A NEW maritime facility will be built in Newcastle to attract servicing of international super yachts and new saleyards infrastructure will be delivered in Singleton.
The State Government is investing $8.73 million into the two Hunter projects through its Regional Economic Development and Community Investment Program.
With co-contributions from the two successful applicants, the projects are set to inject a total of $10.5 million into the Hunter.
The super yacht servicing facility will be based at Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club to attract, accommodate, service, and supply global super yachts.
The project includes purpose-designed berths to accommodate super yachts over 30 metres, plus the expansion and enhancement of current marina operations.
Once commissioned in October 2026, the facility is set to receive super yachts for the NSW summer season.
“Everyone knows the Hunter is home to the most pristine coastline and waterways in NSW and the new super yacht facility will cement us as a not-to-be-missed destination,” said Minister for the Hunter and Yasmin Catley.
“This state-of-the-art facility will attract some of the largest superyachts in the world, their visitors and create local jobs.”
The Hunter Regional Livestock Exchange (HRLX) at Singleton will also be upgraded, including the construction of a new commercial centre, upgraded livestock handling facilities and the development of a modernised livestock weighing station.
“The upgrades to the Hunter Regional Livestock Exchange will see safer, more efficient livestock handling for farmers and buyers, support local producers, and strengthen the local agricultural sector, and it’s a massive win for the region’s livestock industry,” said Minister for Agriculture Tara Moriarty.
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