General Boat Driving Licence
Steven London
Images courtesy SeaSchool.com.au
DBSC is once again offering to subsidise members who wish to get their NSW General Boat Driving Licence. A boat licence is important for club volunteer duty as it allows you to legally drive the RIBs, plus it’s worthwhile for anyone who just loves boating. You can apply from age 12 onward.
The provider we propose to use is the same as last year, seaschool.com.au. We will have a group booking at Bayview on Pittwater. Unlike some providers, their course includes the on-water experience component and the written exam. The proposed group booking dates are Sat 13 and/or 14 April (i.e. on the National Masters weekend), with a 07:30 sharp start time. Alternative dates (individual or group) can also be accommodated -- just discuss with the course provider (and please CC me so I can keep track of the numbers).
After successfully completing the course, there is a fee payable at RMS (Service NSW) for the licence itself (see https://www.nsw.gov.au/driving-boating-and-transport/maritime-licences/boat-and-pwc-licences/licence-and-test-fees). I recommend getting the 10-year licence.
In addition to negotiating a discounted course cost for DBSC members, the club will reimburse you $200 with the provision of evidence after you obtain your licence from Service NSW.
Please contact davidmurphy@dbsc.com.au to register your interest.