News Archive
GST changes…??
In continuing developments to extend the policy on GST-free use of new recreational craft which are to be exported from Australia, recent comments from key federal government officials have suggested that a decision on extending the period from 60 days to 12 months may be taken within the next few weeks. This will be good news for the manufacturing industry in helping to combat the current high value Australian dollar and also the tourism sector by providing for extended cruising of new boats before they depart for foreign shores. An announcement is expected by the end of June and an early implementation is expected to follow a positive decision.”
“Commonwealth marine reserves outlined for SW Australia…
The Australian Government has announced a consultation on a proposed network of Commonwealth marine reserves for the south-west marine region, stretching from Kangaroo Island in the east to Shark Bay World Heritage Area in the west.
The network of reserves comprises a mix of zones that will impact on activities permitted within designated areas, including extensive Marine National Park zones with only very limited scope of activities, which do not include recreational fishing.
In consultation with local BIA representatives from Western Australia and South Australia, it is clear that while generally the proposals do not impact the industry or boaters in such a dramatic way as state marine parks, there are a number of specific concerns with some zones being very close to or encompassing key recreational fishing areas. A combined response will be made to the consultation by BIAA and local state BIAs: any member wishing to contribute should review the consultation document and then contact their state BIA office or direct comments to BIAA directly using CONTACT US on the website.
In continuing developments to extend the policy on GST-free use of new recreational craft which are to be exported from Australia, recent comments from key federal government officials have suggested that a decision on extending the period from 60 days to 12 months may be taken within the next few weeks. This will be good news for the manufacturing industry in helping to combat the current high value Australian dollar and also the tourism sector by providing for extended cruising of new boats before they depart for foreign shores. An announcement is expected by the end of June and an early implementation is expected to follow a positive decision.”
“Commonwealth marine reserves outlined for SW Australia…
The Australian Government has announced a consultation on a proposed network of Commonwealth marine reserves for the south-west marine region, stretching from Kangaroo Island in the east to Shark Bay World Heritage Area in the west.
The network of reserves comprises a mix of zones that will impact on activities permitted within designated areas, including extensive Marine National Park zones with only very limited scope of activities, which do not include recreational fishing.
In consultation with local BIA representatives from Western Australia and South Australia, it is clear that while generally the proposals do not impact the industry or boaters in such a dramatic way as state marine parks, there are a number of specific concerns with some zones being very close to or encompassing key recreational fishing areas. A combined response will be made to the consultation by BIAA and local state BIAs: any member wishing to contribute should review the consultation document and then contact their state BIA office or direct comments to BIAA directly using CONTACT US on the website.
Boating Industry Alliance welcomes GST changes for recreational marine industry
In a much-awaited announcement from Treasury today, confirmation of an extension to the period that a new-build recreational boat may remain in Australian waters before export or liability to pay GST, has been welcomed by the Boating Industries Alliance Australia.
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In a much-awaited announcement from Treasury today, confirmation of an extension to the period that a new-build recreational boat may remain in Australian waters before export or liability to pay GST, has been welcomed by the Boating Industries Alliance Australia.
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Grey imports: an industry response…
BIAA has launched the first phase of a program to tackle the growing and damaging problem of the grey, or parallel, imports market. An education and awareness campaign has commenced with the publication of a consumer-facing information leaflet asking “is it worth it?” when considering a grey import, which is being supported by briefings and seminars at boat shows around the country during the current show season. The leaflet is available to download here or contact your local BIA/MQ office to obtain a supply and more information.
The next phases in the program, to include targeting compliance and development of supporting regulatory requirements, is being developed and will be rolled out to support the industry over the coming months.
BIAA has launched the first phase of a program to tackle the growing and damaging problem of the grey, or parallel, imports market. An education and awareness campaign has commenced with the publication of a consumer-facing information leaflet asking “is it worth it?” when considering a grey import, which is being supported by briefings and seminars at boat shows around the country during the current show season. The leaflet is available to download here or contact your local BIA/MQ office to obtain a supply and more information.
The next phases in the program, to include targeting compliance and development of supporting regulatory requirements, is being developed and will be rolled out to support the industry over the coming months.
Grey Imports Brochure
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Boating Industry Alliance sets an ambitious course At the Melbourne Boat Show the Chairman of the Boating Industries Alliance Australia, Darren Vaux, on Friday outlined the role of the Alliance as the national voice of the boating industry in Australia. Read more...
Boating Industry Alliance sets an ambitious course At the Melbourne Boat Show the Chairman of the Boating Industries Alliance Australia, Darren Vaux, on Friday outlined the role of the Alliance as the national voice of the boating industry in Australia. Read more...
Pictured L to R: Darren Vaux, Chairman BIAA; Nik Parker, General Manager BIAA; Clyde Batty, General Manager BIA Victoria; David Heyes, President BIA Victoria
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Boat Fuel Consumption Measurement Standard Published
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BIAA new appointment…
The Chairman and Board of the Boating Industries Alliance Australia are delighted to announce that the next step in developing the Alliance as the national voice for the recreational marine industry has been taken with the appointment Nik Parker to the new role of General Manager. Nik joins BIAA with a wealth of industry support knowledge and experience gained during 7 years as Technical Director of the British Marine Federation in UK and more recently with Government of South Australia commercial marine team. Nik brings a strong focus on national and international issues, having represented the industry in UK and Europe on a range of issues related to technical regulation and standards, and has a healthy exposure to working with industry and government agencies to develop policy on some of the key issues affecting the Australian industry today, including parallel imports, marine parks and reserves and industry development and promotion.
BIAA Chairman Darren Vaux said of the news “Nik brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the BIAA that will drive the organisation forward in achieving our core objectives of growing participation in recreational boating nationally, increasing economic impact in the tourism and leisure sectors, representing our members in federal government advocacy, promoting safe and environmentally sound boating and supporting our members in delivering world class products and services to the boating industry. ”
Nik Parker responded by saying “I’m very pleased to have been given the opportunity to work with BIAA and the Board to help grow the boating industry in Australia. It’s a strong industry, one of the leading players in the global market, but just as we enter a period of more stable economic conditions and people looking again to their leisure time water-based pursuits, the industry is faced with an expanding range of issues that have the potential to seriously impact the viability of a great many of our members. I’m looking forward to working with the BIAA membership to provide a clear direction for the industry through the maze of issues being faced and taking on the challenge of influencing and shaping future policy at all levels within Australia and beyond.”
The BIAA is the national peak body for the recreational and light commercial marine industry and via its members, the network of state-based boating industry associations, represents over 90% of the industry in Australia. The core aim of the BIAA is to protect, promote and advance the interests of the boating industry in relation to national issues through advocacy to the State and Federal Governments, coupled with the promotion and expansion of the recreational boating industry in Australia through the promotion of the boating lifestyle.
BIAA can be contacted via General Manager Nik Parker at nikparker@biaa.com.au or on 08 8212 6207. See www.biaa.com.au for further information.
The Chairman and Board of the Boating Industries Alliance Australia are delighted to announce that the next step in developing the Alliance as the national voice for the recreational marine industry has been taken with the appointment Nik Parker to the new role of General Manager. Nik joins BIAA with a wealth of industry support knowledge and experience gained during 7 years as Technical Director of the British Marine Federation in UK and more recently with Government of South Australia commercial marine team. Nik brings a strong focus on national and international issues, having represented the industry in UK and Europe on a range of issues related to technical regulation and standards, and has a healthy exposure to working with industry and government agencies to develop policy on some of the key issues affecting the Australian industry today, including parallel imports, marine parks and reserves and industry development and promotion.
BIAA Chairman Darren Vaux said of the news “Nik brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the BIAA that will drive the organisation forward in achieving our core objectives of growing participation in recreational boating nationally, increasing economic impact in the tourism and leisure sectors, representing our members in federal government advocacy, promoting safe and environmentally sound boating and supporting our members in delivering world class products and services to the boating industry. ”
Nik Parker responded by saying “I’m very pleased to have been given the opportunity to work with BIAA and the Board to help grow the boating industry in Australia. It’s a strong industry, one of the leading players in the global market, but just as we enter a period of more stable economic conditions and people looking again to their leisure time water-based pursuits, the industry is faced with an expanding range of issues that have the potential to seriously impact the viability of a great many of our members. I’m looking forward to working with the BIAA membership to provide a clear direction for the industry through the maze of issues being faced and taking on the challenge of influencing and shaping future policy at all levels within Australia and beyond.”
The BIAA is the national peak body for the recreational and light commercial marine industry and via its members, the network of state-based boating industry associations, represents over 90% of the industry in Australia. The core aim of the BIAA is to protect, promote and advance the interests of the boating industry in relation to national issues through advocacy to the State and Federal Governments, coupled with the promotion and expansion of the recreational boating industry in Australia through the promotion of the boating lifestyle.
BIAA can be contacted via General Manager Nik Parker at nikparker@biaa.com.au or on 08 8212 6207. See www.biaa.com.au for further information.
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Marine Industry Summit Update
The Boating Industries Alliance Australia convened an emergency summit on 11 July 2011 to bring members together to chart a course of action to address a range of short and longer term issues to ensure the sustainable growth and prosperity of the industry.
In a pre-summit survey of members the following key issues were identified as key priorities for the industry:
1. Grey Imports – the dramatic increase in the volume and range of non-compliant product being imported into the Australian market. This issue has also highlighted a number of system deficiencies and control points with Federal and State Agencies which is contributing to unsatisfactory outcomes for the industry and consumers.
2. Industry Promotion – the urgent need to enhance the promotion of the boating lifestyle within communities, the contributions of the industry economically, socially and environmentally to governments and increasing the attractiveness of the industry to prospective employees, investors and other stakeholders.
3. Industry Standards – addressing structural issues within the industry which are inhibiting its growth and development. Examples include standards and requirements of the manufacturing, retail and supply chain sectors particularly in comparison to competitor industries.
4. Marine Parks, Infrastructure and Access – addressing the wave of fundamentalist “green” policies that are negatively impacting the industry, communities and the environment, causing disincentives to invest in the industry and dramatically restricting the communities access to our waterways.
5. Government Policies – addressing various policies of governments that are placing stressors on industry participants and inhibiting the growth of the industry.
6. Representation – increasing the effectiveness and unity of the various sectors at the national level in addressing the broad array of issues impacting the industry.
Detailed action plans are being urgently developed by the BIAA in conjunction with the State BIAs and Marine Queensland in response to the input of members. It is expected that further member meetings will be held to provide further updates on the various issues, actions and outcomes achieved to date. The detailed action plans will be made available to members within the next week or two.
Copies of the presentations from the summit are available HERE.
Marine Industry Summit Update
The Boating Industries Alliance Australia convened an emergency summit on 11 July 2011 to bring members together to chart a course of action to address a range of short and longer term issues to ensure the sustainable growth and prosperity of the industry.
In a pre-summit survey of members the following key issues were identified as key priorities for the industry:
1. Grey Imports – the dramatic increase in the volume and range of non-compliant product being imported into the Australian market. This issue has also highlighted a number of system deficiencies and control points with Federal and State Agencies which is contributing to unsatisfactory outcomes for the industry and consumers.
2. Industry Promotion – the urgent need to enhance the promotion of the boating lifestyle within communities, the contributions of the industry economically, socially and environmentally to governments and increasing the attractiveness of the industry to prospective employees, investors and other stakeholders.
3. Industry Standards – addressing structural issues within the industry which are inhibiting its growth and development. Examples include standards and requirements of the manufacturing, retail and supply chain sectors particularly in comparison to competitor industries.
4. Marine Parks, Infrastructure and Access – addressing the wave of fundamentalist “green” policies that are negatively impacting the industry, communities and the environment, causing disincentives to invest in the industry and dramatically restricting the communities access to our waterways.
5. Government Policies – addressing various policies of governments that are placing stressors on industry participants and inhibiting the growth of the industry.
6. Representation – increasing the effectiveness and unity of the various sectors at the national level in addressing the broad array of issues impacting the industry.
Detailed action plans are being urgently developed by the BIAA in conjunction with the State BIAs and Marine Queensland in response to the input of members. It is expected that further member meetings will be held to provide further updates on the various issues, actions and outcomes achieved to date. The detailed action plans will be made available to members within the next week or two.
Copies of the presentations from the summit are available HERE.
BIAA new appointment…
The Chairman and Board of the Boating Industries Alliance Australia are delighted to announce that the next step in developing the Alliance as the national voice for the recreational marine industry has been taken with the appointment Nik Parker to the new role of General Manager. Nik joins BIAA with a wealth of industry support knowledge and experience gained during 7 years as Technical Director of the British Marine Federation in UK and more recently with Government of South Australia commercial marine team. Nik brings a strong focus on national and international issues, having represented the industry in UK and Europe on a range of issues related to technical regulation and standards, and has a healthy exposure to working with industry and government agencies to develop policy on some of the key issues affecting the Australian industry today, including parallel imports, marine parks and reserves and industry development and promotion.
BIAA Chairman Darren Vaux said of the news “Nik brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the BIAA that will drive the organisation forward in achieving our core objectives of growing participation in recreational boating nationally, increasing economic impact in the tourism and leisure sectors, representing our members in federal government advocacy, promoting safe and environmentally sound boating and supporting our members in delivering world class products and services to the boating industry. ”
Nik Parker responded by saying “I’m very pleased to have been given the opportunity to work with BIAA and the Board to help grow the boating industry in Australia. It’s a strong industry, one of the leading players in the global market, but just as we enter a period of more stable economic conditions and people looking again to their leisure time water-based pursuits, the industry is faced with an expanding range of issues that have the potential to seriously impact the viability of a great many of our members. I’m looking forward to working with the BIAA membership to provide a clear direction for the industry through the maze of issues being faced and taking on the challenge of influencing and shaping future policy at all levels within Australia and beyond.”
The BIAA is the national peak body for the recreational and light commercial marine industry and via its members, the network of state-based boating industry associations, represents over 90% of the industry in Australia. The core aim of the BIAA is to protect, promote and advance the interests of the boating industry in relation to national issues through advocacy to the State and Federal Governments, coupled with the promotion and expansion of the recreational boating industry in Australia through the promotion of the boating lifestyle.
BIAA can be contacted via General Manager Nik Parker at nikparker@biaa.com.au or on 08 8212 6207. See www.biaa.com.au for further information.
The Chairman and Board of the Boating Industries Alliance Australia are delighted to announce that the next step in developing the Alliance as the national voice for the recreational marine industry has been taken with the appointment Nik Parker to the new role of General Manager. Nik joins BIAA with a wealth of industry support knowledge and experience gained during 7 years as Technical Director of the British Marine Federation in UK and more recently with Government of South Australia commercial marine team. Nik brings a strong focus on national and international issues, having represented the industry in UK and Europe on a range of issues related to technical regulation and standards, and has a healthy exposure to working with industry and government agencies to develop policy on some of the key issues affecting the Australian industry today, including parallel imports, marine parks and reserves and industry development and promotion.
BIAA Chairman Darren Vaux said of the news “Nik brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the BIAA that will drive the organisation forward in achieving our core objectives of growing participation in recreational boating nationally, increasing economic impact in the tourism and leisure sectors, representing our members in federal government advocacy, promoting safe and environmentally sound boating and supporting our members in delivering world class products and services to the boating industry. ”
Nik Parker responded by saying “I’m very pleased to have been given the opportunity to work with BIAA and the Board to help grow the boating industry in Australia. It’s a strong industry, one of the leading players in the global market, but just as we enter a period of more stable economic conditions and people looking again to their leisure time water-based pursuits, the industry is faced with an expanding range of issues that have the potential to seriously impact the viability of a great many of our members. I’m looking forward to working with the BIAA membership to provide a clear direction for the industry through the maze of issues being faced and taking on the challenge of influencing and shaping future policy at all levels within Australia and beyond.”
The BIAA is the national peak body for the recreational and light commercial marine industry and via its members, the network of state-based boating industry associations, represents over 90% of the industry in Australia. The core aim of the BIAA is to protect, promote and advance the interests of the boating industry in relation to national issues through advocacy to the State and Federal Governments, coupled with the promotion and expansion of the recreational boating industry in Australia through the promotion of the boating lifestyle.
BIAA can be contacted via General Manager Nik Parker at nikparker@biaa.com.au or on 08 8212 6207. See www.biaa.com.au for further information.
Keep on fishing…
In response to growing pressure on the number one boating activity – recreational fishing – from a wide range of challenges, including expansion of marine parks and reserves and conservation-inspired threats to fishing, BIAA, has partnered with like-minded peak bodies to commission a report on the sector. Keep Australia Fishing has been published to present the case for recreational fishing and sets some key recommendations to protect, promote and grow the sector and pastime. The report can be downloaded here and over the coming months BIAA and partners will be taking action to implement the recommendations: industry support will be a key to this and programs will be announced soon.
In response to growing pressure on the number one boating activity – recreational fishing – from a wide range of challenges, including expansion of marine parks and reserves and conservation-inspired threats to fishing, BIAA, has partnered with like-minded peak bodies to commission a report on the sector. Keep Australia Fishing has been published to present the case for recreational fishing and sets some key recommendations to protect, promote and grow the sector and pastime. The report can be downloaded here and over the coming months BIAA and partners will be taking action to implement the recommendations: industry support will be a key to this and programs will be announced soon.
Keep Australia Fishing Report
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