Our commitment in action

WE SAVE LIVES ON THE WATER This is our mission, 24 hours a day, every day. The boating community can be confident that when they call for help, a professionally trained and equipped crew will be quickly under way. This year, we launched 2,541 rescue missions, returning 5,947 boaters safely to shore.

WE PUT SAFETY & WELFARE FIRST Our fundamental commitment is to the safety of our people and the boating community. This year, this included the introduction of new measures to safeguard the health and welfare of our volunteers and boaters during the COVID-19 pandemic.

WE SERVE OUR COMMUNITY We stand ready to serve when and where we are needed. This year, our team stepped in to support the coordinated emergency services response to the Black Summer bushfires and opened their doors and their arms to comfort those evacuated from harm’s way.

WE TAKE PRIDE IN OUR PEOPLE Our 3,136 inspirational volunteers are the mainstay of our service. These trusted and reassuring emergency services personnel serve with skill and determination, no matter how rough the seas or dark the radio watch. They share their commitment with our Board and staff.

WE WORK AS ONE TEAM Saving lives is a shared mission. We work in a seamless partnership with our colleagues across the emergency services to save lives on the water. This year, we joined the response to the bushfire crisis, supporting firefighting operations and impacted communities.

WE ARE LEADERS We are recognised leaders in the national marine rescue sector. Our rescue vessels, training, equipment and technology set the benchmark. We have now delivered 101 world-class boats and our online vessel tracking system and MarineRescue App remain groundbreaking operational aids.