- Applications now open for round 31 of
the Recreational Boating Facilities Scheme
- Up to $2.25 million available for boating
facility improvements or new projects
- To date
scheme has seen more than $56 million allocated to eligible projects
- Seven projects spanning the State were
supported under the previous round
A
further $2.25 million in funding from the Cook Labor Government is available
this year for public boating facility improvements and new projects as part of
the Recreational Boating Facilities Scheme (RBFS).
Since
1998, RBFS has funded 485 projects worth almost $57 million, helping expand and
improve boating infrastructure throughout Western Australia.
Recreational
boating enthusiasts throughout WA are now being urged to discuss ideas for new
and improved facilities with local managers as submissions open for round 31 of
the RBFS.
Eligible authorities, including local
governments, government agencies and statutory authorities with responsibility
for managing public facilities used for boating have until 24 September 2026 to
apply for funding.
Funds are
available for the planning, construction or upgrade of boat launching ramps,
jetties, moorings, breakwaters and new channels directly related to a public
recreational boating facility. Land based infrastructure at public boating
facilities, such as trailer parking areas, toilets and boating signage are also
eligible.
Up to
75 per cent of the cost of a project is available, with the maximum grant set
at $750,000.
Round
30 provided seven projects a share of more than $2 million, supporting projects
such as a replacement jetty at the Monkey Mia boat ramp, two fish clearing
stations at the Exmouth Boat Harbour and a new toilet block at Peaceful Bay.
Application forms and more information are available at www.transport.wa.gov.au/rbfs
Comments attributed to Minister Assisting the Transport and Major
Infrastructure Minister John Carey:
"For
nearly 30 years, these grants have been supporting Western Australia's recreational
boating enthusiasts, delivering the infrastructure they need to make the most
of our vast coastline and extensive waterways.
"I encourage
recreational boat owners to discuss project proposals with their local facility
manager."
