Advice to ferry users

1. There is a 10 km/h speed limit on ramp and ferry
2. Wait until directed by the ferry operator before moving vehicle onto the ferry
3. Apply handbrake once vehicle is in position
4. Supervise children at all times
5. Keep clear of the operators walkway and ferry machinery
6. Do not hinder or obstruct the ferry operator
7. Upon request provide correct, name, address and gross vehicle mass
8. At night, drivers are requested to switch to parking lights only to avoid ‘blinding’ the ferry operator

Severe penalties exist for failing to comply with the above, under the Summary Offences Act        

Instructions for skippers in river vessels travelling through a ferry crossing (either direction)

1. At the 500 metre sign sound your horn for a prolonged blast of four to six seconds. If necessary, repeat signal at 100 metre sign.

2.  When approaching the 100 metre sign, move to centre of river and watch for a green flashing light from the ferry. If the ferry is in motion or the green light is off, slow down or stop.

3. When the ferry green light is flashing, proceed across at a speed no greater than four knots.  Remain in the centre of the river to ensure maximum clearance from the ferry and cables.

Note:
The ferry may show its green flashing light when at rest on either side of the river.