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
Rozelle marine facility to run a clean ship
It is anticipated that the facility will attract into Sydney some of the world’s finest ocean going yachts and motor yachts.
Ministers approve four new national commercial vessel standards
“Each of the four new standards was achieved after a lengthy process of consultation with stakeholders to modernise our standards and to assess the impact on the industry,” Ms Horder said.
The Haines Group goes West
Perth-based Darren Vickers will oversee the company’s operations in Western and South Australia for Suzuki Marine and The Haines Group boating brands Signature, Haines Traveler, Seafarer, Nautiques, Ensign and Walker Bay.
Welcome to the Ferretti 780 Hard Top
At a length of 24 meters the Ferretti 780 is characterized by a completely innovative layout -considering its internal details that guarantee ample space.
Kevlacat and Suzuki to the rescue
The Kevlacat vessel, named the Blue Diamond, will replace VMRQ’s fifteen year old Sharkcat and will be commissioned in May.
Monte Carlo 37 Open a proud member of the Beneteau family
The Monte Carlo 37 has the patented ‘Air Step’ hull. This unique hull shape promotes early, lower-speed planing, for reduced power consumption and improved fuel economy.