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
Big Birds record flight to Auckland
When they passed between Auckland’s North Head and the leading lights at Rangitoto Channel at 9:12:43NZT this morning, the six-man crew on the giant multihull from Sydney nicknamed ‘Big Bird’ set a new world speed passage record from Sydney to Auckland.
Three exclusive launchings to excite multihull lovers at Gold Coast Marine Expo
Multihull Solutions will be showcasing five catamarans at the show featuring the exclusive Asia Pacific launch of three new models including the Catana 59, Lipari 41 Evolution and Summerland 40.
Elandra Yachts breakthrough to mould stage
Luxury motoryacht builder Elandra Yachts has completed the first major stage in development of its first model, the Elandra 5 sports yacht. The plugs for the deck, hardtop and liners were completed this week and the team is preparing for the next major stage
The Club Marine shipyard party is set to rock the Gold Coast International Marine Expo
It will be a fun time for young and old at the Club Marine Shipyard Party with a host of live entertainment, great food and an impressive fireworks display at 7pm to celebrate the 2013 Gold Coast International Marine Expo.
Quintrexs new blade hull cuts through anything
The Blade Hull is Quintrex’s latest innovative new hull design to hit the market and it’s already making a name for itself as the smoothest, driest ride yet. The Blade Hull which features across most of the new 2013 Quintrex Range has done away with ‘clicker’ style
Mercury 150hp FourStroke transforms Trophy Fishing Boat
Not only is it the new 150hp FourStroke the most tested Mercury engine ever, it’s received rave reviews from around the world because it has larger cubic displacement, better fuel economy, less weight and fewer moving parts than any of its rivals.