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Marine Reserves Ranger Job in Coromandel: A Summer Opportunity for Students
The Department of Conservation (DOC) is offering an exciting opportunity for a Marine Reserves Ranger position based in the stunning Te Whanganui-A-He...
Starlink To Increase Price Of ‘Starlink Roam’ package (the one that Boats use)
Starlink, the satellite Internet provider owned by SpaceX/Elon Musk, is increasing the functionality of the package available for Boats and RVs in New...
Māpua Boat Ramp Project Hits Rough Waters Amid Community Concerns
The ambitious Mapua Boat Ramp project, designed to enhance local maritime access and facilities, has encountered significant hurdles due to mounting c...
INEOS Britannia To Race Alinghi In Louis Vuitton Semi Final Phase
In a strategic and expected move, INEOS Britannia of Great Britain, who finished top of the table in the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series Round Robin,...
New Zealand Coastguard: Nationwide Bar-Crossing Seminars Aim to Save Lives
Get Smart. Attend a Coastguard New Zealand's Bar Safety Roadshow, aimed to prevent further tragedies by educating the public through seminars.
New Boating Rules in Bay of Plenty: Enhancing Safety on New Zealand Waters
Thursday 12 September, the Bay of Plenty Regional Council approved a set of new boating regulations designed to enhance water safety.
Marina of the year winners
Half Moon Bay Marina in Auckland has been named New Zealand’s Marina of the Year for 2024. The boatyard at Bay of Islands Marina was awarded Boatyard ...
Fullers electric hydrofoil ferry
Vessev, a global leader in sustainable marine technology, showcased its VS-9 electric hydrofoil, complete with cabin and interior, during the final ph...
Introduction To The Youth America’s Cup Regatta
Teams From 12 Countries
In the 2024 Youth America's Cup twelve countries will participate, these include teams from Spain, The Netherlands, Canada, Ge...
Dingy found upturned at Bergman Point, Doubtless Bay
Northland Police are looking for the owner of this vessel after it was found capsized near Berghan Point, Doubtless Bay.
Do you recognise this boa...
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