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Will your boat float?

September 12, 2019

Whether buying a second-hand boat or preparing to dust off your old vessel for summer, Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) says all boats should be properly checked before heading out on…

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Lake Eildon Boating and Fishing Show launched

September 12, 2019

Regional Victoria will host its first major boating event with the official announcement of the Lake Eildon Boating & Fishing Show this spring. The Lake Eildon Boating & Fishing Show…

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Inaugural boating event with unique features

September 10, 2019

Anticipation for the inaugural Horizon Shores Boat & Marine Show is building, with just over a month to go until a boat show unlike any other. Presented by Unified Events,…

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Waterways users study key to future planning

September 6, 2019

Building a better understanding of movements on the city’s waterways network will help the Gold Coast Waterways Authority (GCWA) improve planning to accommodate a growing population and rising boat ownership.…

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Boating industry calls for powered water craft bal...

August 31, 2019

The Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIAV) has condemned Mornington Peninsula Shire Council for, what it calls, ongoing public attacks on a family activity and for its anti-powerboating agenda. “The…

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Brisbane Show closes promising busy boating season

August 26, 2019

The Brisbane Boat Show closed last night having delivered a new round of optimism for the marine industry. With over 70 businesses presenting a broad variety lifestyle options for visitors,…

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Lake Eildon Boating and Fishing Show exhibitors an...

August 20, 2019

The 2019 Lake Eildon Boating and Fishing Show is set to become a key event on the Victorian Boating calendar with Steve Walker, CEO BIAV announcing the initial batch of…

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Fishing Master Class included with entry to Brisba...

August 13, 2019

23 – 25 August 2019, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre South Bank For anglers who enjoy either the open waters off the coast or prefer our inland waterways, the Brisbane…

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National 4x4 Outdoors Show & Fishing Expo set to g...

August 12, 2019

Australia’s biggest-ever National 4×4 Outdoors Show, Fishing & Boating Expo is set to open its doors on Friday. To be staged again at the Melbourne Showgrounds, the 2019 event will…

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Serious business and leisure at Brisbane Boat Show

August 12, 2019

As many as 450 boats from more than 50 exhibitors located across Queensland and beyond will fill 20,000m² of the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre as the Brisbane Boat Show…

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Sanctuary Cove's OutdoorX attracting top brands

August 9, 2019

The inaugural OutdoorX is set to deliver on its promise of being an interactive spectacle for adventure-seekers, with big-name brands jumping at the chance to showcase their products in a…

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New speed limits announced for Coomera River

August 9, 2019

A report released by the Gold Coast Waterways Authority (GCWA) earlier this month suggests that access to the Coomera River and the broader waterways network will be enhanced by new…

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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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Sydney Boat Show opens tomorrow 1 - 5 August

July 31, 2019

The Sydney International Boat Show commences tomorrow (Thursday 1st) at ICC Sydney and Cockle Bay marina at Darling Harbour, with doors open from 10AM. From tomorrow and continuing through the…

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Brisbane Boat Show 23-25 Aug. presents world class...

July 29, 2019

Hundreds of boats from more than 30 exhibitors based in Queensland and across the country will fill 20,000 square metres of the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre at South Bank…

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Brisbane Boat Show attracts a range of Exhibitors�...

July 26, 2019

Queensland’s most comprehensive recreational marine event opens from the 23 to the 25 August at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre South Bank, and is attracting the world’s most recognised…

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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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Survey of boaters and fishers gets underway

July 10, 2019

A new survey of recreational fishers and boaters gets underway this month to better understand the social and economic value of these pastimes in Victoria. Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) CEO…

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Adventures abound at Sydney Boat Show

July 10, 2019

The Sydney International Boat Show, 01 – 05 August at the International Convention Centre Sydney, presents an impressive line-up of speakers, each with their own tales of adventure and achievement,…

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Lake Eildon Boating and Fishing Show

July 5, 2019

The Boating Industry Association of Victoria is now taking applications to exhibit from marine industry providers at the inaugural Lake Eildon Boating and Fishing Show. The Lake Eildon Boating and…

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Sydney International Boat Show attracts local prem...

July 3, 2019

The Southern Hemisphere’s biggest boat show, opens from the 1st to the 5th of August at the ICC Sydney and Cockle Bay at Darling Harbour, attracting the world’s most recognised…

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Volvo, ABB and Chalmers study fast charging-at-sea

June 29, 2019

Collaboration will assess possible solutions for fast charging in marine applications. The feasibility study will assess if electric charging technology used on Volvo Buses’ electric bus routes could be adapted…

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Sydney International Boat Show returns to ICC Sydn...

June 26, 2019

The Sydney International Boat Show returns to the International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney and Cockle Bay in Darling Harbour from the 1st until the 5th of August 2019. The show,…

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Tickets go on sale for premiere outdoors expo

June 19, 2019

Tickets for the 2019 National 4×4 Outdoors Show, Fishing & Boating Expo in Melbourne 16-18 August have now gone on sale. Australia’s premier outdoors lifestyle exhibition, will once again showcase…

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Possible fire risk with Torqeedo outboard batterie...

June 19, 2019

Torqeedo GmbH, Gilching, has announced that they have determined there is a possible safety risk in connection with the batteries fitted to the outboard motors in their ‘Travel’ and ‘Ultralight’…

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Vic State Budget delivers $47.2M boating bonanza

June 9, 2019

The Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIAV) is delighted with recreational boating investments contained in the recent 2019-20 Victorian State Budget. “The Andrews Labor Government has delivered an unprecedented level…

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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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Adelaide Boat Show a full house for 28-30 June

June 5, 2019

Hundreds of boats from more than 40 exhibitors based in South Australia and across the country have booked the allocated floorspace at the Adelaide Convention Centre to capacity, as the…

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