Election pledge for Port of Echuca

By Ryan Bellingham

Apr 17, 2025

Federal Member for Nicholls Birrell has pledged more funding for Echuca in the lead-up to the federal election. Photo by Supplied

Federal Member for Nicholls Sam Birrell said an elected Coalition government would provide $450,000 towards accessibility at Port of Echuca.

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As a regional tourism hotspot, Mr Birrell said the port required modern infrastructure to make it fully accessible for elderly people and those with mobility issues.

“At the Port of Echuca, visitors from across Australia and the world can live and breathe the era of paddle steamers plying their trade on the mighty Murray River,” he said.

“A Coalition government will make the much-needed investment to install a new universal all-access floating pontoon, which will open up access for all and enhance the tourism offering.”

The pontoon would rise and fall with river levels, allowing for improved access to paddle steamer rides.

Mr Birrell said the key infrastructure investment would provide visitors with a positive experience, further promoting tourism in the region.

The funding is contingent on a Coalition government winning office at the federal election.