We must live on one of the best locations in the world for boating. Whether you are looking to take ...
Things to do and see this spring
Things to do and see this spring For many boaties, Whitsundays is their home away from home for the winter months. Come spring, the migration back down the eastern coast of Australia begins. To help you on your way, we have compiled a list of things to do and see on...
8 Pro Detailer Tips for Keeping Your Boat Looking Good As New
There’s not much better than a new boat – but an older boat that looks new is almost as good! Paul from A1 Marine Matters does a lot of our detailing work – and he’s provided us with some fantastic tips for maintaining your boat. Tip 1 – Frequent washing...
What to do if your boat breaks down on the Gold Coast
Firstly, become a member of the VMR before boating Before you do any boating on the Gold Coast you should become a member of the Volunteer Marine Rescue (VMR). Associate Membership is $66 per year and includes: Assistance with grounded vessels Towing of vessels (in...
Why you shouldn’t use ethanol-based fuel in marine engines
While most of our customers are aware of the problems that ethanol-based fuels can cause in their valuable boats, we’ve noticed that a number of people who do their own engine maintenance often don’t realise that they could be doing significant, avoidable damage to...
How to rescue a man-overboard
Every now and then, we hear stories about people who’ve fallen off boats while out on the water and drowned due to improper or unsafe responses – or just plain bad luck. If you want to ensure that this doesn’t happen to a friend or family member out on your boat, take...
