963 — Dongara – Point Denison
WA Department of Transport Nautical Chart
Large-scale coastal and harbour navigation for a working port, near-shore reefs, and Mid West approaches.
🚤 Navigate Dongara–Point Denison with Local Authority Confidence
Chart 963 — Dongara – Point Denison is a detailed nautical chart published by the Western Australian Department of Transport to support safe recreational and local commercial boating around Dongara and Point Denison on Western Australia’s Mid West coast.
This area blends harbour operations, coastal approaches, reefs, and exposed inshore waters. The chart delivers the large-scale clarity skippers need when entering or leaving port, working close to shore, or planning safe coastal passages.
🧭 Why Skippers Rely on This Chart
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⚓ Authoritative WA source — Published by the Department of Transport
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🗺️ Large-scale detail (1:25,000) — Ideal for harbour approaches and inshore navigation
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🚦 Navigation aids clearly shown — Lights, beacons, piles & limits
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🌊 Depth soundings & seabed detail — Essential near reefs and harbour margins
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🚤 Hazard awareness — Supports safe passage in mixed-use coastal waters
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🇦🇺 Printed locally in Australia — Crisp colour and professional finish
Compiled to specifications based on those of the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO), this chart follows recognised global standards while remaining focused on local WA conditions.
🧠 Why Dongara–Point Denison Needs a Dedicated Chart
This stretch of coast supports commercial fishing, recreational boating, and port traffic—often in changeable sea conditions. This chart helps skippers:
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Plan safe harbour entries and exits
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Identify reefs, shoals, and shallow margins
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Navigate confidently around working port activity
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Understand nautical limits and navigation aids
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Combine coastal cruising with clear situational awareness
This is a working navigation tool, not a decorative map.
👥 Who This Chart Is For
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🚤 Recreational skippers boating the Mid West coast
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🎣 Fishers & charter operators
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🛥️ Local commercial and service vessels
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🧭 Boating clubs & training providers
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🗂️ Marine planners and educators
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🎁 A practical Mid West gift for WA boat owners
If you boat in or out of Dongara or Port Denison, this chart belongs on board.
🗺️ What You’ll See on the Chart
Clear, concise, and navigationally relevant information, including:
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Accurate depth soundings
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Harbour infrastructure and coastal features
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Navigation aids (lights, beacons, piles)
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Marked nautical limits
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Identified hazards and obstructions
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Reference points for anchoring and passage planning
Mariners should keep charts current by regularly consulting relevant Notices to Mariners.
🖨️ Field-Ready Print Options
Choose the finish that suits harbour and coastal use:
📄 Paper (Standard)
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Full-colour print on high-quality paper
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Ideal for chart tables, planning, or protected use
💧 Waterproof DuPont™ Tyvek®
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Tear-proof, water-resistant & foldable
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Will not disintegrate when wet
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Ideal for on-board harbour navigation
✍️ Laminated (Write-On / Wipe-Off)
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True encapsulation for durability
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Draw routes with whiteboard marker
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Apply map dots without permanent marking
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Resistant to tears, stains, and heavy handling
📐 Chart Specifications
| Detail | Information |
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| Chart Number | 963 |
| Title | Dongara – Point Denison |
| Publisher | WA Department of Transport |
| Scale | 1:25,000 |
| Format | Single-sided sheet |
| Sheet Size | 590 mm × 840 mm |
| Colour | Full colour |
| Use | Recreational & local commercial boating |
| Production | Printed in Australia |
⚠️ Important Navigation Notice
These Department of Transport charts do not meet Australian or international chart carriage requirements, including SOLAS V.
For compliance-grade navigation, mariners must use official charts published by the Australian Hydrographic Service or UK Admiralty.
This chart is intended for planning, reference, and local navigation awareness, where detailed harbour and coastal knowledge is essential.
🇦🇺 Our Commitment
At Mapworld, we print charts locally in Australia using professional-grade materials and marine-ready finishes. Every chart is carefully handled and checked—ready for real boating use along WA’s Mid West coast.
🧭 Ready to navigate Dongara–Point Denison with confidence?
Select your preferred finish and add Chart 963 — Dongara – Point Denison to your kit today.
