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Right about the time I am writing this, I should have just stepped off the Sirena 58, Galleon 500, 510 and 640; the new Horizon FD80 and my favourite boat of the recent past, the RP100 I sampled in Taiwan in January. Maritimo would have presented inf

Princess Yachts Australia has announced it is expanding into New South Wales, with Sean O’Doherty and David Jensen appointed as the exclusive dealers for the brand. Greg Haines, Dealer Principal of Princess Yachts Australia, said of the move, “NSW is

It’s hard to imagine that anything untoward ever happened in the shimmering, transparent waters near Esperance, WA. And while perhaps nothing bad has originated there, some malignant flotsam has drifted in occasionally. Anderson, an African-American

Riviera have launched the latest addition to their Sports Motor Yacht collection, the 64 SMY, in the lead-up to the vessel’s world premiere this June. The 64 SMY has been purpose designed and engineered for blue-water cruising and long-term liveabili

Stage one of Sanctuary Cove’s multi-million-dollar marina upgrade has been completed. Featuring three new piers, one of which is dedicated to superyachts, the upgrade is set to offer 6-star marina facilities for recreational vessel berth-holders. Fol

The death of a 48-year-old seafarer fallen overboard from fishing trawler K-Vern this May in the Sunshine Coast has prompted the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) to remind commercial vessel operators and crew to wear lifejackets while work

Underwater boat lighting brand Lumishore have tested Propspeed’s Lightspeed coating and say it protects underwater lights and does not degrade lumen output or change the lighting’s colour. The transparent coating, designed to protect underwater asset

Club Marine have launched a new video series that aims to help existing and potential members understand their Pleasure Craft Insurance. The videos are specific to the main boat types that Club Marine can insure and explain the key elements of the in

Say what you will about the state of the US these days, they do make some good lookin' boats. The trouble is, despite their recent avant-garde political stylings, the Aussie dollar remains relatively sluggish, making American-made boats hard to justi

German brand Alva Yachts, founded earlier this year, are launching a range of sustainable catamarans, sailing yachts and luxury floating homes. Company founders were inspired to develop sustainable yachts through their belief in the necessity of deca

It's easy to see why Queensland's south-east is such a popular boating destination – good weather, beautiful beaches and easy access to everything a boatie could wish for. It's as though the entire coastline was purpose-built for pleasure cruising. S

Kevin Smith grew up fishing and boating on the waterways of Zimbabwe, fighting off crocodiles, hippos and lions in his spare time, before venturing to South Africa. Much to his parents’ disgust, after graduating Kevin started work as a diving instruc

There are boats that blow you away. Then there’s the latest Axopar 37 Suntop Revolution. That’s all I could say, thinking back to the childlike smirk I had after testing this adrenaline-packed beast of a centre console from Europe. Now, there are als

When it comes to touring the world, the latest trimmings and technologies are a definite bonus, particularly if they are wrapped up in sleek lines and luxurious finishes. Enter the Sirena 88, the newest, and largest, offering from Sirena Yachts. With

Established over five decades ago in 1969, Azimut’s heritage is all the more outstanding because this family company is still owned and run by founder Paolo Vitelli. Initially, the business, headquartered in Viareggio, Italy, chartered out sailing bo

Being in control of your vessel at all times is essential, especially when in close confines of marinas, narrow bays and fast-moving waterways such as rivers. Add to this the differing characteristics of each vessel, and it can mean challenging scena

Surrounded by lush rural landscapes and the sparkling waters of Lady Bay, Warrnambool is the largest provincial city on Victoria’s south-west coast, midway between Cape Otway and the South Australian border. With a population of around 34,000, it pun

LOCAL REVIEW Bali 4.3MY The 4.3MY is the first power model in the Bali range of cruising catamarans built by Catana in south-west France. This 2019 boat reflects the growing market for these spacious boats, as company design engineer Yann Chabaud ex

Debuting at the 2019 Cannes Yachting Festival in September, the CX270 joins an already impressive range from Italian yacht builder Invictus. With its solid teak woodwork, shiny polished steel features and white leather seats, you could be forgiven fo

Australia claims the third largest marine jurisdiction of any nation on Earth — 13.86 million sq. km — more than double the size of its land mass. We have sovereign rights over much of this vast area of ocean, along with the fishery, mineral and petr

For larger houseboats powered by four-stroke outboards, this petrol genset makes good sense. Why have the weight and expense of a diesel genset and different fuel aboard when there's a petrol alternative? Or have to deal with mechanical engine contro

There are many factors to consider when looking to invest in a boat; visual appeal, comfort versus luxury, practicality versus pizzazz, layout, and overall performance. However, a really key matter not always given enough thought is how easy is the b

Norman R. Wright & Sons to build new aluminium catamaran for Queensland Department of Environment and Science. Mauritian Prime Minister launches new multipurpose support vessel built in NSW. Ferry operator TT-Line Company announces the move of Spir

Earlier this year, PFG Group delivered a new Aquatruck Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) to Parks Victoria. Designed by One2three, the vessel is 7.9m overall and 2.5m across the beam. Operating with two crew, it can carry another six personnel and 14

Norman R. Wright & Sons has been selected by the Queensland Department of Environment and Science to build a new 17m aluminium patrol catamaran. Wrights were chosen after extensive evaluation following a competitive Invitation to Offer process that a

Immediate indications that this is a very special 86-foot motor yacht come from the powerful forward hull sections featuring sizeable securely fitted anchors beneath an upswept gun’l line. Available right now and ready for long distance cruising or c

Ferry operator TT-Line Company will move its Victorian port operations from Station Pier, Port Melbourne, to Corio Quay, north of Geelong. A new 12 hectare dedicated site will include a purpose-designed passenger terminal building, a passenger vehicl

The Mauritian Prime Minister has officially launched the third vessel constructed by New South Wales boatbuilder Steber International for the government of the Indian Ocean island nation. Acquisition of Investigator II, an 18.6m multipurpose support

Shipbuilder Incat Tasmania and South Korean coastal passenger transport company Seaworld Express Ferry have announced an order for a new fast ferry. The 76m high-speed wave-piercing catamaran will accommodate up to 700 passengers and 79 cars when it

The Fijian Navy’s work on patrolling the nation’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), among other important tasks, is expected to be further enhanced following the handing over of RFNS Savenaca, a Guardian Class patrol boat, built by Austal. Prime Ministe

Kevin Green reviews a compact Euro with flair in the Jeanneau NC37, James Dumergue takes at look at the second Whitehaven Harbour Classic 40 to land in Oz, Chris Whitelaw looks into the spooky Bermuda triangle as well as the Bellarine Peninsula, Grah