Mariners are advised of benthic survey operations to be undertaken by Fathom Pacific Pty Ltd, within the Aurora Green Offshore Wind Feasibility Licence Area (Commonwealth waters) and associated cable routes located in both Commonwealth and Victorian waters, off the coast of Gippsland, between Woodside Beach and Seaspray Beach. The operations will take place between 10 August and 24 September 2026, subject to weather conditions.
The operational area extends from the coastline to approximately 27NM offshore. The operational area within Victorian waters will be bound by the following points: Table 1: Coordinates of the operational area in Victorian waters:
|
Point |
Latitude |
Longitude |
|
1 |
38° 34′ 53.01″ S |
146° 56′ 51.22″ E |
|
2 |
38° 36′ 19.72″ S |
147° 00′ 20.98″ E |
|
3 |
38° 25′ 18.87″ S |
147° 13′ 31.25″ E |
|
4 38° 23′ 07.52″ S |
147° 10′ 51.03″ E |