Logbook - Winter 2020

NEWSLETTER

Winter 2020

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The official newsletter of the Boating Industry Association

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LOGBOOK

Winter 2020

NEWSLETTER

The official newsletter of the

Boating Industry Association Ltd PO Box 1204 CROWS NEST NSW 1585 Ph: 02 9438 2077 Offices in NSW, SA & Queensland

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Email: info@bia.org.au Web: www.bia.org.au & www.myboatinglife.com.au

Board of Directors President: Darren Vaux Directors: Simon Cook, Andrew Fielding, Miriam Griffen, Richard Hopkins, Jon Hunt, Michael Jarvin, Nicholas Kitchen, Stuart Myles, Nathan Nichols, Adam Smith.

BIA Staff General Manager, Member Services — Nik Parker General Manager, Marketing, Events & Communication — Domenic Genua

Policy and Advocacy

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BIA Member Report Card

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Firefighters Family Day on the Water

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Membership update

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BIA Governance

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Industry Standards

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Divisions Update

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Membership Support Officer — Jenny Bellaver Event Operations Coordinator — Alicia (AJ) Blackett Marketing, Events & Special Projects — Phil McDermott Marketing & Communication Coordinator — Megan Robson Special Project Manager, Government & Safety — Kim Fox Office Administration and Reception — Linda Edge

Please send editorial contributions to Domenic Genua at genua@bia.org.au For advertising rates contact the BIA (02) 9438 2077 Please send editorial contributions to Domenic Genua at genua@bia.org.au Logbook gratefully acknowledges those that contributed and in particular Robin Copeland from SPINS (0414 266 758) for his assistance in producing this publication.

© Copyright 2020 Boating Industry Association Ltd. 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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General Manager, Policy & Advocacy — Neil Patchett SA & NT Member Services Manager — George Bolton

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General Manager, Finance and Administration — Simon Hazelbrook

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Getting the deal done right!

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Single-use Plastics

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Boat Show Season

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Kids Activity Books

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Social Media Uplift

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Front Cover: Ian Alexander McAndrew.

From the President

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elcome to the winter edition of Logbook in what has been a most unusual year. I would like to first mention past President and life member Ian McAndrew who sadly passed away in late June. Ian was an extraordinary man who dedicated himself to driving success for the boating industry.

Ian was a positive force, mentor to many and champion for the industry from the time he joined the Board of BIA NSW in 1988 through to his record of 14 consecutive years as President ending in 2006. He was a passionate advocate for boating and that included representing Australian interests on the International Council of Marine Industries Association as well as the International Marinas Committee.

Ian leaves a considerable legacy of achievements and our thoughts are with his family and friends. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by us all.

The year 2020 has certainly been one of extraordinary events and we are only just over halfway through. We have had the national bushfires over the summer, extreme weather and flooding, and of course, COVID-19 which the World Health Organisation declared a global pandemic on 12 March seeing the Australian economy and community move into lockdown in April.

The boating industry is closely related to tourism and felt the initial brunt of COVID-19 which restricted movement and discretionary spending with the evolving nature of COVID-19 seeing constant change in disease control measures nationwide.

In the face of these challenges, the BIA has worked hard to be responsive and adjust to the changing environment with strong advocacy as to the importance of boating for physical and mental health, and as an activity that can be practiced with social distancing.

Consequently, boating and fishing activities were some of the first to be relaxed during and after the lockdown and boating continues to be recognised as a safe, enjoyable and important activity during these times.

The boating industry has been challenged but we are resilient and positioned to seize opportunities arising. We are primed for recovery and growth, and indeed many dealers – new and second-hand – are reporting current business conditions are among the best they have experienced. We know the situation is dynamic, as shown by recent developments in Victoria.

With the prospect of large public gatherings in 2020 unlikely, and following consultation with members, the Board resolved to cancel the BIA Boat shows in Sydney, Brisbane and Adelaide for 2020, tighten the Associations expenditure and reduce staff hours.

The Board’s focus for the Association was on supporting members, maintaining and developing access to boating and infrastructure and develop new pathways to connect with boating and soon to be boating public.

During the last few months, we have engaged and worked with governments at all levels to support industry, whether that be financial support packages for members and businesses, or advertising campaigns to promote domestic recreation, or investment in domestic tourism and maritime infrastructure.

Our focus is to support members, industry, jobs and the boating lifestyle.

We are pressing governments to improve the land-water interface across metro and regional areas, and thereby

deliver improved safety, convenience and accessibility to our waterways for the benefit of millions of Australians now and into the future.

We have encouraged the Federal and State Governments to suppor t and deliver domestic tourism marketing initiatives to help the recovery.

Such campaigns are rolling out across the country and will continue to have a strong domestic theme. Of course, boating is well placed to support such an approach. Afterall, almost 20 percent of homes in Australia have a boat or watercraft of some type.

In some ways COVID-19 is a reset button. With overseas holidays and cruises not possible for quite some time, people are turning to boating to connect with family and friends. Our opportunity is to highlight and promote boating as a safe way for families to get together whilst being COVIDSafe and that includes whilst travelling where permitted intra and interstate.

We have explained to governments that boating is an activity with the proven ability to help people manage and recover from trauma and stress. We will continue to promote boating as a family activity that can provide much needed physical and mental well-being and something that can be done in compliance with appropriate social distancing.

While Australia has done extremely well in responding to COVID-19 when compared with many other nations, the situation remains dynamic, with the chance of outbreaks likely to be with us for some time to come. For these reasons, we must maintain a strong commitment to being COVIDSafe.

The BIA established a dedicated webpage in the early stages of the emergency which contains a host of information to help members, businesses, contractors and public on how to minimise risks and to be prepared to manage outbreaks.

Those webpages contain direct links to relevant information from the maritime regulators and Safe Work Australia which can be found at https://www.bia.org.au/community/covid-19 I would like to thank and acknowledge our BIA management team and staff, State Councillors and Board members who have all had to face a range of difficult challenges so far this year. Tough decisions have had to be made and implemented in the interests of our members, our industry and the boating lifestyle.

The opportunities arising from the recovery stages of COVID-19 are significant and we are presented a rare opportunity for boating to shine as an activity of choice.

Early indicators suggest Australians are either getting back into or taking up boating for the first time as an attractive leisure activity as we all look more to local, domestic and COVIDSafe experiences.

I believe our industry is well placed to seize upon what is an extraordinary opportunity to grow boating, in all its forms, across Australia.

See you on the water (at a safe distance).

Darren Vaux, President

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Policy and Advocacy COVID-19

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hrough late 2019 and up until today, Australia has experienced an extraordinary combination of environmental extremes in fire and flood, and most recently the coronavirus COVID-19, which the World Health Organisation declared an official pandemic on 12 March.

The collective impact is challenging social, economic and environmental norms.

The fires and floods strained and stressed communities in the impacted areas which were primarily regional, and COVID-19 has added to that through social and economic implications of international consequence of still evolving scale and duration.

Although Australia has done relatively well in its recovery to date, the impact of COVID-19 is expected to be felt well into 2021 and perhaps beyond.

Policy & Advocacy certainly had to step up activity due to the pandemic with two main themes: • Unfolding stages – managing the existing and developing challenge before the industry eg: business support and jobs; and lockdown implications on boating • Recovery stages – responding to challenges and opportunities arising for the industry and boating public.

The new BIA Policy & Advocacy unit was barely seven

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months old when COVID-19 kicked in and shifted its efforts to representing the interests of the BIA at all levels of government.

Through March and up to end of June, BIA Submissions related to COVID-19 were sent to key stakeholders ranging from the Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, Federal Ministers, State Ministers and Members of Parliament, Heads of Departments and Senior Officials in Departments. In total 171 COVID-19 submissions were delivered to key stakeholders across topics that included: • Support for maritime business and jobs • Keeping marinas and boat yards operational • Seeking commercial rent relief for marinas and boat yards • Seeking support for and promotion of tourism including ‘on and in the water’ • Seeking funding and/ or red tape reduction for new and improved maritime infrastructure • Promoting boating as a low-risk activity that can assist in the social and economic recovery that can be part of any early release plan A central aim in the recovery stages was to get back to boating as soon as possible. This included efforts to lift boating restrictions as soon as practicable, encourage industry support initiatives and to encourage the promotion of boating

and boating tourism as part of the early solution for the social and economic benefits.

h For transparency, these submissions (examples of primary versions and not every single paper sent to an addressee) are at available in the public domain at https:// www.bia.org.au/industry/submissions

COVID-19/ the Boating Industry – A Communications Strategy 2020 With Board of Directors support, the Management Team put in place a response strategy designed to guide BIA actions and help ensure clear lines of communication for staff, members and stakeholders.

With a barrage of information in circulation, the focus was on single sources of truth such as Federal and State Governments, and WHO. To support the strategy, the Management Team established a COVID-19 Project Control Group which met weekly through March to June. The aim was to ensure a coordinated, team effort in support of the industry, its members and boating lifestyle.

As part of the strategy, the Management Team used digital channels to deliver messages to members and external stakeholders; these include a new and dedicated COVID-19 page which carried important BIA and government notices, and industry support information such as JobKeeper, Grants, COVIDSafe and more.

The list of digital channels activated is as follows: • BIA COVID-19 webpage https://www.bia.org.au/ community/covid-19 • BIA website https://www.bia.org.au/; • BIA CRM (Customer relationship management) tool for email distribution; • Prodocom for SMS distribution; • E-News bulletins to members; • E-Newsletters to the public; • BIA LinkedIn https://tinyurl.com/tjut2hx; • BIA Twitter https://twitter.com/BoatAustralia ; • BIA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ BoatingIndustryAssociation/ ; • Zoom was used to engage with internal/ external stakeholders; and • A Flickr site was created to help share images to internal and externals including media https://www.flickr. com/photos/185964320@N02/

Stay safe in cold water

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ollowing on the principle of the internal Project Control Group, the Management Team set up a weekly meeting with key external stakeholders that included representatives of Marina Industries Association, Australian International Marine Export Group, BIAVIC, BIAWA and Australian Sailing.

Like the internal working group, the aim was to share information and coordinate efforts wherever possible at a time of rapid change.

This, importantly, included collaboration in advocacy work with submissions to governments and encouraging the sharing of digital BIA resources.

This group is likely to keep meeting throughout the recovery phases of COVID-19 and is currently working on a project to share data for the benefit of the industry across Australia.

List a Job Vacant for free

www.bia.org.au The BIA website has an active Jobs Vacant notice board.

Listing a Job Vacant is simple and can be done online.

Go to the BIA home page www.bia.org.au

Capsizing in cold water can be life-threatening.

To stay safe in cold water: • Minimise the risk of capsize – watch the weather and don’t overload your vessel • Don’t be fooled by air temperature, the water can still remain very cold • Always wear a lifejacket Lifejackets give you time to self recover or wait for help.

For boating weather go to www.bom.gov.au/marine Just about everything there is to know about recreational boating in Australia!

COVID-19 External Stakeholders Group

www.bia.org.au/safety

or www.bia.org.au/joblisting You must be logged into myBIA to list a Job Vacant.

Listings are usually loaded onto the website within 2 business days.

For assistance, please contact Linda Edge English - linda@bia.org.au Phone: (02) 9438 2077

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ANZSBEG

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IA is an active member of the Australia and New Zealand Safe Boating Education Group. This group meets twice a year and its membership includes representatives from all maritime regulators across Australia and New Zealand, along with key non-government organisations in boating and water safety.

The group presents BIA with a significant opportunity to work with State and Territory regulators on a range of recreational boating issues, and to press for responsible, safe and enjoyable boating.

At the April meeting, BIA presented an overview of an industry-led solution to inflatable lifejacket care and servicing which can be done in collaboration with ANZSBEG and its pending National Lifejacket awareness campaign.

The care and service of inflatable lifejackets is a critical issue for regulators, stakeholders and the boating public.

If inflatable lifejackets are not appropriately cared for and serviced according to manufacturer’s instructions, then the likelihood of these drowning prevention products failing to work as intended increases.

Standards Australia – CS060 committee for lifejackets, deck harnesses and safety lines

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IA is an active participant on the Standards Australia committee CS060 for lifejackets, deck harnesses and safety lines.

The committee is reviewing the Australian Standard for lifejackets (AS4758) following a request from the ARBSC which in turn was responding to concerns from member jurisdictions such as Tasmania, Victoria and Queensland.

These concerns related to issues such as in-water testing procedures including the required apparel to be worn during testing; service periods and instructions; and how to improve in-water performance.

The primary goal was to improve the general likelihood that inflatable lifejackets will perform as intended which is to help reduce the risk of drowning through immersion.

CS060 made progress on the review through the first half of 2020 with agreement on most of the proposals such as the consistency in servicing dates i.e. self-check every two years and thereafter a mandatory check from a service provider every three years.

The primary goal ... is to help reduce the risk of drowning through immersion.

ANZSBEG members have discussed and debated this situation for years and there remains a significant gap when it comes to public information relating to what is required by care, inspection and service of inflatable lifejackets, what is involved in care, inspection and service, and how to find a service agent no matter where a person is in Australia.

The BIA proposal will see industry develop a lifejacket web portal that delivers a coordinated and consistent approach to customer information including choosing the right lifejacket, understanding the need for pre-wear checks, regulator inspections and mandated servicing.

The BIA is prepared to assemble the industry input to deliver the required content such as lists of service agents by product along with location information for those agents so that the public can easily find support for servicing; along with a host of related product information.

The resulting web portal would deliver a community service for ANZSBEG to help address the top priority action under its work plan; it would also support the need for improved education and awareness about servicing that is priority action for the current review of AS4578 being run by Standards Australia.

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Clothing to be used in testing for lifejackets instead of bathers, consistency with markings on the outside of lifejackets such as whether it is automatic or inflatable and whether or not restraining devices (eg., crotch straps) could be included at the time of manufacture have all been accepted for review except securing of CO2 bottles.

The new draft is likely to read for public consultation in the last quarter of 2020 potential for the final version to be ready in the last quarter of 2021.

As is the norm, stakeholders such as manufacturers, consumers and retailers will be given the opportunity to make comment on the standard changes.

LIFEJACKETS

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.

ENJOY SAFE BOATING www.bia.org.au Ph: 02 9438 2077 For employment in the marine industry log onto www.bia.org.au and click on 'Training / Jobs' For boating weather log on to www.bom.gov.au/marine

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ARBSC Australian Recreational Boating Safety Committee

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he BIA was invited and participated in the March meeting of the Australian Recreational Boating Safety Committee.

This committee is comprised of senior officials from maritime regulators in the States and Territories across the nation, and includes the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

The invitation was a response to two separate submissions put to the committee to i) consider the Inflatable Lifejacket web portal mentioned above and ii) consider a proposal for BIA to trial SmartHIN. The ARBSC supported the lifejacket portal proposal and also SmartHIN. The latter is a BIA developed innovation to better manage the Manufacturer’s Identity Code (MIC) and Hull Identification Number (HIN) with the aim of reducing red tape and inefficiencies, and improving new-vessel data collection for industry.

The same benefits can apply to regulators along with improvements in system integrity, and enhanced support for data interrogation, audit and Australian Builders Plate compliance.

• reducing costs currently associated with the paper-based system, to both authorities and industry.

Each SmartHIN certificate is uniquely generated and stored at the end of the process to define a HIN. The system maintains a record of every HIN issued via SmartHIN, thereby eliminating the possibility for duplication.

SmartHIN will accommodate a digital authentication signature (e.g. DocuSign as used by the ATO) that will prove the authenticity of the certificate, while helping to provide an audit trail.

ARBSC supported the proposal for BIA to run a SmartHIN trial in the second half of 2020.

BIA Member Report Card – March 2020

MEMBER REPORT CARD MARCH 2020

SmartHIN is capable of securely administering a nationwide MIC register, and the issue and maintenance of HIN for domestic manufacturers. It can be readily modified to encompass imported vessels and similarly, SmartHIN can be modified to support the ABP. With the HIN incorporated into the next version of the ABP there will be an ability to track manufacturer details for investigations by authorities using a secure digital system; also building upon consumer confidence through the ABP; guiding industry to minimum floatation, load and engine capacity.

Abandoned and derelict vessels with a HIN could be identified to the owner via historic and interstate registration systems to support emergency and SaR situations, support to authorities in resolving issues around lost or abandoned vessels. Just some of the benefits are: • provide MIC holders with a secure platform for management of their records • eliminate the use of paper forms – which can and have been lost - in the mail • all forms will be digitally verified and delivered securely either by email, or directly into a secure online repository • provide for batch-processing of multiple HIN where the vessel is part of a common production run • single source of truth regarding identification of vessels regardless of location of builder, dealer or buyer • potential for authorised entities (eg., regulators, police) to run a permitted query in real time

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IA works to advocate for the industry and support the boating lifestyle throughout the year. On 10 March BIA responded to calls for a progress report card to be made available. The Member Report Card was released in March and the aim is to produce two a year.

The BIA Report Card will be published well clear of Logbook and will provide a high-level summary of activities to promote and support the boating industry and the boating lifestyle, particularly with Local, State and Federal Governments.

This is just one way, the BIA can help keep boating on the agenda with key decision makers across Australia regarding issues ranging from support for skills and training, red-tape reduction and support for boating activities, through to access and infrastructure.

Firefighters Family Day on the Water

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he Firefighter family day on the water initiative was created by Neil Driscoll of Above and Beyond Boating to provide a way for the boating community to give back to the volunteer men and women who had given up their 2019-20 summer and precious time with family to battle blazes across our country often in very traumatic circumstances.

The BIA supported this worthwhile initiative to give back to firefighters and their families through the positive experience of getting out on a boat on our waterways.

Science has shown there are vast cognitive, emotional, psychological, social, and physical benefits that we can all derive from being on, in or under the water. Author of the bestselling book Blue Mind, Dr Wallace J Nichols says: “Being on a boat is one of the best ways to access the wellness benefits of the water.”

His research shows that on a boat, feel-good hormones (dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin) go up, while stress (cortisol) goes down. In fact, Dr Nichols was so supportive of the initiative he recorded a special message for the BIA in support of the Above and Beyond Boating initiative; that video is at https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9v_J_Ch4b8&t=4s Boating can make a real difference to people’s lives and it’s a great way for our boating community to show our thanks and support to these amazing people and help firefighters and their families have some respite.

Neil Driscoll reported that hundreds of volunteer firefighters and their families from brigades around Australia turned out for a fantastic day on the water on 15 March with members of the boating community. Families arrived at event hubs for a BBQ in the morning before they stepped onboard a variety of boats, including active and cruising sailing vessels, and motor cruisers.

Neil, the Founder & Managing Director of Above and Beyond Boating, who established this charity event said it was amazing to see the boating community and volunteer firefighters come together for this day after months of preparation and discussions with multiple organisations to make it happen.

“My wife and I started talking about this event after seeing the devastating fires and the impact it had upon the firefighters.

“We came to the conclusion that although people signed up to be firefighters, no one signed up for the fire events we’ve

seen over the last summer. It must have just been horrendous for the families and our idea was to organise a day on the water to give the families a chance to reconnect.”

Darren Vaux, President of the Boating Industry Association, said “A great day out on the water can make a positive and lasting difference to people’s lives and it was an excellent and appropriate way for our industry and boaters to show our thanks and support to firefighters and their families.

“We have no doubt that this will become a tradition as boaters continue to share the joy of the boating lifestyle to those who volunteer their time to protect their communities.”

BIA would like to think that the excellent effort by Neil Driscoll and his small team to set up this event could perhaps become an ongoing event on the calendar.

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Policy Submissions A

list of formal submissions by the BIA on behalf of members for the past six months includes the following: 26 June 2020 – Support for the Treharne’s Upgrade of Manly Boatshed BIA made a submission to the Northern Beaches Council in support of the proposed upgrade to the Manly Boatshed in North Harbour. The upgrade would enhance the ‘destination’ features of this facility that the Treharne family established in 1945.

16 June 2020 – Red Tape Reduction to Support Business BIA made a Submission to NSW Fair Trading calling for changes to the legislative framework that negatively impacts the boating industry under the Pawnbrokers and Second-hand Dealers Regulation 2015.

12 June 2020 – Investing in Maritime Infrastructure to Support Jobs and Growth (NSW) BIA delivered Submissions to a number of Ministers in Qld, NSW and SA calling on State Governments to seize the opportunity to invest in maritime infrastructure, industry and jobs to improve the land-water interface across metro and regional areas, and thereby deliver improved safety, convenience and accessibility to our waterways for the benefit of millions of Australians now and into the future.

6 May 2020 – Tourism, Advertising and Boating The BIA wrote to Federal and State Ministers and heads of departments for Tourism to encourage support for the boating sector in upcoming advertising and marketing initiatives for domestic travel and holidays.

1 May 2020 – Rent relief for Marinas BIA wrote to the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment with a request that the NSW Government grant 6 months’ rent free rent relief, similar to QLD and WA, to all marinas that hold leases with it in NSW with the proviso that such rent relief is passed on in full to sub-lessees.

22 April 2020 – Boating can Support Domestic Social and Economic Recovery BIA sent a Submission to a total of 36 Ministers at Federal and Premiers at State level, and heads of departments across Australia advocating for their support of the gradual and measured reactivation of boating activities where appropriate.

Boating is a low-risk activity which supports businesses and jobs, and also the mental and physical wellbeing of those who get out on the water in the open fresh air.

17 April 2020 – Latitude 35 DA for development in Adelaide The BIA endorsed this proposal which would create an important ‘destination’ that would drive social, economic and environmental benefits to the region. This proposal would enhance the public and community experience through a waterfront activation.

9 April 2020 – Workplace exposure standards for airborne contaminants BIA delivered a brief submission to Safe Work Australia on the issue of workplace exposure standards for airborne contaminates.

31 March 2020 – BIA Marina Chairs request support to maintain operational capability and rent abatement BIA Marina Division Chairs wrote to the heads of Departments in member States to advocate for keeping maritime infrastructure such as marinas and boat yards operational throughout COVID-19 and to help keep such businesses viable through rent abatement.

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28 March 2020 – Boating on the Murray River, Murray Bridge BIA made a submission to the Rural City of Murray Bridge which opened a period of public consultation for the Draft Community Land Management Plan A12 Wildens Way. 25 Mar 2020 – BIA President requests support for maritime infrastructure nationally The BIA President sent a letter to heads of Departments around Australia to advocate for lease rent relief, spend on infrastructure and also recognition of the value of boating to the public.

25 March 2020 – BIA Letter to the Prime Minister in support of boating The BIA President wrote to the Prime Minister regarding COVID-19 and the role of boating through the unfolding event and importantly the social and economic benefits from boating through the recovery stages.

11 February 2020 – Letter to Minister Stokes re: Yamba Welding and Engineering and support for regional business 7 February 2020 – Submission re., Gladesville Bridge Marina re., facility upgrade 31 January 2020 – Submission re., Australian Builders Plate review consultation 10 January 2020 – Submission re., draft Noosa River Plan consultation

Policy Guides A

number of polices were finalised and published on the member website and include the following: January - Single Use Plastic Policy At the beginning of the year, BIA finalised a Single Use Plastic Policy paper. The Policy is now live on the BIA member website. However, promotions are being delayed until the recovery stages of COVID-19 are well advanced.

13 May 2020 – COVIDsafe This is an outline of the industry principles to apply for staff and the public to help manage COVID-19 and respond to any outbreaks.

17 March - COVID-19 / Business Continuity For the Boating Industry Association, the safety and wellbeing of our employees, members and public is our utmost priority, and to that end we are closely monitoring all updates and following any advice issued by the WHO and the Federal Government, especially the Federal Department of Health.

14 February Marine Environment Key Messages The ICOMIA Environment Committee Common Environmental Messaging Work Group has produced a document showing that the leisure marine industry takes environmental issues seriously.

Meanwhile work continues on a draft paper on Extreme Weather/ Climate Change for ICOMIA.

Strategies:

A number strategies were finalised and published on the BIA website and include the following: April - COVID-19/ the Boating Industry A Communications Strategy 2020 January - Career Pathways in Boating Skills and trades for the boating industry Meanwhile a Sailing Industry Strategy is in drafting stage.

State Relations

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he BIA team has worked to build relations with all State and Territory Governments and good headway has been made in most jurisdictions. For example, engagement with Queensland has moved to a new positive phase.

The issue of marina lease policy flared up in Queensland during February with the announcement that Compass Marina (Redcliff Marina) was closing. This put the issue in the public domain and opened an opportunity to engage with the Minister for the Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR) on the issue of marina lease policy.

This in turn led to the opportunity to arrange for a meeting on 9 March of the Minister’s policy advisers, head of property at DTMR and the head of Maritime Safety Queensland. The next step, which has support from the Minister’s office, is for MSQ to formally invite BIA to participate in a review/ reset process of the marina lease policy.

For a recent video chat with the General Manager of MSQ take a look at https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=NdUagd3vYdU&t=90s The positive relationship with the government in Queensland was also an assistance with the relatively fast response by government in delivering commercial marina rent relief in that State.

In Queensland other key issues where the BIA is working hard with senior officers on behalf of the industry includes the War on Wrecks, Australian Builders Plate and infrastructure.

In NSW, the issue of commercial marina rental relief took much longer to progress but at the time of writing, there were positive signs of a shift in the position of the department in support of industry.

The emerging issue of end-of-life vessels is also increasing

in prominence in NSW and BIA is working with departments to support an appropriate policy response to this challenge.

There are some good signs in NSW with a possible vessel recycling trial being progressed at Yamba, while people like Alan Steber of Stebercraft at Taree already making positive moves in recycling, which the Transport for NSW is expected to have a policy position available in the coming months.

Relations were also advance in South Australia, Tasmania and Northern Territory while BIA Ltd has been able to work closely with BIA Victoria and also reach out to BIA WA especially in order to help with advocacy stemming from COVID-19.

The latter has involved engaging all States and Territories in matters such as support for early release of restrictions on boating, support for boating tourism, support for funding and cutting red tape to enable new and improved boating infrastructure.

Owning a boat should be a lifelong pleasure.

The process of buying a boat should be easy if done right.

Members of the Boating Industry Association pledge to abide by the Associations Code of Practice.

When buying a boat from a boat broker, look for the BIA logo.

BIA members can be found at www.bia.org.au or by calling (02) 9438 2077.

Life on the water is great. The process for buying a boat should also be.

Members of the Boating Industry Association pledge to abide by its Code of Practice that also incorporates its Code of Ethics. To make sure a business carrying the BIA logo is a current member, check for their details at

www.bia.org.au

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Membership update Building a strong membership The core objective of the BIA as a member association is to support the membership and to help grow and sustain the industry.

Many projects support this objective, including boat shows, boating promotion and specialist industry development programs, all complementary to the core focus of member engagement and representation.

Membership profile 2020 Membership numbers as at end June 2020 were 640 consisting of a make-up of 615 full financial members and 25 life members.

2020 has of course brought some unique challenges to the boating industry – as well as life in general – and at the time of Logbook being published, a number of members are yet to respond to the invitation to renew membership.

To support businesses that are likely experiencing difficult trading conditions, BIA has placed around 75 memberships into an Inactive category and the Member Service team will follow up with these businesses later in the year to see how they are faring.

Unfortunately, a number of past members have not renewed for the 2020 membership year, many of these being business where the owner has now retired or sold the business.

There was also a group of around 40 members in NSW which has now confirmed membership of the relaunched Commercial Vessel Association and decided not to continue BIA membership. BIA is pleased to have helped to reinvigorate the CVA and to have helped re-establish this Association as the representative of this important sector of the marine industry, BIA maintains a good working relationship with CVA. Notwithstanding this, during the first half of the year, BIA has welcomed 18 new members, with a further five applications currently being processed. This is slightly down on previous years, but is still encouraging that new businesses are looking to the BIA to support their development.

Membership by state The state-by-state breakdown of members shows 316 located in NSW, 190 in Queensland, 83 in SA, 3 in NT and 23 reporting a head office based in another state.

Welcome New Members During the first half of 2020 BIA has welcomed 18 new members from across the three principal states of BIA membership. These new members demonstrate the continuing growth and success of the boating industry in Australia and the appreciation of the importance of being a member of the national industry association.

New Members welcomed in 2020:

Above and Beyond Boating NSW BAC Maritime Pty Ltd WA Bote Australia NSW Dan’s Jet Power Pty Ltd NSW Deckee NSW DreamWeaver Houseboat SA Eziyacht NSW Fliteboard Pty Ltd NSW Grays Ecommerce Group Ltd NSW Hunter Valley Marine NSW Love Life Houseboat SA MB Yachts Pty Ltd NSW MGM Engineering NSW Skipper a Clipper NSW The Wanderer SA Torrens Luxury Collection QLD USAFE Oceania SA Yard Engineering QLD

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Keeping in touch via myBIA Members should always remember that there’s a wealth of information available to them at the myBIA Member Centre.

The portal can be accessed by logging on at https://www.bia. org.au/?command=login and entering your registered email address as the username and self-selected password.

If this doesn’t work, you may not have been set up with access: speak to your organisation’s BIA primary contact or drop a line to the BIA Membership team at membership@

bia.org.au

Tell someone

where and when you are going offshore A travel plan and estimated time of return is vitally important for a boater, their family and friends: • Log on/off VHF Channel 16 • When required, use your marine radio to log on to a coastal radio base before you leave • Remember to log off when you return, or report in if your trip is extended Accidents can happen when boating and wearing a lifejacket could save your life.

Just about everything there is to know about recreational boating in Australia!

www.bia.org.au/safety

BIA Governance

Queensland State Council 2020-2021 Councillor

State Councils and BIA National Board BIA State Council AGMs Following the move to not hold in-person state council AGMs due to COVID-19 restrictions on gatherings, each state council met during the last week via video link to discuss the industry response to the impact on boating and businesses, and to conduct regular state council business as usual.

In each state there was no requirement for an election of new councillors, with those councillors eligible to re-stand doing so, with two exceptions where councillors elected to retire for other reasons.

Standing down were Matthew Hodson of John Crawford Marina in Queensland, Andrew Craddock of Marina Adelaide and Ken Bampton of Orlando Houseboat in SA and Ian Ford of Bass & Flinders in NSW. Both Matthew and Andrew also stood down from the BIA Board of Directors following completion of their respective terms on the Board. Thanks go to all for their support for the BIA over the course of many years.

New Councillors were appointed in replace vacant positions: these were Lorraine Yates of White Bay 6 Marine Park and Brian Gatt of Logix Group in NSW; and Jason Day of Marina Adelaide in SA. The make-up of each state council for 2020-21 is as follows: NSW State Council 2020-2021 Councillor

Member Company

Position

Member Company

Position

Andrew Fielding

Anchorline Yacht Brokers

Chairman

Ben Anderson

Mackay Marina

Councillor

Brett Bolton

Coriolis Marine

Councillor

Greg Haines

The Haines Group

Councillor

Johan Hasser

Mulpha Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

Councillor

Nicholas Kitchen Yamaha Motor Australia

Councillor

Nathan Nichols

Cruise Craft Boats

Councillor

Mike Orsmond

Rib Force Inflatables

Councillor

Peter Ruhle

Boating & RV

Councillor

SA State Council 2020-2021 Councillor

Member Company

Position

Stuart Myles

Elite Skiboats

Chairman

David Binks

Binks Marine

Councillor

Allen Buckley

Riverdance Houseboat

Councillor

Tim Cook

Club Marine

Councillor

Rob Cuming

Christies Beach Marine

Councillor

Jason Day

Marina Adelaide

Councillor

Trish Flaherty

Nautilus Marine Insurance Agency

Councillor

Adam Smith

ABC Boating College Sydney

Chairman

Simon Cook

Cook Family Enterprises

Councillor

Brian Gatt

Logix Group

Councillor

Miriam Griffen

Griffen’s Marina

Councillor

Jon Hunt

Hunts Marine

Councillor

Richard Hopkins

EJ Milde

Councillor

Michael Jarvin

Advanced Marina Management

Councillor

Steve Ottway

Cape Jaffa Marina

Councillor

Ned O’Neil

Rose Bay Marina

Councillor

Shannon Stocks

Shannon Outboard Service

Councillor

Steve Williams

Standen Marine

Councillor

Lorraine Yates

White Bay 6 Marine

Councillor

Tracy Souris

Sydney Boathouse

Councillor

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To wrap-up the state council AGMs and undertake the formal business of the BIA Ltd as a member association, the national AGM was held in early May. As an exercise in engaging with a national membership spread across three states and beyond, the use of an online ballot process proved highly successful with 98 members taking part, adding weight to the votes cast by the board when they met, electronically, at the designated time of the AGM. The principal business to resolve was the confirmation of state council nominations to the national board, to serve as directors of the BIA for a period of three years.

Following the AGM, the Board of Directors met and elected Darren Vaux to serve as Chairman of the Board and President of the BIA for the next 12 months, with Nathan Nichols reelected as vice-President.

Two new Directors were also welcomed to the Board; Richard Hopkins, representing SA State Council and Adam Smith as a Board-appointed director.

The Board was confirmed with three representatives for each of NSW, SA and Qld and two board appointed director serving at the gift of the board, as follows: Director

Member Company

Position

State

Darren Vaux

Empire Marina Bobbin Head

President Ind

Simon Cook

Cook Family Enterprises

Director

NSW

Andrew Fielding

Anchorline Yacht Brokers

Director

Ind

Miriam Griffen

Griffen’s Marina

Director

SA

Richard Hopkins

EJ Milde & Co P/L Director

SA

Jon Hunt

Hunts Marine

Director

NSW

Michael Jarvin

Advanced Marina Management

Director

NSW

Nicholas Kitchen

Yamaha Marine Australia

Director

QLD

Stuart Myles

Elite Ski Boats

Director

SA

Nathan Nichols

Cruise Craft Boats Director

QLD

Adam Smith

Australian Boating Director College Sydney

NSW

State Council and National Board meetings 2020

together several state and industry associations, however in the intervening period it became clear that an update of the Constitution was required to improve provisions supporting various levels of governance and to improve the language of a number of clauses.

Additionally, a need to clarify that a BIA member is a corporate entity or sole trader as opposed to a private individual was also considered necessary to support the basis of the member association.

The opportunity to add in a clause to define Honorary Life Member was also taken, along with clarification of the period a member may serve in the role of President.

Previously there had been no limit to this – only the period for which a member could serve as a director (nine years): the President is now elected annually by the Board of Directors following the BIA Ltd AGM or as otherwise required.

To provide clarity to the governance structure and the roles and responsibilities of state councils and divisions, new clauses were added to the Constitution to confirm: maximum number of councillors on a state council; the (lack of) authority of a state council or division to enter into any contractual obligation; the provision for a division to levy members for special projects; and the process by which a division may be wound-up, including to provide for a right of appeal which a winding-up was a Board of Directors instigated action.

In all, the changes to the Constitution were designed to modernise the document and take account of learnings of the first six years of use of the previous edition.

The new Constitution was drafted with the assistance and legal guidance of Associations Forum to ensure it is consistent with contemporary association constitutions and to ensure all changes and the process of approval met legal requirements.

The endorsement by members at the BIA Ltd AGM was the final approval and the new Constitution 2020 edition now provides the BIA with a governance document fit for the next 10 years.

In 2020, the National Board and State Councils have met formally three times, in March, May and July with the three state councils meeting two weeks ahead of the Board.

Additional meetings of each group have been held in the interim periods as required, to provide advice and guidance on topical local and national issues.

The next round of State Council meetings will be held in September: the usual November round of member forum meetings in November will then be held subject to COVID-19 restrictions.

BIA Ltd Constitution 2020 Business transacted at the BIA Ltd AGM also included the adoption of a new Constitution.

The previous Constitution had originally been drafted as a transitional document to develop a framework for a growing organisation. It also used concepts for governance that had been inherited from earlier state-based constitution documents.

Starting with the merger of BIA NSW and BIA SA in 2014, the previous Constitution had been used to bring

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Industry Standards Australian Builders Plate In February, the BIA participated in the Australian Builders Plate standard working group, reviewing submissions made during the consultation, running to over 60 pages of comments.

A very productive 2-day workshop resulted in resolution of all comments and preparation for an updated text of the new edition of the standard. The group agreed a number of changes proposed by the BIA and industry members that will improve the effectiveness of the ABP and also assist with interpretation of the compliance requirements.

Thanks to BIA members attending the workshop go to Cruise Craft Boats, Telwater, John Crawford Marine, In and Outboard Marine, Collins Marine and Bar Crusher Boats.

What’s new in ABP Standard 2020 One of the principal changes in the Edition 5 ABP standard is the improvement of layout, format and explanation of how to apply the standard. This had previously caused considerable confusion and new document is a much easier document to navigate, with the use of tables to identify all requirements relevant to a particular type and size of boat.

A number of policy changes and technical improvements have also been made.

The requirement to apply all relevant elements of a referenced technical standard (concept of full compliance) has been introduced, which means that all tests and assessments listed in that standard are required to be applied, along with outcomes of such assessments.

For example, if the outcome of assessment using a referenced technical standard requires that a boat be fitted with level flotation, then this is required to be fitted and the manufacturer is not permitted to declare the boat meets only basic flotation outcomes.

An important improvement provides for the option to define a maximum number of persons OR maximum load, a key issue for smaller boats.

This change recognises that the boat has an ability to carry, or support, a load (which is a combination of persons, fitted equipment and carry-on gear) and not necessarily a specific number of individual persons of a standard average mass.

This will confirm that the boat owner or skipper has the ultimate responsibility to assess whether the intended loading of the boat is in compliance with the rated capacity.

Related to this is a strengthening of the requirement to affix warning labels to provide clear guidance to the boat owner or skipper that loading, including number of passengers, may need to be varied (reduced) depending on the expected operational area/conditions for an intended voyage.

Clarification of the use of conservative values determined by compliance with the referenced technical standards will allow manufacturers to limit capacities such as number of persons or engine power where required, with the potential (subject to compliance with other criteria) of applying any ‘savings’ to other elements of the total load carried.

Proposals were also made to provide for simplified testing for smaller boats, to be enabled by changes in the supporting standard AS1799.

This referenced technical standard is now the subject of a review itself and BIA is working with Standards Australia

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and industry stakeholders to develop an updated version of this standard over the next 12-18 months.

The new Edition 5 of the ABP standard (draft) may be viewed here: https://www.bia.org.au/documents/item/1437.

The new standard is expected to be published by late 2020, following various rounds of formal approval.

On publication there will be a 12-month transitional period during which application of the new edition will not be enforced. Until the new Edition 5 standard is published, it is important to remember that compliance with the ABP must be to the existing edition. BIA will advise when the new standard is ready for use.

AS1799 Small Craft With the review of the domestic standard for boat design (AS1799.1) now underway, the Boat Manufacturers Division has nominated a delegation to represent BIA and its members at the Standards Australia committee, consisting of Nathan Nichols of Cruise Craft, Michael Walker of Telwater and Peter Cleland of Bar Crusher.

The work of the committee is also supported by BIA member Peter Holmes of CNC Marine, representing the Royal Institution of Naval Architects.

BIA GM of Member Services Nik Parker chairs the committee, which also comprises representatives of each state and federal marine regulator, user groups and other agencies including marine rescue and water police.

The technical work to review all elements of the standard is now underway, with working groups meeting on a fortnightly basis to draft updated or new/additional provisions and to identify areas for industry education in application of the eventual new standard.

Initial topics that have been addressed include: clarifying the make-up of the maximum persons capacity in terms of actual persons or actual mass; improving the definition of the static float plane and subsequent assessment of internal volume; updating engine and associated equipment masses in line with current engine characteristics; and clarifying the need for turn-testing of higher performance boats.

As the work progresses, members will be invited to provide comment on a new draft standard and education on new or improved requirements will be provided. The new edition of AS1799 is expected in mid-2021.

Commercial vessels The National Law for Domestic Commercial Vessels is now into its eight year of operation and AMSA is now improving the underpinning policy decisions and standards to support the regulations. Current focus is on crew qualification standards with the development of a Coxswain 3 qualification of particular interest to BIA members.

This qualification will become the lowest grade of ticket available for a skipper of a DCV, aimed at operations such as marina tenders, small workboats and operations where the vessel is used incidentally to the principal business operation.

Currently, this qualification is provided by Exemption 38 which was introduced in 2015. To obtain an Ex38 qualification, the applicant is required to hold a recreational boat licence and to then have completed one of a number of alternate assessments.

This includes practical training courses delivered by an RTO or (with some limitations imposed on use of the vessel in

various setting) by completion of the BIA Marine Card program.

With many members at some stage using a vessel as part of their business operation where it would then be considered a DCV, it is highly recommended that all such members – and their employees – obtain a BIA Marine Card to support their application for an Ex38 qualification.

Notwithstanding the work underway to develop a new Coxswain 3 ticket, AMSA has recently announced an extension of Ex38 – along with all other current exemption – for a period of 5 years to end June 2025. Now is an opportune time for members to consider updating their qualifications associated with this.

Mandatory float-free EPIRBs From 1 January 2021, float-free emergency position indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs) will be mandatory on certain types of domestic commercial vessels. Float-free EPIRBS offer significant safety advantages for crew and passengers on sinking or capsized vessels.

AMSA conducted extensive public consultation about float-free EPIRBs in 2018. As a result, changes were made to the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) effective from 1 January 2019.

A two-year transition period applies – from 1 January 2021 the new requirements for float-free EPIRBs will become mandatory for certain types of domestic commercial vessels.

Types of vessels affected

Most, but not all domestic commercial vessels will be affected by the change, whether they are new vessels, existing (grandfathered) vessels, or transitional vessels. It also applies to certain vessels that are exempt from the requirement to have a certificate of survey (also referred to as ‘non-survey’ vessels), including those operating under the exemption 02 and 04.

Vessels not affected

Vessels without level flotation that are less than 12 metres in length and operating in D and E waters (https://www.amsa. gov.au/vessels-operators/domestic-commercial-vessels/ vessel-classes-and-service-categories) will not be affected by the changes.

Similarly, all vessels that are less than 12 metres with level flotation can continue to carry the kind of EPIRB currently required regardless of where they operate. The change does not affect coastal life rafts.

AMSA is also considering whether alternative options to carriage of a float-free EPIRB could produce a similar safety outcome for owners of vessels that are less than 7.5 metres without level flotation operating in offshore waters (B and C) [https://www.amsa.gov.au/vessels-operators/domesticcommercial-vessels/vessel-classes-and-service-categories ] waters: for further information, please review the AMSA website at https://www.amsa.gov.au/news-community/newsand-media-releases/mandatory-float-free-epirbs

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The marine industry in Australia by the numbers 2020 Industry data

Industries Association

$7.95 bn

Turnover in 2019

25,320

People are employed directly by the industry, with more than 10,000 contractors also engaged

Industry profile by sector 18%

NEW BOAT SALES TOURISM

14%

USED BOAT SALES

14%

YARD SERVICES

13% 11.5%

MOORING/MARINA BOATBUILDING

7.5% 6%

MANUFACTURING

5%

RETAIL/WHOLESALE ENGINE SALES PROFESSIONAL OTHER

The marine industry covers a broad range of sectors, with boat sales, storage, yard services and charter operators leading the way

3.5% 3% 5.5%

2,000 + Businesses

Operating in the recreational, superyacht and commercial marine sectors in Australia

32% Industry profile by employment

24% 12%

10%

15%

7%

}

Companies in the marine industry are predominantly smaller businesses, typically employing less than 5 people

But with a number of larger companies in the boatbuilding and professional sectors SOURCE: AMIAG STATE OF THE INDUSTRY SURVEY, JULY 2020

SOLE TRADER

MORE THAN 50 LESS 11-15 21-25 THAN 6-10 16-20 26-50 5

DATA HAS BEEN CROSS CHECKED AGAINST OTHER INDUSTRY DATA SOURCES

© Boating Industry Association Ltd PO Box 1204 Crows Nest NSW 1585 • T. (02) 9438 2077 • info@bia.org.au

Offices in: Sydney • Gold Coast • Adelaide

Recreational fleet key data

85

Fleet by size and material

%

13%

75

%

Boats under 6m

of fleet more than 10yrs old

62% Aluminium Boats

33% Fibreglass Boats

Fibreglass

35%

10%

Aluminium

24%

<4m

*includes PWC

<6m

6% 2%

4%

<8m

>8m

A nation of boaters

2

Boating is one of the leading pastimes in Australia – over 2 million Aussies have a boat licence

million

More than

915,000

Strong growth in non-powered sector outdoor, healthly lifestyle.

countless non-powered watercraft

plus as many again paddle craft, SUPs, sailing dinghies

registered boats

L: 940 B: 264

The fleet is growing with

10,000

new registrations each year

L: 262 B: 101

+

L: 293 B: 59

L: 519 B: 236 L: 420 B: 198

80,000+ now registered

PWC are the fastest growing sector of powered vessels

Licences (‘000s)

L: 70 B: 31

Registered Boats (‘000s) Perpetual licences in Qld, SA and WA SOURCE: STATE BOATING REGISTRATION AGENCIES, JULY 2020

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Offices in: Sydney • Gold Coast • Adelaide

Divisions Update

Have your say ...

Member communications and feedback

Marine Brokers Division

T

he need for a marine broker accreditation program has been identified following a series of complaints about businesses in this sector in Qld and NSW and work is now underway to review and update previous education materials used as part of such programs in these states.

Combined with requirements covering second-hand dealer licence, trust-style accounts and the use of standardised documentation, the accreditation program will provide an additional level of professionalism for the broker sector and confidence in the boat-buyer community that they are dealing with a reputable business.

Planning for the program has been delayed by the change of focus arising from the response to COVID-19, but, as with many other BIA member support projects, this is now back on track and an objective to roll out education and accreditation over the next 12 months is now in place.

Noting the requirements of accreditation, the first phase of the program will be a self-audit by brokers, confirming to BIA that they have in place – or are working to have in place – relevant systems, processes and protocols.

This will commence by end of 2020, with non-compliances to be rectified by mid-2021. Ultimately, the accreditation program will provide for on-site audits of brokers’ processes as part of the BIA membership engagement program.

Boat Manufacturers Division

T

o support the work to revise standards, the Boat Manufacturers Division has provided input to the review

Stay safe in cold water Capsizing in cold water can be life-threatening.

To stay safe in cold water: • Minimise the risk of capsize – watch the weather and don’t overload your vessel • Don’t be fooled by air temperature, the water can still remain very cold • Always wear a lifejacket Lifejackets give you time to self recover or wait for help.

For boating weather go to www.bom.gov.au/marine Just about everything there is to know about recreational boating in Australia!

www.bia.org.au/safety

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BIA sends out regular communications – including Logbook and the fortnightly e-news, plus topicspecific messages from time-to-time – but often we don’t hear back from members.

Of course, not every member is involved with every issue BIA is working on, but as a member association our core duty is to ensure members are kept informed of and involved with the work of the BIA. Members across SA, NSW, Qld and beyond are always welcome to provide comment on local issues or topics likely to be of relevance to members around the country and should feel free to address such to their local Member Services team representative or directly to Nik Parker at nik@bia.org.au.

of Australian Builders Plate standard and now currently the review of AS1799.

One of the key outcomes of the ABP review was the request of the state marine safety agencies that BIA look to develop an education program for boat manufacturers – and importers and dealers – to address their obligations under the ABP standard.

This was complemented by the recommendation that BIA considers developing an accreditation program for manufacturers and boats, taking guidance from the US National Marine Manufacturers Association program.

A proposal to respond to these requests and recommendations is being developed and the division will be convened later in August to receive this, along with updates from the Standards Australia representatives on progress with AS1799 revision.

Marina Divisions

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ach state marina division has met during the year, in a mix of in-person and Zoom meetings, to cover a range of topics relevant to local marina operators or common to businesses across the country.

This has included marina lease negotiations, infrastructure management, insurance considerations the increasing problem of abandoned vessels.

The meetings also provide a networking forum for marina members and also a connection with state agencies on a collective basis, which is important in addressing industry issues with the support of member’s peers.

Drafting is currently underway to produce a guide to managing abandoned vessels to complement the BIA berthing agreement: this will provide a business-focused process for dealing with scenarios where an owner has stopped paying accounts, has neglected to maintain a vessel or has simply walked away and is no longer contactable.

The law provides for a process to manage this, but the law often is not the most pragmatic approach and the guide will support members with hard-won advice from members who have managed the process before.

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Getting the deal done right!

The importance of good paperwork

H

aving your “paperwork” done properly is essential.

Failure to get this right may mean that your business is left with fewer options to enforce its position if any issues with your customer arise.

We have found that commonly issues stem from our clients not being aware of the requirements of “agreements”/ “contracts” and “deeds”.

This Logbook entry will outline some of the key features and differences between these types of legal documents and what you need to do to make sure it doesn’t all go wrong.

Agreements and deeds It is essential that all documents involved in legal arrangements, such as the sale of transfer of interests in land (e.g. a marina berth lease) or personal property such as a boat, be properly prepared and executed.

Usually a commercial transaction will be legally documented as either an agreement / contract or a deed.

Deeds and contracts have their own specific requirements and features that you should be aware of.

The table below outlines their main features.

Generally, deeds signed and exchanged in this way will not be legally binding.

This requirement has been changed temporarily.

COVID – 19 Special Arrangements

There have been a number of temporary arrangements made due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For example: • Companies are temporarily able to execute and exchange documents electronically.1 This will be in effect until 6 November 2020. There is a possibility that this change will remain in place for a longer period of time.

• Queensland is allowing deeds to be signed and exchanged electronically until 31 December 2020.2 It is hoped other States will follow this example and that these arrangements may be adopted permanently in the near future.

Confirming who signed the documents

It is now established law and common practice for agreements / contracts to be executed and exchanged between parties electronically including by counterparts. This will generally be legally binding on the parties although in some circumstances other laws may impose other requirements.

Where documents are executed electronically it is important to confirm with the signee that they either signed the documents themselves or provided their authorisation and consent to have those documents executed on their behalf (e.g. where someone else has affixed the signee’s signature to a document).

Currently, there is no definitive method provided to verify a person’s consent when reviewing electronically signed documents. The following suggestions may assist: • requesting an email and a follow up phone call to confirm the signee’s authorisation and consent; or • executing the documents through a recognised electronic signing platform (e.g. DocuSign).

Deeds

Useful Tips

Execution of documents Agreements / Contracts

Historically, there has been a requirement for deeds to be signed in ‘wet ink’, with hard copy original documents to be exchanged between parties. We often see deeds signed and/ or exchanged electronically.

Agreement / Contract

The following are some useful tips to follow to when entering into contracts / deeds: • consider whether the document should be a contract or deed and make sure the requirements of that type of document are followed;

Deed

An agreement is any understanding or arrangement which has been reached by two or more parties and is not necessarily legally binding.

A deed is a special type of binding promise or commitment to do something and can be made by one or more parties.

A contract is a specific type of agreement which is legally binding and enforceable in a court of law.

There is no requirement for consideration to pass for a deed to be legally binding.

Contracts require all of the following: • offer (from one party); • acceptance (by the other party); • an intention to be legally bound by all parties; and • consideration (money or some other thing of value) is to be exchanged.

A deed is binding on a party when it has been signed, sealed and delivered to the other parties, even if the other parties do not execute a deed.

Agreements / Contracts can be in electronic form and executed electronically.

Traditionally deeds cannot be made or executed electronically. This may be changing.

You generally have 6 years from a breach of contract to commence a claim

You have between 12-15 years (depending on which State you are in) to commence a claim for a breach of a deed

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• have a written document (preferably typed for clarity); include the full names of all parties (including ACN/ABN details where applicable); • perform title or Personal Property Security Register searches to confirm the property belongs to the relevant party and whether it is encumbered; • check that all details regarding the sale included and are correct; and • verify the other party’s identity before executing yourself. h If you are interested in this topic or require legal assistance, please feel free to contact Tim Smith at McInnes Wilson Lawyers on (07) 3231 0628 or by email to TSmith@mcw.com.au 1 Corporations (Coronavirus Economic Response) Determination (No. 1) 2020.

2 Justice Legislation (COVID-19 Emergency Response – Wills and Enduring Documents) Amendment Regulation 2020 (Qld).

Single-Use Plastics

T

he Boating Industry Association (BIA) is committed to supporting outcomes which deliver ongoing and improving economic, social and environment benefits for the boating industry and public.

Like all industries, the boating industry has a responsibility to support and advocate for the sustainable use and responsible disposal of its products. This includes plastics.

Too much plastic ends up in the environment where it can pollute our waterways and oceans and endanger marine life.

The BIA is to adopt the principle of phasing out single-use plastics which are often also referred to as disposable plastics, are commonly used for plastic packaging and include items intended to be used only once before they are thrown away or recycled.

These include, among other items, grocery bags, food

packaging, bottles, straws, containers, cups and cutlery. Not included in ‘single-use’ are plastics designed and intended for reuse and that includes boats.

The BIA supports a list of positive environmental actions which are aligned with kindred associations such as the Marina Industry Association (MIA), the International Federation of Boat Show Organisers (IFBSO) and the Exhibition and Event Association of Australasia.

The IFBSO for example is currently developing and adopting its own ReThinkPlastic campaign. This is in addition to the work that is done with our Association partners such as show venues and suppliers.

A world-wide consumer survey from 2015 showed that the ‘millennial’ generation (born 1981-1996) value sustainability when making consumer choices.

This is a theme which also resonates with generations born after 1996. Consequently, it is important for the industry to demonstrate an environmentally friendly image and reputation to younger generations to encourage people to continue to make boating as an activity of choice.

The BIA is to introduce a pledge for members, as the MIA has done, to phase out single-use plastics by 2025. This is a voluntary program that will be activated via the BIA website.

BIA supports a list of actions which are aligned with the MIA program that includes the following: • Remove the use of single-use plastic straws, cups, bags, utensils or bottles in your business; • Provide water bottles that are reusable and refillable; • Provide a way for staff and customers to refill water bottles; • Educate staff and customers about single-use plastic prevention, pollution prevention, recycling and local clean-ups; • Design a plan to Reduce Single-use Plastics from the business. Divide different items up rather than trying to eliminate all at the same time. Setting a timeline can help stick to a commitment; • Designate a Steward who will drive the changes to business practices and work with external stakeholders such as customers and suppliers; • Provide ample opportunity for recycling by customers; • Use signage to show your commitment to the initiative and educate your customers; • Provide sustainably sourced options to single-use cutlery and cups; and • Organise or sponsor a regular community clean-up event. h More details will be released as we progress towards the upcoming boating season.

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The Boat Owners Association of NSW Inc Consumer Action in Boating

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hen a customer walks into your showroom, or contacts you for service, they’re looking to invest in something good – fun, enjoyment, relaxation, escape, or are in need of a service you can provide. And boating can provide that in spades.

And because it can, your customers keep coming back for work to be done to their pride to upgrade their boat, add accessories or introduce a friend.

But what happens to that sense of fun and escape when something comes up completely from left field – for instance, your customers’ favourite mooring spot is now cordoned off with marker buoys? Or the local Council just notified them that they had parked their much-loved new boat for “too long” in one spot? Or last Saturday at the local boat ramp resembled the crowd at the Myer Boxing Day sales?

Bureaucracy is much harder to fix than a bilge pump – and a lot less fun.

Which is why the Boat Owners Association should be an essential part of every boat owner’s boating kit.

The BOA has been around since 1982. It isn’t a big organisation – in fact, it is made up of boat owners just like you and your customers. The common bond is that we all want to be able to continue to enjoy boating, with as little impact from outside influences as possible.

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What sort of influences?

BSOs who have different understandings of what marker buoys mean in popular anchoring locations in Sydney Harbour The RMS mooring service campaign – and why it’s important and welcomed by boaters who take the time to look after their boats Insurance companies who rely on some very interesting interpretations to potentially avoid claims And the difficulty of just finding insurance in some high-churn mooring areas ... and a lot more besides.

Apart from the work we do representing our members, we’ve recently embarked on a discount program to offer those members tangible savings across surveying, mechanical, electrical and legal services. Have a look at our website for more details – www. boatowners.org.au But being a member-based organisation, we can only do that if we have members – and that’s boaters just like you and, very importantly, your customers.

Your business, the BIA and the BOA share a lot in common – but one thing in particular.

All of us want boating to remain as hassle-free and fun as possible. To that end, we’d ask you to let your customers know about us. The work we do not only benefits individual members, but you and your business as well.

Membership is less than $1/week and you and your customers can be part of the action at www.boatowners.org.au – hope to hear from you soon and we’d be delighted to provide you with all the information that you (and your customers) need.

Contact: Joann McKay, 9960 1859 or admin@boatowners.org.au

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Boat Show Season

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he COVID-19 scenario continues to provide us with uncertainty. Disappointingly, 2020 will be the year that our four shows will not proceed since their inception in the 1960’s. Likewise, we have seen the same for our sister shows in Melbourne, Perth and Sanctuary Cove. In Auckland, the Hutchwilco Show has also been cancelled.

At time of writing, Sanctuary Cove were hopeful for a scaled back event later in the year, with our cousins across the ditch planning to proceed with the Auckland Show.

There has been much conjecture about the outcome of not having shows and we are hearing mixed views on what should happen next.

The information from some industry sectors, as it has been internationally, is that sales and activity for the recreational marine industry has been buoyant. This is hugely positive and welcoming news in a world where so many industries are doing it tough.

However, complacency can be a problem and despite the current positive market, we do not know what the future holds.

It was recently written that the only certainty is uncertainty.

The market is good now, but for how long is anyone’s guess.

With this in mind, the Boating Industry Association is looking to the future, and preparing to be ready to deliver as the market needs it.

Recently, exhibition industry representatives had a private audience with Prime Minister Scott Morrison where he welcomed the opportunity to understand business events and the challenges they faced.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the Prime Minister said “We can get business events running again, we can get exhibitions running again, they can be done safely, they can be done economically and viably, and so today was a good

opportunity to consult with the industry and get a good handle on some of the obstacles they have, some of the challenges that they will have to get across.”

The BIA is equally keen to prepare itself for the future. When the COVID-19 pandemic was declared the initial thought process was to look to a recovery plan post COVID. That attitude has changed and the new process is to prepare for a future with COVID. Even if the speculation is right and we do have a vaccine in the new year, we must concede that the future of shows will have a different make up. Public health and the care for all stakeholders must become an even greater priority than it has ever been. Consumer sentiment, and a possible public hesitation to attend public gatherings will need to be considered as a possible challenge.

The Boating Industry Association is in the final stages of delivering a Boat Show “Event Safe Operating Framework” that will see a number of new umbrella philosophies in relation to how we run safe events.

Complementing this will be a COVID Safe Operating Plan designed for every show, that caters for the operational delivery of our program, customised to the venue and the various other stakeholder COVID initiatives.

2021 dates have been set with the various venues and whilst the exact outcome for 2021 is yet to be seen, it is imperative that we are prepared to deliver industry beneficial events for those that need and want them.

Look for the BIA Member symbol Businesses throughout all segments of recreational boating can be found as members of the Boating Industry Association.

Boating Industry Association

These businesses have pledged to abide by the association’s Code of Practice.

Consider dealing with a BIA member first Look for the BIA member logo or visit our website

www.bia.org.au

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The BIA partners with Safe Boating Week ANZSBEG to deliver lifejackets.org.au

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overnment agencies around Australia and in New Zealand have declared the 25 September to 2 October National Safe Boating Week. The period precedes the long weekend and unofficial start of the boating season.

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he BIA has partnered with ANZSBEG to support the delivery of a new website focused on providing a singlesource of reliable information on lifejacket wear and servicing for the public across Australia.

The site www.lifejackets.org.au, currently under development, is due for launch ahead of the boating season and seeks to positively impact marine safety by means of: • Educating the boating public on the types of lifejackets available for different applications • Communicating lifejacket owners’ responsibilities to check and service their lifejackets • Providing a clear pathway to access relevant state specific legislative and compliance requirements • Providing lifejacket owners the opportunity to register their lifejackets in order to receive service reminders and further lifejacket education • Building a national directory of lifejacket retailers and service agents for the various types of inflatable lifejackets in the market • Retailers, service agents and manufacturers are invited to come forward to ensure your business is being represented on the site.

Please contact kim@bia.org.au for further information.

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On the same dates the Boating Industry Association will declare it Boating Week to allow the industry to bring the lifestyle to the forefront of the public’s mind.

Activities will include several initiatives that will allow the BIA to drive the lifestyle message, but also allow members of the BIA to take advantage of the hype to conduct and run their own boating lifestyle activities.

Boating Week will see the launch of a new Consumer Boating Campaign to promote the boating lifestyle.

Linked to our new consumer facing assets, it is envisaged that the campaign will launch an ongoing program of connectivity with consumers with messages refreshed to suit the season and industry need.

The BIA will use the week to reach out to the broader media with daily messages around all aspects of the boating lifestyle with the view to inform, inspire and embrace new people into boating, as well as motivate exiting boaters to get more active on the water.

Industry members will be encouraged to design and implement their own activities that can be promoted by the BIA to celebrate boating week.

Any BIA members across Australia can devise an activity, and participate from their own business premises, to create an engagement with the public.

Activities can include, but are not limited to, factory open days and tours, Try Sailing at member Clubs, Try Boating Days by members or OEM’s, guest appearances (celebrity, influencers, fishos) at member businesses, Boat Club family tours, special activities at Maritime Museums, education organisations / institutions to conduct sample classes and marinas can possibly invite locals for a “community” social gathering.

The success of the week will require a combination of the BIA’s promotion, with the members ability to deliver an activity and also promote themselves to their clients and local community.

Industry members wishing to discuss ideas or register their interest to participate should contact any member of the BIA Team.

A Lifejacket

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A New Consumer Face

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he charter of the Association is complex yet well defined.

The pinnacle principle that oversees all its work, is that the Associations efforts must lead to member prosperity.

Within that charter is the clear mandate to promote the recreational boating lifestyle. Over the years, there have been numerous initiatives to do so with the old MyBoatingLife.com. au website playing its part as the consumer facing portal.

Since its launch in 2012, and with the passing of time, the site has become out of date.

2020 will see the site relaunched with a new name. True to the objectives of the Association and to those who we wish to connect with, the name was an outcome of a focus group that included leading members of our industry with marketing backgrounds, along with a number of industry friends drawn from the power, paddle, sail, sporting interest and boat tourism sectors.

The diverse group of representatives were moderated by an independent to ensure there was no bias to the process.

The Association see that there are three clear audiences that provide us with an opportunity for growth.

Importantly and firstly our task is to provide information and inspiration for non-boaters to engage in the lifestyle. We also need to embrace and re-engage those lost to boating so that they return to the lifestyle, and finally to provide existing boaters with information to better their time on the water and inspire them to spend more time boating.

But the naming of our assets is not the only process.

MyBoatingLife will be retired very shortly and at time of writing a new modernised, freshly populated website was being prepared to be launched. It will provide the foundation

for new and inspiring content with the view to grow and further populate it with exciting and useful information.

New features to the site will see the launch of “Boat TV” drawing from the existing resources of our members with the outlet hosting channels under the categories of Accessories, Adventure/Lifestyle, Brands, Education, Fishing, Retail Businesses, Safety, Sailing and Tourism. To date, we have identified over 70 member channels to feature within these categories.

Another feature will be a product listing service for members. This will allow members to promote products and services they have for sale within the Association’s portal and with the added backing of showing the public that listings are those of current members of the BIA. At time of writing, the BIA was finalising the processes required to adopt the new name.

Members will see a rolling out of further announcements and information in the coming weeks.

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The Marine Card program provides an industry-wide approach to improve safety awareness and performance, streamline compliance and promote a culture of commitment to WHS in our industry.

There are three parts to the Marine Card Program 1. Our Online WHS General Induction Our online WHS General Induction designed specifically for the boating industry, focusing on risks and hazards found in our complex working environment and helping workers to understand their legal responsibilities and contribute to a safer workplace.

2. marinecard.org.au A dedicated website designed to aid the exchange of vital WHS information between Contractor and Marine site.

3. Access management System An automated Access Management System designed to streamline and simplify Contractor access and compliance management at Marine Industry worksites.

MARINE CARD, DO YOU HAVE YOURS YET? The Marine Card is now held by nearly 3,500 people in the recreational marine sector. As a business running a site or an individual visiting one, this is a start to ensuring you are on the way to meeting your WH&S obligations.

To obtain your Marine Card, you must successfully complete the online Marine Card Induction. If you have a Marine Card that has expired, you can update it by completing the online Refresher at www.bia.org.au/training

Innovative, simple and right for our industry, the Marine Card Program supports employees, sole traders, contracting businesses and workplace controllers to meet their legal obligations and make our industry safer for everyone.

Find out more at www.marinecard.org.au or contact:.

Member Services (02) 2077: membership@bia.org.au Corrina McMillan (02)9438 9438 2077, training@bia.org.au

Another service from The Boating Industry Association PO Box 1204 Crows Nest NSW 1585 | Ph: (02) 9438 2077 | Email: info@bia.org.au

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MY ADVENTURES BOATI N G

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Boating is for everyone

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Kids Activity Books

he Coronavirus lockdown gave the BIA a great opportunity to launch its kids educational workbooks named “My Adventures Boating”.

With a new theme in each edition, kids were able to have some fun while learning about a variety of subjects such as Life is fun on the Water, Getting Ready to Go

Boating, Boating is for Everyone, Under the Sea, Rivers and Lakes as well as Let’s Catch a Fish.

Free copies can be downloaded from the BIA website under the ‘Community’ tab. They will also be available from the upcoming new consumer website.

Retailers continue to play a key role in keeping our boating community safe

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or the third consecutive year, the BIA is proud to continue its partnership with Transport for NSW to support the roll out of safety campaigns in retailers state wide.

The program aims to connect with businesses across industries, from boat dealers and tackle shops to paddle craft centres, giving them the opportunity to place key safety messages in their retail outlets through point of sale materials such as flags, key rings, stickers and more.

To date the primary focus has been on lifejacket wear, however the season ahead will look to expand on this to incorporate other priority issues such as lifejacket servicing, alcohol consumption, speed awareness and cold weather boating.

Safety is a key component of the BIA’s charter, and the ongoing delivery of the program provides a platform to support members and industry to play an active role in promoting safe boating within their communities.

All materials are made available at no cost to

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participating businesses. For more information and to take part in the program contact kim@bia.org.au.

Tell someone

where and when you are going offshore A travel plan and estimated time of return is vitally important for a boater, their family and friends: • Log on/off VHF Channel 16 • When required, use your marine radio to log on to a coastal radio base before you leave • Remember to log off when you return, or report in if your trip is extended Accidents can happen when boating and wearing a lifejacket could save your life.

Just about everything there is to know about recreational boating in Australia!

www.bia.org.au/safety

Social Media Uplift Boating Industry Association

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he Boating Industry Association is taking steps to renew and rejuvenate its social media activity. Current social media channels will be renamed to link with the new consumer website. The desired result will be a uniform consumer facing identity across all its lifestyle platforms.

Outside of the lifestyle activity are the boat show assets.

These will remain dormant and only used appropriately during the show season. Events are date and location specific, and independent channels are needed for the maximum return on those efforts.

That said, the popularity and large numbers of followers for these have not been taken for granted and a program will be launched to entice show site followers to also engage with our lifestyle channels as well.

The BIA has had excellent exposure for its advocacy programs through its recently launched BIA LinkedIn profile.

This will provide the BIA with a social outlet for its corporate and advocacy drives.

The Association plans to intensify its efforts in and around social media later in the year and into 2021, with the view of applying specialist resources to drive growth and return in this area, and complement that with opportunities for members to get support and help for their own businesses.

A Lifejacket

Never ruined a day on the water!

Accidents do happen when boating and wearing a lifejacket could save your life.

There is a lifejacket for everyone, pick the jacket which: • Suits your activity • Suits your ability • Is comfortable • Make sure it is serviced and maintained to manufacturers guidelines Wear it - inspect it - service it.

Just about everything there is to know about recreational boating in Australia!

www.bia.org.au/safety

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Cost: Members Non-members Full Page

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Information: 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

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Sunset and Evening Star ...

Vale Ian Alexander McAndrew

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t is with much sadness that we advised in June of the passing of Past President and Life Member of the Boating Industry Association Mr Ian McAndrew. Ian was 83.

Ian was elected to the BIA Board of Directors in December 1988. He was elected Vice President in December 1991 and served as President from April 1992 until May 2006.

It was a record 14 consecutive years and post Presidency he remained on the Board serving as Immediate Past President.

Ian also represented Australia on the International Council of Marine Industries Association (ICOMIA) as well as The International Marinas Committee.

Past President Doug Olding said, “I served on the BIA Board alongside Ian and observed his obsession and passion for the Boating Industry and willingness to contribute on all matters at all levels.

“Ian consistently and generously gave his time and effort to the Association and Industry and never sought nor expected anything in return other than success for his fellow members.”

Farewell Steve Batton

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n June the industry received news of the sad passing of Steve Batton.

Steve was part of the recreational boating industry from a young age and was well known for his passion for boating and everything that it brought to people.

Steve leaves behind a loving family and many friends in the recreational boating industry.

May Steve Rest in Peace.

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Through his dedication and ability to look at the Industry from a national perspective, Ian was a prime mover in the establishment of, and founding Director of the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) and a founding Director of the Marina Industries Association (MIA).

Ian was heard on many occasions saying; “I love this industry I wish I could do more. What more can we do? How do we achieve our goals?”

Past BIA General Manager and Life Member Roy Privett said: “Ian was a friend to us all. He was astute, passionate and leader of the Aussie Boating and Marina Industries.”

At meetings Ian would plead with members to make time available for the BIA. This is something he did in large doses.

Current BIA President Darren Vaux reflected on the energy and passion Ian had for the industry and described him as a “A true industry stalwart.”

The thoughts of the BIA’s Board of Directors, Councillors, Staff and Members remain with Ian’s family.

Fair winds and following seas.

Rest in Peace. h

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