by Katherine Hawes | 25 Mar 2019 | Blog, News
Over the last 10 years there has been increased interest in the use of marine organisms in medical research. However which country has the right to exploit these resources. The main issues concern where the organisms are found, and the extent to which a natural...
by Katherine Hawes | 21 Nov 2018 | Blog, Legal Resources, News
Cruise ships have new regulations from 2020. By adoption of the amended SOLAS Ch.II-1, new rules are coming into effect for passenger ships contracted on or after 1 January 2020 or, in the absence of a building contract, vessels with a keel-laying date on or after 1...
by Katherine Hawes | 31 Mar 2016 | Blog
These days an increasing amount of people are purchasing other types of water craft such as jet skis, paddle boards and canoes. However, just like a boat, you need to make sure you are complying with all the legal requirements for owning this type of vessel. Read more...
by Katherine Hawes | 20 Jan 2016 | Blog
Katherine Hawes Article in Australian Boat Mag January 2016. If you want to moor your vessel on navigable waters in NSW, then you must have an annual private mooring licence. Read more here. Aust Boat Mag Jan 2016.pdf_extract
by Katherine Hawes | 3 Nov 2015 | Blog
Article: Thinking of Taking Your Boat Out for the Day? What you need to know. There are a number of key issues you should consider before deciding whether a boat party is a good idea. Click here to download the article from Australian Boat Magazine Oct...