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South Wave Break Island channel dredging works sta...

November 16, 2019

Works contributing to safe and navigable access to the South Wave Break Island channel in the Broadwater (Gold Coast) have started. Gold Coast Waterways Authority CEO, Hal Morris, has confirmed…

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Gold Anchor Marina scheme expands to US

November 13, 2019

The West Coast USA based Marine Recreation Association (MRA) and the Marina Industries Association (MIA) based in Australia have entered into a collaborative agreement to launch the Global Gold Anchor…

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North Coast Boating secures select “Premier” s...

November 12, 2019

The move to a new address in Caloundra West has been the catalyst for North Coast Boating to strive and receive Mercury Marine’s coveted “Premier” Dealer status. Premier accreditation is…

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Amphibious exploration vessel headed to Great Barr...

October 22, 2019

The landmark Gold Coast City Marina & Shipyard (GCCM) together with vessel owners, the Northern Escape Collection recently unveiled Australia’s newest and most exciting amphibious exploration vessel, the Iguana 31.…

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Zulu - free, interactive, boating and cruising gui...

October 14, 2019

It’s here, it’s available now and it’s free! The perfect tool for boaters to find shared information from contributions from other boaters, all in a single click. It’s Zulu Waterways,…

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New class of amphibious RIB

October 8, 2019

Sealegs International has announced the world debut of the latest amphibious RIB from the makers of the world’s most trusted amphibious technology. The Sealegs 7.5m RIB, available with either Electric…

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Highest gold rating to Queensland marina

October 4, 2019

Coral Sea Marina Resort in the Whitsundays, Queensland has been awarded Platinum accreditation under the Global Gold Anchor Scheme. This is the highest possible level of Gold Anchor accreditation. The…

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Survey of Australian Marina Industry

October 4, 2019

Over 300 marinas from across Australia are being invited to participate in a survey to gauge the economic, social and environmental health of the Australian marina industry. The survey has…

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Volvo Penta wins IBEX Innovation Award

October 4, 2019

This week at North America’s leading technical boatbuilding showcase – the 2019 International Boatbuilding Exhibition (IBEX) – Volvo Penta was awarded the IBEX Innovation Award for its Next-Generation D4 and…

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International Entrepreneur of the Year award to W...

September 24, 2019

Williams Jet Tenders, the world’s leading jet tender specialist, has proudly received the inaugural Sunseeker Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the British Marine awards. The award, created by Sunseeker…

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More superyachts bound for Australia

September 10, 2019

Business is looking positive for the superyacht industry in Australia as yacht transportation from Europe to our region is booming. The number of yachts being transported from Europe to the…

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QLD boat rego stickers expire in October

August 9, 2019

Boaters will no longer be troubled by faded and peeling boat registration stickers come 1 October this year. The Palaszczuk Government has called time on requirements for vessels to carry…

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BRP Completes acquisition of Telwater

August 6, 2019

BRP has announced the completion of the previously announced acquisition of 80% of the outstanding shares of Telwater Pty, Ltd (“Telwater”), Australia’s leading manufacturer of aluminium boats and trailers. As…

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GCCM welcomes Sunseeker to iconic shipyard facilit...

August 6, 2019

Gold Coast City Marina and Shipyard (GCCM) has proudly announced Sunseeker as the latest high- profile international brand to join the expanding marina and shipyard facility Sunseeker East Coast Australia…

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New rule for jet ski riders on Port Phillip

August 6, 2019

Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) is inviting feedback on a proposed rule change for the use of personal watercraft (PWC), such as jet skis, on Port Phillip Bay. The rule is…

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Sydney International Boat Show a resounding succes...

August 6, 2019

The Sydney International Boat Show closed last night (5 Aug) having enjoyed five glorious sunny days at the International Convention Centre Sydney and the Show’s purpose-built marina on Cockle Bay,…

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Ronstan mourns the passing of joint founder

July 26, 2019

The team at Australian based sailboat hardware manufacturer Ronstan are mourning the passing of joint founder Ron Allatt, who died peacefully with his wife Jan at his side, on the…

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Sydney International Boat Show - All you need to k...

July 24, 2019

The Sydney International Boat Show returns to the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney and Cockle Bay in Darling Harbour next week from 01 to 05 of August. We here at…

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Industry works to eliminate single use plastics

July 10, 2019

The marina industries in the Asia Pacific region are demonstrating a growing commitment to the elimination of single use plastics. In May the Marina Industries Association (MIA) President Andrew Chapman…

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Record numbers at Australia Tahiti Superyacht Rend...

July 10, 2019

7th Annual Australia Tahiti Rendezvous that took place on 21 June at Marina Taina, Papeete was a great success with a 26% increase in boats and participants from the previous year’s…

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Club Marine a finalist at the ANZIIF Awards

July 10, 2019

For the second year running, Club Marine, Australia’s largest provider of boat and pleasure craft insurance, has been selected as a finalist in the 16th Australian Insurance Industry Awards in…

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Maritimo supports spinal injury research

June 9, 2019

A Gold Coast businessman and his family have had the experience of a lifetime successfully bidding for a Maritimo Racing Experience and fully catered cruise at a recent charity function…

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Azimut appoints D'Albora Marine Australian dealers

June 9, 2019

Azimut Benetti, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of production, semi-custom and full custom motor yachts, has announced the appointment of d’Albora Marine as exclusive AZIMUT dealers for Australia. d’Albora…

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Princess Yachts announce record year results

June 9, 2019

Princess Yachts Ltd, based in Plymouth in the UK, has announced record financial results, plus new records for yacht sales and employment at its Plymouth headquarters. The results make 2018…

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A bigger, better, boatier time for all

June 6, 2019

It’s that time of year again – when boating and fishing enthusiasts make their way from the sea to the city for Victoria’s largest and premier boat show. Celebrating it’s…

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Coomera River project backs major marine industry

May 29, 2019

A multi-million dollar dredging program and sediment management facility will support tourism, jobs and businesses in the Gold Coast Marine Industry Precinct by improving navigational access to the Coomera River.…

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Boat lovers counting down days to SCIBS

May 14, 2019

An action-packed program of world and national launches, ground-breaking marine technology and non-stop entertainment is set to draw more than 45,000 people to the 31st Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show…

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Steber resort vessel heading for Hayman

May 11, 2019

Steber International’s latest vessel off its Taree production line will be heading for Hayman Island after final fitout and sea trials on the Manning River. The 38ft (11.5m) flybridge cruiser…

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BRP to Acquire Telwater, Australian Leader in Alum...

May 4, 2019

BRP has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 80% of the outstanding shares of Telwater Pty Ltd Australia’s leading and largest manufacturer of aluminium boats…

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Marine export group announce new directors

April 29, 2019

The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) have announced the inclusion of two new directors to the established and experienced board. The new Directors are, Kane Bygrave from Aurora Global logistics…

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