Safe waterways, and support for the maritime community.
New South Wales, Australia
Joined March 2009
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Working with local councils to provide new and safe boating infrastructure that our growing community can enjoy. facebook.com/nswmaritime/pos…
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If you own an inflatable lifejacket Roads and Maritime will be running an inflatable lifejacket self service clinic at Swallow Rock Boat Ramp, Grays Point on Saturday, 13 April from 12 to 3pm
Inflatable lifejackets are easy to wear... rms.nsw.gov.au/lifejacketcli…
Always check your lifejacket before putting it on and heading out on the water. Inflatable lifejackets aren’t effective if they don’t inflate! Ensure any gas bottle or cartridge are good to go and screwed in hand tight, and that the pull cord is... facebook.com/nswmaritime/vid…
If you own an inflatable lifejacket Roads and Maritime will be running an inflatable lifejacket self service clinic at Taplin Park Boat Ramp, Bayswater Street, Drummoyne on Friday, 12 April from 12 to 3pm
Inflatable lifejackets are... rms.nsw.gov.au/lifejacketcli…
Accidents can happen at any time when out on the water – minimise the risk of serious injury by taking extra precautions and wearing a lifejacket when out and about on our waterways.
Report an issue, call 13 12 36 (Option 2). illawarramercury.com.au/stor…
Lifejacket rules in NSW vary according to risks. Make sure you know which is the right lifejacket for you and your activity. facebook.com/nswmaritime/vid…
Always travel at a safe speed for the conditions out on the water. That means slowing down when sign posted, at night, in rough conditions or when there are other vessels nearby or people in the water. Remember, the... facebook.com/nswmaritime/vid…
In NSW, it is legal requirement that inflatable lifejackets are serviced according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Here's how to perform a self service of your lifejacket (if permitted by the manufacturer). facebook.com/nswmaritime/vid…
If you own an inflatable lifejacket Roads and Maritime will be running an inflatable lifejacket self service clinic at Little Beach Boat Ramp, Nelson Bay on Sunday, 31 March from 12 to 3pm
Inflatable lifejackets are easy to wear... rms.nsw.gov.au/lifejacketcli…
A strong reminder not to get complacent about the weather, even on inland waters. In the Murray River, this 6.5 metre Malibu wakeboat was overturned with three large wind waves, one after the other. The waves were... facebook.com/nswmaritime/pos…
If you own an inflatable lifejacket Roads and Maritime will be running an inflatable lifejacket self service clinic at Westport Boat Ramp, Port Macquarie on Saturday, 30 March from 12 to 3pm
Inflatable lifejackets are easy to wear... rms.nsw.gov.au/lifejacketcli…
Always check the weather forecast before you head out and continue to keep watch when you are out as conditions can change quickly. Marine radios, smart phone apps and the internet can all help you do this. And if it starts to look dicy, head... facebook.com/nswmaritime/vid…
If you own an inflatable lifejacket Roads and Maritime will be running an inflatable lifejacket self service clinic at Noreuil Park Boat Ramp, Noreuil Parade, Albury on Friday, 26 April from 12 to 3pm
Inflatable lifejackets are... rms.nsw.gov.au/lifejacketcli…
All vessels must travel at a safe speed at all times. That means choosing a speed that is safe for the conditions and to allow you enough time to avoid a collision. facebook.com/nswmaritime/vid…
Avoid the risk of capsizing by making sure your vessel is suitable for the conditions and never overload it with people or gear…And always check the weather before going out. facebook.com/nswmaritime/vid…
Navigation markers are the water traffic signs of the waterways. Take time to learn this internationally recognised system for safe navigation on the waterways. facebook.com/nswmaritime/vid…
Despite really bad weather, our teams were out all weekend in the Broken Bay/Hawkesbury River region. With more than 500 vessel checks and even 25 commercial vessels checked, we found a great safety compliance rate... facebook.com/nswmaritime/vid…
As we continue our campaign in the Broken Bay/Hawkesbury River region today, we ask that you stay safe in what could be quite trecherous conditions. Check the weather, make sure your safety equipment is onboard and... facebook.com/nswmaritime/vid…
Today, we were out in force across the Broken Bay/ Hawkesbury River region--despite the bad conditions which sometimes saw even us get airborne! With almost 300 interactions with the boaters who braved the... facebook.com/118052160630/po…