Tuesday, 20 June 2023

 Tom McINTOSH (Eastern Victoria) (13:00): (243) My question is for the Minister for Outdoor Recreation in the other place. Minister, Victoria has some of the greatest waterways in the world, and Eastern Victoria has the best of the best. Whether it is Lakes Entrance or the Mornington Peninsula, Victorians, tourists, weekenders and locals love to get out and enjoy our incredible and diverse coastline and pristine inland waterways. My question, Minister, is: how has the state government improved access to the water for boating in Eastern Victoria? With the recently announced upgrades to the Metung boat ramp and the election commitment to upgrading Schnapper Point boat ramp, I want to share with my constituents what other work the state government is delivering in Eastern Victoria. Access to the outdoors and recreational activities is so important for hardworking Victorian families. Getting the boat in the water and feeling the wind and elements is a great way to get out and get active together. I am so glad the government is supporting these fantastic activities, and I look forward to learning more about upgrades in Eastern Victoria.