898 — Swan & Canning River

WA Department of Transport Nautical Chart

The definitive planning and navigation reference for Perth’s inner waterways.

🚤 Navigate Perth’s Rivers with Local Authority Confidence

Chart 898 — Swan & Canning River is a high-detail nautical chart published by the Western Australian Department of Transport to support safe recreational and local commercial boating across Perth’s most heavily used waterways.

From Fremantle through the Swan River to the upper reaches of the Canning, this chart captures the fine-grain detail that matters in river navigation—where shifting depths, bridge approaches, marked channels, speed zones, and vessel traffic demand precision and situational awareness.

Large-scale, clearly printed, and compiled to international charting standards, this is a working chart designed to be used, marked up, folded, and relied upon.

🧭 Why Skippers Rely on This Chart

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

• 🗺️ Large-scale precision (1:25,000) — Ideal for confined and busy waterways

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

• 🌊 Depth soundings & river detail — Essential for shallow or tidal sections

• 🚤 Traffic-aware planning — Navigate bridges, bends, and shared waterways

• 🇦🇺 Printed locally in Australia — Crisp colour, durable finishes

This chart is compiled to specifications based on those of the International Hydrographic Organisation (IHO), the global authority for charting standards—ensuring consistency, clarity, and professional presentation.

🧠 What Makes River Charts Different

River navigation demands more than coastline awareness. This chart is designed to help you:

• Plan safe transits through narrow channels

• Understand depth variations and tidal influence

• Identify hazards close to shore

• Navigate confidently near bridges, marinas, and jetties

• Maintain awareness in high-traffic recreational zones

Nautical charts are not decorative maps — they are essential safety tools.

👥 Who This Chart Is Ideal For

• 🚤 Recreational skippers cruising the Swan or Canning Rivers

• 🎣 Anglers & river users needing depth and obstruction awareness

• 🛥️ Local commercial operators working within Perth waters

• 🧭 Boating clubs & sailing schools for training and instruction

• 🗂️ Marine planners & educators

• 🎁 A practical, local gift for Perth boat owners

If you operate on these waterways, this chart belongs on your chart table.

🗺️ What You’ll See on the Chart

This chart provides clear, concise, and navigationally relevant information, including:

• Accurate depth soundings

• Marked channels and limits

• Navigation aids (lights, beacons, piles)

• Identified hazards and obstructions

• Shoreline detail and river features

• Nautical limits and reference points

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

🖨️ Field-Ready Print Options

Choose the finish that best matches how you boat:

📄 Paper (Standard)

• High-resolution, full-colour print

• Ideal for chart tables or protected environments

• Best for planning, instruction, or occasional use

💧 Waterproof DuPont™ Tyvek®

• Tear-proof, water-resistant & foldable

• Won’t disintegrate when wet

• Ideal for on-board, open-vessel use

✍️ Laminated (Write-On / Wipe-Off)

• True encapsulation for durability

• Draw routes with whiteboard marker

• Apply map dots without permanent marking

• Resistant to stains, tears, 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 local detail is critical.

🇦🇺 Our Commitment

At Mapworld, we print locally in Australia using professional materials and proven marine-friendly finishes. Every chart is carefully handled, checked, and supplied ready for real-world use—whether that’s on the water, in training, or during passage planning.

🧭 Ready to navigate Perth’s rivers with confidence?

Select your preferred finish and add Chart 898 — Swan & Canning River to your kit today.