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Is this is how electric boats will look?

May 17, 2021

Yesterday, (May 11) marked a moment in history, as the first time a flying electric motorboat raced a flying sailing yacht. Both designs use hydrofoils that provide superior speed and…

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Discover and explore the Whitsundays this winter

May 14, 2021

With Australian’s making the most of domestic travel, the cruising yachts are making their way up the Queensland coast to enjoy a winter cruising season in the tropical north. With…

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Alexander Marine readies for boat show debuts

May 14, 2021

The team from Alexander Marine Australia will exhibit a stellar line-up representing Ocean Alexander and Galeon Motor Yachts, at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, 20 to 23 May. Among…

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Ramping up to improve boating at Point Richards

May 13, 2021

The popular Point Richards boat ramp on the Bellarine Peninsula (Vic) is set to get an additional 50 car-trailer parking spots, to improve parking and enable more people to use…

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Officers net illegal native fish trade in Mildura

May 12, 2021

A joint investigation with NSW Department of Primary Industries Fisheries has uncovered the illegal take of Murray cod and golden perch from the Murray River and their subsequent sale to…

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The Sunseeker 'famous five' world premiere

May 11, 2021

Sunseeker has officially revealed the Sunseeker ‘Famous Five’ in a magnificent, all-new display of the Manhattan 55, Predator 55 EVO™, 65 Sport Yacht, 88 Yacht, and 90 Ocean together for…

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Global Launch | Maritimo M55 Flybridge Motor Yacht

May 9, 2021

Leading Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer Maritimo, is set to unveil the most anticipated new model release in its company history, with the Global Launch of the new M55 Flybridge…

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ZF Marine launches 2-Speed outboard transmission

May 8, 2021

ZF Marine presents its new 2-speed transmission, an industry-first, as part of the new V12 Verado Outboard engine developed by Mercury Marine. After four years of partnership and collaboration, the…

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Global recognition for Wyndham Harbour Marina

May 8, 2021

Wyndham Harbour Marina (Vic) has received elevated Gold Anchor ratings from the Marina Industries Association (MIA) in recognition of recent facility and service investments. Wyndham Harbour Marina was presented with…

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Trailerables and marine technology take centre sta...

May 7, 2021

The 2021 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) – held from May 20 to 23 on the Gold Coast – will feature a stellar showcase of trailerable boats, as well as…

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Beluga crowned Yacht of the Year in Ocean Awards

May 7, 2021

M/Y BELUGA¸ a 34.7-metre Moonen based in Port Douglas Queensland, has been crowned Yacht of the Year in Boat International’s Ocean Awards for 2021. The award, in its first year,…

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RQYS upgrades pay dividends – Awarded 5 Gold Anc...

May 6, 2021

As a result of a program of significant upgrades in recent years, the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron (RQYS) has been awarded with a 5 Gold Anchor accreditation by the Marina…

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DuFlex the Key to Speed and Stability

May 4, 2021

ATL Composites has supplied DuFLEX Composite panels and KINETIX high performance epoxy systems for the latest designs from Norman R. Wright & Sons for two new custom designed Pilot Boats…

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Mercury powers Force Boats new Eight Seat Supercar

May 4, 2021

World-renowned high-performance boat builder Force Boats has just created a more sociable and family-friendly version of their world championship-winning F21 ski boat. Force has spent over 25 years cultivating a…

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Gold Anchor award adds to RGYC's achievements

May 4, 2021

The Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC), situated on the shores of Corio Bay in central Geelong, plays an integral role in the community, providing facilities to members and boaters, including…

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2021 Club Marine Marina of the Year finalists anno...

May 3, 2021

The 2021 Club Marine Marina of the Year Awards will be held on Tuesday 25 May 2021 at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia in Sydney. The awards are usually…

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Top Easter boating spots around Sydney Harbour and...

March 29, 2021

The Easter weekend is always a great time for boating in Sydney, with the Autumn weather generally bringing warmer water and clear, crisp days. The team at Boatlife Society are…

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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…

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Yanmar tests maritime Hydrogen Fuel Cell System

March 26, 2021

Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. and its subsidiary Yanmar Power Technology Co., Ltd. have conducted a field demonstration test for the maritime fuel cell system on March 24, in Oita, Japan.…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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World’s fastest all-electric passenger ferry to ...

March 26, 2021

The all-new foiling Candela P-30—the world’s fastest all-electric passenger vessel—will hit Stockholm’s waterways in 2022, shuttling passengers to and from the archipelago above the waves without wakes, noise and CO2…

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Bellingham Announce retirement of John Spragg

March 25, 2021

After 25 years of exemplary service, John Spragg, Bellingham Marine President of Australasia and the Middle East, has announced his retirement effective July 1, 2021. Following his retirement, he will…

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Sydney Festival of Boating

March 24, 2021

The Boating Industry Association yesterday launched the Invitation to Exhibit for the Sydney Festival of Boating to be held at Darling Harbour (29 Jul – 1 Aug). This event will…

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Catching up with Maritimo owners around the globe

March 23, 2021

Late in 2020 Maritimo ended the year on a strong note, with a single shipment loaded with six luxury motor yachts, headed to their overseas owners and now those owners…

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Sealegs rolls Out lightweight amphibious tender

March 23, 2021

Sealegs International Limited has announced the release of the world’s most compact amphibious production boat. At just 3.8m overall length, the new tender will be powered on land with a Sealegs electric amphibious drive system and is designed to bring amphibious boating to the yacht tender market. Weighing less than 450kg and a height…

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Big weekend for Cockle fishers at McLoughlins Beac...

March 22, 2021

A recent weekend operation by Fisheries Officers at McLoughlins Beach in Gippsland (Vic) saw many recreational fishers lawfully collecting cockles, however some illegal activity was reported with catches seized. Victorian…

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Riviera owners support Team NZ in Cup defence

March 20, 2021

A flotilla of 90 Riviera luxury motor yachts and more than 600 Riviera family members and their guests made a spectacular sight as they cruised through Auckland Harbour last weekend…

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Mercury Racing 450R makes it a force to be reckone...

March 19, 2021

World-renowned high-performance builder Force Boats has just created a monster. And Rod Bickerton and his crew couldn’t be prouder. The latest creation from the company based at Lower Portland on…

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