Shipmate News
Rivergate International Boat Show
17 May 2012
Plans are well underway for a new event for Brisbane that will see locals and visitors flock to Rivergate Marina and Shipyard, Murrarie to ‘Celebrate the River’ at ... read more
Countdown to the Riviera Festival & Boat Show
14 May 2012
The countdown is on for the Riviera Festival and Boat Show with less than two weeks to go before the opening of the inaugural event and the world release of Riviera’s new flagship 75 Enclosed... read more
Coast Guard Volunteers - Keep on keeping on
14 May 2012
This week, 14-20 May 2012, is National Volunteer Week and we take a moment to salute the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard who do such a wonderful job assisting boaters all year round.... read more
50th entry for Audi Hamilton Island Race Week is a family affair
14 May 2012
It will be a family affair – husband, wife and their two children – aboard the yacht that has just become the 50th entry for Audi Hamilton Island Race Week 2012. ... read more
Coalition delivers major upgrade at Mornington Pier
14 May 2012
Mornington Pier is set to undergo major reconstruction with Minister for Ports Denis Napthine joining member for Mornington David Morris at Schnapper Point to announce the multi-million dollar... read more
World's most innovative on show at Sanctuary Cove
14 May 2012
The 24th annual Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, 24-27 May 2012, has been supercharged with a host of new products from all over the world on show in Australia for the first time, non-stop... read more
Soldiers Point Marina gains international environmental accreditation
11 May 2012
Soldiers Point Marina has after a long accreditation process been recognised for achieving the world standard for environmental management systems. Called Level 4 ISO 14001 Clean Marinas, Clean... read more
Maritimo reviews and refocuses
11 May 2012
Iconic Australian luxury cruiser manufacturer Maritimo has undertaken a complete review of its corporate operations, its senior management team and its model range and is embarking on a growth... read more
Huge illegal snapper haul angers Fisheries Officers
11 May 2012
Fisheries officers were stunned when a routine boat inspection at Mordialloc (Vic) last night revealed a huge catch of illegally taken snapper. Two men from Reservoir and Noble Park... read more
Superyacht sector not overlooked by Tourism Australia
9 May 2012
Superyacht Australia has over the past two years developed a strong relationship with Tourism Australia and is excited by the new Tourism Australia campaign targeted at high net worth tourists.... read more
Australian Forum updated on the value of club marinas
9 May 2012
A network of Australian Yacht and Boat Club managers have been meeting in Adelaide at the first ever forum to discuss Club specific issues and opportunities. The forum arose from a meeting of... read more
Win a Nomad Sportsfishing trip courtesy of Simrad Yachting
9 May 2012
Simrad Yachting is proud to announce the launch of an exciting new competition to win a once in a lifetime fishing trip. In conjunction with Nomad Sportfishing Charters, one lucky person will... read more
RFD Renews Support of YA Safety Programs
9 May 2012
Following on from a very successful association in 2010 and 2011, RFD and Yachting Australia have renewed the sponsorship arrangement for a further two years. As part of the... read more
Stormy launch inflatable lifesaver
8 May 2012
Iconic Australian PFD (Personal Flotation Device) manufacturer, Stormy Lifejackets; have released a new inflatable life ring named the Stormy LifeSaver. The product is a natural progression for... read more
New Mustang 43 receives rave reviews
8 May 2012
Luxury cruiser manufacturer Maritimo is set to bring a totally new level of style, performance and sophistication to the mid-price range sector of the boating market with its new Mustang 43 Sports... read more
New CEO at Maritimo set to drive expansion
2 May 2012
A passion for Australian manufacturing and a core belief in the skills and talents of the Australian workforce are what drives the newly appointed Chief Executive Officer of luxury cruiser... read more
Jeanneau largest marina presence at SCIBS
1 May 2012
Iconic French marque, Jeanneau will be the most prominent presence on the marina this year, with both power and sail on show. Jeanneau Australia and the Queensland importer,... read more
610 Legend, a serious fisher
30 April 2012
A serious fishing machine for serious fisherman the Quintrex Legend range offers 360 degree manoeuvrability, so you can follow your fish anywhere it hides. With deep sides,... read more
Legendary Haines member joins Maritimo
30 April 2012
Greg Haines, the son of legendary Queensland boat manufacturer, the late John Haines AM has joined Maritimo as head of Sales and Marketing. Greg Haines had, until recently, worked in... read more
50 year old Mercury still powering Kerrie Ann
30 April 2012
You can understand why the Kerrie Ann constantly turns heads and sparks questions when she cruises the waters of Burrill Lake and Ulladulla Harbour on the NSW south coast. The... read more
