Big names and new products to take centre stage at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

The show being staged from May 23 to 26 is close to full capacity and attracting many of the biggest and best marine brands. Mulpha Events General Manager Johan Hasser said: “With 85% of exhibition space already booked, we are thrilled to play host to the industry’s finest. We encourage businesses who still want to secure space to submit their applications now as we expect to finalise allocations in the coming weeks.

BIA and AIE join forces to support apprentices

The BIA has announced a partnership with the Australian Institute of Engineering (AIE) aimed at enhancing support for boating industry businesses in regional areas, improving access to apprentice training. “In our collaborative efforts to date with AIE, we’ve seen success in supporting training of apprentices in South Australia, addressing a historical scarcity of opportunities,” said BIA CEO Andrew Scott.

Yamaha Motor Acquires Torqeedo

Yamaha Motor Co. announced that it has recently concluded a stock purchase agreement with Germany’s DEUTZ AG, which owns marine electric propulsion manufacturer Torqeedo, to acquire all of Torqeedo’s shares. This stock acquisition is premised on the acquisition of the clearances, permits, etc., required by competition laws and other regulations.

New Navan Boats range launching in Australia

The Navan Boats range will launch in Australia in February 2024. The newest boat brand from the Brunswick Corporation, the Navan range will be imported exclusively by Collins Marine, the local distributor for the Arvor and the Quicksilver range of boats. The initial models from Navan, the S30 and the C30, were officially launched at the Cannes International Boat Show .

Don’t be a pain in the boat this long weekend – South Australia Police

Excitement for the Australia Day long weekend is making a splash, with SA police to continue monitoring river users while spreading water safety awareness. South Australia Police and Marine Safety Officers will have an increased presence on the water and at local boat ramps while the warmer weather continues, ensuring vessel operators are equipped with the most appropriate safety tools, including lifejackets.

Steve Austin joins the Flagstaff Marine team

Flagstaff Marine have announced that Steve Austin, often referred to as Mr Multihull, is joining the Flagstaff Marine team where he will be opening up their Far North Queensland operation. Based out of Airlie Beach, Austin will be servicing the local market as well as continuing to provide advice and guidance to his many clients both in Australia and overseas.

Spit land release set to net top marine-tourism ventures

A new marine development site at the Southport Spit has been released to market in a major boost for the future of Gold Coast tourism. The Miles Government, in conjunction with the City of Gold Coast, has opened a tender process for the Carter’s Basin site on the Southport Spit. 

Two iconic jetties in the Limestone Coast get a new lease on life – South Australia

Upgrade works on the Beachport and Southend jetties have been completed by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport to ensure their long-term structural integrity and to boost marine activity in the Limestone Coast.

New research to make boating “moor” seagrass safe

Transport for NSW is heading underwater in a collaboration with the CSIRO to investigate, design and trial different types of environmentally friendly boat moorings to make sure they are safe and dependable, as well as able to protect seagrass and other marine habitats.

News from Marine Safety South Australia 

The Marine Safety Officers will be out across the state visiting the River Murray, Yorke Peninsula, Goolwa and the metro coast to check that people are operating their boats safely and carrying all the right safety equipment. Make sure you share the water safely with unpowered vessels, such as kayaks and paddleboards, and people swimming in the water.

Preliminary report details pilot launch grounding at Port Phillip Heads

A transport safety investigation is continuing into the grounding and wreck of the pilot launch PV Corsair off Point Lonsdale, Victoria, with early evidence published in a preliminary report. Victoria’s Office of the Chief Investigator, Transport Safety is undertaking the investigation in an agreement with the Australian Transport Safety Bureau, under the Commonwealth Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003.

Swift response by Marine Rescue NSW volunteer saves adult and child struggling in water at Nambucca Heads

An adult male and young child have been saved by a Marine Rescue Nambucca rescue watercraft (RWC) operator after being spotted struggling against the tide and heading towards the ‘hole in the wall’ on the Nambucca River.

Raymarine and Azimut celebrate 30-year partnership

Azimut and Raymarine celebrate the successful and long relationship that they have cemented over the last three decades. Both Raymarine and Azimut share high product quality and technological innovation as core values and as Carlo Baj, Country Manager of Raymarine Italy points out; “Over the last decades we have grown well beyond a standard client-supplier relationship.

Navico Group announces partnership with Oyster Yachts

Navico Grouphas announced a partnership with Oyster Yachts, the leading British manufacturer of bluewater sailing yachts. As a part of this new agreement, B&G, CZone and Mastervolt will be the preferred electronics and power suppliers across Oyster’s fleet of 50-foot to 90-foot luxury sailing boats.

Harbour Classic 40, “Soda” proves the perfect family weekender

Whitehaven has welcomed new owners into the fold recently, including a very happy owner of a superb Harbour Classic 40 called “Soda”. The owner is Mark Turnbull OAM, who won gold in the 470 Class with Tom King at the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. Both Mark and his wife, Joanna grew up in boating families, comfortable around yacht clubs and boats.