Tantabiddi Ramp
Submitted by Alan James on Sun, 2011-06-05 16:33
I believe the ramp at Tantabiddi is scheduled for an upgrade later this year. Does anyone know the extent of the work that will be undertaken? Is a jetty planned?
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I hope so
Hi Al,
I keep hearing october being bantered around, which would be the off season, so sounds about right. Probably mean the ramp will be out of action for 3 months or so. I havent seen any plans though.
It would be nice to be able to put the boat in there without having to worry about the tides.
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Alan James
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We live in hope
Hi Kev,
A couple of finger jetties wouldn't go astray either. That would certainly open up that side for those that mostly launch from the town marina for reasons of ease of lauching and retrieving.
While we are at it a rock groyne protecting the Bundegi ramp would be a nice to have as well.
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On the plus side, it would be
On the plus side, it would be easier to launch your boat at Tantabiddi
On the down side, it would be easier for other people to launch their boat at Tandabiddi
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When are they going to roughen up bundegi's ramp. Damn that surface is slippery, and the knobs are useless for non knobbly tires. Few hours with a sandblaster or water jet and done :p. Guess we'll have to wait for natural weathering...
Adam Gallash
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meh
They're all fine! One can only hope with the new tantas ramp they make a side jetty for all the whale shark punters. If not, its just going to be a mess of shit going everywhere.
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Bill the shire CEO told me
Bill the shire CEO told me the other day definately 100% be finished later on this year. I`ll try to get into the shire and get a plan and post it this week.
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Alan James
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Fine for some
would be my comment Adam. I'm sure there are many locals who would like to see things stay exactly as they are. However if Exy wants to benefit from the dollars the whale watchers, tourists and fisherman bring into the town they also need to keep up and provide adequate facilities.
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True
I think they are fairly benefitting from the tourist dollars as it is, I don't see how the new ramp is going to change it. I doubt more people are going to come just because of the new ramp, there will be more people using it for sure - hence increased fishing pressure. As Hlokk has said, it has its pros and cons. Ahh well, sure I'll be happy enough once its done.
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hlokk
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If it meant people had a
If it meant people had a better experience, or they could run more charters or something to that effect, then a new ramp could indirectly affect tourism. Not that it necessarily would though, and perhaps quite far fetched, but theres at least some ways it might affect numbers/dollars.
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yeah gotta admit for selfish
yeah gotta admit for selfish reasons I'd like to see it stay as is but this is a sign of the times. One can only imagine what it's going to be like on a calm July day, it's bad enough now. One of the things I like about Tantas is even when the ramp is packed you could always get away from the crowd as most boats were small and stayed close enough to the ramp, or the bigger boats from Bundegi didn't tend to go that far south. I guess it has a lot of pros but a lot of cons. Maybe a cement pad down at Osprey might spread the load.
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I second that
It is a busy enough ramp as it is. it's only going to get busier.
Alan James
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Not necessarily
If the 'upgraded' ramp(s) were designed to cater for increased useage rather than the current useage the time expended launching or recovering could well decrease and become a more pleasant experience.
With the likes of Woodside, BHP and Chevron attracting people to Exy the Shire needs to look forward. I recall using the Tantabiddi ramp in 1982 fishing my first Gamex. When I had a look at the ramp earlier this year I didn't recall any significant changes. It will be interesting to see what improvements are planned.
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that's the thing though, you
that's the thing though, you put in a better ramp and attract more usage, which will probably mean just as long waits as now due to extra users. Just look at the line up at Bundegi on a nice day. I'm not sure there is a need for 3 really good launching areas within 40km of each other (not that Bundegi is really good but at least you won't get bogged).
And think of the poor fish, I'm sure the greenies will make some form of comment on increased fishing pressure and changes to the natural coastline.
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Haha Tim
Construct 4 or 5 lanes and see what happens. Two lanes is playing catch up and not looking forward.
As far as having three really good launching areas. Currently you have one, the town marina, you need an equal or probably better facility on the west side as that is where the majority of people want to fish.
Sounds to me like you would welcome the support of the greenies to ensure your piece of fishing turf is not easily assessible by all. Coming from a local I can understand that. However, be careful of what you wish for.
Anyway let's see what is planned.
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no greenie support from me
no greenie support from me mate, there are enough no go zones here already. I've got no problems with a upgraded ramp but personallydon't need it as it's not going to offer me anything I can't do already and only add to the crowd.
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Just found this that states 2
Just found this that states 2 lanes with 2 finger jetties, will see I spose when its done . I agree with Adam though, certain whale shark operators seem to think they own the place and dont give a rats about anyone but themselves. Happens at bundegi too.
The biggest problem at both ramps is the once a year boaties that struggle with crosswinds, tides, soft sand etc. Not their fault, practice makes perfect. Personally I dont have a problem with tantabiddi as it stands, just the parking area is too small .
http://www.nationalswa.com/News/MediaReleases/tabid/83/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1068/New-boat-ramp-and-CBD-revitalisation-plans-under-way-for-Exmouth-Grylls.aspx
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yep
Even though the shark operators fight against each other all the time, they still stand as a united front as a commercial entity. Pulling in approx 70k a day between them will ensure they have their ownership of the jetty. Sure the rec fishing sector probably bring a fair bit, but wouldn't go near comparing to that figure. When I was doing creel surveys at Tantas the max was about 55 boats, judging by posts people put up of what a day out costs them, you take an estimate of $500 per day per boat and your still only making 1/3rd of what the shark operators do. Pretty sure they will get some extra consideration over us, just hope they really put some serious thought into the design to cater for EVERY ONE.
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Alan James
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How would the numbers stack up
over 12 months Adam? How long does the whale shark season go for? I guess the tourist / holidaying rec fishos also have their peak and off peak season as well tho I guess.
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Agree
Shark watchers will take over you won't be able to get on jettys I also don't have problem in or out with sharkcat
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budget 1.5 mill
the budget laid out in the DOT flyer indicated that they would be spending 1.5 mill on a upgrade to the ramp , unfortunately the costings of labour amd equipment cost in this day it will be interesting to see what you will get for the money , heres hoping it will be a good outcome for all in general
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Went to the shire today, they
Went to the shire today, they will have the latest plan( construction drawings ) in a couple of days apparently. I`ll get a copy and post so you can have a look.
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Alan James
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Good work
I'll be interested to see what they have come up with. Was there any consultation process with respect to what people wanted, both recs and business groups? From the literature I've read the new ramp will replace the old one. Would there be benefit in leaving the existing facility there to cater for smaller craft? Perhaps it just becomes another liability for the Shire to maintain.
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I think it is all a part of
I think it is all a part of the exmouth experiance.I enjoy lanching on those early mornings and standing in the water holding the boat .makes for more of an adventure .I have never had a problem with the ramp on high or low tide we drive stright on in seconds.I think the guests on the charter .Enjoy the beach pickup an dropoff, adds to there days adventure .I think the old ramp will be missed.
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Ditto
have to agree Paul , Tantas is like Gnaraloo , there nothing better than launching of the beach and standing on the sand , yes i been bogged and had a few hard retrieves but thas what makes it a holiday and special
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That maybe the case when you're 30
but when you're 60 and it's just you and the wife you will probably think differently.
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Can see problems if the local
Can see problems if the local charter operators take claim over the guys on holiday.maybe one ramp for the charter guys and one for the fishers.
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