The water level at the Nepean River is higher than usual, currently sitting at just over 2 metres, having fallen more than 60 centimetres in the past 4 days. This makes boating difficult and slow at Weir Reserve. Navigating through The Narrows is also not safe. As it is not possible to safely go through The Narrows, all crews and coaching boats will be using the reduced safe waterway, therefore being considerate takes on additional importance.