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
Birds Off Boats is showcasing a range of products at Sanctuary Cove
More than 40 known transmittable diseases are passed on through birds, so it is important boats are kept clean
Australian Warehouse Distributors launches Farecla Marine Professional at Sanctuary Cove
The range includes a deep clean wash, stain remover and UV Wax polish to protect your vessel.
Sea Recovery Range of water makers by AMW at Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
“We are thrilled to be launching AMW at our home show, which is one of Australia’s premier boat shows,” he said.
Aquatronics Marine is showcasing the WatchMate 850 at Sanctuary Cove
Aquatronics Marine together with Vesper Marine can provide customised AIS solutions for special applications such as providing ferry operators with the ability to enter destination and POB numbers to be transmitted to a base station.
Anchor Right Australia is launching the Excel Super Duty at Sanctuary Cove
The anchor will start at 120kg and the company is building the range with a target of 360kg. Rex Francis adds that the purpose design means less dragging and thus damage to the marine floor.
AirBerth Boat Lifts at Sanctuary Cove Boat show
The Australian company was honoured to be selected as one of only 10 companies globally to take part in the Jegrelius Institute for Applied Green Chemistry’s Clean Hull initiative in Sweden.