New Boats Articles

Stop boats, save migration

Emotion clouds the issue of the genuine status of the Tamils on board the Oceanic Viking, writes Michael Baume.

Refugee crisis calls for new approach

Co-operation will not stop asylum seekers but it can save lives and reduce fear.

Asylum seekers in the dark over location

IT WAS the middle of the night when 22 asylum seekers were told they had reached Australian territory and a new life.

Lap Of The World

BOATS aren't a frequent sighting in Drive but we couldn't pass up this opportunity to salute a world record-breaker on the cusp of its visit to Melbourne.

Lake Flooded With Holidaying Families

LOWER fuel prices and superb weather have helped flood Lake Macquarie with powerboats and water skiers this summer.