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January 2024

Lieutenant Home Kidston and his toys PART 2

When he first arrived in Auckland on August 2, 1933 to join HMS Diomede the Auckland Star called Sub-Lieutenant Home (pronounced Hume by the way) Kids...

1 year ago

Features

Lake Tahoe 50 years of elegance

With 49 editions under its belt so far, the most prestigious static contest in North America has now reached its 50th anniversary. And it continues to...

1 year ago

January 2024

Gybe-O; The storms and sun rays of my days

D. Ault Salt closed his eyes, tugged his grey beard, and thought: Life is good.

1 year ago

January 2024

She’s a cracker!

Auckland's Cracker Bay is an exciting new waterfront precinct where top-notch marina and dry stack facilities meet Winton hospitality, new event space...

1 year ago

DIY Boating

The freshwater system

Last issue we covered the installation of the toilet and holding tank, also known as the black water system. The final plumbing project is to implemen...

1 year ago

January 2024

Power On : Steering the way

Probably one of the most hotly-discussed topics within the powerboat racing community is steering types – what’s good and what should be avoided.

1 year ago

January 2024

Frigonautica marine refrigeration solutions

Fridgetech is proud supplier of Frigonautica marine refrigerators in New Zealand, specialising in standard and custom installations for pleasure boats...

1 year ago

January 2024

Hot hatches

Cule Marine manufactures hatches for every application

1 year ago

Boat Brief

SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW; Britain’s biggest boating festival

In September 2023, Andrew Howard enjoyed his second boat show of the northern summer.

1 year ago

Alex Stone's Reading List

January 2024: Your summer cruising library

Alex Stone looks at tempting onboard reading options for this summer

1 year ago

January 2024

Go small and soft! (Part 2)

A finesse approach to fishing soft baits can pay dividends, especially in heavily-fished areas with educated fish.

1 year ago

Features

A walk on the wild side

Lapsed jetboating enthusiast Stewart Hydes spent eight years working for Fi-GLASS Boats in Christchurch, so it speaks volumes he opted for a Fi-GLASS ...

1 year ago

January 2024

Is your refrigeration handling summer?

Check your engine driven or 12 volt system now

1 year ago

Editors Note

Exciting summer ahead

Fans of high-octane yacht racing will have been disappointed to learn that the SailGP event scheduled for Auckland in March is no longer coming.

1 year ago

Features

A Shaw thing

The newest entry in the field is the Shaw S3 Tender, a rigid 2.9m planing tender, the brainchild of Auckland-based yacht designer Rob Shaw.

1 year ago

Features

A legacy of success

The marine industry in New Zealand is small, consisting of passionate and talented people with companies that punch above their weight internationally...

1 year ago

Features

Boat & Bike Croatia

The route across each island is along quiet, perfectly maintained roads and winds through mountainous terrain and verdant vegetation.

1 year ago

Weekly Newsletter

Stay up to date with the latest developments shaping New Zealand's Boating world.

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NZ Events Worth Adding to Your Calendar

Have an event you'd like to list on Boating New Zealand. Contact us with the details.

FISHING

Hook Me Up Fishing Competition - Matakana vs Hillside, 7 Mar 2025 in Whakatane

The Kubota Billfish Classic, 12 - 15 Mar 2025 in Mercury Bay, Whitianga

ITM Fishing Competition, 13 - 16 Mar 2025 in Whangaroa

NZ Lure Masters (Catch, Measure and Release competition), 3 & 4 Oct 2025, New Zealand wide

REGATTAS

Toyota Youth International Match Racing Cup, 26 Feb - 4 Mar 2025 in Auckland

PIC Harbour Classic, 28 Feb - 1 Mar 2025 in Auckland

Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race 2025, starting 11 Oct 2025 TBC from Sydney Harbour

PIC Insurance Brokers Coastal Classic, 24 Oct 2025 TBC from Auckland to Russell

Rolex Sydney to Hobart, 26 Dec 2025 starts in Sydney, Australia

HYDRO THUNDER

Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Lake Rotoiti, 8 - 9 Mar 2025 at Nelson Lakes

Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Lake Twizel, 29 - 30 Mar 2025 at Twizel

JET BOAT RACING

2024/25 NZ Jetsprint Championship R4, 23 Feb 2025 at Wanganui

2025 NZ Marathon Coast-to-Coast, 16 to 25 Mar 2025 starting at Greymouth ad finishing at Christchurch

WATERSPORTS

IWWF University Nationals (waterskiing), 26 February to 2 March Orakei Basin, Auckland

MEET UPS

Bay of Plenty Trailer Yacht Cruising Rally, Easter 2025 at Lake Rotoiti, BOP

SHOWS

Moana Auckland - New Zealand's Ocean Festival, 27 Jan to 9 Mar 2025 in Auckland

Auckland Boat Show, 6 - 9 Mar 2025 to be held at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland

The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, 15-18 May 2025 to be held at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour, Auckland

NZ Boat, Fish and Dive Show, 30 & 31 Aug 2025 to be held at Mystery Creek Events Centre, Waipa

NEWS TIPS?
Send your photos, videos, stories, and tip-offs to ahoy@boatingnz.co.nz or call us on 022-023-7507.

January 2024

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Weekly Newsletter

Social Media

Lake Tahoe 50 years of elegance

Gybe-O; The storms and sun rays of my days

She’s a cracker!

The freshwater system

Power On : Steering the way

Frigonautica marine refrigeration solutions

Hot hatches

SOUTHAMPTON BOAT SHOW; Britain’s biggest boating festival

January 2024: Your summer cruising library

Go small and soft! (Part 2)

A walk on the wild side

Is your refrigeration handling summer?

Exciting summer ahead

A Shaw thing

A legacy of success

Boat & Bike Croatia