News

21/10/2022 - SUPPORTING OFFSHORE WIND

The Port of Hastings has been identified by the Victorian Government as the likely preferred port to support offshore wind construction, subject to necessary community and industry consultation and environment and planning approvals.

More information can be found HERE

08/02/2022 - New solar for the Port of Hastings

The Port has just installed almost 200 solar panels at its works depot and office. These panels will save the equivalent of almost 40,000 kilograms of coal from being burnt each year, a decrease in C02 emissions which is equivalent to planting over 2,000 trees a year. Visitors to the Port office can see the output of the solar system in real time on a display in the reception area.

14/07/2020 - Bryozoan Project Update

The project team has provided reports from the Western Port Bryozoan Reefs

Research Project. These are available to view by using the below links.

1. Reef Type and Extent Report

2. Macrofauna Biodiversity Report

3. Citizen Science Monitoring Approaches Report

A fourth report on bioacoustic monitoring of fish assemblages is currently in production and will be released soon.  Furthermore, concurrent research by La Trobe University/Fathom Pacific is ongoing in the areas of age and growth, pressures and impacts, and monitoring indicators, the results of which will be announced in the future.

This collaborative research project has shed new light on a remarkable an unique biotope in Western Port that will be the subject of further research.  We are grateful to our project partners and funding agencies and the collegiate spirit of our many collaborations.

02/07/2020 - Worlds Greatest Shave

The Leukaemia Foundation arranges the World's Greatest Shave each year to support individuals and families who are undergoing treatment and putting up a hard fight against this curable disease.  

As a Team we invite you to support not only this great initiative but also our staff member Brett and his son Riley, throughout this difficult time. You can show your support via the following options: Get "Shaved", "Colour your Hair" or by donations to their page or to the individuals who are participating on behalf of the Port of Hastings. Reach out to your family, friends and business associates to help us achieve our Team Goal.

11/05/2020 - Esso Works

Please see the below statement from Esso advising of upcoming works near the Port.

“Esso wishes to advise of upcoming essential maintenance works on the Woolley’s Road, south Hastings Esso pipeline easement. The Long Island Point to Crib Point 1050mm PL/46 pipeline is suspended and currently filled with inhibited water. Esso intends to install a new anode bed at 30 Woolley’s Rd to replace an existing anode bed, which has reached end of life. The anode bed is part of the Cathodic Protection system, which is crucial to protect the integrity and safety of the pipeline.     

As a result of this activity, a small drill rig will be temporarily deployed at 30 Woolley’s Road for installation of the new anode bed. This is expected to commence on 12 May 2020, with drilling expected to take approximately seven to 10 days, during daylight hours only.

It is a regulatory requirement under the Pipelines Act that adequate Cathodic Protection is maintained to ensure integrity of the pipeline. As such, work will be executed in line with Esso’s Pipeline Safety Management Plan and the Onshore Pipeline Environment Plan. These documents have been developed in consultation with the Department of Land, Water and Planning, Energy Safe Victoria and relevant community stakeholders.

Should you have any questions about these essential works, please contact Esso Pipeline Surveillance Supervisor, Peter Hanily on (03) 5143 4210 Mobile 0428 514264.”

19/03/2020 - Bryozoan Studies

Western Port’s Brittle Beauties

The port is proud to be able to support research led by Latrobe University into some of Western Ports most beautiful and unique, but least appreciated creatures. The researchers have provided some interesting information on the project and the unique creatures being studied below.

Most locals have an appreciation of Western Port’s natural beauty however the underwater wonders are somewhat of a mystery to many. This is understandable given that most parts of Western Port have typically poor visibility and dangerous currents not conducive to diving and snorkeling activities. Consequently, few people venture beneath the surface of its waters and get to see its exquisite beauty at close quarters.

One such marvel is the diverse and extensive bryozoan colonies. Bryozoa are a non-photosynthetic invertebrate filter-feeder and are commonly referred to as ‘lace corals’ despite being quite unrelated to the corals we are familiar with. What makes the Western Port Bryozoans special is the fact that they form extensive shallow water biogenic reefs providing important habitat for a multitude of marine species including fishes, molluscs, crustaceans, worms etc. They provide food, attachment substrate for sessile organisms, shelter from strong currents as well as concealment from predators for both adult and larval stage organisms. Consequently, these complex habitats are often biodiversity hotspots compared to the surrounding habitats. They are typified by a rigid skeletal framework rising above the seabed and are comprised of biological deposits produced over a long period. The Western Port Bryozoan reefs are comprised of two main genera: Triphyllozoa and Celleporaria.

Virtually nothing is known about the ecology or biology of the Western Port Bryozoans. One of the many research questions being spearheaded by La Trobe University and Fathom Pacific Pty Ltd (a marine consulting and research firm) will try to address how fast these bryozoan colonies growth. This research will shed light on how quickly these fragile colonies can recover from inadvertent damage. This research has only been made possible because of the enthusiastic and generous support by the Port of Hastings Development Authority (PoHDA).  Through the use of PoHDA’s vessels, infrastructure and staff, colonies of Bryozoans were collected and placed into stainless steel cages to keep them safe for a one-year period. These cages will be removed in February 2021 and growth measured at a fine scale.

If you are interested in learning more about this research, please contact:

Dr Travis Dutka (La Trobe University) at t.dutka@latrobe.edu.au

To view a selection of pictures taken during these studies please click HERE

02/03/2020 - Coronavirus Information

The below document contains information for all Port Users regarding ‘Restriction of Entry into Western Port’.

19/02/2020 - Vegetation Management

The Port of Hastings Development Authority (PoHDA) has completed fire management works as part of our fire preparedness. PoHDA undertook clearing of vegetation at Crib Point Jetty and Long Island Point Jetty to reduce the fire risk associated with high fuel loads. The management of vegetation is an ongoing task and PoHDA will continue to undertake works including mowing of these areas and clearing of debris as required.

05/02/2020 - Emergency Management Preparedness

As part of our Emergency Management preparedness, the Port of Hastings Development Authority (PoHDA) will be undertaking a short exercise located at Woolley’s beach on Wednesday 5th February 2020.  

This will include:

• Landside and waterside vessel movements; and

• Deployment of shoreline boom on to the water.

A number of Port stakeholders will be participating under the direction of the PoHDA Emergency Management Team, in accordance with the Port Emergency Management Plan.

The purpose of emergency management exercises is to improve operational capability and emergency preparedness. Exercises also provide an opportunity for training, engagement with emergency services and support agencies to ensure an effective response, to mitigate potential outcomes.

Should you have any queries, please contact PoHDA on 03 5979 5500

25/10/2019 - Fire Season Preparations

As part of our pre-season emergency preparedness, PoHDA will be undertaking clearing of some vegetation at Crib Point Jetty to reduce the fire risk during the peak bush fire season. You may observe Contractors performing these works over the coming month. All work will be completed in accordance with the Planning and Environment Act 1987

01/06/2019 - Port Development Strategy

Following the approval of the Minister for Ports, the Hon. Melissa Horne, the Port of Hastings new Port Development Strategy was released on 31 May 2019. 

Recommendations of the strategy include:

• The retention of Port Zoned (SUZ1) land to preserve future port expansion options, consistent with current Government policy;

• Current and future transport corridor preservation strategies including upgrades to permit heavy, more productive vehicles;

• Investigation of industrial use development options in the Port interface areas to support trade and economic development;

• Actions to assist with current port trade development opportunities including the potential for the Port to own or control the Old Tyabb Reclamation Area as a key development area;

• The development of critical transport links, including, Western Port Highway and Thompsons Road upgrades, east west connections to Peninsula Link and improving the important connections to Gippsland; and

• The separation of Stony Point operational and public areas. to enhance further development and compliance of the current ferry facilities.

A copy of the strategy can be found here: Link to Port of Hastings PDS

If you have any queries please contact the Port of Hastings or visit the Subsea7 website.

02/11/2017 - Port of Hastings deploys innovative new Sealite buoy in Western Port

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