Logbook - March 2014

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March 2014

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The official newsletter of the Boating Industry Association of NSW & SA

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BOAT SHOW

State of the Industry Survey Page 8

Industry Poised for Growth Page 6

Venues Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island & Cockle Bay Marina, Darling Harbour Thursday 31 July to 4 August 2014

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March 2014

The official newsletter of the Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd PO Box 1204 CROWS NEST NSW 1585 Australia 53 Hume Street CROWS NEST NSW 2065 Australia ABN: 61 000 618 468

Telephone: (02) 9438 2077 Facsimile: (02) 9439 3983 Email: info@bia.org.au Boating Industry Association of SA Inc. PO Box 10262 Adelaide Business Centre SA 5000 300 Morphett Street ADELAIDE SA 5000 ABN: 62 826 936 075

Telephone: (08) 8212 6000 Facsimile: (08) 8410 0688 Email: info@boatingsa.com.au

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Poised for growth, but do we have the skills?

BIAA State of the Industry December 2013

Logbook gratefully acknowledges all that have contributed to this edition. In particular: Roy Privett Editorial Bob Wonders Media Service (07) 5562 2867 Glen Jones Editorial Trevor Gill The Lighthouse Public Relations 0418 821 948 Robin Copeland SPINS 0414 266 768

Board of Directors NSW

Please send editorial contributions to President Alan Blake Domenic Genua at genua@bia.org.au Vice-President Simon Cook For advertising Treasurer rates contact theTurner BIA (02) 9438 2077 Lyndon Immediate Past President Darren Vaux

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Sydney International Boat Show profile

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Simon Cook – a true industry success

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Welcome back clipper ship City of Adelaide

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Craig Knowles – protecting a proud boating heritage in the Murray Darling Basin 18

NSW General Manager Roy Privett Marketing & Events Manager Domenic Genua Financial Controller Simon Hazelbrook Manager BIa divisions Alan Barrett Event operations Manager Belinda Close Secretary Linda English Member Support & development Aaron McKenna Education & Training Co-ordinator Corrina McMillan Marketing & Events Co-ordinator Sarah Donnelley Marketing & Events Support Megan Robson Sa General Manager Glen Jones administration & Finance Manager Joy How

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Benefits flow from recreational fishing

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Fair Work Commission’s 4-yearly review of Modern Awards

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Dozens of crush injuries prompt call for safety

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Boating Industry loses a loyal servant

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Education, Training & Development

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Board: Bill Breakspear, Paul Burgess, Matt Hundleby, Jon Hunt, Michael Jarvin, Ken Bullen, Alan Steber, Shannon Stocks, Terry Wise

Board of Directors SA President Andrew Hayes Vice-President Rob Cuming Hon.Treasurer Peter Tucker Board: David Binks, George Bolton, Craig Evans, Peter Heinrich, John Milham, Brenton Schahinger, Mark Flanagan, Neville Wilkinson

Please send editorial contributions to Domenic Genua at genua@bia.org.au For advertising rates contact the BIA (02) 9438 2077 © Copyright 2014 BIA of NSW. 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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s I see it … We face another challenging year with renewed levels of optimism.

Our first edition of Logbook for 2014 brings with it news that both BIA NSW and SA Boards of Directors have resolved to proceed with recommendations for the bilateral merger to be placed before Members for their decision. Our members must endorse the specific proposals for the merger to proceed and adoption of a new Constitution.

For NSW Members an Extra Ordinary General Meeting will be held in conjunction with the Annual General Meeting on 13th May 2014. Both Associations have worked diligently towards developing a new Constitution and a process for a successful merger. In a full and transparent engagement with members detailed information will be distributed, a new Constitution will be on our website for members to view and briefing sessions will be held with BIANSW Division Committees and General Membership.

The platform we have built may indeed be considered by other BIAs to merge in the future. The initial NSW and SA merger will result in a range of benefits for the organisations and governance will be more focused and efficient as duplication is eliminated. This is also about improved efficiencies and effectiveness of operations and placing us in a position to better respond in our role of representing industry to Government and the boating community. It will also place the Associations in a stronger position to respond to competition to our events.

The Boating Industries Alliance of Australia third “National State of the Industry Survey” is published in this edition. While

40% of respondents said business had contracted, 80% of respondents were optimistic and forecast growth in 2014. We’re all hankering for growth in our industr y and individual businesses!

It’s worth a good read.

Another project repor ted upon for NSW members is the “Development of Regional Boating Plans for NSW” (Government Funding - Your boating registration funds at work). Eleven boating management plans to be prepared for the waterways of NSW. Each plan will identify priorities and opportunities for our States waterways.

This is a tremendous opportunity for members to contribute to future access, waterways infrastructure, boating safety and future funding models. It’s all up for grabs and your comments are most welcome either at sessions being conducted around the state or via online surveys. Details of the program can be found at www.transport.nsw.gov.au/engagement. Please don’t miss this important opportunity to contribute in your area. BIA encourages members to get involved. Dates and locations of regional consultations will be notified in BIA’s Enews.

NSW Government commits $1.5million to dredging with announcement in this edition. For decades this has been a (… cont. over page)

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major issue dredging of waterways and navigation channels has been a political football with very few goals kicked. Now we have some action in rescuing our waterways.

Deputy Premier Andrew Stoner and Ports & Waterways Minister Duncan Gay have jointly announced a further $1.5 Million in funding for dredging activity throughout the State’s vital waterways.

Phase 2 of the Rescuing our Waterways Program will provide dollar-for-dollar contributions to successful Councils applicants aiming to invest in safe and sustainable boating.

BIA members are urged to consider how these funds could be put to work by your local Council.

Your Association certainly has a challenging year ahead with many issues at Commonwealth and State Government levels especially with reform to the NSW Planning System and our quest for a State Government Statement in support of boating.

Our goal of a formal statement recognising the social, recreational, industrial/commercial/economic/employment value of “boating” to the NSW economy and seek to have established specific Waterways and Coastal State Planning Policy which would comprehensively and consistently shape decision making concerning all facets of waterways planning and management.

We certainly have a full agenda with the NSW Marine Estate Authority, harmonising land management policy and waterfront leases, boat storage and later this year a review of mooring policy and the opportunity to promote more destination boating facilities.

Darren Vaux, past President continues to chair a Transport for NSW Steering Committee delivering the Watsons Bay Safe Boating Education Centre expected to be operational in the last school term of 2014.

As this issue goes to print, our Sydney Trailerboat & Outdoor Leisure Show will be opening its doors. This event has a long history going back to the sixties. Over the past 10

years it has resided at Rosehill Race Course and this year sees the event move to the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park to take advantage of the larger undercover facilities.

Our move to this new location has proven to be the right one with all space within the three halls (14,400m2) having sold out. We will give you a post-show report in an upcoming Enews.

Still on the subject of boat shows, our work on the 2014 Sydney International Boat Show continues. We have now intensified our planning meetings with our landlords to decipher and cut through all the show elements. No one will pretend for a minute that the move to Glebe Island will not come without its challenges, but the BIA team and I are confident that our work and efforts will ensure a successful event for visitors and exhibitors.

We have identified twenty six key projects that need to be addressed including some new challenges for us including transport plans, new loading docks and ramps, new bump-in process, ticketing for the event and fresh new marketing and advertising plans for a new show spread over two venues.

We thank our members/exhibitors for their patience to date and appreciate the assistance of those businesses who have provided us with constructive feedback and in attending the Glebe Island venue preview.

As many of you will know, we have published in past Enews and now on our web site, a list of frequently asked questions and answers on the 2014 Sydney International Boat Show. We will continue to add to this list and update information as it arrives.

Remember this is a joint publication with BIASA and trust you enjoy reading their articles and reports. It is indeed a small world with many common interests and similarities.

Once again, we welcome your comments and feedback to BIA NSW & SA on any boating issue. It is your Association so have a say.

Roy Privett General Manager, BIANSW.

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BIASA General Manager’s Report

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he BIASA Board considered a wide range of issues at its most recent meeting on Wednesday 12 February 2014 at Marine House in Adelaide.

While reviewing achievements of 2013, the Board spent considerable time addressing items of “work in process” which should deliver valuable dividends to the recreational boating industry.

2014 Adelaide Boat Show

Planning work has reached an advanced stage for the 2014 Adelaide Boat Show, to be held at the Adelaide Showground, Wayville from Thursday to Sunday 26 to 29 June 2014. More detail on this showcase event is presented in this edition of Logbook.

State Taxes

On 19 September 2013, BIASA presented to the South Australian Parliamentary Standing Committee on Economics and Finance demonstrating unnecessary and negative impacts on marine businesses through the imposition of State taxes and statutory charges.

BIASA’s work in this area continued in the background until the end of January 2014, but it has been deferred until after the State election on 15 March.

However, prior to the election being announced there was one resounding “win” in BIASA’s argument to reduce Council rate burdens on wet and dry marina berths. It culminated nearly 10 years of solid engagement with the State Government on this issue.

Amendments to the SA Local Government Act passed both Houses of the South Australian Parliament in late 2013. The net result of the changes to the Act will result in significant savings on annual Council rates.

More than 1,000 berth owners – largely from the North Haven Basin, Outer Harbour, Holdfast Quays, Robe and Yorke Peninsula areas – are the main beneficiaries. The collective saving for these people is more than $1.5 million annually.

BIASA extends sincere thanks to the Hon. John Darley MLC and his associates from both Houses of Parliament for progressing this issue of “fair play” without amendment.

BIANSW/BIASA Merger

Work continues on a proposed merger between BIANSW and BIASA. The BIASA Board endorsed the foundation document, a revised Constitution for BIANSW, for the merger on 12 February with the BIANSW Board to review the same document prior to the end of February.

Subject to approval by the BIANSW Board, operational plans can be finalised and information kits distributed to members in both States. This will allow members in both States to make informed decisions and express their views on the proposed merger at general meetings to be held in coming months.

Roy Privett, General Manager BIANSW, provides additional information in his report in this edition of Logbook.

Marine Card Program

The excellence of the OH&S program developed over the past several years has been recognised by industry and Governments.

The BIASA keenly awaits the introduction of this initiative in South Australia.

Personal Water Craft

Decisions on the use of personal watercraft announced in December by the Minister of Transport in South Australia incurred the wrath of recreational boaties.

Led by the seaside City of Charles Sturt and supported

by a conservative group of local residents, the Minister succumbed to intensive lobbying to declare a two kilometre stretch along Henley Beach and Grange as “off-limits” for beaching all forms of powered recreational craft.

BIASA is concerned about this development and a fresh round of negotiations on the issue is scheduled with SA Parliamentary representatives. The BIA in Victoria is supporting us on this matter.

River Murray Infrastructure Project As reported in recent editions of Logbook, BIASA continues to argue the merits of having the Federal Government inject major new funding to assist regional economic development through enhanced tourism, leisure and recreation opportunities along the River Murray and in the Lower Lakes and Coorong.

BIASA is seeking Federal funding of $12.5 million with a further $8 million from other stakeholder sources.

High-level discussions on this issue have been ongoing with representatives of the Murray Darling Basin Authority and with elected members of both Houses of the Australian Parliament.

The funding will deliver improved services and infrastructure along the Murray in SA spanning eight local Councils areas from the Coorong and Murray mouth upstream past Chowilla to the SA-NSW Border.

Key outcomes will include drought amelioration and environmental enhancement measures, and assistance in the successful implementation of the Murray Darling Basin Plan. This is a timely and worthwhile initiative, and negotiations continue.

Government Relations – Department of Transport SA

BIASA maintains excellent relations with all “marine related” Government agencies in SA to ensure matters of safety, the delivery of infrastructure, and protection of the environment.

BIASA’s quite extensive agenda for our “Marine Transport First Quarter 2014 Meeting” provides a quick snapshot of the areas of interest that we share: 1. Boaties Trends/Behavioural Issues 2. Vessel Surveys 3. Statistics 4. Australian Maritime Safety Authority 5. Vessel Compliance 6. Means of Enforcement 7. Partnerships with other State Agencies 8. Waterfront Erosion 9. State and Federal Funding for Initiatives 10. Aids to Navigation Upgrades 11. Emergency Radio Systems 12. Blackwater and Greywater Management 13. No Wash Zones 14. WDS/Waste Pump-out Stations 15. Marina and Slipway Licensing 16. Larger Commercial Craft 17. Strategic Placement of Recreational Boating Facilities Glen Jones General Manager, BIASA.

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BIAA General Manager’s Report

Industry poised for growth, but do we have the skills?

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ate in 2013, BIAA conducted its third national State of the Industry survey, reviewing the performance of the boating industry over the last two years and looking ahead at how members view the next 24 months.

Without attempting to make any comment on what all in the industry know was a very tough last couple of years, that nearly 40% of survey respondents said business had contracted is enough to make you wonder what the next period holds.

However, in line with an increasing number of positive reports from other sectors and key economic indicators starting to point upwards, the sentiment expressed by the same respondents was very much more optimistic.

Over 80% forecast growth with a further 10% anticipating ‘business as usual’. Following what we hear was a good summer boating season in NSW – and elsewhere around the country – it can only be hoped that this level of optimism continues throughout the year.

The start of the boat show season at the end of January with Melbourne’s Summer Boat Show in Docklands beating the heat-wave that gripped much of the south east, provided an insight to how the year will play out and from all accounts has produced good results with exhibitors expressing confidence for the coming months and shows.

March sees Sydney’s Trailerboat Show moving to an exciting new venue in Sydney’s Olympic Park and the following weekend all the action heads west to WA’s Hillarys Boat Show: both very different events, but certain to be good indicators as to whether the predictions made in the survey are on track.

Following up in April will be Brisbane’s Tinnie and Tackle Show which will surely add further confirmation.

The bigger picture of the scale and worth of the industry is equally important, particularly as BIAA ramps up its efforts to engage Federal Ministers to discuss the industry’s future development.

In the wake of news that from 2017 Australia will no longer have a car manufacturing capability, the boating industry is well placed to advise Government on how it needs to promote and nurture growth in the sector and ensure that boating is an industry – and lifestyle – that continues to thrive.

The survey suggests that there are more than 3,000 marine businesses active in Australia, generating a turnover of around $8.35bn pa.

These businesses collectively employ more than 27,500 people and sustain many more jobs in associated sectors, particularly tourism.

Along with recently reported increases in boat registrations in Queensland, bringing the national fleet to over 860,000 registered boats, we have a set of data that positions the boating industry as a significant player in the Australian economy and one that must not be taken for granted.

And of these 3,000-odd businesses, about 40-50% are members of the BIAs or Marine Queensland.

While this might suggest the associations themselves have some room for growth in increasing membership, it’s more realistic to consider that 80-85% of the industry turnover is represented by the current membership base of around 1400 companies.

The very long tail of smaller, one-man operations accounts for a great deal of the sector in company number terms, but

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it tends to be the larger, more professional outfits that join an industry association. It is of course these companies that recognise the value and benefits of being a member and enjoying the support of an association, and by having made the decision to be a member, they know equally that they have a role to play in sustaining the BIAs. Being an ambassador for the associations and helping to sell the benefits to their peers who have yet to join, or perhaps have strayed, is an excellent start, as is support for the industry-owned capital city boat shows.

As a means of not only meeting customers, following up leads and generating sales, members should also consider boat shows as a key part of the boating lifestyle promotion.

With more people boating and more often, business can only increase for all. We estimate there are now more than three million Australians boating each year, but what if we could make that four million, five or even six million?

It’s not impossible, but we may need to be cleverer and more determined in how to encourage more people to invest in the lifestyle.

One of the key objectives of the BIAA is to support members with a nationally consistent approach to a whole range of issues. Of relevance here is of course nationally consistent data to allow us to report on the industry as a whole and demonstrate its value to the country.

But also consistent is the approach to boating promotion and industry development.

In the case of promotion, myboatinglife.com.au is the go-to place for all information about boating and with strong support from members and the industry more widely, this has the potential to be one of the drivers to grow participation to the heady heights of one in four Australians considering themselves a boatie.

To achieve this, the industry needs also to develop. Clearly

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it will need to expand – and that’s where the forecast growth over the next two years comes into being – but it also needs to ensure it has the right skills to cope.

To cope with the increased demand from a growing participation but also a more demanding audience, a more demanding product and a more demanding business environment.

Boaters’ expectations increase, so does the product get more sophisticated to match that expectation, so then does the need for skilled people to deliver the offerings.

It’s bad news then that right now the support we look to in way of developing that skill via vocational education and training is taking a real bashing, or more nautically, is in serious danger of foundering.

This is one of the top issues BIAA has been focused on and is the subject of a great deal of ongoing work within state BIA offices to try and find a national solution that will secure the skilled people we need to sustain the projected growth.

Recent meetings with Federal Ministers, including Industry Minister Ian Macfarlane and his Parliamentary Secretary Bob Baldwin, have confirmed that both are good friends of the boating industry and want to see it succeed.

They have the responsibility and ability to provide a business environment in which industry can operate effectively, efficiently and successfully, with a skilled and well-trained workforce.

The last word from the survey suggests that nearly two thirds of members believe the Abbott Government will have a positive impact on the boating industry and boating more generally.

It is hoped that this optimism holds true and that we do indeed see growth across the industry this year and next.

Nik Parker, General Manager, BIAA.

Royal Pines Resort, Benowa, Gold Coast 3 to 5 May 2015 The Marine15 Organising Committee is pleased to announce that the second edition of the Australian Marine Industry International Conference and Trade Exhibition will take place 3-5 May 2015 on the Gold Coast, Queensland. Following the highly successful Marine13 in Sydney, Marine15 will attract over 500 delegates and more than 65 exhibitors for the most significant marine industry event of 2015. Marine15 will build on the program of boating business, marinas and boating safety, with an underlying theme focused on marine tourism, one of the key drivers of the Queensland and Australian economies. We look forward to you joining us at the RACV Royal Pines Resort for 3 days of education, information and inspiration plus networking, social events and all the best the Gold Coast has to offer. Save the date in your diary now!

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BIAA State of the Industry December 2013 Overview BIAA issued its annual State of the Industry Survey in November 2013 to all active BIA and Marine Queensland member companies.

The survey contained approx 30 questions, with two openended for free-form responses. 259 responses received. With the full survey completed by 233 respondents. This provides a confidence interval of 5.25 on 95% confidence level.

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In analysing feedback, a number of assumptions regarding multipliers are required. Based on outline values, taking account of the preponderance of larger businesses to be members of an industry association, and in line with assumptions used in other ICOMIA member annual membership surveys, the following multipliers for national industry are used: • turnover – 1.15: assuming BIA membership is approx 85% of the national industry by value • companies – 3: assuming BIA membership is approx 33% of the national industry by businesses • employees – 1.5: assuming BIA membership is approx 66% of the national industry by employment”

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Chart 5 – Industry turnover growth since 2011

The industry shows a healthy 52% of businesses generating turnover between $2M and $10M. Approximately 5% of companies have a turnover exceeding $25M with 2% more than $50M (upper limit of survey).

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Business growth The survey asked for forecasts for business growth in terms of turnover and employment increases over the next 24 months.

The survey also reviewed turnover performance since 2011.

Performance since 2011 has been mixed with only slight more than half of companies reporting growth and almost 20% of all companies showing a decline of more than 15%.

However, the sentiment for the period to 2015 is considerably more positive, with over 80% of companies forecasting turnover growth, with almost 1 in 3 looking at growth exceeding 15%.

Half of all companies expect no growth in employment with approximately 30% considering hirings up to 10% of workforce: less than 5% of companies see a contraction in employment.

Business issues The survey asked for opinion on generic topics impacting the sector and economy as a whole, with a focus on imports, finances and economic sentiment and opportunity to go boating (in respect of impact of marine parks and other marine planning/infrastructure issues).

Compared to 2011, the overall sentiment was very much more positive, with no issues recording negative opinions from more than 45% of the respondents (in 2011 6 of 9 issues were considered negative by more than 50% of respondents).

Of note is that in 2011 58% of respondents considered grey imports a negative impact – in 2013 this has reduced to 20%.

The number recording a positive impact of grey imports has not changed at 15%.

However, the key topics of access to waterways, availability of skilled workforce, product compliance, marine parks and economic factors remain high with over 40% considering these to have a negative impact on recreational boating.

The stand out positive rating was for infrastructure development approval process, suggesting the boating sector is finding success with new development applications, which is good news alongside increased business confidence and growth.

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Chart 7 – Issues impacting boating and boating businesses

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An array of issues affecting manufacturers (biggest obstacle to growth) was surveyed with the following responses, mapped against responses from 2011 survey.

It is clear that issues concerning manufacturers are similar in 2013, with the exception that confidence on the general economic performance of the country being less of an issue.

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With the new Coalition Government in place for 3 months ahead of the survey, members were asked “Do you think the change in Federal Government will impact the industry…?”

62% considered the new Government favourably against only 3% considering there would be a negative impact.

Chart 8 – Impact of new Government

The 2013 survey asked members about their knowledge of and engagement with a number of recent and ongoing industry development and promotion programmes, including Marine13, myboatinglife, Australian Boater Survey and the policy platform I fish, I boat and I vote.

When asked about Marine13, about 1 in 4 respondents said they had attended, increasing to 1 in 3 when asked whether they would be attending Marine15 (definitely and very likely).

An impressive 40% rated Marine13 above expectations and 75% confirmed they had followed up new business since the event.

Other responses suggest a reasonable degree of awareness and engagement with MBL, ABS and FBV, although with almost 50% of respondents not knowing of MBL or ABS, clearly more work is required in promotion of these programmes.

Encouragingly, nearly 80% of respondents indicated they were aware of and/or engaged with FBV, demonstrating strong support for the industry policy platform launched in July 2013.

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The survey asked whether companies manufactured product (whether in Australia or offshore), with 68 responses or approx 30%, responding positively. Of these, nearly 15% said they were manufacturing offshore. Interpolating these numbers to the whole of membership gives approx 340 companies in the manufacturing sector and 50 with offshore operations.

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What I expected

Chart 9 – Obstacles to growth in manufacturing sector

Chart 11 – Member engagement with boating promotion programmes

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www.mtaasuper.com.au motor Trades association of australia superannuation fund pty Ltd (aBn 14 008 650 628, afsL 238 718) is the Trustee of mTaa superannuation fund (aBn 74 559 365 913). you should consider whether or not mTaa super is appropriate for you. The mTaa super product disclosure statement (pds) can be obtained by calling us on 1300 362 415. you should consider the pds in making a decision.

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Sydney International Boat Show Profile

Sydney International Boat Show

ADarling guide for businesses exhibiting at the show Harbour & Glebe Island,considering 31 July to August 4, 2014 The Sydney International Boat Show has an impressive history with it running for the first time in 1968. It is unquestionably the most recognised and respected boat show in the southern hemisphere with businesses reporting the highest level of product sales and business-to-business activity compared to any other recreational boating show or event in the region. To further highlight its status, it also boasts the highest visitor attendance with its audience almost double that of any other show in Australia.

The Sydney International Boat Show is owned and run by the Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd. The event is fundamental to the Associations charter to assist member companies promote and sell products to the market and promote the recreational boating lifestyle. All show surpluses are reinvested into the marine industry in a number of industry fulfilling objectives.

The region, at which the show is located, continues to have the largest market for all aspects of recreational boating. The concentration of recreational boating remains on the eastern seaboard of Australia with Sydney and NSW holding the majority share of sales for all products and services. Such sales are reflected in the industries use and participation at the Sydney International Boat Show, with the event regularly being the hub where new product launches, market research, client entertainment and product sales occur.

The show itself is too large to occupy a single area, and with

sydneyboatshow.com.au the impressive facilities available within Sydney and the natural waterways available, the event has both an in-water display for large vessels as well as an extensive undercover area within a short distance. The purpose built marina facility can accommodate up to 300 vessels and resides in the Sydney Central Business District within Cockle Bay in Darling Harbour.

This location is also a premier entertainment precinct thriving with restaurants, clubs, Star Casino, the National Maritime Museum and a host of other leisure and lifestyle facilities.

10% The undercover displays will be located in the historic working port of Glebe Island in a purpose built exhibition facility known as Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island. Only a short complimentary Ferry ride away, the purpose built exhibition halls can accommodate 25,000 m2 of undercover displays. The facility built as the interim venue whilst the old exhibition halls are refurbished, resides on a 25,000 m2 concrete exhibition slab and is covered by a first class exhibition structure previously used during the London Olympic Games.

Sydney Sydney International Boat ShowRegional Profile NSW

22% to purchase Intention Interstate 65% The uniqueness and success of the Sydney Show continues to draw

a large audience from interstate and internationally, to complement International the large number of local and regional visitors. As such, it is not uncommon for many of the leading marine industry participants to use the Sydney Show as the launching pad for new products. Floor space and marina berths are finite and physical expansion is limited.

A measure of the audience quality is the intention to purchase by those visiting the event. The show builds its reputation on its ability to educate and entertain, with on-site and post event purchases a possibility and reality as a result of the show.

Intention to purchase

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Whilst named an Island, the location is not isolated from roads and is located near the ANZAC Bridge. Apart from the ferry service, the facility can be accessed by the regular bus service from Central Railway Station as well as other forms of public transport such as taxis. For those wishing to use their own transport, on-site car parking exists for over 900 cars.

Where do our visitors come from

With a highly qualified boating audience and market research showing that a large proportion of visitors arrive with a purchase intention, the Sydney Show is a must for any business in the marine industry with an interest in promoting their products or services to the Australian and Regional Market.

Where do our visitors come from?

The show has enjoyed excellent attendance with 58,901 visitors in 2013; almost double that of the next largest show in Australia. Our visitor research* indicates that 65% of respondents are from the Sydney metropolitan area, 22% from regional NSW, 10% from other states and around 3% from overseas. Of those who travelled to Sydney, 80% did so specifically to visit the show.

3% 10%

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Targeting a qualified audience

Who should exhibit?

Whilst the Association strives to entice the family unit to visit the show, it recognises that demographic of the “boat buyer”. As such, communication is directed to target a highly qualified buying audience, whilst enticing non boaties to visit and learn about the joys of the boating lifestyle.

Any business that provides products or services to the recreational or light commercial boating or marine market place should consider exhibiting at the show. The show caters for both trade business-to-business interaction as well as a high level of end consumers with purchase intentions. Businesses that operate within manufacturing, wholesale, import/export and retail of products that relate to boating for recreational, sporting or light commercial purposes.

Types of boating visitors are interested in Nothing in particular

Businesses are asked to read the “Invitation to Exhibit” and “Terms and Conditions for Shows & Events” to ensure that the event is right for their business and that you are able to comply with the rules and conditions associated with the event.

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The mix of media Boating used for theexperience show varies from to year of year visitors depending on the listening, viewing and reading habits of the target audience. Each year an advertising campaign is planned utilising No Boating Experience a variety of mediums that include television, radio, newspapers, magazine, online and outdoor advertising. It is complemented with a full promotional campaign that includes activities designed Occasional Boater to maintain the attendance levels of the show and to create new interest in the boating lifestyle.

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The distance between the in-water displays in Darling Harbour and the under-cover displays in Glebe Island is minimal. The journey by ferry will be as little as 20 minutes in quiet times and up to 30 minutes in busy times. This includes the time to board and alight.

The ferry service is free to all boat show ticket holders and by the nature of the event, the Association will utilise the journey to educate and entertain the visiting audience about the joys of boating.

What facilities will be on-site for visitors to the show The Sydney Exhibition Centre @ Glebe Island is a fully functioning exhibition facility designed to accommodate world class exhibitions.

It will have full amenities as well as first class food & beverage services from leading hospitality providers, The Dockside Group.

Where can I find out more information?

The Association will maintain a “Frequently Asked Questions” register that all industry will have access to. If you have any specific question, please contact any of the Boating Industry Association team who will be happy to assist you with your enquiry.

Types of boating visitors are interested in

Education and Entertainment

Nothing in particular

Water Ski Our education and entertainment activities form part of the Associations Personal Water Craft key strategies which assist to fulfil the needs of our visitingSailing public. Our most successful activities remain each year and are designed to target those with specific interests in various Family Cruising market segments. Each promotion is refined and improved to ensureFishing variety and ongoing entertainment for our guests; the show 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 35% 40% 45% 50% team also continually seek and evaluate other show activities and opportunities.

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For further information about the Sydney International Boat Show Visit www.sydneyboatshow.com.au or contact the owner & organiser

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Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd Postal: PO Box 1204 CROWS NEST NSW 1585 Street: 53 Hume Street CROWS NEST NSW 2065 Phone: + 61 2 9438 2077 Facsimile: + 61 2 9439 3983 Email: info@sydneyboatshow.com.au

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Members of the EEAA & IFBSO

Simon Cook – a true industry success

by Bob

Wonders

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ooking back, I find it almost hard to believe that it’s been nearly 30-years since I first met Simon Cook, then just a youngster from Melbourne (his birthplace) enjoying a brief holiday in Sydney.

In that 30-years, Simon Cook, 47, has gone from parttime boat broker to insurance salesman to Chief Executive Officer of renowned insurance house I.C.Frith and Associates, controlling a staff of 279 people and offices in six nations.

I might also add than along the way he found time to marry Natalie, a true blue Sydneysider from the Northern Beaches (the area the family now calls home) and welcomed into the world four children in the form of nine-year-old twins Benjamin and Arabella, Harrison, 8 and Alannah, 6.

If you think that’s all Simon Cook has been up to these past 30-years, you’d be dead wrong!

I guess the Simon Cook story the industry is most familiar with began thanks to the late eighties/early nineties ‘recession we had to have’.

Simon was working in the brokerage business and as he put it bluntly thanks to the recession his income was not what he would have liked.

“Quite frankly, income from selling boats had more or less dried up following the financial tremor so I started looking around for a regular and reliable income,” he recalled.

In 1987 he found what was to become his niche and joined Club Marine Insurance, quickly finding himself in a role he enjoyed.

Simon took a break from Club Marine Insurance in 1988, but rejoined the firm in 1991 and rose through the ranks until offered the role of Victorian Manager for I.C. Frith and Associates.

The company’s founder, Ian Frith, obviously recognises talent when he sees it and in Simon Cook he saw an employee fit to serve as his successor.

It was 2007 when Simon was named CEO of the company, one of the largest insurance brokerages in Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia.

I’d imagine that holding such a position, being happily married with four youngsters in school would pretty much cancel out any free time.

Not so with Simon Cook who has always believed in giving back to the industry.

Thirteen years ago he was elected to the board of the Boating Industry Association of NSW and he remains there today, now as Vice President and of the current board members he is its longest-serving director.

He is also a director of the Boating Industries Alliance Australia (BIAA) and in June last year he was nominated and became Australia’s representative on ICOMIA (International Council of Marine Industry Associations).

With I.C Frith and Associates being international, Simon spends a considerable amount of time overseas.

He generally makes two trips to European offices each year and another four to South East Asia.

Additionally, his duties now with ICOMIA will also

necessitate offshore visits, his next one scheduled shortly for that association to Istanbul, Turkey.

Simon thoroughly enjoys his role with the BIA and says working with a “great bunch” that all have the industry’s well being at heart is a privilege and a delight.

“All the directors get on well and devote major efforts into what they see as the best for the industry at large,” he says.

He believed having retail operators on the board has been a “big plus”.

“I think in many ways retail marine dealerships are the industry’s front line and such people were lacking when I first joined the board,” he recalled.

“Now days, with people of the calibre of Alan Blake, Jon Hunt and Ken Bullen, I think the board has a more beneficial outlook on the industry.

“Our board meetings are well attended and every director works closely no matter what segment of the industry they may personally be involved with,” he added.

On the present state of the industry which, as everyone knows, has had more than its share of “rough spots”, Simon Cook is confident of its future.

“I think it has bottomed out to a large degree and I certainly don’t believe we will ever again be under the pressure heaped on us by the GFC,” he says.

“Boat shows remain a vital component of our industry and I think the BIA, with Roy Privett (General Manager) and Domenic Genua (Marketing and Event Manager) leading the way, the Sydney International Boat Show remains the industry’s major shop front.

“I think Roy and Domenic do a tremendous job on the industry’s behalf and like many of my industry colleagues I look forward to the new Darling Harbour premises now under construction,” he added.

“That should further enhance the Sydney International Boat Show as the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest and best recreational boating exhibition.”

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Welcome back clipper ship City of Adelaide

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he historic clipper ship City of Adelaide has finally arrived back in South Australia.

Built in 1864 in the United Kingdom, the ship recently made her final voyage to Adelaide after a long and dedicated 14-year campaign to save her from being stranded with her rich heritage far from our shores in Scotland.

The world’s oldest clipper, and the only surviving purposebuilt sailing ship to bring migrants from Europe to Australia, she is now back where she belongs in the Port of Adelaide.

City of Adelaide’s journey saw her headed to her original homeport of Greenwich, London for a major celebration hosted

by His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh.

The scheduled 22,000km trip from Scotland to Adelaide began in September 2013, with the ship eventually arriving adjacent to Dock 1 at Port Adelaide on 3 February 2014.

It culminated untiring efforts by engineers, maritime historians, ship enthusiasts, descendants of the ship’s migrants, and supporters for the clipper to be on permanent show in Adelaide.

The City of Adelaide was regarded as unrecoverable from the banks of the Irvine River in western Scotland. For many years, she was stranded in a heavily silted river with concerns about dredging near environmentally sensitive wetlands to rescue the vessel.

Despite the City of Adelaide being listed as part of the UK’s National Historic Ships Core Collection, the Trustees of the Scottish Maritime Museum were forced to vacate the site where the clipper sat. With the ship stranded, they then had to request permission for demolition.

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That’s when the Adelaide-based volunteer organisation Clipper Ship City of Adelaide Limited (CSCOAL) stepped in with a huge fund-raising effort.

Weighing 100 tonnes and worth more than $1.2 million, a cradle to extract the ship from the mire, and to hold it safely in its progress across the seas, was shipped to Scotland. It was then installed beneath the 450 tonne clipper piece by piece.

In her sailing days, the ship would have weighed 1,500 tonnes. Originally equipped with jib boom, she was 74 metres long – four metres longer than a 747 aircraft.

The City of Adelaide, built five years before the Cutty Sark, is one of only four surviving sailing ships to have taken emigrants from the British Isles to any destination in the world, and the last survivor of the timber trade between North America and the United Kingdom.

She is the world’s fifth oldest surviving merchant ship, and was designed and built specifically to serve the colony of South Australia.

Over a quarter of a century, the City of Adelaide carried thousands of English, Scottish, Cornish, German, Danish, Irish and other migrants to South Australia.

Today, the descendants of her passengers can be found throughout Australia.

Congratulations to all involved, and in particular to Tom, Wendy and Andrew Chapman of The Marina, Hindmarsh Island, who are long-term friends and highly respected BIASA members.

And, to the City of Adelaide, a very warm welcome back!

Tourism spotlight on beautiful Robe

Robe – Home to rock lobster fishers.

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he coastal township of Robe is situated on Guichen Bay, about 350km south east of Adelaide.

French explorer, Nicolas Baudin, first viewed the bay in 1802. The township was named in honour of Admiral de Guichen.

Surveying by Governor Robe in April 1846 resulted in the County of Robe being proclaimed. Pastoral pioneers legalised their claims and the first sale of building allotments took place in Adelaide.

In 1847, Robe was declared a port and wool began to arrive for shipment. A pioneer agent named George Omerod established his business as Robe’s shipping agent, and by 1856 it was a major colonial outport.

Robe’s prosperity attracted many settlers and merchants arriving by sailing vessel, bullock wagon or on horseback.

In 1857 Lake of Cakes sailed into Robe with 264 Chinese passengers.

The numbers swelled to 17,000 Chinese people staying in Robe for a short time to avoid the Victorian poll tax, before paying local guides to take them 150km to the unguarded border and another 400km to the Victorian goldfields.

Several factors in 1870s led to the decline of Robe as a thriving port.

Pastoralists concerned that their leases would not be renewed from the 1850s led to a decline in trade. This was followed by poor agricultural seasons, falling wool prices, and construction of the railway to Port Caroline (Kingston) in 1878.

Robe was closed as a port and became a quiet little country village. It remained relatively unchanged until the 1940s when the extension of roads and the increasing use of motor transport made it more accessible for summer visitors.

Nearby Coonawarra wine district.

Boats in Guichen Bay.

Suddenly, Robe’s popularity as a tourism destination soared coupled with the development of the rock lobster industry in the 1950s.

Now home to around 1,500 people, Robe continues to offer charm, fine hospitality, and fresh seafood as a popular holiday destination for all.

Visitors can immerse themselves in Robe’s seafaring history with more than 80 historic buildings and sites. By walking the streets and visiting these buildings, one can relive Robe’s pioneering history.

Robe is a central location for an easy drive to the Coonawarra offering outstanding food and wine experiences.

The environmentally protected and spectacular Coorong and Murray Mouth beckons to the north.

All water sports are well catered for in Robe and along the picturesque Limestone Coast.

Spectacular Coorong to the north.

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Protecting a proud boating heritage in the Murray Darling Basin system â&#x20AC;&#x201C;

Craig Knowles

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oating and navigation have been central planks of surface and groundwater for urban and rural use to achieve a century old structure that binds Murray Darling the best economic, social and environmental outcomes.

Basin Governments into funding and management Craig believes the Murray Darling Basin Plan would not commitments for the river systems. have been possible without the pathfinding National Water While boating commerce on the Murray and Darling has Initiative that, among many achievements, addressed the changed dramatically from transport of cargo to recreation threat of rising salinity and acidity, impacts on natural water and tourism, it is still a vital element of a pact between Federal tables and blue green algae outbreaks. and State Governments to maintain a healthy system with “Australians have become accustomed to the wealth the equitable and sustainable use of its water resources.

Murray Darling Basin has created over the decades and its Craig Knowles, Chair of the Murray Darling Basin Authority contribution to the national economy,” he said. “But it can (MDBA), said boating on the rivers over the past century was only continue to do this if it remains healthy.” about a progressively changing economy.

The MDBA is the agent responsible for maintaining assets “Now people who go boating on the Murray and Darling and delivering programs on behalf of the State Governments come to refresh and reinvigorate, and in doing so they support based on the funding commitments to the Murray Darling a thriving tourism economy,” he said. “They have a great sense Basin Agreement. of connection with the rivers, the world heritage sites, the While State Government funding cuts pose serious amazing bird breeding areas and the magnificent landscapes. economic, environmental and social threats, Craig believes “I pay tribute to the boating community. They enjoy the that common sense will prevail. rivers and cherish all they provide. Generally, they are excellent “We are grateful that to date Victoria has stayed in the stewards who instinctively care for the natural environment.” game and not followed the other States in cutting its funding However, there are some disturbing funding developments commitment to the agreement,” he said. that are forcing the MDBA to review its management of “I understand the budget pressures facing all Governments, joint assets along the River Murray, and it could seriously but every element of the Murray Darling Basin Plan is impact on boating and the tourism interconnected. These elements economy of the region covering cannot be separated because People who go boating on the Murray and together they underpin the big four Australian States and the ACT. Historically through the Darling come to refresh and reinvigorate, and picture economic, environmental Murray Darling Basin Agreement, in doing so they support a thriving tourism and social objectives.

State Governments and the economy.

“The NSW and SA ACT contribute a portion of Governments must understand funding towards river management that if they reduce their funding to operations and the delivery of important natural resource the Murray Darling Basin Agreement, the responsibility will fall programs in the River Murray. back on them to maintain assets including locks and weirs.

Commonwealth funding has not altered for the overThat is a risk to our coordinated management approach that riding Murray Darling Basin Plan that provides a coordinated has stood the test of time.” approach to water use across the Basin’s States and the Craig said Government, industry and community Australian Capital Territory. However, the Plan is strongly partnerships were vital in keeping the Murray Darling Basin underpinned by the Murray Darling Basin Agreement and the Plan and the underpinning agreement on track. financial support of the States for the river system.

“We don’t know all the answers and that is why we engage In June 2012, NSW advised it would reduce its contribution directly with others who have local knowledge,” he said. “We for the joint programs from $32.2 million to $12.4 million are always looking for leaders in industry and the community for the financial year 2012-13, with an additional cut to $8.9 to become involved with us. million in 2013-14 and 2014-15.

“The Boating Industry Association is a vital part of that SA, in accord with this, also advised that it would be process and its long-term involvement across southern and reducing its contribution for the joint programs from $28.6 eastern Australia reflects the importance of both local boating million to $14.3 million in 2014-15. and cross-border transport on the river systems that have been If the Victorian Government was to follow that trend, the an essential part of Australian history since before Federation.”

MDBA’s annual budget could be slashed from $110 million Glen Jones, General Manager of the Boating Industry to less than $30 million.

Association of SA, has been at the forefront of the engagement Craig Knowles said the MDBA was drawing up a list of river process with the MDBA for nearly a decade and he is equally services that may need to be reduced, while giving priority to concerned about the funding cuts to the Murray Darling Basin issues of human safety, protection of property and dam safety.

Agreement.

Services likely to be affected include salt interceptor schemes, “The negative impact on the economies of the communities native fish strategies and operation of locks and weirs. along the river, and those that abut Lakes Alexandrina and For a man who has devoted much of his career to natural Albert and other towns which lie close to the Coorong, would resource governance, Craig is deeply concerned about the be most dramatic,” Jones said. impact of these cuts on a management system that is envied “For the everyday boaties – from the skiers and the around the world. fishers, through to the houseboaters and the operators and A former NSW Government Minister of various portfolios guests of the very large overnight cruising craft – the reduced – including Infrastructure, Planning and Natural Resources level of access through the river’s locks and the barrages at and Forests and Lands – Craig was widely credited, along Goolwa would critically damage an already fragile, but most with the then Deputy Prime Minister, John Anderson, as a important industry. key driver of the National Water Initiative in 2003 and 2004.

“We don’t need fewer opportunities for tourism and, just The objective of the National Water Initiative was to achieve like ourselves, none of the other industry sectors or any of a compatible market with a regulatory system of managing our communities need more salt in the system.”

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Development of Regional Boating Plans for NSW As the popularity of recreational boating increases across New South Wales, a review of existing boating infrastructure, facilities and safety measures is important to ensure our waterways remain safe and accessible into the future.

An estimated two million people per year go boating along the NSW coastline and on lakes, rivers and estuaries.

In addition, it is estimated that boat ownership in NSW will increase by an average of approximately 2.9% per year. This creates demand for boat storage and access infrastructure and requires a stronger focus on managing the safe use of waterways.

The Maritime Management Centre (MMC) within Transport for NSW (TfNSW) together with Roads and Maritime Services is undertaking a state-wide study of existing facilities and safety measures to inform the development of Regional Boating Plans for each of the major waterways in NSW. The Regional Boating Plans will inform projects to be funded under a new boating infrastructure program which will replace the successful Better Boating Program. The new program will see more funds available including a higher Government contribution towards priority projects.

Partnerships will also be explored with a broader range of boating stakeholders to deliver facilities that benefit the boating public.

The study will identify the actions required to enhance the boating experience across NSW by improving boating safety, boat storage and waterway access on our major waterways.

In order to effectively carry out the study, a comprehensive stakeholder engagement program is being implemented for each region. This engagement will involve a variety

Have your say An online survey has been set up so that stakeholder groups and users can provide feedback on the boating facilities in their region.

To have your say on the Regional Boating Plans via the online survey, please visit: www.transport.nsw.gov.au/engagement

Contact us We welcome your input into the development of the Regional Boating Plans.

To get in touch with the project team you can contact us via: Free call: 1800 810 680 Email:

community.input@ghd.com

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of stakeholders ranging from high-level industry and stakeholder groups to everyday users of boating facilities.

Some of the preliminary aims of this consultation will include investigating: • Usage and condition of existing boating infrastructure.

• Existing safety controls.

• Future measures required to ensure safe management of the waterway.

Through a structured consultation approach, the study will be able to gather valuable feedback from users and providers of boating infrastructure across the state.

Scope TfNSW has engaged GHD to conduct a study of boating infrastructure and access to inform the development of the Regional Boating Plans.

The key tasks to be undertaken throughout the project include: • State wide consultation with stakeholders including NSW Government bodies, stakeholder groups, local councils and recreational groups and users.

• Analysis of existing infrastructure and safety controls.

• Development of a five-year Regional Boating Plan for each region.

The following timeline provides a snapshot of activities and anticipated timing for the development of the Regional Boating Plans.

January - February 2014 • Preliminary consultation with internal stakeholders and the Steering Committee.

• Technical studies commence.

February - May 2014 • State-wide stakeholder consultation.

• Technical studies continue.

June - July 2014 • Stakeholder feedback and technical study information collated and analysed.

• Development and display of draft Regional Boating Plans.

August 2014 • Final Regional Boating Plans developed and issued to TfNSW.

All aboard for the 2014 Adelaide Boat Show

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he boating industry, allied sectors and consumers are There will also be a showcase of top tourism looking ahead with excitement to the 2014 Adelaide destinations in South Australia enjoyed by boating Boat Show, to be held from June 26 to 29. and fishing enthusiasts with a focus on food and wine This flagship event of the Boating Industry Association experiences in those locations. of SA will be a spectacular showcase of latest vessels on the Another highlight will be the Australian Travelling Fishing market along with products and accessories, services, expert Show and Yamaha Supertank allowing people to see how live advice, seminars, workshops and entertainment. fish react to different lures working through the water.

BIASA is working with its professional partner, Kym Jones BIASA and Kym Jones Exhibitions are presently finalising Exhibitions, to build exhibitor numbers, product diversity and new elements to their strategic marketing and media relations attendance over the four days of the event at the Adelaide program to attract additional people from across South Showground, Wayville.

Australia and interstate to the show.

“We are committed to providing the best opportunities for “We are particularly keen to attract families who are our industry members to capitalise new to boating and fishing to on the benefits of presenting their experience the diversity, quality “There are signs of new buoyancy in services, products and expertise at and affordability of latest products our premier public event,” BIASA consumer confidence that we hope will and the many wonderful places to General Manager, Glen Jones, said. translate into a high level of direct sales and visit in South Australia,” Glen said.

“There are signs of new The Adelaide Showground follow-up business for exhibitors.” buoyancy in consumer confidence is only two kilometres from the that we hope will translate into a city’s central business district. high level of direct sales and followPublic hours will be from 10.00am to 6.00pm on Thursday, up business for exhibitors.”

10.00am to 8.00pm on Friday and Saturday, and 10.00am In addition to a great level of industry involvement, this to 6.00pm on Sunday. year’s show will feature a vital information hub allowing For further details go to www.boatingsa.com.au or contact visitors to engage directly with representatives of Primary Kym Jones Exhibitions on (08) 8177 1499 or info@kjex.

Industries and Regions SA (PIRSA), the Environment com.au Protection Authority, Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources and the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure.

Show visitors can participate in seminars on boating safety Logbook is now available from BIA’s website and regulations presented by the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure with the opportunity to gain their www.bia.org.au boat licences at the show.

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NSW government commits $1.5 million to dredging

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eputy Premier Andrew Stoner and Minister for Roads and Ports Duncan Gay today announced NSW Government funding of up to $1.5 million for coastal dredging under the second phase of the Rescuing our Waterways program.

Mr Stoner and Mr Gay said the program, part of the Government’s Sustainable Dredging Strategy, provided a coordinated approach to improve the accessibility and health of our waterways.

“These waterways are the lifeblood of many communities and the NSW Liberal & Nationals Government is pleased to be able to provide additional funding for dredging in estuaries neglected by the former Labor Government,” Mr Stoner said.

“Rescuing our Waterways will deliver enhanced recreational boating access and continued viability for commercial vessel operators and their support industries, while providing flow-on benefits for tourism and local economies.

“Under the first phase of the program, over $1.5 million was committed for dredging projects including Wallis Lake, Lake Cathie and at the Myall River.

“The Government will provide up to 50 per cent of the funding for each project under phase two, with local councils providing the remaining funds or in partnership with stakeholders.”

Mr Gay said funds would be made available for both preconstruction activities and implementation.

“Councils will be asked to submit detailed dredging proposals and take charge of all aspects of project planning and execution. Local stakeholders, including local businesses or chambers of commerce and commercial operators or boating clubs, are also invited to apply.

“Demand for the dredging funding is expected to be extremely competitive. Priority will be given to applications that address the assessment criteria and are compatible with the estuary management planning process of the local council.”

Full details are available at www.crownland.nsw.gov.au and applications must be received by 5pm, Monday 14 April 2014.

New figures on recreational fishing sector

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ecreational fishing brings around $3.5 billion to the NSW economy each year according to a new independent survey, NSW Minister for Primary Industries Katrina Hodgkinson said.

Ms Hodgkinson said the University of Wollongong survey found fishermen spent more than $1.5 billion on fishing related expenses in NSW in 2012 including travel, fishing tackle and boat‐related items.

The survey, commissioned by the NSW Government and funded by the NSW Recreational Fishing Trust, found: • employment benefits of 14,254 full-time jobs; • $877.3 million injected into household income; and • interstate visitors contributed $186.1 million.

“The NSW Government is supportive of both the commercial and recreational fishing sectors, and this snapshot shows how valuable recreational fishing is to our communities,” Ms Hodgkinson said.

“Anglers spent $502 million in the North Coast; $511 million in the Sydney region; $360 million in the South Coast; and $251 million in the inland region.

“Recreational fishing is a vibrant and important part of

both coastal and inland communities, and it’s important we have a clear understanding of the benefits it provides to our regional areas.

“It is clear NSW has it all, from the Murray cod and our pristine trout rivers inland, to bream and flathead in our extensive estuary systems, and tuna and marlin offshore.

The outcome of this survey, which is funded by the Recreational Fishing Trust, highlights the benefits that flow from the recreational fishing community.

The survey can be viewed online at www.dpi.nsw.gov.au

Boaters provided with extended coverage in maritime alerts

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oaters and people interested in receiving alerts in alpine regions about weather which could impact on boating can now sign up for alerts.

Roads and Maritime Services Acting Director Maritime David Hunter said the agency had for four years provided a free service to alert subscribers to potentially hazardous boating weather conditions by email.

“We have recently upgraded the technology so subscribers should be noticing a clearer format including expected swell, wind, tide and sunrise and sunset times,” Mr Hunter said.

“Previously only coastal conditions were available through this service. Roads and Maritime has now extended this to include predicted conditions on alpine waters such as for Lake Eucumbene and Lake Jindabyne for inland boating and fishing planning.

“Subscribers are able to nominate the conditions which are the trigger points for the alerts received. For example, if you generally go fishing in a small dinghy, you may want to know when the wind and other conditions are predicted to be less intense than for someone who goes boating in a maxi yacht.

“You can also set up alerts for several different parts of NSW, depending on individual interests and requirements.

“Emails drop in to recipients’ inboxes around midday on the day before the predicted weather alert will apply. Already there are 1,375 subscribers to the service,” Mr Hunter said.

To sign up to receive maritime weather alerts, go to www. rms.nsw.gov.au/maritime ANZAC Day offers the chance to get out on our beautiful waterways with friends and family.

Enjoy your boating but with lots of boats about, be careful.

• Check the weather • Don’t overload your boat with passengers and gear • Make sure everybody has a lifejacket • Keep a proper look out • Go easy on the drink. Stay under the .05 alcohol limit • Watch your wash • Maintain a safe speed

Go boating on ANZAC DAY

Boating Industry Association

Enjoy Safe Boating

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New design tools for small business success

“Small businesses in the Mulgoa electorate can access Design Thinking for Small Business through their local Small Biz Connect adviser,” Ms Davies said.

“Whether they’re just starting out or looking to expand, small businesses need high-quality personalised advice and that is what Small Biz Connect provides.”

To book a meeting with a Small Biz Connect adviser to go through the diagnostic tool, or for further information, visit www.smallbusiness.nsw.gov.au.

McConaghy Boats exciting expansion

A NSW Minister for Small Business, Katrina Hodgkinson, meets with Member for Mulgoa, Tanya Davies, and local business owner Ralph Corcoran.

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inister for Primary Industries and Small Business, Katrina Hodgkinson, and Member for Mulgoa, Tanya Davies, have launched a new, free, diagnostic tool for small businesses across NSW. Ms Hodgkinson said the new Design Thinking for Small Business resource has been developed in response to recommendations from the NSW Creative Industries Action Plan.

“Small Biz Connect has developed a new design thinking resource, tailored for small businesses, to help companies better identify innovative or creative designled solutions and opportunities for business growth,” Ms Hodgkinson said.

“It’s a fantastic tool for any small business owner or manager looking for smart and useful ways to review and assess their business practices and processes.

“This new resource comes in the form of an easy-to-use online diagnostic tool which takes the user through a series of questions.

“In an increasingly competitive marketplace, the use of design to create better products and processes can add a significant boost to the bottom line and set small businesses apart from competitors in terms of product, service and brand.”

The online diagnostic tool will assist small business owners with: • reviewing their strategic plan; • understanding their customer base; • brand development; • product design; • product development; and • building skills and innovation.

Ms Hodgkinson said the tool will be initially tailored to manufacturing and designing small businesses and that Small Biz Connect is currently developing a complementary service industry diagnostic tool.

Ms Davies encouraged small business owners to take advantage of the new service.

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new chapter in the 47-year history of the growth of McConaghy Boats commenced recently on Hong Kong Harbour with the signing of an investment agreement between McConaghy Boats owners, Mark Evans and Jono Morris, with Graham Porter of Tiger Group Investments.

Graham is a passionate yacht owner based in Hong Kong, who has built up a range of successful businesses in the commercial shipping sector since starting in Vancouver in the early 1990s.

Tiger Group investments now owns and manages over 158 container ships, dry bulk, tankers and other offshore vessels.

Seaspan, one of the Tiger group investments, is the leading container ship lessor listed on the NYSE. For some time Graham has had a keen interest in composite construction and the benefits that these materials would provide to the commercial marine sectors as well as a range of other industries.

His interest lead him to McConaghy Boats who he recognised as the world leader in this field.

The new partnership provides capital for investment in new state of the art machinery and equipment as well as a new facility in China.

The new facility will be a deepwater frontage to cater for the increasing demand for larger composite vessels and other components, with room to expand as required.

Mark Evans and Jono Morris continue in their current roles as joint managing directors of both the China and Sydney companies as they have done for the last 14 years. Graham has joined the board of the McConaghy group holding company as a new director, contributing his wealth of experience to a board comprised of expertise from a range of industries and diverse backgrounds.

Recognising the successful partnership between Mark Evans and Jono Morris that has lead to the internally funded expansion of McConaghy Boats over the last 15 years, Graham is adamant that the existing business model and management team around Mark and Jono should remain unchanged, and that his contribution will be to support and sustainably grow the existing core business whilst pursuing new opportunities for growth in other markets.

Mark, Jono and Graham recognise that the heart and soul of the McConaghy group is embedded in Sydney’s northern beaches, with a team of unrivalled levels of skill and experience.

Even though the vast majority of the projects these days are completed in China, the new management team confirm that there is a long term commitment to the Sydney based operation and that the business will continue to pursue all opportunities available, as well as maintaining a comprehensive support base for our loyal customers.

Fair Work Commission commences 4-yearly review of Modern Awards depending on the group of awards being reviewed. In some cases, individual Members may deal with specific awards or specific issues and provide a report back to the Full Bench.

The review will follow the form of the original Part 10A award modernisation process; in that parties will be required to make submissions to a Full Bench on an award by award basis, rather than by application. [Issues Paper 24 January 2014] While there was general agreement about the broad nature of the Review, there was debate about scope and the way the Review is to be conducted. Further discussions will focus on the jurisdiction of the Review and what powers the Commission has to make changes to the Modern Awards.

Parties have been asked by the Commission to make additional submissions on the scope of the Review and any jurisdictional issues, with a further conference to be held on 6 March 2014 to discuss these matters.

Employers who wish to obtain further details about the Review or who wish to have their voices heard as part of the 2014 review should contact Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors at ablawyers@ablawyers.com.au h This article was provided by the NSW Business Chamber.

For assistance with workplace matters or for further information contact the Workplace Advice Line on 13 26 96. Access to the advice line is free for BIA members.

Access to workplace advice for Boating Industry Association members Call 13 29 59 to connect to a team of dedicated and experienced workplace professionals who can answer your questions on workplace matters such as pay and conditions, superannuation and leave.

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n a conference held in all major Australian cities by video link, a Full Bench of the Fair Work Commission has commenced the 4-yearly review of the Modern Awards. The conference was well attended from all sides of the industrial landscape, including employer representatives, unions, and the Commonwealth.

Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors attended the conference appearing on behalf of Australian Business Industrial (ABI). Australian Business Lawyers & Advisors will continue to represent ABI throughout the Review. ABI will be focussing on a number of important issues during the Review including: • Small Business: ABI will explore the possibility of a small business schedule to be inserted in Modern Awards that provides relevant specific terms applying to small businesses.

The emphasis in the proposed schedule would be on simplicity, clarity and appropriateness for the circumstances of small businesses and their employees.

• Penalty Rates: ABI’s view is that the current penalty rates currently contained in some Modern Awards is out of touch with modern Australian society, and the demands faced by a number of industries. Attention will be directed towards more appropriate penalty rates.

• Individual Flexibility Agreements and Flexibility generally: the result of the formal IFA mechanism in Modern Awards is that Modern Awards have generally become more restrictive, and less flexible than their predecessors. Focus will be on improving flexibility mechanisms within the Modern Awards.

The 4-yearly review of Modern Awards is a process contained in the Fair Work Act 2009 (Act) which requires the Fair Work Commission to review the Modern Awards every four years.

This review will be the first of its kind and will consider changes that are proposed to the Modern Awards as well as ensuring that the Modern Awards are consistent with the National Employment Standards.

It has already been recognised that there will be a number of ‘common issues’ that will impact multiple Modern Awards and the Commission has asked parties to identify common issues in preparation for a further conference to be held on 26 February 2014. Justice Ross, President of the Commission, indicated that the common issues matters will be dealt with in a manner that is fair and efficient, but also cautious, indicating that the Commission is mindful of the need to remain flexible whilst dealing with common matters as not all areas of concern will be readily identifiable from the outset of the 4-year review.

The Commission has already established that this Review will be far broader in scope than the 2-Year Review which is now in its final stages. Proposals to vary Modern Awards will be made by way of submissions to the Commission rather than by way of applications (as was done in the 2-Year Review).

The process which is proposed by the Commission was generally agreed by the parties: The 4-yearly review of modern awards will be primarily conducted by one Full Bench of the Commission over a period of 18 months. While one ‘core’ Full Bench will conduct the Review, the composition of the Full Bench will vary

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Dozens of crush injuries prompt call for safety

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usinesses and workers must keep safety in the front of everyone’s minds, Workcover NSW said today, after research showed that almost four dozen people “A motor mechanic, working underneath a prime mover, had received crush injuries while working with moving large sustained serious crush injuries to his abdomen when the machinery or heavy vehicles. truck he was working on came loose from its chocks and WorkCover analysis shows that in the 12 months from pinned him down.

August 2012 to August 2013, there had been 46 incidents In these examples everyone lived, however sadly that’s where people had received crush injuries while working near not always the case. or in large machinery or heavy vehicles.

Mr Watson said WorkCover staff can assist businesses WorkCover NSW General Manager of Work Health and to prevent workers from being injured while using plant and Safety Division John Watson said these figures show moving equipment. heavy machiner y or heavy “Almost every workplace vehicles can be dangerous and has some form of plant or can result in serious injury and Almost every workplace has some form equipment and there are many even death. of plant or equipment and there are many associated hazards, including “Last year a six-year-old boy entanglement or crushing, cuts associated hazards. was run over when his father was or punctures, being struck by Including entanglement or crushing, cuts reversing a forklift truck at the moving objects, electrical or rear of the workplace. The boy or punctures, being struck by moving objects, explosive hazards, slips, trips sustained serious crush injuries electrical or explosive hazards, slips, trips and and falls, and manual handling,” falls, and manual handling. to his abdomen and underwent Mr Watson said. surgery in hospital,” Mr Watson “NSW businesses must said. provide information, training “In another incident, a farmer fractured her leg and some and supervision to workers and ensure plant and equipment ribs as a result of being struck by a front end loader’s bucket is without risk to the health and safety of workers by ensuring that became detached while she and her husband were using it is installed correctly, operated by a competent person, not the machine to hit a post into a post hole. interfered with and that control measures are in place.

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

Go to the BIA home page www.bia.org.au or www.bia.org.au/employment Listings are usually loaded onto the website within 24 hours.

For assistance, please contact Justine Merrony justine@bia.org.au or Linda English linda@bia.org.au Phone: (02) 9438 2077

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“We believe crush injuries and fatalities involving moving large machinery and heavy vehicles can be reduced if attention is paid to the control of the risks associated with working with and on such equipment.

“At WorkCover we recommend businesses follow three simple steps to ensure the safety of workers.

“These are: look for the things in your workplace that can cause harm; decide how serious the risks are; and eliminate or control those risks by making changes that protect your workers.

While court action is generally only used in the most significant safety breaches, Mr Watson said WorkCover can and does prosecute businesses that fail to adequately protect their workers.

“For example, last year two companies were fined a total of $480,000 after two incidents four months apart left one man dead and another seriously injured.

In one of the incidents a labourer was being transported from one part of the large business to another via a tipper truck however when he got out of the heavy vehicle, he was run over as it drove away. The man died from serious crush injuries at the scene.

“Every fatality has an immeasurable effect on families, friends and communities and this incident highlights the need for businesses to have safe work systems in place to prevent death and injury,” Mr Watson said.

“There was a clear risk to health and safety, and in the absence of appropriate procedures, the risk was reasonably foreseeable.

For more information on safety, including the free publications visit www.workcover.nsw.gov.au or call 13 10 50.

Boating industry loses a loyal servant Boating Industry Association

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he Australian boating industry has lost one of its most loyal and dedicated servants with the passing in February of former BIA of NSW Vice-President Gunter Bruckner.

A member of the association since 1980, Gunter was Managing Director of leading boat trailer manufacturer Boeing Sales Pty Ltd and held the same post with Triple 8 Management Services.

He was a Foundation Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors.

Gunter was elected to the board of the BIA of NSW in 1994 and served two years as Vice-President, 1999-2001.

A likeable and popular personality, Gunter made many friends in the industry and could always be relied on to assist fellow members and directors in every way.

Roy Privett, General Manager of the BIA of NSW, said Gunter gave strong support to BIA boat shows and provided Boeing trailers as part of a boat show package prize for every day of the Sydney International Boat Show over a three-year period.

“Gunter was very proud of attaining a position on the board with the BIA,” Mr Privett said.

“He was no fence sitter and actively participated in wide ranging discussions aimed at benefiting the BIA and its members.

“He always gave freely of his time and his efforts were very much appreciated by all,” he added.

I was, among many, I’m sure, who enjoyed Gunter’s company over lunch and when he was playing host those lunches were seldom anything but ‘lengthy’.

Since retiring to the Gold Coast Gunter had been battling health problems and passed away on February 22.

He leaves behind wife Judith, adult children Steven, Jason and Tanya and grandchildren Shinea and Issy.

Gunter Werner Bruckner was 79.

Our thoughts and condolences are with his family and friends. h Bob Wonders

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Education, Training & Development 2

014 is well into its stride and there is plenty going on in the BIA training calendar.

The Marine Card WHS General Induction is a firm fixture in the calendar, and NSW dates are listed in this edition of Logbook and on www.bia.org.au/training.

The website gets updated regularly, so please keep revisiting for new dates and locations as they come up.

2013 saw QLD come on board the Marine Card Program – Gold Coast City Marina, Runaway Bay Marina and Horizon Shores Marina – with further Marine Card Inductions scheduled for 2014. With keen interest from WA, VIC and SA going into this year the Marine Card Program is gaining strength across the industry, assisting marinas and boatyards to manage contractor access and WHS responsibilities in Australia.

Read the article in this Logbook to find out more about

how the program works and its benefits, and visit www. bia.org.au – just click on the ‘Marine Card’ logo on the BIA home page.

As well as Marine Card, keep an eye open for our popular Managing Environment Health & Safety course, Fire Extinguisher Training, First Aid, Fire Warden Training, and Marina Fire Safety Management program.

So much to do, so little time! Check the training pages on the BIA website, as well as the fortnightly BIA enews, to keep up to date with all the news and to get cracking with planning your training for 2014. h

The Marine Card Program – for marinas and boatyards

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oating industry facilities such as marinas and boatyards can have a very high contractor throughput, making the task of managing access – as required by law – complicated and potentially costly.

As a “Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking” (PCBU), owners/operators have responsibilities under the Work Health & Safety (WHS) Act 2011 for the health and safety of everyone in the workplace – this includes contractors, employees and any other workers on site at any time.

The Marine Card Program provides a framework for sound access-control and compliance management.

Our general induction meets the legal requirement for all workers, and prepares them for the modern safe-work environment and compliance regime.

The BIA Marine Card Program supports you by: Providing a robust, industry specific WHS General Induction available to all workers. If you’re serious about safety and compliance, make sure workers at your site hold the Marine Card

Providing a standardised ‘Contractors Registration Agreement’. This simple and adaptable document sets out Terms & Conditions of entry, and collates Contractor documentation and information for easy record keeping

Be part of the boating community

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Providing a dedicated website which streamlines the exchange of information between Contractors and the sites they work at.

Use marinecard.org.au to access insurances, licences, Safe Work Method Statements, and more. Create completed Contractor Registration Agreements in seconds with the touch of a button.

Just a reminder …

With some of the training you do, you are required to ‘refresh’ your skills to keep them sharp – this is true for Fire Extinguisher, Fire Warden and First Aid training.

Australian Standards recommend you refresh these skills every 12 months, and with your First Aid certificate you are required to recertify every 3 years as it expires.

Remember, if you need to refresh your First Aid certificate, you should make sure you undertake the training before your certificate expires.

BIA offers refresher training for fire and first aid skills – full details can be found at www.bia.org.au/training, or simply call (02) 9438 2077.

For Marinas and Boatyards, implementing the Marine Card Program demonstrates your commitment to a safe and compliant workplace.

Marine card is the mainstay of an industry-wide approach to building a safe work culture.

To find out more about the Marine Card Program and its benefits, visit www.bia.org.au and click on the Marine Card logo.

Or call BIA on (02) 9438 2077, or email training@bia. org.au.

Training Calendar 2014

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ow is the time to start planning your training. Book early to reserve your space – call 9438 2077 today or visit www.bia.org.au/training

Other training available – on demand

Please ask about ‘on-demand’ training – we can come to you (minimum numbers required). Call 9438 2077 to find out more.

• Fire Extinguisher Training • Fire Warden Training • Apply First Aid

Date & time

Course

Location

1 April – 9am to 12noon

Marine Card

Newport

17 April – 9am to 11am

Fire Training – 1st Response

TBC

1 May – 9am to 5pm

First Aid & Refresher

TBC

20 May – 9am to 5pm

Fire Safety Management – Part 1

Sydney

29 May – 1pm to 5pm

Marine Card

Crows Nest

3 July – 9am to 5pm

Fire Safety Management – Part 2

Sydney

14 August – 1pm to 5pm

Marine Card

Sans Souci

4 & 5 September – 9am to 5pm

Managing Environment Health & Safety

Sydney

16 September – 9am to 1pm

Marine Card

Newport

16 October – 12noon to 4pm

Marine Card

Gladesville

18 November – 8am to 12noon

Marine Card

Crows Nest

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New Registrations from NSW

2009 Ini?al Rego < 6m Ini?al Rego 6m -­‐ 12m Ini?al Rego 12m -­‐ 20m Ini?al Rego 20m + Total Change on previous yr 2010 Ini?al Rego < 6m Ini?al Rego 6m -­‐ 12m Ini?al Rego 12m -­‐ 20m Ini?al Rego 20m + Total Change on previous yr 2011 Ini?al Rego < 6m Ini?al Rego 6m -­‐ 12m Ini?al Rego 12m -­‐ 20m Ini?al Rego 20m + Total Change on previous yr 2012 Ini?al Rego < 6m Ini?al Rego 6m -­‐ 12m Ini?al Rego 12m -­‐ 20m Ini?al Rego 20m + Total Change on previous yr

Feb-­‐08

Mar-­‐08

Apr-­‐08

May-­‐08

Jun-­‐08

Jul-­‐08

Aug-­‐08

Sep-­‐08

Oct-­‐08

Nov-­‐08

Dec-­‐08

Total

Share

1209 255 32 3 1499

931 197 40 3 1171

906 183 30 1 1120

701 162 33 2 898

589 147 27 0 763

474 126 28 1 629

529 126 44 2 701 4.6%

572 137 33 2 744 -­‐14.7%

699 171 24 1 895 -­‐18.0%

965 208 30 2 1205 1.9%

851 180 38 2 1071 -­‐30.2%

1364 268 39 1 1672 2.3%

9790 2160 398 20 12368

79.2% 17.5% 3.2% 0.2% 100.0%

Jan-­‐09

Feb-­‐09

Mar-­‐09

Apr-­‐09

May-­‐09

Jun-­‐09

Jul-­‐09

Aug-­‐09

Sep-­‐09

Oct-­‐09

Nov-­‐09

Dec-­‐09

1092 167 28 1 1288 -­‐14.1%

901 170 20 1 1092 -­‐6.7%

866 131 40 2 1039 -­‐7.2%

731 149 22 0 902 0.4%

653 122 26 2 803 5.2%

476 94 15 0 585 -­‐7.0%

561 100 34 1 696 -­‐0.7%

630 126 29 2 787 5.8%

881 191 26 2 1100 22.9%

949 203 25 1 1178 -­‐2.2%

874 212 41 6 1133 5.8%

1384 262 41 2 1689 1.0%

9998 1927 347 20 12292 -­‐0.61%

81.3% 15.7% 2.8% 0.2% 100.0%

Jan-­‐10

Feb-­‐10

Mar-­‐10

Apr-­‐10

May-­‐10

Jun-­‐10

Jul-­‐10

Aug-­‐10

Sep-­‐10

Oct-­‐10

Nov-­‐10

Dec-­‐10

1178 183 40 1 1402 8.9%

900 193 18 0 1111 1.7%

900 179 30 10 1119 7.7%

785 157 33 1 976 8.2%

618 138 34 1 791 -­‐1.5%

503 113 22 0 638 9.1%

496 122 43 0 661 -­‐5.0%

645 150 26 4 825 4.8%

878 176 23 1 1078 -­‐2.0%

852 176 30 1 1059 -­‐10.1%

950 225 36 4 1215 7.2%

1532 295 48 1 1876 11.1%

10237 2107 383 24 12751 3.73%

80.3% 16.5% 3.0% 0.2% 100.0%

Jan-­‐11

Feb-­‐11

Mar-­‐11

Apr-­‐11

May-­‐11

Jun-­‐11

Jul-­‐11

Aug-­‐11

Sep-­‐11

Oct-­‐11

Nov-­‐11

Dec-­‐11

1047 196 27 0 1270 -­‐9.4%

876 165 24 2 1067 -­‐4.0%

847 202 24 2 1075 -­‐3.9%

757 150 19 1 927 -­‐5.0%

512 124 22 2 660 -­‐16.6%

421 114 27 1 563 -­‐11.8%

384 93 28 0 505 -­‐23.6%

663 124 30 5 822 -­‐0.4%

839 205 28 4 1076 -­‐0.2%

731 168 22 7 928 -­‐12.4%

993 212 26 0 1231 1.3%

1317 289 38 4 1648 -­‐12.2%

9387 2042 315 28 11772 -­‐7.68%

79.7% 17.3% 2.7% 0.2% 100.0%

Jan-­‐12

Feb-­‐12

Mar-­‐12

Apr-­‐12

May-­‐12

Jun-­‐12

Jul-­‐12

Aug-­‐12

Sep-­‐12

Oct-­‐12

Nov-­‐12

Dec-­‐12

966

636

682

577

492

394

177

158

165

121

125

78

25

20

20

28

17

17

0

0

0

0

2

605 131 19 1 756

732 158 23 3 916

801 186 20 4 1011

889 199 26 1 1115

1300 280 23 1 1604

8484 1864 251 14 10613 -­‐9.85%

79.9% 17.6% 2.4% 0.1% 100.0%

7815 1499 233 22 9569 -­‐9.84%

81.7% 15.7% 2.4% 0.2% 100.0%

1168

814

867

726

636

489

410 86 13 2 511

-­‐8.0%

-­‐23.7%

-­‐19.3%

-­‐21.7%

-­‐3.6%

-­‐13.1%

1.2%

-­‐8.0%

-­‐14.9%

8.9%

-­‐9.4%

-­‐2.7%

Jan-­‐13

Feb-­‐13

Mar-­‐13

Apr-­‐13

May-­‐13

Jun-­‐13

Jul-­‐13

Aug-­‐13

Sep-­‐13

Oct-­‐13

Nov-­‐13

Dec-­‐13

938 133 17 1 1089

581 116 22 0 719

687 140 12 6 845

556 118 13 2 689

453 108 32 0 593

339 51 11 1 402

383 78 19 0 480

545 128 16 2 691

632 125 19 0 776

817 147 19 5 988

805 162 22 0

1079 193 31 5

-­‐6.8%

-­‐11.7%

-­‐2.5%

-­‐5.1%

-­‐6.8%

-­‐17.8%

-­‐6.1%

-­‐8.6%

-­‐15.3%

-­‐2.3%

989 -­‐11.3%

1308 -­‐18.5%

2011

2012

2013

Total PWC registered Total General Rego Total Vessels Registered

8,603 213,280 221,883

9,175 216,500 225,675

9,635 216,071 225,706

New PWC Licences New General Licences Total New Licences

4,044 18,666 22,710

3,964 18,881 22,845

4,797 18,117 22,914

Total PWC Licences Total General Licences Total Licences

41,211 445,070 486,281

41,812 444,322 486,134

43,231 440,462 483,693

2003 2004

2005 2006

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12,751

12,292

2007 2008 2009 2010

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12,368

13,429

14,191

New Regos 18,000 16,000 14,000 12,000 10,000 8,000 6,000 4,000 2,000 -­‐

15,382

At 31st December

15,837

Ini?al Rego < 6m Ini?al Rego 6m -­‐ 12m Ini?al Rego 12m -­‐ 20m Ini?al Rego 20m + Total Change on previous yr

14,844

2013

0

9,569

Ini?al Rego < 6m Ini?al Rego 6m -­‐ 12m Ini?al Rego 12m -­‐ 20m Ini?al Rego 20m + Total Change on previous yr

Jan-­‐08

10,613

2008

1011 2012 2013

New Regos

Walcon Marine Australia

• Marinas • Pontoons • Yacht Harbours • Jetties • Walkways WALCON MARINE AUSTRALIA PTY LTD enquiries@walconmarineaustralia.com.au www.walconmarineaustralia.com.au National: 1300 MARINA (1300 627 462)

Marine Insurance The marine industry is highly diversified and specialised.

So too are the insurance needs of marine businesses and individuals.

As a marine industry broking specialist, IC Frith have worked closely with the BIA to provide members with exclusive rates and Insurance programmes that are unique to the market.

IC Frith has a national network of insurance advisers with marine expertise and experience. Coupled with our extensive facilities and programmes with preferred insurers, we help marine clients get insurance placed correctly and at competitive rates.

Our demonstrated commitment to the Marine Industry is unwavering and returns substantial benefits to industry members.

Trust IC Frith with your insurance concerns, so you can concentrate on your business.

We offer state-of-the-art insurance for the following specialist areas: • Repairers (Exclusive Ship Repairers Liability Programme) • Commercial Hull, yacht and pleasurecraft • Marinas • Importers / Exporters • Boat Dealers / Retailers • Yacht and Boat Clubs • Marine Surveyors • Boat and Yacht Builders

Our tailored solutions protect against the following: • Material damage to assets • Business Interruption • Theft Cover • Liabilities arising from your activities • Directors’ & Officers’ liabilities • Exhibitions / Demonstrations • Transit • Motor Vehicle

For more information please contact our dedicated marine team on

marine@icfrith.com.au or tel: 1300 000 423