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Boating guides

The boating guides have been developed for popular boating locations and contain local marine safety information including boating hazards, facilities, speed restricted areas, water-ski, PWC and closed water areas.

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  Boating guides

Boating guides

Title Type Size Date
Albany boating guide PDF 2 Mb 22-Sep-17
Augusta Margaret River boating guide PDF 4 Mb 10-Dec-20
Broome Derby boating guide PDF 7 Mb 08-Sep-20
Bunbury-Busselton boating guide PDF 6 Mb 21-May-21
Canning River crabbing restrictions (Brochure) PDF 2 Mb 29-Nov-21
Carnarvon Denham boating guide PDF 4 Mb 16-Mar-17
Christmas Island boating guide PDF 2 Mb 15-Dec-20
Cocos Island boating guide PDF 5 Mb 14-Dec-20
Coral Bay boating guide PDF 3 Mb 14-Dec-20
Esperance boating guide PDF 5 Mb 21-May-21
Exmouth boating guide PDF 4 Mb 21-May-21
Exmouth Canals boating guide PDF 2 Mb 25-Jun-19
Geraldton - Port Denison boating guide PDF 4 Mb 22-Sep-17
Horizontal Falls boating guide PDF 1 Mb 01-Sep-20
Kalbarri Port Gregory boating guide PDF 2 Mb 16-Mar-17
Karratha Dampier boating guide PDF 3 Mb 26-Oct-18
Kununurra Wyndham boating guide PDF 7 Mb 04-Apr-22
Inland water ski dams and lakes PDF 9 Mb 15-May-21
Lake Kepwari boating guide PDF 1 Mb 10-Dec-20
Leeman to Lancelin boating guide PDF 7 Mb 16-Mar-17
Logue Brook Boating Guide PDF 3 Mb 16-Apr-20
Mandurah boating guide PDF 9 Mb 10-Jan-20
Mandurah canal navigation PDF 819 Kb 28-Dec-18
North Metropolitan boating guide PDF 4 Mb 14-Dec-20
North Metropolitan: Hillarys Boat Harbour ferries guide PDF 2 Mb 27-Jun-22
Onslow boating guide PDF 4 Mb 11-Dec-17
Port Hedland boating guide PDF 3 Mb 16-Mar-17
Rottnest Island boating guide PDF 4 Mb 13-Sep-21
South Metropolitan boating guide PDF 6 Mb 15-Jun-20
Swan Canning Riverpark: Boating guide PDF 3 Mb 09-Aug-21
Two Rocks and Moore River boating guide PDF 6 Mb 03-Feb-23
Walpole to Denmark boating guide PDF 4 Mb 28-Aug-19
Waroona Dam Boating Guide PDF 2 Mb 16-Apr-20
Wellington Dam boating guide PDF 2 Mb 05-Oct-22

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  Boating safety campaign related links

Don't go overboard on alcohol Find out about not going overboard on alcohol, including how many standard drinks are permitted for men and women. Go to link
Don't let safety expire Find out about not letting safety equipment expiry dates lapse, including tips and how to obtain your reminder sticker. Go to link
Kite and windsurfing safe Western Australia is a world class venue for kite boarding, and whether at an elite or recreational level, it is important to always ensure your safety comes first. Go to link
Lookout When boating, danger can come from different directions, so maintaining a proper lookout is crucial to boating safely. Go to link
Paddle Safe Find out how to paddle safe including safety equipment and tips, visibility, navigation lights, registration and preparing for your voyage. Go to link
SharkSmart (external site) We're helping WA get SharkSmart. We have always enjoyed a beach going lifestyle here in Western Australia, so it's important to understand the facts about sharks and the hazards they present. Go to link
Take care - be prop aware Find out about propeller safety here, including tips for the skipper on how to keep your passengers and others safe from injury. Go to link
You're the skipper Find out important information for all skippers, including your rights, duties and responsibilities. As the skipper, you are responsible for the safety of your vessel, passengers and others on the water. Go to link

  Boating safety equipment related links

Anchors Find out about anchors including how to choose the right anchor, selecting a site to anchor and retrieving the anchor. Anchor rules and regulations are also provided here. Go to link
Bailer or bilge pump What you need to know about bailer or bilge pumps. All vessels must carry some form of bilge pump or bailing equipment. Go to link
Electronic position indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs) Distress beacons are devices that when activated in a life threatening situation assists rescue authorities by providing the approximate location of the beacon. Lives are saved each year because responsible skippers carry distress beacons. Go to link
Distress flares All vessels operating outside protected waters must carry flares. The type you need depends on how far offshore you travel. Go to link
Fire extinguishers Find out if you are required to carry a fire extinguisher, the different types available and inspection and servicing information. Go to link
Lifejackets Find out about lifejackets including the types available, who must carry them, when to wear them and how to choose and maintain them. This section also contains a list of other approved lifejackets. Go to link
Marine radios Find out about the types of marine radios, who must carry one, licensing requirements, rules and operating hints and making distress calls. Go to link
Navigational lights Find out about navigation lights including range of visibility, placement and optional lights. You can also determine what lighting is needed for power vessels and sailing vessels. Go to link
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