Hello from downunder

[suncoast sailer]

Like to say hello to all I love this forum and have it on my phone and check in all the time to check out new threads, looking for a good blue water boat, for home and adventure, nice to meet you all and thank you for so much valuable info

[BlueSun]

Hi suncoast sailer. Welcome to CF - as you've realised it's an amazing resource. Hope to be up your way soon!

[ozskipper]

hey mate , welcome along. There are quite a few of us Aussies hanging around here. So there is always someone ready to impart local knowledge as well if needed. what sort of boat are you looking for?

[JBH]

Welcome to the forum from another aussie. It's mostly a friendly place here

Where will you be doing your sailing? I'm moving up to Sydney from Melbourne next month to enjoy some winter sailing out on the harbour.

Best of luck with the boat search.

[ozskipper]

Originally Posted by JBH

Welcome to the forum from another aussie. It's mostly a friendly place here

Where will you be doing your sailing? I'm moving up to Sydney from Melbourne next month to enjoy some winter sailing out on the harbour.

Best of luck with the boat search.

The harbour is awsome in winter!! No traffic and gentle sou-easters. Love it

[Jacko]

Hi Suncoast welcome from an other Ozzie I am up in FNQ an just love being near the reef looking forward to seeing you in Paradise one day soon. Set your sights on Lizard Island it is an Australian Icon !!!!! Cheers Jacko

[suncoast sailer]

Originally Posted by ozskipper

hey mate , welcome along. There are quite a few of us Aussies hanging around here. So there is always someone ready to impart local knowledge as well if needed. what sort of boat are you looking for?

Thank you, looking for cc 40 foot up love aboard something to go anywhere

[suncoast sailer]

Originally Posted by ozskipper

The harbour is awsome in winter!! No traffic and gentle sou-easters. Love it

Have sailed on the harbour many times what a great spot,

[suncoast sailer]

Originally Posted by Jacko

Hi Suncoast welcome from an other Ozzie I am up in FNQ an just love being near the reef looking forward to seeing you in Paradise one day soon. Set your sights on Lizard Island it is an Australian Icon !!!!! Cheers Jacko

Hey Jacko, I did twelve month on sail trainer ship "South Passage" and have anchored off Lizard and snorkeled in bay could not believe how many giant clams there are just beautiful

[Mr B]

Welcome from wet and cold Melbourne,

[suncoast sailer]

Originally Posted by Mr B

Welcome from wet and cold Melbourne,

Poor you the sun is shining here in the sunshine state ha ha

[first.contact]

Another Aussie here. Living on the boat in Townsville. Perhaps we should ask the moderator for a special Aussie forum! what say ye?

[matauwhi]

Welcome aboard mate. I have a very nice, well kept Mason 53 on the other side of the Tasman if you want to have a close look. She's ready to take you where you want to go. Cheers

[suncoast sailer]

Originally Posted by matauwhi

Welcome aboard mate. I have a very nice, well kept Mason 53 on the other side of the Tasman if you want to have a close look. She's ready to take you where you want to go. Cheers

Hi Neigbour, yeah very nice boat but to big in size and price for me
cheers

[matauwhi]

Fair enough, mate. The better half and I have successfully handled our Mason 53 for over a decade now without any difficulties. Don't rule out looking at larger yachts, provided they are set up with the proper gear. All the best with the search. Cheers.