Reference Groups
Port Community Liaison Group
Previously called the Community Consultative Committee (CCC), the Community Liaison Group (CLG) is a biannual forum between the Port of Hastings and local community, business and special interest representatives to share information on matters relating to our Port operations.
Expressions of interest NOW CLOSED
Expressions of interest for members to join the CLG are now closed.
The Port of Hastings Corporation is currently reviewing applications and will be provide an update in the coming week.
To read the proposed Terms of Reference
The CLG will meet twice a year at the Port of Hastings office (1D Stony Point Road, Crib Point).
If you have any questions, please contact us at engage@portofhastings.vic.gov.au
VRET Community Reference Group (CRG)
In 2025, a dedicated Community Reference Group (CRG) was established for the Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal.
The CRG is comprised of a range of community, business and special interest representatives, and is chaired independently.
The CRG meets quarterly and minutes are published on the Terminal website.
More information on the CRG membership, minutes and Terms of Reference can be found here: https://renewableenergyterminal.com.au/community/reference-group
Port Emergency Management, Safety Group (EMSG)
The EMSG is chaired by PoHC and is comprised of commercial port operators, local emergency services and local and state agencies.
The purpose of the EMSG is to provide updates on Safety, Security and Port matters and encourage information sharing and transparency between operators.
The EMSG includes membership from:
Port of Hastings Corporation (Chair)
Ports Victoria
United Petroleum
Victoria Police
Esso (Exxon Mobil)
BlueScope Steel
Environment Protection Authority Victoria
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council
Bass Coast Shire Council
Country Fire Authority
Oil Response Company of Australia
Svitzer
Australian Border Force
Water Police
Western Port Ferries
Department of Transport and Planning