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Victorian Regional Channels Authority

Phone: +61 3 5225 3500

Address: 13-35 Mackey Street, East 1E 3215

Website: http://www.vrca.vic.gov.au

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24.01.2022 A few images from the Ports of Geelong and Hastings for #throwbackthursday

24.01.2022 A message from Paul Worsteling from IFISH w TACKLEWORLD about your safety responsibilities when you're back on the water and near or around big ships.

23.01.2022 It's never a bad time to re-familiarise yourself with emergency radio channels and their frequencies. Here's Paul Worsteling from IFISH w TACKLEWORLD with some information.

23.01.2022 There can never be too much information when it comes to boating safety. Acknowleding Maritime Safety Victoria's contribution to #NationalSafeBoatingWeek

22.01.2022 From 1159pm this Sunday, face masks will become compulsory across ALL of Victoria. For those who don't understand why, here's a simple explanation.

22.01.2022 The number one message for recreational craft in Victoria is 'Keep Clear of Big Ships'. Here's Paul Worsteling to share the message.

21.01.2022 VRCA is proudly celebrating Naidoc Week this November 8 - 15. #NAIDOC2020 #NAIDOCWeek

18.01.2022 Today is the International Maritime Organisation's #DayOfTheSeafarer. VRCA's CEO, Peter Manion says of the day During the COVID-19 pandemic seafarers have been essential in ensuring continued access to vital goods, such as food, medicines and medical supplies ... VRCA thanks seafarers for their contribution and supports ongoing humanitarian actions to support their ongoing role.

17.01.2022 A thought for the day!

16.01.2022 If you have any symptoms, no matter how mild, get tested at and stay home. - Fever, chills or sweats - Cough - Sore throat... - Shortness of breath - Runny nose - Loss of sense of smell or taste It’s not over yet. Staying Apart Keeps Us Together Find out where to get tested visit vic.gov.au/CORONAVIRUS See more

15.01.2022 The weather's warming up and that means more people will be out and about on the water so make sure you play it safe with all your activities.

15.01.2022 Did you know it's National Safe Boating Week. There can never be too many reminders to check your vessel's readiness when it comes to your safety.

14.01.2022 Did you know our tide gauges are updated online every five minutes. There are details for tides at both Corio Bay and Port of Hastings. Head to the link for more details. https://vrca.vic.gov.au/quick-links/tide-gauges/

14.01.2022 Under Stage 4 ‘Stay at Home’ Restrictions the default is that workplaces in metropolitan Melbourne are closed unless the workplace is part of a permitted industry. Operations at the Port of Hastings while subject to Stage 4 restrictions are classified as a permitted industry. Where required VRCA staff will continue to be on-site at the Port of Hastings and Port of Geelong to support shipping’s part in keeping Victoria’s supply chains open. VRCA has developed COVID safe workpl...ace plans to for both Hastings and Geelong. VRCA continues to collaborate with the Department of Transport, wharf and berth operators and port services providers to ensure that trade through Victoria’s regional ports continues.

13.01.2022 Continuing our flashback theme, this video, originally commissioned by VRCA in 2018 is by far the most popular we've shared. It's an animated flow through of Geelong’s shipping channels to show what Corio Bay looks like under the water.

08.01.2022 So many enjoyed our last post about the Alma Doepel we decided to share some of the colourful history of one of Australia’s oldest tall ships, currently undergoing restoration. Alma Doepel was built in 1903 in Bellingen, NSW, by Frederik Doepel, and named after his youngest daughter Alma. She sailed mainly around the coast of Australia, carrying goods such as timber, wheat and jam. She was also used in World War II as a supply vessel in Papua New Guinea, before returning to commercial service around Tasmania in 1946. Keep an eye on our page and we’ll share the ship's history after WWII in our next post. VRCA is proud to sponsor the ship's restoration.

08.01.2022 Thanks to Ports Australia for recognising us along with Port of Melbourne Port of Portland and Port of Geelong as vital #essentialservices in #Victoria's COVID battle. #inthistogether

07.01.2022 Today, along with IALA (International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities) we are proud to participate in their initiative whereby members share a photo of Marine Aids to Navigation to celebrate global safety and efficiency of navigation and the protection of our environment

06.01.2022 Remembering when the guns fell silent.

05.01.2022 Today for #FlashbackFriday we thought we'd share some images of VRCA's 'backyard'. Keep an eye out and you'll even catch a couple of glimpses of our old logo.

05.01.2022 You can see our live cameras on the VRCA website. We have 4 cameras and they are live 24/7. Just head to https://vrca.vic.gov.au/quick-links/web-cams/

05.01.2022 Another step closer for Spirit of Tasmania thanks to a trial run on the weekend to its future home port in Geelong. VRCA was happy to assist the ship's Captains to jointly review contingency and emergency manoevres.

04.01.2022 Notice to Mariners from Captain David Shennan, Harbour Master, Port of Geelong regarding the Point Wilson Waterside Infrastructure Remediation Project. The Point Wilson Pier structure is at the end of its service life and requires an upgrade to improve the safety of operations and functionality. The proposed works include: A new wharf and link structure;... Refurbished jetty piles and new jetty deck; Refurbished and new mooring and berthing infrastructure; and Upgrade and replacement of the support infrastructure involving electrical, communications, hydraulics and fire services. Construction is scheduled to be completed in 2022 Victorian Notices to Mariners can be downloaded from the VRCA website www.vrca.vic.gov.au

03.01.2022 Today on International Day of the Seafarer, spare a thought for those who have continued working during the COVID crisis. As our own CEO, Peter Manion points out The crisis has led to difficult working conditions for seafarers, with travel restrictions resulting in many still unsure when they will be return home."

03.01.2022 With restrictions for COVID-19 easing across the state, it's easy to become complacent about the things we need to be careful about. Remember, it's not over yet and if you experience any of these symptoms, you need to get tested.