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
Shortage of EPIRBS could cause concern for Australian Boaters
“Global demand for the new digital beacons has put pressure on NSW and Australian supplies and there are significant backlogs of orders for some models,” Mr Tripodi said.
Boating navigation lights check this Australia Day weekend
“At night, there will be a zero tolerance approach with fines being issued to all skippers driving vessels that are inappropriately lit,” Mr Tripodi said.
Dufour to debut premier new cruising yachts in Melbourne
“The Dufour Grand Large 425 retails at around $420,000 and the 525 is ‘a million dollar boat’ in both price and quality,” Mr Antill said.
Bavaria Yachts and Aussie Boat Sales will be at the Melbourne Boat Show this year
The Bavaria 43 is the beginning of a new era at Bavaria Yachts. Based on the hugely successful hull and rig of the Bavaria 42, the 43 is a proven performer on the race course or out on the ocean
Yacht and Boat Team hand out free Boating Safety Packs this Australia Day
Hundreds of waterproof ‘zip-lock’ packs, provided by NSW Maritime, give boaters information on when to wear a lifejacket or pfd.
Haines has a boat for every Summer budget
“During the current uncertain economic climate, we have introduced our own finance company, Haines Group Impressions, to assist customers who are looking to own a boat this summer,” Mr Haines said.