Kapten Boats to launch new Waverider 560
Evolving from the success of the KAPTEN Boat Collar, the team at Marine Safety Innovations Pty Ltd registered the WAVERIDER design and set about building a 4.9 metre prototype for testing in genuine bar crossing conditions.
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Riviera announces its new 565 SUV
Riviera’s design team are putting the finishing touches on the second model in the new SUV range, the sleek, stylish and very spacious 565 SUV, which is due for release in May at the 2013 Riviera Festival of Boating, which is held to coincide with the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show.
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Byfield Optics Polarised Binoculars
A few months ago, I was given a pair of Byfield Optics Polarised Binoculars to test on Megumi, the 44ft custom built Assegai game fishing boat I run. A good pair of binoculars is a very handy and necessary tool on a boat, particularly if you are running in areas where there are narrow channels and beacons. More...
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Lowrance launches HDS Gen2 Touch
Lowrance, a world-leading brand in marine electronics, announced today that it has expanded its HDS ® Gen2 range, with the new wide-format, touchscreen HDS Gen2 Touch. Delivering the same award-winning benefits Gen2 Touch models incorporate new easier-to-use, wide touchscreens in 7, 9 and 12 inch sizes. More...
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Yamaha powers New Zealand chase boat
Yamaha is proud to be the power behind a brand new chase boat supporting Emirates Team New Zealand's bid to take home the America's Cup. The new chase boat, constructed by Salthouse Boat Builders, is powered by four Yamaha F300B V6 four stroke engines. More...
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Yamaha appoints New World Marine
Yamaha Motor Australia is proud to join forces with New World Marine, one of Melbourne’s largest marine dealerships. The appointment of New World Marine as a Yamaha dealership comes just in time for the Melbourne boatshow and is great news for Yamaha customers looking for quality service or new product in their area. More...
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Sea Wasp secures Australian Defence Force contract
Sea Wasp Marine Power Solutions has secured the contract to supply the Australian Defence Force with fifteen 9KVA 7.2kw, single-phase marine generators. Fitted to their LCM8 landing craft vessels based in Townsville and Darwin, these units have been custom designed to meet specific regulations and offer reliability in extreme condition More...
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Yamaha VMAX SHO arrives in Australia
Yamaha is excited to annonce the arrival of the much anticipated VMX SHO, a four stroke engine designed specifically for the high performance fishing boat market, into Australia for the first time. The Yamaha MAX SHO is available now through Yamaha's nation wide network of authorised dealerships. More...
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Lowrance & Simrad introduce new StructureScan HD
Navico has announced the launch of its next-generation sonar imaging system, the LSS-2 StructureScan ® HD. Compatible with Lowrance HDS and Simrad NSS, NSE and NSO multifunction displays, the StructureScan HD sonar imaging module offers a new dimension in underwater, picture-like displays for more productive fishing, diving, and search and recovery. More...
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Riviera officially exits receivership
Riviera, Australia’s largest and most awarded luxury boat builder officially announced this afternoon to the company’s staff and contractors that a sale transaction had been completed earlier in the day. This sale will allow Riviera to officially exit receivership and move positively forward under private ownership. More...
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Suzuki Marine continues innovation with new tiller handle
Suzuki has announced that it will be introducing an innovative all new tiller handle for its DF40A – DF115.
The new tiller handle for Suzuki’s mid-range outboards (DF40A – DF115) has been more ergonomically designed, making it easier to use. Not only does the handle now adjust to three different positions, the shape of the shift lever has also been changed, making it (more comfortable to shift) easier to grasp. More...
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Yamaha announces $500 of F60C and F70A models
Yamaha Motor Australia has announced a new promotion offering customers amazing deals on their class leading F60C and F70A models for the remainder of 2011. With awesome performance and fuel economy, and now $500 off the retail price, there really has never been a better time to consider a new boat packaged with an F60C or F70A or a repower for an older boat. More...
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Must-have Moreton Bay Identification Guide
 Looking for a one-stop handy reference guide to help you easily identify your catch? Wondering what is that weed tangled to your line? Interested in the history of significant Moreton Bay landmarks as you sail by? All of these questions can be answered by the new Wild Guide to Moreton Bay and Adjacent Coasts which features outstanding coloured photographs and detailed information in a user-friendly format. More...
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Command Respect on the Ocean
 Icom Australia will soon be releasing the Marine Commander Navigation System! With more than 50 years experience in the communications industry, Icom is now diversifying its product range to include marine electronics. Having previously released the MXA-5000 AIS receiver and MA-500TR AIS transponder, Icom has truly outdone itself with the new Marine Commander. More...
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More mileage from Yamaha
Yamaha Motor Australia is pleased to announce the launch of a new promotion designed to give customers more bang for their buck over the coming boating season. The “More Mileage this Summer” campaign offers customers a free fuel card with the purchase of all two stroke outboard motors from 2 to 40 horsepower. More...
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Suzuki and Garmin September Promotion
The most popular question at boat show when talking about engines is “how many litres per hour will it use?”. It is the hardest question to answer accurately because there are so many variables e.g. What type of hull, mono or catamaran? What length? What weight? Planing or displacement? Fibreglass, Aluminium or Poly? More...
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Recreational boating safety reforms announced
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Marine safety will be boosted under a raft of new reforms to Queensland’s recreational boating laws announced recently. One of the major focuses of these reforms is enhanced night and electronic navigation training for all new licence holders. More...
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Tacktick acquired by Raymarine
Raymarine, a global leader in marine electronics, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Tacktick from Suunto, a leading manufacturer of sports precision instruments. Tacktick, formed in 1996 and based in Havant, Hampshire UK, develops and manufactures wireless, solar powered instruments for the marine market. More...
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Gold Coast Marine Expo launched
Queensland Boating Industry have joined forces to establish a unique, not-for-profit boating experience - The Gold Coast Marine Expo, Australia's first working boat show. The Expo will be held over three days at the Gold Coast Marine Precinct in Coomera where boating enthusiasts from all over Australia and overseas will have the chance to experience a boat show like no other. More...
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Telwater introduce Vortex outboard brand
Australian aluminium boat manufacturer Telwater have today officially released Vortex, a new brand of outboard engines to be distributed amongst their dealer network as part of boat, motor, trailer packages. Telwater’s eight strong brand portfolio consists of Quintrex, Stacer, Savage, Savage Fibreglass, Yellowfin and Archer boats as well as Desert Edge Campertrailers. More...
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Simrad BSM-2 available in Australia
Delivering the most detailed mid-water definition and penetrating the deepest waters on the planet, the Simrad BSM-2 Broadband Sounder™ module is now available in Australia. Designed with serious sportfishing anglers and dedicated commercial fisherman in mind, for use with Simrad Yachting’s NSE, NSO and NSS multifunction displays. More...
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Sanctuary show brings quality buyers
International exhibitors have claimed the quality of prospective buyers at the 23 rd Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show was the best they have seen in 10 years. Mulpha Executive General Manager Alison Quinn said the strong support for this year’s Show has buoyed us as we plan forward for next year’s Show leading to the quarter century celebration in 2013. More...
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Great Easter reading
With another wet and windy Easter forecast what better way to wile away some time than reading the latest issue of Australian Travelling Angler magazine which goes onsale at newsagencies and BCF stores Australia wide on April 22. It’s jam packed with feature articles and spectacular photography from all those locations you’d much rather be such as Cape York, The Pilbara, Darwin and more. More...
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Hassle free boating with Mooring World
The team at Mooring World realise that while boating is one of the most pleasurable experiences on offer, it can also be stressful and expensive in some instances. Being keen boaters themselves they have scanned the globe to provide their clients with products and services that not only take the stress out of boating but will save you money without having a detrimental effect on the environment. More...
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Cresta forges ahead in 2011
Cresta Motor Yachts has had a very productive first quarter of 2011. Firstly, Cresta is pleased to announce that the ‘70 Motor Yacht’ will be Australasia’s first vessel to demonstrate the highly anticipated 3 rd Generation IPS, IPS – 1200. Secondly, Cresta has enhanced the styling of its 70 Motor Yacht with help from Sam Sorgiovanni-arguably the world’s leading Superyacht and Luxury Motor Yacht designer. More...
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Go Hawaiian and improve your sporting ability
Maui Jim’s current range of sports sunglasses provide both sports men and women an edge to their game due to the patented PolarizedPlus®2 technology which completely eliminates glare. Wearing a pair of Maui Jims and the glare and UV that damage eyes is instantly gone; the world’s true colours become significantly bolder, richer and more vivid. More...
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New high resolution bathymetric charts from Jeppesen
Jeppesen announced today the release of its new high-resolution Jeppesen bathymetric charts for Australian waters, growing its popular global portfolio of speciality C-MAP by Jeppesen charts. Jeppesen bathymetric charts, covering Australian coastal waters, provide an unprecedented level of details, realistically depicting the Australian seafloor. More...
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An evolution in DRY in-water mooring
Are you tired of the never-ending cycle of scraping, cleaning and painting your boat’s hull? And have you ever wondered what affect that anti-fouling paints that kill barnacles have on other marine life and our waterways? Well, if these issues concern you then take a closer look at the BoatBunker Evolution More...
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Seasafe launches portable man-overboard tracking kit
In line with their policy of continuing R & D, Brisbane based Mob & Lost-Diver Tracking and Location technology company, Seasafe, has launched their revolutionary new ‘Portable’ Man- Overboard and Lost-Diver Tracking system. More...
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BLA launches new Humminbird website
BLA has flicked live its new Humminbird website www.humminbird.com.au – complete with intuitive and informative product video footage and online Humminbird member community. The new website showcases Humminbird’s full range of units More...
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Lowrance Elite DSI available in Australia
Delivering crystal-clear, photo-like underwater detail in a high-resolution colour display, Lowrance’s new Elite DownScan Imaging™ (DSI) sonar series is now available in Australia. Comprising two models – the Elite-5x DSI fishfinder and the Elite-5 DSI fishfinder/chartplotter More...
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What is a Caninghi?
What the hell is a Caninghi? That is the question that most people ask when they hear the name of this unique new watercraft. While the name has not made it into the Oxford Dictionary yet I’m sure its creator, Ross Cook from Brisbane based Rosco Canoes, hopes it will one day be a household name. More...
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Ultimate show to reel in the crowds
Fishing, four wheel drives, campervans, trailers, big and small boats, bait, tents and sleeping bags....what more could a family want? At Queensland’s biggest outdoor show - Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show and National 4x4 Show and Outdoors Expo in April 2011, you will find all this and more. More...
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GME's new floating handheld VHF
GME, Australia’s leading marine electronics company, will shortly broaden their product portfolio with the introduction of the amazing G-Com GX660 marine VHF handheld radio.
The GX660 being fully waterproof with an IP67 rating is ideal for use on dinghies and runabouts without onboard electrical systems. More...
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3m Polycraft sheds 22kg
Since pioneering the manufacture of polyethylene powerboats in Australia back in 1998, Polycraft has delivered continual product improvement as advancements in materials and manufacturing processes have become available. This product improvement has just taken a massive leap forward with Polycraft obtaining exclusive rights to a state-of-the-art resin called Aquathene Max HD which will eventually see all Polycraft boats lighter, stiffer and more durable than ever. More...
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New VHF marine transceiver from Icom
Icom Australia is proud to announce the release of the IC- M412 Marine VHF Transceiver. It offers superb features at an affordable price. The new transceiver supersedes the IC-M411. In addition to the feature set of the previous model, the IC-M412 can also integrate with Icom’s MA-500TR AIS Transponder. More...
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World Class displays for 2011 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show
The 2011 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show has already confirmed a huge range of world releases which will be unveiled at the May 19 to 22 event this year. World launches include Clipper Motor Yachts’ release of the Cordova 45 in a world first, the latest model in the company’s semi-displacement Cordova series. More...
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Haines Group offers free engine and seaworthy checks
THE Haines Group is currently conducting free engine checks and free seaworthy checks for any boaters that had their equipment affected by the recent floods. This applies to any brands, not just those that The Haines Group manufacture or distribute. More...
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New Deck Chair from Sam Allen
Sam Allen Wholesale is proud to announce the arrival of the Garelick Designer Series Padded Deck Chair. With beautiful sewn olefin woven polyester fabric, varnished hardwood arms and an anodised aluminium frame it is clear there has been no compromise on quality. More...
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Classic Moreton Bay Cruisers
In 2009, Andrew Harper released the first edition of 'Classic Moreton Bay Cruisers' to record the history of some of the better known local boats. This collectable book showcased 53 of our outstanding local vessels and included historical contributions by Bill Wright and Peter Ludlow. More...
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The Haines Group new release: Traveller TF200
For several years the TC200 has been the top selling Traveller boat to come out of the Haines Group’s Wacol factory. A combination of incredible value for money combined with Aussie build quality and a top performing hull have made it a winner. More...
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All Haines Group boats now foam filled as standard
The Haines Group manufacture 3 boat brands from it’s factory in SE Queensland. All 2011 Signature, Traveller and Seafarer boats (moulded from 1 st October 2010) are now foam filled as standard. More...
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Yellowfin 5700 centre console - height of performance
Yellowfin plate boats are a serious contender in the offshore fishing market with a pedigree of performance statistics and features any serious fisho would be proud to own. More...
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Second generation Simrad Broadband Sounder
Simrad has launched its next-generation BSM-2 Broadband Sounder module, delivering the most detailed mid-water definition and penetrating the deepest waters on the planet. More...
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Haines Hunter stronghold in southeast Queensland
Award-winning fibreglass boat manufacturer Haines Hunter has appointed two new dealers in southeast Queensland – Leisure Marine (Capalaba) and Dolphin Marine (Buderim). More...
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Methanol power for Cresta
Iconic Australian Luxury Motor Yacht brand, Cresta Motor Yachts Limited, is pleased to announce that Swiss based company ‘Silicon Fire AG’ has taken a significant and strategic stake in the Company. More...
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Bar Crusher upgrades entire model range
Bar Crusher has updated the model numbers across its entire range of award-winning plate aluminium fishing boats having recently achieved CE certification. Inline with ISO standard for CE compliance, Bar Crusher’s model numbers now reflect the overall length (LOA) in metres. More...
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Protect what you care for
You didn't spend thousands of dollars on your boat or RV to watch it deteriorate and fade thanks to our harsh Aussie sun, so consider applying some TCnano Gelcoat Sealing to protect your valuable investment from UV radiation.
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The Ultimate Cartopper
CrossXCountry Boats recently released its 3.7CT which has set the new benchmark for cartoppers. Depending on fitout the 3.7CT weighs from just 45kg making it a breeze for a husband and wife duo to manually load onto the 4WD or campertrailer. More...
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Savage 385 Big Boy - A popular fishing favourite
Introducing the Savage 385 Big Boy, the favourite in the punts and dinghies range, built to the same engineering integrity as you have come to expect from Australia’s oldest brand in aluminium boats. More...
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JD's Boatshed powers into Queensland
In an industry that has suffered from the effects of the GFC, and recent rises in domestic interest rates, it is promising to see an Australian company that is using a strong AUD exchange rate and the power of the trailer boat / cruiser market to help lift the industry from the water. More...
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Quintrex 510 Freedom Sport - a boat for all occasions
It’s time to get yourself into a 510 Freedom Sport, one of the most versatile boats in the Quintrex range. National Account Manager Jason Boal said this popular Bowrider is for the family man and fisherman alike. It’s time to get yourself into a 510 Freedom Sport, one of the most versatile boats in the Quintrex range. More... |
Nitro Marine Stacer Dealer of the Year
 Nitro Marine is now the proud recipient of the Stacer National Dealer of the year award for the second year running. Nitro Marine has been a Gold Coast business since the early 1980’s celebrating 25 years on the Gold Coast last year. More...
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New G-Series Display range from GME
 2010 has been a very busy year for GME, and their marine division is proud to announce the release of their new fully featured G-Series range of marine displays offering exceptional value to customers who are wanting either a Combination unit (Chartplotter/Fishfinder), GPS Chartplotter or standalone Fishfinder. More...
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GME Epirb price breakthrough
 Back in 2004 Australia’s GME revolutionised the marine safety world with the award winning MT400 406 MHz EPIRB. The MT400 concept, evolutionary design and price point set a new standard in beacon design and became the benchmark to which all other manufactures aspired. More...
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Major expansion for Game & Leisure Boats
 Well known Gold Coast based boat importer and broker Game & Leisure Boats has just undergone a major expansion by moving to larger premises, employing more staff and adding several new boat brands to its lineup including sportsboats from Rinker, and the locally made Seatime 28 sportfishing boat. More...
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500 and Counting for 2BSure
 Global Marine Group is pleased to announce that it recently installed its 500th 2BSure electronic antifouling system. Since launching onto the market in July 2009 after long-term in-house testing the 2BSure system has been embraced by the boating community as word of mouth confirms that this amazing product actually works. More...
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New Dock on the Block
 Global Marine Group has just added an exciting new modular docking system called Pier Plas to its extensive range of time and money saving marine products. According to Global Marine Group’s Robert Parsonage, “The cost savings associated with this product will blow similar products out of the water.” More...
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Love to Fish - Love to Travel
 On The Road Publishing is very pleased to announce that the first issue of the new bi-monthly fishing and travel magazine – Australian Travelling Angler went onsale in newsagents and BCF stores on October 22. More...
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