New Modern Wharf Facilities Open for Ferry Commuters
Ferry commuters in North Sydney will enjoy the benefits of a new modern wharf following a $7.5 million upgrade as part of the NSW Government’s $2.2 billion commitment to deliver accessible, safe and comfortable public transport infrastructure.
Minister for Transport and Veterans David Elliott today officially opened the upgraded wharf with the Member for North Shore Felicity Wilson, and highlighted the benefits that the Transport Access Program (TAP) will provide commuters.
“It is vital for a modern transport system to deliver infrastructure that is accessible for all commuters and is future-proof to meet the demands of a growing population, and that’s what the upgrade to the North Sydney ferry wharf does,” Mr Elliott said.
“These transport infrastructure projects provide a boost to the economy and associated industries. On this particular project more than 200 workers were inducted on-site, 210 tonnes of steel was used and more than 76 cubic metres of concrete poured.”
The Government’s upgrade to the North Sydney ferry wharf includes:
- a new accessible path leading to a gangway and covered floating pontoon;
- customer seating;
- weather protection;
- a new accessible parking space;
- kiss and ride zone; and
- bicycle hoops.
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Member for North Shore Felicity Wilson said she was thrilled with the package of works which provided a safer and more accessible wharf and importantly provided quicker and more efficient boarding and disembarking.
“This upgrade is a positive outcome not only for local commuters but also for visitors to the area,” Ms Wilson said.
“Seating for customers, protection from the elements and a kiss and ride zone are great upgrades which makes catching public transport much more attractive and easier for commuters,” she said.
Commuters in the area can also look forward to more upgrades at Greenwich Point Wharf, South Mosman Wharf and Taronga Zoo Wharf.
For more information about the North Sydney Wharf Upgrade visit nswroads.work/northsydney-wharf.
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