June 2023
Tenetahi; Part 1 – The wreck of Rangatira
In the second half of the 19th century a large part of New Zealand’s coastal trade was in Maori-owned vessels.
Long time… no sea
Many people dream of sailing around the world but lots of them never get beyond the marina. It has taken Lewis Faulkner more time than most, but his c...
Galley design & construction – Designing a galley: Sink, hob and hot water supply
One of the benefits of being a part-time boat reviewer is that from time to time I get to experience other people’s boats, and I get to see the latest...
One Family’s Boating Journey – Leaking windows and weather windows
As I drove Sauvage into the marina, the pitch-black of night engulfed us and I felt my heart hammering. Would I be able to berth us safely in the dark...
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Getting to Galapagos
The 830-mile passage from Panama to the Galapagos – the most direct way home for Kiwi circumnavigators or Kiwis coming over from Europe – has a reputa...
Best of Brunner
Situated on the West Coast of the South Island, about three hours from Christchurch, Lake Brunner is a scenic and familyoriented South Island boating ...
In hot water?
A colleague drew my attention to a story in the Guardian. The subject was marine heatwaves in New Zealand. (The QR code on this page provides access t...
Trimaran Pioneers
Mentioning the word ‘multihull’ in the late 1950s and 1960s was a sure way to be ridiculed by the conservative ocean racing establishment.
The future is here
So much has changed in the last couple of years, and particularly in boating where new technology inevitably drives even further technological advance...
New research vessel for Goat Island
Working out of Goat Island, Te Kaihōpara will help highlight the need for more marine reserves in the Hauraki Gulf, such as one planned for Waiheke Is...
Murder most foul
Like many war vets, he never spoke about his experience at the hands of his captors – not entirely surprising given the horror of the Behar Massacre.
The Classic Yacht Association NZ
The Classic Yacht Association is run by a committee of volunteers that are passionate about the use and preservation of New Zealand’s maritime heritage.
The committee strives to maintain the natur...
Cule Marine
The Cule brand (pronounced ‘cool’) was established in 2007 to offer New Zealand’s boat building industry the option of a premium-quality, locally manufactured boat hatch. No small feat when your competing against large international brands but a strong customer focus and a commitment to ‘try harder’ has held us in good stead. Today Cule Marine enjoys close working relationships with many of New Zealand’s leading boat builders, designers, and passionate boat owners.
Following encouragement fr...
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1972 Delta Delta 36
“Katinka” is a well-maintained example of the 1972 Delta 36, a proven bluewater cruiser with a rich sailing history and robust pedigree.
2005 Haines Signature 600RF
Well-kept, garage-stored family boat with low hours, new carpets, and full gear. Soft-riding foam-filled hull, ideal for fishing or cruising. Regretful sale—owner upgrading. Located in Pauanui with minimal trailer use. Ready for its next adventure—don’t miss out!