TERMS & CONDITIONS OF HIRE
Booking:
A booking can be confirmed by a Deposit ( refer to price lists) and full payment 6 weeks prior to the date of commencement of hire.
Bond:
A security bond is to be paid on boarding (Cash, Bank Cheque or Money order). The amount required varies with different boats.( refer to price lists) This will be refunded less running costs and sewer pump-out fee ($15.00), provided the boat is returned on time in good order and condition.
Conditions:
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The number of people on board must not exceed the number of berths.
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Anyone driving the boat must be at least 18 years of age & hold a current driving or boat licence.
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Comprehensive instruction will be given in the handling of the houseboat together with safety & river maps.
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Firearms, axes, chainsaws, trail bikes, animals & candles are strictly prohibited.
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Houseboats must not be driven at night. All Department of Transport houseboat regulations must be agreed & adhered to at all times.
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Houseboats must not travel further south than the Wellington Ferry and no further north than Swan Reach, with prior permission of owner/manager..
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The owner/manager reserves the right to refuse any person/s the use of the houseboat.
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The vessel must be returned in a neat & tidy condition, or charges will be incurred.
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Smoking restrictions apply to some of our fleet.
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No fuel to be carried or decanted on the vessel.
NOTE - Damage and loss will be charged at cost
Cancellation Policy
Please note: This cancellation policy is widely accepted by Association Members, however, Members reserve the right to specify individual cancellation policies.
Cancellations notified more than 90 days prior to departure will be entitled to a full refund of monies paid less $50 cancellation fee.
Cancellations notified less than 90 days and more than 45 days prior to departure will forfeit all moneys paid unless the houseboat can be re-booked for its full hire fee, in which case, all monies paid will be refunded less $100 cancellation fee.
Cancellations notified less than 45 days prior to departure will forfeit all moneys paid unless the houseboat can be re-booked for its full hire fee, in which case, all monies paid will be refunded less $150 cancellation fee.
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