MARINE RESCUE VESSELS COMMISSIONED | NBN News

Thank you to everyone who attended today’s commissioning, and thank you to NBN Television for the coverage.

https://www.nbnnews.com.au/2019/02/02/marine-rescue-vessels-commissioned/

There was plenty of pomp and ceremony at Marine Rescue Central Coast's Point Clare base today as two new vessels came into commission. In further good news, the state government has revealed the facility itself is also set for an upgrade. ... See more

Marine Rescue NSW

NEW VESSELS UNVEILED FOR MARINE RESCUE CENTRAL COAST

Boaters will be safer across the Central Coast thanks to two new Marine Rescue NSW vessels joining the region’s arsenal of resources, Minister for Emergency Services Troy Grant said.

The Minister was joined by Adam Crouch MP – Member for Terrigal
and Liberal candidate Sue Dengate for Gosford to commission the new vessels today.

Mr Grant said the vessels would significantly strengthen the area’s rescue operations, and ensure all recreational boaters could enjoy local waterways safely.

“The NSW Liberals & Nationals Government is proud to have provided Marine Rescue’s volunteers with two new state-of-the-art, fully-equipped Naiad rescue boats worth more than $780,000, meaning safer seas across the Central Coast,” Mr Grant said.

“They’re among almost 90 new and refurbished rescue vessels delivered under Marine Rescue’s ongoing fleet modernisation program.”

Mr Crouch said Central Coast 30 is a 10-metre Terrigal-based vessel that can carry out offshore operations, while Central Coast 21 is a 7.5 metre vessel dispatched out of Point Clare that can respond to emergencies on Brisbane Water and up to 15 nautical miles offshore.

“These new additions will give Marine Rescue’s dedicated volunteers on the Central Coast valuable operational flexibility, and come on top of the State Government’s recent $37.6 million investment in the organisation – the biggest in its history,” Mr Crouch said.

Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Stacey Tannos said the Hunter-Central Coast region has been one of the state’s busiest in terms of marine rescues this summer.

“Central Coast rescue crews responded to 50 incidents in the past two months, including nine life-threatening emergencies,” Commissioner Tannos said.

“Thanks to the ongoing support of the State Government, we’ve been able to ensure our volunteers have modern, reliable and safe rescue vessels to assist the region’s large boating community in times of trouble.”

Liberal candidate Sue Dengate has welcomed today’s event.

“This part of the Central Coast can get very busy during the summer months, so it’s fantastic to have two new boats equipped with search and rescue, navigation and advanced first aid equipment,” Ms Dengate said. ... See more

Photos from Marine Rescue Central Coast's post

Marine Rescue Central Coast volunteers kept busy on Australia Day.

On Saturday morning after a morning briefing the duty crew headed out for a crew assessment on board Central Coast 21 two assessors were also on board.

Not long into the assessment the radio operators received a call from a gentleman on board his putt putt. He was beached in Lintern channel, had engine problems and required assistance.

It was decided that the duty crew on board CC21 would be tasked for the job and the assessment would continue.

CC21 arrived on scene, attached the tow line and started the tow to the putt putt wharf. The vessel was taken as close to the wharf as possible however had to row themselves a bit due to the tide.

Once the tow was complete CC21 headed over to Tascott to do some man over board drills. CC22 arrived and it was time to be assessed on towing, this time making the tow longer and shorter, and then bringing the vessel alongside to practice rafting.

Assessment went very well and I’m happy to say that it was successful (congratulations Hernan).

While the duty crew were having lunch a call came in from a vessel at Blackwall. They had just launched and had engine failure so drifted onto the mud. The boat crew quickly finished off their lunch and then went out to assist on board CC21.

The vessel was located and after carefully navigating their way through the mud a tow line was attached, the vessel was dropped off at the wharf at Blackwall ramp.

As CC21 was exiting the channel at Orange Grove another call came in for a vessel at Booker Bay requiring a tow to Lintern St ramp.

CC21 found the vessel attached a tow line and began the tow to Lintern St ramp. After dropping the vessel off at the ramp CC21 returned to base at around 1420.

At around 1430 a call came in from the skipper of a vessel with a flat battery at Lobster Beach. CC21 was tasked to assist, however on the way they were diverted to a 39ft yacht at Booker Bay that was taking on water. CC21 arrived on scene to find the yacht with persons on board all bucketing frantically. Crew members from CC21 came alongside and rafted up to the yacht and sent the crew on board to set up the bilge pump. While the crew pumped the yacht out they investigated where the water was coming from, they found the issue and quickly rectified the situation.

As the pump out was taking a long time (1 and a half hours approximately) CC22 was tasked to assist the vessel at Lobster Beach with the flat battery. Which they were able to start successfully.

Once the crew on board CC21 completed the pump out they headed down to Lobster Beach as Marine Rescue Cottage Point CP31 had towed a vessel there to be taken to Koolewong ramp. CC21 towed the vessel to Koolewong and arrived back at the base at around 1720.

In the evening Central Coast 21 and 22 were assisting with the fireworks at Woy Woy. After the fireworks were finished they were heading back to base when they received a call for help at around 2130 a tinny had run aground in Paddy’s channel.

After some time the vessel was located, the two people on board helped attach the tow line and then boarded CC21 for the tow back to Lions Park.

The exhausted crew on board CC21 arrived back to the Point Clare base just after 2300. ... See more

Marine Rescue Cottage Point

Central Coast 30 along with Marine Rescue Broken Bay, Cottage Point and Hawkesbury.

Cottage Point 30 and 31 pounding the Water ways with Broken Bay and Hawkesbury and Central Coast Marine Rescue monitoring the Big swim at Palm Beach. Another successful community venture with Surf Life Saving Clubs. ... See more

How to use VHF marine radio

Some very useful information on using your Marine radio.

https://youtu.be/taXBKDVIoRs

The ACMA has produced an educational video for the recreational boating community about how, and why it is important, to operate your VHF marine radio correc...

Marine Rescue NSW

NSW Premier announces $37.6 million funding injection for safer waters.
It's an historic day for the incredible volunteers at Marine Rescue NSW.

Troy Grant

An historic day for the incredible volunteers at Marine Rescue NSW and safer seas for the thousands of boaters across the state they’re sent to protect, with Premier Gladys Berejiklian today announcing an investment of $37.6M over 4 years for new vessels, new and upgraded units, and improvements to the marine radio network. With more and more people on our beautiful waterways, we’re making sure they have a helping hand if and when it’s needed Marine Rescue Port Jackson John Sidoti #nswgovernment #marinesafety #boating #emergencyservices ... See more

Marine Rescue NSW

Congratulations to Marine Rescue NSW Deputy Commissioner Dean Storey, who has been officially recognised for his commitment to boating safety and the development of the State’s official volunteer marine rescue service.

Deputy Commissioner Storey was awarded the prestigious Emergency Services Medal in the national Australia Day Honours.

MRNSW Commissioner Stacey Tannos congratulated the Deputy Commissioner on the national recognition of his distinguished service.

“Deputy Commissioner Storey has given exceptional service to assist and protect the boating community and drive the development of volunteer marine rescue capability on NSW waterways,” he said.

“This award is fitting recognition of his professionalism in building our organisation, matched by his commitment to ensuring our volunteers have the support, training and world-class resources they need to perform their duties safely and effectively.”

He said that since joining MRNSW in 2013, Deputy Commissioner Storey had been tireless in his commitment to the professional development of the organisation and its volunteers, introducing a range of new operational procedures, training programs and upgraded resources to enhance services and volunteer safety, qualifications and experience.

He is responsible for managing the service's operational activities, including emergency search and rescue response, fleet standards, volunteer training and the operation of the State’s marine radio network.

He has also been instrumental in the $20 million program to modernise the MRNSW rescue fleet, which has delivered 87 new and refurbished rescue vessels to ensure volunteers have safe, reliable and modern boats for their vital work to save lives on the water.

The Deputy Commissioner represents MRNSW on the State Rescue Board Risk and Resilience Sub-Committee and Policy Advisory Committee, which plans and delivers marine rescue services for the state.

He also brings insight to his senior management responsibilities from his own lengthy experience as an active volunteer, currently undertaking his 26th annual season of regular active patrols as a volunteer life saver, both in New Zealand and NSW. ... See more

Marine Rescue NSW

Boaters, have a safe and relaxing Australia Day long weekend. When you head out on the water tell your local Marine Rescue NSW unit where you're going, how many people are on board, expected return time and your contact details. ... See more

NEW BOAT FOR MARINE RESCUE MAKES A SPLASH

Local boaters will be safer on the water thanks to a new ‘amphibious vessel’ for sea rescue operations, funded by a $161,000 NSW Government Infrastructure Grant.

Adam Crouch MP – Member for Terrigal said the project would help Marine Rescue Central Coast volunteers rescue people who find themselves in distress in the ocean.

“The new vessel known as ‘sea legs’ will be capable of accessing beaches, inland waterways and coves which are inaccessible for emergency services,” Mr Crouch said.

“Due to its ability to be used on land and water, without requiring a separate trailer, the amphibious vessel will greatly reduce the time taken for volunteers to respond to an emergency.

“Thanks to our strong Budget position in NSW, we are able to provide funding for the equipment our local emergency service volunteers need and deserve.”

Marine Rescue Central Coast Unit Commander Roger Palmer said, “Having this boat available will not only help the boating public but also his dedicated team of volunteers to access the Marine Rescue craft at The Haven in a safe and timely manner.”

Minister for Racing Paul Toole said the project was funded through the Infrastructure Grants program.

“More than $50 million in funding is being provided during this current term of government for projects across sport and recreation, emergency preparedness, and arts and culture,” Mr Toole said. ... See more