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11th December

Old Cygnet Jetty – Permanent Closure

Please be advised that Cygnet Jetty (old) will be permanently closed to the public effective 1 December 2025. Following a comprehensive engineering assessment, it was determined that replacing the aging structure with a new, state-of-the-art facility to the South would deliver better outcomes. Accordingly, the existing facility will be decommissioned and removed.

28th October

Port Arthur Jetty – Temporary Road Closures

Mariners are advised that Jetty Road, Port Arthur, which provides access to the Port Arthur Jetty within the historic site, will be temporarily closed to general traffic from 0800 hours until 1600 hours on the following dates: The closures correspond with cruise ship visits to the Port.

22nd November

Edgar Dam (Lake Pedder) Upgrades

The Edgar Dam strengthening project will now commence in January 2025 with completion anticipated mid-2026. The nature of the works will require the Edgar Dam boat ramp and campground to be closed. The boat ramp at Scott’s Peak Dam will operate as normal. Please be aware there will also be increased heavy vehicle traffic along…

M047-26 Port of Devonport – Berth 5W – Survey Works

Advice

M047-26 Port of Devonport – Berth 5W – Survey Works Mariners are advised that survey works will be conducted in the Port of Devonport at Beth 5 West on Tuesday, 10 January 2026 from 0900 to 1500 hours. The works will involve the use of an aerial drone. The work will be undertaken in between…

Devonport
Published on 9 Feb 2026

M043-26 River Derwent – Royal Hobart Regatta

Notice

M043-26 River Derwent – Royal Hobart Regatta Mariners are advised that aquatic events, including rowing and swimming, will be conducted in the waters adjacent to the Hobart Regatta Grounds and the western side of the Tasman Bridge on Saturday, 7 February, through to Monday, 9 February 2026. On Saturday, 7 February, rowing will take place…

River Derwent
Published on 7 Feb 2026

M040-26(T) Long Bay, Port Arthur – Marine Farm Lease Navigation Buoys

Notice

M040-26(T) Long Bay, Port Arthur – Marine Farm Lease Navigation Buoys Mariners are advised that three large pink buoys have been deployed at Tassal’s Lease at Long Bay, Port Arthur. The buoys will now remain in place until Monday, 9 February 2026. The buoys are to enable a safe corridor for well-boat operations in the…

Port Arthur
Published on 3 Feb 2026

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