Construction has begun on the refurbishment of the iconic Flinders Pier, with Minister for Ports and Freight, Melissa Horne, today announcing Bridgewater Marine had been appointed as the lead contractor to deliver the project.
Works will focus on repairing the inner timber section and lower landings of the heritage-listed pier, as well as strengthening its foundations to ensure the structure is fit-for-purpose.
The original Flinders Pier was built in the 1860s and this will be its first major restoration since the 1970s. To enhance the existing heritage structure, the upcoming works will incorporate the installation of new piles, beams, crossheads, capping beams, and decking.
These works aim to ensure the longevity of this iconic pier while also safeguarding the unique marine life, including the weedy seadragon, allowing it to thrive beneath the surface, said Minister Horne.
“Once complete, access will be restored to the inner section of the pier, to preserve this piece of infrastructure that is important to Victorians in the Mornington Peninsula,” she said.
The refurbishment is expected to be completed by mid-2026.
To learn more about the Flinders Pier rebuild and other pier and jetty projects taking place across Victoria visit parks.vic.gov.au/projects.
