Queensland

Twin Disc awarded Seakeeper Distributor of The Yea...

March 26, 2021

Twin Disc Pacific, has been awarded the prestigious 2020 Seakeeper Distributor Of The Year Award. Twin Disc Pacific continue to lead the local boating market with gyro sales, installations and…

Brisbane Olympics would create a superyacht record...

March 26, 2021

A record number of luxurious superyachts and their A-list guests would be likely to visit Australia for a front row seat to the 2032 Olympic Games. With Brisbane now the…

Maritimo reveals new M600 Offshore Motor Yacht

March 26, 2021

Leading Australian luxury motor yacht builder, Maritimo, has unveiled the first of a series of new generation Offshore Motor Yachts set to attract global attention with a sensational, true blue…

Norman R. Wright & Sons launch new 14.2m Pilot Boa...

March 26, 2021

Norman R. Wright & Sons has launched “Siabo” the first of three new custom designed and built 14.2m XLW Class Pilot Boats for PNG Ports Corporation. “Siabo” is the first…

Riviera's largest display planned for Sanctuary Co...

March 18, 2021

Australia’s largest luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, will present its most comprehensive boat show display for 2021 at Sanctuary Cove featuring the boat show premiere of the new 645 SUV.…

SYC Trifecta at Keno & Club's Excellence Awards

March 18, 2021

Southport Yacht Club Inc. had the wind in its sails at the recent Clubs Queensland Awards for Excellence, returning to the Gold Coast with three of the top awards. Over…

Tickets released for 32nd Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

March 18, 2021

Visitors can now secure tickets to the 2021 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), held from May 20 to 23 at Sanctuary Cove on Queensland’s Gold Coast. Showcasing an incredibly…

Maritimo is geared up for a tremendous 2021

March 13, 2021

Building on its successful 2020, the award-winning Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer Maritimo is launching new models, introducing new designs, and continuing to upgrade its state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and grow…

Dynamic dayboat

March 9, 2021

Light, strong, fast and versatile, the Noosa 7 is turning heads and winning hearts. At Noosa Marine, the expert team of boat builders is crafting a sleek Noosa 7, a…

Riviera showcase at Palm Beach Boat Show

March 9, 2021

Australia’s premium luxury motor yacht builder, Riviera, will proudly showcase its flagship 6000 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition among the models on display in conjunction with dedicated Riviera representative Grande Yachts…

Defence Prime chooses Hervey Bay workboat for surv...

February 12, 2021

Innovative Hervey Bay specialist aluminium workboat builder BtB Marine has announced that their multi-award-winning Ultra Long Range 750ULR workboat “Project Indigo” is currently being equipped with state-of-the-art hydrographic survey equipment…

Marinas21 postponed, Marina of the Year Awards con...

February 11, 2021

Recreational boating is experiencing a boom right around the country with increased participation across all forms, power, sail and paddle. It is leading to growth in the industry, providing social…

Navico® at the 2021 Sanctuary Cove International ...

February 11, 2021

This year’s Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) is another big one for Navico with a huge range of Lowrance®, B&G® Simrad Yachting and C-MAP® products on display. From Lowrance, for the first…

First wave of exhibitors announced for SCIBS 2021

February 9, 2021

The highly anticipated 32nd edition of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), to be held from May 20-23 at the vibrant Marine Village on the Gold Coast, is shaping…

Riviera expands automation supporting master craft...

February 8, 2021

Riviera, Australia’s largest luxury motor yacht builder, is currently expanding the digital capabilities of its Gold Coast manufacturing facility through the extension of in-house computer-aided design (CAD) technology and the…

New Marine & Protective Coatings division at Marin...

February 5, 2021

Leading the market in boating supplies on the Gold Coast, Marine Trade Supplies at The Boat Works offer a huge range of boat maintenance products & boating accessories in a…

Maritimo eyes exciting prospects for 2021

January 31, 2021

This year is set to be an exciting and successful one for the award-winning Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer, Maritimo. On top of a strong 2020 the coming 12 months…

Princess on the move

January 28, 2021

Princess starts 2021 with full order book and new Sydney HQ. Princess Yachts NSW has moved to a new Sydney head office, relocating to the heart of Double Bay and…

Cantiere delle Marche choose Gold Coast City Marin...

January 27, 2021

The latest European shipyard to set up an Australian based sales office – Cantiere delle Marche (CdM) – has entered a strategic partnership with the southern hemisphere’s most comprehensive and…

Riviera welcomes record number of apprentices in 2...

January 22, 2021

Riviera has welcomed a record intake of new apprentices for a second consecutive year as the company heads into 2021 with the largest future orders in the company’s 41 years…

Whittley announce one year celebration weekend sho...

January 19, 2021

Whittley Queensland (QLD) have announced the new dealership’s FREE One Year Celebration Boat Show Weekend Sale on the 20th and 21st of February 2021 at The Boat Works in Coomera.…

Riviera Australasian awards recognise excellence

December 18, 2020

Riviera’s New Zealand representative R Marine Flagship has finished the year on a positive note after being name the Australasian Dealer of the Year for 2020. The Auckland-based dealership won…

The Gateway sets sail at Burnett Heads

December 16, 2020

In a show of strong support, councillors at Bundaberg Regional Council have unanimously approved a major stage of The Gateway project, an integrated marina and resort development, set to transform…

SeaPro a winner for Reef Sprinter

December 15, 2020

Steve and Cathy Sherwell opened Reef Sprinter in Port Douglas in 2005 after spotting an opportunity to provide tourists with fast, fun snorkelling trips. It turned out to be very…

Apprentice awards recognise exceptional Riviera ta...

December 14, 2020

Australia’s largest luxury motor yacht builder Riviera has announced five winners in its Apprentice of the Year awards for 2020, showcasing the depth of talent within the company’s workforce. The…

2020 - An unprecedented year for Maritimo

December 12, 2020

Australia’s leading luxury motor yacht manufacturer, Maritimo, closes 2020 with its one of its strongest ever forward order books and heightened interest in its range internationally. From beginning the year…

2021 Santcuary Cove International Boat Show launch...

December 8, 2020

The 32nd edition of the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) will return to The Marine Village from 20 to 23 May 2021, with exhibitor registrations officially opening on Friday…

World-cruising “Batavia” refits at The Boat Wo...

December 8, 2020

After more than five years exploring South-East Asia, the 41-metre Sovereign superyacht, MY “Batavia” chose to undertake a series of complex refit works at The Boat Works’ world-class superyacht yard.…

Maritimo set to compete in Rolex Sydney Hobart rac...

December 7, 2020

When the 116 year old ketch, Katwinchar, crossed the finish line in the 2019 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race after a grueling four days and six hours at sea a…

ZF's marine technology showcased in Australia

November 28, 2020

Numerous new Australian vessels have recently hit the waterways fitted with ZF’s range of Marine Propulsion Systems, featuring a wide selection of leading technology available for pleasure crafts and yachts,…