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
Lake Macquarie Boaties have more reasons to Rejoice
Lake Macquarie Yacht Club is undertaking significant expansion to cater for the growing berthing requirements of the region, adding a further eighty berths, which will be completed this year.
Countdown to the Riviera Festival and Boat Show
The countdown is on for the Riviera Festival and Boat Show with less than a few days to go before the opening of the inaugural event and the world release of Riviera’s new flagship 75 Enclosed Flybridge.
First model Horizon AquaCat 80 to steal the show
Horizon Motor Yachts Australia is looking forward to showing off two brand new models never before seen in Australia.
Jeanneau power and sail largest marina presence at SCIBS
Jeanneau Australia and the Queensland importer, Mooloolaba Yacht Brokers, will host the Australian debut of the first of the stunning new deck saloon range, the Sun Odyssey 44DS.
Chaparral to launch new range of boats at Sanctuary Cove
Chaparral Australia has confirmed that the hot new entry level range of 18 and 19 foot Sports and ski/fish bowriders dubbed “H20” will be released at the upcoming Sanctuary Cove Boat Show.
Gyro Stabilised Thermal Night Vision, CHIRP Sonar and New C and E Series Multifunction Displays
On show to the Australian market for the first time at Sanctuary Cove International Boat show is the newest addition to the Raymarine family of thermal night vision products for boaters.