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
Sailfish Release New Canyon Master Cat
The latest offering from Sailfish Catamarans, offers boaters an enormous cockpit matched with stability and unheralded on-water performance. This is a boat that dedicated bluewater anglers will relate to.
Maritimo Offshore ready to take on the world at Key West
The fastest boats on the water are preparing for the annual Key West Offshore Powerboat Championships in the USA in November this year and a local crew, Maritimo Offshore Racing Team, are confident they can better their runner-up position of last year.
Australian Marine Industry showcased at Fort Lauderdale Boat Show
A showcase of strong Australian brands will allow the Australian marine industry to be more prominent than ever at this year’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.
Azimut Benetti Group announces the Previews for the New Nautical Season
The solidity and financial stability that have always been a characteristic feature of the Group, together with its strong vocation for research and innovation, have enabled it to design 10 new models to be launched in the next season,
The 610 Trident is the new kid on the block in the offshore fishing market
As a member of Quintrex’s new fishing focussed range of Tridents the 610 is built tough to battle the harsh conditions encountered during offshore fishing. The new Trident range, also available as 650 and 690 models
The 489 Nomad remains a fishing favourite
Stacer’s newly designed 489 Nomad now featuring the EVO Advance Hull and new transom is sure to remain at the top of all fishermen’s wish list. The EVO Advance Hull provides a sharper bow entry with a deeper V