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VICTORIAN REGIONAL CHANNELS AUTHORITY

Channels House - Level 2, 235 Ryrie St Geelong, Vic 3220
Phone: +61 3 5225 3500


VRCA

OUR ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Victorian Regional Channels Authority (VRCA) began operations on 1 April 2004. The VRCA was established to manage the commercial navigation of the channels in Geelong port waters and to oversee the Channel Management for the Port of Portland and Hastings. The Authority was established by the Victorian Government under the Port Management Act 1995 and the Transport Integration Act 2010.

In managing the Geelong channels, the VRCA's key responsibilities include:

  • Management of shipping control
  • Provision of navigation aids
  • Channel management
  • Marine environment protection
  • Safety and security
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Recent News At VRCA
VRCA to Manage Port of Hastings from July 1

VRCA to Manage Port of Hastings

Victorian Regional Channels Authority will resume direct control of shipping channel management and vessel movement in Victoria’s Port of Hastings from July 1.
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Mr Michael Harvey joins VRCA as CEO

Mr Michael Harvey joined VRCA as CEO in February 2017, having previously worked in senior roles in the shipping industries and in the commercial port operations.
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Record tanker depth points to new Geelong shipping heights

BREAKING of a Geelong shipping depth record by oil tanker Phoenix Advance points to multi million-dollar benefits.

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Ongoing Maintenance on the Port

VRCA has an ongoing maintenance program throughout the Port of Geelong. This video has will show you some of the program

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VRCA installs `watchdog’ to improve ship safety

The VRCA has installed sophisticated technology that automatically raises the alarm with marine authorities.

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New $8 Million Program

A new works program that will further improve access, safety and efficiency for ships using Geelong shipping channels and berthing at Refinery pier.

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Cyber Smart Shipping

Computer Simulation programs are triggering real-life improvements as the VRCA draws on sophisticated cyber technology to help plan a strong future for Geelong's thriving port 

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Planning Geelong Port Future

Port Phillip Sea Pilots carefully guided 'virtual' ships into Corio Bay this week as part of high-tech planning to ensure Geelong's shipping hub remains at the forefront of trade.

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Transforming Geelong

The Committee for Geelong has released its latest status report on the Geelong economy detailing all of the new future projects in store. 

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Port Development Strategy

The first Port Development Strategy for the port of Geelong has been released by the Victorian Regional Channels Authority.

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Safety of navigation is our priority

One of VRCA’s principal functions is to exercise general direction and control of the movement of vessels.

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Tidal Gauge - Now Online

VRCA has installed new gauges at both ends of the channel to ensure accurate information is available in real-time for all ships.

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The George Molland

The George Molland is the boat used by the Harbour Master at VRCA to patrol the Geelong Port daily.

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Ships in Geelong getting larger

The port of Geelong is the largest regional port in VIC and can lay claim to being one of the largest multi-cargo bulk facilities in AUS.

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Planning a boating trip?

If you’re preparing to head out on the water this summer, check the Bureau’s round-the-clock forecast service first.

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