Mark Rothfield

Content Director

Club Marine Content Director Mark Rothfield is a highly respected and award-winning veteran of Australian marine journalism, with a career spanning more than 45 years as a writer, editor, photographer, videographer and on-air presenter.

As a 17-year cadet reporter, Mark began writing a syndicated weekly boating column for Fairfax Newspapers that ran continuously until 2020. He was the youngest-ever editor of the former Modern Boating magazine (1989-2001), head judge for the Australian Boat of the Year awards (1996-2001) and a selection panel member for the Australian Sailor of the Year Awards.

Mark is a genuine all-rounder, vastly experienced in evaluating both power and sail craft of all sizes while also specialising in highly informative and authoritative technical articles. He has contributed to Club Marine Magazine since 2007, taking on his current full-time role in 2022. He brings a wealth of fresh ideas and unbridled passion to further enhance Club Marine Magazine’s standing as the boating industry’s premier publication and video source.

He learned to sail at the age of 4 and, when away from the keyboard, loves nothing more than spending time on his trailer sailer, cruising in his 5.4m RIB, windsurfing, fishing and more.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Clearing the way for marine salvage teams

Boating trips don’t always go to script, with factors such as sudden weather changes, hidden reefs, collisions, equipment failures and human fallibility all potentially bringing crews unstuck and keeping insurance and salvage teams on their toes.

How to catch marlin on the flats

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

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.

Whittley boat test

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

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