Current sources first
Official Australian boating resources
Use these government and safety-authority sources to verify weather, navigation, equipment and local rules. TopMarinas helps you compare marinas; it does not replace current official information, charts, notices or the skipper's judgement.
Safety note
Check the relevant authority again immediately before departure. Rules, warnings and conditions change. In an emergency in Australia call 000.
National safetyAustralian Maritime Safety AuthorityNational maritime safety information, distress beacons, navigation systems and incident reporting.
WeatherBureau of Meteorology marine servicesCurrent marine forecasts, observations, warnings, tides and weather safety information.
New South WalesNSW waterways safety and rulesOfficial rules, lifejacket requirements, boating handbook, notices and coastal-bar information.
QueenslandMaritime Safety QueenslandOfficial Queensland boating safety, licensing, registration and navigation information.
VictoriaSafe Transport Victoria — maritimeOfficial Victorian recreational boating rules, safety guidance and notices.
TasmaniaMarine and Safety TasmaniaOfficial Tasmanian boating safety, registration, licensing and notices to mariners.
Western AustraliaTransport WA boating rules and guidesOfficial rules, required safety equipment, emergency advice and regional boating guides.
South AustraliaMarine Safety SAOfficial boating handbook, safety equipment, licences, weather and notices to mariners.
Northern TerritoryMarine Safety NTOfficial recreational boating rules, safety equipment, cyclone advice and notices.
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