The Hon Catherine King MP

Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government

Libby Coker MP
Federal Member for Corangamite

MEDIA RELEASE

The Albanese Government is building Australia’s future, investing $104,695 to upgrade the Barwon Heads Airport. 

Airports are vital for regional communities, providing critical access to emergency healthcare, as well as commerce, industry, tourism and education.

Funded under Round 4 of the Regional Airports Program, this is one of nine airports across Victoria that will share in $4.5 million of funding.

The project will fund a reseal of damaged areas of runway and seal adjacent runup bays, shape and resurface the taxiway and install high fencing. The works will provide improved safety for aircraft, support all weather use and improve security of the facility.

This will support the continued use of the airport by recreational, tourism, charter and emergency and aeromedical air services.

Today’s announcement builds on the nearly $100 million that has already been delivered to support 194 projects under the first three rounds of the program.

For more information on the Regional Airports Program, including a full list of Round 4 projects in Victoria, visit www.infrastructure.gov.au/infrastructure-transport-vehicles/aviation/regional-remote-aviation/regional-airports-program.

Quotes attributable to Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King:

“We’re backing regional communities across Victoria by backing regional airports.

“We know how vital regional airports are to the communities they service, ensuring access to other towns, to markets, and to vital services such as emergency health care.

“That’s why we are investing in safety and other upgrades at regional airports across Victoria, to ensure they can continue to service communities for years to come.”

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Corangamite, Libby Coker:

“The Albanese Government absolutely recognises the role that regional airports like Barwon Heads play in building stronger communities and driving a thriving tourism scene.

“That’s why we’re investing in an upgrade of Barwon Heads Airport that will ensure it continues to serve our communities and Victorians for many years to come.

“Barwon Heads Airport offers so many iconic and much-loved services for our region, from skydiving to joy rides and flights to King Island, this facility is a beacon for tourists right across our region and Victoria.

“It also plays an important role training our next generation pilots, with the flight school providing truly awesome opportunities for young people and locals looking for a new hobby or career change.

“So, this is a win for the Bellarine and Victoria, and I’m proud to be part of a government that is backing in regional airports and regional communities.”