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New Brands & Gold Coast Expansion
Game and Leisure Boats is a highly reputable dealership based on the Gold Coast and exclusive dealers for world-leading brands such as Grady-White, Viking, Valhalla and Regal.
Capelli x Short Marine Partnership
We’re super excited to officially launch the Capelli x Short Marine partnership, bringing Europe’s leading inflatable boat manufacturer to Australian shores.
The Evolution of Short Marine
Over the last few years, we have gone through enormous growth as a business. Our growth includes going from a team of 8 to a team of 40, expansion of offices, multiple new workshops, new brands, new service offerings and the list goes on. The exciting part about this growth is that it’s not just an expansion on who we were, it’s an evolution of Short Marine.
Short Marine Service Department
Unlike the majority of our competitors, our core business is driven by our service department which enables us to offer Grady-White customers a post-sale experience like no other.
Driving Tips With Eric Sorensen, Grady-White’s Resident Expert
Grady-White’s resident boating expert Eric Sorensen gives us a masterclass on getting on plane, trimming, and other handy tips for a smoother ride!
Captain Magazine Reviews The Grady-White 330 Express
We took the guys from Captain Magazine out for the day on the Grady-White 330 Express, and safe to say they left very impressed.
Short Marine Featured In Marine Business
After only 18 months as the NSW dealer for the US-built Grady-White Boats, Short Marine is already winning recognition for its sales results.
New Grady-White 376 Canyon Arrives In Sydney (1275HP!)
Short Marine has just taken delivery of a brand new Grady-White 376 Canyon, powered by 3x monster 425HP 5.6L Yamaha Outboards. She’s something special!
Short Stories: Dan And His Grady-White Marlin 300
We caught up with Dan, a Short Marine customer, to see how he’s been enjoying his Marlin 300. This 30′ signature walkaround cabin boat offers amazing performance and true offshore saltwater fishing boat capability.
2019 Short Marine Shootout
Watch the get-together of Grady-White owners at the inaugural Short Marine Grady-White Shootout in Sydney.
Must Watch: Blue Marlin Vs Grady-White 300 Marlin!
What a battle! Check out the epic footage shot onboard “REELIN” at the inaugural Short Marine Grady-White Shootout in Sydney.
Short Stories: Eugene Lands First Marlin On His Grady-White
Short Marine Customer Eugene recently landed his very first Marlin during the inaugural Short Marine Shootout Tournament on Sydney Harbour. See what he had to say about the experience and the performance of his Grady-White Express Cabin!
Meet our Ambassadors
We are proud to have aligned ourselves with some of the most experienced and respected personalities across the marine industry & fishing community.
The Ultimate Introduction to Fishing in Sydney
Having never owned a boat before, Simon & Susan bought a Grady-White 330 Express from us which included unlimited driving lessons and a handful of days out fishing with one of our ambassadors. See how it went.
Testimonial: Joe Tabboule on the Short Marine Shootout
Earlier this year we hosted the inaugural Short Marine x Grady-White Shootout which was a great success. In the week following the event, we received some great feedback from Joe Tabboule, a Grady-White customer and participant in the event.
Grady at the Golf
For those who enjoy their golf, you may have noticed a nice looking fishing boat floating in the pond right behind the 8th hole. That was our Grady-White 330 Express. You’ll see from the pictures in the link below, it was certainly an effort getting her in there, but worth it in the end!
Short Marine x Grady-White Open Day
Earlier in the year we hosted the inaugural Short Marine x Grady-White Open Day. It was a 40+ degree day, blowing 30 knots, which made it perfect conditions for getting out and sea-trialling boats.
Rod Findlay and his Grady-White 228 Seafarer
Enjoy this action-packed video and witness how this solid, safe and seaworthy 22’ walk around cabin boat performed effortlessly and proving why it is considered one of Grady-White’s signature boats.
The Short Marine 2021 Shootout – A Day of Grady-White’s, Fishing and Fun out of Sydney
Earlier this year we hosted the Short Marine x Grady-White Shootout, our 2nd year running fishing tournament for all our Grady-White owners based in Sydney.
Seakeeper 1 + Grady-White 271 Canyon – The Ultimate Sea-Trial Offshore Sydney
Seakeeper 1 + Grady-White 271 Canyon – The Ultimate Sea-Trial Offshore Sydney
The Short Marine x Grady-White Experience: What To Expect When Buying a Boat From Us
The Short Marine x Grady-White Experience: What To Expect When Buying a Boat From Us.
Barb & Karl on their Grady-White and Short Marine experience
Barb & Karl on their Grady-White and Short Marine experience
Steve & Son and their Grady-White 257 Fisherman
Steve & Son and their Grady-White 257 Fisherman
Short Marine x Grady-White Open Day
Everything we do is world class. In particular, our quality of work and we work hard to maintain that…