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Final Fastnet for Pyewacket
Roy Disney's iconic VO70 bows out after the 2025 Rolex Fastnet Race — but her legacy is far from over.
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EXCLUSIVE: Simply the Best, the Kiwi cruiser-racer that still lives up to her name
In New Zealand sailing circles, some yachts earn a reputation not just for how they perform on the water, but for how they’re built, lived aboard, and...
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Bond 26 and the boats of 007: Will the new film keep the nautical tradition afloat?
Will Bond 26 will carry on a time-honoured tradition: will there be a boat scene?
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Oyster 53: Bluewater benchmark with a Kiwi backstory
Among bluewater cruising yachts, few names hold the enduring gravitas of the Oyster 53. Designed by Rob Humphreys and built between 1999 and 2008, the...
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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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Inferno at Waitangi: The fiery fate of ‘The Tui’ and the ship’s storied past
Early this morning, flames lit up the Bay of Islands skyline as The Tui, the historic three-masted ship long moored beside the Waitangi Bridge, was co...
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Looking Back: Challenger 595 revisited
The Challenger 595 isn’t just another fibreglass runabout — it’s a solidly built, intelligently designed vessel that remains impressive nearly two dec...
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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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A walkthrough of the Kingfisher 725 Hardtop: Built for serious adventure
Kingfisher Boats has released a fresh video walkthrough of the 725 Hardtop on YouTube, showcasing this 7.25-metre aluminium weapon in its full glory. ...
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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
Docklands 5 Marine
Dockland 5 Marine is a haul out & hardstand facility on the beautiful Whangarei Harbour. Just a short distance to the Whangarei CBD, Dockland 5 Marine is the perfect place to carry out boat repai...
Elite Marine Design
Bill Upfold is a qualified boat builder having served his apprenticeship with John Lidgard Yachts & Co Ltd. in 1977-1981.
During that time Bill became experienced in custom desi...
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1949 Curnow & Wilton trawler
A classic 13-metre timber trawler, Santa Maria blends rugged heritage with cosy liveaboard comfort—ready for her next adventure.
2024 Smartwave SW4800 Centre Console
This versatile 4.8m boat is designed with functionality, safety, and ease of use in mind, making it a solid choice for inshore fishing or family outings.