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February 2024

125 years of saving lives at sea; Rescue mission

One of New Zealand’s oldest search and rescue institutions, Sumner Lifeboat/ Coastguard Sumner is celebrating 125 years of outstanding service.

20 February 2024

DIY Boating

Flooring decisions and application; Covering the sole

One of the last major interior decorating decisions I have made is choosing the most appropriate floor covering for the main cabin – the ‘sole’. Optio...

20 February 2024

Features

True Justice

Six years ago Simon Justice sat in his classic timber launch, wondering whether she was worth the trouble. The elderly Ford engine had spewed oil from...

20 February 2024

February 2024

Engine height

Engine height is critical for getting the most from any given boat setup – social, pleasure or race. Put simply, the higher the engine the lower the d...

20 February 2024

Features

Remembering Vectis

The horizon was a magnet as long as I can remember but like the gold at rainbow’s end, it was always just out of reach. For a few years I had lots of ...

20 February 2024

February 2024

Lieutenant Home Kidston and his toys Part 3

I left Sub Lt R. H. (Home) A. Kidston aboard H.M.S. Diomede at Suva in June 1934 with the newspapers trumpeting that he had entered the MacRobertson L...

20 February 2024

February 2024

Deploy the drogue

Dragging a reliable, suitably-sized drogue slows the boat’s drift, making lure presentation easier and much more effective. A drogue can also offer ad...

20 February 2024

Editors Note

Our boating legacy

It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the death of boating legend John Street, MNZM, who passed away on December 21.

5 February 2024

February 2024

Obituary: John Street, MNZM

John Street created a fleet of yachts that are the envy of the world.

25 January 2024

Features

Painting power

Solar coatings

25 January 2024

February 2024

Auckland Wooden Boat Festival

The full programme will be published closer to the event – Follow our website, Instagram and Facebook for updates!

25 January 2024

Boat Brief

Time to burn

If you’re looking at a practical, great performance sailing solution, have a close look at Raymarine Alpha displays.

11 January 2024

Weekly Newsletter

Stay up to date with the latest developments shaping New Zealand's Boating world.

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NZ Events Worth Adding to Your Calendar

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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

Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Lake Rotoiti, 8 - 9 Mar 2025 at Nelson Lakes

Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Lake Twizel, 29 - 30 Mar 2025 at Twizel

JET BOAT RACING

2024/25 NZ Jetsprint Championship R4, 23 Feb 2025 at Wanganui

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

NEWS TIPS?
Send your photos, videos, stories, and tip-offs to ahoy@boatingnz.co.nz or call us on 022-023-7507.

February 2024

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Weekly Newsletter

Social Media

Flooring decisions and application; Covering the sole

True Justice

Engine height

Remembering Vectis

Lieutenant Home Kidston and his toys Part 3

Deploy the drogue

Our boating legacy

Obituary: John Street, MNZM

Painting power

Auckland Wooden Boat Festival

Time to burn