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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 …

Built on Quintrex’s new Apex Hull, the Frontier features an increased flared bottom sheet for greater water contact and a smoother ride. With 4mm bottom sheets and 3mm side sheets across the range, these boats are built to last. The new Raised Side Deck features increased freeboard by 80mm and also allows for concealed controls. With four stainless steel rod …

QUINTREX’S newly released Freestyler range allows you to reach full boating potential, offering unsurpassed versatility and performance. Available as 510, 530, 550, 590 and 630 models, there is a Freestyler to suit a range of budgets and needs. The Freestyler range is built on the ground-breaking Apex Hull using a wider, sweeping chine design to improve rough water performance. To …

The hard top for the Outsider 595 is styled similarly to the existing HardTop models in the Cruise Craft Explorer line-up, the 685, 625 and 595. The HardTop styling is distinctive and unique to Cruise Craft. A recent surge in hard top boat popularity is well founded. The Cruise Craft design is flowing, in proportion and expertly tooled. It is …

QUINTREX has expanded its popular Runabout range to now include 570 and 610 Fishabout models. The Fishabout range offers great no-fuss boats for all ages, appropriate for young families to first boat owners looking to get out on the water over the weekend. With rod holders, drink holders and a transom step and rail, the Fishabout range has all the …

The flare on the new hull is carried further aft to maintain continual contact with the water when on the plane, which creates a smoother ride. A wider, sweeping chine design on the Apex Hull opens the front of the hull to allow the flaring to carry further forward up the stem line, consequently improving rough water performance. By widening …

AMM has traditionally built Weekenders in 6.1m, 6.4m, 6.8m, 7m and 7.4m lengths. However, AMM does have its Tournament series in a 7.8m version, which allowed the company to carry across the naval architect-certified belowwater hull geometry. Obviously, Luke is no novice when it comes to boating. His last boat was a Kevlacat 2400 and he previously has owned a …

For more information, check out all these new features online on Formosa Marine’s new mobile-friendly website formosamarineboats.com.au Formosa Marine continues to advance its boats to handle the Australian environment yet keep them affordable. The new Sea-Rod Offshore 740 Centre Cabin was released in mid-May and Marine Tune had the pleasure of fitting this beauty out for a customer. Marine Tune …

THE protection of Australia’s marine environment, Great Barrier Reef and $2.8 billion fisheries and aquaculture industries from foreign pests will be enhanced with the  Government’s ratification of the ‘International Convention for the Control of Ship’s Ballast Water and Sediment’ tonight in London. protect Great Barrier Reef Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister for Agriculture and Water Resources Barnaby Joyce said the …