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Pleasure boaters will have to renew licence every 5 years as feds look to deal with derelict vessels

January 22, 2026

The federal government has introduced rules that mean pleasure boaters will have to renew their pleasure craft licences (PCLs) every five years. It is part of an effort to help authorities crack down on owners of derelict vessels, and sees the introduction of a $24 fee.

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