Transport for NSW advise vessel operators that sections of the Murray River are currently experiencing high water levels and flood conditions. As a result, pursuant to section 11 of the Marine Safety Act 1998, a Regulated Area with Special Restrictions will be established on the Murray River downstream of the Murray and Wakool River junction to the South Australian Border until further notice.
Vessel operators are encouraged to avoid using affected waters until conditions return to normal. However, persons requiring the use of these waters are advised that due to the potential to affect the safety of navigation, Transport for NSW has established a regulated area and epecial restrictions on the navigable waters of the Murray River, which remains in force until further notice.
The Regulated Area encompasses the waters of the Murray River:
- downstream of the Murray and Wakool River junction to the South Australian Border
