Purchase and Removal of an unidentified 'Pink Yacht'

⁠⁠⁠Overview

The Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (WA) is seeking offers for the purchase and removal of an unidentified pink yacht, approximately 6 metres in length, currently moored at the Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour.

About

The vessel was first reported to be secured to recreational mooring 616 in the Swan & Canning Mooring Control Area (MCA) on 25 May 2026. The unidentified yacht was moored in contravention of marine legislation as defined under regulation 40C(2)(b).

Efforts to identify and contact the owner have been unsuccessful. Pursuant to regulation 40K (Obstruction Notice) of the Navigable Waters Regulations 1958 (NWR), the vessel was transported to Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour by DTMI Compliance Officers. The bracket supporting the mast is broken, however the mast remains securely attached to the vessel and has sustained no damage.

The Item is being sold pursuant to regulation 42(a) of the Navigable Waters Regulations 1958.

Scope

The scope includes:

• Purchase of the unidentified pink yacht and all remnants as described
• Removal of the vessel and all remnants from the Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour

Contractor Requirements

• Works to make the vessel fit for transport are supported
• Works to restore or modify the vessel in its current moored location are not permitted

Information Requested

• A removal plan for the vessel
• The proposed timeframe in which the vessel is to be removed

Location

• Address: Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure Marine Operations Centre, 14 Capo D'Orlando Drive, South Fremantle, Western Australia
• Map: View on Google Maps

Enquiries

• Contact: Rachael McColgan, DTMI
• Phone: (08) 92168269
• Email: rachael.mccolgan@transport.wa.gov.au