Warnings and closures following recent floods
Queensland and Victoria close waterways to recreational boatersFollowing the recent tragic floods in Queensland and Victoria both Maritime Safety Queensland and Marine Safety Victoria have closed some waterways to recreational boaters.
A spokesman for MSQ said: “Boaters should avoid heading out on the waterways unless necessary. This is particularly important in areas such as the Brisbane River, Moreton Bay and surrounding waterways from the Sunshine Coast to the Gold Coast.
“There is a lot of debris in the water with many submerged objects that are not visible which are a danger to boaters. Buoys and beacons have also been damaged or destroyed and should not be relied on for safe navigation.”
The port of Brisbane remains closed to shipping until further notice.
Every effort is being made to retrieve floating vessels and pontoons. Storage and collection points are currently being set up. We will advise people when collection points are ready.
A liaison officer from Queensland Police Service is working with Maritime Safety Queensland to assist with identification of property.
For those wanting to volunteer to assist with the clean up, go to www.emergencyvolunteering.com.au or telephone 1800 994 100.
Navigation warnings and hazards can be viewed online from the Notices to Mariners link on the MSQ website www.msq.qld.gov.au
• The waters of the Wimmera River at Glenorchy downstream of Campbells Bridge on the Donald to Stawell Road, to Lake Hindmarsh
• The waters of the Loddon River downstream of the Laanecoorie Reservoir to Gale Lane, downstream of Kerang
• The waters of the Avoca River downstream of the Yawong Weir to the Kerang–Quambatook Road
• The waters of the Campaspe River downstream of Lake Eppalock to the junction with Murray River at Echuca.
The notice was issued following the recommendations of Victoria Police. A copy of the Gazettal public notice (PDF, 330 KB, 2 pp.) can be viewed at www.marinesafety@vic.gov.au as can further updates.
For more information call 1800 223 022.
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