mrsswordfisherman

All prayers to these families at this time. I am sure many of our raiders know this family http://au.news.yahoo.com/nsw/a/20445053/fears-for-5yo-boy-missing-off-dolls-point-in-south-sydney-police-search-continues/

Oooooooo where is that shot taken Jani?

Fishermen rescued in North Coast search operation Two fishermen have been rescued from the ocean off Iluka after a major overnight search by emergency services along a large stretch of the NSW North Coast. Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Stacey Tannos again urged all boaters on NSW waters to Log On with their nearest MRNSW unit and wear lifejackets whenever they were on the water. He said the unique Log On service was provided by all MRNSW units along the coast to help keep track of vessels on the water and guide search crews in the event of an emergency. Marine Rescue Ballina, Evans Head, Iluka-Yamba and Wooli, the NSW Police Force Marine Area Command, Ballina Jet rescue service, Ballina Surf Lifesaving and Westpac Lifesaver Helicopter joined the search and rescue operation that stretched from Ballina south to Iluka. The search was mounted after MR Ballina received a MAYDAY call at 3.50pm yesterday (Friday) from a vessel reporting it was taking water close to rocks near the South Ballina wall. The search was suspended for the night at 11.30pm before resuming this morning. About 6.30am, the Westpac chopper located the overturned boat 8.5 nautical miles east of Iluka Bluff and soon after spotted the two men, who had clung to a large esky overnight. They were winched to safety and transported to Lismore Base hospital. MRNSW Northern Rivers Regional Controller Steve Reading said the missing vessel was not Logged On with MRNSW so crews had no information about its departure time or where it was headed to guide the search operation. “If boaters Log On and tell us where they’re heading, that gives us a starting point to begin looking in an emergency like this,” he said. Commissioner Tannos said Logging On and Off was a quick and simple process. “All it takes is a call on your marine radio to the local MRNSW base to tell them where you’re going and when you’ll be back. This means someone responsible knows you’re out there and if you don’t call back in to Log Off, our volunteers can swiftly start searching for you,” he said. “It gives you peace of mind but more importantly, it gives us a starting point for a search operation, increasing the chance that you will be found quickly. Every minute is crucial in an emergency at sea. “Calls can be made by mobile phone but your marine radio will have better transmission and reception when you’re off the coast.” Commissioner Tannos also urged all skippers to ensure everyone on board was wearing a lifejacket at all times. “Nine out of 10 people who drowned while boating in NSW over the past decade were not wearing a lifejacket,” he said. “Please don’t gamble with your safety. Our crews will be on the way as quickly as possible but wearing a lifejacket is the simplest thing you can do to help save your life in an emergency.

Ummm you are on your honeymoon! What a lovely place for you to start your new life. Congrats in advance. mrsswordfisherman

MRNSW volunteers save dad and son swept out to sea A young boy and his father swept out to sea on a body board off Bherwerre Beach on the Illawarra coast this afternoon have been safely rescued by volunteers from Marine Rescue Sussex Inlet. Family members on shore raised the alarm when the pair was caught in a rip and carried out beyond the break zone shortly before 2.30pm. Police contacted the nearby Marine Rescue Sussex Inlet unit, which immediately launched its new Phoenix rescue vessel, Sussex Inlet 30, to retrieve the father and son. Launching the vessel within six minutes of receiving the call for help, Skipper Tom Dunlop and crew members James Stretton and Keith Jackson were on the scene in less than 20 minutes, after carefully negotiating a low tide in the Sussex Inlet. Mr Stretton said the young boy, aged about 10, had been scared but otherwise both surfers had been in good condition when rescued from the open waters just north of the Sussex bar. He said the crew had brought the pair back across the bar and dropped them on the beach, where they were met by their relieved family and Jervis Bay Commonwealth Police officers. MR Sussex Inlet Unit Commander John Lang praised his members’ quick response to the emergency and skill in navigating the low tide in the inlet to reach the pair swiftly and return them to safety.

Paikea there are several threads in this forum area (The Dark Room) that discuss various software they have used You could pm those guys/girls and ask them if they have any more info for you - Snag and Plumb have good info therE I would like some info too. Stewy is about to use his Go Pro equipment for some fishing and I am sure I will need to do the editing. Cmon folks give us some help

You are in good company here Paikea. Lots of us have crook tickers and many other health issues on here. Live everyday to its fullest and enjoy Christmas with the family

not bad for an iphone - thanks for sharing

Ah yes Bondi I grew up around there and know some of those characters or their parents Can definitely visit there!

We could have been for sure Roberta! Jani drove us the 2 hr trip fortunately

Jani make sure you drive from Kuopio to Helsinki or Finnair will want another 960 euros mate

Good on you Pete and thanks for the nice comments - much appreciated

Ohhhh Jani wish we were back there - such a beautiful place

Um I am not a moderator I actually own the site. I am sorry if you think I am belittling you. I am willing to have a debate on this offline if you wish. Send me a pm. Fishraider supports the safe use of boats and lifejackets to save lives. As mi11x said earlier it will just be like putting on a seatbelt when you get into a car.

A benefit of my position? I am entitled to voice my opinion as well and I did mean to be critical of your statement. In 2010 there was a whitepaper on Lifejacket Reforms released for people to submit comments. We created the same questions as a poll here on fishraider and sent the results to the government offices. Have a look at it http://www.fishraider.com.au/Invision/index.php?showtopic=49822 This is how the government consulted with industry bodies and groups that use boats and make the legislation and laws. If you wish to not wear a lifejacket enjoy the fines I suppose.

Hmmmmm unfortunately not everyone is as highly intelligent, responsible and/or swims like Johnny Weissmuller as you it seems. It is a positive step towards attempting to save some people from drowning and fishraider supports it Your opinion is respected of course.........

Here is a media release sent to us - I have added the vids to our FISHTUBE collection MEDIA RELEASE Duncan Gay Wednesday 27 November 2013 THAT’S NOT ON: SHANE JACOBSON GETS BEHIND NSW LIFEJACKET CAMPAIGN Minister for Roads and Ports Duncan Gay today launched the state’s biggest lifejacket awareness campaign to promote safe and responsible boating behaviour. Minister Gay was joined by Aussie actor and comedian Shane Jacobson who is spear-heading a series of light-hearted films, that will run as part of a statewide lifejacket campaign running through to Easter. "One of the hardest facts to contend with is that nine out of 10 people who drowned while boating in NSW in the last decade were not wearing a lifejacket," Minister Gay said. "We’re pleased to have Shane on-board as an avid water sport enthusiast to deliver our message that if your lifejacket is not on, then it can’t save you. "The online video series called ‘That’s Not On’ features Shane getting involved in a number of on-water scenes including kayaking and fishing. "The videos will complement the traditional newspaper, tv and radio campaign aimed at reminding people to ‘Wear A Lifejacket’ – it never ruined a day on the water’. "Our boating safety officers are taking a zero tolerance approach this season and issuing on the spot fines to people who don’t wear their lifejacket," Minister Gay said. Mr Jacobson said he hopes that the campaign will help change community attitudes. "These days, wearing a lifejacket doesn’t mean you have to look like a seventies throwback in a puffer vest. "There’s a whole new range of lifejackets out there that are designed to suit every taste, budget and water activity, so there’s absolutely no excuse not to wear one, especially in small vessels. "We want to see people get into the habit of putting on a lifejacket in the same way they remember to apply sunscreen - it is simple and could save their life," Mr Jacobson said. Shane’s series ‘That’s Not On’ is at www.lifejacketwearit.com.au/thatsnoton or WATCH HERE ON fishraider on fishtube

Marine Rescue Trial Bay saves missing diver A diver missing at Fish Rock, south of South West Rocks on the NSW Mid North Coast, was located and rescued by volunteers from Marine Rescue Trial Bay yesterday afternoon. The diver, part of a group diving at the popular dive site off Smokey Cape Lighthouse, was unaccounted for when the other divers returned to their vessel. NSW Police Force Marine Area Command activated the Trial Bay unit to search for the man. Rescue vessel Trial Bay 30, skippered by Jon Cragg with a crew of three, began a search of the area. Mr Cragg, a local dive shop and dive boat operator himself, used his local knowledge to start his search south of the diver’s last known position. Trial Bay 30 located the man about one nautical mile south of Black Rock and some distance from the dive site about 2.30pm. The diver, a man in his 50s, did not appear to be injured but underwent initial first aid assessment by the Marine Rescue crew before being transferred to a waiting ambulance on shore for further checks. Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Stacey Tannos said: “This was a great result from our volunteers at Trial Bay. The value of both training and local knowledge cannot be under-estimated in emergency searches on the water. “Coincidentally, this weekend volunteers from our Northern Rivers units were on a major Search and Rescue Exercise off Iluka-Yamba, training in the techniques applied in searches for those missing in the water.”

Release of untreated sewage into the Georges River has prompted NSW Health to advise people and their pets to avoid all contact with the river from Macquarie Fields to Botany Bay for the next 48 hours to include swimming, sailing, canoeing and fishing. The water in the river is likely to pose a serious risk of gut and skin infections. Sydney Water said anyone who does come into contact with the water should wash themselves carefully, and seek medical advice about any open wounds that may have been exposed. In a statement the company said that as a result of heavy rainfall and flooding in the Campbelltown area since yesterday, a flow of untreated wastewater was occurring from the Glenfield Wastewater Treatment Plant into the Georges River. It said the intensive downpour flooded the inlet pumping station at the plant last night which resulted in the pumps being unable to operate causing release of untreated wastewater into the river. Crews have worked throughout the night and are currently attempting to pump the wastewater into the plant for treatment using generators and portable pumps. It added: "Sydney Water is also undertaking water quality testing, Sydney Water advised NSW Health, NSW EPA Campbelltown and Liverpool Councils of the incident last night and will continue to work with the relevant agencies to resolve the situation today." Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/environment/weather/severe-thunderstorm-warning-cancelled-20131123-2y2bu.html#ixzz2lSL4A0Ql

Release of untreated sewage into the Georges River has prompted NSW Health to advise people and their pets to avoid all contact with the river from Macquarie Fields to Botany Bay for the next 48 hours to include swimming, sailing, canoeing and fishing. The water in the river is likely to pose a serious risk of gut and skin infections, Sydney Water said anyone who does come into contact with the water should wash themselves carefully, and seek medical advice about any open wounds that may have been exposed. In a statement the company said that as a result of heavy rainfall and flooding in the Campbelltown area since yesterday, a flow of untreated wastewater was occurring from the Glenfield Wastewater Treatment Plant into the Georges River. It said the intensive downpour flooded the inlet pumping station at the plant last night which resulted in the pumps being unable to operate causing release of untreated wastewater into the river. Crews have worked throughout the night and are currently attempting to pump the wastewater into the plant for treatment using generators and portable pumps. It added: "Sydney Water is also undertaking water quality testing, Sydney Water advised NSW Health, NSW EPA Campbelltown and Liverpool Councils of the incident last night and will continue to work with the relevant agencies to resolve the situation today." Read more: http://www.smh.com.au/environment/weather/severe-thunderstorm-warning-cancelled-20131123-2y2bu.html#ixzz2lSL4A0Ql 2y2bu.html#ixzz2lSJc7SDu

http://www.smh.com.au/environment/weather/severe-thunderstorm-warning-cancelled-20131123-2y2bu.html Release of untreated sewage into the Georges River has prompted NSW Health to advise people and their pets to avoid all contact with the river from Macquarie Fields to Botany Bay for the next 48 hours to include swimming, sailing, canoeing and fishing. The water in the river is likely to pose a serious risk of gut and skin infections. Sydney Water said anyone who does come into contact with the water should wash themselves carefully, and seek medical advice about any open wounds that may have been exposed. In a statement the company said that as a result of heavy rainfall and flooding in the Campbelltown area since yesterday, a flow of untreated wastewater was occurring from the Glenfield Wastewater Treatment Plant into the Georges River. It said the intensive downpour flooded the inlet pumping station at the plant last night which resulted in the pumps being unable to operate causing release of untreated wastewater into the river. Crews have worked throughout the night and are currently attempting to pump the wastewater into the plant for treatment using generators and portable pumps. It added: "Sydney Water is also undertaking water quality testing, Sydney Water advised NSW Health, NSW EPA Campbelltown and Liverpool Councils of the incident last night and will continue to work with the relevant agencies to resolve the situation today."

Great stuff Damo. I have added that into your details in Word from our Sponsors http://www.fishraider.com.au/Invision/index.php?showtopic=46337&st=0&p=341675

True. That media release was sent to me 22nd Nov 2013 and just says this Sunday (24th) I cant understand why it wasn't sent out earlier.

Media Release 22 November 2013 BONNIE VALE BEACH TO HOST INAUGURAL ‘BOATING SAFETY DAY’ Transport for NSW will hold the inaugural ‘Boating Safety Day’ this Sunday at Bonnie Vale Beach, Royal National Park, with the first 100 skippers to win a boating prize pack. From 11am to 3pm, recreational boaters are invited to come along and talk to marine safety experts, view safety exhibits and get the chance to win some great prizes said General Manager of the Maritime Management Centre Howard Glenn. "With the holiday season not far away, we’re heading into peak boating season, so it’s a great time to promote the importance of safe boating on our waterways. "We’re hoping that this event will pave the way for more safety days like this to be held in other key boating areas in the future," Mr Glenn said. "To encourage as many people to come down and take a look, the first 100 skippers to arrive by boat, and that includes by paddle, sail or power, will receive a free gift pack that includes a range of safety information and an inflatable lifejacket. "We’ll be having a free sausage sizzle between 12 and 1.30pm and there will also be a number of prizes to be won, including new generation inflatable lifejackets and waterproof handheld marine band radios," Mr Glenn said. Mr Glenn said that while there will be strong focus on safe boating, the day is all about having fun. "For anyone who comes along there will be a number of things to do including free sailing and paddling activities. "There will also be a dedicated lifejacket information stall set up to show people the new generation styles available. "There is a common misconception out there that lifejackets are big and bulky which is definitely not the case," Mr Glenn said. | "Sunday’s display will show everyone that lifejackets have been modernised so they don’t interfere with any on-water activity. They’re slim fitting, stylish and very affordable for people to buy. "People can try on inflatable lifejackets and see demonstrations of how they are inflated," Mr Glenn said. Transport for NSW arranged the day with the support of some key marine safety stakeholders Mr Glenn said. "This day would not be possible without the collaboration of Roads and Maritime Services, Marine Area Command, Boating Industry Association of NSW, Marine Teachers Association of NSW, Surf Life Saving NSW, Marine Rescue NSW, Office of Environment and Heritage NSW, Bundeena Kayaks, Glide Industries and PFD1 Australia," Mr Glenn said. Vehicle access to Bonnie Vale beach is limited so the public are encouraged to come by water on private craft or via the Bundeena Ferry. More information can be found at boatforlife.com.au/boatingsafetyday

ooooooooooooooo interesting - computers and IT depts.are such funny things