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
MC38 China Cup IRC Victory
The MC38 HuaAn Sailing has won IRC Division A in the China Cup International Regatta in Shenzen. A brilliant result for the McConaghy One Design boat from Hong Kong.
Exhibitors off the blocks and booking for SCIBS 2014
Exhibitors are clamouring to secure a spot at next year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), with twice as many bookings confirmed compared to the same time last year, just days after applications opened.
Expo heralds a buoyant start to the 2013 Summer Boating Season
Marine industry leaders have hailed the 3rd annual Gold Coast International Marine Expo, which concluded on Sunday, a huge success with many recording the best sales results at a boat show in years.
Persistence paid off for long-time Steber employee
If not for his persistence, the life of long-time Steber International employee, Joss Van Nieuwkerk would have been completely different. When he returned to Taree in 1982, Joss kept knocking on the door of Steber founder,
Riviera premieres two exciting new models at the Gold Coast Marine Expo
The most modern, sophisticated and elegant boat in its class, the new Riviera 50 Enclosed Flybridge, will make her Queensland boat show premiere at the Gold Coast International Marine Expo from November 1-3.
Quintrex welcomes aboard Brisbane Yamaha
Located on the North side of the Queensland capital, Brisbane Yamaha is a family run business specialising in Yamaha outboards and trailer boats now including a large range of Quintrex models.