The Comerong Island Ferry will be out of action for between three and four months as the vessel undergoes refurbishment and Shoalhaven City Council replaces the concrete landings on either side of Berry's Canal.
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Shoalhaven City Council Mayor Amanda Findley said the works are necessary to maintain the long-term safety and viability of the service.
"Council is required to conduct out-of-water maintenance and inspections of the Comerong Island Ferry every five years to maintain its Certificate of Survey, which allows Council to provide the service," Cr Findley said.
"As both the vessel refurbishment works and ramp reconstruction works prevent the operation of the ferry service, they are being scheduled to take place at the same time, to limit the disruption to residents."
However, timing of the works is yet to be confirmed, with council in the process of finalising the tender and contract process.
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"Council will do everything it can to lessen the impact on residents who will be affected by the temporary disruption to service," Cr Findley said.
A temporary 'pedestrian service' will be provided to residents, their guests and contractors.
A courtesy transit service will be provided on the eastern (island) shore to enable access and a temporary car park will be designated on the western (mainland) shore.
There will be no public access to the island during the construction period.
The works are expected to take three to four months to complete and once the timing for the works has been confirmed, council will notify residents.
"We do apologise for the inconvenience and thank the local community for their co-operation and understanding," Cr Findley said.
Further updates about the works will be posted on the project page on council's website, www.shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au
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