Local Port of Port Phillip

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Local Port of Port Phillip

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Local Port of Port Phillip

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Local Port of Port Phillip

Safety in nature

You can benefit both mind and body when you get outdoors to explore and experience Victoria's natural places. Before you go, take a look at our safety tips and check our changed conditions and closures information for a great visit.

Accessibility

Visiting a park can be more of a challenge for people with disabilities, however, in Victoria there are a wide range of facilities to help people of all abilities enjoy our wonderful parks around the state. Parks Victoria provides a range of a equipment, including all-terrain and beach wheelchairs, facilities, accommodation and accessibility information and programs to help you plan and enjoy your visit to Victoria's parks.

Assistance dogs are welcome in Parks Victoria parks and reserves. Entry requirements apply for parks and reserves that are usually dog prohibited, such as national parks.

Change of Conditions

Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. It’s a good idea to check this page ahead of your visit for any updates.

  • Workshops Site (Williamstown Workshop, Piers & Stony Creek Backwash, Local Port of Port Phillip)

    Workshops Pier Repairs are underway - marine exclusion zone in place

    Repairs have begun to Workshops Pier, the entire pier is closed while works are underway. Works are expected to be completed by mid 2026.

    • For public safety a legal marine exclusion zone is in place for the duration of the works. This zone extends 15 metres from each side of Workshops Pier and outward of the pier head. The project involves major construction and demolition and is unsafe for public access. Buoys will be in place on the water to mark the area with prohibited access.
    • For further information refer to the Victorian Government Gazette


    Boyd Pier and Commissioner's Jetty Closure

    Boyd Pier and Commissioner's Jetty have been closed, and all berthing is prohibited.

    Additionally, there is no public access permitted on the wharves, and access in the waters between the heads of the two piers is prohibited.

    There is no expected date for re-opening of the areas. If you require further information, please contact Seaworks.

    Attachments: Map_final (189KB)

  • Notices Affecting Multiple Sites

    St Kilda Pier marine exclusion zone

    The old pier has been removed. The marine exclusion zone remains in place while works are completed. Vessels and swimmers must not enter this zone. 

    The penguin viewing boardwalk is open daily from 9am to 5pm. 

    Attachments: St Kilda Demolition Works Set Aside 2024 (187KB)

    Maintenance dredging to St Kilda Piers inner landing is underway.

    The old St Kilda Pier has been dismantled, enabling barge access to undertake maintenance dredging in the inner landing area.  These works will take two to three weeks subject to weather conditions.
      
     


    Attachments: St Kilda low landing dredging FAQ 2025 (545KB)

  • Middle Brighton Pier (Middle Brighton Pier and Breakwater, Local Port of Port Phillip)

    Middle Brighton outer low landing and breakwater closures

    The Middle Brighton outer low landing and breakwater are closed for public safety. 

    A fence has been installed at the start of the breakwater preventing access. Engineering assessments have determined the steel reinforcement of the concrete decking has failed and the concrete decking is not supported by the rock wall. This area may collapse without warning.

    The closed areas extend from the marina's hardstand entrance to the asphalt topped breakwater and low landing. It is dangerous and structurally unsafe for walking and/or vehicle access.

    The inner low landing remains open to pedestrians and for recreational activities.  

  • Black Rock Jetty (Local Port of Port Phillip, Black Rock Jetty)

    Change of access conditions to Black Rock Jetty

    As a result of structural deterioration and to maintain public safety, the first 40m of the Black Rock Jetty has been removed.  

    Access to the outer section of Black Rock Jetty is available via the Half Moon Bay boat ramp walkway.

    All abilities access is limited due to the need to walk up stairs to access the remaining section of the Jetty.

How we keep it special

More people are connecting with Victoria’s natural and cultural landscapes than ever before, which is why Parks Victoria supports healthy and resilient parks for current and future generations.

Parks Victoria is responding to climate change, extreme weather events, human impacts, previous land management practices, invasive species and the changing distribution of plants and animals that is challenging park management and conservation efforts.

Working with Traditional Owners, partners, communities and individuals, Parks Victoria is investing in nature’s future through joint management, projects to enrich visitor experiences and programs to protect habitats and cultural heritage.

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