Victorian Notice to Mariners

The following Notice to Mariners is published for general information.

05 June 2026 Victoria - Australia

5 June 2026

No. 286(T)-2026

Local Port of Port Phillip

Sorrento

Vessel Salvage and Barge Movements

Date:

Friday 5 June to Tuesday 9 June

Details:

Mariners are advised of increased vessel traffic and barge movements to aid in the recovery of a sunken vessel in the vicinity of Sorrento boat ramp.

Approximate location: 38°20.033’S, 144°44.567′E (WGS84).

Once the vessel has been recovered, the barge will transit from the Sorrento boat ramp to commercial port waters.

The salvage will be conducted via barge and work vessels. Any hazards arising from the works will be lit to IALA standards

Mariners are advised to navigate with caution within the vicinity of Sorrento boat ramp and during the salvage operation.

Charts & Publications Affected:

AUS143, AUS144, AU5RIP01

Further Notice:

This Notice is self-cancelling, no further Notice will be issued.

Attachments:

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

Chris Anderson

Moorings and Port Service Operations Manager

Maritime and Waterways Operations

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