With summer a peak season for enjoying the open water, recreational boaters are being reminded to check safety equipment, including marine flares.
If flares have expired, they need to be safely disposed of. Transport for NSW Maritime is running a mobile collection program to assist with safe, legal disposal.
For Mosman boaties, the next date and nearest site is Saturday 24 January 2026, from 7.30am to 9am, at Tunks Park Boat Ramp, Brothers Avenue, Cammeray.
Vessels operating in open waters are legally required to carry two red hand flares and two orange smoke flares. Flares must be within their expiry date, in good condition, and stored in a sealed, waterproof, and accessible container.
Expired marine flares are hazardous as they can explode, ignite, activate false alarms, lead to legal penalties, and harm the environment.
The Expired Marine Flare Collection Program provides a safe, easy, and free way to dispose of unwanted and expired marine flares, helping protect waterways and the environment.
For more information visit Transport for NSW Maritime Expired Marine Flare Program.
