Maritime executive director Mark Hutchings confirmed eight dedicated boating safety officers will be patrolling the Murray River with four support staff.
“Our message to jet ski riders is clear – have fun but always keep safety top-of-mind when heading out on the water,” Mr Hutchings said.
“This means always wearing a life jacket, keeping a distance of 200m from the shore and being respectful to other users of the waterway.”
- Mark Hutchings
The boating seasons first operation conducted between October 30 and November 1 on the Murray River resulted in 27 penalty notices and 95 official cautions handed out - that's almost double compared to 2019-20.
Water users are urged to contact the Police Assistance Line on 131 444 to report dangerous behaviour.
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