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
The all new Grand Banks 54 Europa In Production
The new GB 54EU will be ready for sea trials at the Grand Banks Malaysian Yard in late June. If you are interested in inspecting or sea - trialling the new 54, please join Grand Banks Australia on their upcoming factory tour in June
Soldiers Point Marina Gains Huge International Environmental Accreditation
Soldiers Point Marina has after a long accreditation process been recognised for achieving the world standard for environmental management systems.
Countdown to First Ever Australian International Marine Conference
Marine 13, the first ever Australian international conference and exhibition for boating is now less than 12 months away.
Black Marlin Race from Lizard Island
Five Wildlife Computers pop-up satellite archival tags were sponsored by Australian angler Peter Teakle and deployed on black marlin over the two weeks following the launch of the tournament.
World Record Pacific Bluefin Tuna
When saltwater gamefishing, you never really quite know what you’ll encounter. In New Zealand this past summer there were plenty of surprises, but none as startling as the one Nathan Adams received in late February.
A Boat to Go Ape About
By their very definition, convertibles have compromises. It’s only after you have crossed over from casual or fair-weather fisherman to tournament angler that you realise them all.