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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.

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
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2014 Channel Improvement Works

The VRCA is to widen the channel at the City Bend to ensure safe access for commercial shipping and undertake seabed investigations

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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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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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Marine Traffic Management System

A typical marine traffic management system is a system used by harbour or port authorities, similar to air traffic management.

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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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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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Automatic Identification System (AIS)

Commercial ships displayed information is used to monitor the progress of traffic in the Geelong channels

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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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Simulating the future of shipping

Harbour Master with the VRCA, Captain Dilip Abraham, said the project would help the Port of Geelong plan for the future.

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Geelong Port Education Site Launched

"My Port, My Place, My Geelong" is the new education website that is an integral part of their schools education program.

Click here to view the new website
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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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