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
AiroDock inflatable docking system launches in Australia
The AiroDock was originally designed for use as a temporary jetty or wharf but has now been adapted to work as an extension on your duck board for big or small yachts.
West RIBs announces auction of boating stock
The auction will provide West Australian boating enthusiasts the opportunity to take advantage of the depressed prices in the national recreational boating market
Funding of $5M in Better Boating grants
Mr Tripodi said since 1998-99, NSW Maritime had provided funding for more than 400 recreational boating infrastructure projects worth almost $20 million.
New Model Traveller TB172 Bowrider
The new TB172 bowrider is in production at The Haines Group factory in Wacol, QLD
Mustang looks to Asia with their new Sports Cruiser range
“The Mustang Sports Cruiser range are renowned as a great value entry level boat, and this strategy will ensure this remains true now and into the future.” said Mustang CEO Chris Heaton.
NSW Maritime hypothermia campaign is a success
“The people of NSW go boating all year round but it is at this time of year that exposure to cold air and water temperatures presents the greatest risk,” Mr Moore said.