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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.
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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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Boat camping opens the door to the wild
Boat camping blends boating and adventure — your vessel, your tent, and your gateway to the wild.
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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...
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Explore Australia’s coastline with Maritimo
Discover Australia’s coastline with Maritimo yachts, from the Great Barrier Reef to Sydney Harbour a...
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Island Cruising celebrates 40 years with reunion at RNZYS
Island Cruising marks 40 years with a reunion at RNZYS, celebrating decades of supporting Kiwi sailo...
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The Pacific Puddle Jump
The Pacific Puddle Jump is a legendary sailing rally that turns a Pacific crossing into an unforgett...
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The spring run, open water, and fat, healthy trout all point to a season that promises plenty for bo...
A fresh season, fat trout, and miles of wake-worthy water.
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New and improved: Mercury Marine introduces two new V10 Verado outboard engines
Mercury Marine introduced two new V10 Verado outboard engines in late July with the gala unveiling o...
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Ocean gardens approved in Northland for marae-led aquaculture
Three experimental māra moana projects have been granted long-term consents in Northland, paving the...
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Superyacht Octopus returns to Cairns for anniversary stay
The legendary expedition yacht M/Y Octopus is back in Far North Queensland, marking a milestone for ...
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Cruisers notes: Strong quake strikes Philippines, no tsunami threat
An earthquake of magnitude 6.9 struck in waters about 100km from Cebu City in the Philippines late o...
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Sessa Marine F48
Italy’s Sessa Marine, known for its excellence in boat building using only the best quality material...
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Amphibious freedom for any boat
The latest innovation from Tectrax is a game-changer: an autonomous, amphibious trailer system.
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Galvanic corrosion
Galvanic corrosion is a flow of electric current between dissimilar metals in an electrolyte such as...
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Control efforts underway as invasive lakeweed threatens Otago lakes
Efforts to control an invasive lakeweed are ramping up across Otago lakes - with preparations now un...
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Charting the seasons: The best times to cruise Asia with Maritimo
From Thailand to the Maldives, discover the best seasons to cruise Asia in luxury aboard Maritimo ya...
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The ultimate owner’s version: inside Aaron Beattie’s Pipiroa masterpiece
A Thames–Paeroa catamaran build shows what happens when a lifelong boatbuilder pours decades of skil...
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From Viking seas to southern lakes: clinker boats and the spread of northern craft
From Viking seas to Kiwi lakes, clinker boats endure as seaworthy, beautiful vessels built to last.
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Owning a legacy – the timeless yachts of John Lidgard
Crafted in New Zealand Kauri, John Lidgard’s yachts remain timeless icons of adventure and craftsman...
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Get Ready for Summer – Testing and flushing your boat’s water systems
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How to flush and test your boat’s water system to keep tanks, pumps, and pipes fresh and safe for su...
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Strong crowds expected at The Yacht Sales Co. NZ Open Day
The Yacht Sales Co. is enjoying strong registrations for its inaugural New Zealand Open Day on Satur...
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Okuma Tesoro 2000 Jigging Reel: The ultimate saltwater jigging companion for Kiwi anglers
The Okuma Tesoro 2000 Jigging Reel delivers power, precision, and durability for serious saltwater a...
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Garmin fēnix 8 Pro: the adventure watch for Kiwi boaties
The Garmin fēnix 8 Pro gives Kiwi boaties tides, fishing tools, GPS and satellite SOS — built for of...
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Auckland Heritage Festival 2025: A peek at the maritime journeys on show
From tugboats to steam ferries, the Auckland Heritage Festival 2025 celebrates the city’s maritime p...
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The painstaking, decades-long restoration of Auckland’s Toroa steam ferry
Like West Auckland's answer to Noah's ark, the Toroa ferry has been perched by the Lincoln Rd off-ra...
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Weather warnings for lower North Island bring heavy swells and strong winds
Boaties and coastal communities in the lower North Island are being urged to take care, with MetServ...
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New Zealand’s first female to co-skipper a yacht through Northwest Passage
A New Zealand woman has successfully co-skippered a yacht through the notoriously difficult Northwes...
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Marine toilet maintenance: the simple way to keep your heads sweet
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Regular marine toilet care prevents odours, blockages, and costly fixes — keep your head fresh and r...
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New Zealand boating weather: a brief reprieve before midweek winds return
New Zealand boating weather turns unsettled midweek—find out the best spots to boat and which coasts...
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1977 Firecrest Half Cabin
Well cared for and recently upgraded, Sea’s The Day is a classic 4.8m Firecrest Half Cabin—trailerable, powerful, and affordable.
1949 Curnow & Wilton trawler
A classic 13-metre timber trawler, Santa Maria blends rugged heritage with cosy liveaboard comfort—ready for her next adventure.