Black Weir
Water craft use on Black Weir
- All Water-skiing requires a permit. Zones A and B are bookable by the public.
- No free style jet-skiing permitted. Jet Skis can only be used to tow water skiers.
- Use of uncontrolled water-skiing devices including but not limited to, a toboggan, tube or sea-biscuit are prohibited.
- Unpowered vessels and fishing craft can access all zones and do not need a permit.
- Aquatic events may restrict access and use. See the list of events below for more details.
For more information view the Black Weir - Rules of use flyer.
PUBLIC NOTICE No tubing or freestyle jet-skiing within the Black Weir. Penalties apply. |
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Black Weir boating permits
Due to high demand, all water ski vessels require a permit to operate on Black Weir. General boating and fishing vessels do not require a permit. The system allows you to book up to seven days in advance.
Booking a permit
Each permit is valid for one hour and users are able to book up to three hours (permits) in one day.
Any person not intending to use a booking must complete an online cancellation. Failure to cancel an unused booking online may result in a one month ban on the person/vessel involved.
For more information, please phone our Customer Service Centre on 13 48 10.
Tubing in Black Weir
A person (an operator) must not operate a ship towing an uncontrolled water-skiing device, including but not limited to, a toboggan, tube or sea-biscuit. Applies to all zones within Black Weir.
For more detailed information about Restricted areas and Speed limits please visit the relevant Maritime Safety Queensland web pages.
Aquatic Events that require Loam Island boat ramp closure
Please note: Due to COVID-19, some events may not go ahead on the dates listed and may be cancelled or postponed to a later date. Please check this page regularly for updates.
Event | Date | Time | Restricted Zone |
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Townsville & JCU Rowing Club All Schools Regatta | Sunday 7 May 2023 | 5am – 6pm | Zones A, B, C & D |
Riverway Rowing Club Event | Saturday 22 July 2023 | 5am – 10am | Zones A, B, C & D |
All Schools Regatta | Sunday 23 July 2023 | 5am – 6pm | Zones A, B, C & D |
NQ Schools Championship Regatta | Saturday 5 – Sunday 6 August 2023 | 5am – 6pm | Zones A, B, C & D |
Head of the River Schools Regatta | Sunday 20 August 2023 | 5am – 6pm | Zones A, B, C & D |
NQ Championship Regatta | Saturday 7 October 2023 | 5am – 6pm | Zones A, B, C & D |
Townsville Waterski Croc Run | Saturday 4 – Sunday 5 November 2023 | 6am – 5pm | Zones A, B, C & D |
Aquatic Events that allow vessel access to other zones
Please note: Due to COVID-19, some events may not go ahead on the dates listed and may be cancelled or postponed to a later date. Please check this page regularly for updates.
Event | Date | Time | Restricted Zone |
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All Abilities Water Sports Event | Sunday 12 March 2023 | 9am – 6pm | Zone A |
All Abilities Water Sports Event | Sunday 23 April 2023 | 9am – 6pm | Zone A |
All Abilities Water Sports Event | Sunday 21 May 2023 | 9am – 6pm | Zone A |
Riverway Rowing Club Event | Thursday 6 – Friday 7 July 2023 | 5am – 3pm | Zones B & C |
All Abilities Water Sports Event | Sunday 6 August 2023 | 9am – 6pm | Zone A |
Townsville Waterski Event | Saturday 2 – Sunday 3 September 2023 | 6am – 5pm | Zones C & D |
All Abilities Water Sports Event | Sunday 10 September 2023 | 9am – 6pm | Zone A |
All Abilities Water Sports Event | Sunday 8 October 2023 | 9am – 6pm | Zone A |
Townsville Dragon Boat Regatta | Sunday 8 October 2023 | 6am – 3pm | Zones C & D |
All Abilities Water Sports Event | Friday 13 October 2023 | 10:30am - 6pm | Zone A |
Townsville Waterski Event | Thursday 2 – Friday 3 November 2023 | 6am – 5pm | Zones C & D |
All Abilities Water Sports Event | Saturday 11 November 2023 | 9am – 6pm | Zone A |
All Abilities Water Sports Event | Sunday 10 December 2023 | 9am – 6pm | Zone A |