Submissions open for the Marinas24 Innovation Showcase

The Marina Industries Association (MIA) has opened submissions for the Marinas24 Conference and Exhibition Innovation Showcase.  Following the success of the inaugural Innovation Showcase at last year’s Marinas22 conference, Marinas24 Conference Chair Mike Harvey CMM commented “The Showcase plays an important role in providing the industry with new solutions to existing problems. 

Gold Coast Marine Careers Open Day 2023: A Resounding Success!

A remarkable air of excitement lingered at the Coomera Marine Precinct as the curtain drew on the Gold Coast Marine Careers Open Day 2023. On behalf of industry and delivered by Marine Jobs, the inaugural event surpassed expectations and delivered results, confirming its success among stand holders, presenters, and attendees alike.

New Port Stephens Marine Rescue vessel named in honour of long-serving volunteer

Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington has welcomed a new $667,000 Marine Rescue NSW vessel, which provides a significant boost for the Port Stephens community. Ms Washington was joined by Marine Rescue NSW Deputy Commissioner Darren Schott to officially commission Port Stephens 30 to the Marine Rescue NSW fleet.

Learn and Earn with Stabicraft

After four dedicated and hardworking years, Jorja, Katie and Brittany are ready to complete their boat-building apprenticeships at the end of 2023.  Their journey into the world of boat building began when they stumbled upon the boat-building apprenticeship during their high school years. Flexible hours and the chance to earn while they learn quickly drew them to join the Stabicraft team.

Yamaha returns to the Melbourne Boat Show 2023 – Something for all at their interactive display

Yamaha Motor Australia will make a return to the Melbourne Boat Show on 26-29 October, showcasing its range of cutting-edge marine technologies on-water and within the Expo arena. The event will take place at the iconic Docklands precinct in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, and this year marks the 61st year of the prestigious event.

Wooden boats and skills on show

The 61st Melbourne Boat Show, running 26 to 29 October at Docklands, will for the first time include a Heritage and Wooden Boat precinct, featuring classic timber vessels, restored boats and small craft. Among the businesses and craftspeople on display is The Victorian Wooden Boat Centre, a 1,400-square metre workshop that happens to be located at the waterfront venue.

On-water drug and alcohol testing to be introduced in WA

Amendments to the Western Australian Marine Act 1982 allowing drug and alcohol testing on Western Australian waterways have been introduced to State Parliament ahead of the staged implementation of the long-awaited reforms. The new laws will bring the State in line with jurisdictions across Australia, and deliver a consistent safety message to skippers and drivers.

Composite Technology makes GoBoat green and efficient

Electric boat hire company, GoBoat won the inaugural Sustainability in the Boating Industry Award at the 2023 Sydney International Boat Show, recognising its success attracting new people to boating and its low-emission boats. Easy to operate and affordable, GoBoat operates a fleet of 80, 5.35-metre electric boats in six locations, with a team of 70 involved in the business.

Garmin strikes a chord with new fishfinder range

Garmin’s new Striker range of fishfinders offers anglers high-end technology at an entry-level price. Combining CHIRP traditional sonar, CHIRP DownVü and SideVü technology, along with a built-in high-sensitivity GPS receiver, these units are powerful tools for freshwater, estuary and inshore anglers fishing from kayaks and smaller boats up to around 5m in length.

New Skills and New Friends Made at the Seawind & Corsair Pittwater Regatta

On the 6th & 7th of October, the annual Seawind & Corsair Pittwater Regatta brought together a mixed fleet of 15 multihulls travelling from Brisbane, Port Stephens, Sydney and Jervis Bay to participate in a weekend of fun and social sailing in an event that has more than 20 years heritage.  With fresh conditions forecast for Friday, the flotilla assembled near the Basin that afternoon for the first of three races to get underway.

John and Ellen Bruno’s life-changing journey with Riviera

When John and Ellen Bruno discovered Riviera in 1999, they couldn’t have imagined how life-changing it would be. Riviera gave Ellen a new confidence on the water. Now they spend nearly half the year aboard their 5400 Sport Yacht, Black Tie Affair, and the best is yet to come.

Highfield shares future plans

Highfield dealers from all over the Asia-Pacific region gathered at the company’s headquarters in Weihai, China for the annual Highfield Boats Asia-Pacific Dealer Conference and awards.  Victorian dealer, Sundance Marine took out the 2023 Highfield Boats Dealer of the Year Award.

Australia’s new America’s Cup campaign announces 17 sailors for squad

A squad of 17 of Australia’s top performing sailing women and youth athletes have been revealed by Team Australia Challenge Patron John Bertrand AO to spearhead the nations return to the America’s Cup in the Youth and Puig Women’s Regattas in 2024. Among the squad are medal winning Olympians, world ranked sailors, multi-national and international champions in fleet and match racing and SailGP trailblazers.