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Current and recent news

Here you can view all news items released in 2013 and 2012.

2013 and 2012 media statements

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22/05/2013: Navigation of Swan River safer with final stage of upgrade	KB
20/05/2013: National boating survey to benefit WA skippers	KB
06/05/2013: Hillarys takes national award	KB
29/04/2013: Increased customer convenience	KB
24/04/2013: On water changes at Rottnest to improve safety	KB
22/04/2013: Harbour breakwater construction progressing on schedule at Augusta	KB
22/04/2013: New measures for Proof of Identity security	KB
10/04/2013: New boating guide highlights safety changes on Walpole and Nornalup Inlets	KB
27/03/2013: Waroona Dam reopens for water skiing in time for Easter	KB
22/03/2013: Perth encouraged to join in the final Bikeweek event	KB
20/03/2013: Waroona Dam closed to water skiing	KB
18/03/2013: Maintenance dredging to start at Bandy Creek	KB
8/03/2013: Be safe on the water this Crab Fest	KB
25/02/2013: Beach goers thanked for lending a helping hand	KB
06/02/2013: PortLink Intermodal Freight Terminal tender awarded	KB
06/02/2013: Major navigation upgrade for Mandurah	KB
06/02/2013: Fremantle boat pens completed	KB
04/02/2013: Snorkellers should use dive flag	KB
04/02/2013: Paddle craft need safety gear	KB
26/01/2013: If you’re the skipper, you’re responsible on Australia Day	KB
25/01/2013: Logue Brooke Dam reopens for water skiing	KB
23/01/2013: Be prepared if you are spending time on the water this Australia Day	KB
14/01/2013: $6million available for coastal protection
14/01/2013: New learner's permit card	KB
11/01/2013: $8million RADS round opens to regional airports
21/12/2012: New iPad Walkability Audit Tool launched	KB
19/12/2012: New services for remote communities	KB
19/12/2012: Mid West skippers warned they need RST and flares	KB
10/12/2012: Introduction of Learner Approved Motorcycle Scheme (LAMS)	KB
30/11/2012: DoT working with barge owners in formulation of salvage plan	KB
29/11/2012: DoT responds to barge grounding	KB
28/11/2012: Skippers told to check swell before going boating	KB
27/11/2012: Give a unique gift this year	KB
20/11/2012: Help on hand for those with tunnel trouble
19/11/2012: Navigation warning for ‘The Cut’	KB
19/11/2012: New measures designed to make water skiing safer on Swan and Canning	KB
16/11/2012: Works starts on new floating pontoon at Albany Waterfront	KB
16/11/2012: State Government funds Port Geographe solution
12/11/2012: Increased safety for novice drivers	KB
07/11/2012: Detailed design complete for 25 pens at Exmouth Boat Harbour
05/11/2012: Deadline set for flares to be in date	KB
02/11/2012: School leavers urged to play it safe on the water	KB
29/10/2012: Recreational Skipper’s Ticket needed on board	KB
22/10/2012: New Chinese zodiac number plates	KB
15/10/2012: Oil spill response training for Geraldton	KB
15/10/2012: New guide to assist coastal managers	KB
05/10/2012: Recreational Skipper’s Ticket needed for jetskis	KB
18/09/2012: Govt welcomes investment in Mid-West magnetite industry
13/09/2012: Perth Airport rail link route released
05/09/2012: Major boost for coastal protection funding
05/09/2012: New floating pontoon for Coral Bay	KB
02/09/2012: WA’s first light rail network gets the green light
31/08/2012: Annual bypassing starts at Port Geographe
17/08/2012: Waroona Dam reopens for water skiing	KB
17/08/2012: Plans endorsed for Denham’s future boating facilities	KB
15/08/2012: Esperance lead clean-up complete
13/08/2012: Don’t Expire campaign launched	KB
07/08/2012: Ellenbrook BRT concept design under way
25/07/2012: Port Hedland Boating Guide	KB
23/07/2012: Boating safety gets a new look	KB
12/07/2012: New Fremantle pens allocated	KB
12/07/2012: New transport planning guidelines to assist local Governments	KB
04/07/2012: Fare increase to offset fuel hike	KB
22/06/2012: New courtesy moorings for Peel	KB
22/06/2012: New courtesy moorings for Mangles Bay	KB
21/06/2012: Package of initiatives to improve MPT services
20/06/2012: Skippers need to minimise vessel wash near traffic bridge	KB
06/06/2012: Public ballot opens for new pens	KB
25/05/2012: Regional airports to share in $8.9million
21/05/2012: New Fremantle boat pens available in public ballot
18/05/2012: Changes to improve boating safety at Lake Kununurra and Lilly Creek Lagoon	KB
18/05/2012: New marine safety patrol vessel for Kununurra	KB
16/05/2012: Grants benefit boating facilities around WA
10/05/2012: Electronic reminders for licences and registrations
09/05/2012: Grants benefit Great Southern boating facilities
07/05/2012: New patrol vessel for Pilbara	KB
23/04/2012: Safety gear needed for PWCs offshore	KB
22/04/2012: $105million to address CBD congestion
16/04/2012: Medical checks no longer required for 75 and 78-year-old drivers
16/04/2012: South West skippers told to prepare for winter	KB
13/04/2012: Lake Jasper closed to motor boats following DEC request	KB
12/04/2012: Wash creating havoc for yachties at Fremantle bridges	KB
02/04/2012: Denham residents plan town’s future boating facilities	KB
02/04/2012: Skippers reminded to be responsible this Easter	KB
23/03/2012: Skippers targeted in new alcohol campaign	KB
21/03/2012: Mandurah gets Coastcam	KB
21/03/2012: Work to upgrade navigation aids at Tantabiddi (Ningaloo Reef)	KB
19/03/2012: Work about to start on final stage of Carnarvon Boat Ramp project	KB
16/03/2012: Changes to improve safety of waters off Albany	KB
14/03/2012: Pens available at Albany Waterfront Marina	KB
13/03/2012: Cyclists to benefit from bicycle network plan
12/03/2012: Waroona Dam temporarily closed to water skiing	KB
12/03/2012: Hands on learning for skippers at Hillarys Boat Show	KB
02/03/2012: Skippers need to be responsible at CrabFest	KB
27/02/2012: Skippers urged Take care be prop aware	KB
15/02/2012: Deadline nears for comments on proposed riverpark changes	KB
15/02/2012: Skippers warned to stay clear of swimmers and support vessels at HBF Rottnest Channel Swim	KB
13/02/2012: Warning for divers operating at the Rottnest Trench Fish Aggregation Device	KB
06/02/2012: Latest marine campaign urges skippers to Take care be prop aware	KB
26/01/2012: If you're the skipper, you're responsible on Australia Day	KB
20/01/2012: You're the skipper, you're responsible this Australia Day	KB
10/01/2012: Recreational boating facilities grants close soon	KB
05/01/2012: Land lease opportunities at Augusta Boat Harbour	KB

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