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Australian Emission Standards 2018 and Marine Engines

After eleven years in the pipeline, the Product Emissions Standards Act was passed in September 2017, and all the Rules and details approved, ready for

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Out of Cruise Control

“Woohoooo!” The yell from my friend Richard as the boat zoomed along at more than 40mph said it all. Putting MasterCraft’s XT22 though her paces

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After Sauvignon Blanc, What’s Next?

Cast your line…   Sauvignon Blanc is still the most popular white wine variety consumed, accounting for the vast majority of all white wine sales

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Which Antifoul Suits Your Vessel?

Antifouling has been a mainstay of vessel owners around the world for a long time. Painted on the hull to combat the build-up of barnacles

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Barz Showcase at METSTRADE

Barz Optics, the Burleigh Heads-based sunglass company, exhibited at METSTRADE, the world’s largest marine industry trade show, in November 2017 held in Amsterdam. Barz released

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Best for Australasian Waters

Now, more than ever, consumers are expressing a preference for inflatable boats over traditional sea craft. “The market is beginning to see the extensive benefits

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Stereotyping Your Boat

What does your boat say about you?   Is your boat a shiny pair of Italian loafers, or is it more of a Dunlop Volley?

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Outboard v Sterndrive

When deciding on your boat, you will also need to consider whether you would want an inboard or an outboard engine, or an inboard/outboard. In

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Boating with a Dog

Want to take your pooch boating with you? Here are some simple do’s and don’ts to make sure your outing is a happy and stress-free

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Gold Coast: Most Liveable City

For any single one of us who call the Gold Coast home, to question the merits of its liveability seem somewhat redundant. For most of

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