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10 Things To Know Before Buying A Catamaran
Catamarans are one of the fastest growing categories in the Australian boat market, and it's easy to see why. Twin hulls mean more stability at anchor, more living space than a monohull of the same length, and, in a sailing cat, a shallow draft that opens up water a deep-keeled boat could never ...
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Buying A Boat In Melbourne: Your Detailed Guide To Getting It Right
Melbourne is built around two very different bodies of water, and that shapes almost everything about buying a boat here. On one side you have Port Phillip Bay, a huge, mostly sheltered stretch of water that is forgiving for family boating and easy weekend cruising. On the other, Western Port and ...
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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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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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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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Everything You Need To Know Before Buying A Tinny
Whether you're chasing bream in a tidal creek, trolling for barra on a remote river system, or teaching your kids to fish off a calm estuary, a tinny delivers go-anywhere versatility at a price point that's hard to beat. But with hundreds of models, dozens of brands, and a wide range of sizes and ...
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Jet Skis & Personal Watercraft In Australia: The Complete Buyer's Guide
Personal watercraft are the most accessible entry point into recreational boating. This guide covers every major decision a buyer faces: which type of PWC suits your needs, how Sea-Doo, Yamaha WaveRunner, and Kawasaki compare, what a fair price looks like new and used, what to inspect before you ...
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