With the current restrictions in Vic I can do little more than online research. Even the library is closed.

All things considered, I've come to the conclusion that a TH25 is the boat for me. When I get to look at boats in person that may change.
The plan is, when the restrictions are lifted to go to my local yacht club for a chat and look around. I'd like to meet up with some locals from here for a chat and look at their boats.

Now then, is a TH25 right?

Do I like the way they look? Yes, especially the interior layout. I'd like something comfortable, caravan ish.

Can I get one within my budget? Yes, but its difficult to tell the condition from photos. My wife and I have sat a budget of $10g, not a lot I know. Say up to $8g on a boat and $2g for anything I may need to get her on the water.

Will it suit my needs?
Short term goal is to learn to sail (with help), day sails, evening sails and overnight sails on the bay, building experience.
Then in 6 (?) months short coastal trips building up to trips to Adeliade, Sydney, Tas.

Then in 3 to 5 years, could be longer, a long cruise up past Brisbane and onto the Pacific islands or further north to Indonesia.

From what I can tell a TH will do all that in retaliative safety and comfort.

I'd appreciate some advice, comments tips,

Cheers,

Mike.