Launch of the Aboriginal Maritime Safety Plan

The Aboriginal Maritime Safety Plan 2020-22 was developed in close partnership with the community, for the community, the plan sets out key actions to prevent boating fatalities and serious injuries involving Aboriginal people.

We recognise the Aboriginal cultural values related to NSW waterways, the survival of freshwater and saltwater culture and the importance of waterways to the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people.

The Aboriginal Maritime Safety Plan supports the vision of our Reconciliation Action Plan 2019-2021, especially in how it seeks to build and strengthen relationships and celebrate Aboriginal maritime culture.

The full extent of Aboriginal representation in boating trauma is unknown, and this plan commits us to identifying the gaps and painting a clearer picture. We’ll use this improved data to partner with local communities and key stakeholders to improve understanding of the issues, turn ideas into action and deliver sustained improvements in waterway safety for our Aboriginal customers.