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U-turn on fish sizes not enough for some
Advocacy groups are supporting the government's U-turn on minimum size limits for commercial fishers...
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Weather Thursday 26/03 AM: Severe weather warning for boaties across New Zealand
Heavy rain, gale-force winds, and dangerous swell conditions set to impact the entire country today
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Winston Peters backs down on snapper size limit proposal
Government signals rethink after strong response from recreational fishers over proposed commercial ...
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Vehicle to grid technology could transform electric boating
A recent US demonstration has confirmed the real-world potential of vehicle to home and vehicle to g...
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Elvene unveils high-performance solar electric boat AMY at Nice Boating Tomorrow
Finnish boatbuilder Elvene has unveiled its latest solar electric vessel, AMY, at Nice Boating Tomor...
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Ban on harvesting marine life from rockpools goes into force
Ban on harvesting marine life from rockpools comes into force
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Hauraki Gulf fisheries closure confirmed: rockpool harvest banned for two years
From 12 March 2026, parts of Ōmaha Bay, Kawau Bay and Whangaparāoa go off limits for shellfish and s...
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Aotearoa Ocean Racing links offshore sailing with marine restoration in New Zealand
An offshore racing team with global ambitions has partnered with a New Zealand based ocean charity, ...
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Raymarine on board to help map 100% of world’s ocean floor
Raymarine has entered a strategic collaboration with The Nippon Foundation and GEBCO (General Bathym...
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Commercial fishers pelagic shark landing rules open for public submissions
Fisheries New Zealand is consulting on whether to retain a long-standing exception that allows comme...
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Maritime Law: Cable Protection Zones and Marine Protected Areas
Recreational boaters regularly stray into marine restricted areas, for which the penalties can be ha...
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Red rain warning issued for Coromandel Peninsula as severe weather sets in
People across the Coromandel Peninsula were shocked this morning by a direct Civil Defence alert as ...
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Feisty Westland petrel defies the odds
Defying the odds in a country where 90% of seabirds face extinction, the resilient Westland petrel t...
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Fisheries NZ investigating report of illegal fish dumping
The spearfisher who discovered a number of dead fish near Great Barrier Island says there needs to b...
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Two global logistics heavyweights move ocean freight toward lower emissions
An agreement between a cargo organiser and a ship operator shows how shipping is cutting emissions w...
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Pure Salt named Sustainability Leader of the Year semi finalist for Fiordland conservation
The Fiordland based operators behind Pure Salt are recognised for long running conservation work in ...
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Boat spotted fishing in marine reserve
A boat has been seen fishing in a marine reserve off the coast of the Abel Tasman National Park as n...
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Another Mahurangi spill raises serious questions for Watercare
Second overflow in just over a month leaves harbour users frustrated and oyster farmers angry and fi...
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Aotearoa Ocean Racing and KiwiFibre Partner will Pioneer Harakeke based Composites in The Ocean Race...
As Aotearoa Ocean Racing builds toward the next Ocean Race, a new partnership with KiwiFibre puts re...
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Hauraki Gulf fisheries decline: why one man says the system must change
Veteran skipper and fisheries advisor Barry Torkington explains how the Gulf unraveled, and what it ...
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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 Sai...
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Ngāti Wheke propose drop in fishing quota in Lyttelton Harbour
Proposed bylaws for Rāpaki and Whakaraupō mātaitai reserves aim to protect kaimoana and restore bala...
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Proposed Puketeraki mātaitai reserve near Dunedin open for Fisheries submissions
Fisheries New Zealand is inviting public feedback on a proposal to establish the Puketeraki mātaitai...
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Rolls-Royce tests world’s first pure methanol marine engine
Breakthrough marks major step towards CO₂-neutral propulsion at sea
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Wave of support for restricting commercial fishing in Coromandel
Locals, business leaders and interest groups unite against destructive fishing methods
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Why wait?
Every year I attend major boat industry trade events like METSTRADE and technology showcases like CE...
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Gustave Trouvé Awards 2025: the rise of electric boating
The Gussies return for 2025, honouring innovation in electric boating with diverse global nominees a...
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Methanol and hydrogen yacht engines face infrastructure delays
Yacht builders have methanol and hydrogen engines ready, but fuel infrastructure remains years behin...
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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...
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Lucietta: Venice’s first electric water taxi leads a quiet revolution
In a city built on water, the hum of diesel engines has long been part of Venice’s daily soundtrack....
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Monaco Energy Boat Challenge 2025: Engineering change at sea
The 12th edition of the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge proved that clean, capable propulsion isn’t jus...
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Porsche-powered electric boat, the 850 Fantom, breaks Monaco speed record
With a drivetrain from the Porsche Macan Turbo and a hull from Austrian builder Frauscher, the 850 F...
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Singapore launches first 100% biodiesel harbour ship with Weichai power
The President 100 begins 1,000-hour trial to test B100 biodiesel viability in real-world port condit...
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Rising quietly: Inside Vessev’s hydrofoiling revolution
From a bustling boatyard on Auckland’s waterfront to a silent, airborne glide across the Waitematā H...
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HVO: New fuel for yachts
The yachting industry knows it is important to begin phasing out traditional fossil diesel fuel.
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Cruise vessel subs facilitate marine exploration
Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, these submarines can dive to depths of 300 meters.
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Flying on water: our first ride – Vessev’s VS–9 foiling electric craft
A quiet lift, a steady glide, and a new standard for marine mobility—our harbour test of Vessev’s ne...
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Anchoring ban around Little Barrier Island as biosecurity rules tighten
Boaties are being warned to steer clear of anchoring anywhere near Hauturu / Little Barrier Island, ...
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Mumbai bets big on flying electric ferries to tackle congestion
Mumbai, one of the world’s most congested cities, is turning to the sea—and cutting-edge Swedish tec...
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