Boaters warned to take extra care navigating on Lake Mulwala

by Transport Roads and Maritime Services on 14 Sep 2015 Roads and Maritime Services advises boaters recent heavy rain has washed out of place a number of navigation markers on Lake Mulwala.

Navigation aids affected are from port marker number 210 opposite Hogans Road boat ramp upstream to port marker number 257 opposite Ski Land Resort.

Roads and Maritime and contractors are working to reinstate these markers, with the work expected to be completed this month, weather permitting.

Vessel operators and particularly those without local knowledge are urged to exercise extreme caution when navigating the channel, particularly through Lake Mulwala between sunset and sunrise.

Skippers and owners of small craft should be on high alert, travel at a safe speed and keep a proper lookout at all times.

Every skipper is responsible for the safety of their vessel and all on board. Roads and Maritime advises skippers to:

• Check the official weather forecast before and during boating
• Ensure the boat and its equipment is suitable for the conditions
• Log on/off with a Marine Rescue NSW marine radio base for every trip offshore
• Wear a lifejacket.

For further information concerning this Navigation Advice, please contact Roads and Maritime on 131 236.

For more information on lifejacket safety visit website.