MERCURY would like to sincerely congratulate the dozens of Australians who are about to take part in the 20th World Water Ski Racing Championships. After an extensive four-month, seven-race qualifying process the boats, skiers, drivers and observers are now preparing in Seattle, US, where the championships will be held from July 26 to August 6. Mercury Racing regional sales manager Peter …

“To my surprise, given the amount of weight, the Verado performed outstandingly! Even with the burden of over a tonne of extra weight we got up on plane, travelling comfortably at 24 knots. The ActiveTrim feature helped tremendously with this. In a little over two hours we completed the 50-nautical mile journey to the campsite where we would spend the …

SIGNIFICANT flooding events following the impact of tropical cyclone Debbie may have further enabled the spread of tilapia, a pest fish species, throughout the Fitzroy Basin. Characterised by an aggressive nature, highly successful breeding patterns and few predators, tilapia, nicknamed the ‘cane toad of the waterways’, are defeated only through human intervention, according to Fitzroy Basin Association senior project officer …

AUSTRALIA has lifted the ban it imposed in January on importing uncooked Vietnamese shrimp products. Vietnamese companies may resume importing raw prawns caught in Australia for processing and export them to Australia for consumption. The decision was made after the Australian Department of Agriculture and Water Resources received written confirmation by the National Agro-Forestry-Fisheries Quality Assurance Department under Vietnam’s Ministry …

QUINTREX has released an angler’s dream in the Stealth Hornet, which is packed full of features designed to land that perfect catch. The Stealth Hornet comes in 470, 510 and 530 models and is ideal for zipping through creeks and estuaries. Compared to the existing Hornet models, the Stealth Hornet boasts a 30 percent increase in storage and front casting …

Bush ‘n Beach has brought Nautilus Marine Insurance on board to expand the fine print and provide readers with clear, easy-to-understand and helpful tips on protecting their boating assets. The scenario You want to get into serious offshore fishing. You’ve got a boat that is up to the task but you’re not sure whether any insurance companies will cover you …

QUINTREX has expanded its popular Yellowfin line-up by adding two new models: the 7000 Southerner and 7600 Southerner. In early 2016, Quintrex revamped the entire Yellowfin range, releasing an improved-riding hull and unique modern look. Now Quintrex has released two new models designed to tackle the rough and tough conditions experienced offshore. The cabin length has been extended by 300mm, …

Being an exclusive boating-only show, exhibitors are able to provide expert advice and specific knowledge to visitors. The latest and greatest displays of products and services will be on show from all the major brands across the country. Spread across halls two, three and four, the event promises to deliver a combination of excellent locally made rigs together with brilliant …

ON November 1, 2015, three net-free zones were established in Cairns, Mackay and Rockhampton. QLD’s net-free zones The objective of the NFZs is to increase recreational fishing opportunities in Queensland, thereby supporting tourism and economic growth. Surveys undertaken in 2015 and 2016 examined whether recreational fishers’ satisfaction and expectations of fishing in NFZs changed following the introduction of the NFZs. Recreational …

THE Pacific’s fight against illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing has been further strengthened today with the ratification of the Niue Treaty Subsidiary Agreement. Assistant Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources Anne Ruston said the treaty would be of significant benefit to Australia’s broader security and development aims in the Pacific region. “The treaty establishes a legal framework for conducting a …