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Whether you own a tinnie, jet ski or yacht, these articles are here to help you get the most out of your boating lifestyle.

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Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Zones

Before visiting the Great Barrier Reef, make sure you're familiar with the zoning rules to plan and enjoy your trip in a reef-friendly way.

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Honda outboards: First in four stroke power

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Sea Fox 288 Traveler

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New ePropulsion Spirit 2 electric outboard motor
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New ePropulsion Spirit 2 electric outboard motor

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Explore Australia's East Coast with d'Albora Marinas

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DCH Marine: Sunseeker and Saxdor Yachts

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Beneteau Oceanis 52: New chapter for yachting icon

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How to avoid common boat fails
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How to avoid common boat fails

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Fishing runabout moored on lake edge
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Tips to save on boat insurance

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Choosing and using a tinnie

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Tips to save fuel, on and off the water

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BOAT TESTS

Surtees 770 Game Fisher
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Surtees 770 Game Fisher boat test

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Lagoon 38 Catamaran
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Lagoon 38 sailing catamaran boat test

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Riviera 5600 sport yacht platinum edition
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Riviera 5600 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition boat test

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Cantiere Mimi Libeccio 8.5 Cabin boat test

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Jun. 10, 2025

What happens when an EPIRB is activated

EPIRBs are designed primarily for marine use, although they will also work on land or in the air provided there is a clear line of sight to satellites.
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May 16, 2025

Buyers guide to Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) and AIS beacons

Personal Locator Beacons (PLBs) and AIS beacons are the devices that bring help, whether you’ve fallen overboard in the dead of night, been forced into the life raft, or need expert medical advice in an emergency.
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Mar. 20, 2025

How to understand weather forecasting

Understand what drives weather in your region to help keep you and your crew safe out on the water.
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Mar. 20, 2025

How to choose a life raft

Learn how to choose a life raft looking at factors including capacity, shape and features.
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Mar. 20, 2025

Activating an EPIRB in an emergency

Learn about EPIRB activation procedures and safety protocols to help keep you safe at sea.
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Dec. 04, 2024

Lifejackets and personal flotation devices

Wearing a lifejacket, or personal flotation device (PFD), is a simple yet vital safety measure that can significantly increase your chances of surviving an incident at sea.
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Nov. 19, 2024

Laws for boat navigation lights

By law, all vessels, whether at anchor or underway, must show navigation lights between sunset and sunrise and in restricted visibility such as fog, smoke or glare.
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Oct. 22, 2024

Marine Radio 101

Learn how marine radios operate, their advantages over mobile phones, and why VHF radios are the most common choice for coastal coverage.
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Oct. 22, 2024

Technical – safe use and charging of lithium-ion batteries

What every boat owner should know about lithium-ion battery safety.
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The newly launched 4300 Sports Express, its first foray into the open-cabin genre for over two decades. Clever small-boat space utilisation combined with big-boat amenities and luxury create a graceful stateliness that sets the 4300 apart.

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