Club Marine Magazine Preview

Preview of the December-January 2025 Club Marine Magazine

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If ever there was a magazine tailor-made for reading on a beach chair, a hammock or in a V-berth over summer, it’s our December-January 39.6 edition. It even includes a guide to new boating books that you can read afterwards.

New boat tests

There are no fewer than seven boat reviews, including a double-header from legendary Australian trailerboat brand Haines Hunter. Its new 620R and 675 Enclosed LTD were put through their considerable paces by tester Mark Rothfield, impressing with their ability to turn rough water into a smooth ride.

Anglers will also love the affordable Kraken from Stejcraft and plate-alloy Kingfisher 730 powercat.

On the luxury front, look for the upgraded Black Edition of Maritimo’s M600 and the Absolute Navetta 48, while the Jeanneau Yachts 55 brings some bold new ideas to the sailing scene.

Trailerboat travel destinations

Heading away these holidays? Our in-depth articles on Noosa Heads and Lake Eildon are brimming with visitor information, and the sky’s the limit when it comes to finding barra while helifishing on NT’s Daly River.

You can also learn more about the Mighty River Run, an annual charity event on the magnificent Murray.

Practical boating advice

With the peak boating season upon us, this edition offers some timely tips to make life easier and safer. Choosing a lifejacket has never been easier, thanks to a buyers’ guide by Catherine Lawson that looks at specific brands and types for all forms of on-water activity.

Chris Bell will steer you in the right direction with a better understanding of propeller effect and manoeuvring tactics in close-quarter berthing situations. Also, learn how to better care for your catch, flush your marine engine, and use your humble kill cord.

Regular columns

Among our regular columns, Road Revue checks out new towing assistance tech from Ford and drives the Hyundai Staria van as an alternative to the ubiquitous tradie ute. And from pancakes to pesto pasta, we have some recipes for summer success prepared on an Eildon houseboat. Plus, First Looks, Gear’n’Gadgets and more.

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How to launch and retrieve your boat

Al Mcglashan's tips on how to launch and retrieve your boat

What to see and do at Lake Eildon

Lake Eildon is the waterway to visit if you dream of being surrounded by rugged hills, national parks and pristine water.

Haines Hunter 620R boat test

Behind every great boat there’s often an equally great boatbuilder. In Haines Hunter’s case, John Haber has led the way for the past 25 years, making him the longest-serving custodian of a brand founded in 1959.

Haines Hunter 675 Enclosed LTD boat test

The Haines Hunter 675 Enclosed Limited Edition is one of them, its performance surpassing excellence and entering the realm of absolutely exceptional when powered by a 350hp Yamaha.

Jeanneau Yachts 55 boat test

The looks, layout and luxurious finishes are all sculpted for comfort, privacy and relaxation when you’re under sail or sitting at anchor.

Lifejackets and personal floatation 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.

Whittley boat test

Two Aussie-built runabouts that withstand the test of time and tide

How to catch marlin on the flats

Al McGlashan gives his advice on how to catch marlin on the flats

Pan-fried whiting with lemon cream sauce recipe

Ruth Harris of Zonte’s Footstep winery adapted her lemon cream sauce recipe from Nagi Maehashi’s Recipe Tin Eats version.

Travelling the Lefevre Peninsula

For a coastal escape that’s easy on the budget but brimming with activity and natural wonder, head to the Lefevre Peninsula, 15km northwest of Adelaide’s city centre.

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.

Yellowfin YF-76 Extended Cabin boat test

A production plate fishing boat that looks custom built

Marine Radio 101

The Marine Radio 101

Technical – safe use and charging of lithium-ion batteries

What every boat owner should know about lithium-ion battery safety

Candela C-8 hydrofoil boat test

The high-flying, electrifying Candela C-8 foiling runabout

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