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HarryO
11-12-2005, 05:15 PM
Hi all,

Went into the transport dept the other day to inquire
about the jetski license endorsement, as prior to July 1 this
year all you needed was a RMDL, and from then to Dec 31, 05
an endorsement is required.

This was fairly easy, answered 30 multi-choice questions,
(got 100%) paid $34.85, and got the endorsement for life...

I don't own a jetski, but I might get one in the future,
but you can't hire (without restrictions),borrow or test
one with out the license, and watch them police this
over the crissy break...


As from Jan 1st 06, a full course is required, (more difficult
and expensive, they tell me), so if you're keen, get in
before the end of this month as times running out...

Don't forget theres a few public holidays coming up...

Harry..

S.S.
12-12-2005, 10:09 AM
With another jet ski accident on the weekend in the Seaway, perhaps the jet ski licence should be more difficult to get?

On that note it doesn't matter what the vessel, speed & inexperienced drivers don't mix. I've heard a few of the higher horsepower boats have come unstuck in the last couple of weeks as well.

Take it easy guys! ;)

HarryO
12-12-2005, 11:15 AM
You're absolutely spot on, S.S.,

I had the same thought when I posted this thread, but I went ahead anyway, so as to inform without bias... and not making the post long winded.

It should be appropriately difficult to obtain, and they tell me it
will be..

Still, nevertheless, I know the majority of boaters I come into
contact with are sensible & responsable people, the ratbag
element does exists, irrespective of the craft they control.

(and they know exactly who they are, too)

Have a happy & safe Chrismas..

Harry..

eggbeater
13-12-2005, 03:50 PM
Thanks Harry for the post. I went up there today and got my licence cos' ya never know when you might want to get a ski . It's a lot easier at the moment as I now have it for life.

Spaniard_King
13-12-2005, 04:42 PM
Good Idea.. I think I will get mine tomorra :)

Garry

caloundra
14-12-2005, 10:35 AM
I went and got mine this morning, 30 multiple choice questions
never driven a jet ski but you can never have to many licences.
thanks for the lend of the book westie
Daniel

PS just be careful queensland transport caloundra branch is closed between christmas and new year not sure about other branches