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
Weather gods smile upon Seawind Moreton Bay regatta
The traditional spit roast under a marquee on the lawns of the yacht squadron’s Canaipa Point facility let the crews relax and mingle again as trophies and awards were handed out.
Seawind 1250 flagship gains interior upgrade
Seawind Marketing Manager Brent Vaughan said the upgrade interior adds even more practicality to the large saloon space in the boat.
Corsair C37 Review
The boat is available in two versions – Corsair C37CR and Corsair C37RS (racing series). The 37CR is build from fibreglass while the 37RS is a full carbon fibre build.
Next generation of Seawind 1000 announced the XL2
The locally designed and built Seawind 1000 has firmly marked its position in the marine industry as the most successful cruising sailboat built in the country, with 215 now complete.
Mustang 32 Sports Cruiser – elegance and style in a compact package
“We have taken the brand back to its roots,” he said. “Mustang again stands for great family sports cruisers at a competitive price.”
Twin Disc joystick and Maritimo C60 on show at Sanctuary Cove
Gold Coast luxury boat builder Maritimo is actively promoting the system to its clients and now reports that close to 40 percent of all orders for its shaft-drive boats now have Twin Disc EJS as a specified option.