Coastguard News

Injured sailor rescued off Pukerua Bay, yacht lost to rough seas

A dramatic rescue unfolded off Pukerua Bay on Saturday (March 1) when Coastguard Mana responded to reports of a stricken yacht, ultimately saving an i...

2 weeks ago

Coastguard News

Four flown to hospital after jetboat crash on Whanganui River

Four people were flown to hospital after two jetboats crashed on the Whanganui River on Saturday. Police said they were called to the accident, som...

2 weeks ago

Coastguard News

Missing jetskier in Cook Strait: Rough seas and a widespread search

A jetski without its driver was discovered at Cook Rock, off the top of New Zealand’s South Island, in a case that has drawn a widespread search effor...

1 month ago

Coastguard News

Body of Missing Jetskier Recovered from Lake Taupō

The Police Dive Squad has recovered the body of the jetskier reported missing on Lake Taupō near Nukuhau / Acacia Bay. The recovery marks the conclusi...

2 months ago

Coastguard News

Search Underway After Jetski Incident on Lake Taupō

Taupō Police and emergency services are conducting a search operation following a distress call regarding a jetski incident on Lake Taupō near Acacia ...

2 months ago

Coastguard News

Coastguard volunteers in action over the festive season

The holiday season is one of the busiest times for Coastguard New Zealand, and the period from 23 December 2024 to 3 January 2025 was no exception.

2 months ago

GJ Gardnery Whangamata Coastguard Rescue Boat. Photo credit: Coastguard Whangamata

Coastguard News

Coastguard Stresses Safety after a busy day on the water

The festive season is in full swing, and Hawke's Bay Coastguard has already had a busy start, rescuing two vessels in need of assistance yesterday. T...

3 months ago

Coastguard News

Coastguard heroes: A December to remember

While many Kiwis celebrated Christmas and the lead-up to it with festive cheer, Coastguard volunteers across New Zealand were busy ensuring the safety...

3 months ago

Coastguard News

Three rescued after dramatic capsize on Hokianga Bar

Three men are lucky to be alive after their boat capsized on the treacherous Hokianga River bar on Sunday morning.

3 months ago

Coastguard News

Swift rescue off Raglan Bar saves three lives

Quick responses from Surf Lifesavers and Coastguard Raglan volunteers led to the successful rescue of three individuals after their boat capsized on t...

3 months ago

Coastguard News

An interesting look inside Coastguard Hawke’s Bay one of New Zealand’s busiest Coastguar...

On the evening of Wednesday, 27th November, Coastguard Hawke’s Bay responded to a call for assistance from a vessel experiencing mechanical issues nea...

4 months ago

Coastguard News

Too-Close-A-Call on the Water: Why Coastguard Membership is a Must-Have

The other week, we found ourselves in a situation every boatie dreads—our 50-foot yacht's motor failed. We were just 20 metres from the marina entranc...

4 months ago

Coastguard News

Successful Night-Time Rescue by Coastguard Tutukaka

In the early hours of this morning, Coastguard Tutukaka volunteers once again demonstrated their dedication and swift response, bringing a safe resolu...

5 months ago

Coastguard News

Celebrating the Heroes of the Water: NZ Coastguard 2024 Volunteer Awards of Excellence

In a year marked by extraordinary challenges and heroic efforts, Coastguard New Zealand has once again shone a light on the volunteers who dedicate th...

5 months ago

Coastguard News

Fatal Water Incident On Manakau Bar

At 9:39am today (20 Oct 2024) the Coastguard Operations Centre was alerted to a vessel capsizing on the Manukau Bar. Waiuku Coastgu...

5 months ago

Coastguard News

Incident at Kawhia Bar – 7 souls Rescued

Seven men have been rescued after their boat overturned while crossing the Kawhia Bar in Waikato yesterday evening. A rescure operation invol...

5 months ago

Rotorua Lakes Coastguard Provide Key Safety Tips After Rescuing Two Waka Ama Paddlers Near Mokoia Island

Coastguard News

Coastguard New Zealand Warn Non-Motorised Watercraft Users To Be Careful After Seven People Rescued ...

Yesterday's rescue by Rotorua Lakes Coastguard marks the third rescue involving non-motorised watercraft in recent days, highlighting a growing concer...

5 months ago

Coastguard News

Rotorua Lakes Coastguard Provide Key Safety Tips After Rescuing Two Waka Ama Paddlers Near Mokoia Is...

Yesterday (15 Oct 2024) Rotorua Lakes Coastguard volunteers responded swiftly to rescue two waka ama paddlers stranded near Mokoia Island.

5 months ago

Coastguard News

From Training to Action – A Day of Rescue Off the Coromandel Coast

A significant Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX) was planned for yesterday (Sat 12 Oct 2024) near Hot Water Beach in the Coromandel region of New Zeal...

5 months ago

Coastguard News

Training Put into Action by Coastguard Queenstown During Overnight Rescue

In the early hours of this morning, a well-coordinated rescue effort by Coastguard Queenstown, Police Land Search and Rescue, and two rescue helicopte...

5 months ago

Coastguard News

Coastguard Houhora in Daring Rescue Beyond North Cape

On the 29th of September, the Houhora Coastguard – New Zealand's northernmost rescue unit – embarked on a remarkable mission to assist an 18-metre yac...

5 months ago

Coastguard News

Coastguard Taranaki Earns Four Nominations in 2024 Coastguard New Zealand Volunteer Awards

Coastguard Taranaki’s unwavering dedication to maritime safety has been recognised in a remarkable way, with the unit securing four well-deserved nomi...

5 months ago

Boat World

Bar Awareness Seminar Roadshow

Harbour and river bar crossings are some of the most dangerous for Kiwi boaties with Coastguard volunteers attending multiple incidents, including fat...

5 months ago

Coastguard New Zealand Bar Safety Seminar Roadshow

Boating Safety Campaigns

New Zealand Coastguard: Nationwide Bar-Crossing Seminars Aim to Save Lives

Get Smart. Attend a Coastguard New Zealand's Bar Safety Roadshow, aimed to prevent further tragedies by educating the public through seminars.

6 months ago

Coastguard News

OXE for Coastguard

The OXE Diesels are based around automotive diesel engines from BMW’s 5-Series, which means easy access to service and spare parts

2 years ago

Boat Brief

More Coastguard action, fewer boating incidents!

Tower and Coastguard calls for support from local communities to keep our waters safe.

3 years ago

Boat Brief

Battery failures concern Coastguard

You should ensure your battery is powerful enough for all the gear you intend to run off it and if you have added something since your last outing, ma...

3 years ago

Boat Business

COASTGUARD & TOWER JOIN FORCES

COASTGUARD AND ITS NEW PARTNER TOWER are calling on all boaties to get prepared for a safe summer. After another year of lockdowns, both organisations...

3 years ago

Boat Business

EMEE IMPROVES BLUFF COASTGUARD BOAT

AFTER YEARS of unreliable engine speed control on the 37-knot Bluff Coast Guard rescue vessel, Emee NZ Ltd was consulted to recommend an improved, rel...

3 years ago

Coastguard News

Godfather of Coastguard

Alan Haddock’s one of those quiet, self-effacing chaps who’s worked tirelessly behind the scenes at Coastguard for decades helping others. His main c...

6 years ago

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NZ Events Worth Adding to Your Calendar

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FISHING

Hook Me Up Fishing Competition - Matakana vs Hillside, 7 Mar 2025 in Whakatane

The Kubota Billfish Classic, 12 - 15 Mar 2025 in Mercury Bay, Whitianga

ITM Fishing Competition, 13 - 16 Mar 2025 in Whangaroa

NZ Lure Masters (Catch, Measure and Release competition), 3 & 4 Oct 2025, New Zealand wide

REGATTAS

Toyota Youth International Match Racing Cup, 26 Feb - 4 Mar 2025 in Auckland

PIC Harbour Classic, 28 Feb - 1 Mar 2025 in Auckland

Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race 2025, starting 11 Oct 2025 TBC from Sydney Harbour

PIC Insurance Brokers Coastal Classic, 24 Oct 2025 TBC from Auckland to Russell

Rolex Sydney to Hobart, 26 Dec 2025 starts in Sydney, Australia

HYDRO THUNDER

Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Lake Rotoiti, 8 - 9 Mar 2025 at Nelson Lakes

Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Lake Twizel, 29 - 30 Mar 2025 at Twizel

JET BOAT RACING

2024/25 NZ Jetsprint Championship R4, 23 Feb 2025 at Wanganui

2025 NZ Marathon Coast-to-Coast, 16 to 25 Mar 2025 starting at Greymouth ad finishing at Christchurch

WATERSPORTS

IWWF University Nationals (waterskiing), 26 February to 2 March Orakei Basin, Auckland

MEET UPS

Bay of Plenty Trailer Yacht Cruising Rally, Easter 2025 at Lake Rotoiti, BOP

SHOWS

Moana Auckland - New Zealand's Ocean Festival, 27 Jan to 9 Mar 2025 in Auckland

Auckland Boat Show, 6 - 9 Mar 2025 to be held at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland

The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, 15-18 May 2025 to be held at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland

NZ Boat, Fish and Dive Show, 30 & 31 Aug 2025 to be held at Mystery Creek Events Centre, Waipa

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Four flown to hospital after jetboat crash on Whanganui River

Missing jetskier in Cook Strait: Rough seas and a widespread search

Body of Missing Jetskier Recovered from Lake Taupō

Search Underway After Jetski Incident on Lake Taupō

Coastguard volunteers in action over the festive season

Coastguard Stresses Safety after a busy day on the water

Coastguard heroes: A December to remember

Three rescued after dramatic capsize on Hokianga Bar

Swift rescue off Raglan Bar saves three lives

Too-Close-A-Call on the Water: Why Coastguard Membership is a Must-Have

Successful Night-Time Rescue by Coastguard Tutukaka

Celebrating the Heroes of the Water: NZ Coastguard 2024 Volunteer Awards of Excellence

Fatal Water Incident On Manakau Bar

Incident at Kawhia Bar – 7 souls Rescued

From Training to Action – A Day of Rescue Off the Coromandel Coast

Training Put into Action by Coastguard Queenstown During Overnight Rescue

Coastguard Houhora in Daring Rescue Beyond North Cape

Coastguard Taranaki Earns Four Nominations in 2024 Coastguard New Zealand Volunteer Awards

Bar Awareness Seminar Roadshow

New Zealand Coastguard: Nationwide Bar-Crossing Seminars Aim to Save Lives

OXE for Coastguard

More Coastguard action, fewer boating incidents!

Battery failures concern Coastguard

COASTGUARD & TOWER JOIN FORCES

EMEE IMPROVES BLUFF COASTGUARD BOAT

Godfather of Coastguard