Welcome to Marine

Maritime delivers the services that allow Western Australians to enjoy our waterways safely and grows our State economy with the development and management of world-class coastal infrastructure.

Safety on the water

It's time to get on board

New safety equipment requirements are coming for recreational vessels and craft in WA.

Find out more

Get your RST

Getting a Recreational Skipper's Ticket (RST) is a simple process and means you can get out on the water safely. Find out what you need to do to get your ticket.
Recreational skippers ticket

Who needs an RST

An RST is necessary for a skipper on a recreational vessel with an engine greater than 6hp. Find out who is included and any exemptions which may apply.

How to get a Recreational Skippers's Ticket (RST)

Find out how to get an RST

There are several steps to follow to get your RST. See what you need to do, how much it costs and other requirements.

RST workbook and quizzes

Get the RST workbook and quizzes

The RST test includes both theory and practical. Download the workbook and take a practice quiz to be prepared for your assessment.


Deckee

Get the Deckee app for the latest weather conditions, safety information and alerts for WA.

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Boat ramp locations

Find out where you can launch your boat in Western Australia.

Find a boat ramp

Casual access to moorings

Recreational moorings now available for casual, short term use in some of WA's best boating locations

Find out more

Nautical charts

DoT publishes nautical charts of the WA coastline for use by recreational and local commercial vessels.

Download a chart

Deckee

Get the Deckee app for the latest weather conditions, safety information and alerts for WA.

Get the app

Boat ramp locations

Find out where you can launch your boat in Western Australia.

Find a boat ramp

Casual access to moorings

Recreational moorings now available for casual, short term use in some of WA's best boating locations

Find out more

Nautical charts

DoT publishes nautical charts of the WA coastline for use by recreational and local commercial vessels.

Download a chart

Latest Marine news

Wave buoy

Improved wave information for Geraldton

06 Apr 2023

Commercial fishermen and the recreational boating community operating out of Geraldton have access to improved information about ocean conditions following the deployment of a new directional wave buoy off the coast by the Department of Transport (DoT).

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Fight against coastal erosion continues with more than $3.5 million in grants now available

17 Mar 2023

The State Government has called for applications for a further $3.56 million in funding as part of its fight to protect Western Australia's coastline from coastal erosion.

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Navigational markers in WA follow international recommendations

14 Mar 2023

Following the tragic boating accident in Mandurah in January, where two women lost their lives, there has been an ongoing discussion around navigational aids in the Mandurah estuary, as well as general boat safety.


 


Page last updated: Tue Oct 12 2021 10:29:00 AM