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Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club marina

Sydney Harbour, Pittwater & Hawkesbury Marinas: Fuel, Berths & Facilities

September 28, 2026
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Rose Bay Marina waterfront building with a tender alongside

Restaurants, Cafés & Fuel by Boat: Sydney Harbour, Pittwater & Hawkesbury

September 28, 2026
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Pink public courtesy swing mooring on Sydney Harbour with the Harbour Bridge and city skyline behind it

Public Swing Moorings in Sydney Harbour, Pittwater and the Hawkesbury: Complete Guide

September 16, 2026
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Seabreeze wind and wave forecast graphs for Sydney Coastal

How to Read Boating Weather in Sydney

August 30, 2026
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Severe corrosion around an underwater boat light and electrical cabling

The Most Common Problems Found in Used Boats

August 25, 2026
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BoatWise guide showing how to tie three essential knots

3 Essential Boating Knots Every New Boater Should Know

August 21, 2026
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Two men handling anchor and chain on inflatable boat Sydney Harbour

How to Anchor a Boat Safely: A Practical NSW Guide

August 21, 2026
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Tristian Mooney coaching a client while docking a motorboat at Akuna Bay

How to Dock a Boat in Wind

August 10, 2026
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BoatWise student completing NSW Boat Licence practical training on Sydney Harbour at Akuna Bay

NSW Boat Licence Requirements: Everything You Need to Know in 2026

July 6, 2026
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New boat owner motorboat docked at Sydney marina, practical boat training with BoatWise

New Boat Owner Guide NSW: Your First 90 Days

July 6, 2026
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Powerboat cruising on Sydney Harbour, BoatWise Group and Private Powerboat Handling Courses

Group vs Private Powerboat Handling Course: Which Is Right for You?

July 6, 2026
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Close-up of a boat throttle control lever and joystick on a helm console, with navigation screens in the background.

How to Dock a Boat: Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

April 21, 2026
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Blue Destination Berth flag marking a visitor berth at a Sydney Harbour marina

Sydney Harbour Destination Berths and Moorings: How to Find and Use Them

February 27, 2025
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BoatWise instructor greeting a family wearing lifejackets beside a motorboat at a Sydney marina.

Boating with Kids in NSW: A Practical Safety Guide for Sydney Families

February 27, 2025
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Motorboat suspended in a travel lift for an out-of-water hull and propulsion inspection.

Used Boat Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist (NSW)

February 27, 2025
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Close-up of a joystick boat-control system at a motor yacht helm.

Essential Boat-Handling Skills for New Owners

February 27, 2025
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Bowrider motorboat towing a wakeboarder across calm water.

Bowrider Boats in Australia: Pros, Cons and Buying Guide

February 27, 2025
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Man holding a yellow mooring buoy on the bow of a motorboat in Sydney Harbour.

How to Pick Up a Mooring Buoy Safely: 6 Steps

February 27, 2025
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Forklift inside an indoor dry-stack facility with boats stored on multi-level racks.

Dry Stack Boat Storage in Sydney: Pros, Cons and Questions to Ask

February 27, 2025
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