“With people not being able to travel, all the locals will be using the area.
“There were quite a few boats already out there on the river over the weekend just going for a cruise and making sure things are up to date for the season.”
Mr Bruni said people who were looking to get involved in boating could contact their local fishing or boating clubs.
South West Anglers Association committee member Jim Muirhead said with increased access to the river, recreational boaters needed to abide by the rules.
“Don't mix alcohol with swimming or boating because unfortunately nearly every year we lose people to boat accidents,” he said.
“People don't realise the currents are very dangerous in the Murray River.“Give way to boats and make sure you're on the right side of the river, and know the rules and regulations.
“Make sure life jackets are up to service — most jackets these days are inflatable and it's mandatory to get them serviced.”
Mr Muirhead said he has been working to lift a ban on fishing between Tocumwal and Mulwala.
“We've had support from Member for Ovens Valley Tim McCurdy and he's been very helpful and provided a letter of support, but the NSW side is dragging the chain and we're still having discussions on opening things up,” he said.
More than 20 per cent of Australians engage in boating annually and about one in five households have a boat or watercraft.
Discover Boating Australia has reminded boaters to check boat licences and ensure vessel registration and insurance is up-to-date.
