Boaters and paddlers have a far better chance of rescue in an emergency if they arrange a trigger time for someone on land to call 000. Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) Acting Director Cameron...
Grants Open To Protect The Health Of Port Phillip Bay
27/02/2019
Media Release: The Andrews Labor Government is delivering a healthier Port Phillip Bay – benefiting Victorians and tourists, as well as protecting one of the state’s most important...
Carry a beacon when you go boating
13/02/2019
In February, Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) is sharing the message that boaters and paddlers need to carry a distress beacon, so they can raise the alarm if they unexpectedly enter the...
Steer Clear - boating safety video from Victorian Ports Melbourne
31/01/2019
Port Phillip Bay is a popular location for boating, fishing, yachting and other aquatic pastimes – but it is also a gateway for commercial shipping. This means big ships such as container...
Could you save yourself if you fell overboard?
15/01/2019
Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) and Life Saving Victoria (LSV) are challenging boaters and paddlers to practise getting back on their boats and kayaks this boating season. One of the greatest risks...
Plans for new boat ramps on the Mornington Peninsula
12/12/2018
A recent media report in the Mornington Peninsula News says two sites are being considered for a new boat ramp in Western Port: Yaringa Road, Somerville or Stony Point. Shane Murphy, executive...
Maritime Safety Victoria join Talking Fishing to discuss boating safety
11/12/2018
Marty O’Connell and Gareth Johnson from Maritime Safety Victoria join Talking Fishing to discuss boating safety.
Party promises for local boaters in the upcoming State Election.
14/11/2018
Following on from the September announcement from the Liberal party regarding a better and fairer deal for local boaties and fishers, and as the State election fast approaches, Labor have declared in...
New emergency radio service improving boater safety
26/10/2018
The state’s emergency radio service assisted dozens of stricken boaters and paddlers during its first year of operation, and is ready for another busy season. Publicly launched in September 201...
Shire call to help stop the boats at The Pillars
24/10/2018
According to a media report Tuesday 23rd October, Mornington Peninsula Shire has admitted it needs state government “co-operation” to carry out its unilateral decision to fence off The Pil...