Press Release

The RACT says it will keep the two main political parties to their promises on Bruny Island ferry access at Kettering.

Through its Southern Regional Advisory Committee, the RACT has taken a close interest over several years in the congested ferry access at Kettering.

"We've been concerned that the facilities are inappropriate and dangerous, both for motorists queuing to get onto the ferry, and local residents and pedestrians," said RACT spokesman Vince Taskunas.

Yesterday, the Liberal Party promised to upgrade the ferry access and surrounds, following an earlier, similar commitment by the Labor Government.

"Local residents, pedestrians, commuters, tourists, and Tasmania's travel brand itself will all benefit from a Government focus on fixing congestion, services and road safety around the Bruny Island ferry terminal," Mr Taskunas said.

"It is also heartening to hear that consideration is being given to an additional ferry service operating alongside the Mirambeena to address the growing peak period demand 

"The traditional two-week peak period starting Boxing Day has, over the last few years, grown strongly and now covers at least six weeks starting mid-December and extending to the end of January.

Mr Taskunas said the RACT's Southern Regional Advisory Committee's meeting in Hobart last night reaffirmed its longstanding commitment to the need for urgent action at Ferry Road in Kettering.

"The RACT has spent over three years lobbying on this matter, and we expect the next Tasmanian Government to get on with safety and access improvements early in its term following the March 20 election."

For further information:
Vince Taskunas General Manager, Public Policy and Communications 0417 005 647