Marine trades in Newcastle & Lake Macquarie

Marine brokerage operating from Empire Marina and Marks Point Marina on Lake Macquarie (Oliver, Glenn, Paul and team), now under new management and backed by Ray White Marine. Quality used yachts, power and sail, with a hands-on 'we come to you' approach, a qualified buyer database and proven marketing. Servicing Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, the Hunter, Port Stephens and the Central Coast. NOTE: mixed reviews across their listings, including complaints about deposit/communication handling - verify carefully.

Lake Macquarie marine trimmer (5 stars) at Bennetts Green - custom boat covers, biminis, clears and upholstery from a well-organised new workshop, praised for quality product and genuinely helpful advice.

One of the largest marinas in NSW (245 floating-concrete berths; 4.5 stars over 180 reviews) in a protected cove at Marmong Point, northern Lake Macquarie (part of the Empire Marinas group) - wet berthing to 65ft including multihulls, swing moorings, dry storage, a full-service boatyard with travel lift, fuel wharf with pump-out, a 7-day chandlery and on-site trades (On Point Shipwrights, Endeavour Marine). 60nm north of Sydney, 20 min from Newcastle.

Full-service boatyard at Empire Marina, Marmong Point on Lake Macquarie - a 40-50 tonne marine straddle carrier/travel lift with hardstand capacity for 25 boats and inspection lifts (Mon-Fri), supported by approved on-site shipwrights, mechanics and electricians (On Point Shipwrights, Endeavour Marine), antifoul and a chandlery. A well-run one-stop yard for the Hunter fleet.

Lake Macquarie marine mechanics founded in 2000, based at Cardiff. Mercury and Volvo Penta dealers servicing all brands of petrol and diesel inboard, sterndrive and outboard engines and generators, plus rebuilds and vessel systems.

Newcastle marine surveyor and consultant at Wallsend - pre-purchase and condition surveys plus marine consultancy for recreational and commercial vessels across the Hunter region.

The largest marine surveying company in the port of Newcastle (est. 1999 by Captains Andrew Graver and Louis Koutelas; 75+ years' combined experience; team of 14). ISO-accredited and focused on commercial and cargo surveying - surveying 3,600+ vessels a year across Newcastle, Port Hedland, Dampier and Port Walcott, backed by custom survey software (CargoMax). Primarily commercial/bulk shipping rather than recreational pre-purchase work.

Lake Macquarie marine electrical specialists (Jason and team) with a long-standing reputation (5 stars) for quality marine electrical fit-outs, repairs and diagnostics.

Waterfront marine workshop at Toronto on Lake Macquarie, owned by Nicholas Zufic (20+ years' experience). Servicing all brands of petrol and diesel inboard and outboard engines on boats 32ft and under, with dry dock and mobile service.

Lake Macquarie boat sales and brokerage (Damien and team; 4.6 stars) at Victory Parade, Toronto. Consignment sales, trade-ins and brokerage with a reputation for straight-talking, no-hard-sell service and thorough video walkthroughs and water tests for interstate buyers.

Well-rated Lake Macquarie boat dealer (Damien; 4.6 stars) at Victory Parade, Toronto - new and used sales and consignment including Revival and trailerboat brands, with fair trade-ins and helpful remote-buyer video walkthroughs and water tests. A straight-up, no-hard-sell operator praised for going the extra mile buying and selling.

Outboard and inboard/sterndrive service centre on Lake Macquarie at Boolaroo, minutes from Cockle Creek boat ramp. New Tohatsu sales and service, plus outboard servicing for Tohatsu, Mercury, Yamaha and Suzuki.

Family-run Lake Macquarie marina (4.0 stars) at Belmont Bay, Marks Point - walk-on berths, swing moorings, jet-ski pontoons, a full-service boatyard and slipway, fuel wharf and a stocked chandlery, with on-site tenants (ACME Marine Engineering, BuyaBoat sales, Coast Covers). A well-located one-stop-shop with friendly, trusted service.

Lake Macquarie shipwright (James; 4.7 stars) at Nanda St, Marmong Point - restoration work, hardtop and seat rebuilds, fibreglass and gelcoat repair and rectification of rusted fastenings and backing plates, with plenty of time and effort put into each job.

Newcastle's boatyard (since 2003; Joe, Brad and team; 4.3 stars) at Hannell St, Wickham, minutes from the CBD - straddle-lift haul-out with deep-water access catering to a wide range of vessel types, hardstand, a 2-tonne rigging crane (step/unstep rigs, engine in/out), antifoul and shipwright services, a double floating work berth and adjacent NCYC marina. Offsite and mobile services Australia-wide. NOTE: one review disputed invoice value - get a written quote.

Lake Macquarie-based yacht rigger (Patrick; 5 stars) covering the Hunter and beyond - standing and running rigging, rig inspections and tuning, mast work, halyards and sail repair, with a strong track record prepping rigs for offshore campaigns (Hobart, Noumea, Hamilton Island). Mobile across Lake Macquarie, Newcastle and Port Stephens.

Family-run Newcastle marine dealer (4.2 stars over 64 reviews) at Pacific Hwy, Belmont - an authorised Yamaha outboard dealer with new boat and outboard sales, repower, rigging and service (Peter, Ralph). Praised for prompt, friendly, professional service and quick outboard-refit turnaround.

Lake Macquarie shipwrights (Josh, Aaron and team; 4.8 stars over 17 reviews) at Nanda St, Marmong Point. Rudder and structural repairs, fibreglassing and antifoul, plus timber and classic-boat work - with access to quality machining and fabrication, clear scope, regular updates and on-schedule delivery.

Fully mobile marine mechanical business servicing Lake Macquarie, Newcastle and Port Stephens. Engine repairs, servicing, rebuilds, and custom fabrication including transom rebuilds.

Lake Macquarie sailmaker at Speers Point - new sails, repairs, rigging replacement and canvas work, noted for genuinely helpful advice and standing by its workmanship.

Well-established Lake Macquarie brokerage (Rod Mackay, principal - ex-professional sailor; 20+ years; 4.4 stars) at Toronto, with a floating office on a Mariner 28. Sail and power, new and used, and a known outlet for used Catalina yachts (they run the annual Catalina Owners Rendezvous). Full-service: valuations, finance, delivery, berthing and insurance as a Club Marine agent, with an international affiliate network. Reviews consistently praise honest, non-pushy service.

Newcastle marine trimmer (4.8 stars) at Maryland - custom boat covers, biminis, canvas and upholstery with fantastic craftsmanship and made exactly to spec, well regarded by repeat customers.

Newcastle-based marine surveyor (David Burn; 5 stars) - a traditionally trained shipwright, AMSA-approved (accreditation 2656-7583-8, categories G/K/L/O) and AIMS member (#943) with 45 years in ship and boat building. Comprehensive pre-purchase, insurance and commercial surveys across timber, fibreglass, steel and aluminium, servicing the coast from Sydney to the Gold Coast, plus DIY-build oversight and select shipwright/restoration work.

Lake Macquarie shipwright (Zac; 5 stars) at Day St, Toronto - boat repairs and restoration, fibreglass and gelcoat, plus canvas/cover and finishing work, praised for great workmanship and attention to detail.

Lake Macquarie marine trimmer (Luke; 5 stars) at Day St, Toronto - boat covers, biminis, clears, storm covers and upholstery. A perfectionist known for covers that fit perfectly and outlast factory items, with careful design of ventilation, zips and viewing panels.

Lake Macquarie boat detailer at Marmong Point (near the marina) - washing, polish, gelcoat and oxidation restoration and interior detailing for the Lake Macquarie and Newcastle fleet.

Newcastle/Lake Macquarie loft of Ullman Sails (Rod Carter; 5 stars) at Eleebana. New racing and cruising sails plus high-quality repairs, UV replacement and re-stitching, boom bags, covers and even bespoke backyard shade sails - repeatedly described as a personable, super-responsive true craftsman with reasonable prices.

Newcastle store of Whitworths Marine & Leisure (4.4 stars over 150 reviews) at Griffiths Rd, Lambton - an enormous range of boat hardware, spare parts, rigging, marine electronics, BBQs, safety gear, ropes and clothing. Staff go above and beyond, including strong warranty support (e.g. handling Raymarine repairs end-to-end).