Coast Guard Townsville QF8

Australian Volunteer Coast Guard and MRQ have reached an agreement. Further details will be shared when information is available on the transition of Coast Guard Townsville.

🕗NEW OPERATING HOURS🕔

Effective from this weekend, our new base operating hours for weekends and public holidays will be 8:00am - 5:00pm.

This move aligns all days with the same base operating hours, 7 days / week, 8am - 5pm

We are still available outside of these hours, simply call our base landline number and it will divert to our after hours mobile.

Our thoughts are with Marine Rescue Ballina and the wider Marine Rescue NSW team.

This is a devastating reminder of the risks faced by marine rescue volunteers, It highlights the unforgiving nature of the marine environment and the courage shown by those who respond when others need help most.

Last night was the darkest night ever experienced by Marine Rescue NSW.

Marine Rescue NSW volunteers answer the call for help 24/7 and last night six members from Marine Rescue Ballina did just that. They launched with a single mission, to save lives on the water and assist a yacht, reported to be in difficulty off the South Ballina break wall.

Tragically, two of our volunteers lost their lives during the response.

Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Todd Andrews said the devastating loss is a solemn reminder of the risks faced by volunteers who serve their communities.

“These two men were serving their local community and have made the ultimate sacrifice to help others.

“Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of the deceased, their fellow crew members, the brave radio operators who handled the difficult communications during the incident, the entire Marine Rescue NSW family and the wider Ballina community during this incredibly difficult time.

“We are supporting our volunteers and their families through professional counselling and chaplaincy support.

“We ask that the privacy of those involved and their families be respected during this difficult time,” Commissioner Andrews said.

⚠️Limited event parking⚠️
Due to high number of boats out today, parking at Coast Guard Carpark for the BKFC FIGHT NIGHT AUSTRALIA event at Townsville Entertainment Centre may be very limited - please plan ahead if attending this event.

Welcome our new vessels!

Due to rising costs, we have introduced 2 new vessels to our fleet, they operate at significantly lower costs and are great for the environment!

Our experienced sail and paddle wheel boat crew are ready to assist broken down vessels and tow them safely back to shore.

Please be patient as response times may vary.