Boats

Norman R Wright to build 17m patrol vessel for Qld...

March 31, 2020

Norman R. Wright & Sons have been selected by the Queensland Department of Environment & Science to build their new custom 17 metre Aluminium Patrol Vessel. Wrights were chosen after…

Fleet chases glory at Riviera Port Lincoln Tuna Cl...

March 25, 2020

An action-packed weekend of fishing in the 2020 Riviera Port Lincoln Tuna Classic has once again proved the fishing grounds off the Eyre Peninsula as superb. In its 14th year,…

Propspeed Foulfree is now shipping

March 23, 2020

Propspeed, leading innovator of underwater coatings, announced today the revolutionary foul-release coating designed specifically for transducers – Foulfree – is now shipping. “After years of development and testing in collaboration…

Maritimo plans continue despite Covid-19 challenge...

March 23, 2020

As the world continues to face unprecedented times amidst the current global health crisis, Maritimo is continuing production and pushing ahead with its exciting plans for 2020 involving new model…

Indigo project a game changer in commercial boats

March 20, 2020

The new OXE Diesel outboard has opened a whole new world of cost-effective commercial boating options thanks to its leading propulsion abilities and the forward-thinking of a small-but mighty Australian…

Costly calamari catch for illegal fisher

March 16, 2020

A St Albans (Vic) man who took 96 calamari over three fishing trips near Queenscliff last Spring has been convicted, prohibited from fishing for six months, fined $750 and forfeited…

Norman R. Wright to build Pilot Boats for PNG

March 13, 2020

One of Australia’s longest serving custom commercial and recreational boat builders, established in 1909, Brisbane-based Norman R. Wright & Sons has secured the contract to build two new custom designed…

Billion dollar forecast for superyachts in Brisban...

March 12, 2020

The Queensland state government has announced a 12-month trial commencing by mid-year to attract superyachts to Brisbane, predicting “a billion-dollar coup for the city’s economy”. Minister for State Development Cameron…

Australian Debut for Outremer 4X and Aquila 36

March 11, 2020

Multihull Central plan to have a huge display of high performance sailing catamarans and world leading power catamarans at this years Sanctuary Cove Boat Show on marina finger D/E1. The…

Tickets on sale for 32nd Sanctuary Cove Show

March 10, 2020

Visitors can now secure tickets to the 2020 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), held from May 21-24. Showcasing more than 300 exhibitors, over 600 boats and a jam-packed schedule…

'Larrikin of Lyme' back at Wooden Boat Festival of...

March 9, 2020

Wooden Boat Builder and Owner Steve Adler certainly enjoyed his third Wooden Boat Festival of Geelong in 2020, launching his boat ‘Larrikin of Lyme’ at the 2016 festival. Steve embarked…

Riviera announces premier model line-up for Palm B...

March 9, 2020

After a long hot summer in its homeland, master motor yacht builder Riviera is delivering a refreshing cool change to Florida’s Palm Beach International Boat Show from 26-29 March. Three…

Chaparral wins innovation award at Miami Boat Show

March 6, 2020

Chaparral is no stranger to winning awards in a range of categories over their 56 year history; including several boats of the year, 13 NMMA customer satisfaction awards in a…

Beneteau busy with new releases and show awards

February 28, 2020

If the release of two new models in the popular Oceanis range wasn’t enough to get excited about, the French brand has also had to make room in the trophy…

Sydney Harbour Regatta fleet surges past 150

February 28, 2020

As overall numbers for the multi-club run Sydney Harbour Regatta pass the 150 mark, Middle Harbour Yacht Club’s sailing office is busy responding to requests from subgroups within the larger…

Sunseeker’s ‘Ocean Club’ success reflected i...

February 27, 2020

Since Sunseeker announced the launch of its new ‘Ocean Club’ concept, there has been unprecedented interest from customers, keen to learn how this single innovation will revolutionise their time onboard.…

Raymarine Congratulates NSWGFA On spectacular succ...

February 27, 2020

Another Interclub is done and dusted and Raymarine, a justifiably proud major sponsor of this prestigious competition has congratulated the New South Wales Game Fishing Association for yet again running…

Cadet Worlds head down under

February 27, 2020

Some of the world’s most talented junior sailors will head to the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria (RYCV) next summer as the historic Australian club gets set to host the…

Record raft-up launches a year of global celebrati...

February 27, 2020

R Marine Flagship of Auckland in partnership with Australia’s premium luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, has organised a spectacular event which is the first in a series of global celebrations…

Whittley boats new Gold Coast headquarters

February 27, 2020

The Boat Works has welcomed its latest onsite partner, third generation boat builder, Whittley Marine Group, representing close to 70 years of boating expertise and craftsmanship. Whittley Queensland Sales is…

Secret's out and line's cast for the 2020 GoFish N...

February 26, 2020

Launched on the banks of the Goulburn River today, in magnificent conditions, the line has been cast for the 2020 GoFish Nagambie tournament, which is promised to be better and…

10 out of 10 for mercury at Costa bream opener

February 25, 2020

In what’s an amazing first, Australia’s biggest bream fishing tournament has opened with the top 10 finishers all using Mercury engines to bring back their haul. “In all the years…

Final plans for Rhyll boat ramp upgrade released

February 25, 2020

The Victorian Government has released the final design concept for the Rhyll (Vic) boat ramp upgrade which will improve access for boaters and encourage more people to get out on…

Entries booming for Hamilton Island Race Week

February 25, 2020

An unprecedented surge of early interest in Australia’s premier offshore regatta, Hamilton Island Race Week from August 15-22, sees the fleet growing at a rate faster than any other time…

State-of-the-art yard rolls out blue carpet

February 21, 2020

The Boat Works’ new Superyacht yard has rolled out the blue carpet for visiting vessels, now open for business after a phenomenally fast build time of nine months. Over the…

Werribee South Small Boat Festival

February 17, 2020

Werribee River Association (Vic) is busily preparing for the Werribee South Small Boat Festival coming up on Sunday 05 April 2020 9am till 3pm. The Festival is showcasing small unpowered…

Maritimo works to defend World Championship

February 14, 2020

Current UIM XCAT world champions Maritimo Racing are in the process of off-season testing and development in readiness for the start of the 2020 season with the goal to defend…

Exciting 48 Wallytender X unveiled in Miami

February 14, 2020

Hot on the heels of the exciting new 48 Wallytender world debut last autumn, this month’s Miami Yacht Show has revealed a new, powerful outboard version of the stylish Wally…

Less than a month to Wooden Boat Festival of Geelo...

February 13, 2020

The countdown is truly on with only a month to go until the 2020 Wooden Boat Festival of Geelong hosted by the Royal Geelong Yacht Club and presented by Wooden…

Unlimited scope for your dream boat

February 13, 2020

An unprecedented opportunity has arisen to complete the custom-build of a 56ft (19m) wide-bodied aluminium power catamaran, which has stalled mid-build following its previous owner’s change in circumstance. Marine Engineering…