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M A R I N E a n d S A F E T Y TA SMAN I A

MARINE andSAFETY

Chairman’s Letter

Annual Report 2004-05 1

27 September 2005

Hon Bryan Green

Minister for Infrastructure, Energy and Resources

Parliament House

HOBART TAS 7000

Dear Minister

In accordance with Section 28 of the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997 I am pleased to submit for your information and

presentation to Parliament the Annual Report of the Authority for the year ended 30 June 2005.

In accordance with Section 28(3) of the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997, copies of the Annual Report have also been

provided to the Treasurer and the Auditor-General.

The Statement of Accounts and Certifi cate of the Auditor-General are included.

Simon FitzGerald

Chairman

2 Marine and Safety Tasmania

Strategic Priorities


Index

Chairman’s Letter 1

Overview of MAST including organisational chart 3

Chairman’s Report 4

CEO’s Report 5

Board Members 6

Corporate Plan 2005-08 7

Report on Strategic Priorities 2004-05 14

Supplementary information

- Freedom of Information 22

- Public Interest Disclosure 22

- Legislation Changes 22

- Committees 23

Incident Report 24

Financial Statements 26

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Annual Report 2004-05 3 Annual Report 2004-05 3

Overview of MAST

Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST) is a statutory authority that was established on 30 July 1997 to manage functions relating

to the safe operation of all recreational boats and commercial vessels up to 500 tonnes, or 35 metres in length, in Tasmania.

Two of the primary roles of the Authority are to ensure the safe operation of vessels in all Tasmanian waters and to manage its

marine facilities. MAST has taken over the regulatory and safety functions performed by the former Marine Boards including the

registration of vessels, licensing of motor boat operators and the management of moorings.

The third role - which is to manage environmental issues relating to the operation of vessels – is specifi cally aimed at ensuring

commercial vessels comply with the Pollution of Waters by Oil and Noxious Substances Act 1987. The general management of

environmental issues is governed by the Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act 1994 which is managed by the

Department of Primary Industries, Water and Environment (DPIWE). MAST has no control over planning matters. This is governed by

the Land Use Planning Approvals Act 1994 managed by local government and DPIWE.

A large number of marine facilities have been transferred to MAST including jetties, boat ramps and navigation aids previously

owned by the Department of Transport and the Marine Boards. The Marine Boards have divested themselves of all boat ramps and

jetties and all the navigation aids that are outside their immediate port areas or are not part of their core commercial activities.

MAST is managed by a board appointed by the Minister for Infrastructure, Energy and Resources, which represents the various

sectors of the boating community and at the same time is drawn from all parts of the State. MAST delivers its programs as set out in

its Strategic Plan with an organisational structure which includes four branches as outlined in the following chart.

Organisational Chart

Colin FinchCEO

Robyn FroudCEO Secretary

(part-time)

Marita BradshawCEO Secretary

(part-time)

Bill BattAdministration

Peter HopkinsRecreational Boating

Gwyn AlwayVessel Standards

and Survey

Trevor FaustOperations and

Facilities

Susan PetersonManager – Projects

(part-time)

Justin FosterRecreational Boating

Safety Offi cer

Peter KeyesManager Certifi cation

of New Vessels

Julie WoolleyFacilities Project Offi cer

Gordon GoudieManager Certifi cates of

Competency

Joan EnfantieAdmin Assistant

Jim Caulfi eldFacilities Project Offi cer

Carole HawkesSurvey Clerk

Julie WellsAdmin Assistant

(part-time)

Genia Caulfi eldCert. CompetencyAssessment Offi cer

(part-time)

Marilyn PerceyAdmin Assistant

(part-time)

Col AndrewsPort Manager –

St Helens

Michael HunnNaval Architect

(casual)

Lyn SimmonsAdmin Assistant

(casual)

Peter GibsonN/W Safety Offi cer

(casual)

Sam WebbSurveyor(casual)

Peter RyanN/E Safety Offi cer

(casual)

Peter HarrisSurveyor(casual)


Chairman’s Report

In its eighth year of operation MAST continues to make

further improvements in its services to both commercial and

recreational boating.

2004 saw the fi nalisation of the safety management

program on commercial passenger carrying vessels. The

program which was begun in 2002 has seen improvements to

vessels and their equipment, improved staff training and the

implementation of an audited safety management system on

all passenger carrying commercial vessels. When this program

is completed in late 2005 it will have seen a major lift in safety

standards on Tasmanian passenger vessels.

This is a signifi cant achievement and means that Tasmania

has the highest standards for passenger vessel safety in

Australia. The speedy introduction of safety management

systems, enhanced crew training and lifesaving equipment

has only been possible with the enthusiastic cooperation of

operators, masters and crew. MAST would like to thank the

industry for their hard work in introducing these measures.

MAST developed a strategic asset management database

that was used to advise Government on MAST’s forward capital

program. This year MAST intends to rebuild the Opossum Bay

jetty, rebuild a further section of the Dover jetty and replace the

Deepwater jetty at Triabunna. The contribution by Government

to MAST from the Consolidated Fund more than doubled

this year to $1.126 million. Included in this is an allocation of

$100,000 to fund dredging at St Helens and Denison Canal.

This allocation has been augmented by a further $100,000

at year end. MAST acknowledges the assistance provided by

Government to fund the Strategic Asset Management Plan

developed by MAST.

The high level of construction work in the community and

the dramatic increase in the cost of steel and other building

materials has lead to an escalation of building and construction

costs. MAST benefi ted from low construction costs in its

early years but the current high level of construction costs

poses a potential threat to MAST’s long term facilities asset

management plan.

MAST is trying to set a high standard in the design of its

facilities so that they will meet the current and future needs

of both commercial and recreational users. By working closely

with Council and local community groups MAST aims to ensure

better facilities. The new alignment of the jetty at Opossum

Bay will improve access to the water from the adjoining boat

ramp and allow for an improved turning circle for boat trailers.

Similarly the recent upgrades to the boat ramp and pontoon at

Inspection Head will make boating safer and more enjoyable.

Providing services and facilities for recreational boaters

continues to be an important part of MAST’s activities.

The Board has been keen to undertake a few larger projects

to address demand for boating facilities at popular locations.

Major upgrades to the boat ramps at Kelso, Low Head,

Great Lake, and a walkway and ramp at Triabunna will make

boating easier and more enjoyable at these popular locations.

This program of facility upgrades is continuing with the Board

agreeing to look at the concept for a new ramp at Port Sorell

in the coming year.

As ever the Board and staff of MAST have made a major

contribution to its ongoing success. I would like to thank them

for their enthusiasm and dedication in addressing the wide

range of challenges faced by the organisation.

Simon FitzGerald, Chairman


The primary achievement during the year was the

implementation of safety management on commercial vessels

that carry passengers. This involved the preparation and audit

of safety management plans, upgrading of safety equipment

and greater training of staff. By year end over half the fl eet

had had their safety plans audited, all larger vessels had fi tted

open reversible liferafts in place of carley fl oats and all crew

had current fi rst aid certifi cates and had completed elements of

shipboard safety.

It is intended that those vessels that are still to undergo

audit will do so by the end of 2005. This represents the

culmination of an ambitious three year program to improve

safety standards on commercial passenger carrying vessels.

I have to thank all the operators in this fast growing industry

for their cooperation in these initiatives.

Tasmania continues to implement the new National

Standard for Commercial Vessels. This year MAST introduced

the new standard for safety equipment on commercial

vessels. This required the phase out of dinghies as acceptable

safety equipment on sea going fi shing vessels. It also saw the

replacement of carley fl oats (or buoyant appliances) on vessels

carrying 12 passengers or more. These measures have caused

industry additional costs but have signifi cantly improved the

level of safety. The cooperation of industry in implementing

these measures is greatly appreciated by MAST.

Seatime has always been a contentious issue and industry

has long queried the relevance of extended time at sea to

marine safety. At a national level MAST has worked through

the National Marine Safety Committee to agree with industry

new arrangements for training at sea. The introduction of

ROPES (record of professional experience and service) has

allowed new entrants to the industry to gain their certifi cate

of competency with half the sea time previously required.

Applicants are required to show that they have completed a

range of set competencies while at sea and on land.

The additional funds available to MAST, following the

introduction of recurrent motor boat licence fees have enabled

the ongoing upgrade of facilities and services. MAST has built

more recreational facilities to benefi t both inland and saltwater

fi shermen. It also upgraded navigation aids in the Derwent and

Huon and improved marine radio communications in the north

of the State with a repeater VHF station on Three Hummock

Island. MAST also published a waterways guide for the East

Coast which has proved to be very popular. MAST is currently

developing a guide for the North and West Coast which is

intended to be completed by the end of 2005.

Many recreational boaters have commented to us that

a level of practical experience should be a prerequisite for

obtaining a motor boat licence. Past practice has been to only

require novice boaters to pass a written test on the rules of

boating. In November 2004 MAST revised the requirements

for novice boaters to ensure that some practical experience

was gained prior to obtaining their licence. Novice boaters are

given the choice of either completing 20 hours on the water

recorded in a log book, or of undertaking a course of tuition

from an accredited provider. These new arrangements have

been working smoothly since their introduction

Last year the Government asked MAST to develop a

strategy to deal with derelict vessels. A number of commercial

vessels and a few recreational boats have been left to

deteriorate by their owners to the point where they are an

eyesore and, in some cases, are a potential environmental

nuisance. MAST has presented a series of proposals to

Government to deal with these vessels and amendments are

currently being drafted to the Marine and Safety Authority Act

and its regulations to address this issue.

In 2004 MAST received funding to dredge the barway at

Georges Bay, St Helens, and the south western approaches to

the Denison Canal. In both locations there are marine farms

and MAST in conjunction with DPIWE carried out extensive

environmental investigations. Dredging at both locations is

expected to be completed by the end of 2005.

Once again, our staff worked hard throughout the year

to develop and implement a range of programs and initiatives

to make boating better for both recreational and commercial

vessel owners. By working with the commercial industry and

with recreational boaters, MAST has been able to improve

safety. We greatly appreciate the assistance we have received

during the year from both organisations and individuals across

the spectrum of boating.

Chief Executive Officer’s Report

Colin Finch, CEO


Board Members

THE MAST BOARD MEMBERS ARE:

Simon FitzGerald – Chairman

Mr FitzGerald is a former Master Warden of the Marine

Board of Hobart, a Tasmanian member of the Australian Ports

Association, and has been extensively involved with the Port

reform process.

Michael Stevens

Mr Stevens is a publisher and publishes Tasmanian Fishing and

Boating News, plus other fi shing publications and books.

He has served on the Inland Fisheries Advisory Council, Marine

Recreational Fishery Council and is a trustee of the Fish Habitat

Improvement Fund. He has an engineering background and

worked at The Examiner for 11 years.

Robert Cassidy

Mr Cassidy is the Director of Tamar River Cruises and was

previously with Glasgow Engineering. He comes from a family

of boaters and is a former Marine Engineer.

Lia Morris

Mrs Morris is the State Manager of Walker Corp and is a keen

recreational boater.

Mrs Morris is a qualifi ed planner holding a Masters in Town

Planning and has over 15 years experience in the building

and construction sector. Mrs Morris has served on public and

private sector boards and was an inaugural member of the

Resource Planning & Development Commission that oversees

Tasmania’s planning system and assesses public land use issues

and projects of State signifi cance.

Stuart Richey AM

Mr Richey is the Managing Director of Richey Fishing Company

Pty Ltd. Mr Richey has been a representative on numerous

industry associations, Councils and committees, and is currently

a board member on the Industry Advisory Panel to National

Marine Safety Committee.

Lesley Blyth

Ms Blyth is the Practice Manager at Hopkins Street Clinic.

Ms Blyth is a member of the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania

and has sailed for approximately 25 years. She has also been a

volunteer radio operator with the RYCT.

Back left to right: Colin Finch, Michael Stevens, Lia MorrisFront left to right: Stuart Richey, Lesley Blyth, Robert Cassidy, Simon FitzGerald


Corporate Plan 2005-08

Marine and Safety Tasmania has reviewed and developed its strategy and corporate plan for 2005-08, engaging its staff and

stakeholders for views and comments on its content. This Corporate Plan includes revised mission, vision and values statements.

Our strategic plan for 2003-08, published in September 2003, marked a new beginning in the way we worked with stakeholders

to create a clear picture of the way forward for MAST. Many of the longer-term objectives included in the Plan continue to feature in

this Corporate Plan as we seek to further improve our products and services.

This document sets out our strategic objectives for the next three years. These refl ect our commitment to delivering our statutory

obligations and our view of how MAST’s services should be developed to meet changing customer needs, to deliver quality, and to

ensure best value.

VISION, MISSION AND VALUES STATEMENTS

Vision

To be widely recognised as a proactive, approachable and knowledgeable organisation.

Mission

MAST will work to make boating better by:

• Promoting safer and easier boating and

• Managing its marine assets to meet the needs of users.

Values

MAST will be:

• Proactive

We recognise the value of being proactive and will identify trends and develop innovative solutions to problems

• Approachable

We will attempt at all times to be approachable and deliver services that focus on the needs of our stakeholders.

• Knowledgeable

We are committed to providing a professional service that is timely, knowledgeable and meets or exceeds customer expectations.


KEY OBJECTIVES FOR THE NEXT THREE YEARS

Objective 1 Provide education and support to match the needs of commercial operators and recreational boaters.

MAST is committed to providing education and support to its customers and stakeholders. Work will continue

with commercial owners to introduce safety measures to benefi t the industry. Boating safety programs within

schools, education evenings, our accredited training providers and the popular East Coast Safety Days also

provide valuable knowledge and information for current and future recreational boaters.

Objective 2 Ensure compliance with recognised legislation, standards, policies and procedures.

MAST will continue to work within the commercial and recreational areas to ensure compliance with relevant

legislation and standards. It is the responsibility of MAST to ensure that regulations and standards relating to the

construction, maintenance and manning of commercial vessels are correctly adhered to.

MAST staff will also work closely with Tasmania Police who are primarily responsible for the enforcement of

recreational boating standards around the state, to support safer boating.

Objective 3 Redesign our services and processes to make them better to use and more effi cient

MAST wants to be seen as providing quality and best value in services to our customers. We are continually

working to increase effi ciency and each year actions are planned that will improve the way MAST is managed

and enhance its business activities.

Objective 4 Improve access to MAST information, services and facilities.

As well as providing the necessary services for better boating, we will ensure access to our staff, information

and marine facilities continues to improve. We will encourage greater use of our website by providing high

quality and relevant information. MAST forms and publications will be reviewed to make it easier to provide

and obtain information, and we will work closely with staff at the TASINET “Call Centre” and Service Tasmania

outlets.

Objective 5 Make boating on our waterways more enjoyable.

Recreational boating is an extremely popular leisure activity in Tasmania with over 22,000 registered recreational

boats in the State and some 40,000 renewable boat licences being held. By developing innovative and proactive

programs, MAST will aim to ensure recreational boaters continue to have an enjoyable time on the water.

Objective 6 Manage MAST’s marine assets to meet the needs of users.

Since its formation in 1997, MAST has been responsible for managing wharves, jetties, boat ramps, training

walls, breakwaters and navigation aids, which were previously under the control of the former Department

of Transport and Marine Boards. The management of these facilities presents a range of challenges for MAST,

particularly in maintaining old timber facilities as well as building new structures smarter from longer lasting

materials.


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BUSINESS PLAN FOR 2005-06

Objective 1 Provide education and support to match the needs of commercial operators and recreational boaters.

Corporate Objective Business Objective

1.1 Deliver quality publications 1.1.1 Produce at least two editions of Seawise.

1.1.2 Produce at least two editions of Boatwise.

1.1.3 Produce an information package on both on the MAST website and in

booklet form to explain “A career in the commercial marine industry”

covering certifi cates of competency, survey etc. Seek input from TFIC/

Seafood Training/AMC re the content.

1.2 Deliver programs to support safe

recreational boating

1.2.1 Conduct Recreational Boating forums and Education nights.

1.2.2 Develop and publish a New Safe Boating Handbook.

1.2.3 Continue the successful education program for students in

Tasmanian schools.

1.2.4 Promote accredited trainers for novice boaters.

1.2.5 Develop a Personal Water Craft (PWC) Training CD and forward to all

registered owners

1.3 Educate users of MAST facilities 1.3.1 Educate users how to care for and respect MAST facilities

1.3.2 Educate users about how to report faults / problems at MAST facilities

1.3.3 Provide a “maintenance request” form as a mechanism for users to

arrange facility maintenance

1.4 Promote MAST’s radio network 1.4.1 Ensure a better understanding of MAST radio networks so that they are

more widely used.

1.4.2 Ensure operators (vessels and shore stations) have a better

understanding of correct radio protocols and usage.

1.4.3 Prioritise further improvements/extensions to radio coverage.

1.4.4 Carry out at least one radio service upgrade project in 2005-06.



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Objective 2 Ensure compliance with recognised legislation, standards, policies and procedures


2.1 Introduce new legislation or

standards

2.1.1 Provide assistance to manufacturers and legislate to adopt ABP

requirements for new vessels in Tasmania.

2.1.2 Implement new dinghy standards for inshore vessels not fi tted with a

life raft.

2.1.3 Implement required changes under the Personal Information Protection

Act 2004.

2.2 Review and amend existing

legislation or standards as required

2.2.1 Review and amend Jetty By-laws.

2.2.2 Develop legislative amendments to deal with derelict vessels moored

or sunk.

2.2.3 Implement legislation dealing with derelict vessels.

2.3 Conduct compliance audits 2.3.1 Continue undertaking:

• Port audits

• Training provider audits

• Safety management audits

• Vessel audit and periodic survey

• Determination of manning requirements for vessels.

2.3.2 Conduct regular audits of contractor performance – AMS.

2.3.3 Conduct regular audits of TSMRG for statutory indemnity.

2.4 Undertake Survey activities 2.4.1 Continue undertaking:

• Plan approval and under construction survey of new and existing

vessels

• Audit of accredited tank and shaft manufacturers

• Issue of permits.

2.4.2 Review radio survey periods of C vessels greater than 12 m and

B vessels.

2.4.3 Complete approval of Class 1 passenger vessels with regard to fi tting

ORLs, stability and subdivision standards.

2.5 Participate in enforcement

activities

2.5.1 Continue to conduct boating patrols in partnership with

Tasmania Police.

2.6 Review operation of pilotage

arrangements

2.6.1 Engage external auditor to review pilotage arrangements within

Tasmanian ports to identify potential risks and develop risk

management strategies.

2.7 National Standards 2.7.1 Actively participate in the development of new national standards for

commercial vessels.

2.7.2 Introduce legislation to adopt NSCV for machinery and fi re protection.



Objective 3 Redesign our services and processes to make them better to use and more effi cient


3.1 Continue to develop key

corporate processes

3.1.1 Review processes for the collection and management of information.

3.2 Provide materials and training to

support staff development

3.2.1 Continue to develop and implement MAST’s internal training program.

3.2.2 Keep staff informed of training programs available.

3.3 Upgrade procedures to support

the management of facilities.

3.3.1 Examine remote monitoring of some navigation aids to lessen

site inspections.

3.3.2 Examine remote monitoring of some radio sites to lessen

site inspections.

3.3.3 Modify facility database to track radio battery life so changeout can be

fl agged in exception report.

3.3.4 Modify facility database to track navaid battery life so changeout can

be fl agged in exception report.

3.3.5 Formally document procedures requiring a monthly audit of facilities

information on the MAST web site to ensure it is relevant and up

to date.

3.3.6 Carry out further refi nements to the facilities data base.

3.4 Streamline the system for issuing

Certifi cates of Competency (CoC).

3.4.1 Scan all current information on fi le into Certifi cates of Competency

data base.

3.4.2 Review issuing “TARDIS” certifi cates for Coxswain Restricted CoC.

3.4.3 Investigate use of simulator software to streamline oral examination

process.



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Objective 4 Improve access to MAST information, services and facilities.


4.1 Expand provision of web-based

information

4.1.1 Streamline provision of information relating to the

commercial marine industry.

4.1.2 Develop a web-based package covering certifi cates

of competency, survey and other commercial

requirements.

4.2 Improve the standard of

information collected by MAST

4.2.1 Investigate the purchase and use of a portable tide

reporting gauge for better defi ning tidal fl ows at areas

such as Denison Canal and the Narrows.

4.2.2 Manage Tamar Flood Warning.

4.3 Strengthen arrangements for

providing information to Tasinet

and Service Tasmania

4.3.1 Review information provided to TASINET on

commercial enquiry procedures.

4.3.2 Ensure Tasinet and Service Tasmania Offi cers are

provided with current and relevant information in a

timely manner.

4.4 Complete a review of

MAST signage

4.4.1 Undertake a review of signage used by MAST.

4.4.2 Improve the management of MAST signage at non-

MAST facilities.

4.4.3 Examine the community use of MAST facilities and

provide signage and other features that promote

access.

4.5 Look at alternative means

of providing access to MAST

information and services

4.5.1 Attend boat shows and liaise with industry and local

boating organisations.

4.5.2 Continue to attend events such as Agfest to provide

boaters with the opportunity to obtain information

and give feedback on MAST services.



Objective 5 Make boating on our waterways more enjoyable.


5.1 Promote better navigation 5.1.1 Provide navigation aids, including new aids as required.

5.1.2 Rationalise the ownership of navigation aids that are orphans

or neglected.

5.1.3 Examine third party licence agreements for bodies providing/

maintaining navigation aids.

5.1.4 Plot Navigation Aids as layers on the GIS system.

5.1.5 Investigate the cost/benefi t of a Racon beacon on Flinders Group or

Maatsuyker Island for ease of navigation.

5.1.6 Ensure that Port Companies maintain their navigation aids to

International Standards.

5.2 Improve the information available

on popular boating areas

5.2.1 Use the GIS system to improve the plotting of the Denison Canal

chartlets.

5.2.2 Continue to develop boating guides for high use waterways –

Publish guide for Cape Portland to Cape Grim in 2005-06.

Objective 6 Manage MAST’s marine assets to meet the needs of users.


6.1 Continue to undertake

maintenance of commercial

facilities

6.1.1 Undertake routine safety inspections of facilities.

6.1.2 Undertake routine maintenance to facilities within budget.

6.1.3 Move from reactive breakdown maintenance to preventative

maintenance of facilities (eg pile wrapping / anode fi tting etc).

6.1.4 Undertake major maintenance of facilities.

6.1.5 Manage residual facility life and ensure funds are available to

rebuild facilities.

6.1.6 Record asset maintenance and service history.

6.1.7 Provide regular asset management reporting.

6.1.8 Manage contracts for maintenance of navigation aids.

6.1.9 Manage asset deterioration and degradation – eg steel reinforcing

corrosion of concrete jetties.

6.2 Continue with the upgrade of

recreational facilities

6.2.1 Co-ordinate projects to improve facilities and services with funding from

the Recreational Boating Fund and licence funding.

6.2.2 Undertake further development of the GIS base system to manage

moorings, signage and ramps.

6.2.3 Continue the audit program for Moorings and meet with mooring

contractors to discuss related issues.

6.2.4 Develop a list of priority projects for upgrading from recreational boat

licence funding in 2006-09.



STRATEGIC PRIORITY 1

To work with the commercial industry to improve its

safety culture and safety performance

Safety at sea comprises three components; vessel

standards, operator competency and operational procedures.

It has been estimated that 80% of marine incidents involve

human error and relate to vessel operational practices. MAST

expects that improving operational management will have a

positive impact on safety performance. This has been the major

initiative by MAST over the past two years.

During 2004-05, MAST has continued to work with

commercial owners to improve service delivery and identify and

introduce safety measures that benefi t industry.

Vessel survey

It is the responsibility of MAST to ensure that all vessels

are properly constructed and maintained to achieve a high

level of safety. For periodic survey, this is achieved by following

a routine survey program which can be tailored to fi t with

planned vessel maintenance. Owners are encouraged to discuss

the program with MAST including alternate approaches to

survey for which MAST strives to adopt a practical approach.

Vessel survey periods range from one to two years and a

total of 559 annual periodic surveys were undertaken during

2004-05. MAST’s system of auditing two year surveyed vessels

ensures operating trials are being carried out at least once in

three survey cycles. 170 vessels are currently issued with two

year survey certifi cates and 9 audits were undertaken during

the year.

Vessels considered lower risk by nature of size, area of

operation and use may apply for commercial registration.

Registration certifi cates are not uniformly recognised by other

states but enable reduced costs to owners while maintaining

a relevant safety standard. All registered vessels are audited

by MAST once in three certifi cate cycles. There were 487

registration certifi cates issued during 2004-05 and 153 audits

of registered vessels were undertaken.

All commercial vessels maintain a survey record book which

provides an explanation of survey procedure and stores survey

reports. MAST reviewed the contents of the survey record book

during June 2005.

The survey administration system provides a mechanism

that delivers surveys effi ciently and effectively and ensures

that any due items subsequent to the survey are followed

up making certain that vessels only operate with current

certifi cates.

The electronic survey booking system records arrangements

for the survey derived from an owner’s initial contact and

provides a complete report of the survey program and survey

particulars for the surveyor’s use.

Surveyors

MAST employs one Naval Architect on a part time basis

to conduct plan approval and stability assessment and fi ve

surveyors located regionally around the state. Instructions to

Surveyors are provided under a controlled database system and

regularly revised.

Seawise

MAST mails out a newsletter “Seawise” to every

commercial operator twice a year. The content provides

relevant information to industry including promotion of new

vessels that are constructed and enter survey, details of national

standards and upgrades to facilities.

National Standards

MAST is committed to the development of the new

National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) which will

replace the Uniform Shipping Laws Code.

The administration, electrical, stability, fi re safety and

construction sections of the Standard are at varying stages of

completion while the manning and safety equipment standards

have already been approved by the Australian Transport

Council and implemented in Tasmania.

As an example of these new standards, most passenger

vessels are now fi tted with open reversible liferafts in

accordance with the new safety equipment standard and many

class 3C fi shing vessel operators are also opting for life rafts

rather than upgrading their dinghy to the new standards.

1218

Financial YearVessels in Survey

Vessels out of Survey


Hire and Drive

The Hire and Drive licensing system continues to

operate well with a total of 44 licensed operators statewide.

All operators are subject to safety audits on a regular basis.

These audits check the condition of the hire vessels and also

that the safe operations plans for each specifi c licence continue

to be relevant to the hire operation.

Hire craft are many and varied, ranging from kayaks,

canoes and outboard powered dinghies through to charter

yachts and cruisers.

New Vessels

Tasmanian based designers and builders continue to

produce high quality vessels intended for use within Tasmania,

Australia and overseas. New vessel construction materials are

commonly steel, aluminium, polyethylene and GRP with new

timber vessels becoming rare due to material availability and

labour cost. During 2004-05, 96 vessels received initial MAST

certifi cates of survey.

Larger vessels constructed during the year include:

Discovery II

31.65m aluminium passenger vessel designed by

Crowther Multihulls, built by Richardson Devine Marine

now operating in Tasmania.

Oceanargus

8.87m aluminium work vessel designed by M Hunn, built

by Georges Bay Marine now operated by Parks Victoria.

Nelson Bay

11.9m GRP fi shing vessel designed by M Isles, built by

Badenach Enterprises now operating on the West Coast

of Tasmania.

Sampson

18.13m steel fi sh farm work vessel designed by M Isles,

built Huon Aquaculture home port Dover.

Matilda J

6.9m aluminium general purpose vessel designed by

Oceantech P/L built by Engineering Maintenance P/L,

design and construction phase survey only.

Comfort Zone

6.5m GRP passenger vessel designed by K Edwards,

builder Circular Head Marine Services operating North

West Coast Tasmania.

Morana

6.88m aluminium research vessel designed and built by

Tristar Marine operating within Tasmania.

Knoo

8.5m aluminium fi sh farm work vessel designed by

Seward Maritime, built by Mariner Aluminium operating

north west coast Tasmania.

King Hitter

8.67m aluminium feed vessel designed by M Hunn built

by Cawthorn Welding operating Macquarie Harbour.

Peppermint Bay II

21.95m aluminium passenger vessel designed by

Crowther Multihulls, built by Richardson Devine Marine

now operating in Tasmania.

Outcast

8.0m GRP general purpose vessel designed by P Arnold,

built by Grubbs Bodyworks, design and construction

phase survey only.

Perseverance I

11.9m GRP fi shing vessel designed by M Isles, built by

Badenach Enterprises now operating from King Island.

Bugger Work

7.2m GRP abalone vessel designed by H Hobson, built

by Cape Cat Australia now operating south west coast

Tasmania.

NEW COMMERCIAL VESSELS


Training Vessel Licences

Training vessel licences allow specifi c vessels to be used

for the purposes of motor boat and sail training which is

usually carried out by yacht clubs or volunteer organisations

in conjunction with either MAST or TAFE through the Adult

Education system.

Sail training courses comply with the requirements

of Yachting Australia and many of the providers are also

conducting the MAST BoatSafe practical tuition course.

All courses are conducted by qualifi ed trainers.

The vessels used by training providers are inspected by

MAST offi cers to ensure they comply with all MAST safety

requirements.

Manning and Certifi cates of Competency for

Commercial Vessels

In order to ensure the safe operation of vessels in

Tasmanian waters, MAST requires that vessel crews are

appropriately trained and qualifi ed. MAST issues Certifi cates of

Competency to persons that have met the necessary standards

to allow them to take charge of a vessel or manage the vessel

machinery.

Prior to issuing a Certifi cate of Competency, MAST ensures

the applicant has met the requirements of the National

Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV). This ensures that a

Tasmanian qualifi cation is recognised throughout Australia.

Tasmania is proud to remain the only State in Australia that has

fully implemented the new national standard for training of

mariners.

Certifi cates of Competency vary with the type of vessel

however they cover the range of vessel up to 100 metres

in length and with propulsion power up to 3000 kW.

In this fi nancial year, MAST has issued 421 new Certifi cates

of Competency.

One criteria necessary to obtain a Certifi cate is to gain

experience through accruing sea service spent on appropriate

vessels. Sea service is essentially “on the job” education and

obtaining the necessary number of days sea service is often a

serious impediment to those wishing to obtain a Certifi cate

of Competency. To improve this situation, the NSCV makes

provision for a person to reduce their sea service by having

the vessel’s qualifi ed crew ensure the applicant can do all the

required practical tasks of the job. The system of accelerated

certifi cates for better quality sea service is called ROPES (Record

of Practical Training and Service). It allows a person to reduce

their sea days by 50% when they submit a completed ROPES

book to MAST.

The ROPES system is proving popular with about 180

seafarers currently accruing sea time under the system for

various deck and engineering certifi cates. If all these ROPES

books are returned, the applicants will collectively save a total

of over 50,000 sea days from their training. This provides

a great saving to industry and does not compromise safety

because the quality of the experience is improved.

Navigation in Port Waters

Offi cers from MAST continue to work in close harmony

with the four Port Corporation Harbour Masters regarding

matters of pilotage and safety.

MAST continues to issue permits which allow vessels,

or operators, to operate safely outside their certifi cation for

short periods. Permits have also been issued for the trials of

new high speed vessels which have been built by Tasmanian

shipbuilders The permit ensures that all safety procedures and

equipment are operational for the trial period prior to the

vessel being handed over to the new owner.

Navigation warnings and general boating information are

promulgated in the MAST ‘Notices to Mariners’. Depending on

the area affected, these ‘Notices’ are published weekly in one

or all three, of the major Tasmanian newspapers.

MAST Offi cers also assist Offi cers from the Department of

Primary Industries Water and Environment (DPIWE) in regard

to the regulatory requirements for the location and marking

of fi sh and shellfi sh farms in the aquaculture industry. This is

to ensure that there are safe and navigable waterways within

aquaculture areas.

Safety Management on Commercial Passenger Vessels

Traditionally, vessels have been surveyed to ensure

appropriate standards and likewise personnel are certifi ed to

operate certain classes of vessels however there has never

been a system to ensure a qualifi ed person is well versed in

the safety aspects of a particular vessel that they are sailing

on. In order to provide this safety link, the maritime sector has

developed safety management systems that ensure the crew

are aware of how to manage their vessel in both routine and

emergency situations.

The Marine and Safety (Safe Operation) Regulations were

introduced at the end of 2003 so that safety management

systems are required on all passenger carrying vessels in

Tasmania. With effect from 1 October 2004, all passenger

carrying commercial vessels have been required to have

prepared a safety management plan.



To provide and manage marine facilities which

promote safe vessel operations and meet the needs of

marine users

Since its formation in 1997, MAST has been responsible

for managing wharves, jetties, boat ramps, training walls,

breakwaters and navigation aids, previously under the control

of the former Department of Transport and Marine Boards.

The management of these facilities presents a range

of challenges for MAST. Many of these facilities were built

in excess of forty years ago and due to the harsh marine

environment the structures have simply reached the end of

their useful life. Due to changes in recreational and commercial

boating trends, other facilities no longer fulfi ll their original

purpose and are no longer of importance to boat owners.

MAST owned Facilities

MAST manages its marine facilities in a structured way

so that they function in a safe and cost-effective manner.

The management regime includes regular safety inspections,

periodic engineering assessments and routine maintenance of

all facilities.

Many of MAST’s jetties are ageing timber structures that

require regular maintenance in order to keep pace with the

decay that naturally occurs. Throughout the year MAST has

undergone an extensive program of timber jetty maintenance

including pile encasement, and the replacement of beams,

planks and fendering in order to keep timber jetties in good

condition. However eventually timber jetties reach the end

of their working life and during the year the Kelso jetty was

withdrawn from service for safety reasons. A brand new boat

ramp has been installed at Kelso that better services the needs

of recreational boaters in the area.

During the year, MAST also received funds for

reconstruction of facilities at Opossum Bay, Dover and

Triabunna. Work is underway and these facilities will be

replaced in 2005-06.

MAST’s 260 odd navigation aids around the State have

undergone routine maintenance and upgrade work during the

year. In the Furneaux Group two new aids were established

and two high precision aids were overhauled after about

20 years of continuous service. During 2004-05, only 4 of the

260 navigation aids failed to meet their reliability targets.

This gives mariners a high level of confi dence in MAST

navigation aids.

At 30 June 2005, 95% of passenger carrying vessels

have now met the requirements of the new Safe Operations

Regulations by submitting plans with 62% of vessels issued

with certifi cates. The manner in which the new requirements

have been embraced is a demonstration of the professionalism

of the passenger vessel industry in Tasmania.

Marine Incident Investigations

Nineteen incidents were considered by the Board of MAST

during this fi nancial year. Formal investigations by MAST

offi cers were made into seven of these incidents and one

was the subject of a coronial enquiry. Workplace Standards is

investigating one of these incidents under a Memorandum of

Understanding with MAST.

All incidents are reviewed by MAST Offi cers and in

many instances recommendations made by the Board are

promulgated in order to try and prevent similar incidents. These

recommendations, for example, can take the form of circulars

forwarded to all Tasmanian Yacht Clubs drawing attention to a

particular occurrence and the circumstances surrounding it.

A detailed list of the marine incidents occurring during the

period can be found on pages 24-25.



Dredging

Dredging is a challenging process where there is a need to

balance environmental impacts and economic benefi t. There

is often a risk that through a storm, nature can quickly reverse

the expensive gains that have been made during a dredging

program.

During 2004-05 MAST undertook dredging against the

Bridport Wharf where silt had built up to the degree that

vessels had diffi culty using the wharf. The dredging has had

positive results with the silt not refi lling the dredged areas thus

improving access for vessels.

MAST has also engaged a contractor to dredge at the

barway at St Helens. This program has been postponed due

to a fi re on the dredging vessel. However it is fortunate that

nature has co-operated and the barway depth has remained

good during the intervening period.

Marine Communications

MAST owns extensive marine communications

infrastructure located at thirteen sites around the State. The

latest addition in 2004-05 was a new VHF radio repeater

located at Three Hummock Island in North West Tasmania.

This repeater has proved to have extensive range and provides

excellent safety benefi ts for mariners in the region.

Although MAST provides extensive radio equipment, it

is the operation and monitoring of this equipment by marine

radio volunteers that provides value to mariners at sea. These

volunteer stations continue to broadcast weather and safety

information, log position reports from vessels at sea and

report emergency calls to search and rescue Authorities. MAST

congratulates marine radio volunteers for their commitment to

improving safety at sea.


To improve the management of our waterways

Tasmania has an extensive system of quality cruising

waterways. MAST is actively involved in working with other

government departments and organisations, boating clubs and

the general boating public to make these waterways safer and

enhance boating enjoyment.

Waterway Guides

A waterway and anchorage guide for the East Coast of

Tasmania was completed and distributed to clubs and dealers

for sale to the boating public during the year. This guide has

proved most popular along the Coast.

The guide covers the area from Marion Narrows in the

East to Cape Portland, giving indications on safe anchorages

together with speed over distance tables, services found in

various townships and other safety and navigational rules.

The chart has been designed to benefi t not only the cruising

boater but also those who may wish to do day trips in smaller

run-about type boats. MAST has started preparing a similar chart

for the North Coast from Cape Portland to Cape Grim.

Zoning

MAST continues to work with local communities and

councils in respect to the zoning of particular waterways.

The area at Weymouth in the North of the State has been

an area MAST has received complaints about in relation to

usage by various craft. MAST has now consulted both with

the community and users of the waterway and zoned the

area as a designated ski area. This will help reduce confl ict

between fi shermen, personal water craft and water-skiers.

Input from the local community was appreciated and helped

reach a solution that was agreeable to all users of the popular

waterway.

Moorings

The number of registered moorings increased from 3298 to

3455, an increase of nearly 5%.

MAST continued its ongoing State-wide mooring audit

process with popular areas being audited. Some moorings that

had not been renewed had become hazards to navigation and

were subsequently removed.

MAST has implemented a GIS system which will improve

mooring management and has made provision in the 2005-06

fi nancial years for further layers to be added to the system.

The GIS system has enabled the management of moorings

to be more effi cient and provides quicker information to

our customers.


Recreational Boating Facilities upgrades (through RBF

and Licence funding)

This year saw MAST continue with the ever popular

funding process through the Recreational Boating Fund.

Each year MAST allocates $220,000 towards funding the

upgrade of facilities and services as determined from public

submissions. This year the timing of work was changed to

allow construction to be carried out through the autumn

period which traditionally sees a steady weather pattern and

lower tides which are ideal for carrying out construction in the

dynamic coastal environment.

Projects in 2004-05 included an upgrade to the Rosny

Boat Ramp, work at Eddystone Point to improve access to the

beach launching area, new Navigation aids were provided in

conjunction with Hobart Ports to Macquarie Harbour, new

fendering was installed at the Kettering Jetty to help larger

recreational craft that use the facility for loading and unloading

and new ramps were built at Taranna, Kelso and Lake

Meadowbank. Funding was also made available to the Burnie

Marina Committee to re surface the existing ramp in Emu Bay

and to Hobart Ports for maintenance works at the Stanley

Boat ramp. A new double ramp was built at Inspection Head

and a new walkway will completed in 2005-06. Other projects

completed were new launching facilities at Triabunna and Port

Huon and a number of new and upgraded navigation aids in

the D’Entrecasteaux Channel and Huon River. The work in the

Central Lakes was also completed in conjunction with Hydro

Tasmania with the completion of the ramp at Little Quarries.


To deliver innovative and proactive programs to support

safe recreational boating

Recreational boating is an extremely popular leisure

activity in Tasmania. In 2004-05 there were 23,407 registered

recreational boats in the State, representing an increase of

5.5% from the previous year. Personal water craft registrations

grew by 11.1% to 580, compared to 522 registered craft

in 2003-04.

MAST is committed to enhancing the safe operation

of recreational vessels in Tasmania. In 2000, a Recreational

Boating Safety Review was conducted that identifi ed a number

of recommendations. These have been built upon to develop

a series of programs that are improving safety and making

recreational boating more enjoyable. With 46,474 renewable

boat licences held by Tasmanians, the programs need to reach

a wide audience and cover all areas of the State.

Boating Safety Program

MAST has visited a number of schools in the past twelve

months and conducted education for students through the

“Be Boat Safe” Teacher Resource Kit. Some educational

programs have also been run in pools with children

experiencing overloading and buoyancy issues. This program

continues to be supported by schools and no doubt provides

valuable tuition to the students in respect to understanding the

benefi ts of boating safety.

MAST continued its successful Education Nights around

the State conducting a number of fl are demonstrations at

areas including Devonport, Launceston, Swansea, Orford,

Bicheno, Strahan, King Island, Hobart, Port Cygnet and

REGISTERED MOORINGS

Financial Year

RECREATIONAL VESSEL REGISTRATION


Nubeena. Displays were also conducted at a number of Clubs

around the State. The successful and popular education nights

with the public will continue into 2005-06 with various safety

topics planned for discussion.

Agfest

MAST again visited Agfest, enabling MAST staff to meet

with a large number of people and receive important feedback

in respect to boating safety issues and comments on various

recreational boating facilities around the state.

In addition to Agfest, MAST also attended the open

weekend at Liawenee in the Central Highlands, which gave

staff the opportunity to speak directly with inland fi shermen.

Issues discussed included the completion of the new ramps

on Great Lake and Arthurs Lake, which were carried out in

conjunction with Hydro Tasmania.

MAST also interacted with the boating public at various

dealer boat shows around the state and during boating and

ramp patrols.

Personal Water Craft

Over the summer period, MAST received a number of

complaints in respect to Personal Water Craft (PWC). As

a result MAST is producing a training CD which has been

sponsored by major PWC manufacturers. This CD when

completed will be forwarded to every existing PWC owner and

also those registering a craft for the fi rst time, The CD will be

specifi cally produced for Tasmania showing current 5 knot and

prohibited areas together with other useful information. MAST

is hopeful their on going commitment to the education of PWC

owners will enhance a greater safety culture with the operators

of these craft.

New Licence Arrangements

The new process of issuing recreational licences was

implemented on 1 November 2004 and requires applicants to

either gain 20 hours experience on a registered recreational

vessel or attend an accredited practical tuition course.

MAST has now accredited a number of providers around

the state to carry out and conduct the MAST practical tuition

“BOATSAFE” course. This course is based around the NMSC

core competencies for operators of power driven vessels.

MAST sees this as a great safety initiative which will build on

the safety culture which now exists with recreational boaters

in Tasmania and provide those new to boating with the

confi dence and skills. MAST intends to lift the profi le of the

BOATSAFE course during 2005-06.

Enforcement

MAST staff has worked with Tasmania Police who are

primarily responsible for carrying out enforcement around the

state. This involved on-water checks and ramp patrols, where

boaters were checked for licences, registrations and safety

gear.

MAST has continued to employ Peter Ryan and Peter

Gibson in the North of the State who have been proactive in

carrying out boating patrols in the North East and North West

of the State over the summer period. MAST see these two

casual employees playing an important role is boating safety in

the North of the State.

Commonwealth Bank Beach and Boating Safety Days

MAST, in conjunction with Surf Life Saving Tasmania, also

continued its safety days. These prove to be most popular and

this year we were again supported by the Commonwealth

Bank who have provided sponsorship for the following two

years. The safety days are held in holiday locations in early

January and provide those attending with useful boating safety

tips and demonstrations. This year venues visited included

Dodges Ferry, Orford, Bicheno and Port Sorell on the North

West Coast.



To continue to develop highly effective business and

administrative processes to enhance MAST activities

MAST is continually working to increase effi ciency. Each

year actions are planned that will improve the way MAST is

managed and enhance its business activities.

Internal training program

MAST is committed to encouraging continuous learning

and a high degree of readiness and fl exibility among staff to

respond to MAST’s service delivery needs.

A training program has been developed based on internal

seminars covering a broad range of MAST activities. These

are held on a regular basis and have had a high level of staff

participation.

Occupational Health and Safety

It is the policy of MAST to provide a healthy and safe

workplace for all employees, contractors, external consultants,

and members of the public who work at, or visit, our offi ces

and workplaces.

MAST has an active Occupational Health and Safety

Committee, which meets on a regular basis to consider a

wide range of safety and welfare issues. During 2004-05,

the Committee’s key initiatives included:

• Conducting routine offi ce safety audits and evaluating at each meeting

• Ensuring up-to-date OH&S best practice and safety information is available to staff

• Offering fi rst aid training to all staff

• Reviewing fi rst aid kits and fi re extinguishers in all MAST workplaces

• Further developing formal OH&S staff procedures as controlled documents on topics such as building evacuation.

MAST’s detailed policies in relation to occupational health

and safety are set out in its OHS Manual that is available to

all staff.

Performance Management System

MAST undertook a detailed review of its performance

management system, resulting in a modifi ed system that

integrates the Corporate Plan into everyone’s work and

provides a mechanism for the formal recognition of staff

achievements.

MAST Marketing Strategy

During 2004-05, MAST developed a Marketing Strategy

to provide a planning framework within which communication

concepts for MAST can be developed on an on-going basis.

The Strategy was produced as the outcome of:

• Workshops with staff members involved in the various communications activities performed by MAST

• Facilitated team meetings with all staff to develop the Brand Core Values

• Surveys of recreational boat owners in 2001 and 2003

• Surveys of commercial vessel owners in 2004.

The current Marketing Strategy is an update of an earlier

strategy written in 2001. It identifi es key market segments

among recreational boaters and commercial vessels. It also

identifi es through the strategic planning process a series of

external risks that potentially threaten MAST.

MAST will keep preparing generic contingency plans that

will address these risks. Events can occur in multiples and

MAST must have the fl exibility, processes and resources to deal

with a number of events at a time.


Supplementary Information

Freedom of Information

Two requests were received under the Freedom of Information Act 1991 during 2004-05 (compared to nil in the previous year).

Any enquiries under the Act should be made to

FOI Administrator: Susan Peterson

Location: Level 1, 7-9 Franklin Wharf, Hobart

Telephone: 03 6233 8801

Public Interest Disclosures

MAST has adopted a set of Public Interest Disclosure procedures in accordance with part 7 of the Public Interest Disclosures

Act 2002.

A copy of the procedures can be viewed at MAST during offi ce hours or accessed via the MAST website, www.mast.tas.gov.au under

MAST publications.

Legislation Changes 2004-05

The following legislation came into force between 1 July 2004 and 30 June 2005.

Legislation Commencement

Marine and Safety (Fees) Amendment By-laws 2004 1 July 2004

Marine and Safety (Fees) Amendment By-laws 2005 1 April 2005

Marine and Safety (Motor Boats and Licences) Amendment By-laws 2004 1 October 2004

Marine and Safety (Motor Boats and Licences) Amendment By-laws(No 2) 2004Clauses commence 15 November 2004

and 1 March 2005

Marine and Safety (Pilotage and Navigation) Amendment Regulations 2004 8 December 2004

Marine and Safety (Vessel Safety Standards) Amendment By-laws 2004Clauses commence 1 August 2004 and

1 October 2004

Marine and Safety (Vessel Safety Standards) Amendment By-laws 2005 1 May 2005


Committees 2004-05

Colin Finch - Chief Executive Offi cer

Australian Maritime Group

Northern Region Coastal and Marine Reference Group

National Marine Safety Committee (NMSC)

Tamar Estuary Working Group

Tasmania Police Marine Search and Rescue

MAST Vessel Manning Committee

Peter Hopkins - Manager Recreational Boating

Australia New Zealand Safe Boating Education Group

(ANZSBEG)

Marinas Association of Australia – Tasmania Division

Port Sorell Active Australia Committee

Tasmanian Water Safety Council

Justin Foster - Recreational Boating Safety Offi cer

South Esk Water Useage Committee

Bureau of Meteorology Marine Consultative Committee

Tasmanian Water Safety Council

MAST Occupational Health and Safety Committee

Jim Caulfi eld - Facilities Project Offi cer

“fi shonline” Management Group


Genia Caulfi eld - Certifi cates of Competency

Assessment Offi cer


Gwyn Alway - Manager Vessel Standards and Survey

NMSC – National Standard for Administration of Marine Safety

NMSC – Vessels Safety Technical Group


Peter Keyes – Manager Certifi cation of New Vessels

NMSC – Vessel Technical Group



Trevor Faust - Manager Operations and Facilities

NMSC – Marine Radio Reference Group

Julie Woolley - Facilities Project Offi cer


Michael Hunn - Naval Architect

NMSC – Stability

William Batt - Manager Administration


Robyn Froud – CEO Secretary


Marita Bradshaw - CEO Secretary


Joan Enfantie - Administration Assistant


Gordon Goudie – Manager Certifi cates of Competency

Tasmanian Fishing Industry Training Board

Inland Fisheries Advisory Council




Date VesselCLASS; LENGTH

Type of Casualty

Position Result

9/8/04Southern

Condor34.9m 2B

Grounding

and shift of

cargo

Bridport &

passage to

Flinders Island

• Unsafe conditions for crew and vessel

• No injuries

21/8/04

Various Small

Navy Cadet

Vessels

Recreational Capsize

River Derwent

south of

Tasman Bridge

• Call out of marine police to carry out various

rescues

• Taken to hospital with minor hypothermia

14/9/04 Lady Nelson16.4 m 1D

& 2B

Minor

collision

Charlottes Cove

D’Entrecasteaux

Channel

• Minor damage to vessel

• No injuries

25/10/04 Blue Dolphin 9.3 m 2D/ 3DSkipper lost

overboardColes Bay • Fatality due to drowning

17/11/04 Concorde 21.8 m 3B Grounding Badger Island • Major hull damage and fl ooding

25/11/04Harbour

Blaster7.1m 2C(R) Capsize Coles Bay

• Two passengers injured

• Vessel damaged

23/12/04 Cartela 37.2m 1EHospitalised

passengerHobart

• Passenger collapsed with suspected heart

attack

• Vessel returned to wharf and patient

hospitalised

28/12/04 PV Observer 6.9m 2C(R)

Collision with

recreational

vessel

Off Kingston

Beach Hobart

• P/V collided with unlit vessel at 2230 when

investigating distress fl are sighting

2/1/05 Yacht ‘Joma’11m

Recreational

“Near miss”

incident with

ferry ‘Cartela’

Hobart• Yacht had to take action to avoid collision

with ferry during race event

7/1/05Maria Island

Ferry11.5m 1D

Immobilised

on passage

Darlington

Harbour Maria

Island

• Vessel’s rudders jammed

• Tow required back to Eastcoaster Resort

• No injuries

Incident Report


Date VesselCLASS; LENGTH

Type of Casualty

Position Result

17/1/05Yacht

‘Vagabond’

13.1m

RecreationalSank

Half Tide Rock

– Eddystone

Point

• Vessel holed and sank after grounding on

rocks

• Three crew rescued shortly after

• No injuries

9/3/05 Stay Calm 16.9m 2C

& 3B

Engine room

fi re

Georges Bay

Barway

• Fire occurred in exhaust trunking

• Vessel returned under own power

• No injuries

29/3/03 Robert E Lee10.7m 2D

& 3D

Sank at

mooring

Mooring at

Coles Bay• Vessel unmanned at time of incident

3/4/05Smorgan

Steel

Racing Power

Boat

Capsized

during raceHobart

• Two crew rescued by helicopter

• Vessel damaged

9/4/05 Hiclair5.7m 2C(R) &

2D (R)

Failure to

pick up 2

passengers

Lake St Clair• Two passengers who had contracted to be

picked up after walk were forgotten

15/5/05 Denbar J12m 3C

(Restricted)Sank

Sloop Rocks

(West Coast)

• Vessel holed and sank after grounding on

rocks

• Two crew rescued shortly after

• No injuries

18/05/05 Cut Cat5.85M

3C

Fell off trailer

at boat ramp Strahan • Boat fell off trailer at ramp

20/06/05Janelle Hardy

II

9.9M

2C 3BElectrical fi re

South Coast

“Big Witch”

Island

• Smoke noticed in engine room after starting

engine

24/06/05 Hewardia 1114.54M

3CElectrical fi re

South Bruny

– Friars• Electrical fi re


Financial Statements Directors’ Report

The Directors present their report on the Authority for the

fi nancial year ended 30 June 2005.

DIRECTORS

The names of directors in offi ce at any time during or since

the end of the year are:

Mr Simon FitzGerald Ms Lesley Blyth

Mr Robert Cassidy Ms Lia Morris

Mr Stuart Richey AM Mr Michael Stevens

Mr Colin Finch

OPERATING RESULT

A defi cit from ordinary activites of $523,330 was sustained

compared to the defi cit of $161,731 in the 2003-04 year.

Revenue from ordinary activities was $3,635,886 which

was $7,847 more than the previous year. The increase is

mainly attributable to the receipt of additional funds from

Government for the reconstruction of the Opossum Bay Jetty

and the dredging of the St Helens barway and approaches

to the Denison Canal. This increase in revenue was partially

offset by the reduction in receipts from Recreational Boating

Activities.

Expenditure from ordinary activities was $4,159,216 which

was $369,446 more than the previous year. The increase in

expenditure is mainly due to increased facilities maintenance

and the completion of previously deferred projects that were

completed under the recreational boating fund.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES

The Authority is constituted under Part 2 of the Marine

and Safety Authority Act 1997 and commenced operations

on 30 July 1997. The Authority was established as a body

corporate with perpetual succession with the following general

functions and powers:

• to ensure the safe operation of vessels;

• to provide and manage marine facilities;

• to manage environmental issues relating to vessels.

The Authority has jurisdiction in and over -

• the waters of all inland lakes, rivers and streams,

• coastal waters;

• any vessel; and

• any marine facility under the control of the Authority.

No signifi cant change in the nature of these activities

occurred during the year.

AFTER BALANCE DATE EVENTS

No matters or circumstances have arisen since the end of

the fi nancial year which signifi cantly affected or may signifi cantly

affect the operations of the Authority, the results of those

operations or the state of affairs of the Authority in future years.

FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS

During 2005-06, work will commence on the

reconstruction of the Opossum Bay Jetty with funds received

from Government during 2004-05, as well as MAST funds from

the Recreational Boating Fund.

MAST will also receive an additional $850,000 from

Government for the reconstruction of the Triabunna Deepwater

Jetty and the inner section of the Dover Jetty.

Dredging operations funded by Government for the

St Helens barway and the entrance to the Denison Canal will

also be undertaken during 2005-06.

2005-06 will see the fi nalisation of projects undertaken

from funds received from motor boat licence renewals in

2003-04. This will bring the total amount spent on projects and

services to $1,525,000 for the 2003-04 – 2005-06 triennium.

It is expected that nearly 50,000 licence payment notices

will be sent in May 2006. This, in combination with funding

from registration fees will allow the funding of further

improvements to recreational boating facilities and services for

the 2006-07 – 2008-09 triennium.

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

The Authority’s operations are not regulated by any specifi c

regulation under a law of the Commonwealth or of a State

or Territory.

INDEMNIFYING OFFICERS OR AUDITOR

The Authority has paid premiums to insure each Director

against liabilities for costs and expenses incurred by them in

defending any legal proceedings arising out of their conduct

while acting in the capacity of Director of the Authority, other

than conduct involving a willful breach of duty in relation to

the Authority. This policy extends the limited cover provided

under the Statutory Authorities (Protection from Liability of

Members) Act 1993.

The Authority has not otherwise, during or since the end

of the fi nancial year indemnifi ed or agreed to indemnify a

director, offi cer or auditor of the Authority against a liability

incurred as such a director, offi cer or auditor.

Director

27 September 2005


Financial Statements Statement of Financial Performance

for the year ended 30 June 2005

Note 2005 2004

$ $

Revenues from ordinary activities

Commercial Vessels 560,007 554,459

Certifi cates of Competency 137,164 124,734

Recreational Boating 1,504,646 1,709,568

Moorings 172,238 189,435

Treasury Appropriation 1,126,000 820,000

Interest Received 93,892 96,581

Other revenue 41,939 133,262

Total revenue from ordinary activities 3,635,886 3,628,039

Expenditures from ordinary activities

Personnel Expenses 1,289,054 1,281,141

Occupancy Expenses 131,448 129,354

Operating Expenses 2,264,048 1,792,634

Depreciation Charges 445,910 511,079

Other 28,756 75,562

Total expenses from ordinary activities 4,159,216 3,789,770

Net operating surplus (defi cit) from ordinary activities (523,330) (161,731)

Decrease in asset revaluation reserve arising 11 - (20,224)

on revaluation of non current assets

- (20,224)

Total Changes in Equity (523,330) (181,955)

The accompanying notes form part of these fi nancial statements.


Financial Statements

Note 2005 2004

$ $

Current Assets

Cash assets 4 1,525,571 1,372,484

Receivables 5 101,738 103,066

Other fi nancial assets 7 19,471 31,066

Total Current Assets 1,646,780 1,506,616

Non-Current Assets

Property, Plant & Equipment 6 6,942,878 7,409,070

Total Non-Current Assets 6,942,878 7,409,070

Total Assets 8,589,658 8,915,686

Current Liabilities

Payables 8 355,746 210,853

Provisions 9 191,565 138,972

Total Current Liabilities 547,311 349,825

Non-Current Liabilities

Provisions 9 38,805 38,989

Total Non-Current Liabilities 38,805 38,989

Total Liabilities 586,116 388,814

NET ASSETS 8,003,542 8,526,872

Equity

Contributed equity 10 9,939,050 9,939,050

Reserves 11 8,943 8,943

Accumulated Losses 12 (1,944,451) (1,421,121)

TOTAL EQUITY 8,003,542 8,526,872


Statement of Financial Position

As at 30 June 2005



Note 2005 2004

$ $

Cash Flow from Operating Activities

Receipts from Operations 3,543,322 3,464,527

Payments to Suppliers & Employees (3,416,853) (3,310,497)

Interest Received 93,892 96,581

Net Cash provided by Operating Activities 15 (a) 220,361 250,611

Cash Flow from Investing Activities

Payments for Fixed Assets (67,274) (53,325)

Proceeds from sale of plant & equipment - 1,272

Net Cash used in Investing Activities (67,274) (52,053)

Cash Flow from Financing Activities

Net cash used in Financing Activities - -

Net increase/(decrease) in cash held 153,087 198,558

Cash at 1 July 2004 1,372,484 1,173,926

Cash at 30 June 2005 4 1,525,571 1,372,484


Statement of Cash Flows

for the year ended 30 June 2005



NOTE 1: STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING

POLICIES

The following explains the signifi cant accounting policies that

have been adopted in the preparation of the fi nancial report.

Basis of Accounting

The fi nancial statements are a general purpose fi nancial

report that have been prepared in accordance with the

requirements of the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997,

applicable Australian Accounting Standards, Urgent Issues

Group consensus views and other mandatory professional

reporting requirements.

The fi nancial statements have also been prepared on the

basis of historical costs and do not take into account changing

money values or, except where stated, current valuations of

non-current assets. Cost is based on the fair values of the

consideration given in exchange for assets. The accounting

policies have been consistently applied, unless otherwise

stated.

The following is a summary of the material accounting

policies adopted by the Authority in the preparation of the

fi nancial statements.

Statement of Accounting Policies

(a) Tax Equivalents

The Authority is not subject to tax equivalents payments.

(b) Plant and Equipment

Marine facilities are brought to account at fair value, while

navigation aids and the remaining plant and equipment is at

cost, less where applicable, any accumulated depreciation or

amortisation. The carrying amount of plant and equipment is

reviewed on a regular basis by directors to ensure values are

not in excess of the recoverable amount from those assets.

Depreciation is provided by either the straight line

or reducing balance method on all tangible fi xed assets.

Depreciation is provided by charges to income at rates based

on the estimated useful lives commencing from the time that

the asset is held ready for use.

The depreciation rates used for each class of depreciable

asset are:

Class of Fixed Asset Depreciation Rate

Navigation Aids 6.7 – 20%

Marine Facilities 2 – 20%

Plant and Equipment 25 - 50%

(c) Leases

Lease payments for operating leases, where substantially

all the risks and benefi ts remain with the lessor, are charged as

expenses in the periods in which they are incurred.

(d) Employee Benefi ts

Provision is made for the Authority’s liability for employee

benefi ts arising from services rendered by employees to balance

date. Employee benefi ts expected to be settled within one year

together with entitlements arising from wages and salaries

and annual leave which will be settled after one year, have

been measured at the amounts expected to be paid when

the liability is settled, plus related on-costs. Other employee

benefi ts payable later than one year have been measured at

the present value of the estimated future cash outfl ows to be

made for those benefi ts.

A liability for sick leave is not recognised as sick leave is

non-vesting and because it is probable that sick leave expected

to be taken in future reporting periods will be less than

entitlements which are expected to accrue in those periods.

Superannuation contributions are made by the Authority

to various complying superannuation funds and are charged

as expenses when incurred. Contributions made on behalf of

employees appointed on or after 15 May 1999 are made in

accordance with the Public Sector Superannuation Reform

Act 1999.

(e) Cash

For the purpose of the Statement of Cash Flows, cash

includes Cash on Hand, Cash at Bank (Overdraft) and Deposits

at Bank at Call.

(f) Comparative Figures

Where required by Accounting Standards, comparative

fi gures have been adjusted to conform with changes in

presentation for the current fi nancial year.

(g) Revenue

Revenue from the rendering of a service is recognised upon

the delivery of the service to customers.

Interest revenue is recognised on a proportional basis

taking into account the interest rates applicable to the fi nancial

assets.

All revenue is stated net of the amount of goods and

services tax (GST).

Notes to and forming part of the Financial Statements

For the year ended 30 June 2005



(h) Goods and Services Tax (GST)

Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised net of the

amount of GST, except where the amount of GST incurred

is not recoverable from the Australian Tax Offi ce. In these

circumstances the GST is recognised as part of the cost of

acquisition of the asset or as part of an item of the expense.

Receivables and payables in the statement of fi nancial position

are shown inclusive of GST.

(i) Adoption of Australian Equivalents to International

Financial Reporting Standards

The Authority is preparing for and managing the transition

to Australian Equivalents to International Financial Reporting

Standards (AIFRS) effective for the fi nancial years commencing

1 January 2005. The adoption of AIFRS will be refl ected in the

Authority’s fi nancial statements for the year ending 30th June

2006. On the fi rst time adoption of AIFRS, comparatives for

the fi nancial year ended 30th June 2005 are required to be

restated.

The entity’s management has assessed the signifi cance

of the expected changes and is preparing for their

implementation.

The directors are of the opinion that on adoption of AIFRS

there will be no key material differences to the Authority’s

accounting policies or any fi nancial effect. Users of the

fi nancial statements should note, however, that the effect

of AIFRS, could change if there are any amendments by

standard-setters to the current AIFRS or interpretation of the

AIFRS requirements changes from the continuing work of the

Authority’s management.

NOTE 2: REMUNERATION AND

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

2005 2004

$ $

(a) Director’s Remuneration

Income paid or payable to all

Directors of the Authority 32,000 32,000

The names of directors who have held offi ce during the

fi nancial year are:

Simon H FitzGerald (Chairman) Lia M Morris

Robert M Cassidy Stuart J Richey AM

Michael R Stevens Lesley E Blyth

Colin H Finch

(b) Retirement and

Superannuation Payments

Amounts paid directly to a

prescribed superannuation fund

for the provision of retirement

benefi ts for the above Directors 24,680 24,680

NOTE 3: AUDITORS’ REMUNERATION

The total of fees paid or due and payable to the Auditor

General for the fi nancial year, is as follows:

2005 2004

$ $

Fees for Audit 11,380 10,580

Fees for other services - -

11,380 10,580

NOTE 4: CASH

Reconciliation of Cash

Cash at the end of the fi nancial year as shown in the statement

of cash fl ows is reconciled to items in the statement of fi nancial

position as follows:

2005 2004

$ $

Cash on Hand 350 350

Deposits at Call 1,525,221 1,372,134

1,525,571 1,372,484



NOTE 5: RECEIVABLES

2005 2004

$ $

Trade Debtors 60,163 87,183

Less: Provision for

Doubtful Debts (5,000) (5,000)

55,163 82,183

Other Debtors 43,504 20,883

Accrued Income 3,071 -

101,738 103,066

NOTE 6: PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

2005 2004

$ $

Navigation Aids at valuation 375,523 375,523

Less Accumulated Depreciation (277,645) (250,120)

97,878 125,403

Marine Facilities at valuation 7,649,834 7,736,319


6,737,924 7,153,429

Plant and Equipment at cost 524,576 471,116


107,076 130,238

TOTAL 6,942,878 7,409,070

Movements in Carrying Amounts

Movement in the carrying amounts for each class of asset

between the beginning and the end of the current fi nancial year

Navigation Marine Plant &

Aids Facilities Equipment Total

$ $ $ $

Balance at

the beginning

of year 125,403 7,153,429 130,238 7,409,070

Additions - 13,814 53,460 67,274

Disposals - (87,556) - (87,556)

Revaluation

increments/

(decrements) - - - -

Depreciation

Expense (27,525) (341,763) (76,622) (445,910)

Carrying

amount at

end of year 97,878 6,737,924 107,076 6,942,878

Valuations

Marine Facilities

Valuations are based on the assessment of current market

values and were made in accordance with the policy of

revaluing facilities every three to fi ve years. An independent

valuation of facilities was carried out during December

2003 by Sinclair Knight Merz Pty Ltd Consultant Engineers

and brought to account in January 2004. Consistent with

AASB1041, accumulated depreciation for revalued assets

has been credited to the marine facilities asset account.

Navigation Aids

Navigation aids were valued at their fair value during 1998

by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority. Navigation

aids will be revalued during 2005-06.

NOTE 7: OTHER FINANCIAL ASSETS

2005 2004

$ $

Current:

Prepayments 19,471 31,066

19,471 31,066

NOTE 8: PAYABLES

2005 2004

$ $

Current:

Trade Creditors 319,791 141,496

Accrued expenses 35,955 69,357

355,746 210,853

NOTE 9: PROVISIONS

2005 2004

$ $

Current

Employee Entitlements 191,565 138,972

191,565 138,972

Non-Current

Employee Entitlements 38,805 38,989

Aggregate Employee Entitlements 230,370 177,961

No. No.

Number of Permanent

Employees at year-end 20 20





NOTE 10: CONTRIBUTED EQUITY

2005 2004

$ $

Equity on Formation 9,939,050 9,939,050

9,939,050 9,939,050

Contributed equity consists of marine facilities and navigation

aids vested in MAST (at valuation) from the former Department

of Transport and former Port Authorities.

NOTE 11: RESERVES

2005 2004

$ $

Asset revaluation 8,943 8,943

8,943 8,943

(a) Movements During the Year

2005 2004

$ $

Asset revaluation reserve

Opening Balance 8,943 29,167

Revaluation increment on

marine facilities - (20,224)

Closing Balance 8,943 8,943

The asset revaluation reserve records revaluations of non-

current assets

NOTE 12: ACCUMULATED LOSS

2005 2004

$ $

Balance at the beginning of

the fi nancial year (1,421,121) (1,259,390)

Net surplus/(defi cit) (523,330) (161,731)

Balance at the end of the

fi nancial year (1,944,451) (1,421,121)

NOTE 13: LEASING COMMITMENTS

(a) Non-cancellable operating leases contracted for but

not capitalised in the accounts

2005 2004

$ $

Payable

- Not longer than 1 year 132,219 138,203

- Later than one year but not

later than 5 years 18,573 62,225

- Longer than 5 years - -

150,792 200,428

The property lease is a non-cancellable lease with a four-year

term, with rent payable monthly in advance. Contingent rental

provisions within the lease agreement require lease payments

to be reviewed annually. An option exists to renew the lease at

the end of the four year term for an additional four years.

The Authority has a number of leases for offi ce equipment,

which are non-cancellable with either a three or four year term.

Rent is payable monthly in arrears. An option exists to renew

the leases at the end of the term or purchase the equipment at

fair market value.

NOTE 14: SEGMENT INFORMATION

The Authority predominantly operates in one industry

segment being the management of all functions relating to

the safe operation of recreational and commercial vessels and

the licensing of operators. The Authority also oversees a wide

range of marine facilities.

These operations are confi ned to the one geographical

segment, being the State of Tasmania.



NOTE 15: CASH FLOW INFORMATION

(a) Reconciliation of Cash Flows from Ordinary Activities

with Operating Surplus

2005 2004

$ $

Operating Surplus/(Defi cit)

from ordinary activities (523,330) (161,731)

Non Cash Flows in

Operating Surplus:

Depreciation 445,910 511,079

Contribution – Non

Current Assets (100,000)

Write Down – Fixed Assets 3,625

Net Loss on Disposal

Non-Current Assets 87,556 20,487

Changes in Assets and

Liabilities

(Increase)/Decrease in

Receivables 1,328 34,221

(Increase)/Decrease in

Prepayments (43,405) (6,248)

Increase/(Decrease) in

Creditors 180,180 (51,962)

Increase/(Decrease) in

Employee Provisions 72,123 1,139

Net Cash provided by

Operating Activities 220,362 250,611

(b) Reconciliation of Payment for Fixed Assets

2005 2004

$ $

Payment for Fixed Assets (67,274) (53,325)

Proceeds from sale of plant

and equipment - 1,272

Net Payment for Fixed Assets (67,274) (52,053)

NOTE 16: EVENTS SUBSEQUENT TO REPORTING DATE

There have been no signifi cant events subsequent to

balance date which would materially alter the fi nancial results

shown in these statements.

NOTE 17: RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

The Authority has dealings from time to time with directors

in business capacities. Transactions between the Authority

and its related parties are on normal commercial terms and

conditions no more favourable than those available to other

parties. All such transactions are trivial or domestic in nature.

NOTE 18: FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

(i) Interest Rate Risk

The Authority’s exposure to interest rate risk, and the

effective interest rates on fi nancial instruments as at 30 June

2005 are:

Weighted

Average Effective Floating Interest Rate Non Interest Bearing Total

Interest Rate

2005 2004 2005 2004 2005 2004 2005 2004

Assets % % $ $ $ $ $ $

Cash 5.5 5.30 1,525,571 1,372,484 - - 1,525,571 1,372,484

Receivables - - 106,738 108,066 106,738 108,066

Total Financial Assets 1,525,571 1,372,484 106,738 108,066 1,632,309 1,480,550

Liabilities

Accounts Payable - - 355,747 210,853 355,747 210,853

Total Financial Liabilities - - 355,747 210,853 355,747 210,853

Net Financial Assets

and Liabilities 1,525,571 1,372,484 (249,009) (102,787) 1,276,562 1,269,697





(ii) All fi nancial assets are unsecured

The carrying amounts of fi nancial assets included in the

balance sheet represent the Authority’s maximum exposure to

credit risk in relation to these assets. Where the Authority has a

right of set-off and intends to settle on a net basis, this set-off

has been refl ected in the fi nancial statements in accordance

with accounting standards.

(iii) Net Fair Values

The net fair values for fi nancial assets and liabilities

approximates their carrying value.

NOTE 19: CONTINGENT LIABILITIES AND

CONTINGENT ASSETS

There are no contingent liabilities or assets as at

30 June 2005.


The Directors of the Authority declare that:

The fi nancial statements of the Marine and Safety Authority have been prepared in accordance with the Marine and Safety Authority

Act 1997, relevant Australian Accounting Standards and Urgent Issues Group Consensus Views. In the opinion of the members of

the Authority responsible for its operations during the reporting period:

1. (a) the Statement of Financial Performance is drawn up so as to give a true and fair view of the profi t/(loss) for the Authority for

the year ended 30 June 2005;

(b) the Statement of Financial Position is drawn up so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Authority as at

30 June 2005; and

(c) the Statement of Cash Flows gives a true and fair view of the cash fl ows for the fi nancial year.

2. At the date of signing we are not aware of any circumstances which would render the particulars included in the Financial

Statements misleading or inaccurate.

(Director) (Director) (Chief Executive)

27th September 2005 27th September 2005 27th September 2005

Superannuation Certificate

I, Colin Howard Finch, Chief Executive, Marine and Safety Tasmania, hereby certify that Marine and Safety Tasmania has met its

obligations under the Commonwealth’s Superannuation Guarantee (Administration) Act 1992 in respect of those employees of the

Authority who are members of the following complying superannuation schemes to which the Authority contributes.

• Commonwealth Superannuation Mastertrust

• Westpac Personal Superannuation Fund

• Navigator Personal Retirement Plan

• AMP Retirement Savings Account

• The Weston Superannuation Fund

• The Finch Superannuation Fund

• HESTA Superannuation Fund

• AMP Flexible Lifetime Super

• Tasplan Superannuation Plan

• Australian Retirement Fund

• UNI Superannuation Fund

• Retirement Benefi ts Fund

• Peter Harris Super Fund

• Colonial First State

• The Spectrum Plan

• AMP Life Limited

• ANSI Super Fund

• AXA Australia

C H Finch

Chief Executive

Marine and Safety Tasmania

27th September 2005

Directors’ DeclarationFinancial Statements

To the Members of the Parliament of Tasmania

MARINE AND SAFETY AUTHORITY

Financial Report for the Year Ended 30 June 2005

Matters Relating to the Electronic Presentation of the Audited Financial Statements

This audit report relates to the financial statements published in both the annual report and on the website of the Marine and Safety Authority for the year ended 30 June 2005. The Marine and Safety Authority’s Directors are responsible for the integrity of both the annual report and the website.

The audit report refers only to the financial statements and notes named below. It does not provide an opinion on any other information which may have been hyperlinked to/from the audited financial statements.

If users of this report are concerned with the inherent risks arising from electronic data communications they are advised to refer to the hard copy of the audited financial statements in the Marine and Safety Authority’s annual report.

Scope

The financial report and the Directors’ responsibilities

The financial report comprises the statement of financial performance, statement of financial position, statement of cash flows, accompanying notes to the financial statements, and the Director’s declaration of the Marine and Safety Authority for the year ended 30 June 2005.

The Directors are responsible for the preparation and true and fair presentation of the financial report in accordance with Section 25 of the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997. This includes responsibility for the maintenance of adequate accounting records and internal controls that are designed to prevent and detect fraud and error, and for the accounting policies and accounting estimates inherent in the financial report.

Audit approach

I conducted an independent audit in order to express an opinion to the Members of the Parliament of Tasmania. My audit was conducted in accordance with Australian Auditing Standards in order to provide reasonable assurance as to whether the financial report is free of material misstatement. The nature of an audit is influenced by factors such as the use of professional judgment, selective testing, the inherent limitations of internal control, and the availability of persuasive rather than conclusive evidence. Therefore, an audit cannot guarantee that all material misstatements have been detected.

I performed procedures to assess whether in all material respects the financial report presents fairly, in accordance with the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997, the Treasurer’s Instructions, Accounting Standards and other mandatory financial reporting requirements in Australia, a view which is consistent with my understanding of the Marine and Safety Authority’s financial position, and of its performance as represented by the results of its operations and cash flows.

I formed my audit opinion on the basis of these procedures, which included:

• Examining, on a test basis, information to provide evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial report, and

• Assessing the appropriateness of the accounting policies and disclosures used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by the Directors.

While I considered the effectiveness of management’s internal controls over financial reporting when determining the nature and extent of my procedures, my audit was not designed to provide assurance on internal controls.

The Audit Opinion expressed in this report has been formed on the above basis.

Independence

In conducting my audit, I have met applicable independence requirements of Australian professional ethical pronouncements.

Audit Opinion

In my opinion the financial report of the Marine and Safety Authority:

a) Presents fairly the financial position of the Marine and Safety Authority as at 30 June 2005, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended; and

b) Is in accordance with the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997 and applicable Accounting Standards and other mandatory financial reporting requirements in Australia.

TASMANIAN AUDIT OFFICE

E R De SantiDIRECTOR QUALITY ASSURANCE, Delegate of the Auditor-General

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