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St Kilda Boat Sales http://www.stkildaboatsales.com.au/ Go4 News Go4 Multimedia. Donovan Craig <donovan@go4.com.au> http://www.stkildaboatsales.com.au/news/newsitem.html?news_id=304 Boating Industry Association Of Victoria - Board Of Directors 2012 The Boating Industry Association of Victoria Board for 2012/2013 is as follows: - Andy Warner (President) - Paul Benjamin (Vice President) - David Heyes (Immediate Past President) - Irene Hoe (Chairman Events Advisory Panel) - Darren Finklestein (Membership director) - Stuart Jackson - Gordon Howlett - Chris Schultz - Paul Junginger BIAV are pleased to announce the election of a new President and Vice-President to the Board as we move forward into 2012. The newly elected President - Andrew Warner has been on the BIAV board since 2008 and been Vice-President since 2009, working alongside Andy in the role of Vice-President will be Paul Benjamin, the Victorian State Manager of IC Frith & Associates insurance brokers. Paul will be entering his second year on the BIAV Board. David Heyes of BRP in his 18th year and having served two years as President and seven years as Vice-President has retired his position as President following the normal 2-year term cycle of office, but will remain as a representative on the Board where he will continue with his BIAV project commitments. Both Andy and Paul bring a wealth of expertise to the leadership team sharing 60 years of experience in the marine industry. Andy commenced his career in the industry in the 1980s as a naval architect and worked in a variety of positions including quality assurance, ship operations, and marine surveying until 2001 when he became Chairman of Anchor Marine. Andy is also a Member of Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME), the American Boat and Yacht Council and is an active yachtsman. Paul also entered the industry in the 1980s when he commenced his own business operating the largest sailboard business in the southern hemisphere. Over his career, Paul has worked for Club Marine, Sunrunner Cruisers and Genmar Inc before he commenced with IC Frith & Associates in 2010. Paul has a breadth of knowledge and expertise in insurance and accounting, sales and marketing and management and in his spare time enjoys sailing and open water scuba diving. BIAV would also like to welcome Paul Junginger of Evolution Boats to the Board and congratulate Irene Hoe of Western Port Marina in moving into the position of Chairman of Events Advisory Panel. Latest News Luke Moulton <luke@go4.com.au> http://www.stkildaboatsales.com.au/news/newsitem.html?news_id=301 The Bucket-List of Boating Paradise Before you kick the Bucket, try these boating paradises! The so-called Bucket List, otherwise known as 'things to do before I die', is conceptually brilliant but for one fatal marketing flaw ... the bit about dying. Just as youth is wasted on the young, so life's richest experiences can be squandered by old coots. On their do-or-die list should be 'benefit from medical research' or 'book room at Hilton for final fling' ... leave the Bucket List to those enjoying the rudest of health. In that vein, and with New Year's Resolutions still daisy fresh, I hereby present 'Ten places you must go boating while very much alive': Port Stephens (NSW): Fame Cove, Fingal Bay, Jimmys Beach, Broughton Island. Say no more if you're into swimming, fishing and nanna naps. Myall Lakes (NSW): Pitch a tent, boil a billy and enjoy the serenity of a freshwater paradise. The shallowness of the river and speed restrictions discourage the very big and very fast. Broken Bay (NSW): Do yourself a favour, as Molly used to say, and buy some fish and chips at Patonga before nipping across to Refuge Bay for the evening. The waterway has a Jurassic Park feel, so a final taste of civilisation is a real treat. Sydney Harbour (NSW): Sure there's the bright lights but you don't have to venture far to find raw beauty either. Slip under The Spit Bridge and it's like entering The Chronicles of Narnia wardrobe to find a place full of trees and wildlife within stone's throw of a maddening metropolis. Gippsland Lakes (VIC): 20,000 waterbirds from as far afield as Siberia and Alaska call this habitat home ... and there are almost as many houseboats. It's actually a network of lakes – Lake Wellington, Lake King and Lake Victoria – fed by the Thomson, Latrobe, Mitchell, Nicholson and Tambo rivers. Wineglass Bay (TAS): Gruff granite mountains form an imposing backdrop to this horseshoe-shaped stretch of sand that's consistently rated among the top 10 beaches in the world. Row ashore and cook your freshly caught fish over a fire. Whitsundays: For whatever kind of break you're after, the 74 islands of the Whitsundays are your oyster. You can sample different resorts or stay at a Whitehaven Beach long after the oily tourists have gone. New Caledonia: The natives of Noumea have one less roussette to worry about because I ate the little fruit sucker. Yep, a bat ... delicious, he was too, with French herbs and a red wine jus. Nowhere else can you get that French Polynesian mix so close to Australia. Croatia: Everyone who's done the Med and the West Indies reckons this bountiful nation on the Adriatic coast has more to offer in the way of historic charm, new-age luxury and eye-watering scenery. Antarctic: See an iceberg at least once, and a penguin before Happy Feet 3 exploits them to death. Cruise ships depart from Hobart, while charter sailboats often run 'expedition style' voyages to the Antarctic Peninsula from South America. News article written by Mark Rothfield of: Powerboat-world.com Latest News Luke Moulton <luke@go4.com.au> http://www.stkildaboatsales.com.au/news/newsitem.html?news_id=298 Did you use your boat over summer holidays? It's the same old story each year after the Christmas and New Year histeria has dissapeared, you come to the realisation that you just didn't use your boat. Why was that so and after much analysis it seems that;  the kids were too busy,  we had oher plans, I couldn't I have been bothered to go to the boat ramp??? Don't despair, this is typical of this time of the year...... But sadly when not in use, the boat gathers barnicles and sea-gulls, afterall salt-water is a very corrosive substance and the Aussie sun spares nothing. The good news is there are buyers for all boats!! Currently, we've experienced terrific summer sales, with many registered buyers on our books - waiting to buy for this season. BOATS ARE SELLING and we have SOLD-OUT of most of our stock, especially in the popular 20 ft to 40ft range for the family orientated buyer.  Don't forget those pro-fisherman, all wanting to splash-out and buy the perfect fishing boat! Popular models WANTED; Trailerable Runabouts & Half-Cabins Sportscruisers Flybridge Cruisers If you are thinking about  your options; be it selling outright or on consignment, trading-up or trading-down, then please give us a call.... We need more stock for this season, so let us 'SELL YOUR BOAT'. Remember our 'NO SELL - NO FEE' offer. LAST 20 Recent Sales Broad selection of Used Boats sold in the lead up to Christmas 2011 Streaker 5.02 Runabout & Trailer  $12,500 Caribbean Cobra & Trailer  $19,500 Caribbean 32 Flybridge Cruiser  $252,000 Sea Ray 260 Sportscruiser  $32,000 Bertram 25 Flybridge  $45,000 Sea Ray 275 Sportscruiser  $62,000 Caribbean 2400 & Trailer  $110,000 Sea Ray 595  $750,000 Baja 250 SportFish & Trailer  $58,000 Four Winns v268  $52,500 Caribbean 35 Flybridge Cruiser  $550,000 Caribbean 27 Open (Runabout)  $155,000 Bertram 28 Flybridge Cruiser  $32,500 Riviera M370 Sportscruiser  $160,000 Caribbean 26 Flybridge  $75,000 Riviera M400 Sportscruiser  $228,000 Riviera M430 Diesel $280,000 Riviera M430 $210,000 Sea Ray 260 $45,000 Caribbean 24 Open (Runabout) $65,000 What's your boat worth? Call Darren on 0418-379 369 or 03) 9525-5500 for your free market appraisal and our 'NO SELL - NO FEE' offer. Free marina storage is available for both Trailerable and Wet-Berth vessels. Or email us your details and we'll do the research  over the Christmas / New Year period and let you know, what she's worth to sell in todays market. Once we agree on her value, bring her down to the marina so be can start our campaign!                 Latest News Luke Moulton <luke@go4.com.au> http://www.stkildaboatsales.com.au/news/newsitem.html?news_id=303 Safety Warning to Jet Skiers Transport Safety Victoria (TSV) is urging Victorian jet skiers to be prepared, ensure they carry the right safety equipment and know how to raise the alarm if something goes wrong. This reminder follows the recent incident involving a 29-year-old man who spent a night drifting at sea while awaiting rescue after the jet ski he was riding broke down off the coast of Torquay. The man was wearing his life jacket, but did not carry a torch, which is required by law for all jet skis, as with all personal watercraft (PWCs). TSV’s Acting Director, Maritime Safety, Lisa Faldon said the incident serves as a reminder that the law requires jet ski operators and all passengers, including anyone being towed, to wear an approved life jacket at all times, as well as carry a buoyant waterproof torch. “A torch is an important piece of safety equipment that could help to save your life,” Ms Faldon said. “Jet skis don't have lights, as most boats do, so carrying a waterproof buoyant torch is essential. “Although you may not intend to be out at night, circumstances can change quickly. If you end up being out after dark, a torch can be used to signal other vessels or people on shore and therefore aid your rescue.” Ms Faldon also sent a message to family and friends about alerting emergency services early to help improve search times. “If you are worried about someone who has not returned from their trip, don't delay or wait until it’s dark before you raise the alarm,” Ms Faldon said. “Conditions at night can make the search and rescue more difficult.” Transport Safety Victoria advises jet ski operators to: • Hold a boat operator license with a PWC endorsement • Wear an approved life jacket or personal flotation device (PFD) • Carry a waterproof buoyant torch at all times • Carry a registered EPIRB if operating more than 2 nm from the shore on coastal waters • Always attach the ignition cut-out safety lines • Carry a mobile phone in a water proof pouch, or a personal location beacon, so you can raise the alarm in an emergency • Consider always carrying flares as part of your emergency equipment so you can raise the alarm in areas outside mobile network coverage • Not drink and ride • Obey all boating regulations and signs All boaters should follow these simple safety tips: • Check the weather before you go out. Contact the Bureau of Meteorology for the latest Victorian weather warnings: www.bom.gov.au/vic • Undertake regular maintenance of your vessel and safety equipment • Let someone know where you are going, your point of departure and when you plan to return Information reprinted with permission from: www.biavic.com.au Latest News Luke Moulton <luke@go4.com.au>