Derwent Sailing Squadron opens marina extension

The Derwent Sailing Squadron recently opened Tasmania’s largest, technically advanced, floating marina built on the western shores of the River Derwent at Sandy Bay. Named the Roy Barkas marina extension in honour of the driving force for the project DSS committee member Roy Barkas. The extension has doubled the club’s total marina capacity to 270 berths, including berths large enough to accommodate the biggest yachts competing in ocean races to Hobart. The marina extension is welcome news for boat owners in the south-east of Tasmania where marina occupancy has been at capacity. Many boat owners have already opted for long-term berth contracts of 10, 20 and even 40 years. The design and construction of the $6.5m extension has also provided a welcome injection of cash for local firms. Local marine…

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Cruising Helmsman (Digital) - 1 Issue, August 2016

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