Concept design plans for the new Lindisfarne ferry terminal have been released, along with plans for the upgrades to Natone Street to prioritise pedestrian access to the ferry terminal and surrounding facilities, while ensuring residents maintain easy access to their homes.
The Natone Street location was chosen as the preferred site for the Lindisfarne ferry terminal following community engagement in 2024. While there is no further community consultation on the terminal at this stage, people will have the opportunity to make a representation through the Development Application process.
The Lindisfarne terminal will form part of the River Derwent Ferry Service, connecting with two new terminals at Sandy Bay and Wilkinson Point, and the current terminals at Bellerive and Hobart.
The terminal will include toilets, secure bike parking, and a fixed walkway and ramp, leading to an all-weather floating terminal with a deck and sheltered seating. The design will be of similar design to the other new terminals.
The ferry terminal development project forms part of the Derwent Ferry Expansion Project.
The development of the Lindisfarne, Sandy Bay, and Wilkinson Point terminals is supported by Australian Government funding of $20 million under the Priority Community Infrastructure Program, along with contributions from the Tasmanian Government and participating Councils.
Next steps
City of Clarence, together with the River Derwent Ferry Expansion Project Steering Committee, have worked through complex planning approvals to arrive at this point.
The next stage will be to secure landowner consent from Council at a future Council Meeting which, if granted, will mean the project will then proceed to a submitting a Development Application (DA). During the DA process, the community will be able to make representations, which help inform Council’s planning decisions.
The project team are working through the permits and approvals processes and will commence detailed design of the ferry terminal.
The Department of State Growth sits on the Derwent Ferry Expansion Project Steering Committee and will ensure the delivery of an expanded service. It will consider the revised delivery timeframes for the terminals.
Over the coming months we will have more detailed information on the terminal design and program of works.
Redesign of Natone Street
The redesign starts at the bottom of Natone Street up to the roundabout at Lincoln Street and Talune Street.
It will include road upgrades, landscaping, pedestrian improvements, drop-off areas, and parking.
The redesign will prioritise pedestrian access to the ferry terminal and surrounding facilities, while ensuring residents maintain easy access to their homes.
The aim of this council project is to sensitively integrate the ferry terminal into the surrounding landscape while maintaining full functionality of the area for residents and visitors.
Council is engaging with the direct residents of Natone Street, and will inform nearby residents, property owners, and stakeholders as the project progresses.
Lindisfarne ferry terminal FAQ
What is the timeframe of the new ferry terminal?
The Natone Street Ferry Terminal is currently moving through planning approvals and will soon commence the detailed design phase. The terminal is due for completion in mid 2027.
The floating terminal and gateway structure require planning permission, and we are informing residents of Natone Street and the broader community ahead of submitting our Development Application in April 2026.
The design is fully accessible and has a gateway structure with toilets and secure bike parking, and a fixed walkway and ramp to an all-weather floating terminal with sheltered seating.
We are also planning for the landscaping and upgrades to Natone Street, and have a preliminary design for parking, landscaping and pedestrian links to Anzac Park. Our aim is to sensitively integrate the ferry terminal into the surrounding landscape while maintaining full functionality of the area for residents and visitors. More information will be available on these plans over the coming months.
Why was Natone Street selected?
The new ferry terminal would be one of three to be built as part of expansion plans for River Derwent ferry services. The other two are planned for Wilkinsons Point in Glenorchy and Lords Beach in Sandy Bay.
Natone Street was selected following community consultation and assessment of available sites in Lindisfarne, including the sailing club. Several factors were considered including navigable depth, environmental exposure and proximity to other vessels. This site also has street parking which would allow for a pick-up and drop area.
We are excited to establish another vital transport link for the Lindisfarne community following the success of the Bellerive ferry service trial.
How will parking be managed?
The ferry service will be run by the Tasmanian Government. Our role is to support the ferry service through the provision of local infrastructure.
Ferry services are intended to complement bus services within the Greater Hobart area.
The Department of State Growth plans to work with councils and operators to identify where existing bus services can better align with ferry services.
We are able to introduce controls, such as parking limitations, that reduce access to all-day parking for non-residents.