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MARINE andSAFETY
MARINE andSAFETY
A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 0 4 - 2 0 0 5
M A R I N E a n d S A F E T Y TA SMAN I A
MARINE andSAFETY
Chairman’s Letter
Annual Report 2004-05 1
27 September 2005
Hon Bryan Green
Minister for Infrastructure, Energy and Resources
Parliament House
HOBART TAS 7000
Dear Minister
In accordance with Section 28 of the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997 I am pleased to submit for your information and
presentation to Parliament the Annual Report of the Authority for the year ended 30 June 2005.
In accordance with Section 28(3) of the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997, copies of the Annual Report have also been
provided to the Treasurer and the Auditor-General.
The Statement of Accounts and Certifi cate of the Auditor-General are included.
Simon FitzGerald
Chairman
2 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Strategic Priorities
2 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Index
Chairman’s Letter 1
Overview of MAST including organisational chart 3
Chairman’s Report 4
CEO’s Report 5
Board Members 6
Corporate Plan 2005-08 7
Report on Strategic Priorities 2004-05 14
Supplementary information
- Freedom of Information 22
- Public Interest Disclosure 22
- Legislation Changes 22
- Committees 23
Incident Report 24
Financial Statements 26
Level 1, 7-9 Franklin Wharf, Hobart • GPO BOX 607, Hobart 7001, Tasmania, Australia
Telephone: (03) 6233 8801 • Facsimile (03) 6233 5662
Internet: www.mast.tas.gov.au • Email: [email protected]
ABN 65 826 980 806
Annual Report 2004-05 3 Annual Report 2004-05 3
Overview of MAST
Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST) is a statutory authority that was established on 30 July 1997 to manage functions relating
to the safe operation of all recreational boats and commercial vessels up to 500 tonnes, or 35 metres in length, in Tasmania.
Two of the primary roles of the Authority are to ensure the safe operation of vessels in all Tasmanian waters and to manage its
marine facilities. MAST has taken over the regulatory and safety functions performed by the former Marine Boards including the
registration of vessels, licensing of motor boat operators and the management of moorings.
The third role - which is to manage environmental issues relating to the operation of vessels – is specifi cally aimed at ensuring
commercial vessels comply with the Pollution of Waters by Oil and Noxious Substances Act 1987. The general management of
environmental issues is governed by the Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act 1994 which is managed by the
Department of Primary Industries, Water and Environment (DPIWE). MAST has no control over planning matters. This is governed by
the Land Use Planning Approvals Act 1994 managed by local government and DPIWE.
A large number of marine facilities have been transferred to MAST including jetties, boat ramps and navigation aids previously
owned by the Department of Transport and the Marine Boards. The Marine Boards have divested themselves of all boat ramps and
jetties and all the navigation aids that are outside their immediate port areas or are not part of their core commercial activities.
MAST is managed by a board appointed by the Minister for Infrastructure, Energy and Resources, which represents the various
sectors of the boating community and at the same time is drawn from all parts of the State. MAST delivers its programs as set out in
its Strategic Plan with an organisational structure which includes four branches as outlined in the following chart.
Organisational Chart
Colin FinchCEO
Robyn FroudCEO Secretary
(part-time)
Marita BradshawCEO Secretary
(part-time)
Bill BattAdministration
Peter HopkinsRecreational Boating
Gwyn AlwayVessel Standards
and Survey
Trevor FaustOperations and
Facilities
Susan PetersonManager – Projects
(part-time)
Justin FosterRecreational Boating
Safety Offi cer
Peter KeyesManager Certifi cation
of New Vessels
Julie WoolleyFacilities Project Offi cer
Gordon GoudieManager Certifi cates of
Competency
Joan EnfantieAdmin Assistant
Jim Caulfi eldFacilities Project Offi cer
Carole HawkesSurvey Clerk
Julie WellsAdmin Assistant
(part-time)
Genia Caulfi eldCert. CompetencyAssessment Offi cer
(part-time)
Marilyn PerceyAdmin Assistant
(part-time)
Col AndrewsPort Manager –
St Helens
Michael HunnNaval Architect
(casual)
Lyn SimmonsAdmin Assistant
(casual)
Peter GibsonN/W Safety Offi cer
(casual)
Sam WebbSurveyor(casual)
Peter RyanN/E Safety Offi cer
(casual)
Peter HarrisSurveyor(casual)
4 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Chairman’s Report
In its eighth year of operation MAST continues to make
further improvements in its services to both commercial and
recreational boating.
2004 saw the fi nalisation of the safety management
program on commercial passenger carrying vessels. The
program which was begun in 2002 has seen improvements to
vessels and their equipment, improved staff training and the
implementation of an audited safety management system on
all passenger carrying commercial vessels. When this program
is completed in late 2005 it will have seen a major lift in safety
standards on Tasmanian passenger vessels.
This is a signifi cant achievement and means that Tasmania
has the highest standards for passenger vessel safety in
Australia. The speedy introduction of safety management
systems, enhanced crew training and lifesaving equipment
has only been possible with the enthusiastic cooperation of
operators, masters and crew. MAST would like to thank the
industry for their hard work in introducing these measures.
MAST developed a strategic asset management database
that was used to advise Government on MAST’s forward capital
program. This year MAST intends to rebuild the Opossum Bay
jetty, rebuild a further section of the Dover jetty and replace the
Deepwater jetty at Triabunna. The contribution by Government
to MAST from the Consolidated Fund more than doubled
this year to $1.126 million. Included in this is an allocation of
$100,000 to fund dredging at St Helens and Denison Canal.
This allocation has been augmented by a further $100,000
at year end. MAST acknowledges the assistance provided by
Government to fund the Strategic Asset Management Plan
developed by MAST.
The high level of construction work in the community and
the dramatic increase in the cost of steel and other building
materials has lead to an escalation of building and construction
costs. MAST benefi ted from low construction costs in its
early years but the current high level of construction costs
poses a potential threat to MAST’s long term facilities asset
management plan.
MAST is trying to set a high standard in the design of its
facilities so that they will meet the current and future needs
of both commercial and recreational users. By working closely
with Council and local community groups MAST aims to ensure
better facilities. The new alignment of the jetty at Opossum
Bay will improve access to the water from the adjoining boat
ramp and allow for an improved turning circle for boat trailers.
Similarly the recent upgrades to the boat ramp and pontoon at
Inspection Head will make boating safer and more enjoyable.
Providing services and facilities for recreational boaters
continues to be an important part of MAST’s activities.
The Board has been keen to undertake a few larger projects
to address demand for boating facilities at popular locations.
Major upgrades to the boat ramps at Kelso, Low Head,
Great Lake, and a walkway and ramp at Triabunna will make
boating easier and more enjoyable at these popular locations.
This program of facility upgrades is continuing with the Board
agreeing to look at the concept for a new ramp at Port Sorell
in the coming year.
As ever the Board and staff of MAST have made a major
contribution to its ongoing success. I would like to thank them
for their enthusiasm and dedication in addressing the wide
range of challenges faced by the organisation.
Simon FitzGerald, Chairman
Annual Report 2004-05 5
The primary achievement during the year was the
implementation of safety management on commercial vessels
that carry passengers. This involved the preparation and audit
of safety management plans, upgrading of safety equipment
and greater training of staff. By year end over half the fl eet
had had their safety plans audited, all larger vessels had fi tted
open reversible liferafts in place of carley fl oats and all crew
had current fi rst aid certifi cates and had completed elements of
shipboard safety.
It is intended that those vessels that are still to undergo
audit will do so by the end of 2005. This represents the
culmination of an ambitious three year program to improve
safety standards on commercial passenger carrying vessels.
I have to thank all the operators in this fast growing industry
for their cooperation in these initiatives.
Tasmania continues to implement the new National
Standard for Commercial Vessels. This year MAST introduced
the new standard for safety equipment on commercial
vessels. This required the phase out of dinghies as acceptable
safety equipment on sea going fi shing vessels. It also saw the
replacement of carley fl oats (or buoyant appliances) on vessels
carrying 12 passengers or more. These measures have caused
industry additional costs but have signifi cantly improved the
level of safety. The cooperation of industry in implementing
these measures is greatly appreciated by MAST.
Seatime has always been a contentious issue and industry
has long queried the relevance of extended time at sea to
marine safety. At a national level MAST has worked through
the National Marine Safety Committee to agree with industry
new arrangements for training at sea. The introduction of
ROPES (record of professional experience and service) has
allowed new entrants to the industry to gain their certifi cate
of competency with half the sea time previously required.
Applicants are required to show that they have completed a
range of set competencies while at sea and on land.
The additional funds available to MAST, following the
introduction of recurrent motor boat licence fees have enabled
the ongoing upgrade of facilities and services. MAST has built
more recreational facilities to benefi t both inland and saltwater
fi shermen. It also upgraded navigation aids in the Derwent and
Huon and improved marine radio communications in the north
of the State with a repeater VHF station on Three Hummock
Island. MAST also published a waterways guide for the East
Coast which has proved to be very popular. MAST is currently
developing a guide for the North and West Coast which is
intended to be completed by the end of 2005.
Many recreational boaters have commented to us that
a level of practical experience should be a prerequisite for
obtaining a motor boat licence. Past practice has been to only
require novice boaters to pass a written test on the rules of
boating. In November 2004 MAST revised the requirements
for novice boaters to ensure that some practical experience
was gained prior to obtaining their licence. Novice boaters are
given the choice of either completing 20 hours on the water
recorded in a log book, or of undertaking a course of tuition
from an accredited provider. These new arrangements have
been working smoothly since their introduction
Last year the Government asked MAST to develop a
strategy to deal with derelict vessels. A number of commercial
vessels and a few recreational boats have been left to
deteriorate by their owners to the point where they are an
eyesore and, in some cases, are a potential environmental
nuisance. MAST has presented a series of proposals to
Government to deal with these vessels and amendments are
currently being drafted to the Marine and Safety Authority Act
and its regulations to address this issue.
In 2004 MAST received funding to dredge the barway at
Georges Bay, St Helens, and the south western approaches to
the Denison Canal. In both locations there are marine farms
and MAST in conjunction with DPIWE carried out extensive
environmental investigations. Dredging at both locations is
expected to be completed by the end of 2005.
Once again, our staff worked hard throughout the year
to develop and implement a range of programs and initiatives
to make boating better for both recreational and commercial
vessel owners. By working with the commercial industry and
with recreational boaters, MAST has been able to improve
safety. We greatly appreciate the assistance we have received
during the year from both organisations and individuals across
the spectrum of boating.
Chief Executive Officer’s Report
Colin Finch, CEO
6 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Board Members
THE MAST BOARD MEMBERS ARE:
Simon FitzGerald – Chairman
Mr FitzGerald is a former Master Warden of the Marine
Board of Hobart, a Tasmanian member of the Australian Ports
Association, and has been extensively involved with the Port
reform process.
Michael Stevens
Mr Stevens is a publisher and publishes Tasmanian Fishing and
Boating News, plus other fi shing publications and books.
He has served on the Inland Fisheries Advisory Council, Marine
Recreational Fishery Council and is a trustee of the Fish Habitat
Improvement Fund. He has an engineering background and
worked at The Examiner for 11 years.
Robert Cassidy
Mr Cassidy is the Director of Tamar River Cruises and was
previously with Glasgow Engineering. He comes from a family
of boaters and is a former Marine Engineer.
Lia Morris
Mrs Morris is the State Manager of Walker Corp and is a keen
recreational boater.
Mrs Morris is a qualifi ed planner holding a Masters in Town
Planning and has over 15 years experience in the building
and construction sector. Mrs Morris has served on public and
private sector boards and was an inaugural member of the
Resource Planning & Development Commission that oversees
Tasmania’s planning system and assesses public land use issues
and projects of State signifi cance.
Stuart Richey AM
Mr Richey is the Managing Director of Richey Fishing Company
Pty Ltd. Mr Richey has been a representative on numerous
industry associations, Councils and committees, and is currently
a board member on the Industry Advisory Panel to National
Marine Safety Committee.
Lesley Blyth
Ms Blyth is the Practice Manager at Hopkins Street Clinic.
Ms Blyth is a member of the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania
and has sailed for approximately 25 years. She has also been a
volunteer radio operator with the RYCT.
Back left to right: Colin Finch, Michael Stevens, Lia MorrisFront left to right: Stuart Richey, Lesley Blyth, Robert Cassidy, Simon FitzGerald
Annual Report 2004-05 7
Corporate Plan 2005-08
Marine and Safety Tasmania has reviewed and developed its strategy and corporate plan for 2005-08, engaging its staff and
stakeholders for views and comments on its content. This Corporate Plan includes revised mission, vision and values statements.
Our strategic plan for 2003-08, published in September 2003, marked a new beginning in the way we worked with stakeholders
to create a clear picture of the way forward for MAST. Many of the longer-term objectives included in the Plan continue to feature in
this Corporate Plan as we seek to further improve our products and services.
This document sets out our strategic objectives for the next three years. These refl ect our commitment to delivering our statutory
obligations and our view of how MAST’s services should be developed to meet changing customer needs, to deliver quality, and to
ensure best value.
VISION, MISSION AND VALUES STATEMENTS
Vision
To be widely recognised as a proactive, approachable and knowledgeable organisation.
Mission
MAST will work to make boating better by:
• Promoting safer and easier boating and
• Managing its marine assets to meet the needs of users.
Values
MAST will be:
• Proactive
We recognise the value of being proactive and will identify trends and develop innovative solutions to problems
• Approachable
We will attempt at all times to be approachable and deliver services that focus on the needs of our stakeholders.
• Knowledgeable
We are committed to providing a professional service that is timely, knowledgeable and meets or exceeds customer expectations.
8 Marine and Safety Tasmania
KEY OBJECTIVES FOR THE NEXT THREE YEARS
Objective 1 Provide education and support to match the needs of commercial operators and recreational boaters.
MAST is committed to providing education and support to its customers and stakeholders. Work will continue
with commercial owners to introduce safety measures to benefi t the industry. Boating safety programs within
schools, education evenings, our accredited training providers and the popular East Coast Safety Days also
provide valuable knowledge and information for current and future recreational boaters.
Objective 2 Ensure compliance with recognised legislation, standards, policies and procedures.
MAST will continue to work within the commercial and recreational areas to ensure compliance with relevant
legislation and standards. It is the responsibility of MAST to ensure that regulations and standards relating to the
construction, maintenance and manning of commercial vessels are correctly adhered to.
MAST staff will also work closely with Tasmania Police who are primarily responsible for the enforcement of
recreational boating standards around the state, to support safer boating.
Objective 3 Redesign our services and processes to make them better to use and more effi cient
MAST wants to be seen as providing quality and best value in services to our customers. We are continually
working to increase effi ciency and each year actions are planned that will improve the way MAST is managed
and enhance its business activities.
Objective 4 Improve access to MAST information, services and facilities.
As well as providing the necessary services for better boating, we will ensure access to our staff, information
and marine facilities continues to improve. We will encourage greater use of our website by providing high
quality and relevant information. MAST forms and publications will be reviewed to make it easier to provide
and obtain information, and we will work closely with staff at the TASINET “Call Centre” and Service Tasmania
outlets.
Objective 5 Make boating on our waterways more enjoyable.
Recreational boating is an extremely popular leisure activity in Tasmania with over 22,000 registered recreational
boats in the State and some 40,000 renewable boat licences being held. By developing innovative and proactive
programs, MAST will aim to ensure recreational boaters continue to have an enjoyable time on the water.
Objective 6 Manage MAST’s marine assets to meet the needs of users.
Since its formation in 1997, MAST has been responsible for managing wharves, jetties, boat ramps, training
walls, breakwaters and navigation aids, which were previously under the control of the former Department
of Transport and Marine Boards. The management of these facilities presents a range of challenges for MAST,
particularly in maintaining old timber facilities as well as building new structures smarter from longer lasting
materials.
Corporate Plan 2005-08
continued
Annual Report 2004-05 9
BUSINESS PLAN FOR 2005-06
Objective 1 Provide education and support to match the needs of commercial operators and recreational boaters.
Corporate Objective Business Objective
1.1 Deliver quality publications 1.1.1 Produce at least two editions of Seawise.
1.1.2 Produce at least two editions of Boatwise.
1.1.3 Produce an information package on both on the MAST website and in
booklet form to explain “A career in the commercial marine industry”
covering certifi cates of competency, survey etc. Seek input from TFIC/
Seafood Training/AMC re the content.
1.2 Deliver programs to support safe
recreational boating
1.2.1 Conduct Recreational Boating forums and Education nights.
1.2.2 Develop and publish a New Safe Boating Handbook.
1.2.3 Continue the successful education program for students in
Tasmanian schools.
1.2.4 Promote accredited trainers for novice boaters.
1.2.5 Develop a Personal Water Craft (PWC) Training CD and forward to all
registered owners
1.3 Educate users of MAST facilities 1.3.1 Educate users how to care for and respect MAST facilities
1.3.2 Educate users about how to report faults / problems at MAST facilities
1.3.3 Provide a “maintenance request” form as a mechanism for users to
arrange facility maintenance
1.4 Promote MAST’s radio network 1.4.1 Ensure a better understanding of MAST radio networks so that they are
more widely used.
1.4.2 Ensure operators (vessels and shore stations) have a better
understanding of correct radio protocols and usage.
1.4.3 Prioritise further improvements/extensions to radio coverage.
1.4.4 Carry out at least one radio service upgrade project in 2005-06.
10 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Corporate Plan 2005-08
continued
BUSINESS PLAN FOR 2005-06
Objective 2 Ensure compliance with recognised legislation, standards, policies and procedures
Corporate Objective Business Objective
2.1 Introduce new legislation or
standards
2.1.1 Provide assistance to manufacturers and legislate to adopt ABP
requirements for new vessels in Tasmania.
2.1.2 Implement new dinghy standards for inshore vessels not fi tted with a
life raft.
2.1.3 Implement required changes under the Personal Information Protection
Act 2004.
2.2 Review and amend existing
legislation or standards as required
2.2.1 Review and amend Jetty By-laws.
2.2.2 Develop legislative amendments to deal with derelict vessels moored
or sunk.
2.2.3 Implement legislation dealing with derelict vessels.
2.3 Conduct compliance audits 2.3.1 Continue undertaking:
• Port audits
• Training provider audits
• Safety management audits
• Vessel audit and periodic survey
• Determination of manning requirements for vessels.
2.3.2 Conduct regular audits of contractor performance – AMS.
2.3.3 Conduct regular audits of TSMRG for statutory indemnity.
2.4 Undertake Survey activities 2.4.1 Continue undertaking:
• Plan approval and under construction survey of new and existing
vessels
• Audit of accredited tank and shaft manufacturers
• Issue of permits.
2.4.2 Review radio survey periods of C vessels greater than 12 m and
B vessels.
2.4.3 Complete approval of Class 1 passenger vessels with regard to fi tting
ORLs, stability and subdivision standards.
2.5 Participate in enforcement
activities
2.5.1 Continue to conduct boating patrols in partnership with
Tasmania Police.
2.6 Review operation of pilotage
arrangements
2.6.1 Engage external auditor to review pilotage arrangements within
Tasmanian ports to identify potential risks and develop risk
management strategies.
2.7 National Standards 2.7.1 Actively participate in the development of new national standards for
commercial vessels.
2.7.2 Introduce legislation to adopt NSCV for machinery and fi re protection.
Annual Report 2004-05 11
BUSINESS PLAN FOR 2005-06
Objective 3 Redesign our services and processes to make them better to use and more effi cient
Corporate Objective Business Objective
3.1 Continue to develop key
corporate processes
3.1.1 Review processes for the collection and management of information.
3.2 Provide materials and training to
support staff development
3.2.1 Continue to develop and implement MAST’s internal training program.
3.2.2 Keep staff informed of training programs available.
3.3 Upgrade procedures to support
the management of facilities.
3.3.1 Examine remote monitoring of some navigation aids to lessen
site inspections.
3.3.2 Examine remote monitoring of some radio sites to lessen
site inspections.
3.3.3 Modify facility database to track radio battery life so changeout can be
fl agged in exception report.
3.3.4 Modify facility database to track navaid battery life so changeout can
be fl agged in exception report.
3.3.5 Formally document procedures requiring a monthly audit of facilities
information on the MAST web site to ensure it is relevant and up
to date.
3.3.6 Carry out further refi nements to the facilities data base.
3.4 Streamline the system for issuing
Certifi cates of Competency (CoC).
3.4.1 Scan all current information on fi le into Certifi cates of Competency
data base.
3.4.2 Review issuing “TARDIS” certifi cates for Coxswain Restricted CoC.
3.4.3 Investigate use of simulator software to streamline oral examination
process.
12 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Corporate Plan 2005-08
continued
BUSINESS PLAN FOR 2005-06
Objective 4 Improve access to MAST information, services and facilities.
Corporate Objective Business Objective
4.1 Expand provision of web-based
information
4.1.1 Streamline provision of information relating to the
commercial marine industry.
4.1.2 Develop a web-based package covering certifi cates
of competency, survey and other commercial
requirements.
4.2 Improve the standard of
information collected by MAST
4.2.1 Investigate the purchase and use of a portable tide
reporting gauge for better defi ning tidal fl ows at areas
such as Denison Canal and the Narrows.
4.2.2 Manage Tamar Flood Warning.
4.3 Strengthen arrangements for
providing information to Tasinet
and Service Tasmania
4.3.1 Review information provided to TASINET on
commercial enquiry procedures.
4.3.2 Ensure Tasinet and Service Tasmania Offi cers are
provided with current and relevant information in a
timely manner.
4.4 Complete a review of
MAST signage
4.4.1 Undertake a review of signage used by MAST.
4.4.2 Improve the management of MAST signage at non-
MAST facilities.
4.4.3 Examine the community use of MAST facilities and
provide signage and other features that promote
access.
4.5 Look at alternative means
of providing access to MAST
information and services
4.5.1 Attend boat shows and liaise with industry and local
boating organisations.
4.5.2 Continue to attend events such as Agfest to provide
boaters with the opportunity to obtain information
and give feedback on MAST services.
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BUSINESS PLAN FOR 2005-06
Objective 5 Make boating on our waterways more enjoyable.
Corporate Objective Business Objective
5.1 Promote better navigation 5.1.1 Provide navigation aids, including new aids as required.
5.1.2 Rationalise the ownership of navigation aids that are orphans
or neglected.
5.1.3 Examine third party licence agreements for bodies providing/
maintaining navigation aids.
5.1.4 Plot Navigation Aids as layers on the GIS system.
5.1.5 Investigate the cost/benefi t of a Racon beacon on Flinders Group or
Maatsuyker Island for ease of navigation.
5.1.6 Ensure that Port Companies maintain their navigation aids to
International Standards.
5.2 Improve the information available
on popular boating areas
5.2.1 Use the GIS system to improve the plotting of the Denison Canal
chartlets.
5.2.2 Continue to develop boating guides for high use waterways –
Publish guide for Cape Portland to Cape Grim in 2005-06.
Objective 6 Manage MAST’s marine assets to meet the needs of users.
Corporate Objective Business Objective
6.1 Continue to undertake
maintenance of commercial
facilities
6.1.1 Undertake routine safety inspections of facilities.
6.1.2 Undertake routine maintenance to facilities within budget.
6.1.3 Move from reactive breakdown maintenance to preventative
maintenance of facilities (eg pile wrapping / anode fi tting etc).
6.1.4 Undertake major maintenance of facilities.
6.1.5 Manage residual facility life and ensure funds are available to
rebuild facilities.
6.1.6 Record asset maintenance and service history.
6.1.7 Provide regular asset management reporting.
6.1.8 Manage contracts for maintenance of navigation aids.
6.1.9 Manage asset deterioration and degradation – eg steel reinforcing
corrosion of concrete jetties.
6.2 Continue with the upgrade of
recreational facilities
6.2.1 Co-ordinate projects to improve facilities and services with funding from
the Recreational Boating Fund and licence funding.
6.2.2 Undertake further development of the GIS base system to manage
moorings, signage and ramps.
6.2.3 Continue the audit program for Moorings and meet with mooring
contractors to discuss related issues.
6.2.4 Develop a list of priority projects for upgrading from recreational boat
licence funding in 2006-09.
14 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Strategic Priorities
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 1
To work with the commercial industry to improve its
safety culture and safety performance
Safety at sea comprises three components; vessel
standards, operator competency and operational procedures.
It has been estimated that 80% of marine incidents involve
human error and relate to vessel operational practices. MAST
expects that improving operational management will have a
positive impact on safety performance. This has been the major
initiative by MAST over the past two years.
During 2004-05, MAST has continued to work with
commercial owners to improve service delivery and identify and
introduce safety measures that benefi t industry.
Vessel survey
It is the responsibility of MAST to ensure that all vessels
are properly constructed and maintained to achieve a high
level of safety. For periodic survey, this is achieved by following
a routine survey program which can be tailored to fi t with
planned vessel maintenance. Owners are encouraged to discuss
the program with MAST including alternate approaches to
survey for which MAST strives to adopt a practical approach.
Vessel survey periods range from one to two years and a
total of 559 annual periodic surveys were undertaken during
2004-05. MAST’s system of auditing two year surveyed vessels
ensures operating trials are being carried out at least once in
three survey cycles. 170 vessels are currently issued with two
year survey certifi cates and 9 audits were undertaken during
the year.
Vessels considered lower risk by nature of size, area of
operation and use may apply for commercial registration.
Registration certifi cates are not uniformly recognised by other
states but enable reduced costs to owners while maintaining
a relevant safety standard. All registered vessels are audited
by MAST once in three certifi cate cycles. There were 487
registration certifi cates issued during 2004-05 and 153 audits
of registered vessels were undertaken.
All commercial vessels maintain a survey record book which
provides an explanation of survey procedure and stores survey
reports. MAST reviewed the contents of the survey record book
during June 2005.
The survey administration system provides a mechanism
that delivers surveys effi ciently and effectively and ensures
that any due items subsequent to the survey are followed
up making certain that vessels only operate with current
certifi cates.
The electronic survey booking system records arrangements
for the survey derived from an owner’s initial contact and
provides a complete report of the survey program and survey
particulars for the surveyor’s use.
Surveyors
MAST employs one Naval Architect on a part time basis
to conduct plan approval and stability assessment and fi ve
surveyors located regionally around the state. Instructions to
Surveyors are provided under a controlled database system and
regularly revised.
Seawise
MAST mails out a newsletter “Seawise” to every
commercial operator twice a year. The content provides
relevant information to industry including promotion of new
vessels that are constructed and enter survey, details of national
standards and upgrades to facilities.
National Standards
MAST is committed to the development of the new
National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) which will
replace the Uniform Shipping Laws Code.
The administration, electrical, stability, fi re safety and
construction sections of the Standard are at varying stages of
completion while the manning and safety equipment standards
have already been approved by the Australian Transport
Council and implemented in Tasmania.
As an example of these new standards, most passenger
vessels are now fi tted with open reversible liferafts in
accordance with the new safety equipment standard and many
class 3C fi shing vessel operators are also opting for life rafts
rather than upgrading their dinghy to the new standards.
1218
Financial YearVessels in Survey
Vessels out of Survey
Annual Report 2004-05 15
Hire and Drive
The Hire and Drive licensing system continues to
operate well with a total of 44 licensed operators statewide.
All operators are subject to safety audits on a regular basis.
These audits check the condition of the hire vessels and also
that the safe operations plans for each specifi c licence continue
to be relevant to the hire operation.
Hire craft are many and varied, ranging from kayaks,
canoes and outboard powered dinghies through to charter
yachts and cruisers.
New Vessels
Tasmanian based designers and builders continue to
produce high quality vessels intended for use within Tasmania,
Australia and overseas. New vessel construction materials are
commonly steel, aluminium, polyethylene and GRP with new
timber vessels becoming rare due to material availability and
labour cost. During 2004-05, 96 vessels received initial MAST
certifi cates of survey.
Larger vessels constructed during the year include:
Discovery II
31.65m aluminium passenger vessel designed by
Crowther Multihulls, built by Richardson Devine Marine
now operating in Tasmania.
Oceanargus
8.87m aluminium work vessel designed by M Hunn, built
by Georges Bay Marine now operated by Parks Victoria.
Nelson Bay
11.9m GRP fi shing vessel designed by M Isles, built by
Badenach Enterprises now operating on the West Coast
of Tasmania.
Sampson
18.13m steel fi sh farm work vessel designed by M Isles,
built Huon Aquaculture home port Dover.
Matilda J
6.9m aluminium general purpose vessel designed by
Oceantech P/L built by Engineering Maintenance P/L,
design and construction phase survey only.
Comfort Zone
6.5m GRP passenger vessel designed by K Edwards,
builder Circular Head Marine Services operating North
West Coast Tasmania.
Morana
6.88m aluminium research vessel designed and built by
Tristar Marine operating within Tasmania.
Knoo
8.5m aluminium fi sh farm work vessel designed by
Seward Maritime, built by Mariner Aluminium operating
north west coast Tasmania.
King Hitter
8.67m aluminium feed vessel designed by M Hunn built
by Cawthorn Welding operating Macquarie Harbour.
Peppermint Bay II
21.95m aluminium passenger vessel designed by
Crowther Multihulls, built by Richardson Devine Marine
now operating in Tasmania.
Outcast
8.0m GRP general purpose vessel designed by P Arnold,
built by Grubbs Bodyworks, design and construction
phase survey only.
Perseverance I
11.9m GRP fi shing vessel designed by M Isles, built by
Badenach Enterprises now operating from King Island.
Bugger Work
7.2m GRP abalone vessel designed by H Hobson, built
by Cape Cat Australia now operating south west coast
Tasmania.
NEW COMMERCIAL VESSELS
16 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Training Vessel Licences
Training vessel licences allow specifi c vessels to be used
for the purposes of motor boat and sail training which is
usually carried out by yacht clubs or volunteer organisations
in conjunction with either MAST or TAFE through the Adult
Education system.
Sail training courses comply with the requirements
of Yachting Australia and many of the providers are also
conducting the MAST BoatSafe practical tuition course.
All courses are conducted by qualifi ed trainers.
The vessels used by training providers are inspected by
MAST offi cers to ensure they comply with all MAST safety
requirements.
Manning and Certifi cates of Competency for
Commercial Vessels
In order to ensure the safe operation of vessels in
Tasmanian waters, MAST requires that vessel crews are
appropriately trained and qualifi ed. MAST issues Certifi cates of
Competency to persons that have met the necessary standards
to allow them to take charge of a vessel or manage the vessel
machinery.
Prior to issuing a Certifi cate of Competency, MAST ensures
the applicant has met the requirements of the National
Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV). This ensures that a
Tasmanian qualifi cation is recognised throughout Australia.
Tasmania is proud to remain the only State in Australia that has
fully implemented the new national standard for training of
mariners.
Certifi cates of Competency vary with the type of vessel
however they cover the range of vessel up to 100 metres
in length and with propulsion power up to 3000 kW.
In this fi nancial year, MAST has issued 421 new Certifi cates
of Competency.
One criteria necessary to obtain a Certifi cate is to gain
experience through accruing sea service spent on appropriate
vessels. Sea service is essentially “on the job” education and
obtaining the necessary number of days sea service is often a
serious impediment to those wishing to obtain a Certifi cate
of Competency. To improve this situation, the NSCV makes
provision for a person to reduce their sea service by having
the vessel’s qualifi ed crew ensure the applicant can do all the
required practical tasks of the job. The system of accelerated
certifi cates for better quality sea service is called ROPES (Record
of Practical Training and Service). It allows a person to reduce
their sea days by 50% when they submit a completed ROPES
book to MAST.
The ROPES system is proving popular with about 180
seafarers currently accruing sea time under the system for
various deck and engineering certifi cates. If all these ROPES
books are returned, the applicants will collectively save a total
of over 50,000 sea days from their training. This provides
a great saving to industry and does not compromise safety
because the quality of the experience is improved.
Navigation in Port Waters
Offi cers from MAST continue to work in close harmony
with the four Port Corporation Harbour Masters regarding
matters of pilotage and safety.
MAST continues to issue permits which allow vessels,
or operators, to operate safely outside their certifi cation for
short periods. Permits have also been issued for the trials of
new high speed vessels which have been built by Tasmanian
shipbuilders The permit ensures that all safety procedures and
equipment are operational for the trial period prior to the
vessel being handed over to the new owner.
Navigation warnings and general boating information are
promulgated in the MAST ‘Notices to Mariners’. Depending on
the area affected, these ‘Notices’ are published weekly in one
or all three, of the major Tasmanian newspapers.
MAST Offi cers also assist Offi cers from the Department of
Primary Industries Water and Environment (DPIWE) in regard
to the regulatory requirements for the location and marking
of fi sh and shellfi sh farms in the aquaculture industry. This is
to ensure that there are safe and navigable waterways within
aquaculture areas.
Safety Management on Commercial Passenger Vessels
Traditionally, vessels have been surveyed to ensure
appropriate standards and likewise personnel are certifi ed to
operate certain classes of vessels however there has never
been a system to ensure a qualifi ed person is well versed in
the safety aspects of a particular vessel that they are sailing
on. In order to provide this safety link, the maritime sector has
developed safety management systems that ensure the crew
are aware of how to manage their vessel in both routine and
emergency situations.
The Marine and Safety (Safe Operation) Regulations were
introduced at the end of 2003 so that safety management
systems are required on all passenger carrying vessels in
Tasmania. With effect from 1 October 2004, all passenger
carrying commercial vessels have been required to have
prepared a safety management plan.
Annual Report 2004-05 17
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 2
To provide and manage marine facilities which
promote safe vessel operations and meet the needs of
marine users
Since its formation in 1997, MAST has been responsible
for managing wharves, jetties, boat ramps, training walls,
breakwaters and navigation aids, previously under the control
of the former Department of Transport and Marine Boards.
The management of these facilities presents a range
of challenges for MAST. Many of these facilities were built
in excess of forty years ago and due to the harsh marine
environment the structures have simply reached the end of
their useful life. Due to changes in recreational and commercial
boating trends, other facilities no longer fulfi ll their original
purpose and are no longer of importance to boat owners.
MAST owned Facilities
MAST manages its marine facilities in a structured way
so that they function in a safe and cost-effective manner.
The management regime includes regular safety inspections,
periodic engineering assessments and routine maintenance of
all facilities.
Many of MAST’s jetties are ageing timber structures that
require regular maintenance in order to keep pace with the
decay that naturally occurs. Throughout the year MAST has
undergone an extensive program of timber jetty maintenance
including pile encasement, and the replacement of beams,
planks and fendering in order to keep timber jetties in good
condition. However eventually timber jetties reach the end
of their working life and during the year the Kelso jetty was
withdrawn from service for safety reasons. A brand new boat
ramp has been installed at Kelso that better services the needs
of recreational boaters in the area.
During the year, MAST also received funds for
reconstruction of facilities at Opossum Bay, Dover and
Triabunna. Work is underway and these facilities will be
replaced in 2005-06.
MAST’s 260 odd navigation aids around the State have
undergone routine maintenance and upgrade work during the
year. In the Furneaux Group two new aids were established
and two high precision aids were overhauled after about
20 years of continuous service. During 2004-05, only 4 of the
260 navigation aids failed to meet their reliability targets.
This gives mariners a high level of confi dence in MAST
navigation aids.
At 30 June 2005, 95% of passenger carrying vessels
have now met the requirements of the new Safe Operations
Regulations by submitting plans with 62% of vessels issued
with certifi cates. The manner in which the new requirements
have been embraced is a demonstration of the professionalism
of the passenger vessel industry in Tasmania.
Marine Incident Investigations
Nineteen incidents were considered by the Board of MAST
during this fi nancial year. Formal investigations by MAST
offi cers were made into seven of these incidents and one
was the subject of a coronial enquiry. Workplace Standards is
investigating one of these incidents under a Memorandum of
Understanding with MAST.
All incidents are reviewed by MAST Offi cers and in
many instances recommendations made by the Board are
promulgated in order to try and prevent similar incidents. These
recommendations, for example, can take the form of circulars
forwarded to all Tasmanian Yacht Clubs drawing attention to a
particular occurrence and the circumstances surrounding it.
A detailed list of the marine incidents occurring during the
period can be found on pages 24-25.
18 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Strategic Priorities
Dredging
Dredging is a challenging process where there is a need to
balance environmental impacts and economic benefi t. There
is often a risk that through a storm, nature can quickly reverse
the expensive gains that have been made during a dredging
program.
During 2004-05 MAST undertook dredging against the
Bridport Wharf where silt had built up to the degree that
vessels had diffi culty using the wharf. The dredging has had
positive results with the silt not refi lling the dredged areas thus
improving access for vessels.
MAST has also engaged a contractor to dredge at the
barway at St Helens. This program has been postponed due
to a fi re on the dredging vessel. However it is fortunate that
nature has co-operated and the barway depth has remained
good during the intervening period.
Marine Communications
MAST owns extensive marine communications
infrastructure located at thirteen sites around the State. The
latest addition in 2004-05 was a new VHF radio repeater
located at Three Hummock Island in North West Tasmania.
This repeater has proved to have extensive range and provides
excellent safety benefi ts for mariners in the region.
Although MAST provides extensive radio equipment, it
is the operation and monitoring of this equipment by marine
radio volunteers that provides value to mariners at sea. These
volunteer stations continue to broadcast weather and safety
information, log position reports from vessels at sea and
report emergency calls to search and rescue Authorities. MAST
congratulates marine radio volunteers for their commitment to
improving safety at sea.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 3
To improve the management of our waterways
Tasmania has an extensive system of quality cruising
waterways. MAST is actively involved in working with other
government departments and organisations, boating clubs and
the general boating public to make these waterways safer and
enhance boating enjoyment.
Waterway Guides
A waterway and anchorage guide for the East Coast of
Tasmania was completed and distributed to clubs and dealers
for sale to the boating public during the year. This guide has
proved most popular along the Coast.
The guide covers the area from Marion Narrows in the
East to Cape Portland, giving indications on safe anchorages
together with speed over distance tables, services found in
various townships and other safety and navigational rules.
The chart has been designed to benefi t not only the cruising
boater but also those who may wish to do day trips in smaller
run-about type boats. MAST has started preparing a similar chart
for the North Coast from Cape Portland to Cape Grim.
Zoning
MAST continues to work with local communities and
councils in respect to the zoning of particular waterways.
The area at Weymouth in the North of the State has been
an area MAST has received complaints about in relation to
usage by various craft. MAST has now consulted both with
the community and users of the waterway and zoned the
area as a designated ski area. This will help reduce confl ict
between fi shermen, personal water craft and water-skiers.
Input from the local community was appreciated and helped
reach a solution that was agreeable to all users of the popular
waterway.
Moorings
The number of registered moorings increased from 3298 to
3455, an increase of nearly 5%.
MAST continued its ongoing State-wide mooring audit
process with popular areas being audited. Some moorings that
had not been renewed had become hazards to navigation and
were subsequently removed.
MAST has implemented a GIS system which will improve
mooring management and has made provision in the 2005-06
fi nancial years for further layers to be added to the system.
The GIS system has enabled the management of moorings
to be more effi cient and provides quicker information to
our customers.
Annual Report 2004-05 19
Recreational Boating Facilities upgrades (through RBF
and Licence funding)
This year saw MAST continue with the ever popular
funding process through the Recreational Boating Fund.
Each year MAST allocates $220,000 towards funding the
upgrade of facilities and services as determined from public
submissions. This year the timing of work was changed to
allow construction to be carried out through the autumn
period which traditionally sees a steady weather pattern and
lower tides which are ideal for carrying out construction in the
dynamic coastal environment.
Projects in 2004-05 included an upgrade to the Rosny
Boat Ramp, work at Eddystone Point to improve access to the
beach launching area, new Navigation aids were provided in
conjunction with Hobart Ports to Macquarie Harbour, new
fendering was installed at the Kettering Jetty to help larger
recreational craft that use the facility for loading and unloading
and new ramps were built at Taranna, Kelso and Lake
Meadowbank. Funding was also made available to the Burnie
Marina Committee to re surface the existing ramp in Emu Bay
and to Hobart Ports for maintenance works at the Stanley
Boat ramp. A new double ramp was built at Inspection Head
and a new walkway will completed in 2005-06. Other projects
completed were new launching facilities at Triabunna and Port
Huon and a number of new and upgraded navigation aids in
the D’Entrecasteaux Channel and Huon River. The work in the
Central Lakes was also completed in conjunction with Hydro
Tasmania with the completion of the ramp at Little Quarries.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 4
To deliver innovative and proactive programs to support
safe recreational boating
Recreational boating is an extremely popular leisure
activity in Tasmania. In 2004-05 there were 23,407 registered
recreational boats in the State, representing an increase of
5.5% from the previous year. Personal water craft registrations
grew by 11.1% to 580, compared to 522 registered craft
in 2003-04.
MAST is committed to enhancing the safe operation
of recreational vessels in Tasmania. In 2000, a Recreational
Boating Safety Review was conducted that identifi ed a number
of recommendations. These have been built upon to develop
a series of programs that are improving safety and making
recreational boating more enjoyable. With 46,474 renewable
boat licences held by Tasmanians, the programs need to reach
a wide audience and cover all areas of the State.
Boating Safety Program
MAST has visited a number of schools in the past twelve
months and conducted education for students through the
“Be Boat Safe” Teacher Resource Kit. Some educational
programs have also been run in pools with children
experiencing overloading and buoyancy issues. This program
continues to be supported by schools and no doubt provides
valuable tuition to the students in respect to understanding the
benefi ts of boating safety.
MAST continued its successful Education Nights around
the State conducting a number of fl are demonstrations at
areas including Devonport, Launceston, Swansea, Orford,
Bicheno, Strahan, King Island, Hobart, Port Cygnet and
REGISTERED MOORINGS
Financial Year
RECREATIONAL VESSEL REGISTRATION
20 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Nubeena. Displays were also conducted at a number of Clubs
around the State. The successful and popular education nights
with the public will continue into 2005-06 with various safety
topics planned for discussion.
Agfest
MAST again visited Agfest, enabling MAST staff to meet
with a large number of people and receive important feedback
in respect to boating safety issues and comments on various
recreational boating facilities around the state.
In addition to Agfest, MAST also attended the open
weekend at Liawenee in the Central Highlands, which gave
staff the opportunity to speak directly with inland fi shermen.
Issues discussed included the completion of the new ramps
on Great Lake and Arthurs Lake, which were carried out in
conjunction with Hydro Tasmania.
MAST also interacted with the boating public at various
dealer boat shows around the state and during boating and
ramp patrols.
Personal Water Craft
Over the summer period, MAST received a number of
complaints in respect to Personal Water Craft (PWC). As
a result MAST is producing a training CD which has been
sponsored by major PWC manufacturers. This CD when
completed will be forwarded to every existing PWC owner and
also those registering a craft for the fi rst time, The CD will be
specifi cally produced for Tasmania showing current 5 knot and
prohibited areas together with other useful information. MAST
is hopeful their on going commitment to the education of PWC
owners will enhance a greater safety culture with the operators
of these craft.
New Licence Arrangements
The new process of issuing recreational licences was
implemented on 1 November 2004 and requires applicants to
either gain 20 hours experience on a registered recreational
vessel or attend an accredited practical tuition course.
MAST has now accredited a number of providers around
the state to carry out and conduct the MAST practical tuition
“BOATSAFE” course. This course is based around the NMSC
core competencies for operators of power driven vessels.
MAST sees this as a great safety initiative which will build on
the safety culture which now exists with recreational boaters
in Tasmania and provide those new to boating with the
confi dence and skills. MAST intends to lift the profi le of the
BOATSAFE course during 2005-06.
Enforcement
MAST staff has worked with Tasmania Police who are
primarily responsible for carrying out enforcement around the
state. This involved on-water checks and ramp patrols, where
boaters were checked for licences, registrations and safety
gear.
MAST has continued to employ Peter Ryan and Peter
Gibson in the North of the State who have been proactive in
carrying out boating patrols in the North East and North West
of the State over the summer period. MAST see these two
casual employees playing an important role is boating safety in
the North of the State.
Commonwealth Bank Beach and Boating Safety Days
MAST, in conjunction with Surf Life Saving Tasmania, also
continued its safety days. These prove to be most popular and
this year we were again supported by the Commonwealth
Bank who have provided sponsorship for the following two
years. The safety days are held in holiday locations in early
January and provide those attending with useful boating safety
tips and demonstrations. This year venues visited included
Dodges Ferry, Orford, Bicheno and Port Sorell on the North
West Coast.
Annual Report 2004-05 21
STRATEGIC PRIORITY 5
To continue to develop highly effective business and
administrative processes to enhance MAST activities
MAST is continually working to increase effi ciency. Each
year actions are planned that will improve the way MAST is
managed and enhance its business activities.
Internal training program
MAST is committed to encouraging continuous learning
and a high degree of readiness and fl exibility among staff to
respond to MAST’s service delivery needs.
A training program has been developed based on internal
seminars covering a broad range of MAST activities. These
are held on a regular basis and have had a high level of staff
participation.
Occupational Health and Safety
It is the policy of MAST to provide a healthy and safe
workplace for all employees, contractors, external consultants,
and members of the public who work at, or visit, our offi ces
and workplaces.
MAST has an active Occupational Health and Safety
Committee, which meets on a regular basis to consider a
wide range of safety and welfare issues. During 2004-05,
the Committee’s key initiatives included:
• Conducting routine offi ce safety audits and evaluating at each meeting
• Ensuring up-to-date OH&S best practice and safety information is available to staff
• Offering fi rst aid training to all staff
• Reviewing fi rst aid kits and fi re extinguishers in all MAST workplaces
• Further developing formal OH&S staff procedures as controlled documents on topics such as building evacuation.
MAST’s detailed policies in relation to occupational health
and safety are set out in its OHS Manual that is available to
all staff.
Performance Management System
MAST undertook a detailed review of its performance
management system, resulting in a modifi ed system that
integrates the Corporate Plan into everyone’s work and
provides a mechanism for the formal recognition of staff
achievements.
MAST Marketing Strategy
During 2004-05, MAST developed a Marketing Strategy
to provide a planning framework within which communication
concepts for MAST can be developed on an on-going basis.
The Strategy was produced as the outcome of:
• Workshops with staff members involved in the various communications activities performed by MAST
• Facilitated team meetings with all staff to develop the Brand Core Values
• Surveys of recreational boat owners in 2001 and 2003
• Surveys of commercial vessel owners in 2004.
The current Marketing Strategy is an update of an earlier
strategy written in 2001. It identifi es key market segments
among recreational boaters and commercial vessels. It also
identifi es through the strategic planning process a series of
external risks that potentially threaten MAST.
MAST will keep preparing generic contingency plans that
will address these risks. Events can occur in multiples and
MAST must have the fl exibility, processes and resources to deal
with a number of events at a time.
22 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Supplementary Information
Freedom of Information
Two requests were received under the Freedom of Information Act 1991 during 2004-05 (compared to nil in the previous year).
Any enquiries under the Act should be made to
FOI Administrator: Susan Peterson
Location: Level 1, 7-9 Franklin Wharf, Hobart
Telephone: 03 6233 8801
Public Interest Disclosures
MAST has adopted a set of Public Interest Disclosure procedures in accordance with part 7 of the Public Interest Disclosures
Act 2002.
A copy of the procedures can be viewed at MAST during offi ce hours or accessed via the MAST website, www.mast.tas.gov.au under
MAST publications.
Legislation Changes 2004-05
The following legislation came into force between 1 July 2004 and 30 June 2005.
Legislation Commencement
Marine and Safety (Fees) Amendment By-laws 2004 1 July 2004
Marine and Safety (Fees) Amendment By-laws 2005 1 April 2005
Marine and Safety (Motor Boats and Licences) Amendment By-laws 2004 1 October 2004
Marine and Safety (Motor Boats and Licences) Amendment By-laws(No 2) 2004Clauses commence 15 November 2004
and 1 March 2005
Marine and Safety (Pilotage and Navigation) Amendment Regulations 2004 8 December 2004
Marine and Safety (Vessel Safety Standards) Amendment By-laws 2004Clauses commence 1 August 2004 and
1 October 2004
Marine and Safety (Vessel Safety Standards) Amendment By-laws 2005 1 May 2005
Annual Report 2004-05 23
Committees 2004-05
Colin Finch - Chief Executive Offi cer
Australian Maritime Group
Northern Region Coastal and Marine Reference Group
National Marine Safety Committee (NMSC)
Tamar Estuary Working Group
Tasmania Police Marine Search and Rescue
MAST Vessel Manning Committee
Peter Hopkins - Manager Recreational Boating
Australia New Zealand Safe Boating Education Group
(ANZSBEG)
Marinas Association of Australia – Tasmania Division
Port Sorell Active Australia Committee
Tasmanian Water Safety Council
Justin Foster - Recreational Boating Safety Offi cer
South Esk Water Useage Committee
Bureau of Meteorology Marine Consultative Committee
Tasmanian Water Safety Council
MAST Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Jim Caulfi eld - Facilities Project Offi cer
“fi shonline” Management Group
MAST Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Genia Caulfi eld - Certifi cates of Competency
Assessment Offi cer
MAST Vessel Manning Committee
Gwyn Alway - Manager Vessel Standards and Survey
NMSC – National Standard for Administration of Marine Safety
NMSC – Vessels Safety Technical Group
MAST Vessel Manning Committee
Peter Keyes – Manager Certifi cation of New Vessels
NMSC – Vessel Technical Group
MAST Vessel Manning Committee
MAST Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Trevor Faust - Manager Operations and Facilities
NMSC – Marine Radio Reference Group
Julie Woolley - Facilities Project Offi cer
MAST Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Michael Hunn - Naval Architect
NMSC – Stability
William Batt - Manager Administration
MAST Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Robyn Froud – CEO Secretary
MAST Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Marita Bradshaw - CEO Secretary
MAST Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Joan Enfantie - Administration Assistant
MAST Occupational Health and Safety Committee
Gordon Goudie – Manager Certifi cates of Competency
Tasmanian Fishing Industry Training Board
Inland Fisheries Advisory Council
MAST Vessel Manning Committee
MAST Occupational Health and Safety Committee
24 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Date VesselCLASS; LENGTH
Type of Casualty
Position Result
9/8/04Southern
Condor34.9m 2B
Grounding
and shift of
cargo
Bridport &
passage to
Flinders Island
• Unsafe conditions for crew and vessel
• No injuries
21/8/04
Various Small
Navy Cadet
Vessels
Recreational Capsize
River Derwent
south of
Tasman Bridge
• Call out of marine police to carry out various
rescues
• Taken to hospital with minor hypothermia
14/9/04 Lady Nelson16.4 m 1D
& 2B
Minor
collision
Charlottes Cove
D’Entrecasteaux
Channel
• Minor damage to vessel
• No injuries
25/10/04 Blue Dolphin 9.3 m 2D/ 3DSkipper lost
overboardColes Bay • Fatality due to drowning
17/11/04 Concorde 21.8 m 3B Grounding Badger Island • Major hull damage and fl ooding
25/11/04Harbour
Blaster7.1m 2C(R) Capsize Coles Bay
• Two passengers injured
• Vessel damaged
23/12/04 Cartela 37.2m 1EHospitalised
passengerHobart
• Passenger collapsed with suspected heart
attack
• Vessel returned to wharf and patient
hospitalised
28/12/04 PV Observer 6.9m 2C(R)
Collision with
recreational
vessel
Off Kingston
Beach Hobart
• P/V collided with unlit vessel at 2230 when
investigating distress fl are sighting
2/1/05 Yacht ‘Joma’11m
Recreational
“Near miss”
incident with
ferry ‘Cartela’
Hobart• Yacht had to take action to avoid collision
with ferry during race event
7/1/05Maria Island
Ferry11.5m 1D
Immobilised
on passage
Darlington
Harbour Maria
Island
• Vessel’s rudders jammed
• Tow required back to Eastcoaster Resort
• No injuries
Incident Report
Annual Report 2004-05 25
Date VesselCLASS; LENGTH
Type of Casualty
Position Result
17/1/05Yacht
‘Vagabond’
13.1m
RecreationalSank
Half Tide Rock
– Eddystone
Point
• Vessel holed and sank after grounding on
rocks
• Three crew rescued shortly after
• No injuries
9/3/05 Stay Calm 16.9m 2C
& 3B
Engine room
fi re
Georges Bay
Barway
• Fire occurred in exhaust trunking
• Vessel returned under own power
• No injuries
29/3/03 Robert E Lee10.7m 2D
& 3D
Sank at
mooring
Mooring at
Coles Bay• Vessel unmanned at time of incident
3/4/05Smorgan
Steel
Racing Power
Boat
Capsized
during raceHobart
• Two crew rescued by helicopter
• Vessel damaged
9/4/05 Hiclair5.7m 2C(R) &
2D (R)
Failure to
pick up 2
passengers
Lake St Clair• Two passengers who had contracted to be
picked up after walk were forgotten
15/5/05 Denbar J12m 3C
(Restricted)Sank
Sloop Rocks
(West Coast)
• Vessel holed and sank after grounding on
rocks
• Two crew rescued shortly after
• No injuries
18/05/05 Cut Cat5.85M
3C
Fell off trailer
at boat ramp Strahan • Boat fell off trailer at ramp
20/06/05Janelle Hardy
II
9.9M
2C 3BElectrical fi re
South Coast
“Big Witch”
Island
• Smoke noticed in engine room after starting
engine
24/06/05 Hewardia 1114.54M
3CElectrical fi re
South Bruny
– Friars• Electrical fi re
26 Marine and Safety Tasmania
Financial Statements Directors’ Report
The Directors present their report on the Authority for the
fi nancial year ended 30 June 2005.
DIRECTORS
The names of directors in offi ce at any time during or since
the end of the year are:
Mr Simon FitzGerald Ms Lesley Blyth
Mr Robert Cassidy Ms Lia Morris
Mr Stuart Richey AM Mr Michael Stevens
Mr Colin Finch
OPERATING RESULT
A defi cit from ordinary activites of $523,330 was sustained
compared to the defi cit of $161,731 in the 2003-04 year.
Revenue from ordinary activities was $3,635,886 which
was $7,847 more than the previous year. The increase is
mainly attributable to the receipt of additional funds from
Government for the reconstruction of the Opossum Bay Jetty
and the dredging of the St Helens barway and approaches
to the Denison Canal. This increase in revenue was partially
offset by the reduction in receipts from Recreational Boating
Activities.
Expenditure from ordinary activities was $4,159,216 which
was $369,446 more than the previous year. The increase in
expenditure is mainly due to increased facilities maintenance
and the completion of previously deferred projects that were
completed under the recreational boating fund.
PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
The Authority is constituted under Part 2 of the Marine
and Safety Authority Act 1997 and commenced operations
on 30 July 1997. The Authority was established as a body
corporate with perpetual succession with the following general
functions and powers:
• to ensure the safe operation of vessels;
• to provide and manage marine facilities;
• to manage environmental issues relating to vessels.
The Authority has jurisdiction in and over -
• the waters of all inland lakes, rivers and streams,
• coastal waters;
• any vessel; and
• any marine facility under the control of the Authority.
No signifi cant change in the nature of these activities
occurred during the year.
AFTER BALANCE DATE EVENTS
No matters or circumstances have arisen since the end of
the fi nancial year which signifi cantly affected or may signifi cantly
affect the operations of the Authority, the results of those
operations or the state of affairs of the Authority in future years.
FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS
During 2005-06, work will commence on the
reconstruction of the Opossum Bay Jetty with funds received
from Government during 2004-05, as well as MAST funds from
the Recreational Boating Fund.
MAST will also receive an additional $850,000 from
Government for the reconstruction of the Triabunna Deepwater
Jetty and the inner section of the Dover Jetty.
Dredging operations funded by Government for the
St Helens barway and the entrance to the Denison Canal will
also be undertaken during 2005-06.
2005-06 will see the fi nalisation of projects undertaken
from funds received from motor boat licence renewals in
2003-04. This will bring the total amount spent on projects and
services to $1,525,000 for the 2003-04 – 2005-06 triennium.
It is expected that nearly 50,000 licence payment notices
will be sent in May 2006. This, in combination with funding
from registration fees will allow the funding of further
improvements to recreational boating facilities and services for
the 2006-07 – 2008-09 triennium.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
The Authority’s operations are not regulated by any specifi c
regulation under a law of the Commonwealth or of a State
or Territory.
INDEMNIFYING OFFICERS OR AUDITOR
The Authority has paid premiums to insure each Director
against liabilities for costs and expenses incurred by them in
defending any legal proceedings arising out of their conduct
while acting in the capacity of Director of the Authority, other
than conduct involving a willful breach of duty in relation to
the Authority. This policy extends the limited cover provided
under the Statutory Authorities (Protection from Liability of
Members) Act 1993.
The Authority has not otherwise, during or since the end
of the fi nancial year indemnifi ed or agreed to indemnify a
director, offi cer or auditor of the Authority against a liability
incurred as such a director, offi cer or auditor.
Director
27 September 2005
Annual Report 2004-05 27
Financial Statements Statement of Financial Performance
for the year ended 30 June 2005
Note 2005 2004
$ $
Revenues from ordinary activities
Commercial Vessels 560,007 554,459
Certifi cates of Competency 137,164 124,734
Recreational Boating 1,504,646 1,709,568
Moorings 172,238 189,435
Treasury Appropriation 1,126,000 820,000
Interest Received 93,892 96,581
Other revenue 41,939 133,262
Total revenue from ordinary activities 3,635,886 3,628,039
Expenditures from ordinary activities
Personnel Expenses 1,289,054 1,281,141
Occupancy Expenses 131,448 129,354
Operating Expenses 2,264,048 1,792,634
Depreciation Charges 445,910 511,079
Other 28,756 75,562
Total expenses from ordinary activities 4,159,216 3,789,770
Net operating surplus (defi cit) from ordinary activities (523,330) (161,731)
Decrease in asset revaluation reserve arising 11 - (20,224)
on revaluation of non current assets
- (20,224)
Total Changes in Equity (523,330) (181,955)
The accompanying notes form part of these fi nancial statements.
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Financial Statements
Note 2005 2004
$ $
Current Assets
Cash assets 4 1,525,571 1,372,484
Receivables 5 101,738 103,066
Other fi nancial assets 7 19,471 31,066
Total Current Assets 1,646,780 1,506,616
Non-Current Assets
Property, Plant & Equipment 6 6,942,878 7,409,070
Total Non-Current Assets 6,942,878 7,409,070
Total Assets 8,589,658 8,915,686
Current Liabilities
Payables 8 355,746 210,853
Provisions 9 191,565 138,972
Total Current Liabilities 547,311 349,825
Non-Current Liabilities
Provisions 9 38,805 38,989
Total Non-Current Liabilities 38,805 38,989
Total Liabilities 586,116 388,814
NET ASSETS 8,003,542 8,526,872
Equity
Contributed equity 10 9,939,050 9,939,050
Reserves 11 8,943 8,943
Accumulated Losses 12 (1,944,451) (1,421,121)
TOTAL EQUITY 8,003,542 8,526,872
The accompanying notes form part of these fi nancial statements.
Statement of Financial Position
As at 30 June 2005
Annual Report 2004-05 29
Financial Statements
Note 2005 2004
$ $
Cash Flow from Operating Activities
Receipts from Operations 3,543,322 3,464,527
Payments to Suppliers & Employees (3,416,853) (3,310,497)
Interest Received 93,892 96,581
Net Cash provided by Operating Activities 15 (a) 220,361 250,611
Cash Flow from Investing Activities
Payments for Fixed Assets (67,274) (53,325)
Proceeds from sale of plant & equipment - 1,272
Net Cash used in Investing Activities (67,274) (52,053)
Cash Flow from Financing Activities
Net cash used in Financing Activities - -
Net increase/(decrease) in cash held 153,087 198,558
Cash at 1 July 2004 1,372,484 1,173,926
Cash at 30 June 2005 4 1,525,571 1,372,484
The accompanying notes form part of these fi nancial statements.
Statement of Cash Flows
for the year ended 30 June 2005
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Financial Statements
NOTE 1: STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING
POLICIES
The following explains the signifi cant accounting policies that
have been adopted in the preparation of the fi nancial report.
Basis of Accounting
The fi nancial statements are a general purpose fi nancial
report that have been prepared in accordance with the
requirements of the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997,
applicable Australian Accounting Standards, Urgent Issues
Group consensus views and other mandatory professional
reporting requirements.
The fi nancial statements have also been prepared on the
basis of historical costs and do not take into account changing
money values or, except where stated, current valuations of
non-current assets. Cost is based on the fair values of the
consideration given in exchange for assets. The accounting
policies have been consistently applied, unless otherwise
stated.
The following is a summary of the material accounting
policies adopted by the Authority in the preparation of the
fi nancial statements.
Statement of Accounting Policies
(a) Tax Equivalents
The Authority is not subject to tax equivalents payments.
(b) Plant and Equipment
Marine facilities are brought to account at fair value, while
navigation aids and the remaining plant and equipment is at
cost, less where applicable, any accumulated depreciation or
amortisation. The carrying amount of plant and equipment is
reviewed on a regular basis by directors to ensure values are
not in excess of the recoverable amount from those assets.
Depreciation is provided by either the straight line
or reducing balance method on all tangible fi xed assets.
Depreciation is provided by charges to income at rates based
on the estimated useful lives commencing from the time that
the asset is held ready for use.
The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable
asset are:
Class of Fixed Asset Depreciation Rate
Navigation Aids 6.7 – 20%
Marine Facilities 2 – 20%
Plant and Equipment 25 - 50%
(c) Leases
Lease payments for operating leases, where substantially
all the risks and benefi ts remain with the lessor, are charged as
expenses in the periods in which they are incurred.
(d) Employee Benefi ts
Provision is made for the Authority’s liability for employee
benefi ts arising from services rendered by employees to balance
date. Employee benefi ts expected to be settled within one year
together with entitlements arising from wages and salaries
and annual leave which will be settled after one year, have
been measured at the amounts expected to be paid when
the liability is settled, plus related on-costs. Other employee
benefi ts payable later than one year have been measured at
the present value of the estimated future cash outfl ows to be
made for those benefi ts.
A liability for sick leave is not recognised as sick leave is
non-vesting and because it is probable that sick leave expected
to be taken in future reporting periods will be less than
entitlements which are expected to accrue in those periods.
Superannuation contributions are made by the Authority
to various complying superannuation funds and are charged
as expenses when incurred. Contributions made on behalf of
employees appointed on or after 15 May 1999 are made in
accordance with the Public Sector Superannuation Reform
Act 1999.
(e) Cash
For the purpose of the Statement of Cash Flows, cash
includes Cash on Hand, Cash at Bank (Overdraft) and Deposits
at Bank at Call.
(f) Comparative Figures
Where required by Accounting Standards, comparative
fi gures have been adjusted to conform with changes in
presentation for the current fi nancial year.
(g) Revenue
Revenue from the rendering of a service is recognised upon
the delivery of the service to customers.
Interest revenue is recognised on a proportional basis
taking into account the interest rates applicable to the fi nancial
assets.
All revenue is stated net of the amount of goods and
services tax (GST).
Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2005
Annual Report 2004-05 31
Financial Statements
(h) Goods and Services Tax (GST)
Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the
amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred
is not recoverable from the Australian Tax Offi ce. In these
circumstances the GST is recognised as part of the cost of
acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense.
Receivables and payables in the statement of fi nancial position
are shown inclusive of GST.
(i) Adoption of Australian Equivalents to International
Financial Reporting Standards
The Authority is preparing for and managing the transition
to Australian Equivalents to International Financial Reporting
Standards (AIFRS) effective for the fi nancial years commencing
1 January 2005. The adoption of AIFRS will be refl ected in the
Authority’s fi nancial statements for the year ending 30th June
2006. On the fi rst time adoption of AIFRS, comparatives for
the fi nancial year ended 30th June 2005 are required to be
restated.
The entity’s management has assessed the signifi cance
of the expected changes and is preparing for their
implementation.
The directors are of the opinion that on adoption of AIFRS
there will be no key material differences to the Authority’s
accounting policies or any fi nancial effect. Users of the
fi nancial statements should note, however, that the effect
of AIFRS, could change if there are any amendments by
standard-setters to the current AIFRS or interpretation of the
AIFRS requirements changes from the continuing work of the
Authority’s management.
NOTE 2: REMUNERATION AND
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
2005 2004
$ $
(a) Director’s Remuneration
Income paid or payable to all
Directors of the Authority 32,000 32,000
The names of directors who have held offi ce during the
fi nancial year are:
Simon H FitzGerald (Chairman) Lia M Morris
Robert M Cassidy Stuart J Richey AM
Michael R Stevens Lesley E Blyth
Colin H Finch
(b) Retirement and
Superannuation Payments
Amounts paid directly to a
prescribed superannuation fund
for the provision of retirement
benefi ts for the above Directors 24,680 24,680
NOTE 3: AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION
The total of fees paid or due and payable to the Auditor
General for the fi nancial year, is as follows:
2005 2004
$ $
Fees for Audit 11,380 10,580
Fees for other services - -
11,380 10,580
NOTE 4: CASH
Reconciliation of Cash
Cash at the end of the fi nancial year as shown in the statement
of cash fl ows is reconciled to items in the statement of fi nancial
position as follows:
2005 2004
$ $
Cash on Hand 350 350
Deposits at Call 1,525,221 1,372,134
1,525,571 1,372,484
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NOTE 5: RECEIVABLES
2005 2004
$ $
Trade Debtors 60,163 87,183
Less: Provision for
Doubtful Debts (5,000) (5,000)
55,163 82,183
Other Debtors 43,504 20,883
Accrued Income 3,071 -
101,738 103,066
NOTE 6: PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
2005 2004
$ $
Navigation Aids at valuation 375,523 375,523
Less Accumulated Depreciation (277,645) (250,120)
97,878 125,403
Marine Facilities at valuation 7,649,834 7,736,319
Less Accumulated Depreciation (911,910) (582,890)
6,737,924 7,153,429
Plant and Equipment at cost 524,576 471,116
Less Accumulated Depreciation (417,500) (340,878)
107,076 130,238
TOTAL 6,942,878 7,409,070
Movements in Carrying Amounts
Movement in the carrying amounts for each class of asset
between the beginning and the end of the current fi nancial year
Navigation Marine Plant &
Aids Facilities Equipment Total
$ $ $ $
Balance at
the beginning
of year 125,403 7,153,429 130,238 7,409,070
Additions - 13,814 53,460 67,274
Disposals - (87,556) - (87,556)
Revaluation
increments/
(decrements) - - - -
Depreciation
Expense (27,525) (341,763) (76,622) (445,910)
Carrying
amount at
end of year 97,878 6,737,924 107,076 6,942,878
Valuations
Marine Facilities
Valuations are based on the assessment of current market
values and were made in accordance with the policy of
revaluing facilities every three to fi ve years. An independent
valuation of facilities was carried out during December
2003 by Sinclair Knight Merz Pty Ltd Consultant Engineers
and brought to account in January 2004. Consistent with
AASB1041, accumulated depreciation for revalued assets
has been credited to the marine facilities asset account.
Navigation Aids
Navigation aids were valued at their fair value during 1998
by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Navigation
aids will be revalued during 2005-06.
NOTE 7: OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS
2005 2004
$ $
Current:
Prepayments 19,471 31,066
19,471 31,066
NOTE 8: PAYABLES
2005 2004
$ $
Current:
Trade Creditors 319,791 141,496
Accrued expenses 35,955 69,357
355,746 210,853
NOTE 9: PROVISIONS
2005 2004
$ $
Current
Employee Entitlements 191,565 138,972
191,565 138,972
Non-Current
Employee Entitlements 38,805 38,989
Aggregate Employee Entitlements 230,370 177,961
No. No.
Number of Permanent
Employees at year-end 20 20
Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2005
Annual Report 2004-05 33
Financial Statements
NOTE 10: CONTRIBUTED EQUITY
2005 2004
$ $
Equity on Formation 9,939,050 9,939,050
9,939,050 9,939,050
Contributed equity consists of marine facilities and navigation
aids vested in MAST (at valuation) from the former Department
of Transport and former Port Authorities.
NOTE 11: RESERVES
2005 2004
$ $
Asset revaluation 8,943 8,943
8,943 8,943
(a) Movements During the Year
2005 2004
$ $
Asset revaluation reserve
Opening Balance 8,943 29,167
Revaluation increment on
marine facilities - (20,224)
Closing Balance 8,943 8,943
The asset revaluation reserve records revaluations of non-
current assets
NOTE 12: ACCUMULATED LOSS
2005 2004
$ $
Balance at the beginning of
the fi nancial year (1,421,121) (1,259,390)
Net surplus/(defi cit) (523,330) (161,731)
Balance at the end of the
fi nancial year (1,944,451) (1,421,121)
NOTE 13: LEASING COMMITMENTS
(a) Non-cancellable operating leases contracted for but
not capitalised in the accounts
2005 2004
$ $
Payable
- Not longer than 1 year 132,219 138,203
- Later than one year but not
later than 5 years 18,573 62,225
- Longer than 5 years - -
150,792 200,428
The property lease is a non-cancellable lease with a four-year
term, with rent payable monthly in advance. Contingent rental
provisions within the lease agreement require lease payments
to be reviewed annually. An option exists to renew the lease at
the end of the four year term for an additional four years.
The Authority has a number of leases for offi ce equipment,
which are non-cancellable with either a three or four year term.
Rent is payable monthly in arrears. An option exists to renew
the leases at the end of the term or purchase the equipment at
fair market value.
NOTE 14: SEGMENT INFORMATION
The Authority predominantly operates in one industry
segment being the management of all functions relating to
the safe operation of recreational and commercial vessels and
the licensing of operators. The Authority also oversees a wide
range of marine facilities.
These operations are confi ned to the one geographical
segment, being the State of Tasmania.
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Financial Statements
NOTE 15: CASH FLOW INFORMATION
(a) Reconciliation of Cash Flows from Ordinary Activities
with Operating Surplus
2005 2004
$ $
Operating Surplus/(Defi cit)
from ordinary activities (523,330) (161,731)
Non Cash Flows in
Operating Surplus:
Depreciation 445,910 511,079
Contribution – Non
Current Assets (100,000)
Write Down – Fixed Assets 3,625
Net Loss on Disposal
Non-Current Assets 87,556 20,487
Changes in Assets and
Liabilities
(Increase)/Decrease in
Receivables 1,328 34,221
(Increase)/Decrease in
Prepayments (43,405) (6,248)
Increase/(Decrease) in
Creditors 180,180 (51,962)
Increase/(Decrease) in
Employee Provisions 72,123 1,139
Net Cash provided by
Operating Activities 220,362 250,611
(b) Reconciliation of Payment for Fixed Assets
2005 2004
$ $
Payment for Fixed Assets (67,274) (53,325)
Proceeds from sale of plant
and equipment - 1,272
Net Payment for Fixed Assets (67,274) (52,053)
NOTE 16: EVENTS SUBSEQUENT TO REPORTING DATE
There have been no signifi cant events subsequent to
balance date which would materially alter the fi nancial results
shown in these statements.
NOTE 17: RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
The Authority has dealings from time to time with directors
in business capacities. Transactions between the Authority
and its related parties are on normal commercial terms and
conditions no more favourable than those available to other
parties. All such transactions are trivial or domestic in nature.
NOTE 18: FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
(i) Interest Rate Risk
The Authority’s exposure to interest rate risk, and the
effective interest rates on fi nancial instruments as at 30 June
2005 are:
Weighted
Average Effective Floating Interest Rate Non Interest Bearing Total
Interest Rate
2005 2004 2005 2004 2005 2004 2005 2004
Assets % % $ $ $ $ $ $
Cash 5.5 5.30 1,525,571 1,372,484 - - 1,525,571 1,372,484
Receivables - - 106,738 108,066 106,738 108,066
Total Financial Assets 1,525,571 1,372,484 106,738 108,066 1,632,309 1,480,550
Liabilities
Accounts Payable - - 355,747 210,853 355,747 210,853
Total Financial Liabilities - - 355,747 210,853 355,747 210,853
Net Financial Assets
and Liabilities 1,525,571 1,372,484 (249,009) (102,787) 1,276,562 1,269,697
Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements
For the year ended 30 June 2005
Annual Report 2004-05 35
Financial Statements
(ii) All fi nancial assets are unsecured
The carrying amounts of fi nancial assets included in the
balance sheet represent the Authority’s maximum exposure to
credit risk in relation to these assets. Where the Authority has a
right of set-off and intends to settle on a net basis, this set-off
has been refl ected in the fi nancial statements in accordance
with accounting standards.
(iii) Net Fair Values
The net fair values for fi nancial assets and liabilities
approximates their carrying value.
NOTE 19: CONTINGENT LIABILITIES AND
CONTINGENT ASSETS
There are no contingent liabilities or assets as at
30 June 2005.
36 Marine and Safety Tasmania
The Directors of the Authority declare that:
The fi nancial statements of the Marine and Safety Authority have been prepared in accordance with the Marine and Safety Authority
Act 1997, relevant Australian Accounting Standards and Urgent Issues Group Consensus Views. In the opinion of the members of
the Authority responsible for its operations during the reporting period:
1. (a) the Statement of Financial Performance is drawn up so as to give a true and fair view of the profi t/(loss) for the Authority for
the year ended 30 June 2005;
(b) the Statement of Financial Position is drawn up so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Authority as at
30 June 2005; and
(c) the Statement of Cash Flows gives a true and fair view of the cash fl ows for the fi nancial year.
2. At the date of signing we are not aware of any circumstances which would render the particulars included in the Financial
Statements misleading or inaccurate.
(Director) (Director) (Chief Executive)
27th September 2005 27th September 2005 27th September 2005
Superannuation Certificate
I, Colin Howard Finch, Chief Executive, Marine and Safety Tasmania, hereby certify that Marine and Safety Tasmania has met its
obligations under the Commonwealth’s Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act 1992 in respect of those employees of the
Authority who are members of the following complying superannuation schemes to which the Authority contributes.
• Commonwealth Superannuation Mastertrust
• Westpac Personal Superannuation Fund
• Navigator Personal Retirement Plan
• AMP Retirement Savings Account
• The Weston Superannuation Fund
• The Finch Superannuation Fund
• HESTA Superannuation Fund
• AMP Flexible Lifetime Super
• Tasplan Superannuation Plan
• Australian Retirement Fund
• UNI Superannuation Fund
• Retirement Benefi ts Fund
• Peter Harris Super Fund
• Colonial First State
• The Spectrum Plan
• AMP Life Limited
• ANSI Super Fund
• AXA Australia
C H Finch
Chief Executive
Marine and Safety Tasmania
27th September 2005
Directors’ DeclarationFinancial Statements
To the Members of the Parliament of Tasmania
MARINE AND SAFETY AUTHORITY
Financial Report for the Year Ended 30 June 2005
Matters Relating to the Electronic Presentation of the Audited Financial Statements
This audit report relates to the financial statements published in both the annual report and on the website of the Marine and Safety Authority for the year ended 30 June 2005. The Marine and Safety Authority’s Directors are responsible for the integrity of both the annual report and the website.
The audit report refers only to the financial statements and notes named below. It does not provide an opinion on any other information which may have been hyperlinked to/from the audited financial statements.
If users of this report are concerned with the inherent risks arising from electronic data communications they are advised to refer to the hard copy of the audited financial statements in the Marine and Safety Authority’s annual report.
Scope
The financial report and the Directors’ responsibilities
The financial report comprises the statement of financial performance, statement of financial position, statement of cash flows, accompanying notes to the financial statements, and the Director’s declaration of the Marine and Safety Authority for the year ended 30 June 2005.
The Directors are responsible for the preparation and true and fair presentation of the financial report in accordance with Section 25 of the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997. This includes responsibility for the maintenance of adequate accounting records and internal controls that are designed to prevent and detect fraud and error, and for the accounting policies and accounting estimates inherent in the financial report.
Audit approach
I conducted an independent audit in order to express an opinion to the Members of the Parliament of Tasmania. My audit was conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards in order to provide reasonable assurance as to whether the financial report is free of material misstatement. The nature of an audit is influenced by factors such as the use of professional judgment, selective testing, the inherent limitations of internal control, and the availability of persuasive rather than conclusive evidence. Therefore, an audit cannot guarantee that all material misstatements have been detected.
I performed procedures to assess whether in all material respects the financial report presents fairly, in accordance with the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997, the Treasurer’s Instructions, Accounting Standards and other mandatory financial reporting requirements in Australia, a view which is consistent with my understanding of the Marine and Safety Authority’s financial position, and of its performance as represented by the results of its operations and cash flows.
I formed my audit opinion on the basis of these procedures, which included:
• Examining, on a test basis, information to provide evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial report, and
• Assessing the appropriateness of the accounting policies and disclosures used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by the Directors.
While I considered the effectiveness of management’s internal controls over financial reporting when determining the nature and extent of my procedures, my audit was not designed to provide assurance on internal controls.
The Audit Opinion expressed in this report has been formed on the above basis.
Independence
In conducting my audit, I have met applicable independence requirements of Australian professional ethical pronouncements.
Audit Opinion
In my opinion the financial report of the Marine and Safety Authority:
a) Presents fairly the financial position of the Marine and Safety Authority as at 30 June 2005, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended; and
b) Is in accordance with the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997 and applicable Accounting Standards and other mandatory financial reporting requirements in Australia.
TASMANIAN AUDIT OFFICE
E R De SantiDIRECTOR QUALITY ASSURANCE, Delegate of the Auditor-General
HOBART29 September 2005
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