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Maritimo's layered approach to passage planning that keeps cruises on track
Maritimo's layered passage planning method helps skippers anticipate hazards, manage fuel, and cruise with confidence. Learn the approach that keeps every trip on track.
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How to clean your anchor locker and keep your anchoring system reliable
Learn how to clean your anchor locker, inspect chain and warp, and keep your anchoring system reliable. Step-by-step guide for NZ boaties.
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Aquila brings four new power catamaran premieres to 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival
Aquila Power Catamarans unveils four premieres at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival, including the new 46 Yacht, 50 Yacht, 42 Coupe and 46 Coupe with inboard engines.
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Raymarine Axiom chartplotters now sync routes wirelessly with Orca navigation app
Raymarine Axiom chartplotters now connect wirelessly with the Orca navigation app, letting boaters transfer planned routes from phone to helm in seconds.
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Man drowns after falling overboard near Auckland's Outboard Boating Club
A man has died after falling overboard near Auckland's Outboard Boating Club on Tamaki Drive. Emergency services responded but could not save him. A coroner will investigate.
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NZ Marine Industry Conference heads to Tauranga in August with big questions on agenda
The NZ Marine Industry Conference heads to Tauranga on 11-13 August 2025. Explore innovation, sustainability, workforce development and global growth with industry leaders.
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Peter Montgomery: the broadcasting voice who brought sailing to New Zealand
Peter Montgomery shaped how New Zealanders experienced sailing. Discover the broadcasting legacy of the iconic voice behind America's Cup and Olympic coverage.
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Hamilton Island Race Week turns 40 with 160 yachts and Trans-Tasman 49er debut
Hamilton Island Race Week celebrates 40 years in August 2025 with 160+ yachts, a Trans-Tasman 49er debut, wingfoil exhibition, and racing in the Whitsundays.
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Sail on a Dufour 44 at Hamilton Island Race Week's 40th edition
Join Dufour Yachts at Hamilton Island Race Week's 40th edition, 16-23 August. Inspect the Dufour 44 or crew aboard for race days in the stunning Whitsundays.
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Dufour 44 review: spacious cruiser built for family sailing and flexibility
The Dufour 44 is a versatile 45ft cruiser built for family sailing. Read our full review covering layout options, interior design, deck setup and key specs.
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How a 19th century German river launch sparked the birth of offshore powerboat racing
From a German river launch in 1886 to the Harmsworth Trophy, discover how offshore powerboat racing was born and the pioneers who shaped the sport.
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The Great Loop: America’s epic inland voyage
Embark on the Great Loop, a 6,000-mile waterway adventure through America’s rivers, lakes, canals, coasts, and historic towns.
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