Shipmate News
Honda’s enduring environmental commitment
21 July 2010
Honda Australia’s commitment to protecting the marine environment has been further reinforced via the extension of its long-standing professional association with Sea World on the Gold Coast,... read more
Guilty plea saves man from jail
21 July 2010
A St Albans (Vic) man avoided a jail sentence after pleading guilty in the Geelong Magistrates’ Court on Monday (July 19) to illegally taking abalone and dangerous driving on January 10 this... read more
BFCA warns that voting Greens is a vote against boaters
20 July 2010
The Boating and Fishing Council of Australia (BFCA) has warned all recreational fishers and boaters around the country that it was increasingly looking like a vote for any candidate preferencing... read more
CRS Yachts goes for high impact at Sydney International Boat Show
20 July 2010
CRS Yachts, exclusive dealers of Fairline and Ocean Alexander Motor Yachts, will provide a first class experience for visitors at the 2010 Sydney International Boat Show held from 29 July to 2... read more
BIA announces the first BIA Accredited dealer
20 July 2010
The Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIAV) has nominated Leon & Paul Savages Streaker Boats, as the first accredited dealer in their new BIA Accreditation Program. ... read more
New marine parks proposal threatens fishing future
19 July 2010
A proposal by a fringe environmental group to introduce 20 new marine parks off the coast of Victoria is yet another major threat to Australia's recreational and commercial fishing industries.... read more
Temporary Closure of Patterson River Boat Ramps
19 July 2010
Parks Victoria will temporarily close boat launching facilities on weekdays at Patterson River from Tuesday 20 July to complete asphalting works to upgrade the car and trailer parking... read more
Fireworks, lights and lanterns
14 July 2010
This winter, Docklands in Melbourne is the place to be and if you visit NewQuay and Waterfront City any evening until 09 August you’ll notice they will both will be awash with super saturated... read more
Pegiva Boats partner with FinScan on SAFE engine starting technology
14 July 2010
Marine biometrics manufacturer, FinScan, announced today an OEM partnership with Pegiva boats, a specialist boutique boat building company based on the Gold Coast. Pegiva create unique retro boats... read more
Sydney International Boat Show – the facts and figures
14 July 2010
Unless you have been maintaining an extremely low profile, you’d be well aware that the 43rd Sydney International Boat Show is rapidly approaching. In fact, it’s only... read more
VRFish condemns demand for 20 new Marine Parks
14 July 2010
VRFish, The Peak Recreational Fishing Body representing recreational fishers in Victoria, today condemned a demand by the Victorian National Parks Association (VNPA) for the creation of 20 new... read more
Sydney to herald the arrival of the next generation Princess
14 July 2010
The Sydney International Boat Show will host a landmark event for admirers of the Princess Yachts range of luxury boats with the Australian launch of the new V-Class flagship, the Princess... read more
fabulous family fishing at Lillydale Lake
14 July 2010
Lillydale Lake was a fishing ‘hotspot’ on an otherwise cold weekend, at the Go Fishing in Victoria Family Fishing Day, which attracted over 200 local participants. The... read more
Melbourne sells up a storm on all fronts
13 July 2010
The 50th Annual BIA Melbourne Boat Show sold up a storm, with a major boost in attendance and strong sales of everything from charts to half million dollar cruisers. Attendance... read more
How to increase your business opportunities in difficult times
12 July 2010
Following the success of the "survive and thrive in difficult times" seminars held in 2009, the Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) will host another series of 6 Seminars... read more
PC-based FMCW radar for diverse applications
11 July 2010
Simrad has launched its BR24PC Software Development Kit (SDK) for military, commercial, surveillance and marine applications. The new BR24PC SDK gives OEM developers the ability to... read more
Bar Crusher makes waves with new 500CR
9 July 2010
Bar Crusher’s 500CR is the first model in the new Wave Crusher Series, which reflects the company’s strategy of offering versatile ‘crossover’ boats to cater to a broader... read more
R Electronics improves navigation
8 July 2010
R Electronics has made navigating the information super highway a piece of cake with the launch of its new interactive web site, which gives users fast, easy access to the latest up-to-date... read more
Leigh martin marine, Quintrex Dealer of the Year
8 July 2010
Leigh Martin Marine has taken out the Quintrex Dealer of the Year Award for the Victoria/Tasmania region. The Wodonga (VIC) dealership has a long standing place in the marine... read more
Melbourne’s First Marine Auction a Success
8 July 2010
Over 250 people attended Melbourne’s first dedicated marine auction held at the Anchorage Marina in Williamstown on Saturday 3rd July. With a mix of... read more
