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Friday 15 January 2010

Funds injection for Port of Echuca to boost Murray River tourism

By Darren Stones

The Port of Echuca, home to Victoria's largest paddle steamer fleet, will undergo a transformation with $14.2 million to be invested in revitalising the tourist precinct.

Victorian Premier John Brumby announced in Echuca on Wednesday, 13 January 2010, that $4.9 million would be invested into the Echuca Wharf with the aim to create a first-class tourist attraction.

Funds will also be spent on a new historical centre, new retail facilities, Davies Street Skyway, developments to mooring infrastructure, and new public viewing areas.

Mr Brumby said in a Victorian Government media release: "We understand how important tourism is to the liveability and sustainability of this stunning part of Victoria and revitalising the port will position Echuca and the region for a bright, prosperous future.”

“It is estimated that this project will position the Port of Echuca to attract a further 22,000 people each year. This will secure jobs and attract new tourism to the region, locking-in its liveability.”

Echuca, Victoria, Australia, Historic Precinct  IMG_1767_Echuca
Port of Echuca
Photo: Darren Stones



Jacinta Allan, Regional and Rural Development Minister, said that the Murray River attracts 1.9 million overnight visitors each year.

Mr Brumby said the Port of Echuca contributes $250 million to the local economy and employs approximately 3000.

Information sourced from the Victoria Government.

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