Posted on November 11, 2026
The vessel was unmanned at the time of the incident and no injuries were reported. The cause of the incident remains under investigation.
The dredger has since been successfully recovered using a crane and barge operation and transported to Web Dock Marina
Beach reopening
Council has reopened South Melbourne Beach between the South Melbourne Surf Life Saving Club and Kerferd Road Pier following the successful removal of the dredger.
Who is managing the response?
Parks Victoria is coordinating the multi-agency response, working with EPA, the Department of Transport and Planning, City of Port Phillip, maritime authorities and other response partners.
Council is supporting the response and managing matters within its area of responsibility.
