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Proposed Reduction of Aluminium Welding Fumes

2025-02-28 12:01:45

Opposition to Proposed Reduction of Aluminium (Welding Fumes) WES to 1mg/m³

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Maritime Industry 2024 Workforce Plan

2024-04-08 10:25:28

BIA has provided a response in relation to the Jobs and Skills Councils – Industry Skills Australia – Maritime Industry 2024 Workforce Plan.

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Scarborough Boat Harbour Master Plan

2024-03-12 10:28:17

BIA has provided comments on the Scarborough Boat Harbour Master Plan.

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SA Recreational Boating Safety Strategy

2024-01-12 11:52:04

BIA has provided input into South Australia’s inaugural Recreational Boating Safety Strategy.

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Support for upgrade to Port Pirie Fisherman’s Jetty

2024-01-12 11:20:41

BIA CEO Andrew Scott has written to Port Pirie Regional Council in support of their bid to secure a financial contribution from the Federal Government to replace the existing derelict Port Pirie Fisherman’s jetty with a much-improved facility.

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BIA supports Mid Murray Council’s federal grant application

2024-01-12 11:06:43

BIA has thrown its support behind Mid Murray Council’s grant application to the Federal Government for disaster recovery assistance relating to the South Australian floods.

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Ermington boat ramp – stage 2 amendments consultation

2023-09-04 09:24:15

BIA has made the following submission in response to the Stage 2 amendments for the Parramatta Light Rail Project and its impact on Boating Access to the Parramatta River and Sydney Harbour.

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Non-Road Diesel Engines: Noxious Emission Standards

2023-07-21 11:41:17

BIA submission in response to the Federal Government paper titled: Non-Road Diesel Engines: Noxious Emission Standards – Impact Analysis – May 2023

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Electrical Safety Act 2002 review

2023-06-28 11:13:51

BIA is concerned about the direction the department is taking with its Discussion Paper for the Electrical Safety Act 2002 review and have written to them outlining our concerns.

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Sustainable fishing in Tasmania

2023-05-26 22:34:40

BIA has made a submission in response to the call for comments on the proposed management of the Scalefish Fishery in Tasmania.

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Lead in marine paints

2023-05-17 22:36:15

BIA has made a submission on the proposed amendments to the Poisons Standard regarding lead in antifouling paints.

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Federal Marine Pest Surveillance Strategy

2023-04-21 22:37:44

BIA and MIA have made a joint submission to the Federal Marine Pest Surveillance Strategy

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Draft Policy on Fish Aggregating Devices and Artificial Reef

2023-04-13 22:39:12

The Australian Fishing Trade Association (AFTA), the Game Fishing Association of Australia (GFAA) and Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) have made a joint submission on the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park (GBRMP) “Fish Aggregating Devices and Artificial Reefs” Draft Policy.

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Ban on boat-based fishing for snapper in South Australia

2023-01-31 22:40:05

BIA has written to the South Australian Government regarding the extended ban on boat-based fishing for snapper.

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2023 Review of the Marine Safety Regulation (2016)

2023-01-27 22:44:07

BIA has made a submission to Transport for NSW regarding their review of the Marine Safety Regulation (2016).

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End of Life Vessels Discussion Paper 2022-23 (NSW)

2023-01-27 22:41:04

Transport for NSW called for submissions in response to their discussion paper regarding End of Life Vessels. BIA has made the following submission.

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Vessel waterways management for the Noosa River

2023-01-20 22:48:00

BIA has made a submision on the proposed changes to vessel waterways management for the Noosa River.

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Lifejackets and Safety Lanyards

2022-12-23 22:53:26

Maritime Safety Queensland are considering changes to the rules for wearing lifejackets and cut-off switch safety lanyards in Queensland, BIA has made a submision in response to this consulatation.

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Backing Queensland Maritime Jobs Initiative (BQMJI)

2022-12-23 22:50:43

BIA is seeking grant support under this initiative to enable the BIA to accelerate its support for career pathways into the marine industry. This will not only see creation of marine jobs and training opportunities in Queensland but assist in long-term support for career pathways as well as economic growth in the marine sector.

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Ermington Boat Ramp and EIS Consultation

2022-12-16 22:54:32

BIS has made a submission in response to the EIS for the Parramatta Light Rail Project, a project which impacts botaing access to the Parramatta River and Sydney Harbour.

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Toondah Harbour PDA Environmental Impact Study

2022-12-05 22:55:34

BIA has made a submisssion in response to the Draft EIS and has also forwarded that submission directly to the Federal Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

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MSQ Demand Study

2022-12-02 22:56:35

The Maritime Assets and Infrastructure Unit, Maritime Safety Queensland is coordinating a Demand Study relating to recreational boating. The study is expected to help inform strategies, policies and programs in support of infrastructure for boating. BIA has made the following submission.

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Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and Environment Plan of Management

2022-11-22 22:57:36

BIA has submitted a response to National Parks and Wildlife Service’s draft plan of management for Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park and Lion, Long and Spectacle Islands Nature Reserves

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Flooding impacts on pontoons and marine infrastructure

2022-08-24 22:58:45

BIA has delivered this submission to Maritime Safety Queensland regarding issues related to flood impact on marine infrastructure.

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Briefing for Minister for Infrastructure and Transport

2022-06-30 22:59:46

BIA provided this brief to the South Australian Minister responsible for boating ahead of the BIA’s first in-person meeting with him since the election on 1 July in Adelaide.

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The Rural City of Murray Bridge – Draft Annual Business Plan & Budget 2022-2023

2022-05-30 23:00:42

Download BIA’s submission to The Rural City of Murray Bridge’s Draft Annual Business Plan & Budget 2022-2023, with a focus on houseboat moorings.

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BIA Seeks Bipartisan Support for Boating

2022-04-25 23:01:52

BIA advocated to the Leader of the Opposition in support of boating, the boating industry and the boating lifestyle. This follows a pledge from the Prime Minister on 23 April to invest, if re-elected, an additional $20m into 100 new projects across Australia’s coastal and regional communities to extend facilities including boat ramps, jetties, cleaning stations and disability-accessible toilet blocks.

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Proposed amendments to the Protection of the Environment Operations (General) Regulation 2022

2022-04-14 23:03:16

BIA delivered a submission to the EPA in NSW on the draft Protection of the Environment Operations (General) Regulation 2022. Main themes were to advocate in support of marinas, boat yards and repair and service facilities whilst advocating against red tape, the regulatory burden for industry and a proposed cost recovery model.

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Federal Election Commitment to Boating and Fishing

2022-04-04 23:06:09

BIA worked in a collaboration, ahead of the coming Federal election, with other marine related non-government organisations to call for commitment to boating and for stability regarding Australia’s marine parks. The letter (link below) is an example of what was sent to a wider target of MP, including the Prime Minister, and candidates.

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Review of Australia’s Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety Legislation – BIA’s Policy Guide on Peer to peer boating

2022-03-30 23:09:30

BIA has made a submission to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority in response to their announcement of an Independent Review of Australia’s Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety Legislation and associated Costs and Charging Arrangements.

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Review of Australia’s Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety Legislation – Submission

2022-03-30 23:09:28

BIA has made a submission to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority in response to their announcement of an Independent Review of Australia’s Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety Legislation and associated Costs and Charging Arrangements.

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Review of Australia’s Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety Legislation – ICOMIA’s Guidance Note

2022-03-20 23:09:29

BIA has made a submission to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority in response to their announcement of an Independent Review of Australia’s Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety Legislation and associated Costs and Charging Arrangements.

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Noosa River Speed Limits

2022-03-16 23:14:42

BIA has made a submission to Maritime Safety Queensland on the proposed new speed limits for the lower reaches of the Noosa River.

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Letters to SA Opposition Leader

2022-03-04 23:17:07

BIA wrote to both the Premier and Opposition Leader in South Australia to advocate for the boating industry ahead of the State election.

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Letters to SA Premier

2022-03-04 23:15:46

BIA wrote to both the Premier and Opposition Leader in South Australia to advocate for the boating industry ahead of the State election.

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Review of Ports and Maritime Administration Act 1995

2022-03-03 23:18:33

BIA delivered a submission to the review of the Ports and Maritime Administration Act 1995 which covers significant issues for boating in NSW such as:

  • Maritime Advisory Council;
  • Waterways Fund;
  • Moorings; and
  • Marine Safety Functions.

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ABP Concerns

2022-02-17 23:31:31

BIA informed the Chair of the Australian Recreational Boating Safety Committee (national group of maritime regulators) of serious concerns with the regulatory framework supporting the Australian Builders Plate.

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Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games

2022-02-10 23:32:32

BIA has advocated to the Premier QLD and Minister for the Olympics regarding the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, encouraging the government to seize the opportunity for Olympic legacy infrastructure for boating.

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New Minister for Transport in NSW

2022-02-05 23:33:24

BIA has welcomed the new Minister for Transport and reinforced a number of the priority issues for industry in NSW.

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Marine Order 505 Final Consultation

2021-11-12 23:34:21

The BIA has delivered a submission to the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) regarding Marine Order 505 and Coxswain 3.

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Commercial Vessels/ Noise

2021-11-02 23:35:27

Code of Conduct – Commercial vessels using amplified sound systems on Sydney Harbour. Transport for NSW is reviewing the Code which was originally drafted circa 2008. Whilst the review timing at the start of the boating season is less than ideal, BIA supports a review to ensure the Code remains relevant and appropriate.

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Scarborough Boat Harbour – have your say

2021-10-24 23:36:30

BIA lodged a submission in response to a State Government request for feedback on future plans for Scarborough Boat Harbour, Qld. This is an early feedback stage in a longer master planning process to go well into 2022.

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Changes to board and CEO positions at the Gold Coast Waterways Authority

2021-10-01 23:37:33

BIA has written to Queensland’s Minister for Main Roads, Road Safety and Ports regarding upcoming changes to board and CEO positions at the Gold Coast Waterways Authority.

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Maritime Safety Plan 2026

2021-09-24 23:38:42

BIA has lodged a submission to Transport for NSW regarding the Draft Maritime Safety Plan 2026.

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Kiama Harbour Revitalisation

2021-09-10 23:43:10

BIA submits there is a need to think outside of local needs and consider the wider connectivity and benefit to the current and future boating public needs; particularly as this revitalisation is to set the benchmark for all remaining regional port revitalisations in NSW.

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Ermington Boat Ramp

2021-09-10 23:41:10

BIA met with Thompson Clarke Shipping (TCS) who have been engaged by TfNSW to conduct a survey of vessels using Parramatta River as they are considering a bridge between Archer Point and Ermington for the Parramatta Light Rail. BIA has presented the following submission to TCS.

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Benefits of boating as an antidote to the pandemic blues

2021-09-10 23:39:59

BIA has written to dozens of members of Federal and State members of parliament, including Premiers and Ministers, and key stakeholders in government departments to say it is imperative that boating be included in any initial easing of current and any future restrictions in jurisdictions across Australia. A similar statement has gone to the media.

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Impoundment Act Review 2021

2021-07-09 23:44:12

BIA has lodged a submission to The Office of Local Government (OLG) in response to the Impounding Act Review.

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