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Jack Guard and his Gipsy: Craft, character and coastal history
tep onboard Gipsy and you’re not just stepping into a boat – you’re stepping into a story.
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Respected, not conquered: Fishing New Zealand’s Wild West Coast
If you think fishing the West Coast is all about trophy catches and postcard views, think again. While the fishery off New Zealand’s rugged West Coast...
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Titan: the OceanGate disaster lifts the lid on deep-sea ambition and avoidable tragedy
A new Netflix documentary explores the ill-fated Titan sub expedition and the man behind it — Stockton Rush — in a sobering look at ambition unchecked...
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Strong winds and wintry blasts for King’s Birthday weekend
Boaties, bach-goers and road-trippers are being urged to keep a close eye on weather forecasts this King’s Birthday long weekend, with MetService pred...
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Oyster World Rally 2024–25: Sailing the world, living the dream
When 19 Oyster yachts sailed back into English Harbour, Antigua, in April 2025, they weren’t just completing a voyage—they were concluding a 16-month ...
The Yates family of the Far North and their Bailey & Lowe launches Part II: Tui Silver Bell
Joseph William (Joe) Conrad, who bought the bigger Tui (now Silver Bell) from Gus Yates in 1914, often used his Māori names,
Hohepa Kanara or Hohepa...
In the poo!
I want to highlight an issue we have with yachts and cruising vessels visiting Kawau Island.
Sewage discharge from vessels is polluting our waters ...
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Summary and Boating/Fishing Outlook: 22–26 May 2025
We woke to a stunning morning here in Whangamata, on the Coromandel Peninsula – sunshine, barely a breath of wind, and a gentle surf. Out on the water...
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A walkthrough of the Kingfisher 725 Hardtop: Built for serious adventure
Kingfisher Boats has released a fresh video walkthrough of the 725 Hardtop on YouTube, showcasing this 7.25-metre aluminium weapon in its full glory. ...
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KUUJJUAQ: A Marten 72 that blends speed, style, and sophistication
For anyone who believes that high-performance yachts must sacrifice comfort for speed, the Marten 72 KUUJJUAQ is a compelling contradiction
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Rayglass 3500 – 1/6 share
A rare opportunity has come up to secure a 1/6 share in one of the most sought-after vessels in the Ownaship fleet — a professionally maintained 2021 ...
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Proposed closures at Tangoiro/Waihirere and Motuoroi signal call to protect a fragile coastline
Ngāti Wakarara – Ngāti Hau Takutai Kaitiaki Trust seeks two-year ban on fishing to allow marine life recovery after cyclones
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Form & Float: Building boats, building memories
From backyard builds to weekend adventures, this Kiwi-made kitset boat company is making waves with hands-on boating for everyone.
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Tristram Marine opens its doors for a rare inside look
An exclusive four-day event invites boaties to explore one of New Zealand’s most celebrated trailer boat manufacturers.
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What happens when the rudder fails?
Losing your rudder hundreds of miles offshore is a serious situation. Your ability to control the boat is instantly compromised, especially in heavy w...
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Island Cruising: New Zealand group depart on Pacific Rally 2025
Island Cruising are excited to announced the departure of the New Zealand group on the Pacific Rally 2025.
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Dame Naomi James: A mother who found her strength again when life capsized her
In a world where grit often gets overlooked and quiet resolve forgotten, the story of Dame Naomi James rises from the deep like a swell on the open oc...
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Return to Halcyon: A luxury houseboat that redefines home on the water
Nestled among the houseboats of Victoria’s Lake Eildon is a vessel unlike any other—a floating residence named Halcyon, designed by award-winning Melb...
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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 Bridge to Nowhere. Each year...
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Lagoon 60 claims another top honour on the world stage
Award-winning multihull reaffirms its position as a leader in luxury cruising with new international recognition.
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Step inside the build: Haines Hunter offers exclusive factory tours
At the same time as the Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show in Auckland (15–18 May), Haines Hunter is opening its factory doors to genuinely interested b...
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Jet Boating NZ, changing the dynamic of who’s in the driver’s seat
The image of who’s in the driver’s seat has traditionally leaned in one direction. That’s quietly changing—thanks in no small part to Jet Boating New ...
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Sea trial the difference: Innovision Boats announces 2025 Demo Days
There’s only one way to truly understand the ride – and that’s to experience it firsthand. Innovision Boats invites boaties to get behind the helm thi...
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Maritimo Boating Destinations – Fiji
A treasure trove of natural beauty and an abundance of adventure awaits. Maritimo explores Fiji with David Jamieson from Yacht Help.
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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 new StabiX 205SC, now’s yo...
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Autumn cruising for the crowd-averse
For the bluewater-ready crews, the adventurers who don’t mind the cold or the quiet (or the wet), this is when cruising really begins.
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Island Cruising are excited to announced the start of the Pacific Rally 2025
On Sunday 27 April 2025, the first group of Australian rally participants sets off from Southport to Nouméa, New Caledonia. The passage is around 800 ...
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Timeless elegance, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta
From its salty, rum-soaked beginnings in the 1960s to its current status as a world-renowned event celebrating maritime heritage, the Antigua Classic ...
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What is a Canting Keel? Intro 101 explanation
We recently covered an article about the Volvo Open 70 L40, a high-performance yacht, which features a canting keel. Most cruising yachts use a tradit...
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The Yates family of the far north and their Bailey & Lowe launches
The Yates family had extensive holdings in the Far North around the turn of the 20th century. Samuel Yates was born in London in 1826. His father was ...
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Emerging NZ boating safety concerns
New Zealander's love affair with boating continues strongly, albeit with the latest IPSOS Boating Monitor figures telling us that there has been a 9% ...
Opinion
School holiday boat adventures: Hooks and Man o’ War bays
With the April school holidays upon us, it's an ideal opportunity to plan a family boating adventure. The MetService forecasts a settled start to the ...
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What if your boat wasn’t white?
It’s the standard, sure. But what if it didn’t have to be? Colour is quickly becoming a powerful part of modern boat design — and rejuvenation of your...
Grandeur afloat, World Superyacht Awards 2025 in Venice
Few settings match the elegance of Venice, and for the 20th edition of the World Superyacht Awards, there’s no backdrop more fitting. With its palazzo...
Customise your dream Lagoon catamaran with a new online configuration tool
French catamaran builder Lagoon, part of the Groupe Beneteau family, has taken a big step towards personalising the boat-buying experience with a bran...
The case for the modern houseboat
When I mention that I live on a yacht, the conversation invariably drifts towards the comment, “I’d love to stay on a houseboat.” But in my mind, my 1...
Get in early for the NZSFC Youth Nationals
With only four days to go until early bird registration closes for this year's NZSFC Youth Nationals, it's time to commit to what has to be the highli...
A record turnout for the Makaira Boats Trailer Boat Tournament
Information courtesy of the Whangaroa Sport Fishing Club.
The Makaira Boats Trailer Boat Tournament brings together keen anglers to the stunning wa...
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Fishing gear that multi-tasks
So many different fishing techniques are used on such a wide variety of fish species these days, that many of them require specialist rods and reels f...
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Kitset boats: Rekindling a culture
Want a simple, inexpensive pathway to becoming a boatie?
Consider building a kitset vessel. It’s an easy solo project but will bring greater rewards...
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