Western Port Recreational Boating Guide. - Parks Victoria

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38°25’ 

38º28’47”S 

145º00’48”E 

38º28’59”S 

145º01’10”E 

STONY POINT 

Mgrvs 

FLINDERS 

38°30’ 

SEE INSET 

Exposed at Low Water 

Water between 0m and 2m deep 




Water 15m and above 

Rocks 

R E D H I L L R O A D 

NO PERSONAL 

WATERCRAFT 

Q(4)Y12s 

Mud 

S T O N Y P O I N T R O A D 

Railway 

T R A C K 

Car 

Park 

Q(4)Y12s 

Oc.WRG4s 

5 Knot Zone 

No Boating 

No Personal Water Craft 

No Personal Water Craft or Sailboards 

Access Lane 

Depot 

TANKERTON 

FI.G5s 

Mgrvs 

Restricted Water and limited access 

Marine National Park / Marine Sanctuary 

National Park and Conservation Areas 

145° 05’ 145° 10‘ 

F R A N K S T O N – F L I N D ER S R O A D 

AQUACULTURE 

West Head 

38º29’28”S 

145º00’47”E 

38º29’29”S 

145º01’10”E 

Mushroom Reef 

Marine Sanctuary 

Flinders Rock 

Y 

Y 

F L I N D E R S 

B I G H T 

Q(4)Y12s 

Fl.Y5s 

Q(4)Y12s 

Y Y 

H A S T I N G S P O R T L I M I T 

R 

Jetty 

Mud 

R R 

G 

Q(4)Y12s 

Q(4)Y12s 

ENCLOSED WATERS 

COASTAL WATERS 

Piles 

G 

G 

Honeysuckle 

Point 

38°15’ 

B A L N A R R I N G R O A D 

B I T T E R N – D R O M A N A R O A D 

PT LEO 

B A L N A R R I N G 

BALNARRING 

Palmer Bluff 

Merricks Beach 

Round Island 

Fl.WR7s 

Seal Rocks 

Black Rock 

LIGHTS 

Boat Ramp 

Fuel 

38°20’ 

145° 05’ 145° 10‘ 

B E A C H R D 

F R A N K S T O N – F L I N D E R S R O A D 

Pump out facitity 

Important bird roosting sites – do not disturb R 

Beacon or Conspicuous Mark 

No fishing, netting, spearing, taking or 

killing of marine life. All methods of fishing, 

from the shore or at sea, are prohibited 

Indicates a light structure or a lit beacon 

Iso. Isophase Fl. Flashing 

Oc. Occulating Q. Quick Flashing 

F. Fixed VQ. Very Quick Flashing 

eg. Fl.(2)8s A group of 2 flashes every 8 seconds 

G Green R Red W White Y Yellow Bl Blue 

Mo Morse Code 

C O O L A R T R O A D 

S A N D Y P O I N T R O A D 

L O R D 

YBY 

Q(4)Y10s YB 

BY BYB 

R 

BYB 

G 

YB 

W E S T E R N 

P A R K S V I C T O R I A 

Y Fl.Y4s 

F.Bu 

G 

Y Y 

G 

K I L O M E T R E S 

N A U T I C A L M I L E S 

P A R K S 

V I C T O R I A 

P O R T L I M I T 

W E S T E R N 

BREAKS IN HEAVY WEATHER 

Fairway 

Buoy 

RW Iso.2s 

LEADING LIGHTS 288º00' 

R 

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Jetty 

F.Bu 

Mud 

T E A T R E E P O I N T 



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Fl.(2)R8s 

Point Sambell 

The Nobbies 

Point Grant 

COOLART 

WETLANDS 

AND 

HOMESTEAD 


No.2 

R 

No.1 

G 

Salt 

Marsh 

TA N K E R T O N 

R O A D 

FRENCH 

ISLAND 

No.6 

R No.5 

G 

C A T B A Y 

S O M E R S R D 

SOMERS 

Phelan Bluff 

SEE INSET 

No.8 

R 

No.7 

YBY 

F R A N K S T O N – F L I N D E R S R O A D 

HASTINGS 

McHaffie Reef 

Fl.WRG5s 

McHaffie Point 

BLACK HILL 68m 

S W A N L A K E 

Kitty Miller Bay 

HMAS Cerberus 

Watt Point 

Helen Head 

B A S S 

S T O N Y P O I N T R D 

SEE INSET 

T YA B B – T O O R A D I N R O A D 

MARKS 

Y Y Y 

G 

R 

G 

BY BY YB YB BYB BYB YBY YBY 

North South East West 

BRB 

145° 15’ 

B A X T E R – T O O R A D I N R O A D B A X T E R – T O O R A D IN R O A D 

H A N N S 

D A N D E N O N G – H A S T I N G S R O A D ( W E S T E R N P O R T H W Y ) 

STEEL 

CRIB POINT 

I N L E T 

Restricted 

Area 

Water Tower 

No.12 

R 

STONY 

POINT 

Red Rock Point 

Penguin Rock 

ACCESS LANE 

S a l t w a t e r C r e e k 

YARINGA 

SEE INSET 

R 

Fl(2).R8s 

Fl.R 

G 

No.22 

No.21 

SEE 

INSET 

Fl.R10s 

COWES 

P H I L L I P I S L A N D 

Redcliff Head 

Chimney 

SANDSTONE IS. 

P A S S A G E 

Berry Beach 

ex-HMAS Otama 

(submarine) 

Sandy Point 

P H I L L I P I S L A N D R D 

RICHARDSON HILL 68m 

Pyramid Rock 

38º14’50”S 

145º14’55”E 

N O R T H 

Ld’g LIGHTS 

320º39' 

H A S T I N G S 


INDUSTRY 

WHARVES 

NO 

BOATING 


Long Is. 

WESTERN PORT 

Point 

MARINA 

R 

B I G H T 

G 

No.35 

G 

No.33 Fl(2)Y.5s 

G 

No.32 

F.R R 

Fl.Y3s 

No.31 

F.R G 

F.R 

G 

Fl.Y4s 

No.30 

No.29 

No.11 

G 

Fl.G 

Q.R 

Fl.5s 

NO 

BOATING 

F.Bu 

F.Bu 

F 

No.14 

R 

No.13 

BY 

Fl.R2s 

G 

No.28 No.27 

R G Fl.Y4s 

No.26 No.25 

F.R R G 

No.18 

R R 

R 

G 

G No.23 

No.24 Fl(4)Y.6s 

R 

Radio Tower 

Cunningham Bay 

145° 15’ 

Special 

Port hand – even numbers 

Starboard hand – odd numbers 

Isolated Danger (Black and Red) 

Cardinal – Pile or Pillar Buoy 

(Yellow and Black) with 

appropriate black top mark 

Marine National Park boundary markers (land) 

Access Lane 

Ld’g LIGHTS 

288º00' 

No.19 

No.20 

Fl.G R YBY 

No.16 

No.15 

R G 

A R M 

No.17 

YBY 

VQ(9)10s 

YBY 

W A T S O N 

Yaringa 

Marine National Park 

R 

R 

R 

C H A N N E L 

R R 

Middle 

Spit 

M I D D L E 

G 

R 

S P I T 

W AT S O N 

F.Bu 

SEE INSET 

SHIPPING 

ANCHORAGE 

Sunderland 

Bluff 

I N L E T 

C H A N N E L 

Tortoise Head 


ACCESS LANE 

G 

YB 

Q(6)Fl.15s 

Fl.G8s 

R 

R H Y L L – N E W H AV E N R O A D 

Sunderland Bay 

QUAIL ISLAND 

S W A N C O R N E R 

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River Point 

R E D B I L L 

SEE INSET 

CANNONS 

38º12’47”S 

145º18’10”E CREEK 

SEE INSET 

FAIRHAVEN 

TANKERTON 

Tortoise Head 

Bank 

S T R A I T 

C R E E K 

R U T H E R F O R D 

I N L E T 

38º17’00”S 

145º18’30”E 

RHYLL 

38º29’09”S 

145º18’20”E 

Chinaman Is. 

B L A K E S C H A N N E L 

P A R K S 


Observation Point 

Fl.G5s 

SEE INSET 

Long Point 

P H I L L I P I S L A N D R O A D 

145° 20’ 

WARNEET 

Adams Point 

G E N T L E 

Fl.R3s 

R 

G 

SEE INSET 

Eagle Rock 

B A G G E 

Fl.G5s 

YBY 

Fl.(2)10s 

H A R B O U R 

R 

R 

Crawfish Rock 

YBY 

Fl.WRG8s 38º16’24”S 

P A R K S 


G 

BY 

145º18’45”E 

Y 

G Barralliar Is. 

Scrub Point NO LANDING 

G 

R 

Y 

Q.G 

Y 

Y 

R 

G 

G 

R 

THE PINNACLES 66m 

Fl.R10s 

The Colonnades 

SEE INSET 

145° 20’ 

S O U T H G I P P S L A N D H W Y S O U T H G I P P S L A N D H W Y 

F R E N C H 

38º29’37”S 

145º20’16”E 

CHURCHILL IS. 

NEWHAVEN 

SEE INSET 

Fl.10s 

I S L A N D 

F R E N C H I S L A N D 

Peck Point 

BY 

Churchill Island 


T O O R A D I N 

C H I C O R Y L A N E 

Y 

R 

R 

Woolamai Waters 

Manuka Point 

Woolamai Beach 

G 

G 

➤ 

Ram Island 

B L I N D B I G H T 

A N N I E 

R 

TO CRANBOURNE 

Y 

C H A N N E L 

R 

Joes Island 

YBY BYB 

YBY 

MT WELLINGTON 98m 

F.Bl 

F.Bl 

R 

R 

G 

I R I S H 

French Island 


HARROP HILL 98m 

McLeod 

Point 

Red Point 

C H A N N E L 

R 

G 

R R 

G YBY 

C H A R I N G 

Charing 

BRB Cross 

Island 

Fl.G2s 

Q.G 

Nº2 

Fl.R3s 

C H A N N E L 

S A W T E L L S I N L E T 

J A C K 

38º17’33”S 

145º22’06”E 

Y 

R 

R 

R 

P O S T O F F I C E 

Y 

Fl.2s 

ELIZABETH IS. 

R 

E A S T 

R 

C R O S S 

F.G 

Davis Point 

Cape Woolamai 

C O C K YA N E S 

TOORADIN 

SEE INSET 

SAN REMO 

Griffith Point 

I N S I D E 

C H A N N E L 

LYA L L S 

38º17’07”S 

145º23’12”E 

G Y 

Maggie Shoal 

145° 25’ 

Pelican Point 

N A T I O N A L 

Schnapper 

Rock 

YB 

Iso.G2s 

Pelican Island 

SettlementPoint 

Elizabeth Bluff 

P O R T 

E A S T E R N E N T R A N C E 

P A R K S 



R 

R YBY 

Fl.G10s 

Loelia Shoal 

BYB 

YBY 

R 

R 

Fl.G8s 

R 

Fl.R10s 

ENCLOSED WATERS 

COASTAL WATERS 

B O U C H I E R 

French Island 


YBY 

YBY 

T H E D U C K S P L A S H 

R 

Reef Island 

Punch Bowl 

L E A D I N G L I G H T S 3 0 6 º 0 4 ' 

B O U LT O N 

38º16’46”S 

145º25’10”E 

Y 

C H A N N E L 

R 

A R M 

Fl.R5s 

C O R O N E T B A Y 

145° 25’ 

C H A N N E L 

H O R S E S H O E 

BRB 

F.G 

C A R D I N I A C R E E K 

T H E I N L E T S 

P A R K 

R 

McLEODS 

CORINELLA 

Cobb Bluff 

M O O D Y ’ S I N L E T 

C H A N N E L 

C H A N N E L 

C H A N N E L 

38º17’34”S 

145º27’15”E 

R 

G U Y S 

C H A N N E L 

38º18’24”S 

145º27’12”E 

B A S S 

Palmer Point 

Freeman Point 

270 280 290 300 310 320 330 340 350 

250 

R I V E R 

ANDERSON HILL 155m 

260 

Y 

YBY 

240 

H E A L S V I L L E – 

SEE INSET 

Blue Gum Point 

B A S S H W Y B A S S H W Y 

Black Head 

B U N Y I P R I V E R 

230 

COOLART WETLANDS 

AND HOMESTEAD 

R 

220 

K O O W E E R U P R O A D 

145° 30’ 

TO KOO WEE RUP NORTH ➤ 

KOO WEE RUP 

210 

Y 

200 

Y A L L O C K C R E E K 

Spit Point 

Tenby Point 

190 

QUEENSFERRY 

MAGNETIC NORTH 11º30'E 2009 (1'E) 

KILCUNDA 

B A S S H W Y 

145° 30’ 

Tower 

L A N G L A N G R I V E R 

Bluff Point 

Stockyard Point 

P O W L E T T R I V E R 

38°15’ 

LANG LANG 

B A S S H W Y 

38°20’ 

GRANTVILLE 

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 

TRUE NORTH 

180 

Y 

170 160 150 140 130 120 110 100 

38°25’ 

38°30’ 

TO WONTHAGGI ➤ 

BALNARRING SOMERS 

Groynes 

Yacht Club 

L E A D I N G L I N E 0 6 7 º 

R 

Q(4)Y.10s 

BY 

YB 

Merricks Merricks Creek Creek 

L E A D I N G L I N E 3 2 7 º 3 0 ’ 

BYB 

YBY 

YB 

G 

Groynes 

BYB 

Yacht 

Club 



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NEWHAVEN 

C L E E L A N D S T R E E T 

C O W E S – S A N R E M O R D 

Sand 

M A R I N E P D E 

H E R R I N G S T 

S K I N N E R S T 

W O O L A M A I 

HASTINGS 

Marina 

Centre 

M U L L E T S T 

Rock 

Yacht 

Club 

Jetty 

F O R R E S T S T R E E T 

A N D E R S O N S T R E E T 

B E A C H C R E S C E N T 

Mud 

R 

Mud 

Breakwater 

M A R I N A 

W E S T E R N P O R T 

M A R I N A 

OC.5s 

S E AV I E W S T R E E T 

Q 

Suspended Transmission Cables 

R 

Mud 

CAUTION – NARROWS BETWEEN NEWHAVEN AND SAN REMO 

Boaters beware an 18-metre high headway under overhead power cables, and 12-metre headway 

under the bridge between San Remo and Newhaven prevents the passage of boats unless masts 

can be unstepped. 

Strong tidal flow reaching up to 6 knots exists at the narrows between Newhaven and San Remo. 

Because of the large rise and fall in tide on Western Port, it is advised boat operators remain in 

defined channels as boats have been stranded on mud flats for upwards of eight hours. 

F.R 

Marina 

Services 

G 

Y 

Y 

Report illegal fishing 

call 13 FISH (☎13 3474) 

B E A C H 

Helpful information includes: 

♦ Time and date 

of activity 

♦ Place 

♦ Number of 

people involved 

P H I L L I P ISLAND R O A D 

WOOLAMAI 

WATERS 

F.Bl 

H O M E S T E A D P O I N T 

Short-term 

public access 

moorings 

R O A D 

F.Bl 

Sand 

S T A T E 

Surf Lifesaving 

Club 

♦ Vehicle/boat 

registration 

♦ Activity 

♦ Equipment 

Information provided will assist in planning 

patrols and enforcement operations when no 

immediate field response is possible. 



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G 

R 

BYB 

G 

M A N U K A P O I N T 

Q.G 

Q.R 

Mooring 

Piles 

Fl.G2s 

C L E E L A N D 

F A U N A L 

B I G H T 

Fl.R3s 

F.G 

Jetty 

Q.G 

R 

B L A C K R E E F 

BRB 

BY 

R 

Fl(2)5s 

Turbine 

Bridge 

Jetty 

G 

Sand 

CAUTION – NARROWS BETWEEN NEWHAVEN AND SAN REMO 

Boaters beware an 18-metre high headway under overhead power cables, and 12-metre headway 

under the bridge between San Remo and Newhaven prevents the passage of boats unless masts 

can be unstepped. 

Strong tidal flow reaching up to 6 knots exists at the narrows between Newhaven and San Remo. 

Because of the large rise and fall in tide on Western Port, it is advised boat operators remain in 

defined channels as boats have been stranded on mud flats for upwards of eight hours. 

M A R I N E 

W O O L A M A I G R O V E 

FI.R6s 

G 

Mud 

YBY 

Mud 

G 


3 0 7 . 4 º 

N A R R O W S 

FI.G3s 


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T H E N A R R O W S 

M I D D L E 

S A N D 

Trmn Lines 

R 

Bridge 

F.G 

Mud 

and 

Rocks 

PA R A D E 

H A Z E LW O O D G R O V E 

B E R G I N G R O V E 

R 

V.Q 

BY 

R 

Pier 

R 

Y 

R 


R 

R 

G 

D A V I S P O I N T 

Slipway 

Y 

R 

R 

G 

FI.G3s 

SAN REMO 

Sand 

E A S T E R N E N T R A N C E 

L E A D I N G L I G H T S 306º04' 

G R I F F I T H P O I N T 

G 

Q.R 

B A C K B E A C H R O A D 

CAPE WOOLAMAI 

Fl.G8s 

G 

Mud 

G 

G 



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SAN REMO 

H U M B U G R E A C H 

YBY 

V.Q(9)10s 

G 

Q.R 

S A N D S T O N E 

I S L A N D 

B A C K B E A C H R O A D 

Q.G 

Rocks 

Mud 

and 

Rocks 

T O U R I S T R O A D 

BB LL II NN D D LL EE AA DD 

R 


C H A N N E L 

FRENCH ISLAND 

Mud 

Point Leuschnault 

Barge Landing 

S T O C K Y A R D 

P O I N T 

Mud 



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B I G H T 

E A S T 

YARINGA 

K ATA N D R A R D 

YA R I N G A R D 

Mangroves 

R 

YB 

B U N G O W E R R O A D 

L U M E A H R D 



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Mangroves 

R 

FI.R2s 

S C H N A P P E R 

R O C K S 

Mud 

Iso.G2s 

P E L I C A N 

I S L A N D 

Mangroves 

L O N G I S L A N D P O I N T 

L I Q U I D S P I E R 

L O N G 

I S L A N D 

P O I N T 

Entrance Beacon 

FI.5s 

( P R I V A T E ) 

Y A R I N G A B O A T H A R B O U R 

F.R 

A R M 

G 

G 

S E T T L E M E N T 

P O I N T 

R R 

Y A R I N G A C H A N N E L 

Mud 

FI.R3s 

R 

FI.R5s 

Fl.Y4s 

Mud 

CORINELLA 

G 

G 

R 

G 

R 

Mud 

Fl.Y4s 

F.G 

Jetty 

Mud 

W A T S O N 

Y 

Yaringa 

Marine 

National 

Park 

I N L E T 

F.R 

F.R 

N O R T H A R M 

F.G 

F.G 

RHYLL 

J A N S S O N S T R E E T 

WA R L E Y AV E N U E 

L O C H R O A D 

Jetty 

Rock 

B E A C H C R E S C E N T 

Car 

Park 

COWES 

T H O M P S O N AV E N U E 

Jetty 

Fl.R10s E R E H W O N 

P O I N T 

T H E E S P L A N A D E 

B A S S AV E N U E 

NO BOATING 

Sand 

C H A P E L S T R E E T 

Slip 

Fl.G5s 

Sand 

Careening Piles 

K I L O M E T R E S 0.4 


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Yacht 

Club 

Mud 

G 



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R 

Jetty 

Oc.WRG4s 

MARIne nATIOnAL PARK COORdInATeS 

0.2 

FLINDERS 

F I N D L E Y S T R E E T 

G 

Mud 

Yacht Club 

Latitude and Longitude values are based on WGS84. 

GPS users note that co-ordinates for boundaries are 

given in the format degrees:minutes:seconds. Alternate 

formates are available on www.parks.vic.gov.au, by 

calling 13 1963, or from Parks Victoria Offices. Location 

of reefs are for illustrative purposes only and may not 

indicate true position. 

nOTe: THIS IS nOT A nAVIgATIOn CHART 

This map is not for navigation use. Navigation aids are 

shown for information only. For navigation of Western 

Port, Charts AUS 150, AUS 151 and AUS 152 should be 

consulted. Notices to Mariners issued by Parks Victoria 

are published on www.parks.vic.gov.au 

0.2 

Fl.R10s 

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WESTERN 

PORT 

recreational boating 

5TH EDITION, JUNE 2011 

GUIDE 

0.2

Western Port is a treasure trove full of 

wonderful marine life and plenty of 

opportunities to explore. There’s a lot to 

see and do both on and under the water 

including watching wildlife, fishing, boating, 

kite boarding, diving, swimming or taking 

a stroll along a pier. 

Encounter dolphins and seals in their 

natural habitat 

As you travel across the bay, be on the lookout for dolphins or 

seals. Dolphins tend to be seen more often at the southern end of 

Western Port while seals can be seen soaking up the sun at Seal 

Rocks. Remember to keep a safe distance from wildlife at all times. 

Explore amazing underwater marine life 

Western Port is home to three Marine National Parks which host 

diverse marine life not seen anywhere else in the world and provide 

a variety of snorkelling and diving opportunities. See Marine 

National Parks section in alphabetical listing for further details. 

Hook a fishing adventure 

One of the most popular activities in Western Port is fishing. 

Anglers are lured by the thrill of the chase and catch a range of 

fish including flathead, snapper, squid, leatherjacket, gummy 

shark, salmon or King George whiting. 

Watch Western Port’s international visitors 

Bird watching is a popular and rewarding pastime and Western 

Port provides excellent opportunities for observing a great variety 

of waterbirds. Of particular note are the flocks of migratory 

waders that use Western Port as a rich feeding area prior to 

their departure for breeding grounds within the Arctic Circle. 

Significant populations of species such as the Eastern Curlew, 

Whimbrel and Bar-tailed Godwit make their home in Western Port 

between September and April each year. 

Licensed tour operators 

Take the easy approach to organising your great bay adventures 

by booking a tour, dive or fishing trip with one of Parks 

Victoria’s licensed tour operators. For more information contact 

Parks Victoria. 

explore 

western port 

western port 

Western Port directory 

EMERGENCY 000 or 27MHz – Ch 88 or VHF – Ch 16 

Australian Hydrographic Service 02 4223 6500 

www.hydro.gov.au 

Australian Volunteer Coast Guard 9598 9092 

www.coastguard.com.au 

Bureau of Meteorology 9669 4000 

www.bom.gov.au 

Dept. of Primary Industries 136 186 

www.dpi.vic.gov.au 

Dept. of Sustainability & Environment 136 186 

www.dse.vic.gov.au 

Environment Protection Authority 9695 2722 

www.epa.vic.gov.au 

Fisheries Victoria 136 186 

Report Illegal Fishing 13 FISH (13 3474) 

www.dpi.vic.gov.au/fishing 

Government Information Centre 1300 366 356 

www.vic.gov.au 

Heritage Victoria 8644 8800 

www.heritage.vic.gov.au 

Parks Victoria 13 1963 

www.parks.vic.gov.au 

Port of Hastings www.portofhastings.vic.gov.au 

Port of Melbourne Corporation 1300 857 662 

www.portofmelbourne.com 

Transport Safety Victoria 1800 223 022 

www.transportsafety.vic.gov.au 

Victorian Regional Channels Authority 5225 3500 

www.regionalchannels.vic.gov.au 

Victorian Water Police 9399 7500 

Western Port Marina 5979 7400 

www.westernportmarina.com.au 

Yaringa Marina 5977 4154 

www.yaringa.com.au 

boating and swimming 

zone review 

As the Port Manager for Port Phillip and Western Port, Parks 

Victoria has conducted a thorough review of all zones across the 

bays to ensure optimum safety and efficiency for all users of our 

bays. This review has been conducted with extensive consultation 

of community groups and individuals and relevant organisations 

who have an interest in recreational activity on the bays. Revisions 

to the zones will be phased in over several years using improved 

aids to navigation and clearer signage. For the latest information 

on the Recreational Boating and Swimming Zone Review visit 


1. The majestic Australian Pelican is easy to 

spot in flight. 

2. The Bar tailed Godwit is one of many bird 

species that migrate to Western Port. 

3. Cowes Pier is a popular boating destination 

and departure point 

4. Cowes boat ramp is one of many boat ramps 

around Western Port 

5. Marine National Parks are home to many 

species including the Spiny Globe Fish 

6. Western Port is great for family fishing 

adventures 

7. Sailing is popular in southern Western Port 

8. San Remo Pier is home to Western Port’s 

fishing fleet 

9. Weedy Sea Dragons are common 

around Flinders 

Recommended Publications 

Admiralty charts 

Available from most mapping outlets 

The Marine Act and associated regulations 

Available from the Government Information Centre 

Port of Hastings Handbook 

Available from www.patrick.com.au 

Victorian Recreational Boating Safety Handbook 

Available from Marine Safety Victoria 

Victorian Tide Tables 

Available from Port of Melbourne Corporation 

Vessel Operating and Zoning Rules 

Available from Transport Safety Victoria 

Available from Parks Victoria 

Notice to Mariners 

Available at www.parks.vic.gov.au 

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recreational boating 

6TH EDITION, JULY 2010 

GUIDE 

boating safety 

checklist 

Everyone on the water has a duty of care to 

maintain a proper lookout at all times. This 

duty includes proper handling of a vessel and 

observing the rules, knowing the limitations 

of the boat, being aware of potential hazards 

and allowing for the actions of others, both 

reasonable and unreasonable. Using the 

following checklist will help you have the best 

possible boating experience on Western Port: 

Be prepared before you leave: 

l Carry safety equipment according to the regulations, including 

approved PFD-1s otherwise known as life jackets. 

l All children under the age of 10 years must wear an approved 

PFD-1 while on a recreational boat that is under way, unless 

the child is within a deckhouse, cabin, half cabin or a secure 

enclosed space. 

l Have a chart of where you are going and a radio. 

l Tell someone where you are going and when you expect 

to return. 

l Know the rules, local regulations and distress signals. 

l Check out local conditions, weather and tides. 

l Carry sufficient fuel, water and a first aid kit. 

l Ensure engine reliability and adequate fuel system and always 

carry sufficient fuel. 

l Don’t overload your boat. 

On the water 

l Adhere to the prescribed speed limits. 

l Ensure you always keep to the right of channels. 

l Wear your life jackets. 

l Keep a careful watch on the weather and watch out for other 

boats and hazards. 

l Keep a safe distance between your boat and other boats, 

people, wildlife or structures. 

l Keep a lookout at all times, especially rowers or non powered 

craft who are generally harder to see and hear. 

l Ensure a low wake is maintained when passing rowers and 

other non powered vessels or floating infrastructure. 

l Never mix alcohol and operating a vessel. 

l Keep well clear of moving ships as they may alter course and 

without notice. 

l Do not obstruct the movement of large vessels by drifting in 

shipping channels and across shipping tracks. 

l Be aware that the bow-wave or wash from large ships, including 

the large commercial ferries, can cause your boat to capsize or 

roll heavily as to cause serious injury to its occupants. 

l Take care not to cross ahead of a large vessel as you may 

underestimate its speed and not be seen. 

l If you hear a vessel sounding at least five short and rapid blasts 

on its horn, you must get out of its way. 

l Navigation lights on your vessel must be shown at night 

Regulations to be observed 

The following regulations must be observed to protect the bay 

environment and ensure a level of safety for all users of the waters: 

l Immediately slow down to 5 knots around swimmers or divers. 

l Don’t exceed the speed limit. 

l Observe boat zone boundaries and restrictions. 

l Know the boundaries and restrictions of Marine National Parks 

and Sanctuaries. 

l Take all rubbish home with you and dispose of it appropriately. 

l Remember all native plants and animals are protected by law. 

l Jumping or diving from piers, jetties or bridges is not permitted. 

l Vessel operators over 21 years of age must have a Blood 

Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of below 0.05. Vessel operators 

under 21 years of age or accompanying a restricted license 

holder must have a BAC of 0. 

l The discharge of sewerage and other waste from boats 

is prohibited. 

look after 

western port 

Western Port is an important feeding site for migratory waterbirds 

and is acknowledged in several international protection 

agreements. Boat operators have a responsibility to protect 

the marine environment and ensure it can be enjoyed by future 

generations. You can protect Western Port and minimise your 

environmental impact by following these simple guidelines: 

• Avoid anchoring over seagrass and reef areas and consider 

purchasing an anchor that does less damage to seabeds. 

• Keep your boat clean and protected from aquatic pests. 

• Reduce speed when operating power boats in shallow water 

or when close to shore as propellers can cause considerable 

damage to sensitive seabeds and the wake can cause erosion. 

• Prevent pollutants such as petrol, oil, sewage and detergents 

from entering the water. 

• Store rubbish securely on your boat and always take all rubbish 

home with you. 

• Dispose of sewerage waste properly and use pump out facilities 

where they are available. 

• Clean out bilges and sumps regularly. 

• Launch or retrieve your craft at designated launching ramps. 

• Observe recreational fishing regulations. 

• Avoid disturbing flocks of feeding, resting or breeding birds. 

Get involved with a marine friends group. Contact Parks Victoria 

for more information. 

hoon 

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boating laws 

Laws empowering Police and authorised officers to order hoons 

Laws empowering Police and authorised officers to order hoons 

and their vessels (including boats and personal watercraft) off the 

and their vessels (including boats and personal watercraft) off the 

water were introduced in December 2009 to combat dangerous and 

water were introduced in December 2009 to combat dangerous and 

anti-social behaviour on the water. 

anti-social behaviour on the water. 

Hoon behaviour, for the purposes of the new laws, might include: 

Hoon behaviour, for the purposes of the new laws, might include: 

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• Doing ‘doughnuts’ near swimmers or other water users 

Doing ‘doughnuts’ near swimmers or other water users 

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• Speeding near swimmers or other people close to shore 

Speeding near swimmers or other people close to shore 

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• Endangering water skiers by going too close to jump their wake. 

Endangering water skiers by going too close to jump their wake. 

New laws are also being introduced in 2011 empowering Victoria Police 

New laws are also being introduced in 2011 empowering Victoria Police 

to impound, immobilise or seize a vessel or have a vessel forfeited. 

to impound, immobilise or seize a vessel or have a vessel forfeited. 

To report instances of hoon behaviour, contact Police on 000. 

To report instances of hoon behaviour, contact Police on 000. 

There are a number of rules and regulations 

that must be observed to protect the bay 

environment and ensure safety for all users 

of Western Port. 

Anchoring 

When anchoring ensure you always place anchors correctly and 

securely. Anchors damage reefs and seagrass beds when they are 

allowed to shift. Consider purchasing a new anchor that does less 

damage to seabeds. Where possible avoid anchoring over seagrass 

and reef areas. Anchoring is not permitted in shipping channels 

and fairways. 

Aquaculture reserve 

The Flinders Aquaculture Fisheries Reserve (440 ha) is located 

offshore between Flinders and Shoreham. The reserve is 

clearly identified by yellow ‘special marks’ (piles or buoys) with 

’Aquaculture‘ inscribed in black lettering on the yellow ‘X’ top mark 

and yellow synchronised lights at the external boundaries. Within 

the Reserves are Crown lease areas designated for marine farming. 

Recreational users may enter the reserves at their own risk and 

proceed with caution but cannot enter the lease areas (within the 

marked boundaries) without permission of the leaseholder. 

Recreational fishing can be undertaken throughout non-leased 

parts of the reserves in accordance with the conditions below: 

• Keep to public areas of the Aquaculture Fisheries Reserves. 

• Watch for divers and keep vessels and equipment a safe distance 

from aquaculture equipment. 

• Always travel at a safe speed and keep boat wash to a minimum. 

• Be aware of and comply with all boating and fisheries related 

regulations. 

• Don’t enter Crown leases without the express permission of the 

leaseholder. 

• Don’t encroach on Crown leases by keeping all equipment such 

as anchors, fishing lines and lures away from these areas. 

• Don’t tie up to navigation aids, aquaculture equipment or 

external Crown lease boundary buoys. 

• Don’t berley, clean fish or discharge human waste in or around 

the AFRs. 

For more information contact Fisheries Victoria. 

Aquatic pests 

When you participate in recreational boating activities you may 

be unknowingly spreading marine pests. You can protect Western 

Port by keeping your boat and equipment clean and following 

these simple steps: 

1. Dislodge all plants and animals and bin them. 

2. Drain water from boat and gear Try not to let it drain back into 

the water. 

3. Dispose of unwanted live bait in a bin. 

4. Douse your boat and gear with freshwater and try not to let it 

drain back into the water. 

5. Dry your boat and equipment. 

6. Don’t forget to apply an authorised antifoulant where 

appropriate (within the antifoulant maximum in-service period 

and as directed on the can). 

For more information contact the Department of Primary Industries. 

Berthing facilities 

Public berthing is available on piers and jetties all over Western 

Port for up to 48 hours at a time. Time limits and other restrictions 

are detailed on Parks Victoria signs at each location. Some areas 

have been leased or allocated for commercial boat operators only. 

These berths are not available for public use, including short term 

berthing. Please observe these restrictions to ensure fair access 

for everyone. 

Key 

l Short Term – up to 4 hours (check signage) 

l Loading 

l Permit and commercial vessels only 

BERtH LOcAtiOn type Map Ref. 

Corinella Jetty l l M25 

Cowes Jetty l l O14 

Flinders Pier l l Q1 

Point Leuschnault Barge Landing no public access L23 

Hastings Jetty l l G11 

Long Island Point Liquids Pier no public access G13 

Newhaven Jetty l l l S21 

Rhyll Jetty l l l P18 

San Remo Pier l l l T21 

Stony Point Jetty l l l K13 

Tankerton Jetty l l L16 

Tooradin Jetty l l A22 

Warneet South Jetty l l B18 

Berthing is also available in harbours, marinas and other sheltered 

waters in Western Port. Contact marina and harbour operators to 

book a berth prior to arrival. 

Dredging 

When encountering a dredge vessel recreational boat operators 

should always maintain a safe speed and pass on the non 

obstruction side of the dredge vessel. 

The safe side of passage is indicated by a double black diamond 

signal on the vessel. A double black ball signal indicates the 

obstruction side to avoid. A third black ball, black diamond, black 

ball signal indicates the vessel is restricted in its manoeuvrability. 

Maintenance dredging is conducted by Parks Victoria to maintain 

safe access to boating facilities in key locations such as San Remo, 

Stony Point and Tankerton. 

Dredging of shipping channels and fairways in Western Port is 

managed by the Port of Hastings Harbour Control. 

Pass safely this side Obstruction this side 

Fishing 

Fishing is permitted on Western Port and may be undertaken from 

either a vessel or on land excluding Marine National Parks and 

Sanctuaries. A Recreational Fishing Licence is required by anglers 

in Victoria for persons aged 18 – 70. Observe all fishing regulations 

and remember to check bag and size limits, fishing methods and 

closed seasons outlined in the Victorian Recreational Fishing 

Guide. For more information contact the Department of Primary 

Industries – Fisheries Victoria. 

Fuel 

For your safety refuelling should always be carried out ‘on-boat’ 

and not by leaning over the boat from a pier, jetty or landing. 

Care should always be taken to ensure fuel, oil and other potential 

pollutants are stored and transferred carefully and not spilt – 

especially on banks, in the water or on piers and jetties. When in 

public areas all diesel or unleaded fuel should be transported in 

AS2906 containers with a volume no greater than 25 litres. Larger 

containers or smaller sub-standard containers should not be used. 

Multiple containers can be used or fuel can be purchased from 

boat fuel retailers including Western Port Marina (map ref G11). 

Hazards and damaged aids to navigation 

Should you encounter damaged aids to navigation, malfunctioning 

navigation lights, vessels adrift, submerged objects and other 

dangerous debris floating in the local port, please contact Parks 

Victoria to report them immediately on 13 1963. 

Marine national Parks and Sanctuaries 

Marine National Parks and Sanctuaries are magnificent places for 

exploring marine life, snorkelling, scuba diving, swimming, low 

speed recreational boating or sailing and photography. They protect 

a unique and diverse range of marine plants, animals and habitats 

for the benefit of current and future generations. Around 90 percent 

of the plants and animals are found nowhere else in the world. 

Western Ports three Marine National Parks protect a diverse 

biological treasure trove. Largely concealed from view behind a 

shoreline veil of marshland and mangroves, they contain expansive 

intertidal mudflats, meadows of seagrass, deep channels, small 

rocky reefs and an abundance of marine life. When the tide rolls out 

the extensive mudflats provide a source of food for waterbirds. 

The tides are the key to understanding Western Port’s marine life. 

The waters’ ebb and flow exposes shallow mudflats and creates 

deep channels that function as rich feeding grounds. 

Three Marine National Parks and a nearby Marine Sanctuary 

contain internationally significant roosting sites and feeding areas 

for migratory waders and other waterbirds. 

Q churchill island Marine national Park (675 ha) is 

influenced in part by the nearby open coast, and hosts beds 

of the living fossils known as lamp shells or Brachiopods. This 

ancient group of animals once had thousands of species, but is 

now reduced to a few species worldwide. The intertidal mud flats 

extending from Rhyll to Newhaven also support seagrasses and a 

vast number of bivalve molluscs, worms and creatures that provide 

a rich food source for birds and fish. 

W French island Marine national Park (2800 ha) is adjacent 

to the northern shoreline of French Island and protects extensive 

seagrass beds that have largely disappeared elsewhere in the 

bay since the 1950s. It’s one of the most extensive areas of salt 

marsh and mangrove communities in Victoria. The seabeds act as 

a nursery for fish including species such as King George Whiting, 

Bream and Mullet. This area is especially significant as a feeding 

habitat for over 32 species of migratory wader birds. 

E Yaringa Marine national Park (980 ha) with its serene 

waters in the north of the bay preserves the connection between 

mangroves and mudflats that is so important for roosting 

waterbirds. The mangroves are a vital part of the bay ecosystem 

and provide an important habitat for a number of invertebrates, 

marine snails and bivalves and adult and juvenile fish. 

R Mushroom Reef Marine Sanctuary (80 ha) is just outside 

Western Port on the Western side of Flinders. At low tide, the 

sea withdraws to reveal a huge mushroom shaped reef. The reef 

is formed from basalt that has weathered extensively to form a 

multitude of micro habitats, allowing a diverse range of creatures 

to shelter in crevices or under loose rocks. The bottom of rock 

pools are covered in dense meadows of bright green seagrass and 

brown seaweed. 

Marine National Parks 

and Sanctuaries locations 

A number of activities are not permitted within the boundaries of 

Victoria’s Marine National Parks and Marine Sanctuaries. It’s your 

responsibility to know the boundaries. 

• No fishing 

• No spear fishing 

• No taking or damaging of any animals, 

plants and objects (artefacts) 

• Hovercraft are not permitted to operate within 150m of the 

French Island National Park shoreline. 

You may carry fin-fish on board your boat within park boundaries if 

you caught the fish outside the parks, and you may also carry (but 

not use) a fishing rod or a spear gun. You may also have abalone or 

rock lobster and associated equipment (securely stowed) on board 

the boat provided that you are travelling straight through the park 

by the shortest practicable route. 

Know the boundaries – penalties apply 

Offences by individuals may incur an infringement notice, or carry 

penalties of up to 12 months imprisonment and/or fines of up to 

$20,000. Vessels, vehicles and equipment may also be seized. 

to report fishing offences in Marine national Parks call 

the Fisheries Victoria offence reporting service on 13 FiSH 

(13 3474). 

For more information on Marine National Parks and Sanctuaries 

contact Parks Victoria. 

Moorings 

Parks Victoria directly manages approximately 1,950 of an 

estimated 2,900 swing moorings in 51 locations around Port Phillip 

and Western Port. The balance are managed by 11 yacht clubs, 

boat clubs and mooring associations acting as agents for Parks 

Victoria. 

Casual moorings are available for short term use at Cleeland Bight 

(near San Remo) and west of the Yacht Club at Cowes. Casual 

moorings are clearly identifiable by large orange buoys. Casual 

moorings operate on a first come first serve basis for vessels upto 

14m and boat operators should call the Parks Victoria Information 

Centre to confirm booking upon arrival. For more information 

contact Parks Victoria. 

narrows – between newhaven and San Remo 

Boat operators should be aware of an 18-metre high headway 

under overhead power cables, and 12-metre headway under the 

bridge between San Remo and Newhaven prevents the passage of 

boats unless masts can be unstepped. 

Because of the large rise and fall in tide on Western Port there are 

strong tidal flows reaching up to 6 knots in the narrows between 

Newhaven and San Remo. It is advised that boat operators remain 

in defined channels as boats have been stranded on mud flats for 

upwards of eight hours. 

notice to mariners 

A Notice to Mariners is issued by a Harbour Master, Port Manager 

or Waterway Manager to advise commercial mariners, recreational 

boaters and waterway users of a significant change in a port 

or waterway which may affect the safe navigation of a vessel. 

Boat operators should always check the latest Notice to Mariners 

before operating a boat on Western Port. Notice to Mariners are 

available on the Parks Victoria and Victorian Regional Channels 

Authority websites. 

Boat operators should carry accurate Australian navigation charts 

(Aus 150, Aus 151 and Aus 152) which can be purchased through 

mapping retailers and the Australian Hydrographic Service. 

Port security 

Water-side restricted zones are in place within 100 metres of the 

oil jetty structures at Long Island Point Jetty and Crib Point Jetties. 

Exclusion zone is in place within 400 metres ahead and 100 metres 

around a ship in transit. Access to the zone is controlled and 

unauthorised entry is an offence under the regulations. 

Victorian Water Police manage port security in partnership with 

commercial port managers. If you see something suspicious on the 

water, contact the Water Police. 

Pump out facilities 

Poor water quality affects the health of the bay and in turn 

the enjoyment of recreational boating and fishing activities on 

Western Port. Discharge of sewage and other waste from boats 

adds pollutants to our valuable waterways and pose a risk to 

marine ecosystems and human health. 

Use a holding tank for sewage and dispose of waste properly on 

land or use provided pump out facilities. Boat sewerage pump out 

systems are used designed for larger boats that have holding tanks. 

Sewerage hoppers are designed for boats that use a portable toilet. 

Pump out facilities are available at Western Port Marina in 

Hastings (Map ref G11) and Yaringa Marina (Map ref 14D). 

Radio channels 

Marine radio is potentially a life line for vessels in an emergency. 

Avoid unnecessary communications on marine radio. Be aware 

of the following Marine Radio channels and frequencies when 

operating a motorised vessel in Western Port: 

Recreational Vessels VHF Channel 72, 73 and 77 

27MHz Channel 96 

Port Operations VHF Channel 14 and 08 

Emergency Calls and calling VHF Channel 16 and 67 

27MHz Channel 86 and 88 

Rowing and non powered vessels 

Western Port is often frequented by non-motorised vessels such 

as kite boards, kayaks and canoes. When passing non powered 

vessels, please ensure a low wake is maintained so as not to disturb 

or tip these vessels over as they are more susceptible to capsizing 

than larger motorised vessels. 

Shipping channels – steer clear 

Large ships travel Western Port shipping channels during all hours 

of the day and night and sometimes travel outside designated 

fairways. A ships blind spot can extend for many hundreds of 

metres and it is very difficult for ships to change course quickly. 

It is the responsibility of recreational boat operators to: 

• Keep clear of ships at all times. 

• Never anchor in shipping channels. 

• Never obstruct the path of ships or assume a ship can see you. 

• Never tie up to navigation aids such as buoys or channel markers. 

Penalties apply. 

For more information contact Port of Hastings Harbour Control. 

Speed restrictions 

Speed can be dangerous on the water. Not only is there a risk of 

crashing into other vessels, land or navigation aids, there are many 

other obstacles such as swimmers and divers or obstructions hidden 

under the surface. Always maintain a good lookout and operate at 

a safe speed and check local speed restrictions before you leave. 

A maximum speed of 5 knots applies on Western Port when 

operating a vessel: 

• Within 50m of swimmers, other vessels and fixed 

or floating structures. 

• Within 100m of divers flags. 

• Within a desinated 5 knot zone. 

tidal variations 

Western Port has strong tidal variations which can fluctuate by 

up to 3m. At low tide much of Western Port becomes mud flats. 

Always check tide charts and seek quality local advice before 

departing on your boat to avoid being caught high and dry. 

Should you get stuck in a low tide or mud make an emergency call 

via either 000 or marine radio. 

Tide charts are available from Port of Melbourne Corporation. 

Wildlife watching 

Western Port is an important feeding area for many species 

of waterbird and is recognised as a Wetland of International 

Significance particularly for migratory shorebirds which feed 

on the exposed mud at low tide and rest at high tide at specific 

roosting sites. It’s also home to seals, dolphins and visiting whales. 

When you see dolphins, seals, whales or feeding and resting 

birds make sure you give them plenty of space. Never approach 

closer than 100 metres and leave them alone if they show signs of 

agitation such as diving or rapid changes in direction. 

For more information contact the Department of Sustainability 

and Environment. 

guide to 

western port 

Boat Ramps 

Boat ramps are managed by several different agencies and councils throughout Western Port. Launching fees and facilities vary at each site. 

If you’re unfamiliar with a particular boat ramp contact the relevant boat ramp manager for more information. 

Boat Ramp Map ref. Managed by Contact no. 

1 Blind Blight C20 City of Casey 9705 5200 

2 Corinella M25 Corinella Foreshore Committee of Management 136 186 

3 Cowes O13 Bass Coast Shire Council 1300 226 278 

4 Flinders Q1 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 1300 850 600 

5 Grantville M31 Bass Coast Shire Council 1300 226 278 

6 Hastings G11 Mornington Peninsula Shire Council 1300 850 600 

7 Lang Lang G31 Lang Lang Foreshore Committee of Management 136 186 

8 Newhaven S21 Bass Coast Shire Council 1300 226 278 

9 Rhyll P18 Bass Coast Shire Council 1300 226 278 

10 Shoreham O2 Shoreham Foreshore Committee of Management 136 186 

11 Stony Point K13 Stony Point Foreshore Committee of Management 136 186 

12 Tooradin B22 Tooradin Foreshore Committee of Management 136 186 

13 Warneet B18 Warneet Foreshore Committee of Management 136 186 

Throughout the world there is growing recognition of 

the vital contribution parks and waterways make to a 

healthy environment, healthy individuals and a healthy 

society. Enjoying Western Port is not only a great day 

out – it’s good for you. 

For more information on great outdoor adventures 

contact Parks Victoria on 13 1963 or visit 


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local port manager 

for western port 

Parks Victoria is the port and waterway manager for the local 

port of Western Port and manages piers and jetties, mooring 

permits, aids to navigation, Marine National Parks and acts as 

a referral agency for planning matters and authorisation of 

new structures. 

Parks Victoria has the accountability for the safety of water 

users, control of vessel activities and movements in the local 

port and is authorised under the Marine Act 1988 to issue 

infringement notices or prosecute people who break the law. 

The Victorian Water Police can also issue infringement notices 

and work in partnership with Parks Victoria on Western Port 

to ensure the bays are used safely. 

For further information contact the Parks Victoria Information 

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© Copyright Parks Victoria 2011. 

Free publication. 5th Edition – June 2011 

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