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Wind warning for skippers
04 Sep 2026
Wind has been highlighted as factor in a third of serious boating incidents in WA. Our safety campaign ‘Weather or not’ has a focus on wind conditions, aiming combat this concerning statistic.
Beat the arvo rush! Selected centres open from 7.15am
04 Sep 2026
Are you up early? We are too! When you need to visit a DTMI centre, beat the afternoon rush by heading into one of our extended trading hours centres first thing.
Parachute flares no longer compliant
01 Sep 2026
A three-year phase out of parachute flares is complete with the items no longer recognised as safety compliant on WA waterways.
Wadandi Track construction tender awarded
21 Aug 2026
A construction tender has been awarded to deliver the first sections of new track as part of the $17.5 million expansion of the Wadandi Track.
Strengthening Balgo’s lifeline
20 Aug 2026
DTMI’s Aboriginal Community Airstrip Renewal Program (ACARP) team are responsible for managing airstrip infrastructure upgrades in some of the State’s most remote Aboriginal communities.
Have your say: Active travel in Geraldton and the Mid West
07 Aug 2026
Do you visit or live in Geraldton and Mid West surrounds? We want to know your local travel activities to help guide future bike riding connections and experiences.
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