March 2012 - Boating Industry Association of NSW

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industry news & issues 2011 Year end stats The latest data from NSW Maritime shows that NSW had 11,772 new vessel registrations for the year. This was down 7.7% on the previous year (12,751). Total registrations at 31/12/11 for PWC were 8,603 and non-PWC were 213,280, a total of 221,883 registered recreational vessels in the state. The year ended with 41,211 PWC licence holders and 467,543 general boating licence holders. This is a combined 508,754 licences being held in NSW. • See page 19 for more details. you’re in good hands BIA submission – Temperate East Marine Bioregional Plan & Commonwealth Marine Reserves The areas specified within the draft zone along the entire east coast of NSW which are accessible by recreational fishers indicate that NO fishing restrictions are being advocated for recreational activities. BIA supported the proposed recommendations which allow a range of activities to continue. It was submitted there was NO evidence that recreational fishing, particularly hook and line fishing and sports fishing, had any non-sustainable effect on the marine environment that would justify boating /fishing activities being restricted. Advocated there is no impact of recreational fishing on marine community structure due to the operational distance of boats offshore and water depths. In future consideration of management plans for specific areas BIA outlined criteria that must be met in the consideration of Marine Protected Areas. In particular the justification for any sanctuary zones (no take) and especially management of migratory or highly mobile species must have excellent scientific research and genuine consultation with coastal communities. BIA advocated maintenance of a responsible user and recreational management approach (tool box of measurers, bag limits, gear requirements, encouragement of catch and release, licensing and education programs). These measures are well accepted by boaters/fishers and the continued use of best practice will lead to healthy waterways, conservation, better boating and more fish. BIA also highlighted concerns of future plans of management being declared adjacent to state Marine Parks and the safety implications and greater exposure to risk for boats travelling longer distances further offshore. The only marine website owned and operated by the Boating Industry Associations & it’s Members 24 - March 2012 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK Diploma of Marine Surveying – EOI The BIA continues to work with TAFE under our Strategic Alliance to establish a Diploma qualification in Marine Surveying. Training and assessment options are due this year, and those who would like further information should contact Alan Barrett at BIA – barrett@bia.org. au or 9438 2077. Boat Show Planning If you are in the process of planning the upcoming season of boat shows, we may be able to help. The BIA has a series of flyers that are guides on how to get the best out of your time at a show. If you would like a copy, please Email your request to info@ sydneyboatshow.com.au and we will email you a copy. Trailer Boat Fishing Tournament The BIA of NSW will again be supporting the upcoming Club Marine Trailer Boat Fishing Tournament. This event scheduled for March 30, 31 & April 01 in Nelson Bay; Port Stephens is in its 19 th year. It attracts an enormous number of vessels and anglers from around the state. For more information about this event, visit www.tbft.com.au LIFEJACKETS You must have an approved lifejacket for each person on board. Check that they are in good condition and everyone knows where they are stored. It is recommended that children wear a lifejacket whenever in a boat. Make sure it is the right size and properly fi tted. Be prepared - have a drill so people know what to do if there is an accident. It is compulsory to wear a lifejacket when crossing a coastal bar. ENJOY SAFE BOATING www.bia.org.au Ph: 02 9438 2077 For employment in the marine industry log onto www.bia.org.au and click on ‘Employment ... Jobs Vacant/Jobs Wanted’ For boating weather log onto www.bom.gov.au/marine Boating Industry Association
Emergency Response Drill on Pittwater As Logbook goes to print, planning is being finalized for a multi-agency emergency response drill on Pittwater in March. The accidental brain-child of RMYC Marina Manager Peter Moxham, this exercise has taken on a life of its own. Incorporating NSW Fire and Rescue and Rural Fire Service, Water Police, Ambulance, and Maritime Services, the drill will simulate a fire aboard a berthed boat within the marina, throwing up some challenging scenarios to test not only emergency personnel, but marina staff as well. RMYC participated in the BIA’s pilot course Fire Safety Management of late 2011, from which a key deliverable is the building of practical relationships with relevant emergency response authorities. Obviously confident, RMYC has taken the bull by the horns! This drill will be the first of its kind involving all agencies, and represents a major learning opportunity for both these agencies and marina based businesses in the area. The RMYC team has extended the invitation to Marina Association colleagues to take part in or observe the exercise, which will get down to details that can really make a difference in first-response and the effective ‘handover’ of an incident to the pro’s. Further detail on BIA’s Fire Safety Management can be found in the Education & Training area of the BIA website – www.bia.org.au BIA expresses concerns on a proposal to restrict anchoring at Quarantine and Manly West Concerns have been raised over the proposal to restrict boating activity over the need to protect seagrass beds, potential seagrass habitat and the consultative process. BIA has advocated with governments at all levels for transparency and independent evaluation of science pertaining to restrictions on boating activities. Golf Day – 27 th March Don’t forget that the annual BIA Golf Day is just around the corner. If you have not as yet registered and are interested in participating, please contact Aaron McKenna on (02) 8197 4759 or 0430 115 043 to see if any openings remain. BIA acknowledges the occasional need to impose restrictions in the best interests of the environment. However to date no reports or explanation of the environmental merits of this proposal have been forthcoming. We keep this matter under review and will advise of the outcome. Upcoming Easter / Anzac Day Holidays Easter – Friday 6 th to Monday 9 th April. ANZAC Day – Wednesday 25 th April. OH&S Research Project The Best-practice research project undertaken by BIA in partnership with WorkCover NSW has drawn to a conclusion though we are yet to receive final clearance to publish the report. BIA will be working to deliver the outcomes of the 18-month exercise to members and the industry at large as soon as possible. For information, please contact Alan Barrett – barrett@bia.org.au or 9438 2077. BIA of NSW LOGBOOK March 2012 - 25
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