More and more Australians are finding time to adventure in their own backyard, thanks to limits on traveling, put in place by the Government to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Luckily, we have some of the most incredible boating locations, right here in Australia. If you own a boat, now is the perfect chance to… READ MORE
Boating in Australia took a big hit in the wake of COVID-19, with many states placing restrictions on recreational boating and fishing. Of course, these measures were necessary, but with restrictions now easing in many states, recreational boating has started to take off again, and so have boat sales. Here’s what you need to… READ MORE
If you’re looking to buy a boat, or want to take your boat into shallow waters, then you’ll need to know what boat draft is. More importantly, you’ll need to know what your boat’s draft is, so you don’t end up running aground. Here’s what you need to know. What is boat draft?… READ MORE
When international borders started closing in March, Ben Roulant became stranded on his sail boat off the coast of New Zealand. His initial plan was to sail a roundtrip from Sydney to Tahiti, over three-weeks, with a short stop in NZ. Then everything changed. “We sailed from Sydney to the Bay of Islands… READ MORE
If you run a boat dealership, you already understand the importance of having the right cover. But, how do you know which insurance is the right product for you? And how do you balance saving on your insurance costs, with getting cover for the stuff that really matters? We’ve come up with a 5… READ MORE
Starting any new sport or activity takes courage, and this is especially the case when it comes to boating. If you’re an experienced boater, there are probably plenty of skills you easily perform on the water, which you now take for granted. But, think back to when you were just starting out. Did… READ MORE
Nothing quite beats a smooth, long cast – your lure effortlessly gliding through the air, arcing into the perfect spot. But then, the next cast is far less grand and your lure plops lazily into the water, way too close to wherever you’re standing. If you’re one of those anglers that nails it sometimes,… READ MORE
In July 2016, an experienced young sailor named Nicholas Banfield took his yacht out on the Sydney Harbour with his girlfriend. Two days later, she phoned her family in a confused state. She didn’t know where she was. A search was launched by police and friends. The small yacht was finally found off Balmoral Beach…. READ MORE
Plenty of insurance claims come to us as a result of towing incidents, which have happened on the road, the ramp or even in the driveway at home. Many of these incidents could have easily been avoided, if the person in question had taken some simple precautions. So, in the interests of keeping you… READ MORE
Insurance is a funny product. You pay for it, month after month, just so you’re covered if something were to happen to your beloved boat, your equipment or even yourself or crew members. Sometimes, it can feel like money down the drain – that is, until you actually need to make a claim. But… READ MORE