Dredging about to begin at Tumby Bay and Port Neill

The District Council of Tumby Bay (SA) will undertake dredging at Tumby Bay Marina and Port Neill Boat ramp in the first half of 2025 to restore water depths and improve navigational safety.

While the exact dates for work are still to be confirmed, initial discussions with contractors and the requirements outlined in the approvals suggest the following dredging timeline:

• Tumby Bay Marina: Dredging is expected to begin in February or March 2025, depending on weather and operational conditions, with an anticipated duration of up to 4 weeks.
• Port Neill Boat Ramp: Dredging is expected to begin in April 2025, also for a 2 to 4 week period, contingent on weather and operating conditions.

This dredging project is supported by a grant of $248,744 from the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.