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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 …

A time-saving one-pot curried sausages recipe that’s great for the whole family. With our ever-busy lifestyles, slow-cooked one-pot meals are a great way to put food on the table. This style of cooking intensifies flavours, caramelises the ingredients and leaves the kitchen filled with lovely aromas. Ingredients 1kg tomato and bacon beef sausages (thick) 2 cloves garlic, crushed 400g bottle …

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 …

Here’s a few pointers on some things to think about when buying a boat, particularly at one of the many boat shows held throughout Australia each year. Have a clear plan on what you want to do with your new boat and what it has to do. Get permission from your partner or bring them to the show. They may …

THE Great Northern Brewing Co Gold Coast Flathead Classic has a proud 23-year history and this premier fishing event continues to go from strength to strength each year. Last year saw the biggest event yet, attracting about 551 anglers and their families to the fabulous Gold Coast. Historically, the tournament’s results have provided valuable flathead catch and growth rate data used …

My Sea Jay 370 Creek Masta entered the water two hours later and we collected our tags and recording sheets and waited for the go ahead. I had a casual flick off the bank while watching the sunrise and a little bass decided my Z-Man Slim SwimZ looked like a good breakfast. So that was the first one for the …

JetFish ties together a range of personal watercraft fishing ideas and innovations and will form the basis of Yamaha’s future activity in this area. Along with the new brand, a concept model will also be unveiled for the first time in Queensland. Yamaha’s Time-Trial RiDE Challenge is returning to the Brisbane Boat Show. The Yamaha RiDE Challenge is a fast-paced …