Resources

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ICOMIA – Climate Change Policy

Published April 2021 

ICOMIA members, who represent the international recreational marine industry, are committed to supporting a sustainable boating industry which is contingent upon a boating sector that is adaptable and prepared to take reasonable steps to mitigate the threats and risks associated with climate-related events. 

To read ICOMIA Declaration on Climate Change and the Climate Change Policy (CCP) Executive Summary, click on the following links.

Click here to read the Declaration letter Click here to read the CCP Executive summary
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Crown land 2031 State Strategic Plan for Crown land

Published June 2021

A 10-year vision for Crown land

Crown land 2031 represents the 10-year vision for Crown land in New South Wales. It is the first State Strategic Plan for Crown land. It reflects government and community aspirations to deliver social, environmental and economic benefits from Crown land. Crown land 2031 has been developed with input from community and stakeholders to set a foundation for a new and more flexible approach to the use and management of Crown land.

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ICOMIA Half Year Trend Report for Second half 2020

The International Council of Marine Industry Association’s (ICOMIA) has produced a half-yearly report on business conditions in the marine industry around the world.  32 country members contributed to help provide a snapshot overview of the 6 months – 1 July 2020 to 31 December 2020 – compared to the same period of the previous year – 1 July 2019 to 31 December 2019.

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Aboriginal Maritime Safety Plan 2020-2022

Aboriginal Maritime Safety Plan 2020-2022

Published by Transport for NSW

This plan sets out a range of priority actions to reduce the likelihood and consequences of boating incidents involving Aboriginal people on NSW waterways for the period 2020-2022.

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National biofouling management guidelines for recreational vessels

A report from the Federal Government.   Version1, 2009.

​​​Marine Pest Sectoral Committee, 2009

For owners and operators of recreational vessels.

Use these guidelines to keep your vessel free from biofouling. Includes guidance on how to:

  • clean your vessel
  • report a pest
  • prevent the spread of marine pests.
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National biofouling management guidelines for marinas, slipways, boat maintenance and recreational boating facilities.

A Federal Government report.   Version 1.0, 2021

Nationally agreed guidance material endorsed by the Marine Pest Sectoral Committee.

For marine facility owners, operators and their personnel.

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6 types of first-time buyers

A report from the resources of discover Boating USA – 6 types of first-time boat buyers

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Tomorrow’s boat owners

From the resources of Discover Boating USA – Findings from landmark research on first-time boat buyers

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Your brain on a boat

From the resources of Discover Boating USA – Research shows how being on the water can make you happier and healthier

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How to measure Exhibition Success

A guide from the Exhibition & Event Association of Australasia – A workbook for Marketers

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