Browsing Posts published in 2014

The Sea Guardian is the last sea going, solent-class vessel of her type in the world. Built in 1969 she served in sea rescue saving many lives and vessels over a 45 year period. She started her working life in Ireland, Wollongong in 1993 – 1998 and then St Helens in 1998 – 2009. After […]

                                                    Saturday the 22nd of November witnessed a fantastic working together of two community groups. TS Argonaut Naval Cadets joined St Helens Marine Rescue for on water experiences to enhance their land based […]

Scope Insurance Brokers P/L http://www.scopeinsurance.com.au/ St Helens Marine Rescue has pleasure in welcoming Scope Insurance’s  ongoing sponsorship of our organisation.  Scope Insurance is a Tasmanian owned company providing for the insurance needs of Tasmanians. We are delighted to have this very supportive and generous sponsorship. Scope Insurance has brokered coverage of our facilities and on […]

Sunday the 19th of October, 2014 gave Tasmania a reminder of the upcoming summer and the potential for fire. Bush fires are very much a part of the Australian landscape, St Helens was made aware and received a salutary reminder of this when  a stronger then anticipated wind shift propelled a burn off towards the residences of […]

Power of VHF Radio Sunday 12th of October, 2014, New Zealand yacht (catamaran) “Lucia” calls on channel 16 at 0745 hours. The skipper was seeking passage across the St Helens bar into Georges Bay. Conditions were good for a barway crossing. Queries covered tide, water depth, channel, and directions through the Bay to dock at […]