The Andrews Labor Government is encouraging boaters and facility managers to visit Better Boating Victoria's new website to have their say on how recreational boating infrastructure is managed in our...
New rule for personal watercraft on Port Phillip Bay
15/11/2019
Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) will shortly introduce a new waterway rule restricting 'irregular' riding of personal watercraft (PWC) in Port Phillip Bay 5-knot speed restricted zones to reduce...
Review of the mandatory safety standards for portable fire extinguishers
02/10/2019
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) invites you to have your say on the issues and policy options in the consultation paper on the review of the mandatory safety standards for po...
Boating Infrastructure Management Review Kicks Off
26/09/2019
The Andrews Labor Government is set to begin a review of the management arrangements of recreational boating infrastructure in Port Phillip and Western Port bays to help make boating even better...
ACCC RECALL:Marine Power International Pty Ltd — Mercury MerCruiser Marine Engines 4.5L & 6.2L
23/09/2019
Mercury MerCruiser - 4.5L and 6.2L sterndrive, inboard and towsport marine engines Identifying features Other: Serial number range 2A636671-2A673383 What are the defects?Possibility of a crack in the...
Victorian Fisheries Authority ask for local Fishers help
13/09/2019
Saltwater fishers are doing their bit to help track the movement patterns of King George whiting in Victorian waters, thanks to a three-year research project funded by recreational fishing licence...
Will your boat float?
10/09/2019
Whether buying a second-hand boat or preparing to dust off your old vessel for summer, Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) says all boats should be properly checked before heading out on the...
Amer 94 becomes the largest superyacht with Volvo Penta Easy Connect
10/09/2019
Italian boatbuilder Amer Yachts has installed Volvo Penta Easy Connect in their 94-foot superyacht, D'aria, making it the largest yacht to be connected to the app. The boat will be at The Cannes...
No More Boat Ramp Fees At Frankston
06/09/2019
Boat Ramp fees have been scrapped for boaters using Kananook Creek and Olivers Hill boat ramps in Frankston, giving Victorians even more reasons to celebrate the start of the boating and fishing...
Abolishing Ramp Fees To Get More Victorians Out On The Water
05/08/2019
The Andrews Labor Government is making it cheaper and easier for more Victorian families to get out on the water by abolishing parking and launching fees at public boat ramps. Premier Daniel...