The upgraded O’Sullivan Beach boat ramp is now open, reducing traffic and boat congestion during peak periods, and improving safety and access for users.

Improvements include the replacement of original pontoons and the installation of a new L-shaped pontoon, increasing boat launching capacity and capabilities.

An extra lane has been constructed and the concrete ramps leading down to the water have also been improved.

There is more room for vehicles to move with a widened manoeuvring area, and improvements have also been made to the pedestrian pavement area. Northern and southern rock walls have also been installed.

New line-marking and signage has been installed around the launch and washdown areas to better assist users.

The upgrades will give greater access to locals and tourists using the facilities during peak periods in the summer.

They will also make it easier for emergency services to launch and retrieve vessels during an emergency.

The City of Onkaparinga has introduced a new mobile application, PayStay, for boat ramp permits. The app allows patrons to purchase permits from the convenience of their phone, anytime, anywhere. For more information click here.

A new café and marine shop will open at the site later this month.

Quotes

Attributable to Katrine Hildyard

Our Government has listened to and acted on the calls from the southern community and delivered a new and improved boat ramp in time for summer.

I am proud to have worked closely alongside the community, advocating for this much needed infrastructure improvement at O’Sullivan Beach, and proud that we are now delivering it.

The boat ramp is a really important piece of infrastructure for our local community and for visitors to our area. It is important that it is safe and accessible for all; this investment and development ensures that it is.

I wholeheartedly thank all who campaigned for this; I am so pleased that local fishers, members of the sailing club, the Volunteer Coast Guard and others now have a place that will enable them to safely access this beautiful part of our coast.

Attributable to Michael Fisher, Onkaparinga Acting Mayor

This upgrade is a massive win for the community, especially our keen local boaties, the fishing community and emergency services.

The community and the City of Onkaparinga had advocated for an upgrade of the boat ramp for some time, so we’re really pleased with the State Government’s investment.

To coincide with the reopening, we’ve introduced a new mobile application for patrons to pay for their launch permit, and also brought in a new kiosk operator, making the user experience for those heading to “Sullies” better than ever before.