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Solar power afloat: From DIY dreams to plug-and-play reality
How modern marine solar panels are transforming onboard energy — from experimental pioneers like Sailing Uma to off-the-shelf systems now available at...
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Sarah Psaila: “Everyone deserves to come home”
Meet Sarah Psaila, the Coastguard skipper inspiring confidence and safety on New Zealand waters.
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Raymarine brings innovation to the Sydney International Boat Show
The 2025 Sydney International Boat Show promises four days of on-water innovation at Darling Harbour, where Raymarine will take centre stage on the ma...
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Light and lustre: LED upgrades and brightwork revival
LEDs boost safety and efficiency, while well-kept timber adds warmth, pride, and timeless appeal to every boat.
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Buoy-Boy makes waves for summer boating safety
Buoy-Boy brings boating safety to life, reminding Kiwis that most accidents happen close to shore.
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We All Play a Part: Water Safety New Zealand encourages collaboration and participation for Water Sa...
As summer begins, Water Safety Month calls Kiwis to action: stay vigilant and help prevent drownings.
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Maintenance tips for your boat
As peak boating season approaches and the weather warms up, we all look forward to leisurely days on the water. However, unexpected boat issues can di...
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Get Ready for Summer: from gumboots to sea boots
If it weren’t for your gumboots, where would you be?
Footing it safely from Catalina Bay to the Coastal Classic
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Awlgrip and the art of restoration
From backyard beginnings to global renown, Metan Marine’s story is one of craftsmanship, grit, and an enduring partnership with Awlgrip coatings.
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Updated haulout directory released for 2025–26
Plan ahead for haulout season — 50+ approved facilities listed from Northland to Bluff
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PIC Coastal Classic Weather and Tactics Clinic: PredictWind routing allows for strategy and schedule...
With less than three days to go before the start of the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic, early weather forecasts are in, painting a picture of what’s in stor...
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Half of New Zealanders are on the water – but there’s no national record of our boats
Despite having the world's highest boat ownership per capita, 1.6 million vessels are impossible to consistently identify, trace or recover.
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Rob Hewitt urges Kiwi dads to rethink water safety
Rob Hewitt’s message is simple: lifejackets are for everyone — kids and Dad.
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Small engines, big difference: keeping your outboard happy this summer
A boatie’s guide to simple outboard maintenance
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Safety starts on shore: getting ready for the season ahead
Good preparation keeps you safe at sea. Lessons from the PIC Coastal Classic Boat Prep and Safety Clinic highlight the basics of summer boating safety...
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New and improved: Mercury Marine introduces two new V10 Verado outboard engines
Mercury Marine introduced two new V10 Verado outboard engines in late July with the gala unveiling of its all-new Verado 425hp and enhanced Verado 350...
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Amphibious freedom for any boat
The latest innovation from Tectrax is a game-changer: an autonomous, amphibious trailer system.
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Galvanic corrosion
Galvanic corrosion is a flow of electric current between dissimilar metals in an electrolyte such as seawater and, to a lesser extent, in impure fresh...
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From Viking seas to southern lakes: clinker boats and the spread of northern craft
From Viking seas to Kiwi lakes, clinker boats endure as seaworthy, beautiful vessels built to last.
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Get Ready for Summer – Testing and flushing your boat’s water systems
How to flush and test your boat’s water system to keep tanks, pumps, and pipes fresh and safe for summer.
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Auckland Heritage Festival 2025: A peek at the maritime journeys on show
From tugboats to steam ferries, the Auckland Heritage Festival 2025 celebrates the city’s maritime past with family-friendly events.
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The painstaking, decades-long restoration of Auckland’s Toroa steam ferry
Like West Auckland's answer to Noah's ark, the Toroa ferry has been perched by the Lincoln Rd off-ramp for the past 24 years.
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Marine toilet maintenance: the simple way to keep your heads sweet
Regular marine toilet care prevents odours, blockages, and costly fixes — keep your head fresh and reliable with the right gear.
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Tender upkeep with Burnsco
From pumps to repair kits, Burnsco has everything you need to maintain your tender. Keep it clean, safe and ready for summer adventures.
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Refresh your boat’s first aid kit
Don’t let ageing supplies compromise your safety at sea.
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The two yachts named Tawera
A very high proportion of commercial vessels, yachts and launches built in
New Zealand from colonisation in the 19th century were given Māori names....
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Frames, fibre, and art that stays put
From frames to fibre, here's how to display art onboard safely, stylishly, and without breaking the bank or your bulkheads.
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Wild Chix ‘Women’s Day Out on the Water’: a must-do event for women at the helm
Wild Chix 'Women’s Day Out on the Water' gave women the chance to helm, anchor, and learn vital boating skills in a supportive setting.
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Fresh canvas, clear views: practical boat care for comfort afloat
Keep your boat’s canvas, clears, and upholstery fresh with simple cleaning habits. Practical tips for lasting comfort afloat.
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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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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 designed yachts. In 1984, after the completion of his apprenticeship, he established his own business trading as Elite Marine Boatbuilders Ltd. and started producing his own designs. It was not long before Elite Marine Boatbuilders Ltd. with its highly skilled and qualified team...
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