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VESSELS OWNED BY NOT-FOR-PROFITS
FRIEND OR FOE? By Ms Claire Strodder, Maritime Lawyer Yachting and boating clubs are a normal part of the Australian cultural landscape and have been
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Boater’s Quiz: Are You Up To Speed?
The Transport Operations (Marine Safety) Act 1994 (Qld) imposes a general safety obligation on all vessel owners, operators, masters and crew. The general safety obligations
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Marine Incidents and You
There is always the chance of being involved in a marine incident when you are out on the waters. What do you do if it
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Trailer Safety Certificates
Trailers can travel on highways up to speeds of 110kph. Therefore, just as with the vehicles that tow them, it is imperative that trailers also
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COLREGS Quiz
The COLREGs is short-hand for the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972, and they outline the internationally agreed rules for safe navigation of
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Marine Order 505 Changes
You may have heard about the proposed changes to Marine Order 505 (Certificates of Competency – national law) 2013 which are likely come into effect
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Kids’ Lifejackets – The Right Fit
So you have finally purchased a 4.8-metre open boat. You then set out to do some shopping for safety equipment. Your 11-year-old is helping out
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Queensland launches summer boating drive
A new maritime enforcement team will hit Queensland waters this summer to help stem a rise in boating incidents. The team of specially-trained Maritime Safety
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Purchasing A Second Hand Vessel
Let’s assume that you have found the boat of your dreams that suits you and how you will use it. Now, first be sure that
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Boat Licence? Yes, Please!
If you live on the Gold Coast, and you have considered obtaining a boat licence but haven’t taken the first steps, we encourage you to
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