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Secure your haul-out now for a ‘clean summer getaway’
Marine biosecurity experts call on New Zealand boat owners to ensure they book
their haul-outs and...
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Feature
Adventure fishing: Andrew Hill’s top tips for PWC fishing
PWCs are increasingly used for recreational fishing in saltwater and freshwater.
PWC (personal wa...
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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...
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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...
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Floating shed causes a stir in Whangamata harbour
Locals in Whangamata woke to an unusual sight this morning – a corrugated iron shed adrift in the ha...
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Alternative sailing rigs: Mastfoil ketch | Inflatable wing sail | Kites
The majority of cruising sailboats are monohulls. This represents the conventional ‘wisdom’ of the y...
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Understanding and managing power consumption
Let’s begin by looking at some principles of electrical systems.
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Map marine mammals on the move
It’s that time of year again when young fur seals start turning up in all sorts of odd places, from ...
Tech Article
Tech Article
Battery charging and voltage levels
Most people, including boaties, don’t fully understand the relationship between battery charging and...
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Women in sport: Kelsey Muir helms the 104th Lipton Cup winner
Sailing is often perceived as an elitist sport dominated by men, and while it is much more accessibl...
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K Boats: Making dreams come true
Marlborough Sounds maritime legend Grant Orchard has put his fleet of ‘K Boats’ into service support...
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Tight sailing for Etchells Cup
Following on from last year’s successful one-day regatta, the Bonus Contractors
Bay of Islands Etc...
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NZ’s finest race for glory
The 2025 Perpetual Guardian Classic Yacht Regatta, hosted by Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, saw a...
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Waikawa Boating Club WineWorks Marlborough Wine Race
February 14 saw the 2025 running of the WineWorks Marlborough Wine Race, organised by Waikawa Boatin...
Tech Article
Tech Article
Battery charging and maintenance for an extended battery life
This article is intended
to help boat owners better understand a vessel’s batteries and how to cor...
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Feature
50 years of service to the marine industry
Family Boats’ Tony Singe is marking
50 years in the marine industry.
Yamaha hydrogen power: Hydrogen-fuelled outboard
The world’s first hydrogen-powered prototype outboard will make its
New Zealand debut at the Hutch...
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Happy anniversary: 25th NZ Antique and Classic Boat Show
Blue skies, sparkling water, big crowds and a record number of interesting boats
of every sort mad...
Joystick demo a world’s first
Launching in May, Mercury’s joystick steering system for single outboards is a plug-and-play upgrade...
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Exclusive
The winner of the NZ Retro Boat 2025: Tugboat
The winner of Boating New Zealand magazine’s inaugural NZ Retro Boat Trophy went to Tugboat, a Savag...
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Press Release
New Electric Fullers ferry: Future ferry
Fullers360, New Zealand’s largest ferry operator, has added an 8.9m, 100% electric foiling power cat...
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Check for marine pests
Marine biosecurity teams are reminding boaties and all marine users to make sure they are across mar...
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Classic yachts (and launches) as ‘Protected New Zealand Objects’
Formed in the mid-1990s, The Classic Yacht Association was at the forefront of protecting classic ya...
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Pioneering a green fleet: hydrogen fuel in the Royal New Zealand Navy’s future
Sailing towards sustainability
The RNZN has announced its intent to investigate the viability of hy...
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Swirly World: Winners of the Andrew Fagan book
We are very excited to announce the winners of the Swirly World book competition you read about last...
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Navy trials Whangārei reserve unit
The Royal New Zealand Navy (RNZN) is exploring a new avenue for community engagement and regional pa...
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Hull hygiene and marine pests: A guide for Kiwi boaties
Keeping your boat in shipshape condition isn't just about performance—it’s crucial for protecting Ne...
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RNZYS’ Megan Thomson set to make waves on the Red Sea
The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron (RNZYS) will have its eyes fixed on Jeddah this week as Megan T...
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SVR-Lazartigue Hits Trouble in Jules Verne Trophy Bid
The Jules Verne Trophy, one of the most challenging pursuits in offshore sailing, has presented an e...
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RNZYS to Compete in 2025 Admiral’s Cup
The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron (RNZYS) has confirmed its participation in the 2025 Royal Ocean...
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HMNZS Manawanui Interim court of inquiry report: lessons in leadership and safety
The HMNZS Manawanui incident marks a sobering chapter in the history of New Zealand’s Royal Navy. On...
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From the ‘Its great to live in NZ’ file: boat returned before owner notices it’s s...
In an impressive display of police vigilance, Counties Manukau South Police have recovered...
Waka Ama world rocked by ‘untimely’ death of coach and paddler Kiwi Campbell
The waka ama world has been rocked by the death of one of Aotearoa's most successful paddlers, Kiw...
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REDHOT MARINE Formula V Series
The REDHOT Marine Formula V Series returns for the 2024/2025 season with round one kicking off the s...
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You Can Take The Kiwi Out Of New Zealand, But Not New Zealand Out Of The Kiwi
This weekend in France the All Blacks are playing France.
Conrad Colman, the only Kiwi skipper in...
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Stranded By Boat Problems: 4 Months In Dock For ‘Meet The Wynns’ Jason and Nikki Wynn
The family Wynn, Jason and Nikki, have been off the high seas for 4 months due to continued problems...
Tūtaia Launched: Waikato Regional Council’s New Vessel Ready For Action
Replacing An Old Workhorse: Farewell to Maroro
For 17 years, Maroro has been the backbone o...
Raising The Spar: New Standards Set In Historic 37th America’s Cup
Emirates Team New Zealand’s Triumph: A Legacy In The Making
Emirates Team New Zealand’s imp...
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