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
Stacer boats bowriders are a family boating favourite
The Bowriders are packed with a long list of features, with the Easy Rider models including rod holders, glove box, handy drink holders, bimini and envelope for sun protection and an underfloor fuel tank.
NSW Maritime Medals recognise service to boating community
Mike Stringer and his crews have been responsible for more than 900 marine rescues and it's estimated he has personally volunteered well over 45,000 unpaid hours.
Ocean adventurer Pete Goss joins Boat for Life safety campaign
Pete Goss joins the NSW sportsman and boating media identity Andrew Ettingshausen as a Boat for Life Safety Ambassador.
Back Cove Motor Yachts now available in Boat Share
How do you get to enjoy all this ? The secret is a lease renewed on an annual basis. Fittingly, the Back Cove 33 syndication concept gives you 33 days a year on the water with zero days spent slipping, cleaning and maintaining the boat.
Riviera makes its mark at Fort Lauderdale
Riviera Yachts USA director Chris McCafferty said Riviera's striking new Sport Yacht range featuring the 5800 and 5000 had taken the Australian market by storm
Riviera Syndication officially launches 5000 Sport Yacht in Sydney
Mr Russell said there was only one share left in the Riviera 5000 Sport Yacht and five out of 10 shares in the new 5800 Sport Yacht had already been sold.