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Seawind 1170 completes Tasman crossing ahead of Auckland Boat Show debut
The Seawind 1170 Sweet Disposition sailed from Sydney to Auckland, putting the offshore catamaran to the test ahead of its Auckland Boat Show debut in March.
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France ruled out of Sydney SailGP as damaged F50 cannot be repaired in time
France's F50 cannot be repaired in time for the Sydney SailGP after the Auckland collision. Two sailors are recovering as an official investigation continues.
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X3 centreboard yacht proves its worth as trainer and youth racer two decades on
The X3 centreboard yacht has served as both a sail trainer and youth racer for two decades. Discover what makes this versatile, durable boat still relevant today.
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Kauri classic Turakina restored after family member spots her on Trade Me
A family member spotted vintage kauri yacht Turakina on Trade Me and saved her. Read how a 2.5-year restoration brought this 1949 Logan-school classic back to life.
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2012 Beneteau Oceanis 58 Laissez Faire offers offshore capability and live-aboard comfort
Explore Laissez Faire, a 2012 Beneteau Oceanis 58 offering offshore capability, live-aboard comfort, and a full systems fit-out. Contact South Pacific Boat Sales today.
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Five points can decide Auckland as SailGP split fleet sharpens the pressure
Five points can decide Auckland. Learn why SailGP's split fleet format raises the stakes, tightens the margins, and makes every race critical for the leaderboard.
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From first regatta to core crew: how Catalina Leiva found her place on classic yacht Rawene
Catalina Leiva had never sailed before joining classic yacht Rawene. Four years on, she is core crew and racing Auckland's Waitemata Harbour. Her story shows how to get started.
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Drivers focus on crew welfare after France and New Zealand F50 collision in Auckland
Drivers at the ITM NZ Sail Grand Prix shared their reactions to the France and New Zealand F50 collision, with crew welfare front of mind across the fleet.
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Burling and Black Foils complete systems checks on Waitematā ahead of Auckland racing
Peter Burling and the Black Foils put Amokura through on-water systems checks on Auckland's Waitemata Harbour ahead of SailGP racing this weekend.
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SailGP moves Sunday Auckland racing to 1130 start to dodge afternoon thunderstorms
SailGP has moved Sunday's Auckland racing to an 1130 start to avoid afternoon thunderstorms over the Waitemata Harbour. Get the full weather and schedule update.
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NZ Offshore Powerboating heads to Gisborne with tight class battles on the line
NZ Offshore Powerboating hits Gisborne this weekend with tight class battles across Sports and Superboat. Find race times, locations, and what to expect.
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Kiwi-built electric hydrofoil VS-9 trialled as ferry on Wanaka and Wakatipu
New Zealand-built electric hydrofoil VS-9 by Vessev is being trialled as a passenger ferry on Lakes Wanaka and Wakatipu. Find out what makes this vessel so impressive.
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