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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.