Boating Information
Yacht and Boat is a great resource for anyone looking for the right boat advice.
If you are looking for boating information, are interested in learning more about boating in general, are thinking about going boating, or would like to discover boating the page links below contain broad information on a wide variety of boating topics.
Whether you are an experienced mariner or just learning the ropes, there is interesting boating information here for everyone.
Go boating – there’s no better way to spend time with family and friends
Our aim at Yacht and Boat is to take some of the confusion out of boating by providing basic boat advice resources as well as a marine directory for additional information.
As a prospective boat owner – your best resources are a reputable, ethical boat dealer, your State Industry body, your State Government body and your own research.
This section does not constitute as professional or legal advice and should act as a general information only. Please read our site terms and conditions for more information.
If you’re an aspiring boat enthusiast, you’ll find boating information on obtaining a boat licence through to tips on choosing a boat, registering a boat and links to where you can obtain the professional training you need to give you confidence on the water.
So, if you’re thinking of a runabout, inflatable, kayak or personal watercraft – or perhaps you have your sights set on a luxurious sailing or fishing watercraft – there’s tips here for all Australians.
There are a few ways to get your feet wet. Some ideas you might like to consider are…
Hire a boat
Attend a Boating ‘Open Day’
Go to your nearest Boat Show
Visit your local yacht or boat club
Ask a friend to take you out on their boat
Get in touch with a reputable Boat Broker for a test sail, advice and information.
What’s next?
Getting a boat licence
Choosing your boat
Registering your boat
NSW Water Police Use Finscan Digital Switching
With the recent release of the NSW Police Marine Area Command Naiad patrol boats. FinScan is pleased to announce the inclusion of IntelliCORE, FinScan’s marine digital switching and monitoring system as the chosen digital electrical system, for the patrol boats.
Historic photos found from inaugural Race Week in 1984
Colourful memories of the inaugural Hamilton Island Race Week, staged in 1984, have surfaced this week with the discovery of historic photos taken at that event. The images are the work of Sandy Peacock, a Sydney-based advertising agency owner
US Yachts displaying hot yachts at the 2013 Pittwater Boat Show
The Pittwater Boat Show is a great opportunity to showcase the prestigious Hunter 36 and the new Salona 35 in all their glory. When visitors step onboard and gain a true feeling of the high quality of the installations and finishes
KVH Ships 3000th TracPhone System for mini VSAT Broadband Network
KVH Industries, Inc., (Nasdaq: KVHI) recently shipped its 3,000th TracPhone terminal for the mini-VSAT Broadband network, extending the company’s lead as the provider of the world’s most widely used maritime VSAT service.
Issue 96 of Bluewater Boats and Sportsfishing Magazine released February 2013
Sooner or later you might find yourself hooked-up to an enormous blue marlin, perhaps a fish weighing more than 1000 pounds. What then? Capt Peter Bristow, the skipper with more granders to his credit than any other, details the game plan
Shadow Minister to Share Opposition's Marine Strategy at ASMEX 2013
The Shadow Minister for Tourism and Regional Development; the Hon Bob Baldwin MP has confirmed he will speak at the Australian Superyacht and Marine Export Conference (ASMEX).