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
Another piece of Riviera history
Riviera’s limited edition commemorative 30 year poster has sparked a huge amount of interest both nationally and internationally with Riviera enthusiasts and it has also brought back a lot of memories.
Northshore 369 Review
The Northshore 369 has a solid, no-nonsense feel about it, which is purely subjective, but it is quite tangible. It makes a lot of sense for the club racer whose ideal week would include a weekday twilight, a Saturday around-the-cans and a Sunday family cruise.
Ocean 46 Super Sport Review
The Ocean 46 Super Sport combines form and function, stylish marine architecture and resourceful engineering, in a mid-sized yacht.
Oceanis 50 Review
Our test sail was on a windy day and we got strong performance figures. You could twilight race this boat if there's a breeze.
Oceanis Clipper 42CC Review
Vicsail's Christophe Vanek is a racer. As we climb aboard he turns to me and says, 'You can do the runners today'. It only takes me about 10 minutes to work out that this is a joke; runners are an unlikely bit of gear on a boat like this.
Ocean Innovations 14 Review
Since there will only be one or two made each year, the Ocean Innovations 14 is not the Powerboat of the Year. But it may well be the Powerboat of the next Millennium.