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The Geelong Coastguard is a volunteer marine search & rescue service that extends from Corio Bay to Portarlington. In an emergency call 000

We have provided a continuous service for the local community for more than 60 years. Radio Frequencies Monitored at Coast Guard Melbourne (VMR360):
- VHF: 16, 67, 82, 21 and 20;
- HF: 2524;
- 27 MHZ: 88 and 86;

Marine Operations:
- Radio Monitoring
- Safety Patrols
- Vessel Assistance
- Offshore Tracking
- Search and Rescue

Public Education:
- Basic Seamanship Classes
- Coastal Navigation Classes
- Marine Radio Classes
- Boat Licence Course

25/10/2026

Ever wondered what the difference is between true north and magnetic north? - the diagram below helps explain it

20/10/2026

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18/10/2026

It’s important to know the correct radio protocols if you’re in trouble on the water - the guide below explains it for you

17/10/2026

This weekend we see MSAR’s first combined statewide presence at the Melbourne Boat Show. Big thanks to the volunteers from across a range of units that will be attending and representing and promoting all MSAR units and the critical work we do in protecting the boating community.

Today is the last day so if you're thinking about going down please visit the MSAR stand.

15/10/2026

12/10/2026

⚓ MARITIME NAVIGATION CHALLENGE | TEST YOUR BUOYAGE KNOWLEDGE!

You are navigating on a course of 090° (due East). A yellow-and-black navigation mark with two black cones pointing towards each other is observed directly ahead.

You are the Officer of the Watch. What action would you take?

i) Alter course to port
ii) Alter course to starboard
iii) Stop the engine
iv) Alter course onto the reciprocal course (270°)

Think carefully before answering! Identify the mark by its colour pattern and topmark, then consider what it indicates about the water around it.

Comment your answer and explain your reasoning. Don’t forget to mention the type of mark and the navigational significance of its topmark.

04/10/2026

Work at the Coastguard is always varied so you never know what tasks we face - this time we had a fishing line wrapped around our propellers which required careful removal - well done Sue!

22/09/2026

Check out this great image!! 😀

This image is an excellent example of all the cardinal marks on the water it includes what the marker is used for, the day shapes, the colours of markers and the lights at night. And of course the sequence flashes or light and how long they last. 👍 great refresh!!

20/09/2026

It’s always good to see our members progressing - last week we saw Roger Bush, David Meneilly and Gary Gourley progress to ‘Regular’ membership, one step closer to becoming Crew - well done gents, we’re looking forward to you all getting to the next stage and are grateful for your commitment and dedication to VF8

20/09/2026

Although today is not great weather for boating, be sure to know you who to call if or when something happens on the water.
General enquiries 0417 012 661
Emergency situations 000

Address

Swinburn Street
Geelong, VIC
3215

Website

http://coastguard.com.au/

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