TLT Communications & Racecomm Perth Tasmania

11/07/2025

Planning a day on the water?

Whether you’re fishing or just enjoying a day on the boat, remember that winter boating carries extra risks. Cold water, shorter daylight hours, and fewer boats around mean there’s less margin for error – and help might not arrive quickly if something goes wrong.

Before you launch:

• Always wear your life jacket
• Carry waterproof communication
• Dress for the water temperature, not the air temperature
• Tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back

If you fall in, the effects of cold water immersion start immediately.

Stay safe this winter.

09/07/2025

NOTICE TO MARINERS

M249-25 River Derwent, Bridgewater Bridge - Dive Works

Mariners are advised that diving operations will be conducted within the works zone beneath the Bridgewater Bridge from Thursday, 10 July 2025, until further notice.

An Alpha flag will be displayed while dive operations are underway, and the dive crew will maintain a listening watch on VHF Channel 16.

All vessels are requested to navigate with caution in the area, pass at slow speed, maintain minimal wash, and keep a safe distance of at least 150 metres from the dive site unless prior arrangements have been made with the dive crew.

This notice will remain in effect until cancelled.

08/07/2025

The finale to a Commissioning Ceremony for our new rescue vessel held last Saturday. Jane Howlett MP did the honours with Spring Vale “Salute” (thanks Tim @ Spring Vale Wines). Thanks to the Tasmanian Government for providing $1m in funding for replacement Volunteer Marine Rescue vehicles, trailers and vessels, distributed among the seven VMR units across the state, following the 2024 election. Without this funding and sponsorship from the Community Bank, Swansea and Bicheno, Bendigo Bank this new vessel would have remained a pipe dream. Thanks also to Jason, Mick and the team at Sentinel Boats for building a beaut boat.

01/07/2025

M242-25(T) Kettering, Little Oyster Cove - Sunken Vessel

Mariners are advised that a wreck marker has been placed on the sunken vessel at Little Oyster Cove in position Latitude 43° 7.450'S Longitude 147° 15.654'E.

Mariners should navigate with caution in the area.

20/06/2025

A Reminder!

Applications close Friday, 27 June 2025.

We’re hiring: Recreational Boating Officer – Mooring Management.
A Rare Opportunity! If you have experience in boating and mooring management, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

✅Work in a dynamic and supportive team environment.
✅Make a real impact in Tasmania’s marine safety and recreational boating.
✅Enjoy a role that offers variety, challenge, and the chance to work with a great team.

Applications close at 5:00 PM on Friday, 27 June 2025.

Find out more and apply today: https://mast.tas.gov.au/2025/06/recreational-boating-officer-moorings/

23/05/2025

We have come up with a corker of a theme for this Chrissy. Get your mates together for an ‘’Aussie Christmas’’ themed parade. Fair dinkum, we want to see Christmas by the beach, barbies, eskies, beach cricket, togs, picnics, Native Australian Animals and our beautiful southern land celebrated! Stay tuned for entry details over the coming weeks.

15/05/2025

Western Police are reminding recreational fishers to ensure they are abiding by catch limits after a number of people were caught taking excess fish and undersized/oversized fish in recent weeks.

Two men have been fined after they were caught at Ulverstone on Sunday 11 May with 43 Sand Flathead which had been cut into 85 fillets.

The possession limit for Sand Flathead on state waters in the Northern and Western Fishing Zones of Tasmania is 10 per person.

The men were also found to have a gummy shark onboard which had the dorsal fin and tail removed – in Tasmania, the dorsal and pectoral fins of gummy sharks must remain attached until the shark has been brought to land.

For further information regarding size, bag and possession limits, you can download the Fishing Tas App which also has the reporting of Rock Lobster fishing activities on it. Remember, check your catch in all respects.

📲 Anyone with information regarding illegal fishing is asked to contact police on 131 444 or Fishwatch on 0427 655 557. Information can be provided anonymously.

27/04/2025

19/04/2025

Heading out this Easter long weekend? Plan to come home safely.

It’s one of the busiest times on the water, so take the time to plan your trip and check your gear before you go. Involve your crew—everyone should know the basics.

Here are some simple rules for a safer day on the water:

• Check the weather, tides and sea conditions
• Know the area and your boat’s limits
• Tell someone where you're going and when you'll return
• Carry the right safety gear—and know how to use it
• Don’t overload your boat
• Always wear your life jacket
• Don’t mix alcohol and boating

Plan well, stay safe—and enjoy your time on the water.

Be Boatwise – don’t let the next trip be your last.

15/03/2025

The Peter Parssey Memorial Award recognises emergency responders for services above and beyond their normal duties to help their service and community. Two members of VMRT were recognised last evening at the 2025 Awards. On behalf of our communities we congratulate Anthony Flannery and Col Barney for the recognition of their dedication and service.

08/03/2025

April 6 at Inveresk Precinct, Invermay

07/03/2025

Important Announcement
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Dear Competitors and Supporters,
As we approach our April 5-6 event, we’ve noticed lower-than-expected entries—likely due to financial commitments leading up to the event. We completely understand and respect these challenges.

To move forward, we must reach a minimum number of entries by March 14th. If we don’t hit that mark, we will reluctantly postpone the event, with all existing competitor entries and spectator tickets automatically rolling over to our confirmed November 7-8 event or refunded upon request.

If you plan to enter, we strongly encourage you to do so before March 14th. Not only will this lock in your spot at the best price, but it will also help ensure the event can proceed as planned. After this date, entry fees will increase.

Gold Pass entrants: Your spots will not be reserved at the early fee, so lock it in while you can—as you know, it always sells out quickly!
Important: As per our usual terms, all competitor entries and spectator tickets for the November event are non-refundable, unless permission is given by the Promoter.

We want to take this opportunity to thank all our loyal entrants and sponsors who got behind the event early
We truly appreciate your support and will make a final announcement next week. Stay tuned, and we hope to see you all on track soon!

Proudly supported by: Shmick Tinting & Vinyl, Luke's Auto Glass, Freelance Building Services Pty Ltd

Venue: Symmons Plains Raceway
Online Entries: https://fs12.formsite.com/supernats/entrants-/index
Early Fee: Until Midnight 14th March
Late Fee: From 14th March Until 28th March
More info 👉 www.supernats.com.au

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