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Should I buy a new or used boat?

Should I buy a new or used boat?

Weighing up whether to buy a new or used boat? If you’ve been dreaming of buying your own boat, here’s everything you need to know to help make an informed decision on new vs second hand!

February 10, 2025 by Sarah Ford
Tags: #boattips #buyaboat #newboat #usedboats boat buyers guide boat questions Buy a Boat Buying a boat should i buy a new or used boat?
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Top Boating Tips for Summer

Top Boating Tips for Summer

With warm days and longer evenings, nothing beats Summer on the water! Whether you’re new to boating or a seasoned boater, check out our top boating tips for Summer to make the best of every day on the water for you and your passengers.
January 07, 2025 by Sarah Ford
Tags: #boatingtips #boattips #fishingboats #newboat #usedboats boat tips for summer boating tips for summer summer boating
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How much does it cost to buy and maintain a boat?

How much does it cost to buy and maintain a boat?

When it comes to buying a boat, costs can be a big factor, especially if it’s your first boat. As well as the initial boat purchase price, you’ll need to allow for annual registration fees, maintenance, insurance and fuel but it’s not as daunting as it sound. Here’s everything you need to know about how much it costs to buy and maintain a boat. 
December 10, 2024 by Sarah Ford
Tags: #boattips #buyaboat #newboat #usedboats boat buyers guide Boat Upgrade boating questions Buy a Boat Buying a boat How much do used boats cost? How much does it cost to buy a boat? How much does it cost to maintain a boat? How much to new boats cost?
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What Type of Boat is Best for Me?

What Type of Boat is Best for Me?

When it comes to deciding what type of boat is best for you, start by considering what you’ll be using the boat for. There’s a wide range of boats with different features that suit different needs – from cabins with sleeping quarters for overnight trips to storage and space for fishing, or easy access to the boat for water sports.
November 11, 2024 by Sarah Ford
Tags: #bestboats #boatingtips #boattips #buyaboat #fishingboats #newboat #usedboats Buy a Boat Buying a boat fishing boats what type of boat is best for me?
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Get ready for Boating Season

Get ready for Boating Season

Get ready for boating season with Hunts Marine! With Spring only days away, now is the time to make sure your boat is in top condition and ready for a BIG boating season.
August 19, 2024 by Sarah Ford
Tags: #boatingtips #boattips Boat accessories boat bimini boat canopy Boat Engine Boat lighting Boat lights Boat Maintenance Boat Motors Boat Motors and Parts boat safety Boat seating boat seats Boat service kits boat servicing Boat sound systems Boat Stereo Boat Tips Boating Boating accessories Boating Tips fishing boat accessories Sydney boats
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Choosing a Centre, Side or Rear Boat Console

Choosing a Centre, Side or Rear Boat Console

When it comes to buying a new boat, one of the decisions you’ll need to make is whether to go with a side console, centre console or rear console.

Here’s a run down on the pros – and cons – of each different boat style and what it means for you.

June 04, 2024 by Sarah Ford
Tags: #boattips #buyaboat #fishingboats #quintrex 2024 boats Best fishing boat boat buyers guide boat questions Boat Upgrade Buying a boat center console Centre boat console centre vs side console boat choosing a boat Rear boat console side boat console
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Autumn Boating and Fishing Tips

Autumn Boating and Fishing Tips

With crystal clear days and fewer boats on the water, Autumn boating and fishing along the NSW coast is not to be missed! Check out our top tips for Autumn boating.
April 16, 2024 by Sarah Ford
Tags: #boattips Autumn boating Autumn fishing Boat lights Boat Tips Boating Boating Tips Boating with children first boat fish finders Fishing fishing accesories fishing boat accessories Fishing in Sydney Fishing tips Fishing with kids how to catch more fish kneeboarding NSW boats school holiday boating school holiday fishing Sydney boating Sydney boats Sydney Fishing Tips for boating with children tips for boating with kids water skiing water tubing
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Taking your Boat on the Road

Taking your Boat on the Road

One of the best things about trailer boats is that you can take them with you as you explore our amazing coastlines! Whether you’re planning a family holiday, a fishing trip or need to travel for routine boat maintenance, road towing can be a great way to travel. Here’s everything you need to know for taking your boat on the road.
March 13, 2024 by Sarah Ford
Tags: #boatingtips #boattips #newboat boat safety Boat Tips Boating Boating Tips driving with boat trailer new boat owner tips school holiday boating take boat on holidays take boat on road taking you boat on the road tips for travelling with a boat Trailer boats
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Top Boating Tips for Summer

Top Boating Tips for Summer

Nothing beats boating, especially when we’re surrounded by great waterways right up and down our coastline! Whether you’re planning on fishing, cruising or water sports, here are our top boating tips for a great season of boating.
October 09, 2023 by Sarah Ford
Tags: #boatingtips #boattips boat bimini Boat Tips boating questions Boating Tips Boating tips for beginners botany bay Georges River hawkesbury river Jervis Bay New boat new boat owner tips Port Hacking south coast boating Sydney boating wollongong boating
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Top Tips for Boating with Kids

Top Tips for Boating with Kids

Planning on boating with kids? Whether you’re exploring your local waterways, enjoying some family fishing, or making the most of long Summer days, these top tips can make all the difference – so everyone has a great time!  
September 12, 2023 by Sarah Ford
Tags: #boatingtips #boattips #fishingboats boat safety Boat Tips Boating Boating Tips Boating tips for beginners Boating with children Fishing with kids Kids boating school holiday boating school holiday fishing sydney boating Tips for boating with children tips for boating with kids
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