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Boat Advice

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.

This section does not constitute as professional or legal advice and should act as a general information only. Please read our site terms and conditions for more information.

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

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BIA Victoria helps members contain costs

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The price freeze applies to membership fees for the coming year and exhibitor fees for the 2009 Melbourne Boat Show in July

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Summer's aquatic events for Sydney Harbour

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Ports and Waterways Minister Joe Tripodi said the 28-page full-colour Sydney’s Aquatic Events – A Boater’s Guide, will be distributed free of charge.

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Study to identify location and storage of vessels

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“The study will update and accurately quantify the number and type of vessels currently stored in NSW, and forecast future trends in storage demand and types,” Mr Tripodi said.

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Quality competition in store for the Melges 32 Gold Cup Regatta

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Prior to most regattas, individuals of high authority usually entertain the idea of casting a winning prediction, that is not the case at the Gold Cup

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New Board Directors for BIA Victoria

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Leisure Boating Club Melbourne general manager Joy King takes over from Mark Bradley in the Clubs, Services and Associations division.

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Win a bareboat charter holiday for 4 in The Whitsundays

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Simone Barrile of Charter Yachts Australia said more and more people were discovering the flexibility and affordability of bareboat charter cruising.