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
Marine Safety Innovations showcases the Kapten Boat Collar at Sanctuary Cove
The Boat Collar also can be used as a Boat Fender, protecting the boat, and with the addition of a harder outer layer, can take anchor chains, crab pots and the scrape of barnacles.
Icom Australia is releasing two new products at Sanctuary Cove.
As a transponder rather than a receiver, it also sends out the user’s information, which allows a vessel to be visible to other vessels.
Hella Australia display a range of lights at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
Power consumption is very low at less than 3W yet Sea Hawk lamps offer 240 lumens of intensive crisp, clean white light.
GME launches three new products at Sanctuary Cove in 2011
The units can either be flushed into a dash or mounted on the simple tilt and swivel bracket, which is supplied along with a sun cover.
Gateway Marine at Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
The family-owned and operated company is directed by Sam Bowman, who has a huge passion for boats.
Fusion Electronics announces new high-power five-channel amplifier
Fusion developed its hi-fi D-class digital amplification for high output power at high efficiency to ensure low battery drain with no need for a cooling fan.