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.
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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
New Range for Fairway Boats
United Motor Yachts, owners of the Fairway brand in Australia have recently released their new “Offshore” range of Game and Sports fishing boats. The first of these new boats is the Fairway Offshore 41
The all new Fairway 42 takes shape
The all new Fairway 42 project is pushing ahead at great speed now. Stewart Smith from United Motor Yachts has spent the past few months working alongside the naval architect, draftsman and builder to complete the design
New Fairway 36 Sedan to debut at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
The New Fairway 36 Sedan will debut at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat show. This updated version of the well respected and popular Fairway 36 has been developed over the past 6 months and the first boat will be available in around Late April.
The 690 Trident; Tough enough to handle the wrath of the ocean
The 690 Trident offers superior stability generated by the Millennium Blade Hull, the new stretch-formed hull design has an entirely new concave flare in the side sheets and bottom sides for a smoother, drier ride.
Sun Odyssey 41 Deck Saloon to be featured at Sydney International Boat Show 2013
To be featured at Sydney International Boat Show 2013, the Sun Odyssey 41 Deck Saloon is the second model in the new deck saloon range from Jeanneau. The new models have been designed with the best features of previous deck saloon models
Macmillan Bike Ride Milestone Celebrated at London Boat Show
The London Boat Show was the venue chosen to announce the result of the 2012 Macmillan Dorset Bike Ride and launch the appeal for cyclists to take part in the 2013 event, which takes place on Sunday 7th July.