Resources and Notes: Anchorage positions marked in MAROON are from our personal experience sailing Tasmanian waters since 2008. All other anchorage positions are from reliable sources such as: Other experienced yachtsmen, charter skippers, fishermen, and publications. We wish to thank Marine and Safety Tasmania and the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania for their contributions. Tourist information, facilities and historical notes are from our personal experience or from sources such as The supplier Tourist Bureau information A number of publications including: 1/ Maritime Tasmania – A Cruising Guide with historical notes and coastal photography by J. Brettingham-Moore. 1988 2/ Parks and Wildlife Tasmania – Map of allowable anchorage areas and motorized craft limits. 3/ King of the Wilderness by Christobel Mattingley – Deny King spent fifty years living self- sufficiently in the rugged Tasmanian south-west and became internationally renowned for his exploits on land and sea. 4/ Two’s a Crew by Jack and Jude – Four chapters on Port Davey anchorages, best storm protection, history, climbs, walks, Melaleuca. 5/ MAST Marine and Safety Tasmania 6/ RYCT Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania INTERNET is available in the more built up areas. In the past, Telstra had the best coverage by leagues, but in recent years Optus has erected many more towers. Nevertheless, we have found Telstra coverage is still superior. There will be no coverage in Port Davey nor once 10 miles south of Strahan. This is NOT an exhaustive or even a complete listing of all Tasmanian anchorages and marine facilities. But it does describe the more frequently visited anchorages and facilities and also guides visitors to some of Tasmania’s more remote and scenically beautiful locations. We ask if any errors are found or if you wish to suggest an addition, please email their details to: [email protected] Updates will be issued from time to time. Disclaimer: Although every effort has been made to check the accuracy of the ‘Guide’ details, the editors and authors do not imply or accept any responsibility for the accuracy, authenticity, or validity of the contents. UPDATE: Oct 2017 New public moorings Marina Fees revised Triabunna new facilities. West Coast walks and New Anchorages Page 2 of 127 Weather Forecasts: Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) on HF The broadcasts for Eastern Australia, including Tasmania will come from Charleville in Central Australia. The radio station call sign is "VMC". The weather broadcasts are fully automated, therefore a ship station cannot call up the BOM on “VMC” and expect a response. Frequencies and times The BOM weather forecast frequencies for VMC: 2201, 4426, 6507, 8176, 12365 and 16546 kHz. Forecasts for Tasmania VMC 0230, 0630, 1030, 1430, 1830, 2230 EST Coast Radio Hobart HF Weather Forecasts and Position Skeds : Latest weather forecasts are provided at 0745, 1345 and 1903 hrs EST daily. (adjust for DST) These forecasts are simultaneously announced on 2182, 4125 and 6215 kHz and then simultaneously transmitted on 2524, 4146 and 6227 kHz. Position reports are taken after broadcast of the weather forecast. Coastal Waters Wind warnings are broadcast as they are issued (only between 0715 and 1945 hrs daily) by the Bureau of Meteorology. These warnings are announced on 2182, 4125 and 6215 kHz and transmitted on 2524, 4146 and 6227 kHz. Coast Radio Hobart VHF Weather Forecasts and Position Skeds : First announced on CH16 then provided on CH67, CH68 & CH69 Latest weather forecasts are provided at: 0745, 1345, 1633 & 1903 hrs, daily Page 3 of 127 Page 4 of 127 MAST Cruising Moorings The moorings are recognisable by the distinctive yellow buoy and markings. There are 16 cruising moorings around the State. Location – Latitude - Longitude East Shelly - 42 33.960 - 147 53.603 East Shelly - 42 33.928 - 147 53.645 Coles Bay - 42 07.708 - 148 17.629 Coles Bay - 42 07.734 - 148 17.642 Taranna - 43 02.955 - 147 51.703 Nubeena - 43 06.126 - 147 44.396 Port Arthur - 43 09.026 - 147 51.208 Dunalley - 42 53.199 - 147 49.231 Maria Island - 42 34.718 - 148 03.828 Maria Island - 42 34.738 - 148 03.826 Maria Island - 42 34.747 - 148 03.785 Lady Barron - 40 12.792 - 148 14.994 Lady Barron - 40 12.750 - 148 15.060 Port Davies (Emita) - 40 00.585 - 147 52.588 Prime Seal Island - 40 04.137 - 147 45.717 Trousers Point - 40 13.726 - 148 02.085 The rules for the moorings use are : •A 4 hour time limit during day; •Vessels picking up the mooring after 5.00pm may remain on the mooring overnight until 9.00am the following day; •Maximum vessel length: Monohull –15 Metres; •Maximum vessel length: Multihull –14 Metres; •The maximum wind rating 40 knots; •Rafting up is not permitted •Care must be taken by user to ensure the head rope is protected from chafe •In severe weather conditions, the vessel must be closely monitored by the owner / operator Please report any faults or issues to MAST on (03) 6235 8811 Or email [email protected] Page 5 of 127 Tasmania’s East Coast Tasmania’s east coast is the jewel in a crown filled with glorious wonders that make the island renowned as the natural state, the “island of inspiration.” Here we find some of the world’s most dramatic dolerite cliffs close to Hobart, Australia’s second oldest city first settled in 1803. This quaint delightful city beneath the protection of The Mountain with its fluted organ pipes standing proud and tall before some of Australia’s best waterways that spread from it like the blue folds of royalty. Tasmania’s east coast has everything. There are lonely bays backed by green forests while around an abrupt point lay the heinous remains of a convict settlement dating back to our earliest history. The fishing is some of the best, the walks are the best, and if you can handle the changeable weather and sometimes immense seas then an experience of a lifetime awaits you on Tasmania’s East Coast. Non-stop action will start a few days after Boxing Day when the Sydney Hobart fleet rounds Tasman Island and races those last miles into Constitution Dock. See our YouTube clip of the 2012 race. A few short weeks later every odd year, one of the world’s greatest spectacles, the unique Wooden Boat Show will occupy the waterfront, followed shortly in mid-February by the start of the Van Diemens Land Circumnavigation, a challenging 800 nautical mile cruise-in-company around Tasmania with experienced, friendly people. NOTE: All GPS positions are Approximate. Mariners are advised to be prudent and not to trust this information without proper diligence. Although every effort has been made to check the accuracy of the details, the editors and authors do not imply or accept any responsibility for the accuracy, authenticity, or validity of the contents. Page 6 of 127 HOBART Let’s begin our tour in Tasmania’s capital city where every facility will be found in one of the prettiest cities in Australia. Well sheltered marinas are available for visitors. We prefer living right downtown in Constitution Dock where a short walk takes us to so many places of interest like the museum, art gallery, and maritime display. Comprehensive shopping is close by, provision at the downtown Woolies or Salamanca Market, and numerous restaurants, bookstores, variety shops, as well as several pubs are within minutes of your vessel. For more peaceful surroundings, the Royal Yacht Club offers visitor berths with a 20 minute walk to town. Free anchorage can be found either off Battery Point, which is close to Salamanca, or off Sandy Point at Nutgrove Beach near the Wrest Point Casino, a very long walk to the city. Other anchorages and marinas can be found upstream of the Tasman Bridge. Page 7 of 127 Constitution Dock, Elizabeth Pier Upon arrival, either contact Port Control on Ch 16 or Ch 88, or telephone Tas Ports directly on 0362310693 to see if space is available. If proceeding to Con Dock, you will be instructed to enter Kings Pier and tie alongside the wharf on the right side of the lifting bridge where a Tas Ports Official will have you complete the necessary paperwork. You will need to show public liability insurance. Credit Card Payment is preferred. When ready, the lifting Bridge will be raised for you to proceed into the basin. Be aware of your mast clearing this bridge. We prefer mooring on the left side after the bridge, it’s the quietest as no road passes, but it is often full. Second best, directly right after the bridge, closest to the showers, quiet traffic. But if you want the full blast of Hobart, proceed straight across to the main street. In our two visits, each a month, we’ve not experienced any security issues. Great hot showers and laundry facilities. Elizabeth Pier is quieter without street frontage and has cafes with outdoor seating adjacent to the berth. Page 8 of 127 Constitution Dock FEES, 2017, current July 2017 - inclusive of GST LOA up to 15 m - $55/day - $143.00/week 15 m – 21 m - $82.50/day – $269.50/week exceeding 21 m - $110/day - $423.50/week Elizabeth St Pier FEES, 2017, Same as Constitution Dock Royal Yacht Club Ph 03 6223 4599 Email: [email protected] RYCT casual rates October 2017: Floating: 10M -$26/day 12M - $31/day 15M - $46/day 16M - $47/day 18M -$52/day 20M - $67/day Fixed Piles: Small - $21/day Medium - $26/day Large - $31/day Extra Large - $37/day Moorings are available at $67 per week Page 9 of 127 Sandy Point (Nutgrove Beach) 42°54.48'S ~ 147°21'E Anchor just outside moored vessels in 11 m sand.