Published 18 August 2021 by the Boating Industry Association
On July 1 2021 a 12-month transitional period began for implementation of the Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) 2018 to replace the Motor Vehicle Standards Act 1989. The RVSA better reflects the significant changes in global and domestic vehicle markets and improvements in vehicle technologies over the last few decades.
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Published by better boating Victoria for the Victoria State Government
Frequently Asked Questions
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Summary Paper – May 2020
In March 2019, the Victorian Government established Better Boating Victoria to help make recreational boating cheaper and easier. This included a review of the management of boating infrastructure across Port Phillip and Western Port.
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Published by better boating Victoria for the Victoria State Government
Project Overview and progress
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Published by Transport for NSW Centre for Maritime Safety
Recreational Boating in NSW 2019 Survey Results
The survey aims to provide a detailed understanding of boater characteristics and boating activity in NSW. Annual survey data helps Transport for NSW (TfNSW) identify changes in the nature of recreational boating participation and activities over time.
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Recreational Boating Participation Executive Summary published September 2018
The Centre for Maritime Safety engaged Ipsos Market Research to determine the current participation level of recreation boating within New South Wales waterways.
The research was undertaken to assist in better understanding the demographic and behavioural profile of boaters across NSW.
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The NSW Maritime Infrastructure Plan sets out a strategic and coordinated approach to prioritising and delivering maritime infrastructure in NSW.
Published by Transport for NSW
Boating trauma and compliance in NSW
Report for the 10 year period to 30 June 2019
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Published by Transport for NSW
Boating incidents in NSW
Statistical Report for the 10‑year period ended 30 June 2018
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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
