News – Boating WA

Prosecution supports demersal recovery

Bwa_t6060 October 6, 2026 No Comments

Two unlicensed recreational boat fishers have been fined more than $7600 and ordered to forfeit equipment used in illegal fishing activities, including a boat, trailer and fishing rods. The men…

Lifejacket Checker created to boost on-water safety

Bwa_t6060 September 15, 2026 No Comments

Boat owners and water users now have access to a new digital tool to help them choose the correct lifejacket for their boating or recreational activities. The Department of Transport…

New demersal rules and $50 tackle rebate announced

Bwa_t6060 August 20, 2026 No Comments

$50 Bonus from the Govt to help offset the hurt of demersal limits. Details on how to claim your refund included in the Attachment to this memo (From the Minister)…

Rottnest Island – have your say!

Bwa_t6060 July 10, 2026 No Comments

Could it be any better? BoatingWA has established a regular meeting with Rottnest Island CEO to investigate issues and facilities. To make Rottnest more enjoyable for boaters We want your…

New FishCatchWA™ tool is here!

Bwa_t6060 December 10, 2023 No Comments

FishCatchWA™ tool can be used to record your demersal catch in the West Coast bioregion. The West Coast demersal season reopens on 16 December, and to record your catch we’ve…

On-water drug and alcohol testing to be introduced in WA

Bwa_t6060 October 5, 2023 No Comments

New on-water drug and alcohol testing laws introduced to State Parliament Laws mirror the State’s road laws for drug and alcohol testing Safety initiative to deliver a consistent message to…

Recreational vessel safety equipment requirements have changed

Bwa_t6060 August 15, 2023 No Comments

Following a five-year review of safety equipment requirements in WA, stronger, simpler laws are being introduced to keep people safe on the water. Read More → Safety Equipment Requirements →…

Deckee: the WA recreational boating app

Bwa_t6060 January 20, 2023 No Comments

We would like to share some very exciting news on the latest Maritime safety initiative. The Department of Transport Maritime and the popular Deckee boating app have been working in…

Recreational boat owners invited to share moorings

Bwa_t6060 July 4, 2022 No Comments

The State’s 100,000 registered recreational boat owners can now apply to be part of the new Shared Use Mooring System (SUMS), which offers casual, short-term access to moorings in some…

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