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2018 AGM & Preparing for Summer

Posted on 27 September 2018 by John Sullivan Posted in Activities

AGM Members are invited to attend the 2018 St Helens Marine Rescue Annual General Meeting (AGM) Sunday October 21st. The meeting will commence at 11:00 am, followed by a BBQ. Preparing for the Summer All boaters are encouraged to prepare…

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St Helens Barway Camera is Up and Running

Posted on 10 August 2018 by John Sullivan Posted in Activities, St Helens Barway

St Helens Marine Rescue is proud to announce the Barway Webcam is now operating. This was a combined initiative of Marine and Safety Tasmania (MaST), State Government, Tasmanian Electronics, Tas Water & Communication Services and Lyndcraft Boats. The technology enables our…

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Drive off – Drive On Trailer Tips

Posted on 29 April 2018 by John Sullivan Posted in Uncategorized

Boaters are oh so familiar with the embarrassment of a mishap on the boat ramp when launching and retrieving. Chances are there will be amused onlookers enjoying your situation. I have discovered a number of excellent YouTube videos that will…

New Life Jacket Regulations come into force in 2021.

Posted on 11 March 2018 by John Sullivan Posted in Activities

Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST) have embarked on a terrific programme to encourage fishers and boaters to update their Personal Flotation Devices (PFD). 1 January 2021 is the date that all life jackets in use in Tasmania will need…

Marine Rescue to the Rescue

Posted on 16 January 2018 by John Sullivan Posted in Uncategorized

The summer has thrown up many a curve ball with a search, towing across the bar and most recently a Mayday in the North East. 27th of December: “Today four members of St Helens Marine Rescue were called upon to…