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
Powercat PartyCat Review
PartyCats have so much social space aboard—you could realistically call them a floating patio or barbecue area—as pontoon boats.
Seaquest 3600 Sports Bridge Cruiser Review
With lots of storage on board for food and drinks, a 300L water tank and 900L fuel tank, the 3600 gives boating families enormous flexibility to stay at sea for an extended period.
Whittley 2800 Cruiser Review
The 2800 Cruiser sleeps four in luxurious comfort. Two on the bow island berth and two on the cockpit lounge that converts into a huge double bed.
Bavaria Sports 37HT Boat Review
Bavaria has always offered boaties clever, user-friendly designs and layouts in tough boats. So tough in fact, this boat is rated to Gale Force 8, which means it’s capable of withstanding 40 knot winds and seas more than 5m.
Maxum 2000 SR3 Review
There are a number of brands on the market that I can rely upon to consistently turn out quality products. Maxum is one of them. This 2008 Maxum 2000 SR3 didn't let me down.
Malibu Wakesetter 23 LSV Review
A recent trip to the Malibu factory in Albury, to test the latest Wakesetter 23 LSV, simply blew me away.