Reference numberLH005156DescriptionConstruction of the Fishing Boat Harbour commenced in 1946 with the building of stone breakwaters to provide safe anchorage for up to 400 vessels. Over the years a series of catwalks, mooring pens and jetties have been added by fishing companies and shipwrights and the capacity of the harbour has been greatly increased. A number of restaurants and cafes have been developed on the northern side of the harbour.Date1980Photograph FormatPhotographDigital ItemYes
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Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour (1980). City of Fremantle Local History Centre, accessed 13/06/2026, https://history.fremantle.wa.gov.au/nodes/view/19859
