Australian Boating College North Coast & North West NSW

Get your NSW Boat & PWC Licence in one day!

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Book a NSW Boat & PWC Licence Course at a North Coast & North West NSW location

The Australian Boating College North Coast & North West NSW conducts boat & PWC licence courses in many locations across North Coast & North West NSW including, but not limited to Port Macquarie, Wauchope, Forster, Tuncurry, Taree, Kempsey, South West Rocks, Macksville, Urunga, Coffs Harbour, Grafton, Yamba, Lismore, Ballina, Byron Bay, Tamworth, Armidale, Lake Keepit, Inverell, Narrabri, Moree, Tweed Heads, plus many more.

** Servicing Tweed Heads to Tuncurry **

* OUR MOST POPULAR COURSE *

Boat Licence
Course (No Logbook)

$425

PER STUDENT
(From Sep 1, 2023)

FEE INCLUDES (Per Licence)

Boat Theory Study
Boat Licence Exam
Practical On-water Training

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Boat + PWC Licence
Course (No Logbook)

$525

PER STUDENT
(From Sep 1, 2023)

FEE INCLUDES (Per Licence)

Boat Theory Study & Boat Licence Exam
PWC Theory Study & PWC Licence Exam
Practical On-water Training

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PWC  Upgrade

$175

PER STUDENT

FEE INCLUDES (Per Licence)

PWC Theory Study
PWC Licence Exam
Must already hold NSW boat licence

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Boat Practical Only

$325

PER STUDENT
(From Sep 1, 2023)

FEE INCLUDES
(Per Licence)

Available at any of our
one day courses

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Boat Licence Theory Only
Course (Logbook Required)

$325

PER STUDENT
(From Sep 1, 2023)

FEE INCLUDES (Per Licence)

Boat Theory Study
Boat Licence Exam
Logbook Must be Completed

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Boat + PWC Licence Theory Only
Course (Logbook Required)

$425

PER STUDENT
(From Sep 1, 2023)

FEE INCLUDES (Per Licence)

Boat Theory Study & Boat Licence Exam
PWC Theory Study & PWC Licence Exam
Logbook Must be Completed

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Personalised Custom Boating Lessons

Tow/Launch/Retrieve
Advanced boat handling
Bar crossings

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Coxswain Grade 3 Near Coastal

Complete the Coxswain Grade 3 Assessment with the Australian Boating College Northern NSW.

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Do you want to book a Jet Ski Upgrade Course?

You must hold a valid NSW General Boat Licence (GBL) otherwise you need to complete the combined Boat & Jet Ski Licence Course.

Australian Boating College North Coast & North West NSW is owned and operated by Scott Henry & Niamh Walsh, their office located in Port Macquarie.

Owner and principal instructor Scott has over 35 years of boating experience gained from time in the Royal Australian Navy, years as a Master Class 5 of charter vessels on the Great Barrier Reef, and looking after private boats, before joining Australian Boating College in 2009. He has extensive knowledge of a variety of vessels from 12-foot tinnys to a 75-foot jet boat.

As well as doing boat & PWC licence courses, Australian Boating College North Coast & North West NSW can also do Custom Lessons in your own boat, including crossing a coastal bar safely.

So if you are looking for your boat or PWC licence in North Coast & North West NSW please give Scott (0424 014 560) or Niamh (0406 957 495) a call and then look forward to your happy boating days!

Australian Boating College Northern NSW Boat Licence Course

Boat Training Videos

Australian Boating College has a collection of boat training videos to help demonstrate the different areas of boat safety.

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Testimonials

“

Just had the pleasure of doing a boating course with Niamh and Scott. Great people. Made the day so easy to follow and happily answered all and any questions. If you’ve never driven a boat before I highly recommend talking to these guys.

Darren
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I took the course today, and couldn’t fault the thorough knowledge from Scott and Niamh. A friendly atmosphere combined with years of experience made for a great day of learning, because of the theory that was taught and gone over with such detailed explanations the test was a breeze and the on water practical (even though it was raining) was exciting and enjoyable. I recommend this course and company to anyone that is looking to obtain a license or brush up on their skills.

Luke
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My family and I went through the training today. I can't fault the trainers, who are clearly passionate about safe boating, and I highly recommend them for any age group that is serious about getting licenced. Materials and equipment are first rate. The website pre-reading and quizzes also meant my children were prepared and could focus on the verbal and practical instruction.

Eugene
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One of the best courses I have done. Excellent delivery from Scott and Niamh-professional, clear and concise content. Thanks guys! You made learning lots of fun!

Kylie & Doug
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My son and I highly recommend the course. We did the course at Ryde with Adam as the instructor. Professional from start to finish, the theory was well presented as was the excellent practical part on the water.

Ed
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It was an awesome experience, the instructors managed to deliver ‘boring’ material in such a way that was both entertaining and informative, I had no issues flying through the course and following exam. Would definitely recommend to everyone.

Alii

Frequently Asked Questions

When do I need a boat licence in NSW?

You need a boat licence in NSW when you exceed the speed of 10 knots (18.5 km/h) in a recreational powered vessel

At what age can I obtain my NSW boat or PWC licence?

You can obtain a boat or PWC licence in NSW from age 12 – some speed restrictions apply to the licence until the age of 16. Once the applicant turns 16, restrictions are automatically lifted – nothing further is required to be done.

Can I use my NSW boat licence anywhere in Australia?

Yes, you can.

If I have reading difficulties can I get reading assistance with the exam?

Yes, with prior notice, we can organise to do an oral exam on the day of the course

Do I have to have driven a boat before to be able to do the course?

No, definitely not. During the practical you will be talked through each exercise before you then demonstrate the same exercise. You will learn how to drive a boat confidently and safely during our course.

What do I need to bring on the day of my boat or PWC licence course?

Identity documents, pen, notepaper, sunglasses, hat, rain jacket, lunch and refreshments. 2 colour passport photos are also required if doing the PWC course.

What happens if it is raining on the day of the course?

The boat licence practicals go ahead rain, hail or shine so on rainy days make sure to have a rain jacket with you. If we deemed it too dangerous to carry out the practical (due to flooding, debris, lightning etc) we would endeavour to get the practical completed later that day (if the weather looks like passing) or as soon as possible at one of our later scheduled courses or even a specially organised session for those affected.

What happens if I don’t show up on the day?

Given at least 24 hours notice we can transfer your booking to another date/person. If you do not show up on the day of a course and give no notice, no communication, your enrolment fees will be forfeited.

Ready to book your Boat or Jet Ski Licence course with ABC Northern NSW?

Call 0424 014 560

Australian Boating College Northern NSW Division. ABN 74 636 995 983 is an authorised Nominated Representative of ABC Licence Training Pty Ltd. ABN: 43 080 057 923 and RTO Number: 3399 and is approved by NSW Maritime to provide practical boat training and/or knowledge testing for the NSW general boat driving licence and PWC driving licence.