Drowning remains the number one cause of recreational death in Aotearoa so water safety groups are urging people to stay safe this Christmas.
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Maritime NZ to crack down on unsafe boaties
Maritime NZ and nine councils across New Zealand will be starting a “No Excuses” campaign tomorrow that aims to target recreational boaties for speeding or failing to wear life jackets.
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Support for new safer water by-laws in the Waiariki
New water safety by-laws have come into effect in the Waiariki region. Kiwi Rafting business Kaitiaki Adventures support the new by-laws which include changes to life jacket rules and the mandatory registration of jet skis and similar craft.
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Maritime Police issue safety reminders to divers
Families all over NZ are busy collecting seafood to fill their tables and feed their families over the festive season. This year, the Maritime Police have a few words of encouragement and safety reminders for the divers out there.
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Free course lures women into marine scienes
In the Bay of Plenty, a group of young Māori women have gained diving qualifications thanks to a free course tutored by diving professionals. The initiative was started to encourage the women to pursue skills in marine science.
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NewsMaritime NZ to trial ‘no excuses’ policy for boaties
Maritime NZ and regional councils have announced eight councils will be trialling a 'no excuses' policy for recreational boaties not carrying or wearing lifejackets and those who speed on the water.
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NewsBoaties getting the lifejacket message
New research into recreational boating behaviour by Maritime New Zealand shows that more boaties are wearing life jackets while out on the water.
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NewsBoaties reminded to take extra care this Labour Weekend
Boaties are being reminded to take all the necessary steps to ensure they are extra safe on the water this coming Labour Weekend.
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Day 3 of Easy Rider trial
Today was day three of the trial of the widow of the Easy Rider skipper at Invercargill District Court. Gloria Davis is fighting charges against her and her company over the vessel's sinking in Foveaux Strait and the loss of eight lives.
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Coastguard urges people to wear life jackets
The Northland Coastguard is urging people to wear life jackets, as many continue to ignore basic safety rules that could save lives.
