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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 notified of the incident about 4pm Thursday afternoon...

2 days ago

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Waiheke Island ferry catches fire

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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...

21 October 2025

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Incidents on the water

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...

18 October 2025

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Incidents on the water

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.

18 October 2025

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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

18 October 2025

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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...

16 October 2025

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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...

15 October 2025

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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...

14 October 2025

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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...

13 October 2025

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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.

13 October 2025

Press Release

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FPT network expanding

Eastern Marine joins the FPT dealer network, bringing top-tier service and expertise to Pine Harbour.

7 October 2025

Press Release

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Scott Little : New sales manager for Ownaship

Ownaship appoints Scott Little as New Sales Manager, strengthening its Maritimo and Caribbean sales team.

7 October 2025

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‘The job hasn’t been completed’ – Manawanui wreck still causing concerns one...

The New Zealand government has paid the Samoan government $6 million in compensation following the sinking of HMNZS Manawanui.

7 October 2025

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Boating Clubs & Associations

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 who wants to connect, grow, and inspire the next ...

6 October 2025

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Innovations in Boat Design

Innovating to green the blue economy

Discover Maritime Innovations 2025 unites industry and innovators in Sydney to drive real progress on maritime decarbonisation across Australasia.

6 October 2025

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Incidents on the water

New Zealand pays Samoa $6m over grounding of HMNZS Manawanui

The government has paid $6 million in compensation to Samoa, to mark one year since the grounding and sinking of HMNZS Manawanui.

6 October 2025

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New Zealand News

DOC expects to make $1 million from paid parking trial at South Island tourist spots

The Department of Conservation expects to make $1 million from a paid car parking trial at two South Island tourist hotspots this summer, in a bid to ...

5 October 2025

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Brendon Cornes on retro boats and modern camaraderie

How a Facebook group has sparked a new community of classic boat enthusiasts across New Zealand.

4 October 2025

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Incidents on the water

NZ strikes compensation deal with Samoa over Manawanui sinking

New Zealand and Samoa have struck a deal over compensation for the Manawanui disaster, with an announcement expected imminently, RNZ understands. M...

4 October 2025

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Boat Brief

Amphibious freedom for any boat

The latest innovation from Tectrax is a game-changer: an autonomous, amphibious trailer system.

30 September 2025

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Boating Clubs & Associations

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 sailing and celebration.

27 September 2025

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Waiheke Island ferry catches fire

Waiheke Island ferry catches fire

One dead after failing to return from crayfishing trip off Napier coast

One dead after water rescue at Port Waikato

Fin Chaser’s first voyage turns heroic: Amphibious boat aids in sea rescue off Mahurangi West

Three in hospital after boat overturns at Port Waikato

Jet boat heroes: locals to the rescue near Taumarunui

The Superyacht Social – Auckland 2025

Volvo dealers celebrated

HamiltonJet expands production capacity in Christchurch to serve global markets

Sea Ray SPX series showcased at Sports Marine

FPT network expanding

Scott Little : New sales manager for Ownaship

‘The job hasn’t been completed’ – Manawanui wreck still causing concerns one...

At the helm: Steve Armitage charts a new course for Yachting New Zealand

Innovating to green the blue economy

New Zealand pays Samoa $6m over grounding of HMNZS Manawanui

DOC expects to make $1 million from paid parking trial at South Island tourist spots

Brendon Cornes on retro boats and modern camaraderie

NZ strikes compensation deal with Samoa over Manawanui sinking

Amphibious freedom for any boat

RNZYS opens 154th season with sunshine, sails and a cannon’s roar

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Volvo dealers celebrated

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Sea Ray SPX series showcased at Sports Marine

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Scott Little : New sales manager for Ownaship

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New Zealand pays Samoa $6m over grounding of HMNZS Manawanui

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RNZYS opens 154th season with sunshine, sails and a cannon’s roar