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Exemption for Tow-In Surfing Activities from Navigable Waters Regulations

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Exempts a person from regulations regarding personal watercraft operation for tow-in surfing, subject to conditions.

Details

Entity
Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure
Notice Date
7 October 2025
Effective Date
1 August 2027
Reference Numbers
WAMA-2025-207928WAMA-2023-206268

Notice Text

Exempts a person from regulations 48A(2) and 49 of the Navigable Waters Regulations 1958 while operating a personal watercraft (PWC) for tow-in surfing, subject to conditions regarding age, safety equipment, and activity restrictions. Revokes instrument WAMA-2023-206268.

WA Government Gazette No. 118/2025 · 7 October 2025 · Page 6
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