The federal government has committed an additional $20m towards better boating and camping facilities should they be re-elected. This announcement comes on the back of the Boating Industry Association Ltd. and other marine related not-for-profits highlighting the significant value that boating and…
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Children not wearing lifejackets when in small watercraft or on a PWC is not on! With another long weekend about the start, the QRBC would like to remind all waterways users of the utmost importance of ensuring that any children…
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The Gold Coast Waterways Authority is replacing the pontoon at Proud Park (beside the Sundale Bridge). With the upgrade anticipated as being completed in June 2022, the new pontoon will be larger than the existing one, making access easier for…
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The waterways around South-East Queensland, battered following last months flooding, are safe once more. In a joint statement released today from Acting Premier and Minster for the Olympics, The Honourable Cameron Dick and Minister for Transport and Main Roads, The…
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Queensland Fisheries vessel ‘KI Ross’ has a 1/2 life refit in Brisbane. Following an extensive refit in Brisbane which supported many local businesses, Fisheries Queensland is back in the water and has returned to patrolling our waterways. Minister for…
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The Boating Industry Association (BIA) recently launched a brand new website that is proving to be a very popular resource when it comes to all things boating. Whether you’re new to boating, an old salt, or maybe your looking for…
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The members of the Southport Yacht Club celebrated the 40th birthday of their beautiful South Stradbroke facility on the weekend. Dux Anchorage (named after Augie Dux, an oysterman that held leases in the area) is for the exclusive use of…
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Exciting news from VMR Brisbane with the launching of their latest vessel, Sandgate 1. Hitting the water today at the Rivergate Marina and Shipyard in Brisbane, this 10.8m rigid inflatable vessel is powered by twin Yamaha outboards and is equipped…
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We love to spread the word about how fantastic our waterways are in Queensland. Make sure you’re following the QRBC on Facebook and Instagram and that you share any contact with us that you’d like our followers to know more…
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Are you certain that the safety equipment onboard your vessel is compliant with the current regulations and that you are adequately prepared in the event of an emergency? Everyone knows the importance of having enough lifejackets onboard for the number…
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