Victorian Notice to Mariners

The following Notice to Mariners is published for general information.

Australia – Victoria

8 November 2026

No. 511(T)-2026

Local Port of Port Phillip

Middle Park

Middle Park Beach – Sunken Vessel

Date:

Immediate

Details:

Mariners are advised that a vessel has sunk in the vicinity of Middle Park at approximate location:
37°51.442'S, 144°57.063’E (WGS84).

A pollution response has been activated and booms are in place. Conditions will continue to be monitored.

The vessel will be salvaged as soon as practicable.

Mariners are advised that floating and submerged hazards to navigation may be present and to navigate with caution within the vicinity of the sunken vessel.

Charts & Publications Affected:

AUS143, AUS155, AU5MEL01, AU5SKI01, AU438144

Further Notice:

A further Notice will be issued.

Attachments:

511(T)-26 Middle Park - Sunken Vessel (170KB)

If you require any further information, please contact Parks Victoria on 13 1963.

Dave Moore

Chief Maritime Ranger – West Port Phillip

Maritime and Waterways Operations

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