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Department of Transport

March 2017

Boating Guide Coral Bay Marine Safety

Protected Waters

lakes, rivers, inlets and estuaries except

Lake Argyle

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Recreational Skipper’s TicketThe skipper of a recreational vessel, powered by a motor greater than 6hp (4.5kwp) must hold an RST.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Bilge Pump/BailerAll vessels must carry a bilge pump. Vessels under 7 metres may carry a bailer in lieu of a bilge pump.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Fire ExtinguisherVessels with an inboard engine or carrying hydrocarbon heating or cooling appliances must carry an approved fire extinguisher.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Anchor and LineAn efficient anchor and line must be carried. − ✓ ✓ ✓LifejacketA lifejacket bearing the label Level 100 (or higher) with the Australian Standard AS 1512, AS 4758 or ISO 12402 must be carried for every person onboard.

− ✓ ✓ ✓Red and Orange Flares (in date)At least two hand held red flares and two hand held orange flares must be carried. Two parachute flares may be carried in lieu of the two hand held red flares and a smoke canister may be carried in lieu of the smoke flares.

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EPIRB

EPIRB (in date)A 406 MHz EPIRB registered with AMSA bearing the standard AS/NZS 4280.1 must be carried if proceeding more than 2 miles from the mainland shore or more than 400 metres from an island located more than 2 miles from the mainland shore.

− − ✓ ✓

Parachute Flares (in date)A minimum of two parachute flares must be carried if operating more than 5 miles from the mainland shore or more than 1 mile from an island located more than 5 miles from the mainland shore.

− − − ✓

Marine RadioA marine radio must be carried if operating more than 5 miles from the mainland shore or more than 1 mile from an island located more than 5 miles from the mainland shore. The radio can be 27 MHz, VHF or HF.

− − − ✓RSE-0317

SafetyEquipment

The information contained in this publication is provided in good faith and

believed to be accurate at time of publication. The State shall in no way be

liable for any loss sustained or incurred by anyone relying on the information.

Join us at facebook.com/MarineSafetyWA

Contact detailsDepartment of TransportEmail: [email protected]: www.transport.wa.gov.au/imarineExmouth Office: 9949 2079Carnarvon Office: 9941 6800Coral Bay Maritime Facility Manager: 0427 848 655Marine Safety Hotline: 13 11 56

Boating Weather ForecastBoating Weather: 1900 955 350Website: www.bom.gov.au/marine

PoliceExmouth: 9947 8700

Volunteer Marine Rescue ServicesEmergency contact: VHF 16/80 and 27MHz 90Coral Bay (VMR 679)

Department of FisheriesWebsite: www.fish.wa.gov.auExmouth: 9949 2755

Department of Parks and WildlifeWebsite: www.dpaw.wa.gov.auInformation Centre: 9948 5131Exmouth: 9947 8000

CORAL BAYFor more detailed information, refer to

Department of Transport’s Nautical ChartCoral Bay WA 1108

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Coral BayCoral Bay Restricted Boating AreaCoral Bay is a popular access point for boaters to the Marine Park. A boating strategy has been developed in response to the increasing pressure on this area.

The waters adjacent to the Coral Bay Maritime Facility (CBMF) are a 5 Knot Restricted Area (see map) and the following conditions apply:

• no anchoring (including beach anchoring);

• no processing of fish;

• draft limit of 1.2 metres; and

• once vessels are clear of the Coral Bay restrictedboating area they can proceed at 8 knots for thelength of the channel.

Authorised Vessels Only AreaOnly vessels that have lawful authority from Parks and Wildlife can enter the Authorised Vessels Only Area. The southern boundary of the Authorised Vessels Only Area, (approx 200 metres north of the CBMF), is marked with in-water buoys.

Recreational fishingThe Department of Fisheries licenses and regulates recreational fishing in regard to bag and size limits at Coral Bay.

• Refer to the Ningaloo Marine Park Zoning sectionoverleaf for the areas where fishing is permittedand prohibited within the Marine Park. Brochureswith more specific information on fishingregulations are available from the Parks andWildlife Information Centre and the Department ofFisheries.

• Fishing is not permitted on any jetty where itinterferes with the movement and operations ofvessels.

• Cleaning, scaling, gutting and filleting of fish isnot permitted at the CBMF or within the 5 KnotRestricted Area and the Authorised Vessels OnlyArea.

• Fish cleaning facilities are available in townadjacent to the public toilet facilities in RobinsonStreet.

Parks and Wildlife public moorings at Coral BayAs there are no private recreational use moorings allowed at Coral Bay, Parks and Wildlife have provided a number of public day and overnight moorings for use in the Maud Sanctuary Zone.

Public moorings are identified by coloured buoys (see table below) – please enquire at the Parks and Wildlife Information Centre in Coral Bay for more information. There is also advice and information provided on the mooring float.

To book an overnight mooring please call Parks and Wildlife Exmouth on 9947 8000.

Please remember that the different coloured moorings are designed for different vessels and different conditions. Ensure the mooring you select is suitable for your vessel, and comply with the information displayed on the mooring float.

You are responsible for the safety of your vessel while using the moorings.

All day use moorings are rated to a maximum wind strength of 30 knots, overnight moorings are rated to 45 knots

Public mooring table

Colour coded float Maximum vessel length

Maximum wind strength

Black Kayaks only 30 knots

Brown 8 metres 30 knots

Green 12 metres30 knots

45 knots, overnight

Blue 18 metres 30 knots

Orange 25 metres 45 knots

Coral Bay Maritime FacilityCode of conduct The Coral Bay Maritime Advisory Committee in conjunction with the commercial operators, recreational users and the Coral Bay community has developed a Code of Conduct for the facility. A copy of the Code is available from the Facility Manager or can be downloaded from: www.transport.wa.gov.au/imarine/coral-bay-facility.asp

The underlying principle of the Code ensures that the Coral Bay Maritime Facility (CBMF) community extends courtesy and consideration to all users of the facility.

To assist, the following rules have been agreed:

• Fishing from the jetty must not obstruct movementof vessels.

• Only commercial vessel operators are permitted topark on the island or causeway. This is restrictedto loading/unloading for a maximum period of 20minutes.

• Camping or living in vehicles is prohibited at thefacility, both on the island and the trailer/car park.

Educational and informative signage has been provided to assist people to understand the correct behavioural requirements at the facility.

The months from November to April (inclusive) are the cyclonic season in the North West of WA. A Coral Bay Maritime Facility Cyclone Contingency Plan is available from the Facility Manager or from www.transport.wa.gov.au/imarine/coral-bay-facility.asp

MooringsTransport has installed four transfer moorings at the CBMF. Two moorings located immediately to the north of the commercial jetty are not available for use by recreational vessels. These are reserved for commercial operators. Two others located to the west of the CBMF are generally provided for commercial operators although some private or recreational vessel use is permitted.

The white mooring buoys are distinctive and display CT01 to CT04. Please contact the Facility Manager for further information. Fees are payable for the use of the two westerly transfer moorings.

Transport has installed a series of tender moorings on and around the CBMF. These are predominantly utilised by commercial operators and government agencies. Recreational vessels are not permitted to use the tender moorings without the explicit approval of the Facility Manager.

Entry onto island facilityBoaters are expected to rig their vessels while in the trailer/car park to reduce time spent launching on the island.

Boaters are required to stop before entering the island to allow departing vehicles and tailored vessels to leave as they have right of way.

Boat trailers with a low draw-bar may damage the top of the boat ramp surface. A reece-hitch is available for loan from the Facility Manager to reduce the risk of this type of damage.

Boaters are asked to avoid “driving” their vessels onto the trailer (ie, use the winch), particularly at low tides to reduce the chance of subsidence at the base of the concrete ramp blocks.

Once a vessel is removed from the water drivers are to immediately proceed to the de-rigging area provided at the top car park.

People should not be in a vessel being towed by a vehicle over the causeway or roads, as the practice is illegal and very dangerous.

Speed limitA 5 knot speed limit applies to all waters around the CBMF.

A 5 kph speed limit applies on the causeway and in the trailer/car park.

Fuelling recreational vesselsFuelling of vessels with inflammable fuels such as ULP is not permitted at either the trailer/car park or on the island facility.

Fuelling of recreational vessels with diesel is permitted under strict conditions. Boaters are required to seek approval from the Facility Manager to ensure the fuelling is carried out in a legally.

Fuelling of vessels is not permitted during peak periods – liaise with Facility Manager if required.

Rubbish removalLittering from boats is not permitted. All rubbish and waste is to be brought back to the facility and taken to the landfill site.

Fish cleaningFish cleaning is only permitted at the facility adjacent to the public toilets in Robinson Street in town.

Department of Transport

March 2017

Boating Guide Coral Bay Marine Safety

Protected Waters

lakes, rivers, inlets and estuaries except

Lake Argyle

0-2 Nautical


shore

2-5 Nautical


shore

Over 5 Nautical


shore

Recreational Skipper’s TicketThe skipper of a recreational vessel, powered by a motor greater than 6hp (4.5kwp) must hold an RST.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Bilge Pump/BailerAll vessels must carry a bilge pump. Vessels under 7 metres may carry a bailer in lieu of a bilge pump.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Fire ExtinguisherVessels with an inboard engine or carrying hydrocarbon heating or cooling appliances must carry an approved fire extinguisher.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Anchor and LineAn efficient anchor and line must be carried. − ✓ ✓ ✓LifejacketA lifejacket bearing the label Level 100 (or higher) with the Australian Standard AS 1512, AS 4758 or ISO 12402 must be carried for every person onboard.

− ✓ ✓ ✓Red and Orange Flares (in date)At least two hand held red flares and two hand held orange flares must be carried. Two parachute flares may be carried in lieu of the two hand held red flares and a smoke canister may be carried in lieu of the smoke flares.

− ✓ ✓ ✓

EPIRB

EPIRB (in date)A 406 MHz EPIRB registered with AMSA bearing the standard AS/NZS 4280.1 must be carried if proceeding more than 2 miles from the mainland shore or more than 400 metres from an island located more than 2 miles from the mainland shore.

− − ✓ ✓

Parachute Flares (in date)A minimum of two parachute flares must be carried if operating more than 5 miles from the mainland shore or more than 1 mile from an island located more than 5 miles from the mainland shore.

− − − ✓

Marine RadioA marine radio must be carried if operating more than 5 miles from the mainland shore or more than 1 mile from an island located more than 5 miles from the mainland shore. The radio can be 27 MHz, VHF or HF.

− − − ✓RSE-0317

SafetyEquipment

The information contained in this publication is provided in good faith and

believed to be accurate at time of publication. The State shall in no way be

liable for any loss sustained or incurred by anyone relying on the information.

Join us at facebook.com/MarineSafetyWA

Contact detailsDepartment of TransportEmail: [email protected]: www.transport.wa.gov.au/imarineExmouth Office: 9949 2079Carnarvon Office: 9941 6800Coral Bay Maritime Facility Manager: 0427 848 655Marine Safety Hotline: 13 11 56

Boating Weather ForecastBoating Weather: 1900 955 350Website: www.bom.gov.au/marine

PoliceExmouth: 9947 8700

Volunteer Marine Rescue ServicesEmergency contact: VHF 16/80 and 27MHz 90Coral Bay (VMR 679)

Department of FisheriesWebsite: www.fish.wa.gov.auExmouth: 9949 2755

Department of Parks and WildlifeWebsite: www.dpaw.wa.gov.auInformation Centre: 9948 5131Exmouth: 9947 8000




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Coral BayCoral Bay Restricted Boating AreaCoral Bay is a popular access point for boaters to the Marine Park. A boating strategy has been developed in response to the increasing pressure on this area.

The waters adjacent to the Coral Bay Maritime Facility (CBMF) are a 5 Knot Restricted Area (see map) and the following conditions apply:

• no anchoring (including beach anchoring);

• no processing of fish;

• draft limit of 1.2 metres; and

• once vessels are clear of the Coral Bay restricted boating area they can proceed at 8 knots for the length of the channel.

Authorised Vessels Only AreaOnly vessels that have lawful authority from Parks and Wildlife can enter the Authorised Vessels Only Area. The southern boundary of the Authorised Vessels Only Area, (approx 200 metres north of the CBMF), is marked with in-water buoys.

Recreational fishingThe Department of Fisheries licenses and regulates recreational fishing in regard to bag and size limits at Coral Bay.

• Refer to the Ningaloo Marine Park Zoning section overleaf for the areas where fishing is permitted and prohibited within the Marine Park. Brochures with more specific information on fishing regulations are available from the Parks and Wildlife Information Centre and the Department of Fisheries.

• Fishing is not permitted on any jetty where it interferes with the movement and operations of vessels.

• Cleaning, scaling, gutting and filleting of fish is not permitted at the CBMF or within the 5 Knot Restricted Area and the Authorised Vessels Only Area.

• Fish cleaning facilities are available in town adjacent to the public toilet facilities in Robinson Street.

Parks and Wildlife public moorings at Coral BayAs there are no private recreational use moorings allowed at Coral Bay, Parks and Wildlife have provided a number of public day and overnight moorings for use in the Maud Sanctuary Zone.

Public moorings are identified by coloured buoys (see table below) – please enquire at the Parks and Wildlife Information Centre in Coral Bay for more information. There is also advice and information provided on the mooring float.

To book an overnight mooring please call Parks and Wildlife Exmouth on 9947 8000.

Please remember that the different coloured moorings are designed for different vessels and different conditions. Ensure the mooring you select is suitable for your vessel, and comply with the information displayed on the mooring float.

You are responsible for the safety of your vessel while using the moorings.

All day use moorings are rated to a maximum wind strength of 30 knots, overnight moorings are rated to 45 knots

Public mooring table

Colour coded float Maximum vessel length

Maximum wind strength

Black Kayaks only 30 knots

Brown 8 metres 30 knots

Green 12 metres30 knots

45 knots, overnight

Blue 18 metres 30 knots

Orange 25 metres 45 knots

Coral Bay Maritime FacilityCode of conduct The Coral Bay Maritime Advisory Committee in conjunction with the commercial operators, recreational users and the Coral Bay community has developed a Code of Conduct for the facility. A copy of the Code is available from the Facility Manager or can be downloaded from: www.transport.wa.gov.au/imarine/coral-bay-facility.asp

The underlying principle of the Code ensures that the Coral Bay Maritime Facility (CBMF) community extends courtesy and consideration to all users of the facility.

To assist, the following rules have been agreed:

• Fishing from the jetty must not obstruct movement of vessels.

• Only commercial vessel operators are permitted to park on the island or causeway. This is restricted to loading/unloading for a maximum period of 20 minutes.

• Camping or living in vehicles is prohibited at the facility, both on the island and the trailer/car park.

Educational and informative signage has been provided to assist people to understand the correct behavioural requirements at the facility.

The months from November to April (inclusive) are the cyclonic season in the North West of WA. A Coral Bay Maritime Facility Cyclone Contingency Plan is available from the Facility Manager or from www.transport.wa.gov.au/imarine/coral-bay-facility.asp

MooringsTransport has installed four transfer moorings at the CBMF. Two moorings located immediately to the north of the commercial jetty are not available for use by recreational vessels. These are reserved for commercial operators. Two others located to the west of the CBMF are generally provided for commercial operators although some private or recreational vessel use is permitted.

The white mooring buoys are distinctive and display CT01 to CT04. Please contact the Facility Manager for further information. Fees are payable for the use of the two westerly transfer moorings.

Transport has installed a series of tender moorings on and around the CBMF. These are predominantly utilised by commercial operators and government agencies. Recreational vessels are not permitted to use the tender moorings without the explicit approval of the Facility Manager.

Entry onto island facilityBoaters are expected to rig their vessels while in the trailer/car park to reduce time spent launching on the island.

Boaters are required to stop before entering the island to allow departing vehicles and tailored vessels to leave as they have right of way.

Boat trailers with a low draw-bar may damage the top of the boat ramp surface. A reece-hitch is available for loan from the Facility Manager to reduce the risk of this type of damage.

Boaters are asked to avoid “driving” their vessels onto the trailer (ie, use the winch), particularly at low tides to reduce the chance of subsidence at the base of the concrete ramp blocks.

Once a vessel is removed from the water drivers are to immediately proceed to the de-rigging area provided at the top car park.

People should not be in a vessel being towed by a vehicle over the causeway or roads, as the practice is illegal and very dangerous.

Speed limitA 5 knot speed limit applies to all waters around the CBMF.

A 5 kph speed limit applies on the causeway and in the trailer/car park.

Fuelling recreational vesselsFuelling of vessels with inflammable fuels such as ULP is not permitted at either the trailer/car park or on the island facility.

Fuelling of recreational vessels with diesel is permitted under strict conditions. Boaters are required to seek approval from the Facility Manager to ensure the fuelling is carried out in a legally.

Fuelling of vessels is not permitted during peak periods – liaise with Facility Manager if required.

Rubbish removalLittering from boats is not permitted. All rubbish and waste is to be brought back to the facility and taken to the landfill site.

Fish cleaningFish cleaning is only permitted at the facility adjacent to the public toilets in Robinson Street in town.

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SEE RELATED PUBLICATIONS: Notice to Mariners (http://www.dpi.wa.gov.au/imarine/19082.asp), Symbols, Abbreviationsand Terms (INT 1), Tide Tables, Sailing Directions. For surveys beyond this chart refer to RAN Charts AUS 745.

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The lead markers into Yalobia Passageare sometimes difficult to see at varioustimes of the day and in hazy conditions.

, to the northof Bills Bay, is the recommendedpassage for accessing the inner reef.

Yalobia Passage should onlybe attempted by experienced skippers.

CAUTIONDuring times of heavy swell and/orlow tides YALOBIA PASSAGE breaksand becomes dangerous for navigation.

Ningaloo Marine ParkNingaloo is the largest fringing coral reef in Australia and a prime conservation area as well as one of our great nature-based tourism and recreation attractions.

The Department of Transport (DoT) is responsible for education and compliance of recreational and commercial vessels and manages the Coral Bay Maritime Facility (CBMF), which is the sole location (at Monck Head) where vessels can be launched in Coral Bay.

Ningaloo Marine Park zoningWhen enjoying the Ningaloo Marine Park please make yourself aware of the ‘zone’ you are in.

• Sanctuary zones are look but don’t take zones. No extractive activities are permitted in these zones which means no recreational or commercial fishing is allowed. Mining activities are also prohibited.

• Special purpose zones (benthic protection) are look but don’t take zones, however recreational ‘troll’ fishing is permitted.

• Special purpose zones (shore-based activities) are established alongside sanctuary zones to allow shore-based recreational fishing for finfish only (no other extractive activities are allowed).

• Recreation zones are managed for nature conservation and recreation, including recreational fishing.

• General use zones are managed for nature conservation while allowing for sustainable commercial and recreational activities.

Boating tips and remindersBoating is a great way to see and enjoy Ningaloo Marine Park. Your cooperation while boating will ensure the long term protection of the marine environment.

Please remember:• to slow down when approaching coral areas;

• to tilt the motor in shallow areas;

• to never cut across coral formations because the water depth changes with the tides (see map for surveyed passage to avoid areas of coral formations);

• to anchor on sand, never coral;

• to check that your anchor is not dragging;

• to approach marine creatures carefully and contact Parks and Wildlife in Exmouth or Coral Bay for details on interacting with marine animals such as whales, whale sharks, dugongs, turtles and dolphins;

• you can’t take your boat into the Authorised Vessels Only Area (see map) without authorisation from Parks and Wildlife. The northern and southern boundaries of this area are marked by signposts on the shore and in-water buoys mark the southern water boundary;

• to slow to the speed restriction of 5 knots in the Coral Bay Restricted Area, and always be on the lookout for divers, snorkellers and swimmers;

• to ensure boating sports are carried out well away from Bills Bay and the main entrance/exit channel;

• the boat launching facility (CBMF) is the only place where vessels can be launched in Coral Bay;

• that the discharge of any waste is not allowed in the Marine Park, with the exception of sewage discharge from a vessel in designated areas only – contact Parks and Wildlife for more information;

• that sanctuary markers, navigation aids or moorings in Bills Bay / Monck Head are not to be used as temporary moorings; and

• to avoid standing on or touching the coral while diving, swimming or snorkelling.

Reef navigationDon’t be caught. As swells or waves move in from the sea along Ningaloo Reef, they are suddenly confronted by a rapidly rising seabed, causing them to break. These waves create a potentially dangerous situation for any vessel crossing them.

An important consideration lies in the skipper’s ability to understand and interpret the conditions sensibly and objectively.

Going out:• Inch your way out to the action. Hold station as it takes

time to get your bearings and pick up the rhythm of the waves. When you see that opening - don’t hang around. Once committed though, tough it out. Never back out halfway through.

• If a big wave does rear up, get the boat’s bow up fast and hit the wave at an angle of about 10 degrees off head on with plenty of throttle. Back off the throttle when through and work out your approach to the next wave.

• Look for the lowest point of the wave and be prepared. Remember the correct angle of approach.

• Be careful when applying power in frothy waves as cavitation and loss of power may occur. If so, back off throttle until cavitation stops and reapply power gradually.

Coming in:• Know what stage the tide is at.

• Observe the reef for a while from a safe vantage point, to get your bearings.

• Study the waves and the way they are breaking.

• Ensure your boat is trimmed to run bow up and be as ready to slow down as you are to accelerate.

• All people on board should be seated low in the boat, wearing lifejackets and holding on.

• Always concentrate on keeping your boat on the back of the wave.

• Avoid surfing at all costs.

• Never get side on to the wave.

Warning — you are in a tropical cyclone region The north west of Western Australia experiences more severe cyclones than any other part of the Australian coastline and is one of the most cyclone-prone coasts anywhere in the world. The cyclone season extends from November through to April, but most coastal impacts occur in the period from January to March.

Please refer to the Coral Bay Cyclone Contingency Plan that DoT activates during cyclones which is available along with a range of other DoT cyclone plans on the web site at www.transport.wa.gov.au/imarine/coral-bay-facility.asp

Radio communication27 MHz Channels 27.88 and 27.90

VHF Channel 16 and Repeater Channels 20, 21 and 22

HF Channel 2182.

Coral Bay Volunteer Sea Search and Rescue is monitored daily from 9am to 5pm, from early April through to mid-October and over the Christmas and New Year period. Log on with VHF channel 16/80 or 27.90. Please call Coral Bay Discoveries 99425874.

Exmouth Volunteer Sea Rescue Group monitor the above marine channels between 8am - 6pm Saturday, Sunday and public holidays.

In case of any emergency, the above channels are monitored by nine base stations situated throughout the town of Exmouth.

Please be warned that the 27 MHz band is extremely difficult to pick up five kilometres from the CBMF and on the west coast of North West Cape due to Cape Range.

The installation of VHF repeater stations in this region provides excellent communications coverage.

Navigation lightsAll vessels under way during the hours of sunset to sunrise must display navigation lights appropriate to the particular size and type of vessel. For further information please visit our website or contact Transport on 13 11 56.

Diving flag Any boat with divers operating from it must always display signals by day or night to alert other boat users. The daytime signal for divers is an International Code Flag “A”. The flag must be at least 750mm long and 600mm wide.

Divers operating without a vessel, for example from a jetty, must also display the International Code Flag “A”. The flag must be at least 750mm long and 600mm wide.

Divers not operating from a vessel or jetty can display the flag from a buoy. If displayed from a buoy, the flag must not be less than 300 mm long and 200 mm wide.

The flag must be clearly visible to all vessels operating in the vicinity.

International Code Flag “A”

Vessels to keep clear

When approaching a place or another vessel displaying International Code Flag “A” or, during the hours of darkness you must:

(a) keep your vessel at least 50 metres clear of that place or vessel; or

(b) where it is not possible to keep 50 metres clear of that place or vessel —

(i) proceed at the slowest speed at which his vessel can be safely navigated; and

(ii) maintain a proper lookout for people in the water, whilst passing within 50 metres of the place or vessel displaying the flag or the appropriate signal.

Water skiingWater skiing involves being towed over water at a speed of 8 knots or more by a motor boat supported on the surface by a ski or skis, an aquaplane or other apparatus, or your feet.

It takes at least three people to go water skiing:

1. A driver of at least 17 years of age with a Recreational Skipper’s Ticket (RST)

2. An observer of at least 14 years of age

3. The person being towed by the vessel.

Vessels taking off with skiers always give way to vessels landing a skier.

Beach take off and landings are only permitted in the designated take off and landing areas.

Skiing is only permitted between the hours of sunrise to sunset, unless otherwise indicated.

Personal water craftTo operate a personal water craft (PWC) at a speed greater than 8 knots you must be at least 16 years of age and hold an RST.

Every person on board a PWC must wear a lifejacket at all times and at times carry safety equipment:

• Within 400 metres of the shore – lifejacket Level 150, 100 or 50/50s

• Between 400 metres and 2n mile from shore – lifejacket Level 100 or 150 only and an in date inshore distress flare kit

• Between 2 and 5n mile – lifejacket Level 100 or 150 only and an in date inshore distress flare kit and emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB).

Freestyling and wake jumping is prohibited:

• within any speed restricted area;

• within 30 metres of another PWC;

• within 50 metres of another vessel or person in the water.

PWC may operate when towing a water skier. When towing a water skier all vessels are required to carry an observer of at least 14 years of age. Observers must also wear a lifejacket.

PWC not engaged in water skiing must at all times remain well clear of the take off and landing area and any vessels engaged in water skiing.

Vessel registrationInterstate ticket and boat registration

Any skipper operating a recreational vessel, powered by a motor greater than 6hp must hold a WA Recreational Skipper’s Ticket (RST) or interstate or overseas equivalent.

If you hold a valid/current interstate ticket, recognised by DoT and you enter, as a visitor or with the intention of permanently residing in the State, you have three months to have the qualification recognised.

If your boat is registered in another State, you have three months after bringing it into WA to register it in this State (recreational boats brought in from NT have only 30 days).

Recreational Boating in the Ningaloo Marine Park

Notice to MarinersBefore undertaking any boating activities please check the Department’s chart updates and Temporary Notices to Mariners list.These can be accessed via the website www.transport.wa.gov.au/imarine/notices-to-mariners.asp

Notice to MarinersProceed with caution in this area due to submerged pylons.

Remember toLOG ON

LOG OFF!Everytrip

VHF Ch 16 ......................................Distress & callingRadio Ch 67 ........................................Safety & emergency 72, 73, 77 ......................... * Recreational & working

VHF Repeaters 21, 22, 80, 81, 82 ..... * Recreational & working

27 MHz Ch 88 ......................................Distress & callingRadio Ch 86 ........................................Safety & emergency 90, 91, 94, 96 ............... * Recreational & working

* Contact VMR groups for local information.www.dfes.wa.gov.au/contactus/pages/volunteermarinerescueservices.aspx

Flares must be in date

EPIRBs must be in date

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