Victorian Notice to Mariners

The following Notice to Mariners is published for general information.

Melbourne, 25 March 2021 Australia – Victoria

25 March 2021

No. 077(T) - 2021

Local Port of Port Phillip

Geelong

Eastern Beach - Triathlon Event

Date:

Friday 26 March 2021 until Sunday 28 March 2021 2100hrs

Details:

Mariners are advised of a triathlon swim event at Eastern Beach, Geelong during the times nominated above. Mobilisation and set up will begin on Friday 26 March with the main event occurring on Sunday 28 March.

Multiple swim races will occur off the beach in a triangular area bounded by the following approximate locations (WGS84):

1. 38°08.790’S, 144°22.190’E 2. 38°08.370’S, 144°22.275’E

3. 38°08.710’S, 144°22.475’E

An exclusion zone will exist around the competition area during the event, which will be delineated by marker buoys with flashing white lights and patrolled by event marshals.

Mariners are advised to proceed with caution in the vicinity of the events and observe signage and directions from event officials.

Relevant Law:

The exclusion zone has been established under section 208(2) of the Marine Safety Act 2010. Entry is prohibited to all persons excluding the event participants and Parks Victoria officers.

Charts & Publications Affected:

AUS 143, 153, 157.

Further Notice:

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

Attachments:

077(T) - 21 Geelong - Ironman Triathlon Event (313KB)

If you require any further information please contact the event organiser on 0425 733 918

Victor Teoh

Senior Manager Local Ports and Waterways

Marine and Maritime Region

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