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Business insurance advisers for the marine industry: marinas, boatbuilders, marine mechanics, charter operators, hull cleaners, surveyors and more (20+ trades). A division of Brisbane's Lewis Insurance Services, which dates from 1996. Cannon Hill.
Running a marine business means risks a standard business policy doesn't understand: a customer's boat on your hardstand, a slipway job, a charter guest on board. Marine Insure is a team of advisers who focus on exactly that. It's a division of Lewis Insurance Services, a Brisbane brokerage established in 1996.
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84 Barrack Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170 · (07) 2142 0355. Marine Insure is a trading name of Lewis Insurance Services Pty Ltd (ABN 48 686 078 562), a Corporate Authorised Representative of Insurance Advisernet Australia Pty Ltd (AFSL 240549).
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Last checked: September 2026. Details checked September 2026.
Batemans Bay and the Clyde River form a classic NSW South Coast cruising region where a sheltered, tidal estuary meets a short, island‑dotted entrance to the Tasman Sea. It’s distinctive for easy access from Canberra, a mix of river and bay sailing, a compact marina and mooring network, and a river entrance (the Clyde River bar) that can change rapidly. The area suits day sails, weekend cruising, trailer‑boat exploration and sheltered coastal passages; offshore or long‑passage plans require careful timing and local knowledge. Preparation for tidal flow, variable southerly swells and shallow, s
In gusty, changeable Tasmanian winds, approach docks or a alongside berth slowly on a controlled angle, keep propulsion and steerage ready to counter gusts, use crew to control fenders and lines, and choose a lee side or sheltered spot where possible. Prioritise maintaining steerage and being able to power off quickly rather than trying to hold a precise position with engines idle.
Explore →Before your first sail in South Australian waters check the weather and tide, make sure the boat and safety equipment are fit for the trip, confirm local rules and any area-specific hazards, and tell someone your plan.
Explore →Watch for shallow entrance bars, shifting sandbanks and channels, tidal streams that accelerate through narrow channels or around headlands, drying mudflats and sills that expose at low water, and localised eddies or overfalls — and always confirm conditions for the specific estuary before you enter.
Explore →Legal safety equipment for recreational boats in South Australia depends on the type, size and where you operate; you must check the current SA government requirements for your vessel. Independently of legal minimums, carry a sensible set of recommended items (lifejackets, means of communication, signaling, fire protection, anchor and basic tools) and make them usable and maintained.
Explore →A concise, practical guide to the points of sail and how to trim sails effectively for common Australian conditions. Learn the basics of wind angles, sail shape, telltales, reefing considerations and simple steps to improve boat speed and balance.
Explore →A concise, practical introduction to the essential parts of a recreational sailing boat for beginners in Australia. Covers hull, deck, rigging, sails, steering, below-decks spaces and safety equipment, with simple explanations, common mistakes and a pre-decast checklist to help new sailors communicate and get underway.
Explore →A practical guide for recreational sailors planning voyages to Esperance and the Recherche Archipelago: what to expect, key planning considerations, common anchorages, safety and communications, equipment recommendations and sensible steps for a successful trip in this remote southern WA cruising area.
Explore →A practical, Australian-focused guide explaining how sails generate drive, the points of sail, and how to trim sails for different conditions. Includes simple explanations of aerodynamic concepts, step-by-step trim checks, common mistakes and clear next steps for practice on the water.
Explore →Burke Yachtsman Gear Bag 40L - Shop Now Zip Pay | Tamar Marine Skip to content 59 – 63 Holbrook Street, Invermay Online Shop Open 24/7 Products search Contact us 1300 MARINE $ 0.00 0 Cart Burke Yachtsman Gear Bag 40L $ 79.90 Colour Choose an option Black Blue Black Blue Clear - Burke Yachtsman Gear Bag 40L quantity + Add to cart Enquire about this product SKU BAGB-Y24/BLACK* Category Bags - Sail & Gear A Burke classic and customer favourite, the Yachtsman’s Gear Bag is built tough to handle wet, salty conditions while keeping your gear dry and protected. Made from double coated waterproof…
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A 10‑year battery EPIRB with integrated GNSS (supports GPS and Galileo), infrared strobe and 121.5 MHz homing signal. Approved for worldwide COSPAS‑SARSAT operation.
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Self-contained, battery-powered plug‑and‑play autopilot designed for standard hydraulic steering systems.
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