Victorian Notice to Mariners

The following Notice to Mariners is published for general information.

08 January 2026 Australia – Victoria

8 January 2026

No. 012(T) - 2026

Local Port of Port Phillip

Sorrento

Sorrento Bay Swim

Date:

Sunday 11 January 2026 between 1000hrs and 1300hrs.

Details:

Mariners are advised of an open water swim event during the times nominated above. Multiple courses will occur off the beach in the vicinity of Blairgowrie Marina and Sorrento Pier, extending between 100m to 500m offshore between the following approximate locations (WGS84): 1. 38° 21.413'S, 144° 46.317'E 2. 38° 20.232'S, 144° 44.872'E Courses will be delineated by marker buoys, and designated marshal vessels will patrol the event area.

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

Charts & Publications Affected:

AUS143, AU5BGE01, AU5RIP01, AU439144.

Further Notice:

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

Attachments:

012(T)-26 Sorrento - Swim Event (159KB)

If you require any further information, please contact the event organiser on 0418 554 624.

David Ritman

Planning and Coordination Manager

Maritime and Waterways

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