Please select your home edition
Edition
A+T Instruments BFD 2024 Leaderboard

South coast boaters encouraged to drop off expired marine flares during March

by Emily Rundle 15 Mar 2020 23:48 PDT
Marine flares © Emily Rundle

Boaters on the South Coast will be able to dispose of their expired marine flares safely and easily this month at various expired flare collection points.

NSW Maritime Acting Executive Director Alex Barrell said NSW Maritime will operate expired flare collection sites from Thursday 19 March where people can drop-off flares for safe and environmentally friendly disposal.

"Boating Education Officers will also be on site and boaters are encouraged to come along and seek any other general boating safety advice.

"Marine flares are especially important for offshore vessels to be used as a signal device if they are in trouble, so it is important to ensure yours are in-date and good working order," Mr Barrell said.

"Flares have a three-year shelf life and need to be replaced or there is an increased risk they won't work in an emergency situation.

"Expired flares are classed as explosives and must be disposed of properly, under strict environmental conditions."

Mr Barrell said it is important for boaters to have up-to-date safety equipment on board their vessels, including marine flares, and enough lifejackets for every passenger.

"Boaters should always remember: wearing a lifejacket and having the correct, up-to-date safety equipment could save your life - don't risk it," Mr Barrell said.

Marine flare drop off points scheduled for NSW south coast include:

Southern NSW Date Time
Quarantine Bay Boat Ramp, Quarantine Bay Road, Eden Thursday, 19 March 2020 8.00am-11.00am
Merimbula Boat Ramp, Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula Thursday, 19 March 2020 12.00pm-2.00pm
Kianinny Bay Boat Ramp, Off Kianinny Street, Tathra Thursday, 19 March 2020 3.00pm-6.00pm
Bermagui Harbour Boat Ramp, Off Lamont Street, Bermagui Friday, 20 March 2020 8.00am-11.00am
Apex Park Boat Ramp, Centenary Drive, Narooma Friday, 20 March 2020 12.00pm-2.00pm
Moruya, Preddys Wharf Road Friday, 20 March 2020 3.30pm-6.00pm
Hanging Rock Boat Ramp, Hanging Rock Place, Batemans Bay Saturday, 21 March 2020 7.30am-10.30am
Next to Marine Rescue NSW Base, Off Wason Street, Ulladulla Saturday, 21 March 2020 12.00pm-2.30pm
Sussex Inlet Lions Park, Lakehaven Drive, Sussex Inlet Saturday, 21 March 2020 3.30pm-5.30pm
Woollamia Boat Ramp, Frank Lewis Way, Woollamia Sunday, 22 March 2020 7.30am-10.30am
Greys Beach Boat Ramp, Fairway Drive, Nowra Sunday, 22 March 2020 12.00pm-2.30pm
Kiama Harbour Boat Ramp, Off Blowhole Point Road, Kiama. Sunday, 22 March 2020 3.30pm-6.30pm
Port Kembla Boat Ramp, Foreshore Drive (outer harbour) Monday, 23 March 2020 7.30am-11.00am
Bellambi Boat Ramp, Robert Cram Drive Monday, 23 March 2020 12.30pm-4.00pm
Quarantine Bay Boat Ramp, Quarantine Bay Road, Eden Thursday, 26 March 2020 8.00am-11.00am
Merimbula Boat Ramp, Arthur Kaine Drive, Merimbula Thursday, 26 March 2020 12.00pm-2.00pm
Kianinny Bay Boat Ramp, Off Kianinny Street, Tathra Thursday, 26 March 2020 3.00pm-5.30pm
Bermagui Harbour Boat Ramp, Off Lamont Street, Bermagui Friday, 27 March 2020 8.00am-11.00am
Apex Park Boat Ramp, Centenary Drive, Narooma Friday, 27 March 2020 1.00pm-4.00pm
Hanging Rock Boat Ramp, Hanging Rock Place, Batemans Bay Saturday, 28 March 2020 8.00am-11.00am
Next to Marine Rescue NSW Base, Off Wason Street, Ulladulla Saturday, 28 March 2020 1.00pm-4.00pm
Sussex Inlet Lions Park, Lakehaven Drive, Sussex Inlet Sunday, 29 March 2020 8.00am-11.00am
Greys Beach Boat Ramp, Fairway Drive, Nowra Sunday, 29 March 2020 1.00pm-4.00pm
Kiama Harbour Boat Ramp, Off Blowhole Point Road, Kiama. Monday, 30 March 2020 8.00am-11.00am
Port Kembla Boat Ramp, Foreshore Drive (outer harbour) Monday, 30 March 2020 1.00pm-4.00pm

For more information about the NSW Maritime flare disposal program or to register to attend a free clinic www.rms.nsw.gov.au/flares.

Related Articles

The link between two great Australian sports
A unique connection between brute strength and beauty James Joseph Giltinan was one of Australia's great entrepreneurs of the early 1900s, and the man most responsible for creating a unique link between one of the most confrontational football codes in the world and the beauty of sailing. Posted today at 6:24 am
Camden Classics Cup is 2 months away
The CCC is more than just a regatta; it's a celebration The countdown is on! In just two months, the sails will be raised, and classic yacht racing will return to the stunning waters of Penobscot Bay for the 9th Annual Camden Classics Cup. Posted on 24 May
Lightweight Wind Barrier
The Henri-Lloyd Breeze Jacket combines lightweight, waterproof performance with modern design The Henri-Lloyd Breeze Jacket combines lightweight, waterproof performance with modern design, making it the ideal choice for warm-weather sailing and everyday on-water activities. Posted on 24 May
2025 America's Cup Hall of Fame Challenge Preview
Four Iconic 12-Metres To Race for STEM Education Fund NEWPORT, RI The Herreshoff Museum and the America's Cup Hall of Fame are proud to announce the 2025 America's Cup Hall of Fame Challenge, set to take place October 4-5, 2025, in Newport, Rhode Island. Posted on 24 May
“Foil4TheGulf” sets Southern Hemisphere record
With over 200 entrants the Black Foils and Live Ocean's event “Foil4TheGulf” raises awareness With over 200 entrants the Black Foils and Live Ocean's event “Foil4TheGulf” to raise awareness for the Hauraki Gulf / Tikapa Moana Marine Protection Bill has become New Zealand's largest ever foiling event by entries. Posted on 24 May
Copa del Rey MAPFRE surpasses 100 entries
Still almost two months to go until the start The Copa del Rey MAPFRE continues to exceed expectations — and this year, it's doing so well in advance. Posted on 23 May
America's Cup: Big changes in crew line-up
Women and Youth crews to sail in AC75 in the next Cup - Final Draft of AC38 Protocol Historic changes are proposed in the Final Draft of the Protocol released by the America's Cup Defender. For the first time a Female and Youth crew members will be part of the six-crew lineup on board the all-electric AC75s. Posted on 23 May
America's Cup: The Blitz of Statements
Various parties associated with the America's Cup released statements calling for more transparency Various parties associated with the America's Cup released statements calling for more transparency in the America's Cup. Emirates Team New Zealand responded by releasing what is tagged as the Final Draft of the Protocol. Posted on 23 May
IMA Maxi Europeans overall
Bella Mente successfully defends her IMA European Championship title The 20 remaining yachts competing in the IMA Maxi European Championship, organised by the Circolo del Remo e della Vela Italia in conjunction with the International Maxi Association, took part in a final coastal race today in a 8-14 knot southwesterly. Posted on 22 May
Cape Horn Hall of Fame nominations close by 30 May
Public nominations open for just a little longer The International Association of Cape Horners (IACH) is calling for nominations for new inductees to the Cape Horn Hall of Fame. Posted on 22 May
PredictWind - Offshore App 728x90 BOTTOMLloyd Stevenson - AC Alinghi 1456x180px BOTTOMArmstrong 728x90 - HA Foil Range - BOTTOM