Member’s Updates

Geographically, the Whitsundays might be a small, regional area of Queensland, but in terms of people power, its community is a force to be reckoned with – as evidenced by the turnout to Sunday’s inaugural ‘Epic Walk for DV’ and the sheer amount of money raised in support of women and children experiencing domestic violence.…

Brisbane based Aus Ships Group has recently inked a deal to design, build and demonstrate what is set to be Australia’s first electric, zero emission, fully accessible passenger catamaran. As market leaders in the design and construction of

Coral Sea Marina hosted its annual Clean Up Australia Day event on Sunday, 2nd March 2025, in partnership with Tangaroa Blue Foundation. An incredible turnout of 61 volunteers from the local community dedicating their morning to collecting litter from local beaches, parks, pathways, and beyond. The collective effort resulted in the removal of an impressive…

The New South Wales Police Force of Australia recently took delivery of three new patrol vessels designed and built by Queensland based Norman R. Wright and Sons (NRW). NRW’s highly capable and proven 12m XLW Patrol Class design was chosen

Superyacht Australia (SYA), the peak body for the Australian superyacht industry, in collaboration with Benetti Yachts, is excited to announce the sixth edition of the Superyacht Australia Soirée, taking place on Saturday, March 8, 2025.   The Soirée will once again be hosted at Jones Bay Superyacht Marina in Pyrmont, Sydney, from 2:00pm to 8:00pm,…

The 31st edition of the Dubai International Boat Show, held from 19 – 23 February 2025, was the first trade show in the region following Australia and the UAE signing the Australia-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in November 2024. This bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) is designed to enhance trade, reduce barriers, and strengthen…

The 2025 Sydney edition of the Interior Motives superyacht interior crew and industry networking luncheon was held Wednesday 26 February at Hotel Centennial, in Woollahra. Unanimously declared “the hottest ticket in town” when it comes to elegant social occasions, the event caters to superyacht Chief Stewards and Stewardesses, Heads of Interior and leaders of industry…

At Rivergate Marina & Shipyard, we’re committed to delivering world-class experiences for yacht owners, captains and crew. That’s why we’re excited to welcome Captain Stephen Bay as our new Director of International Business, bringing with

There are occasions where words are a pale proxy for the sincere sentiment felt by individuals, businesses and an industry. The retirement of Steve Fisher, a pillar of the Australia marine industry, is one such moment. Judy Brinsmead AM, Di

Hong Kong (China), February 6, 2025 – Benetti is pleased to announce the appointment of Matthew Walford as Benetti Area Manager for Australia and New Zealand, effective February 1st, 2025. With this choice, Benetti consolidates its position in a rapidly expanding and strategically important market for the Shipyard. Matthew Walford has over 20 years industry…

SeaLink South East Queensland is thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of its cutting-edge vehicle ferry set to commence operations servicing the Southern Moreton Bay Islands community in February 2025. Meeting the needs of a growing com

Every year, hundreds of people across Australia participate in annual Clean Up Australia Day events and Coral Sea Marina is once again rallying the Whitsundays community to take action by joining them on Sunday 2nd March for a clean-up of the region. In partnership with the Tangaroa Blue Foundation and the ReefClean program, Coral Sea…