Lakes Entrance - Bullock Island Master Plan Implementation

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Consultation has concluded

Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

aerial photo of Bullock Island taken on 10 July 2023



About the Project 

Bullock Island's Recreational Project, managed by East Gippsland Shire Council, will see the development of the recreational area on the island - and it has now obtained funding.

In recognition of multiple stakeholders with an interest in the project and multiple projects in the pipeline being undertaken by other organisations on the Island, a need has been identified to co-ordinate activities.

A concept masterplan was adopted by Council in 2015 to form the basis of the development of the recreational area on Bullock Island.

Below is a list of activities which will flow from the master plan:

  • The installation of drainage, signage and bollards throughout the activity area
  • Installation and upgrading of telecommunication, power, sewerage and water services where required
  • Upgrading of the existing Bullock Island Road
  • Construction of carparks with 135 parking bays
  • Installation of art throughout
  • The construction of fishing areas/platforms
  • Ongoing landscaping, maintenance, repair/upgrading and replacement of infrastructure including bollards, seating, picnic facilities, footpaths, where and when required.


Funding for this project was provided by the Australian Government and East Gippsland Shire Council.



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About the Project 

Bullock Island's Recreational Project, managed by East Gippsland Shire Council, will see the development of the recreational area on the island - and it has now obtained funding.

In recognition of multiple stakeholders with an interest in the project and multiple projects in the pipeline being undertaken by other organisations on the Island, a need has been identified to co-ordinate activities.

A concept masterplan was adopted by Council in 2015 to form the basis of the development of the recreational area on Bullock Island.

Below is a list of activities which will flow from the master plan:

  • The installation of drainage, signage and bollards throughout the activity area
  • Installation and upgrading of telecommunication, power, sewerage and water services where required
  • Upgrading of the existing Bullock Island Road
  • Construction of carparks with 135 parking bays
  • Installation of art throughout
  • The construction of fishing areas/platforms
  • Ongoing landscaping, maintenance, repair/upgrading and replacement of infrastructure including bollards, seating, picnic facilities, footpaths, where and when required.


Funding for this project was provided by the Australian Government and East Gippsland Shire Council.



For more information regarding project updates please subscribe.

Should you wish to search for other projects in your town, simply type the town name in the search bar.

Consultation has concluded

Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

  • Project Update - 17 August 2023

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    Roadworks on Bullock Island are now complete.

    Council contractors, Whelans Group Investments, completed the roadworks component of the Bullock Island Master Plan Implementation project on Thursday 17 August 2023.

    Line marking will soon follow, together with the installation of the remaining concrete paths and street furniture. Solar powered overhead lighting will be installed over the coming weeks to improve pedestrian and road user safety throughout the precinct.

    We extend our gratitude to the community for their patience and understanding while we have undertaken these works, and to the following businesses who were affected by road closures and delays - thank you.

    • Lakes Entrance Fisherman's Co-op
    • Gippsland Ports
    • TAFE Gippsland - Lakes Entrance (SEAMAC) Campus


    We have an exciting addition coming soon.... watch this space!

    Scan the QR code for a taste of what is to come, or visit: Lukas


    Roadworks on Bullock Island are now complete.

    Council contractors, Whelans Group Investments, completed the roadworks component of the Bullock Island Master Plan Implementation project on Thursday 17 August 2023.

    Line marking will soon follow, together with the installation of the remaining concrete paths and street furniture. Solar powered overhead lighting will be installed over the coming weeks to improve pedestrian and road user safety throughout the precinct.

    We extend our gratitude to the community for their patience and understanding while we have undertaken these works, and to the following businesses who were affected by road closures and delays - thank you.

    • Lakes Entrance Fisherman's Co-op
    • Gippsland Ports
    • TAFE Gippsland - Lakes Entrance (SEAMAC) Campus


    We have an exciting addition coming soon.... watch this space!

    Scan the QR code for a taste of what is to come, or visit: Lukas


    Consultation has concluded

    Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

  • Project Update - 2 August 2023

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    Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant picnic furniture


    The new seating is being installed today. Manufactured using recycled plastics, the new seating features a fun nautical theme complementing their surroundings.

    Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) compliant picnic furniture


    The new seating is being installed today. Manufactured using recycled plastics, the new seating features a fun nautical theme complementing their surroundings.

    Consultation has concluded

    Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

  • Project Update - 31 July 2023

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    The beautiful sunny weather on the weekend enticed many of our community members to visit the island and enjoy the new facilities. Recycled plastic street furniture has arrived and will be installed over the next week. As footpaths are completed over the next few weeks, more areas will be open to the public to enjoy.

    Please remember to follow site signage and do not enter areas closed off which are still under construction; for the safety of everyone, please do not enter these areas as they contain construction materials and have trip hazards.


    The beautiful sunny weather on the weekend enticed many of our community members to visit the island and enjoy the new facilities. Recycled plastic street furniture has arrived and will be installed over the next week. As footpaths are completed over the next few weeks, more areas will be open to the public to enjoy.

    Please remember to follow site signage and do not enter areas closed off which are still under construction; for the safety of everyone, please do not enter these areas as they contain construction materials and have trip hazards.

    Consultation has concluded

    Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

  • Project Update - 11 July 2023

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    Works on the Bullock Island Masterplan Implementation continue to progress -

    • Southern carpark civil component is complete
    • Sandblasting jetty car park underway
    • Street furniture and solar lighting to be installed once delivered
    • Top soiling and seeding of transition areas underway
    • Boardwalk design nearing completion; we estimate works will commence early August

    Works on the Bullock Island Masterplan Implementation continue to progress -

    • Southern carpark civil component is complete
    • Sandblasting jetty car park underway
    • Street furniture and solar lighting to be installed once delivered
    • Top soiling and seeding of transition areas underway
    • Boardwalk design nearing completion; we estimate works will commence early August

    Consultation has concluded

    Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

  • Project Update - 30 June 2023

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    Asphalting of internal road has been completed. Contractors will now concentrate on completing the footpath network and the carpark at the crab jetty. Construction of the majority of the internal roads are expected to be completed in time for reopening to the public on the 10th of July. Construction works will be ongoing to complete the remaining components of the project and the public is reminded that sections of the roadworks may be under traffic management to carry out these works.

    Asphalting of internal road has been completed. Contractors will now concentrate on completing the footpath network and the carpark at the crab jetty. Construction of the majority of the internal roads are expected to be completed in time for reopening to the public on the 10th of July. Construction works will be ongoing to complete the remaining components of the project and the public is reminded that sections of the roadworks may be under traffic management to carry out these works.

    Consultation has concluded

    Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

  • Car park and road closure extended to 10 July 2023

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    Please note: The Bullock Island car parks and access road closure has been extended to Monday 10 July 2023, due to weather delays.

    Lakes Entrance Fishing Cooperative, Gippsland Ports Boat Yard, and TAFE are not impacted by these closures and will be trading as normal during this time.


    Please note: The Bullock Island car parks and access road closure has been extended to Monday 10 July 2023, due to weather delays.

    Lakes Entrance Fishing Cooperative, Gippsland Ports Boat Yard, and TAFE are not impacted by these closures and will be trading as normal during this time.


    Consultation has concluded

    Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

  • Project Update - 16 June 2023

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    The Bullock Island car parks and access Road are currently closed (5 June – 3 July 2023).
    Lakes Entrance Fishing Cooperative, Gippsland Ports Boat Yard, and TAFE are not impacted by these closures and will be trading as normal during this time.

    Bullock Island Masterplan Implementation associated works continue to progress well.

    Current works include;

    • Decorative concrete in traffic Island being poured
    • Subgrade works nearing completion
    • Water & sewer installation underway.

    Completed works include;

    • Vegetation removal
    • Kerb installation
    • Excavation works in Southern car park
    • Installation of subgrade and pavement material in southern car park

    The Bullock Island car parks and access Road are currently closed (5 June – 3 July 2023).
    Lakes Entrance Fishing Cooperative, Gippsland Ports Boat Yard, and TAFE are not impacted by these closures and will be trading as normal during this time.

    Bullock Island Masterplan Implementation associated works continue to progress well.

    Current works include;

    • Decorative concrete in traffic Island being poured
    • Subgrade works nearing completion
    • Water & sewer installation underway.

    Completed works include;

    • Vegetation removal
    • Kerb installation
    • Excavation works in Southern car park
    • Installation of subgrade and pavement material in southern car park

    Consultation has concluded

    Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

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  • Project Update 8 June 2023

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    Bullock Island Masterplan Implementation associated works are progressing well. The Bullock Island car parks and access Road are currently closed (5 June – 3 July 2023).

    Lakes Entrance Fishing Cooperative, Gippsland Ports Boat Yard, and TAFE are not impacted by these closures and will be trading as normal during this time.

    Current works include;

    • Surface preparation for road works (nearing completion)
    • Drainage installation (nearing completion)
    • Eastern car park pavement
    • Footpath works

    Completed works include;

    • Vegetation removal
    • Kerb installation
    • Excavation works in Southern car park
    • Installation of subgrade and pavement material in southern car park

    Solar lighting and street furniture is due to be delivered mid-June.

    Bullock Island Masterplan Implementation associated works are progressing well. The Bullock Island car parks and access Road are currently closed (5 June – 3 July 2023).

    Lakes Entrance Fishing Cooperative, Gippsland Ports Boat Yard, and TAFE are not impacted by these closures and will be trading as normal during this time.

    Current works include;

    • Surface preparation for road works (nearing completion)
    • Drainage installation (nearing completion)
    • Eastern car park pavement
    • Footpath works

    Completed works include;

    • Vegetation removal
    • Kerb installation
    • Excavation works in Southern car park
    • Installation of subgrade and pavement material in southern car park

    Solar lighting and street furniture is due to be delivered mid-June.

    Consultation has concluded

    Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

  • Project update - 7 June 2023

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    The first section of exposed aggregate concrete has been completed, and it's looking great!

    Reminder: Bullock Island carparks and access road will be closed from Monday 5 June and re-opening Friday 3 July 2023.
    Lakes Entrance Fishermen Limited, Gippsland Ports Boat Yard, and TAFE will not be impacted by these closures and will be trading as normal during this time.

    Visitors to the area are asked to observe the construction site signage and any directions from the contractor including following traffic management direction in the precinct during the works.

    The first section of exposed aggregate concrete has been completed, and it's looking great!

    Reminder: Bullock Island carparks and access road will be closed from Monday 5 June and re-opening Friday 3 July 2023.
    Lakes Entrance Fishermen Limited, Gippsland Ports Boat Yard, and TAFE will not be impacted by these closures and will be trading as normal during this time.

    Visitors to the area are asked to observe the construction site signage and any directions from the contractor including following traffic management direction in the precinct during the works.

    Consultation has concluded

    Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.

  • ROAD CLOSURE - 5 June to 3 July 2023

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    NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE

    Bullock Island carparks and access road will be closed from Monday 5 June and re-opening Friday 3 July 2023.
    Lakes Entrance Fishermen Limited, Gippsland Ports Boat Yard, and TAFE will not be impacted by these closures and will be trading as normal during this time.

    Works associated with the Bullock Island Masterplan Implementation project require the alignment and levels of the existing roads and carparks to be dramatically altered. During these alteration works, access to the areas marked with an X in the diagram will be restricted to construction related heavy earthmoving machinery.

    Future closure notifications will be issued via media release and signage at the entrance to Bullock Island. These closures will ensure we complete the work as quickly as possible.

    Visitors to the area are asked to observe the construction site signage and any directions from the contractor including following traffic management direction in the precinct during the works.

    NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE

    Bullock Island carparks and access road will be closed from Monday 5 June and re-opening Friday 3 July 2023.
    Lakes Entrance Fishermen Limited, Gippsland Ports Boat Yard, and TAFE will not be impacted by these closures and will be trading as normal during this time.

    Works associated with the Bullock Island Masterplan Implementation project require the alignment and levels of the existing roads and carparks to be dramatically altered. During these alteration works, access to the areas marked with an X in the diagram will be restricted to construction related heavy earthmoving machinery.

    Future closure notifications will be issued via media release and signage at the entrance to Bullock Island. These closures will ensure we complete the work as quickly as possible.

    Visitors to the area are asked to observe the construction site signage and any directions from the contractor including following traffic management direction in the precinct during the works.

    Consultation has concluded

    Major upgrades at Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance are complete with visitors now able to better enjoy this stunning location close to the famous entrance to Bass Strait.