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
New Marten 49 Debut at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show
Marten Yachts Brand Manager Jason Rowed says Queensland is an exciting market for the Marten brand. “Marten’s innovative hydraulic lifting keel is perfectly suited to Queensland’s shallow waterways"
Preserving Sydney's port heritage and history
Mr Tripodi said Sydney Port’s heritage register was endorsed at a recent meeting of the Heritage Council of NSW.
Unique features put the new Quintrex Escape range a cut above the rest
This unique feature is exclusive to the Quintrex brand and will allow the 430 Escape to glide through the waterways ensuring for a smooth dry ride.
Brisbane Show Opens with political and sporting celebrities
Retired Test Cricketer, Matt Hayden was also at the event where he conducted a 30 minute discussion with boaties on the importance of marine safety.
Pure boating Escapism - Quintrex boats introduce their new 2009 Escape Range
Director of Marketing and Sales Damien Duncan says Quintrex has designed these economic tinnies to make the boating lifestyle more accessible and available to all.
A change of tack for Aussie boat builder Van Munster
Van Munster Boats are renowned for their 18-foot, 16-foot and 12 foot skiffs as well as international 505’s, Sabots and GP26 racing yachts