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maritime
NSW Maritime Authority
Information and contact details for NSW Maritime, responsible for marine safety, regulation of commercial and recreational boating and oversight of port operations in NSW.
Ports and shipping
Provides links to Port corporations, security, environmental management and legislation.
Recreational boating licence
In NSW, you must have a boat driver’s licence to drive a powered vessel for recreational purposes at a speed of 10 knots or more.
Water safety
Information on safety in the water, including swimming pools, children, beaches, boating and fishing.
Maritime Alert
An alert system to help boat owners and rock fishermen in their preparations and planning.
Recreational boat registration
Details on the types of recreational vessels requiring registration to be used on NSW waters.
Marine Parks Authority
NSW is committed by national and international agreements to conserving the diversity of marine life and ensuring that marine resources are carefully managed for the use and enjoyment of people today and in the future.



