South Australians are being urged to put safety first when they’re out on the sea, the river or a lake as part of National Safe Boating Week from 26 September – 2 October.

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport has more than doubled its marine vessel safety inspections, thanks to a digital safety check app.

Service SA has resumed boat theory testing, with strong COVID-19 safety provisions in place, after consultation with health officials.

This month, the fishing closure on King George Whiting has been lifted.