Weekly Powerboats & Fishing Summary

Summary for w/b - 17 Jan, 2006 12pm

The Rivergate Marina & Slipway, 8nm down river from the entrance to Brisbane River will be officially opened in early February. The 104 berth, deep-water, floating marina, suitable for boats from 12m (39ft) to 60m (196ft) in length is now open. A service berth for yachts up to 70m (230ft) is also available. The berth has heavy vehicle access to assist with loading and unloading of parts and provisions. A professionally managed hardstand with travel lifts will be available in April.

Jan 26 - Australia Day on Sydney Harbour - In the morning hundreds of paddlers race from the Opera House to Blues Point Reserve, and a ferry race is held. At midday all types of boats are invited to join a parade around the harbour. In the afternoon the regatta starts, tall ships race and the Australian Defence Forces conduct aerial displays. At 4pm boaties drop anchor in Johnstons Bay for Jazz on the Water starting at 5pm, followed by the Australia Day Spectacular at 8.45pm.

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