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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…

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…

Infrastructure improvement – Swan Bay pontoon, Great Lake

Over the years, MAST has received feedback from boaters that the ‘step up’ onto the pontoon at Swan Bay was difficult and potentially unsafe. In response, MAST has designed and installed a prototype transition ramp at Swan Bay. To help determine whether this design improves the usability and safety of the pontoon, MAST encourages users…

MAST AGFEST Boat Show 2026

And that’s a wrap! Thanks to everyone who visited the MAST site at AGFEST 2026! It was great to chat with so many people about boating safety in Tasmania. A big thank you to our BoatSafe partners who exhibited at this year’s AGFEST, and each of them helped to make the 2026 MAST AGFEST Boat…

Infrastructure improvements – Sisters Beach

*Updated 24 April 2026* On-site works have now commenced at Sisters Beach boat ramp. The old jetty has been demolished, and work has commenced on building the new structure. What does this mean for the facility? While this phase of the project is being undertaken, it is necessary to close this facility. Once the demolition…

Easter on the water: Be prepared, Be safe, Be boatwise

Recently, Storm Eastley, MAST’s Senior Recreational Boating Safety Officer, wrote the following article to help Tasmanian boaters stay safe over Easter. As Easter approaches, we are all looking forward to a break, organising get-togethers, and, for many, planning time on the water. But increased activity on our waterways increases the risk of accidents. At peak…

Facilities update – Lake Crescent Boat Ramp

The new timber walkway at the Lake Crescent boat ramp is now complete, making access to the lake easier and safer. This upgrade improves: • Access to the water.• Vessel launching and retrieval.• Safety for all users. Well-maintained facilities help everyone enjoy their time on the water and thank you all for your patience while…

Temporary closure – Domain boat ramp

As part of improvement works being undertaken by TasWater, the Domain boat ramp is temporarily closed. If you have any questions about this project, please contact TasWater directly. Selfs Point Sewer Transformation Project | Your Say For information about nearby facilities, head to the Facilities page on our website. MAST Facilities page.

Boomer Bay boat ramp and jetty – Works have now been completed

The scheduled improvement works to the Boomer Bay boat ramp and jetty have now been completed. MAST thanks users of this facility for your understanding and patience while works were being undertaken. *The below information no longer applies. The Boomer Bay boat ramp and jetty will need to be closed for the duration of planned…

Old Cygnet Jetty – Permanent closure

Please be advised that Cygnet Jetty (old) will be permanently closed to the public effective 1 December 2025. Following a comprehensive engineering assessment, it was determined that replacing the aging structure with a new, state-of-the-art facility to the South would deliver better outcomes. Accordingly, the existing facility will be decommissioned and removed.

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