Mo’s, mullet’s, movement and hobby horse races! How we’ve raised funds for MovemberOn average, men will die 4.5 years earlier than women. Suicide, prostate cancer and testicular cancer all contribute to why men die prematurely. The Movember initiative aims to shift that stat. Through global fundraising, Movember has funded more than 12,50 men’s health projects in 20 different countries. The team here at Bulbeck Group, including SpillPro, ovesco and Cleanawater, proudly supports Movember...
How to care for your lifejacket (and when to get a new one)Inflatable life jackets are the preferred PFD (personal flotation device) for boating and fishing, including rock fishing. These are slim, comfortable jackets that inflate automatically once submerged in water. They will keep you afloat for hours and could well save your life. According to the law, you must wear a life jacket in most open water situations. In some areas, it is also mandatory while rock fishing. It is always better to be...
Stay cool as a cucumberNowadays inflatable life jackets are made with comfort and wearability in mind. Best for boating and also handy for rock fishing, ovesco’s range of inflatable life jackets are slim-fitting and non-obtrusive, with a soft collar. You’ll hardly notice you’re wearing them and they won’t make you uncomfortable or sweaty like other bulkier models do. Look and feel like a total pro as you cruise around the high seas. Ahoy, captain!It will keep you afloat for hoursThe aver...
In search of paradise? Luckily, in our pretty stunning country, you never have to look too far. Australia is known for some of the world’s best spots to set sail if boating is your adventure activity of choice. Not sure where to jet off to? Here are some of the best spots to get out on those crystal-clear waters this sunny season!Some fun facts for boaties
We have a whopping 35,000km of shoreline
Australia is home to 1000 river estuaries
The world’s largest coral reef is, of course, the Grea...
1. Anglers survive sharks in the Gulf of MexicoTwo fishermen, Phone Le and Luan Nguyen, whose boat sank in the Gulf of Mexico last month survived a staggering 28 hours in open seas. The pair made an improvised float out of ice chests and spent hours fighting off sharks. One of the men poked a shark in the eye with his thumb. Even as they were being rescued, blacktip sharks measuring four to six feet circled them. The men were found thanks to the effort of Le who swam for miles to find a phone s...
Are your vehicles ready for your summer getaways?Ute’s gleaming, the 4WDs got fresh oil and the pop-up tent is ready to go. Grab the fishing rods, chuck in the boards, stock up the eskie and you’re set. Summer adventures are officially happening! If you’re planning to get out and about this summer, especially if it’s for some good times off-road, it’s important that your vehicles and camping equipment are in proper working condition. No one wants to set up shop for a night by the fire...
Meet Caius, our ovesco Sales ManagerWhen he is not working hard at ovesco HQ in Newcastle, our brand manager and sales rep for NSW Caius can be found watching birds. His favourite? The iconic peregrine falcon, the world’s fastest animal, known for its diving speeds of up to 300km an hour. Ash Island, Hexham is one of the budding bird watcher’s favourite local locations. The popular Koorangang Wetlands spot is home to over 200 flying species.What else does Newy-based, Sydney-born Caius get...
A whopping $500,000 worth of power tools were stolen from cars, trailers and shops in the suburbs of Melbourne earlier in the year. The culprits - a 33-year-old man and a 28-year-old - were two everyday Joes, unsuspected by all. Tradies across Melbourne cursed the loss of their expensive tools and lost wages.Don’t be like these guys! Tools stolen from the job site cost Aussie tradies millions each year.Most tool thefts are opportunistic - a passerby will notice that your canopy looks easy to g...
Balloon animals, gas struts and video games. What do these three seemingly very unrelated items have in common? Well, they are all three talents of our self-confessed “massive nerd” Simon Gibb. Simon, AKA Gibbo, is ovesco’s NSW Store Manager. “I learnt how to make balloon animals when I was younger. I’ve forgotten most of them but can still do a few by memory,” says Gibbo of his hidden talent. When he’s not impressing others with this very particular skillset, out fishing or playi...
Boaties, listen up! This is the most important thing you’ll do this summerBoaties, ahoy! As the summer months approach, many of us are gearing up to get out on those crystal clear waters. After all, is there anything better than jetting away from the mainland (and the boss!) and straight towards a big ol’ jewie to take home for tea? Nope, we don’t think so!Before you get your sea legs on though, it’s important to take safety precautions. Rules aside, this is about staying alive! Sadly,...
