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
Race Record likely for Audi Sydney to Gold Coast Yacht Race 2012
The race weather forecast indicates that the current Sydney to Hobart race record holder, the 30-metre long supermaxi, Wild Oats XI, will arrive at the finish off Southport Surf Club at Main Beach around midday on Sunday
BSA offers wide range at Sydney Boat Show
Fast-expanding Boating Syndication Australia will have three boats on display at the Sydney International Boat Show in August, including its luxury Belize 52 hardtop cruiser
SOS Marine Dan Buoy is smart safety
The girls from down-under now have a proven, successful rescue device that is easy-to-use and ready for immediate response if someone goes overboard. SOS Dan Buoy is an Australian invention creating one of the biggest changes to man overboard rescues
Superior AIS Solution makes waves
Leading global marine electronics brands Lowrance, Simrad and B&G have today announced the arrival of the new NAIS-400 AIS transponder and NSPL-400 antenna splitter. These new communication tools integrate perfectly
Tamworth Boat Sales are out selling the lot
Tamworth Boat Sales have been awarded the Quintrex National Sales Excellence Award for 2011/2012. The locally owned family dealership was a standout performer after reporting the best retail sales growth for the year
A map, a compass and a Riviera or two
In one of the most prestigious and long standing Power Cruiser Challenges in New South Wales, eight teams of seafarers from competing clubs set off to test their navigational skills and seamanship in a bid to win the esteemed Harry Peel Trophy