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
OzVenture 650 Review
There’s plenty of fishing room in front of the console, with a hatch to a big fish box under the deck and ample drains.
Hinchinbrook Island Boating Reviews
Using a houseboat as a base and taking your own trailerboat to explore the wider area is the best way to experience Hinchinbrook Island.
X Yachts 41 Review
If I wanted to mix cruising and racing I wouldn't go past this X-41 to get to a more hedonistic boat.
Bayliner 300 Boat Review
If you're into family cruising you'd be hard pressed to find better value for money on the market
Lifestyle Marine some Firsts at Sydney Boat Show 2011
The 345 Conquest is the largest Conquest in Whaler range with a fully enclosed Hard Top and first triple rig displayed at Sydney Boat Show.
Seawind unveils dedicated multihull marina in Sydney
“This is an exciting new development for Sydney’s multihull community,” said Mr Ward. “The marina will have berths for 16 multihull yachts. We will also have a specialist slipway with hardstand and workshops.”