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29th June

Craigbourne Dam Reopening – Tuesday 30 June

Great news! Craigbourne Dam will reopen for recreational access from Tuesday, 30 June, following the lifting of the blue-green algae closure. Tasmanian Irrigation has let us know that recent testing shows the algae is non-toxic, with no harmful toxins detected, and levels are continuing to drop as the weather cools. Visible scum has mostly cleared,…

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23rd June

MAST Strategic Plan 2026-2029

Centred on MAST’s vision to make Tasmanian waterways safe and enjoyable for all users, the plan focuses on six key strategic pillars: safety, stewardship, people, partnerships, innovation, and infrastructure. The Plan responds to changing technology, community needs, and operating conditions, ensuring MAST remains proactive, efficient, and future-focused. Read the MAST Strategic Plan 2026-2029

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23rd June

Infrastructure improvements – Prosser River entrance

Residents and visitors may notice construction activity near the river entrance and Millington’s Beach. Expected timeframeCommencing in late June, works are expected to be completed by late July 2026.   During weekdays, the river entrance will be impassable between 0730 and 1800 hours until the works are complete. What improvements are being undertaken – Using…

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Latest Notices to Mariners

M250-26(T) River Tamar – Inspection Head Red AtoN – Barge on Anchors

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M250-26(T) River Tamar – Inspection Head Red AtoN – Barge on Anchors Mariners are advised that the barge TB Massif will be positioned at the Inspection Head Red AtoN from Monday, 6 July to Tuesday, 7 July 2026. TB Massif will be held in position using anchors and winch wires in accordance with the attached…

  • River Tamar
  • Published on 6 Jul 2026

M249-26(T) River Tamar – Deviot Pontoon – Piling Works

Notice

M249-26(T) River Tamar – Deviot Pontoon – Piling Works Mariners are advised that piling works at Deviot Pontoon are now complete. The barge TB Massif will remain in position on anchors off Deviot Pontoon until Monday, 6 July 2026, due to poor weather conditions. During this time, TB Massif will remain secured by anchors and…

  • River Tamar
  • Published on 2 Jul 2026

M248-26 Port of Devonport – Berth 3 East – Fender Modification Works

Notice

M248-26 Port of Devonport – Berth 3 East – Fender Modification Works Mariners are advised that fender modification works on the existing cone fenders at the Port of Devonport, Berth 3 East, have been extended until Friday, 31 July 2026. Works will be undertaken between 0700 and 1700 hours. The work crew will maintain a…

  • Port of Devonport
  • Published on 2 Jul 2026

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