04 Oct , 2026
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The outstanding quality and professionalism of the West Australian recreational boat building industry deserves spades of accolades, none more than the crew behind the recently launched Ascent Axe ...
20 Sep , 2026
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Located within minutes of the Nerang River that leads to the main waterways of Queensland’s Gold Coast, Makocraft Australia is celebrating its 20th anniversary. BARRY WISEMAN checks out their lates...
23 Aug , 2026
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Not all centre consoles are built the same. One of those right up there is New Zealand’s McLay 601 Fortress, as BARRY WISEMAN discovered. REGISTERING a top speed of just over 45 knots, this spaciou...
12 Dec , 2025
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Leading New Zealand boat builder Surtees has just released its new Workmate Pro model range, the first of which are now here in the West, as BARRY WISEMAN reports. The most noticeable advance in th...
27 Sep , 2025
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Australian icon Haines Hunter, never resting on its laurels, has produced yet another new hard top model which is sure to be a winner with West Aussie offshore fishers, as BARRY WISEMAN reports. A ...
14 Sep , 2025
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Pontoon boats, with their innovative chamber design, have always been promoted for their safety, however New Zealand builder Senator Boats has taken their product much further to produce a fantasti...
04 May , 2025
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We’re not sure if the design was named after the way he played, but what is clear is that the new Westerberg 5m centre console is a perfect fit for the fishing adventures of Mark LeCras around WA. ...
20 Apr , 2025
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Bow rider versus cabin is a much-debated issue when families are considering buying a new boat, as BARRY WISEMAN reports. THERE’S no doubt a cabin boat provides a lot of protection from sea spray w...
13 Apr , 2025
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With the national boat show circuit underway throughout Australia, manufacturers are rolling out new models and there are bargains to be had as dealers clear the decks of current stock. BARRY WISEM...
04 Aug , 2024
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At almost seven metres in length, stepping aboard the latest Kingfisher 670 Hard Top Powercat from New Zealand provides an instant feeling of spaciousness, security and stability, writes BARRY WISE...
