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View navigational warnings, event notices and Temporary Notices To Mariners for the Peel region.
Warning: Navigation Hazard, Murrary River
Mariners are advised a large tree has been reported to have fallen over in the upper Murray River.
The tree is blocking a large majority of the navigable channel.
Please exercise caution when transiting through this area.
The tree is blocking a large majority of the navigable channel.
Please exercise caution when transiting through this area.
Location: -32:36.604'S 115: 52.394'E
Start date:
13/09/2024
Issued:
13/09/2024
Notice number: 6179
Advice: Bridge Construction Works – Mandurah Estuary Bridge
Mariners are advised that on water construction works to duplicate the Mandurah Estuary Bridge (Mandurah Road) will commence from 1 August 2024 until late 2024.
From both the east and west banks of the Mandurah Estuary, works will be conducted upon floating access pontoons that will extend from the waters edge to the existing marked navigation channel. A 49m long barge will be used for pilling work and construction of the bridge spans.
Construction works will not impede navigational traffic through the marked navigation channel, and it will be maintained for vessel passing upstream and downstream of the bridge however, on occasion the channel width may be reduced to approximately 25m.
Signs and temporary navigational aids will assist mariners to enter and exit the central channel.
The works barge is restricted in its ability to manoeuvre and will be anchored in position once operational, this barge may move from time to time however anchor lines will be marked by yellow lit buoys and the barge will display lights and shapes in accordance with the Prevention of Collisions at Sea Regulations 1983 at all times.
Additionally smaller barges, spotter and work vessels will also be operating within the construction zone for the bridge and fishing platform construction. Operators will monitor VHF Channel 16.
Mariners are advised to navigate with caution when transiting under the Mandurah Estuary Bridge during the above operations.
For further information please contact Nick Collins on 0417 176 420 or see – Mandurah Estuary Bridge Duplication (mainroads.wa.gov.au)
From both the east and west banks of the Mandurah Estuary, works will be conducted upon floating access pontoons that will extend from the waters edge to the existing marked navigation channel. A 49m long barge will be used for pilling work and construction of the bridge spans.
Construction works will not impede navigational traffic through the marked navigation channel, and it will be maintained for vessel passing upstream and downstream of the bridge however, on occasion the channel width may be reduced to approximately 25m.
Signs and temporary navigational aids will assist mariners to enter and exit the central channel.
The works barge is restricted in its ability to manoeuvre and will be anchored in position once operational, this barge may move from time to time however anchor lines will be marked by yellow lit buoys and the barge will display lights and shapes in accordance with the Prevention of Collisions at Sea Regulations 1983 at all times.
Additionally smaller barges, spotter and work vessels will also be operating within the construction zone for the bridge and fishing platform construction. Operators will monitor VHF Channel 16.
Mariners are advised to navigate with caution when transiting under the Mandurah Estuary Bridge during the above operations.
For further information please contact Nick Collins on 0417 176 420 or see – Mandurah Estuary Bridge Duplication (mainroads.wa.gov.au)
Chart reference: WA848 - Peel Inlet and Harvey Estuary
Location: -32: 32.95349'S 115: 43.05369'E
Start date:
01/08/2024
End date:
01/12/2025
Issued:
23/07/2024
Notice number: 6134
Warning: Hazard - Submerged Concrete Block - Batavia Quays Mandurah
Mariners are advised that a submerged concrete block has been reported to be in Batavia Quays Mandurah at the below location.
The block is reported to be approximately 300mm in height from the riverbed reducing charted water depths. A temporary Isolated Danger mark equipped with a flashing light has been deployed.
Mariners are reminded to be aware of underwater hazards during times of low tides when navigating in the Peel region.
The block is reported to be approximately 300mm in height from the riverbed reducing charted water depths. A temporary Isolated Danger mark equipped with a flashing light has been deployed.
Mariners are reminded to be aware of underwater hazards during times of low tides when navigating in the Peel region.
Chart reference: WA848 - Peel Inlet and Harvey Estuary
Location: - 32: 35.24080'S 115: 46.68896'E
Start date:
30/01/2024
Notice number: 5981
Warning: Submerged Canoe - Serpentine River - Jetty 0235 - Bircham Street
A Canoe has become submerged adjacent to jetty 0235 in the Serpentine River. The Canoe is approximately 12 foot and may present as a hazard to navigation.
Mariners are advised to navigate with caution and keep a safe distance from jetties.
Mariners are advised to navigate with caution and keep a safe distance from jetties.
Chart reference: WA848 - Peel Inlet and Harvey Estuary
Location: -32: 32.9697'S 115: 45.8049'E
Start date:
15/12/2023
Issued:
15/12/2023
Notice number: 5922
Advice: Deployment of Directional Wave Rider Buoy – Offshore Mandurah
A directional wave buoy (DWRB) has been deployed approximately 8 nautical miles northwest of Mandurah at the location below. The DWRB is yellow in colour, approximately 700mm in diameter, and equipped with a 2m whip antenna and flashing yellow light.
Flash rate: Fl (5) Y 20s
Mariners are requested to maintain a minimum distance of 100 meters from the DWRB, including any associated fishing equipment at all times so as to not interfere with or damage the DWRB.
Flash rate: Fl (5) Y 20s
Mariners are requested to maintain a minimum distance of 100 meters from the DWRB, including any associated fishing equipment at all times so as to not interfere with or damage the DWRB.
Chart reference: WA913 - Cape Peron to Dawesville
Location: -32: 27.1020'S 115: 34.2590'E
Issued:
26/09/2023
Notice number: 5818
Warning: Lake Brockman (Logue Brook Dam) Water Ski Area Hazards
Mariners are reminded of potential hazards to vessels and water-skiers within Lake Brockman in the form of tree stumps, logs and shallow sand banks.
It is a requirement to stay at least 50 metres from shore at all times while water skiing unless taking off or landing a skier.
Mariners are asked to use caution and observe the skiing rules within this waterway.
It is a requirement to stay at least 50 metres from shore at all times while water skiing unless taking off or landing a skier.
Mariners are asked to use caution and observe the skiing rules within this waterway.
Location: -33: 0.019'S 115: 58.233'E
Start date:
13/04/2023
Issued:
13/04/2023
Notice number: 5647
Warning: Navigational Hazard - Mandurah Estuary – Entrance to Soldiers Cove
A broken pole has been reported within waters of Soldiers Cove, Mandurah approximately 50 metres from the shore adjacent to Winjan Place, Dudley Park. A white flashing light has also been reported in the same location.
Mariners are advised to navigate with caution when transiting the area.
Mariners are advised to navigate with caution when transiting the area.
Chart reference: WA848 - Peel Inlet and Harvey Estuary
Location: -32: 32.272'S 115: 43.264'E
Start date:
05/04/2023
Issued:
05/04/2023
Notice number: 5633
Warning: Submerged rocks, Waroona Dam
Southeast sector of Waroona Dam/Lake Navarino, east of the camp ground
Mariners are advised that submerged rocks have been reported near the shore in the southeast sector of Waroona Dam/Lake Navarino, to the east of the camp ground in the vicinity of the following coordinate: Location: 32° 51.042'S, 115° 59.990'E
Mariners are advised that submerged rocks have been reported near the shore in the southeast sector of Waroona Dam/Lake Navarino, to the east of the camp ground in the vicinity of the following coordinate: Location: 32° 51.042'S, 115° 59.990'E
Location: -32: 51.042'S 115: 59.990'E
Start date:
25/06/2019
Issued:
25/06/2019
Warning: Shallowing around Port Marker adjacent to Novara Boat Ramp
It has been reported that shallowing has occurred around the port marker adjacent to the Novara boat ramp.
Mariners are advised to navigate with caution in the area
Mariners are advised to navigate with caution in the area
Chart reference: WA848 - Peel Inlet and Harvey Estuary
Location: -32: 34.394'S 115: 40.485'E
Start date:
05/03/2020
Issued:
05/03/2020