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2nd June

Infrastructure update: Sisters Beach

MAST thanks the residents of Sisters Beach and boaters who use this facility for their patience. What improvements have been made? – Removal of the existing timber jetty that was end of life.– Construction of a new stepped concrete jetty.– The new jetty is accessible at the majority of tides.– Bottom section of boat ramp…

2nd June

Winter checks can get you back on the water safely

Focusing on boat maintenance now means fewer surprises and less unexpected costs when warm weather arrives. Tasmanian waterways during the cooler months are traditionally quieter, with fewer boaters out and about, and many not using their vessels again until the weather warms in spring. Winter is the perfect time to get on top of boating-related maintenance jobs that…

26th May

Emergency situations

Being prepared for emergency situations is about planning every trip in detail before heading out on the water. Here are five essential safety steps all boaters should take to be as safe as possible when at sea. Recently published on Nautilus Marine Insurance’s website, this article by MAST’s Storm Eastley – Senior Recreational Boating Safety…

M222-26 River Derwent, Taroona – Pipeline Work

Advice

M222-26 River Derwent, Taroona – Pipeline Work Mariners are advised that works will be undertaken at the IMAS intake pipeline at Taroona from Wednesday, 11 June to Thursday, 18 June 2026. The works will involve barge and crane operations alongside the pipeline, with diving operations being undertaken adjacent to the barge. The tug vessel Wandanna…

River Derwent, Taroona
Published on 11 Jun 2026

M221-26 Port of Hobart, Macquarie Wharf 2 – Feature Lighting

Advice

M221-26 Port of Hobart, Macquarie Wharf 2 – Feature Lighting Mariners are advised that red feature lighting will be displayed on the bow of the Spirit of Tasmania V while berthed at Macquarie Wharf 2. The lighting will be displayed from 11 to 14 June 2026 and 18 to 21 June 2026, inclusive, between 1600…

Port of Hobart, Macquarie Wharf 2
Published on 11 Jun 2026

M220-26(T) Port Esperance, Stringers Cove – Marine Farm Lease 209 – Navigation Buoys

Notice

M220-26(T) Port Esperance, Stringers Cove – Marine Farm Lease 209 – Navigation Buoys Mariners are advised that the deployment of six navigation buoys at the western end of Stringers Cove, marking the 10-metre contour line, has been extended until Saturday, 13 June 2026. Markers Latitude Longitude Buoy 1 43°20.780’S 147°2.706’E Buoy 2 43°20.777’S 147°2.659’E Buoy…

Port Esperance, Stringers Cove
Published on 10 Jun 2026

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