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Expert’s guide to storm safety
Posted February 4, 2025
Boating safety experts share some important advice about how to prepare your boat for a storm, what to do if you are caught out on the water during a storm and key safety considerations for post-flood waters.
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Catching up with Maritimo’s Tom Barry-Cotter
Posted August 2, 2021
Maritimo’s Director of Design Tom Barry-Cotter talks about his design inspirations and their latest luxury motor yacht, the M55.
NSW inland fishing competitions
Posted August 2, 2021
This spring a couple of events on the Teams Fishing Australia tournament calendar are sure to be well attended, with great gear and cash prizes on offer for competitors.
A Fresh Face for Nautilus Marine Magazine
Posted August 2, 2021
After many years of creating Nautilus Marine Magazine, we are proud to present a new-look in our August-September issue. While we have refreshed our design and editorial direction our intent remains the same: to provide you with the best read about all things boating and lifestyle across Australia and New Zealand.
Nautilus Marine Insurance announces exciting new partnership with the Marina Industries Association
Posted August 2, 2021
We’re passionate supporters of the marine industry here at Nautilus Marine Insurance. Which is why we have proudly teamed up with the Marina Industries Association (MIA) as its Official Insurance Partner.
Aussies fly the flag at FLIBS
Posted November 27, 2018
Superyacht Australia showcases local marine businesses in Florida. Following a successful Monaco Yacht Show, Superyacht Australia hosted a number of local superyacht businesses at last week's Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) in Florida.
Female sailors shine at 2018 Australian Sailing Awards
Posted October 23, 2018
Wendy Tuck, who this year became the first female skipper to ever win a round the world yacht race, has scooped the pool at this year’s Australian Sailing Awards.
NSW backs down on fishing lockouts
Posted September 28, 2018
Government pledges no loss of fishing rights in new marine parks.
First Class Racing On the Coral Sea
Posted September 3, 2018
The 12th annual SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week has already begun
The Sydney International Boat Show is on again!
Posted July 30, 2018
The Southern Hemisphere's Premier Boat Show.
Celebrating 30 years at the Cove
Posted May 21, 2018
SCIBS stalwart Barry Jenkins looks back at 30 years of boat shows at Sanctuary Cove.
The Helm now open for business
Posted April 12, 2018
The Helm app invites marine businesses to connect with customers.
Understanding Polars
Posted July 24, 2017
Ross Vickers gives some insight into using polars to maximise your racing performance.
Four Strokes of Genius
Posted July 3, 2017
Yamaha completes its full line-up of modern fourstroke technology with the relase of its 25hp and 90hp outboards. Scott Thomas reports.
Night Lurkers
Posted June 26, 2017
While most of us are sleeping, Paul Lennon is sneaking around the shadows, targeting big flatties on lures with impressive results. Find out how it’s done.
Survey Says: Are You Ready?
Posted June 13, 2017
So someone is interested in buying your boat. Marine surveyor Anthony Gates itemises how to prepare it for the final survey.
Top 10 Apps Boating and Fishing
Posted June 7, 2017
Your smart device can help you plan your boating and fishing adventures down to the finest detail. Mick Fletoridis gives the lowdown on his favourite apps.
Nautilus Marine Insurance Christmas Twilight Series
Posted February 5, 2015
The Christmas Holidays are a great time to take a well-earned break away from it all, but that tricky period between Christmas and New Year can leave you wondering what to do. Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club has bridged that gap with the Annual Nautilus Marine Insurance Christmas Twilight Series, which took place between 27-30 December 2014.
Australian Sailing Team opens National Training Centre Extension in Sydney & Integrates Paralympic Training
Posted October 20, 2014
The Australian Sailing Team has opened an extended deck at the National Training Centre at Middle Harbour Yacht Club in Sydney on Friday. Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Director Matt Favier officially opened the extension, which upgrades the Australian Sailing Team’s AIS Training Centre to integrate Paralympic training and to accommodate more rigging and launching area as well as coach boat storage. It is designed to provide Australian Sailing with a facility that meets all the demands of high performance Paralympic sailors as they continue their quest for gold at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games.
Discover Boating Week set to kick off this year’s summer of boating
Posted October 9, 2014
The BIA of NSW will this year launch Discover Boating Week on 18 to 26 October. With a warm summer predicted and the heightened activity amongst the recreational marine industry, a big summer is expected for recreational boating.
Yachting Australia joins with State Member Yachting Associations to shape long-term future
Posted May 23, 2014
Yachting Australia and its eight State and Territory Member Yachting Associations (State Associations), have agreed to work co-operatively to establish a blueprint for the future management and governance of sailing and boating in Australia.
Boating Industry Associations of NSW & SA merge
Posted May 15, 2014
At the 45th Annual General Meeting of the Boating Industry Association (BIA) of NSW last night, under the Chairmanship of President Alan Blake, the membership voted in favour for a merger with the BIA of South Australia.
Vision Surveys Airlie Beach Race Week 2014
Posted May 13, 2014
There is going to be Cookson conflict on the IRC race course in the Vision Surveys Airlie Beach Race Week, being held from 8th to 15th August 2014.
James Masterton wins AJSBA Pro Runabout Championships
Posted May 10, 2014
The fourth and final Round of the AJSBA Pro Watercross tour has officially come to a close, with James Masterton of Sydney SEA-DOO taking home the trophy in the Pro Open Runabout category.
NM Insurance Pty Ltd – Market Announcement
Posted April 3, 2014
In a recent market announcement, the Steadfast Group (‘Steadfast’) (ASX:SDF) have confirmed acquiring 70% of the share capital of NM Insurance Pty Ltd, trading as Nautilus Marine Insurance in Australia.
Nautilus Marine Insurance moves offices in NSW
Posted February 4, 2014
As of Monday 3 February the Nautilus Marine Insurance team in NSW will be based at our new offices. Our telephone numbers and PO Box details will remain the same.
Sail Brisbane to expand to include multiple venues
Posted January 24, 2014
Yachting Queensland’s annual Sail Brisbane will be expanding this year to multiple venues in the crusade to boost sailing enthusiasm.
2013 Hawkesbury Classic
Posted November 13, 2013
Nautilus Marine Insurance is proud to support the 21st Hawkesbury Classic, held over three consecutive days on the Hawkesbury River, by Pitt Town Fishing Club. The Hawkesbury Classic started as a small competition many years ago, and is now one of NSW largest competitions, considered by many to be the one to win.
James Masterton at the Asian Aquabike Grand Prix
Posted October 30, 2013
Eight month after winning the prestigious 'King of the River' crown in Swan River, WA, James Masterton was invited by the Chinese Government and event organisers to represent Australia at the very first Asian Aquabike Grand Prix, a UIM sanctioned event.
Hamilton Island Yacht Club challenges for 35th America’s Cup.
Posted October 1, 2013
Golden Gate Yacht Club (GGYC), the defender and trustee of the America's Cup, announced that Hamilton Island Yacht Club (HIYC) has challenged for the 35th America's Cup. In a statement released on Monday 30 September 2013, GGYC stated that.