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Safety on the water

It's time to get on board

New safety equipment requirements now apply for recreational vessels in WA.

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Get your RST

Getting a Recreational Skipper's Ticket (RST) is a simple process and means you can get out on the water safely. Find out what you need to do to get your ticket.
Recreational skippers ticket

Who needs an RST

An RST is necessary for a skipper on a recreational vessel with an engine greater than 6hp. Find out who is included and any exemptions which may apply.

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How to get a Recreational Skippers's Ticket (RST)

Find out how to get an RST

There are several steps to follow to get your RST. See what you need to do, how much it costs and other requirements.

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RST workbook and quizzes

Get the RST workbook and quizzes

The RST test includes both theory and practical. Download the workbook and take a practice quiz to be prepared for your assessment.

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Deckee

Get the Deckee app for the latest weather conditions, safety information and alerts for WA.

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Boating rules in WA

Find rules, safety advice and guides for boating in WA.

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Casual access to moorings

Recreational moorings now available for casual, short term use in some of WA's best boating locations

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Nautical charts

DoT publishes nautical charts of the WA coastline for use by recreational and local commercial vessels.

Download a chart

Deckee

Get the Deckee app for the latest weather conditions, safety information and alerts for WA.

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Boating rules in WA

Find rules, safety advice and guides for boating in WA.

Learn more

Casual access to moorings

Recreational moorings now available for casual, short term use in some of WA's best boating locations

Find out more

Nautical charts

DoT publishes nautical charts of the WA coastline for use by recreational and local commercial vessels.

Download a chart

Latest Marine news

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$3.5 million for coastal erosion and support planning projects

29 Jun 2023

Major coastal planning and protection projects in Denmark, Geraldton, Mandurah, and Busselton are among 37 projects to share in almost $3.6 million in State Government funding through CoastWA.

Casuarina

Temporary closure of boat ramp at Casuarina Boat Harbour

28 Jun 2023

Work to improve the trailer parking area at the boat launching ramp at Casuarina Boat Harbour will see the facility temporarily close over the winter months.

Casuarina Boat Harbour and boat ramp shown closure over winter
Wave buoy

Improved wave information for Geraldton

06 Apr 2023

Commercial fishermen and the recreational boating community operating out of Geraldton have access to improved information about ocean conditions following the deployment of a new directional wave buoy off the coast by the Department of Transport (DoT).

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Page last updated: Tue Sep 5 2023 11:13:27 AM