Groupe Beneteau pays tribute to Dieter Gust Groupe Beneteau pays tribute to Dieter Gust Founder of Construction Navale Bordeaux (CNB) Groupe Beneteau announces with deep sadness the passing of Dieter Gust on Wednesday, July 8, after a courageous ten-year battle with illness. by Beneteau Group Posted 10 Jul 20:29 AEST BIA Victoria challenges 'work from home' laws BIA Victoria challenges 'work from home' laws A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania Several months ago, BIAV stated that it did not support the proposed work-from-home laws - i.e. that any worker who can reasonably do their work from home may do so for at least two days per week. This may come into effect in September. by Peter Rendle Posted 10 Jul 07:00 AEST First Johnson 70 is heading to Brisbane First Johnson 70 is heading to Brisbane Hull No. 4 has officially departed on her journey to Australia We are delighted to share a defining moment for our shipyard — the first Johnson 70 (Hull No. 4) has officially departed on her journey to Australia, with her grand arrival in the beautiful waters of Brisbane scheduled for mid-July. by Johnson Yachts Posted 9 Jul 07:54 AEST BIAV joins AUSMASA to strengthen marine skills BIAV joins AUSMASA to strengthen marine skills Becoming an Employer Member of the Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance The Boating Industry Association of Victoria (BIAV) is pleased to announce it has become an Employer Member of the Mining and Automotive Skills Alliance (AUSMASA). by Boating Industry Association of Victoria Posted 8 Jul 13:55 AEST BIAV's position on work-from-home legislation BIAV's position on work-from-home legislation Several months ago, BIAV stated that it did not support the proposed work-from-home laws Several months ago, BIAV stated that it did not support the proposed work-from-home laws. i.e. that any worker who can reasonably do their work from home may do so for at least two days per week. by Boating Industry Association of Victoria Posted 8 Jul 06:13 AEST Inside Maritimo Newsletter Inside Maritimo Newsletter See why Roche Harbor proved the perfect backdrop for an extraordinary gathering Discover the magic of the Pacific Northwest as Maritimo owners come together at the iconic Roche Harbor on Washington's stunning San Juan Island. by Maritimo Posted 8 Jul 04:22 AEST Marine Rescue Eden takes delivery of Eden 30 Marine Rescue Eden takes delivery of Eden 30 Replaceing the Marine Rescue NSW state asset XRAY 30 Marine Rescue Eden has strengthened its on-water response capability, taking delivery of its own dedicated rescue vessel for the first time following the generous donation of a 10.4-metre Steber cabin cruiser by the NSW Water Police. by Marine Rescue NSW Posted 7 Jul 16:28 AEST Marine Auctions: July Online Auctions Marine Auctions: July Online Auctions One of the best ways to sell high value assets An Auction (or marketing without a price) is one of the best ways to sell high value assets and is basically the only way to maximise market value. by Marine Auctions Posted 7 Jul 15:48 AEST 2026 Barfoot & Thompson Yachting Excellence Awards 2026 Barfoot & Thompson Yachting Excellence Awards Nominations open, new inclusive sailing award unveiled Nominations are now open for the 2026 Barfoot & Thompson Yachting Excellence Awards, with Yachting New Zealand also unveiling a new category dedicated to recognising outstanding contributions to inclusive and para sailing. by Yachting New Zealand Posted 3 Jul 19:00 AEST Marine Rescue Ballina Community Memorial Marine Rescue Ballina Community Memorial Recognising the sacrifice and service of Marine Rescue Ballina volunteers A Community Memorial recognising the sacrifice and service of Marine Rescue Ballina volunteers, all first responders and to remember fallen Marine Rescue Ballina volunteers Bill Ewen and Frank Petsch who lost their lives during Ballina 30 rescue tragedy. by Marine Rescue NSW Posted 3 Jul 15:24 AEST Industry revolts against government policies Industry revolts against government policies A summary of news relevant to businesses across Oceania The BIA joined more than 30 leading Australian business groups and industry associations last week to call upon all MPs and Senators to reject the federal government's proposed changes to capital gains tax. by Peter Rendle Posted 3 Jul 07:00 AEST Catalina Yachts returns: a new chapter begins Catalina Yachts returns: a new chapter begins The announcement marks a significant moment for sailors around the world Performance Cruising Yachts welcomes the revival of one of America's most trusted sailing brands, with Catalina production set to restart in Largo, Florida. by Performance Cruising Yachts Posted 2 Jul 11:44 AEST Women in Boating at the Sydney Boat Show Women in Boating at the Sydney Boat Show The 90-minute session brings together women across the marine sector for meaningful conversation Taking place during the Sydney Boat Show, Women in Boating: The Boating Industry and Beyond provides an opportunity for industry professionals to step away from the exhibition floor and engage in focused, peer-led networking. by Boating Industry Association Posted 2 Jul 08:05 AEST Scarborough Marina hosts Marine Jobs Scarborough Marina hosts Marine Jobs A recent highlight was the Scarborough Marina Immersion Day Over the past two weeks, the Marine Jobs program has delivered a range of targeted engagement activities across schools and communities, continuing to build awareness of marine career pathways and strengthen connections between education and industry. by Boating Industry Association Posted 2 Jul 07:08 AEST Record-breaking Australia Tahiti Rendezvous Record-breaking Australia Tahiti Rendezvous This year's event welcomed more than 150 visiting crew members. The Australia Tahiti Rendezvous, one of the superyacht industry's most enduring Pacific traditions, has delivered its most successful edition to date. by AIMEX Posted 2 Jul 06:52 AEST New leadership team at Marine Rescue Jervis Bay New leadership team at Marine Rescue Jervis Bay With former Deputy Unit Commander Brad Clarke elected Unit Commander Marine Rescue Jervis Bay has welcomed a new leadership team, with former Deputy Unit Commander Brad Clarke elected Unit Commander, succeeding Stefania Ring, who stepped down from the role recently. by Marine Rescue NSW Posted 2 Jul 06:30 AEST ACR drives awareness of electronic flares ACR drives awareness of electronic flares Movement towards electronics reinforced by USCG directive to remove pyrotechnics from its cutters ACR Electronics and its brand Ocean Signal are supporting industry transition to electronic flares and calling for a global standard to recognize the technology as an internationally-approved distress signal for commercial and leisure users. by ACR Electronics Posted 1 Jul 22:43 AEST MC-Zero names industry veteran Chris Baird as CEO MC-Zero names industry veteran Chris Baird as CEO To oversee the Company's strategic direction, product development initiatives, global expansion MC-ZERO, the builder of luxury carbon fiber, electric-powered jet vessels redefining the tender market, announced today the appointment of industry veteran, Chris Baird as Chief Executive Officer. by MC-ZERO Posted 1 Jul 22:13 AEST Business community warns Parliament of CGT damage Business community warns Parliament of CGT damage The scale of support for the letter reflected deep and widespread concern BIA joined more than 30 leading Australian business groups and industry associations last week to call upon all MPs and Senators to reject the federal government's proposed changes to capital gains tax (CGT). by Boating Industry Association Posted 1 Jul 21:02 AEST Metstrade 2026 opens visitor registration Metstrade 2026 opens visitor registration With first programme highlights across a week of industry events Visitor registration for Metstrade 2026 is now open, inviting leisure marine professionals from around the world to secure their place at the industry's leading global B2B event, taking place at RAI Amsterdam from 17-19 November. by Metstrade Posted 1 Jul 19:32 AEST