Marine Flares

Most marine flares have a use-by date of three years and must be replaced before their expiry date.

Because flares contain explosive matter, it's important that you dispose of them safely and legally.

The NSW Government runs a free mobile collection program for expired flares during peak boating season, with temporary collection points set up at boat ramps across the state in November, January and April.

The 2024/25 collection schedule for Newcastle is listed below.

Stockton North Boat Ramp - Fullerton Street, Stockton

Saturday 16 November 2024, 3.30pm–5.30pm
Wednesday 15 January 2025, 3.30pm–5.30pm
Thursday 24 April 2025, 10.15am–11.45am

Carrington Boat Ramp - Pat Jordon Oval, Tully Street, Carrington

Sunday 17 November 2024, 7.30am-10.30am
Thursday 16 January 2025, 7.30am–10.30am
Thursday 24 April 2025, 12.30pm–2.00pm

Please check the NSW Government's collection site search to confirm current details before attending an event, and for collection dates at boat ramps in other local government areas.

City of Newcastle acknowledges that we operate on the grounds of the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples.
We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing relationship with the land, and that they are the proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession.
CN reiterates its commitment to address disadvantages and attain justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples of this community.