WITH winter in full swing, Wilson has released its Soft Shell Jacket. This full-length, Australian-sized jacket is made from specific materials designed to stop the wind from breaking through the outer layer and getting into your under layers of clothing and cooling you down. The jacket is also water resistant and fitted out with waterproof zippers to provide a degree …

Stacer releases new Sea Ranger plate range with maximum fishing capability. STACER has released one of its most fishing-focused boats to date, featuring a new centre console configuration with all the benefits of Stacer’s renowned EVO Advance Hull. The Sea Ranger is constructed using plate boat methods with 5mm bottom sheets and 4mm top sheets and is designed to tackle the …

DON’T miss the 25th Bowen Family Fishing Classic and Wet Weekend, this year to be held on September 17 and 18. This is Australia’s biggest family fishing classic, so come along and join in the fishing and fun at the top of the Whitsundays along Bowen’s Front Beach. Entertainment The Classic is about more than fishing. Entertainment for the whole family …

A FEW years ago Brisbane Marine started selling and servicing Mercury products on the Redcliffe peninsula. The company soon built a strong, loyal customer base that swears by the business’s honesty and reputation for giving customers exactly what they want. So, when the team members were constantly asked why they didn’t sell boats, they decided to listen to the people who …

TICKETS to the much-anticipated Explore Australia Expo on Father’s Day weekend (September 2-4, 2016) are on sale now. The event, which is considered one of the best outdoor leisure exhibitions in the country, promises exhibitors and visitors alike an unparalleled combination of entertainment, education, products and services at its new home of Doomben Racecourse, Brisbane. Explore Australia Exhibitions director and …

It will have lots to offer for both the experienced boatie and those new to the lifestyle. Education and entertainment again play a big part in ensuring the show provides a great day out. While the boats remain the show’s heroes, also expect to be able to get all your gear for your boating and fishing needs. This year the show will …

SHARK control nets on the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast are being removed from the water due to forecasts of strong winds and dangerous sea conditions. Fisheries Queensland Manager Shark Control Program Jeff Krause said a total of 22 nets were being removed. “With the Bureau of Meteorology forecasting winds in excess of 70km/h and ocean swells over 5m from this afternoon to Friday, we are …

MOTORSPORT Marine is a family owned business located in Burpengary on Brisbane’s northside. Operating in Brewers St for over seven years, Motorsport Marine is the premier Suzuki outboard repower centre on the northside, specialising in new and used outboard sales, servicing and repairs. Motorsport Marine also represents Stessco Boats, Yalta Craft Boats and is the sole dealer for Aluvan Boats …

Family owned and operated since 1989, Sea Jay Boats are renowned for strength, workmanship and customisation. Popular ranges of boats sold through the Sea Jay dealer network include everything from the roof-topper models such as the Nomad and Angler to open and console boats including the Avenger and Navigator ranges built on the Adrenalin Hull, right up to the latest …