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
Haines Group new model release - The Traveller TF200
The first TF200 has returned from its maiden voyage fishing in Lucinda and has already handled some very ‘ordinary’ conditions to prove it’s pedigree as a blue water fisher.
Mercury portables more than just lightweight
Because Mercury lavish the same care on their small engines as they do on their big ones, they offer the same industry-leading protection
CRS Yachts attends Fairline Asia Pacific Conference and wins Platinum Sales Award
Mr Jones presented a Platinum Sales Award to CRS Yachts, as they achieved the highest amount of sales showing they are leading the way in the Asia Pacific region with Fairline WA coming in second.
A whole new world of Brig Inflatables
New World Honda Marine, here is the largest undercover boat showroom in Australia with 2000 sq metres of fully air-conditioned showroom space and over 100 boats on display.
Sydney's Aquatic Events Free Safe Boating Guide
The 28-page full-colour Sydney’s Summer Aquatic Events 2010-2011 – A Boating Guide, is distributed free of charge by the State’s boating safety authority, NSW Maritime, to promote safe and responsible boating.
Yellowfin 5700 CC Offers the Height of Performance
With a background in professional powerboat racing, Yellowfin Chief Boat Tester Cliff Antees is responsible for putting all the Yellowfin models through their paces.