First Mate

19/07/2026

🚤 The Fleet Keeps Growing.

Every week, more boats become part of the First Mate community, and every new profile represents an owner who has decided to take a smarter approach to boat ownership.

What starts as a simple boat profile soon becomes something much more.

A living record of maintenance.
A history of upgrades.
A home for important documents.
A timeline that follows the boat throughout its life.

It's the little things you record today that make a big difference tomorrow.

A warm welcome to this week's newest boats on First Mate. We're excited to have you on board and look forward to being part of your boating journey.

📲 Haven't added your boat yet? There's never been a better time to start.

17/07/2026

🚤 They're Back!

After the incredible response at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, we've had so many people emailing and asking where they can buy our First Mate shirts.

Well... you asked, we listened! 👕

Our official First Mate apparel is now available to purchase online.

Whether you're out on the water, at the marina, or just showing your love for the boating lifestyle, you can now grab your First Mate gear anytime.

⚓ Shop the collection here:
https://firstmate.com.au/product-category/clothing/

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our stand at SCIBS and showed your support. We can't wait to see photos of you wearing your First Mate gear out on the water!

17/07/2026

The best boating decisions are made before you leave the marina.

A quick weather check can be the difference between an unforgettable day on the water... and an uncomfortable trip home.

With First Mate, you have detailed marine weather right alongside your trip planning, maintenance records and digital logbook.

🌤️ Accurate marine forecasts
💨 Wind speed & gusts
🌊 Swell & wave height
🌅 Tide information
📍 Save your favourite boating locations

Because when you know what's ahead, you can spend less time worrying and more time enjoying every moment on the water.

⚓ A safer trip always starts with a better plan.

💬 What's the first thing you check before heading out—weather, fuel, or tides?

16/07/2026

It is great to be a part of something so special and with such a heritage. Over 50 years of Cruising. Thank you for having us Interclub Bay Cruise

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Download the app and discover a smarter way to manage your boat.

15/07/2026

Owning a boat should be about making memories...

Not wondering when the next service is due.
Not searching for warranty paperwork.
Not digging through drawers looking for manuals.
Not waking up every hour to check the anchor.

That's why we built First Mate.

One app to help you:
⚓ Keep track of maintenance
📖 Record every adventure
📄 Store important documents
🛟 Protect your investment
📅 Stay organised all year round

Less time worrying.
More time doing what you bought the boat for.

Because the best days on the water are the ones spent enjoying them—not managing them.

💬 What's the one thing about boat ownership you wish was easier?

11/07/2026

🚤 Good Boat Owners Keep Their Boats. Great Boat Owners Keep Their Records.

Every week, more boat owners are choosing to build a complete history for their vessel with First Mate.

A boat isn't defined by its age—it's defined by how well it's been cared for.

That's why every new profile created this week is another boat with a growing record of its journey.

✔ Every service logged
✔ Every maintenance task recorded
✔ Every important document safely stored
✔ Every step adding to the boat's long-term value

It's not about today's maintenance...

It's about creating a history you'll appreciate years from now.

Welcome aboard to this week's newest First Mate boats. ⚓

📲 Join thousands of owners who are building the future of boat ownership, one record at a time.

09/07/2026

Your boat has a story.

Every service.
Every upgrade.
Every repair.
Every adventure.

The problem is... most of that history ends up scattered across receipts, emails, notebooks and folders.

With First Mate's Digital Logbook, everything is stored in one secure place, ready whenever you need it.

⚓ Service history
🔧 Repairs & upgrades
📄 Warranty documents
🛟 Safety inspections
⏱️ Engine hours
📸 Photos & records

Whether you're maintaining your boat, making a warranty claim or preparing to sell, your complete vessel history is always at your fingertips.

Because a well-documented boat isn't just easier to own...

It's worth more.

💬 If someone asked for your boat's complete service history today, could you find it in under 5 minutes?

06/07/2026

One missed service can become one expensive repair.

The reality is, boats don't usually fail without warning. Small maintenance jobs become big problems when they're forgotten or delayed.

That's why First Mate helps you stay one step ahead.

⚙️ Track every maintenance item
📅 Set service reminders by date or engine hours
📄 Keep a complete digital service history
🛥️ Protect your investment and your time on the water

The best maintenance schedule isn't the one written on a piece of paper...
It's the one that reminds you before it's too late.

💬 What's the one maintenance item you never forget to do on your boat?

05/07/2026

⚓ Every Boat Has a Story. Make Sure Yours Is Recorded.

Every week, more boat owners are choosing to create a digital home for their vessel with First Mate.

The best part isn't just adding your boat—it's what happens next.

Every service completed.
Every upgrade installed.
Every maintenance milestone.
Every important document.

All recorded in one place, creating a history that grows with your boat year after year.

Today's records become tomorrow's confidence—whether you're planning your next adventure, making a warranty claim, or one day handing the keys to a new owner.

Welcome to this week's newest boats joining the First Mate community. We're glad to have you aboard.

📲 Your boat has a story. Start recording it with First Mate.