Current Safety Notices

Swansea Bridge will be undergoing nightly maintenance from Monday 26th October to Thursday 29th October, between the hours of 7pm to 5am. Please note the bridge will not open to Marine Traffic during these times.

Transport for NSW Maritime is delivering the Expired Marine Flare Collection Program at key boating locations across New South Wales. The program provides an opportunity for boaters tosafely dispose of expired marine flares.Important: Collection dates, times and locations are subject to change without notice due tooperational or safety considerations. Click on the link below to see the collection locations and dates. Important: Collection dates, times and locations are subject to change without notice due to operational or safety considerations. Please check this the website below before attending the collection point. https://www.nsw.gov.au/sites/default/files/noindex/2026-09/expired-flare-collection-schedule_nov-2026.pdf

Delta Power and Energy will carry out a routine geotechnical drilling program in south-west Lake Macquarie from mid-October to mid-December 2026. Read on for information about the program and what lake users and the local community can expect while work is underway. Geotechnical investigations, including drilling and surveying, are routinely carried out as part of mine planning, monitoring and regulatory requirements. This drilling program will improve our understanding of the geology under the lakebed and help inform future mine planning at Chain Valley Colliery. Drilling will take place at four locations in south-west Lake Macquarie near Summerland Point, Morisset Park…

Coinciding with the October long weekend, maritime authorities including NSW Maritime and Marine Rescue NSW have kicked off safety campaigns like Operation Prepare to Launch. Because engine failures, battery issues, and running out of fuel account for nearly 60% of all emergency water responses in the state, authorities are heavily pushing for skippers to dust off their gear and run thorough maintenance checks.  To help get your vessel out of winter hibernation, watch this quick safety checklist guide from NSW Maritime detailing the essential checks required before hitting the water: Essential Pre-Launch Checklist Guide https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1MPf7K6bNT/ If your boat has been sitting idle over the…

A maximum speed restriction of 60 knots (approximately 111 kilometres per hour) is temporarily imposed on all powered vessels towing persons of any age on all NSW navigable waters

Lake Macquarie City Council is upgrading Blacksmiths Boat Ramp to improve access to Lake Macquarie’s waterways.  The boat ramp will be closed for reconstruction works from 4 May 2026 in preparation for summer. The project will include: For full project information including designs, plans, consultation contacts etc, see Lake Macquarie City Council’s Project Page. If you need to launch from a ramp inside the Swansea Bridge, see the Swansea Bridge Booking Page for opening times, booking and usage instructions and contacts.

Transport for NSW advises vessel operators that the leads into The Swansea Channel from sea through Swansea Heads require maintenance and should be used with caution at the current time. The rear lead is not clearly visible due to deteriorated paintwork and can be difficult to match to the forward lead.

The 3 x courtesy poles on the western side of Swansea Bridge have been identified as a potential hazard to persons and vessels if vessels were to be secured to them. The use of these courtesy poles will be prohibited until further notice