In recent times emergency services have had to endure false alarms in relation to a faulty EPIRB and errant flares being let off from the shore. Emergency services responded to incidences relating to a false EPIRB alarm and a reported irresponsible launch of parachute flares. This ties up volunteers and police unnecessarily. It is imperative […]
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Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST) has an outstanding publication on safe boating. This is a must read for all mariners, in particular small boaters. The handbook is available as a pdf or details on how to purchase can be found on the MAST web site at (copy and paste into your browser’s address bar): http://www.mast.tas.gov.au/domino%5Cmast%5Cmastweb.nsf/v-lu-all/Publications~Safe+Boating+Handbook+?OpenDocument
It is with regret St Helens Marine Rescue informs mariners of the passing of Greg Schmerl, a most valued member of our Association. Greg was a dedicated, very involved, hard working executive member of Marine Rescue. He had a vision and worked tirelessly to ensure the Association maintained a contemporary place in volunteer emergency services. […]
During the period 1 October 2012 to 31 March 2013 St Helens Marine Rescue Association assisted 36 vessels, carrying a total of 94 persons. The activities included: aiding vessels in distress, including support to the Tasmanian Police (4); assisting vessels with mechanical problems or in poor weather, providing a tow-in where necessary (12); and escorting […]
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