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Multihulls Australia, situated in the heart of downtown Mooloolaba, is right on the water at Mooloolaba Marina.

The office is managed by associate broker Ian Douglas , who has been around water his whole life. Ian is a Kiwi who started sailing on the East Coast of New Zealand in 1973 when his new wife suggested he should get a hobby. Since then he has competed in many races, cruises and delivery`s on many different types of Yachts in many parts of the World. Moving to the UK in 1976, Ian worked for Jaguar Yachts UK at the Earls Court London Boat Show. The show was an outstanding success for Jaguar and Ian was appointed marketing manager for the Company. One of His Clients was setting up a new flotilla sailing holiday operation in Greece and asked Ian to play a role in this set up. Hundreds of yachts later, and enough stories to fill a book, Sailing Holidays is still the largest of it`s type in the World.

Returning to NZ some years later, more racing, various roles in the marine industry, and a move to Australia saw Ian owning a successful Brokerage and Marina Management Company which owned for 25 years. Ian`s business philosophy is that there should be three happy people at the end of every boat sale, Seller, Buyer and Broker. He ensures that this is the end result of every transaction he conducts. TMC Australia is well positioned to assist with importation, berthing, sale and all the other issues that need attention when you arrive under sail in a new country. For Australians and New Zealanders looking to purchase a boat offshore or at home, TMC is the first call to make. With Associates globally working together, the TMC team will find the perfect boat to suit your requirements and ensure the seamless transition to ownership.

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New analysis shows income levels needed to buy a home without being in ‘housing stress’

New analysis paints a grim picture for Australians wanting to buy a home, revealing how much income you need to avoid ‘housing stress’.

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Australians wanting to buy a house need 1.6 times the average income to avoid falling into housing stress, new analysis has revealed.

Housing stress occurs when more than 30 per cent of earnings are spent on housing, and according to a new Redbridge poll, nearly half of voters are experiencing the phenomenon – including almost one-third of people spending more than 40 per cent of their salary.

Although the Reserve Bank this week left rates steady at 4.35 per cent, mortgage holders are feeling the pressure of 11 rate hikes in the past two years.

According to research undertaken by the Parliamentary Library, as requested by the Greens, for Australians to service a mortgage on the median $761,580 house without being in housing stress, they need a yearly income of $164,400, compared to the average income of $98,218.

In Greater Sydney, where the median house price is $1.36m and the average income is $98,353, only households with earnings above $293,578 will avoid feeling the crunch.

For the median priced unit of $767,250, an income of $165,623 is needed to avoid housing stress.

Across the eight capital cities combined, assuming the median house price is $866,000 and median unit is $620,000, and the average income is $98,218, respective yearly incomes of $186,940 and $133,837 are needed to keep repayments under 30 per cent of income.

Outside of capital cities where the average income is $98,218, earnings of at least $131,678 are needed to avoid housing stress on the median $610,000 house.

The analysis assumes mortgage holders have put down a 20 per cent deposit, and have a standard variable rate, paying principal and interest, of 6.49 per cent for a 25-year loan.

Greens housing spokesman Max Chandler Mather said the analysis showed the system was “broken”, and renewed his calls for Labor to wind back negative gearing and scrap capital gains tax concessions.

“The only way we are going to fix this crisis is if Labor finally works with the Greens to phase out the massive tax handouts for property investors, like negative gearing, that are denying millions of renters the chance to buy a home,” he said.

“Owning a home has become an ‘impossible dream’ for millions of Australians.”

Mr Chandler-Mather is currently causing headaches for Labor over the Greens’ refusal to support the government’s shared equity scheme unless changes to the property tax system are made.

Housing Minister Julie Collins said if the Greens wanted to bring home ownership “back into reach” for 40,000 Australian households they should help pass Help to Buy.

“Our government wants to help more Australians into home ownership, which is exactly why Help to Buy is so important,” she said.

“Help to Buy will reduce the cost of a mortgage by up to 40 per cent for low- and middle-income earners.”

The Greens have described the scheme, which would be offered to 10,000 households per year over four years, as a “lottery”.

If passed, eligible participants would require just a two per cent deposit to buy their first home, with the government taking an equity stake of up to 40 per cent for new homes, and up to 30 per cent for existing homes.

The government says that would not only mean needing to save less for a deposit, but also lower ongoing repayments amid high interest rate.

“If they really wanted to support home buyers, the Liberals and the Greens would back Help to Buy,” Ms Collins said.

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Icac clears NSW planning official Katie Joyner of corruption over $3.8m home buy on Sydney’s north shore

Watchdog drops inquiry after Liberal MP alleges under parliamentary privilege that official used insider information of rezoning

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A New South Wales corruption watchdog investigation into a senior planning bureaucrat alleged to have used insider information for personal gain through the government’s housing plan has been closed after investigators found “no evidence” of corrupt conduct.

The Independent Commission Against Corruption (Icac) on Monday afternoon announced – after a month-long inquiry following claims made in parliament about Katie Joyner, a planning director – that it would close the investigation.

“The commission is satisfied there is no evidence Ms Joyner or any other person engaged in corrupt conduct, and has accordingly determined to close its investigation,” an Icac spokesperson said.

Joyner on Monday said she was seeking legal advice about her options and had “always acted in accordance with my obligations as an employee of the department”.

“My partner and I have been severely affected by these unfair allegations, which were raised under parliamentary privilege,” she said.

“I do not understand why these allegations were not referred to Icac in the first place so that the matter could be properly investigated rather than allegations being made public.

“Now that the Icac investigation has concluded and I have been cleared of any wrongdoing, I will seek legal advice as to what legal avenues are available to me.”

The claims were made by the Liberal MP for Wahroonga and shadow attorney general, Alister Henskens, speaking under parliamentary privilege in February.

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He said he had received “credible evidence” to suggest Joyner had used information gained through her work for personal gain after she and her partner, Gary Boyd, bought a property within 400m of Gordon railway station for $3.8m in August last year.

Henskens said documents showed that around the time the National Housing Accord was signed and before the state government’s transport oriented development (Tod) scheme was announced, the public servant bought a home in an area to be rezoned under the policy and attempted to form a “property syndicate”.

Henskens claimed shortly after purchasing the north shore property that she contacted neighbours about “banding together to sell their properties to a developer promising a significant uplift on its current value because of the government’s likely housing policies”.

“A strong circumstantial case that the property’s acquisition was motivated by inside information as to the planned Tod policy can be made out,” Henskens told the parliament.

The claims were then referred to the Icac to investigate.

An Icac spokesperson said: “During the course of its investigation, the commission obtained and reviewed relevant records using its powers pursuant to section 21 and section 22 of the Icac Act, conducted a number of interviews, including with Ms Joyner, and conducted forensic reviews of electronic devices.

“The commission also undertook a review of the timeline of the Tod process, and when Ms Joyner became aware of the relevant Tod affecting the area in which she purchased property.”

The Icac found “no evidence” that Joyner, nor any other person, had engaged in corrupt conduct.

Henskens said on Monday evening that he had noted Icac’s statement.

“I have not yet had the opportunity to discuss this statement with my confidential source,” he said.

“Until I have had those discussions, I won’t be making any further public comment.”

The planning and public spaces minister, Paul Scully, said it was “an extremely embarrassing situation for the shadow attorney-general”. “His assessment and judgement of what he identified as a ‘highly circumstantial case’ has proved to be nothing more than a baseless political attack,” Scully said in a statement on Monday evening. “The leader of the opposition should ask Mr Henskens to apologise.”

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The Lagoon 42 has a silhouette that is elegant and simple with its new flowing curves. This best selling sailing catamaran has recently seen a range of clever upgrades as Lagoon continues to listen to feedback and develop even better catamarans.

While keeping a family resemblance and retaining the main features of the latest generation of Lagoons, this catamaran shows off a unique visual identity with sleek curves and a groundbreaking single level cockpit.

The Lagoon 42 offers endless possibilities for an enviable on-water lifestyle.

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LAGOON 42 KEY FEATURES

The influence of the organic architecture resonates in the interior of the Lagoon 42, delivering a unique and generous living space.  Vertical glazing with ample light illuminates the area, with stunning curved wood finishes.  Enjoy the elegance and functionality that Italian design studio Nauta have introduced with two versions of this new model.  

Choose between the three and four cabin layouts, with island double beds for the aft cabins and beds with side access for the forward cabins.   Aft cabins enjoy a bathroom with a separate shower with comfortable live aboard amenities.

The 42 features a single level from the aft platform to the saloon – a structural ‘revolution’, and her entirely new ergonomics ensure excellent use of space and ease of movement on board.

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Discovering Dream Destinations in Australia onboard Lagoon 40

Chris and Jill Rouse adore their Lagoon 40, “The abundance of space, from the bedrooms to the bathrooms, exceeded our expectations. From pre-delivery preparations to ongoing assistance, the TMG Yachts team have been phenomenal. Our journey is going remarkably well, thanks to their ongoing support and expertise.”

Lagoon 40 Owners First Sail – Gold Coast to Sydney

Chris joined the TMG Yachts team on the maiden voyage of his Lagoon 40, “It was a pleasant trip, I was impressed by the boat’s capabilities and smooth sailing,” adding, “it is all about the people and Mark Loader was exceptional.” Join the journey.

How Couple Found Their Dream Boat

Meet Helen, an avid boater and proud owner of the Lagoon 450SV “Prosperity.” In this exclusive interview, Helen shares her journey into the world of sailing, highlighting memorable moments aboard her beloved catamaran.

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In 2010, Mike Houston embarked on an extraordinary adventure that would take him across the globe, all from the deck of his beloved Lagoon 440 catamaran. This is the story of Mike’s journey —a tale of discovery, challenges, and the beauty of the sea.

Lagoon SEVENTY 7 Skipper Interview

In this insightful interview, we had the pleasure of conversing with Luke Butchers, the skipper of a magnificent Lagoon SEVENTY 7. During our discussion, Luke shared his experiences, choices, and future plans for this remarkable vessel.

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“TMG were awesome. We walked in unsure, needing guidance and with questions in mind. Rowan just stepped in and said, ‘Here’s how I’m going to help you guys.’ Considering we’re a married couple sailing by ourselves, the dimensions of the Lagoon 42 really suit us.” – Lisa and Greg, Lagoon 42.

East Coast Catamaran Sailing: Lagoon 42 Owner Testimonial

“I first saw the very first Lagoon 42 that came to Australia at the Sydney boat show in 2015. I just felt that it had everything I needed, we purchased the boat through TMG and we’ve been looked after very well by all the staff. We’ve really enjoyed the boat the first 5 months” – Ross Smith Lagoon 42.

Navigating the Mediterranean: Jabulani’s Adventure Continues

It’s been one hell of a trip. The Mediterranean offers a rich history, culture, and stunning landscapes, travelling through different countries and exploring the local ingredients and cooking techniques has been an incredible experience. I don’t think we’ll ever lose some of the friends we’ve met, and we’re all living our dream… Our favourite features on our Lagoon are the flybridge, Code Zero, water-maker and generator.”

Owner Story: Cruising the World on a Lagoon 46

Embark on an awe-inspiring journey with Saskia & Ross aboard their Lagoon 46 catamaran. Follow their life-changing adventure, sailing the globe, from conquering challenges to embracing the beauty of the Pacific and Australia’s stunning coastline.

First Lagoon 51 Handover

“Thank you, TMG for all the wonderful support throughout this journey of mine. Thanks to Joe, thanks to John I’m very happy with the service and delivery, it’s all been magnificent.” said new Lagoon 51 owner, Tony.

Australian owned Lagoon 450F Wins the ARC

“It’s fast if you sail it well. In those first few days, we were averaging 10-15kts which is what gave us the advantage.” If anyone says a “Lagoon is just a floating apartment” or “doesn’t sail well” they are incorrect. – Lagoon 450F “Aphrodite,” Class B ARC winner.

Amazing Lagoon Catamaran Handover in Sydney

“We are very thankful to TMG for the amazing handover of our Lagoon 42. The whole process has been outstanding, from our initial sales with Joe Fox to the coordination of services by TMG’s service partner VesselTec.” – Vincent and Amanda, Lagoon 42.

Where Jabulani’s Journey Began

“Meeting the TMG team and being welcomed into the family was the start of the journey. They took the time to understand us, who we are and what we want to achieve from our dreams. TMG assisted us with the technical, the practical and helped us to navigate the process from purchase to delivery and beyond to reach our aspirations. Now we are living our dream, and it’s thanks to TMG… The 46 is next level. She meets all of our needs to entertain our family and cruise the oceans of the world.” – Mike & Linda, Lagoon 46 owners.

Lagoon Owners Handover Experience with TMG Yachts in Europe

“The handover with TMG went without a hitch.  We had a very warm welcome and nice introduction to a jet-lagged John Cowpe.  Thereafter, John Gamlin spent time aboard answering questions and helping to ensure the sail rigging was accurate and in good shape.  Overall, we were extremely pleased with the handover from TMG.” – Shannon and Paul.

Long Awaited Lagoon 46 Handover

“Jenny and I have to thank everyone, during our elongated gestation period, for not only your exceptional support but also your friendship. So a big thank you to TMG for delivering on all their undertakings.”

Buying a Catamaran in the Middle of a Pandemic

Buying a catamaran and deciding to wrap up your life on land to sail the world is a life-changing decision, one made a little harder when caught up amongst the pandemic and uncertainty it caused.

So we turned to new Lagoon owners Ian and Jackie who put together an incredible story to give you the reality of what this experience was really like for them.

Should you buy a Lagoon Catamaran?

Pierre Skinner, an Aussie Lagoon owner answers what his favourite thing about his boat is and what he would say to anyone who is thinking about buying a catamaran.

Sailing the World on a Lagoon Catamaran

This liveaboard Lagoon Catamaran owner from Denmark loved Australia so much that he wanted to share his world trip sailing stories with us.

Sailing Australia’s East Coast onboard a Lagoon Catamaran

Kerry and Bryn Wellington own a Lagoon 450, Nautilus and have been sailing the East Coast of Australia onboard over the last few years. They love the volume of their catamaran and the ability to store all their toys including kitesurfing, diving and paddleboarding gear.

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Lagoon 40 owners Caroline and Sven are currently sailing the world after recently picking up Kwilena in France, “We had no idea that we would like living onboard full-time this much. For now home really is where our anchor drops and we cannot imagine going back to a normal life. We are definitely infected with the travel bug.”

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Matt and Lanaia Donkin own a 40ft Lagoon, Espresso and liveaboard in Australia. This Canadian couple has loved their on-water adventure of the East Coast, especially their annual trips to the Whitsundays for the Lagoon Escapade. The Donkins discuss why they love their Lagoon including performance, comfort, stability and space.

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“We highly recommend TMG. Rowan at TMG was responsive, professional and patient at every turn during this process, from selection of boat options (Lagoon 450S) prior to purchase, all the way through handover of the boat in France.” Karen, Lagoon 450S.

Lagoon 42, Bilby

“Through our travels, we’ve met other Lagoon 42 owners who bought their boat through other brokers (overseas)… You don’t know how good you’ve got it until you meet someone who got much less. A big thank you! Everything we wanted on the boat was delivered. Everything works & we were shown how it works. Any failures are ours due lack of familiarity or faulty memory.” – Liz and Rob – Lagoon 42, Bilby

Lagoon 50, Themis

Fourth time Lagoon owner John Pruim has just become the first Lagoon 50 owner in Australia!!! “Lagoon allows you to go from a to b safely, easily and reliably. There is a sense of comfort and space, perfect for being a house on the water…” Says John. “The team at The Multihull Group will work with you to ensure you get just the set up you desire…” – John Pruim – Lagoon 50, Themis

Lagoon 42, Sabella

“”Lagoons are boldly angular in shape, and we thought that was fantastic. It creates that space inside and looks great on the outside. And the sailing performance for a production catamaran … is very very good.

When we arrived in Les Sables-d’Olonne John had this rockstar entrance… surreal does not even begin to describe how it felt.” ” – Aaron and Lara Jones – Lagoon 42, Sabella

“A big tick to TMG… They’ve been fantastic with their support, if we’ve had any issues we get in touch with them and they go out of their way to help us so they’ve made buying this boat in Europe such a pleasant experience and yeah, I’ll give them a 10 out of 10, it’s been great… If you’re going to buy a Lagoon buy it from TMG. ” – Liz and Rob – Lagoon 42, Bilby

Antics on the Flybridge

“It’s very very easy, so much space, we just had 4 couples for 5 days, it was very chilled out and relaxed.

The flybridge is such a big beautiful place with a view, its elevated and we put permanent clears around ours so you can use it anytime, day or night, windy or raining, it doesn’t matter. You can sit up there have lunch, have dinner. We call it the first class lounge, you can’t go wrong.” – Anthony and Seryn Ryan – Lagoon 630MY, Antics

Latest Pickup In France – The World Carries On

These Lagoon 40 owners recently took delivery, “We decided to stick to our schedule and pick up our Lagoon 40 in Les Sables-d’Olonne in early March despite the uncertainty surrounding the current worldwide pandemic and the lockdown in France (curfew in France is 7 pm).”

Jadean – Sailing The World With Children

The incredible story of a young family that left Cape Town, South Africa to sail the world… It has been the biggest adventure of our lives. We say it is a “bucket list adventure being checked off one experience at a time”.

Lagoon 42 Owner Review

“I couldn’t fault the TMG network and what we were able to do and how everyone was easy to get on with. The actual handover period… was fantastic. We sat on the boat for the first day and went through everything. It was a great learning experience, and then out sailing the next day. Making sure everything worked properly. It was a fantastic thing to do and I can’t speak highly enough about that actual process.” Paul Brown – Lagoon 42

Happy Lagoon 46 owners

“So excited to have finally taken delivery of our Lagoon 46 in Manly, Queensland yesterday. Rowan McMahon from TMG took us on a windy delivery trip up from the Gold Coast yesterday with lots of smiles onboard. Very happy with our clears, solar arch, Weber BBQ platform and tender setup. We can’t thank TMG enough for their support in getting Arena ready for our family sailing adventures.” – Dean Robertson, Lagoon 46 Owner.

Lagoon 400S2, Espresso

“We love our Lagoon, we’ve been out in some pretty tough conditions and it’s always brought us home safe, it’s fantastic under sail and great at anchor so we absolutely love our boat.

Our favourite thing about our boat is the places it can take us, we get to see a lot of the east coast that most people can only imagine to see and to be able to access it with a boat it’s just fantastic.” – Matt Doncan – Lagoon 400S2, Espresso

Lagoon 440, Blue Pointer

“Greg and Sue Harding created and monitor the Lagooned in Oz Facebook Community and are vital and enthusiastic Lagoon owners.

The pair have owned numerous Lagoons and love their current Lagoon 440. – Greg and Sue Harding” – Lagoon 440, Blue Pointer

Lagoon 52F, Infinity II

There is more enjoyment in a sailboat in that the enjoyment is in the journey as much as it’s in the destination. That to me makes it a totally different experience.

The advantage of a flybridge to me is the fact you are that much higher off the surface of the water, you can get better vision all around, a greater sense of being on-top of the whole thing and I do enjoy being out in the sun most of the time.” – Jeff D’Albora – Lagoon 52F, Infinity II

Living the dream single handed onboard 50ft Lagoon

Mark Rolle envisioned a life on the sea and when the opportunity presented itself he didn’t hold back.

After working hard for years Mark sold his business and decided that there was more to life than work. He always thought of owning a boat, he had always loved the ocean and when the opportunity presented itself he took it.

Lagoon Life During a Pandemic

Two Lagoon owners from opposite sides of the world in isolation onboard their Lagoon. While Greg and Sue make jokes about their state during lockdown in Queensland Australia Mick and Poppy try to stay healthy with fun and innovative activities onboard including Tour De Trim and Wimbledon on Water in Malta. 

An inspiring story by Lagoon 380 owner

Theo Kuiters shares his incredible adventures onboard his Lagoon 380 and how he made owning his dream boat a reality.

“You can do anything you want in life as long as you help other people get what they want”, says Theo.

Lagoon European Pickup Review

Liz states, “A big tick to TMG… they’ve been fantastic with their support, if we’ve had any issues we get in touch with them and they go out of their way to help us so they’ve made buying this boat in Europe such a pleasant experience and yeah, I’ll give them a 10 out of 10, it’s been great… If you’re going to buy a Lagoon buy it from TMG.”

Just do it! A European Launch Story

“We looked around quite a bit, and investigated the opposition! The 42ft is the right size for us, and she has a good feel when under sail. The combination of layout and space was just what we were looking for. Importantly, the Lagoon 42 sails well short handed. The 42 is a very, very nice boat. I’d be hard pressed to fault it,” said Drew.

Why life is better lived on a Lagoon

Greg and Sue Harding, owners of a magnificent Lagoon 440, Blue Pointer, are the first to admit they are Lagoon tragics. “Our love affair with Lagoon started from day one, even though our first Lagoon was really a project boat.”

Paul Rogers is one of the founders of Lagooned in Oz “…the best thing about our lifestyle is not the boat or location, it’s the people. There is a whole community of Lagoon owners, and the Lagoon events have connected us with so many wonderful people.” – Paul Rogers, Moor RnR

Lagoon 380 Seabreeze

David and Nerida Lee have been living aboard and sailing their Lagoon 380 for years, speaking highly of Lagoon as a brand and their on water lifestyle.

“The fact that you can wake up every morning with different scenery… it’s the freedom! For us it was finding a boat that would take us and all our possessions and our Lagoon does that. We live and sail in paradise! ” – David and Nerida Lee – Lagoon 380 Seabreeze

Ticketyboo delivered

“The entire TMG team were really good. In the initial stages, John gave great advice and helped spec the boat, looking back it was all very valuable… From our first enquiry, through specification, order, to delivery and after-sales, TMG have been terrific to deal with. Ordering our Lagoon 40 was no small decision and a perfect delivery reassured us from the start,” Mike Pain.

Fall in love with the Flybridge

“I love the air on the flybridge, the overview when going into anchorages, harbours etc. Its’ like standing on the bridge of my own little ship.” Says Martin.

Sailing Papua New Guinea with John Pruim

This is a story of an adventure taken onboard John Pruims 410.

This is the kind of adventure you could only experience on a boat of your own… 

Lagoon 50 unbelievable upgrades with John Pruim

Forth time Lagoon owner John Pruim has just become the first Lagoon 50 owner in Australia!!!

This tech-savvy owner is all about making this boat the best of the best with all the latest in technology, see what upgrades he has onboard…

Caribbean first impressions and hurricane plan

Peter has just had his Lagoon 630MY shipped to the Caribbean after 3 years in the Mediterranean.

He is already loving the abundance of sea life, catching fish on every cruise and spotting turtles in the clear ocean. Peter is enjoying the cultural mix and lots of rum while settling into the consistent weather conditions.

Mediterranean highlights and advice

After three years in the Mediterranean Peter says he could definitely have spent another three… But unfortunately, everyone has time restraints… There aren’t many islands in the Mediterranean Peter hasn’t visited, with an impressive list of 47 in Greece alone… Peter talks about his favourite places and what he got up to in the winter.

Sailing Sabella – A Lagoon 42 Adventure

“I wanted a big, spacious saloon that you could see through for transparency. I wanted it to feel like a home, like a floating apartment. I thought regarding the kids, on the 42 specifically, we can steer the boat from here on the same level, it’s not a separate area … and the entire thing can be enclosed without it being a visual and physical barrier,” said Lara.

Waters Family Update

‘Lagoons are perfect as a live-aboard option. They have plenty of room, everyone in the family has their own space. Tyler can be off in her room, Max on the trampoline burning off energy, Darren keeping on top of the maintenance. The boat never feels cramped,” says Kristy.

“Living the dream” on board a Lagoon 380

Every day is magical when you’re living on board. Take this morning, for example … the water was like a millpond, delivering a special sunrise. This was the view from our cabin as we woke up. We chose the 380 for her spacious interior. She’s super easy to sail, well suited for the two of us to live and work on board comfortably and she has plenty of indoor and outdoor living areas,” Said owners, Justin and Kelly.

Lagoon 39, Zephyr

“Ross was super – he went through everything.

We’ve never had that; going through everything was a huge positive.” – Graeme and Linda Hubbard – Lagoon 39, Zephyr

“I think it’s a fascinating and great way to live … so many people put things off until retirement and then can’t achieve their dream when they get there.

I’m happy with my choice.

It stretches you a bit and you juggle a lot of things, but with good people like the team at TMG, you can follow your dream.” – Drew Hakin, Adèle 1

Wonderful memories sailing Sabella

“From our 6 months onboard, there are so many personal highlights. From a sailing and cruising perspective, I can hardly put our time in the Balearics into words. Formentera in particular, some of the anchorages there once the crowds had gone for the day were absolutely stunning. Seeing our young girls develop was something special.”

A truly unique Sailaway adventure

Steve is as passionate about Lagoon and Sailaway offers people access to a ‘wow factor’ as part of their holiday – “It’s in reach for people to enjoy a bit of that business class feel with their friends and family, in an everyday way. With the Lagoon, we can live out our passions for sailing, nature and the environment. I have had confidence in Lagoon from the moment I first stepped aboard.”

Cruising adventures onboard El Gato

“The comfort is just amazing. When we were in rough seas sitting in the cockpit in the monohull, we could touch the water. But in the cat, you’re sitting on top of the flybridge – with 2m following seas – she’s solid, she’s stable, she’s just fantastic in the water,” said Lagoon 440 owners.

Sailing Sabella April Update

Lagoon 42 owner Aaron tells us “…living on Sabella is wonderful. Whilst much smaller than an Australian house, we each have our own space and it doesn’t feel cramped.”

Home sweet home is a Lagoon 420

Bob and Margaret Kennedy have called their Lagoon 420 home for 6 years, “We thought it was terrific. In comparison, our other boat was ‘camping’, but this was ‘home’. We found a little-used boat in very good condition – we lucked out with the perfect boat.”

The Jones Family heads for warmer climates

“There are so many wonderful memories from this short time at sea – sunsets, dolphins, peaceful night watches – this way of life is just spectacular and really feels right for our family. We pinch ourselves each day and wonder when we’ll wake up from the dream,” Lagoon 42 owners the Jones family.

Is this the best Lagoon 450 ever?

This Lagoon 450F was Johns 3rd out of 4 Lagoons “You want to buy a production boat, built in a factory in series. You get a properly designed and built boat. Compared to other 40ft boats a 40ft Lagoon will have the most volume. A signature of Lagoon is its vertical windows. The advantages are you have ample headspace in the saloon, plenty of light and 360 degree views, whilst keeping the sun out.”

The Jones Family take delivery of their new 42

“We’re in Les Sables-d’Olonne and we’re taking the boat out for a test sail and I’m floating on a cloud, I’ve got no idea what’s going on! It’s the most stunning day – in January no less! The weather was fine and the wind almost calm, but regardless she made 3 knots in 5 knots of breeze. What a clever little thing she is!”

HAPPY DAYS ON ZEPHYR

“As soon as we got onboard, we were sold— the sliding doors were brilliant, the big glass window right by the kitchen sink—it was just like an apartment,” said Lagoon 39 owners.

PACIFIC HIGHLIGHTS WITH THE WATERS FAMILY

With only limited yachting experience between Darren and Kristy, their Lagoon 500 is fortunately “very user friendly and it was easy to pick up”. To anyone considering following their lead, Kristy is quite clear — “Do it!”

Don McIntyre- A Lifetime of Global Adventure

Don McIntyre, Global Adventurer and Explorer, Life in Tonga with his Lagoon 450, Golden Globe, Royal Yacht Club Nomuka. Don describes the boat as “perfect, fantastic, incredible”— this “is the most fun” and “living on-board is like an apartment on the water”.

The liveaboard life Lagoon style

The Atkinsons love their catamaran. They had the design in mind for 20 years, and even though they weren’t actively looking, when they saw the Lagoon 400, they found the exact layout they had been dreaming of.

LAGOON 52F – HANDOVER COMPLETE!

Working with TMG was a positive experience for John and Tania, “the team were always on hand and did everything they could for them throughout the process,” said the Lagoon 52 owners.

Lagoon 42 modified for quadriplegic sailor

‘When you’re in a wheelchair there’s a lot of places you never see or you can’t get to. They’re just not accessible. Yesterday when we were out we sailed past some of those places that I have never seen before,’ Cliff said. For many sailors the freedom of the sea is one of the attractions. For Cliff, it’s life changing.

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Looking for a laptop deal? Don't bother with the Amazon Spring Sale - these deals from Best Buy and Walmart are way better

Black Friday-level deals on our favorite laptops

The big news for bargain hunters this week is Amazon's Big Spring Sale - an online event that's serving up thousands of discounts on everything from own-brand devices to big-screen TVs. There is one category that's conspicuously lacking in quality deals, however, and that's laptops.

In my opinion (as TechRadar's deals editor), you're way better served by heading on over to other retailers this week - notably Best Buy, Dell, and Walmart. All three of these retailers are offering exceptional discounts today on some of our favorite models with prices that are reaching Black Friday levels.

For example, over at Walmart right now you can bag the Apple MacBook Air M1 for just $699 (was $999) - a record-breaking discount on this superb laptop. Sure, it's a little older now but the MacBook Air M1 is still an exceptionally capable machine for everyday use - and incredibly light too.

I'd also recommend Dell's superb deals on its range of XPS 13 Ultrabooks. For example, the baseline 2022 model starts at just $599 (was $799) and there's also an option to get an upgraded Core i7 model for $799 (was $999) . These aren't as cheap as some of the options out there right now (notably at Best Buy), but these are Black Friday-level deals that are well worth considering.

For comparison's sake, most of Amazon's laptop deals in the Big Spring Sale are on budget machines like this Asus Vivobook Go for $279.99 (was $329) or this Lenovo IdeaPad 1  for $269 (was $299) . 

These deals are 'Okay' but they're nowhere near as good as something like this HP 15 for $349 at Best Buy or this Inspiron 15 at Dell for $399 . The best deal I've found at Amazon is this HP 15 for $699 (was $839) , but again I wouldn't recommend it over the MacBook Air M1 at Walmart - which is superb value.

A record-low price on one of our favorites

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Record low price: while we've seen the Air M1 go for as little as $749 previously, Walmart has just beaten that already-excellent discount by a whole $50 today. Not only is this an outstanding price for such a powerful laptop that still holds up great for 2024, but this could be the last chance to pick one up now that it's officially discontinued. Don't miss this awesome deal if you're looking for a great bang for the buck MacBook!

Best Buy has great budget laptops right now

HP 14-inch laptop: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6499749&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fhp-14-laptop-intel-celeron-4gb-memory-64gb-emmc-snowflake-white%2F6499749.p%3FskuId%3D6499749&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $179 now $159 at Best Buy Processor:  Intel Celeron N4120 RAM:  4GB Storage:  64GB eMMC

This 14-inch laptop won't blow anyone away with its modest Intel Celeron processor, but it's cheaper than similarly specced options at Amazon right now. If you're looking for something to cover the basics - like answering emails or online shopping - then this budget-friendly HP is one of the best deals right now - just don't plan to take on anything too intensive with this machine.

HP 15 laptop: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6554442&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fhp-15-6-full-hd-laptop-amd-ryzen-5-7520u-16gb-memory-256gb-ssd-natural-silver%2F6554442.p%3FskuId%3D6554442&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $629 now $349.99 at Best Buy Processor:  AMD Ryzen 5 7520U RAM:  16GB SSD:  256GB

Another great bang-for-the-buck option at Best Buy right now is this 15-inch HP. This one could be a good choice if you want a cost-effective everyday laptop that's relatively quick since it features not only an up-to-date Ryzen 5 chipset but a full 16GB kit of RAM. 

Dell Inspiron 15 laptop: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-6361382-12578053?sid=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/inspiron-15-laptop/spd/inspiron-15-3525-laptop/nn3525ghhvs" data-link-merchant="dell.com"">was $649 now $399.99 at Dell Processor:  AMD Ryzen 7-5700U  RAM:  16GB SSD:  1TB

Recommended: We're sneaking this deal from Dell into our list because it's absolutely fantastic value. For just shy of $400 you get yourself a powerful Ryzen 7 chipset, 16GB of RAM, and a 1TB SSD. While it's not a high-end laptop by any means, this Dell Inspiron is just about the best bang for the buck option you can get right now. If you need a reliable work-from-home laptop, this one is a particularly strong choice currently. 

Asus Vivobook 16 laptop: <a href="https://shop-links.co/link?skuId=6535990&publisher_slug=future&exclusive=1&u1=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.bestbuy.com%2Fsite%2Fasus-vivobook-16-laptop-amd-ryzen-7-5800hs-with-12gb-memory-512gb-ssd-quiet-blue%2F6535990.p%3FskuId%3D6535990&article_name=hawk-article-name&article_url=hawk-article-url" data-link-merchant="bestbuy.com"">was $749 now $419.99 at Best Buy Processor:  AMD Ryzen 7-5800HS RAM:  12GB SSD:  512GB

Another very strong mid-range laptop deal from Best Buy, this 16-inch Vivobook is a great allrounder with its Ryzen 7 chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB SSD. It doesn't quite match the Dell above when it comes to outright specs but the overall design of this Asus Vivobook, which also has a slightly larger display.

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Dell XPS 13 laptop: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-6361382-12578053?sid=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/xps-13-laptop/spd/xps-13-9315-laptop/xn9315gmmks" data-link-merchant="dell.com"">was $799 now $599 at Dell <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-6361382-12578053?sid=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/xps-13-laptop/spd/xps-13-9315-laptop/xn9315fqrxs" data-link-merchant="dell.com"" data-link-merchant="dell.com""> Processor:  Intel Core i5-1230U RAM:  8GB SSD:  256GB

The cheapest Dell XPS 13 you can buy right now is a third of the price of the latest 14-inch model. In fact, at $599, this deal is the cheapest XPS 13 we've ever seen. There are some trade-offs, of course, in the fact that you get a relatively small 256GB SSD and an older 12th gen Intel Core i5, but this machine still features a premium high-end design. If you're just looking for a machine to cover the basics this one is a great choice. 

Dell XPS 13 laptop: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-6361382-12578053?sid=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/xps-13-laptop/spd/xps-13-9315-laptop/xn9315fqrxs" data-link-merchant="dell.com"">was $1,099 now $799 at Dell Processor:  Intel Core i7-1250U RAM:  16GB SSD:  512GB

This mid-range Dell XPS 13 might just be one of the best buys out there if you're looking for a reasonably powerful lightweight Windows laptop. At $300 off, this one is a steal considering you get a powerful combination of a Core i7 processor, 16GB of RAM and 512GB SSD. While not as cheap as the model above, this one is a better buy if you need a machine to handle more intensive applications - not least because this is a Black Friday-level deal.

Dell XPS 13 Plus: <a href="https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-6361382-12578053?sid=hawk-custom-tracking&url=https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/xps-13-plus-laptop/spd/xps-13-9320-laptop/usexchbts9320ghhw" data-link-merchant="dell.com"">was $1,499 now $999 at Dell Processor:  Intel Core i7-1360P RAM:  16GB SSD:  512GB

Price cut: we originally singled out this Dell XPS 13 Plus as a fantastic buy at its original sales price of $1,099 but now it's been reduced even further to a record-low of just $999. The Dell XPS 13 Plus is the closest in design and specs to the latest XPS 14, although it doesn't have the option to bundle in a GPU. Still, this laptop is a great performer with its Core i7 chipset - and it looks absolutely gorgeous with its sleek, trackpad-less design. At $999, this one is currently a massive $700 cheaper than the new 14-inch model so it could be a good option if you want a stylish lightweight laptop without completely breaking the bank. Check out our <a href="https://www.techradar.com/computing/laptops/dell-xps-13-plus-2023-review-still-the-odd-one-out-in-the-xps-family" data-link-merchant="techradar.com"" data-link-merchant="dell.com"">Dell XPS 13 Plus (2023) review for a full rundown of this model.

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