Victorian Notice to Mariners

The following Notice to Mariners is published for general information.

26 February 2026 Australia – Victoria

26 February 2026

No. 130(T)-2026

Local Port of Port Phillip

Williamstown

Swim Event

Date:

Sunday 1 March 2026 between 0700hrs and 1400hrs

Details:

Mariners are advised of the Williamstown Open Water (WOW) swim event during the times nominated above. A Set Aside will exist around the competition area, which is bounded by the following approximate locations (WGS84): 1. 3. 5. 37° 52.09'S 144° 53.50'E 37° 52.33'S 144° 52.96'E 37° 52.19'S 144° 53.43'E 2. 4. 6. 37° 52.33'S 144° 53.56'E 37° 52.17'S 144° 53.06'E 37° 52.09'S 144° 53.43'E The event course will be delineated by marker buoys and patrolled by event marshals.

Mariners are advised to navigate with caution in the vicinity of the event and observe signs and directions from event officials.

Relevant Law:

The set aside has been established under the Port Management (Local Ports) Regulations 2025. Entry is prohibited to all persons excluding the event participants and Parks Victoria officers.

Charts & Publications Affected:

AUS143, AUS155, AU5MEL01, AU438144.

Further Notice:

This Notice is self-cancelling. No further Notice will be issued.

Attachments:

130(T)-26 Williamstown - Swim Event (182KB)

If you require any further information, please contact the Event organiser on 0421 381 169.

David Ritman

Planning and Coordination Manager

Maritime and Waterways Operations

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