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Community value in Marine Navigation, Collision Regulations & its Legal consequences – especially in areas where Ferries usually maintain Regular Runs. Two incidents are highlighted -1:  Yachts Antaeus v Gypsy and 2: SV Classique v Ferry Seaway ll. The 1st involved a sinking & severe injury incurring a $200 fine with no Maritime  investigation. The 2nd was an artificially created close quarters with no contact but the skipper of Classique who was not at fault received a $5000 fine plus a criminal conviction. This Court case is being investigated in this Blog at www.maritimenz.com