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
After Wynyard Quarter decision Marine Industry now able to grow
Research has also shown that while their boats are in Auckland for a refit, these owners will often bring family and friends to New Zealand and tour around the country.
Smaller just got better with Raymarine's new A Series
The A Series fishfinder/plotters are also exceptionally easy to install. With an innovative quick-release, swivel-mount bracket, the unit can be quickly fitted and easily removed for security.
New CEO appointed to National Marine Safety Committee
Ms O’Tarpey said “I am particularly interested in raising the profile of marine safety as it is such an important social and community issue”
Issues sought for review of marine safety equipment standard
The industry operators have been out there applying the standard for a few years and I’m sure that some have encountered areas that could be clarified or revised.
Premier Marine is proud to be the exclusive NSW agent for the Chris Craft and Regal Boats range
Premier Marine has announced the grand opening of their luxury boat dealership at Rose Bay Marina in Sydney, and their second hand boat dealership at Birkenhead Pt Marina, Drummoyne. Premier Marine is proud to be the exclusive NSW agent for the world leading Chris Craft and Regal Boats range. Steve Hannes, the Dealer Principal, has been passionately involved with Chris Craft and Regal Boats for well over 5 years, and is now proud to take more of a ‘hands on’ role in its NSW distribution. Chris Craft is internationally recognised as a symbol of power, performance and pleasure and is proud to call Rose Bay Marina its spiritual home.“Like Rolex is to watches, Chris Craft is to boats” says Steve when he is asked to describe the brands image. Regal Boats are equally synonymous with style, elegance and practicality to provide pure luxury afloat. Steve was enamoured to meet the…
Premier Marine announces the launch of the Limited Edition Silver Bullet by Chris Craft
Not just a symbol of power, performance and prestige, however, the Silver Bullet is built like a racing car on water and the best bit is, there are no redlights, speed cameras or road rage.