Logbook - December 2015

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The official newsletter of the Boating Industry Association

LogBook NewsLetter

December 2015

The official newsletter of the Boating Industry Association PO Box 1204 CROWS NeST NSW 1585 PO Box 10262 Adelaide Business Centre SA 5000 ABN: 61 000 618 468

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NSW Office: Tel: (02) 9438 2077 Fax: (02) 9439 3983 SA Office: Tel: (08) 8340 9641 Fax: (08) 8340 7061 QLD Office: 0428 206 996 Boating Industries Alliance Australia: PH 08 8346 2266 Recorded information line: 1300 7BOATS (1300 726287) email: info@bia.org.au Web: www.bia.org.au & www.myboatinglife.com.au

BIA NSW & SA Board President: Alan Blake Vice-President: Robert Cuming Treasurer: Lyndon Turner Directors: Simon Cook, Michael Jarvin, Craig Evans, Peter Tucker, Allen Buckley, Darren Vaux.

Company Secretary: Roy Privett

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General Managers’ Reports BIA appoints National CEO

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New Australian Waters Qualification

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Planning for 2016 with Darren Vaux

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Marine Queensland to unite with BIA

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Adelaide’s On Water Boat Show

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Profile – Tim Hearse

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NSW Council Chairman: Alan Blake SA Council Chairman: Robert Cuming Qld President: Matthew Hodson

BIA Staff National Chief Executive Officer — Howard Glenn General Manager NSW — Roy Privett General Manager SA — George Bolton Marketing & Events Manager — Domenic Genua Financial Controller — Simon Hazelbrook Manager BIA Divisions — Alan Barrett Education & Training Coordinator — Corrina McMillan Operations Manager — James Thompson Marketing & Events Coordinator — Robyn Wingrove Marketing & Communications Coordinator — Megan Robson Secretary — Linda English Logbook gratefully acknowledges all that have contributed to this edition. In particular: Please sendBolton, editorial contributions Roy Privett, George Bob Wonders —toBob Wonders Domenic Genua at genua@bia.org.au Media Service (07) 5562 2867, Trevor Gill — Lighthouse Public For advertising Relations rates contact BIA (02) 0418the 821 948 & 9438 2077 Robin Copeland — SPINS 0414 266 768 Please send editorial contributions to Domenic Genua at genua@bia.org.au For advertising rates contact the BIA (02) 9438 2077

© Copyright 2015 BIA of NSW & SA. The opinions, advice and information contained herein have not been sought by any member or any other person but are offered as an information service and should not be relied upon as a substitute for detailed advice or as a basis for formulating business decisions. BIA intends by this statement to exclude any liability for any such opinions, advice or information within this publication.

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E-News wrap up

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NSW Maritime Awards

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Sydney Harbour Boating Destinations

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More courtesy moorings for Sydney Harbour

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After the storm: KB Marine picks up the pieces

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Education, Training & Development

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Front Cover: Season’s Greetings.

BIA NSW General Manager’s Catch-Up Boating Industry Association mergers on the move ... Chief Executive Officer appointed ... BIA NSW round up ...

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elcome to the December 2015 /January 2016 edition of the BIA NSW & SA Logbook.

The times are a changing. The progress towards a single entity association for the recreational boating industry has stepped up a gear or two. The Boating Industry Association of NSW & SA successfully merged in 2014 which established a strong and workable foundation. The process is nearing completion for the merger with Marine Qld and BIA NT bringing three states and a territory together.

So this is indeed why many in Queensland and NT will be receiving an edition of Logbook for the first time.

Logbook has been the principle communication tool for BIA NSW since its launch in May 1975. Another milestone was achieved in 2012 introducing a new platform of collaboration between BIANSW and BIASA to engage in a process that led to a bilateral merger of the two boating industry associations.

Since that time SA material has been published in Logbook together with reports from Nik Parker on Boating Industry Alliance of Australia activities.

As we travel down this process of merging NSW & SA with Marine Qld (Inc NT), and the possibility of other states in the near future joining together in a single entity to create a united industry association (Boating without Borders), the face of Logbook will once again change with the infusion of news and opinions from QLD & NT and other states to become a national publication for the recreational boating industry.

Indeed, in this issue, Marine Qld President Matthew Hodgson provides an update on the process of merging the associations and what it means for Queensland members. “Marine Qld has achieved some very special milestones and has had much success over the years and will continue to make a valuable contribution in the future at both a Queensland and National level”.

In addition to Logbook, BIANSW & SA members receive a fortnightly E-News with the latest information and member services that will be made available to Marine Qld & BIANT members as the merger process moves forward. There is an E-News Wrap Up in this edition. I am positive all boating industry participants around Australia will appreciate news, activities and opinions and a sharing of ideas to better promote and enhance our industry.

The process for change has well and truly gained momentum with the Houseboat Hirers Association of SA joining our ranks as a Division of BIA and working on expanding their services beyond South Australia. They are a welcome addition to our team and are developing a new (… cont. over page)

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We have a grand vision of promoting and protecting recreational boating without State borders and to deliver a strong foundation for improved efficiencies, member services and promotions, industry advocacy at a National, individual State and Local Government levels. The merger process into a single entity organisation will see a stronger and influential association emerge.

As an important part of this merger process and the creation of a new National Association the Boating Industry Association President Alan Blake announced in late November the appointment of Howard Glenn to the position of Chief Executive Officer.

Howard started his boating life in South Australia and has undertaken many challenging roles in state and community groups, Federal and State Government and is familiar with BIANSW, members running NSW Roads & Maritime Services programs as head of the Maritime Management Centre delivering new levels of support, access, waterways infrastructure and safe boating opportunities.

Howard has undertaken many important roles involved in developing core business systems, reducing overheads, improved financial management with close controls on investments and keeping key stakeholders informed and engaged. Howard will be reporting to our new National Board in formulating and implementing policy and strategy to achieve results across a diverse range of projects including growing participation in recreational boating, representing member’s interests to Government, providing career pathways and professional development for members and overseeing key commercial activities including a National Boat Show Program.

Howard will be based at BIA’s Sydney Office and I’m sure many members will get to meet Howard in his travels and at future BIA events.

Nik Parker currently General Manager of BIAA will be incorporated into the new National Association and will be assisting Howard Glenn in future projects and framing the Associations goals to deliver programs to members and the industry. State Managers Roy Privett (NSW) and George Bolton (SA) will continue to manage and represent the industry in their respective States.

Briefly turning to my patch, 2015 NSW activities has certainly provided a very busy and productive year. Many of these activities have been reported in Logbook and E-News together with the work of the BIA NSW & SA Board of Directors for laying the foundations for a stronger BIA. Presentation of the Sydney Trailer Boat Show at Homebush and the delivery of the Sydney International Boat Show (SIBS) over two venues created huge challenges. It’s only one more year before our return to Darling Harbour in August 2017. The support of the NSW Government and in particular Transport for NSW Roads and Maritime Services, and Infrastructure NSW for their assistance in ensuring SIBS continued to be presented during the reconstruction of the Darling Harbour precinct.

Watsons Bay Pilot Station Education Centre is now fully operational and in full training mode with the Boat Smart High School student program and other trainers. The Education Centre is managed by Corrina McMillian BIA’s Education & Training Co-ordinator. The Education Centre was opened in June 2015 following a two year program to rebuild a disused facility which was funded by Transport for NSW RMS. All training vessels, safety gear and classroom equipment was funded by the NSW Government under the Water Safety Black Spot Fund. Further details are presented in this Logbook edition.

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Marine Card Induction Program for contractors has been refreshed and an on line refresher course was launched in March.

Increased functionality has been built into the marine card website. This program has allowed BIA to develop an Access Management System which has now been rolled out to over twenty marinas and other facilities assisting their daily management of contractors, streamlining sign in process and meeting their OHS requirements. Further details are presented in this edition.

Discover Boating Week had its second outing in promoting public visitation and participation in boating activities.

Marine 15 “Boating for the Future” was a definite highlight with a great deal of support from members and our staff.

Planning has already commenced for Marine 17.

Our Government activities and advocacy in NSW has continued unabated. Matters have included NSW Moorings Review, Draft Boating Safety and Regional Plans, parking of boat trailers on public streets, review of Boat Driver Licences.

A full year of meetings for RMS Maritime and Property Group which was developed to attain better outcomes on Sydney Harbour lease and property management.

An RMS Joint Expert Maritime Working Group has met to bring together industry, Government Agencies, Coastal Councils and the Boat Owners Association. Issues of lease tenure continue to be pursued with Roads & Maritime Services and Crown Lands.

In all these discussions access, infrastructure, boating facilities, safety and opportunities for the boating industry and boaters has been at the forefront. Our Maritime Access and Infrastructure Council under the Chairmanship of the Hon John Murray has again been instrumental in bringing together key NSW Government Departments and Agencies for consideration of access and waterways infrastructure issues and identification of future opportunities.

Talking of waterways access and opening up facilities another initiative of Transport for NSW and RMS, and the BIA has been the relaunch of the Sydney Harbour Destinations Plan designed to increase services and boaters access to amenities around the Harbour. At participating marina, facilities are available and open to boaters from traditional services to cafes and kiosks, courtesy berths and moorings. This is opening up the harbour for a more enjoyable day on the water.

The participating marinas are identified by the Green Boating Destinations Marina Banner and the RMS website has all the maps and directions required.

Boating facilities on Sydney Harbour have also received a boost greatly assisted by RMS allocating an additional 18 new courtesy moorings. Further details in this edition of Logbook.

To our many members we thank you for your continuing support of the association and endorsement of the merger process that has been so successful between NSW and SA, with Marine Qld and NT about to come on board. The NSW and SA Directors, Councillors, Division Chairman and Staff are always available to discuss with you any matters or assistance you may require. Your comments on our communications and other services are always welcome.

Summer is certainly here. Great boating weather and there is so much more to come in our friendly boating climate. Spread the message “There’s Nothing on Earth like Owning a Boat”.

Our BIA NSW & SA Directors and BIA Staff extend to all our members and readers of Logbook a safe and enjoyable New Year. We trust you had plenty of time for family and friends during this busy period and of course grabbed every opportunity to enjoy some boating and most importantly a successful trading period for all members.

Roy Privett, General Manager, BIA NSW Division.

BIASA General Manager’s Report

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he BIA is continuing to receive very positive feedback to more direct and on-going engagement with current, past and prospective new members.

I have travelled extensively in South Australia and interstate in recent months to meet people in boating and allied industries and highlighting the advantages of BIA membership.

This more pro-active approach is paying dividends in terms of building BIA membership while enhancing business opportunities for individual operators and the industry as a whole.

The BIA logo is a brand that creates a high level of confidence and trust in the boating community. That is why businesses proudly showcase their commitment to the high standards of service and Code of Ethics that define the meaning of being a BIA member.

BIA members also have access to a range of benefits and special services including: • advocacy at all levels of Government; • direct input into regulatory systems; • dynamic marketing and promotions; • industry networking; • training and technical support; • access to statistical data and market research; • legal advice; • commercial incentives; and • national and global affiliations.

Apart from meeting industry representatives at their workplaces, I have attended a range of special events and functions to help elevate the profile of the BIA and its service advantages.

For example, I visited the Riverland Field Days at Barmera and the Yorke Peninsula Field Days at Paskerville, which are major regional events in South Australia showcasing broad industry sectors.

Participating in these events provided an excellent opportunity to spend time with our members and to engage with various other businesses that support our industry.

Adelaide On Water Boat Show

While membership consolidation has been high on the agenda, the BIA in SA has continued to actively explore wider dimensions in promoting the recreational boating lifestyle.

A significant initiative was the launch of the new Adelaide On Water Boat Show, held at Marina Adelaide on the Port River on the weekend of 17 and 18 October.

Immediately after the encouraging outcome of the 2015 Adelaide Boat Show in June – our flagship public event – representatives of the BIA SA Retailers Division met to consider the concept of an on water show.

It was agreed that such an event would allow the industry to display the types of vessels that do not normally participate in the June show, while also presenting a further marketing opportunity for members to exhibit craft on trailers and hard stands in the appealing Marina Adelaide precinct.

With careful planning in association with our industry partner, Kym Jones Exhibitions, the Adelaide On Water Boat Show proved to be a very successful venture in support of Discover Boating Week.

Greeted by wonderful warm weather and blue skies, the show was a spectacular promotion of the diversity of boating enjoyment with on water displays and activities, family entertainment and food and wine attractions.

Costs for exhibitors were minimised to build a wide showcase of vessels, engines and accessories and members of the public responded in very pleasing numbers to gold coin entry and free parking.

Another positive outcome was that proceeds from gate takings through the gold coin entry initiative provided a direct benefit to Variety – The Children’s Charity.

This edition of Logbook features an extensive wrap-up of the 2015 Adelaide On Water Boat Show.

BIA of Western Australia

As reported in the September 2015 edition of Logbook, I attended the BIA WA Board meeting in Perth on 9 June to address issues relating to the formation of a truly national association. After this meeting, a detailed Member Information Pack was distributed in WA. Nik Parker, General Manager of the BIAA, and I also attended a Special General Meeting that was held immediately after the BIA WA Annual General Meeting in Perth on 27 October.

Discussions in WA are continuing regarding this matter.

Houseboat Hirers Association

With overwhelming support from its members, the Houseboat Hirers Association (HHA) has become a division of the Boating Industry Association of NSW & SA Ltd with exciting new opportunities now available to operators on inland waters.

Through the resources of the BIA, the HHA will be able to provide its members with dynamic new promotions of houseboat experiences along with access to trusted advice on industrial, workplace, legislative and regulatory issues.

HHA Chief Executive, Peter Tucker, and I addressed a meeting of the Mildura Wentworth Houseboat Association on 15 October immediately before its Annual General Meeting.

At the meeting, we discussed progress of the merging of the State BIAs into a National Association and the positive outcomes that will flow from this development.

HHA Chairman, Allen Buckley, and I have also had initial discussions with the Chief Executive Officer of the Echuca Moama & District Tourism body regarding houseboat issues.

Grey Water Treatment

The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is collating outcomes from the synthetic testing of a HHA onboard nongalley greywater filter system.

The focus is on developing a grey water compliant system that is a cost effective solution for commercial and private vessels.

Lake Eildon

Allen Buckley, HHA committee member Ken Bampton and I recently attended a meeting at Lake Eildon with GoulburnMurray Water, which manages services in a region of 68,000 square kilometres bordered by the Great Dividing Range to

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the south, the River Murray to the north and stretching from Corryong in the east to Nyah in the west.

Arranged by the EPA, the meeting allowed us to discuss a range of issues including houseboat regulations, grey water treatment, irrigation, water supply and recreation and tourism on the lake.

There are currently 722 houseboats on Lake Eildon of which only 16 are hire vessels. A licence fee of about $60,000 applies to each houseboat on the lake and activities are highly regulated.

Supporting the houseboat industry on Lake Eildon is a vibrant local manufacturing and service sector with five houseboat manufacturers building vessels ranging in value from $750,000 up to $2.5 million.

Non-compliant Vessels on the River Murray

The EPA recently convened a River Murray Strategy Meeting at Renmark Paringa Council to discuss problems associated with non-compliant live-aboard and abandoned vessels in the backwaters of the river.

There have been mounting environmental concerns about this issue and questions about which government agency is ultimately responsible for the control of these vessels.

The SA Murray Darling Basin Natural Resources Management Board and the EPA convened a river inspection tour followed by the meeting at Renmark Paringa Council to consider a whole-of-Murray approach to the issue.

Port MacDonnell Marine Infrastructure Development

At the opening of the new facility at Port MacDonnell (from left) Tony Pasin, Federal Member for Barker; District Council of Grant Mayor, Richard Sage; Don Pegler, former State Member for Mount Gambier and former District Council of Grant Mayor; Stephen Mulligan Minister for Transport and Infrastructure; and George Bolton.

This project has been progressing over the past six years and it has been delivered under budget. Boat ramp access has doubled in size, fuelling facilities have moved from the end of the jetty to the harbour precinct, and a very large sealed car and trailer park has been developed.

The Australian Government contributed to the project along with the South Australian Government and the District Council of Grant.

River Safety Awareness Campaign

About 130 people attended the opening of the new marine hub at Port MacDonnell.

Port MacDonnell’s reputation as a key commercial and recreational fishing hub in the South East will flourish following the official launch of a $2.7 million redeveloped marine facility in October.

Officially opened by Stephen Mulligan, the Minister for Transport and Infrastructure, with Tony Pasin MP, the Federal Member for Barker in attendance, the new precinct is boosting use of the port by recreational boat owners while enhancing the efficiency of the multi-million dollar commercial rock lobster sector.

Port MacDonnell features the largest rock lobster fishing fleet in Australia and fishing and marine activities are critical to the economic and social well-being of the town.

Port MacDonnell boat ramp.

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Funding for river safety campaign (left to right) Adam Bruce, Adrian Pederick, Andrew Craddock, Georgina Sutton and Minister Stephen Mullighan.

A meeting was held at Marine House in Adelaide at which the River Murray Boating and Recreational Advisory Group (RMBRAG) progressed discussions on a public safety awareness campaign.

Stephen Mulligan, the Minister for Transport and Infrastructure, has made $20,000 available through a community grant to help the RMBRAG develop its programs.

A funding agreement was executed by the Minister and formally announced at Murray Bridge on 8 October in company with Adrian Pederick MP, the Member for Hammond, BIA SA and NSW Council Member, Andrew Craddock, Adam Bruce Chairman of RMBRAG, and Georgina Sutton, RMBRAG Media Relations.

George Bolton, General Manager, BIA SA.

BIAA General Manager’s Report

Safe, environmentally friendly boating

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s Logbook goes to press, the Spring edition of the biannual meeting of the state boating safety education group, ANZSBEG, is wrapping up in Melbourne. With a work program that covers a broad range of boating safety topics, from lifejackets to weather forecasts, training and licensing, ANSZBEG brings together the safety educators from each state and other boating safety stakeholders including Bureau of Met, Surf Lifesaving, ACMA and Yachting Australia.

BIAA represents the industry to provide input to the discussion and take away safety messages for promulgation to members and their customers.

Over the last two to three years, the reports from state safety agencies concerning lifejackets have shown a marked improvement in the rate wear. In some states, notably NSW, wear rate is now at the point where more people wear a lifejacket when boating than those that don’t.

There are still some significant variations across demographics, but the upward trend is certainly welcome.

This has been achieved via a mix of intensive promotion and also introduction of new designs of lifejackets that are less cumbersome and more comfortable. The latest work in standards for lifejackets goes as far as providing jackets suitable for use in high performance watersports such as surf lifesavings, kitesurfing and wakeboarding.

While it is good to see innovation at work in helping improve safety while on the water, there are also increasing reports of lifejacket failures, specifically failure where jackets have been serviced incorrectly or not serviced at all.

A key message being developed by members of ANZSBEG is that boaters should always look to engage competent marine professionals when having safety-critical equipment serviced or inspected.

This message is increasingly being promulgated by marine safety agencies by use of boater education materials that promote regular safety checks before each boating trip and periodic inspections and testing of the boat and all equipment via the likes of the BIA 50 Point Safety Check.

BIAA will be working with ANZSBEG to help develop this material further and to foster the creation of a ‘preferred supplier’ listing of BIA members to be promoted by the agencies.

Alongside safety, increasing efforts are now being taken to further protect the marine environment.

The last 10 years has seen a dramatic improvement in outboard engine emissions, particularly across higher power bands where now almost all new units are compliant with worldwide emission regulations.

Technology has also evolved right down through the power range and overall emissions are now significantly below the levels produced by units of 2005. However, Australia is one of the very few developed nations to not have marine engine (and other non-road engine) emission legislation and standards, leaving the market open to potential dumping of ‘dirty’ engines.

To address this, the Minister for the Environment announced at the Melbourne Boat Show in June that the long-awaited program to develop emission regulations to cover marine engines was to be introduced within the next 12-18 months.

Work has now commenced on what is known as the Non-Road Spark Ignition Engine Emission regulations and over the next few months a cross-sector industry working group will be developing advice for the Minister to then draft standards for emissions, compliance and enforcement measures to cover petrol outboards, inboards, PWC engines and evaporative emissions, plus various other non-road applications such as lawn mowers, chain saws and other outdoor power equipment.

The standards will be based on the US EPA standards, incorporating learnings from the system introduced there and modelled in other territories, to provide Australia with emission legislation that fits within the global legislation system: it will be important to ensure that Australia does not introduce a higher specification than other countries, but also that a level playing field is introduced that supports industry and the consumer, as well as the environment.

The marine industry will need to pay close attention as the standards are introduced: BIA will be developing briefing material to support members and will work closely with engine manufacturers and boat builders over the next 12 months, ahead of expected implementation during 2017.

Nik Parker, GM BIAA.

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Boating Industry Association appoints National CEO

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he Boating Industry Association of NSW & SA announced on 23 November 2015 the appointment of Howard Glenn as National Chief Executive Officer.

Howard Glenn is no stranger to the industry having held key and senior roles in the marine divisions of the NSW Government since 2008. He has specialised in getting the private and community sectors working together with governments on complex problems. Howard has had an extensive executive career in government, non-government organisations and the private sector. He spent the last seven years with NSW and nationally in leadership roles directing boating and maritime policy.

In his roles he has worked closely with the industry to achieve many significant and timely milestones. His previous roles in the ‘not-for-profit’ sector, combined with his understanding of the marine industry made him the ideal person to lift the industry in the coming years.

Alan Blake, President of the Boating Industry Association of NSW & SA said, “Our work with the Boards of the BIA of Queensland, Northern Territory and Western Australia has made some positive and significant steps in recent months to expedite the nationalisation of the BIA. “Queensland and Northern Territory will be formally incorporated into the group imminently, with Western Australian discussions moving positively with the hope that will be finalised early in the New Year. The Houseboat Hirers Association of SA will become a Division of the BIA by year end and in-turn work to nationalise their good work”.

This process of the national amalgamation is not new, with discussion about improving efficiencies and creating a united industry body on the table for almost 10 years.

Darren Vaux, Chairman of the Boating Industries Alliance Australia said, “The time arrived when we had to stand back and look at ourselves as an industry body and ask if we need to find new ways to better serve our industry.

“We exist for the purposes of seeing our members prosper and we do this through our advocacy, promotion of the boating lifestyle and empowerment of our members to get a better return for their business efforts.

“The nationalisation of the BIA will see the current national body morphed into the new national and amalgamated BIA, with a restructure to help deliver better results for industry.

Howard Glenn is the person that will oversee this transformation and drive our industry through its work in the future”.

With the ongoing effort for the national amalgamation of the state Association bodies, the Board of Directors identified the need to appoint a national CEO to continue the positive work done to date, and build a harmonious, efficient and fit for purpose industry body for the benefit of its industry members and the recreational boating lifestyle.

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amalgamated late in 2014 and in doing so lay the foundation for other willing states to join the fold. The BIA of Victoria has been invited to engage with the amalgamation process.

Alan Blake said, “Our ability to have Howard join and lead the Howard Glenn.

BIA team is a windfall for the recreational boating industry nationally. His background and expertise will lift the current team’s ability to better achieve our industry objectives.

“Howard is not replacing any individual, but will be looking to utilise the extensive industry knowledge and expertise that currently exists within the BIA to build on our current efficiencies and output nationally”.

2016 Boat show circuit The boat show circuit is important for the industry.

If you study the constitution and vision prepared by the founders of the Association all those decades ago, you will be surprised at how little has changed with respect to the desired end result.

2016 will be an interesting year for the BIA circuit of shows. The way we go to market will inevitably be a little different to what many are accustomed to. Nevertheless, it must be remembered that the desired end result is that we place our members in a position to prosper as a result of the events.

Boat Shows

Within this Logbook you will find a copy of the 2016 Wall Planner. At time of printing, the show dates listed were selected after local consultation with a number of key people in each state. Also a key factor in selecting the dates was the availability of space at the various desired venues.

When speaking to manufacturers, there was a very strong desire to ensure that no shows ran at the same time, and if possible that sufficient time was allowed between shows. Manufacturers are very keen to have troops on the ground at the key events to support their dealers and running concurrent shows or shows in subsequent weeks made this support too challenging.

There is no question that there are mixed and varied views on how, when, and where shows should be run.

These will no doubt be taken into consideration during the consultation process, and in doing so the way events are run will be done as is determined to be in the best interest of the industry.

Industry shows are run for the benefit of the recreational marine industry and to ensure that our industry has an opportunity to maximise its share of the leisure dollar.

Where show surpluses occur, this funding is used solely for the benefits of the recreational marine industry.

We do hope you can participate in a BIA organised and run show in 2016.

Get on board with new Australian Waters Qualification

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re you a boater who uses a VHF marine radio in Australian Territorial Waters (within 12 nautical miles of the coast)?

You’re now able to apply for a more appropriate marine radio qualification – the Australian Waters Qualification (AWQ) – which the ACMA recently approved for inclusion in the marine radio class licence.

While all marine radio users (except those operating 27MHz marine radio stations) must be qualified, until now boaters had to obtain a Certificate of Proficiency or an equivalent overseas qualification. But the approval of the AWQ gives a more streamlined option to relevant boaters.

Why do I need a qualification at all?

A marine radio can save lives. So it’s important that: • you know the correct channels to use, and how and when to use them • you know distress and safety procedures, including how to access search and rescue facilities • you know how to respond to an emergency call • your messages are understood and others know how to respond • you know what DSC is and the benefits of connecting a GPS to your radio • you know when and how to operate an EPIRB in a distress situation.

In an emergency, knowledge of distress and safety procedures helps everyone involved in the rescue.

Marine radiocommunications can also provide a variety of services to small vessels, including weather and navigational information.

So, the more you know about how to operate a marine radio, the more benefit you’ll get from yours.

Anyone operating a VHF marine radio without an appropriate qualification, or not under the supervision of an appropriately qualified person, may be breaching the Radiocommunications Act 1992. Significant penalties apply.

So get qualified!

How do I obtain the AWQ? The AWQ is a unit of competency (MARC019) included in the Maritime Training Package, which was approved by the Department of Industry on 27 February 2015.

A copy of the syllabus is available at http:// training.gov. au/Training/Details/MARC019.

The AWQ is available from any registered training organisation (RTO) that has included it on its scope. Most volunteer marine rescue groups are either an RTO in their own right or have a relationship with an RTO, so they can test boaters for the AWQ and issue a statement of attainment.

A list of RTOs who have included the Maritime Training Package on their scope is available at http://training.gov.au.

What does sitting for the AWQ involve?

It should take no more than two to three hours to obtain the AWQ. Once the RTO has assessed that you know how to operate a VHF marine radio, what channels to operate on and how to access search and rescue facilities, you will be issued with a Statement of Attainment for the AWQ. The assessment will include both a theory (for example, questions about frequencies and protocols) and practical component (actual

use of a radio). Costs for the assessment are determined by each individual RTO.

Help! Is there any training available before I attempt the AWQ? To help you easily learn about correct VHF marine radio procedures and protocols, an online training package has been developed – this series of lessons teaches you the right information in your own time and at your own pace. The package assesses what you’ve learned and advises when you’re ready to sit the actual exam.

A computer-based VHF marine radio simulator is also included, so you can learn and test your marine radio skills in a simulated hands-on environment. The training package is available at <www.anzsbeg.com.au>.

What happens to my existing certificate?

The ACMA’s internationally recognised marine radio qualifications – the Marine Radio Operator Certificate of Proficiency (MROCP) and Marine Radio Operator VHF Certificate of Proficiency (MROVCP) have had a name change.

Now known as the Long-Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency (formerly MROCP) and Short-Range Operator Certificate of Proficiency (formerly MROVCP), these certificates remain unchanged and are issued for life.

So, if you already have one of these qualifications, you don’t need to do anything.

However, if you’re looking to get qualified and you operate a VHF marine radio only within 12 nautical miles of the coast, this new domestic qualification may be easier, cheaper and quicker to obtain.

More information For more information on marine radio qualifications, go to: <www.acma.gov.au/marineradioqualifications> The ACMA VHF marine radio webpage at <www.acma. gov.au/vhfmarine> has great information and tips.

You can also subscribe to our e-bulletin to get the latest news, straight to your inbox.

If you want one of the international qualifications, then check out the Australian Maritime College website at <www. amc.edu.au/omc> for more information about obtaining either the short- or long-range certificate of proficiency.

NEW MEMBERS BIA Councils of NSW & SA and staff warmly welcome the following businesses into our Association and look forward to your participation in BIA activities and services:New South Wales Holmes Marine Pty Ltd – (David Holmes) Cummins South Pacific Pty Ltd – (Wally Kafer) South Australia Epic Marine SA – (Mark Bridger)

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Industry must prepare for the year ahead Now is the time to start planning for 2016, says Darren Vaux*, and for the boating community that means preparing for a Federal election.

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s we approach the summer of 2015 all of our best laid plans are bearing or ready to bear fruit for the season ahead. Clubs and marinas are holding their season openings and dealers and brokers are, hopefully, breaking records with boat sales. Now is the time to reap the rewards of efforts over the year and lay the foundations for a successful 2016.

So what can we expect in 2016?

Economically, the world still is nervous and apprehensive.

Financial challenges in China and southern Europe are taming investor confidence. Ongoing Middle-East conflict is creating further uncertainty and creating a financial burden to the US and its allies.

Modest economic growth is keeping interest rates at historically low levels but, without the commensurate business confidence and with banking rules limiting lending to business, investment remains subdued.

This sounds like a negative outlook, however, domestically, our capital cities, led by Sydney, have seen dramatic growth in residential property prices driven by low interest rates and overseas investor demand. At the time of writing, the ASX All Ordinaries index is 50% higher than it was during the GFC in 2009.

Consequently, property and share-owning Australians are, on paper, wealthier than they have ever been. Historically, peak demand for discretional purchases like boats occur in the top half of an economic upswing and it would appear that that is where we are and that is where we are heading.

It is interesting that it is some 10 years since the last peak of 2005/6. Another interesting trend has been the domestic and international upswing in attendances at boat shows, and the reported sales and interest at the boat shows are both showing an upward trajectory.

The key question now is how we connect the ability to buy with the desire and decision to buy into the boating lifestyle.

The key to this remains making it easy and fun.

The internet ensures that consumers these days are armed with both information and misinformation so customer experience is paramount.

The luxury car market has certainly recognised this and is achieving results. We have room for improvement, but therein lies the opportunity for prudent operators.

The message in my mind is clear: the buyers are there, they can afford the purchase but they have high expectations of quality and service and we need to deliver a customer experience to match this in order to be successful in 2016.

Back to the polls

2016 is also a Federal election year. Three years is not enough time to build a successful business so how can a Government expect to run a country and plan for the future with that constraint hanging over them? Unfortunately 2016 will be marked by electioneering which will be distracting to

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business and consumers alike.

As an industry we need to have a clear policy platform to take to all sides of Government to protect and enhance our industry.

The combined marine sector directly contributes over $9 billion to the Australian economy and employs over 50,000 people. The industry engages with over three million people who go boating every year and we need to ensure that our collective voice is heard and engaged in the year ahead.

As an industry we will remobilise our campaign of ‘I Boat & I Vote’ as the headline to our policy platform and we will need to re-engage the government and opposition alike with our key policy platforms including such areas as: • Boating safety education in lieu of more regulation.

• Improvements to access and infrastructure and no increased restrictions on boating (for example marine reserves).

• National regulatory reform and reduction of red tape.

• Greater support for the boating and marina industries, support for Australian manufacturers and exporters, and recognition of the importance of the boating public and the boating lifestyle in Australian society.

• Support for training and education and career pathways into the boating industry.

The economy, jobs and the environment will be key election issues. We have good news stories for all of these and as such they will form a key platform for our advocacy. Our industry is important both economically and socially.

At the Federal level we don’t get the recognition or priority we deserve; 2016 is the year that will change.

In 2015 the industry stands more united than it has ever been.

The state Boating Industry Association amalgamations are well under way and the Boating Industries Alliance Australia (BIAA), Marina Industries Association (MIA) and Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) stand united in their national and international relations.

With the support of our members and the boating public, our voices will be heard and our industry will continue to prosper to the benefit of Australia.

I boat and I vote, do you? *Darren Vaux is the Chairman Boating Industries Alliance Australia, Director of the BIA of NSW & SA, Vice President MIA, Chair NSW Maritime Advisory Council and Director and owner of Empire Marina Bobbin Head, in the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, Sydney. h This article was first published in the October-November issue of Marine Business magazine and is reproduced with their kind permission.

Accreditation is the right direction Many industries already have established accreditation schemes for maintaining professional standards, so why not the marine industry too? Darren Vaux makes the case for industry accreditation, not least as a means of creating attractive career pathways for new talent.

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ost professionals working in a range of industries have to have some form of professional accreditation that is achieved only once certain standards are met and are maintained by a commitment to continuing professional development.

Accreditation is often provided by professional institutes or associations. A good example of this in our industry is the Certified Marina Manager (CMM) qualification accredited by the Global Marina Institute through the Marina Industry Association.

There is a strong argument to suggest that marine dealers, marine brokers, marine surveyors, marina managers and marine service professionals should all be covered by industry accreditation programs. The argument is that under-qualified and inexperienced operators will often under-price work and deliver a poor outcome for the boating customer, taking work away from legitimate professionals and giving the industry a bad name and the customer a poor experience.

It is therefore incumbent on the industry to self-regulate the standard of services offered to our customers. To date, this process has been undertaken informally within the various industry associations with membership requiring members to adhere to certain ethical principles of business practice.

There is, however, no threshold or test of these principles, nor is there any obligation for members to stay abreast of the latest developments in their legal obligations or changes in practice or technology.

The associations disseminate information in print form and electronically but realistically the statistics prove that less than 40% of electronic news items sent out by the associations are actually opened by their members. There is no measure of the traction of print communications.

Risk of losing skills

Industry training is continuing to be a challenge for the attraction and retention of our workforce. Ongoing changes to the apprenticeship delivery process are reducing the opportunity for marine specialisation and, as a result, requires industry to step in and fill the void. In some respects, the New Zealand model needs further consideration, in particular the boat building trades, as there is a risk that we will lose the capacity to deliver these specialist skills so important to our domestic industry.

Our local manufacturers/exporters certainly went through tough times with the high Australian dollar. However as this has now fallen some 30%+ since the peak, the export opportunities for the industry remain strong providing we can resource up to meet the demand.

Another of our biggest challenges remains attracting school leavers to our industry. We need to instil confidence that the industry offers rewarding and reasonably secure career development pathways. We have to convince parents and school careers advisers alike that the industry offers a pathway to job satisfaction, security and success.

Interestingly, the process runs full circle. Industries that have accreditation and continuing professional development tend to be more resilient and have more clearly defined career pathways which then in turn makes them more attractive to prospective young people entering the industry.

Our future prosperity and resilience will be determined by the extent to which we raise the professionalism, reputation and client experience of our industry. Professional accreditation is certainly an important component of the pathway to our future success.

h This article was first published in the December-January issue of Marine Business magazine and is reproduced with their kind permission.

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So what is professional accreditation? Essentially, the industry association or institute sets the criteria for qualifications and experience to achieve accreditation. The threshold to achieve accreditation can vary from just meeting the criteria by submission, to the requirement to complete a course and pass an exam to achieve the accreditation.

All professional accreditation systems involve some form of continuing professional development (cpd) whereby accredited professionals are required to achieve a number of ‘cpd’ points each year to maintain their accreditation. The continuing professional development can typically be achieved by undertaking on-line training or attending recognised conferences or seminars. These are rarely a burden and are a reflection of what every professional who is serious about staying on top of their game would be doing anyway.

Essentially it is about raising the bar, protecting the industry and its customers from unscrupulous operators and, in doing so, enhancing the reputation of the industry in order to retain existing customers and attract new ones.

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Marine Queensland to unite with the national Boating Industry Association

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s you would have read in my communication of the 28th September (see below) the Board of Marine Queensland have been working very hard to expedite the amalgamation process, in order that our state based Association body is united with the national Boating Industry Association.

Our state Association started in 1974 and our ability to continue to serve our members has come about by our willingness to adapt to changing circumstances and the business environment. There is no question that Marine Queensland has achieved some very special millstones and had much success over the years. Also within this Logbook is a short reflection on those years prepared with the help of boating identity Bob Wonders.

The Boating Industry Association of NSW and South Australia successfully amalgamated last year bringing with it economies of scale and an improved service to members.

National unity amongst the state BIAs has been on the agenda for many years now, so such a move to join a national body will be of no surprise to many. The team at the Boating Industries Alliance Australia will also be incorporated to be part of this one organisation.

Amalgamation into the national body is also underway with the BIA of Western Australia, and the Houseboat Hirers Association has formally become a division of the BIA from the 1st November. At this point in time the national body will include all states except Victoria.

The national Boating Industry Association has a primary ethos that says that “Boating has no Borders”. It also believes that the sum of efforts by all states will have a greater output than the sum of the individual state efforts.

Queensland does not sit alone in the Australian boating map, and while we do host the principle manufacturing hub for our industry, we also recognise that our success is enriched through our national activity.

Unity with the national body is timely. Resources at the office of the BIA of NSW & SA are strong and together with the support from the team from the Boating Industries Alliance Australia, they are able to bring to Queensland a host of support, effort and activity that we have not been able to enjoy for some years now.

Industry Associations exist to help their members prosper, and whilst there is much work ahead of us, the current board of Marine Queensland know that our move to the national body is both desired by members and beneficial.

Marine Queensland will not lose its say and the BIA National Body will have Queensland representation. As you may know, the amalgamation process has meant that the Board has had to make some serious decisions and measures to ensure the transition to the national Association is not duplicating any unnecessary costs and to start the rebuilding process, Marine Queensland currently does not have an office nor staff as a result of the overview. The current voluntary board members are working closely with the BIA team and the plan is to have local representation in the near future.

On the boat show front, there is no denying that we have a massive task ahead and accept that there is much work to be done to return our events to being again, highly desirable and

effective for exhibitors, members and our industr y consumers whom we rely on.

Work is underway already with the national events team discussing options for the Brisbane Boat Show 2016 and supporting events during the year.

As current president of the past 18 months, I am confident in our motivated team of current directors that are as equally passionate as I am, about the exciting journey ahead to revitalise our state membership, deliverables and boat shows together with a structured and united National approach.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the work of the current directors of Marine Queensland. As volunteers they forsake much time and invest considerably for the benefit of the entire industry. Recent months have been incredibly challenging and it is with much pride that I have been able to work alongside them to bring Marine Queensland to this very exiting juncture in its life.

At the time of writing the work behind the scenes was still complex and well underway. Together with the new National BIA team, we will endeavour to keep you informed. In the meantime, the full BIA team are available and willing to help should you require anything. Simply call the BIA on (02) 9438 2077 for anything you may need.

Matthew Hodson, President, Marine Queensland & Managing Director, John Crawford Marine.

The following is the message sent to all Marine Queensland members on the 28th September 2015.

National Association Marine Queensland is pleased to update Members that the recent decision to merge the operations of MQ with BIANSW&SA, to form the new national Boating Industry Association, is now approaching a conclusion.

A key driver of this move is the elimination of duplication of processes and effort across the States, the development of a national event and boat show strategy and the delivery of enhanced member services.

In order to progress the merger in a timely and orderly fashion, a thorough review of MQ’s operations has been undertaken over the last several weeks by the directors of MQ with support from executives from the BIA. The conclusion of this review is that the MQ office will now immediately start

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to implement the transfer of all MQ intellectual property and operations to the BIA with an objective of completing the merger by the end of 2015.

Although the MQ office will in effect be in a short term “wind down” mode, this is an interim measure while the national association is restructured to encompass industry members in Queensland as well as NSW, SA, NT and WA. Member support, stakeholder engagement and event planning will be managed from within the resources available at BIA, ensuring Queensland members continue to be represented and that vital communications with government departments and other stakeholders are maintained and progressed.

Alongside this, work is also underway by the national events team to develop a strategy for delivery of high quality BIA/industry owned and supported boat shows in Queensland.

A process of due diligence is being undertaken with various venues in and around Brisbane and we will be surveying members to better understand their business needs in relation to boat shows for 2016 and beyond.

In due course, BIA Queensland Ltd (T/A MQ) will be dissolved and the national association will assume the role of industry representation and event production in Queensland.

Queensland members will be represented by a State Council with directors appointed from the council to sit on the National Board. The National Board will have equal representation from across the country.

The Board of Marine Queensland welcomes the move to join the National Association and is appreciative of the support provided by the Board and Members of BIANSW&SA to deliver this outcome. The Board also thanks MQ Members for their support for the transition to a national association: this is something that has been discussed over many years and it is great news for the industry that the state-based associations are now uniting to build a stronger group to represent the marine industry across Australia.

Matthew Hodson, President, Marine Queensland.

‘Fish Friendly Marina’ certification for Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron

David McTaggart, Shawn Ket and Colin Bransgrove at RQYS.

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oyal Queensland Yacht Squadron (RQYS), located in Manly, south of Brisbane, has been certified a ‘Fish Friendly Marina’ by the Marina Industries Association.

Fish Friendly Marinas is an information campaign and accreditation system focusing on marina fish habitats and developed by the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) in collaboration with the Marina Industries Association (MIA) and the Boating Industry Association.

The initiative is attached to MIA’s International Clean Marinas Program and is available to marinas across the Asia Pacific region. Additional fish friendly criteria and an audit are requirements to achieve ‘Fish Friendly Marina’ accreditation.

RQYS is the first marina to be accredited in the Brisbane area and joins 20 marinas now recognised as ‘Fish Friendly’ throughout Australia and south East Asia. The initiative has received positive support from numerous government departments and authorities across Australia.

“Marinas can provide important habitat for fish. The Fish Friendly Marinas program has been developed to inform marina managers on how to maximise benefits for fish and recognise those operators actively working to improve fish

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habitat,” said MIA Executive Director, Colin Bransgrove in presenting the award to Shawn Ket, General Manager and David McTaggart, Marina and Facilities Manager at RQYS. “I congratulate Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron in recognising its achievement today as an additional certification to the Club’s Level 3 International Clean Marina status. The certification is indicative on the Club’s significant commitment to protecting and preserving the marina’s valuable marine habitat and communicating its efforts to customers and visitors.”

David McTaggart said the initiative is an important development.

“It is essential marinas continue to set the highest environmental standards. Marinas are the ideal location for many community members to see and learn about native fish and the aquatic environment.

Clean Marinas and the Fish Friendly accreditation add-on demonstrate that industry, with support from government, is best able to set the standards that meet and exceed community and government expectations.”

“We are proud to be accredited with this new environmental initiative and are committed to ensuring our marina is of the highest environmental standard through participation in programs such as Clean Marinas. We have all fully embraced the opportunity to meet the Fish Friendly criteria,” Mr McTaggart said.

Shawn Ket, General Manager said, “We will continue to support the MIA in these very important programs which demonstrate the industry’s commitment to sustainable practices. The MIA leads the industry in developing consistent best practice management of the waterways in which marinas operate and Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron is very proud to uphold such practices.”

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New Adelaide On Water Boat Show a success in highlighting fun of the ‘floating lifestyle’

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arina Adelaide on the Port River at Largs North played host to the new Adelaide On Water Boat Show on the weekend of 17-18 October.

Presented by the Boating Industry Association (BIA) of NSW and SA, the event was a great success featuring diverse displays of boats afloat at the marina and others on hard stands and trailers, along with marine accessories, services and fishing gear.

The most pleasing outcome was the public response with thousands of people attending along with many children who are targeted by the BIA as the next generation of boat owners. Marina Adelaide was a spectacular setting for the show, which was blessed with warm weather and blue skies on both days.

George Bolton, General Manager SA of the BIA, said the success of the first on water show generated confidence in the industry and among consumers that it would be an appealing annual event timed to coincide with the start of the new boating season.

“The Adelaide Boat Show in June will continue to be our flagship event, but we believe it is nicely complemented by the on-water event because it features larger vessels that would be difficult to accommodate in the Adelaide Showground pavilions,” he said.

“Importantly, the public clearly showed they enjoyed the concept of the

new show with a gold coin donation for entry and free parking. About $4,850 in gate takings was donated to Variety – The Children’s Charity.

“The on-water show also featured popular attractions including helicopter joy rides, cruises on the Port River aboard the Maritime Museum’s historic former police launch Archie Badenoch and tours of Police and Fisheries patrol boats and an Australian Volunteer Coast Guard vessel.”

The Port Adelaide Sailing Club ran a Sailability program to introduce people to sailing, and South Australian fishing identity Greg James presented a series of interactive demonstrations with information on boating and fishing.

The event was supported by government agencies including Primary Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA).

Another highlight of the on water show was the participation of a fleet of luxurious Riviera cruising craft that arrived on the Saturday for an overnight stay at Marina Adelaide.

“It was a completely new venture and we are delighted with its success.

Feedback from exhibitors and the public has been very positive and encouraging,” George Bolton said.

Marina Adelaide Managing Director, Andrew Craddock, said: “The objective is to make the Adelaide On Water Boat Show an annual Spring event to showcase the many water-based lifestyle opportunities that friends and families can experience in our great State.”

What they said Following are some comments on the show from participating companies and organisations.

Rob Cuming, proprietor of Christies Beach Marine and BIA SA Chairman, said: “It was a brilliant show at a fantastic venue and a great opportunity to display

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big boats on the water and trailer boats at the one location.”

Arno Visser, owner of Arno’s Marine Services said: “We sold a boat at the show and we are still achieving sales as a direct result of our involvement.

It was sensational and we will be back next year.”

Andrew Crawford of South Coast Marine said: “The public loved the venue and the new concept of an on water show. There was genuine interest in our products.”

David Brown, General Manager of GDB Services Pty Ltd, said: “The show was attended by informed consumers who were happy to see a new style of boating exhibition. We are looking forward to a bigger and even better event next year.”

Paul Harrop, Dealer Principal of R Marine South Australia, said the show demonstrated solid interest among people who were looking to buy boats.

“About 30 owners of Riviera boats valued at about $40 million participated and it was a wonderful way to demonstrate what we call the living the dream lifestyle,” Paul added.

Fishcare Volunteer Coordinator, Toni Manning, said: “The public had an opportunity to have a look at PIRSA’s flagship boat, Southern Ranger, and tours were really well received.

“We were pleased to provide bag, boat and size information to around 300 keen recreational fishers, and we would be excited to be involved with the event next year.”

Alex Hayter, Commodore of the Port River Sailing Club, said: “The show was very well presented and the car parking arrangements were perfect. We enjoyed talking to people interested in sailing and the opportunity to display some of our sailing dinghies in the waterways of the marina.”

Kevin Cook, owner of Viking Yacht Charters, said: “We had a superb time at the show. It was beyond our expectations.

We have had a number of bookings as a result of the event.”

Trish Flaherty, Regional Manager of Nautilus Marine Insurance, said: “The

inaugural show was well organised, well advertised and well received by the public.

“It received good support from exhibitors.”

Graeme Haese, owner of Haese Marine Pty Ltd, said: “It was good to get a show on the water allowing us to promote our yachts and for the public to see them rigged and ready to go.”

Scott Allan from Takacat said: “The show had a great attendance in a relaxed atmosphere and it generated positive leads for our business.”

Old anchor chain fence could not stop Tim from steering a steady course for success

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im Hearse was always destined to chart a course in the boating industry starting out in the early 1970s as a Chrysler Marine apprentice in his father’s business, Midland Motors Marine, in Adelaide’s north-eastern suburbs.

From the outset, he joined the Boating Industry Association in South Australia, which then held its meetings at the Adelaide Speedboat Club on the North Arm of the Port River.

In the mid-1970s, the family enterprise moved to Tapley’s Hill Road at Royal Park to evolve into Pacific Marine.

At that time, the business had a relatively modest profile with the sale yard featuring five wooden boats, five Mariner outboards and a front fence made from anchor chain.

“I clearly remember my first sale – a 15 horsepower Mariner – to a buyer from Wilcannia on the Darling River in outback New South Wales,” Tim said. “I made $50 on the deal!”

But from this humble beginning, Tim has built Pacific Marine into one of Australia’s largest and most successful marine businesses selling new and used boats, motors, trailers and accessories.

Twelve years ago, he moved Pacific Marine to a new 12,000 square metre site at Royal Park and developed a spectacular showroom and a workforce including sales and administrative staff, a shipwright, technical and fit out specialists and an electrician.

Pacific Marine makes the Sportscraft range of boats and it provides a marine survey service. It is a long-term dealer for trusted names like Haines Signature, Bar Crusher, Skicraft and Four Winns and specialises in Yamaha, Honda and E-Tec outboards.

Proudly supporting the industry’s promotion of family enjoyment in the floating lifestyle, Tim’s sales slogan is: “Your wife rang and said it’s OK!” A 40 year member of the BIA, he has been a prominent exhibitor at about 80 various boat shows dating back to when the most prominent vessels on display were wooden fishing boats and small sailing craft.

The growing phenomenon of on-line purchasing has not fazed Tim, who believes that nothing beats face-to-face contact with customers.

“I followed my father’s footsteps into this industry and I have always believed in the principle of doing things right the first time,” Tim said. “Our focus is on happy customers.”

It has been a long journey of achievement for this industry

veteran and his enthusiasm is showing no signs of waning.

When he is not at the helm of the business, he is happiest at the wheel of his own boat steering out of Holdfast Shores marina in search of King George whiting.

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E-News wrap up

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s a BIA member or friend, you may be receiving our fortnightly E-news. This is a way of keeping you informed regarding matters arising between Logbooks. A record of past E-News is stored in the members’ area of our BIA web page.

The following is a wrap up of some important notes you may have missed.

Overabundant New Zealand Fur Seals require immediate management

There is still a considerable safety issue now extending up the river past Murray Bridge, due to New Zealand or LongNose fur seals travelling upstream in numbers and having quite an impact on the environment. Adrian Pederick MP has brought this matter to the attention of the House in State Parliament early July.

In South Australia, the New Zealand Fur Seals population is over 100,000. Their rapidly increasing population is having serious effects on SA marine life, the environment and the fishing industry. There are many birds being injured or killed, damaging fish stocks and have taken out the Little Penguin populations of Granite Island and Kangaroo Island.

In just one day the New Zealand Fur Seals can consume 400 tonnes of seafood. To put this in perspective, in three days these seals would have consumed the equivalent of a year’s catch by commercial fishermen in the Lakes and Coorong Fisheries.

An Active Management Plan needs to be put in place because the environment and fishing industry are suffering, and with their population growing at 5.5% a year it is causing havoc to commercial operators.

Parking of Boat Trailers The BIA is appalled and condemns the last minute amendments in the NSW Parliament to Government Bills on parking of boat trailers on public streets. This is totally unnecessary, introduces red tape and is discriminatory against recreational boating and may act as a real negative for those who wish to pursue the boating lifestyle.

It will introduce inconsistencies where local government areas opt in or do nothing and places increased costs not only on councils to administer, but also boat owners.

The NSW Government has really targeted recreational boating by failing to deliver the legislation across all types

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of trailers and these actions will have a negative impact on a struggling industry.

A three month period without moving a trailer was previously proposed and changed to 28 days. Why? What deals have been done and for what reason. The industry, boat owners and BOA were not consulted over a last minute amendment to the law.

Here is a summary presented by Minister Duncan Gay in introducing amendments to the Impounding Amendment (Unattended Boat Trailers) Bill 2015 which is now LAW …

“First, councils and other impounding authorities can opt in to new measures for all or part of their area of operations, improving local flexibility; second, boat trailers must be moved within a period of 28 days rather than three months; third, trailer owners must move at least as far as a different section of the road, past the next intersection; and fourth, where councils and other impounding authorities opt in, the strengthened impoundment powers will not apply in the case of a boat trailer that is parked on a road in accordance with an official residential parking permit” (BIA can smell a revenue raising opportunity for Councils and discriminatory enforcement).

Minister Gay went on to say “these measures will provide councils and other enforcement officers with a clear power to direct that boat trailers be moved on or impounded after being parked in the same place for 28 days, but only in declared areas and only after 15 days notice being given to the owner”.

This is shambolic legislation introduced to appease a minority of Sydney Council, taking away the rights of boat owners to park registered boat trailers. The way this has been handled is equivalent to ex-Premier Bob Carr’s banning of PWC on Sydney Harbour. Both acts are pure nonsense and should be reversed.

BIA considers new NSW Boat Trailer parking laws Further to a recently published E-News article, the Trailerboat Retailers and Marine Mechanical Repairers committees of BIA NSW met on October 6th 2015 to consider changes to the Impoundment Act passed by the NSW Parliament in September.

While the BIA holds the view that the long term parking of boat trailers in residential areas other than that in which the registered owner resides may be a nuisance, the Law as passed may impose on the rights of all owners to park a registered trailer on the road.

We are disappointed that boaters have been singled out in this regard, and concerned at reduced timeframes and complex details regarding “movement” of the trailer – matters in which the Law ‘as made’ is significantly different from the proposal on which the Government consulted the BIA and other stakeholders prior to introducing the final Bill to Parliament.

We are happy to have read in media reports on a sensible interpretation of the Law proposed by some Councils. The BIA stands ready to work with Government over the coming months to support fair and practical implementation of the Law.

Alert: Workers Compensation – Changes to Insurance Premium Calculations

NSW Business Chamber has advised the NSW State Government commenced sending out their new Workers Compensation Premium notices to businesses. Due to the changes in the way these premiums are calculated and the way information is presented on the new invoice, the NSWBC Policy team is seeking feedback from BIA members who may have encountered issues making sense of the changes.

It is expected that most problems will be experienced by Middle Market and Corporate size businesses. Primarily, these issues could be: 1. A significant increase in the premium amount.

2. An inability to clearly understand from the invoice why the premium has increased.

3. Other problems understanding the information presented on the invoice.

4. Or, positive feedback on the new way information is presented on the invoice.

The NSWBC Policy team is monitoring this situation and are in regular contact with WorkCover in order to ensure businesses get the appropriate support in this transition phase.

Please note, if any member wishes to express some concerns about their invoice and premium amount they should first contact their insurer and if they find they are not getting the response they require then the NSWBC Policy team can assist.

Referrals to the Policy team can be made at the following email address <advice@nswbc.com.au>, the Workplace Advice Line team or the Hotline on 13 26 96.

New Pawnbrokers and Second–hand Dealers Regulation 2015

In a letter to the BIA, the Commissioner for Fair Trading said: The Regulation replaces the current Pawnbrokers and Second-hand Dealers Regulation 2008. The Regulation provides the administrative detail necessary for the operation of the Pawnbrokers and Second-hand Dealers Act 1996 and ensures its objectives can be achieved efficiently and effectively.

The new Regulation introduces some minor changes to update and improve its operation including: • Updating the list of prescribed second-hand goods for which dealers require a licence so that only goods at high risk of theft are included; • Reducing the size of lettering on signage required to be displayed by second-hand dealers and market stall holders.

Pawnbrokers will continue to be required to use the current letter size in their signage; • Allowing license holders three days (instead of three working days) to provide electronic records to NSW Police; • Requiring claimants to provide additional information about insurance claims that will be included in restoration notices presented to licensees; and • Requiring extra information to be included in the form for declaring identity and title of goods (Form 1), which will ensure more complete records are kept. To enable licensees time to update their forms or use up pre-printed stock of the old form, existing licence holders can continue to use the old Form 1 until 1 March 2016.

The new Regulation also requires licensees to record the

Christmas Closedown

The office of the Boating Industry Association will be closed over the Christmas and New Year’s break.

The office will close on Thursday 24th December and the team will return on Monday 11th January.

As usual, the BIA team will be available throughout this time for any urgent matters you may require assistance with.

Please contact the following during this time:

NSW Roy Privett – 0414 382 077 Domenic Genua – 0412 642 357 Simon Hazelbrook – 0412 605 071

South Australia Commencing 1st September 2015, a new regulation was introduced which includes some minor changes to update and improve operation of the Pawnbrokers and Second-hand Dealers Act 1996.

George Bolton – 0417 818 434

Queensland Alan Barrett – 0402 113 885 BIA of NSW & SA LOGBOOK Dec’15/Jan’16 - 19

media access control (MAC) address for certain types of wificonnecting devices. A MAC address is a unique identifying number which may be used to identify and locate possible stolen goods.

To assist licensees, step-by-step guides on how to access MAC addresses from different types of devices will be developed. To allow licensees time to become familiar with this process, the requirement to record MAC addresses will not commence until 1 June 2016.

The Regulation is available on the NSW legislation website <www.legislation.nsw.gov.au>.

Further information about these changes can be found on the NSW Fair Trading website <www.fairtrading.nsw.gov. au> in the Businesses >specific industries and businesses> pawnbroking & second-hand dealers section.

Personal Property Securities Register – PPSR The Personal Property Securities Register is the single, national online database of security interests in personal property in Australia.

PPSR can benefit your business if you: • Purchase or sell goods under retention of title or consignment arrangements, • Hire, rent or lease valuable goods, machinery or equipment to others • Buy and sell valuable goods • Are seeking to raise finance using stock or other personal property as collateral.

For sellers if you sell to your customers on terms, such as retention of title, or leasing out goods, you can register your interest in the goods on the PPSR. This can help you claim them back if your customer doesn’t pay or becomes insolvent.

PPSR is available for information, search and registration 24/7.

Free Small Business Advisory and Alert Services The Federal Government runs two useful advisory and alert services for small business. These provide regular email updates on matters of interest such as grant opportunities or advice on managing business finance, or matters of concern such as scams being run in the small business space, or common areas of non-compliance and risk.

Interested Members should consider subscribing to the email feeds of; * Business.gov.au - subscribe or learn more at http:// www.business.gov.au/news-and-updates/news-and-features * Australian Consumer & Competition Commission (ACCC) Small Business Information Network – subscribe at http://www.accc.gov.au/media/subscriptions/smallbusiness-information-network

Workplace Advice Line The Workplace Advice Line gives members direct phone access to experienced workplace specialists who can answer questions on a range of issues, including: • industrial relations information • human resources issues • WHS advice

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• award provisions and interpretation • wage rates • workplace policies • redundancy and termination • leave provisions • workers compensation • creating a flexible work place.

With guidance from specialist advisers you can make workplace decisions with confidence and resolve potential problems or issues quickly.

For the answers to your workplace questions call the Workplace Advice Line – 13 29 59, free service for BIA members!

Annual Leave: Four yearly review of Modern Awards

In June the Fair Work Commission made a decision to insert terms relating to annual leave into modern awards.

The provisions relate to the right to the cashing out of leave, directing excessive leave, granting leave in advance, and payment by EFT while on annual leave.

In September, Fair Work finalised the wording of each clause and have given parties an opportunity to make submissions as to whether the model terms are to be included in particular awards. The matter will be heard on 23 November 2015.

Members will be advised of the new detailed Annual Leave terms for Modern Awards in future BIA E-News.

Please call the Workplace Advice Unit at NSW Business Chamber on 13 29 59 if you wish to discuss this matter or other Modern Award information. This is a free service to members of BIA NSW & SA.

Free Trade Agreement – What does it all mean?

The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) aims to expand trade, boost economic growth and integrate regional economies through historic reductions in trade barriers.

The TPP builds on existing access Australia has with its FTA partners of Japan, the US, Chile, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei and Vietnam.

The TPP also creates valuable new market access opportunities for Australian exporters in the three TPP Parties where Australia does not have a FTA, namely, Canada, Mexico and Peru. Read more at: http://dfat.gov.au/trade/agreements/ tpp/outcomes-documents/Pages/outcomes-goods-marketaccess.aspx

THE DOME & HALL 2 Sydney Showground at Sydney Olympic Park 27 & 28 February 2016

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Applications to exhibit are now open.

Contact the BIA today: info@bia.org.au / 02 9438 2077

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The Sunshine State’s peak industry body set to link with national Boating Industry Association

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t has been 41-years in the making, and now Marine Queensland, on the eve of its amalgamation into the National body, reflects on its past.

Officially incorporated in 1974 to represent Queensland’s recreational and light commercial industry, the body has been part and parcel of the industry for its entire 41-years, and can lay claim to being the “spokesman” for many of the most successful and best-known companies in Australia.

Queensland is home to some of the most renowned boat manufacturers in the land, among them Quintrex, Riviera, Maritimo and Stacer to mention just a few.

The founding board of the Association was comprised mainly of representatives from many of these leading boat manufacturers, together with a number of leading marine dealerships.

Primary focus of the board was the promotion of the recreational boating lifestyle to the community at large.

Under the founding constitution of the BIAQ (as it was then known), its board comprised a President, Vice President, Treasurer and up to six committee members.

The constitution called for the board to be elected by members of the Association and it was charged with the Association’s overall governance and operation.

As it operates on a not-for-profit basis, all activities and resources of the Association are directed towards advancing the interests of its membership and industry.

In a practical sense, this meant undertaking activities that promoted the industry State-wide, such as organising boat shows and related activities all aimed at encouraging increased participation in marine recreation.

As anyone looking at a map of Australia would be aware, Queensland

First Brisbane Boat Show at Brisbane City Hall 1960s.

comprises a massive area, its coastal ‘strip’ alone encompassing thousands of kilometres, from the Gold Coast north to Cairns.

It’s a credit to the Association that it has managed to encompass promotion of boating over such vast distances.

In 1960, a group of enthusiastic marine dealers unveiled the first Brisbane Boat Show; it’s a source of pride to the Association that it is still playing a major role in promoting the boating lifestyle 55-years on.

The Brisbane Boat Show has moved around somewhat since its birth in 1960 when it was staged in the Brisbane Town Hall, right in the centre of downtown Brisbane. Since then it has been staged at the RNA Showgrounds (its current home) and the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.

In 2008 the Association undertook a major change in its strategic direction, which included a name change from BIAQ to Marine Queensland.

Aims of these major changes were to facilitate the consolidation of various industry stakeholders, to place them under a “peak Association umbrella” to reduce industry fragmentation and increase whole-of-industry performance and efficiency.

In conjunction with these changes, a number of separate and disparate sector Associations became either affiliated with the new peak body or merged with it.

The consolidation enabled the presentation of a single industry “voice”, particularly to Government.

It proved useful indeed with discussions on a broad range of key issues that had been viewed as obstacles to ongoing industry growth and performance.

Examples of these issues included marine infrastructure, regulations, and industry development measures such as enhancing the manufacturing sector throughout the state.

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Even had great models at the Brisbane Boat Show – Miranda Kerr.

The consolidation of many sectors of the industry has led to a number of new divisions being established within the Association as well as regional interest groups being formed to address a range of key issues for the industry and the boating community.

Attending to industry needs across such a vast area has really kept the Association on its toes. Understandably, Brisbane, the State Capital, heads the list of regions the Association is responsible for, followed by the Gold Coast, Moreton Bay, Sunshine Coast, Mackay, Townsville, Logan/Ipswich, Cairns, Redlands and the Fraser Coast.

Of course, the day-to-day operations of such a body require people and the Association has been extremely fortunate in having on board some of the best-known and most successful identities in the marine industry.

The Association has seen fit to bestow the honour of Life Membership on 17 of its leaders.

It’s a list which gives rise to recreational boating being a “family past time” with no less than five members of two families accorded Life Membership.

They include the father and son team of Keith and Greg Nickerson (Keith was the first Life Member) and the Nichols family, Roy and sons Barry and Kevin.

Others holding Life Membership who are equally as well-known outside Queensland include Barry Jenkins, of Sanctuary Cove Boat Show fame, marina operator Jeff Leigh-Smith, former Volvo Penta chief Graeme Avers, leading marine dealer Tom Wyld and, the Association’s most recent inductee to Life Membership, Senator Ron Boswell.

In conclusion, it’s worth noting that the total of registered recreational vessels in Queensland, currently sitting at just a shade under 255,000, has increased every year since 2010.

Submariner, sailor and boating safety advocate take out NSW Maritime Awards

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inister for Maritime Duncan Gay has awarded this year’s Maritime Medals, recognising outstanding and sustained contributions to the boating community in NSW. The awards were presented on board the historic tall ship James Craig on Sydney Harbour.

“The 2015 finalists were nominated by their peers, selected by highly regarded members of the boating community and are all well-deserved,” Mr Gay said.

This year’s winners were Captain Tim Swales and Mr David Lyall in the community category and Mr Peter Hunter in the safety category.

Member for Manly Mike Baird congratulated Captain Swales from his electorate.

“Tim is a former Royal Navy submarine commander who has been Commodore of the Sydney Heritage Fleet since 1990,” Mr Baird said. “The Fleet that Tim commands, is an internationally acclaimed, volunteer based organisation, dedicated to preserving and keeping an active service of impressive vessels of historic significance.”

Member for Pittwater Rob Stokes was also proud of his local winner, David Lyall, who has been President and Commodore of Avalon Sailing Club where he has organised events and conducted training for people of all ages, including people with disabilities.

“David has also played leading roles and been a longtime advocate for safe, responsible and enjoyable boating through his volunteer work for Marine Rescue NSW and the Boat Owners Association.”

The third winner, Peter Hunter has been involved as a volunteer safety ambassador and advocate for safe, responsible and enjoyable use of personal watercraft (PWC) for more than 15 years. Peter’s work has contributed to improved safety outcomes in PWC use in NSW, which includes a decline in fatal incidents statewide.

Captain Tim Swales

Tim Swales is Commodore of the Sydney Heritage Fleet and Chairman of the Fleet Committee. He is also occasional Master of the historic vessels Lady Hopetoun and Waratah.

After 25 years of service in Britain’s Royal Navy, Tim retired in 1980 with the rank of Submarine Commander. He holds the Queen’s Silver Jubilee Medal and the International Submarine Silver Service Medal recognising his 25 years of service as an officer in the Royal Navy.

A year later (1981) Tim joined the Sydney Heritage Fleet and was appointed Commodore of the Fleet in 1990. He single-handedly wrote the Fleet’s Standing Orders and has also contributed to the Fleet’s Safety Management Systems.

His enormous contribution to the Fleet was recognised when he was voted an honorary life member.

In overseeing all aspects of the Fleet, including the conduct of investigations, he is known to display all the qualities of an exemplary leader – quiet calmness, level-headedness, depth of knowledge of rules on the water, but also skill and willingness to sacrifice personal time for service to the cause ... surely characteristics we all here respect and frequently need.

David Lyall

David Lyall has been President and Commodore, and is Life Member of Avalon Sailing Club where he has managed and organised sailing for all ages from junior starters to mature veterans.

Captain Tim Swales, David Lyall and Peter Hunter with Minister Duncan Gay.

As Principal of the Club’s Training Establishment he has trained people of all ages in all forms of watercraft, rescue and boat handling, first aid, treatment of hypothermia, rope skills and maritime weather awareness.

He has also been Vice President and Director of the Boat Owners Association and an instructor and examiner for the Australian Yachting Federation on yachting, sailing and power boat handling.

He is also a member of the State’s Recreational Vessels Advisory Group which provides advice and expertise to Transport for NSW and Roads and Maritime on recreational boating matters.

David has assisted people with disabilities enjoy the waterways through his work with Sailability Pittwater. He was involved in creating an apparatus to lift wheelchairs into Sailability vessels allowing people with disabilities to experience the joy of getting out on the water.

David has also volunteered much of his time and effort to Marine Rescue NSW on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.

Among many contributions to the boating community too numerous to list in their entirety, he is known for a life-long dedication to the cause of safe and responsible boating.

Peter Hunter

Peter Hunter has been involved as a volunteer in the personal watercraft community for over 15 years. He has taken a leadership and mentoring role in the NSW and ACT communities in numerous capacities. He is known to take new riders under his wing and teach them about safe and responsible boating.

Peter assists the PWC racing community through his continued involvement in the Australian Jet Sports Boating Association where he is known for promoting organised racing as a way of addressing anti-social behaviour and raising awareness of waterway etiquette. He represents the PWC sector as a member of the Recreational Vessel Advisory Group.

Peter also participated in the development of NSW PWC educational material and assists boating safety officers in Sydney and the South Coast – all voluntarily. He was involved in the award-winning ‘Take it Easy’ Campaign which has helped to address waterway etiquette in problem areas.

He understands that while the majority of pwc riders do the right thing ... there is a minority who don’t ... and he is a leading example of the willingness and commitment of the boating community to promote safe and responsible behaviour.

Peter’s continued contribution is highly valued and he is a well-respected role model in our maritime community.

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Sydney Harbour proves the destination with exclusive marina access for boaters

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oaters are benefitting from complimentary access to some of Sydney Harbour’s most exclusive private marina facilities as part of the expanding Sydney Harbour Destinations Plan, now in its third year.

Nineteen commercial marinas have opened doors to the boating public since the NSW Government launched the Sydney Harbour Boating Destinations Plan in 2013 to improve access for boaters through casual, short term berthing or mooring and access to key facilities.

“Our iconic harbour is the jewel in Sydney’s crown and some of Sydney’s finest marinas offer boaters free access all year around to allow them to hop off, take a break, or grab something to eat or drink,” Roads and Maritime Services Maritime Director Angus Mitchell said.

“Nineteen popular locations including Rose Bay, Gladesville and Mosman are offering this service for anyone having a day out on the water in return for small lease concessions to cover costs.

“Boaters just need to look out for bright green ‘Boating Destination Marina’ banners on display at prominent locations at participating marinas. Blue banners marked ‘Destination Berth’ show boaters where to tie boats up.

“We are continuing to work with other marinas to expand the number of destinations and identify new areas where we can improve the boating experience.

“Handy new maps are now available highlighting the location, GPS coordinates and contact details of marinas and available facilities including wifi, water and fuel, slipway and marine services, public toilets, food, recreational areas, water wash down, power and pump out area.

(L-R) Rose Bay and Point Piper Marina Owner Ned O’Neil, Boating Safety Officer Oliver Masens, Advance Marina Management’s Michael Jarvin, Sydney Superyacht Marina CEO Justin James, Principal Manager Property Gary Inberg join Angus Mitchell (centre) to launch the 2015-16 Sydney Harbour Destinations Plan.

“This is about making a great boating experience on the harbour even better and we welcome boaters to get out and safely explore the harbour as these facilities are for everyone,” Mr Mitchell said.

An interactive map of participating marinas is available at: <http://tinyurl. com/shdestinations> Boaters are welcome to visit participating marinas flying blue and green flags at: • Balmain Marina • Balmoral Boatshed • Cameron’s Marina at Balmain • Cammeray Marina • Clontarf Marina • Cruising Yacht Club of Australia at Darling Point

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• d’Albora Marinas at Cabarita Point and the Spit • Double Bay Marina • Fergusons Marina at The Spit • Gladesville Bridge Marina • Kirribilli Marina • Manly Boat Shed • Middle Harbour Yacht Club • Point Piper Marina • Rose Bay Marina • Roseville Bridge Marina • Smiths Boatshed Marina • Sydney Superyacht Marina Roads and Maritime will continue to work with eligible marinas to expand the program.

For more information on the program visit <http://www.rms.nsw.gov.au/ maritime/using-waterways/boatingdestinations-plan/index.html>

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CONCORD

RHODES

Blaxland Road, Rhodes

Bayview Park

Cabarita

STRATHFIELD

Hawthorn Canal HABERFIELD

Taplin Park

LILYFIELD

Camerons Marina

RIVERVIEW

Margaret Street, Woolwich

HUNTERS HILL

Burus Bay Reserve

Beach

ULTIMO

Berry Bay

Cruising Yacht Club of Australia

EDGECLIFF

Delta Marine

KIRRIBILLI

Kirribilli Marina

Tunks Park

NORTHBRIDGE

Rose Bay Marina ROSE BAY

Lyne Park

WATSONS BAY

Watsons Bay

VAUCLUSE

NORTH BONDI

Rose Bay

Hermit Bay

MANLY

Quarantine

Little Manly Cove

Manly Cove

FRESHWATER

Camp Cove

Vaucluse Shark Bay

Balmoral Boatshed

Balmoral

Point Piper Marina Double Bay Marina

Athol Bay

MOSMAN

MANLY VALE

Clontarf Marina

Smith’s Spit Boatshed

Chinamans Beach

Ferguson’s Boatshed Marina d’Albora Marinas The Spit

Bantry Bay

Middle Harbour Yacht Club

MIDDLE HARBOUR

Sugarloaf Bay

NORTH SYDNEY

Roseville Bridge Marina

ROSEVILLE Garigal National Park CHASE

Manns Point

GLEBE

BALMAIN

Balmain Marina

Clontarf Marina

Smith’s Spit Boatshed Ferguson’s Boatshed Marina

LINDFIELD

LANE COVE WESTChinamans

Middle Harbour Yacht Club

d’Albora Marinas The Spit

d’Albora Marinas Gladesville Cabarita Bridge Marina

Access the handy interactive map or download the App here: tinyurl.com/shdestinations

Marina

Boat Ramp

Kissing Point Park

MACQUARIE PARK

RYDE

PUTNEY

DENISTONE

Courtesy Mooring

Wharf Road, Ermington

MELROSE PARK

EASTWOOD

MARSFIELD

While enjoying your day out on Sydney Harbour, look out for marinas displaying a green banner allowing you free temporary access to quality facilities and amenities. Boaters are reminded to call marinas ahead to confirm availability.

Sydney Harbour Boating Destinations

18 new courtesy moorings provided for boaters on Sydney Harbour

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oads and Maritime Services have completed work on 18 additional courtesy moorings in key boating areas of Sydney Harbour.

The project, in collaboration with the Maritime Management Centre, incorporated advice from Roads and Maritime’s Boating Safety Officers (BSOs) who patrol Sydney Harbour each day on the best location for the new moorings.

Courtesy moorings are available for free use by the boating public to moor recreational vessels for up to 24 hours, or where an emergency mooring is required but not available.

Courtesy moorings provide an environmentally sensitive alternative to anchoring and there are about 130 courtesy moorings across NSW allowing short term use by any registered vessel.

A number of factors including impacts to navigation, seagrass, aesthetics, and liability in the event of apparatus failure, were considered in determining the location of new courtesy mooring.

Location and number of new courtesy moorings are as follows: • 3 at Balmoral

• 2 at Chinamans Beach • 1 at Chowder Bay • 1 at Taylors Bay • 1 at Camp Cove • 1 at Watsons Bay • 1 at Vaucluse Bay • 1 at Nielson Park • 2 at Hermit Bay • 4 at Rose Bay • 1 at McMahons Point West Roads and Maritime consulted with the community on this proposal including with members of Sydney Harbour User Group, Middle Harbour User Group, Sydney Seaplanes, Manly Harbour Foreshores and Coastline Management Committee and Woollahra Council.

Roads and Maritime has the responsibility for the management of moorings in NSW excluding in marine parks and Lord Howe Island.

For more information you can go to the Sydney Harbour Boating Destinations interactive map.

NSW Mooring types

Moorings are used to secure a vessel in a particular location. The types of moorings, their use and colour are as follows:

Private mooring

Type

Generally yellow

Buoy colour

Purpose

Commercial/club mooring

Generally orange

Emergency mooring

Blue

This licence is issued to a business entity trading to provide marine type services to the boating public. For more information, contact Roads and Maritime Services on 13 12 56.

Courtesy mooring

Pink

Renewable annually, this licence permits you to moor your vessel on navigable waters. A mooring licence is not a lease of the seabed and there is no guarantee of tenure.

Emergency moorings are used by Roads and Maritime or Police to store vessels in emergencies Courtesy moorings are freely available for use by the general boating public on a 24 hours basis

Only approved vessels are able to secure to a private, commercial/club or emergency mooring. Penalties apply for non-compliance.

Christmas boating

With the Christmas season upon us and some well earned time off, take care on your local waterways. Here are some general safety tips • Ensure your boat has all the required safety gear and know how to use it.

• Check weather forecasts.

• Maintain a proper lookout at all times.

• Do not overload your boat.

• Use navigation lights at night.

• Go easy on the drink, stay under the .05 alcohol limit.

Be part of the boating community

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Sydney Trailer Boat Show 27 & 28 February 2016 Applications are now open for the 2016 Sydney Trailer Boat Show.

The Invitation to apply for space was distributed at the end of November via Email to all members.

If you would like to receive a copy, please call our office on (02) 9438 2077 and we will happily send you one immediately.

As many of the regular exhibitors will know, the date of this event alters each year with the changing Easter calendar. As Easter in 2016 drops back one week to March, so will our show.

The Sydney Trailer Boat Show is steeped in tradition that goes back to the early 1960s when it was born at Silverwater Park. This event remains a small but very effective trailer boat show with around 10,000 visitors each year.

After the storm: KB Marine picks up the pieces

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n the wake of a severe storm that ripped apart its workshop earlier this year, KB Marine on Sydney’s northern beaches is ready once again to pick up where it left off.

For Ken Bullen of KB Marine at North Narrabeen on Sydney’s northern beaches, the morning of Tuesday 21 April started out as just another typical working day.

The wind was blowing hard and the power was out, thanks to an intense low pressure system that had brought flooding and severe property damage to communities in the Hunter Valley and along the Central Coast. It wasn’t enough, however, to stop Bullen and his staff opening the workshop and getting down to work as usual.

The first indication that something was wrong was when a falling brick scraped Bullen on his back as he was inspecting an engine.

“Luckily I wasn’t standing upright otherwise it would probably have hit me in the head,” he recalls.

Moments later another brick landed at his feet and a staff member noticed that the entire workshop wall seemed to be moving. Within seconds, a section of the wall collapsed, landing on the exact spot where Bullen and his brother-in-law had been standing just moments before.

A second section soon followed, then a third and a fourth, going down like dominoes. In the space of just a few minutes, the workshop which had been the heart of Bullen’s business for the past 18 years was reduced to rubble.

At the time, he says, it was like watching a disaster movie in which your eyes can’t quite believe what they are seeing, but horror turned to relief when he realised that, remarkably, nobody had been hurt.

“From looking at the wall to getting out of the workshop was no more than about 40 seconds. Everyone got out without a scratch and, luckily, we were pretty blessed.”

The dust had barely settled before Bullen and his staff got to work securing what they could safely rescue. In the immediate aftermath, customers’ boats in the yard were wheeled off-site and the site evacuated so the emergency services could assess the damage.

People from neighbouring businesses jumped in to help move boats across the road to the relative safety of a nearby park.

KB Marine damage. Image supplied by northnarra.com

The bigger task of rebuilding the workshop while keeping the business running was obviously going to take a lot longer. It is the sort of challenge that can send many a small business into oblivion but, while acknowledging it has been tough for the business (going from doing an average of about 30 jobs per week to just three or four) Bullen and his staff are still there, preparing to move back into a rebuilt workshop.

To get to this stage, Bullen is immensely grateful for the support he received from many people within the marine industry and beyond.

Steve Parker of Lewis Ski Boats in Berkeley Vale, for example, stepped in immediately to help rescue boats and provide off-site storage. Likewise with Steve Crawford of Col Crawford Motors at Narrabeen. Many others in the industry rang to offer support and assistance.

“There have been numerous people who have helped or offered help. It’s very encouraging when you get that.”

Customers too responded with support and understanding in the difficult circumstances.

“We’ve got some very loyal customers who have accepted the situation and have been very patient with us to be able to still do our work.”

No stress, no drama

Foremost among those Bullen singles out for thanks are Lyndon Turner at Nautilus Marine Insurance and his insurance broker, Jeremy Craig at InterRisk Australia, both of whom immediately began the process of ensuring that any claims were dealt with rapidly and with the minimum of fuss.

“They were straight onto it. There was no query, no stress, no drama, nothing was a problem to them. I can’t thank both of those guys enough.”

An immediate part-payment of $20,000 was made to cover the loss of tools and ensure the business could get back to work as quickly as possible.

Equally important was the provision

Ken Bullen of KB Marine at North Narrabeen.

of business interruption cover which provided a lifeline as the business struggled to look after its customers without a proper workshop.

Bullen says many small marine enterprises probably ignore business interruption cover believing – or hoping – that nothing untoward will ever happen to them. He is living proof that disaster can indeed strike in totally unexpected ways.

“This business would not have survived without business interruption insurance,” he comments. “We will never, ever steer away from having it. You’ve got to have business interruption insurance.

“I can’t emphasise enough to spend time to read and get to know your insurance policies and make sure you have the right insurance policies for your business.”

Was there ever a time when Bullen thought about throwing in the towel and walking away?

“Never,” he says emphatically. “It never crossed my mind in the slightest.

I’m blessed in the job that I do. I get to assist people with their boating and I just love what I’m doing.

“I never thought ‘This is getting too difficult’. It’s just another little speed bump you’ve got to negotiate over.”

On the day that Marine Business visited KB Marine, Ken Bullen was eagerly counting down the days to when he and his staff could return to working in the rebuilt workshop.

Two shipping containers that had been functioning as temporary workshop facilities were empty and ready to be removed. With Spring just around the corner, the timing of the resumption of normal business couldn’t be better.

Battered but unbowed, KB Marine has negotiated its ‘speed bump’ and is getting back to business. h Story published courtesy of Marine Business magazine & Marine Business On-line.

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Education, Training & Development

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015 has been a momentous year for us with lots of training activity and hard work on projects coming to fruition, and planning is well underway for 2016. A round up of activities for the year is here. I wish you a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year! See you in 2016.

Corrina McMillan, Education & Training Coordinator.

Marine Card Program A huge amount of work has been going on behind the scenes in developing the Marine Card Program this year.

The industry specific WHS General Inductions have been held from Coffs Harbour, to Batemans Bay, to Adelaide. We’re well on our way to adding 250 new Marine Card holders this year with the running tally since inception closing in on 3000. Some of these inductions have been held ‘on demand’ indicating an increased uptake in the program, with more Marinas and Clubs relying on the Marine Card Program to manage WHS compliance.

The online Refresher was launched in March, allowing knowledge of legislation and good practice to be refreshed with ease and at the convenience of the Card Holder, and expired Marine Card re-validated for a further 5+ years.

The website <www.marinecard.org.au> has been given a brand new look with increased functionality, making it easier and faster to update profiles in a very user friendly format.

Recognising the challenge facing contractors in keeping their documentation up to date at multiple venues, the websystem provides an online profile for all Card Holders which stores uploaded documents such as insurance certificates of currency, SWMS, safety data sheets, and permits and licences, as well as details of staff or sub-contractors working under the profile owner’s coverage.

The launch of the Access Management System (AMS) in June added a further dimension to the program: the automated system assists Marine Sites with managing compliance, and streamlines the contractor sign-in process. Signing in to a work site is now faster, allowing Contractors to get in and get on with the job – very important when ‘time is money’.

The Contractor signs in using their Marine Card number and PIN on a tablet; the entry is then checked against the profile on the web-system for induction status, insurance coverage, or access restrictions.

Once successfully signed in, a printed wristband is issued which is worn by the contractor indicating that they are signed

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in and permitted to be working on site. Site administrators can then use the system to see who is on site and what they are doing, and a range of search, reporting and SMS functions is at their finger tips.

You can find out more about the Access Management System by contacting Alan Barrett on (02) 9438 2077 or <barrett@bia.org.au>.

If you have a Marine Card that has or is about to expire, you can easily update it through the online Refresher. Go to <www.bia.org.au>, click on ‘Employment & Training’, then ‘Marine Card Refresher’.

If you want to know more about your profile, or just a little help updating it, contact Corrina on (02) 9438 2077 or <corrina@bia.org.au>. There is also a handy ‘Info & Resources’ page on the <www.marinecard.org.au> to help.

Have you thought about hiring an Apprentice?

If you haven’t got round to it already, now would be a great time to start your search for an Apprentice.

The BIA has pages on its website dedicated to listing Apprenticeships vacant – and the best thing is if you are a BIANSW Member, it’s free! It’s simple to upload a listing; • Go to <www.bia.org.au> • Click on ‘Employment & Training’, and then click on ‘Jobs’.

• Select ‘List an Apprenticeship vacant’ and complete the online form.

• Submit, and your listing will show within a couple of days.

Before you do that though, take a look at the ‘Apprenticeships Wanted’ page.

You’ll find listings from people who are looking for a placement, where they are and what they want to do. It’s worth a look – one of them could be your next Apprentice!

If you’re unsure about Apprenticeships, or don’t know about the benefits in hiring one, visit the Australian Business Apprenticeships Centre at <www.apprenticeshipsupport. com.au> and click on ‘Employers’. You can download a free information pack which will answer all your questions, or give them a call on 1300 363 831.

Watsons Bay Pilot Station

June 2015 saw the official opening of the Pilot Station, following a two year project to redevelop the old building into a Boating Safety Education Centre. The rebuild was funded by RMS, with all the training vessels, safety gear and classroom equipment funded by the NSW Government under the Water Safety Black Spots Fund.

The end result is a quality Education Centre that will be a legacy to boating safety activities for many years to come.

The focus of the centre is for not-for-profit organisations to provide the opportunity for a wide variety of people to learn necessary skills and gain knowledge to enjoy safe and fun boating. A range of educational activities take place at the Pilot Station: sailing, kayaking, motor boating and rowing, plus lifejacket safety lessons for young people, and snorkelling in the clear water of Watsons Bay. Greg McNeill (President, Marine Teachers’ Association) has worked closely with BIA to develop the programs aimed at High School students; and we are very pleased to have Paddle NSW deliver some of their fantastic training courses at the Pilot Station – these courses are open to the local community and members of the public so everyone can benefit from their skilled instructors. Sailability also visits the Pilot Station with a wonderful group from the Minimbah Organisation which provides respite care.

In further development (scheduled to be introduced before the year is out) is a 2-day program in conjunction with the Sydney Heritage Fleet, featuring boating safety at the Pilot Station and activities and an overnight stay on the James Craig.

The program is aimed at schools in regional areas where a day trip to Sydney would be impossible; however Metro schools and other youth groups are also welcome to join in the fun.

LIFEJACKETS

Although a ‘Boating Safety’ Education Centre, the Pilot Station provides the perfect setting to raise awareness of the marine environment, and the importance of taking care of our precious waterways and the life in it to preserve it for many years to come. Regular dives take place around the new pontoon, existing wharf and surrounding area, with excellent footage and images adding further depth to the programs run at the Centre.

The plan for 2016 includes adding to our range of on-water activities, and to welcome even more groups young and old alike to the Pilot Station.

Marine Teachers and Paddle NSW at the Pilot Station.

Advertise in Boating Industry Association

Logbook

Published four times per year with a print run of over 1,000 copies, Logbook is distributed to BIA members, associates, industry stakeholders and selected friends of the BIA. Full Page Half Page Quarter Page

Members $650.00 $450.00 $300.00

Non-members $1,300.00 $900.00 $600.00

Inserts also available Members $300.00 Non-members $600.00

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 fitted.

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.

All prices are for finished artwork supplied by the advertiser and exclude GST. Advertising is subject to space availability and the BIA reserves the right to reject advertising.

For publication dates and specifications, please email info@bia.org.au

To book advertising, contact the BIA on 02 9438 2077

ENJOY SAFE BOATING

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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

BIA of NSW & SA LOGBOOK Dec’15/Jan’16 - 29 Boating Industry Association

About Logbook

Logbook is the official newsletter of the Boating Industry Association. First published in early 1975, it carries information intended to keep BIA members and interested stakeholders up to date with industry matters of importance, member profiles and a number and variety of other stories intended to help readers to be better informed.

Logbook is currently distributed to BIA members in NSW, SA as well as other associates and colleagues the BIA deems to be interested in matters pertaining to our industry.

To coincide with the ongoing work to amalgamate the state Association bodies, from this issue distribution will expand

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to include members in Queensland and Western Australia, as well as the Houseboat Hirers Association.

Logbook is published four times a year, March, June, September and December. It is complemented by the BIA’s E-News that is a fortnightly electronic newsletter emailed to members.

Past issues of Logbook can be viewed at <www.bia.org.au> Between Logbook and E-News, the BIA intends keeping its members up to date with relevant information. We do hope for those new to Logbook and E-News that you enjoy reading them. For any feedback or contributions please contact your local state representative or Email <genua@ bia.org.au>

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