About

About Boating Western Australia Inc (BWA)

ABN: 54 351 799 424

Vision

The ultimate success of “BOATINGWA” is dependent on key issues-

  • Enthusiasm of members
  • Responsible participation
  • General input
  • Freedom to enjoy boating
  • Development of recreational boating in this state
  • Liaison with regulatory bodies and government

Objectives

  • Promotion of recreational boating in Western Australia
  • Education of members and community in respect of boating safety skills and knowledge.
  • Affiliation between the Association and other marine organisations.
  • To foster social interaction between members of the association as well as with members of related organisations.
  • To act as a representative body in matters of interest to members.
  • To do all such other things as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the objects and exercise of the powers of the association.

Purpose

Boating WA:

  • is a non-profit, incorporated body.
  • was founded by boating people with boating interests
  • is the only boating association representing the broad range of recreational boating interests across the state.
  • represents the views of all recreational boating enthusiasts.
  • regularly makes submissions to relevant authorities and enquiries on a range of boating matters.
  • regularly questions bureaucratic decisions affecting recreational boating.
  • publishes its own quarterly newsletter.
  • fosters social interaction with members of other organisations.
  • encourages the development of appropriate facilities for recreational boating.
  • is here to represent your views to Government and regulatory bodies.

History

  • In 1998 BoatingWA combined with BOAT (Boat Owners Association) – First Newsletter: BOAT Issue 1
  • In 2000 BoatingWA combined with RIMLA (Rottnest Island Mooring Licencees Association).
  • In 2002 we formed the Hillarys Penholders Association committee.
  • In 2004 Swan Yacht Club became our first “affiliate member” after a change to our constitution.
  • In 2005 our founding president won the inaugural Marine industry Award for “boatman of the year”.
  • In 2007 we employed our first staff member and opened a “shop front” office in South Fremantle (1 Capo D’Orlando Drive) The committee also man this office on Saturday mornings. (This office was closed around 2010)
  • In 2008 we celebrated 10 years of serving the boating public of Western Australia.
  • In 2014, our committee is much stronger and our credentials are now accepted by the regulatory bodies.

 

BoatingWA Constitution: [DOWNLOAD]