February 2026
Tubby makes a splash
Kate, the oldest still-sailing boat in Aotearoa New Zealand, a utilitarian Haura...
The ParAble – sailing for all
A new class designed for disabled sailors, beginner sailors, and sailors with mo...
Innovation for the win
Boating NZ travels to the Netherlands for a peek inside the world's largest mari...
Reflections on 25 years of the Auckland Boat Show
The first Auckland Boat Show run by NZ Marine was held in 1999. Today it h...
Riviera now in Türkiye
Riviera has expanded into the European market by appointing Doğuş Marine as its ...
VETUS introduces E LINE 22kW, its most powerful inboard electric propulsion motor
VETUS has expanded its electric propulsion portfolio with the launch of the E LI...
Northern Pacific Sea Star (Asterias amurensis)
Why is it a problem?
The Northern Pacific sea star is a voracious predator that...
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Editor’s Note: New year, new horizons
It’s always a bit of an effort launching into a new work year, and to be honest,...
National lifejacket rule
The proposed Life Jackets for Children and Young Persons Bill is a major opportu...
Next-gen electric hybrid ferry
AUCKLAND IS SET TO WELCOME its first electric hybrid ferry, operated by Fullers3...
Coastguard Mangawhai first rescue
On 17 December 2025, Coastguard Mangawhai completed its first official rescue, r...
Five teams enter historic America’s Cup Alliance to supercharge future of sport’s oldest...
Founding teams unite to unleash the potential of the America's Cup, introducing ...
Vessev VS–9 Skye and the return to simple day boating
Vessev’s move with the VS–9 Skye is less about changing direction than changing ...
CTEK NXT Series battery chargers arrive in New Zealand
Two practical chargers for boat owners who want straightforward battery care tha...
Raymarine launches Pathfinder commercial radar
A solid-state X-band radar aimed at reducing maintenance and simplifying commerc...
Anura powered amphibious rescue craft successfully trialled across Broome’s vast coastline
Designed for tides first, boats second
Broome sits on the south western edge of...
Tectrax x SBS Trailers: Taking electric boat launching into demanding waters
Boating technology is easy to admire in a showroom. It is much harder to live wi...
FPT signs Tauranga Diesel Specialists as new marine dealer
Marine & Industrial Power has added Tauranga Diesel Specialists (TDS) to its...
Em Trak New Zealand partnership brings proven AIS tech to Kiwi skippers
Charlie Bravo Boat Co takes on exclusive distribution of Em Trak, bringing a res...
Viknes 10 named Best for Family as Charlie Bravo brings the brand to New Zealand
Cameron Burch from Charlie Bravo returned from visiting the Viknes production fa...
Ross Brownlie has founded Saltstate NZ to offer SPOC to boat owners
Boat owners who want their vessel kept in good order, without juggling a list of...
Motor Yacht Service Centre appointed as Maritimo sales consultant in New Zealand
Motor Yacht Service Centre becomes Authorised Sales Consultant for Maritimo New ...