Tiare Taporo III (NZ Registration NZ 1572)

Hi,

We are a NZ registered monohull yacht. Length OA 41" (13.45M) Beam 10' (3.28M) Draft 6'3" (2.05M). We are currently in Cairns and will be leaving here towards the end of April for Darwin where we expect to arrive near the end of June. We are taking part in the 2013 Sail Indonesia Rally leaving Darwin on July 27th.

We would like to obtain a marina berth for our stay in Darwin during which time we would be living aboard.

To that end could you please advise the following:

1) Your berthage rates and all relevant charges that would apply to our vessel.

2) How we would go about reserving a confirmed berth. We do have email capacity at sea (ZMQ5985@sailmail.com)

3) We are aware of the restrictions regarding preventing importation of marine pests. We are hauling out in Cairns for antifouling and will be re-launched on March 28th. which is 3 months from our expected arrival in Darwin. We could obtain written confirmation of our antifouling from the Cairns boatyard if necessary. Is there any other documentation which might be required? Or inspections?

4) We understand that we would approach the marina entrance as close to HW as practicable. Is it then a matter of contacting the Lockmaster on VHF or by cellphone?

5) Please advise your approximate distance from the Darwin CBD - say the Australian Customs Office.

Your early attention to these queries would be most appreciated.

Regards,

Jim Donald and Jean Tallentire

s.v. Tiare Taporo III

c/o Bluewater Marina

Trinity Park

Cairns

Queensland 4879

Ph. (04) 99176934