Annual moorings and berths
Port Phillip and Western Port are operational local ports that serve port needs for users across the state. Parks Victoria is the local port manager of these areas and issue permits for moorings and berths within Port Phillip and Western Port. Permits are renewed every 12 months, conditional on compliance with the terms and conditions of the permit.
- Mooring or berthing annual permit (sample) (PDF)
- Mooring or berthing commercial annual permit (sample) (PDF)
- Mooring or berthing annual permit with tender rack storage (sample) (PDF)
For more information about mooring permits, read our Mooring permit information sheet (PDF).

Waiting lists
Waiting Lists exist for any mooring ground or berthing area where sites are not immediately available.

Mooring tackle inspections
All mooring tackle must be inspected by an Authorised Mooring Contractor every 12 months.

Authorised mooring contractors
Mooring tackle contractors must be authorised by Parks Victoria under the Port Management (Local Ports) Regulations 2015.

Fees and invoicing
There are various fees and charges that apply when applying, transferring and maintaining a permit.

Standard identification buoys
Standard Identification Buoys are required in the below mooring grounds in Port Phillip and Western Port and must be fitted as part of the mooring tackle.

Change of vessel nominated on a permit
A permit is issued for a single nominated vessel of which the permit holder must be the sole owner or equal/majority shareholder of this vessel.

Alterations to mooring design or location
An application must be submitted for approval when a permit holder wants to relocate their mooring tackle or to substantially alter the design of their mooring tackle in a way that will affect the current mooring swing pattern.

Relinquishing a permit
To relinquish your permit, a notification form must be completed and submitted for approval.

Mooring site issue resolution
What to do if you are experiencing an issue with your mooring site.