Navigation hazards for the Tweed River and coastal offshore
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When
Navigation warning
Due to flooding of tributaries into the Tweed River, significant navigation hazards including submerged and floating debris, trees and shallowing, combined with dangerous currents means dangerous conditions for recreational boating.
Navigation markers to guide skippers around hazards may be washed or blown out of place.
Vessel operators are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating in these waterways including monitoring available depth of water.
This navigation warning remains in place until further notice.
Directions
Transport for NSW advises:
- Persons within the vicinity of these waterways must comply with any directions given by a Boating Safety Officer or Police Officer in relation to marine safety. Failure to comply with any such direction is an offence (Marine Safety Act 1998, s.15A - Maximum Penalty $3,300.00).
Maps and charts affected
Transport for NSW (Maritime) Boating Map – 1A
For further information concerning this Navigation Warning, please contact Bret Ryan, Senior Boating Safety Officer, Far North Coast on 13 12 36
Contact Transport for NSW information line
For further information concerning this navigation advice, please contact the Transport for NSW information line on:
Phone: 13 12 36
Monday - Friday
8:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday - Sunday
8:30am - 4:30pm