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Search scaled back for missing Pataua South fisherman
Police have scaled back the search for the missing fisherman off Pataua South as the operation moves into a new phase, four days after t...
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Update: Search for missing Pataua South fisherman resumes with Navy support
A large-scale search for a missing fisherman off Pataua South resumed at first light this morning, now strengthened by support from the Royal New Zeal...
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Lunatic: the Marco 700 Souwester built to roam
A custom Marco 700 Souwester transformed into a serious offshore expedition boat built for deep water missions.
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Missing boatie search to continue tomorrow
Police have put out a statement this evening, the search has ended for today and will restart tomorrow.
Police will resume their search tomor...
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Air and Sea search continues after overdue boat found off Whangārei
One person confirmed dead as the search for the remaining missing continues along Northland’s coast.
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Developing: Search resumes for missing fisherman off Whangārei coast at Pataua South
Tues 18 Nov, 16:20
Police have scaled back the search for the missing Pataua South fisherman after four days of extensive sea, air and ...
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Search resumes for missing fisherman off Whangārei coast at Pataua South
Search crews are resuming the search for a man believed to be missing in the sea in Northland.
The man was one of two people on a boat that was rep...
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Missing Whangārei boat found with crew members missing
Police have confirmed a body was found during the search for an overdue boat in Northland, which went missing on Friday night with two people onboard....
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ZeroJet and Pochon electrify French waters
ZeroJet, a pioneering New Zealand company, has announced a new partnership with Pochon, a leading French marine equipment distributor. Pochon will bec...
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Naiad production in USA
The Whiskey Project Group (TWPG), a global leader in high-performance watercraft design and manufacturing, has opened a new manufacturing facility in ...
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Freedom Boat Club Christchurch and Freedom local
Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club, is expanding in New Zealand with a new location at Te Ana Marina in Lyttelton, Christchurch. This ex...
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New head for Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta has appointed Hanna Ljungqvist as Head of the Volvo Penta Marine Business and a member of the Volvo Penta Executive Group, effective Octob...
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Sargo 45 Explorer arrives in New Zealand
Finland’s all-season flagship sets a new standard for Kiwi adventure boating.
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Coastguard responds to late-night Mahurangi callout
Quick thinking, teamwork and a helpful kayaker prevent a marine emergency from escalating.
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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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Rayglass Boats completes first 380 Wide Body Protector at new Takanini facility
Milestone marks a new era of in-house manufacturing and innovation for the Kiwi boatbuilder.
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Evo Yachts, expanding south
Evo Yachts partners with Boatology to bring Italian innovation and style to New Zealand and Australian waters.
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Saxdor yachts’ AI-powered co-skipper
Saxdor Yachts introduces Saxdor AI, an innovative AI-driven co-skipper platform integrated into the MySaxdor app, designed to enhance the boating expe...
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Hayden Whitburn joins Kiwi Yachting
From sails to sales – a lifelong sailor strengthens Kiwi Yachting’s national reach.
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Momentum electric outboard for New Zealand
Momentum Electric Marine’s advanced M10 electric outboard motor has arrived in New Zealand, distributed by ONEDesigns.XYZ. This lightweight, high-perf...
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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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Swift community response helps save four after Raglan bar capsize
Four rescued after a Raglan Bar capsize thanks to swift Coastguard and community action.
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Eagle to the rescue: two lucky escapes on Auckland waters
Police helicopter crews race to save boaties and a diver in back-to-back weekend rescues
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New large berth marina in Whitianga – with house attached! Mariners Quarters
Hopper Developments launches New Zealand’s first freehold marina-ownership model — reshaping coastal living for Kiwi boaties.
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Ferry returns to Coromandel Town
The Auckland to Coromandel ferry is back on the water; and for locals, it’s more than a service; it’s a symbol of reconnection. After years of effort ...
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Early morning yacht rescue in Cook Strait
An early morning yacht rescue unfolded in Cook Strait over Labour Weekend after a distress beacon alerted authorities to a vessel taking on water. Aro...
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Familiar face leads new era at Extreme Boats
A changing tide for a Kiwi boatbuilding icon
Whakatāne-based Extreme Boats has announced a major change in ownership, marking the start of what it ca...
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Waiheke Island ferry catches fire
Passengers on board a Waiheke Island ferry have been safely rescued after the boat caught fire in Auckland's Hauraki Gulf.
Police say they were not...
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One dead after failing to return from crayfishing trip off Napier coast
One person is dead and another had to be rescued from the water after they failed to return from a crayfishing trip off the Napier coast this morning...
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One dead after water rescue at Port Waikato
A person has died in hospital following a water rescue near Port Waikato after a boat overturned on Saturday.
Police confirmed the death, say...
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Fin Chaser’s first voyage turns heroic: Amphibious boat aids in sea rescue off Mahurangi West
A Fin Chaser 600 CA’s first outing turns into a daring sea rescue off Mahurangi West.
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Three in hospital after boat overturns at Port Waikato
Three people have been taken to hospital after a boat overturned at Port Waikato
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Jet boat heroes: locals to the rescue near Taumarunui
We don’t know who they are, but taking a jet boat into floodwaters to save others shows real courage and skill.
When floodwaters rose faster than hel...
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The Superyacht Social – Auckland 2025
Agents by Catalano and Pantaenius Yacht Insurance are delighted to host The Superyacht Social – Auckland 2025.
Curated for crew, captains, and owne...
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Volvo dealers celebrated
September 23rd saw all of New Zealand’s Volvo Penta dealers gather in Tauranga for their annual conference and dealer awards celebrations.
Kaikour...
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HamiltonJet expands production capacity in Christchurch to serve global markets
Monday 13 October 2025 – HamiltonJet, the global leader in innovative marine propulsion technology, opened its new 7,500sqm factory in Christchurch to...
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Sea Ray SPX series showcased at Sports Marine
Sports Marine spotlights Sea Ray’s SPX 190 and SPX 210 — bowriders shaped for Kiwi summer adventures.
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FPT network expanding
Eastern Marine joins the FPT dealer network, bringing top-tier service and expertise to Pine Harbour.
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