New licencing and training requirements for marine pilots
Safe Transport Victoria has recently undertaken a review of these licencing and training requirements, updating the Determination: Licensing and Training Requirements for Marine Pilots in Victorian Ports.
Safety Alert: MY2024 Sea-Doo Switch watercraft
A product safety recall has been issued for the MY 2024 Sea Doo Switch Watercraft due to the likelihood of capsizing if overloaded at the front of the vessel.
2025 CPV Industry Reforms: What’s changing and when?
The Victorian Government has announced changes to help build a safer, fairer future for taxis and rideshares.
Ride Smart, Ride Safe at Federation Square
On 12 April, Federation Square transformed into a hub for safer travel, as Safe Transport Victoria launched the second phase of its Ride Smart, Ride Safe program.
Keep kids safe on the water these school holidays
Boaters taking their families out to enjoy Victoria’s bays, rivers and lakes are urged to follow safety rules to stay safe on the water these school holidays.
Racegoers excited to “Start Your Meters” at Grand Prix
Safe Transport Victoria welcomed Grand Prix visitors to the Start Your Meters marquee, along with engaging them at taxi and rideshare ranks outside the track.
New program and QR code to improve passenger experience
The new Ride Smart, Ride Safe program provides passengers with information about their rights and the rules and regulations CPV drivers must follow.
Bringing the Cool Your Jets message straight to the water
Hundreds of jet skiers and beachgoers learned more about jet ski safety at exciting waterside engagement events held as part of Safe Transport Victoria’s Cool Your Jets: Stay in Control jet ski education program.
Game, set, meters on at Australian Open
ST Vic safety inspectors conducting thorough checks on over 2,300 vehicles and drivers at Rod Laver Arena during the Australian Open.
Jet ski safety program returns this summer
Jet skiers who speed in 5-knot zones or get too close to swimmers are the focus of this summer’s Cool Your Jets: Stay in Control safety education program.