Victorian Notice to Mariners

The following Notice to Mariners is published for general information.

Melbourne, 7 May 2021 Australia – Victoria

7 May 2021

No. 120(T) – 2021

Local Port of Port Phillip

Werribee South

Werribee River Entrance – Maintenance Dredging

Date:

Immediate

Details:

Mariners are advised of maintenance dredging operations occurring at the entrance to Werribee River at approximate location 37°58.500’S, 144°41.319’E (WGS84). Works will also include the removal of sand from around the jetty which will be closed during this time. Dredging works will be carried out by a cutter suction dredge. Dredged material will be deposited on the adjacent beach, north of the River entrance.

On-water plant, equipment and potential hazards to navigation arising from the works will be marked as per IALA standards.

Mariners are reminded to navigate within the designated speed limit and exercise caution within the vicinity of the dredging works.

Charts & Publications Affected:

AUS 143, 155

Further Notice:

A further Notice will be issued.

Attachments:

120(T) - 21 Werribee South - Werribee River Maintenance Dredging (153KB)

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

Victor Teoh

Senior Manager Local Ports and Waterways

Marine and Maritime Region

If you wish to receive Parks Victoria issued Notice to Mariners, please email your details to noticetomariners@parks.vic.gov.au. To view Notices, visit www.parks.vic.gov.au