Lakes Regulation 2019

The operator of a sailing boat under 7m in length, or a boat being rowed, commits an offence if the boat does not—

if practicable—show—

a combined lantern; or

separate sidelights and a sternlight; and

if it is not practicable to show the lights mentioned in paragraph (a)—

have on board an electric torch, or lighted lantern, that shows a white light and is ready for immediate use; and

show the illuminated torch or lantern in a sufficient time to prevent a collision.

Maximum penalty: 20 penalty units.

The operator of a sailing boat commits an offence if the boat—

is 7m or more, but less than 20m, in length; and

does not show—

a combined lantern; or

separate sidelights and a sternlight.

Maximum penalty: 20 penalty units.

The operator of a sailing boat commits an offence if the boat—

is 20m or more in length; and

does not show separate sidelights and a sternlight.

Maximum penalty: 20 penalty units.

The operator of a sailing boat commits an offence if—

the boat—

does not have sidelights and a sternlight; or

has a combined lantern; and

the boat displays—

a red all round light at or near the top of the mast; and

a green all round light in a vertical line below the red light.

Maximum penalty: 20 penalty units.

An offence against subsection (2), (3) or (4) is a strict liability offence.

In this section:

boat does not include a rowing boat, dragon boat, kayak or canoe.