Victorian Notice to Mariners

The following Notice to Mariners is published for general information.

24 December 2025 Australia - Victoria

24 December 2025

No. 652(T)-2025

Local Port of Western Port

Cowes

Cowes Jetty - Fireworks Display

Date:

Wednesday 31 December 2025 from 1930hrs until 2130hrs.

Details:

Mariners are advised of a fireworks display from Cowes jetty during the times nominated above. A set aside for the fireworks display extends in a radius of 145 metres around the head of Cowes Jetty, at approximate location 38° 26.772’S, 145°14.388’E (WGS84). The set aside area is put in place to ensure public safety in the local port, as per WorkSafe requirements regarding the safety fallout areas for this fireworks display. Mariners are prohibited from entering the set aside area during the date and times nominated above and are advised to navigate with caution within the vicinity of the declared set aside area.

Relevant Law:

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

Charts & Publications Affected:

AUS 151, AUS801, AU439145.

Further Notice:

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

Attachments:

652(T)-25 Cowes - Fireworks Display (200KB)

If you require any further information, please contact the event organiser, Bass Coast Shire Council, on 0403 603 340

Trevor Graham

A/ Manager Infrastructure and Assets

Maritime and Waterways

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