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Cook Strait ferries face cancellations as rough weather batters strait
Strong southerly swells force service disruptions for both Bluebridge and Interislander, leaving passengers facing delays and rebookings.
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Rayglass ‘R Edition’ Protector Range
Rayglass Boats has unveiled the all-new Protector R Edition range, a bold evolution of its iconic high-performance RIBs. These exclusive models are en...
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Ben Vickery from Marine Decking Solutions
Marine Decking Solutions founder Ben Vickery has been in the boat-building industry for 18 years, with seven of those years specialising in installing...
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Yamaha CrossWave: redefining the personal watercraft
Yamaha’s CrossWave is the first walkaround personal watercraft, blending fishing, cruising, and adventure with modular design and unmatched versatilit...
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Sean McColl: 30 years Building Stabi relationships
Stabicraft Marine’s Sean McColl recently celebrated 30 years of service with the Invercargill-based aluminium boat builder.
Stabicraft is New Zealand...
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ePropulsion partners with Power Equipment
ePropulsion, the global leader in marine electric propulsion systems and services, announced today it has entered into a strategic partnership with Au...
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Kiwi firm Fischer Panda generators enters the Australian market
Enertec Marine, the long-time New Zealand distributor of German-made Fischer Panda generators, has announced its entry to the Australian market with t...
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Quick Thrusters get Mercury Marine integration
As of last month, Mercury Joystick Piloting system is fully compatible with applicable Quick Nautical Equipment bow thrusters and ready for customer u...
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After 26 years on Cook Strait, Interislander ferry Aratere retires
After 26 years on Cook Strait, Interislander ferry Aratere retires. Built in Spain, lengthened in Singapore, she carried millions across the strait.
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Blue economy delivers high values for Australian boating
Australia’s new National Recreational Boating Statement forecasts 1M boats and $20B spend by 2030.
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DockPro wins sustainability award at Sydney Boat Show
Gold Coast innovators recognised for eco-friendly dry-docking solutions that reduce antifoul use and protect our oceans.
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YYachts Y6: a pocket superyacht redefining owner-operated luxury
The YYachts Y6 redefines superyacht luxury for owner-handling. A 20-metre carbon-built cruiser offering comfort, privacy, and performance.
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Race win puts Black Foils in the mix on record setting day
The first day of SailGP racing in Germany saw records tumble in front of a sold out crowd on the Baltic Coast in Sassnitz.
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Building the ultimate tender: Rayglass, Ancasta, and the Protector 380 Targa
When Europe’s biggest yacht brokerage teamed up with one of New Zealand’s best-known boatbuilders, the result was a standout superyacht tender unlike ...
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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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Yamaha powers shark research
Cruising up and down the New Zealand coastline, Dr Riley Elliott aboard his Yamaha-powered Extreme 745 Game King, has discovered a new nursery ground ...
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Attitude is everything: The John Morrison story
Sailor and entrepreneur John Morrison’s story is a real rags-to-riches one. Growing up in Lyttelton in the 1960s, he built a keeler and, aged 22, set ...
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A new reference in custom aluminum sailing yachts
A new generation of blue-water cruisers – fully customisable
OGHAM Yachts introduces two production models designed for offshore sailing. These alumi...
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Fire risk on the rise: how battery systems are changing boat insurance
A spark that’s catching insurers’ attention
If you’ve added a lithium battery bank, e-foil, or even an e-bike to your boat in the past year, you’re p...
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Lowrance’s new Ghost X trolling motor takes stealth and control to the next level
Lowrance’s latest electric motor delivers more thrust, smarter positioning, and quieter operation for serious freshwater anglers.
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Sydney Boat Show 2025: A first day of success
From the moment the gates opened today, Sydney Showground at Sydney Olympic Park has been buzzing. The halls and outdoor precinct were alive with the ...
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SAR4SAR – a new eye in the sky for search and rescue
New Zealand scientists are developing low-cost radar reflectors for space-based detection of small craft in distress, aiming to transform search and r...
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Mercury Racing updates the 300R and introduces the 300 ROS into the same race-ready league
Two V8s, one DNA – but very different personalities.
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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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Aquila power catamarans to unveil four major debuts at 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival
Aquila will debut four power catamarans at Cannes 2025, blending luxury, performance, and CE-certified offshore, inshore, and coastal capability.
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Public hailed for quick action in Pine Harbour rescue — one day after Tamaki Drive tragedy
Police commend a public hero who saved a woman at Pine Harbour Marina, less than 24 hours after a Tamaki Drive tragedy.
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Hauraki Gulf, BOP and Wellington rock lobster consultation: what it means for boaties
The Government wants feedback on higher abundance targets for crayfish in the Hauraki Gulf, Bay of Plenty, Wellington and Wairarapa. Here is what is o...
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Raymarine links with Orca navigation app for real-time route sharing
Raymarine has announced a new integration between its Axiom chartplotters and the popular Orca navigation app, allowing boaters to send a planned rout...
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Man dies after falling overboard near Auckland’s Outboard Boating Club
A man has died after falling from a boat near the Outboard Boating Club area of Tāmaki Drive, Parnell, on Sunday afternoon
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2025 NZ Marine Industry Conference to spark ideas and chart fresh courses
From electric ferries to ocean racing dreams, Tauranga hosts three days of bold thinking and open conversation
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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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Peter Lester: sailor, coach, commentator – a true voice of New Zealand sailing
Sailing has lost one of its finest. Peter Lester – world-class sailor, Olympic coach, and one of the most respected voices in the sport – died on Frid...
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Dufour 44 — Smart design, big comfort
The Dufour 44 delivers comfort, versatility, and style, appealing to cruisers and racers alike with thoughtful design and flexible layout options.
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Garmin’s Descent S1 Smart Buoy redefines dive safety
Garmin’s new Descent S1 Smart Buoy delivers real-time tracking, diver-to-surface messaging, and enhanced safety for recreational, commercial, and trai...
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Be among the first to see the Lagoon EIGHTY 2 – on 36° Brokers
Discover the Lagoon EIGHTY 2 at Cannes 2025. Luxury, innovation, and complimentary tickets from 36° Brokers—register now to secure yours.
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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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Sanlorenzo SL110A to debut at Cannes
Explore the Sanlorenzo SL110A yacht — a 33.5m asymmetric design offering smart space, comfort, and strong connection to the sea.
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First Azimut Grande 30M launched in Viareggio
New model to debut publicly at Cannes, marks first design pairing between Mancini and m2atelier
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Rayglass reimagines the Protector: introducing the 330 Targa R edition
A new look for a proven performer
Rayglass has launched a bold evolution of its iconic Protector line with the 330 Targa R edition, a m...
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Boatgear launches into a new era
The rebrand from Tenob to Boatgear signals a bold new chapter for one of New Zealand’s most trusted marine suppliers—without losing sight of its roots...
Pacific Rim Marine Surveys Ltd
Being both a boat builder and sailor gives Marine Surveyor James Newcombe a distinct advantage when it comes to understanding what to look for when conducting Pre Purchase Inspections, Surveys and Pr...
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