A draft master plan to inform future infrastructure priorities and support growth for the Penneshaw harbour precinct has been released for consultation.

The harbour precinct serves as a hub of commercial, cultural and tourism activity. 

The draft Penneshaw Harbour Precinct Master Plan has been created to support economic growth in the Fleurieu Peninsula and on Kangaroo Island, and deliver improved essential transport services.

The objectives of the proposed master plan are to create an integrated harbour precinct, which facilitates safe movement between the town centre and the ferry terminal. 

It aims to reduce conflicts between cars, trucks and pedestrians and to better define parking and waiting zones for ferry traffic.

Place-making, safety, efficiency and accessibility are all embedded into the design to improve the experience for locals and visitors.

This work aligns with the Kangaroo Island Ports Upgrade project and Sealink ferry upgrade works.

Key elements and features of the draft master plan include:

• Harbour access and amenity upgrades, with improved safety and amenity for all users.
• Reconfigured car park and drop off areas.
• Reconfigured heavy vehicle marshalling area to add more freight waiting capacity.
• Wayfinding and signage, encouraging visitors to explore Penneshaw.
• Open space upgrades to encourage increased use.
• An infinity walking loop concept to encourage walking by enhancing existing facilities and providing safer intersections and crossing points.
• Traffic calming with kerb build-outs and coloured surface treatments to highlight the potential vehicle and pedestrian conflict points.
• Potential tourism development opportunities.

The development of this draft plan aligns with the draft Cape Jervis Harbour Precinct Master Plan released in March 2024.

Minister for Infrastructure and Transport Tom Koutsantonis says the Penneshaw harbour precinct is an important gateway to the tourism icon of Kangaroo Island. 

“It also provides primary access from the island to the rest of South Australia for people, vehicles, and freight.

“With up to 50,000 passengers and 10,000 vehicles using the harbour every month, it’s vital that the precinct is efficient, accessible and welcoming, while also accommodating the diverse range of people who use the area.”

Feedback is now being sought on the draft Penneshaw Harbour Precinct Master Plan prior to it being finalised. 

The community is invited to drop in to one of the community information sessions at the Penneshaw Town Hall to meet the project team, learn more about the Master Plan, ask questions and provide feedback. 

The sessions will be held on Friday 20 September from 4pm to 6pm and Saturday 21 September from 10am to 12noon.

Feedback is open until Sunday 6 October. To provide feedback and register for updates visit the Department for Infrastructure and Transport website.