SYDNEY BOAT SHOW: Here comes Riv'

Not even dark skies on the horizon could dampen Riviera's enthusiasm as four brand-new examples of Australian-built on-water luxury today departed the iconic marque's world-class facility on the Gold Coast bound for the 2015 Sydney International Boat Show.

Led through the Gold Coast seaway by the supremely seaworthy and luxurious long-range new 57 Enclosed Flybridge - which makes her World Premiere in Sydney - the convoy heading south down Australia's east coast includes the stylish Riviera 6000 Sport Yacht, sporty 515 SUV and the sophisticated new 52 Enclosed Flybridge, which makes her Sydney Premiere as part of stunning $13.5 million showcase at Cockle Bay on Darling Harbour.

Also featured at Riviera's red-carpet Sydney display will be the impressive 445 SUV and 5000 Sport Yacht models, as well as the timelessly classic Belize 54 Daybridge and, it has now been confirmed, a second stately 5000 Sport Yacht being offered through the new Boating Partnerships, the only syndication service with the formal factory endorsement of Australia's 2015 Marine Exporter of the Year.

With Sydney's inspiring skyline as a backdrop, these eight magnificent and luxurious motor yachts will certainly make for a spectacular setting when Riviera hosts its sold-out 'Let Us Entertain You' marina party next Saturday night for some 350 members of the global Riviera family of luxury motor yacht owners and their invited guests.