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Sailing in Australia
Practical answers to common sailing in australia questions for Australian sailors.
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Browse every topic →How can I quickly interpret Bureau of Meteorology forecasts and warnings relevant to a sailing afternoon?
Open the BOM marine forecast and warnings for your specific boating area, check recent observations and gusts, scan radar/lightning for developing cells, and match forecast timing to your planned afternoon so you can reef early or delay if a shift, gusty change or thunderstorm is likely.
Read the answer →What Australian regulations, quarantine or local rules affect taking pets between states and into marinas or national parks?
Taking pets between Australian states and into marinas or national parks is governed by state and territory biosecurity/quarantine rules, local council and marina policies, and the management rules of parks. Requirements vary by jurisdiction and by the species of animal, so check the relevant state/territory biosecurity office, the park management agency and the marina operator before you travel.
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