Defining a 'novel vessel', their requirements, and pathways to certify them.

The Pacific Quest was found guilty of discharging an oily mixture from a ship into the sea near Border Island, Queensland on 25 December 2002.

Cruise ships capable of accommodating more than 100 passengers in Sydney Harbour are required to limit emissions of sulphur oxides when berthing.

Electronic visual distress signals are not a substitute for conventional pyrotechnic flares.

The 277th meeting of the Board was held on Wednesday, 4 March 2026, in Hobart, Tasmania.

Contains three charts of uniform waypoints—Great Barrier Reef—Great North East Channel, eastbound and westbound.

There is potential for light-emitting diode lighting on vessels to compromise reception on VHF frequencies.

This exemption allows DCV owners an extension of time for obtaining periodic or load line surveys, or a new certificate of currency for equipment. It also allows them to operate without required compass adjustments or while a liferaft is being serviced.

When a livestock ship, certified with an Australian Certificate for the Carriage of Livestock (ACCL), carries cattle and/or buffalo, cargo hold decks should be washed and cleaned regularly.

This exemption is for owners of domestic commercial vessels who may not want to obtain or display a unique identifier.

This exemption is for owners and accredited marine surveyors of domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) who need to be able to operate temporarily without having the required certificates.

Find out which marine radio certificate you need and how to get one.

Residual current devices minimise the risk of a person receiving an electric shock or being electrocuted when using plug-in electrical equipment on board vessels.

Guidance for VTS providers on the qualifications and training of VTS personnel in Australia.