After thirty years, the Stockton Ferries will be undergoing a major refurbishment following a commitment from Keolis Downer and Transport for NSW.
The first to receive the makeover, Hunter, is currently in Port Macquarie.
Director of Corporate Affairs, Andrew Fletcher, says "this is much more than a lick of paint and a spruce-up."
The upgrade will include the internal seating being replaced as well as new seats on the back deck, brand new floors, ceilings, windows, lighting, a bike rack and for the first time, the ferries will have surfboard racks.
Mr Fletcher hopes the makeover will positively impact patronage as he says the Stockton ferries are an "important transport choice, particularly for Stockton residents."
Hunter will be returning to the harbour before the Newcastle 500 Supercars event in November.
Shortland will be undergoing refurbishment in the new year.
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