Two serious boating accidents over two days in Port Stephens have prompted an urgent reminder by Maritime Safety Authorities of the importance of wearing lifejackets. NSW Maritime Acting Manager Boating Safety and Regional Operations Craig Whitmore reported that an 84-year-old man was pulled from the water unconscious after he had set out in his tender (small… Continue Reading
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SOS delivers purpose built flood relief lifejackets to State Emergency Services
Australian manufacturer, SOS Marine has delivered 2000 life jackets to the New South Wales (NSW) State Emergency Services (SES) to be used in Flood Relief Operations. SOS Marine has worked with the NSW SES for the past two years on design and development of these purpose designed lifejackets. Continue Reading
Wiggles singer, Greg Page, talks of his love for EVIE – a Wear It Australia exclusive interview
Bill Edgar Greg Page Greg Page might look good in his trademark yellow skivvie but he looks even better in a black rashie. Greg partnered with EVIE (Emergency Vest Inflatable Equipment) creator Bill Edgar twelve months ago to promote wearing the EVIE inflatable rashie – not just to children but also their parents and anyone who… Continue Reading
Rock Fishing Can Be Dangerous – Check The Weather Before You Go!
Surf Life Saving Australia and the Australian Bureau of Meteorology have combined forces with a campaign aimed at promoting marine weather forecasting information for rock fishers so they can make informed decisions and avoid unnecessary risks. Bureau of Meteorology National Manager for Marine Weather Services, Neal Moodie, says “rock fishing is popular in coastal areas,… Continue Reading
Make Passenger Safety Briefings Part Of Your Predeparture Routine.
This article below from our friends in the U.S.A.is as relevant to us here in Australia as it is to them. A few months ago a radio call from a passenger on a yacht in Queensland’s Moreton Bay was broad-casted because the skipper had fallen overboard, and when asked by the local Coast Guard radio operator “what… Continue Reading
Three Coastal Bar Crossing Incidents During Nine Day Period
The Brunswick River coastal bar came under the spotlight during Operation Blue Water with three bar crossing incidents occurring during the nine-day campaign. Roads and Maritime Services Acting General Manager Maritime Operations Trevor Williams said Operation Blue Water, focusing on offshore boating safety, finished at dusk on Sunday after kicking off on 11 February. It… Continue Reading
Who said lifejackets are hard to wear?
Just take a look at the legend that surrounds Henry Freeman seen here in the photo. A lifejacket similar to the one he wore which saved his life was proudly exhibited at the offices of the Whitby Gazette. He was to become a famous Lifeboatman. But just then he was merely a young man who… Continue Reading
Stormy Grenade thrown to save lives at sea.
The recipients of a National Search and Rescue Award, Bob Kent and David Dodge from Esperance, Western Australia were presented the award as part of the 34th Annual Meeting of the National Search and Rescue (SAR) Council. The Council is chaired by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority’s (AMSA ) General Manager Emergency Response Division, and… Continue Reading
Boating safety equipment saves kayaker!
EPIRB – Where & Who You Are. A Sydney kayaker who was rescued on Wednesday 11 January 2012 clinging to his kayak in rough seas off Cronulla Australia, almost certainly saved his life by ensuring he was wearing and carrying the appropriate safety gear, NSW Maritime Acting General Manager Maritime Operations Trevor Williams said. Mr Williams… Continue Reading
Safety warning to Jet Skiers
Raise the alarm if something goes wrong! Transport Safety Victoria (TSV) is urging Victorian jet skiers to be prepared, ensure they carry the right safety equipment and know how to raise the alarm if something goes wrong. This reminder follows the recent incident involving a 29-year-old man who spent a night drifting at sea while… Continue Reading
