2026 Melbourne to King Island Final Reminders
Have you read the latest Sailing Instructions?
Arrival and berthing information
Follow exactly the instructions given by the tender driver on where to berth.
We are using the fisherman’s moorings so follow their instructions as outlined in the SIs and on our website here to leave the moorings in good order. Use only moorings as directed.
Tender Service
The water police are monitoring the event, the KI boat club have asked everyone to wear a life jacket on the tender transfer service to avoid a fine. Consider bringing a waterproof bag for your personal gear.
Media matters
Please join the competitor WhatsApp Channel, the link has been sent to you via SMS. The best photo/video will win a prize. This allows us to share your experiences with a wider audience in order to grow participation in ocean racing, so thank you. This WhatsApp group is for competitors only. All photos are to be submitted by 4pm on Monday 9th March and they must be taken by yourself or nominated crew.
Send any photos or articles to
Biosecurity on King Island
Biosecurity Tasmania will provide a biosecurity bag to King Island Boat Club for crew to dispose of any biosecurity matter (fruit and vegetables) that may still be onboard upon your arrival on King Island. Please use the yellow biosecurity near the wharf area. Better still take nothing of concern on shore with you and take it back with you.
For more information: click here
Meals at KIBC
King Island Boat Club is putting in a huge volunteer effort to provide hot meals and drinks for you. Please show courtesy by at least coming in for an hour or so after the race (even if you are keen to head home straight away). Let them know how much we appreciate them doing so. A smile and a word of thanks goes a long way.
Leave at Home document
There is a Leave at Home document available for you to fill out and leave at home with your family and emergency contact, click here to view the document.
Skeds
Similarly, the Sked sheets are also available on the ORCV race web site. Click here to view.
Race tracker
Supporters can follow the race using the Blue Water Tracks link on the ORCV web site.
Don’t forget to add your photo to your Blue Water Tracks profile as well as ensure your boat and crew profiles are up to date. Details of how to update are found here:
Race Director contacts
The Race Director phone numbers (for operational needs only) during a race are:
- Race Director 1: 0418 396 605
- Race Director 2: 0418 396 465
- Email:
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Presentation
You will be notified of the time of the presentation by SMS.
Safety related matters
Keep your VHF on Ch16 and ensure the volume is turned up. We may need you to help others or you may need them to help you. Keep your mobile and Satphones on too and ensure you can hear them ring.
Together we can protect our oceans.
This King Island Race has been registered with Sailors for the Sea as a Clean Regatta. There are ways to get involved:
- Enjoy vegan/vegetarian or locally produced King Island product
- Join us for a beach clean up walk after presentations
- Please take all waste back to Melbourne.
King Islands Little Penguins
PFA’s (Poly-fluoroalkyl substances or forever chemicals) are widespread in Tasmanian penguins. So please stop throwing food packaging overboard and check for “fluoro” in cleaning products, sunscreen, soap and cooking products.
