Terms & Conditions
1. Marina use requirements/regulations

1.1 All vessels in the marina must be covered by a current comprehensive insurance policy with adequate levels of cover, and the policy must include both third party property and public liability cover.

1.2 Boat owners are to ensure that their vessel is kept in good order and condition and is not allowed to become unsightly, dilapidated or dangerous.

1.3 Boat owners must notify council immediately of any incidents or accidents that occur within the marina that results in any personal injury or property damage.

1.4 It is the responsibility of boat owners/operators to familiarise themselves with the boat channel and navigate it safely being cognizant of both the tide and draft of the vessel.

Tenants and their guests:

1.5 Must not use the leased berth, or permit the leased berth to be used for any unlawful purpose.

1.6 Must not engage in any offensive behaviour, such as being drunk and disorderly, abusive, aggressive, obscene etc

1.7 Must be considerate to their marina neighbours and not engage in activities that disturb the peace or bring discomfort to others.

1.8 Shall not throw/deposit/discharge/pump or otherwise place any toilet refuse/rubbish/ debris/oil/spirits/paint/flammable material or any other pollutant of any description upon the pontoons or water of the marina. Any governmental fines, including the cost of clean up, resulting from the actions of the tenant shall be the sole responsibility of the tenant.

1.9 Must keep docks/pontoons clean from grease/paints or other staining material. Tennant’s shall be responsible for all clean-up costs.

1.10 Must adhere to the “no wake” rule when operating vessels in both the marina and entry channel. Maximum speed is 4 knots or no wake, whichever occurs first.

1.11 Must ensure that no part of any moored vessel extends over the walkways. All boats shall be moored in a safe and secure manner on cleats with mooring lines of a high standard and condition capable of holding the moored vessel in all weather conditions. mooring lines must be polyethylene “silver rope” of at least 12mm diameter. Appropriate numbers of good quality fenders are to be used when docking, departing and mooring.

1.12 Must ensure that dinghies, kayaks and tenders are stored on either the tenant’s vessel or In the water within the tenants berth area.

1.13 If any vessel sinks within the marina the tenant must take immediate action to refloat or remove the vessel. If the tenant fails to take immediate action, Council will do so and the tenant will be responsible for all associated costs.

1.14 Must ensure that pets shall be leashed at all times when on the marina, and owners are to clean up after their pets appropriately.

1.15 Sailing within the marina is prohibited. Sailing vessels must operate with auxiliary power in the confines of the marina and the channel.

1.16 Liveaboard or extended stays on a vessel in the marina must have council approval, and additional charges for services may be applicable.

1.17 Must ensure that all marina pontoons are kept clear at all times to permit easy access of other boat crews and emergency services.

1.18 Must ensure that children under the age of 14 are supervised at all times.

1.19 Must keep the gates closed at all times.

Further Information For further information about the marina berths please contact the District Council of Franklin Harbour on 08 8629 2019.


Entry Channel - vessel draft and tides

The entry channel is currently only an all tides entry for vessels with a draft of 2ft (60cm’s) or less.

Vessels with deeper drafts will need to consider tides when entering and leaving the marina.

LAT at Cowell is 0
CD is -1.18 AHD
The Marina basin has been excavated to 3.5 AHD
The highest points in the main channel are 1.8 AHD

Therefore, if low tide is .21, Marina Depth will be 3.5-1.18+.21 = 2.53metres
Channel Depth will be 1.8-1.18+.21 = .83 metres

If tide is 1.1, Marina depth will be 3.5-1.18+1.1 = 3.42 metres
Channel depth will be 1.8-1.18+1.1 = 1.72 metres

It is important that all marina users understand these calculations and have read and understood the entry channel chart.

It is generally recommended that vessel operators allow a buffer of 60cm below their keel for safety