Bay of Islands Sailing Week - Racing Results
Sally Garret: at the helm of changing tides and winner of the SheSails Helm award
The second Yachting New Zealand & SheSails NZ Top Female Helm Trophy, this one for Open Racing, at the Bay of Islands Sailing Week went to the acc...
Lieutenant Emma Barry: A role model at the helm of Mako II and winner of the SheSails Helm award
Lieutenant Emma Barry of the British Royal Navy has captured the sailing world’s attention by earning the Yachting New Zealand & SheSails NZ Top F...
Empowering women in sailing: The SheSails NZ trophies at the 2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week
The race for female sailing excellence is intensifying as the prestigious SheSails NZ Top Female Helm Trophies return to the Bay of Islands Sailing We...
Tight races and decisive moments define the third and final day of racing at the Bay of Islands Sail...
The 2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week came to a thrilling conclusion on its third and final day, with a mix of light to moderate northerly winds and a ...
Day 2 Results for 2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week
Day 2 of the Bay of Islands Sailing Week dawned with clear skies and high spirits as competitors gathered at the Bay of Islands Yacht Club for a heart...
2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week: Results after Day 1
Day 1 of the Bay of Islands Sailing Week in Opua brought sunny skies, steady breezes, and thrilling action across nine divisions. Each fleet showcased...
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