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
Good Times Marine Australia Wins Larson Boats Global Retailer of the Year Award
Good times Marine is delighted to announce their recent winning of the 2012 Larson Boats Global Retailer of the year Award. The prize was delivered to the company head, Derek Rodway, at an awards ceremony in the American town of St Cloud Minnesota.
Azimut Benetti Group announces the previews for the New Nautical Season
Azimut Benetti Group, the world’s leading private nautical Group, confirms its role as protagonist by displaying 22 boats at Cannes, of which 3 are world premieres
Palm Beach Motor Yachts is proud to announce the launches of three new boats
PBMY has recently launched its 22nd and 23rd Palm Beach 50s and 3rd PB55. Angelina was commissioned by a New Zealand family and the boat will be delivered under her own steam to New Zealand soon.
Superyacht Australia is being heard at all Government levels
Superyacht Australia CEO, MaryAnne Edwards, stated “Superyacht Australia has made huge inroads to ensuring they are acknowledged as a key stakeholder that has an interest in the Great Barrier Reef”.
Economy style and space in new Havana live aboard
Living on board is a lifestyle that many boating enthusiasts dream about – but never achieve. Cost is an important issue; a boat large enough for comfort and space is surely to cost an arm and a leg.
Victories for Victoire and Jessandra II at Audi Hamilton Island Race Week
For their effort the crew of the victorious Sydney boat have picked themselves up a brand new North Sails Code 2 spinnaker, which will be emblazoned with the Audi IRC Australian Championship logo.