Experience the fun and excitement of sailing Airlie Beach Race Week held in Airlie Beach, the Whitsundays, Australia - one of the most exciting venues in the world

ANZSBEG was established in 1994 following a national review into safe recreational boating and boating safety education undertaken by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA). The objective of the group is to identify national safe boating issues, address them through coordinated public education strategies and provide a forum for the exchange of ideas and knowledge.

Tourist Travel & Holiday Guide Australia. Find Australian holidays last minute travel ideas and unique holiday experiences. Australians are lucky to be Australian and visiting tourists, are lucky to experience our unique Australia. Australian's value their way of life and the unique qualities of our world class holiday destinations. Australian's are friendly and helpful to tourists of Australia. Whatever your holiday pleasures may be, Australia can satisfy everyone's needs with friendly holiday experiences and memories. Welcome to Australia - enjoy your stay.

The Official Tourism & Travel Website. Where gentle marine giants (whale sharks, humpback whales and manta rays) invite you to cruise alongside them in their underwater paradise. Where pristine islands, spectacular rock formations and arid outback landscapes create a kaleidoscope of colour like nowhere else on earth. Wander ancient tracks to relive thousands of years of aboriginal history through the eyes and culture of our traditional owners. Feel the sand beneath your toes on endless white beaches and lose yourself admist ancient gorges, dazzling carpets of colourful wildflowers and untouched coral reefs teeming with marine life. Stretching along 1,100km of breathtaking coastline from Cervantes, two hours north of Perth, Western Australia, to the World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef, you'll find some of the best known and most loved attractions in Australia from the Pinnacles, a bubble-gum Pink Lake, Kalbarri National Park and Shark Bay World Heritage Area to Monkey Mia and the mesmerising Ningaloo Reef. Australia's Coral Coast is a boundless marine wonderland with open skies and otherworldly landscapes tied together by the Coral Coast Highway - one of the greatest road trips on earth. Perth WA Australia

Founded in 1987 by Dick Smith, the Australian Geographic Society is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting scientific research, protecting and fostering a love for our environmental and natural heritage, encouraging the spirit of discovery and spreading the knowledge of Australia to Australians and the world. The AG Society's members are many thousands of Australians who subscribe to the Australian Geographic magazine. The AG Society supports conservation and natural heritage projects, scientific endeavours, and Australian adventurers as they achieve the seemingly impossible.

The Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS), Australia's tropical marine research agency, is recognised internationally for its leadership in research into tropical marine environments and their living aquatic resources. Our mission is to generate and transfer knowledge to support the protection and sustainable use of the marine environment through innovative, world-class scientific and technological research. Townsville, Queensland, Australia - Casuarina, Northern Territory, Australia - Crawley, Western Australia, Australia

The Australian Marine Conservation Society is Australia's only national charity dedicated exclusively to protecting ocean wildlife and their homes. The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is the voice for Australia's ocean wildlife. We are an independent charity, staffed by a committed group of professional and passionate scientists, educators and advocates who have defended Australia's oceans for over 45 years. Our paid and volunteer staff work every day on behalf of the community to protect our ocean wildlife. Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

AMSA is responsible for maintaining and developing a nationally consistent regulatory framework (the National System) that includes standards setting (National Standard for the Administration of Marine Safety, National Standard for Commercial Vessels, National Standard for General Safety Requirements for Vessels) and National System Regulations and Marine Orders. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) is the national agency responsible for maritime safety, protection of the marine environment, and maritime and aviation search and rescue. In relation to maritime safety, AMSA accords very high priority to the safety of navigation in Australian waters.

Australian Sailing is the national body for the sport of sailing in Australia, from grassroots sailing through to high performance (Olympic) sailing. Australian Sailing is a Federation consisting of eight State and Territory Associations, often referred to as Member Yachting Associations (MYAs). In turn there are more than 360 affiliated Clubs, who between them have approximately 65,000 registered on-water members. As a member of World Sailing, Australian Sailing actively works to influence international sailing policy and regulations. Australian Sailing also helps strengthen the sport globally by supporting key World Sailing programs and communicating international sailing policies to our member State Associations.

Discover Sailing offers a range of exciting activities, making it easy for people of all ages and abilities to get into sailing at clubs. Discover Sailing Days are FREE to attend at most local sailing clubs, who look forward to welcoming you and showing you how fun, safe, accessible, and affordable sailing is. Participating at a Discover Sailing Day is a fantastic way to have a great day out with your partner, friends, work colleagues or family at the club and even enjoy a short sail. A Discover Sailing Experience gives you the chance to enjoy a fun three hour sail for a minimal fee, without the technical elements of a course. Clubs offer the perfect platform and infrastructure to get you out on the water and discover sailing. Most clubs have a Discover Sailing Host who welcomes you to the club, answers any questions, and explains the various sailing activities that are available. There are nearly 400 clubs in Australia of different sizes offering the opportunity to participate, volunteer, or become a social member.

Australian Sailing is the national body for the sport of sailing in Australia, from grassroots sailing through to high performance (Olympic) sailing.

SheSails is all about enjoying your sailing adventure in a fun, friendly and safe environment. SheSails is designed to recognise all of the amazing female contributors to our sport, and to encourage women of all ages to enjoy sailing through organised activities at your local sailing club. Whether you're sailing for the first time, returning to the sport or are an active sailor there are a variety of social SheSails activities both on and off the water for you to get involved in. SheSails is designed to encourage women of all ages to enjoy sailing.

The Australian Sailing Youth brand speaks to the grassroots of our sport. Australian Sailing Youth is the central hub of all things sailing around Australia's next generation.

The Australian Sailing Team is the national representative Team for sailing and comprises some of the leading Olympic Class sailors in the world today. Australia enjoys a very proud history in Olympic Sailing, boasting many medal-winning sailing Olympians. Following a major review of the Olympic Sailing program a Gold Medal Plan was developed with the aim of returning Australia to our pre-eminent position as a leading Olympic sailing nation in the World. Fundamental to this strategy was the creation of the Australian Sailing Team as a semi-autonomous entity with a hard commercial edge and professional approach to winning multiple medals in Beijing in 2008 and beyond.

An organisation composed entirely of volunteers, formed in 1961 to promote safety in the operation of small craft. It guards the coast in the most effective way - initially by education, example, examination and finally by search and rescue.

The Australian Waterski & Wakeboard Federation (AWWF) is the Peak Body for water skiing in Australia. The AWWF has been structured as a sports discipline based organisation that reflects the operation of the sport within all States. The sports disciplines currently comprise the Divisions of Tournament, Barefoot, Disabled, Show Skiing and Wakeboard,Cable Wakeboard (interim). Knee Boarding is represented in some States but not as a separate Division within AWWF. Ski Racing Australia is a separate body but has close ties to the AWWF as we are both affiliated to the International Water Ski Federation. Albury, NSW Australia

Better Boating Victoria has been established to implement boating reforms that will make it safer, cheaper and easier for more Victorians to enjoy a day on the water. Better Boating Victoria are proud partners with BoatingVic, a one-stop-shop for information on Victorian boating facilities, weather information and water safety. Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Western Australia has a proud tradition as the foremost State in boat building and manufacture and over the past two decades this has been rivalled by developments within the industry in Eastern States. We boast a highly innovative marine accessory design and manufacturing industry with products in high demand all over the world. Inglewood, WA Australia

The Boating Industry Association - the BIA - is the voice of the recreational and light commercial marine industry, promoting safe, recreational boating as a positive and rewarding lifestyle for Australians. The Boating Industry Association (BIA) provides a forum to discuss industry needs, problems and solutions and serves as the representative of the industry to Federal, State and Local Government departments and agencies, as well as other industry bodies, corporate interests, allied organisations, media and the general public. This office is responsible for the administration and management of activities and affairs associated within New South Wales, South Australia, Queensland and Northern Territory. Crows Nest, NSW Australia

South Australia boasts one of the most vibrant boating industries in Australia. BIASA is the peak body representing the recreational and light commercial boating industries in South Australia. Adelaide, SA Australia

A non-profit organisation which represents over 90% of the recreational boating industry around Victoria, Australia.

BoatingVic is brought to you by Better Boating Victoria and Maritime Safety Victoria. Boating Vic is trip preparation at your fingertips. Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Our aim is to provide you with a safe, effective means of sourcing and pre-booking the perfect Cairns holiday accommodation, exclusive yacht charters, Great Barrier Reef tours and diving trips online! Our options can be tailor made to suit your holiday vacation needs in Cairns, Port Douglas and Whitsunday regions in Tropical North Queensland, Australia.

Info on Queensland & Northern NSW boating, diving, fishing, surfing & beach, weather, and more.

Just about everything there is to know about recreational boating in Australia! Designed for boaters of all levels – from children and newcomers right through to old salts – our aim is to cover just about everything there is to know about recreational boating, and to encourage you all to get out on the water. Managed by Boating Industry Association Ltd

First held in 1844, the Festival of Sails is Victoria Australia's oldest ongoing sporting event, and the largest annual keel boat regatta in the Southern Hemisphere. The Festival of Sails attracts over 400 yachts and 4,500 competitors to Melbourne and Geelong over the Australia Day holiday period.

Daily Surf Reports, Daily Surf Forecasts, Streaming Surfcams and more from Australia

Fremantle Sea Rescue is one of Australia's busiest Sea Rescue groups. We have attended capsized vessels, vessels aground, boat fires, a number of medical responses, missing divers, swimmers and kite-surfers, as well as many boats experiencing mechanical difficulties. We are a registered charity of volunteers which is part of the network of WA Fire and Emergency Services. We operate 24 hours a day every day of the year and will attend to any boater or water-user in distress who needs assistance. Fremantle, WA Australia

We are Australia's lead management agency for the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world's most iconic natural areas. We've provided world-leading marine park management since 1975. We are a strong, efficient and agile natural resource regulator entrusted by Australia with the responsibility of managing the natural wonder that is the Marine Park. We work together with Traditional Owners, other Australian and Queensland government agencies, industry, community organisations, and individuals to help achieve protect and manage the Reef. Our main office is in Townsville, and there are regional offices in Cairns, Mackay, Yeppoon and Brisbane to keep a close connection with those communities, and our Canberra office provides ministerial and parliamentary liaison to the Department of Environment portfolio and other Australian Government agencies. We want people to see the Reef, love the Reef, protect the Reef. Townsville, Queensland, Australia

J-MAC Pty. Ltd. is a Marine Engineering and Consultancy firm for Technical Support and Spare Parts Supply to the Marine Towage and Land Power Generation Industries. J-MAC specialise in servicing all type of equipment requirements in the area's of machinery and spare parts, engineering repairs, technical support and maintenance.

Life Saving Victoria (est. 2002) is an initiative of the Royal Life Saving Society Australia Victoria Branch (est. 1904) and Surf Life Saving Victoria (est. 1947). It has the mission to prevent aquatic related death and injury in all Victorian communities and the vision that all Victorians will learn water safety, swimming and resuscitation, and be provided with safe beaches, water environments and aquatic venues. Life Saving Victoria is forging new lifesaving and water safety initiatives while respecting the proud traditions and programs of the Royal Life Saving and Surf Life Saving National organisations. South Melbourne, VIC Australia

The MIA is the peak industry body for the marina industries in Australia, Asia and the Pacific regions. MIA is dedicated to the needs of marina owners and operators of berthing, mooring, storage and slipway/workshop facilities connected to sailing, cruising and general boating. MIA also services the needs of vendor businesses that supply goods and services to marinas. Crows Nest, NSW Australia

Marine and Safety Tasmania (MAST) is a statutory authority that was established on 30 July 1997 to ensure the safe operation of vessels, provide and manage marine facilities and manage environmental issues relating to vessels. MAST has three primary functions which are conferred by the Marine and Safety Authority Act 1997 as follows: To ensure the safe operation of vessels; To provide and manage marine facilities; and To manage environmental issues relating to vessels. Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Australia's Marine Business Industry News Source. Marine Business News brings together recreational marine industry news as well as leisure marine, super yacht and boat show news for the betterment of the marine industry. Marine Business News aims to share news and information to the recreational marine industry with the view of improving knowledge and supporting the growth and betterment of the industry. Balmain, NSW Australia

Marine pests threaten Australia's unique marine environment and marine industries. Over 250 introduced marine plants and animals have hitch-hiked to Australian waters on vessels of all types from yachts to commercial ships. Some have displaced our native species from their habitats, changing our coastal areas and damaging our fishing, aquaculture and tourism industries. To protect our marine environment and industries, the Australian and state/territory governments along with marine industries and marine scientists are implementing the National System for the Prevention and Management of Marine Pest Incursions. The National System aims to prevent new marine pests species arriving, guide responses when a new pest is discovered and minimise the spread and impact of pests that are already established in Australia.

Marine Rescue Shoalhaven is a volunteer organisation operating a 24-hour Weather Conditions Service and Search And Rescue Coordination Centre (S.A.R.C.C.). The base station (callsign: Marine Rescue Shoalhaven) is located in The Pilot Station at Crookhaven Heads from where staff have views over the Crookhaven Bar and Shoalhaven Bight to Gerroa and Black Head. Between sunrise and sunset, the Pilot Station staff log vessels on and off as they put to and return from the sea. They monitor Marine Distress frequencies 24 hours a day and co-ordinate Marine Search and Rescue operations. The Pilot Station is manned 24 hours a day 365 days a year. Culburra Beach, New South Wales, Australia

Aims to provide information and guidance on action to understand and care for Australia's coasts and oceans, and to promote the wise use of our marine resources. The Department of the Environment designs and implements the Australian Government's policies and programmes to protect and conserve the environment, water and heritage and promote climate action. This department deals with Fisheries, Commonwealth marine reserves, Marine species, Marine plans, Marine pollution, Great Barrier Reef, Legislation, and more.

Maritime Safety Queensland, Australia, is a government agency attached to Queensland Transport. Our role is to protect Queensland's waterways and the people who use them - providing safer, cleaner seas.

The Mornington Peninsula Marine Alliance (MPMA) has been formed by marine related businesses and has the support of the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council (MPSC). The Alliance is a central body to advocate on behalf of parties with an interest in maritime business and coastal sport and recreation organisation located on the Mornington Peninsula and/or operating on either or both of Port Phillip Bay and Western Port Bay. Balnarring Beach, Victoria, Australia

Serving our Boating Community - Safe Waterways and Support for the Maritime Community. NSW Maritime is the State Government Authority responsible for marine safety, regulation of commercial and recreational boating and oversight of port operations. The Authority is also responsible for property management of submerged lands in Sydney Harbour, Newcastle Harbour, Botany Bay and Port Kembla, and for providing strategic advice on ports and maritime matters to the NSW Government. NSW Australia

The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is part of the Department of Environment and Conservation - the main government conservation agency in New South Wales, Australia.

On a map, Tasmania has the appearance of a jewel hanging around the neck of mainland Australia - an appropriate image for what is Australia's most unique state, a jewel waiting to be discovered and appreciated. Come and explore Tasmania, with the aid of the Island State's most comprehensive visitor and traveller guide - Our Tasmania.

Redmap stands for Range Extension Database and Mapping project. This project invites Australians to share sightings of marine species that are 'uncommon' to their local seas. Over time, Redmap will use this 'citizen science' data to map which Australian marine species may be extending their distribution range – a.k.a moving house - in response to changes in the marine environment, such as ocean warming. Redmap members use their knowledge of the seas to help monitor Australia's vast coastline. The citizen science data also highlights regions and species that may be experiencing more distribution changes, so that research can be focused into these areas.

Roads and Maritime Services is a NSW Government agency delivering safe and efficient journeys throughout NSW, managing the operations and programs of roads and waterways. Here you will find everything you need to know about using NSW waterways, including aquatic events, boat ramps, bridge opening times, maps, web cameras, restrictions and closures and weather and tide information. New South Wales, Australia

This Guide covers most areas of interest to cruising yachts sailing in South Australian waters. It provides detailed information on anchorages and marinas from Ceduna on the SA West Coast to Port Fairy in western Victoria (to assist those yachts on passage from SA to Tasmania or through Bass Strait to Australia's east coast). It is not a Cruising Guide and contains no charts or navigation instructions. It assumes any cruising yacht will have the necessary paper charts, and that most yachts have various electronic charting options such as Chart Plotters and/or tablets, phones or laptops for which charting applications are readily available.

Seabreeze Technologies comes to the rescue of folk who need to know what the wind is doing in Australia. This site was originally built for Windsurfers & Kitesurfers - where strong wind is a good thing. Seabreeze is the #1 choice of Australian Kitesurfers, Stand Up Paddlers, Windsurfers, and Surfers/Longboarders. We are honoured to host the most popular watersports forums/2nd hand listings for each of these sports - more ocean crazed addicts than any other site in Australia!

Welcome to Shipmate Marine Directory, a unique directory of marine trades and services in Australia created by boaters, for boaters. As well as marine trades and services, Shipmate includes all those other things that you need to know when you're boating. Details on emergency services, yacht clubs, marinas, marine organisations, weather, tides and links to Webcams and Wave Buoys. Williamstown, Vic Australia

The SA Whale Centre is the Fleurieu's whale watching centrepoint in the coastal town of Victor Harbor featuring 3 floors of displays, rare art, videos, artefacts & hands-on activities and a whale sighting information service. Only an hour's drive from Adelaide, the southern Fleurieu Peninsula is a whale watcher's paradise. The viewing opportunities stretch along the entire length of Encounter Bay, and many of the popular vantage points are the same as those once used by whalers to spot their prey. Southern Right whales have frequented the Bay for hundreds of years. The South Australian Whale Centre Education Service offers a range of programs and activities for school and community groups in a unique marine experience. Victor Harbor, SA Australia

Superyacht Australia is the peak body for the Australian Superyacht Industry. Our key focus is to develop and promote the South Pacific’s international competitiveness as a destination for the global superyacht fleet; to increase visitations of superyachts to Australia; and to promote the capabilities of the Australian superyacht industry to service a visiting vessels’ every need. Australia is renowned for its iconic attractions, pristine and secluded cruising grounds, award-winning repair and refit businesses, marina facilities and long-established supply chain. Come on down. A warm welcome awaits you! Warriewood, NSW Australia

Surf Life Saving is Australia's major water safety, drowning prevention and rescue authority. We create a safe environment on Australia's beaches and coastline through patrols, education and training, public safety campaigns and the promotion of health and fitness. With 166,923 members and 311 affiliated surf life saving clubs, Surf Life Saving is the largest volunteer movement of its kind in Australia. We also operate the country’s largest lifeguard service, contracting to local government and other coastal land managers. Rosebery, NSW, Australia