House of Assembly: Tuesday, August 27, 2024

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Penneshaw Wharf

In reply to the Hon. V.A. TARZIA (Hartley—Leader of the Opposition) (30 April 2024).

The Hon. A. KOUTSANTONIS (West Torrens—Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Minister for Energy and Mining): The Department for Infrastructure and Transport (the department) is currently upgrading berthing structures at Cape Jervis and Penneshaw ports, with these upgrade works forecast for completion in early 2025.

During these upgrade works, ferries at both ports, and cruise ships at Penneshaw will be accommodated.

Cruise ships for the next cruise season will be accommodated at Penneshaw. No decision has been made to use Christmas Cove as an alternative at this time.

The project team is working closely with key stakeholders, including the South Australian Tourism Commission and Kangaroo Island Council to inform a suitable solution.