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BOATING'S NOT JUST A HOBBY, IT'S A LIFESTYLE

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

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.

July 15, 2024

Bennington L23 Swingback boat test

A full-featured party pontoon boat for family day boating.
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July 15, 2024

Bar Crusher 670HT boat test

Bar Crusher’s 670HT is a gladiator among hardcore fishing rigs.
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May 09, 2024

Makocraft 445 Commander Pro boat test

An affordable first tinnie for bay fishing.
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Aug 03, 2023

Top lifestyle boats

From a watertoy to a picnic cruiser, here are 10 top picks for boating boomers and late bloomers ... or for anyone looking to up- or downsize their boat.
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June 08, 2023

Refuelling a boat or jet ski

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May 10, 2023

Oceanworx Axcess 5.3 Centre Console boat test

A new alloy offering from boutique trailerboat builder Oceanworx.
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Mar 01, 2023

Bella 600R boat test

The Bella 600R is a centre-console runabout for all forms of family watersports.
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Stabicraft 1450 hero image

Jan 02, 2023

Stabicraft 1450 frontier profish boat test

The smallest model in Stabicraft’s alloy pontoon range is big on stability.
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May 25, 2021

Stabicraft 1550 fisher boat review

Stabicraft are known for their toughness and durability. The 1550 Fisher is no exception.
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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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