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Sleek, silent, and award-winning: Vessev’s VS–9 claims Red Dot honour
New Zealand-based electric boat innovator Vessev has just scored a major international design coup.
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US Coast Guard responds to sinking of overloaded Lamborghini Yacht off Miami Beach
In the incident last Friday, all 32 passengers were rescued after influencer party on $4M Superyacht turns into near disaster.
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Quality Marine Clothing anchors in Auckland
Quality Marine Clothing, marine apparel specialist sets up shop at the Viaduct, Auckland.
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Jet Boating NZ’s ‘bring-your-own-jet-boat’ Bridge to Nowhere weekend: Where history meet...
Tucked away in the remote reaches of the Whanganui River lies one of Aotearoa’s most evocative backcountry landmarks: the Bridge to Nowhere. Each year...
Press Release
Senator 550: small boat, huge impact
Senator Boats launches its all-new 5.5m hardtop, delivering full-sized performance in a compact, modular package set to make waves at the 2025 Hutchwi...
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Fresh momentum for Cook Strait ferries as six shipyards shortlisted
New shortlist signals renewed progress on Interislander replacement fleet after iReX cancellation
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Tribute evening for Kiwi yacht designer Paul Whiting
A public tribute evening honouring one of New Zealand’s most influential yacht designers, Paul Whiting, will be held at the Ponsonby Cruising Club on ...
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Experience the StabiX 205SC in action – Demo Day on the Waitematā
Tuesday 20 May, 10am–2pm | Central Auckland | Registration essential
If you’ve been curious about the performance of the new StabiX 205SC, now’s yo...
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North Sails brings two of NZ’s best to RNZYS May 6 Speaker Night
Sailors, racers and yachties — the next Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron Speaker Night is one you won’t want to miss. On this Tuesday (6 May), North S...
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Caught in the storm: The fatal lessons of three Gisborne fishermen’s last voyage
In their latest (30 April 2025) episode of the NZSFC Pod and Reel podcast, host Mike Plant from the New Zealand Sport Fishing Council revisits a tragi...
Opinion
Antifouling: Time to clear the decks on regulatory delay
Chris Galbraith Chair of NZMOA warns of rapid barnacle growth and call for urgent access to safer, more effective antifoul products.
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When training turns real: HMNZS Taupo responds to mayday near Rangitoto
In the early hours of this morning—Thursday 1 May—HMNZS Taupo broke from a routine training exercise in the Hauraki Gulf to respond to a mayday call. ...
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Smart Marine to open fifth store on Auckland’s North Shore
In an inspired move for the New Zealand marine community, Smart Marine has announced the opening of its fifth store in Albany, locat...
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RV Kaharoa: The end of an era for NIWA’s “Little Ship That Can”
14 April 2025 marks a memorable turning point for New Zealand’s marine science community. After more than four decades of steadfast service, the resea...
Press Release
Carbon Yachts appointed exclusive distributor for Shogun Yachts in Australia and New Zealand
Carbon Yachts is proud to announce its exclusive appointment as the distributor for Shogun Yachts across Australia and New Zealand. Built in Sweden, S...
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Engine bay fire engulfs boat off Centre Island
Waikato Regional Council maritime officers are responding to a fire aboard a 13-metre aluminium boat near Centre Island in Mercury Bay this afternoon....
Fire aboard Waiheke ferry swiftly contained by emergency crews
Engine fire breaks out on Fullers vessel near Motuihe Island — no injuries reported as emergency response teams take swift action.
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The Yates family of the far north and their Bailey & Lowe launches
The Yates family had extensive holdings in the Far North around the turn of the 20th century. Samuel Yates was born in London in 1826. His father was ...
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Personal Water Craft (‘jetskis’)
Welcome to ‘A very brief history of…’ researching the history of everyday marine technology, innovation and events kiwi boaties love (or loathe).
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Delta Powerboats arrive in New Zealand with performance pedigree and Scandinavian polish
With lightweight carbon construction, top-tier performance, and serious cruising comfort, Delta Powerboats has made its long-awaited entry into the Ki...
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Emerging nuances in NZ boating ownership and activity
New Zealanders continue to invest in boats, but are we using them as much as we used to? With reported usage softening, the boating community faces a ...
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Coastguard crews respond to high-pressure rescues across NZ in challenging weekend
Coastguard volunteers across the motu were kept on their toes over the weekend, responding to a string of emergencies that stretched from Northland to...
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Happy anniversary: 25th NZ Antique and Classic Boat Show
Blue skies, sparkling water, big crowds and a record number of interesting boats
of every sort made the 25th anniversary of this event extra-special...
Aquila Power Catamarans appoints Benoit Moreau as Regional Sales Director, Asia-Pacific
Aquila Power Catamarans has announced the appointment of Benoit Moreau as its new Regional Sales Director for the Asia-Pacific region. This strategic ...
Grounded by fatigue, lessons from the Fiordland Navigator incident
When the Fiordland Navigator ran aground with 57 passengers aboard, it could have ended far worse. A new TAIC report reveals how fatigue, medical over...
Superb conditions for the 2025 Perpetual Guardian Classic Yacht Regatta
The 2025 Perpetual Guardian Classic Yacht Regatta, hosted by Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, saw a fleet of 20 of New Zealand’s finest classic yacht...
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Dynamic duo: The John and Linda Parrish story
Race management is one of those critical jobs that has to be done just right and where accuracy is everything. With more than 43 years of experience, ...
Historic rivalry rekindled at 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival
But what occurred back in the 1930s? Who won the race between Ngataki and Te Rapunga?
When the inaugural trans-Tasman race commenced from Auckland on...
Get ready for sun, snags and Sea Rays
Freedom Boat Club (FBC) is hosting an Open Day event at Sports Marine, Westhaven Marina, this Saturday, 5th April, from 9 am until 12 noon. Situated a...
Weapons and ammunition removed from HMNZS Manawanui
The New Zealand government has made significant progress in managing the cleanup of the HMNZS Manawanui wreck, which sank off the coast of Samoa last ...
Fishing boat smashed into rocks when no-one in the wheelhouse
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An investigation has found a fishing boat ran aground on Canterbury's Banks Peninsula because of inadequate watchkeeping
The Austro Ca...
‘Aotearoa Ocean Racing’ sets sail for global stage
In a significant development for New Zealand’s sailing scene, acclaimed offshore sailor Conrad Colman and marine strategist Rowan Gyde have announced ...
Buddy lives on as storm sinks yacht carrying 1000 litres of diesel in Cass Bay
In overnight news, a 12.5-metre yacht carrying 1000 litres of diesel sank at its moorings in Cass Bay, Whakaraupō (Lyttelton Harbour), after wild weat...
#WaveForBoating campaign launches to celebrate World Boating Day!
Boating enthusiasts, industry leaders, crew members and water lovers around the world are coming together for the launch of #WaveForBoating, a global ...
Get involved and share your boating passion on World Boating Day 2025
Let’s showcase the best of Kiwi boating culture and inspire more people to embrace the water.
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Top of the South Marine relocates
Top of the South Marine has relocated to a new, larger facility located in Havelock, Marlborough. The move represents a significant milestone in the c...
Press Release
L&B to distribute ARCO
Lusty & Blundell is now an official distributor for the ARCO range of high energy engine products.
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The New Zealand Raters – Export
In December 1898 a major yachting event was held in Auckland, the first with any true international content. The North Shore Native Regatta and Carniv...
HMNZS Manawanui fuel removal operation successfully completed
Salvage teams remove over 320,000 litres of fuel from stricken navy vessel off Samoa
Press Release
New Electric Fullers ferry: Future ferry
Fullers360, New Zealand’s largest ferry operator, has added an 8.9m, 100% electric foiling power catamaran to its fleet. Kermadec will offer 45-minute...
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FISHING
Hook Me Up Fishing Competition - Matakana vs Hillside, 7 Mar 2025 in Whakatane
The Kubota Billfish Classic, 12 - 15 Mar 2025 in Mercury Bay, Whitianga
ITM Fishing Competition, 13 - 16 Mar 2025 in Whangaroa
NZ Lure Masters (Catch, Measure and Release competition), 3 & 4 Oct 2025, New Zealand wide
REGATTAS
Toyota Youth International Match Racing Cup, 26 Feb - 4 Mar 2025 in Auckland
PIC Harbour Classic, 28 Feb - 1 Mar 2025 in Auckland
Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race 2025, starting 11 Oct 2025 TBC from Sydney Harbour
PIC Insurance Brokers Coastal Classic, 24 Oct 2025 TBC from Auckland to Russell
Rolex Sydney to Hobart, 26 Dec 2025 starts in Sydney, Australia
HYDRO THUNDER
JET BOAT RACING
2025 NZ Marathon Coast-to-Coast, 16 to 25 Mar 2025 starting at Greymouth ad finishing at Christchurch
WATERSPORTS
IWWF University Nationals (waterskiing), 26 February to 2 March Orakei Basin, Auckland
MEET UPS
Bay of Plenty Trailer Yacht Cruising Rally, Easter 2025 at Lake Rotoiti, BOP
SHOWS
Moana Auckland - New Zealand's Ocean Festival, 27 Jan to 9 Mar 2025 in Auckland
Auckland Boat Show, 6 - 9 Mar 2025 to be held at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland
The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, 15-18 May 2025 to be held at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland
NZ Boat, Fish and Dive Show, 30 & 31 Aug 2025 to be held at Mystery Creek Events Centre, Waipa
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