Visitors to Maria Island now have greater certainty of access with jetty maintenance works completed.
The island is a destination known for its spectacular landscapes, turquoise waters, and wildlife, with around 50,000 visitors annually.
The majority of people journey to Maria Island by ferry, arriving at the jetty as the entry point to exploring the island, right near the globally significant Darlington Probation World Heritage Site.
Minister for Parks, Nick Duigan, said the jetty is well known to be subject to frequent strong winds, high energy wave action and swell surges.
"That's why our Government provided $900,000 to deliver significant structural repairs to the jetty," Minister Duigan said.
"We know that Tasmanians and visitors alike appreciate the island for an array of recreational experiences including visiting the World Heritage Area.
"The jetty works are now complete and, together with ongoing routine maintenance, provide surety of access to the island's main gateway."
The works, undertaken by Duratec Australia, involved highly specialised divers to complete the underwater construction components.
"Our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania's Future is about delivering outstanding experiences in our parks. This is another example of where our Government continues to invest in our incredible parks and reserve estate to ensure that these special places remain accessible, for not only Tasmanians but visitors alike," Minister Duigan said.
