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Furano’s CSH10 Omni Sonar – compact powerhouse for sport fishing
Furuno’s latest full-circle sonar delivers sharper imaging, longer reach, and rock-steady performance at sea.
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Official New Zealand boating charts – how to get them and keep them updated
Free, official, and always up to date — here’s why LINZ charts remain the foundation of safe navigation in Kiwi waters.
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Prepare for summer: clean your anchor locker and stop pests hitching a ride
A boatie’s pre-season guide to clean your anchor locker, choose the right hook, and keep sea pests off your gear.
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Turning air into water — the SXR 68 XL redefines off-grid yachting
From solar-regenerative power to atmospheric water generation, this U.S.-built hybrid yacht takes sustainable cruising into uncharted waters.
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Lowrance’s latest ActiveTarget Software (25.2) upgrade: sharper, smarter, more connected
Lowrance owners have reason to fire up their displays this month. The brand’s latest software release delivers a serious boost to sonar clarity, troll...
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Check your safety gear before next season
Because when things go wrong, you won’t have time to second-guess your kit.
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Managing your onboard power
Keep your batteries healthy and your systems running smoothly with these practical tips for managing onboard power during extended cruising.
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The fight to save Auckland’s last steam ferry
Auckland’s last steam ferry is turning 100. The Toroa’s team needs help to get her back on the Waitematā.
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Smooth cruising starts ashore, Maritimo’s guide to smart motor yacht upkeep
Keep your motor yacht ready to perform — and retain its value — with a proactive maintenance schedule.
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Garmin Force Current: A kayak trolling motor with a twist
Garmin’s new all-in-one kayak motor promises stealth, precision, and a simpler setup.
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Maritimo anchoring tips: safe anchoring and retrieval for luxury motor yachts
A practical guide to anchoring your Maritimo yacht safely, confidently, and with less stress—straight from an expert marine engineer.
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Ponsonby Cruising Club hosts a rare look into plywood performance and racing history: Spencer’s radi...
From tomorrow (24 July) to 14 August, Ponsonby Cruising Club invites members and visitors to step back into a golden era of Kiwi yacht design with Har...
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The last WW1 boat found, the HMS Nottingham rediscovered
The last missing Royal Navy cruiser of the First World War has been found, her story told in steel, silence, and sonar.
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Chatham Islands waka find detailed in new report
A new report has shed light on the potential origins of a partially excavated waka in the Chatham Islands.
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Managing your onboard power system
Expert advice on managing power aboard your Riviera yacht, including battery care, inverter use, charging tips, and onboard monitoring systems.
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256-year-old relic of European contact with NZ rediscovered in RNZ podcast
A 256-year-old anchor described by Heritage New Zealand as "one of the oldest relics of early European contact with New Zealand" has been located afte...
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Battery charging and voltage levels
Most people, including boaties, don’t fully understand the relationship between battery charging and voltage levels.
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Exteta x Riva: The art of nautical living
In a collaboration between Exteta and Riva, a co-branded line of furnishings has evolved, offering a lifestyle inspired by the nautical world.
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Maritimo interior design: crafting luxury and personality at sea
Over the past few years, Maritimo Interior Design has become a defining feature of the brand’s identity. Maritimo has reimagined yacht interiors to re...
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150 years of Lürssen: a shipbuilding legacy gorged in innovation, family and firsts
On 27 June 1875, a 24-year-old boatbuilder named Friedrich Lürssen opened a modest workshop in the German riverside village of Aumund. He’d just fini...
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Garmin GPSMAP 1553xsv: Big-screen brilliance in an ultrawide format
Garmin’s new GPSMAP 1553xsv, launched on June 14, 2025, marks a bold step forward in premium marine electronics. At $8,199 NZD, this 15-inch ultrawid...
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Garmin Apollo RA800 for those into serious on-water sounds
Garmin has launched what it calls its most powerful marine stereo to date—the Fusion Apollo™ RA800—delivering high-resolution audio, greater amplifier...
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Moana rising: Matariki, waka and the ancient sea roads of the Pacific
As Matariki rises in the winter sky above Aotearoa, it signals more than the start of the Māori New Year.
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Riviera’s new interior furnishings collection redefines luxury at sea
Riviera, Australia’s most awarded luxury motor yacht builder, has unveiled a new interior furnishings collection that reaffirms its commitment to pers...
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Scanstrut Ultra SC-CW-14G: Marine Phone Charger Review – Part 1
Boating New Zealand puts Scanstrut’s latest wireless charger on the bench — and soon, onboard — to see if this Qi2-certified unit lives up to its prom...
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Electric boat? Will charging infrastructure keep pace with marine innovation?
As electric propulsion becomes a serious player in the marine sector, one question looms larger than the rest: how and where will we charge these boat...
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Electric Wave sparks change with NZ’s first e-marine hub in Queenstown
A major milestone in the evolution of clean transport has quietly splashed down in Queenstown.
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Santa Maria: A legacy carved in timber
Some boats are more than the sum of their timber and fastenings.
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Don’t Get Caught Out: A tender tale
Some stories that circulate around the liveaboards are good for a laugh — but they also carry important lessons.
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Jack Guard and his Gipsy: Craft, character and coastal history
tep onboard Gipsy and you’re not just stepping into a boat – you’re stepping into a story.
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Respected, not conquered: Fishing New Zealand’s Wild West Coast
If you think fishing the West Coast is all about trophy catches and postcard views, think again. While the fishery off New Zealand’s rugged West Coast...
The Yates family of the Far North and their Bailey & Lowe launches Part II: Tui Silver Bell
Joseph William (Joe) Conrad, who bought the bigger Tui (now Silver Bell) from Gus Yates in 1914, often used his Māori names,
Hohepa Kanara or Hohepa...
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KUUJJUAQ: A Marten 72 that blends speed, style, and sophistication
For anyone who believes that high-performance yachts must sacrifice comfort for speed, the Marten 72 KUUJJUAQ is a compelling contradiction
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Form & Float: Building boats, building memories
From backyard builds to weekend adventures, this Kiwi-made kitset boat company is making waves with hands-on boating for everyone.
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What happens when the rudder fails?
Losing your rudder hundreds of miles offshore is a serious situation. Your ability to control the boat is instantly compromised, especially in heavy w...
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Dame Naomi James: A mother who found her strength again when life capsized her
In a world where grit often gets overlooked and quiet resolve forgotten, the story of Dame Naomi James rises from the deep like a swell on the open oc...
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Timeless elegance, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
From its salty, rum-soaked beginnings in the 1960s to its current status as a world-renowned event celebrating maritime heritage, the Antigua Classic ...
Treadway
Treadway Ltd is a 100% family owned and operated business based in Whangarei, New Zealand. Established in 1976 Treadway Ltd is an importer, distributor and manufacturer of trailer components, wheels,...
13m Marine Berth FOR SALE
For sale or rent: a premium 13-metre berth at Hobsonville Marina, Space E23.
This sought-after spot boasts a full-length finger, providing ample space and convenience, making it larger than most ...
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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!
1972 Adams 45
The 1972 Adams 45 Hornpipe is a proven bluewater cruiser built for serious offshore and coastal adventures.