Jetskiing
All jetskis (personal water craft) using Northland, Auckland and Waikato region's (including Lake Taupo) waterways must be registered. A registration will cover all three regions.
Jetski registration
Use this form to register your jetski for Northland, Auckland and Waikato region (including Lake Taupo).
Check out our frequently asked questions if you would like further information.
Registration form - jetski
Freephone 0800 800 401 if you would prefer a form posted to you.
Jetski change of ownership
Use this form to change the ownership of a jetski registration in the Waikato region.
Check out our frequently asked questions if you need more information.
Change of ownership form - jetski
Freephone 0800 800 401 if you would prefer a form posted to you.
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Important information for jetski users
Before heading out on a jetski make sure you are up to speed on all the rules and regulations.
Know the rules
PWCs are considered 'power-driven vessels' by law, so the same rules apply to both PWC's and power-driven vessels. The easiest way to make sure you know the rules is to complete a safe boating course and familiarise yourself with the local rules (read the Navigation Safety Bylaw).
Wear a lifejacket
Wear a personal floatation device or lifejacket at all times.
Obey the speed rules
Keep to 5 knots (a fast walking pace / 9.25km per hour) within:
- 200m of the shore
- 50m of another vessel
- 200m of a dive flag
- 50m of a person in the water
You must be at least 15 years old
You must be 15 years of age to operate a PWC by yourself. If you are under 15 years of age, make sure you have an adult on the PWC who can reach the controls.
Communications
You must carry at least one form of waterproof communication. It is recommended you carry two forms of communication. For example, a cell phone in a dry bag or a waterproof VHF radio (see rules for further information).
Trip report
Always let someone know where you are going and when you will be back.
Water skiing / towing
If you are using your PWC to waterski or tow you must have a second person (an observer) sitting on the back of the PWC watching the person/item being towed.
Weather
Always check the weather at least 12 hours before heading out.
Turn safely
Apply the throttle to turn. When you throttle off completely you lose steering control.
PWC/Jetski information sheet (PDF)