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Marine insights and resources
New lifejacket checker could be a life saver
20 Apr 2026
A lifejacket can save your life but only if it is the correct type, size and fit for the activity, location and person wearing it.
RST turns 20!
30 Mar 2026
2026 marks 20 years since the introduction of the Recreational Skipper’s Ticket (RST) in WA.
Vision for Bunbury waterfront now being realised
20 Feb 2026
DTMI has delivered another big project in the ongoing transformation of Bunbury’s waterfront.
Improved facilities for penholders at Fremantle
30 Jan 2026
A new dedicated facility for penholders at Fremantle Fishing Boat Harbour adds significant appeal as an attractive place to pen your vessel.