TEST REVIEW: FISH PRO 520 CENTRE-CONSOLE
The Fish Pro 520 centre-console is at the forefront of Avante Marine's push into the crowded Aussie alloy boat market, writes John Ford.
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TEST REVIEW: CRUISECRAFT OUTSIDER 595
John "The Bear" Willis takes CruiseCraft's Outsider 595 for a spin, and rediscovers all the reasons why this proud, family-owned Aussie company has stood the test of time.
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Boaters urged to conduct fire safety checks
A recent incident on Lake Mulwala has sparked fire safety concerns.
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Video test review: Chaparral 225 Sports Cabin
Looking for a family-friendly boat with a ton of grunt? This could be the answer...
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Suzuki launches efficient new outboards in Germany
The new Suzuki DF20A and DF15A will be available in Australia in the winter of 2012.
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SPORTFISHING with Al McGlashan: Jewfish
Forget about cold nights at sea, writes Al McGlashan, jewfish can be targeted when the sun’s blazing.
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FISH FILES with Dr Julian Pepperell: Squid
Although a squid isn’t technically a fish, it’s still a very welcome part of the recreational catch in many parts of Australia, writes Dr Julian Pepperell
(Illustration: Bernard Yau)
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TEST REVIEW: OFFSHORE MARINE MASTER 610WA
With its broad shoulders and sleek lines, the Offshore Marine Master 610WA has a commanding presence on the water, writes Kevin Smith.
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TEST REVIEW: TOURNAMENT 1900
Fibreglass centre-consoles have been making a comeback in recent years, and according to Kevin Smith, this example – a Tournament 1900 – is one particularly worthy and value-packed option.
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Stabicraft supplies nine boats to Alaskan fisheries
The Stabicraft 659 Wheel House destined for fishery monitoring duties in Alaska.
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Sydney Harbour boaties urged to be careful on Australia Day
Special navigation restrictions apply for the Harbour's busiest day of the year.
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TEST REVIEW: HAINES HUNTER 400 PROWLER
Kevin "Froggy" Smith reckons the Haines Hunter 400 Prowler is the Jack Russell terrier of the boat world — a little battler that punches well above its weight.
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NEW BOATS: Ski Nautique 200 — Mapple Icon Edition
Limited edition Ski Nautique honours waterski legend.
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NEW BOATS: Malibu's 2012 Wakesetter
Malibu says its 2012 Wakesetter 22 MXZ is a bold new take on classic Malibu style.
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PRODUCT TEST REVIEW: Lowrance Structure Scan
Captain Jack Sparrow nee Murphy hunts for sunken treasure with Lowrance’s new Structure Scan.
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May the force be with you
In last year's Australia’s Greatest Boats shootout we added a new category; watersports. This adrenalin-laced instalment of AGB 2011 simply wouldn’t have been complete without a nod of recognition to those speed-demons at Force Boats, who delivered what was arguably the fastest boat we tested in 2011.
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Large shark sighted near Flinders Bay, Augusta
Water users advised to be cautious following the sighting of a large white pointer.
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Circumnavigator named Tasmanian of the Year
Almost $300,000 raised in the fight against polio. (Photo: Chris Viney)
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The great race for marlin research
Aussie marine insurance company represents at US marlin tournament.
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