Skipper's ticket

A recreational skipper's ticket (RST) is the Western Australian equivalent of a boat driver's licence; however, it is considered a certificate of competency rather than a licence. It has been required to be held by the skipper of all recreational boats with an engine greater than 4.5 kW (6HP) since April 2008.^[1]

Age restrictions

You must be at least 14 years old to get an RST.^[2]

RST holder under 16 years old are restricted to operating a vessel:

• during daylight hours, and
• at a speed less than 8 knots.