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Thank you for your enquiry!
For those of you who have sailed with
us before, welcome back!
If this is your first encounter with us,
welcome aboard!
This information letter has been
designed to answer all of the relevant
questions that you may have regarding
charters on board the ‘Iron Joy’.
CHARTER TYPES AND DURATION
SURVEILLANCE
RESEARCH
TOWING
FISHING
FAMILY HOLIDAYS
DIVING/SNORKELLING
The Iron Joy is available for many different
charters, ranging from 7 nights to extended
trips. Her large fuel and water capacities
make her ideal for extended voyages.
If you would like further information
regarding any of the charters listed above,
please don’t hesitate to contact us.
PHONE: 07 4972 8885
FAX: 07 4972 5586
EMAIL: [email protected]
Postal: PO BOX 440,
GLADSTONE QLD 4680
“IRON JOY”
Length – 24M
Beam – 8M
Capacity – Caters for up to 22
passengers
Crew – 4
Tenders – 6 X 16FT Centre
Console Dinghy with 30 HP
Yamaha Engines
Fully Air-conditioned
Keg Facilities Available
Projector TV / In-house Movie
Channel
Satellite Television
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2012 CHARTERS
CHARTER RATES FOR 2012
Up to 15 Passengers $5025.00 + GST per night, INCLUDING FUEL* 16/17 Passengers $330/PP + GST per night, INCLUDING FUEL* 18/19 Passengers $325/PP + GST per night, INCLUDING FUEL* 20 TO 22 Passengers $320/PP + GST per night, INCLUDING FUEL*
*A surcharge will be incurred if the diesel
price rises above $1.65 per litre and will be
calculated on the bowser price on settlement
of charter invoice.
A separate fuel surcharge will apply for Coral
Sea and extended charters. These will be
quoted on an individual basis.
WHAT DOES THE DAILY CHARTER RATE
INCLUDE?
All meals and linen are provided, along with
the services of the deckhands. They will not
only clean and process your catch they will try
and make your stay with us as enjoyable as it
possibly can be.
EXTRAS
Alcohol, Bait and Soft Drink are all extras and
can be supplied upon request. If you would
like a pricelist, please don’t hesitate to ask.
Drink orders and special dietary requirements
are required at least two weeks prior to
departure.
REEF TAX
Government Reef Tax Applies and is charged
at $18.00 per person per charter.
GST
10% GST will be charged on:
Daily Charter Rate
Any Applicable Fuel Surcharges
All Extras (Beer, Wine, Spirits, Soft
Drinks and Bait)
DEPOSIT
A non-refundable deposit of a minimum of
$6000-00 is required to secure a booking.
DEPOSIT US DUE UPON CONFIRMATION.
Payments can be made by Cash or Cheque.
Unfortunately we do not have credit card
facilities.
For Direct Deposit:
National Australia Bank
Rob Benn Holdings Pty Ltd
BSB: 084-662
Account No: 89 291 8836
(Please list your name as a reference.)
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DESTINATIONS
You are only limited by your imagination!
We do a wide variety of charters ranging
from:
Capricorn Bunker Group
Swain Reefs
Coral Sea
Whitsundays
Shoal Water Bay
If you have a special destination in mind,
please don’t hesitate to ask us.
DEPARTURE / RETURN
The vessel usually departs from O’Connell
Wharf located on Flinders Parade near the
Yacht Club. Between 4-5pm for Swain Reefs
Charters and 1-2pm for Coral Sea Trips.
The vessel usually returns to port between 5-6
am unless requested otherwise for early
flights etc.
Departure times from the reef are determined
by the area in which you are fishing, i.e. if you
are fishing further north, you will depart the
reef earlier in the afternoon to return to port
in the necessary time.
WHAT TO BRING
For fishing charters, you should supply your
own rods, reels, tackle, knife, dehooker etc.
If you would like any advice on types of fishing
equipment most commonly used, don’t
hesitate to contact Pat’s Tackle World for
details on 07 49723 692 or email
A small esky comes in handy in the dinghy to
carry any refreshments with you & keep them
cool.
Most importantly a good hat, sunscreen,
spray jacket, and sunproof clothing (long
sleeve shirts / pants) are recommended.
SAFETY
Prior to departure your crew will run through
our onboard safety procedures. Please take
time to listen carefully and ask any questions
that you may have.
DIVING / SNORKELLING / SPEAR-FISHING*
If your group would like to undertake diving
or spear-fishing activities whilst on charter,
please inform us at the booking stage. If we
are not notified prior to your charter that you
wish to undertake Diving / Snorkelling / Spear
Fishing activities you will not be permitted to
bring your equipment onboard. It is a legal
requirement that we provide an extra
crewman for tender operations / lookout
duties as well as an Oxyviva which is to be
onboard at all times.*
These terms are not negotiable.
*A surcharge will apply to cover these extra
cost involved.
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CAR PARKING/MOTELS
O’Connell Wharf Car Park is located directly
across the street from the departure Wharf.
This car park is not a secure lock up but there
are tenants on site. Bookings are to be made
with the Iron Joy Office.
Compleat Angler is located at the Marina
Charter Wharf and provide car park facilities,
pricing is available by calling 07 4972 7283.
There are a number of Motels within walking
distance to the Gladstone Marina.
FOR THE JOURNEY HOME
If you would like Dry Ice or Foam Boxes for
your trip home, please advise us prior to your
departure. (Charges apply)
For those who would like to road freight their
fish home we will require details of delivery
address prior to departure. (Charges apply)
Kirby boxes are available for purchase upon
request.
Airline Foam boxes are required to air freight
fish. We have an Airline Express Account
which enables you to send fish at reasonable
rates if this is more suitable to you. If you
would like further details regarding air freight
please do not hesitate to ask.
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I hope that we have answered most of your
questions. If there is anything else you
would like to know or to see what dates we
have available, please don’t hesitate to
contact us.
CABIN LAYOUT
- All cabins have a flat
screen TV with In-house
Movie and Music
Channels.
- On Board Satellite TV.
- All cabins on the lower
deck have ensuites and
king single bunks.
GLASS MINIMISATION POLICY
In an effort to safely manage waste
and reduce the risk of injury to
persons onboard, we will be
encouraging a minimal glass policy
where reasonably practicable in
2012. We would appreciate your
co-operation with these changes.
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Main Deck – Iron Joy
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Below Deck - Iron Joy
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We look forward to having you onboard!
Kindest Regards,
Rob &Anita Benn.
Along with the Crew of the Iron Joy - Gladstone.