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Garmin unveils 360-degree sonar with revolutionary Spy Pole
New GT360UHD transducer and first-of-its-kind Spy Pole help anglers see underwater like never before...
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Pontoon boats and the electric shift
Vision Marine is betting on one of boating’s biggest global segments, but what does that mean for Ne...
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36 Degrees invites Beneteau and Lagoon owners to join Harbour Classic rally weekend
Auckland’s PIC Harbour Classic will provide the backdrop for two dedicated owner rallies, bringing t...
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2026 NZ Antique and Classic Boat Show weekend promises two days of action on and off the water
Visitors heading to the boat show this coming weekend, on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 March 2026, can ex...
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Virtual reality, smart tech, and new antifouling tools highlight marine pest fight at upcoming boat ...
Visitors to the 2026 Auckland Boat Show will be given a powerful reminder of what is at stake beneat...
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Premieres, and Kiwi debuts at the 2026 Auckland Boat Show
The Auckland Boat Show holds the proud distinction of being the southernmost on water boat show in t...
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Zaphira showcases Lloyd Stevenson Boatbuilders’ 26 years of Elite craftsmanship
Launched in June 2023, Zaphira stands as a striking expression of the design evolution and boatbuild...
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R Marine Flagship showcases two Riviera New Zealand debuts at the Auckland Boat Show
R Marine Flagship, the home of Riviera luxury motor yachts in New Zealand, will present an expanded ...
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NZ Antique and Classic Boat Show returns to Lake Rotoiti in March 2026
The NZ Antique and Classic Boat Show will return to Lake Rotoiti on 7 and 8 March 2026, bringing tog...
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Palm Beach 55 will showcased at Auckland Boat Show
The acclaimed Palm Beach 55 will be of interest to many at the upcoming Auckland Boat Show. Visitors...
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Deep dive into expert knowledge at 25th Auckland Boat Show
Boats, technology and new products may draw the crowds to the Auckland Boat Show which starts this T...
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CTEK launches RB Boosters for boats and vehicles
CTEK’s new RB 3000 and RB 4000 portable boosters are designed to ensure boaties and vehicle owners c...
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Stella Maris Motorsailer
A motorsailer offers the best virtues of both wind and powered boats. With a full sailing rig it's a...
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Electric propulsion exhibitors – Auckland Boat Show 2026
The Auckland Boat Show opens on 5 March 2026 with a focused group of electric marine exhibitors on d...
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New Zealand boatbuilding takes centre stage at the 25th Auckland Boat Show
Kiwi-built launches, serious offshore thinking and global brands line up for the Auckland Boat Show’...
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Glorious hydrodynamic relaxation
Lake Rotoiti in the Nelson Lakes National Park, framed by glacial slopes and native beech forest, co...
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Belle of the Bay
By the time Aucklander Kate Farrant turned 30 in September, her 1960s kauri ex-Fullers ferry, the Ba...
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Dickey Boats to showcase three models at the 2026 Auckland Boat Show
Dickey Boats will be showcasing three standout models at the 2026 Auckland Boat Show, and we’re plea...
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Global super yacht market in sustained value boom, with New Zealand reflecting the shift
The global yacht market has moved beyond short term recovery and into what can now be described as a...
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Moana Auckland to kick off with free Shoreline Social weekend by the water
Moana Auckland, New Zealand’s Ocean Festival returns at the end of February opening with Moana Auckl...
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Women in Marine to launch at the 25th Auckland Boat Show
The 25th edition of the Auckland Boat Show will open with a powerful new initiative, the inaugural W...
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Lady Rebecca and the surf born story of the Swampscott dory
If you walk past Lady Rebecca at the Auckland Wooden Boat Festival and assume she is just another pr...
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Grand Banks Yachts 54 at the 2026 Auckland Boat Show
Seventy years is no small milestone in boatbuilding. In that time, Grand Banks Yachts has built a re...
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Marine industry rebounds as 25th Auckland Boat Show expands to meet exhibitor demand
New Zealand’s marine industry is showing clear signs of recovery, with the 25th Auckland Boat Show e...
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Lucas Oil NZ Hydro Thunder, Masport Cup, and Matt Morrison Memorial Trophy all decided at Lake Karap...
Lake Karapiro has seen its share of drama in recent seasons. Last year’s centenary Masport Cup ended...
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The journey north: a Maritimo M50 adventure to Hamilton Island
The 550 nautical mile trip north to Hamilton Island from the Gold Coast wasn’t about getting there a...
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Vessev VS-9 trial underway in Queenstown Lakes district
The New Zealand-design and built electric hydrofoiling vessel is being evaluated as a future option ...
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Greenline 42 completed its world debut at boot Düsseldorf 2026
From Boat Business in the Boating New Zealand January 2026 edition.
The all-new Greenline 4...
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Boost the audio experience with JL Audio AP amplifiers from Garmin
Purpose built for life on the water and beyond, Garmin has announced the new JL Audio ...
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Oceanflo watermakers: a Kiwi-built answer to making fresh water properly at sea
Designed and built in New Zealand, Oceanflo watermakers are focused on efficiency, simplicity, and r...
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40hp shootout. Suzuki versus Mercury, two stroke vs four stroke outboard test
The FC 430 Tiller is one of Fin Chaser’s longest running and most popular models. First introduced i...
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Yamaha adds wireless control to Helm Master EX in New Zealand
Yamaha Marine New Zealand has expanded its Helm Master EX system in New Zealand with the release of ...
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Salvage operation begins to recover wrecked Black Cat tourist boat from Akaroa Harbour
A two-week salvage operation has begun to recover the wrecked Black Cat Cruises boat from Akaroa Har...
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Marcopolo Adventure Yachts debut MP10 and MP12 at boot Düsseldorf 2026
Marcopolo Adventure Yachts has completed its international debut at boot Düsseldorf 2026, unveiling ...
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Update on Black Cat Cruises vessel incident, Akaroa Harbour
On Saturday 31 January 2026, a 17-metre Black Cat Cruises passenger catamaran grounded near the entr...
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Aotearoa Ocean Racing links offshore sailing with marine restoration in New Zealand
An offshore racing team with global ambitions has partnered with a New Zealand based ocean charity, ...
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Remigo launches award-winning RemigoOne Neo electric outboard
Remigo has officially launched the RemigoOne Neo, a new-generation electric outboard that has alread...
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From niche to norm: multihulls emerge as a dominant force in global boating
Multihull boating has moved decisively from niche to mainstream, and in early 2026 the shift is no l...
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