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Boating Industry Association of Victoria

Locality: South Melbourne, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 8696 5600

Address: 24-30 York St 3205 South Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.biavic.com.au

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25.01.2022 EASING OF RESTRICTIONS - INCLUDES SERVICING As you will be aware that today the Premier made a series of COVID restriction announcements and progress to the Second Step of the Roadmap. https://www.vic.gov.au/second-step-coronavirus-road-to-reco... BIAV is pleased to advise, that with regard to the Servicing, Safety and Maintenance of vessels, the following wording has been provided Boat maintenance: marine and specialist mechanics permitted to operate when required for safe operation including scheduled/logbook inspections. As you would be aware, BIAV has campaigned for this outcome, and are relieved that this decision has been made. We thank the Minister Melissa Horne for championing this, as well as Gary Gaffney at BBV, and the various DJRP officials that also listened to our safety case and gave support. BIAV will continue discussions over the next couple of days with the government, clarifying any of the finer points, and also working towards our next objectives in the areas of retail and then boating itself. Fishing/Boating Today's announcement also triggers the easing of restriction for recreational boating and fishing activities in metropolitan Melbourne with individuals able to go fishing and undertake boating activities on human-powered crafts only, within 5km of your home and a two-hour time limit applies. Whilst this is not ideal and does not allow for powerboating, it is a small step in the right direction. We will work with government to push for a return to all forms of boating, with a possible timeframe for that being the Third Step revised date of 19 October. We will keep you posted.

24.01.2022 BOATING ALLOWED IN POWERED AND NON-POWERED VESSELS As highlighted on Channel 9 News yesterday, on other media platforms, and through social media, the government has given the all-clear for boating. In doing so DHHS has removed the distinction between powered and non-powered. We are very pleased that the government has identified that boating can take place in a very COVIDsafe manner, and indeed that boating is ideally suited as an activity, and as exercise, in terms of socia...l distancing. https://www.facebook.com/1669623313301323/posts/2719568734973437/?vh=e&d=n This is therefore very good news for boaters and the industry. It is very important to note that it must be within the persons 5km zone, take less than two hours, be alone or with family (or a max. of five from two households), follow the social distancing requirements including 1.5m, and be COVIDsafe. There is however still some confusion that we are working through with government and that relates to facilities. We are hoping this will be clarified today and have advised government of how crucial that it is. As soon as more is known we will send a follow-up item. This will relate to the boat ramps, marinas, and other facility access, as this is currently unclear.

24.01.2022 The Australian Government has thrown its support behind our leading national water safety authorities, Surf Life Saving Australia and Royal Life Saving Society ...- Australia to declare today - the first day of summer - National Water Safety Day. A day to encourage all Australians to make water safety a priority and remind us all to be safe when enjoying the water this summer. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3fMr02D #watersafetyweek2020 #watersafety #drowningprevention #staysafe #summersafety #nationalwatersafetyday

22.01.2022 BOATING & FISHING ALLOWED - BOAT RAMPS/JETTIES ALLOWED The government has clarified that for Metropolitan Melbourne, boating and fishing are allowed, and boat ramps and other structures such as jetties and marinas can be utilised. Please see this wording on the government’s BBV website. From 11:59pm on 27 September, metropolitan Melbourne entered the Second Step of its roadmap with some changes to recreational boating and fishing:... - Individuals are able to go boating and fishing (powered and unpowered) within 5km of your home and a 2-hour time limit applies. - Everyone must continue to adhere to physical distancing of 1.5m. - Group limits apply and wearing a face mask is also required. Boat ramps and jetties are open. BBV Website - https://betterboating.vic.gov.au//boating-fishing-coronav/

20.01.2022 It’s National Boating Week! Check out Discover Boating Australia for all the incredible things happening this week!!

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14.01.2022 COVID-19 FISHING & BOATING UPDATE Q: I live in Melbourne. Can I undertake recreational activities like fishing/boating? A: Yes. From 11:59pm on 8 July, if you live in metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire, you can leave home for permitted exercise and recreation activities that are outdoors and can be done by yourself, members of your household, or with one other person. ... You must be able to maintain a 1.5 metre distance and no equipment should be shared. This includes, fishing, boating, surfing, recreational diving, learning to drive, or reading in a park. However, you cannot drive a long way from your home to do these activities, if they can be done closer to home. You cannot leave the metropolitan Melbourne and Mitchell Shire for sporting or recreational activities. This is an important step to help us slow the spread of the virus. While you can do these activities in metropolitan Melbourne or Mitchell Shire, you should stay close to home and use common sense and consideration when it comes to these activities. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/sport-and-exercise-metropolitan GENERAL DHHS ADVICE The state government has altered its general advice on the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) website, stating Victorians must not stray from their suburb of principal residence. https://www.9news.com.au//8192f29b-ebaf-46e8-baaa-d15ff53a NSW GOVERNMENT UPDATE: BORDER CONTROL https://www.nsw.gov.au//restrictions-tightened-for-entry-t

14.01.2022 You will no doubt be across the Premier’s announcement yesterday and may have seen these Roadmap documents. BIAV shares the total frustration of the many politicians, business leaders and other industry bodies that we have heard from, with regard to the roadmap, and the strain that it will place on the boating and other industries. Not to mention the strain on the community. We will however continue to work with our Minister Melissa Horne, Better Boating Victoria, the Departm...ent of Jobs, Precincts and Regions, as well as DHHS to make the best possible interpretation of things. We will learn over the next couple of days what has changed from a business/trading perspective, and what is possible, and update our members as soon as possible. https://www.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covid-19-restrictions-ro

13.01.2022 EASING RESTRICTIONS AND BIAV 'WISHLIST' As the COVID case numbers continue to improve, and today (20/10), the Premier hinted at further easing this Sunday, BIAV continues to push for two major things to improve ASAP. We will advise you as soon as anything is known, however, meanwhile, these two main things are ... > The distance limitation, now 25km, continues to be massively problematic for boaters. Many people are unfairly disadvantaged by this and still cannot take part in their exercise. We are urging that this be addressed and that boaters be required to use the nearest ramp/marina to home that is available to them, even if it is beyond 25km. This worked well after the previous lockdown and we have asked that it be re-instated. BIAV is also asking that the 25km measure refers to the distance from the boater’s home to the point of access to the water, i.e. not to include the on-water component. > An exemption for Outdoor, By appointment, One-at-a-time, COVIDsafe boat inspections are sought. There are buyers that have done all of the on-line related research. There are dealerships that have the stock. They just need a final COVIDsafe inspection. This COVIDsafe activity would involve very limited people movement, will be COVIDsafe and will have a very high reward v risk ratio. We await government updates on these matters and will keep you posted. Please also note the latest DHHS advice with regard to exercise, which as you know, covers all forms of boating as well as fishing. Link - https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/summary-of-the-changes-to-restr Included at the link is this important wording - > You can now travel up to 25 km from your home or permitted workplace within metropolitan Melbourne. This replaces the 5km rule. Travel to regional Victoria is still only allowed for permitted purposes even if this is within 25 kms. This means you cannot travel into regional Victoria for exercise or recreation. > You can leave home for any period of time to exercise or see friends and family outdoors. This replaces the two hour limit on these activities. There are no limits on the number of times you can leave home. > You can meet in a group of up to ten people from a maximum of two households outdoors in a public place to socialise (children under 12 months of age not included in the limit). An outdoor public place means areas accessible to everyone, including local parks and beaches. This replaces the limit of five people from a maximum of two households. > You can exercise in a group of up to ten people from a maximum of two households outdoors in a public place (personal training is limited to two people plus the trainer). This replaces the limit of five people from a maximum of two households.

12.01.2022 Boating restrictions update for the Murray River

11.01.2022 Don't miss the Melbourne Virtual Boat & Fishing Show this weekend July 24 - 26! FREE EVENT! Register NOW - https://www.melbourneinternationalboatshow.com.au/

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03.01.2022 MONDAY UPDATE - FURTHER CLARITY ON EASING OF RESTRICTIONS Further to yesterday’s announcement, there has been some further clarity provided by government. Some are still being sought. SERVICING - TYPES INCLUDED... Please note this wording as circulated yesterday Boat maintenance: marine and specialist mechanics permitted to operate when required for safe operation including scheduled/logbook inspections. This morning government officials, via a video hook up, confirmed that this extends beyond the reference to mechanics, and indeed covers all boat maintenance type services that provide a service toward safe operation. We’ve asked for the wording to be slightly adjusted so it is even clearer. We do however have confirmation that it covers all servicing and maintenance that impacts the safety and the resulting safe operation. (It will not include cosmetic maintenance that does not relate to safe operation). SERVICING - BEYOND 5KM In terms of the 5km factor - People are expected to have their boats serviced within 5km. - However, for many reasons relating to specialist expertise, or knowledge of the specific make/model/type, this will not be possible. - In that case, the boat can be transported more than the 5km limit. - This is the same for cars. It is permitted. - The government’s preference is that they be transported by the service provider, however, that is not mandatory. Just preferred. SERVICING - ON-WATER TESTING - If an on-water test relates to servicing, and the on-water test is a requirement of the servicing process, then yes, it would be permitted. - The on-water test would go toward the safety aspect of the service and that would add to the case that yes, it can take place. - It must be with a COVIDsafe plan and permitted workers of course. - The customer cannot attend. BOATING/FISHING - There has been a great deal of conjecture and confusion around this as - Fishing is allowed stated by the Premier yesterday. - Use of non-powered vessels is allowed it already was prior to yesterday for paddle etc. - We are continuing to work with government to understand if this can relate to non-powered and powered vessels, so long as, under the current exercise rules, it is 5km from home and for no longer than two hours. We have not been able to understand why this distinction has been made, and why there is a reference to non-powered. Nor can we find written confirmation of it. As a result, we have appealed to the Minister for clarity, in the hope that non-powered and powered can be treated the same as we can see no logic to separating them. We will keep you posted.