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
R MARINE ANNOUNCES DREAM DEAL MONTH IN APRIL
R Marine has made the boating dreams of thousands of families a reality since the R Marine network was launched in 2006.
Hawkesbury and Broken Bay boating alcohol campaign
Anyone steering a vessel or exercising control over the course or direction of a vessel needs to be under 0.05 – the same as on the road.
NSW continues support for Qld pollution clean-up
NSW is supporting Queensland under response arrangements known as the National Plan to Combat Pollution of the Sea by Oil and Other Hazardous or Noxious Substances.
Bavaria Yachts Economy Boost Program
Bavaria Yachtbau builds round 3000 boats per year at its production site in Giebelstadt, Germany. Each yacht is produced exclusively to order.
Recreational Vessel Caught Fire and Sank on Pittwater
Hazmat and the local NSW Maritime Boating Safety Officer are currently in attendance, and retrieval of the vessel is underway.
Fishing, Camping and 4WD Show bucks current economic times
Jason Plant from the Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show said that while larger luxury boat manufacturers are feeling the pinch sales on smaller tinnies are actually up