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Foil.One Pegasus and the rethink of one person boating
Vintage racecar styling meets modern carbon fibre construction
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Incoming marine weather: unsettled seas building from the north
A humid northeasterly flow and a series of fast-moving fronts will bring rough seas, strengthening w...
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Geomagnetic space storm lights southern skies — and shakes up satellites, comms, and the power grid
The skies will be beautiful — but the consequences for utilities could be significant.
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Solar power afloat: From DIY dreams to plug-and-play reality
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How modern marine solar panels are transforming onboard energy — from experimental pioneers like Sai...
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Palm Beach XI: bold new chapter for a racing legend
Mark Richards and his team unveil transformative upgrades ahead of the 2025 Rolex Sydney Hobart Race...
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Severe thunderstorm watch for Upper North Island
Heavy rain and thunderstorms expected this afternoon and evening.
MetService has issued a s...
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1934 Classic Arch Logan ‘Little Jim’
Some boats feel alive the moment you step aboard. Little Jim does.
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FNZ proposes continued exemption for returning spiny dogfish at sea
A new Fisheries New Zealand review supports keeping the rule allowing fishers to return spiny dogfis...
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Sarah Psaila: “Everyone deserves to come home”
Meet Sarah Psaila, the Coastguard skipper inspiring confidence and safety on New Zealand waters.
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Marine Pest of the Week – Asian Paddle Crab (Charybdis japonica)
The Asian Paddle Crab is in some parts of New Zealand we don't want it to spread.
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Raymarine brings innovation to the Sydney International Boat Show
The 2025 Sydney International Boat Show promises four days of on-water innovation at Darling Harbour...
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Packrafting New Zealand
If you’ve ever stood at the end of a tramp and thought, “I could float that,” you already understand...
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Light and lustre: LED upgrades and brightwork revival
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LEDs boost safety and efficiency, while well-kept timber adds warmth, pride, and timeless appeal to ...
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Buoy-Boy makes waves for summer boating safety
Buoy-Boy brings boating safety to life, reminding Kiwis that most accidents happen close to shore.
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The private pursuit: Talisman and the Maritimo M75 redefine what freedom feels like
The art of freedom
Some yachts are built for speed. Others for status. The Maritimo M75...
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We All Play a Part: Water Safety New Zealand encourages collaboration and participation for Water Sa...
As summer begins, Water Safety Month calls Kiwis to action: stay vigilant and help prevent drownings...
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When the rivers run high
After that big mid-October snow dump, the melt is finally working its way down the valleys, and a lo...
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Fidelis, the classic 61′ racer cruiser
There are many stories about trans-Tasman rivalry in all fields of sport. From netball to rugby, fro...
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Mahurangi oyster farmers despair at Watercare’s biggest sewage spill yet
Auckland oyster farmers are furious after what is believed to be the biggest wastewater spill into t...
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Adventure fishing: Andrew Hill’s top tips for PWC fishing
PWCs are increasingly used for recreational fishing in saltwater and freshwater.
PWC (personal wa...
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Maintenance tips for your boat
As peak boating season approaches and the weather warms up, we all look forward to leisurely days on...
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Reading the river: Canterbury’s live flow data for boaties
We’ve all watched the jaw-dropping jet-boating adventures of Ollie Sharpe on Instagram (@olliesjetbo...
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The Beast: a boatie’s analysis of the sale of Michael Hill’s expedition icon
Built in New Zealand and trophy-worthy, the 39 m twin-hull explorer The Beast now heads to market — ...
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Get Ready for Summer: from gumboots to sea boots
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If it weren’t for your gumboots, where would you be?
Footing it safely from Catalina Bay to the C...
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New large berth marina in Whitianga – with house attached! Mariners Quarters
Hopper Developments launches New Zealand’s first freehold marina-ownership model — reshaping coastal...
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Govt pledges $6m in landmark effort to rejuvenate Hauraki Gulf
The Government has committed a $6 million investment towards a wider initiative it describes as "the...
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Two surfboards, one sea: how the Tasman carries its stories
Two surfboards, lost seven years apart, both slipped away from Tasmania’s rugged coast. One washed a...
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Awlgrip and the art of restoration
From backyard beginnings to global renown, Metan Marine’s story is one of craftsmanship, grit, and a...
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Updated haulout directory released for 2025–26
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Plan ahead for haulout season — 50+ approved facilities listed from Northland to Bluff
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PIC Coastal Classic Weather and Tactics Clinic: PredictWind routing allows for strategy and schedule...
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With less than three days to go before the start of the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic, early weather fore...
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Rare blue whale sighting in Akaroa Harbour (Whale video + Audio interview)
A blue whale has been spotted in Akaroa Harbour for the first time in several years.
Passengers o...
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Half of New Zealanders are on the water – but there’s no national record of our boats
Despite having the world's highest boat ownership per capita, 1.6 million vessels are impossible to ...
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Hauraki marine protection law creates ‘dangerous precedent’ – recreational fishers...
The new Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act - which comes into force from this weekend...
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The Yacht Sales Co. to host 2025 Gold Coast open day
Boating enthusiasts are invited to experience one of Australia’s largest showcases of pre-owned ya...
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Rob Hewitt urges Kiwi dads to rethink water safety
Rob Hewitt’s message is simple: lifejackets are for everyone — kids and Dad.
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Small engines, big difference: keeping your outboard happy this summer
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A boatie’s guide to simple outboard maintenance
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Safety starts on shore: getting ready for the season ahead
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Good preparation keeps you safe at sea. Lessons from the PIC Coastal Classic Boat Prep and Safety Cl...
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Family Boats Pauanui joins Yamaha with a grand opening celebration
Family Boats Pauanui celebrates its new Yamaha dealership with a Labour Weekend grand opening, givea...
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Dibley Picnic Boats: Kiwi design with a classic twist
A Kiwi twist on the Picnic Boat — Dibley’s designs blend classic style, modern performance, and effo...
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For over six decades, Douglas B Foote Ltd (DBF) has been a trusted name in precision engineering, providing high-performance marine hydraulic solutions to boatbuilders, shipyards, and marine operators...
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Treadway Ltd is a 100% family owned and operated business based in Whangarei, New Zealand. Established in 1976 Treadway Ltd is an importer, distributor and manufacturer of trailer components, wheels, rims, and tyres. It’s what we love.
We’ve been in business for over 40 years and have a lot of industry knowledge and experience, some of it handed down through the family, and some of it from hiring knowledgeable and enthusiastic people. Our customers consider us specialists in our field. We li...
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