Tug It Out

06/06/2026

Can you help Apanie?

We are on the lookout for a Block of Land, whether it’s your backyard or an empty block. Or a Shed/roof/building that we can fit the old 46ft girl in. 🚢

🗓️ Approximate: 6 months
📍 Location: Huonville, Geeveston, Franklin Preferred - but anywhere Southern Tassie considered. (Rent expected)

We don’t need huge space! Just enough to sit Apanie down and work around her.
We also do not require cover, it’s can literally be a parking lot! A roof is just a bonus.

Reach out if you know of, or have something! 😊

Contact:
Tugitouttas.com
[email protected]
0455 523 708

Please share this post and help us keep Apanie and maritime heritage alive. ⚓️

05/06/2026

We are attempting to locate the owner of a wooden vessel currently moored in Franklin.

A tree has become wedged between the vessel and its mooring, and the bow appears to be sitting slightly lower than normal. The tree is very large, and mostly submerged. We would like to contact the owner first as there may be damage, or that further damage could occur.

Please note: this vessel does not belong to The Wooden Boat Centre, and they are unaware of who owns it.

If you are the owner, or know who the owner may be, please contact us.

Tugitouttas.com

03/06/2026

"MERSEY"

Look familiar? This vessel shares many characteristics of Apanie in her WWII appearance.

Mersey was built in 1944 as Navy Tow Boat 45549.
In March of 1948 she was brought to Devonport, Tasmania as a port tugboat.

She now seems to be in a state of neglect, but we are unsure of what maintenance looks like or what (if any) the plans are.

Do you have a story or history on her? Let us know in the comments.

Although we haven't updated it in a while, Mersey is one of the vessels on our website directory:
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03/06/2026

This behemoth of a ship will be passing right by Apanie! Terrifying! We will definitely be onboard for that!

The 217-metre-long heavy-lift vessel Black Marlin will deliver a Tasmanian shipbuilder's new electric ferry to South America, after the previous transporter became caught up in the Strait of Hormuz closure.

31/05/2026

NERIDA - For Sale.

Unfortunately our last post was removed, so here we are again!

Nerida is a 1960s, 36ft Tasmanian Timber Vessel.
With an Aluminum wheel house, and converted interior, she is a perfect piece of History for any enthusiast.

She is currently suffering from start motor issues but will be sold with a functional operating motor after necessary repairs. (Optional purchased now as discounted price).

Known works are:
Three Topside Planks will need to be replaced.
Major bird poo collection.
Deck will need recaulking in some spaces (minor ingress).

Known Pros.
No Known Leaks in the Hull.
Working solar onboard.
Her live well has been converted into a Living area space.

Located: Beauty Point, Tasmania.

Price: $1,500 motor as-is
$2,000 with fully functional engine.

Please reach out with any inquiries
Tugitouttas.com

You can find a “tour” on our YT Channel:
https://youtu.be/l4EVdodUBYM?si=vCyy4pxaWG7OrbZH

30/05/2026

Good Trade? We faced the facts, we haven’t got time for the Markham Whaler, so we swapped for this sweet Stacer!
Perfect for Apanie trips! But don’t worry! Max is going to keep us updated on the Markham.

And yes, all the blur is the thick fog of the Huon Valley!

29/05/2026

SAILBOAT PARTS!
And not just sailboats, Outboards, Inboards, Cruiser, Commercial and more!

Give us a call for any parts your after! Or check out our Website: Tugitouttas.com

Need your boat gone? Give us a call! We salvage as much as we can!

27/05/2026

Beauty Point, Tasmania - A large steel vessel, sitting on the rocky shore, where she has been for many months. ⚓️
More photos in the Comments.

Tug It Out are on the Tamar River, if you need any services (Dewatering, Salvage, Scrap, Etc) up this end, now is the time!

Tugitouttas.com
0455523708

26/05/2026

RAIN & MORE RAIN, for the this week & next.
Dewatering, Drying, and Emergency Repairs.
24/7 Statewide - Tugitouttas.com

Cant check on your boat? Give us a call and we can check on it for you - 0455 523 708

25/05/2026

Have a look at this photo… supplied by a very special man who played a big role in Apanies life.
A wonderfully informative episode is on the way. ⚓️