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
First Bavaria 35 HT loaded on to the ship and heading down under
The NAUTIC in Paris opens its gates again on 7th December 2012. BAVARIA will be represented with the 35HT as a showcase (hall 4, stand B 01) for all you lucky people who might be in Paris at the time!
Sailing specific navigation at a touch
B&G, a world leader in instruments, autopilot systems and tactical software solutions for sailors, is pleased to announce the new Zeus Touch™ range of multifunction displays. These unique sail-specific networked devices are packed full of functionality
Spirit of Qatar Unlimited Champion and Team Maritimo Superboat Champion
The Spirit of Qatar, driven by Sheik Hassan bin Jabor Al-Thani and throttled by Steve Curtis, won the biggest and fastest class in offshore racing... Superboat “Unlimited”. Team Maritimo, with Australian racers Ross Willaton and Peter McGrath, won the new “Superboat” Class.
A First for Beneteau and Vicsail
November is shaping up to be a big month for Beneteau, Vicsail and the Beneteau owners of Australia. In a first for Beneteau, and on behalf of the national Beneteau Dealer Network, Vicsail and the Middle Harbour Yacht Club will host the inaugural Beneteau First 40 National Championships
Maritimo are world beaters at Key West
After more than 20 years of competition at an international level and numerous podium placings the Maritimo Offshore Racing team has taken out a World championship.
Lowrance introduces Link 5 fixed mount DSC VHF radio
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