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What Boat Gear Do You Actually Need? A Practical Rundown For Australian Boat Owners
Buying a boat is the exciting part. Working out everything else you need to actually run it is where new owners often get a surprise. Beyond the boat itself, there's a whole ecosystem of gear, equipment, and accessories that keeps things safe, functional, and enjoyable on the water. Some of it is ...
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Buying A Boat In Perth: A Local's Guide To Getting It Right
Perth is one of the best cities in Australia to own a boat, but it is also a city where conditions vary enormously depending on where you plan to use it. On one hand, that works in your favour: few Australian capitals offer sheltered river cruising, protected boat harbours and open ocean access to ...
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Boat And Jet Ski Licence Requirements In Australia - A State-by-State Guide
If you're planning to buy a boat or jet ski anywhere in Australia, the first question isn't which model to choose. It's whether you're legally allowed to drive it, and what you need to do to get there. Licensing rules for boats and personal watercraft (PWC) are set at state and territory level, not ...
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What To Do When A Private Boat Sale Goes Wrong
If a private boat sale goes wrong, your legal position is different to buying from a dealer: the Australian Consumer Law's consumer guarantees generally don't apply to private sales between individuals, so you're largely relying on common law rules around misrepresentation and whatever was actually ...
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Can You Claim A Boat As A Tax Deduction? GST, Depreciation And The ATO Rules
For most recreational owners, no, you generally cannot claim a boat as a tax deduction, because the Australian Taxation Office treats boats as a lifestyle asset rather than a necessity. A deduction generally only becomes available if the boat is genuinely used to earn assessable income, such as ...
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Winterising And Off-Season Boat Lay-Up: A Complete Checklist
Preparing a boat for an off-season lay-up means stabilising the fuel, changing the oil, flushing the engine and cooling system, draining or protecting the water systems, properly maintaining the battery, and protecting the hull and interior from the weather, so the boat starts reliably and stays in ...
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Inflatable Boat Fenders - An Essential Item For Every Boat
Whether you’re docking at a busy marina, rafting up with mates for a weekend adventure, or protecting your vessel at public docks, inflatable boat fenders are one of the most important – yet often overlooked – pieces of gear on board. For Australian boating conditions, where ...
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Houseboat Holidays Vs Houseboat Ownership: Which Is Right For You?
Whether you’re dreaming of a slow week drifting down the Murray or a lifetime on the water, Australia’s houseboat scene offers a path for every type of enthusiast. But knowing whether to hire or buy is a decision that deserves serious thought.
Houseboats occupy a unique corner of ...
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Selling A Boat On The Gold Coast: A Local Guide To Getting The Best Price
The Gold Coast is the busiest boating market in Queensland. One one hand, that works in yourfavour as a seller; however, with the Broadwater, the canal estates of Sanctuary Cove, Hope Island and Paradise Point, and easy access to the Coral Sea through the Gold Coast Seaway, buyers here are spoiled ...
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How Buying Through A Boat Dealer Protects You
Whether you're shopping for a tinny, a fishing boat, a pontoon, or a luxury cruiser, the difference between buying privately and buying through a licensed dealer could save you thousands of dollars, serious legal headaches, and a lot of heartbreak. Here's what Australian boat buyers need to know ...
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