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By Rebecca Jones

Rebecca Jones

Rebecca Jones brings over 25 years of expertise in both the marine and IT sectors. Drawing on her diverse background, she co-founded Yacht and Boat and launched the innovative marine technology platform Boat Deck. A lifelong ocean enthusiast, Rebecca’s passion for boating and travel fuels her commitment to advancing the marine industry.

Mercury Milestone Moments

Mercury Milestone Moments

For more than 70 years Mercury hasn’t just been building the best engines possible – we’ve been creating unforgettable moments on the water. Every boat lover has had them, those perfect points in time when everything’s just right.

Experience the VIP Treatment at SCIBS 2013

Experience the VIP Treatment at SCIBS 2013

THE 25th ANNUAL Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) is catering to high end visitors, for the first time offering an exclusive VIP ticket option at this year’s Show. Running from May 23 to 26,

Beneteau Yachts to Invade Rotto for Annual Regatta

Beneteau Yachts to Invade Rotto for Annual Regatta

Western Australian Beneteau Dealer, Squadron Marine Brokers, will soon host up to 40 Beneteau owners, crew and guests for their annual Rottnest Island Beneteau Cup. Saturday April 6 will see the fleet take to the waters around Rottnest Island

Game and Leisure gets First Grady White and Great Awards

Game and Leisure gets First Grady White and Great Awards

Australia’s foremost game fishing boat retailer, Game & Leisure Boats, has just confirmed the sale of the first Grady-White 360 Express into Australia, due to arrive for the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May.

Hooker Boats 6mtr Pro Fisherman Series II NEW RELEASE

Hooker Boats 6mtr Pro Fisherman Series II NEW RELEASE

Hooker Boats 6mtr Pro Fisherman series II NEW RELEASE Hooker Boats 6mtr hull is nothing new; it is a proven performer in rough waters, widely used in the commercial fishing market, is known as a TI commodore in the Torres Straits and has been around for about twelve years. So no use in reinventing the wheel, however there was improvement to be had with the layout and deck, so available now, the 6mtr Pro Fisherman series II model. Higher sides, molded floor, large forward storage which can be insulated, large under floor fuel, insulated helm seat, under floor kill pen, new console and large floor area, it is hard to go past the Hooker 6mtr for fishabilty and performance. The 6mtr Hooker is famous for tackling 20 knot winds at cruising speed with is narrow hull, based on Navy ships and will outperform most boats in of this size in rough water with its deep vee performance and being fiberglass, absorbs the shock. All Hooker Boats hulls are free of timber and are also foam filled. For more information, contact Hooker Boats on 0740417171 or visit www.hookerboats.com

Hooker Boats 575C NEW RELEASE

Out now, the new 575C cuddy cab by Hooker Boats.

Three exclusive multihull launchings at Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

Three exclusive multihull launchings at Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

The 2013 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show will be the stage for three official Australian multihull launches including the Catana 42, Fountaine Pajot Hélia 44 and the redesigned Summerland 40 Trawler.

Rohan Veal New Owner at 38 South Boat Sales in Melbourne

Rohan Veal New Owner at 38 South Boat Sales in Melbourne

Previously operating as Vicsail Melbourne and owned by well-known yachtsman Terry Oakley, 38 South Boat Sales is the exclusive Victorian importer for Jeanneau and Archambault sailing yachts, Jeanneau power boats, and Prestige luxury motor yachts.

Riviera owners bring out their ‘Inner Child’ to help Western Australia’s sick kids

Riviera owners bring out their ‘Inner Child’ to help Western Australia’s sick kids

Donning colourful character costumes such as, the Smurfs, Priscilla Queen of the Desert, Top Gun, The Wizard of Oz, Alice in Wonderland and the Addams Family, 80 owners and their guests on board 21 Rivieras got into the spirit of the Splash