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$50 million foreshore project proposed

A foreshore development is being proposed on Ettalong Beach by Fast Ships Ltd which includes restaurants, a yacht club, tourist shops and other tourist facilities, according to a report in the Central Coast Business Review.

The business publication reports Fast Ships chairman Mr Alf Salter saying: "All the land we are talking about is Crown land, but it is seriously degraded.

"This proposal would improve the whole beach area for the public."

A presentation about the proposal was made to Gosford Council's strategy and policy committee meeting on July 26.

The development would run from Picnic Parade about 600 metres to the point where the ferry terminal is located.

The project would cost more than $50 million and would meet requirements which would see the State Government having development control, according to the Central Coast Business Review.

It reported Mr Salter describing the development as providing "a mini Cockle Bay type precinct ... the necessary attraction for visitors to use the ferry service".

"The project would be a fantastic community amenity and would add considerably to Ettalong's attractiveness."

The Business Review stated that the project would provide the wharf and facilities, funds for the vessel, a catalyst for investment in Fast Ships and a destination for tourists.

Peninsula News was unable to reach Mr Salter for comment.

Report, August 15 Central Coast Business Review