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
Riviera sales on the rise as the Aussie Dollar falls
Mr Anderson said the US market remains tight in the wake of the financial crisis. However, the result demonstrated that the right boats will continue to attract buyers in all market conditions.
Tek Dek is a Durable teak substitute
Tek Dek’s underside is grooved with a dovetail-sectioned channel to maximise the bond with the adhesive and the boat’s deck.
NSW Maritime in Operation Blue Water
“Boating offshore is a great experience though it has special challenges and skippers need to ensure their boat and crew are up to the challenge,” Mr Moore said.
Boating Safety Checks at Trout Festival
NSW Maritime worked with Police and Fisheries to make boating safety a key focus during the festival.
Try Sailing Day
“The Sailing Industry Association is most grateful to the clubs involved,” Bob Basham added
Sailing industry's Try Sailing Day
“We’re extremely grateful to the clubs and their members for the support we receive, because let’s face it, without that backing there would be no Try Sailing Day,” he said.