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FatCats for hire

Whitianga Boat Hire has just taken possession of two bright-green FatCat 4500 catamaran boats. Set to fill a need in the beautiful Coromandel Peninsul...
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Marinas and boatyards boost NZ economy

Forty New Zealand marinas took part in the first-ever Health of the New Zealand Marina Industry Survey, conducted in 2023 for the New Zealand Marina O...
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Pacific 62 launched

Dickey Boats has announced the launch of the Pacific 62, a revolutionary vessel designed for sportfishers and passage-makers who demand more blue-wate...
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RNZYS Admirals Cup team

The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron (RNZYS) has announced its participation in the 2025 Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC) Admiral’s Cup, one of the most...
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REDHOT MARINE Formula V Series

The REDHOT Marine Formula V Series has returned for the 2024-2025 season, with round one kicking off the season in Wanganui on the weekend of 23/24 No...
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Extreme

Father and son team nail Extreme Boats contest

The Bay of Islands father and son duo, Warren and Blake Hay, took out the snapper trifecta at the Extreme Boats Tournament fished out of Whitianga ove...
Bay of Islands Sailing Week

BOI Sailing Week 2025: Divisions Filling Fast

Entries for every division are filling fast and regatta organisers are urging early registration.
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Charting new horizons: How the NZ Sailing Trust is inspiring youth through adventure

The NZ Sailing Trust has once again proven its impact on outdoor recreation and youth development by winning the Te Tohu Whakaaweawe Kaupapa - Outstan...
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Collaborative efforts lead the way in HMNZS Manawanui recovery

Two months after the grounding and sinking of HMNZS Manawanui off the southwest coast of Upolu, Samoa, significant progress is being made to mitigate ...
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Won Lotto and lost for ways to spend the winnings? Virgin Voyages Unveils Annual Pass: Unlimited cru...

If you have recently won Lotto but have struggled to find that little something special you want to give to yourself (or if it's a big win, ...
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Sodebo Ultim 3 halts Jules Verne Trophy bid after rudder damage

The Jules Verne Trophy has always demanded exceptional endurance and unyielding preparation, but sometimes even the best-laid plans encounter unexpect...
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Portugal to Host 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships

The picturesque Portuguese venue of Vilamoura is set to host the 2025 Youth Sailing World Championships, scheduled from December 12 to 20.
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NZ Commonwealth Games Boxer David Shane Wickenden has died as his yacht sunk

A life of adventure Dave lived a life defined by adventure, passion, and energy. From his early days on the rugby field to his time in the boxing gym...
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Spirit Yachts

Spirit superyachts go head-to-head in historic match race

Having recently appointed representation in Australasia, Spirit Superyachts are proud to showcase their classic yacht line.
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The SKAW A: A trailblazer in sustainable design, build and cruising

Innovation, elegance, and sustainability merge seamlessly in the SKAW (A), the world’s first foiling cruising scow yacht.
Freedom Boat Club
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Freedom Boat Club Announces its New Zealand Expansion with Multiple Locations Launching through 2025...

Freedom Boat Club, the world’s largest boat club operator and a business within Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), today announced its expansion to New...
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Comms Cable Damaged By Vessle Between Sweden And Germany

Military Presence in the Kattegat Danish naval forces have positioned a patrol vessel near the Chinese ship. MarineTraffic data confirms that Yi Peng...
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WEBER’S Largest Elite

Weber Marine in Gulf Harbour has commenced construction on its largest Elite flybridge motor yacht to date, a 22m marvel that combines cutting-edge en...
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New Red Seaweed

A new to mainland New Zealand red seaweed Asparagopsis taxiformis has been found at Tamaterau in Whangārei Harbour and at Iris Shoal, Kawau Island. ...
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The Auckland Boat Show stronger than ever

With more than 300 boats displayed in 2024, and even more expected on the marinas for the 2025 show, the Auckland Boat Show will be the key summer boa...
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FPT supplies the mojo for Mojo

Mojo is another exemplary example of the Profab 1200 power catamaran out of Profab Engineering of Palmerston North. The design comes from the drawing ...
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‘Go Boating’ TV campaign

In a bid to stimulate the market and support increased boat sales this summer, NZ Marine has embarked on a targeted ‘Go Boating’ television campaign. ...
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Orient Express Corinthian: A New Legend on the Seas

The Orient Express, synonymous with opulence and adventure, is stepping off the rails and onto the open seas with the launch of its newest m...
AC37

Racing at the Speed of Light: How Digitisation is Driving America’s Cup Performance

But it’s not just the design of these boats that’s advanced. The real innovation lies in the data. America’s Cup teams have access to performance data...
AC37

INEOS Britannia – A Brilliant Campaign For The Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup

Photo Credit: AC37 media ...
AC DAY 6

Emirates Team New Zealand Lifts the America’s Cup in Prize Giving at Barcelona

A Glorious Victory for New Zealand on the Global Stage At NZT 6am today (20 Oct 2024) in Barcelona, the 37th America’s Cup prize-giving ceremony took...
2024

New Zealand’s festival on the water back for 2025

Dates have been released for the Auckland Boat Show in 2025. Bringing a festival on the water to the heart of central Auckland, it will showcase all t...
2024

Beneteau Owners Rally

Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 23rd, 2024, as 36° Brokers hosts the ultimate Beneteau Owners Rally at Kawau Island. This exciting event ce...
2024

Coastal personal safety race clinic

The PIC Coastal Classic has long been committed to ensuring the safety and preparedness of its participants. Over the past few years, the event has in...
Boat Brief

Mercury’s Reliability A Decisive Factor For Anglers

Powered by the robust Mercury 175hp V6 FourStroke on the back of a custom-built boat by Nicko, Season One saw the duo embark on a mission to determine...
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Bar Awareness Seminar Roadshow

Harbour and river bar crossings are some of the most dangerous for Kiwi boaties with Coastguard volunteers attending multiple incidents, including fat...
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Elite

LSB launches Te Whara V

Te Whara V is a custom-built, 16-metre vessel designed with precision to meet the unique specifications of its experienced owners.
2024

Brazil to host SailGP

Rio de Janeiro will host the inaugural Brazilian SailGP event, the renowned international sail racing championship known as the most exciting racing o...
2024

Berlin Gets Flying Electric Ferry

Travelling from Berlin’s eastern city centre to Oberschöneweide in just 10 minutes? That’s impossible by car or S-Bahn. However, Swedish tech company ...
Boat at Shows

Luxury and Performance at Melbourne Boat Show: Bennington Pontoons and Hurricane Boats Unveiled

Get ready to experience the ultimate in luxury and performance on the water as Bennington Pontoons and Hurricane Boats take centre stage at the Melbou...
Boat at Shows

ULYSSIA – A Floating Vision of Luxury, Adventure, and Purpose

Let it never be said at that we don't cover every aspect of Boats here at Boating New Zealand! From the European Boat Shows this year, one of the s...
Boat World

Ocean Infinity Uncovers Mysterious WWII Ghost Ship

In an extraordinary blend of history and technology, marine robotics company Ocean Infinity has located the wreck of a long-lost World War II ship off...
Boat World

Joint Maritime Operations: New Zealand Joins Forces to Strengthen Regional Security

HMNZS Aotearoa, New Zealand’s replenishment ship, played a central role, working in tandem with Australia’s HMAS Sydney, Japan’s JS Sazanami, and the ...
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US sues ship firms for US$100m over Baltimore bridge crash

Justice Department officials said the companies, Synergy and Grace Ocean, were "well aware" of the issues with the Dali before it lost power and cra...
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SailGP grandstand to transform Wynyard Point with thousands expected to snap up tickets for Aucklan...

From the shoreline to the skyline, the grandstand will temporarily transform the City of Sails into the City of SailGP, offering world-class race view...

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FISHING

White Pointer Boats 30th Anniversary Fishing Comp, 5 - 8 Feb 2025 in Waihau Bay

Makaira Trailer Boat Competition, 25 & 26 Jan 2025 in Whangaroa

Stabicraft Fish N Chicks Tournament, 6 - 8 Feb 2025 in Tauranga. Dress up theme is “Ladies of their Time”. Raising funds to help find a cure for Breast Cancer.

Surtees Annual Fishing Competition, 28 Feb - 1 Mar 2025 in Whakatane

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

Stabicraft Te Anau Manapouri Fishing Classic, 25 - 27 Oct 2025 TBC in Te Anau Manapouri

REGATTAS

Rolex Sydney to Hobart, 26 Dec 2024 starts in Sydney, Australia

New Zealand Sail Grand Prix, 18 & 19 Jan 2025 in Auckland

Bay of Islands Sailing Week, 21 - 24 Jan 2025 at Bay of Islands

NZ Millenium Cup, 1 - 4 Feb 2025 at Waitemata Harbour

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

NZ Match Racing Championships, 2025 dates tbc in Auckland

HYDRO THUNDER

Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Mangakino, 18 & 19 Jan 2025 at Mangakino

Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Race - Karapiro, 7 - 9 Feb 2025 at Karapiro

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 R2, 1 Dec 2024 at Featherston

2024/25 NZ Jetsprint Championship R3, 27 Dec 2024 at Wanganui

UIM World Jetsprint Championships, 25 Jan -2 Feb 2025 at Wanaka (25 & 26 Jan) and Wanganui (1 & 2 Feb)

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

2024 Golden Homes NZ Jet Boat Marathon, 2025 dates TBC on Southland Rivers (Oreti, Waiau and Mataura)

National Jet Boat Rally 2024, 2025 date TBC at Oliver Road, Bendigo (near Cromwell)

WATERSPORTS

Yamaha Rollo's Marine Bridge 2 Bridge, 2025 dates tbc Staged on the Waikato River between Cambridge & Taupiri, based in Hamilton, New Zealand

NON-MOTORISED SPORT

Waka Ama - 2025 National Sprint Championships, 12 - 18 Jan 2025 at Lake Karapiro, Cambridge

Waka Ama - 2025 Secondary School Nationals, 24 - 28 Mar 2025 at Lake Tikitapu, Rotorua

ANTIQUE, CLASSIC & RETRO BOATS

25th NZ Antique & Classic Boat Show , 1 & 2 Mar 2025 at Lake Rotoiti, Nelson Lakes

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

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