NSW · Brooklyn, Berowra, Berowra Waters, Wisemans Ferry, Hornsby, North Turramurra and surrounds
Family-run Hawkesbury houseboat hire (Hilda, Simon and team) at River Rd, Wisemans Ferry - self-drive houseboats (no licence needed; 4-knot cruising) from day trips to multi-night stays, sleeping 6-10+, for slow river cruising and fishing amid the Hawkesbury's cliffs and wildlife. Well organised, helpful and family-friendly.
Self-drive BBQ boat hire (5.0 stars over 21 reviews; owner Mike) at Calabash Point, Berowra Waters - clean, well-maintained BBQ and fishing boats with onboard toilet (no licence required), plus great fishing-spot and mooring advice. An easy, comfortable day on the quieter Berowra arm of the Hawkesbury.
Marine electrical, air-conditioning and refrigeration specialists working the Hawkesbury and Pittwater from Fenwicks Marina Brooklyn and Akuna Bay Marina.
Long-established Sydney marine dealer (family-owned, 25+ years; 4.3 stars over 258 reviews) at Railway Rd North, Mulgrave - new and used sales of Bar Crusher, Stacer, Formosa, Northbank, Stejcraft and Chaparral boats, rigged with Yamaha and Suzuki outboards (sole NSW/ACT Suzuki Marine dealer), plus service. Repeatedly praised (Lee and the team) for honest, no-pressure advice and smooth handovers.
Brooklyn (Hawkesbury River) marina and slipway (4.3 stars) offering antifouling and boat maintenance at reasonable prices, alongside marina services and houseboat hire.
Friendly Hawkesbury day-boat hire (4.6 stars over 51 reviews; Dave and Brad) at Dangar Rd, Brooklyn - self-drive fishing and BBQ day boats (no licence required) with toilet and BBQ facilities, seating up to ~11, plus excellent local fishing-spot knowledge. Clean, well-equipped boats and genuinely helpful service.
Family-run Hawkesbury River shipwright and fabrication business (Michael and Ben Elmes; 30 years' combined experience; 5 stars) at Fenwicks Marina, Brooklyn - servicing Sydney, the Northern Beaches and Central Coast. Michael handles refits, timber joinery, spray painting and repairs; Ben is a pressure welder doing custom aluminium and stainless fabrication (tanks, rails, thrusters).
Large, full-service marina (4.5 stars over 440+ reviews) at Bobbin Head in Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - marina berths, dry storage, hardstand and haul-out, fuel, gas, ice and chandlery, plus a restaurant and cafe. A scenic Cowan Creek base (note national park vehicle entry fee applies).
Well-run Hawkesbury houseboat and day-boat hire (4.7 stars over 96 reviews; owner Paul) at Brooklyn Rd, Brooklyn - self-drive houseboats and fishing day boats (no licence required) with tinny/kayak add-ons, bait and ice, and a helpful navigation app. Smooth, friendly, family-oriented operation on the lower Hawkesbury.
Popular Hawkesbury houseboat hire (4.7 stars over 184 reviews; Karen and team) at Brooklyn Rd, Brooklyn - self-drive houseboats from cosy 2-berth up to large group boats (no licence needed), fully equipped with BBQ and kitchen, for weekend to week-long river getaways. Clean, comfortable boats and easy online booking.
Marine brokerage based at Brooklyn on the Hawkesbury River, listing sail and power vessels across the Hawkesbury and Broken Bay.
Marine workshop at Hornsby (just off the M1) serving Central Coast boat owners. Qualified technicians across all vessel types and engine brands - servicing, rebuilds, electronics, antifoul and detailing.
Marine electronics and accessory installer (Jack; 5 stars) covering greater Sydney - neat, well-planned installs of Simrad screens, transducers, Minn Kota trolling motors, outriggers and full cable re-hauls.
Renowned Australian luxury motor-yacht builder (Palm Beach Motor Yachts, founded by Mark Richards; now part of Grand Banks) at Berowra, north of Sydney - elegant, high-performance downeast-style cruisers (GT and Classic ranges, ~42-80ft) known for sleek, timeless design, cold-moulded/composite construction and impeccable finish. Exported worldwide.
Marine repair specialist servicing inboard, sterndrive and outboard engines across a wide range of cruiser brands.
Well-regarded Hawkesbury boat dealership (4.5 stars over 130 reviews) at Curtis Rd, Mulgrave - new and used sales of Quintrex, Yellowfin, Revival, Bayliner and Rae Line boats, a Mercury outboard dealer with a strong service and repower workshop. Praised for great-priced Quintrex packages (520 Cruiseabout, 450 Fishabout) and excellent, no-pressure service from the team.
Highly rated marine electronics and fit-out specialists (Steve and Harry; 5 stars) at Brooklyn - neat Garmin sounder/GPS installs, full electronics upgrades and detailed pre-purchase inspections.