Boating

McGlashan joins Mercury Pro Team

If you’re into fishing at any level, the chances are you’ve seen or read Al’s work. Al’s audience stretches around the world. He’s currently producing the TV series Al McGlashan’s Fish’n with Mates for Channel Nine, which is the number-one rating fishing show in Australia and also airs in New Zealand and to millions of households across the US. Al …

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Quintrex recognises its top dealers

surf coast marine top quintrex dealers

QUINTREX has congratulated its top dealers across the country by announcing the 2016-2017 Dealer of the Year awards. Streaker Marine took out the top honours of National Dealer of the Year, however, many other dealerships were also recognised for their hard work and dedication to the Quintrex brand. Quintrex account managers Nathan Shaw and Drew Jackson said each and every …

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Ocean Craft Walkaround Cabin Ultra Deep Vee

On the outside, Ocean Craft’s engineers have designed an all-new planing monohull that is a trimaran at rest, an outrigger when turning and yet looks like and remains an inflatable boat that actually retains its pneumatic properties. This has been combined with Ocean Craft’s Delayed Lift Hull, which enables the boat to tackle wind and waves head-on and allows top-level …

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Insights into boat insurance

Bush ‘n Beach has brought Nautilus Marine Insurance on board to expand the fine print and provide readers with clear, easy-to-understand and helpful tips on protecting their boating assets. Insurance cover for your boat The scenario You’ve had to bail out of that planned fishing trip with your mates. Trouble is, you’re the one who owns the boat. The question …

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Sydney International Boat Show celebrates 50th at Darling Harbour

Darling Harbour will be transformed into a dazzling spectacle for boating enthusiasts, both on the water and in the exhibition halls, with the Sydney International Boat Show set to celebrate its 50th year. The Boat Show has a great history, and its reputation as one of Australia’s premier events keeps bringing the public back year after year. The 50th celebrations …

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Whittley Clearwater 1950 fishing boat

Whittley Clearwater

WHITTLEY Marine has just released the new Clearwater 1950, a purpose-built sports fishing boat that doesn’t skimp on family comforts. It’s light enough to be towed by a large family sedan or smaller SUV and built to tackle rough conditions without breaking the family budget. The Clearwater 1950 features an innovative walk-through rear transom door, moulded fishing/boarding platforms and generous …

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Quintrex Freestyler for the whole family

new quintrex freestyler

SO you love to fish and you have a family… what boat should you buy? The first thing that overwhelms even the most experienced boat owner, let alone someone just getting their feet, is the question of what boat is going to give the best bang for buck. Especially when you’re looking for a crossover boat that does everything. You …

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Midway Marine goes single brand Mercury

midway marine mercury

FOR industry stalwarts Jim and Warwick Rann, turning Midway Marine into a Mercury-only dealership was a pretty easy decision. “Mercury has everything from 2.5hp to 400hp, the team we deal with is absolutely fantastic, and their business helps our business,” said Warwick, who is Manager/Director at Midway. A family business which prides itself on outstanding customer service, Midway Marine is …

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Quintrex expands best-selling Renegade range

quintrex renegade range 570

DUE to customer demand, Quintrex has expanded its popular Renegade range to now include 530 and 570 models. The beauty of the Renegade range is the boats are equipped with everything you could possibly need for a fishing trip without breaking the bank. The new models are the largest in the range, offering plenty of room to bring along your …

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Mercury wishes Aussie team every success at World Water Ski Champs

MERCURY would like to sincerely congratulate the dozens of Australians who are about to take part in the 20th World Water Ski Racing Championships. After an extensive four-month, seven-race qualifying process the boats, skiers, drivers and observers are now preparing in Seattle, US, where the championships will be held from July 26 to August 6. Mercury Racing regional sales manager Peter …

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