BRISBANE, Queensland, April 16 -- Queensland Police Service issued the following media release:
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) along with partner agencies are taking a zero-tolerance approach to boaties neglecting safety and breaking the rules after numerous water enthusiasts have been found speeding, driving under the influence and ignoring safety regulations.
With the Easter long weekend approaching, QPS, Maritime Safety Queensland (MSQ) and Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) have united to promote the importance of safe behaviours on our waterways and beaches.
Between January 1 and March 30, more than 140 people have been found to be operating watercrafts without licenses or with incorrect licenses and 21 individuals have been fo...