News from Marine Queensland

Vessel Stolen from Helensvale on 30th June 2009

Stolen Mastercraft - 30th June 2009

This 2008 MASTERCRAFT PS197 was stolen from Helensvale on the Gold Coast between 10.30pm 30th June and 6.30am 1st July 2009.

Rego # SF167Q

Hull #MBCNCKJ3A808

Engine # 147755

Black Mastercraft with cover on an black Oceanic Trailer.

If found there will be a reward given, if anyone has details please call John on 0403 124 024.

Commercial Fishermen are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the regulation changes

New Fishing Rules Start Wednesday

Commercial fishers will need to brush up on their rules from 1 July 2009 with a number of regulation changes coming into effect along Queensland's east coast that will affect the shark and ray fishery in particular.

Tangalooma Wrecks, Moreton Bay June 2009

Concerns Over Pollution Levels in Qld's Waters

Peak State recreational marine industry body, Marine Queensland has spoken out over concerns regarding the increased levels of pollution being reported in our waterways following the recent storms.

It is estimated that 100,000 marine mammals and turtles are killed annually from litter around the globe.

"We all share a responsibility in keeping our waterways and beaches clean" said Don Jones, General Manager Marine Queensland.

Petition Signing at Cairns Industry Meeting

Coral Sea Closure Announcement

Marine Queensland has expressed dismay at the announcement by Minister Garrett that the Coral Sea will now be a protected environment zone as part of the broader Bio Regional Planning processes that are underway across Australia.

"It would appear that this announcement is the first of what is expected to lead to the creation of a full blown marine park for the Coral Sea" said Marine Queensland General Manager Don Jones.

Ally Craft 'Reel Mate 425'

Ally Crafts Hot new 'Mate' Rate's

Following on from the success of the ‘Fish Mate' series Ally Craft has now released a limited range of affordable, budget orientated aluminium boats all with the same uncompromised quality and value Ally Craft has always been renowned for.

In selecting the ‘Mate' range Ally Craft chose two of their most popular Centre Console and Runabout models as well as a 4.25 Open Heavy Duty, added the most sort after inclusions and then priced them attractively for their dealers.

Australian Consumer Law Update

All Australian Governments have agreed to a new consumer law policy framework, "comprising a single set of national consumer law and streamlined enforcement arrangements".

Marine Queensland Accredited Logo

Industry Accreditation Program

Marine Queensland is the peak Industry Body in Queensland representing the interests of member organizations to government at all levels. Marine Queensland as part of its charter is also responsible for dealing with consumer complaints regarding business transactions of both members and non members within the Marine Industry. This activity aims to ensure that the reputation of responsible operators is protected while enhancing the confidence of the consumer in the industry.

Marine Queensland Joins 'Fight the Fuel Tax' Campaign

Marine Queensland has announced its support in joining RACQ and other major industry groups in a bid to fight the Queensland Government's decision to scrap its fuel subsidy scheme.

Removing the current subsidy saving of 8.35 cents, plus GST, will amount to a tax increase of 9.2 cents on every litre of petrol and diesel.

Marine Queensland General Manager, Don Jones, said scrapping the subsidy would hit the owners of the State's 230, 000 registered recreational vessels hard.