Events & Gatherings
Whangaroa Cruising Race and Rally returns for ANZAC weekend adventure
A relaxed coastal run or a competitive race north, one of the Bay’s favourite ANZAC weekend events returns.
The Bay of Isl...
Saucy Jane and the birth of the modern jet boat
Expect tall stories, old engines, and the kind of river craft that make you pause for a closer look.
The little boat that ch...
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 enjoying a full day of saili...
Lake Tarawera retro boats gathering set for another sell-out success
Lake Tarawera Retro Boats Gathering returns in November, a sell-out event celebrating classic craft, scenic cruising, and boa...
Chillin’ in Taupō: retro boats make waves
Early starts for a big day
For many, Saturday's Chillin’ in Taupō began in the dark. Some had towed down the night before, w...
Chillin’ in Taupō: NZ Retro Boats mid-winter meet-up
Scheduled for Saturday 23 August, the latest NZ Retro Boats event—titled Chillin’ in Taupō—will see a convoy of classic fibre...
Winter cruising in style – RNZYS Motor Yacht Rally Series underway
Held on Saturday 31 May, Rally #1 kicked off the series with a strong turnout and an easy-going start. Six launches departed ...
Chicks take the helm: A practical day on the water for women
Confidence, skills and connection — all in one relaxed boating experience.
Food for thought: Looking ahead to World Boating Day and what it could mean for New Zealand
On May 24, 2025, the global boating community came together for the second World Boating Day.
Foil4TheGulf becomes New Zealand’s largest foiling event
With over 200 entrants the Black Foils and Live Ocean’s event “Foil4TheGulf” to raise awareness for the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa...
Foil4TheGulf: Why boaters should learn more about the Bill behind New Zealand’s biggest foiling even...
On 24 May 2025, foilers from across Aotearoa will gather at The Royal Akarana Yacht Club for Foil4TheGulf, New Zealand’s larg...
Jet Boating NZ’s ‘bring-your-own-jet-boat’ Bridge to Nowhere weekend: Where history meet...
Tucked away in the remote reaches of the Whanganui River lies one of Aotearoa’s most evocative backcountry landmarks: the Bri...
Tribute evening for Kiwi yacht designer Paul Whiting
A public tribute evening honouring one of New Zealand’s most influential yacht designers, Paul Whiting, will be held at the P...
Experience the StabiX 205SC in action – Demo Day on the Waitematā
Tuesday 20 May, 10am–2pm | Central Auckland | Registration essential
If you’ve been curious about the performance of the n...
North Sails brings two of NZ’s best to RNZYS May 6 Speaker Night
Sailors, racers and yachties — the next Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron Speaker Night is one you won’t want to miss. On this...
Superb conditions for the 2025 Perpetual Guardian Classic Yacht Regatta
The 2025 Perpetual Guardian Classic Yacht Regatta, hosted by Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, saw a fleet of 20 of New Zeala...
Historic rivalry rekindled at 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival
But what occurred back in the 1930s? Who won the race between Ngataki and Te Rapunga?
When the inaugural trans-Tasman race c...
Get ready for sun, snags and Sea Rays
Freedom Boat Club (FBC) is hosting an Open Day event at Sports Marine, Westhaven Marina, this Saturday, 5th April, from 9 am ...
#WaveForBoating campaign launches to celebrate World Boating Day!
Boating enthusiasts, industry leaders, crew members and water lovers around the world are coming together for the launch of #...
Get involved and share your boating passion on World Boating Day 2025
Let’s showcase the best of Kiwi boating culture and inspire more people to embrace the water.
Bay of Plenty Trailer Boat Cruising Rally (Easter 2025)
Have a trailer yacht? Join the Bay of Plenty Trailer Yacht Squadron for an Easter cruising rally on Lake Rotoiti.
Scott Coker executes a near-perfect start and finish to win Round 3 of the Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder S...
Lake Karapiro came alive this weekend with the thrilling spectacle of high-speed powerboat racing as the Lucas Oil Hydro Thun...
White Pointer boats celebrates 30 Years with Anniversary Fishing Competition
To honour its impressive 30th Anniversary milestone, White Pointer Boats hosted a fishing competition over the past few days ...
Empowering waves: Women set sail at Women on Water Weekend (WOWW)
Evolution Sails NZ Women on Water Weekend – WOWW is set to make waves once again as it returns from March 7 to 9 at the Gulf ...
National Haines Hunter Day 2025: A celebration of Kiwi boating excellence
The National Haines Hunter Day 2025 is shaping up to be an event not to be missed for boating enthusiasts and Haines Hunter o...
NZ Millennium Cup 2025: Racing, innovation, and Kiwi spirit
The New Zealand Millennium Cup is set to return from February 1st to 4th, 2025, promising another spectacular showcase of sup...
Auckland Anniversary Regatta’s keelboat passage races overshadowed by DNSs and DNFs
The Keelboat passages from Mahurangi and Rakino Island featured a high percentage of Did Not Starts and Did Not Finishes, lea...
Flojo one of the oldest boats has fastest time in the Keelboat Harbour Race
The Keelboat Harbour Race, one of the standout events of the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, began at noon, showcasing a f...
The Mayflower again wins line honours in the Tugboat Race at the 2025 Auckland Anniversary Regatta
Auckland’s Anniversary Day Regatta always brings a sense of energy and history to the Waitematā Harbour, and nothing embodies...
Sally Garret: at the helm of changing tides and winner of the SheSails Helm award
The second Yachting New Zealand & SheSails NZ Top Female Helm Trophy, this one for Open Racing, at the Bay of Islands Sai...
Lieutenant Emma Barry: A role model at the helm of Mako II and winner of the SheSails Helm award
Lieutenant Emma Barry of the British Royal Navy has captured the sailing world’s attention by earning the Yachting New Zealan...
Bumper Tugboat Fleet Race set to thrill at 185th Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta launch
Auckland’s 185th birthday celebrations on Monday, 27 January, will feature a spectacular tugboat race as part of the Auckland...
Discover the Auckland Boat Show 2025
The New Zealand boaties equivalent of the Big Day Out! Held annually at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour in the...
Riviera boaties set a festive record with stunning Swan River celebration
For Riviera motor yacht owners, the festive season is about celebrating life on the water. Last week, R Marine Perth, Riviera...
Fishing for connection: Skipperi and BigBuddyNZ transform lives through boating
In mid-November, a group of young boys from BigBuddyNZ had the opportunity of a lifetime—a day out on the water, learning the...
“Mr America’s Cup”, Veteran Sailor Jimmy Spithill, Announces Retirement Following ...
Australian sailing legend Jimmy Spithill has announced his retirement from competitive sailing after Luna Rossa’s defeat in t...
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 75th Anniversary.
