In December 2021, the Australian Government commissioned an independent review of the National System and the National Law to consider whether Australia's legal framework regulating the safety of domestic commercial vessels (DCV's) is fit for purpose.  The review also considers whether this regulatory framework is being delivered efficiently and effectively, and options for future cost recovery arrangements.

Feedback from Phase 1 of this review has informed the Independent Review Panels findings and 12 draft recommendations identifying opportunities for reform and alternative approaches presented in the Draft Interim Safety Report - Phase 1 .

The Independent Review Panel are seeking stakeholder feedback on the findings and draft recommendations within this report by 8 October 2022. 

Written submissions can be submitted at www.infrastructure.gov.au.