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
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It is a luxury boat beyond anything previously developed by Riviera, Australia’s most awarded luxury boat builder and now Riviera have announced that the 5800 Sport Yacht is available with the option of triple Zeus pod drives.
The Amazing Journey by Stephen Seal
I cannot begin to express my excitement over how good the boat looks and how much fun it is going to be to actually get to use it. Riviera, the company building the boat, and my Broker, Rob Scott, have done an absolutely amazing job throughout the entire process.
Ladies, brush up your boating skills
As part of the Women on Water program at this year's Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, ladies can take part in one of the FREE basic skills training courses, conducted by the experts at Sunshine Sailing Australia.
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Appointed principal contractor by the vessel’s Monaco-based managers, Yachting Partners International (YPI), Rivergate completed the work within budget and ahead of schedule whilst ensuring the quality of workmanship on MY Aquamarina met the clients’ high expectations.
Win a heritage Harbour cruise for Mother’s Day
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FinScan forge ahead in Smart Power Systems for boats
Installed by boatbuilders from all over the world including Australia, this success is not simply due to a product that just works, but a product that revolutionises