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
Matt Hayden confirmed for Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show
Hayden is an ambassador for the National Marine Safety Committee’s summer campaign, which urges skippers to “keep their eye on the ball”
Yanmar Unveils New Generation BY2 Series Diesels
Power Equipment already has a large number of the new generation Yanmar BY2 units in stock across Australia to suit conventional shaft drive and sterndrive equipped models.
Operation Labour Day Weekend
“Drought conditions have lowered water levels in many areas and exposed hazards such as tree stumps, so we’re urging all boaters to keep an eye on the water,” Mr Kidd said.
Webbe Marine New Web Site is live
Beyond comprehensive product information on Sailfish and Honda, the Webbe Marine site has a stack of fishing and boating photos in the gallery section
NSW Maritime completes safe navigation entrance to Coffs Harbour
NSW North Coast regional manager Jim Green said the leads were a traditional navigation aid that skippers used to guide their vessels safely in and out of harbours.
Operation Don't Make Waves results
“Our Don’t Make Waves campaign was conducted to ensure the boating public understood the issue of wash and how to minimise its impact on other boaters and the environment,” Mr Moore said.