Bali 4.4 ‘Halyna’ – Life on Board
Syndicate shareholders Peter and Avril Bristow tell us what life is like on board. “The thing that gets us every time is when we anchor in a bay is the design of this yacht. She swings to the breeze, we…
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Jeanneau Yachts 55 arrives down under
Jeanneau’s latest innovative yacht design has arrived in Australia. The long awaited Jeanneau Yachts 55 features a unique deck and cabin layout, with the two aft guest cabins completely isolated with their own companion ways, helms mounted further forward than…
North Technology Group (NTG) adds Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails
Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails will sit alongside other NTG brands, including North Sails and Southern Spars North Technology Group (NTG) continues to expand its family of best-in-class marine brands by adding two of the world’s most respected sailmakers, Doyle…
Sailing Parlay Revival Episode 272
SV Parlay is a hurricane damaged 2012 Lagoon 450 Catamaran bought in Tortola, BVI at the beginning of 2018, after Hurricane Irma. Colin and his friends spent 4 months getting her seaworthy, before setting sail across the Caribbean. They then…
40 Years of the ARC
2025 marks the 40th edition of the Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC), which has crossed the Atlantic from Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to the Caribbean every year since 1986. When the 2025 rally concludes in Saint Lucia, over 8,000 boats…
For Love and the Sea – Jutta Townes
If you love a nautical story, then check out this just about to be released book. A memoir of extraordinary travel in the1960s A fascinating, lyrical, and very personal memoir of love and adventure before the days of GPS and…
Enter your boat for the 2024 RMYC Broken Bay Timber Boat Festival
Festival dates: 2-3 November 2024 Enter your boat and share your passion for classic timber boats, at the only dedicated event for timber boats held annually in Sydney. Located on the beautiful Pittwater at the award winning RMYC marina, the…
Inaugural X-Yachts Aurum Cup
X-Yachts Australia is pleased to announce the inaugural X-Yachts Aurum Cup to be held from Middle Harbour Yacht Club on the 21-22 June 2024. The X-Yacht Aurum Cup 2024 will feature a; Kevin Wallis, Managing Director of X-Yachts Australia &…
Superyacht Australia hosts ultimate Endless Summer crew party of the year
Superyacht Australia has retained the reigns of hosting the “Crew Party of the Year” on the Superyacht Australia calendar of events, with 87 captains and crew from thirty-one yachts currently residing in Sydney Harbour. The abrupt onset of stormy weather…
Lagoon Unveils the Lagoon 43 – Could this be the next best-selling catamaran?
The number one catamaran manufacturer Lagoon is proud to announce the launch of its latest masterpiece, the Lagoon 43. Crafted in collaboration with world renowned architects and designers, the Lagoon 43 is a testament to the evolution of naval workmanship…
KISS 2024 is open now to “Count Her In”
Yes it is on again! The third running of the Keelboat Introduction to Sailing Savvy (KISS) program is now open for registrations. The KISS program initiated by Queenscliff Cruising Yacht Club’s (QCYC) first female Commodore Lee Renfree, was launched in…
Digital chart for Quinns Rocks in WA
Charting a safer course off our coast By WA Department of Transport Skippers navigating the coast off Quinns Rocks are the first to benefit from the Department of Transport’s (DoT) digital transformation of its nautical chart series. DoT Maritime Executive…
Australian Premiere of the new Hanse 510 at the Pittwater Sailing Yacht Show
The award-wining Hanse 510 will headline Windcraft Yacht’s impressive line-up of yachts at next month’s Pittwater Sailing Yacht Show. Windcraft will also display the latest models from its other well-known European marques Dehler, Moody and Solaris in what’s aimed at being a much more relaxed…
Seawind 1170 on Display at Sanctuary Cove Boat Show 2024
The all new Seawind 1170 will make its official Australian boat show debut at the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show May 23-26 with exclusive distributors, Multihull Central. In a new major strategic move for the Australian owned manufacturer, Seawind has opened…
Smart circumnavigation – Lagoon 440 Catamaran Impi
By Cyclops Marine Meet Brent and Ana. Last year, they won our Magic Number video competition. Since then they’ve completed their first circumnavigation onboard their Lagoon 440 Catamaran ‘Impi’. Now they’re getting ready for their second! We caught up with…
2024 Pittwater Sailing Yacht Show!
Welcome to the 2024 Pittwater Sailing Yacht Show! View all the new yachts from Jeanneau, Beneteau, Excess, Grand Soleil, X-Yachts, Bavaria, Hanse, Dehler, Moody, Elan, and Viko over three days, April 5th-7th. This simultaneous event is a new initiative of…
The wait is finally over – Lagoon 60 First Look
Rowan from TMG Yachts travelled to France to witness the premiere of the cutting-edge Lagoon 60, where innovation meets luxury. With unique side access and an expansive aft terrace, this catamaran redefines cruising comfort. Innovative Access Uniquely the Lagoon 60 offers opening sides…
Windcraft presents award-winning sail and power line-up at 2024 Auckland Boat Show
Leading importer Windcraft Yachts will showcase an impressive contingent of highly regarded brands at this year’s Auckland Boat Show, including two very different but award-winning sailing designs the Moody DS41 and the Hanse 460, while the RYCK 280 outboard powered…
Maltese Falcon following her refit
We just put up a link to the Christana O restoration, but Boat International have also publish some images of the Maltese Falcon refit, which although a bit more modern are none the less beautiful. Launched in 2006, the project…
Oyster World Rally fleet transits the Panama Canal and gets ready for Galapagos
Thursday 14 March 2024: With over two years in the planning, the Oyster World Rally fleet 2024-25 has now transited from the Atlantic to Pacific Oceans via the Panama Canal. However, what is normally a relatively simple procedure, with timings known well…
Christina O
Boat International recently ran a story by Daniel Pembrey on the restoration of Aristole Onsassis’ classic yacht Christina . If you have a few minutes spare, grab a coffee and have a read. It’s a great story, with a great…
Seawind 1170 Australian Debut at the Seawind Display Days
The all new Seawind 1170 will make its official Australian debut at the Seawind Display Days 1st and 2nd of March at Multihull Central in Annandale between 10am to 4pm. This is only hull number two of this brand new…
Windcraft signs exclusive dealer agreement with Contest Yachts
Windcraft Yachts forges exclusive new partnership with renowned Dutch marque Contest Leading Australian and New Zealand yacht importer Windcraft will represent Contest Yachts in the region after an exclusive dealership agreement was signed at boot Düsseldorf 2024. The recent announcement…
TMG Yachts – Lagoon 40 Open Day
When: February 23rd 10:00 am – 02:00 pm Where: The Quays Marina, Church Point What: See the Lagoon 40 Join TMG in Sydney and explore the Lagoon 40. If you want a chance to see the incredible Lagoon 40 and chat with our team, this is your…
Sail Away at The Auckland Boat Show with The Yacht Sales Co
The Yacht Sales Co incorporating Multihull Solutions is once again showcasing an extensive range of sail and power yacht brands at New Zealand’s biggest boat show, the Auckland Boat Show from 14-17 March 2024. Representing the world’s finest brands, including…
Start gun goes on Oyster World Rally 2024-25
Monday 15th January 2024: Twenty-one Oyster yachts crossed the start line of the Oyster World Rally at Nelson’s Dockyard, Antigua, yesterday afternoon. The Governor General of Antigua and Barbuda, Sir Rodney Williams, fired the cannon to the 27,000-mile, 16-month adventure that will take…
A Journey with the Lagoon 42 – Owner Story
Discovering Adventure, Community, and the Ultimate Seafaring Lifestyle With Lisa and Greg Lisa and Greg share their experiences as proud owners of the Lagoon 42 in a candid interview. Their story is one of discovery, adventure, and the joy of…
Inspect the Bali 4.4 at Lake Macquarie Yacht Club
Be Unique – Own a share in the new Bali 4.4 ‘Halyna’ this summer Sail Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens, Newcastle (visit the Hunter Valley), Pittwater and Sydney during this summer. Relocate to Queensland and the Whitsundays next April for the…
Corsair TRI-Sailing Day at RMYCPH
Multihull Central and Corsair Trimarans in partnership with the Royal Motor Yacht Club of Port Hacking are pleased to announce a TRI-Sailing Day on the 16th of December between 10am-2pm. We invite all those interested in testing the exhillartion of sailing…
ARC+ 2023 – Line Honours for Nessun Dorma
Italia Yachts 15.98 Nessun Dorma (ITA) first to finish in 11 days, 18:01:49 Inspired by his motto, ‘Never sleep. Life is too short. Push to the limit’, Andrea Neri and the all-Italian crew on Nessun Dorma (ITA) completed their very first transatlantic…
RAND Spirit 25 and Leisure 28 Sydney Harbour Experience
Sydney Harbour, with its stunning vistas and pristine waters, is an iconic boating location and made for the perfect place to launch the RAND range Downunder. If you’re dreaming of cruising the magnificent waterways Australia has to offer we want…
WHALES OF THE WHITSUNDAYS – marina supports the region’s bid for Whale Heritage Site certification
The World Cetacean Alliance has developed a program to formally recognize and accredit destinations across the globe to become Whale Heritage Sites. The initiative certifies destinations that support and demonstrate the importance of cetaceans (whales and dolphins) in their ocean…
The first of the Longreach Power Catamarans Launch
Sydney, Australia With over two years of design, development, and construction, the first of the Longreach power catamarans take to the water. Here is our first look at the stunning new Longreach Expedition ‘Sunrise III’ days after launching from Ocean…
BIA Media Statement – Beeby Inquest Findings
The NSW Coroner is seeking as much awareness as possible amongst the boating public to the safety issues raised in the Beeby Inquest on the 2020 drowning of yachtsman Alan Beeby off Seal Rocks. The Coroner’s Office has asked BIA…
Unveiling Luxury – Eyachts NEW Sydney Showroom
Eyachts, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of the group’s new showroom and headquarters in Warriewood. This marks a significant milestone for our company as this is our third office in Sydney. OPENING EVENT – 23RD NOVEMBER 3:30PM-6:30PM Located…
Lagoon 46 Viewings
Join TMG on the Gold Coast and explore the Lagoon 46 or join an Inspire and Learn experience with Joe. If you want a chance to see the incredible Lagoon 46 and chat with our team, this is your last…
ARC 2023 – White Sail Start for ARC 2023
38th Atlantic Rally for Cruisers sets sail from Gran Canaria A light southerly breeze and bright sunshine accompanied the 156 yachts in the 38th Atlantic Rally for Cruisers as they departed Gran Canaria bound for Saint Lucia, 2700 nautical miles…
Cyclops Marine partners with Arcus Wire Group as exclusive distributor in Australia
Arcus Wire Group are excited to announce that we have been appointed exclusive distributor for Cyclops Marine in Australia! Please see the official announcement below. As exclusive distributor we can now offer our sailing customers across Australia access to the…
The first HH44 Catamarans Launch
Sydney, Australia – 17 November 2023 The HH44 was met with enthusiasm and rave reviews at the Cannes Yachting Festival when it made its international debut last month. Throngs of visitors came out to see the HH44, declaring it “spectacular”,…
BIA launch latest Discover Boating campaign
The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) has today launched its ‘See You Out There’ advertising campaign as part of its Discover Boating initiative. With the peak boating season approaching, the three-month campaign is set to inspire and welcome new participants…
