Welcome!

Mission to Seafarers Port Walcott is a not for profit welfare charity supporting merchant crews servicing Port Walcott, Western Australia. Alongside our 'big brother' centre in Dampier, our mission work seeks to care for seafarers in every way, including spiritual, physical and emotional support. But at the heart of the care offered is the gospel, the saving good news of Jesus Christ.

John 3:16 - For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son,

that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

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We seek to support the welfare and treatment of all seafarers calling to Walcott and Dampier ports through a range of services. These are;

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Chaplaincy / Ship Visiting services

Our Chaplain (Revd. Steve) is able to visit and board vessels when they arrive in Dampier (and at times Port Walcott), and offer friendly pastoral conversation with any crew members who would like to talk. It doesn’t have to be a religious chat or service, although this is ok too. He could talk about anything such as life at sea, stress, family, or work.

Please contact Steve (chaplain@dampierseafarers.org) for further enquiry.

Our Walcott Transit and Centre Officer (John) is also available to chat with any crew members who would like to talk. We find seafarers greatly appreciate the opportunity to speak to someone new, even if it is just about the weather. The centre has free Bibles (in various languages) to pass on to crew if this is wanted. 

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Transport and Shore Leave

Shore leave is permitted in Australia and seafarers are entitled to access Seafarers Centres. Companies are responsible for crew health, safety, and wellbeing. Shore leave and access to shore-based welfare facilities is key to seafarer physical and mental health recovery and reduces risks of fatigue. We can assist crew in taking shore leave and bring them to our Centre where seafarers can find rest and recreation in a supportive and relaxed environment. 

Other payable transport services available upon request (hospital, hotel, airport).

Shore Leave information is found >HERE< or contact us: transit@mtsportwalcott.org

Our Centre

​The Centre provides a space where seafarers can sit and relax, enjoying some complimentary light refreshments. The space is equipped with a free Wi-Fi, a TV and Xbox. Close by to the centre, seafarers will find the local supermarket for any groceries, and a bar to enjoy food and drink.

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SIMS

This service is for vessels calling to our Dampier and Walcott ports. Masters can order SIM Cards on crew's behalf and we will deliver them to the vessel when berthed.  

Our primary SIM card provider is OPTUS using “FLEX PLUS” Prepaid plans.
OPTUS VALUE SIMS COME PRELOADED WITH DATA. 

Available Prepaid plans are;
1)  $12 - 5GB on first 3 recharges, 3GB thereafter.
2)  $35 - 50GB on first 3 recharges, 20GB thereafter.           

MTS can activate the ordered SIM cards on crew's behalf. This process is easier for crew, but does incur an extra fee of USD$2 per SIM. 

Completed SIM orders (form to complete is found >HERE<) can be returned to orders@dampierseafarers.org ideally one week before your arrival in port. 

NOTE: Crew details must be exactly the same as per passport/MCV. 

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More info from Optus: https://www.optus.com.au/prepaid/sim-plans                                
 

* TERMS AND CONDITIONS (Applicable to SIM orders)
Centre’s conversion rate (AUD to USD) is not applicable for the total payment reflected. 
In lieu of delivery fees payments are calculated at 1:1 (AUD to USD). 
Mission to Seafarers Dampier will arrange delivery of SIMs after berthing to all ports (Dampier and Port Walcott). 
Payment in USD to be made to centre driver upon berthing and receipt of SIM Order.

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IMPORTANT NOTES REGARDING MOBILE PHONES

Only compatible 4G/5G phones will work on the Optus mobile network. Calls, text and mobile data will not work on unsupported  mobile phones.

All mobile phones used in Australia must support Triple Zero (000) emergency calling over 4G networks.
3G handsets, as well as some newer 4G/5G handsets may not be compliant and are therefore deemed unsafe.
Optus is legally required to prevent mobile phones that cannot call Triple Zero (000) from accessing the Optus mobile network from 28 October 2024.

Mobile phone compatibility can be checked using the AMTA device checking tool:
https://amta.org.au/3g-closure-old/check-my-device/ 

CREWS MUST CHECK DEVICE COMPATIBILITY PRIOR TO ORDERING SIMS

NO REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED FOR INCOMPATIBLE DEVICES

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Fishing Licence Application

In Western Australia, you need a recreational fishing licence to fish from a powered boat/vessel. It is an offence to fish at anchorage without a licence.
(No fishing is allowed whilst alongside at any of the port berths either, this applies to everyone including holders of WA Fishing Licence.  Due to a recent increase in fishing at Port Walcott, we are sending this out to share awareness of the requirements when at port).

We can assist vessels and crew in applying for this licence. Our price is $40.00USD per licence application.

Completed Fishing Licence applications (form found >HERE< ) can be returned to orders@dampierseafarers.org for processing.

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Main photo above - Aerial photo of one of the two large wharfs that services Port Walcott.