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New gadget set to excite ‘boaties’

September 27, 2012

Family owned and operated business Big Fish Specialist Imports (BFSI) is set to debut an
innovative GPS tracking and control device at the inaugural Rivergate International Boat
Show, from October 5 to 7 at Rivergate Marina, Murarrie.

The revolutionary and feature packed Marine Angel will provide boat owners with the
knowledge their vessel is secure, by quickly sending an alert if security is breached to a
nominated mobile phone via SMS ... | read more

Coast Guards Gear Up for the Boat Show

September 24, 2012

As if being privy to the latest products and services taking place within the Australian boating scene wasn’t enough, now patrons of the inaugural Rivergate International Boat Show will be proudly supporting the Coast Guard Redcliffe (QF3).

QF3 have been named the show’s official charitable partner in an effort to give back to the very people who ‘boaties’ and sailors depend upon everyday ... | read more

All Aboard for a Fashion Spectacular

September 20, 2012

This year’s Rivergate International Boat Show will receive an extra splash of glamour thanks to the attendance of internationally acclaimed supermodel Lisa Seiffert.

Ms Seiffert will be modeling a range of designer labels from Marg K Boutiques at the River Rhapsody morning tea hosted aboard the iconic Kookaburra River Queens on October 6 – 7.

Rivergate International Boat Show general manager Narelle Jensen said the event was sure to be a highlight of the weekend ... | read more

Morning tea on the high sea

September 14, 2012

Visitors to this year’s Rivergate International Boat Show can enjoy the beauty of the Brisbane River and a lavish morning tea.

Hosted aboard the iconic Kookaburra River Queens on October 6 – 7, the River Rhapsody Morning Tea will provide guests the chance to enjoy a morning of elegant cuisine and fashion.

Rivergate International Boat Show general manager Narelle Jensen said the morning tea will bring a touch of glamour to the weekend event.

“Guests will enjoy an elegant selection of sweet and savoury fare paying homage to the tradition and artisan of high tea,” Ms Jensen said ... | read more

Big names announced for Rivergate International Boat Show

September 4, 2012

Two of Australia’s biggest and best boating brands have announced their attendance at this year’s inaugural Rivergate International Boat show from October 5 to 7 on the Brisbane River.

Gold Coast based manufacturers Maritimo and Mustang will be bringing decades of experience in crafting superior vessels right here in Queensland.

On display will be the Maritimo 58 cruising motor yacht, one of the largest boats in the Maritimo collection and an embodiment of the company’s commitment to luxury and unparalleled engineering. | read more

For auction: Kookaburra River Queens go under the hammer

August 20, 2012

The Kookaburra River Queens, two authentic paddle wheelers and long-standing Brisbane icons, will be auctioned at Rivergate International Boat Show on Sunday October 7.

Brisbane Cruises Captain Jim Kelly owns and operates the boats, and said the decision to sell was a tough one.

“The Queens have operated on the Brisbane River since 1987, and I’ve been lucky enough to be involved with them for the past five years,” Captain Kelly said. | read more

Brisbane boat show delivers another first

July 30, 2012

In what is believed to be a world first, a boat auction will be held at the Rivergate International Boat Show on Sunday October 7 in Murrarie, Brisbane.

Rivergate International Boat Show general manager Narelle Jensen revealed further details about the new addition to the show, saying there would be many benefits for all participants. | read more

Brisbane set to host inaugural on water boat show

July 13, 2012

Plans are well underway for Brisbane’s first on water international boat show to be held at one of Australia’s premier marinas located in Murarrie from October 5 to 7 this year.

The Rivergate International Boat show will bring together the best that life on the water has to offer, from marine accessories, jet skis, power and sail boats to luxury cruisers, superyachts, nautical fashion and a riverside seafood festival | read more