How the strategy was informed
We invited the community and stakeholders to provide feedback over two stages. Their feedback informed the development of South Australia's Recreational Boating Safety Strategy.
Stage 1 consultation
Stage 1 consultation ran from 10 November 2023 to 5 January 2024. It helped to:
- unearth issues
- contribute to solutions that enhance safety across our coastline and waterways.
We received valuable input in developing the Priority Areas paper, including:
- feedback from more than 1,600 community members and interested organisations
- supporting evidence.
The paper detailed five priority areas to guide us to 2030.
Stage 2 consultation
Stage 2 consultation ran from 2 August 2024 to 6 September 2024. It sought feedback on the five priority areas and measures to improve safety.
The priority areas (PDF, 4.9 MB) consulted on included:
- increasing boating safety education opportunities for young people, boaters and retailers
- using technology to improve boating safety
- reviewing requirements for lifejacket wear and safety equipment to make them simpler and safer for all
- boat licence reform to encourage safer operation and knowledge
- supporting and enforcing safer boater behaviours.
We received feedback from more than 1,100 community members and interested organisations. This helped us develop the final strategy.
