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
Tallon Systems Launch iPad Mount at Sydney Boat Show 2011
The advent of sophisticated mapping applications like Navionics App for iPad means that people are taking their devices wherever they go, including out on the boat.
Premier Marine theatrical photo shoots at Sydney Boat Show 2011
Robert Kelly is basing his first shoot around the Frauscher 717GT and the second shoot will be based around Australia’s first ever Chris Craft 28 Corsair with a custom metallic silver paint.
Planning well advanced for SIBS - Sydney International Boat Show 2011
In excess of 350 exhibitors will be on hand to display their products and their services to an estimated 80,000-plus show visitors.
Sydney International Boat Show 2011 photography competition
This is not about professional photographers; this is about everyone having an opportunity to put their best shot forward. Entry is simple and free.
Fishing, it’s the name of the game at the 2011 Sydney International Boat Show
The Boating Industry Association (BIA) of NSW, owner/organiser of the spectacular exhibition, has always known that upwards of 70 percent of all boats sold will at some stage ‘go fishing.’
SP High Modulus showcases a range of marine composite products at Sanctuary Cove
M-Foam is a structural marine foam which offers high shear strength, low weight and high elongation plus low resin uptake for infusion processes.