Boating retailer calls for refresh of lifejacket safety rules

Emily Lowe
Updated January 31 2022 - 12:51pm, first published January 28 2022 - 6:00pm
LIFESAVER: Managing director of John Crawford Marine Matthew Hodson said all passengers of boats should be trained in accessing lifejackets.
LIFESAVER: Managing director of John Crawford Marine Matthew Hodson said all passengers of boats should be trained in accessing lifejackets.

According to Maritime Safety Queensland, one in five Queensland boats lacks proper lifejackets, a major boating retailer has called for better awareness about water safety.

Emily Lowe

Emily Lowe

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Redland City Bulletin journalist covering community, politics, crime and human interest stories. Griffith University Alumni.