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
Multihull Central to host ultimate catamaran show experience
Multihull Central will be hosting daily test sails onboard the Seawind 1000XL and Seawind 1160 on Sydney Harbour, allowing catamaran buyers to fully experience the outstanding quality and performance of a Seawind while visiting the boat show.
Spirit Marine Offers Great Deals Across the Beneteau Range
Queensland Beneteau dealer Spirit Marine has just announced an exceptional discount offer across the Beneteau range of yachts. For the month of July only, and before an imminent price rise, Spirit Marine will be offering a range of discounts
BLUEWATER MARINA RECEIVES APPRECIATION AWARD FOR SUPPORTING SURF LIFESAVING CLUB
The Manager of Bluewater Marina, Rick Herschell (centre with award )is delighted to receive an appreciation award from local surf lifesaving representatives and leaders on the behalf of his organisation, Brookfield Residential Properties, for providing a marina berth to Ellis Beach Surf Lifesaving Club
Robalo Boats family expands with a new Sydney Dealer
Robalo offshore and crossover fishing boats have a new home in N.S.W; Family Boats in Blacktown have been appointed the master dealer for Robalo N.S.W and will debut the iconic brand at the Sydney Boat Show in August.
Jeanneau Premieres at Sydney International Boat Show 2013
The Jeanneau yacht range truly caters to all tastes and the models on show at Sydney International Boat Show 2013 highlight the scope of the range. Two examples are making their Australian Premiere this year and both have already been sold to local customers.
Lowrance introduces Elite 5 HDI series
Lowrance, a world-leading brand in marine electronics, announced today the newest addition to its Elite family of fishfinder and chartplotter products, the Elite-5 Hybrid Dual Imaging™ (HDI) series.