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
5000 Sport Yacht with Zeus
Stately Accommodation Below decks, there is a choice of three staterooms and two bathrooms or two staterooms, two bathrooms, plus a second, more intimate lounge. Option provides accommodation for six;
Riviera announces the 515 is the newest addition to the SUV Collection
Riviera has just announced details of its new 515 SUV, which had a full interior display on show for the first time at the Gold Coast International Marine Expo on November 1-3 this year, ahead of her world release at the Riviera Festival of Boating in May 2014.
With M/Y "Conero" and M/Y "SuperConero" the future of CRN has historic roots
CRN, shipyard of the Ferretti Group, specializing in the construction and sale of fully-customized and semi-customized megayachts, launched a preview of some of its new megayacht projects at the recent Monaco Yacht Show.
Winners are grinners especially if you are Steber International
Staff are still celebrating Steber's win at the 2013 Hunter Manufacturing Awards. Over 600 people at the awards dinner witnessed Steber take out the "Excellence in Product Design" award for the new 3800 SLR vessel range.
Chaparral and Robalo ready for Gold Coast Show
Chaparral and Robalo Boats are all set for this week’s Gold Coast Marine Expo with an impressive line up of boats covering the entire range. With boats on display including cruisers, big bow riders, entry level H2o sport, ski/fish models and Robalo centre consoles
Innovative Out Of Water Boat Show launches on the Gold Coast
Multihull Solutions has joined forces with The Boat Works to launch a ground-breaking Out-of-Water Boat Show that permanently showcases a huge range of premium pre-owned multihulls.