Are you looking to know the costs of boat ownership? Well, you’re in luck; we’ve got all you need to know to quickly get your hands on a vessel. The first thing you’ll need to know is that the costs of boat ownership are skyrocketing. But never fear! With the number of buyers also increasing,...Read More
If you’re looking for an unforgettable boating experience in Geelong, look no further than Corio Bay Fishing & Cruise Charters. The Corio Princess is the best fishing experience in the Geelong Fishing Charters industry, and the best part is that it’s wheelchair accessible! The Corio Princess has a purpose-built flat deck, making it accessible to...Read More
So you want to rent your boat on the MatesBoat™ platform…….Awesome. Lets see how post a listing here; Lets take a quick look at what type of listing you are considering, there are 2 types of listings; 1. BareBoat Rental:- To put it simply Bareboat Rental is hiring or renting a boat without a Master....Read More
Did you know that if you own a boat and rent it out like a house on AirBnB or a Caravan on Camplify then your expenses maybe tax deductible? Listed & Available to Rent on MatesBoat™ Income Received Days Available For Rent ...Read More
Rent a Boat in Melbourne, voted the most liveable city in the world on numerous occasions and once again it is Australia’s most liveable city and 10th in the world according to the Global Liveability Index 2022. The centre waterway for Melbourne is the Yarra River which flows into Port Phillip Bay. Renting a boat...Read More
A Safety Management System (SMS) is a systematic approach to managing safety and reducing risks in the operation of a commercial vessel. The objective of an SMS is to identify and manage risk on board vessels by encouraging the development and maintenance of an ongoing safety culture. All commercial vessel operating in Australian waters must...Read More
We all know that owning a boat is an expensive past time with all the jokes that go with it! Two best days of owning a boat…. The day you buy it and the day you sell it! What does B.O.A.T stand for? Bring Over Another Thousand! Etc etc. Well here’s 10 ways to make...Read More
How to get your Ex38 Certificate of Competency! I completed my Ex38 COC awhile back and it was an easy and straightforward process. I completed my course through Marine Training Services in Geelong. Cost $500. Click here:- Commercial and Recreational Marine Courses | Marine Training Services The online written component took me around 2 hours...Read More
Making money in the sharing community! We have all heard of AirBnB, CarNextDoor, Camplify, Uber and the like, well now we have MatesBoat™. MatesBoat™ has been in the making for a year or so now with the main objective to make boating available to everyone! With interest rates rising, the cost of living going through...Read More
This is why renting your boat at Eildon is Brilliant! Lake Eildon is Victoria’s largest inland water storage lake. The lake is primarily used for irrigation and its secondary role is to provide recreational activities. House Boats The lake is the only inland water way in Victoria that allows Houseboats to operate on it. With...Read More
