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Beneteau and Lagoon Owners Rally 2024 – A celebration of community and craftsmanship

Anniversaries & Milestone
On Saturday, 23rd November, the 2024 Beneteau and Lagoon Owners Rally set sail to the picturesque Kawau Island, with Lidgard House providing a stunning backdrop for this much-anticipated event.

Beneteau and Lagoon Owners Rally 2024 – A celebration of community and craftsmanship

Anniversaries & Milestone
On Saturday, 23rd November, the 2024 Beneteau and Lagoon Owners Rally set sail to the picturesque Kawau Island, with Lidgard House providing a stunning backdrop for this much-anticipated event.

Won Lotto and lost for ways to spend the winnings? Virgin Voyages Unveils Annual Pass: Unlimited cruising for a year

Boat World
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, someone else)? On Tuesday this week Virgin Voyages...

Won Lotto and lost for ways to spend the winnings? Virgin Voyages Unveils Annual Pass: Unlimited cruising for a year

Boat World
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, someone else)? On Tuesday this week Virgin Voyages...

The Mozambique Channel – Hopefully not living up to its reputation 

Features
We are members of two WhatsApp groups with people sailing the east and south coast Africa, and over the last two week these chat groups have pinged continuously with people either preparing to go and ...

The Mozambique Channel – Hopefully not living up to its reputation 

Features
We are members of two WhatsApp groups with people sailing the east and south coast Africa, and over the last two week these chat groups have pinged continuously with people either preparing to go and ...

Mayotte – where is everyone?!

Features
  Well, we are enjoying it. Sailing around the island we stop to snorkel, dive and swim as often as we can. Sadly, we only scheduled our stay here for approximately one week* (no one told ...

Mayotte – where is everyone?!

Features
  Well, we are enjoying it. Sailing around the island we stop to snorkel, dive and swim as often as we can. Sadly, we only scheduled our stay here for approximately one week* (no one told ...
Boat World

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...
Cruising

Boating Destinations – Thailand

Southeast Asia has some of the world’s most beautiful tropical islands, beaches, coastlines, and diversity of marine life. There are literally thousan...
Features

Kiwi’s Cruising Through the Zanzibar Coast: Sunsets, Socials, and Surprises

The Zanzibar coast, with its mix of culture, energy, and seaside beauty, is a magical spot for cruisers to anchor and soak up both local life and sere...
Island Cruising

Sailors Turn Citizen Scientists: Island Cruising Pacific Rally Partners with Citizens of the Sea

The Island Cruising Pacific Rally has always been about adventure and community, but this year it’s making waves for another reason: scienti...
Boat Business

Exploring the Tropics with Island Cruising Pacific Rally: Final Leg Begins

“This year’s rally has been our biggest yet, with over 160 vessels—both yachts and powerboats—enjoying an unforgettable ad...
The Norwoods World Tour

Stone Town, Zanzibar Aug 2024

This is the (liberal) English translation of an old Norwegian classic. And annoyingly, this ear-worm of a song rings in my ears - on repeat(!!) - as w...
Cruising

Exploring the pros and cons of a boat tour in Tenerife: Your ultimate guide

So, you’re thinking of sailing around Tenerife? Let’s weigh the good stuff against the not-so-great to help you make up your mind. We’ve got everythin...
Cruising

Boating Destinations – Abrolhos Islands

Houtman Abrolhos. Probably better known as just the Abrolhos Islands, are renowned for their stunning coral reefs, abundant marine life, and rich hist...
Boat Brief

Island Cruising: The Musket Cove Regatta 40th Anniversary is a huge hit!

Over the last few days, the Island Cruising Pacific Rally participants and other cruisers in Fiji have been celebrating the Musket Cove 40th anniversa...
Features

Gods And Goats, Not All What They’re Hyped Up To Be

I’m not privy to the details of what my sister said in her prayer to Thor with regards to the weather, nor what my brother asked in return for the sac...

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FISHING

Makaira Trailer Boat Competition, 25 & 26 Jan 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

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