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
Honda Marine ranks highest in customer satisfaction
“Honda continually delivers on its technology promise to engineer superior products with outstanding performance and unparalleled reliability,” Mr Schultz said.
Cobalt Boats 210 is packed full of pleasure
Efficiently pulling a skier or your kids tubing, the 210 can do it with far better fuel mileage and give you hours more fun for the same amount of money.
NSW Maritime alert Dangerous boating conditions
Fast flowing water and obstacles can also wash away or dislodge safe navigation markers and this is another reason for caution.
Riviera appoints dealer in emerging India market
Riviera Sales and Marketing Director Tim Sayer said: “Riviera staff visited Chennai to officially hand over the new vessel to our first client in India"
Crossing coastal bars safely
Boating safety officers will be checking to make sure vessels crossing the bar at Macleay River and Korogoro Creek have all the correct safety gear such as flares and lifejackets.
Operation Don't Make Waves
Skippers should act with courtesy and make sure they travel at a responsible speed which does not cause excessive wash