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Throughout the rebuild of this fine magazine, a focus for us has been dealer-used and interesting private vessels for sale secondhand. At times it irks some new-boat makers and sellers as a used-sale is sometimes seen as the loss of a potential new-boat buyer. Though I have tried, I often cannot convince everyone that every boat sale is a win for the industry and us, its constituents. A fast sale indicates strong demand, and with that comes the ability to ask for higher prices. Yes, that’s not great for some buyers in the short term but higher resale is a nice thing, right? And if secondhand vessels are priced close to new, buyers have more choice, more new boats will sell and more get built. Our main feature for special…

Seadogs of Yore

François Péron’s life took an unexpected turn when the Revolution hit France. Originally destined for the priesthood, Péron reluctantly signed up to defend Landau from Prussian forces, was captured, imprisoned and eventually returned to France. He was eager for a career change, so he signed up as a trainee zoologist with an exploratory expedition to Australia in 1800 and boarded a ship captained by Nicolas Baudin, and commissioned by none other than Napoleon Bonaparte. The voyage proved to be a great success and collected so many specimens previously unknown to science that they purchased an extra ship to send a boatload of stuff back to France before they continued to Tasmania. It’s said that while he was down-under Péron wrote a report to Napoleon outlining ways to invade the British…

Seadogs of Yore

Sundance Debut Wellcraft

For over 60 years Wellcraft have been driving innovation within the marine industry, which has lead to their success as one of the foremost saltwater fishing boat builders around the world. Their forward-thinking hull engineering has resonated with an ever-expanding audience, drawing many first-time boaties into the fold and nurturing a hardcore, multi-generational following. Wellcraft are now setting their sights one Australian shores as they announce a partnership with Sundance Marine, who have signed on as the brand's representative to Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania. Asia Pacific sales manager for Wellcraft, Mathilde Delfour says “we are excited to have an established dealer in Sundance Marine joining Wellcraft for 2019. The Wellcraft fishing ranges are designed by fishermen for fishing and we know there is a huge market here in Australia.…

Sundance Debut Wellcraft

Strafford-based McIntyre Equipment have expanded their catalogue by becoming Australia's exclusive importer of Tony Castro-designed Focus Motor Yachts. The first of their versatile sports cruisers to hit the market will be the Focus Power 33, which will be previewed by Sanctuary Cove Boat Sales at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show in May. Grant Flanagan, director of Hurricane Boats Australia sums it up by saying, “the Focus Power 33 is ideally suited to families, couples, groups of friends who could happily cruise, spend a day or a week onboard.” The parties involved expect that the European styling, diverse directionality and size of the Focus Power 33 will enable it to fill a gap in the current Australian market that's been left open since brands such as Mustang and Sunrunner have diminished.…

EURO PICK-UP WITH A TWIST

One of the best ways to break in a new boat is with a cruise around the Adriatic or Mediterranean. Many new owners will take advantage of the fact that their yachts are built in Europe by picking them up personally, taking a cruise and then heading all the way back to Australia. It's a big saving compared to having the boat transported before taking ownership, but the sheer distance can be daunting. Eyachts are now offering the best of both worlds, enabling new owners to pick their yachts up in Slovenia or Mallorca, for either a Croatian cruise or some Spanish island sailing. Then, they'll transport the boat back to Australia on the owner's behalf, saving on import costs. Sounds like a win-win.…

EURO PICK-UP WITH A TWIST

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) have confirmed that this year's event will feature a massive 20,000sqm of trailerboats. Though the luxury superyachts draw the attention of media and an elite few prospective buyers, the largest section of the show is dedicated to a much more accessible variety of smaller vessels that can be stored and towed. “The trailerable boat market is the fastest growing of all boat segments and one of the most exciting,” said Dominic O'Brien, sales and exhibition manager at SCIBS. The Sports, Leisure and Fishing precinct will host a number of the world's most popular brands, as well as some up and comers and boutique builders. Respected names such as Mako, Quintrex, Malibu, Tracker, BRIG, Haines Signature, Boston Whaler, Cruise Craft, Horizon, Nautique and Seafox will…

Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show

WHEN TWO BECOME ONE

Swan Super Lines (SSL) and Hurricane Boats Australia are joining forces under the banner of Sanctuary Cove Boat Sales (SCBS). The announcement comes after three decades of working side-by-side with a mutual client, Powerplay Catamarans. SSL will become an extension of SCBS and will combine their extensive internationals network to produce one of the most comprehensive and best resourced marine team in the country. Ian Swan, director of SSL, explains the partnership by saying “with Sanctuary Cove Boat Sales, we have formed a mega-marine consultancy that caters to all facets of boating. Over the years, we have worked together on many projects, including new boats, brokerage, charter and custom-builds, and this new arrangement cements our alliance.” Together they will offer a range of services from their reliable network of yacht…

WHEN TWO BECOME ONE

AUSTRALIAN SUPERYACHT RENDEZVOUS 2019

Gold Coast City Marina and Shipyard are gearing up to host the 2019 Australian Superyacht Rendezvous (ASR). The event takes place on May 17 and 18 as a lead in to Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS), shining a spotlight on the local industry and attractions for overseas yacht owners and charters. There will be around 20 of the finest superyachts in attendance, both privately owned and charter. CEO of the marina and event organiser Trenton Gay explains that the event aims to offer a glimpse into the enigmatic world of big, luxurious yachts for everyone, not just those closely involved with industry or ownership. “For some, this event will be their first experience of the Australian superyacht industry (both personally and professionally), so we wanted the event to be…

AUSTRALIAN SUPERYACHT RENDEZVOUS 2019

All Smiles at SHR

The Middle Harbour Yacht Club have crowned the winners of the Sydney Harbour Regatta, which took place in early-March. All told there were 160 entries across 18 categories, every one of which flew the Clean Up Australia flag in support of the 30th Clean Up Sydney Harbour event. The regatta comprised of 94 races and was supported by an 85-strong army of volunteers from eight supporting clubs. Winners included first-timer Jervis Tilly aboard Jackal, Chris Way's Easy Tiger VI, Patrick Delany on Powderhulk, Greg Purcell, Karyn Gojnich and the crew of Evie, and Bruce Tavener along with wife Sonia and daughters Jessica and Dana. For the full break down of the regatta's events, head to www.shr.mhyc.com.au…

All Smiles at SHR

YANMAR POWERS NEW WILDCAT

Queensland’s Wildcat Marine have chosen Yanmar’s 6AYM-WGT engines to power their newest commercial cat. The 27m passenger ferry will run seven days a week in Seychelles, East Africa, with an estimated 2,500 running hours each year. Operating speed is around 22kt, and WOT of around 28kt has been predicted. The new owner had no previous experience with the commercial grade Yanmar engines, but after visiting Australia for a week of trials he noted that they performed much better than his previous choices.…

ANOTHER MILESTONE FOR THE BOAT WORKS

The $100-million The Boat Works expansion are well and truly underway, with concurrent work on stages one, two and three of the mammoth Coomera marine precinct in progress. The latest addition to what will soon be Australia's largest marina and shipyard is the 1,000sqm Marine Supplies and Chandlery Superstore. The $2-million purpose-built facility will be a true one-stop shop for boaties, as well as a supply outlet for boat builders and related trades. With items available as single units all the way up to palette loads, the store is said to be stocking well over 5,000 products. The store's owner and director John Lance says, “We go to great lengths to stock everything our customers need for vessels of all sizes, powerboats, sailboats, multihulls, recreational and commercial. And, if we…

ANOTHER MILESTONE FOR THE BOAT WORKS

Show Stopper 2.0

Australian motoryacht figurehead Maritimo have already kicked production into gear on their new X50, ahead of the world premier at SCIBS. The new boat will join the X-Series range alongside the X60, which was a record-breaking success at last year's show, and the X50 looks to be heading down the same path. The X50 features the same racing-inspired styling that helped attract such attention to last year's release, as well as a high performance hull. It will also customisable aft space, known as Beach Club, offering versatile accomodation and water-level entertainment. The balanced shaft-drive configuration allows for excellent handling, as well as excellent below-deck experience. Vista windows allow the hard-top saloon to be an open space or a refuge from the elements, making it a truly versatile boat. The new…

Show Stopper 2.0

FUNCTIONALITY AT THE FORE

If you're looking to sink some cash into an ocean-going entertainer, then there's a good chance you'll want something that stands out in a tasteful, un-obnoxious kind of way. Whether you're a sun-lover, a technophile or just someone who appreciates well-considered design, the Galeon 640 Fly is likely to tick your boxes. This forward-thinking vessel was awarded the title of 'Most Innovative Yacht' at the 2018 Cannes Yachting Festival, thanks to its abundance of clever features that make life on board a delight. The first feature that demands attention is known as ‘Beach Mode’. This fun-sounding function manifests in the form of two additional fold down balconies that provide additional deck space and something they call a breakfast bar. There are generous lounge and dining areas on the top-deck, cockpit…

FUNCTIONALITY AT THE FORE

FUSION OF FASHION

Boating evolution is truly inspiring. While there are always fads, trends and chic styling it is often at the expense of comfort and practicality. Thankfully, some premium manufacturers offer timeless beauty such as the Belize 54. They say that quality never goes out of style, and I’ll guarantee you the Belize won’t be old fashioned in my lifetime. Practicality and technology are also advancing into brave new worlds. The marine sector has warmly embraced modern innovations such as the Volvo Penta IPS drive systems with the ease of joystick manoeuvrability. Then there’s CZone digital control and monitoring; heavily refined high-performance hulls with the latest construction techniques and material innovations, state of the art electrical componentry – including compact navigation and depth-sounding instrumentation – new-era information, entertainment and communication options, and…

FUSION OF FASHION

About the author

John Willis or affectionately known as “Bear” has been a contributor to Trade-a-Boat since 2009 after swinging over from a further 20 years writing for competitive fishing and boating magazines. He was originally trained as a boat builder back in 1977 and has enjoyed a long and quite varied career sometimes expanding into other fields but always returning to his beloved boats. Bear is by far the most qualified boating journalist in the country having long experience in the construction, wholesale, retail and even marine charter businesses. He is a qualified coxswain and a crusty old sea dog with many tales of lore up his sleeve.…

About the author

Boat owners and those who, either by inclination or situation, do not own boats are drawn to charter. Far from cannibalising the boat market, there’s a good many charter guests who'll parlay their enjoyment into ownership at some stage of their lives. And for many owners, charter allows them to put their vessel to good use when they can’t use it, keeping their crew sharp and the boat in working order, while defraying some of the costs of maintenance. Charter has broad appeal for the absolute freedom to pick a point on this blue planet and meet your private yacht there, with ‘step-on-step off ’ convenience, professional crew trained in all kinds of specialties – from massage to submersibles – and totally tailored itineraries to whet your appetite for any…

CINNAMON ICE CREAM WITH GRILLED NECTARINES

METHOD 1. To make the ice cream, heat milk and cream in a small saucepan until just simmering. Remove from heat. Whisk eggs and sugar in a bowl until light and pale. While whisking continuously, add half of the milk mix to the eggs and whisk until well combined. Return mixture to saucepan and place over low heat. Cook, stirring, until the mixture becomes thick and coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and cool mixture in a bowl. Add to ice cream churner and churn to manufacturer’s instructions. 2. Preheat grill to a medium temperature. Halve the nectarines and brush with butter, the place cut-side down, on the grill and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, once cooked brush with honey. 3. Simmer thinly sliced lemons without…

CINNAMON ICE CREAM WITH GRILLED NECTARINES

For years I have been echoing the claims of boat dealers that their more-diminutive vessels are perfect for owners wanting to step down from a larger boat into something more easily handled. And while it was believable, it had something of a hollow ring, often leaving me to feel guilty in passing on the assertion. In my heart, I wondered why anyone would forsake a roomy boat for a more cramped lifestyle? So, it was with some relief that Peter, the new owner of this very pretty Back Cove 37 Classic, restored my faith in boat sales rhetoric by affirming his choice to step down from a larger vessel. In its native America, a Back Cove is one of many brands of cruisers that owe a nod to the lobster…

Facts & Figures

OPTIONS FITTED Engine upgrade, cockpit teak and awning, docking system, icemaker, televisions in cabins, Ocean Air blinds and more PRICE AS TESTED $945,000 GENERAL TYPE Monohull Cruiser MATERIAL GRP LENGTH (OVERALL) 12.8m BEAM 4.04m WEIGHT 11.05t CAPACITIES PEOPLE 5 (night) 16 (day) FUEL 1136L WATER 454L ENGINE MAKE/MODEL Cummins QSC600 TYPE In-line 6 cylinder four-stroke turbo diesel RATED HP 600 DISPLACEMENT 8.3L WEIGHT 896kg GEAR RATIO 2.3:1 (ZF 286A) PROPELLER 4-blade Nibral MANUFACTURED BY Back Cove, Maine, USA SUPPLIED BY E Marine Sydney Superyacht Centre, Suite Q Marine Ct. Rozelle 2039 P (02) 9810 0777 W emarine.com.au…

Amasea Yachts are a new player in the boat game and so far we're liking the cut of their jib. The brand has risen out of the tried and tested mentality that if you can't find what you want, then just do it yourself. And thus, their very first design presents a fresh alternative for those who want the liveability of a motoryacht with the sea keeping credentials of a cat. As the story goes, founder Jack Wijnants (who, as it happens, actually has quite a boat-building resume) was in the market for a catamaran to cruise the world but was struck by relative high prices, low quality and lack of customisation that he says dominates the market. Unable to find a composite builder who would cater to his requirements,…

WESTERN WANDERINGS

PERON PENINSULA When viewed from the air, Peron Peninsula resembles an Aboriginal painting - rust red sand dunes with spinifex dots and birrida blotches, edged in bright white sand and swirling lagoons, surrounded by vivid blue ocean over sandy shoals patterned with seagrass meadows. The peninsula straddles the transition of two botanical zones, creating a unique mix of vegetation that is home to a rich diversity of wildlife, including many rare and threatened species endemic to Shark Bay. The sea around Peron Peninsula teems with marine fauna and schools of fish. Most of the northern half of the peninsula is covered by the Francois Peron National Park, 52,500 hectares of arid shrublands, rolling sand plains and circular depressions, bounded by spectacular coastal scenery. In 1881, north Peron was leased as…

WESTERN WANDERINGS

DEPARTMENT OF BIODIVERSITY, CONSERVATION AND ATTRACTIONS Parks and Wildlife Service - Shark Bay District 61-63 Knight Terrace, Denham P (08) 9948 2226 STEEP POINT RANGER STATION P (08) 9948 3993 E steeppointranger@dbca.wa.gov.au Radio channels UHF 16, 27 Meg 68, VHF 16 SHARK BAY WORLD HERITAGE PROJECT OFFICER P (08) 9948 2210 MONKEY MIA RESERVE P (08) 9948 1366 W www.sharkbay.org DEPARTMENT OF PRIMARY INDUSTRIES AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Denham District Office Knight Terrace, Denham WA 6537 P (08) 9948 2250 DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES (DENHAM) P (08) 9948 1210 W www.fish.wa.gov.au BUREAU OF METEOROLOGY W bom.gov.au/marine Boating weather: P 1900 955 350 SHARK BAY VOLUNTEER MARINE RESCUE Emergency contact VHF 16, 27Mhz 88 Shark Bay (VMR 675) (08) 9948 1376 Carnarvon (VMR676) (08) 9941 3613…

REGATTA CRUISER

Sirena Marine's Azuree line isn't what you'd consider if you were looking for a mindless cruiser with set and forget functionality. What we have here is a beautifully appointed, comfortable boat with high-end sailing performance. Experienced sailors will be in their element pushing the Rob Humphreys-designed hulls to their limits, while beginners will love every moment as they perfect their art on the user-friendly boats. The Azuree 41 sits comfortably between the 33 and 46 as the range's mid-sized offering. It's described by the brand as being suitable for those who gravitate towards 'indulgent cruising' as well as the die-hards with 'regatta ambitions'. It's the kind of boat you might to see on the set of a Calvin Klein photo shoot; a couple of six-packed twenty-somethings lolling about in loose…

REGATTA CRUISER

The historic whaling port of Eden is the last major town on the way down the New South Wales south coast, almost as far from Sydney (480km) as it is from Melbourne (550km). It enjoys an idyllic location on a headland (Lookout Point) that juts into Twofold Bay, the third-deepest natural harbour in the southern hemisphere, and is surrounded by Ben Boyd National Park to the north and south and Nullica State Forest to the west. Eden’s strategic location and deep-water harbour have made it one of the most important and active ports in the state – as a major whaling base, commercial fishing harbour, export hub, customs clearance port, naval warship depot, and a springboard for eco-tourism charters. Historically, the Port of Eden has been recognised as a ‘port…

EXPLORATION UNLIMITED

As one of the most popular trailer-boat brands in the country, Cruise Craft barely needs an introduction. Out of their extensive range of trailer boats, the Explorer 685 is perhaps the most talked about among current owners, prospective buyers, and those who dream to own one. This mono-hull has proven itself over the years, won numerous awards and evolved into one Australia’s top offshore fishing/family cruiser crossovers to date. “Through the years, Cruise Craft have finely tweaked the Explorer 685 to better suit serious anglers and families alike.” Through the years, Cruise Craft have finely tweaked the Explorer 685 to better suit serious anglers and families alike. A few of the significant changes include; adding a hardtop (one of the best additions in my opinion), changing the dash layout to…

EXPLORATION UNLIMITED

Facts & Figures

PRICED FROM $143,784 OPTIONS FITTED $53,400 Garmin electronics package, upgraded EasyTow custom allow trailer, upgraded LED lighting, Reelax outriggers and tubes, SeaDek 2-tone flooring, StressFree drum winch kit, dual eskys with cushions, plus much more. PRICE AS TESTED $252,980 GENERAL TYPE Offshore fishing/family boating MATERIAL GRP LENGTH (OVERALL) 7.2m BEAM 2.5m WEIGHT 2,800kg DEADRISE 20° CAPACITIES PEOPLE 7 REC HP 250hp MAX HP 300hp FUEL 310L FRESH WATER 50L ENGINE MAKE/MODEL Yamaha F300XCA TYPE 24-Valve DOHC, 4.2L V6 WEIGHT DRY 259kg DISPLACEMENT 4.2kg GEAR ratio 1.75: PROPELLER Saltwater II w/SDS - 15¼ x 18 MANUFACTURED BY Cruise Craft Boats SUPPLIED BY Wynnum Marine 31 Fox Street Wynnum, QLD, 4178 P (07) 3396 9777 E info@wynnummarine.com.au W www.wynnummarine.com.au…

PRECISION PERFORMANCE

The Buizen Yacht company was built up by its founders, brothers Eddy and Fritz, between 1980 and 2005. Their emphasis was on traditional, painstakingly produced sailing yachts for the Australian market. Then in 2005 Steve Howe took the reins and incorporated a modern design sensibility, with new emphasis on contemporary performance, while still retaining the heritage and hands on approach. Despite updates to the manufacturing process, our review boat was a year-long intensive build at a time when the company could only turn out two boats annually. The reason for this rather humble output being the exactitude by which the cabinetmakers and fabricators operate. When our reviewer stepped aboard this the Buizen 52, he was immediately captivated by the quality of the woodwork. Walnut flooring and bright American oak panels…

PRECISION PERFORMANCE

HAUL OR NOTHIN’

Here at Trade-a-Boat HQ we're firm believers in purpose-driven boat reviews. So much so that we thought in necessary to subject John Ford to a two day fishing mission aboard the Caribbean 49 for the Port Stephens Billfish Shootout – our reviewers sure do have it tough. This full-spec game boat was fitted out by Sylvania Marine for Dean Hoye and is sure to induce fits of envy from any onlooking fisho. It's packed to the hilt with fish-finding electronics, navigation, radar – it's even got a satellite receiver to feed Foxtel through to the TVs. “The monolithic custom Black Marlin tower raises its occupants more than four metres above the deck” The monolithic custom Black Marlin tower raises occupants more than four metres above the deck, not only adding…

HAUL OR NOTHIN’

ALUMINIUM ALLIES

Wait, what's that? A Kiwi boat in the Aussie Icons list? It looks like our editor, New Zealand native Captain Van Duyl has, been handing out home-town favours – or so we'd speculate if it weren't for the exquisite detail and finishing on the Dickey Semifly 32. Credit where credit's due, it's worth extending some ANZAC camaraderie to our cousins from across the way. This refined design does excellent job of fitting everything in its place. Often a lack of on-board real estate results in unusual spaces, awkward proportions and elements that look as though they've been shoe-horned to fit. This Dickey, on the other hand, maintains visual balance and ergonomic functionality, sleeping up to six people on custom inner sprung mattresses and offers versatile living spaces – all in…

ALUMINIUM ALLIES

FLASH IN THE PAN

At the time we reviewed this boutique beauty, the Elandra brand was considered an independent manufacturer. But in retrospect, one has to wonder exactly how independent they were. After spotting a gap in the market for low volume production of excessively high quality boats, a couple of Maritimo alum, namely Tom Barry-Cotter, set out to give it a go. Now you may be wondering what happened to said 'independent' manufacturer, and rightly so. Less than two years after their first hull hit the water, Elandra was bought out by Maritimo. What was once Elandra is now, in essence, known as Maritimo's X range. Despite its short run, however, the brand managed to produce a small number of immaculate builds. Our review boat featured a pristine American walnut interior, lashings of…

FLASH IN THE PAN

AUSSIE INNOVATION

Maritimo's X60 is a powerful thoroughbred that echoes the brand's racing pedigree. Designed by the Tom Barry-Cotter, son of the company's founder Bill, the sleek sports yacht presents a clever hull form and an exhilarating ride with the throttle dumped. The boat's performance under way is complemented by its comfort at rest, which can be found in a smart modular interior or out on the rear Beach Club. The fastidiously engineered sportster hit the market to great acclaim and had hungry boat-buyers champing at their bits. Such was the demand for orders that Maritimo were hardly able to keep up. Part of the appeal was the freedom with which prospective owners could customise their X60s, a rare treat in a boat of this size. By putting all the heavy engine…

AUSSIE INNOVATION

LEADING BY EXAMPLE

If you were the founder of one of Australia's pre-eminent luxury yacht manufacturers, you wouldn’t be short of choices when it comes to picking a personal cruiser. So Bill Barry-Cotter's choice to build his own Maritimo S70 was perhaps the strongest co-sign a new model could have received. The formula that produced this beauty was one part sedan sportscruiser and one part long-range passagemaker, and was originally requested by a couple of clever Kiwis. Their’s was hull number one, Barry-Cotter copped number two. Our reviewer was quick to pick up on the nuanced niceties that wooed this illustrious owner, noting the flow-through inside/outside single-level living space was perfect for the QLD climate; managing to be both roomy and suitable for long-range family living. The helm had a sporty aesthetic, which…

LEADING BY EXAMPLE

AN ENCORE PERFORMANCE

The proud Australian-made Mustang name began to tarnish in the years prior to this particular model’s release. What had once been a popular manufacturer seemed to have lost its way, building down to cost, resulting in some less-than-ideal results. Then in swept Aussie boating titan Bill Barry-Cotter, who – in 2010 – purchased the fading brand, in a move that surprised industry onlookers. Enter the Mustang 32 – the first to come charging out of the stables since Barry-Cotter took the reins. Suddenly it all made sense. With the help of his Maritimo legions, the new owner was able to correct a convoluted assembly process and start churning out quality entry-level cruisers. For a fraction over $200k the reinvigorated Mustang offered sleeping space for four, bathroom, galley and a sturdy…

AN ENCORE PERFORMANCE

LAND OF THE LONG WHITE BOW

The NorthCape 34 is a good-looking ‘fushing’ boat, no matter which way you look at it. Yep, that's right, a fushing boat. As in, Kiwi for fishing boat. And with the obligatory good-humoured dig out of the way, let's focus on the fact that this beautiful boat radiates quality craftsmanship from aft to bow. Brad Rowe of Bluefix Boatworks is the master builder behind the NorthCape 34. His exacting standards were nurtured over years spent producing custom creations for those with money to burn, which he carried over onto this more accessible vessel to produce one of the most refined off-shore fishing boats we've ever seen. All of the on deck fittings have been laid out with precision positioning to maximise the sporting experience, showing that the sleek seafarer is…

LAND OF THE LONG WHITE BOW

When a luxury yacht manufacturer release an 'affordable' model you realise that all things are relative. In this case, the 12-metre sports yacht is indeed at the more accessible end of the Riviera catalogue, but at a lofty $850,000 is still out of range for your average Joe. That being said, the Riviera 395 SUV offers a whole lot of boat for your buck and, thanks to growing interest in the sports cruiser category, has been designed with great attention to detail. The burgeoning market for this style of boat has seen an increase in cheap imports taking away from Aussie brands, which lets us look at this entry-level Riviera from another angle; rather than seeing it as a small model from a big-boat brand, it becomes clear that this…

SPLIT PERSONALITIES

It's likely that many who've been aboard a Steber weren't having a casual day on the water. That's because the trusted Aussie builder has become a go-to for government contracts over the years, which has resulted in their building many of the country's marine rescue and water police vessels. We like to believe that the pencil pushers in our public service only award such contracts to the best of the best, and though in many cases we've seen government jobs awarded for reasons not centred around merit (to put it lightly) it's easy to see that this tough Aussie boat brand have earned their place on the tax-funded payroll. But the bureaucrats aren't the only ones who've noted the virtues of this family-run operation, as our reviewer discovered in a…

SPLIT PERSONALITIES

White Pointer's 263 Hardtop is everything an offshore fishing boat should be. Twin 250hp Suzuki outboards paired perfectly with the fibreglass deep-V hull (based on the legendary 233 hull) to produce immense power with excellent handling. The big deck was kitted out with all the accoutrements of a die-hard fisho, while the helm was similarly equipped with every electronic system you could poke a rod at. All of it's functionality was wrapped with a stylish exterior. It's a seriously tough boat that was primarily marketed to commercial operators, but has since gained more and more attention from a recreational point of view. Quick Specs WHITE POINTER 263 HARDTOP PRICE (THEN) Unknown LENGTH (OVERALL) 8m BEAM 4.46m FUEL 520L ENGINE 2× Suzuki 250hp outboard ISSUE NUMBER 478 The 2015 Malibu Wakesetter…

Throughout its long history the 5.9 has been steadily upgraded from naturally aspirated to turbo-intercooled, electronically managed common rail versions. Currently the peak output is 472 brake horsepower (bhp) or 479 metric horsepower (mhp) at 3400rpm and yet developing this the engine is still reliable. A de-rated version of this engine develops 425mhp and is used in single installations to power trawler yachts such as the semi-planing Beneteau Swift 34, which – at 8.2t displacement – can reach 20.7kt at 3100rpm using 71.5L/h and cruise continuously at 14.7kt and 2500rpm using a reasonable 43.1L/h. But despite the peak output of 472bhp the maximum torque output is 1278 Newton metres, only 14 per cent higher than the long-running 330 model, for years the standard power in the Caribbean 35. The 330…

KING OF THE NORTH

As summer turns to autumn and the days start getting cooler, the thoughts of many boat lovers turn to the tropical north. Lazy days spent bobbing in secluded azure bays, warm water, white sands – this sounds extremely appealing when compared to a dreary winter in the southern states. You’ll need a boat though, and sadly the lead time from many of Australia’s top boatbuilders means buyers could be well into 2020 before setting sail. Luckily, the answer comes to us this month in the form of a near new flybridge cruiser from the esteemed Maritimo stable. Launched in 2018 and with just 66 hours on her twin Volvo Penta D11s, this M51 offers all the opportunities of a new boat (plus a swag of upgrades) but without the wait…

KING OF THE NORTH

HISTORY REPEATING

It’s not every day you come across the chance to own a genuine piece of Australian maritime history. But that’s exactly what is moored on the dock at Leigh-Smith Yachts right now – a classic timber ocean cruiser, launched by Norman Wright Shipyards in 1964. Bali-Hai II boasts the timeless lines and stylish design cues from Australia’s golden age of boatbuilding, but this grand old lady is also charter-ready and has recently undergone a comprehensive 18-month refit by her original builders. Bill Wright was just 10 years old when this fully-custom beauty hit the slipway for the first time and he was proud to oversee this latest rebuild project which focussed on retaining the yacht’s aesthetics, while modernising her structure and systems. "Bali Hai II is certainly one of the…

HISTORY REPEATING

$109-Million Ferry Heads to Denmark

Shipbuilder Austal has delivered the largest commercial ferry (by volume) the company has ever built at its shipyard in Henderson, Western Australia. Construction of the $109-million vehicle passenger ferry, Express 4, commenced in 2017 for Danish operator Molslinjen using a design based on Austal’s proven catamaran platform, but with a new optimised hull shape and vessel weight minimisation solution that the builder says delivers better performance and greater fuel efficiency. The 109m aluminium vessel has a waterline length of 105m, beam of 30.5m and a hull draft of 3.8m. It has a maximum deadweight of 1000t, and is capable of transporting 1,006 passengers on a single deck. There are two decks for vehicles, providing capacity for a maximum of 425 cars or 610 lane metres for trucks and up to…

$109-Million Ferry Heads to Denmark

New Coastguard Boat on the Way

One of the boatbuilding projects Alloy Cats (NZ) is currently busy with is a new vessel for Auckland Coastguard. The 15.5m Naiad design is to fitted out for extended multi-day patrols. It will be powered by twin 700hp Scania DI13 diesels through vee drives and shaft to give a top speed of around 30kt. Designed to spend continuous time at sea in the Hauraki Gulf, the vessel has been conceived to offer great crew comfort and easy handling. It will feature a D-shaped collar, underfloor tender stowage, and generous wheelhouse space.…

BOOST FOR MARINE RESCUE NSW

Two new Marine Rescue NSW vessels have been officially welcomed into the Central Coast fleet. Central Coast 30 is a 10m, offshore-capable Naiad design based in Terrigal. The rigid hulled inflatable was built by Yamba Welding and Engineering and is powered by twin 250hp Suzuki outboards. It was acquired for approximately $470,000. Another Naiad, Central Coast 21, is a 7.5m vessel dispatched out of Point Clare that can respond to emergencies on Brisbane Water and up to 15NM offshore. It is understood to have cost approximately $310,000. Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Stacey Tannos said the Hunter-Central Coast region was one of the state’s busiest in terms of marine rescues this past summer. “Central Coast rescue crews responded to 50 incidents in two months, including nine life-threatening emergencies,” Commissioner Tannos said.…

BOOST FOR MARINE RESCUE NSW

Ten new Australian-designed rigid-hulled inflatable boats (RHIB) have been handed over to Indonesia’s national search and rescue agency, Badan Nasional Pencarian dan Pertolongan (BASARNAS). Designed by Western Australian firm Southerly Designs, the 10.7m ‘Viper’ class boats represent the first significant deliveries of RHIB style vessels from both designer and builder, Strategic Marine. To date, the vessels have been delivered in two variants with 17 delivered for the Indonesian Navy, the foundation customer, and a further 15 delivered for BASARNAS. The original specification called for a RHIB type vessel capable of 45kt with seating for 12 passengers, two crew and space for a forward weapons mount, delivered at an economical price. Following on from the Navy orders, the BASARNAS variant reduces seating to six and removes the weapons mount, enabling greater…

AUSTRALIAN DESIGN HEADS FROM THAILAND TO CARIBBEAN

The latest ferry design from Queensland-based Sea Speed Designs has been shipped off to the Caribbean. The 29m high-speed aluminium catamaran was built in Thailand in accordance with Lloyds Register SSC Code for hull and is also in accordance with the US Coast Guard, Sub Chapter K requirements. It is suitable for 149 passengers internationally and up to 300 passengers for domestic coastal services. The lower deck has 195 economy-style aircraft seats plus sunken lounge seating in the foredeck area. The upper deck house has 36 leather VIP business class seats inside and 58 seats outside. The main cabin also includes a small servery. To provide speeds in excess of 30kt, she is powered by twin 1650hp Baudouin V12 diesel engines. Propulsion is through conventional prop/shaft, fixed propellers and mini…

AUSTRALIAN DESIGN HEADS FROM THAILAND TO CARIBBEAN

Phoenix Rises to the Top

A boatbuilder based in Nowra has been contracted to build a new vessel for marine park operations. Phoenix Boats secured the contract to design, construct, fitout (mechanical, electrical and safety equipment) a 7.85m vessel for the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries following a competitive tender process. The contract value is just under $245,000. To be constructed and certified to Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) 2C survey requirements, the vessel is to be used for operations in the Solitary Islands Marine Park. The park extends north from Coffs Harbour to Sandon River along about 75km of coastline.…

Captain Cook Goes Yachting

Captain Cook Cruises has introduced another new vessel to its Sydney Harbour fleet. The most recent addition is not a ferry but a charter motor yacht. The company describes AUSPRO as one of the most luxurious super yachts to operate on the east coast of Australia. The vessel is a 27.6m, Italian-designed Azimut 88 that underwent a $2-million refit in 2015. Captain Cook Cruises is offering it for short and long term charters, with capacity for up to 40 guests on Sydney Harbour, 12 guests for coastal cruising, and eight guests for overnight cruises. Accommodation includes a master stateroom with queen size bed, private lounge and two en-suites (one with a spa bath); and two guest staterooms. One of these has a queen size bed and en-suite, while the other…

Captain Cook Goes Yachting

New Boat Launches New Careers

New Zealand boatbuilder McMullen & Wing has delivered a 24m mussel farming vessel. Kukutai was commissioned by Whakatōhea Mussels, a mussel farming business in the Bay of Plenty that is claimed to be the world’s most offshore green shell mussel farm. To respond to the challenges posed by the extreme environment, Whakatōhea Mussels commissioned a very particular vessel to suit daily operations. Designed by Oceantech this 24m long, 8m wide aluminium vessel has innovative bilge keels, said to provide both directional stability for bar crossings and roll damping for work on farm. As part of the project McMullen & Wing created a trainee employment programme for Opotiki school leavers, and now has three full-time permanent young staff learning a career in boat building.…

New Boat Launches New Careers

Karumba Transhipper Back Running

New Century Resources is now shipping zinc concentrate from its restarted Century operations through the port of Karumba, Queensland. To enable this the company refurbished and upgraded both the port facility and concentrate transhipment vessel Wunma (pictured). Wunma returned to Karumba in October last year after completing refurbishment activities. The vessel had sailed to Papua New Guinea after MMG Limited ceased operations at Century in late 2015. There, it was docked for care and maintenance. New Century initiated its refurbishment program in the first quarter of 2018. Custom-built for the shallow waters of the Norman River channel, Wunma is used to transfer 5,000t parcels of concentrate to export ships anchored in the Gulf of Carpentaria. It takes approximately 12 hours for the vessel to load, transport and discharge concentrates and…

DARWIN BUILDER IN LINE FOR FERRY CONTRACT

Darwin-based aluminium design and fabrication company Custom Works is understood to be the preferred tenderer to supply a new inter-island ferry to the Tiwi Islands Regional Council (TIRC). A confidential report seeking “approval from Council for the purchase of a new inter-island two-car and passenger ferry with trailer from Custom Works” was presented to a Council Meeting in late February, however no public statements have been made at the time of writing. The Tiwi Islands Regional Council (TIRC) currently operates a single vehicle and passenger landing craft (known as the interisland ferry, pictured) which plays a crucial role in connecting the two Tiwi Islands, Bathurst and Melville. Last year it issued a tender that seeks to enable the operation to upgrade to a two vehicle and passenger landing craft. The…

DARWIN BUILDER IN LINE FOR FERRY CONTRACT

WA Gets ‘New’ Port

Pilbara Ports Authority has added new cargo capacity to its ranks with the final handover of the Port of Ashburton. Located 12km south-west of Onslow, the port’s foundation construction was funded by the Chevron-operated Wheatstone Project under a State Development Agreement. The port includes 312 hectares of common-user area, an infrastructure corridor and 250 square kilometres of port waters. In October 2017, the commencement of LNG exports from the facility marked the transfer of the channel and navigation areas to Pilbara Ports Authority’s management. The remaining port infrastructure has now transferred to Pilbara Ports Authority, and will be re-developed from a construction support facility to a general cargo port, operating as a common-user facility to support trade and industry throughout the region. Pilbara Ports Authority currently oversees operations at the…

WA Gets ‘New’ Port

Joint Patrol Finds No IUU in Southern Ocean

The Australian Fisheries Management Authority (AFMA) reports that no illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing vessels or activities were detected during a recent joint patrol of the Southern Ocean. Two AFMA fisheries officers participated in the joint patrol with the French Navy on board French frigate Floreal, which operated out of the French naval base on La Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean. FS Floreal was deployed to undertake a range of civil and military operations, including patrolling both Australian and French territories in the Southern Ocean. AFMA officers are regularly deployed on multilateral patrols to manage responses to any IUU fishing activity that may be encountered in the Southern Ocean including Australian waters, such as the Heard Island and McDonald Islands (HIMI) Fishery. AFMA officers are authorised under the…

NEW WATERJET RANGE FOR WORK BOATS

Rolls-Royce has unveiled a new range of Kamewa waterjets following more than three years research and development. It says the new A5 Series improves upon the popular FF range of Rolls-Royce Kamewa waterjets by providing greater thrust with a more compact inboard footprint. Geared towards smaller boats and craft up to 25m in length, the A5 series is manufactured from aluminium and available in seven sizes with power outputs between 100kW and 1230kW. The A5 will eventually replace the FF range and size 29 will be first to hit the market. Speaking at the A5’s official unveiling, Fredrik Appel, Rolls-Royce General Manager Product – Waterjets, said: “The A5 is a completely new product, which is developed on the same design principles as our renowned steel series. All aspects of the…

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