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25.01.2022 A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT COLIN LOCKLEY BOATING AND COVID19 Members Update Dear members,...Continue reading

24.01.2022 PROGRAMMING WESTERN AUSTRALIAS RETURN TO NORMAL OPERATIONS POST COVID19 2020 -When we all thought we might have a great boating summer COVID19. We all had to adhere to quarantines at home and practise social distancing. Along with changes to our working circumstances, one of the few things that enabled us to retain a life balance equilibrium was BOATING....Continue reading

24.01.2022 BOATING WESTERN AUSTRALIA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2018 Introducing Echo Yachts White Rabbit... Recreational boaters are invited to attend the BoatingWA Annual General Meeting and celebrate the reveal of the biggest aluminium superyacht the world has seen. Echo Yachts director Mark Stothard will provide BoatingWA guests the rare opportunity to view some exclusive footage of the build of this exceptional 84m trimaran. Dont miss the boat come join us for an exclusive reveal: Thursday 25th October2018 Swan Yacht Club - 7pm Come early and enjoy dinner at the Swan Yacht Club. To book a table call the Club on 93393520 and let them know that you are attending the BWA AGM. Complimentary drinks and fellowship on behalf of BoatingWA at the conclusion of AGM See website for all details www.boatingwa.com.au

23.01.2022 BOATERS ROTTNEST IS ABOUT TO OPEN VISIT THE ISLAND ENTER THE MARINE PARK USE YOUR MOORING !!!! Dear Members, The Announcement that all Boaters have been waiting on : Boating Western Australia is pleased to let all Boaters know that the Premier has announced Phase 3 of the roadmap to ease Covid19 restrictions in WA allowing Western Australians to enjoy more social and recreational activities and continue to get back to a more normal way of life. We thank the Premie...r and his Team for listening to the boaters of Western Australia. THE BIG NEWS Rottnest Island will be reopened to visitors, overnight guests and boaters on Saturday 6 June 2020. The reopening includes the Islands surrounding marine reserve. Boating Western Australia would like to thank the boating community for playing their part and taking the restrictions seriously. It was a major concession for recreational boaters and what an amazing result in our efforts to halt Covid-19. Now that access has been granted, we will continue to urge the WA Government that they consider the possibility of a rebate to moorings owners for the 8 weeks where they were unable to access their leased moorings at Rottnest. More to come Rottnest beckons enjoy Boaters and BE SAFE! ABOUT BEING SAFE !! The rebuild of the Fuel Jetty is underway hence the old Fuel Jetty is being dismantled, and there is NO FUEL AVAILABLE!! That will be the norm for quite some time! So make sure that you have sufficient fuel to also get yourself home. Remember the old rule of thumb work out what you need and carry 50% more again! We want you back here SAFE! See you in Thomson ! Colin Lockley President Boating Western Australia

23.01.2022 FOR SALE - FIBREGLASS TABLE 1.4 meter diameter, Removable legs Very sturdy, in good order $125.00 ONO (new cost $365.00) Location Beaconsfield ... Contact Bill on 0407 986 105

23.01.2022 COVID-19 FAQs Find out about the WA Governments directions regarding recreational boating during COVID-19. We know you love to get out on the water. If youre one of the States 100,000 recreational boat owners, or simply enjoy the States waterways using other craft, find out what you need to know from our frequently asked questions below....Continue reading

23.01.2022 SEALINK - Perths Newest Ferry Service from Fremantle to Rotto Quokka 1 is a large environmentally friendly jet catamaran to kick start your island adventure. 20% off Ferry Crossing for both Day Returns and Extended Stays. The promotion is bookable for Adults and Children (4-12). Merely log on to your ShopRite account, go to Retail Partners and click on Rottnest Fast Ferries OR Sealink Rottnest to obtain the promotional code and make bookings. Sign in/Register to Shoprite https://www.shoprite.com.au/customer/account/login/

22.01.2022 Fremantle Sailing Club - Notice from the Commodore On the front page of the Fremantle and Melville and Cockburn Herald editions on the 5th of December 2015 was a story regarding the beach to the south of Fremantle Sailing Club titled Beach fight. I have sent the text below to the newspaper as a letter to the Editor. As a member of Fremantle Sailing Club, it is important that you are kept informed of these developments and I would urge you to complete the survey being cond...ucted by the Department of Transport. Terry Baker Commodore Fremantle Sailing Club https://app.mysquawkbox.com//Email/vf8kIn9Oyjrk_bud54/VjoM

21.01.2022 Rottnest Island has a new Chief Executive Officer in Michelle Reynolds and Boating Western Australia welcomes her. At a recent meeting with the CEO we spoke openly and with our eyes firmly on the future for Rottnest and we were delighted with the energy for the task ahead and the attention to our ideas for Rottnest that Michelle exhibited. Ultimately our goals are the same BoatingWA want to make the Island as attractive, safe and amenable as possible to ensure the saf...ety and enjoyment of Recreational Bo9aters. The Rottnest Island Authority essentially stated the same goals. Boaters are tourists and Recreational Boaters are major contributors to the Island coffers. It was an excellent meeting of minds with our new CEO keen to tackle the task of ensuring that Rottnest is the Ultimate Boating Destination BoatingWA is more than happy to assist in any way possible to secure that for Boaters. Best Regards Colin Lockley PRESIDENT Boating Western Australia

21.01.2022 Message from the Department of Transport COVID-19 update for Western Australian boaties, paddlers, windsurfers and kiteboarders This Easter, the Department of Transport is urging boat owners to stay at home, where you can, and to play your role in limiting the spread of COVID-19 by postponing unnecessary boating activity.... The advice is very clear you should stay in your home where you can to protect yourself and others from COVID-19 and from potentially spreading the disease. Only leave for essential activities such as work, shopping for food, exercise or medical appointments. If your boating needs are essential and you decide to go out, social distancing rules apply at the boat ramp and on your boat. You should only be on your boat with no more than one other person; or with family who ordinarily live in the same household as you. If you windsurf, kiteboard, kayak or paddle and consider it essential for your wellbeing, please observe social distancing. Visit our website for all the current information. We all need to do what is right for our community at this time, and support our Marine Officers, WA Police and Marine Rescue volunteers who do a vital job and carry out essential work in the boating community. https://marine.cmail19.com//04B6E24E00BB9D174AB3169DA1FD82

20.01.2022 Old4New lifejacket campaign The Department of Transport in conjunction with the Royal Life Saving Society of Western Australia is launching a new lifejacket awareness campaign, Old4New, on April 8, 2016. A proven winner in other jurisdictions, the campaign educates boaters about the benefits of new easy to wear inflatable lifejackets.... As part of the campaign, a new inflatable lifejacket, along with educational material will be provided under a trade-in scheme where people can surrender their old, damaged or obsolete lifejacket for a self-inflating, slim fitting style lifejacket at a discounted price of $50. The first Old4New lifejacket upgrade opportunity will occur on each day at the Hillarys Boat Show commencing April 8, 2016, between the hours of 10:30am and 12:30pm at the Department of Transport Marine Safety Education trailer. A maximum of 80 lifejackets will be available for upgrade daily. There will be ongoing opportunities to upgrade old style lifejackets at other events throughout the year. It is an exciting initiative that we have no doubt will be very popular but the ultimate aim is to change the behaviour of boaters in WA and have the majority of people on board a boat wearing a lifejacket at all times. http://us8.campaign-archive1.com/

20.01.2022 Lifejackets are the perfect gift for those who go boating this Christmas. More than 200,000 West Australians have a Recreational Skippers Ticket and together with the family and friends they go boating with, they represent a significant part of our community. We want to keep them safe. While it is not compulsory to wear a lifejacket at all times when on the water it is excellent boating practice and makes sense when you consider the consequences of not wearing one.... The updated Lifejackets brochure from DOT is now available. You can download the guide from the link below http://www.transport.wa.gov.au//MAC_B_Safety_Equipment_Lif

19.01.2022 POTABLE WATER TAP - LONGREACH TOILETS ROTTNEST ISLAND Boating Western Australia (BWA) made mention of problems in accessing water for jerry cans and boat "top ups " at the Longreach Toilets at our last meeting with the Rottnest Island Authority. At which we met the new Chief Executive Officer - Michelle Reynolds - and the Marine Facilities Co-ordinator - Russell Northcott. Mr Northcott said "let me look at that issue and see what can be done !" . Well he did and now we have... a much needed and greatly appreciated facility for water replenishment , and a good spot to rinse off the sand before entering the toilets/showers. Great Work RIA Team and thank you .

18.01.2022 A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT COLIN LOCKLEY BOATIES ANCHOR AT HOME: Re Department of Transport Notice and Facebook Posting. Department of Transport have not stopped everyone from Boating BUT - they are asking Boaties to exercise every precaution in relation to Covid19. ... The safest place to be, as we are all aware, is at home in Isolation. Our boats do need use and checking but if you are intent on doing that then you MUST abide by the parameters set for you. There are limits on who can be aboard do not potentially share the virus with others by inviting friends. Travel with your immediate (isolation) family only. Do not think that it is okay to go visiting or for walks at your destination. Easter is approaching and it will be a testing time for Boaters. Kids in isolation and the promise of a quiet drink with friends are not sufficient reasons to break the rules. Boat Safely Boat within the rules. If you are doubtful or in two minds DONT BOAT ! Frustrating as it is your Boat will still be there at the end of this isolation! You can Boat but please consider all of the above. We love our Boating but Covid19 knows no friends. Best regards, Safe and Healthy Boating Colin Lockley PRESIDENT Boating Western Australia Ph. 08 9335 3296 PO Box 692, SOUTH FREMANTLE WA 6162

18.01.2022 Adams Coaches have considered their fare structure for the 2016/17 Season and delivered a belated Christmas present to all Boaters. Day travel around the Island will be set at $10 (a savings of $4 per ticket on the lowest fare), Concession passes will be considered and BEST OF ALL the SEASON PASS will drop to $80 per season, and that will make for budget travelling on the Island if you manage that well. Hotel Club Members (and many of the BoatingWA Team have already joine...d) can purchase the Season Pass for $70! Now that is making travel affordable!!! concession cards again recognised!!! Here is the BIG NEWS!! There will be 2 late buses at around 8.30pm and 9pm on a Friday and Saturday Night. Boaters in the western bays can come in take their partners into town for dinner or a drink enjoy the evening and still be able to get back to their boats that night. Finally Boaters can enjoy a little of the "Rotto Night Life" without having to take the risk of coming around in a tender! Great Initiative Adams! The Geordie Bay Bus remains complimentary (No Charge!) and for that we thank Adams Buses and the Rottnest Island Authority. Not a bad SUMMER PACKAGE to augment our summer boating. Later buses, still have our Geordie Bus and lower cost across the board Roll on summer! See more

17.01.2022 2020 - When we all thought we might have a great boating summer COVID19. Rottnest Island was lost to boaters during the quarantine periods. We all had to adhere to social distancing and quarantines at home. Along with changes to our working circumstances one of the few things that enabled us to retain a life balance equilibrium was BOATING.... BoatingWA experienced a tough year working to retain boating freedoms and holiday destinations for boaters to enjoy. There is much more work to be done and it requires a Big Voice to ensure that those hard-fought freedoms are not eroded. Together we can make a difference, but your membership is vital to the continued work of BoatingWA. Boating Western Australia is YOUR VOICE to Government and Authorities. 2019-2020 was a productive year for our talented team of volunteers in establishing regular meetings and gaining positions on forums and boards. All to ensure that you have great boating destinations, enjoyable facilities, safe travel home. Their efforts, expertise and determination have secured input on many crucial committees. We provide the very best support we can from our Volunteer Committee at a cost that we hope you find reasonable and offers much back to you in support and discounts. Use your BoatingWA membership well and it will repay you many fold. For only $30/annum The only boating association representing the broad range of recreational boating interests across the state. Rebate for your Club Marine Insurance approx. 10% ShopRite Member discount card for a broad range of products Monthly eNews ON DECK Advice of Public forums on relevant boating topics We get things done! 22 YEARS AND STILL GOING STRONG REPRESENTING THE RECREATIONAL BOATERS OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA For online application, please visit https://boatingwa.com.au/application-for-membership/. THE BEST INVESTMENT YOU WILL EVER MAKE IN YOUR OWN BOATING SAFETY AND ENJOYMENT! Sincerely, Colin Lockley President - Boating Western Australia

17.01.2022 TIP OF THE DAY Lifejacket Recharge Kit BoatingWAs tips on getting the best deal?... - Buy your Lifejacket Recharge Kit from Survitec Group and let them know you are a BoatingWA member. Survitec Group 24 Hines Rd, OConnor WA 6163 Phone: (08) 9331 4000 - Ask for a Lifejacket Recharge Kit without packaging for a greater deal.

16.01.2022 Rottnest Island - Could it be any better? BoatingWA has established a regular meeting with Rottnest CEO Paolo Amaranti to investigate issues and facilities. "To make Rottnest more enjoyable for boaters" We want your concerns to discuss and resolve with the Rottnest Island Authority.... Contact us via the suggestion box on our website. BoatingWA will to put forward your suggestions & will bring your issues to notice. So far: Nine new navigation marks around the island. Ten new "FREE" beach moorings. (5 Thomson Bay + 5 Geordie Bay) Geordie Bay toilet refurbishment Quokka doors around toilets and much more. http://www.boatingwa.com.au/

16.01.2022 Rottnest Island - Could it be any better? BoatingWA has established a regular meeting with Rottnest CEO to investigate issues and facilities. "To make Rottnest more enjoyable for boaters"... We want your concerns to discuss and resolve with the Rottnest Island Authority. To put forward your suggestion and bring your issues to notice, please email us at [email protected] or use the Suggestion box on our website. So far Nine new navigation marks around the island. Ten new "FREE" beach moorings. (5 Thomson Bay + 5 Geordie Bay) Geordie Bay toilet refurbishment Quokka doors around toilets and much more. 30% discounts off Rottnest Express Ferry tickets and the same for all their Island tours. Removal of the Landing Fee for those round trips back to the mainland and return. Extremely good season passes and day rates from Adams Coaches.

15.01.2022 OLD4NEW LIFEJACKET UPGRADE BOATING WESTERN AUSTRALIA TRADE IN PROGRAM... Boating Western Australia is launching a new lifejacket awareness campaign. As part of the campaign, a new inflatable lifejacket will be provided under a trade-in scheme where people can surrender their old, damaged or obsolete lifejacket for a self-inflating, slim fitting style lifejacket at a discounted price of $50 Old4New lifejacket upgrade is available for BWA members for the whole month of September 2016. The Department of Transport support the BWA in promoting lifejacket awareness and will provide an informative and entertaining lifejacket demonstration on the night. Fore more details, go to http://www.boatingwa.com.au/

15.01.2022 Perth International Boat Show, September 21 to 24, 2018. Elizabeth Quay and Perth Convention and Exhibiton Centre SHOW DATES... Friday 21st September: 10.00am - 6.00pm Saturday 22nd September: 10.00am - 6.00pm Sunday 23rd September: 10.00am - 5.00pm Monday 24th September: 10.00am - 4.00pm For more info, visit http://www.perthboatshow.com.au/t/visitor_information.phtml

13.01.2022 Temporary Notice to Mariners Interruption to Rottnest Island Fuel Supplies Monday 19 to Friday 23 November 2018 Fuel supplies at the Rottnest Island Fuel Jetty will be unavailable from 8.00am Monday 19 November until 5.00pm Friday 23 November. During these works there will be no Diesel or ULP supply to the public and all necessary arrangements should be made by boat users prior to coming to the island. For further inquiries and in case of emergency, please call Programmed Facility Management Rottnest Island on (08) 9292 6000 .

13.01.2022 PROGRAMMING WESTERN AUSTRALIA’S RETURN TO NORMAL OPERATIONS POST COVID19 2020 -When we all thought we might have a great boating summer COVID19. We all had to adhere to quarantines at home and practise social distancing. Along with changes to our working circumstances, one of the few things that enabled us to retain a life balance equilibrium was BOATING....Continue reading

13.01.2022 A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT COLIN LOCKLEY BOATING ACCESS TO ROTTNEST ISLAND. In discussions today with the Rottnest Island Authority is it evident that Boating to and around Rottnest Island will cease by Friday 27th March 2020.... This decision is an integral part of our Governments planning and preparation process for the safeguarding of all Western Australians in the shadow of the Corona (Covid-19) Virus. Further information will be provided in a Public release on Friday 27th Mar 2020. Boaters can assist in this process by removing all vessels and tenders from Rottnest by Friday. Please visit the link to the travel restrictions and COVID-19 Update, and continue to visit it daily to ensure that you know what is happening. Rottnest Island Staff are fully occupied completing this directive and information will flow to you. This advice is to enable all Boaters sufficient time to get to Rottnest and collect their vessels and tenders by Noon on Friday 27th March 2020 All Recreational Boating will cease to Rottnest Island . Watch for the News Release on Friday. Bring your Boat/s home. Follow the link to the travel restrictions and COVID-19 Update https://www.rottnestisland.com/COVID-19 Boating Western Australia hopes that this early information helps all Recreational Boaters, Be Safe and best wishes in this stressful time. Colin Lockley PRESIDENT. Ph. 08 9335 3296 PO Box 692, SOUTH FREMANTLE WA 6162 www.boatingwa.com.au

12.01.2022 Rottnest Island - Disposal of boat batteries. Please make sure your return your batteries to specified locations on the mainland as it is not permitted to leave them on Rottnest Island. As Rottnest works towards increased sustainability, the Rottnest island Authority encourage visitors to the Island to engage in environmentally friendly behaviours such as disposing of waste correctly. ... One issue the RIA have been facing recently is that some members of the boating community have been leaving used boat batteries at the end of the jetty as waste. Rottnest Island does not have an appropriate facility to process the batteries and they are disposed of as hazardous waste before being stockpiled and then shipped off the Island. This not only comes at a cost to RIA time and finances to stockpile and dispose of the batteries but also to the environment, as the batteries are unable to be recycled at all if they are classed as hazardous waste. There are allocated locations to dispose of boat batteries at the Fishing Boat Harbour in Fremantle, and for members, there is also a disposal point at the Fremantle Sailing Club.

12.01.2022 Are you interested in a Swan Canning Riverpark mooring? You only have until 4pm Friday August 26, 2016 to register for the public ballot for 40 unallocated moorings in the Swan Canning Riverpark. The unallocated moorings are located throughout the riverpark in current approved mooring zones and vary in size from a minimum of five metres to a maximum of 14 metres. Public demand for moorings in the riverpark is always extremely high and strong interest is expected from members ...of the boating community wanting to secure one of these prized sites. The Department of Transport (DoT) has engaged the Western Australian Electoral Commission to conduct the ballot. For more information, visit Moorings Ballot or contact DoT on 9431 1001. http://us8.campaign-archive2.com/

12.01.2022 NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2016 All Clubs members are invited to attend the Boating WA Annual General Meeting Fremantle Sailing Club - 7pm Thursday 13th October 2016.... Boating WA President, Colin Lockley, will outline the gains made over the last twelve months and introduce upcoming representations on which your BWA Committee will be focussing to ensure that any new decisions are made with the interests of recreational boating enthusiasts being fully considered. Boating WA Looking after Recreational Boaters. FORUM: MARINE SAFETY AND INFLATABLE LIFEJACKETS 7.30pm -Immediately following the AGM. Guest Speaker Mr Laurence Adams - Manager Safety Education Department of Transport will address the forum about Marine Safety and the benefits of new easy to wear inflatable lifejackets. As part of the Old4New campaign, RFD inflatable lifejackets will be given away during the night. Dont miss you chance to win the latest 3D technology Lifejacket The Crewfit 165N Sport! OLD4NEW BoatingWA Members can exchange 2 old for 2 new lifejackets for the very small cost of $50 per jacket. Contact Carine on 08 9335 3296 or at [email protected] and reserve your new life jackets Complimentary drinks and fellowship on behalf of BoatingWA at the conclusion of AGM See website for all details www.boatingwa.com.au

12.01.2022 From tomorrow the BoatinWA Team will be enjoying the Christmas break with families and friends. The team at BoatingWA wishes you all a wonderful break, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!From tomorrow the BoatinWA Team will be enjoying the Christmas break with families and friends. The team at BoatingWA wishes you all a wonderful break, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

11.01.2022 COVID-19 FAQs Find out about the WA Government's directions regarding recreational boating during COVID-19. We know you love to get out on the water. If you're one of the State’s 100,000 recreational boat owners, or simply enjoy the State’s waterways using other craft, find out what you need to know from our frequently asked questions below....Continue reading

10.01.2022 Our partner ShopRite has been working hard and negotiating to secure more benefits and special deals for BOATINGWA members. Most recent additional benefit is Discounted eGift Cards. Here are some of the brands below: Woolworths Coles... JB HiFi Retravision Harvey Norman Good Guys Ticketmaster Barbecues Galore BCF David Jones Rays Outdoors Red Balloon Priceline Myer Kathmandu Flight Centre EB Games Endota Spa BWS Dan Murphys BigW and many more. https://www.shoprite.com.au/

07.01.2022 Its that time of year where we ask of you to support Boating Western Australia (BoatingWA) in our pursuit of the best facilities, and fairest fees from Governments and Authorities for all Recreational Boaters FOR YOU. 2017/18 was a very busy year and some of the outcomes were: Bunbury boaters safe passage to the Ocean and return. ... Lobbying, public rally, approaches to Ministers and Council and links with community leaders saw the new Railway Bridge Walkway raised to a height of 3.6 metres rather than the planned 2.2 metres. Boaters now have safe access to the ocean and can return home even on a high tide. A sensational result and a good hearing from Local Government ensured that result. BoatingWA ensured the good hearing! This ultimately became a fantastic link of public spirit and donation to support a good outcome from their Local Authority. 30% discount on fares with Rottnest Express. No landing fee to return to Rottnest if you need to go back to the mainland for an appointment or meeting. Deliveries from the Rottnest Island General Store available during holiday periods. Discounted bus/travel costs on Rottnest - negotiated with Adams Coaches. Ablution facility improvements at the Longreach toilet block Rottnest Island. New cardinal marks at Garden Island. Improved lighting on the Yellow Special Event Markers at Fremantle Fishing Boat/Success/Challenger Harbours. New markers and synchronised lighting on the Swan River. New ropes on the Elizabeth Quay courtesy moorings that are half the size (32mm) and longer than the previous ones. A further 156 lifejackets distributed to Members under the Old4New lifejackets Trade-in Program. A BoatingWA initiative exclusive to BoatingWA members. Club Marine - a healthy rebate on insurance to our Members. Shoprite Services Discount buying services with more than 60 retail partners. Qantas Club Discount. Monthly e-Newsletters On Deck and annual magazine Flagship. It is only possible to do undertake such work through your generosity and support. We seek your support again in forthcoming year 2018/2019 by renewing your membership. For that privilege your Volunteer Committee at BoatingWA promises to serve and support YOU - the West Australian Boating Public for another year. BoatingWA Now in our 19th year representing the Recreational Boaters of Western Australia! Colin Lockley PRESIDENT Boating Western Australia https://boatingwa.com.au/membership/

05.01.2022 BOATING WESTERN AUSTRALIA 2018 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING - 25th October 2018 There are four positions on the Executive Committee to be filled for the year 2018-2019: President Vice President Treasurer and Secretary and up to four General Committee vacancies.... Nomination forms available to be downloaded from the BoatingWA website https://boatingwa.com.au/ Please note that applications must be in writing - must have a Mover and Seconder - and must be submitted two weeks prior to the AGM.

05.01.2022 FANCY A SQUID CATCHING COMPETITION? ANGLERS FISHING WORLD CALAMARI CLASSIC March 18 - Fremantle Sailing Club... ALL WELCOME http://calamariclassic.com.au/

05.01.2022 Rottnest - Geordie Bay Jetty Works will continue on the Geordie Bay jetty thisweek from Monday to Friday. Work hours are 8.30 am 4.00pm each day, there will be noise associated with the operations of plant and machinery. Operations are being undertaken from a small barge with divers. Vessels are requested to use caution when accessing the lower landing of the jetty during these times.

04.01.2022 The Annual General Meeting of the members of Boating Western Australia Inc. will take place at Swan Yacht Club, onWednesday 20th of September 2017 at 7pm. FORUM to follow immediately after the AGM... White Rabbit 84m Superyacht Project - one of the worlds largest trimaran super yachts! Guest Speaker Mr Mark Stothard Director of Echo Yachts- will address the forum about the new 84m White Rabbit superyacht currently being built by Echo Yachts at Henderson. The Luxury Trimaran is now well underway at Echo Yachts and boasts the accolade of being the largest ever super yacht project undertaken in Australia. It is also one of the larger Trimaran Super Yacht ever undertaken in the world. Spectacular and unseen "Drone Footage" of White Rabbit will be shown on the night - you could be the first to see it! Complimentary drinks and fellowship on behalf of BoatingWA at the conclusion of AGM

03.01.2022 NEW FOR OLD LIFE JACKET EXCHANGE PROGRAM. BoatingWA works hard to promote safety in our Boating Fraternity and one of the ways that we do this is to promote and subsidise quality inflatable life jackets to all boaters through the Old4New Lifejacket Exchange Program. Bring in your old jacket and receive new ones for a subsidised price. In conjunction with the Dept of Transport (Marine Safety) we have been heading out to Clubs and speaking with the Members on equipment and ...techniques to ensure that they return home to their families after a day out on the water! On Friday night 27th July in conjunction with David Philpott from the Dept of Transport, Marine Safety Division and the Rockingham Sea Search and Rescue Boating WA ran a safety night at the beautiful Mangles Bay Fishing Club in Rockingham. We would like to thank the lovely people of Mangles Bay Fishing Club for their warm welcome. (the pot belly stove was amazing). The hospitality was warm and friendly. Thanks to all the hard working Committee of Mangles Bay for allowing us to promote safer boating for all. David Philpott came in from his holidays to give demonstrations on the correct use, care and maintenance of life jackets. Two current in use life jackets were presented to David to inspect and were found to be faulty. This highlights the need to regularly check and maintain your jackets. The gas air cylinders can be weighed to check that indeed they havent leaked. The main point of the night was regular checks on your jackets. You dont keep flat batteries in your smoke detectors at home! The other very valid point was in wearing your jackets while boating. The demonstrations clearly showed how comfortable they are to wear while engaging in all water related activities. Discussions were held on auto inflating opposed to manual inflating Rockingham Sea Search and Rescue gave a talk and introduced a competition whereby you enrol and every time you log on you go into a draw for a prize. This hopefully will get more boaters logging on and off. This is a great incentive to encourage people to use their radios without being under the pressure of being in an emergency situation. We also thank our hard working Board Member Robert Andrews in organizing the night and Board Member Kim Wilkie for his brilliant secretarial/marketing skills in taking orders for the life jackets. The turn out was great for a cold winters night but for those who may have missed out BoatingWA is still around and your President has indicated that he would like to strengthen relationships with BoatingWA. We are happy to come back and catch up with those Members who could not attend on the night. A great night was had by all and hard fishing Members of Mangles Bay head to sea a little safer! See more

02.01.2022 Perth International Boat Show, September 21 to 24, 2018. Elizabeth Quay and Perth Convention and Exhibiton Centre SHOW DATES... Friday 21st September: 10.00am - 6.00pm Saturday 22nd September: 10.00am - 6.00pm Sunday 23rd September: 10.00am - 5.00pm Monday 24th September: 10.00am - 4.00pm For more info, visit http://www.perthboatshow.com.au/t/visitor_information.phtml See more

01.01.2022 Happy Halloween !!!

01.01.2022 ROTTNEST STAKE HOLDERS MEETING BOATING WESTERN AUSTRALIA (BWA) The RIA is about to meet with Boating WA shortly and asks that should you have any issues you may wish to raise could be done through Boating WA. Some of the recent issues resolved were; upgrade to the Geordie Bay toilets; additional navigational markers and beach anchor points. Please contact Boating WA at: [email protected] or phone 08-93353296. Alternatively visit our website at www.boatingwa.com.au

01.01.2022 Rottnest Main Jetty Fencing Works Fencing works will start tomorrow at the barge landing area of the Main Jetty (refer to photo). Work should be completed by the weekend.