2. Interpretation
In this Act—
“operate” with its grammatical variations means to drive a power-craft while it is propelled wholly or partly by machinery;
“power-craft” means any type of boat capable of a speed of 5 knots or more, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation, and propelled by any form of machinery whether or not such machinery is the principal method of propulsion, but does not include—
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(a) Her Majesty's Ships and harbour craft;
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(b) ships and craft of all description in the services of any foreign power recognised by Her Majesty;
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(c) sea-going vessels engaged on voyages to or from places outside of the Island;
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(d) coasting steamers as defined by the Coasting Steamers Act;
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(e) ships' lifeboats;
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(f) flying-boats, sea-planes, or other types of air-craft capable of landing on the water;
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(g) yachts with auxiliary engines; or
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(h) any other craft or class of craft as may be exempted by the Governor General under the provisions of regulations made under this Act.