Removal of Central Pier continues

Development Victoria is continuing the removal of Central Pier from Victoria Harbour.

Specialist marine contractor, Fitzgerald Constructions Australia Pty Ltd, has been appointed to remove Central Pier, with the process expected to take several years to complete.

To undertake the demolition safely, barges with cranes mounted on top have been carefully positioned alongside the pier to remove the sheds and then the pier itself.

In 2023, we began the removal of the external awnings on Shed 9 and 14, as well as Shed 9’s interior infrastructure, and in 2024 the removal works continued, concentrating on removing Shed 9 as well as the concrete area around Shed 14.

Works to remove Central Pier from Victoria Harbour are progressing well, with the removal of Shed 9 on track for completion by the end of the year.

The removal of the concrete area on the west and south of Shed 14 will continue into 2025, along with important works to realign services along Harbour Esplanade.

Our contractor, Fitzgerald Constructions Australia Pty Ltd, is also continuing to remove the central driveway between the two sheds.

In 2025, we will start stabilising the sea wall and removing the concrete deck connecting the piers to Harbour Esplanade.

The removal of Central Pier from Victoria Harbour is a key step in the Victorian Government’s plans to revitalise this waterfront in the heart of Docklands.

Development Victoria will continue to work closely with Heritage Victoria, the City of Melbourne, the community and other key stakeholders to identify opportunities for the revitalisation of Central Pier and adjacent waterfront along Harbour Esplanade to create a vibrant waterfront destination.

Find out more about Central Pier.