MEMBERSHIP
BIAV has well established membership benefits with our current members and marine industry supporters. As BIA continues to grow, so do our relationships. The great part of this is that we can deliver new and useful savings to our Boat Club Members. The benefits of membership grow each time BIAV gain new relationships with members and marine industry supporters. Benefits are not restricted to marine only as they can incorporate everyday advantages such as discounted goods, services, training etc. |
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Your new personalised Boat Club card can be used at promoted member outlets to gain a competitive advantage, discount or offer. The BIA also have Finance, Insurance and Superannuation available to all Boat Club members.
BIAV will provide you with all the information you need for boating and fishing. This can be easily found at:
- www.biavic.com.au
- In your e news emails
- On Twitter at BIAVICTORIA3205
Your one stop shop for all boat sales is Boatsonsale.com.au
Boat Club members will be recognised as responsible recreational boat operators and given assistance.
BIAV resources are available for member enquiries and boat operator questions. BIAV is the peak body for the marine industry in Victoria, and therefore has contacts and a network of marine information.
RESPONSIBLE FISHING
Boat Club members will receive breaking news about the fishing industry, where to fish and the best places to take your boat out on the water. We will also provide you with all the latest safety information, that will ensure your protection.
SAFETY
Whenever you are travelling out in the water, BIAV and Boat Club will coordinate to provide the safest possible environment for their members.
We recommend that boat owners service their vessels regularly by an ihAccredited Dealer and carry on-board all the necessary safety gear. A Personal Flotation Device (PFD) should also be worn on the vessel. Marine Safety Victoria (MSV) provide a list of requirements for this purpose. In case of emergency DIAL 000 (Yes, on water, same as land). This will alert the Water Police and the Coast Guard to your cause.
ADVOCACY
The Boat Club through the Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIAV) provides representation at Government levels of marine and fishing activities. The BIAV meet regularly with:
- Marine Safety Victoria, Department of Primary Industries
- Parks Victoria
- Victorian Recreational Fishing
BIA works with many groups to provide advice and investigate ways to improve infrastructure and facilities for boating and fishing in Victoria. We work towards gaining long-term access to marine areas and sustainable recreational fishing. As a Victorian State Association we advocate for inland, bay and open water in Victoria.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
BIA Boat Club members will have access to a wide range of monthly benefits and offers provided by BIA Victoria’s network of industry members.
- Marine finance available through BIA Victoria Finance
- Personal accident policy through BIA Insurance providers IC Frith
- Discounted boat handling courses through Performance Power Boats
- A personalised membership card. By showing your card at a BIA member’s business you are eligible for monthly benefits and offers.
- Fortnightly Boat Club e-news. Keeping you updated on the important issues in the industry.
- Monthly giveaways and prizes, just for being a member
