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Marks Point Marina is a relaxed Lake Macquarie base offering boat owners practical support and immediate access to Australia’s largest coastal saltwater lake.
Service area: Marks Point, Lake Macquarie, NSW
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At the southern end of Lake Macquarie, Marks Point Marina places owners close to broad open water, protected bays and a welcoming lakeside community.
Marina services help with berthing, maintenance and preparing for days afloat, making it a useful full-time base for local boaters.
Lake Macquarie offers sailing, fishing and waterfront dining across an expansive cruising ground, with Swansea Channel providing access towards the coast.
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Apollo Bay is a small working harbour on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road where sheltered inshore sailing meets the Southern Ocean. The character is a mix of protected harbour berths and an exposed open coast: pleasant day-sails and sheltered weekend cruising inside the bay, with demanding coastal passages immediately offshore where south‑westerly swell and strong winds from the Southern Ocean dominate. It suits coastal cruisers, trailer sailors who launch at the ramp, and experienced coastal sailors who understand bar and swell behaviour; it is not a casual open‑ocean anchorage for unprepared or
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.
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Pick a protected bay, estuary or river reach where you can rig, launch and arrive on calm water within a short, sheltered transit; choose a site with a good ramp or jetty, clear recovery options and a nearby sailing club, marina or commercial operator for local knowledge and help.
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Local rules, marine‑park zoning and permit needs vary by reserve around South Australia’s coast — check the relevant marine park zoning map and SA Department for Environment and Water (DEW) information for the exact area before you go.
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Carry wearable lifejackets (one per person that fits), a reliable means of distress communication, basic firefighting and bilge items, navigation lights and charts, plus sensible clothing, sun protection and drinking water. Exact legal requirements vary by state and vessel — check the relevant regulator before you go.
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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.
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Practical guidance for recreational sailors in Australia on assessing swell, tide and wind, choosing the safest time to cross a coastal bar, preparing crew and gear, and making the decision to go or turn back.
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 one-membrane modular marine watermaker with 80 L/h nominal output, remote stainless control panel, standard consumables and direct Australian support.
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A three-membrane modular watermaker with 200 L/h nominal output and up to 240 L/h family-level marketing, for larger crews and heavy use.
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A two-membrane modular watermaker with 140 L/h nominal output, aimed at families and liveaboards that want more water per run.
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