Surf Cat

From Thursday and continuing through the weekend, including Bank Holiday Monday, the Southern Hemisphere’s most comprehensive recreational marine exhibition fills the exhibition space at the ICC Sydney and the custom-built marina at Cockle Bay, presenting everything for the boating lover, covering cruising, sailing, ski and wakeboarding, kayaking, scuba and snorkeling, fishing and more. 

The top marine dealers from across Australia and beyond have gathered alongside government agencies, offering visitors the chance to view and compare products, learn about the features of various watercraft, and hear about the regulations and safeguards in place to protect our state’s waterways.

Up to five million Australians enjoy recreational time on or diving under the water each year, and Australia’s boating and scuba diving facilities are considered world class. Well-equipped marinas and dive sites can be found locally and in regional coastal centres, so there’s high-quality infrastructure in place for boaters and divers of all persuasions. Australia is fast becoming a well-established first-choice destination for cruising, long-range fishing or inshore water sports with local and international visitors.

Darren Vaux, President of the Boating Industry Association Ltd who organise the event, said there’s no shortage of opportunities to enjoy Australia’s coastal or inland waterways.

“The Sydney International Boat Show again responds to the tremendous enthusiasm Australian’s have for spending time in and around the water. With hundreds of boats on display, and all the gear to go along with them, this special event showcases the many ways individuals and families can get out on the water,” he said.