Kirsten Thomas
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Kirsten enjoys sailing and is a passionate writer based in coastal New Zealand. Combining her two passions, she crafts vivid narratives and insightful articles about sailing adventures, sharing her experiences and knowledge with fellow enthusiasts.
The Pan Viva In Trouble I...
The bulk cargo ship Pan Viva, carrying 300K gallons of fuel (equivalent to 1.1 million litres) and 21 crew members, is anchored near Unalaska, battling extreme weather conditions.
Toyota Hydrogen Fuel Cell...
Hydrogen fuel cell technology has emerged as a pivotal innovation in the pursuit of zero-emission solutions for various industries.
New Marine Protections in...
The Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana is one of New Zealand’s most important marine environments, rich in biodiversity and significant to both recreational users and Māori culture.
From Training to Action –...
A significant Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX) was planned for yesterday (Sat 12 Oct 2024) near Hot Water Beach in the Coromandel region of New Zealand, but before they started a real-life rescue occurred.
Breaking
Small engines, big differ...
A boatie’s guide to simple outboard maintenance
Boating New Zealand talks...
Boating NZ talks to one of the sport’s great tacticians as he prepares Lucky for the PIC Coastal Classic 2025