Safety
Nigel Richards: Boating safety at sea depends on every crew member, not just the Person in Charge
By Nigel RichardsToo often, when incidents happen at sea, attention lands almost entirely on the skipper or Person...
3 June 2026
Nigel Richards: Safety at sea depends on every crew member, not just the Person in Charge
By Nigel RichardsToo often, when incidents happen at sea, attention lands almost entirely on the skipper or Person...
3 June 2026
Waikato River rescue network takes shape as Cambridge brigade weighs options
Volunteer firefighters along the Waikato River are edging toward a coordinated regional water rescue capability, with Cambridge now...
10 May 2026
Maritime NZ Certification
As the Pacific sailing season is approaching, Maritime NZ is reminding anyone intending to take a recreational craft...
28 April 2026
Tauranga fires highlight ongoing risks for boaties
Two incidents in just over a year reinforce the need for vigilance around onboard systems. Two fires in...
23 March 2026
Politicians divided over whether boating rules are fit for purpose
Two lawmakers have expressed different views on whether New Zealand’s boating rules are fit for purpose, but the...
14 December 2025
A national lifejacket law: why now is the time to act
Water Safety NZ and Coastguard say the law needs to go further if New Zealand wants to save...
5 December 2025
Sarah Psaila: “Everyone deserves to come home”
Meet Sarah Psaila, the Coastguard skipper inspiring confidence and safety on New Zealand waters.
6 November 2025
Buoy-Boy makes waves for summer boating safety
Buoy-Boy brings boating safety to life, reminding Kiwis that most accidents happen close to shore.
4 November 2025
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