Boating Clubs & Associations

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At the helm: Steve Armitage charts a new course for Yachting New Zealand
After fourteen years under David Abercrombie, Yachting NZ welcomes a new skipper at the tiller – one...

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RNZYS opens 154th season with sunshine, sails and a cannon’s roar
RNZYS opened its 154th season with cannon fire, boat parades, racing, and more than 400 visitors enj...

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125 years of Ponsonby Cruising Club: Auckland’s mullet boats and maritime heart
Ponsonby Cruising Club celebrates 125 years of mullet boats, Lipton Cup tradition, and Auckland sail...

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Steve Armitage appointed new CEO of Yachting NZ
Yachting New Zealand has today announced the appointment of Steve Armitage as its new chief execut...

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Nominations open for 2025 Barfoot & Thompson Yachting Excellence Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2025 Barfoot & Thompson Yachting Excellence Awards - the much-...

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A steady hand at the helm: David Abercrombie retires from Yachting New Zealand
After nearly 15 years steering the course of sailing in Aotearoa, David Abercrombie will officially...

Farewell to a legend: Bill Goodwin’s incredible legacy in surf lifesaving
Bill Goodwin, until recently New Zealand’s oldest active surf lifeguard, has passed away at the age ...

Honouring a Sailor’s Legacy: Remembering Mark Gibbs
The sailing community is mourning the loss of Mark Gibbs, a past Commodore and inspirational sailor ...

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Freedom Boat Club Announces its New Zealand Expansion with Multiple Locations Launching through 2025...
Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club operator and a business within Brunswick Corporatio...

Lake Brunner Classic Boats Get Together: A Celebration of Maritime Heritage
Every year, boating enthusiasts gather for the Lake Brunner Classic Boats Get Together, an annual ev...

Buckland’s Beach Yacht Club to Celebrate Its 75th Anniversary in True Regatta Style
The Buckland Beach Yacht Club (BBYC) is marking a momentous milestone this year as it celebrates its...

Nelson Yacht Club Launches Fundraising Campaign to Earthquake-Proof Historic Buildings
Nelson, New Zealand – The Nelson Yacht Club, one of New Zealand’s oldest and most iconic sailing ins...

Māpua Boat Ramp Project Hits Rough Waters Amid Community Concerns
The ambitious Mapua Boat Ramp project, designed to enhance local maritime access and facilities, has...












