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COMING EVENTS

Catch all the action of the Louis Vuitton 37th America's Cup, happening from 22 Aug to 27 Oct 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. Follow along with excitement at Boating New Zealand.

The Outdoor Expo, 14 & 15 Sep 2024 at Canterbury Agricultural Park

NZ Boat, Fish & Dive Expo, 31 Aug & 1 Sep 2024 at Mystery Creek Events Centre, Hamilton

NZ Millenium Cup, 1-4 Feb 2025 at Bay of Islands

Auckland Boat Show, 6-9 March 2025 at Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland

The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, 15-18 May 2025 at Auckland Showgrounds, Auckland

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Race 2: Italy Dominate as UK and Switzerland Battle in Gruelling Youth America’s Cup Race

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Choppy Seas On Wednesday, Lower Winds Forecast

Puig Vela Clàssica Regatta Returns to Barcelona: A Tribute to America’s Cup History

Nelson Yacht Club Launches Fundraising Campaign to Earthquake-Proof Historic Buildings

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Protecting New Zealand’s Waters from Exotic Freshwater Clams

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When A Series Of Unfortunate Events Force An Unexpected U-Turn

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Race 1: Luna Rossa Shines in Challenging Conditions on Day Two of Youth America’s Cup

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