New marina for large boats in South Australia
The Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia (CYCSA) opens its Marina West at North Haven, offering the biggest berths in the state, on 28 March 2009After a few years of planning, dredging and construction, the $16 million development boasts 73 berths ranging in size from 11 metres to 35 metres, almost double the size of the Club's previously largest berth of 18 metres.
CYCSA Executive Officer, Craig Evans, says the new marina responds to the growing popularity of bigger boats and a lack of berths long enough to safely moor them in South Australia.
"Initially a lot of interest for the larger berths came from existing Cruising Yacht Club members who wanted to upgrade their boats, but had nowhere to store them on the water. Since then steady sales figures have shown that demand is strong. More than 60 percent of berths have sold since dredging commenced in August 2007, and despite the current economic climate, we are still receiving many enquiries," said Evans.
"With the opening of the new marina South Australia will be able to cater for larger visiting vessels. Marina West has the biggest berths and the largest boat ramp in South Australia, and the latest in amenities and security features."
"Another unique feature of Marina West is that members can lease or sell their berths, as the CYCSA owns not only the freehold of the land, but also of the water. This gives boat owners much more flexibility and freedom."
Founded in 1977, the CYCSA runs two marinas at North Haven, including Marina West, as well as a 110-berth marina at Port Vincent.
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