Safer boating expected with completion of new pontoon at Nelson boat rampMARTIN DE RUYTER/STUFF The new Pontoon at the Nelson Boat Ramp in Akersten St, Port Nelson. Nelson boaties can expect less time waiting to cast off with a newly-installed floating pontoon now ready for use. Located at the Akersten St boat ramp at Nelson Marina, the pontoon represents the first phase of developments identified in the Nelson City Council's 2017 Nelson Marina Strategy . Safety and congestion issues at the Akersten St facility had prompted Nelson boaties to plead their case for improved boating facilities in the city. MARTIN DE RUYTER/STUFF The new pontoon in action at the Nelson Boat Ramp in Akersten St, Port Nelson.

Source: Stuff August 17, 2018 18:11 UTC