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First Global Gold Anchor accreditation A


bell Point Marina in Airlie Beach, Queensland, has become the first marina to be accredited under


the Global Gold Anchor Scheme, which is a joint venture initiative of The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA) and the Marina Industries Association (MIA). The scheme is to marinas what the star rating scheme is for accommodation. It rates marinas on a scale of two to five Gold Anchors. Abell Point Marina is a modern


507-berth marina catering for boats from 12-60 m. It is a major tourism hub for leisure and commercial vessels visiting the Whitsundays and the Great Barrier Reef. The marina village is a popular destination for boaters, as well as domestic and international visitors. At the presentation of the


accreditation on 14 September, MIA Executive Officer Colin Bransgrove said Abell Point Marina was a fitting marina to be the first Global Gold Anchor accredited marina in the world. “The scheme is designed to inform marina users as to the level of services and facilities at the marina and to encourage continual improvement within the marina industry. As a major regional tourism destination in its own right, Abell Point Marina has a strong customer focus and is continually improving its offer to both boating and non-boating customers. In presenting Abell Point Marina with the rating of five Gold Anchors, it is setting an excellent marker for other marinas


Paul Darrouzet, the owner of Abell Point Marina (left), receives his Gold Anchor accreditation from Colin Bransgrove, Executive Officer of the Marina Industries Association.


to benchmark against.” There are over 250 Gold Anchor


marinas globally that have been accredited under the old TYHA and MIA Gold Anchor Schemes. Over the coming two years, these marinas will move across to the new system, as well as many more that have been attracted by the one global scheme. Abell Point Marina’s owner, Paul Darrouzet, said it was an honour


New marina for NZ


It was recently announced by Lyttelton Port of Christchurch (LPC) in New Zealand that it will build a new marina called Te Ana at the sheltered site of the inner harbour pile moorings in Lyttelton Harbour – the first stage of a wider regeneration plan to improve public access and amenities in the area. Peter Davie, LPC chief executive, says that some of the finer details are still to


be confirmed and that he looked forward to input from the current berth-holders. It is intended to begin construction in the first half of 2017.


Set between two traditional


sites, Ohinehou and Te Ana o Huikai, Te Ana will encompass an upgraded marina, as well as a promenade, restaurants, retail outlets and workshops, which will enhance the colourful character of


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to be the first accredited marina under the new scheme. “What we are creating here is a significant regional tourism asset for Australia. It is fitting that we are receiving this high level global accreditation, which reinforces our position as a leader in tourism and recreational boating.” MIA President, Andrew


Chapman, CMM, said this was an exciting day for the marina industry.


this historic township. A working port and trade hub


for the South Island, Lyttelton is an eclectic mix of industry, creativity and history. The East side has a rich legacy as a place of shelter and food gathering by both European settlers and the original Maori inhabitants (Ngati Wheke). Te Ana will once again open up Lyttelton’s harbour and make it a place where people can connect and enjoy the waterfront. On completion of stages one


and two, up to 200 floating berths


“After two years of co-operative development, the Global Gold Anchor Scheme is up and away. Over coming weeks and months, I will be presenting Global Gold Anchor accreditation to marinas across Australasia. “This first presentation to Abell


Point Marina is very appropriate given its high profile, strong customer focus and commitment to continual improvement,” he added.


with lengths of ten metres or more will provide shelter for yachts and powerboats. Berth-holders will enjoy the convenience of walk- on access with power and water services on tap. Furthermore, Te Ana’s location in the safe wave environment of Lyttelton’s inner harbour will protect leisure craft from major weather events. When opened, the marina will


offer: free nearby parking; rubbish removal; security; lighting; internet access; electricity and water supplies; and washroom facilities.


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