Carter’s Basin

Gold Coast based Main Beach Developments, a partnership between the Giannarelli Group and Pelligra Group, was selected to deliver the Carter’s Basin development following a rigorous two-stage competitive market process.

This is an exciting opportunity for a unique fresh-seafood and tourism experience in Carter’s Basin.

Key Features (proposed)

• new facilities for the local fishing fleet
• a new commercial marina suitable for marine tourism businesses
• a pedestrian and cycle pathway along the water’s edge
• a mixed-use development providing short term accommodation and dining options
• Supports activation of underutilised waterfront land
• Supports the long-term operations of the Gold Coast Fishermen’s Co-Op, providing improved access to the public to buy seafood direct from the trawlers
• Encourages private sector investment in marine and tourism infrastructure
• Responds to the demand for commercial marina berths on the Gold Coast
• Enhances connectivity and amenity within The Spit precinct
• Facilitates new tourism experiences on The Spit

Benefits (anticipated)

• Supports activation of underutilised waterfront land
• Supports the long-term operations of the Gold Coast Fishermen’s Co-Op, providing improved access to the public to buy seafood direct from the trawlers
• Encourages private sector investment in marine and tourism infrastructure
• Responds to the demand for commercial marina berths on the Gold Coast
• Enhances connectivity and amenity within The Spit precinct
• Facilitates new tourism experiences on The Spit