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The formative years: 1928-2004

This month signifies a major shift at Westhaven Marina, as the long-term licences for Piers AB to T...
25 October 2026

Winning the race

For well over 50 years, Bri-Ski Propellers has been successfully powering thousands of Kiwi boats. Founded in Brian...
9 October 2026

The John Faire story: Humble legend

For nearly seven decades, John Faire has been involved in every aspect of yacht racing. Besides winning many...
24 September 2026

The Russell Pauling story

Fortunate fellow During the 1970s and 80s, Epiglass was the leading force in the marine coating industry. Russell...
14 September 2026

Kiwi yachting master, the Richard Macalister story

In 1980, a relatively unknown Wellington sailor, Richard Macalister, then aged 21, was chosen to be part of...
13 August 2026
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The Greg Fenwick story

Architectural moves Fenwick’s father, John, was the CEO of John Fenwick & Co in Napier, a third-generation master...
21 June 2026

Dedicated boaties: The Ron and Michelle Copeland story

A skilled engineer, boat restorer and sailor, Ron Copeland is a dedicated advocate for our marine heritage. Alongside...
2 June 2026

True voyagers: the Eric and Cathy Gray story

While world circumnavigations are seemingly routine these days, the challenge of obtaining a suitable yacht and funding a...
5 May 2026

The OK Dinghy: The New Zealand dominance

For nearly 70 years, the OK Dinghy has been one of this country’s most popular international classes. New...
28 March 2026
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