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Henri-Lloyd returns to the Auckland Boat Show with The Chandlery

Auckland Boat Show
Since October 2024, The Chandlery has been the exclusive New Zealand stockist of Henri-Lloyd, working alongside Henri-Lloyd Australia to reintroduce the legendary brand to Kiwi sailors. Following a su...

Henri-Lloyd returns to the Auckland Boat Show with The Chandlery

Auckland Boat Show
Since October 2024, The Chandlery has been the exclusive New Zealand stockist of Henri-Lloyd, working alongside Henri-Lloyd Australia to reintroduce the legendary brand to Kiwi sailors. Following a su...
Henri Lloyd Mens Breeze Jacket
Auckland Boat Show

20 days until the Auckland Boat Show: A show not to be missed!

The Auckland Boat Show is back this March, returning to the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour for another exciting showcase of the latest mar...
Miami International Boat Show

NZ marine companies exhibiting at the Miami Boat Show 2025: The world’s largest boat and yacht event...

The Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show 2025 is making waves. Opening yesterday, 12 February, until 16 February, it purportedly brings the ...
News

Sail like a Prince: A Superyacht of Unparalleled Luxury

For those who demand nothing but the finest, the Wildcat Project is a superyacht that embodies pure opulence. This 42-metre masterpiece is now seeking...
Australian Wooden Boats Festival

Classic boats and historic culture celebrated at the 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival

This incredible spectacle and crowd favourite—experience the Australian Wooden Boat Festival through the lens of our hugely talented photographer and ...
Boating Festivals & Events

Australian Boat Industry Association revamps Sydney’s boat show scene with two dynamic new eve...

The Boating Industry Association (BIA) is set to reshape Australia’s boat show scene from 2025 with two innovative new event formats designed to bette...
Boat Business

Sunbeam 29.1 GT

SUNBEAM Yachts Australia & New Zealand is never satisfied with the status quo. This is also the case with the SUNBEAM 29.1. Based on the current S...
Boat Business

H2Ocean Hydrogen power

Fabrum, a New Zealand company leading the world in zero-emission transition technologies, has collaborated on the design and build of a zero-emission ...
Boat Business

Negative carbon footpinrt marine decking

The Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study conducted by ITECONS1, an independent entity, and in compliance with EN ISO 14040, EN ISO 14044, and EN 15804 st...
New Boat Models

Scout Boats unveils the 670 LXS – The world’s largest outboard-powered yacht

South Carolina-based Scout Boats Inc. has officially introduced its all-new flagship model, the 670 LXS, a luxurious and high-performance sportfishin...
News

Our Interview with Peter Burling: “It was really nice to have the boat back at 100%”

A turbulent weekend in Sydney turned into a valuable learning experience for the New Zealand SailGP team, as the Black Foils secured crucial points on...
Powerboat Racing

‘Kiwis Can Fly’: The Lupton legacy dominates the 2024 Hydroplane Racing League

In the world of hydroplane racing, commitment, focus, and relentless hard work are the pillars of success. Few embody these values as well as the Lup...
Events & Gatherings

The 100th Anniversary year of the Masport Challenge Cup ends in chaos at Lake Karapiro

The 100th anniversary of the Masport Challenge Cup was set to be a momentous occasion—a celebration of speed, history, and the best in New Zealand pow...
Events & Gatherings

Scott Coker executes a near-perfect start and finish to win Round 3 of the Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder S...

Lake Karapiro came alive this weekend with the thrilling spectacle of high-speed powerboat racing as the Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder Series heads into its...
News

Black Foils battle through tough day in Sydney

After a promising build-up to the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix in Sydney, the Black Foils were dealt a challenging opening day, struggling with stab...
News

International SailGP teams push limits in Sydney’s high-stakes racing

The international teams at the Sydney SailGP event brought the heat, navigating tight courses, high winds, and intense competition. With dramatic caps...
Anniversaries & Milestone
White Pointer

White Pointer boats celebrates 30 Years with Anniversary Fishing Competition

To honour its impressive 30th Anniversary milestone, White Pointer Boats hosted a fishing competition over the past few days at the stunning Waihau Ba...
News

NZ Antique & Classic Boat Show 2025: A Celebration of Timeless Craftsmanship

The stunning alpine backdrop, the beauty of vintage boats, and a uniquely charming atmosphere have made Nelson's Antique & Classic Boat Show a sta...
Australian Wooden Boats Festival

Historic boat sinks in D’Entrecasteaux Channel en route to 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival

A rare and historic vessel has been lost in Tasmania’s D’Entrecasteaux Channel while on its way to the 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival.
New Boat Models

Flying on water: Lift Foils redefines eFoiling with the LIFT5 and LIFTX

Lift Foils has taken the eFoil experience to a whole new level with their new LIFT5 and the LIFTX.
Australian Wooden Boats Festival

Timber, tradition, and time-honoured craft: The 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival

The Australian Wooden Boat Festival is one of the largest maritime celebrations in the Southern Hemisphere, held biennially in Hobart, Tasmania.

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Henri-Lloyd returns to the Auckland Boat Show with The Chandlery

Since October 2024, The Chandlery has been the exclusive New Zealand stockist of Henri-Lloyd, workin...
Auckland Boat ShowThe Chandlery

20 days until the Auckland Boat Show: A show not to be missed!

The Auckland Boat Show is back this March, returning to the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbo...
Auckland Boat Show

NZ marine companies exhibiting at the Miami Boat Show 2025: The world’s largest boat and yacht event...

The Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show 2025 is making waves. Opening yesterday, 12 Febru...
Miami International Boat Show

Sail like a Prince: A Superyacht of Unparalleled Luxury

For those who demand nothing but the finest, the Wildcat Project is a superyacht that embodies pure ...
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Classic boats and historic culture celebrated at the 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival

This incredible spectacle and crowd favourite—experience the Australian Wooden Boat Festival through...
Australian Wooden Boats Festival

Lofty goals and big sails: Can the PIC Harbour Classic go the distance?

With just under 20 days until the third edition of the PIC Harbour Classic, excitement is building f...
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Australian Boat Industry Association revamps Sydney’s boat show scene with two dynamic new eve...

The Boating Industry Association (BIA) is set to reshape Australia’s boat show scene from 2025 with ...
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KPMG SailGP Sydney Full Highlights

All the best moments from 2 days of racing on Sydney Harbour, ending with a surprise upset and leade...
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Slow boat to Racehorse River

Our summer cruise was postponed by those gales. Then there was the truckload of mulch for the garden...
FeaturesFebruary 2025

Check for marine pests 

Marine biosecurity teams are reminding boaties and all marine users to make sure they are across mar...
Boat BriefEnvironmentFebruary 2025

Sunbeam 29.1 GT

SUNBEAM Yachts Australia & New Zealand is never satisfied with the status quo. This is also the ...
Boat BusinessFebruary 2025New Boat Models

H2Ocean Hydrogen power

Fabrum, a New Zealand company leading the world in zero-emission transition technologies, has collab...
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Negative carbon footpinrt marine decking

The Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study conducted by ITECONS1, an independent entity, and in complianc...
Boat BusinessEco-Friendly Boat MaterialsFebruary 2025

Scout Boats unveils the 670 LXS – The world’s largest outboard-powered yacht

South Carolina-based Scout Boats Inc. has officially introduced its all-new flagship model, the 670...
New Boat ModelsNew Boats International

Our Interview with Peter Burling: “It was really nice to have the boat back at 100%”

A turbulent weekend in Sydney turned into a valuable learning experience for the New Zealand SailGP ...
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‘Kiwis Can Fly’: The Lupton legacy dominates the 2024 Hydroplane Racing League

In the world of hydroplane racing, commitment, focus, and relentless hard work are the pillars of s...
Powerboat RacingSports News

The 100th Anniversary year of the Masport Challenge Cup ends in chaos at Lake Karapiro

The 100th anniversary of the Masport Challenge Cup was set to be a momentous occasion—a celebration ...
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Scott Coker executes a near-perfect start and finish to win Round 3 of the Lucas Oil Hydro Thunder S...

Lake Karapiro came alive this weekend with the thrilling spectacle of high-speed powerboat racing as...
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Emirates GBR claims dramatic victory in SailGP Sydney winner-takes-all final

The final race of SailGP Sydney delivered everything fans could hope for—drama, high-speed action, a...
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The Flying Roos win final fleet race in Sydney, the Black Foils hold steady mid-pack

New Zealand’s SailGP team put in a steady performance in the final fleet race of the KPMG Australia ...
NewsSailGPSydney racing

Black Foils bounce back with dominant second race win at Sydney SailGP

New Zealand’s Black Foils returned to form in spectacular fashion during Race 2 of Day 2 at the Sydn...
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Super Sunday in Sydney: Emirates GBR dominates Race 1, New Zealand takes second

The Sydney leg of SailGP kicked off its Super Sunday in spectacular fashion, with Emirates GBR claim...
SailGPSydney racing

Black Foils battle through tough day in Sydney

After a promising build-up to the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix in Sydney, the Black Foils were dea...
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Australia dominates opening day of Sydney SailGP

SailGP’s return to Sydney brought thrilling action, dramatic penalties, and a dominant display from ...
Day 1 racing in SydneySailGP

Australia dominates as New Zealand hits rock bottom in SailGP Sydney

The final race of day one at the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix saw the Flying Roos—Australia—ceme...
SailGPSydney racing

Australia Takes Command as New Zealand Falters in Race 3

The third race of the 2025 KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix delivered high-stakes drama, with Austra...
SailGPSydney racing

Great Britain edges Australia in SailGP Sydney showdown

A nail-biting second race at the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix in Sydney saw Great Britain take a...
SailGPSydney racing

Switzerland Shines in Thrilling SailGP Sydney Opener

A dramatic day of racing unfolded on Sydney Harbour as SailGP’s 12-strong fleet battled it out on ...
SailGPSydney racing

International SailGP teams push limits in Sydney’s high-stakes racing

The international teams at the Sydney SailGP event brought the heat, navigating tight courses, high ...
NewsNewsRun-up to Sydney

White Pointer boats celebrates 30 Years with Anniversary Fishing Competition

To honour its impressive 30th Anniversary milestone, White Pointer Boats hosted a fishing competitio...
Anniversaries & MilestoneEvents & GatheringsFishing

NZ Antique & Classic Boat Show 2025: A Celebration of Timeless Craftsmanship

The stunning alpine backdrop, the beauty of vintage boats, and a uniquely charming atmosphere have m...
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Close calls, a capsize and a collision between Germany and Mubadala Brazil: Inside Sydney’s drama-fi...

Tension rises as Sydney’s practice races set the stage for intense competition in SailGP's 2025 seas...
Run-up to SydneySailGP

New Zealand’s SailGP Challenge: Lessons from Auckland, Eyes on Sydney

The Black Foils faced a tough outing in Auckland, struggling to find their usual dominance. Now, wit...
Run-up to SydneySailGP

Historic boat sinks in D’Entrecasteaux Channel en route to 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival

A rare and historic vessel has been lost in Tasmania’s D’Entrecasteaux Channel while on its way to t...
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Flying on water: Lift Foils redefines eFoiling with the LIFT5 and LIFTX

Lift Foils has taken the eFoil experience to a whole new level with their new LIFT5 and the LIFTX.
New Boat ModelsNew Boats International

The final frontier: Vendée Globe’s toughest endurance test

As the leading skippers cross the finish line, the real test of endurance continues at the back of t...
Race Day ReportsVendee Globe - Round The World Yacht Race

Timber, tradition, and time-honoured craft: The 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival

The Australian Wooden Boat Festival is one of the largest maritime celebrations in the Southern Hemi...
Australian Wooden Boats FestivalBoating Festivals & Events

Reel real adventures exploring New Zealand’s waters

A story of passion, innovation, and adventure on New Zealand’s untamed coastlines.
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Operation Resolution: Salvage Efforts Continue on HMNZS Manawanui

After 17 days of intensive work, salvors have reached a critical milestone in the removal of diesel ...
Incidents at Sea

The End of an Era: Royal Caribbean’s Song of America Sent to the Scrapyard

A beloved icon of the cruising world, Song of America has met its final chapter. Once a jewel in Roy...
Boating history

NZ Events Worth Adding to Your Calendar

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Catch all the action of the Vendée Globe Race, starting 10 Nov, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. Follow along with excitement at Boating New Zealand.

FISHING

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

New Zealand Sail Grand Prix, 8 & 9 Feb 2025 in Sydney

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

Bay of Islands Sailing Week, end of Jan 2026 at Bay of Islands

NZ Millenium Cup, Feb 2025 at Waitemata Harbour

HYDRO THUNDER

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

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

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

ADVENTURES AT SEA

The Norwoods World Tour

Mayotte to Richards Bay, Part 3: – Officials and Machine Guns

Doing an emergency stop can be a delicate matter. Normally stopping in a new country requires you to...
The Norwoods World Tour

Mayotte to Richard’s Bay, part 2: Breakages

After five days of terrible anchoring at Ilha do Fogo, eight boats made a run for it. There was a br...
The Norwoods World Tour

Mayotte to Richard’s Bay, Part 1: A Fishing Story

We picked a really good window for the first leg of the Mozambique Channel. Whilst it may have been ...
The Norwoods World Tour

The Mozambique Channel – Hopefully not living up to its reputation 

We are members of two WhatsApp groups with people sailing the east and south coast Africa, and over ...
The Norwoods World Tour

Mayotte – where is everyone?!

  Well, we are enjoying it. Sailing around the island we stop to snorkel, dive and swim ...

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