The Tasman Harbourmaster has been actively attending summer events, gathering valuable insights through the Safer Boating survey which received 219 responses.
The survey results play a crucial role in designing and enhancing safety measures for recreational boating. Maritime NZ and Safer Boating NZ will also use the information to refine policies, improve education efforts, and promote safer boating practices across the region.
People who participated in the survey had the chance to enter a prize draw thanks to generous support from Richmond Aquatic Centre, DNA Boats, Survitec, Nelson Marine Centre, and Mārahau Marine.
The draw took place at the Richmond Aquatic Centre on Friday, 21 February. Tasman Harbourmaster Peter Renshaw hosted the event, with Maritime NZ Nelson’s Amanda Kerr drawing the winners – with assistance from Kori the Penguin.
The winners are:
- Marine VHF Radio from DNA Boats – Nicole Rhodes.
- Children’s life jacket from Survitec – Toby O’Donnell, and Peter Hartley.
- Inflatable life jacket from Survitec – Chloe Avery, and Kevin Booth.
- $50 vessel service from Nelson Marine Centre – Sarah Whittle, Robert Hewison, Carleen Hodgkinson, and Des Clark.
- Yamaha grab bag from Mārahau Marine Centre – Robert Whittle.
- Six free swimming lessons and two family passes to the Richmond Aquatic Centre – Jane Thomas.
- Richmond Aquatic Centre family pass – Barry Roach, and Cameron Welsh.
Our team will be in touch with our winners directly about receiving their prizes.
Check out the video of the draw: