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See this link to NSW government document %newwin%[[http://legislation.nsw.gov.au/inforcepdf/2005-607.pdf?id=fbd717b8-f86f-eb57-ff0d-c8f176a08bbb|Road Transport (Mass, Loading and Access) Regulation 2005]] (advised by Thomson Reuters Insight Team on May 8, 2014 as still being current law)

The relevant part would appear to be on page 30 (clause 53) where it
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'''Clause 53 Projection of loading or equipment of vehicles'''\\
''Subclause(1) A person must not drive on a road or road related area:''

''(a) any motor vehicle (not being a motor bike or a mobile crane that is 9.5 m or less in length) if the loading or equipment on the vehicle or any trailer drawn by the vehicle:''
->''(i) projects more than 1.2 m in front of the headlights of the motor vehicle if the motor vehicle is not a mobile crane, or''\\
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See this link to NSW government document %newwin%[[http://legislation.nsw.gov.au/inforcepdf/2005-607.pdf?id=fbd717b8-f86f-eb57-ff0d-c8f176a08bbb|Road Transport (Mass, Loading and Access) Regulation 2005]] and to the later %newwin%[[http://www5.austlii.edu.au/au/legis/nsw/num_reg/rta2013rtalaar20152015449l7a2015879.pdf|Road Transport (General) Amendment (Mass, Loading and Access) Regulation 2015]] both of which have near identical wording

The relevant part would appear to be on page 7 where it
says:\\
'''50L Projection of loading or equipment of vehicles'''\\
''Subclause(1) A person must not drive on a road::''

''(a) a motor vehicle (not being a motor bike or a mobile crane that is 9.5 metres or less in length) if the loading or equipment on the vehicle or any trailer drawn by the vehicle:''
->''(i) projects more than 1.2 metres in front of the headlights of the motor vehicle if the motor vehicle is not a mobile crane, or''\\
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->''(iii) in the case of a vehicle not exceeding 9.5 m in length or a trailer, projects more than 1.2 m to the rear of the motor vehicle or trailer, %red%except as provided by subclause (2), or''
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->''(iii) in the case of a vehicle not exceeding 9.5 metres in length or a trailer, projects more than 1.2 metres to the rear of the motor vehicle or trailer, %red%except as provided by subclause (2), or''
September 20, 2015, at 12:03 PM by IanW - Adjust 'paddler in water' instruction
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The most important aspect of safety is looking out for each other. If for any reason you suspect a paddler is in trouble, stop. If someone is in the water the first person to arrive must stay with them until they have given the all-clear. (Times will be adjusted)
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The most important aspect of safety is looking out for each other. If for any reason you suspect a paddler is in trouble, stop. If someone is in the water the first person to arrive must stay with them until they have re-entered. (Times will be adjusted)
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If the rear projection is greater than 1.2 metres, the rear of the load or equipment must have attached a brightly coloured flag or piece of material not less than 300 mm square. In addition to the flag, when travelling at night or in adverse weather conditions that restrict visibility, '''a red light or at least two red reflectors''' must be attached:
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If the rear projection is greater than 1.2 metres, the rear of the load or equipment must have attached a brightly coloured flag or piece of material not less than 300 mm square. In addition to the flag, when travelling at night or in adverse weather conditions that restrict visibility, %red% '''a red light or at least two red reflectors''' must be attached:
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If the rear projection is greater than 1.2 metres, the rear of the load or equipment must have attached a brightly coloured flag or piece of material not less than 300 mm square. In addition to the flag, when travelling at night or in adverse weather conditions that restrict visibility, a red light or at least two red reflectors must be attached:
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If the rear projection is greater than 1.2 metres, the rear of the load or equipment must have attached a brightly coloured flag or piece of material not less than 300 mm square. In addition to the flag, when travelling at night or in adverse weather conditions that restrict visibility, '''a red light or at least two red reflectors''' must be attached:
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Paddling up-stream from the start there are four left turns. Just after the first and second there are rocks on the left. They are visible at low tide, submerged at high tide. While these rocks are unlikely to harm paddlers they have damaged many boats over the years. Take care.
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Paddling up-stream from the start there are four left turns. Just after the first and second there are rocks on the left. They are visible at low tide, submerged at high tide. While these rocks are unlikely to harm paddlers they have damaged many boats over the years. Take care.
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At the narrowing immediately south of Blackman Park it may be tempting to cut between the green Maritime pole and the point. Fine at high tide, impossible at low, risky in between!
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At the narrowing immediately south of Blackman Park it may be tempting to cut between the green Maritime pole and the point. Fine at high tide, impossible at low, risky in between!
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Paddling up-stream from the start there are four left turns. Just after the first and second there are rocks on the left. They are visible at low tide, submerged at high tide. While these rocks are unlikely to harm paddlers they have damaged many boats over the years. Take care.
%lfloat width=300px margin-left=10px margin-right=15px margin-top=3px% Attach:Rocks1.jpg | "C" on map below
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The sandbars at the bottom of the course are only visible at very low tides. They are not likely to cause injuries but may scratch your boat and slow you down. Learn where they are, it may be helpful if you find yourself in the water.
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%lfloat width=300px margin-left=10px margin-right=15px margin-top=3px% Attach:Rocks4.jpg | "A" on map below
The time trial turns at Fullers Bridge but if you go exploring a little further up-stream look out for the rocks on the right between the bridge and the weir.
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Paddling up-stream from the start there are four left turns. Just after the first and second there are rocks on the left. They are visible at low tide, submerged at high tide. While these rocks are unlikely to harm paddlers they have damaged many boats over the years. Take care.
%lfloat width=300px margin-left=10px margin-right=15px margin-top=3px% Attach:Rocks2.jpg | "B" on map below
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%lfloat width=300px margin-left=10px margin-right=15px margin-top=3px% Attach:Rocks1.jpg | "C" on map below
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At the narrowing immediately south of Blackman Park it may be tempting to cut between the green Maritime pole and the point. Fine at high tide, impossible at low, risky in between!
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At the narrowing immediately south of Blackman Park it may be tempting to cut between the green Maritime pole and the point. Fine at high tide, impossible at low, risky in between!
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%rfloat width=300px margin-left=10px margin-right=15px margin-top=3px% Attach:RocksD.jpg | "D" on map below
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%lfloat width=300px margin-left=10px margin-right=15px margin-top=3px% Attach:Rocks4.jpg | "A" on map below
The time trial turns at Fullers Bridge but if you go exploring a little further up-stream look out for the rocks on the right between the bridge and the weir.
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%lfloat width=300px margin-left=10px margin-right=15px margin-top=3px% Attach:Sandbar.jpg | "E" on map below
The sandbars at the bottom of the course are only visible at very low tides. They are not likely to cause injuries but may scratch your boat and slow you down. Learn where they are, it may be helpful if you find yourself in the water.
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March 12, 2014, at 11:58 AM by NigelColless -
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NSW Maritime and LCRK require that all boats have proper lighting between sunset and sunrise. Lights are required for all Wednesday night time trials outside of daylight savings, and any other times you are going to finish after sunset. Look out for emails from the committee on this.
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LCRK require that all boats have proper lighting between sunset and sunrise. Lights are required for all Wednesday night time trials outside of daylight savings, and any other times you are going to finish after sunset. Look out for emails from the committee on this.
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Lights must be:
* White
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LCRK requirements are:
* White lights only
* Constant not flashing
March 12, 2014, at 11:55 AM by NigelColless -
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March 12, 2014, at 11:23 AM by NigelColless -
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March 12, 2014, at 11:20 AM by NigelColless -
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NSW Maritime and LCRK require that all paddlers wear an approved PFD when paddling between sunset and sunrise. PFDs are required for all Wednesday night time trials outside of daylight savings time, and any other times you are going to finish after sunset. Look out for emails from the committee on this. For more information visit: [[http://www.lifejacketwearit.com.au]]
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[[http://www.legislation.nsw.gov.au/viewtop/inforce/subordleg+109+2009+cd+0+N/?dq=Regulations%20under%20Marine%20Safety%20Act%201998%20No%20121|NSW Legislation]]
LCRK require that all paddlers wear an approved PFD when paddling between sunset and sunrise. PFDs are required for all Wednesday night time trials outside of daylight savings time, and any other times you are going to finish after sunset. Look out for emails from the committee on this. For more information visit: [[http://www.lifejacketwearit.com.au]]
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These requirements also apply to any load or equipment that projects less than 1.2 metres if it projects in such a way that it is not readily visible to a person following immediately behind the vehicle.
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These requirements also apply to any load or equipment that projects less than 1.2 metres if it projects in such a way that it is not readily visible to a person following immediately behind the vehicle.