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Annual Report02/03

MAST

Annual Report 2002-03 1

30 September 2003

Hon Jim Cox

Minister for Infrastructure

Parliament House

HOBART 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 2003.

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 the Certifi cate of the Auditor-General are

included.

Simon FitzGerald

Chairman

MARINE andSAFETY

Chairman’s Letter

2 Marine and Safety Tasmania

Organisational Chart ......................................................................................3

Chairman’s Report ..........................................................................................4

CEO’s Report ..................................................................................................5

Strategic Plan 2003-2008 ...............................................................................6

Committees..................................................................................................12

The MAST Board ..........................................................................................13

Recreational Boating.....................................................................................14

Facilities........................................................................................................16

Commercial Vessels ......................................................................................18

Financial Statements.....................................................................................22

Incident Reports ...........................................................................................33

New Vessels..................................................................................................35

Recreational Boating Fund 2003 ...................................................................36

MAST Legislation Changes ...........................................................................36

Index

Back L-R | Michael Hunn, Peter Keyes, Charles Weston, Bill Batt, Peter Hopkins, Jim Caulfi eld, Justin Foster, Trevor Faust.

Centre L-R | Marilyn Percey, Joan Enfantie, Carole Hawkes, Gwyn Alway

Front L-R | Julie Woolley, Sandie Wickham, Julie Wells, Colin Finch, Robyn Froud, Genia Caulfi eld, Marita Bradshaw

Inset | Colin Andrews and Peter Gibson


Organisational Chart

Managers – Back left to right | Charles Weston, Trevor Faust, Colin Finch

Front left to right | Gwyn Alway, Bill Batt, Peter Hopkins

Peter KeyesVessel Standards Offi cer

Michael HunnSenior Naval Architect

Carole HawkesSurvey Clerk

Alex Huntir*Manager Vessel Safety

Genia Caulfi eldCert. CompetencyAssessment Offi cer

(part-time)

Joan EnfantieAdmin Assistant

Sandie WickhamAdmin Assistant

Julie WellsAdmin Assistant

(part-time)

Marilyn PerceyAdmin Assistant

(part-time)

Justin FosterRecreational Boating

Safety Offi cer

Julie WoolleyFacilities Project Offi cer

Jim Caulfi eldFacilities Project Offi cer

Col AndrewsPort Manager – St Helens

Peter GibsonN/W Safety Offi cer

Gwyn AlwayVessel Standards and

Survey

Charles WestonMarine Operations

Bill BattAdministration

Peter HopkinsRecreational Boating

Marine Facilities

Trevor FaustMarine Projects

Robyn FroudCEO Secretary

(part-time)

Marita BradshawCEO Secretary

(part-time)

Colin FinchCEO

* Alex Huntir resigned January 2003 Lisa Romero took up this position from August 2003


Chairman’s Report

In completing its sixth year of operation MAST

continues to update and improve its services to

both commercial and recreational boating.

On the commercial side MAST introduced

new legislation for Certifi cates of Competency

and crewing of commercial vessels. Tasmania

was the fi rst State to implement Part D of the

National Standard for Commercial Vessels which

introduced competency based training and

assessment in line with modern training practice.

MAST has also almost completed its program

of auditing older passenger vessels against

current safety standards. This measure is part of

a program to improve the safety of commercial

passenger carrying vessels. The assistance and cooperation

of industry with MAST has enabled the advancement

of developing a safety management approach for the

operation of passenger vessels. MAST has worked closely

with shipbuilders around the State on the approval of

design and construction of new vessels. During the year

commercial vessels were sent to most States as well

as American Samoa (in the Pacifi c) and Noumea.

MAST has worked to improve recreational boating

safety through improved water management arrange-

ments, its new school based program, increased on water

boating patrols and the highly successful boating safety

evenings around the State. MAST continues to recognise

that the recreational boater is out to have an enjoyable

time and does not want to encounter heavy handed

regulation or unhelpful and bureaucratic staff.

MAST continues to develop both inland and coastal

facilities for recreational boat owners. The recreational

facilities program that utilises funds from boat registrations

has continued to be very popular with another 20 projects

being funded this year. With the assistance of other

organisations including Councils, Parks and Wildlife

and Hydro Tasmania, MAST has spent $1,754,627

on upgrading recreational facilities since it began

the program in 1998.

The introduction of a periodic licence fee at the end of

the year means that there will be almost double the funds

available for recreational boating facilities and services in

future years. The meetings held to discuss the licence fee

were well attended and the support from a large number

of the boating public for the fee increase demonstrated

the popularity of the recreational boating facilities

program and the strength of demand for further

improvements to both services and facilities.

MAST has upgraded a number of commercial facilities

during the year. The Board acknowledges the assistance

of Government through the infrastructure fund which

provided $596,000 to upgrade the Southport boat ramp,

the Dennes Point jetty and construct and install the Port

Sorell pontoon.

A Strategic Asset Management Plan, which indicates

several jetties inherited by MAST are nearing the end of

their useful life, is currently being fi nalised for submission

to Government. Dependent upon the outcome of resultant

discussions MAST may need to look to Government for

assistance to implement the plan.

As part of its ongoing management plan MAST

has now completed studies of the barway systems

at entrances to major rivers and harbours around the

Tasmanian coast. In all cases the resources required to

provide permanent navigatable access are well beyond

the means of MAST. Vessel owners ought not hold

unrealistic expectations that remedial works should be

carried out, on what are essentially naturally occurring

phenomena, irrespective of the scale of the problems

or the cost of providing access.

Finally, I would like to thank the Board and Staff of

MAST for their enthusiasm and dedication throughout

the year. I have no doubt that both the commercial and

recreational boating fraternity appreciate the willingness

and friendliness that MAST staff brings to their interaction

with all members of the public. MAST has now been in

operation for six years and has risen to the challenge of

making boating safer and more enjoyable for all.

Simon FitzGerald


Chief Executive Officer’s Report

This has been the

sixth year of MAST’s op-

erations. The emphasis

this year has been on

improving recreational

and commercial vessel

facilities. MAST has

been a benefi ciary

of the Government’s

infrastructure program

with assistance for

new marine facilities

at Dennes Point, South-

port and Port Sorell.

Regrettably, there were two fatalities during the year,

although one may not have been related to the operation

of a vessel. It has been most heartening that all boat

owners continue to heed the safety messages promoted

by MAST.

The Board has continued to take an active interest

in the operations and activities of MAST. They have

frequently attended external meetings with our stake-

holders particularly in the recreational area. Their support

during the year has greatly assisted MAST to implement

its objectives during the year.

We have continued to work closely with our stake-

holders to add to their boating enjoyment, safety and

commercial viability. This year MAST developed a new

Strategic Plan for 2003/08 and invited ten members

representing all sectors of the recreational and commer-

cial industry to sit down with the Board and staff and

help us set a vision for the future. In the resulting plan,

published in this report, we identifi ed six key initiatives

which will improve services to our stakeholders and at

the same time address the risks faced by our organisation.

MAST carried out a major survey of recreational boat

owners in Spring 2002. While many boat owners were

satisfi ed with the facilities they were able to access signifi -

cant areas where boating could be made safer and more

enjoyable with improvements to boat ramps and jetties.

Accordingly, MAST developed a proposal to introduce a

periodic fee for recreational boat licences with all of the

funds raised being spent on upgrading recreational facili-

ties. Following extensive consultation boat owners agreed

to the introduction of a $30 fee for a three year licence.

These fees will almost double the funds available to MAST

to upgrade recreational boating facilities and services.

We have continued our program of boating

education evenings which have attracted large numbers

to meetings held across the State. We have also expanded

our program of boating patrols particularly in the North

of the State and on Inland Waters.

Over the past fi ve years marine safety agencies at

a national level have been developing a new standard

to replace the Uniform Shipping Laws Code which was

published in the early 1980’s. The Code covers the

design, maintenance, and operation of vessels and the

certifi cation of Masters and Skippers. MAST was the fi rst

marine safety agency in Australia to introduce Part D

of the new National Standard. From January 2003 any

Certifi cate of Competency issued for a Master, Skipper

or Engineer has been issued on the basis of a proven

demonstration of acquired competency. This brings the

maritime industry into line with modern industry practice

and will provide a quicker and more certain path to

qualifi cations while enhancing marine safety.

Alex Huntir resigned from MAST after two years

spent developing safety management on passenger

vessels. We wish him well in his post in the welfare fi eld.

He was replaced after year end by Mrs. Lisa Romero.

We hope that this Annual Report will give readers

a clearer understanding of what MAST has done and

is doing to improve our services and the safety of

commercial and recreational boating.

Colin Finch


Strategic Plan 2003-2008

ENVISIONED FUTURE

Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST) has established,

in conjunction with representatives of our major

stakeholders, an aspirational vision and mission to create

a clear picture of the way forward for the organisation.

Vision

“Making boating on our waterways safe and enjoyable”

Mission

Relationships

• All stakeholders actively participate in MAST consulta-

tion processes and are kept informed of relevant matters

• Stakeholders are satisfi ed with all the services

provided by MAST

Facilities management

• Facilities meet the expectations of the boating public

• Marine facilities are developed and/or maintained

within a sustainable economic management strategy

• MAST no longer manages those facilities with limited

boating use

Operator competency

• A simplifi ed pathway towards gaining a certifi cate

of competency is available which is based on

targeted, quality sea-time and supported by industry

• Streamlined career paths in the industry make it an

attractive occupation

• Appropriate training is offered to existing and new

recreational boaters

• All new recreational licence holders have proved their

practical competence

• All commercial crews possess a minimum safety

qualifi cation

Vessel standards

• New and existing commercial vessels are maintained

to a high standard as a result of regular surveys and/

or owner self assessment

• New recreational boats meet the Australian Builders

Plate Standard

• High safety design standards are adopted for all vessels

Results

• Accidents and incidents have been reduced to a

minimum

• MAST is recognised as an essential participant in the

marine sector

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

The following strategic priorities have been identifi ed

as the key initiatives required to enable step changes in

MAST’s performance and hence move the organisation

closer to realising its vision and mission. These have taken

into consideration the key external infl uences on the

organisation and MAST’s current capability to respond

to those infl uences (refer to Appendix I). A further two

strategic options were not incorporated into this Plan but

will be reviewed next year (refer to Appendix II)

1. To work with the commercial industry to improve its

safety culture and safety performance.

2. To transfer the ownership and management of marine

facilities that have limited boating use to other bodies

where appropriate.

3. To enable the equitable funding of commercial boating

facilities so they meet the current and future require-

ments of users.

4. To develop waterway guides for all high usage areas

to not only raise recreational boater awareness

of navigational hazards and direct people to safe

anchorages and other facilities, but to also make

boating safer and more enjoyable.

5. To introduce zoning in specifi c high usage/confi ned

waterways to increase the safety and enjoyment

of users.

6. To introduce practical training and/or recognition of

prior learning to complement the existing recreational

boating licence requirements and support ongoing

boater education.


STRATEGY INTO ACTION

• 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 skill, and operational procedures.

It has been estimated that 80% of marine incidents involve

human error and relate to vessel operational practices

therefore methods to improve operational management

will have a positive impact on safety performance.

The fi shing industry

The fi shing industry has one of the highest rates of

death of all industries in Australia. The facts show that

fatalities continue to occur reinforcing that the industry

is inherently dangerous. Other dangerous industries such

as mining, construction and offshore petroleum have

successfully reduced their fatality rates which are now

signifi cantly lower than those reported in the fi shing

industry. This suggests there is scope for improvement in

the fi shing industry.

Although MAST has gained industry respect in

the areas of vessel standards and generic seafaring

skills, it is not well placed to give advice about matters

specifi cally relating to fi shing vessel operation. If MAST

were to try and provide advice in an effort to improve

safety performance, it would probably fail because

the organisation is not knowledgeable, or seen to be

knowledgeable in this respect.

In order to assist the fi shing industry improve its

safety performance, MAST needs to understand the

issues relating to commercial fi shing operations and

demonstrate a willingness to work with the industry in a

practical way to positively infl uence the safety culture.

The trading vessel industry

The trading industry predominantly involves passenger

operations. This sector is enjoying signifi cant growth

which has led to larger, more complex vessels and

increased passenger numbers, however the industry

success could suffer if a marine incident caused a loss in

market confi dence.

Passengers on a vessel are in an elevated risk category

compared to vessel crews. The community at large have a

reasonable expectation that when they pay a fare on a

vessel, they will be safe and the risk of an incident or

accident is very small. For this reason it is important that

operational practices on trading vessels are to a high standard.

To improve operational practices on trading vessels

MAST needs to work with industry to develop systems

that minimise and control hazards. A proven method of

managing the operation of vessels, that has been endorsed

by the industry is to employ safety management systems.

Actions Timeframe

1 Consult with leading fi shing industry groups to determine

the key safety issues and potential solutions

31 Dec 2003

2 Develop and implement a strategy to expand the knowledge

of MAST staff in commercial fi shing operations.

• Engage regional fi shing industry role models to work

with MAST to develop a safety strategy for commercial

fi shing operators.

• Using credible fi shing industry role models, deliver the

agreed safety strategy.

28 Feb 2004

3 Introduce and implement safety management systems for

vessels that carry passengers by introducing legislation and

working with vessel operators.

30 Jun 2004

4 Measure the effectiveness of the safety strategies and

make modifi cations as required.

31 Dec 2004



To transfer the ownership and management of

marine facilities that have limited boating use to

other bodies where appropriate.

Since its formation in 1997, MAST has been

responsible for managing wharves, jetties, boat ramps,

training walls and breakwaters and navigation aids,

previously under the control of the Department of

Transport and former Marine Boards.

Many of these facilities were built in excess of

forty years ago, but due to changes in recreational

and commercial boating trends, no longer fulfi ll their

original purpose. In some instances, commercial entities

and government agencies are deriving an income from

conducting businesses from or through a facility without

contribution to its upkeep. To date, any attempts to

close facilities based on engineering advice have met

with community concern and have resulted in the

Government’s rebuilding the facility. Some facilities

now offer little or no benefi t to the general boating

community and if they were to be maintained, would

require additional capital injection.

MAST needs to work with key stakeholder groups

to determine if each facility has a role now and into the

future, and if so, which organisation is in the best position

to own and manage that facility so it meets the needs of

its user groups. Where required, favourable conditions

then need to be agreed to facilitate the transfer of

ownership to the more appropriate body.

Actions Timeframe

1 Identify MAST facilities that have limited or no boating use. 30 Jun 2003

2 Determine the users of each facility and their usage patterns. 30 Sep 2003

3 In consultation with users, determine potential or alternative uses for each facility. 31 Dec 2004

4 Develop a framework with associated guidelines for the divestment of facilities. 31 Aug 2003

5 Using the framework as a guide, negotiate with potential facility owners and where

transfer of ownership is agreed, determine the handover strategy.

31 Dec 2005

6 Where agreement has been reached, implement the handover strategy or take steps to

decommission the facility.

31 Jan 2006



To develop waterway guides for all high usage areas

to not only raise recreational boater awareness

of navigational hazards and direct people to safe

anchorages and other facilities, but to also make

boating safer and more enjoyable.

The information currently available on boating on

Tasmanian waterways is limited, particularly for small

craft. Further, the material can be costly and awkward

to carry. Additional on-board information would enhance

boating safety, particularly given Tasmania’s changeable

weather patterns and the need for boaters to often fi nd

safe anchorages at very short notice.

The absence of effective guides increases the likelihood

that some recreational boaters may be unaware that they

are entering zoned areas such as ski lanes, fi ve knot zones

and prohibited areas.

To create informative, user-friendly boating guides,

MAST will need to draw on existing information as well

as conduct fi eld trips to gather additional data on local

conditions.


To enable the equitable funding of commercial

boating facilities so they meet the current and

future requirements of users.

MAST is currently managing 17 facilities that are

primarily used by commercial operators. Unlike Hobart

Ports Corporation, MAST does not derive any income

directly from commercial operators for the use and

maintenance of these facilities.

The latest engineering survey reports that approximately

10 of these facilities require substantial repairs in the next

10 years. The current annual appropriation will not cover

all of the substantial repair costs. While other states have

implemented various forms of ‘user pays’ arrangements,

there is a concern that commercial operators in Tasmania

would fi nd further charges intolerable. Even if implemented,

given the small number of commercial operators,

the potential for revenue generation would fall well

short of targets.

MAST needs to understand what charges are

being imposed by government agencies on commercial

operators and where this revenue is being channelled.

With this information, MAST will be in a position to

propose an equitable and sustainable funding strategy

that will be acceptable to all key stakeholders.

Actions Timeframe

1 MAST needs to determine what money is currently being

collected from commercial operators, and by whom, how

it is being used, and how local commercial operators are

benefi ting either directly or indirectly.

31 Aug 2003

2 Investigate how other states are funding the maintenance

and upgrade of commercial facilities.

31 Aug 2003

3 Identify current facility usage patterns and determine

users’ preferred current and future facility requirements.

30 Jun 2004

4 Develop a funding model that will ensure the sustainability

of commercial facilities and gain Government support for

the model.

31 Dec 2004

5 Implement the funding model 1 Jul 2005

Actions Timeframe

1 Identify high use waterways 30 Jun 2003

2 Develop a guide for each of the high use waterways by:

• consulting with users to identify what information

should be included in each guide;

• gathering the required information, both existing and

new, to meet the stated needs of users;

• determining the most appropriate format for the

waterway guides;

• developing a distribution strategy and pricing policy; and

• commencing distribution of the new waterway guides.

2 guides/

fi nancial year



To introduce zoning in specifi c high usage/confi ned

waterways to increase the safety and enjoyment of users.

Analysis of written complaints, infringement notices

and anecdotal evidence from MAST staff highlights the

problems amongst users on some waterways. In addition

to user issues at some sites there are also a high number

of ‘noise’ complaints from adjacent property owners.

Most states have implemented zoning for various

types of aquatic activities. Informal discussions with inter-

state authorities indicate that zoning is helping to reduce

both confl ict and incidents amongst various user groups.

In Tasmania there are a number of zones that have been

defi ned through legislation and other areas such as the

Tamar River, Lake Barrington and Lake Trevallyn that have

informal agreements amongst users. Results from a recent

survey indicate that over 70% of respondents agree that

MAST should zone certain waterways if it improves safety.

MAST is currently developing plans in areas that have

attracted signifi cant complaints. Further research needs to

be carried out by MAST to identify which other areas also

attract complaints and are therefore a priority for zoning.

With mixed and polarised views amongst users, and some

grey areas in jurisdictional responsibilities for planning

issues, agreement and implementation in some areas will

be diffi cult. Once the areas are zoned, extensive publicity

will be required to inform users of the changes.


To introduce practical training and/or recognition

of prior learning to complement the existing

recreational boating licence requirements and

support ongoing boater safety education.

Currently in Tasmania, the prerequisites for obtaining

a recreational boating licence are age verifi cation,

identifi cation, physical capability and a good knowledge of

the Marine and Safety (Motor Boat and Licence) By-laws

and Marine and Safety (Collision) Regulations. There is no

obligation to achieve a certain level of practical competency.

Information from Marine Safety Queensland shows

that in over half the reported incidents in 2002, human

errors were identifi ed as contributing factors. Infl uenced

by these statistics, Queensland is moving to compulsory

practical training prior to the issuing of a recreational

boating licence; however it is too early to determine its

impact on accident/injury rates. The Tasmanian experience

of introducing practical training for probationary car

drivers has demonstrated a positive impact on incidents.

MAST will have to develop a compelling case to convince

recreational boaters of the need and benefi ts of achieving a

certain level of practical profi ciency. Responses from MAST

surveys and enrolments in available courses show that

practical training would be welcomed by many boaters.

Actions Timeframe

1 Identify waterways that appear to require zoning because a

current need is demonstrated or a future need is anticipated

31 Aug 2003

2 For those areas identifi ed for zoning, consult with user

groups and determine if zoning is appropriate and if it is,

which mechanism should be used (ie legislation or informal

agreement amongst user groups).

30 Jun 2004

3 Where zoning is supported, develop an implementation

plan which includes either the preparation of legislation/

development of informal agreement; a publicity and

education strategy; signage requirements; and the inclusion

of new zoning details in relevant waterway guides.

31 Dec 2004

4 Establish a process to measure the success of implementation

that includes consultation with user groups, and assessment

of the number of infringements and complaints.

31 Dec 2005

Actions Timeframe

1 Conduct a pilot program to test the recently developed

training course and evaluate its effectiveness based on

user feedback and the NMSC competencies.

30 Sep 2003

2 Develop a process to accredit training providers and

fi nalise a list of licensed providers.

31 Oct 2003

3 Develop alternative options to practical training to

demonstrate competency eg. log book as evidence of

recognition of prior learning.

31 Mar 2004

4 Develop a mechanism to monitor the impact of practical

training on incidents in Tasmania, to track the effectiveness

of initiatives in other States, and where appropriate,

exchange learnings.

31 Dec 2005


MEASURING SUCCESS

The following performance indicators will be used to

monitor the success of MAST’s strategy.

INDICATOR Baseline June 2003

Target June 2004

Number of reported incidents 26 25

% increase in the number of

recreational boat licences issued

7.9% 5%

% of recreational boats that

comply with safety requirements

75% 80%

% of commercial boats that

comply with safety requirements

74.3% 80%

APPENDIX I

KEY EXTERNAL INFLUENCES

• An increase in ‘user pays’

• Major world changes such as SARS and terrorism

• Instability in the insurance sector

• An increase in consumer expectations

• Regulatory change in the marine environment

• An increase in maritime use and technology and

hence an increase in the demand on waterways

• An increase in marine safety consciousness and safety

performance

CURRENT CAPABILITY

Strengths

• Good knowledge of customers and their changing

requirements

• Commitment to consultation with stakeholders

• Easily accessible & approachable staff, competent

in their respective technical areas

• Good relationships with customers, industry and

government

• A leader in marine issues nationally

• Credibility due to track record with resulting good

public profi le

• A fl exible and adaptable organisation ready to

respond to external events

• Proactive approach and commitment to planning

• A ‘user pays’ mindset already well established in the

marine industry which has been facilitated by the

introduction of the current recreational boating model

Weaknesses

• Inability to change continuing ‘grey areas’ of

responsibility on marine matters

• Lack of consistency in the development,

interpretation and enforcement of regulations

• A small organisation which has the potential to be

overwhelmed by large external events

• Inability to infl uence government and other agencies

on some matters

• Lack of specifi c technical expertise in some areas

• Involvement in areas which should be contracted

out as a result of providers not being able to gain

insurance

• Inability to disassociate ourselves from some non-core

business activities

• Deteriorating assets

• Public liability exposure with marine assets under

management

APPENDIX II

The following two strategic options have not been

included in this Plan, however, they will be revisited when

the Plan is reviewed in 12 months.

• Increase the visibility of enforcement offi cers to

enhance safety awareness and improve safety

practices.

• Register all motor vessels to ensure users pay for

development and maintenance of facilities and

services, thereby creating a more equitable system.

The remaining two items which were originally put

forward as strategic options were seen to be more

operational in nature. As a result, they will now be

included in MAST’s Business Plan.

• Gain ISO accreditation to improve MAST’s consistency

and credibility.

• Further multi-skill MAST staff to create a more

fl exible organisation that is better able to respond

to changing external demands, thereby reducing its

vulnerability.


Committees

EXTERNAL

Australian Maritime Group

Colin Finch Chief Executive Offi cer

Australia New Zealand Safe Boating Education

Group (ANZSBEG)

Peter Hopkins Manager – Recreational Boating

Derwent Estuary Program

Julie Woolley Facilities Project Offi cer

East/North East Coastal & Marine Management Group

Julie Woolley Facilities Project Offi cer

Tasmanian Fishing Industry Training Board

Charles Weston Manager – Marine Operations

Marinas Association of Australia – Tasmania Division

Peter Hopkins Manager – Recreational Boating

Melaleuca – Port Davey Advisory Committee


National Marine Safety Committee (NMSC)


Port Sorell Active Australia Committee

Peter Hopkins Manager - Recreational Boating

South Esk Water Useage Committee

Justin Foster Recreational Boating Safety Offi cer

State Marine Pollution Committee


Tamar River Working Group


Tasmania Police Marine Search and Rescue


(TIGERS) – Recreational Fishers Services Pack Working

Group

Jim Caulfi eld Facilities Project Offi cer

NMSC – Vessels Safety Technical Group

Peter Keyes Manager Certifi cation of New Vessels

Gwyn Alway Manager Vessel Standards and Survey

NMSC – Fire Safety Systems Reference Group

Trevor Faust Manager Marine Projects

NMSC – Record of Practical Training and Service

Reference Group


NMSC – Legislation Working Group


INTERNAL

Vessel Manning Committee


Gwyn Alway Manager Vessel Standards

Charles Weston Manager Marine Operations

Peter Keyes Manager Certifi cation of New Vessels

Occupational Health and Safety Committee

Willam Batt Manager Administration

Gywn Alway Manager Vessel Standards and Survey

Jim Caulfi eld Facilities Project Offi cer

Robyn Froud Administration Assistant

Joan Enfantie Administration Assistant



Board Members – Back left to right | Colin Finch, Michael Stevens, Lia Morris

Front left to right | Stuart Richey, Lesley Blyth, Robert Cassidy, Simon FitzGerald

MAST is managed by a Board appointed by the Minister

for Infrastructure which represent the various sectors of

the boating community and at the same time is drawn

from all parts of the State. The board members are:

Simon FitzGerald

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 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 HIA’s Executive Director – Planning and

Environment as well as a Commissioner of the Resource

Planning and Development Commission. Mrs Morris is

also a keen recreational boater.

Stuart Richey

Mr Richey is the 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 the National Marine Safety Committee.

Lesley Blyth

Ms Blyth is the Practice Manager at St Johns 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.

The MAST Board


2,9623,195

2,871

1,000

1,500

2,000

2,500

3,000

3,500

2000/2001 2001/2002 2002/2003

Financial Year

REGISTERED MOORINGS

19,931

18,841

21,045

17,500

20,000

22,500

2000/2001 2001/2002 2002/2003Financial Year

RECREATIONAL VESSEL REGISTRATION

51,37743,825 47,612

10,000

20,000

30,000

40,000

50,000

60,000

2000/2001 2001/2002 2002/2003

Financial Year

MOTOR BOAT LICENCES

Recreational Boating

MAST is responsible for:

• Licensing operators of recreational boats

• Registering recreational boats

• Registering moorings

• Providing funding for recreational boating facilities

• Managing boating safety programs

RECREATIONAL BOAT REGISTRATIONS

There are 21,045 registered recreational boats in

Tasmania. This represents a growth of 5.6% in the past

year, slightly down on growth in 2001-2002.

Personal water craft registrations grew by 22.9% last

year to 419. The number of craft registered increased by

173.9% in the past 5 years.

RECREATIONAL LICENCES

There were 3,765 new recreational boat licences issued

in 2002-2003, an increase of 7.9%. Marine and Safety

Tasmania has issued 24,780 new motor boat licences in

the past 6 years. This means that the number of motor

boat licences has more than doubled from 1997 to 2003.

In Spring 2002 MAST conducted a survey of all

registered recreational boaters which focused on the

facilities and services available for recreational boats.

MAST received 6,794 responses; this refl ects over 35% of

registered boat owners.

While the survey showed that boaters were generally

happy with their facilities a signifi cant number encountered

diffi culties at either boat ramps or jetties. In addition boat

owners sought improved services from MAST.

Originally MAST had intended that all recreational

boat licences would expire at the end of 2002. However,

it was decided to extend the expiry date by six months

to allow for more discussion of the outcomes of the

recreational boating survey. Following a review of

the survey results the Board considered three options

for further examination. These options included the

introduction of a periodic fee for recreational boat licences

that would provide for improved services and facilities, a

one off administration fee to pay for the licence renewal

process or no fee with a consequential reduction in

funding for recreational boating facilities in 2003/04.

MAST prepared a Regulatory Impact Statement which

was sent in summary form to every registered boat owner.

MAST also sent copies of the formal RIS to every boating

and fi shing club. MAST also held a series of statewide public

meetings to discuss the options. Overwhelmingly the public

meetings voted in favour of a three year licence costing $30.

The resultant $865,000, net of the administrative

costs of renewing the boat licence, will be used to fund

improved facilities and boating services.

MOORINGS

The number of registered moorings increased slightly

from 2,962 to 3,115; an increase of 5%. This is in line

with the small increases that have been experienced over

the last few years; MAST does not anticipate a signifi cant

increase in registered moorings in the future.

The Gardens Mooring


MAST continued with its statewide mooring audit

program. These audits have helped identify a number of

issues that MAST will focus on in 2003/04. These include

moorings that lay unused for extended periods and

become a hazard to navigation, moorings that do not

display a current registration tag and moorings that do

not use an approved buoy.

MAST also resumed responsibility for moorings in

Kangaroo Bay. Previously this area was managed by

the Bellerive Yacht Club on behalf of MAST. Two other

mooring areas within the State continue to be managed

by local yacht clubs. These are specifi c areas of the Tamar

River which are adjacent to the Tamar Yacht Club and the

Port Dalrymple Yacht Club.

BOATING SAFETY PROGRAM

Many signifi cant achievements have been made this year

to fulfi l our commitments in our 2002/03 Corporate

Plan under the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997

enhancing the safe operation of vessels in Tasmania. The

2002/03 Corporate Plan built upon the recommendations

of the MAST Recreational Boating Safety Review

completed in 2000.

After the successful implementation of the ‘Be Boat

Safe’ Teacher Resource Kit in 2001, this year has seen the

addition of a video to accompany the kit. The kit is aimed

at children in grades 3 and 4 and is designed to be used

by a teacher with little boating experience. The video has

allowed teachers with a limited knowledge of boating to

successfully run a class. This has also allowed a greater

number of children to participate in boating safety who

may not have previously had the opportunity. The video has

been very well received by the schools and its arrival has

sparked renewed interest in the Teacher Resource Kit and

has resulted in many requests for MAST to attend schools

to conduct sessions. During the year MAST visited 10

schools to help with the safe boating education program.

After the success of AGFEST in 2002 MAST again

decided to exhibit this year. Valuable feedback regarding

facilities was gained from the record numbers who visited

the show and MAST’s display. It also provided the public

with the opportunity to ask any queries regarding the

reissue of Motor Boat Licences which took effect a month

after AGFEST.

MAST’s other main interaction with the public

continues to be its involvement with dealer-run boat

shows around the state and the popular education

evenings held at Taranna,

New Norfolk, Triabunna

and Bridport. MAST staff

were on hand at boat shows

in the south and north-

west of Tasmania in July and

also conducted several fl are

demonstrations that were well

received by those who attended

the shows.

MAST continued its series

of education evenings around

the State visiting Devonport,

Hobart and Launceston. The variety of topics has also

increased with the last round covering search and rescue

and survival at sea as well as marine electronics which

was most popular with recreational boaters. The need

for these evenings has again been proven with large

attendances experienced at each evening, showing that

boaters are keen to increase their knowledge. In all over

1,000 boaters attended the education nights.

During 2002 an Enforcement and Education Offi cer,

Peter Gibson was employed on a part-time basis operating

on the North-West Coast of Tasmania. This proved to be a

great success and this year the hours and area of operation

of Mr Gibson were increased to cover the Tamar River

and the Highland Lakes. This greatly increased MAST’s

presence in areas that have previously been identifi ed by

recreational boaters as requiring more patrols. MAST is

also now looking at a similar arrangement with a part-time

offi cer in the North-East of the State.

Perhaps one of the most important goals highlighted

in MAST’s Corporate Plan is to “introduce practical training

and/or recognition of prior learning to complement the

existing recreational boating licence requirements and

support ongoing boater education.” As a result, MAST

has developed a course for recreational trailer boat

operators based on NMSC national core competencies.

Pilot programs have been run by MAST staff and also the

Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania to test the practicality of the

course. Subsequent to year end the course was offered by

Adult Education where it has proved very popular. It will

now be offered to interested bodies who can become

accredited to offer courses to the public. This will fi ll a void

which currently exists, allowing people who are new to

boating or people who are licensed but lack experience,

to gain valuable skills under guidance.

Top | Justin Foster at Blackmans Bay Primary School

Above | Practical tuition RYCT


RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

Each year MAST sets aside $220,000 from boating regis-

trations to upgrade recreational boating facilities. By the

end of the calendar year 2003 MAST, in association with

Councils, Hydro Tasmania, Parks and Wildlife Service and

others will have provided over $1,700,000 to improve

recreational boating facilities since the program began

in 1998.

MAST sought submissions from recreational boat

owners for worthwhile recreational boating projects.

In addition MAST approached Councils seeking their

input for upgrading facilities. A MAST Offi cer met with

proponents on site to discuss their proposal, providing

an opportunity for the proponent to provide additional

information to assist their proposal. MAST then held

6 regional meetings Statewide to enable the boating

community to discuss the submissions.

The most signifi cant projects being funded this year

are the installation of a pontoon adjacent to the boat

ramp at Trevallyn, completion of the resurfacing of the

boat ramp in Victoria Parade at Devonport, construction

of a new launching ramp at Arthur River, construction

of a new launching ramp at Old Beach, installation of

a walkway at Gypsy Bay, replacement of the jetty at

Dru Point, upgrade a boat ramp on Lake Burbury, and

installation of a ramp and landing stage on the Huonville

Foreshore. MAST has set aside $52,269 in funding for

inland waters projects this year. MAST is assisting Hydro

Tasmania in preparing a fi ve-year strategy for all inland

waters facilities on its land. The intention is to provide

better community based boat ramps on Great Lake and

Arthurs Lake which will be accessible at lower lake levels.

A full list of projects in 2003 is listed on page 36.

In March the Board approved administrative

changes to the Recreational Boating Fund so that in

future the fund will operate on a fi nancial year rather

than a calendar year. This will assist Local Government

Authorities and owners of facilities to budget for

projects and enable projects to commence in Spring,

allowing projects to be completed in potentially better

weather patterns.

With the introduction of the three year, $30 licence

fee the Recreational Boating Fund will almost double and

it is expected that MAST will spend over $1.4 million on

upgrading and improving recreational boating facilities

over the next 3 years.

MARINE RADIO

The year has seen MAST’s marine radio services continue

to operate effi ciently and effectively. These services are

only made possible due to the generous support provided

by volunteer radio groups particularly the Tasmanian

Smallcraft Marine Radio Group.

“Coast Radio Hobart” has now been successfully

operating for one year. This High Frequency radio

monitoring station forms part of the national coast radio

network and replaces the previous service provided by

Telstra Maritime.

The improved VHF radio service for the East Coast

has also been operating for almost a year. The service

includes weather forecasts, position skeds, marine safety

information and most importantly 24 hour per day

monitoring for distress calls by operators in Hobart.

The existing VHF Repeater network also continues

to perform well with all six sites being operational about

99.7% of the time throughout the year.

MAST has also improved their web site information

about volunteer radio stations around the coast.

Vessel operators can now check the web site for times

of operation, times of weather forecasts and skeds,

frequencies monitored and other services for any of the

volunteer stations around the Tasmanian coast.

Gypsy Bay

boat ramp

Facilities

Redecked jetty at Taranna


COMMERCIAL FACILITIES

Each year MAST receives an allocation of $700,000 from

Government to maintain facilities vested in MAST. These

facilities include:

• 32 jetties and wharves

• 20 boat ramps

• 7 training walls and breakwaters

• 252 navigation aids

MAST introduced an internal audit and inspection

system for MAST-owned facilities so that facilities

are inspected at least four times a year. The ongoing

monitoring program will ensure that MAST facilities will

be maintained to a high standard and will help determine

where maintenance will be required in the future.

As a result of the audit and inspection process

MAST carried out a program of maintenance works

on its facilities designed to improve their safety and

effectiveness. In addition to these repairs and on-going

maintenance, works on improving boating facilities under

the State Infrastructure Fund continued.

A new jetty costing $230,000 was built at Dennes

Point on Bruny Island funded through the Infrastructure

Fund. A new double ramp and walkway together with a

new car park has been constructed at Southport in the

South. In the North West MAST replaced the Port Sorell

Jetty with a pontoon at a cost of $276,000.

The Southport project

was constructed with a

budget of $230,000 and is

seen as a major benefi t to

the State’s abalone industry.

Twenty percent of the State’s

catch is landed at Southport.

This project was funded

through the Infrastructure

Fund following discussions

between Government and

the Tasmanian Abalone

Council. The facility will be

managed and owned by the

Huon Valley Council.

The navigation aids

maintenance is contracted to

Australian Maritime Systems

Ltd who has continued

to ensure the aids are maintained to a high standard

and reliability in keeping with international guidelines

established by the International Association of Lighthouse

Authorities. During the year new aids have been located

at Schouten Reef on the East Coast, Bull Kelper Reef

at Marion Narrows and Musselroe Bay in the State’s far

North East.

Top | Dennes Point Jetty

Above | Port Sorell pontoon – under construction

Southport dual boat ramp and walkway


COMMERCIAL VESSELS

1240 1219 1218

32 35 33

250

550

850

1,150

1,450

2000/2001 2001/2002 2002/2003

Financial YearVessels in Survey

Vessels out of Survey

Commercial Vessels

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. Survey or audits periods now range

between one, two or three yearly intervals depending

on the risk and type of operation and the standard of

vessel maintenance, providing incentive for operators to

maintain their vessels well.

The survey system is also designed to ensure that

vessels only operate with valid certifi cates of survey by

monitoring the results of surveys carried out.

Annual survey was conducted on 615 vessels

during 2002/2003; 137 vessels were issued with two

year certifi cates and 546 vessels obtained commercial

registration certifi cates. The number of audits to vessels

undertaken was 109 and 188 vessels were detained

during the period. MAST is on track with its commitment

to audit registered vessels every three years.

Contribution from industry with regard to vessel

survey was welcomed at eighteen meetings scheduled

in all parts of the State between July and November

2002. Meeting attendances were however generally low

with only seven percent of commercial vessel owners

attending.

The Survey Record Book has become an integral part

of vessel survey. In response to industry suggestions MAST

has updated the content together with providing section

tabs for easier reference.

SURVEYORS

Surveys of commercial vessels operating in Tasmania are

undertaken by a network of eight contracted surveyors

based in various regions around the State. MAST currently

employs one Naval Architect on a part time basis to

conduct plan approval and stability assessments of new

and modifi ed vessels.

MAST has developed

a set of technical

instructions to help

ensure consistency in the survey of vessels. Surveyors

now have electronic access to these survey instructions

comprising general information, roles and responsibilities,

administrative procedures, survey tasks and reports

and OH&S guidelines. All surveyors recently completed

confi ned space entry training.

SEAWISE

MAST began publication of its commercial survey and

operation newsletter in July 2002. Two editions of “Sea-

wise” have since been completed and distributed. “Sea-

wise” is a valuable tool for providing relevant information

to industry and for displaying some of the fi ne commer-

cial craft produced by Tasmanian builders and designers.

CLASS 1 VESSEL AUDITS

To help achieve its corporate objective of improving the safe-

ty of commercial passenger carrying vessels MAST continued

the audits of Class 1 vessels constructed prior to 1985. Dur-

ing 2002/2003 these have been conducted in conjunction

with a vessel’s annual survey. The program commenced dur-

ing 2001 and a report is issued to the owner of each vessel

at no additional cost outlining where the vessels may be

defi cient against the current Uniform Shipping Laws Code.

MAST is working with each owner to upgrade

identifi ed risk areas of vessels and the response in doing

so has been very good. Achieving high levels of safety

standards for older vessels is becoming commercially

signifi cant amongst many operators as competition with

newer vessels and passenger demand increases.

NATIONAL STANDARDS

Drafting of the National Standard for Commercial

Vessels (NSCV) continues with the Safety Equipment,

Standards for Fast Craft, Fire Safety and Stability Sections

progressing and approaching various levels of completion.

MAST has legislated to adopt Crew Competencies

(Part D) which was recently completed. Part D provides

tables for determining minimum crew numbers for vessels

and requires determination of adequate crew, taking into

account risks associated with the specifi c operation of a

vessel. Crewing certifi cation levels are provided.

Seawise newsletter


133

64

152

0255075

100125150175

2000/2001 2001/2002 2002/2003

Financial Year

NEW COMMERCIAL VESSELS

The new standards are written to provide fl exibility

with performance based standards in addition to the rule-

based USL Code. The Marine and Safety (Vessel Safety

Standards) By-laws 2000 already provide fl exibility in

design, construction and operating vessels.

MAST has been a leader in establishing and

participating in a National database, initiated by NMSC,

to document any exemptions made for vessels. The

presentation method from each State is identical enabling

compiling and downloading monthly on to the NMSC

website for password access. The information is shown

on a vessel’s Certifi cate of Survey and intended to provide

an accurate indication of a vessel’s conformity.

HIRE/DRIVE

Since the introduction of the Hire/Drive licensing program

three years ago, thirty fi ve operators have become licensed

and are operating throughout the State. Nine new Hire/Drive

licences were issued during the period 2002/2003. Types of

hire craft include canoes, rowing, motorised and sailing din-

ghies and up to11 metre sailing and motor vessels.

NEW VESSELS

There has been strong growth in new vessels in the past

twelve months. Vessels have been constructed in all USL

classes with most impact in Class 1 (passenger vessels)

and Class 3 (fi shing and aquaculture vessels).

Four major passenger vessels have either been com-

pleted or under construction since the last annual report:

• Adventurer 21: Built for World Heritage Cruises

operating out of Strahan on Macquarie Harbour and

the Gordon River. Design of the catamaran was by

Crowther Multihulls with construction by Richardson

Devine Marine Constructions. Adventurer 21 is

28.76 metres measured length.

• SeaMelbourne: 23 metre catamaran designed by

Crowther Design and built by Richardson Devine

Marine Construction for Cruise Victoria. The vessel

will operate out of Docklands (Melbourne) and cater

for reception and cruise market with cruises on the

Yarra River and upper reaches of Port Philip Bay.

• Magestic III: 34 metre vessel under construction

by North West Bay Ships and designed by their in

house design team Blue Line Cruises. The vessel is a

catamaran and built from aluminium to operate as

a cruise vessel on Sydney Harbour. It is expected the

vessel will be completed by September this year and

then be issued with a Tasmanian Certifi cate of Survey

and operate in NSW under Mutual Recognition.

• Federal Hotels: 32 metre catamaran designed

by Crowther Design and under construction by

Richardson Devine Marine Constructions. This vessel

is to operate out of Strahan to Macquarie Harbour

and the Gordon River, replacing the well known

vessel Lady Jane Franklin. It is expected that this vessel

will also be completed around September.

Class 3 vessels constructed include the Jordon Kate,

20 metre long line vessel built for NSW interests by Alan

Barnett and designed by Alan Muir and a 17 metre

scallop/cray boat again by the Alan Barnett/Alan Muir

team (with a sister ship to follow). In Launceston Karl

Krause built the Karmin, a 15.99 metre steel cray boat

to a design by Alan Muir. Under construction at Electrona

is a 23.93 metre steel abalone mother-ship/cray boat for

Phillip Wright and design by John Anderton. A 12 metre

aluminium aquaculture feed boat was built for SA

Adventurer 21

Last timber built vessel in Tasmania – Rachel Christine


12,00912,563

11,386

10,000

12,000

14,000

2000-2001 2001-2002 2002-2003

Financial Year

CURRENT CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY

operations by Lyndcraft Boats to a design by Michael

Hunn.

Class 2 boats built include a lines launch for Bell Bay

and a research vessel for the Antarctic Division both built

by Lyndcraft Boats of St Helens and designed by Michael

Hunn.

It would appear that the construction sector will

remain strong over the next twelve months with interest

in both larger Class 1 vessels and Class 3 vessels being

shown. It has been some time now since many new

vessels have entered the aquaculture industry although

this appears likely to change in the near future.

OPERATION OF VESSELS – MANNING AND

CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY

MAST has the responsibility of ensuring that all

commercial vessels are adequately manned with qualifi ed

personnel. These requirements are primarily in place to

ensure that the safety of passengers, crew members and

other vessels is managed in a professional

and seamanlike manner.

On the 1st January 2003, MAST

introduced new legislation covering

manning and Certifi cates of Competency.

This legislation makes Tasmania the fi rst

State in Australia to adopt Part D of the

National Standard for Commercial Vessels

(NSCV). The introduction of Part D also paves

the way for a more streamlined assessment

system for minimum and adequate crewing

of commercial vessels. Part D allows all State

and Territory Marine Authorities to accept

competency based training as the basis for the

issuing of Certifi cates of Competency.

In this fi nancial year MAST has issued 529 Certifi cates

of Competency under both the old and new regulations.

These Certifi cates allow their holders to be in charge of

vessels from 12 to 120 metres or engine power from 250

to 3000 kW depending on the level of certifi cate issued.

MAST offi cers are also working closely with industry in

regard to reducing the sea service requirements for entry

level certifi cates. It is proposed to introduce, by December

2003, a work book entitled ‘Record of Practical Experience

and Service’ (ROPES). Successfully completing this book

will enable an applicant for a Certifi cate of Competency to

gain a 50% reduction in the required sea service for the

entry level Certifi cates of Coxswain, Master5/Skipper 3

and Marine Engine Driver grades 2 and 3.

The auditing and accreditation of Tasmanian training

providers continues to proceed; the two main providers

being the Australian Maritime College and Seafood

Training Tasmania. Once these auditing procedures are

fi nalised, MAST itself will be subject to auditing by the

Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) under the

International Standards of Training, Certifi cation and

Watchkeeping (STCW) 1995 Code.

NAVIGATION IN PORT WATERS

Offi cers from MAST continue to work in close harmony

with the four Port Corporation Harbour Masters and an

upgraded audit system has been put in place over the last

twelve months. The audit process covers such matters as

pilot vessel safety through to the upkeep of navigation

marks and lights within the port jurisdictions.


In the past year MAST signed a Deed of Agreement

with the Hobart Ports Corporation where each

organisation agreed upon its roles and responsibilities in

port waters.

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 fi ve new high speed catamarans which have been

built by three 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. Of the fi ve vessels, three were

delivered to overseas owners, one for Victoria and one for

owners in Strahan.

Navigation warnings and general boating information

continues to be 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 continue to 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

MAST continues to place a high priority on the safety of

passengers on Tasmanian registered commercial vessels.

In particular, it is proposed that legislation requiring

improved crew training and written safe operational

procedures will be in place towards the latter part of

2003. As reported in the vessel survey section, the

upgraded inspection of Class 1 passenger vessels built

before 1985, is almost complete. These are vessels

surveyed to carry more than 12 passengers, of which

there are 17. Of these 17 vessels, only two remain to be

inspected for compliance with current regulations.

The issuing of licenses to operators of ‘Hire and Drive’

vessels continues to expand with 35 operators now being

licensed. The types of vessels range from paddle boats

through to live aboard yachts and operators are required

to produce operations manuals in order to address the

safety of their customers.

The Derwent Sailing Squadron (DSS) continues to

operate their ‘SailTrain’ program in conjunction with TAFE.

This program delivers Australian Yachting Federation

approved training and uses boats that are not in survey

but are approved by MAST and operate under a written

safe operations regime.

In general, the increasing number of tourists visiting

Tasmania is stimulating growth in the larger, high speed,

catamaran types of ferry being operated, with plans

to build at least two more within the next 18 months.

These ferries cater for passenger numbers in excess of

150 – 200. Owners work closely with MAST Offi cers at

the planning stages for these vessels to ensure improved

safety outcomes which range from correct ergonomic

design of helm positions to improved passenger

evacuation systems. Owners, designers and builders

are to be congratulated on their proactive involvement

regarding improved passenger safety.

MARINE INCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS

Twenty-six incidents were considered by the Board of

MAST during this fi nancial period. Formal investigations,

by MAST offi cers, were made into six of these incidents

and two are the subject of coronial enquiries. Also,

Workplace Standards is investigating one of these

incidents under a Memorandum of Understanding with

MAST.

Two fatalities were recorded, in separate incidents,

during the latter part of the period. One involving a small

recreational vessel and one involving a crew member on a

fi shing vessel whilst alongside the Dover jetty.

A detailed list of the marine incidents occurring

during the period can be found on pages 33 and 34.

Navigation Marker – Schouten Island Reef


FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

The Directors present their report on the Authority for the

fi nancial year ended 30 June 2003.

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 Stuart Richey

Mr Robert Cassidy Ms Lia Morris Mr Colin Finch

Mr Michael Stevens

OPERATING RESULT

Revenue from ordinary activities was $3,872,758 which

was $329,220 more than the previous year. The increase

in revenue is attributable to the receipt of fees from the

reissue of Recreational Motor Boat Licences. There was

also a reduction in receipts from the State Infrastructure

Fund as a consequence of the completion of projects.

A surplus from ordinary activities of $317,693

was achieved compared with a defi cit of $5,435 in

the 2001- 02 year.

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

Funding for recreational boating projects will increase by

$865,000 over the next three years. Revenue received

from the reissue of recreational motor boat licences

during 2002/2003 will fund the projects.

During 2003/2004 it is expected that an additional

$324,530 will be made available for facility and service

improvements, with the remainder to be allocated during

2004/2005 and 2005/2006. The ultimate amount to be

made available will be determined by the Board and is

dependent on the number of licences renewed.

Typically, projects that are undertaken through the

Recreational Boating Fund and from the reissue of Motor

Boat Licences are on community owned assets, and not

always on assets vested in the Authority. As a result the

majority of project costs are recognised as an expense

and written against profi t. The Authority’s budget for

future years, takes in to account the additional

expenditure expected.

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

30th September 2003

Director’s Report



Note 2003 2002

Revenues from ordinary activities $ $

Commercial Vessels 525,852 539,542

Certifi cates of Competency 121,686 126,119

Recreational Boating 1,883,818 1,111,268

Moorings 214,418 156,420

Treasury Appropriation 2 975,000 1,315,000

Interest Received 55,029 38,922

Other revenue 96,955 256,267

Total revenue from ordinary activities 3,872,758 3,543,538

Expenditures from ordinary activities

Personnel Expenses 1,180,912 1,217,527

Occupancy Expenses 127,415 127,423

Operating Expenses 1,635,112 1,572,785

Depreciation Charges 568,530 596,755

Other 43,096 34,483

Total expenses from ordinary activities 3,555,065 3,548,973

Net operating surplus (defi cit) from

ordinary activities 317,693 (5,435)

Total Changes in Equity 317,693 (5,435)

The accompanying notes form part of these fi nancial statements.

Statement of Financial Performancefor the year ended 30 June 2003



Note 2003 2002

$ $

Current Assets

Cash assets 5 1,173,926 863,098

Receivables 6 137,287 83,518

Other fi nancial assets 8 24,817 7,353

Total Current Assets 1,336,030 953,969

Non-Current Assets

Property, Plant & Equipment 7 7,812,434 7,792,325

Total Non-Current Assets 7,812,434 7,792,325

Total Assets 9,148,464 8,746,294

Current Liabilities

Payables 9 255,131 214,663

Provisions 10 160,105 125,523

Total Current Liabilities 415,236 340,186

Non-Current Liabilities

Provisions 10 24,401 14,974

Total Non-Current Liabilities 24,401 14,974

Total Liabilities 439,637 355,160

NET ASSETS 8,708,827 8,391,134

Equity

Contributed equity 9,939,050 9,939,050

Reserves 11 29,167 29,167

Accumulated Surplus (Accumulated Loss) (1,259,390) (1,577,083)

TOTAL EQUITY 8,708,827 8,391,134

The accompanying notes form part of these fi nancial statements.

Statement of Financial Positionas at 30 June 2003



Note 2003 2002

$ $

Cash Flow from Operating Activities

Revenue from Operations 3,744,407 3,498,482

Payments to Suppliers & Employees (2,897,665) (2,942,529)

Interest Received 55,029 38,922

Net Cash provided by Operating Activities 14 (a) 901,771 594,875

Cash Flow from Investing Activities

Payments for Fixed Assets (610,497) (274,319)

Proceeds from sale of Plant & Equipment 19,554 –

Net Cash used in Investing Activities (590,943) (274,319)

Cash Flow from Financing Activities

Net cash used in Financing Activities – –

Net increase/(decrease) in cash held 310,828 320,556

Cash at 1 July 2002 863,098 542,542

Cash at 30 June 2003 5 1,173,926 863,098

The above statement should be read in conjunction with the accompanying notes.

Statement of Cash Flowsfor the year ended 30 June 2003



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 and navigation aids are brought

to account at fair value, while 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. The recoverable

amount is assessed on the basis of the expected net

cash fl ows which will be received from the assets

employment and subsequent disposal. The expected net

cash fl ows have not been discounted to present values in

determining recoverable amount.

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 to the Profi t and Loss Account 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.

Notes to and forming part of the Financial StatementsFor the year ended 30 June 2003



(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).

(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) Change in Accounting Policy

The Authority changed its accounting policy in the

fi nancial year ended 30 June 2003 relating to the

treatment for employee benefi ts in order to comply with

Accounting Standard AASB1028. The fi nancial effect of

this change in accounting policy has been to recognise an

additional $20,459 in the provision for employee benefi ts.

NOTE 2: REVENUE

During 2002/2003 the Authority received an additional

appropriation of $275,000 under the State Infrastructure

Fund. This funding has been used for the following projects:

Amount

$

Port Sorell Pontoon 85,000

Southport Ramp & Car Park 190,000

Total 275,000

At year end, work on the Port Sorell Pontoon was still

in progress. Ownership of the Southport Ramp and Car

Park was vested in the Huon Valley Council and costs for

this project have been written against profi t.

NOTE 3: REMUNERATION AND RETIREMENT

BENEFITS

2003 2002

$ $

(a) Director’s Remuneration

Income paid or payable to all

Directors of the Authority 32,709 32,500

The names of directors who

have held offi ce during the

fi nancial year are:

Simon H FitzGerald (Chairman)

Robert M Cassidy

Michael R Stevens

Lia M Morris

Lesley E Blyth

Stuart J Richey

(b) Retirement and

Superannuation Payments

Amounts paid directly to a

prescribed superannuation

fund for the provision of

retirement benefi ts for the

above Directors 10,260 600

NOTE 4: AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION

The total of fees paid or due and payable to the Auditor

General for the fi nancial year, is as follows:

2003 2002

$ $

Fees for Audit 10,580 9,800

Fees for other services - -

10,580 9,800

NOTE 5: CASH

Reconciliation of Cash

Cash at the end of the fi nancial year as shown in the

Statement of Cash Flows is reconciled to items in the

Statement of Financial Position as follows:

2003 2002

$ $

Cash on Hand 350 350

Cash at Bank/(Overdraft) - -

Deposits at Call 1,173,576 862,748

1,173,926 863,098



NOTE 6: RECEIVABLES

2003 2002

$ $

Sundry Debtors 82,241 67,980

Less: Provision for Doubtful

Debts

(5,000) (4,000)

77,241 63,980

Other Debtors

Accrued Income 60,046 19,538

Interest Accrued - -

137,287 83,518

NOTE 7: PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

2003 2002

$ $

Navigation Aids at valuation 359,609 359,610

Less Accumulated

Depreciation

224,562 198,772

135,047 160,838

Marine Facilities 10,123,373 9,682,647

Less Accumulated

Depreciation

2,651,133 2,232,431

7,472,240 7,450,216

Plant and Equipment 477,471 391,557

Less Accumulated

Depreciation

272,324 210,286

205,147 181,271

TOTAL 7,812,434 7,792,325

(a) 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

An independent valuation of marine facilities was

carried out during 2001 by Sinclair Knight Merz Pty Ltd

Consultant Engineers. The valuations are based on the

assessment of current market values and were made in

accordance with the policy of revaluing assets every three

to fi ve years. Navigation aids were valued at their fair value

during 1998 by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

NOTE 8: OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS

2003 2002

Current: $ $

Prepayments 24,817 7,353

24,817 7,353

NOTE 9: PAYABLES

2003 2002

Current: $ $

Trade Creditors 176,709 134,585

Accrued expenses 78,422 80,078

255,131 214,663

NOTE 10: PROVISIONS

2003 2002

Current $ $

Employee Entitlements 160,105 125,523

160,105 125,523

Non-Current

Employee Entitlements 24,401 14,974

Aggregate Employee

Entitlements 184,506 140,497

Number of Employees No. No.

at year-end 20 21

NOTE 11: RESERVES

2003 2002

$ $

Asset revaluation 29,167 29,167

29,167 29,167

(a) Movements During the Year

2003 2002

$ $

Asset revaluation reserve

Opening Balance 29,167 29,167

Revaluation increment on

marine facilities - -

Closing Balance 29,167 29,167

The asset revaluation reserve records revaluations of

non-current assets

Navigation

Aids

Marine

Facilities

Plant &

Equipment Total

$ $ $ $

Balance at the

beginning of year 160,838 7,450,216 181,271 7,792,325

Additions - 495,101 115,395 610,496

Disposals - 18,984 2,874 21,858

Revaluation increments/

(decrements) - - - -

Depreciation Expense 25,791 454,093 88,645 568,529

Carrying amount at end

of year 135,047 7,472,240 205,147 7,812,434



NOTE 12: LEASING COMMITMENTS

(a) Non-cancellable operating leases contracted for

but not capitalised in the accounts

2003 2002

$ $

Payable

- Not longer than 1 year 130,831 133,856

- Later than one year but

not later than 5 years 130,235 222,348

- Longer than 5 years - -

261,066 356,204

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 13: 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.

NOTE 14: CASH FLOW INFORMATION

(a) Reconciliation of Cash Flows from Ordinary

Activities with Operating Surplus

2003 2002

$ $

Operating Surplus/(Defi cit)

from ordinary activities 317,693 (5,435)

Non Cash Flows in

Operating Surplus:

Depreciation 568,530 596,755

Net Loss on Disposal Non-

Current Assets 2,304 26,148

Changes in Assets and

Liabilities

(Increase)/Decrease in

Receivables (53,768) (6,134)

(Increase)/Decrease in

Prepayments (17,464) 11,430

Increase/(Decrease) in

Creditors 35,750 (15,342)

Increase/(Decrease) in

Employee Provisions 48,726 (12,547)

Net Cash provided by

Operating Activities 901,771 594,875

(b) Reconciliation of Payment for Fixed Assets

2003 2002

$ $

Payment for Fixed Assets (610,497) (274,319)

Proceeds from sale of plant

and equipment 19,554 -

Net Payment for fi xed Assets (590,943) (274,319)

NOTE 15: 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 16: 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 17: 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 2003 are:

Weighted Average Effective Interest

RateFloating Interest

RateNon Interest

Bearing Total

2003 2002 2003 2002 2003 2002 2003 2002

Assets % % $ $ $ $ $ $

Cash 4.80 4.62 1,176,926 863,098 – – 1,176,926 863,098

Receivables – – 142,287 87,519 142,287 87,519

Total Financial Assets 1,176,926 863,098 142,287 87,519 1,319,213 950,617

Liabilities

Accounts Payable – – 255,131 214,663 255,131 214,663

Total Financial

Liabilities – – 255,131 214,663 255,131 214,663

Net Financial Assets

and Liabilities 1,176,926 863,098 (112,844) (127,144) 1,064,082 735,954

(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 18: CONTINGENT LIABILITIES AND CONTINGENT ASSETS

There are no contingent liabilities or assets as at 30 June 2003



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 as at 30 June 2003;

(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 2003; 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.

(Chairman) (Director) (Chief Executive)

30th September 2003 30th September 2003 30th September 2003

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 • UNI Superannuation Fund

• AMP Retirement Savings Account • Retirement Benefi ts Fund

• The Weston Superannuation Fund • Colonial First State

• The Finch Superannuation Fund • The Spectrum Plan

• HESTA Superannuation Fund • AMP Life Limited

• AMP Flexible Lifetime Super • ANSI Super Fund

• Tasplan Superannuation Plan • AXA Australia

• Australian Retirement Fund

C H Finch

Chief Executive

Marine and Safety Tasmania

30th September 2003

Director’s Declaration



Audit Report


DATE VESSEL CLASS;LENGTH

Type of casualty

Position Result Action

2/7/02 DEDUCTION 5.8 M3C (R)

Sinking Actaeon Island • Vessel sank after taking water

• No injuries

• Owner/operator interviewed by MAST

• Recovered vessel inspected and integrity of void space buoyancy tested

3/8/02 MOONDANCE 5.9 M 3C(R) Swamping Birthday Bay - West Coast

• Vessel swamped and capsized after being hit by two large waves

• No injuries

• Incident discussed with owner

• Recommended that no further action be taken

22/8/02

ARATAKI TUG 23.4 M 2B & 2C

Collision with navigation mark

Off Snake Island D’Entrecasteaux Channel

• Buoy and anchor moved from position

• No injuries

• Incident fully investigated by MAST

26/9/02

PILLARA II 6.8M POLICE VESSEL

Collision/grounding with training wall

Macquarie Harbour – Strahan

• No injuries• Damage to hull and

propellers• Returned to port

unassisted

• Matter under internal investigation by Police


12/10/02

GRUMANT O’SEAS SHIP 170M

Partial loss of control during inwards pilotage

Devonport • Minor collision between tugs ‘Yorktown’ & ‘Sirius Cove’

• Some damage to ‘Yorktown’ & possible grounding

• Recommendations to prevent a recurrance are being prepared by Harbour Master


3/11/02

MARANA 23.9 M 1C,2C,1E

Grounding Dead Island, Port Arthur • No injuries, no hull damage, some propeller damage

• This was a minor incident which was discussed with the Master


5/11/02

REC VESSEL 24220

5.6M Capsize after fouling fi sh farm mooring line

Macquarie Harbour • No injuries• Vessel damaged and

equipment lost

• This incident is being informally investigated by MAST in regard to fi sh farm practises in Strahan

19/11/02

REC VESSEL 18233 & OVERSEAS VESSEL SAM RATU LANGI

4.5MOVER 100M

Near miss Tamar River Entrance – Shear Reef Beacon

• Rec vessel fi shing in main channel obstructed inward bound vessel

• Matter discussed with Harbour Master and rec vessel owner – letter of warning sent

• Recommend no further action

30/11/02

KEIRA TUG 28.9M 2B Accident involving injury

Spring Bay – Triabunna • Crewman injured when retrieving aft tow line


16/12/02

RED BILL 4.7M RECREATIONAL

Grounding and capsize

Mary Ann Bay – River Derwent

• Vessel anchored close inshore severely damaged by wash from INCAT vessel

• No injuries

• Incident discussed with owner

• Recommend no further action at this time

20/12/02

ROYAL MOVER

7.5M 3D(R) Capsize Killara Bay – Huon River • Feed barge capsized during operations

• No injuries

• Incident investigated by MAST offi cers

• Letter forwarded to Tassal concerning additional requirements prior to reinstatement of cert of survey


19/1/03

SCREAMING EAGLE JET

9.0 M (ON TRIALS)

Reported injury

St Helens • Reported injury• Alleged improper

operation close to other vessels

• Matter investigated by MAST offi cer

• Trials permit for smaller vessels compiled


Incident Reports


24/2/03

TROUT-CENTRAL

4.6 M 2E Man overboard

Arthurs Lake • Passenger fell overboard from trout guide vessel

• No injuries

• Incident discussed with owner/operator

• Recommended no further action

14/3/03

25708 5.2M RECREATIONAL

Capsized after broaching

Off St Helens Point • 3 Crew & vessel assisted to shore

• No injuries

• Owner to be contacted by MAST offi cer

15/3/03

WREST POINT WANDERER

17.98M 1D & 1E FERRY

Two disembarking passengers injured

Bellerive Jetty • Gangway fell to lower level causing passengers to fall onto jetty


23/3/03

EMMALISA 16.6 M 1E FERRY

Near miss with racing dinghies

North Of Tasman Bridge • Ferry forced small dinghies to alter course to avoid collision

• Incident under investigation by MAST

21/4/03

ELLIDI LARGE AMSA FISHING VESSEL

3 Crew gassed in fi sh hold whilst discharging

Spring Bay Jetty • 2 Crew hospitalised following gassing incident in fi sh hold

• Incident being investigated by Workplace Standards

10/4/03

KATHLEEN DEL MAR & JAN HARDY

17.1 &15.4M 3C FISHING VESSELS

Collision Southwest of South East Cape – Southern Tasmania

• East & westbound vessels collided causing some damage

• Both vessels returned safely – no injuries


9/5/03 EMMALISA 16.6M 1E FERRY

Near miss incident with o’seas vessel

Off Macquarie Wharf No.4 Hobart

• Ferry caused vessel ‘Cape Dyer’ to delay departure movements

• No damage or injuries

• Incident under investigation by MAST

24/5/03

RECREATIONAL DINGHY

2.95M Capsized with 3 occupants

Fredrick Henry Bay – River Derwent

• Dinghy was reported to be overlaoaded and capsized

• One occupant was drowned

• Incident being investigated by Coroner

• MAST report written on dinghy

25/5/03

SOLEN 7.2M 2C (R)PWS VESSEL

Collided with nav mark

Triabunna Channel • Vessel collided with outer port navigation pile

• Moderate damage to stbd side of vessel

• Slight injury to skipper

• Incident reported by Skipper


11/6/03

WREST POINT WANDERER

17.98 1D/1E FERRY

Passenger fell at bottom of gangway

Bellerive Jetty • Passenger fell when wheel of pushchair became caught on gangway upright

• No reported injuries

• Incident reported by Master


12/6/03

YOOTHA 19.59 2C/3C FISHING VESSEL

Collision with u/water object

Entrance to Huon River • Slight damage to vessel • Incident reported• Recommended no

further action

15/6/03

HELIX AUST REGISTERED TANKER

Heavy impact with wharf

Devonport • Vessel came into heavy contact with wharf during berthing

• Minimal damage and no injuries

• Incident reported by Harbour Master


28/6/03

UNCLE MUTCH

14M3CFISHING VESSEL

Crew-member fatality

Dover Jetty • Body of crew member found in water close to vessel alongside jetty, presumed fell overboard during night

• Report made by MAST offi cer to Police regarding vessel construction compliance

• Incident being investigated by Coroner

29/6/03

ROSEBUD 17.7M 2D/3C FISHING VESSEL

Fire in wheelhouse while unmanned at anchor

Huon River • Fire caused major damage to vessel

• No injuries

• Owner interviewed & the vessel inspected by MAST offi cers

• Certifi cate of Survey suspended



VESSEL LENGTH (metres)

CATEGORY

Alcazar 23.05 New

Abstar 8.29 New

Osprey IV 22.7 Interstate

Observer 6.9 New

Wyita 2 4.8 New

Reel Deal 5.2 New

Waddamana 12.5 New

Charis Kate 4.7 New

Kent Bay 4.7 New

Kaybeanna 19.9 New

The Dark 7 New

Seaport Marine and Shipwrights 4.18 New




Hooka 5.11 New









Seafari 10 Existing

Wakame 4.56 New

AB-Bound 6.36 New

Working 5 New

Lisa 11.1 New

Adventure 28.76 New

Silver 11.73 Existing

Slow 7.484 Existing

Ocean Mist 14.48 Interstate

Nifty II 15.93 Interstate

Strumpet 5.7 New

No Holes 4.2 New

TSF Dinghy 4.55 New

B2 5.91 New

PK II 4.86 New

Seagard I 5.68 Existing

Nine Lives 5.2 New

Nicole 4.9 New

Trout 4.6 Existing

Omega III 5 New

Seaducer 5.23 New

Larapuna 7.2 Existing

By George 11.7 New

Yum-Yum 5.65 New

T-Rex 5.88 New

Abductor 4.53 New

Tardis 5.99 New

Midnite 5.45 Existing

Ablett II 4.6 New

Artemis II 5.23 New

Rachel 14.97 New

4240 3.1 New

How 4.72 New

Silver Fish 4.56 New

Sea Change 5.8 New

Bucket 5.84 New

WP 1 4.6 New

Lojaco 5.96 New

VESSEL LENGTH (metres)

CATEGORY

No Limit 19.9 Existing

Kuda 6.5 New

Locklow 7.32 New

Third 5.2 New

Bubbles 2.926 New

M II 4.4 New

Buzz 4.58 New

Katakaka K 6.84 Existing

Ocy Rose 4.7 New

Pagodroma 8.9 New

Alma-AB 4.507 New

Quick Fix 6.37 New

Trish 3.78 New

AB Tank 4.45 New

Flash Cat 10.7 Existing

Narcosis 4.57 Existing

Karmin 15.99 New

Uncle Don 4.3 Existing

Gordy 4.3 Existing

Smooth 5.9 New

Madnass 5.32 New

Hazards I 4.67 New

Kaiwaka 5 New

Tayler 1 5.85 New

Akoola 5.28 New

Wrasseputi 5.3 New

Orca II 9.98 Interstate

AB-Taxi 4.6 New

Larc V644 10.55 Transfer from AMSA

Larc V216 10.55 Transfer from AMSA

Invictus 7.5 New

Redbill 3.63 New

Daffy Duff 5.3 New

Shuttlefi s 8.48 Existing

Jordan 19.9 New

The Banana 5.8 New

Hooka I 5.85 New

Lotus 11.5 New

Double 7.84 New

Garrie 4.58 New

Pagurs 5.47 New

Betty 4.1 New

Adie 5.15 New

AMC II 3.3 Existing

Errol 5.55 New

Seahorse 5.3 New

AMC I 3.8 New

Dabstar 3.54 New

Alabaster 3.4 New

Sagitta 15.85 Existing

Mulindi 4.2 New

Foam II 4.5 New

In The Red 7 New

Princess 5.89 New

Jus Lookin 5.82 New

SeaMelbourne 23 New

Owl 5 New

Go Hard 4.6 New

Rockfi sh I 19.95 Interstate

Gairloch 5.95 Existing

Princess’s 4.66 New

Punt WB3 5.2 Existing

New Vessels


LOCATION PROPOSAL

North/North East

Trevallyn Install a pontoon adjacent to ramp

Bridport Upgrade base of boat ramp

North West/West

Victoria Parade, Devonport Complete resurfacing of the boat ramp

Turners Beach Removal of sand off boat ramp at peak period times

Sisters Beach Remove siltation at the base of the boat ramp

Stanley Boat Ramp Maintenance to boat ramp

Arthur River Construct a new launching facility

Lake Burbury Upgrade boat ramp

Southern

Austins Ferry Upgrade boat ramp

Geilston Bay Upgrade the base of the boat ramp

Old Beach Construct a new launching facility

Gypsy Bay Install a walkway adjacent to the boat ramp

East Coast

Gordon Street, Swansea Upgrade boat ramp

Tasman Peninsula

Saltwater River Replace fenders/access

Southern Ramp, Whitebeach Install cross fenders

Northern Ramp, Whitebeach Install cross fenders

Channel

Tinderbox Upgrade ramp

Dru Point Reconstruct jetty

Huonville Foreshore Install a new ramp adjacent to the existing ramp and provide a landing stage

Inland Waters

Inland Water Provide more community based boat ramps over a period of time

Marine and Safety ( Emergency Procedures) Amendment

Regulations 2002

Marine and Safety ( Emergency Procedures) Amendment

Regulations 2003

Marine and Safety (Safety Manning) Amendment

Regulations 2002

Marine and Safety (Vessel Safety Standards) Amendment

By-laws 2003

Marine and Safety (Certifi cates of Competency) By-laws

2002

Marine and Safety (Moorings) Amendment By-laws 2002

Recreational Boating Fund 2003

Legislation changes 2002/03

Marine and Safety (Defi nition of Operational Areas)

By-laws 2003

Marine and Safety (Motor Boats and Licences)

Amendment By-laws 2002


Amendment By-laws 2003


Amendment By-laws (No 2) 2003


Amendment By-laws (No 3) 2003

Marine and Safety (Fees) Amendment By-laws 2002

Marine and Safety (Fees) Amendment By-laws 2003

Marine and Safety (Prescribed Offences) Amendment

By-laws 2002

Marine and Safety (Radio) By-laws 2003

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