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The official newsletter of the Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd September 2009

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Boating Industry Association of NSW Ltd 53 Hume Street SIBS 2009 Offi cial Crows Nest NSW 2065 Aus tral ia Mail to: P.O. Box 1204, Crows Nest NSW 1585 Opening 8 ABN : 61 000 618 468

Telephone: (02) 9438 2077 Facsimile: (02) 9439 3983 Adventurers Wow E-mail: [email protected] Crowds 15 Kiwi skulduggery. Page 17 Web Sites: www.bia.org.au www.sydneyboatshow.com.au Classics & Fame 18 www.boatshows.com.au www.marinedirectory.com.au Photographic Contest 21

Exhibitors win praise 21

Industry throws off yoke of recession 22

Roy Privett – 21 years Kiandra. Page 20 at the Helm 20

General Manager: Roy Privett Marketing & Event Manager: Domenic Genua Ken Evans ‘Mercury Financial Controller: Simon Hazelbrook Marketing Coordinator: Justine Merrony Man’ 28 Members Support & Development: Aaron McKenna BIA Division Manager: Alan Barrett Office Admin: Linda English Division News 36 Publications Coordinator: Christine Howard Event Operations Manager: Belinda Close Coordinator Education & Training: Corrina McMillan Vale John Haines 38 Please send editorial contributions to; Domenic Genua at [email protected]

Logbook gratefully acknowledges all that have Riviera Excellence. Page 21 con trib ut ed to this edition. In particular: Roy Privett (Editorial) Front cover: NSW Premier Nathan Rees with Ports & Bob Wonders, Bob Wonders Media Services (07) 5562 2867 Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi. Robin Copeland, SPINS 0414 266 768 Board Of Directors: For advertising rates contact the BIA on President Doug Olding (02) 9438 2077 Vice-President Richard Pym Treasurer Alan Blake © Copyright 2009. BIA of NSW. The opinions, advice and in for ma tion con tained here in Board Bob Basham; Bill Breakspear; Paul have not been sought by any member or any other person but are offered as an Burgess; Simon Cook; Mark Hewitt; information service and should not be relied upon as a substitute for detailed advice or Jon Hunt; Michael Jarvin; Alan Steber; as a basis for for mu lat ing business decisions. BIA intends by this statement to exclude any liability for any such opinions, advice or in for ma tion within this pub li ca tion. Darren Vaux

2 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK General Manager’s Catch-Up

ow what a Sydney International Boat Show for 2009. the suffi cient attention to provide I am proud to say the execution of our planning, meaningful outcomes for industry Wmarketing and operations worked like clockwork. members. Thank you to the many individuals involved. Our industry We are a broad and diverse really put on a fantastic event and all exhibitors are to be industry. Our various industry sectors congratulated for their efforts from the very opening of the need to be represented in any future show to the close and post show activity. meaningful national association It has been outstanding in such diffi cult economic times. (an association of industry sectors It certainly looks like SIBS 09 has provided its own stimulus not states). We will meet with other package of sales and leads for the industry. Exhibitor comments state BIAs to explore an appropriate on our show round up are included in this issue. structure of a single entity national Special thanks and appreciation to the NSW Premier association. Until a more effi cient and meaningful entity is and Minister Joe Tripodi for their attendance, support of formed it is business as usual for BIANSW in representing its recreational boating and a string of recent announcements membership and delivering member services. (detailed in this edition) that will give our industry a real boost On the Training front BIA welcomes Corrina McMillan who and confi dent outlook for the future. has been appointed our fi rst ever Training and Education Our major sponsor NSW Maritime and Minister Tripodi’s Coordinator. This new position will build on current training offi ce greatly contributed to the promotion of the event activities and focus on the delivery of industry specifi c training with their Government Agency Precinct at the show and courses, seminars and careers advice. a mountain of positive policy/press announcements. It is From 22 to 25 September BIA has teamed up with tremendously important to have gained the support of the NSW Maritime to present a series of free Marine Industry NSW Government. Technical Seminars at four locations focused on technical Recent announcements are positive for our industry and compliance and liability and safety considerations surrounding present future opportunities. In this edition we will cover vessel navigation lights and the introduction of bio-fuels ‘Commercial Boating Red Tape Reforms on Commercial and implications for the marine industry. Contact BIA to Boating Licences’, new ‘Patrol Boats’, ‘Homebush Bay West register. (Wentworth Point) Maritime Development Opportunity’, As always BIA staff is available to discuss any issues Establishment of ‘NSW Marine Rescue’, NSW Maritime’s new raised in this edition of Logbook and any other input from ‘Boats for Life Safety Campaign’ website proudly supported you is always welcome. by BIA, new ‘Pilot procedure for survey of Houseboats and low Roy Privett risk Commercial Vessels’, a new system for ‘Maritime Safety BIA General Manager Alerts’ and a ‘BIANSW and WorkCover Agreement’. We also have on the horizon the ‘Bays Precinct’ future development of White, Rozelle and Blackwattle Bays. This is a huge area of waterfront land and presents further opportunities for boating infrastructure and improved waterways access opportunities. You are encouraged to have your say on the Bays Precinct Forum at www.thebaysprecinct.net.au Continuing on the positive we have news that DA’s have been approved for Rose Bay/Point Piper redevelopment, Bailey’s Fuels facility at White Bay, Tom Ugly’s Bridge Marina and Davis Marina together with activity along the coast being instigated by the Department of Lands to support regional NSW with maritime infrastructure and boating opportunities. On the negative side of the ledger we still face serious challenges over marine parks and Federal Government bio- region planning dictates. BIA is endeavouring to join an alliance of boating and fi shing organisations to present a united voice to Government on issues affecting our industries. There has been a lot of reporting and speculation in the marine media regarding BIANSW resignation from the Australian Marine Industries Federation (AMIF). Our Board has recently re-affi rmed that our resignation stands, because AMIF, as an association of associations representing state interests, was ineffi cient and industry issues were not receiving

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 3 Excalibur builder sentenced to gaol-term by Marcel Vaarzon-Morel* and Nina Rossi ‘Applied Contract Engineering’ (Applied Engineering) when this firm was contracted to construct Excalibur. It was found that he owed a duty of care to those who were to later take o longer can the marine industry rest upon its laurels, possession of and use the vessel. there is a need for greater accountability, especially in regards to manufacturing. Applied Engineering had primarily dealt in the construction N of industrial manufacturing equipment for industries such as This is the clear message the NSW District Court has given brick making but in this instance had been contracted to build in the criminal case of R-v-Alex Cittadini , also known as the the naval architect designed yacht Excalibur. Mr Cittadini was ‘Excalibur case’. an experienced sailor and had built a handful of yachts in a The outcome of this case has significant implications for the private capacity, however at no time was yacht building a core future of the marine industry. It seems that work and managerial aspect of the business of Applied Engineering. practices currently observed by many of us are now outdated During the construction of Excalibur’s retracting keel, for and insufficient. As a result of these outdated practices, the reasons and in circumstances unknown, was cut on both sides managing director of a company contracted to build the vessel of the fin along horizontal lines, and re-welded. Excalibur, was charged and convicted of manslaughter. The cause of the capsize of the vessel was found to be the In essence, the quality assurance/control practices applied failure of the weld along the original cut line after months of to the build of Excalibur were considered to be insufficient, metal fatigue. Inspection of the salvaged yacht exposed the resulting in the keel breaking, the boat capsizing, and the presence, and indicated that the re-weld was of poor quality and loss of life. had been ‘covered up’ by polishing, making it undetectable. This article outlines the circumstances of this particular Mr Cittadini supervised overall construction and said that case, an explanation of the implications that this draws for he noticed markings on the keel but believed these to be a your business and suggestions on protecting yourself and ‘heat cleanup’ line. Mr Cittadini gave no further detail as to any your business. quality assurance measures undertaken in the construction. The Facts Therefore, as Mr Cittadini had failed to implement a system of adequate quality assurance measures or supervision during Mr Cittadini was charged and later convicted on four counts the various stages of construction, he was liable for the keel of manslaughter. On 16 September 2002, Excalibur capsized failure and subsequent loss of life. in rough seas at approximately 9pm off the NSW coast at Seal The Crown said that the Mr Cittadini’s actions were ‘so Rocks, and four of the crew members were killed. far below what is considered to be a reasonable standard of Mr Cittadini was the managing director of the company care’, and that Mr Cittadini’s breach of duty involved such a conceivably high risk that it would be foreseeable by a reasonable person and that death or serious bodily harm would follow. Vaarzon-Morel Solicitors Further, that the degree of negligence involved in either the commercial · contract · company · maritime· debt recovery & acts or omissions were so serious that they should be treated bankruptcy · intellectual property· wine · criminal · litigation as criminal conduct. It should be noted that the court heard and accepted evidence The principal of VM Solicitors is a shipwright of 27 that Mr Cittadini did not carry out the cutting nor re-welding years trade experience, a member of the of the keel, and that competent and experienced tradespeople NSW SBA, BIA and MLAANZ. were employed by Mr Cittadini in the manufacture of the yacht. VM Solicitors are committed to providing an Also, that he was unaware of ‘both the fatal flaw in the yacht efficient legal service that exudes the and the circumstances that gave rise to its creation’, and that values of yesteryear. ‘he would not have approved what was done […], and would have rectified the fault if he knew’. What does this mean for you? Mr Cittadini was found guilty was because he breached his duty of care by omission. Meaning, he failed to put in place a system that provided adequate supervision and quality assurance controls in the manufacturing process. “DAWN” circa Of course many readers will ask themselves why a managing 1937 restored director is liable when the acts causing the incident (cutting 2007 by Vaarzon and re-welding of the keel and concealment of the work) are -Morel not directly connected to him. www.saphotography.com.au It can be found that even where competent employees work Please visit our website: in the same position for many years, it cannot be assumed that www.vaarzonmorelsolicitors.com.au they will always work to a high standard and follow directions email: [email protected] given, even if incidents have not previously occurred. ph: (61 + 2) 4929 1174 fax: (61 + 2) 4929 1185 This was the reason that the case was decided against Mr mobile: 0439495988 Cittadini. The ruling indicates that it is no longer an option for postal address: PO Box 702 Newcastle NSW 2300 managers with ultimate responsibility for a product or service office : Room 3, Level 1, Bank Chambers to assume that employees are competent in their trade, or that 17 Bolton Street, Newcastle they can be fully trusted to undertake their respective tasks without substantial supervision.

4 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK Ultimately, there is great benefit for all marine related not be captured or addressed in your implemented system. businesses in implementing and documenting systems regarding 7. Train relevant staff members in any additional skills supervision and quality control in all areas of operation, as these required for particular projects and document. will provide a measure of security against claims of negligence 8. Ensure that works or services contracted are captured in criminal or civil matters involving duties of care. Until now in your quality assurance process. there has been no legal finding of liability for not implementing 9. Ensure that the tasks delegated to particular staff fully drafted systems and procedures. However, this particular members are documented so as to prevent responsibility for case sets a precedent indicating that documentation of and error falling onto the Manager unnecessarily. adherence to quality assurance systems may be required to 10. Document all training and formal direction provided to protect managers and persons in control. staff and contractors, and maintain supervisory and managerial Suggestions for protecting your records. business Conclusion The following are a set of suggestions that may be beneficial Regardless of your views regarding the outcome of this case in protecting your business, as well as helping to maintain the the reality is that four lives were lost and this loss could have reasonable duty of care that is owed to your clients: been avoided had the integrity of the keel not been compromised 1. Develop a system of quality control that will underpin in the manufacturing process. the workings of all staff members, at all stages of manufacture If there is to be any positive outcome here, it lies in the or service. warning to all in the boating industry that quality of product and 2. Engage qualified and responsible people to carry out services provided to the public needs to be of a consistently the work you have contracted or are obliged to do. high standard and rigorously monitored. 3. Have all staff trained in these systems, with training Our condolences to the families of those lost at sea from being signed off. Excalibur on 16 September 2002. 4. Brief all relevant staff as to the importance of constant supervision during manufacture or service process. * Solicitor Marcel Vaarzon-Morel is the principle of Vaarzon- 5. Require supervisors to document their daily encounters, Morel Solicitors, a shipwright of over 20 years standing, and in order to demonstrate the level of supervision etc. being member of the Shipwrights & Boatbuilders Association of NSW. conducted. Vaarzon-Morel Solicitors are a general practice firm experienced 6. Consider carefully all new projects, particularly with in commercial & maritime law, located in Newcastle, NSW. regard to potential issues and liabilities that may arise, that may www.vaarzonmorelsolicitors.com.au

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BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 5 World Class Homebush Bay Maritime Precinct

remier Nathan Rees has announced the next step in developing one of the largest maritime industry precincts Pever to be built in NSW. Mr Rees said the Government was calling for Registrations of Interest to kick start the redevelopment of the Homebush Bay Maritime Precinct. “The world class precinct is expected to cost up to $300 million to establish, and create more than 500 jobs in construction,” Mr Rees said. “The 18 hectare site has 900 metres of waterfront access to the Parramatta River and Homebush Bay and provides a unique opportunity for the boating industry. “The boating sector in NSW is strong and one of the top seven industries, employing directly and indirectly more than 20,000 people.” The Boating Industry Association of NSW President, Doug Olding, acknowledged the Premier's comments on the strength of the industry. "The annual turnover of the industry is over $2 billion. It is estimated that more than 1.5 million people go boating each year in this State and 480,000 people have a licence to drive a power boat,” Mr Olding said. “The Homebush Bay West site gives us a unique opportunity to create a world-class maritime precinct that will benefit the people of NSW for generations to come.” Mr Rees said the call for Registrations of Interest to redevelop Homebush Bay West has two key objectives which are to: • Seek and identify interested commercial parties with the necessary experience and capability to both develop and operate the proposed maritime hub; and • Consult interested and qualified parties on the proposed formal offering of an Expressions of Interest early next year. The Premier made the announcement while officially opening the Sydney International Boat Show at Darling Harbour today and was joined by the Minister for Ports Joe Tripodi. • boat manufacture and maintenance facilities; and Mr Tripodi said the site offered the greatest opportunity • ancillary uses including a rowing club, maritime studies yet to support the boating community near the geographic centre and clubhouse facilities. centre of Sydney. NSW Maritime is now seeking amendments to the master “This site provides an important access point to Sydney plan to enable: Harbour for the many boaters who come from the west and • a greater amount of maritime-related floor space to be further a field,” Mr Tripodi said. developed “That access will initially come in the form of a major new • a greater area dedicated to dry boat storage; and public boat ramp to access the Parramatta River and Sydney Harbour. It will be part of the first stage of the project with • provision for direct waterfront access by maritime uses construction expected to commence in 2012.” to the Parramatta River foreshore The State Government approved a master plan for the With the formal process now underway, the Registrations site in 2005 that permitted the following: of Interest are now open. • wet and dry-stack storage; Go to www.maritime.nsw.gov.au/wh/hbwest_roi.html to have your say. Registrations close at 4pm Friday, 30 October • boat launching and berthing facilities; 2009.  Life’s Better and Easier

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6 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK New beginning for volunteer marine rescue in NSW

orts and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi has ushered in a new era in volunteer marine rescue services with Pthe official launch of Marine Rescue NSW on 1 July this year. Mr Tripodi presented a cheque for $3 million to assist with establishment costs. “This new body will become the maritime equivalent of the SES when it comes to the delivery of front line rescue services. “I congratulate all those involved in helping to establish Marine Rescue NSW,” Mr Tripodi said. Until now, volunteer marine rescue activities in NSW have been carried out by the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard (AVCG); the Volunteer Rescue Association, Marine Branch (VRA Marine Branch) and the Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol (RVCP). The Peter E Weston and the new Marine Rescue NSW uniform. Emergency Services Minister Steve Whan said the official start of Marine Rescue NSW was a milestone for the State’s boating community and rescue services. “The resulting report by John Price in 2008 indicated “There has been widespread consultation on the creation the previous structure of three separate volunteer groups of this new service, which has attracted strong support from had limitations and that the volunteers were ready to form a throughout the volunteer marine rescue community,” Mr single, coordinated group. Whan said. “The review consulted widely and found the ability of “The members of these services are recognised for their each organisation to recruit and raise funds was being over- skill, experience and commitment to the safety of people on run by the cost of their operations and training as well as the our waters. I thank them all and look forward to their continuing replacement of vessels and communication equipment. contribution through Marine Rescue NSW. “Radio overlaps, the location of bases, competition in “Members of all three organisations have worked together fundraising activities, as well as vessel maintenance and fuel to meld a single organisation for the future. Almost 1900 of costs were other factors influencing the decision to rationalise their members have registered their interest in joining the new volunteer activities and resources with the formation of Marine body, which they can do from today.” Rescue NSW.” Police Minister Tony Kelly said spending time on the State’s ports and waterways is a favourite pastime of many in New “The members of South Wales and marine rescue volunteers often risk their these services are lives to keep boaters safe. recognised for their “These members deserve thanks from the community for skill, experience and their commitment and hard work,” Mr Kelly said. commitment to the Mr Tripodi stressed the three existing organisations will safety of people on retain control and ownership of their club houses, boats and our waters …” equipment. In addition to annual funding from the Government, the ‘one off’ payment of $3 million will help meet establishment costs such as uniforms and the purchase of new vessels and Mr Tripodi said the history of volunteer marine rescue can equipment. be traced back to 1937 when a volunteer coastal patrol was Last year the Government, through NSW Maritime provided first trialled by the Royal Australian Navy as a support unit. $1.35 million to fund a range of operational costs including After World War II, the unit developed into a Water Police five replacement vessels, search and rescue communication reserve known as the Volunteer Coastal Patrol (VCP) which upgrades, money to support competency based training, vessel was given a royal charter in 1974. repairs and upgrades to navigation equipment. In 1961 the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Association This year, the State Government will allocate $1.39 (AVCGA) was formed. With the implementation of the State million for operational activities in addition to the $3 million Emergency and Rescue Management Act 1989, elements of the establishment grant. existing organisations affiliated with the land based Voluntary Over the last 12 months, NSW rescue groups have carried Rescue Association (VRA) to create the third rescue body, out 68 per cent of all search and rescues along the NSW Coast the VRA Marine Branch. and have attended to 1,374 rescues. Mr Tripodi said in August 2007, the Government announced a review of the adequacy and long-term viability of the volunteer  For more information go to www.marinerescuensw. marine rescue organisations. com.au

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 7 Over 400 people enjoyed breakfast at the official show opening.

agreement to encourage and promote the interests and services that NSW industry can provide to domestic and international superyacht visitors to our waterways,” said Olding. In other good news, NSW Premier Nathan Rees announced the next step in developing one of the largest maritime industry precincts ever to be built in NSW. He said the government was calling for 'Registrations of Interest' to kick start the redevelopment of the Homebush Bay Maritime Precinct. “The world class precinct is expected to cost up to $300 million to establish, and create more than 500 jobs in construction,” Premier Rees said. “The 18 hectare site has 900 metres of waterfront access to the Parramatta River and Homebush Bay and provides a unique opportunity for the boating industry. The boating sector Official Opening in NSW is strong and one of the top seven industries, employing directly and indirectly more than 20,000 people.” by John Heselwood with pictures by Paul Ruston Doug Olding, acknowledged the Premier's comments on and Janey Harper. the strength of the industry. “The Homebush Bay West site gives us a unique opportunity to create a world-class maritime precinct that will benefit the espite the recent resignation from the Australian people of NSW for generations to come,” he said. Marine Industries Federation (AMIF) it is business as usual for the BIA of NSW. Speaking at the annual boat The Premier made the announcement while officially D opening the boat show and was joined at the breakfast by the show industry breakfast, President Doug Olding said they will continue to represent the interests of members to all levels Minister for Ports and Waterways Joe Tripodi. of government and the community. Tripodi said the site offered the greatest opportunity yet to “As many of you would already know, BIA of NSW has support the boating community near the geographic centre resigned from AMIF. We considered this association, which of Sydney. is an association of associations is no longer providing the “This site provides an important access point to Sydney outcomes required by our members,” Olding said. Harbour for the many boaters who come from the west and “Until a more efficient and meaningful national body format can be designed and implemented, it is business as usual.” In his address, Doug Olding also acknowledged the NSW government for their receptiveness, approachability and understanding of the issues and difficulties faced by the boating industry in NSW. “Over the past twelve months there have been some great outcomes from government,” he said. These included: the amalgamation of the three marine rescue groups into a single rescue organisation; major initiatives on the waterfront lease issue; proceeding with preliminary ground work needed to go forward with the Homebush Bay West Maritime Precinct; partnership agreement between BIA and Workcover NSW; and the funding to finalise the sinking of HMAS Adelaide as an artificial reef. “It is also pleasing to announce that BIANSW and the NSW Superyacht Industry Association will be entering into an Pete Goss had the crowd enthralled with his tales.

8 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK further afield. That access will initially come in the form of a We need to be mindful how important boating is to the major new public boat ramp to access the Parramatta River welfare of so many Australians. and Sydney Harbour. It will be part of the first stage of the And we need to remember that the best boating is safe project with construction expected to commence in 2012,” boating, because no-one wants to hear that knock on the Tripodi said. door and find a police officer on the front veranda bearing With the formal process now underway, the 'Expressions tragic news. of Interest' are expected to begin in January 2010 and the proponent announced in mid 2010. President Doug Olding Boating Safety finished his address by correcting a major misconception As the Minister just said, safety is actually the number one which has arisen over the years. concern of boaties. A small minority may wish to hoon around “The impression has been gained by government, the our waterways. But the vast majority of boating enthusiasts media and the public, that boating is a pastime for silvertails want a safe and happy day on the water, and they certainly and the wealthy, with the view that all boating is done in put safety top-of-mind when it comes to boating at night. luxury mega boats. This is far from the truth as the reality is Joe mentioned earlier today there will be a Marine Precinct that of all the boats registered in NSW, 92 percent are under at the Show. Its youngest member will be the newly formed six metres and the majority are on trailers.” Marine Rescue NSW. These guys are like the State Emergency The breakfast concluded with a very entertaining account Service or the St John Ambulance of the waterways – skilled of some of the adventures of legendary yachtsman Pete and professional volunteers who are there when things go Goss. His account of participation in the Vendee Globe single wrong. handed around the world yacht race and the rescue of a fellow As you all know, we had three volunteer marine rescue competitor in hurricane force conditions is something that all groups all working the same patch. And when I became present will have etched in their memory for a long time. Minister for Emergency Services back in early 2007, I saw tremendous potential to bring these groups together and  Reprinted courtesy Boating Business. create one magnificent organisation, which would be better resourced and more professional than the three separate components could hope to be on their own. I’m proud to say – this potential is becoming a reality. Last year at this breakfast, Joe announced that the Government would provide $3 million as a one-off transition grant on top of our annual grants of around $1.3 million At the time, our plan was to achieve this goal in two years. Ladies and gentlemen, I’m proud to say we’ve done it in less than one. Just four weeks ago, on July 1, Marine Rescue NSW was formally registered, and we happily handed over that extra $3 million. This amalgamation is a great achievement for every member and every volunteer. You will be part of an elite organisation that can only grow in strength and significance as the years and decades pass. Each and every one you has my deep gratitude and thanks. In special recognition of your efforts, interested rank and file members will go into a draw for the first ten membership numbers of Marine Rescue NSW. You will carry those numbers with pride, remembered as pioneers of Australia’s premier Premier Nathan Rees. marine rescue organisation. A number of Marine Rescue NSW Board members are Speech by Premier Nathan Rees here today, and I thank them for their spirit of leadership and service. Friday, July 31, 2009 What remains now is to appoint a Chief Executive to he Honourable Joe Tripodi, Minister for Ports and manage day-to-day operations and drive the organisation Waterways; Doug Olding, President of the Boating forward. Today, as the next stage of our reform agenda, I can TIndustry Association of NSW; Industry stakeholders, announce the appointment of Inspector Glen Finniss from the investors and supporters. Police Marine Area Command to become the Interim Chief Introduction Executive of Marine Rescue NSW. This idea actually came from Marine Rescue NSW and I’m grateful for their inspired I thank Mike Bailey for that welcome, and I begin by suggestion. reiterating my Government’s firm commitment to the growth Inspector Finniss has been working in this field for 30 years and sustainability of the NSW boating industry. and is an ideal suggestion for the top job. He will serve for an We know how tough it has been for the industry over the initial period of six months, and his position will be funded by past 12 months. I applaud your resilience in presenting a the NSW Government. Glenn’s passion and commitment to spectacular show, an event that displays Sydney and Darling the work of the volunteers has been well known to you over Harbour at their very best. many, many years. He will be in a great position to integrate Boating is not just a great Australian pastime when times the new group and build a strong and positive relationship are good. It’s even more important when times are bad, giving with the Police Marine Command. A new era of marine safety thousands of Australians the chance to get away and restore in NSW begins. some peace of mind. Ladies and gentlemen, another important group of willing

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 9 volunteers are our new Boating Safety Ambassadors. Our Major Infrastructure Projects first Safety Ambassador is well known to many of you. He is As I said before, sensible and sustainable developments Andrew Ettinghausen, not only a legend of rugby league but around Sydney Harbour will always have a sympathetic someone who understands and loves the boating world. ET ear. Three projects of significance to your industry have has donated his time to help launch the new “Boat for Life” already gained approval, and I want to speak about them campaign, and I warmly applaud his contribution. for a moment. The campaign starts with a new website www.boatforlife. Earlier this year, NSW Maritime pressed ahead with plans com.au going live today, featuring ET providing safety tips to redevelop the southern side of Blackwattle Bay, immediately aimed at the trailer-boat fisher. west of the Sydney Fish Markets, as a maritime precinct. Our next Safety Ambassador is renowned international Maritime issued a Request for Proposals and I can announce yachtsman Pete Goss who recently arrived in Sydney and is today that All Occasion Cruises Pty Ltd is the preferred here with us today. proponent. Features of the proposal include: Pete has already given his time to filming segments for − Reconstruction of the former coal bunker wharf this campaign and is devoting his messages to better trip preparation and planning. He will be telling us how important − a three-storey building for office and retail use this is a little later this morning. − a permanent charter vessel facility This work is just a small part of our overall effort to − a modern 18-berth marina for charter vessels spend $3 million over the next three years from July 2009 to − increased foreshore access, and promote boating safety education announced at last year’s − a bus set-down lane to encourage public transport. Boat Show. While final details of the proposal are being negotiated, the marina berths and the working harbour development are Bays Precinct consultation targeted for completion in 2011, with the office and retail On a completely different topic, Joe mentioned the work development to follow in 2012. we’re doing to make Sydney Harbour a more user-friendly Earlier this year NSW Maritime advertised for Requests location for the boating community. I want to back what the for Proposals for the purchase of the Superyacht facility, and Minister has said. the redevelopment and long-term lease of the adjoining dry As the Bailey’s Marine example proves, we can deliver land. viable and sustainable maritime industries on Sydney Harbour, Sydney Superyacht Marina Pty Ltd has been selected as especially the bays west of the Harbour Bridge. the preferred proponent to replace the temporary structure It won’t be easy. Our standards of heritage, environmental with a new permanent and upgraded development protection and consideration of residents’ needs are much Final negotiations are now in progress. higher than they were when the bays were first opened up two A Development Application has been approved to centuries ago. It’s all about getting the balance right. accommodate 24 stern-to berths and pontoon fingers, My Government recognises that the Bays Precinct covering providing for vessels between 20 and 70 metres in length. Glebe Island, White Bay and other adjacent areas are important These two developments will bring investment of over $50 to both the local community and to wider Sydney. million to Rozelle and Blackwattle Bays and generate around That’s why we are undertaking a long and detailed 300 jobs in construction and ongoing services. consultation process on the best way to utilise the priceless Finally, I would like to report progress on what will waterside assets. I urge all of you to look up our website and become one of Sydney Harbour’s biggest maritime precincts make your views known at www.thebaysprecinct.net.au – Homebush Bay West. The site is a relic of our industrial past This is a vital opportunity to comment and put your case and the boating industry rightly holds a vision for its future. on the protection of Sydney’s maritime economy. So get The landward parts of Homebush Bay have been involved and have your say. transformed over the past decade into a rich and vibrant residential, commercial and sporting precinct. The Government believes that the same tide of renewal which has occurred on land can also be extended to the LIFEJACKETS water. You must have an approved Rozelle Bay has been the key maritime precinct for this, lifejacket for each person on board. the first decade of the 21st century. Homebush Bay West will Check that they are in good fulfil that role for the next decade. In particular, the landmark condition and everyone knows 2GB aerial site presents a magnificent opportunity for marine where they are stored. industry development. It is recommended that The 2GB aerial will soon be removed and the site will children wear a lifejacket whenever in a boat. Make sure become vacant. I am therefore delighted to announce today it is the right size and properly a call for Registrations of Interest to redevelop Homebush fi tted. Bay West as a maritime precinct. Be prepared - have a drill so We want as many potential commercial partners as possible people know what to do if there is to register their interest so we can select a shortlist of the very an accident. It is compulsory to wear a lifejacket when crossing a coastal bar. best to submit tenders. Why is this site so important to the maritime ENJOY SAFE BOATING community? www.bia.org.au Ph: 02 9438 2077 Well, it’s 18 hectares of land with 900m of waterfront For employment in the marine industry log onto www.bia.org.au and access, providing unrivalled access to the Parramatta River click on ‘Employment ... Jobs Vacant/Jobs Wanted’ and Sydney Harbour for boaters from Western Sydney. For boating weather log onto www.bom.gov.au/marine Boating Industry Association Not only that, it will combine environmental sustainability

10 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK and recreational opportunities, making it a venue to rival Proof of my government’s continuing commitment to the Darwin Yacht Club or the fishing boat port at Fremantle. this valuable industry, and to the 1.5 million people who go Imagine sitting there on a Sunday afternoon, enjoying a beer boating every year in our great State. or a cocktail, watching the sun slowly set over the bay to the west. It’s a magnificent vision and one that has my full In Closing support. My friends, The project will start with a major new public boat ramp That’s what it’s all about: support – understanding providing first class access to the river and harbour. – investment in your industry. Construction on the ramp is expected to start in 2012. Boating has been the mainstay of this State since the day All told, the project is expected to involve investment of $300 Arthur Phillip and his 11 ships sailed into Port Jackson. Today, million and create more than 500 jobs in construction. it’s not only our export lifeline to the world, it’s a source of jobs This facility will include wet and dry-stack boat storage, and investment here at home. And – above all – a rich source boat launching and slipping, manufacturing, maintenance, of satisfaction for hardworking Australians who just want the rowing, and, of course, entertainment and hospitality. right to get out on the water and enjoy the peace and beauty The existing Master Plan will also be reviewed with the of this land that’s been so richly blessed by nature. developer to incorporate the western side of the headland. I wish all exhibitors and industry members well over the I know the industry has a number of suggestions such as course of the Show. increasing the amount of dry boat storage and providing direct I thank you again for your optimism and resilience in boating access to the Parramatta River foreshore. these difficult times. All of these issues will be dealt with through that review. And I assure you of my ongoing commitment and Homebush Bay West will be Sydney’s great maritime support. achievement over the next decade. Thank you. 

Speech by Minister Joe Tripodi Friday, July 31, 2009 ince last year’s Show, a lot has changed across Australia and the world. S In the past 12 months, world trade circumstances have required governments globally to actively support economies to a level not seen before. But recent assessments of the Australian economy do offer cautious optimism and whilst the economy is still facing challenges, consumers are spending around six per cent more than they did last September and some key boating statistics have shown positive growth and give reason for optimism. NSW boating figures for example, should be some source of encouragement. There are 222,322 registered boat owners in NSW which is up 2.4 per cent on the previous year; and there are 483,649 powerboat driver licence holders – an increase Minister Joe Tripodi. of more than seven per cent for the financial year. Both are good figures for these tough times. enforcement on the waterways by NSW Maritime. With four more days for this iconic Show to run and close In response to this and as a clear and comprehensive to 200 boats on the marina, and 25,000 square metres of response to recent boating fatalities on Sydney Harbour, space in the halls sold out, I am hopeful for your industry NSW Maritime has doubled its night patrols, and increased that most of that stock and inventory out there in the Halls its vessels inspections by 20% from 2,830 to 3,406, in the and on the Marina walks out the door. last 12 months The NSW Government has been very focused on making Directly resulting from this, compliance with lighting up lost ground against the other States when it comes to regulations is now at 98%, while general boating safety boating and this has involved us building a stronger and better compliance is at around 88% across the State. relationship with your industry. Communicating safety messages and educating our We have made it very clear, where we think we rest with skippers has also been a priority of the Government. you, through our Department’s new logo. Maritime’s commitment to the You’re the Skipper – You’re Responsible campaign continues, while focusing on four key NSW Maritime safety priorities : Serving our Boating Community * lifejackets; Safe Waterways and Support for the * keeping blood alcohol under the 0.05 limit; Maritime Community * safe navigation; and * trip preparation and planning. Our stakeholder forums in both 2007 and 2008 confirmed Partnering has become an important part of how we have the biggest issues for our boating communities are safety, improved relations with the boating community and how we waterfront access and infrastructure. have delivered our safety message. Strangely enough, one of the things both forums clearly Good results are being achieved through concerted wanted from our Government was more patrolling and law partnerships like the one here at the show today with a Marine

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 11 Precinct in Hall 5, bringing together 15 partners in safety, including the Boating Industry Association, the Boat Owner’s Download BIA Logbook Association and the Marine Teachers Associations of NSW Logbook is now available from BIA’s website to name just a few. www.bia.org.au The NSW Government fully endorses Doug Olding’s recent statements promoting “education before regulation.” vessels and the movement of vessels between jurisdictions. Recreational boating is about fun and with a little awareness Some of you may be aware one of my roles is to be the and good compliance we can avoid draconian rules with Minister for Regulatory Reform. punitive penalties. That is all about keeping red-tape under control. Of course rules are not always avoidable and when we Today I am launching a pilot scheme to appoint introduce new rules we do it in a way that minimises the appropriately qualified private surveyors to conduct periodic burden and inconvenience to those involved. surveys of houseboats and other low risk Class 4E hire and A good example of this was the recent introduction of a drive commercial vessels used on smooth waters. practical component to the driver licensing system that started The new arrangements will be implemented in August. on the 1st of June this year. NSW Maritime will continue to conduct all initial survey The practical component of licensing tests completes inspections and periodic survey inspections of all vessels, a major package of changes to boat licensing over recent other than Class 4E vessels. years. Appropriately qualified private surveyors will be engaged It raises the bar regarding skipper knowledge and skill, under a service provider arrangement and there will be no while giving prospective boaters choice and flexibility in how change to survey fees paid by vessel operators as a result of to meet the new requirements. the use of private surveyors. Making recreational water activity a safe activity will mean In addition, issue of qualifications for General Purpose boating will continue its envious rate of take-up in NSW, Hands – the entry level position into the industry – can now particularly amongst families with kids. be done over the counter at our offices around the State. But safety is not only about the boaters. These are the latest in a series of changes in the Workers in the industry also need to be safe in their administration of commercial vessels and qualifications that workplace, which is why today’s launch of a partnership will make it easier to do business in NSW. agreement between WorkCover and the BIA NSW is a great At both our 2007 and 2008 industry stakeholder meetings, example of how government and industry partner to achieve another very strong message to Government was a desire for workplace safety. Improved Infrastructure and Access to our Waterways. This Partnership Agreement will involve a series of Our commuter wharf upgrade program is now well constructive and open network forums for communication and underway and I am pleased to inform you that the Government workplace consultation; and practical, effective approaches through its team at NSW Maritime has been thinking outside to improving safety outcomes for the industry’s workforce. the square on these projects by introducing some innovation to At last year’s breakfast I detailed the plan of the NSW a wharf upgrade program that normally people would simply Government to convince the Commonwealth on the merits expect to happen and hope not to notice. of sponsoring better National Standards for Commercial Following your advice to us that we need to improve access Vessels. to the waterways the renowned architectural firm Group GSA On this point we are getting slow but important has been appointed to lead a design process for the first 12 progress. wharves to be upgraded over the next four years. Having state-based commercial boat building design and While the actual designs are still to be agreed, you can operating standards will guarantee the boat building industry see from some of the images behind me that there are some will rarely grow beyond a cottage industry in this country. great concepts that will not only improve amenity for ferry State-based standards keep the resale price of commercial commuters, but open up the possibility of interface wharves vessels low as these boats cannot trade or be traded across for boaters at the same time, a theme canvassed at our 2007 State borders without incurring substantial retrofit and stakeholder forum. compliance costs. We listened to a common sense, simple idea and now, It is regulatory madness when every State thinks it knows within the design brief, is our clear desire to make broader something more than the neighbouring State when it comes use of these assets. safe commercial boat design. While the ferries will always have priority access to deliver This is especially the case when there are already two their timetabled services, recreational and other commercial international standards existing for us to adopt from. uses will be allowed for, and indeed encouraged, through our I can now report the Council of Australian Governments new design wharf upgrade program. has agreed to implement a single national system for maritime safety. Better Boating Program This will be done by broadening the Commonwealth Over the past 12 months we have also consolidated the Navigation Act to apply to all commercial vessels and with three boating infrastructure programs, into the one Better the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) becoming Boating Program. the national safety regulator for all commercial shipping in As announced at last year’s Boat Show, the funding was Australian waters under the new system. increased from 1 July 2009 to $25M over 5 years, an increase The transition period for the national system is expected of $2 million a year. to commence in 2011, with full implementation in 2013. In the last decade more than $20 million in Maritime grants The proposal has the potential to deliver real benefits to have been awarded to 400 boating facility projects statewide the commercial vessel industry, creating an expanded market of which $3.5 million was offered last financial year to six for boat builders, simplifying the movement of crew between fully-funded Sydney Harbour boat ramp projects.

12 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK Sydney Harbour has been the hardest place to improve Commercial marina owners now have a new land owner’s boat access with many councils resisting the presence of or consent policy, a new commercial lease policy and now improvement in, boat ramp infrastructure and this is why a transparent rental model that gives rental discounts for we now offer to fully fund any boat ramp project in Sydney investment. harbour. There is now no excuse for marina owners not to expand Money should be no excuse for councils. and upgrade their facilities. At the Wharf Rd boat ramp in Ermington the first stage of the I think all of you will agree that our new logo at NSW access road and car/trailer parking has been completed. Maritime has been more than just words. Now a contract will be let to widen the boat ramp by an NSW Maritime has been serving our boating community extra lane and provide new pontoon facilities adjacent to the by continuing to achieve real results, and by being your ramp. A contract has also been let for a new pontoon at the champion both inside and outside of Government. We are Tunks Park boat ramp and new plans for the Northbridge boat slowly getting NSW back its title as Australia’s natural home ramp are being worked up with the Council. for boating. We are also working with Council to provide additional Our recent State Budget detailed the biggest commitment facilities at the Lynne Park boat ramp in Rose Bay which will ever to building infrastructure for our State. improve some of the traffic issues at that site. Over the next four years the Government will spend $62.9 I have made this type of free infrastructure my personal billion on new and renewed infrastructure to create jobs and priority as this type of improved facilities provides access stimulate business activity and the maritime industry has not for 90% of boaters – the ‘mums and dads’ – that store their been overlooked in all of this. boats at home. Our commitment to sustain the state’s boating industry The latest round of applications close today. is what I would like to invite the Premier of NSW the Hon. Now you may not believe this, I certainly do not, but Nathan Rees to talk about today.  Leichhardt Council has done something good this week, by endorsing in-principle to transfer the Yeend St wharf to the NSW Government for use as a Day Berthing Facility. While the Council is doing this because it has let the facility run down and will not commit to it financially, the Manage your State Government will provide almost $1 million for this day berthing facility for recreational boats. It will comply with the latest disability access requirements, workplace issues have a landing for kayaks and other small craft and provide the boating community access to Ballast Point Park for day with confi dence visits and picnics. Finally, on the issue of access to our waterways, today the State Government also commits to just over a $1 million to build a heavy-duty loading ramp at the western end of Workplace Advice Line Rozelle Bay. Now, we all know that boat fuel on Sydney harbour has As a member of the Boating Industry been a killer and this is why the NSW Government has toughed Association you have access to the ABL State it out to get Bailey’s Marine approved. Chamber Workplace Advice Line. The Advice The Planning Minister has recently approved the Bailey’s Line provides comprehensive advice on the Marine Refuelling Facility at White Bay that will include a day to day management of industrial relations number of services for the industry not readily available and employment relations issues including: in Sydney Harbour – commercial and recreational vessel refuelling, haul out facilities and a ramp able to accommodate • Wage rates a Ro/Ro barge. • State, Interstate and Federal awards provision Commercial Marinas • Superannuation payments • Redundancy and termination Following on from the Permission to Lodge and Commercial Lease policies in 2007 and 2008 respectively, a range of other • Workplace policies measures have followed. • Workers compensation These include a simplification of the commercial lease itself, • WorkChoices exemptions from the construction approval requirements to remove red tape and improvements to Maritime engineering The advisors can help solve your standards and division of waterway requirements. workplace issues with confi dence. We started the very popular property planning forums for the maritime community every 3-6 months allowing input and Call the Advice Line today discussion on a variety of planning and land management 13 29 59 issues. Monday – Friday The final and missing piece of the jigsaw for commercial 8:30am to 5:30pm marinas was a commercial marina rental framework. The framework is designed to improve consistency in rent-setting and transparency in rental negotiations.

It is also a landmark framework for industry as it encourages ABL 758 and rewards investment.

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 13 together many Government and semi Government bodies in the one location. BIA Initiatives I would like to briefly report on some other matters involving the BIA of NSW. With regards to Boating Safety the BIA recently launched A 50 – Point Safety Check which is destined to remain on our annual list of activities to provide a boating consumer service for assessing the safety-state of trailer boats, onboard systems and equipment. This is aimed at promoting awareness of vessel safety and preparation. In addition, BIA will be joining NSW Maritime in supporting and promoting a new website to be launched at this Show. The Boats for Life website will provide safety knowledge and tips for boaters to enjoy their time on the water safely Doug Olding. and responsibly. As many would already know BIA of NSW has resigned from the national body the Australian Marine Industries Speech by Doug Olding Federation. We considered this association, which is an Friday, July 31, 2009 association of associations is not providing sufficient value ood morning ladies and gentlemen, and welcome in industry advocacy and services to our members. Until a to the official opening breakfast of the 42nd Sydney more cohesive, efficient and meaningful national body is GInternational Boat Show. formed it is business as usual for us in NSW. We will continue To all our special guests, BIA life members, BIA members, to represent the interests of our industry to Commonwealth, exhibitors and marine media welcome to this our 21st show State and Local Government and respective agencies as we at the Darling Harbour Precinct. have always done. A special welcome to The Hon. Nathan Rees, Premier It is also pleasing to announce that BIANSW and the of NSW, The Hon. Joseph Tripodi MP Minister for Finance, NSW Superyacht Industry Association will be entering into Minister for Infrastructure, Minister for Regulatory Reform, an agreement to encourage and promote the interests and Minister for Ports and Waterways, The Hon. Tony Kelly MLC services that NSW industry can provide to domestic and Minister for Police, Minister for Lands and Rural Affairs. On international Super Yacht visitors to our waterways. behalf of our industry participants we thank you all and On a further positive note we are delighted that the NSW appreciate your support and proactive approach to improving launch of a national website BoatsOnSale.com.au will take opportunities for Australians to participate in recreational place here at the Show. BoatsOnSale is a commercial initiative boating activities on the best and most extensive waterways of the State BIAs and Marine Queensland to deliver for our in the country. industry a cost effective online marketing medium which We also welcome representatives from Commonwealth has a great potential as a meeting place for suppliers and and State Government Departments and Agencies who have consumers for the industries products and services. an active involvement in our industry. The Show NSW Government Activity This year has seen unprecedented difficult times for the We in the boating Industry must thank the NSW Government recreational boating industry, so it is important we do not for their receptiveness, approachability and understanding underestimate the difficulties and uncertainty our industry of the issues and difficulties faced by the Boating Industry members and the general public are going through. in NSW. Over the last 12 months we have seen some great It is at these times that activities like the Sydney International outcomes with: Boat Show are special. It’s a time to showcase our industry, • The amalgamation of the three marine rescue it’s a time to stimulate activity between our members and organisations into the single Marine Rescue NSW their customers and it’s a time to celebrate the passion of organisation recreational boating. • Major initiatives on the waterfront leases issue. Many promotional activities have been organised this year to help generate interest and awareness in the public and the • Proceeding with the ground work needed to go forward media. These promotional activities were made easier by the with the Homebush Bay West marine precinct enthusiasm and dedication seen within the recreational boating • Development of infrastructure in regional and coastal industry. This passion came through strongly with the many towns of NSW. guests that we have at this year’s show: • Industry partnership agreement between BIA NSW and • Pete Goss from the Spirit of Mystery (re-creation of Workcover NSW historic journey to Australia 154 years ago) • And the one very near to my own heart, the funding • Justin and James from Crossing the Ditch (Australia Adelaide to finalise the sinking of the HMAS as an artificial to New Zealand in a two-man kayak in 2008) reef near Terrigal. • Jessica Watson from the upcoming Youngest Round A special acknowledgement is also needed to recognise the World voyage NSW Maritime as a major sponsor for over 15 consecutive • Don McIntyre from the Bounty Boat Voyage years at the Sydney show. • Dave Pagano and Colin Wade together with other We have establishing new ground this year with a passionate collectors assisting with their historic and classic Government precinct at the main entry of Hall 5 which brings boat collections display.

14 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK • The management and volunteers from the Sydney Final heritage fleet. In closing, I would like to correct a major misconception • The many speakers and guests from the Nautilus which has arisen over the years. Fishing Clinic and Better Boating workshops. The impression has been gained by Government, the • Andrea Francolini and Christophe Launay with their media and the public that boating is a pastime for silvertails fabulous photo exhibits as well as the many photographic and the wealthy, with the view that all boating is done in competition entrants. luxury mega boats. In addition to our Better Boating Lounge and Boat Building This is far from the truth, people boat in kayaks, tinnies, Competition, we have also included for the first time this year, fishing runabouts, ski boats, sailing skiffs, trailer sailers and a free Discover Sydney Harbour Tour which leaves Darling ocean racers. The reality is that of registered boats in NSW in Harbour every hour and highlights our great harbour. 2007 – 91% were under seven metres long and the majority All of these together with the excellent exhibitor displays, were on trailers. the efforts of the exhibitor’s staff, the professionalism of all our Boating is for everyone and we need to keep in mind that contractors and show suppliers, has resulted in this year’s show regardless of the economic situation a huge majority of our being as spectacular and exciting as any we have presented population still dream of owning a boat as a way to relax. or seen in the past. To borrow from Roy and H.G. we must: We thank you all for your passion and willingness to assist “KEEP THE DREAM ALIVE”. us in making this year’s Sydney International Boat Show one of the best ever. Once again I thank you for joining us this morning and as the organisers, BIA NSW, wish you all a productive and We hope our many exhibitors have a successful show and enjoyable show. look forward to a brighter sun shining on our industry in the not too distant future. Thank you.  Adventurers wow the crowds at Boat Show

The adventurers drew big crowds every day of the Boat Show. L to R: Andy Goss, Jessica Watson, Don McIntrye, Justin Jones and James Castrission. ne of the many highlights at this year’s Sydney that the Mystery be sold to cover the passage. Captain Richard International Boat Show was the daily appearances Nicholls, with a couple under his belt and in good spirits, said: Oby the adventurers on the stage of the Better Boating “I’ll take you in the Mystery”; and so an amazing adventure Lounge. These fearless souls held the large audiences in thrall was born. with their tales of adventures on the high seas and plans for Pete Goss, his son Eliot, Andy Goss and Mark Maidment future expeditions. (who completed the last of the trip by ambulance with a They included: broken leg) finished their 11,800 nautical mile re-creation of the voyage in March. Pete Goss Pete agreed to leave the boat in Australia so it could be Logbook has been following the exploits of Pete Goss at the Sydney International Boat Show. Spirit of Mystery was who built a wooden lugger and followed in the wake of seven featured on the Walk of Fame on the Marina. He also kindly Cornishmen who made a heroic journey to Australia 154 years agreed to fly back to Australia to share his story with visitors ago. Pete, proud of his West country roots and an enthusiastic to the show. wood-worker, the project is something Pete wanted to do since he heard about the inspirational voyage of the Mystery. Justin Jones & James Castrission The 37ft Mystery was an open Mounts Bay Lugger built On 13 November 2007 James, Justin and Lot 41 departed in Newlyn. Times were hard and the seven Cornishmen, all Forster, Australia. 62 days later they arrived in New Plymouth related by either blood or marriage and share holders in the New Zealand. Mystery, made the decision to try their luck at the Australian They had kayaked 3,318km, braved 10 metre swells, gold rush over a pint in the Star Inn, Newlyn. It was suggested faced howling winds of over 50 knots, endured severe food

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 15 Adventurers wow the crowds ... on the Bounty, when Fletcher Christian cast William Bligh and 18 of his men adrift in a 23ft open boat. During the following and sleep deprivation, wasting muscles and adverse winds seven weeks, Bligh and his men sailed over 3,700 nautical and currents to become the first kayak expedition across miles, in an overloaded boat, with little food or water and no the Tasman sea as well as become the longest trans oceanic charts, from Tonga to Kupang in Timor. kayaking expedition undertaken by two expeditioners. On that same day, in the same place, at the same time, James Castrission and Justin Jones indeed reached the Australian adventurer Don McIntyre and three other crew, sand at New Plymouth on NZ's North Island, and a place in will relive Bligh's nightmare, by attempting to sail the same history, on 13 January 2008 – 62 days after they set off from voyage under similar conditions, no charts, no toilet paper, Forster on the mid-New South Wales coast. They were sun- not enough food or water, in an 18th century traditional open burnt, bearded, underweight, physically and mentally wasted timber whale boat. McIntyre is not new to adventuring, but this … and most of all happy to be alive. challenge is like nothing he has experienced before. “Our journey across the Tasman was frightening at times,” James Castrission. “Sharks tearing at our hull, 30-foot waves Jessica Watson crashing over our kayak, and the possibility that the stern of Australian born, Jessica, who turned 16 on 18 May 2009, has the boat might be ripped away; these were all very real fears. sailing ability and experience way beyond her years. Skippers Who were we to take on the Tasman Sea? But the little kid who have sailed with her, consistently speak highly of her sailing inside me screamed, ‘Have a go, ya mug.’” skills, and her remarkable ability to learn and use information As a result of Justin & James’s popularity at the ’08 Boat in situations where instant decisions are called for. Show, they were invited back to launch their new book and Watson, who has been sailing since she was eight, plans to DVD about the voyage. set sail from Brisbane in mid-September on an eight month, 23,000 nautical mile voyage, around Cape Horn and through Don McIntyre the notorious Southern Ocean aboard her 10.4m (34ft) sloop, Don McIntyre, 54 and his wife, Margie McIntyre, 48, Pink Lady. from Hobart, Tasmania, are best known to Australians as Jessica’s route will take her northeast across the equator ‘the Antarctic Couple’ who in 1995 endured a year of total to Washington Island in the North Pacific, around notorious isolation, living in a box, chained to rocks at the windiest spot Cape Horn below South Africa and the Cape of Good Hope, on the face of the earth, Cape Dennison in Antarctica, the across the Indian Ocean and up the east coast of Australia site of Mawson’s huts. home. It is estimated the voyage will cover a total of 23,000 April 28, 2010 marks the 221st anniversary of the Mutiny nautical miles and 230 days at sea.  MIMRA honours outstanding youngsters

MIMRA graduates. by Bob Wonders he Marine Industry Mechanical Repairers Association Leisure Coast Marine’s Jason Winter took out the Mercury (MIMRA) has recognised six outstanding individuals for Marine award for the highest pass in Year 2. Ttheir effort and dedication in their Marine Mechanics The IAME award for hard work and commitment went to apprenticeships. R Marine 7 Seas Nicholas Ryan. There were eight awards ‘up for grabs’ but one Todd Baker, of Sydney Oceanics, was named MIMRA candidate, Bay Boat Sales’ Matthew Noonan claimed Rookie of the Year. three of them! The Evinrude award for hard work and commitment was He was honoured with the Boating Industry Association won by Elias Khoury, currently unemployed and seeking a of NSW award for the highest average mark overall, the position. Aqua Pro award for the highest pass in Year 3 and the S.A.E. Hopefully, after winning this award he’s unlikely to stay award for the highest average mark for any marine mechanic unemployed for too long. in NSW. An excellent group of young men, all on track to making An outstanding effort. a valuable contribution to the marine industry. Aquatic Power’s Michael Angel swooped on the Yamaha The Boating Industry Association of NSW offers its award for special merit in performance and attitude, while congratulations to them all. 

16 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK It may not be Rugby’s Bledisloe Cup, but those pesky Kiwis have beaten us again by Bob Wonders t has been termed an ‘on-going feud’ as Aussies and Kiwis go head-to-head Iin the annual Sydney International Boat Show’s popular Boat Building Competition. To make matters even more unpalatable for Australian supporters, the lads from across the ditch have done it by claiming the top honours for 2009 for, would you believe, the fifth time in succession! Our boys obviously need to sharpen their skills. Seawind, Bannister Marine, Western Boat Final Results from the Boat Repairs, Contractors, Vaudrey Miller and As usual, the contest attracted huge the winners, Cookson Boats. Building Competition crowds around the perimeter of Cockle The event is run each year by the First across the Line: Cookson Boats Bay for the ’racing’ that followed the (Andrew Durie & Sam Christiansen). actual boat building. BIA sub group, the Shipwrights and Boatbuilders Association of NSW Best Overall: Team Contractors Again, as usual, not all competitors (SBA) and the show organiser the BIA (Duncan Ritchie & Ian Begg). finished the race dry and afloat; two craft of NSW. Trans Tasman Challenge (the two capsized, though observers felt that may best overall apprentice teams): Van have been more likely caused by sky According to the winning Kiwis, their Munster Boats (Mitchell Gulpers & larking than inferior boat building. boat was more or less identical to last year’s wining model. Jarrod Browne); Noakes (Tom Denahy New Zealand Team 1, Cookson & Stuart Clark). Boats, built and sailed by Andrew Durie “We designed it to win and win we Encouragement Award: Stewart and Sam Christiansen took the gold did,” Andrew exclaimed. Shipwright Services (Matt Armstrong medal with the fastest time recorded for “It’s the same design as that we used & Brendan Buyink). the two laps of Cockle Bay. last year, so if it’s not broken, why fix it?” For the uninitiated, the Boat Building he added, somewhat triumphantly. Competition sees teams called on to The large crowd watching the race construct what is meant to be a boat chose their own favourite, a vessel using minimal tools and two and a half imitating a pirate ship complete with sheets of marine ply supplied by contest the traditional skull and crossbones flag, supporter Mister Ply and Wood. but crowd support did not help and the After what seems like out and out pirates needed a helping hand from Sea panic, the teams then launch their Tow to make it to the line. completed ‘vessel’ and set a course for All in all another great success and two laps of Cockle Bay. as it has in past years the Boat Building Eleven teams competed this Competition proved to be one of the year, Team North Bridge, God’s Gift, show’s most popular attractions.  Timberlicious, Munster Boats, Noakes,

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 17 Classics and Fame attract attention at Show

Boomerang was the stuff of dreams for many show visitors.

othing attracts a crowd like the craftsmanship of classic Cassata – Built 1958 in Italy, Cassata is a true gentleman’s vessels. With the assistance of the Classic Speedboat runabout. It personifies an earlier, more romantic era. Cassata NAssociation and the Sydney Heritage Fleet, this was found by current owner and driver, David Pagano, in a year visitors to the show were able to see some of the most state of disrepair in 2000 and restored, and is now regularly magnificent vessels to ever grace our waterways. used. Those interested in power or sail could see vessels of both Molinari Hydroplane – was built in Italy and is powered by an types in a display designed to show the classic and creative Alfa Romeo engine. This hydroplane, raced by Casanova, was alternative to modern craft. The display was both inspiring able to break the world’s water speed record for its class. and intriguing and included some well known names. Invader & Model T – One of the most interesting of the The halls featured some super fast, super looking and classic boats on display, Invader is a home-built wooden racer, innovative boats including: constructed in 1932 by farming brothers Ron and Horace Irwin from materials found around their property in Sackville, NSW. Invader was displayed with its car and trailer. Child of Bounty – A replica of a Royal Naval Launch dated around 1783, Child of Bounty was built for a re-enactment of Captain Bligh’s 4,000 mile voyage from Tonga to Timor after the mutiny on the Bounty. It was kindly loaned by Australian National Maritime Museum. For those feel the need for speed, also displayed were: The Jet – 1959; 750cc Renault Engine Melodee – 1959 Miss Kristhol – 1949 Sportsman Utility Runabout (Chris- Craft) Aggressor – 1962; 2000hp V12 Rolls Royce Merlin Aircraft Engine; capable of speeds up to 280kph Renegade – 1973 from Lewis Boats Atomic – Classic Hydroplane 1958

Protex early 20th century small motor boat

Show visitors were thrilled by the Spirit of Mystery story.

18 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK Invader – 1932 wooden racer, built by farming brothers Ron and Horace Irwin from materials found around their property in Sackville, NSW. Photo courtesy Lee O’Brien Afloat.

Latimer Lodge – Hydroplane built early 1980s The classic boat display was popular with show visitors. JMH – 16ft Hydroplane c1950 Cesilde – 1956 Italian gentleman’s tender And for the show visitors whose blood thrills at the sight of the 18ft skiffs roaring down the harbour, the history of these exciting boats were represented from Yendys (1924), through Taipan (1959) to Gotta Love It 7 (modern day). On the marina an unsurpassed collection of historic and significant vessels drew big crowds, these included Pete Goss’s Spirit of Mystery, and Jessica Watson’s Pink Lady. Some other famous names from maritime history were also on view, including: Aggressor – 1962; 2000hp V12 Rolls Royce Merlin Aircraft Engine; Boomerang – 1903; 73ft gentleman’s schooner capable of speeds up to 280kph. NB. Invader’s Model T Ford at Waratah – 1902; 108ft coal fired steam tug right. Photo courtesy Lee O’Brien Afloat. Protex – c1908; a small motor boat Below, Sixteen-year-old Jessica Watson’s 34ft sloop, Pink Lady. Love & War – Sydney to Hobart winner 1974, ’78 & 2006 Brindabella – 79ft Sydney to Hobart line honours 1997 

The sleek lines of Renegade were admired by show visitors.

Discover Recreational Boating Tours prove popular at this year’s Sydney Boat Show A n o n Matilda Rocket. oaties know the joys of heading out at sunrise when board host the water is like glass and there is a gentle breeze with pointed out Ba hint of summer in the air or the sheer joy of sharing some of the with a select few a tiny cove on Sydney Harbour which is yacht clubs, only accessible by boat, but the poor souls who have not boat ramps, tried boating have no idea. p u b l i c To keep the recreational boating market growing it’s m o o r i n g s important to introduce new families to boating, so at this and of course, year’s Boat Show visitors were treated to a special tour to some great show them why so many people love boating. Show ticket fishing spots holders had the opportunity to take a free tour of Sydney a n d g a v e Harbour on a Matilda Rocket. some useful The short trip showcased some of the best boating spots hints and tips about getting into boating. on Sydney Harbour, taking the on board guests to some of The tours were very popular with families and the glorious the special places that everyday families can enjoy. weather made the experience truly memorable. 

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 19 Dead-heat declared in photographic contest by Bob Wonders

elebrated photographer Andrea CFrancolini assisted by James Ostinga, editor of Digital Photography and Design magazine, were unable to come up with a clear winner during judging of entered photographs by show visitors. Two Sydney men, John Hancock, of Manly and Mark Brady, of Birchgrove, were named joint winners of the contest. The photographic contest proved quite a hit with show visitors, particularly the opportunity of seeing Clockwise from above: Peoples Choice: Steve Chapple – Shipwreck the inspiring work on display from both Andrea and Panorama. Judges Award: Mark Brady – Kiandra. Judges Award: Christophe Launay. John Hancock – Salt. Visitors also had the chance to enter their own favourite snap shot and the judging panel chose a quite stunning photograph taken in South Australia by Stephen Chapple. It beautifully showed a sailing vessel, the Pisces Star, which ran aground in Red Rock Bay, near Carpenters Rocks, in the South East of the state about 10-years ago. Show visitors chose the winner in this, the People’s Choice Award. Many obviously were impressed with Stephen’s work. Comments on the voting slips included such ‘gems’ as ‘It’s a photo I wish I had taken’, ‘It tells a story’, ‘Inspiring’ and ‘An interesting composition.’ The winning entries will be published in Digital Photography and Design magazine and who knows, maybe a new career in professional photography is on the horizon for one of the talented ‘snappers’. 

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20 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK Exhibitors win praise for standard of displays by Bob Wonders unts Marine, one of the state’s most respected marine dealerships, Hhas taken the coveted double, ‘Best Overall Display’ and ‘Best Hall Display’ at the 2009 Sydney International Boat Show. Headquartered at Blakehurst and with other facilities near Wollongong, Hunts Marine staged an imposing display encompassing its broad product range, including Evinrude, Yamaha and Mercury engines, Bayliner, Quintrex, Whittley and Cruise Craft boats and Sirocco inflatables. Hunts Marine’s former managing Best Overall Overall Display and Best Hall Display Hunts. director, Peter Hunt, now enjoying some well-earned ‘semi-retirement’ with son Jonathon at the helm, is one of the industry’s best-known identities and is a Life Member of the BIA of NSW.

Exhibitors displayed a high standard of ‘sheer professionalism’ in the staging of their displays – BIA General Manager, Roy Privett. Best Boating Avante. Display of Excellence Maritime.

Other display to be recognised within the halls of the Darling Harbour Exhibition Centre and rewarded for the standard of display included Avante Marine (‘Best Boating Presentation’), Navico (‘Best Chandlery, Accessory or Electronic Display’), McIntyre Marine/ Steyr Engines (‘Best Engine Display’), Hella Marine (‘Display of Excellence’) and Maritime Precinct (‘Display of Best Chandlery Navico. Display of Excellence Riviera. Excellence’). BIA General Manager, Roy Privett, said the exhibitors displayed a high standard of ‘sheer professionalism’ in the staging of their displays. It was a similar story on the Cockle Bay Marina where the spectacular array of luxury vessels captured the imagination of thousands of show visitors. No one sported a broader smile than industry legend Bill Barry-Cotter when Best Engine McIntyre. Display of Excellence Sunseeker. his company, Maritimo, was honoured for ‘Best Marina Display.’ ‘Displays of Excellence’ were also given to Riviera and Sunseeker. “The judging panel faced a tough task in choosing winners in every category, such was the high standard set by exhibitors,” Roy said. “I have no doubt that the standard of the displays played a major role in the show’s success and every exhibitor deserves to be a winner,” he added. Best Marina Maritimo. Display of Excellence Hella.

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 21 Boating industry ‘bathing in sunshine’ thanks to Sydney International Boat Show by Bob Wonders

he 2009 Sydney International Boat Show has closed the exhibits and after one of the most successful exhibitions staged in chatting with Tits 21-year history at Darling Harbour. Needless to say, exhibitors. the Boating Industry Association of NSW, owner and organiser T h e f a c t (on behalf of its members) of the Sydney International Boat that both men Show, was absolutely delighted with the overall result. made valuable Sydneysiders voted with their feet (and wallets!) as more c o m m i t m e n t s than 71,000 poured through the gates, an increase over last to improving year of one percent; lest you think ‘what’s the big deal about NSW boating one percent?’ consider this. infrastr ucture It was achieved in five days instead of the usual six. was the icing on The Sydney result was even more magnificent in view of the cake. the hard and cold fact that major boat shows worldwide are P r i o r t o struggling to attract high gate receipts. arriving in Sydney to attend the show, I, probably along with Final figures reveal that 71,810 visitors attended the ’09 many others, felt somewhat apprehensive; I did not know show compared with 70,767 over the six days of the ’08 what to expect and after all the GFC talk and rumours that exhibition. the show, particularly the Cockle Bay Marina display, was On the Saturday and Sunday, traditionally the show’s ‘big 'much smaller' than usual. days’, attendance was 21,221 (Saturday), an increase over My apprehension was needless; no one would have guessed ’08 of 13 percent and 23,297 (Sunday), up 12 percent on the show was anything but normal, such was the overall layout the ’08 exhibition. and the nearly-200 vessels on the marina. “Considering the tough economic times we were pleasantly Over the years, the Boating Industry Association of NSW surprised and delighted with the attendance,” association has regularly claimed Sydney was ‘the largest boat show in general manager Roy Privett, said. the Southern Hemisphere.’ “The fact that a five day show attracted more visitors than I think Sydney ’09, has reinforced that claim. the usual six day show can perhaps be seen as a sign that Some of the industry’s leading figures have probably known the recession is behind us,” he added. that all along; I recall some years ago when Peter Jenkins, Personally, I’m prepared to go further than Roy and simply then marketing manager for Riviera, more recently national claim that the Australian boating industry has tossed aside sales manager of Maritimo, looked me straight in the eye and the yoke of recession. said, “Mate, if this (Sydney) is not one of the top 10 boats I spent four days at the show wandering among and shows in the world, then I’m a very poor judge.” speaking with exhibitors, industry officials and show visitors And Richard Chapman, CEO of Coursemaster Autopilots, and I can honestly say that I did not hear a single negative then president of the Australian International Marine Export comment. Group, made the statement, “Anyone involved in the marine Even NSW Premier Nathan Rees and Minister for Ports industry who does not exhibit at the Sydney International Boat and Waterways, Joe Tripodi, exuded confidence; unlike some Show is not taking their industry involvement seriously.” political visitors who are more or less ‘blow ins’ for a brief look Roy Privett said association members were “buoyant” at at the show, both expressed the desire to spend time inspecting the level of interest the show had generated. “The show has also been a great success in building partnerships, not only in daily recreational boating, but in the promotion of safe and responsible boating,” he added. “Our aim is always to encourage newcomers into boating and to support those already involved. “This can be done in a way that supports the industry at large and also supports our safety partners such as NSW Maritime. “Increased participation in boating is important and the signs are good, but it is also required of the industry to ensure that people boat safely, making a day on our fabulous waterways more enjoyable,” he added. Domenic Genua, marketing and event manager for the association and a key man in the show’s overall organisation and presentation, was excited at the level of exhibitor feedback he had received during and following the show. “Of course we are terribly pleased with the attendance

22 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK figure, but even more importantly was the news from exhibitors across the board that product was sold,” he declared. “One dealer told me this was the best show sales-wise in five-years and many others told similar stories. “In fact, exhibitors across most market segments reported high levels of interest with boats, engines, electronics and associated boating accessories and equipment being purchased on a daily basis. “The fishing sector also remained strong and even more pleasing it was evident that families were embracing recreational boating as a means of bringing all the family together,” he added. Another industry leader sporting a broad smile was BIA of NSW president Doug Olding. Like me, he admitted to being somewhat apprehensive as to the interest the show would generate in these supposed ‘tough times’. “Seriously, how good is this,” he said, looking down across the exhibition halls as visitors poured through the doors. “Without any doubt, the industry owes a debt of gratitude to Roy Privett, Domenic Genua and every man and woman on the association’s staff for this outstanding effort. “To attract an increased attendance with one day less and to do it when other boat shows are battling to maintain high gate figures, says a lot for the resilience of the Australian economy,” he added. Perhaps the ‘quote of the show’ belongs to industry legend (10,613), up 14 percent; Saturday, 21,221 (18,753), up 13 and CEO of Maritimo, Bill Barry-Cotter. percent; Sunday, 23,297 (20,786), up 12 percent; Monday, “Hey,” said Bill, in his usual forthright manner, “someone 7,751 (7,901), down two percent. has turned on the lights.” Who knows, had the show been staged over six days instead Final attendance figures for the show, with ’08 figures in of five, it may well have attracted close to 80,000 visitors. brackets, were; The sun really is shining on the Australian boating Thursday, 7,421 (7,249), up two percent; Friday, 12,120 industry.  What they said – comments from the front-line

Bob Wonders spoke with totalling $4 million-plus.” – Dean Leigh- exhibitors and show visitors to Smith, Leigh Smith Cruiser Sales. learn their opinion of the Sydney “In view of all the gossip about a International Boat Show, 2009. recession, the show looks awfully good to me. Didn’t the economic downturn “It was a great show, the most positive hit the boating companies? I reckon we have attended in the past two-years. this looks top drawer, especially those We have made some sales and have million-dollar babies on the marina.” many quotes to do and trade-ins to – Geoff Cole, Rockdale, show visitor. value. Hopefully this is the end of the “From a Mercury Marine point of recession and the beginning of the next view, we believe the show was very present, have had several, but I like to decade of growth.” – Bill Barry-Cotter, positive in what has been a tough market. keep up with what’s happening and CEO, Maritimo. Quality of visitors was excellent and we this is the place to do it. The displays believe the final result will be good for “I am a boat show regular; I’ve look outstanding.” – Gordon Burwell, the industry leading into the summer probably been to most of the shows held Lakemba, show visitor. here at Darling Harbour. I usually catch boating season.” – Ken Evans, Mercury “We’ve come away from the show full up with some mates and make a day of Marine. of enthusiasm, with a good book of leads it, though today being Friday I’m only “We enjoyed the fact that the sun and plenty of test runs and follow-up here for an hour or two. Our big day will shone and the crowds attended in work for the next few months. It seems be Sunday and we’re all looking forward mass. The feedback from the public people are returning to enjoying their to it.” – Rod Evans, Meadowbank, show was fantastic, particularly on the 430 lives and buyers are starting to reappear. visitor. Mustang Coupe launched in January Beautiful weather and a great show.” and the 480 Sports Euro launched at “I found the show to be a positive – Tony Poole, Bluewater Power Yachts. event amongst the negatives of the the show.” – Chris Heaton, Mustang “Queensland boat builders with times. I truly believe those companies Marine. whom I have spoken say they have been with great product and a positive attitude “I come every year to the show, really pleased with orders and inquiries will continue to prosper. Since the show been doing that since it was on at the from the show.” – Horizon Aluminium closed, we have sold three vessels old showgrounds. Don’t own a boat at Boats. (… cont. over page)

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 23 What they said ... Always on the lookout for a new gadget for the boat and this is the place to try Bob James said everyone who for a good deal.” – Damien Johnstone, exhibited had a smile on the face. The North Ryde, show visitor. Haines Group have reportedly labelled “Another great boat show, did just this as the best boat show in 10 years, as much business in the five days as while one chandlery and accessory we would have in six. One of the best retailer is said to have averaged sales ever, thanks to a great team for putting in excess of $10,000 a day for the it all together. Lots of advertising to the duration of the show. Cruise Craft’s community, entertainment for the whole Nathan Nichols said the show was a family, a must attend event.” – Duncan great success. He was heartened by the Curnow, Musto. buyers, good show.” – Mark Rothfield, sales and the leads it generated. “In light of the present economic Newcastle Yachting and freelance Riviera’s John Anderson said his circumstances, I thought Sydney ’09 boating writer. Sydney dealers were very pleased was a pretty good effort from the boating with show sales and spent the entire industry. The more compact size actually “We sold boats and experienced day following the show with on- made it easier to get around. Mood was numerous follow-up demands in the water demonstrations for prospective quite upbeat, helped no doubt by the days immediately following the show. buyers. good weather and the adventure theme, Very happy with the current economic “On the whole, the Boating which gave boaters a reason other than situation. A good show.” – Stephen Industry Association of NSW is to be shopping to come to the show.” – James Milne, Riviera. congratulated on the show’s success in Hill, journalist, Australian Boating. “Both the boating trade and the such a tight market.” – Charles Dickson, “Speaking with my salesman’s general public seem to have undergone chairman, Manufacturers Division, cap on, we had an exceptionally a dramatic turnaround. At the Sydney Marine Queensland. positive reaction to our Jeanneau and Show it was game-on and back to “What a great way to spend a day. Archambault models. Buyers were business! What an extremely gratifying I’m a Haines Hunter owner and spend as looking for and finding ample value and change in attitude after months of gloom much time on my boat as work will allow. quality. With my old press hat in place, and suspension.” – Tim Simpson, Editor Wouldn’t miss the Sydney show – been I was equally impressed by many of the and General Manager of BlueWater Boats to every one for the past 10 years or so. other boats on display. Good boats, good and Sportsfishing magazine. 

BIA welcomes Try Crewing Day pilot study sets sail Corrina McMillan In November each year the BIA with the support of Yachting NSW run the very orrina McMillan joined the BIA team successful Try Sailing Day. Last year, Cthis August in the role of Coordinator despite overcast – Education conditions, more and Train- t h a n 2 0 0 0 ing. potential sailing T h i s e n t h u s i a s t s newly cre- gathered at yacht ated mem- and dinghy clubs ber services across NSW and the ACT. role calls for While Try Sailing Day is an September at the Cruising Yacht Club a diverse acknowledged success, a large number of Australia, Middle Harbour Yacht Club s k i l l - s e t , of the participants are children and one of and Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, and Cor- the opportunities identified by the Sailing Newport. rina fits the Industry Association committee was for bill with wide ranging work history and a day where adults could try their hand experience. at sailing larger yachts. NEW MEMBERS With a number of years in training Sailing clubs often have a difficulty management and consultancy including in finding and retaining crew, for both The BIA welcomes the following product development and accreditation, competitive and recreational sailing, new members: Corrina has also worked in business Try Crewing Day was developed to give Rob Seymour & Paul Hyslop analysis and communications, with a adults the chance to experience crewing – Pure Protect Pty Ltd. keen focus on customer service and and bring the pleasure of boating and David Sullivan – Sydney Vessel business systems. introduce regular crewing opportunities Management. Originally from England, Corrina such as twilights to a wider audience. relocated to Sydney with her Aussie Jeff Meads – Highndry Storage Participants will have to pre-register Solutions Pty Ltd. husband recently. on the BIA website www.bia.org.au In addition to embracing this Matthew Smith – S & S Customs and will receive some tuition, safety & Fabrication Pty Ltd. challenging role, Corrina is looking information and light refreshments on forward to pursuing her avid boating Christopher Hills – Hills Marine the day. Pty Ltd. interest in a far more suitable climate. The pilot study is scheduled for 20

24 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK Roy Privett – 21 years at the helm by Bob Wonders

n a way, the recent Sydney International Boat Show could lay claim to a triple 21st celebration; it marked 21-years the Ishow has been staged at Darling Harbour, it was the 21st show with Roy Privett in charge and it has now been 21-years as general manager of the Boating Industry Association of NSW for the same Roy Privett. During his tenure, Roy has enjoyed considerable success as the association’s GM. He credits much of the success to stability; “In 21 years the association has had only three presidents, Peter Hunt, Ian McAndrew and Doug Olding,” he pointed out. Practice, which incorporates the association’s long-standing Code of Ethics. “That stability that has allowed the association to prosper and has helped ensure its success,” he declared. The Code of Practice was launched in February, 1996, with comprehensive membership identification material and A self-confessed ‘Westie’ (“Granville Boys’ High graduate,” a marketing campaign; the code established standards of he chuckled), Roy, 59, now resides on Sydney’s leafy northern conduct and practice for the industry, with members required peninsula with wife of 35-years, Dale, and three adults sons, to sign an acceptance and willingness to abide by the code Russell, 29, Kevin, 26 and Andrew, 24. each year when membership is renewed. He well remembers joining the BIA back in 1989. “I was particularly pleased to note that after some “I was on holidays up at Port Macquarie,” he recalled. modification the Code of Practice was eventually adopted “There was an advertisement in the newspaper calling nationally, by all state associations,” Roy said, “I believe for applicants, I decided to apply, was interviewed by Peter it demonstrates the high standards adopted by members Hunt and Ian McAndrew and before I knew it I was general in their relationships with both their customers and fellow- manager of the BIA.” members.” Fortunately for the association, Roy boasted a ‘perfect Roy Privett is quick to pay credit to others in the background’ to take on the demanding role. organisation. He graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor “I suppose if I regarded anything as a highlight of my time of Economics degree taking industrial law as his major. as general manager and this is not only my doing, it stems Prior to joining the association he spent 15 years with from the efforts of a wonderful group of dedicated people, the Motor Traders Association, rising to the important role of it’s the fact that the association is highly regarded as a truly Director of Industrial Relations and Operations. professional body,” he explained. Little did he know initially what he was getting in for when He was equally lavish in praise of the BIA staff. he joined the BIA. “In that area, I have been a very fortunate man,” he The association had been wracked with controversy, people said. had been sacked and the staff comprised, wait for it, one! “The Boating Industry Association of NSW has a team “Things were tough at the time, no doubt about it, but absolutely dedicated to their roles, with Domenic Genua a both myself as the new boy and the industry at large was very standout among them.” fortunate with the quality of people prepared to step forward When he’s away from the office, apart from family Roy and help guide the association forward,” he said. Privett has a range of interests. Of course, stepping into the role in 1989 had Roy Privett Not only he, but the entire family are keen snow skiers facing his first boat show, the initial exhibition scheduled for and ’boarders and his sons have taken it a step further, one the then-new Sydney venue, Darling Harbour. of them even spending time as an instructor on the Canadian “I did not know what to expect,” Roy remembers. ski fields. “We booked one hall, and then more applications came Boating (of course!) and fishing are two of his other interests, in so we booked another. although after selling his Haines Hunter a while back he does “Amazingly, to me, applications for exhibition space kept not currently own a boat. arriving and we ended up with all five halls booked out. “But if there’s someone out there with a real good deal, “It was certainly a learning curve for me.” I’m happy to listen,” he joked. Apart from the continued success of the Sydney Rugby is Roy’s final passion, and when the Wallabies or International Boat Show, Roy rates his fondest achievements the Waratahs are playing at the Sydney Football Stadium it’s as being involved with the formation of the Australian a safe bet Roy will be somewhere in the stand. International Marine Export Group and the Marina Industries He’s even been known to round up his mates and head Association. to New Zealand to support the Wallabies in their clashes with He also lists improved environmental issues as an the All Blacks. achievement the industry can be proud of. Back on the boating scene, Roy is anything but a fan of Roy was also the instigator of the association’s Code of a former NSW premier, Bob Carr. (… cont. over page)

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 25 Roy Privett ... In fact, he launched a blistering attack on the former ALP leader. “Carr only ever discriminated against recreational boating, he was a definite enemy,” he said bluntly. “He set back this industry’s development by 10 years. “He placed a moratorium on marina development, so much so that our members were not even able to modernise facilities to bring them up to date. “Thanks to Bob Carr the various actions of government agencies under his direction stalled modernisation and development of facilities across NSW by at least a decade and impacted heavily on planning, legal and development costs. “Access to waterways was totally ignored under Carr’s government. “His decision to ban personal water craft from Sydney Harbour was just one of his many low acts, it was discriminatory and totally unjustified,” he added. Roy has no such problems with the present NSW Government. “I think recent announcements regarding Rozelle Bay, Homebush Bay West and an improved relationship we have with NSW Maritime are all going to aid recreational boating in this state,” he says. Roy is also particularly pleased with having achieved the REVS (Register of Encumbered Vehicles) scheme to NSW, with Western Australia and South Australia following suit and Queensland adopting a similar program. “I am also pleased, though nervous at the time, that a major commitment the association made has turned out so Joe Tripodi and Andrew Ettingshausen. well; I refer to the financial investment we made in the Walcon Marina system for the Cockle Bay Marina. Boating Safety Ambassador “It seemed to give a lift to exhibitors, too, all of whom lifted their game, improved their displays and dressed their staff in orts and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi has launched a new a professional manner,” he added. Pboating safety education campaign featuring sportsman I asked Roy one vital question; “Is this your last job, the and boating media identity ET – Andrew Ettingshausen. one with the gold watch and retirement at the end?” ET is known from his football days and his popular “Frankly, I don’t know,” he replied. “As you know, the boating/fishing television show and has volunteered his time association’s ambition is the establishment of a national, single to support the new 'Boat for Life' safety campaign. entity rather than an Australia-wide system of state BIAs. “ET’s background in boating and fishing and his reputation “An association of association such as the Australian built over many years as a role model in our society will help Marine Industries Federation was not working, was not the to reach out to the boating community,” said Tripodi. right way to go. ET is the first of a number of Safety Ambassadors in “My job is merely to articulate the policies laid down by the Boat for Life campaign. He said his role as a Safety my board, but if I’m seen to be pushing my own agenda or if Ambassador was all about putting something back into the I’m seen as in the way, I’ll step aside,” he declared. sport of boating. I feel sure the present BIA of NSW board, together with "I am passionate about fishing and boating, and I also love many in the boating industry, would hope to be seeing a lot to see people enjoying their experience and the best way to more of the genial Roy Privett.  do that is by being safe. The motivation is simple - the more we can encourage people to be safe and responsible, the more people will be able to get out there and enjoy the thrill Would you like to help make of boating,” ET said. more fish … naturally?  Reprinted courtesy of Boating Business. Grants of up to $30,000 are now available for projects to improve fish habitats. Fish Habitat rehabilitation projects of Use the BIA Logo direct benefit to recreational fishing that involve recreational fishers will be given preference. To find out more go to www.dpi.nsw.gov.au and search for ‘Fish Habitat Grants’ or contact Charlotte Jenkins on 02 6626 1107 or Sharon Molloy on 02 4916 3926 or email fi[email protected]. Applications close 5pm Friday 16 October 2009 Boating Industry Association

26 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK Sydney marinas voted best in Australia by peak industry body he Marina Industries Association of Australia (MIAA) has voted two privately owned and family run greater TSydney businesses as the best in the Nation. Empire Marina’s 200-berth marina at historic Bobbin Head in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park won the category for large marinas, 85 berths and over. The second category, marinas 85 berths and under, was won by Fenwicks Marina, Brooklyn. The winners, chosen from a competitive nationwide field to Empire Marina Bobbin Head – S. Smith, D. Vaux and J. Lawler. win the prestigious award, underwent a demanding evaluation process for selection. The MIAA Executive Officer Colin Bransgrove described the rigorous application and exhaustive assessment as, ‘a wonderful opportunity to review and assess business performance’. The MIAA judging panel selected Empire Marina Bobbin Head ahead of finalists from as far afield as Western Australia and Queensland. “Empire Marina Bobbin Head is a first-class marina in a highly sensitive and pristine National Park. The marina infrastructure has been developed with the highest level of consideration for the environment,” said awards judge Tom Chapman. Empire Marina Bobbin Head, 24 kilometres north of Fenwicks Marina Brooklyn – P. George, A. Fenwick and M. Bradley. Sydney CBD, works closely with the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service and the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) runabouts to 20-metre cruisers and catering for all facets of and delivers superior vessel repair and marine maintenance repair and maintenance making it a boater’s one stop shop. services to its clients while maintaining its clean, green “It is the enthusiastic response in which Fenwicks service marina status. their clientele and the presentation of the marina that makes The EPA considers the marina an ‘environmental leader it a credit to Andrew and his team,” said MIAA judge Tom amongst the greater Sydney Metropolitan marina vessel Chapman. repair operations.’ Managing Director Andrew Fenwick acknowledged the Empire Marina Bobbin Head has completed an eighteen- incredible effort and support his staff and tenants have made month re-development of the historic Bobbin Head Boatshed, to assist the business achieve this award and this would only formally owed by the Halvorsen family. The Halvorsen’s name spur them on to continue to strive to meet their customer is synonymous with pleasure boating for Sydneysiders and, expectations. as Darren Vaux, Director of Empire Marina Bobbin Head The outstanding performance of these two greater Sydney stated, “Winning Australian Marina of the Year confirms our marinas is a testament to private endeavour and a credit for company stance and attitude. Our objective in purchasing New South Wales; it can be no coincidence that waiting lists and redeveloping the marina from Halvorsen’s was to create are long and berth sales strong.  a facility that exceeded customer expectations. This award further motivates us to work harder and stay at the top.” National recognition confirms investor confidence in the Windcraft Hanse World marina and Empire Marina Bobbin Head has already sold 15 of 25 berths released for sale. Dealer of the Year 2009 The berths range in price from $190,000 to $950,000 with some buyers stating that capital growth in berths On their recent trip to the annual Hanse Dealer Meeting was outstripping traditional forms of investment in their in Greifswald in July, Peter Hrones and his travelling partners portfolios. Allan Bridge and Bob Vinks from Windcraft, found themselves Fenwicks Marina, is also a family owned business and one in the lime light as it was announced that Windcraft was that has operated from Brooklyn for over 20 years. awarded the World Dealer of the Year for 2009. The family’s association with the marine industry dates The owner of Hanse Yachts Germany, Mr Michael back to 1870 when then brothers John & Thomas Fenwick Schmidt, handed the award to Peter, stating that this overall commenced the first marine towing service in Port Jackson. prize was given to his Australian Dealer for their good turnover with good pre-ordered inventory, marketing and Fenwicks is now associated with a number of marine innovation feedback and in particular the Hanse owners ventures. In 1985, Doug and his son Andrew commenced Club, which offers a special new yacht service centre. construction of their marina, which incorporates 55 wet berths, car parking, administration and workshops. The award came as a complete surprise to Peter Hrones when it was announced. Windcraft had been awarded this Fenwicks provides full time employment for some 25 honour twice previously. Over 180 Hanse dealers from employees and tenants. It has a large purpose built hardstand around the world were present at this year’s awards. capable of holding up to 14 vessels ranging in size from 

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 27 Ken Evans – the ‘Mercury Man’ plans on slowing down by Bob Wonders

en Evans, for more than 25 years the well-known face of Mercury Marine, is standing down from his full-time Krole with the company and will take up a consultancy role beginning in 2010. Evans, currently Director of Outboard Sales and Service, will close the door on his career in January and expects to be involved for only six weeks or so annually. “It’s been an exciting 25 years, made all the more memorable thanks to the people I have been fortunate enough to work with and the people I have met through all facets of the boating industry,” he said. “Without any doubt, working for the Mercury Marine and Brunswick organisation has been the highlight of my life.” I was able to catch up with Ken at the recent Sydney International Boat Show and even though I’ve known him for Ken Evans. 25 years there was plenty to learn about regarding both him and his background. The Australian was up against factory-backed teams Born in Balmain in 1945, with his blood lines Ken Evans with such legends at the wheels as Renato Molinari and Bill had no option but to become involved with the boating industry; Seebold. one of his grandfathers served in the Merchant Marine during Ken was never backward in coming forward if it meant World War II, and later served as skipper aboard one of the some promotion for Mercury outboards; he recalls an incident legendary Manly Ferries. some years ago when Honda in the UK promoted its new four- His other grandfather was a Balmain boat builder, at a stroke 130hp engine with a world record for the class. time when the Sydney harbourside suburb could almost lay “I grabbed a 115hp four-stroke Mercury, the highest claim to being Australia’s boat building capital. horsepower we had at the time, cleaned up an old ski boat “I guess boating is in the blood,” Ken admitted. “When I and beat that record,” he said. was a little bloke I used to cadge free rides on the Manly Ferry “Funnily enough, I believe it still stands, it’s only about and my greatest achievement was finding my way down to 100kph and any one of a number of engines could beat it, the engine room and using a small oil can to lubricate some it’s just that no ones has tried,” he added. of the moving parts.” When it comes to boat drivers, Ken rates Sydney’s Bobby It may surprise some who think they know Ken Evans Halliday as good as any driver anywhere. to learn that he is a qualified electrician, having completed “He’s simply the best and Craig Bailey is another Aussie an apprenticeship and gained a diploma from the Transport perfectly capable of mixing it with the best,” he added. Institute when working for NSW State Rail. Meanwhile, Western Marine was proceeding ahead and He was also ‘military minded’, serving with the Royal shortly after its establishment purchased its own premises, NSW Lancers at Parramatta, in what was then known as the a former Ampol service station at Seven Hills. Citizen’s Military Forces (CMF). “It was quite ‘flash’,” Ken explained. “We even had carpet During his service, in which he rose to the ranks of Warrant on the showroom floor, a real dash of class for a marine Officer II or Squadron Sergeant Major, Ken helped establish dealership at the time.” the Military Driving School, also at Parramatta and served Ken continued club racing, initially with the Silverwater as its Officer in Charge. Speedboat Club, then the Sydney Outboard Club and finally In 1972, in partnership with a friend George McKenzie, the St George Motor Boat Club. Ken Evans became a marine dealer, establishing Western “I think I’ll always have a soft spot somewhere for powerboat Marine at Blacktown, in Sydney’s outer west, housed in a racing,” he declared. former service station. Around 1978, Ken and his partner had an approach to I guess it goes without saying that Western Marine’s initial sell Western Marine, an approach from none other than John franchise was … you guessed it, Mercury outboards. Smale, a man probably as well-known throughout the industry “And we had Bullet Boats and Brooker boats & trailers, in NSW as Ken Evans himself. too,” Ken added. The former Mercury dealer then became a Mercury man, He may not have realised at the time that the two names, joining the company for what would be a two year stint that Ken Evans and Bullet, would become virtual partners. took him through to 1980. Ken had linked with Bullet Boats’ Brian Fleming & Don Ken recalls being on holiday in the USA in 1980 when Cameron previously and still holds the world record for a he received a telephone call from Australia with a surprising single outboard vee bottom mono hull at 122mph (196kph) job offer. set in Bullet 1. The offer came from Leyland Australia, then owned by “We used a 2.4-litre engine from Mercury Racing, it was an the British Government, and it involved Evans setting up a incredible pairing and worked so well together,” he recalled. new division within the company. In the United States, Ken showed he was more than just “Mercury asked me to stay on, but I simply had to tell a run-of-the-mill boat driver when he piloted Bullet 1 in a them it was an offer too good to refuse, so I joined Leyland seven-hour race on the Colorado River in Arizona. Australia and stayed there for four years,” he explained.

28 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK He had nothing but praise for what he terms the ‘big three’; Mandurah, Sanctuary Cove and Sydney. “They should be left as is, but the others really need to take a look at themselves,” he said. So, what does a man do with a load of spare time after spending the better part of his life in the marine industry? “Mate, Olga (his wife) and I have an RV, a Quicksilver inflatable with a Mercury outboard (I managed to get a good deal on them) and we’re going to take to the open road on a regular basis,” he said. Personally, after having ‘bumped into’ Ken at boat shows around the world, it’s hard to visualise that he won’t be there at Darling Harbour 12 months from now. “Ok, ok, I’ll stick my head in, but I won’t be working,” he quickly added.  Ken Evans (centre), Mercury Marine Director of Outboard Sales and Service, with two of his colleagues, Stuart Buckingham (left), Territory Manager and Karl Roberts, Regional Service Manager, Better Boating applications NSW. for NSW “During that time I introduced Tohatsu outboards to Public boating facilities are about to receive another boost Australia, 35hp was the most powerful engine available then, following the latest round of funding applications under the and took sales from zero units to 3,600. State Government’s Better Boating Program (BBP), announced “We also handled Thornycroft diesels and other products Ports and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi last month. such as chain saws, gensets and the like.” Seventy-nine applications have been lodged for new In 1984 Ken Evans ‘returned to the fold’, re-joining Mercury recreational boating infrastructure projects, including 14 for Marine as NSW manager, beginning a journey that will near boat ramp funding on Sydney Harbour. its end in January next year. “Of the remaining 65 applications from regional NSW, most Ken finds it difficult to nominate career highlights. are from coastal councils and the Murray area, so the interest “I guess being a regular award winner is right up there,” has come from across the State,” Mr Tripodi said. he said. “Although the total number of applications is only slightly “I’ve won numerous honours for sales, customer service more than the 71 received in 2008-09, the value of this year’s and profitability and a definite highlight would be winning the funding requests is more than double what was sought last President’s Award one year which led to spending a week in year.” the Caribbean with the late Jack Reichert, then Brunswick Applications for the 2009-2010 Better Boating grants president and an absolutely top bloke.” closed on July 31. In 1991, Theo Wiggill, president of what had in Australia The 65 funding requests lodged by regional councils, become Marine Power, made the decision for Mercury to boating organisations and community groups totalled $7.1 ‘get into boats’ and Ken Evans was involved from the start million, while funding applications for Sydney Harbour boat arranging for agreements between manufacturers such as ramps totalled $7.6 million. Quintrex and Dunbier trailers. Mr Tripodi said up to $5 million will be made available He was appointed National Manager Mercury Marine Boat this year through the Better Boating Program, an increase of Division and headed the division to its eventual sales of more $2 million on previous years. than 2,600 craft. “The funding increase announced in this year’s State Budget In 1997, Evans was moved back to his first love, outboard means the Government will provide a total of $25 million for engines, and was named Director, Sales and Service Outboards, boating infrastructure projects over the next five years. for Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific Region. “The program includes up to $2.5 million per year for “It’s been a quite a ride,” he told me, “and I’ve loved every regional infrastructure grants, with successful applications minute of it.” receiving up to 50 per cent of the total cost of a project. During our chat I discovered one thing Ken and I have in “Funding of up to $1.5 million per year is also provided common – neither of us has any idea how many boat shows to improve the public boat ramp facilities in Sydney Harbour, we have attended. covering up to 100 per cent of eligible total costs.” “It must run into hundreds,” Ken said. Mr Tripodi said the projects will be assessed initially at Looking back over his time in the industry, Ken rates a regional level and independent assessment committees today’s technology as the greatest improvements he’s seen will meet next month to consider all of the submitted in engines, along with horsepower and performance. applications. “And improved technology has led to boats being lighter Successful applicants are expected to be announced and stronger, which has improved both performance and fuel before the end of 2009. economy,” he added. NSW Maritime utilises revenue raised from vessel On the boat show scene, Ken believes some of Australia’s registration and licence fees to help fund the grants boat shows need some urgent ‘transfusion’. program. “Adelaide is the most ineffective boat show in Australia  Details of all recently approved grants are listed on and Melbourne and Brisbane aren’t far behind and Perth is the NSW Maritime website http://www.maritime.nsw.gov. catching up really quick,” he declared. au/cv/success_projects.html

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 29 Make your hard earned money work hard for you!

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MTA 0553_210x297.indd 1 17/7/09 2:59:01 PM to drive on the roads, the Government believes the same principle should apply to boating.” Ports & Waterways Mr Tripodi said obtaining a General Boat Licence now involves three steps: the new practical component, completing the Boating Safety Course, either on-line, by CD or at a training New pilot survey scheme for course and a theory test which can be undertaken at a NSW Maritime office. houseboats Licence applicants can gain practical boating experience orts and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi has announced by: Pa pilot scheme which will allow private marine surveyors • undertaking a minimum of three trips in a powered vessel to conduct periodic surveys of houseboats and other low-risk under the guidance of an experienced skipper and completing commercial vessels. the Boating Licence Practical Logbook, or Mr Tripodi said NSW Maritime marine surveyors and naval • attending a practical course conducted by a Recognised architects will continue to conduct all initial survey inspections Training Provider. of these vessels, as well as initial and periodic inspections “To complete the logbook which contains a checklist of all other craft. of practical, on-water experiences, a ‘trainee’ must be “However, using appropriately qualified private surveyors accompanied by a licensed skipper who then verifies that the to conduct periodic inspections of low-risk vessels such as specific activities have been undertaken,” Mr Tripodi said. houseboats and barbecue pontoons will allow NSW Maritime The logbook will be available at all NSW Maritime service surveyors to concentrate on vessels that represent a higher centres, RTA Motor Registries, and Government Access safety risk. Centres. It can also be downloaded from Maritime’s website “It will also allow NSW Maritime surveyors to focus on As of the end of April 2009, there were just over 473,000 strategies to mitigate risk, such as auditing operational and boat license holders in NSW – an increase of nearly 4.5 percent emergency procedures for passenger, trading and fishing on the previous year.  boats,” Mr Tripodi said. To qualify for appointment as a surveyor, applicants must Five new safety patrol craft hold a minimum qualification of a Marine Engine Driver Class 1 Certificate of Competency, a Certificate 3 in Small Craft for NSW waterways Construction or a Diploma in Naval Architecture. They also must have recent experience as a marine orts and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi said the purchase surveyor or boat builder. Pof five new patrol boats at a cost of almost $750,000 will provide NSW Maritime safety officers with an increased Comprehensive procedures have been developed which presence on the State’s waterways. list the checks that must be conducted as part of the survey inspection, and the service levels that must be achieved. Mr Tripodi said the new boats have been purpose built and equipped to carry out safety patrols both offshore and Successful applicants will be engaged for an initial one- on harbours and inland waterways. year period, and will be paid a fee for service. They include a 4.8m Cobia Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) Mr Tripodi said there will be no change in the survey valued at close to $40,000 which has been built at Huskisson fees paid by vessel operators as a result of using private on the NSW South Coast. surveyors.  “The 4.8m Cobia was recommended for its robust construction and seaworthiness. It is equipped with a 50hp Licence logbooks for safer Honda outboard engine and comes with a heavy duty trailer for mobility,” Mr Tripodi said boating in NSW A second vessel, a Sailfish 7.4 metre Platinum Series catamaran powered by two 150 horsepower Honda outboard eople applying for a power boat licence will have to show engines and valued at $193,000, is currently under construction they have practical ‘on-water’ boating experience under P at Alstonville on the NSW North Coast. new licence regulations which came into force 1 June. Mr Tripodi said boat enthusiasts were able to see a Ports and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi said from 1 ‘recreational’ version of the Sailfish in a display by Webbe June 2009 anyone wanting a licence will have to complete Marine at the Sydney International Boat Show. a Boating Licence Practical Logbook or attend a registered Three of the new patrol boats are Kevlacat 3000 express training provider course. cruisers built in Queensland. “This practical component is in addition to the two existing Valued at close to $172,000 each, the 8.1 metre catamarans theory tests applicants need to sit,” Mr Tripodi said. are equipped with twin 175 horsepower four-stroke Suzuki “NSW already has one of the strongest boat licence test outboard engines. systems in Australia and people wanting a licence need “These Australian built boats have been selected because to demonstrate a comprehensive level of boating safety of their capacity to patrol offshore, and the fact that they knowledge. provide NSW Maritime’s Boating Services Officers with an “But just as you need practical experience to get a licence effective work platform in a range of weather conditions,” Mr Tripodi said. Mr Tripodi said Maritime safety patrol boats are used to Got an opinion about a Logbook article? conduct on-water safety checks and a range of other activities A comment on industry matters? to support the boating community. Send us a letter for publication. Last year the NSW Maritime network of officers conducted more than 45,000 checks State-wide. 

32 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK Maritime online alert service launched orts and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi has launched a Pfirst in Maritime safety – an on-line alert system to help boat owners and rock fishermen prepare and plan a day out on or near the water. Mr Tripodi said the Maritime alert is based on official weather data and will be delivered free of charge through the internet. "NSW Maritime is delivering this system as a 12 month trial in a bid to encourage people to think about their limits when it comes to boating and fishing. "Changing weather conditions mean every skipper and their boat and every fisherman has a limit to their capabilities or comfort zone. "This alert system encourages people to think about the conditions and to seek more detailed weather reports before "The webcam system is delivering real time vision of coastal deciding to go on the water." bars and has proven popular with people wanting to see the Mr Tripodi said NSW Maritime had worked with conditions live. Now, with the Maritime alert people are being Coastalwatch over the past 12 months to build and deliver encouraged to think about the wind and sea conditions prior the system. to heading out,” Mr Tripodi said. “To join go to www.maritime.nsw.gov.au/alerts/wind.html "NSW Maritime is delivering these services to help promote and register your details, choose a wind threshold you want a culture of safe boating, but the alerts may also be of interest to be alerted to and choose the area where you intend to go to rock fishers. boating. "The Maritime Alert system is not intended to replace any “If the chosen wind threshold is forecast to be met or existing weather service and should be considered as just exceeded, an alert will arrive by email just after midday on another tool people can use to be safe." the day prior to the planned boating or fishing excursion.” Mr Tripodi said NSW has a growing recreational boating Mr Tripodi said the alert will provide the following: community, with an estimated 1.5 million people enjoying the waterways each year. • A near shore forecast; The Maritime alert is an extension of the “You're the Skipper • The marine forecast; - You're Responsible” awareness campaign. • Official sunset and sunrise times; Subject to evaluation and feedback over the next 12 • Tide heights and times at Fort Denison, and a link to months, it is intended to make the service permanent while the time lags for tides along the coast. Maritime is also investigating the feasibility of introducing an Coastalwatch previously helped NSW Maritime deliver SMS alert system. More information can be found at www. 16 live webcams at locations such as bar crossings along maritime.nsw.gov.au the NSW coast.  Red tape reforms streamline commercial licence requirements orts and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi said reforms aimed Certificates issued by Yachting Australia to make it easier Pat streamlining commercial boating licence requirements for people holding these qualifications to work on a range of will make it easier for people to find work in the maritime commercial vessels in NSW for which a coxswain certificate industry. is required. “Cutting red tape will assist hundreds of people each year Mr Tripodi said the reforms are part of a continuing to get jobs on a variety of commercial craft such as ski boats, process of improving services and reducing red tape for vessel charter yachts and ferries,” Mr Tripodi said. operators and people seeking a career in the commercial “These reforms will make it easier for commercial operators maritime sector. to do business while maintaining appropriate standards of More details can be found at www.maritime.nsw.gov.au public safety.” The reforms include new procedures for issuing General Use the BIA Logo Purpose Hand (eg. deckhands) endorsements on the spot at all NSW Maritime offices in a move expected to benefit an estimated 500 people a year. “Ski clubs and other commercial operators will also benefit from new streamlined requirements for drivers of water-ski and aquaplane vessels,” Mr Tripodi said. “Operators will only need a general boat licence or PWC licence instead of the current commercial qualification.” Boating Industry Association Other reforms include: • Operators of beach haul fishing vessels now only require Let your potential customers know that you are a a general boat licence or PWC licence; member of the Boating Industry Association of NSW • Recognition of commercially endorsed Yachtmaster and you comply with the Industry's Code of Practice.

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 33 Industry Partnership Agreement a boost for the Boating Industry

he last edition of Logbook set-out the strategy and actions of the BIA in support of our member’s ability to Tmanage the OH&S regulatory framework, and we were pleased to finalise an Industry Partnership Agreement with WorkCover at the Sydney International Boatshow. Speaking at a meeting of Boating Industry and Workcover representatives at the show, Minister for Finance Mr. Joe Tripodi said, “This initiative will target key areas such as risk management and workplace consultation to assist businesses deliver sustainable occupational health and safety outcomes. “Across the state over 9000 workers are employed directly in the boating industry with 80 per cent employed in full-time work. Minister Tripodi and BIA President, Doug Olding, sign the “During 2007-08 there were more than 175 injuries among WorkCover agreement. boating industry workers in New South Wales costing the WorkCover Scheme more than $730,000. ability to protect the health and wellbeing of our people,” Mr “The partnership will make a significant contribution to Privett said. raising awareness about workplace safety issues, hazard “We welcome the knowledge and resources of our new identification and risk reduction as well as how to safely return partner and look forward to the task ahead,” he said. a worker to work following an injury,” he said. As we at the BIA progress with our strategy to foster Boating Industry Association of New South Wales General greater awareness and ability to manage OH&S, the Marine Manager, Roy Privett said, “The partnership will enhance the Card program is tracking well toward its 1000th ‘inductee’, Association’s capacity to support its members with proactive and August saw the second run of the Managing OH&S course and industry specific approaches to managing occupational for managers and supervisors in Crows Nest. health and safety. Addressing development of industry safety standards, a “Through closer ties with WorkCover, the BIA can build further meeting was held at Sydney International Boat Show on our existing initiatives, and further develop the industry’s of industry and WorkCover representatives to identify key areas of boating industry activity that challenge even the most dedicated efforts to comply with the law. A number of issues were identified at the meeting such as working at heights, working on boat interiors, and the relevance and value of some types of safety clothing (helmets EMPLOYMENT and work-boots etc). JOBS VACANT / JOBS Moving forward we aim to hold a series of workshops with industry to explore these issues further, and establish OH&S WANTED best-practice where practical safety solutions may require special recognition under workplace safety regulation. The BIA web site now has an active and dedicated In order to support these processes and objectives, BIA jobs vacant and job wanted area. have recently submitted two substantial grant applications Listing jobs vacant or wanted is simple and can be under the WorkCover Assist funding program. done on-line. Focused on strengthening OH&S performance in regional areas, and development of a landmark research project See the BIA web page at www.bia.org.au to develop best-practice guidelines, success with these For quick access to the employment area see the applications will be critical for ongoing improvements in short cut on the opening page or to go directly to the boating industry OH&S. page enter the following site A great many BIA members have supported these OH&S http://www.bia.org.au/employment.html activities and initiatives, and our successes to date and bright prospects for the future are largely due their efforts, This is a free service. contribution, and support. Our thanks to all of you.  Employment listings are loaded onto the web site normally within 24 hours.

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34 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK Start of Australian Marinas Value Study BIA STATIONERY AND SERVICES

Marine Craft Berthing, Storage and Mooring Agreement Printed in duplicate for licensor, licensee. L-R: B. Green, NSW Maritime, Dr. E. Mahoney, J. Spragg Essential for Marina Operators (Bellingham Marine), A. Short (Ferguson’s Boatshed), P. Robinson $25.00 (inc. GST) for 25 agreements. (NSW Department of Lands), S. Dunn (NSW Maritime), Prof. D. Stynes photographed at Fergusons Marina, Mosman.

he collection of data to underpin the Australian Marinas TValue Study has commenced. The study will aggregate Marine Brokers Stationery information provided by marinas to quantify the economic and employment value of Australian marinas. Contract for Sale of a new Boat Jeff d’Albora, President of MIAA says the Study is an ♦ $37.50 (incl GST) per pack of 25 essential initiative by the marina industries to better quantify the value of marinas. “For too long we have lacked robust data to present to ♦ Marine Brokers Authority to Sell government, investors, bankers and the wider community $22.50 (incl GST) per pack of 25 on the positive economic and employment impacts of our marinas,” he said. ♦ Vessel Selling and Purchasing Agreement The technical components of the project are being led by $22.50 (incl GST) per pack of 25 Dr. Ed Mahoney, professor and industry extension specialist at Michigan State University and a co-director of the Recreational ♦ Vessel Offer to Purchase Marine Research Centre (RMRC) in the USA. $16.50 (incl GST) per pack of 25 Dr Mahoney and his associated Prof Daniel Stynes visited marinas in NSW leading up to the Marinas 2009 conference. The study is being supported by the NSW Department of ♦ Vessel Details – Power Lands as well as other Queensland, Victorian and Australian $16.50 (incl GST) per pack of 25 government agencies. MIAA is encouraging all marinas in Australia to enter data. ♦ Statutory Declaration Form Executive Officer of MIAA Colin Bransgrove said industry $12.50 (incl GST) per pack of 25 stands to gain a lot from the outcomes of the study but marina businesses must make the effort to participate. “It is in the interests of every marina in Australia to enter their data. The bigger the sample size the more robust the data MIMRA Stationery and the better the quality of the analysis that will be possible by Dr Mahoney and his team,” Bransgrove said. ♦ MIMRA ‘STOP – Do not operate’ tag Only aggregated data will be presented in the study and all $48.00 (incl GST) per pack of 100 individual data is help in strict confidence by Dr Mahoney. The project website to enter data is www. MIMRA ‘Customer item ID’ card aussiemarinasurvey.com ♦ $25.00 (incl GST) per pack of 100

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BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 35 Marina Association of NSW obstacles have been overcome and just when we thought Having successfully negotiated an improved we were able to let a contract for construction, we now find marina investment environment with greater that with the release of the Commercial Marina Rental Policy security of tenure and more streamlined in August 2009 that the boat storage fees payable to NSW development approval processes, the issue of Maritime have doubled, and this is jeopardising the project. marina rents has been front and centre for the “It seems the policy is reasonable for sites with all berths but MANSW since early 2008. it requires a substantially increased fee for those sites like Davis Significantly higher expectations of Marina that are still a mixture of berths and moorings”. landowners and unfathomable rent-calculation methods, A development proposal at Tom Ugly’s Bridge Marina on coupled with burgeoning OH&S and environmental compliance the Georges River was hampered by the planning regime, but costs, emerged in the credit-scarce marketplace as the new principle Frank Bragias is well satisfied with the outcome, thorn in the side of many marina operators. reporting that their D.A. approved in August will double in- After intensive and sustained negotiations, the Pitcher water storage capacity and permit substantial upgrades to Partners report on Sustainable Rents was commissioned by the supporting structures and facilities. BIA, and this independent review of the landscape set down Whilst yet to discuss leasing arrangements with landlords, principles and values for a transparent and equitable method Land and Property Management Authority (formerly of calculating marina rents based on percentage of turnover. Department of Lands), the D.A. approval is a major milestone Vigorous and robust discussions between landlords and the for Tom Ugly’s and an important step forward. Congratulations Association ensued. Frank. The announcement of NSW Maritime’s Commercial Development concerns aside, marinas with fuel facilities Marina Rental Policy at the Sydney International Boat Show have begun to report contact from the Department of was well received by members, although some categories of Environment Climate Change and Water (DECC) with regard marina income are in our opinion still too heavily burdened to regulation of underground petroleum storage systems. by rental levy, and the practice of claiming a percentage of Changes to the rules came into effect in June 2008 and revenue derived from commercial moorings in addition to it appears that compliance activity is set to increase. For the mooring license fee is in our opinion, a double-dip and further information visit http://www.environment.nsw.gov. inappropriate. au/clm/upssguidelines.htm. Whilst discussions continue on these few points, the On-water fuel suppliers in Port Stephens have reported industry looks to have secured at last a manageable platform their concern over fuel tankers dispensing to vessels from for investment, modernisation and growth. public wharves and jetties on the waterway, with at least one Perhaps testament to this but a reminder of the ever-present fuel spill reported to local Council, EPA, and Marine Parks nightmare of the planning environment, Sydney Harbour is Authority. set to see its first ‘all new’ commercial marina facility since No action by these bodies appears to have been taken to before the dark days of the moratorium and a substantial restrict this activity, though BIA have formally requested advice upgrade to an old friend in the north harbour. from Port Stephens Council as to if and how this practice can After a four year struggle and significant expense, be managed. We await their correspondence. judgement in favour of development proposed for Rose Bay MANSW has been made aware of a number of boat fires and Point Piper Marinas was handed down by the Land and recently. Dramatic events at Pittwater and Port Stephens have Environment Court in August. been of high profile and great concern, though smaller and A chuffed Ned O’Neil spoke on behalf of the team saying, less publicised occurrences are equally disturbing. Though “Rose Bay and Point Piper Marinas will incorporate 83 berths thankfully no loss of life or serious injuries have occurred ranging from 10 metres to 30 metres in length. We are looking as a result of these incidents, marina operators and clubs in forward to moving ahead with the final stages of delivering affected areas are taking steps to review their capability and this project and building the best marina in Australia”. preparedness to respond to such emergencies. In addition, Davis Marina in Manly was awarded its D.A. MANSW will work with these groups in an effort to ensure in June this year after almost nine years in the trenches. that the industry has access to best-practice information and Proposing to replace the fixed structure with a modern product support. floating facility, the 28-berth marina will incorporate a small In closing, we have been advised that in response to hardstand for boat repairs and also support a large number BIA’s investigation of breach notices issued by the Office of of commercial moorings. the Federal Workplace Ombudsman with regard to the wage This mix of boat storage options has become a problem scale for Junior Marina Attendants, these notices have been however, as the commercial mooring double-dip will withdrawn. significantly impact on the viability of the development. Should further correspondence be received by members Whilst still trying to negotiate an equitable outcome with concerning the wages paid to staff, please advise us of the Maritime, principle Bruce Davis had this to say, “After so many situation at your earliest convenience.  … DIVISION NEWS … NEWS … NEWS … DIVISION NEWS …

36 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK MBA Training & Social in June Guest National Maritime Safety Council representative John Henry responded to questions from the floor as The Marine many registered their concern over recent draft & adopted B r o k e r s commercial standards, with proposed review of recreational Association of standards on the NMSC agenda. NSW held two It was resolved that the boat show format is not ideal successful days of for the AGM or any meeting of the division due to time and member training energy constraints. As such the next AGM will be held in recently at Middle March 2010. Harbour Yacht A number of meatier items were deferred to the General Club in June, with The Class of '09. Meeting of the BMA to be held on Lake Illawarra on October 11 full-course 22 following a morning site-visit to Seawind Catamarans at attendees & 33 Bellambi. MBA members & guests attending the Further Accredited This meeting will include a detailed presentation on product Training (FAT). liability with guest legal and insurance speakers, as well as a The FAT included presentations from BoatsOnSale. manufacturing-specific overview from WorkCover NSW. com.au and alignment of NSW & Queensland accreditation Notice of the October meeting will be issued in the last schemes, and we also welcomed week of September, but please save the date and we look guests from NSW Police speak- forward to seeing you there. ing on the contentious Second Hand Dealers requirements for brokers - a frank exchange of SBA at the Sydney Boat Show views. A strong contingent of SBA members The ‘excellent course’ was and their guests joined Boat Building rounded out by the Thursday Competition sponsors, build-teams and evening social, with 50 plus of their supporters for a relaxed evening at the Brokerage Industry’s core the Harlequin Inn, conveniently located Marianne Chatwin (Ensign enjoying a relaxed networking five minutes from the Maritime Museum event. The Social is an important Shipbrokers, Gold Coast) and Andrew Coffey (Coffeys and Darling Harbour Precinct. date in the calendar for MBA Brokerage at the Quays). The private upstairs bar at the Harlequin Inn, replete members, possibly the only with pool table, lounges, and great Thai food, was enjoyed networking event of its type outside of the punishing boat by all. show environment. With competition presentations neatly completed, the Three Marine Queensland members were among the music cranked up a notch and drinks, eats and merriment group this year, signalling the closer affiliation of Marine flowed liberally. It was heartening to see so many of SBA’s Brokers Associations in Queensland and NSW, and plans out-of-town members there, taking the opportunity to catch for a Queensland-based training event are in train. up with old mates and colleagues. Broker Training seminars and social will again take place The committee and volunteer members once again put in in NSW in June 2010. a sterling effort to set up and co-ordinate the Association’s presence at the show. Many thanks to those who gave their time to work on the Boat Manufacturers Association SBA stand and Boat Building Competition; the profile of the meet at Sydney Boat Show trade and representation of the membership is enhanced by The Boat Manufacturers Association of NSW your efforts. (BMA) held their Annual General Meeting at SIBS, with a broad range of topics discussed. www.shipwrights.com.au launched The brief but action-packed agenda saw Alan A new addition to the suite of SBA membership benefits Steber returned to the Chair and Mike Rees is the new SBA website. This prototype website has been of Seawind to act in support, the meeting developed to showcase the trade as both a career and an expressed its appreciation of their efforts over important consumer service, providing links to education the past 12 months. information and a full list of SBA corporate members. Marine Queensland BMA Chairman Charles Dickson was The website is recently live in its demo capacity so have in attendance and reported on national advocacy efforts, a look at: www.shipwrights.com.au. The SBA committee and the meeting reviewed the Alan Dowd report on the draft will be working on refinements in the coming few months so Australian Standard 1799.1–Small Craft – Part 1. watch this space. … DIVISION NEWS … NEWS … NEWS … DIVISION NEWS …

BIA of NSW LOGBOOK September 2009 - 37 John Sydney Haines AM 26th January 1937 to 22nd August 2009

t is with great sadness that we have to report that John Sydney Haines AM, Chief Executive Officer and founder of IThe Haines Group has passed away at the age of 72. John’s close family have lost a father, husband, grandfather and brother but Australia has lost a man whose stature in the world of boating and fishing truly reached icon status. It was in 1960, as a young Queenslander with a passion for water skiing and boat racing that John (Hainsey to his mates) built his first fibreglass speedboat. By developing a new standard of safe, comfortable and user-friendly boats John and brother Garry helped bring boating to the masses in Australia. In 2003 John was awarded the honour of member of the John Haines created the designs of a whole range of boats Order of Australia and became ‘John Sydney Haines AM’. The that have taken literally millions of Australians to sea and back Order of Australia is an order of chivalry established by Her safely. For more than 50 years, his boats have provided the Majesty The Queen for the purpose of according recognition benchmarks for the Australian Boating Industry safety and to Australian citizens and other persons for achievement or performance standards. Countless Australians have gone for meritorious service. As a fiercely proud Australian, this boating in a Haines Hunter or a Haines Signature safely and ranked as one of the proudest moments of John’s life. happily, deriving great benefit from all the joys and healthy Between 1960 and present day tens of thousands of new attributes Australia’s unique boating lifestyle supports. boats have emerged from the Haines Group factory. Even Throughout his life, John Haines also played a dynamic when the success of Haines Hunter attracted admiration role in numerous powerboat racing events, and won just about from overseas interests in the 1970’s, which eventually saw every major offshore and inshore racing event on the Australian John and brother Garry forced out of their own company in powerboat racing calendar. These include such well known 1980, it could not dampen John’s spirit. In 1984 and against events as the original Sydney-Newcastle races, the Cairns- the odds John started again, ironically, in opposition to the Gold Coast Pacific 1000, Bridge to Bridge Ski-Races on the company – Haines Hunter – that still carried his family name. Hawkesbury River, and countless other state and national titles. With the new brand name Haines Signature and a loyal dealer The 1979 Pacific 1000 was Johns favourite victory. Not only network, John Haines started the process of building the new was it one of the most gruelling and testing powerboat races business back up to the top. but it ran off the coast of his beloved Queensland. By 1988 he was again building the top selling trailerboat There is no doubt his racing success impacted on the brand in Australia – a position Signature has arguably held reputation his pleasure boats enjoyed with the public, as ever since. John was particularly happy at that time to have Haines used the racing program as his R&D laboratory for also bought back the Haines Hunter factory after Hunter the best part of 30 years. went in to administration. John created the new home Over the years, John Haines won countless awards for his for Signature on the same site where The Haines Group work in the Australian boating industry. He won the Australian (Signature, Traveller, Seafarer, Suzuki, Nautique & Walker Boat Of The Year Award no less than 34 times, and been Bay) still resides today. either Runner Up or a Class Winner on many other occasions. John stepped back from day to day running of The Haines He was recipient of the Australian Design Award on several Group three years ago. The company continued to flourish occasions, and has stood on countless committees in the and will continue to flourish under the professional guidance development of Australian boating safety and performance and Haines family name of his sons John and Greg continuing standards. His work in this field is unparalleled. the tradition of building Australia’s most awarded trailer boat collection and diverse marine business. John’s happiest moments have been to share his passion for boating with the boating public knowing how many thousands upon thousands Industry in mourning – of people have been on the water in his boats. As Logbook was going to press we received the sad Under the leadership of John Haines, The Haines Group has news that the industry had lost a legend with the passing gone from backyard business to marine giant. John Haines’ of John Haines Snr. career in boat building was distinguished by five decades Roy Privett, general manager of the Boating Industry of hard work, but through it all, he remained a passionate Association of NSW, said John Haines was a man who had advocate for Australian boat building and manufacturing. left an ‘indelible mark’ on the boating industry. He also displayed great leadership qualities in that his grit “He could truly lay claim to legendary status,” Privett and determination have inspired his colleagues, race fans, said. customers and friends. “John Haines led two companies to quite astounding It is as ‘Hainsey’ that many will remember John Haines success and while his passing leaves a void in the industry, AM, most likely as a boat builder, race boat driver, employer or I’ve no doubt his sons, John Jnr and Greg will continue friend. But John will be remembered as a grandad who adored with their father’s magnificent contribution to Australian his grandchildren and as a devoted father and husband. recreational boating,” he added. He will be missed by family, friends, colleagues and Our thoughts are with the Haines family. employees. John leaves wife Alida, sons John Jnr and Greg, daughter-in-law Belinda and grandchildren Alixandra and Zara. 

38 - September 2009 BIA of NSW LOGBOOK MALBAR MARINE ELECTRICS PTY LTD ESTABLISHED 1976

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