News

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…

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.…

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…

Sullivans Cove Public Marina

For those who use the Sullivans Cove Public Marina, please note that the maximum berthing period is five hours per stay. In certain circumstances, this time limit may be extended with prior approval from MAST. Vessels requiring berthing exceeding five hours will need to scan the QR code located on the marina piles. This will…

Coroners Court of New South Wales

A coroner’s report from NSW has been sent to MAST. It is in relation to the capsize of a cruising boat on the NSW coast near Seal Rocks on Australia Day in January 2020. A recommendation of the coroner was to alert owners of similar Halverson boats around the country due to stability concerns. MAST…

New Legislation – Second Hand Boats

Every day boats are bought and sold in Tasmania and MAST is focused on ensuring that boats on the water are safe and that recreational boaters come home safely. MAST has introduced new legislation to improve the transfer and registration process for recreational vessels. The changes are centered around ensuring the vessel is not unsafe.…

Temporary Closure of Bridgewater Bridge

Bridgewater Bridge Boat Ramp and Jetty

Due to construction works associated with the new Bridgewater Bridge, the Bridgewater boat ramp and jetty will be closed from Monday, 22 August 2022.

Payment Notices and Newsletters by Email

Licence holders, vessel owners and mooring permit holders can now “opt in” to receive future payment notices and MAST newsletters electronically. You can also register to receive important Notices to Mariners safety messages. With the increased cost of postage and longer delivery times, electronic delivery will be more timely, convenient, and will help MAST reduce…