Work is underway to improve safety and enhance the visitor experience at Black River Campground, near Stanley on the North-West Coast.
Our Government has committed up to $750,000 to deliver the upgrades to the campsite through the Spirit Preparedness Fund.
Minister for Parks, Nick Duigan, said the fund was designed to help Tasmanian businesses and councils prepare for the new Spirit of Tasmania vessels, which are future-proofing visitor demand through increased capacity.
"The Black River campground is a hidden jewel on the North-West Coast, offering an idyllic beachfront location to set up camp for a few nights," Minister Duigan said.
"This investment will deliver safety improvements and the visitor experience for all campers, in particular the growing caravan and motorhome visitor market.
"Upgrades include the delineation of individual campsites and installation of three new total capture toilets. The roads will be resurfaced, traffic calming measures installed and site drainage improved."
The works will be delivered by two local firms - Marcol Construction will build the new toilets and Allan Lord Holdings Civil Pty Ltd will complete the road upgrades and campsite delineation works.
The upgrades are expected to be complete by October 2026, in time for the camping season.
Access to Black River Campground will remain open, however visitors may experience delays accessing some areas of the campground.
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