NSW wild weather alert
An alert has been issued by NSW Maritime warning boaties of severe weather conditions expected to hit the NSW coast on Monday and Tuesday, creating dangerous swell from the Hunter Coast to the Tweed Coast.
Boat owners are advised to be on high alert and to check the conditions before heading offshore to exposed waters, and before crossing coastal bars.
All passengers should wear lifejackets and skippers should ensure that boats and equipment are suitable for the conditions.
Official weather conditions can be obtained from www.bom.gov.au/nsw.