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Marine and Safety Tasmania

Locality: Hobart, Tasmania

Phone: +61 1300 135 513

Address: Level 1, Port Tower Building, 18 Hunter Street 7000 Hobart, TAS, Australia

Website: http://www.mast.tas.gov.au

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25.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M163-20 Navigation Warning - Macquarie Harbour Mariners are advised that a 102m circumference pen is temporarily positioned (on a swinging mooring) at the approximate coordinates below. This pen is being used during the mass whale stranding event to assist with the clean-up activities. Once completed, the pen and mooring equipment will be removed.... Mariners should transit the area with care. Pen location Latitude Longitude 1 42 16. 938 145 15. 707 Datum WGS84

24.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M219-20 Marine Farm Lease (261) (SE of Trumpeter Bay) Navigation Aid (T) Mariners are advised that the NE corner marker at Huon Aquaculture Company’s Storm Bay 1 lease (MF 261) southeast of Trumpeter Bay is now replaced in position 43 9.896'S / 147 26.465'E.... M215-20 is cancelled.

24.01.2022 If you are fishing or paddling a kayak on the Meander River in Deloraine, be aware there will be Dragon Boating from 9am 7pm on Friday, 4th and Saturday, 5th December .

24.01.2022 Safe boating means planning your trip and telling an emergency contact where you’re headed and what time you’ll be back. Find out more at https://www. amsa.gov.au/national-safe-boating-week #NationalSafeBoatingWeek #Planit #TripPlanning

23.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M218-20 Navigation Warning - Triabunna Mariners are advised that the port marker located at the entrance to Triabunna in position 42 degrees 31.214S, 147 degrees 54.821E has been destroyed.... A further notice to mariners will be issued when a port buoy is established in position. M183-20 is cancelled.

23.01.2022 Macquarie Heads Boat Ramp is again open for public use.

23.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M226-20 Rowing Regatta - Franklin Mariners are advised that a Rowing Tasmania Regatta will be held on Saturday, 5 December (07.30 17:00 hours) on the Franklin Rowing Course at Franklin.... Mariners are requested to transit the area with caution and avoid interfering with the event.

23.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M204-20 Mercury Passage - Lachlan Island Navigation Light Mariners are advised that the Lachlan Island navigation light located in Mercury Passage in position 42 38.59 S / 147 58.71 E is now restored to normal.... M201-20 is cancelled.

22.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M014-21 River Tamar, West Arm - Aids to Navigation Mariners are advised of the following aids to navigation located in West Arm on the River Tamar:... - an unlit port buoy has been established in position 41 08.250S, 146 48.0216E to replace a destroyed port lateral pile. - an unlit port lateral pile has been established near Ballast Rock at the entrance to West Arm in position 41 08.433S, 146 48.650E.

21.01.2022 Boats can look shiny on the outside, but what’s happening on the inside? The attached photos are a classic example. When buying a secondhand boat, this is what you could end up with. If you are uncertain, please take somebody with you who knows about boats.

21.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M225-20 Penguin Island Open Water Swim - Port Sorell Mariners are advised that this event will be conducted on Saturday, 5 December 2020 commencing at 11.00am from Port Sorell Surf Club located on Freers Beach to Penguin Island and back.... Mariners should navigate with caution and keep clear of the swimmers.

21.01.2022 The Australian Power Boat Association has advised an event is being held on Sunday, 6 December 2020 at Granton.

21.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M017-21 Frederick Henry Bay, Susan Bay - Sunken Vessel Mariners are advised that a 8.5 metre timber motor sailor has sunk on its mooring in Susan Bay. The vessel's mast is visible above the waterline and a pink inflatable mooring buoy is visible at the vessel's bow.... Mariners should navigate with caution in the area.

20.01.2022 The CSIRO has advised Mariners that pilot whale carcasses disposed of near Cape Sorell on Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday may be encountered floating on the surface within about 15nm of the coast, between 41 40’S and 43S from now until Friday.

20.01.2022 There are many people not carrying the correct safety gear and if they are, in many cases the flares are out of date and fire extinguishers are not up to scratch. Please make sure your safety gear is in date and also easily accessible. You never know when you might need it.

20.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M172-20 Navigation Warning - Triabunna Mariners are advised that the Port Marker at the entrance to Triabunna is currently unreliable.... A further notice will be issued when the marker is restored to normal.

19.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M134-21 Huon River, Franklin - Floating Log Mariners are advised a very large log is floating in the Huon River near Franklin.... Mariners should navigate with caution in the area.

19.01.2022 Deckee Fuel Dock locations can now be added to Deckee! Submit details such as types of fuel, ease of access and other facilities or services available. Help other boaters by sharing your local knowledge and experience.... Install Deckee free on iOS or Android deckee.com/download

19.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M205-20 Deployment of Scientific Equipment Storm Bay (North Bruny Island) Mariners are advised Huon Aquaculture is installing a wave/weather buoy within Marine Farm 261 Storm Bay - Block 4 in position 43 13.567'S / 147 27.371'E.... The buoy is installed within the lease boundary. The lease is not currently occupied. The navigational light is a yellow quick flash.

18.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M171-20 Underwater Vehicle Deployment Tamar River Australian Maritime College (AMC) will be launching a 7.6m autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) from 12 October 2020 to 16 October 2020 within 1km of the AMC Wharf at Beauty Point. The vehicle will be operating from the surface and also ... submerged. The vehicle will be monitored at all times and supported by personnel on the wharf and in a small support boat. Operations will be during daylight hours only. Mariners should navigate with caution in the area.

18.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M223-20 Port Dalrymple Fuel Berth - Temporary Closure - AMENDED The Port Dalrymple fuel berth will be closed on Thursday, 3 December from 8.30am.

17.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M202-20 Fuel Reduction Burn - Port Arthur Mariners are advised that the Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service will be conducting a Fuel Reduction Burn in the area adjacent to the Garden Point Boat Ramp Port Arthur, commencing Saturday, 14 November 2020 and continuing across the weekend (weather permitting).... Due to ash and ember risk to vehicles and equipment, the boat ramp will be closed during the burn. Every attempt will be made to open the ramp as soon as possible post operations. Boat users and fishermen are advised to plan use of an alternative boat ramp. Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service thanks you for your co-operation.

17.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M161-20 Navigation Warning - Marine Farm Lease 261 (SB2) - SE of Trumpeter Bay Mariners are advised that the northeast corner mark is currently unlit at Huon Aquaculture Company’s Storm Bay 2 lease (MF 261) southeast of Trumpeter Bay. ... Mariners should transit the area with care. The corner mark is in position : 43 11.060'S / 147 27.094'E

16.01.2022 Plenty of Salmon around down the Huon this morning after the escapes yesterday. Great to see everyone so far with the right safety equipment.

16.01.2022 A life jacket is the most important piece of safety equipment on any vessel. But it can’t save your life unless you’re wearing it. Learn how to be safe on the water this National Safe Boating Week at https://www. amsa.gov.au/national-safe-boating-week... #NationalSafeBoatingWeek #WearIt See more

16.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M220-20 Rowing Regatta - Lake Barrington Mariners are advised that a Rowing Tasmania Regatta will be held on Saturday, 28th November (08.00 17:00 hours) and Sunday, 29th September (08.00 -16:00 hours) on the Lake Barrington Rowing Course.... Mariners are requested to transit the area with caution and avoid interfering with the event.

15.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M201-20 Mercury Passage - Lachlan Island Navigation Light Mariners are advised that the Lachlan Island navigation light located in Mercury Passage in position 42 38.59 S / 147 58.71 E is currently unlit.... A further Notice will be issued when the light is restored to normal.

15.01.2022 This video is from NSW Maritime. This Friday is Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day. Can your work place outdo this video? That's the challenge! #Lifejacket2Work #WearIt #NationalSafeBoatingWeek

15.01.2022 Safe boating means knowing the rules and laws that keep all of us safe. Remember, boating safety is a responsibility we all share as waterway users. Find out more at https://www.amsa.gov.au/national-safeboating- week.

14.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M222-20 (T) Bruny Island Ferry Terminal Upgrade Mariners are advised that abutment works will commence for the Ferry Terminal at Kettering and Roberts Point on or around 2 December and will be completed at the end of March 2021. Silt stop curtains, 2m deep will be installed as part of the works at both locations and will be hung on coloured floats.... Mariners should stay clear of the works at all times.

13.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M159-20 Navigation Hazard - Whales Mariners are advised that 15 whale carcasses from Macquarie Harbour have been buried at sea at approximately 42 9'30.00"S / 145 7'55.00"E. ... Carcasses are expected to move slowly north-east prior to sinking. Further carcasses will be buried at sea depending on weather, possibly on Sunday and Monday. It is recommended that vessels give this area sufficient clearance for safety reasons. Mariners will be advised of the locations of further burials when known.

13.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M217-20 Navigation Wreck Buoy - Georges Bay Barway Mariners are advised that the wreck buoy marking the sunken vessel Anmaropa, at the entrance to Georges Bay, St Helens, in position 41 degrees 16.2370S, 148 degrees 20.072E has been restored to normal.... Notice to Mariners M174-20 is now cancelled.

12.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M015-21 Binalong Bay Boat Ramp - Port Hand Channel Mark Mariners are advised the port hand buoy has sunk and may be hazardous should vessels pass over the top of it.... The buoy will be recovered this afternoon. Mariners should navigate with caution in the area.

12.01.2022 Safe boating means carrying the right safety equipment. You’ll need different items depending on your vessel type and whether you’re in open or enclosed waters. Find out more at https://www.amsa.gov.au/national-safeboating- week

12.01.2022 The locations of public moorings in Tasmania are available in the Deckee app! We're receiving lots of great feedback about this what do you think? Install Deckee free on iOS or Android http://deckee.com/download

11.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M224-20 Rowing Regatta - River Derwent, New Norfolk Mariners are advised a Rowing Regatta will be held on Sunday, 6 December from the New Norfolk Bridge to the Norske Skog Jetty from 1000 1130 hours.... Mariners are requested to transit the area with caution and avoid interfering with the event.

11.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M162-20 Navigation Warning - Saltwater River Mariners are advised a cable drum has been seen near Saltwater River (42 59.531'S / 147 42.824'E).... Mariners should transit the area with caution as the drum does move depending on weather and tide.

10.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M173-20 Navigation Warning - Floating Debris Mariners are advised that recent heavy rains have caused debris to be washed into rivers and estuaries around the State. This debris, often partly submerged logs, presents a navigation hazard to vessels.... Mariners should navigate with caution.

10.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M228-20 Aids to Navigation - Hospital Bay, Port Huon Mariners are advised two port markers (amber flash) have been established on the north-eastern side of the wharf at Whale Point, Port Huon in position:... 1. -43 9.692 146 58.210 2. -43 9.908 146 58.374

10.01.2022 M135-21 Scotts Peak Road - Fuel Reduction Burn NOTICE TO MARINERS Mariners are advised that the Scotts Peak Road will be closed for a fuel reduction burn to take place on Tuesday, 11 May 2021 and Wednesday, 12 May 2021.... The Edgar Dam and Scotts Peak boat ramps will be closed during the burn. Boat users and fishermen are advised to plan use of an alternative boat ramp. Tasmanian Parks and Wildlife Service thanks you for your co-operation.

09.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M164-20 Navigation Warning - Southern Bass Strait Surface buoys for scientific research have been deployed at the following locations:... Location: -40 33.435', 145 06.096' (WGS 84) (East of Robbins Island) x 3 Location: -40 38.430', 145 35.406' (WGS 84) (North of Rocky Cape) x 1 Surface buoys will be in position from 28 September until 10 October inclusive. Mariners should transit the area with care.

08.01.2022 Parks & Wildlife Service has advised that restrictions to campfires come into place on 4 December. If you are going away on the boat camping, please make sure you are aware of the restrictions.

07.01.2022 Don’t forget the flare collection this week ! See the MAST Website for locations. https://mast.tas.gov.au/2020//out-of-date-flare-collection/

07.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M203-20 Marine Farm Lease Gordon No. 219 - Macquarie Harbour Tassal has advised the SW corner marker at the Gordon Lease No. 219 in position -42 17.797’S / 145 20.985’E is off station.... A further notice will be issued when the aid is replaced in position. Mariners should transit with caution.

07.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M170-20 Rowing - Lake Barrington Mariners are advised that a Rowing Tasmania Camp will be held on Saturday, 10 October (07.00 17:00 hours) and Sunday, 11 October (08.30 -16:00 hours) on the Lake Barrington Rowing Course.... Mariners are requested to transit the area with caution and avoid interfering with the event.

07.01.2022 A big Thank You!! Staff from the Parks and Wildlife Service and Marine Conservation Program in DPIPWE would like to pass on our sincere thanks to the Strahan an...d west coast community. Local community support has been a key component of the successful operation to date with everyone involved truly appreciative of the support and goodwill received. Marine Conservation Program West Coast Community Notice Board Our town, Strahan West Coast Visitor Information Centre Visit Cradle Coast Cradle Coast NRM Discover Tasmania West Coast Council Tasmania Police Tasmania SES CSIRO Marine and Safety Tasmania - MAST Huon Aquaculture Petuna Tassal Tasmanian Salmon Surf Life Saving Tasmania https://dpipwe.tas.gov.au//marine-/strahan-whale-stranding Tasmania Police

07.01.2022 Safe boating means wearing a life jacket, the most important piece of safety equipment on any vessel. Find out more at https://www.amsa.gov.au/nationalsafe- boating-week #NationalSafeBoatingWeek #WearIt

06.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M229-20 Wakeboard Competition - River Derwent, New Norfolk Mariners are advised a wakeboard competition will be held on the River Derwent on Saturday, 5 December from 0730 to 1700 hrs, upstream from the Millbrook Rise Boat Ramp.... The course will commence approximately 250m upstream from the boat ramp over a distance of 800m. Other river users should stay down river of the Millbrook Rise Boat ramp. If seeking to go upstream, please contact competition organisers on the day 0419816967.

06.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M165-20 Navigation Warning - Whales Mariners are advised that 78 whale carcasses were released at 1530 today between:... 42.13.329 S / 145.05.063 E and 42.12.795 S / 145.06.387 E. PWS has advised that modelling suggests that carcasses will drift WSW of Macquarie Heads. This is only approximate. Mariners should navigate these areas with caution.

06.01.2022 If you're heading to Agfest, drop into the recreational fishing display - we're part of the Marine Precinct on Seventh Ave between Main and North Streets. Our t...hanks to Marine and Safety Tasmania - MAST for coordinating the amazing boat, marine gear and safety displays. Read about our fishing simulator activity that's luring the crowds in this year: https://bit.ly/3tpC0Ip See more

06.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M227(T) Navigation Warning - Sheppards MF Lease 94 - D'Entrecasteaux Channel Mariners are advised Tassal is bathing pens at Marine Farm Lease 94 at the Sheppards in the D’Entrecasteaux Channel starting 1 December until March 2021.... At times the bathing pen will protrude slightly from the eastern lease boundary. At night this will be marked with a white strobe light. Mariners should transit with care.

05.01.2022 Understanding the simple rules like always keeping to the right, goes a long way in reducing accidents and collisions. Learn how to be safe on the water this National Safe Boating Week at https://www.amsa.gov. au/national-safe-boating-week... #NationalSafeBoatingWeek #KnowTheRules See more

05.01.2022 It has been great to receive feedback from users of the new Cruising Moorings at Prime Seal. MAST has, however, been made aware that some users are not respecting the privately owned Island and are discarding rubbish and allowing pets such as dogs ashore. The Island is owned by Parks and Wildlife and is held as a Crown Lease to the high water mark for grazing.

05.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M016-21 Kettering - Restricted Navigation Mariners are advised that the restricted navigation planned for Oyster Cove Marina from 14 - 18 January 2021 has now been cancelled.... M009-21 is cancelled.

04.01.2022 Deckee The new MAST Safety Information Hub in the Deckee app provides you with convenient quick links to rules and regulations, licensing and registration portals, safety equipment checklists and more! Our goal is to make it easier to find and access official marine safety resources for Tasmania. Install Deckee free on iOS or Android deckee.com/download

04.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M166-20 Rowing Regatta - River Derwent Mariners are advised a rowing regatta will be conducted on Saturday, 3 October starting at 7.30am in New Town Bay, heading north past Nyrstar to a buoy off Dowsing Point and returning via a buoy off Shag Bay to finish in New Town Bay at approximately 0930.... Mariners should navigate with caution in the area and avoid interfering with the event.

03.01.2022 Another warm day today. If you are heading to Millbrook Rise, ensure you do not exceed 5 knots unless towing a skier between Sorell Creek and the old ramp at the caravan park. This area is a designated ski zone. A number of infringement notices have been issued as a result of inappropriate behaviour following the warm day on Monday.

03.01.2022 Safe boating means assessing the weather and choosing a suitable time and place to go out. Conditions can change quickly, so don’t hesitate to head back in. If in doubt, don’t go out. Find out more at https://www.amsa.gov.au/national-safe-boating-week

03.01.2022 NOTICE TO MARINERS M160-20 Navigation Warning - Whales Mariners are advised that 222 whale carcasses have been released in two positions west of Cape Sorell. ... 133 Whale carcasses were released between:- 42 10' 40.9" S, 145 06' 37.2" and 42 10' 01.9" S, 145 06' 30.2" E 89 Whales whale carcasses were released between:- 42 11' 31.9" S, 145 06' 50.3" E and 42 12' 04.9" S, 145 05' 23.5" E It is expected the carcasses will travel north east before heading south on Wednesday. Mariners should transit these areas with caution.

02.01.2022 The Boating Industry Association has launched Discover Boating, a website covering everything you need to know about recreational boating, whether you’re new to getting your sea legs or you’re an old salt! Visit https://discoverboating.com.au/ for more info.

01.01.2022 Before you head out on the water, check that all the required safety equipment is on board, in good condition and within easy reach. Learn how to be safe on the water this National Safe Boating Week at https://www.amsa.gov.au/national-safe-boating-week