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
Hooker Boats launch new model in 6.7 metre range at Sydney Boat Show
Very large fishing platform, dual anchor wells, large fuel capacity, large kill den and large bait tank for those days out fishing
Lakeside Marine launch new Tohatsu Outboard at Sydney Boat Show
A 6hp sail drive model in 25” shaft length is also available featuring a high thrust propeller and battery charging system ideal for the small yacht market.
Island Inflatables new product launch at Sydney Boat Show 2011
Available in 2 different types of material, PVC for the standard boats, Hypalon for the tropic regions.
Cooper 765 Fast Tender launch at Sydney Boat Show 2011
This new fast tender cruises at up to 25 knots and features teak decks & bow thruster as standard equipment.
Chaparral Boats launch 3 new models at Sydney Boat Show 2011
This will be the Australian release of the 327SSX, part bowrider, part performance sport boat and part overnight cruiser.
Bluewater 420 Raised Saloon launched at Sydney Boat Show 2011
A Joe Adams design which is very dry and seaworthy making it the ultimate 42’ liveaboard world cruising yacht.