945 — Flat Rocks

WA Department of Transport Nautical Chart

Fine-scale coastal navigation for reef complexes, shallow margins, and exposed near-shore waters.

🚤 Navigate Flat Rocks with Local Authority Confidence

Chart 945 — Flat Rocks is a detailed nautical chart published by the Western Australian Department of Transport to support safe recreational and local commercial boating around Flat Rocks and adjacent inshore waters.

This area is defined by reef structure, shallow shelves, and changing sea conditions—where accurate, large-scale charting is essential. The chart provides the clarity and confidence skippers need for careful approaches, fishing activity, and short coastal transits.

🧭 Why Skippers Rely on This Chart

• ⚓ Authoritative WA source — Published by the Department of Transport

• 🗺️ Large working scale (1:25,000) — Ideal for reef and near-shore navigation

• 🚦 Navigation aids clearly shown — Lights, beacons, piles & limits

• 🌊 Depth soundings & seabed detail — Critical around rock and reef systems

• 🚤 Hazard awareness — Supports safe operation in exposed coastal waters

• 🇦🇺 Printed locally in Australia — Crisp colour and professional finish

Compiled to specifications based on those of the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO), this chart adheres to recognised global standards while focusing on local Western Australian conditions.

🧠 Why Flat Rocks Needs a Dedicated Chart

Reef-dominated coastlines leave little room for error. This chart helps skippers:

• Identify rocky outcrops, reefs, and shallow areas

• Plan safe approaches and exits in variable swell

• Navigate confidently near popular fishing grounds

• Understand nautical limits and navigation aids

• Combine local knowledge with accurate charted reference

This is a working navigation tool, not a decorative map.

👥 Who This Chart Is For

• 🚤 Recreational skippers operating along reef-lined WA coast

• 🎣 Fishers targeting near-shore and reef systems

• 🛥️ Local commercial & service operators

• 🧭 Boating clubs & safety training providers

• 🗂️ Marine planners and educators

• 🎁 A practical local gift for serious WA boaters

If your boating includes Flat Rocks and surrounding waters, this chart belongs on board.

🗺️ What You’ll See on the Chart

Clear, concise, and navigationally relevant information, including:

• Accurate depth soundings

• Reef outlines and seabed contours

• Navigation aids (lights, beacons, piles)

• Marked nautical limits

• Identified hazards and obstructions

• Reference points for route planning and fishing activity

Mariners should keep charts current by regularly consulting relevant Notices to Mariners.

🖨️ Field-Ready Print Options

Choose the finish that suits reef and near-shore use:

📄 Paper (Standard)

• Full-colour print on quality paper

• Ideal for chart tables, planning, or protected use

💧 Waterproof DuPont™ Tyvek®

• Tear-proof, water-resistant & foldable

• Will not disintegrate when wet

• Ideal for on-board navigation

✍️ Laminated (Write-On / Wipe-Off)

• True encapsulation for durability

• Draw routes with whiteboard marker

• Apply map dots without permanent marking

• Resistant to tears, stains, and heavy handling

📐 Chart Specifications

⚠️ 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 reef 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 Flat Rocks with confidence?

Select your preferred finish and add Chart 945 — Flat Rocks to your kit today.