975 — White Point
WA Department of Transport Nautical Chart
Fine-scale coastal navigation for exposed headlands, reefs, and near-shore operations along the WA coast.
🚤 Navigate White Point with Local Authority Confidence
Chart 975 — White Point is a detailed nautical chart published by the Western Australian Department of Transport to support safe recreational and local commercial boating around White Point and surrounding inshore waters.
This stretch of coastline is shaped by headlands, reef systems, and exposed swell, where accurate chart detail is essential. The chart provides clear, large-scale information to help skippers manage approaches, fishing activity, and short coastal transits with confidence.
🧭 Why Skippers Rely on This Chart
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⚓ Authoritative WA source — Published by the Department of Transport
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🗺️ Large working scale (1:25,000) — Ideal for near-shore navigation
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🚦 Navigation aids clearly shown — Lights, beacons, piles & limits
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🌊 Depth soundings & seabed detail — Critical around reefs and drop-offs
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🚤 Hazard awareness — Supports safe operation in exposed 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 Western Australian conditions.
🧠 Why White Point Needs a Dedicated Chart
Headland waters demand attention and planning. This chart helps skippers:
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Identify reefs, shallow margins, and submerged hazards
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Plan safe approaches and exits in varying sea states
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Navigate confidently near rocky points and fishing grounds
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Understand nautical limits and navigation aids
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Combine local knowledge with accurate charted reference
This is a working navigation tool, not a decorative map.
👥 Who This Chart Is For
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🚤 Recreational skippers operating along exposed WA coastlines
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🎣 Fishers working reef and headland grounds
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🛥️ Local commercial & service operators
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🧭 Boating clubs & safety training providers
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🗂️ Marine planners and educators
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🎁 A practical local gift for serious WA boaters
If your boating includes White Point and surrounding waters, 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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Coastal outlines and seabed contours
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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 coastal route planning
Mariners should keep charts current by regularly consulting relevant Notices to Mariners.
🖨️ Field-Ready Print Options
Choose the finish that suits exposed coastal use:
📄 Paper (Standard)
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Full-colour print on 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 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 |
| Chart Number |
975 |
| Title |
White Point |
| Publisher |
WA Department of Transport |
| Scale |
1:25,000 |
| Format |
Single-sided sheet |
| Sheet Size |
840 mm × 590 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 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 coastal boating conditions.
🧭 Ready to navigate White Point with confidence?
Select your preferred finish and add Chart 975 — White Point to your kit today.