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30th July

Edgar Dam (Lake Pedder) Upgrades

The Edgar Dam strengthening project will now commence in January 2025 with completion anticipated mid-2026. The nature of the works will require the Edgar Dam boat ramp and campground to be closed. The boat ramp at Scott’s Peak Dam will operate as normal. Please be aware there will also be increased heavy vehicle traffic along…

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23rd July

Denison Canal – Fender Replacement

Fender and Waler replacement works at Denison Canal will begin on Monday, 5 August 2024 and are expected to be completed by mid-October.  Hours of operation will be Monday to Friday, 0830 to 1630 hours. During these works, mariners wanting to use the canal will need to book into one of three daily scheduled openings.…

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21st March

Proposed New Bridport Pier

Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST), on behalf of the State Government and with the assistance of the Dorset Council, is assessing options and undertaking stakeholder engagement to identify the preferred location for a new Pier in Bridport. The Government’s election commitment is to provide Bridport with a recreational Pier that can be used by the…

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Latest Notices to Mariners

M397-24 River Derwent, New Norfolk – Wakeboard Event

Advice

M397-24 River Derwent, New Norfolk – Wakeboard Event Mariners are advised that a wakeboard coaching event will be held on the River Derwent on Sunday, 24 November. The event will be held from the northwest of the boat ramp in front of the Nomads Ski Club. Only the designated ski zone will be used. Mariners…

  • River Derwent, New Norfolk
  • Published on 24 Nov 2024

M396-24 Lake Trevallyn – Wakeboard Event

Advice

M396-24 Lake Trevallyn – Wakeboard Event Mariners are advised that a wakeboard coaching event will be held in the vicinity of the Northern Aquatic Club at Lake Trevallyn on Saturday, 23 November 2024. Only the designated ski zone will be used. Mariners should avoid interfering with the event. Contact for competition organiser– 0419  012  914.

  • Lake Trevallyn
  • Published on 23 Nov 2024

M399-24 River Derwent – Floating Log – South of Tasman Bridge

Advice

M399-24 River Derwent – Floating Log – South of Tasman Bridge Mariners are advised that a log is reported floating on the southern side of the Tasman Bridge, closer to the western shore, and drifting south. Mariners should navigate with caution.

  • River Derwent
  • Published on 21 Nov 2024

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