“The study will update and accurately quantify the number and type of vessels currently stored in NSW, and forecast future trends in storage demand and types,” Mr Tripodi said.
Ports and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi said the 28-page full-colour Sydney’s Aquatic Events – A Boater’s Guide, will be distributed free of charge.
The price freeze applies to membership fees for the coming year and exhibitor fees for the 2009 Melbourne Boat Show in July
New Zealand’s most popular boat show will also again be supported by some of New Zealand’s leading marine and media companies.
Membership to the new body will be invited from the three existing organisations: Australian Volunteer Coast Guard, Royal Australian Coastal Patrol and Volunteer Rescue Association.
“The annual operating cost for the Coastal Patrol alone is around $3 million. In the past, we have received only around 10% of our costs from the state government,” said Commodore Phillipson.
Mr Tripodi said the new boat-share guidelines are based on the key principle that boat-share vessels must be exclusively used by their owners for recreational purposes.
Skippers who ask for Offshore Tracking have an obligation to make Position Reports as they have nominated and to advise amended ETA or any changes in plan.
“Riviera is without doubt one of Australia’s few truly prestige brands,” according to the CEO of Queensland Leaders, James Paulsen.