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The right whale speed rule: where it actually s...
The plan to put 35-65 ft boats under a 10-knot limit was withdrawn in 2025. NOAA is now weighing easing the existing rule. What applies this winter.
The right whale speed rule: where it actually s...
The plan to put 35-65 ft boats under a 10-knot limit was withdrawn in 2025. NOAA is now weighing easing the existing rule. What applies this winter.
NZ's new lifejacket law, in plain terms
From 9 October 2026 everyone aboard a recreational boat 6 m or under must wear a lifejacket while underway. What counts, who's exempt, who's liable.
NZ's new lifejacket law, in plain terms
From 9 October 2026 everyone aboard a recreational boat 6 m or under must wear a lifejacket while underway. What counts, who's exempt, who's liable.
NSW pre-season check: licence, rego, fees
NSW made no new boat or PWC licence rules for 2026–27. Fees rose on 1 July. What it costs now and what to check before summer.
NSW pre-season check: licence, rego, fees
NSW made no new boat or PWC licence rules for 2026–27. Fees rose on 1 July. What it costs now and what to check before summer.
Boat loan interest deduction: the bills, and wh...
Two House bills would let buyers of new US-built boats deduct loan interest, like the new car-loan break. Both are introduced, not law. The details.
Boat loan interest deduction: the bills, and wh...
Two House bills would let buyers of new US-built boats deduct loan interest, like the new car-loan break. Both are introduced, not law. The details.
Boating rules changing in 2027, state by state
Rules changing in 2027: a new striped bass measuring standard, Missouri's boater card, Minnesota's next permit group, and Massachusetts' 2028 deadline.
Boating rules changing in 2027, state by state
Rules changing in 2027: a new striped bass measuring standard, Missouri's boater card, Minnesota's next permit group, and Massachusetts' 2028 deadline.
Minnesota's boat operator permit: the July 2027...
From July 1, 2027, Minnesota motorboat operators born on or after July 1, 1996 need a watercraft operator's permit. Who's covered, who's exempt, how to get it.
Minnesota's boat operator permit: the July 2027...
From July 1, 2027, Minnesota motorboat operators born on or after July 1, 1996 need a watercraft operator's permit. Who's covered, who's exempt, how to get it.
