Mooring Etiquette
Rottnest Island
Here are some simple rules to follow ensure the protection of the mooring apparatus for all of us to enjoy. “Treat it as if you own it”
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Resources
Welcome to Garden Island
Garden Island
Garden Island (HMAS Stirling) is controlled by the Dept. of Defence, there is limited public access from sunrise to sunset to the island.
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Life Jacket Care
Crewsaver lifejacket self-care and maintenance
10 steps – an easy to follow guide. Look after your lifejacket so it can look after you!
Media Links
Dept. of Transport – DoT
- Dept. of Transport Marine – DoT Marine website
- About Lifejackets – lifejacket requirements
- Notices to Mariners & Navigational Warnings – current notices
- Marine news and events – DoT marine news
- Boating Community – Boating Communities newsletter
- Download a Nautical chart – nautical charts
- Find a Boat Ramp – boat ramp locator
The boating guides have been developed for popular boating locations and contain local marine safety information including boating hazards, facilities, speed restricted areas, water-ski, PWC and closed water areas.
- Link to DoT Boating Guides page – DoT Boating Guides
Dept of Fisheries
- Dept of Fisheries – Fisheries website
- Sharksmart – latest shark activity
Recreational fishing rules
Changes to the recreational fishing rules in WA to come into effect from 1 February 2023.
- Fishing Rules – recreational fishing rules
- recfishwest – Recfishwest website · Recfishwest news page
Marine Insurance Rebate
When you insure using BoatingWA as your preferred broker on your policy, prior to or at the time of your insurance renewal, nominate BoatingWA and receive two thirds of your association's commission.
Insurance rebate payments transition to EFT
If you have chosen BoatingWA as preferred broker to receive your insurance rebate, we encourage you to provide your bank details.
Boating Western Australia insurance rebates are now paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT), directly into your bank account when you are due to receive your rebate.
Why the change? Like many other organisations, Boating Western Australia has replaced cheque payments with EFT. Benefits include:
- Secure payment method
- Quick and instantaneous payments
- Better transparency and tracking of transactions
What do you need to do? You will receive an email or letter in the post at the time of your insurance rebate payment. Your bank details will be kept confidential and secure (see our Privacy Policy).
Already provided your information? Thank you – we have updated your account and you will now receive your future insurance rebates via EFT.
Any questions? Email secretary@boatingwa.com.au or call 08 9335 3296. For more information on EFT, please contact your local bank.
Boating is Back
Boating is back – as long as we are all Covid careful!
Recreational boating advice – COVID-19
We know you love to get out on the water. If you're one of the State's 100,000 recreational boat owners, or simply enjoy the State's waterways using other craft, find out what you need to know from the frequently asked questions below.
Can I go boating? Yes, recreational boating is allowed throughout WA without passenger limits (other than the loading capacity of a vessel). When boating, don't forget to maintain good personal hygiene, including using hand sanitiser where there is contact with shared surfaces. Safety should be your priority, so remember to tell someone where you are going, check the weather conditions and wear a lifejacket. Get the Deckee boating app for up to date information about boating throughout WA.
Can I go kiteboarding, windsurfing, kayaking or take out my paddle craft? Yes, kiteboarding, windsurfing, kayaking and paddling are allowed.
If I go out boating, what do I need to remember? To keep yourself and others safe, always maintain physical distancing where possible. It's also important to tell someone where you are going, check the weather conditions and always wear a lifejacket.
Should I do anything different at the launch ramp? Be courteous at the ramp and maintain good personal hygiene at all times, including using hand sanitiser where there is contact with shared surfaces.
What are the rules for charter boats? On commercial vessels, including fishing charters and tourism vessels, and boats used for transport (e.g. ferries), everyone should maintain physical distancing where possible and practise good personal hygiene.
Do regional travel restrictions apply to boats? No regional travel restrictions are currently in place. Visit WA.gov.au for the latest updates.
Can I go to Rottnest Island in my boat? Yes, recreational boating at Rottnest Island and its surrounding waters is not currently restricted. Visit the Rottnest Island website for more information.
Are DoT maritime facilities open? Yes. Practise good personal hygiene and use the SafeWA app or enter your contact details on the visitor register.
Translating and interpreting. Translation and interpreter services are available for DoT customers. For information about COVID in languages other than English, visit COVID-19 coronavirus: Advice in other languages.
If you have any questions, go to DoT recreational boating advice.
Best regards and safe boating,
Boating Western Australia (Inc)
Boost Safety
Changes to boost safety on the Swan Canning Riverpark
A reduced speed limit on Perth Water near Elizabeth Quay, realignment and renaming of the water sports area at South Perth and a permanent 5 knot area near the Matagarup Bridge have been introduced to improve on-water safety and enjoyment of the Swan Canning Riverpark.
Department of Transport (DoT) Director Waterways Management Chris Mather said the changes, now formally gazetted as law, would allow users to safely share some of the busiest parts of the iconic riverpark.
“An updated edition of the Department's free Swan Canning Riverpark Boating Guide is now available to help skippers and other users learn more about the changes and adjust their behaviour,” Mr Mather said.
The changes include:
- Introducing an 8 knot speed limit between the Narrows Bridge and Barrack Square to align with the limit on Perth Water and reduce wash through the courtesy mooring area.
- Realigning, increasing and renaming the commercial water sports area within Perth Water to better meet growing demand for activities, while a new 50 metre buffer along the foreshore at South Perth will provide safe passage for passive activities including paddle craft.
- Permanent implementation of a 5 knot speed area between Point Fraser and Windan Bridge following the construction of the Matagarup Bridge, to reduce wash and wake impacting the riverbank, rowers and water skiers, and improve navigational safety.
Mr Mather said the changes had been included in the Perth Water Buneenboro Locality Plan recently completed by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA). The plan included a review of on-water arrangements from the Narrows Bridge up to the Windan Bridge, including the South Perth foreshore.
The Swan Canning Riverpark Boating Guide contains information about aquatic activity boundaries. Visit www.transport.wa.gov.au/boatingguides or request a copy by contacting DoT on 13 11 56.