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Maybe you know a lot about sailing, but do you know all you need to know for cruising? Are you up to date with the latest sailing aids? safety systems? Technology? Do you know all about snubbers, sentinels, Med Hooks? If the answer is no or maybe, then attend the Cruising Masterclass at the Sydney Boat Show, 3/4 August. You'll never regret it. It's free in the inaugural year but must be reserved ... [more]  

Squid - Do I eat them or use them for bait? Sometimes I can’t decide by Gary Brown, new south wales , 12:38 PM Mon GMT
Chasing squid back in my very early days was mainly so that I could use them for bait when targeting snapper, kingfish and mulloway. Now days I can’t seem to make up my mind as to whether I am going to use them for bait or eat them. ... [more]  

$5m in grants available for boating infrastructure projects by Roads and Maritime Services, , 4:20 AM Mon GMT
The call has gone out for applications from councils, boating clubs and community groups for boating infrastructure projects under the Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) Better Boating Program (BBP). ... [more]  

The Australian International Marine Export Group (AIMEX) and the Australian Made Campaign are joining forces to promote the marine export and superyacht industries. ... [more]  

Berthsuite.com offers online ease for boaties by Brent Rohrlac, , 4:02 AM Mon GMT
Launched at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Berthsuite.com is a web-based booking system designed to provide boat owners with an incredibly fast and easy to use method of booking their next berth or mooring – whether last minute or up to 12 months in advance. ... [more]  

Sirocco Marine launches new BRIG website by Propel PR, , 3:43 AM Mon GMT
Leading inflatable boat distributor, Sirocco Marine, has launched a new website for BRIG Australia - www.brig.com.au ... [more]  

In search of Albacore - Part 2 by Jarrod Day, Melbourne , 4:17 PM Sun GMT
Last week we looked at Part 1 of targeting Large Albacore and this week we take a look into the tackle and tactics required to be successful. ... [more]  

So many winter options! by Lee Brake, Mackay, Queensland , 4:02 PM Sun GMT
This week Lee Brake helps you decide how best to beat those winter doldrums in North Queensland. He tells you what species to chase depending on what the weather and tides are doing so that you can effectively plan your next weekend on the water. ... [more]  

Britain's Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is concerned by Joanne Groenenberg, MCA, 9:46 PM Sat GMT
Britain's Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is concerned - and other safety-oriented organisations may well be too. The MCA is concerned because they are aware of the development and marketing of hand-held non-pyrotechnic devices or Electronic Visual Distress Signals (EVDS) that are being offered as alternatives to pyrotechnic flares. ... [more]  

Sail-World Site Upgrade by The Editorial Team, 10:17 PM Fri GMT
Please note this site is currently undergoing an upgrade and for next few hours, while we have the latest news, some of the stories from over the last week won't be displayed. These will all appear in a rush shortly. So if you are looking for news from the last few days, please log back on later. ... [more]  

Positive changes to fishing regulations announced by Ministry for Primary Industries, , 8:37 AM Fri GMT
Primary Industries Minister announces positive changes to fishing regulations Nathan Guy, Primary Industries Minister, has announced changes to regulatory controls of some of New Zealand’s most valuable fisheries, including a decision to extend consultation on the Otago/Southland Paua fisheries review. ... [more]  

Elderly fisherman rescued from icy lake by Ken McManus, , 7:48 AM Fri GMT
Volunteers from Marine Rescue Kioloa and Ulladulla rescued an elderly fisherman last night from the icy waters of Burrill Lake in the Illawarra after a four-hour search. ... [more]  

The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has announced that recreational boating in the US has an annual economic value of US$121 billion. The industry’s rising tide supports 964,000 American jobs and 34,833 businesses, generates US$40 billion in annual labor income and drives US$83 billion in annual spending. ... [more]  

Parasitised fish favour one side or the other by Australian National University, , 3:51 AM Mon GMT
Fish that have parasites attached to their heads possess a stronger preference for left or right when facing a T-intersection, giving them an edge when it comes to escaping predators, research from The Australian National University (ANU) has revealed. ... [more]  

Chaparral Australia has un-wrapped its latest Xtreme wake machine just in time for this week’s Melbourne Boat Show. ... [more]  

WARNING against electronic flares by Sail-World Cruising, 2:08 AM Mon GMT
Britain's Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) has warned all sailors and other boaters that electronic flares will NOT substitute for the traditional pyrotechnic flare, while US Coastguard has commissioned a study. ... [more]  

Lobster poachers taken into custody in Miami-Dade by FWC by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, , 9:43 PM Sun GMT
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) law enforcement officers took two men into custody June 2 for poaching spiny lobsters in Miami-Dade County. The men illegally possessed 468 wrung lobster tails. ... [more]  

Sydney's Henri Lloyd is holding the Winter Sample Sale with up to 80% off of the original RRP of men and women's discountined lines and both marine and lifestyle collections. The sale commenced on May 24th and will be on until Saturday, June 8th. ... [more]  

As the sponsor of the MarineBusiness-World Pavilion, for the last three years at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, its clear that we believe in boat shows ... [more]  

Access to rivers Latrobe and Avon improved by Ian Rowe, , 8:06 AM Tue GMT
Upgrades to the access of the Avon and Latrobe Rivers good news to recreational fishers ... [more]  

Mackay Marine Festival celebrates third year by Marine Queensland, , 3:42 AM Tue GMT
Buying local is the theme of the 2013 Mackay Marine Festival with more home-grown exhibitors providing the very best in local sales and service than ever before. ... [more]  

From their regular position at Sanctuary Cove, Collins Marine – a 13 year veteran of this Queensland show – had great response from its two marques on display: the Arvor Weekender and two models from new brand, Quicksilver, the 605 Open and the 640 Pilothouse, kitted up with a 50hp 4-stroke outboard. ... [more]  

Zodiac celebrates 74 years as the name in inflatables *Feature by Jeni Bone, 8:35 PM Mon GMT
The name in inflatable craft since 1934, Zodiac has spent the past 74 years innovating. Now, as the market becomes more crowded with competitors, the pioneer has evolved to meet a new era of consumer demands, while retaining the hallmarks of quality and innovation the brand was built on. ... [more]  

Robalo, the outboard fishing boat range from Chaparral, will be on show for the first time at the Melbourne Boat Show. ... [more]  

Boat Show action aplenty on the SuperStage by Greg Shoemark, , 7:44 PM Mon GMT
The 2013 BIA Melbourne Boat Show will have a non-stop feast of entertainment, education and prizes on the TrailerBoat SuperStage from 14 to 17 June at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre. ... [more]  

Yamaha Launches Yamaha Dollars Promotion by Yamaha Motor Australia, , 7:37 PM Mon GMT
Yamaha Motor Australia is pleased to announce a new promotion offering customers unmatched value when buying one of Yamaha’s high quality four-stroke outboards. ... [more]  

Game & Leisure Boats has announced a fantastic new promotion in conjunction with Grady-White, offering exceptional savings across the range of their purpose built sport fishing boats. ... [more]  

Class with a smile - Robalo R200 by Jarrod Day, Melbourne , 3:14 PM Mon GMT
Last month we took the Robalo R180 for a test run and put it through its paces and this month we decided that we wanted something a little bigger to explore. I’m not sure what he was thinking, but Scott from Chaparral, Victoria was more than happy to pass on the keys to the next model in line, the Robalo R200. ... [more]  

Ball sinker down onto the bait by Gary Brown, SYDNEY , 4:31 AM Mon GMT
I have found that over the years that this particular rig would have to be one of the least that has been used when it comes to bait fishing, which I find very strange. The ball sinker that slides directly down onto the top of the bait would have to be one of the most effective rigs that I use off the shore, the rocks and out of a boat. ... [more]  

Going vertical for mackerel by Lee Brake, Mackay, Queensland , 2:41 PM Thu GMT
The mackerel season has begun in North Queensland and this week Lee describes how by using vertical jigging techniques you can catch more mackerel and have more fun doing it! We all love a feed of fresh mackerel but there's no doubt that they can be frustrating fish to catch at times. ... [more]  

Winter quick tripping for tuna by Lee Brake, Mackay, Queensland , 1:42 PM Thu GMT
This week Lee Brake is looking at the ideal species for those quick trips on winter mornings, the spool burning tuna! He reveals how if you're after a bit of adrenalin to get the blood pumping back to those cold extremities, then these are the fish for you! ... [more]  

Baby Billfish – A winter warmer in the West by Ben Knaggs, Exmouth, WA , 2:46 PM Wed GMT
Around most of the country, the onset of winter spells the end of the summer game fishing season. The warmer, southward flowing currents of summer ease off come mid May, and the waters south of the Tropic of Capricorn become too cold for most of our large, pelagic predators. ... [more]  

Snapper breeding is something to celebrate by Vic Coalition, , 8:12 AM Tue GMT
Port Phillip Bay recorded the best snapper breeding results last summer in eight years. This means that recreational fishers should expect better catch rates in the years to follow. ... [more]  

Victorian rivers trout fishing season closes soon
New President at the helm of BIA NSW
All aboard for BIA Melbourne Boat Show
25 And Counting: the 2013 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show *Feature
Raymarine launches new gear: gS Series displays & Dragonfly Sonar/GPS *Feature
Marine Auctions - great results, positive feedback *Feature
Fishing and the Internet
Chasing the humble whiting.
Jeanneau Merry Fisher - the versatile all-rounder *Feature
Sanctuary Cove Int'l Boat Show - Day 4 marina views (part 2)
Integrity strikes a chord with Baby Boomers *Feature
Sanctuary Cove final day wrap up - sales success!
Sanctuary Cove Int'l Boat Show - Day 4 marina views (part 1)
Boat Show presence is crucial, but . . .
Plan to ban fishing in zones of Biscayne National Park dropped
Boneless fish fillet in eight easy steps.
The eight steps to being a better angler
Sanctuary Cove Int'l Boat Show - The boats on day 3
Sanctuary Cove Int'l Boat Show: Pictorial - Faces and places of day 3
Sanctuary Cove Int'l Boat Show: Pictorial - The view from above
New Maritimo S50 destined to be popular - SCIBS release   
Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show - Interview with Domenic Genua   
Sanctuary Cove Int'l Boat Show: Pictorial - Faces of the show, day 2   
Sanctuary Cove Int'l Boat Show - Gadget and display images from day 2   
Riviera reveal new model, insurance product and blueprint for growth *Feature   
Warrnambool Magistrates Court - Stiff penalties on abalone cases   
Sanctuary Cove Int'l Boat Show - Day 1 marina images   
Sanctuary Cove Int'l Boat Show - Day 1 festivity images   
FLIR cross Princess Leia with an Imperial Stormtrooper + Video   
Chaparral on show at SCIBS *Feature   
Navionc´s SonarCharts a fishing dream   
Team wild cat lands first place - First annual billfish bonanza   
Dangerous surf conditions for mid NSW coast   
Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show - starts tomorrow!   
Momentum builds for the 2013 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show   
Horizon P110 topped off with the ultimate sportscar!   
Clipper to launch lobster style sedan series   
Huchwilco New Zealand Boat Show goes close to all time record   
Darwin’s night life   
It’s a gut feeling: Lessons learnt from fish autopsies   


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