Shipmate News
Secure your mooring at Mordiallic
25 May 2013
Mordialloc Motor Yacht Club, located on Lambert’s Island in Mordialloc Creek on Melbourne's Port Phillip Bay is home to a large variety of yachts and power boats. ... read more
Work is well underway on St Kilda’s new marina
25 May 2013
Good weather has seen great progress made on Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron’s new 250 berth marina at St Kilda Harbour (Vic). Contractors Fitzgerald has set a cracking pace on the new... read more
Riviera records strong sales growth in Victoria
25 May 2013
Riviera's exclusive and long established Victorian dealer R Marine Jacksons has recorded strong sales growth with six new Riviera luxury boats sold over the past six months. Dealer... read more
Chaparral rolling out new models at SCIBS
14 May 2013
Chaparral Boats have an impressive line up earmarked for the upcoming Sanctuary Cove Boat Show including two stunning Queensland debuts. Following up from last year where... read more
Victorian appointed to Global Marina Institute board
14 May 2013
The Global Marina Institute (GMI), a partnership between British Marine Federation and Marina Industries Association was formed in 2011 with the aim of maintaining and increasing standards in... read more
Simulators go live at BIA Melbourne Show
14 May 2013
The 2013 BIA Melbourne Boat Show will have the ultimate interactive treat in the form of true-to-life simulators for both big ship navigation and small boat handling. BIA general manager... read more
Lowrance HDS® Gen2 Touch and HDS Gen2 Version 2.0 Software Updates
13 May 2013
Lowrance, a world-leading brand in marine electronics, announced today innovative new software enhancements for its powerful HDS Gen2 Touch touchscreen and HDS Gen2 multifunction displays.... read more
Keep your boat safe during winter
13 May 2013
Local boaters can avoid breakdowns on the water by learning all about winter vessel maintenance at an upcoming seminar hosted by the Ormond Angling Club and organised by Transport Safety Victoria... read more
Herding cats for the Vicsail Lagoon Escapade
13 May 2013
It was easy to think of sunny, warm climes with gentle breezes, benign waves and tranquil anchorages. At the inaugural Lagoon Escapade, Melbourne had provided the perfect contrast medium to conjure... read more
Sandringham Yacht Club wins Club Marina of the Year
13 May 2013
Multi-award winning Sandringham Yacht Club has added another string to its bow being named the Marine Industries Association 2013/2014 Australian Club Marina of the Year at the end of... read more
Joystick brings boating ease to shaft drives
13 May 2013
With some of the weather conditions that are experienced around Port Lincoln boaties often need all the help they can get in maneuvering their vessels in that part of the world and Maritimo 56... read more
Snapper thieves hit with fines and convictions
13 May 2013
Two Melbourne men were convicted and fined $3000 each in the Moorabbin Justice Centre yesterday for exceeding the daily catch limit for snapper and hindering a Fisheries Officer in the course of... read more
Early exhibitors secure their spot at 2013 Gold Coast International Marine Expo
13 May 2013
Exhibitors are getting in early to secure their place at the third annual Gold Coast International Marine Expo to be held from November 1 to 3 at the Gold Coast Marine Precinct in Coomera.... read more
Sunseeker plans powerful impact at SCIBS
13 May 2013
Sunseeker plans a powerful impact as it launches the Manhattan 53 for the first time in Australia at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (May 23-26). Recently winning the Award,... read more
Don’t get caught in an emergency this tuna season
13 May 2013
Transport Safety Victoria (TSV) is reminding those who plan to head offshore for the tuna fishing season to have an appropriate emergency procedure plan, following the recent rescue of four... read more
St Kilda Harbour construction works
13 May 2013
In a Victorian Notice to Mariners No. 066T - 2013 issued at Melbourne, 10 May 2013 Mariners are advised of marina construction works as part of development works at St Kilda Harbour... read more
Riviera Festival of Boating
13 May 2013
An exciting new workshop designed to make skippering a small boat child’s play is expected to be hugely entertaining and educational for pint sized captains at the Riviera Festival of Boating... read more
Maritimo's ultimate prize package
13 May 2013
Luxury cruiser manufacturer Maritimo aims to make a big splash at this month’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in Queensland as it celebrates its 10th anniversary and founder Bill... read more
Waterfront Position Vacant
9 May 2013
Sandrighmam Yacht Club have a position vacant for a person to assist with the daily operations and functions of the Waterfront Department. Position Summary To... read more
Boat handling course a proven show winner
6 May 2013
The 2013 BIA Melbourne Boat Show will offer a free Boat Handling Course to everybody who buys a boat at the show. It is the ninth year the show has offered the free course since the... read more
