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
Chaparral Sports Cruiser on Four Month East Coast Adventure
Daren and Susan Whiteman purchased the Chaparral 310 at the Sydney Boat Show in 2011 as newcomers to big boat ownership and have spent some time learning and familiarising themselves with their boat and the conditions they are likely to face
7th Annual Seawind Whitsunday Rally a Dream Run
The 7th annual Seawind Whitsunday Rally wrapped up last weekend at Hamilton Island as the fleet celebrated a dream run in perfect Whitsunday weather. The week long event hosted by Australian distributors for Seawind,
Everyone likes a Tinnie but you'll love Stacers 309 Stinga
Fast becoming a Stacer favourite, the 309 Stinga was developed to create a budget friendly first boat option for all up-and-coming boaties and fisherman. Measuring in at 3.21m in length and weighing a practical 70kg
Elegance of Grand Banks Aleutian series on display at Sydney Show
The elegant design and craftsmanship of the Grand Banks Aleutian series of long-range pilothouse motor yachts will be on display at the Sydney International Boat Show at the beginning of August.
Beneteau A Class of First
The Beneteau First 35 is collaboration with Farr Yacht Designs and has been very successful achieving the 2010 “Best Yacht” Award at the Helsinki International Boat Show, amongst many other accolades.
Senseational Performance in Fremantle to Bali Race
The reputation of the Beneteau Sense series as a true ocean-going cruiser racer was recently put to the test, leading to an outstanding result. Don Brooker and the crew aboard his Sense 50 Dorade battled huge seas