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Garmin Descent S1 Smart Buoy tracks eight divers and links them to surface crews
The Garmin Descent S1 Smart Buoy uses SubWave sonar to track eight divers, relay messages, and keep surface crews connected in real time. Priced at $4,999 NZD.
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Lagoon EIGHTY 2 makes world premiere at Cannes, 36 Degrees Brokers offering free tickets
The Lagoon EIGHTY 2 makes its world debut at the 2025 Cannes Yachting Festival. 36 Degrees Brokers is offering free tickets. Register now before places run out.
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How to find fish using sounders and local knowledge before you drop a line
Learn how to find fish before you drop a line. Compare sounders for kayaks and larger boats and use local knowledge to put yourself in the right spot.
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Lowrance software update 25.2 adds live sonar upgrades and new trolling motor controls
Lowrance update 25.2 brings sharper live sonar, new trolling motor features, and wider third-party compatibility. Free upgrade for existing users.
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Sanlorenzo SL110A offers 33.5m of space with fold-out terrace and five guest cabins
The Sanlorenzo SL110A offers 33.5m of luxury, five guest cabins, a fold-out side terrace, and 27-knot performance. Discover what this superyacht delivers.
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Azimut Grande 30M hull launched ahead of Cannes 2025 debut
The first Azimut Grande 30M hull has been launched in Viareggio, Italy. The 28.8m yacht makes its public debut at Cannes Yachting Festival in September 2025.
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Tenob rebrands as Boatgear after more than 50 years in NZ marine industry
Tenob, a New Zealand marine industry icon founded in 1973, has rebranded as Boatgear. Learn about the legacy and what the new name means for boaties.
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Two dead as Bali tourist ferry capsizes near Sanur, raising safety fears for NZ travellers
Two dead after a Bali fast ferry capsizes near Sanur. What New Zealand travellers need to know before booking island ferry routes in Indonesia.
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Cape Palliser capsize a warning: check safety gear before you head out this season
A Cape Palliser capsize shows why safety gear must actually work. Learn how to inspect flares, EPIRBs, and fire extinguishers before heading out on the water.
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Block Island: New England's premier cruising destination worth the passage
Discover Block Island, one of New England's top cruising destinations, with protected harbours, sport fishing, dramatic cliffs, and charming Victorian villages.
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William the Fisherman runs solo to Great Barrier Island for shallow snapper and beachside chaos
William the Fisherman heads solo to Great Barrier Island on Bustups, chasing shallow snapper, surviving tide dramas, and proving small boats deliver big adventures.
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Folding bikes to electric motorbikes: best transport options for cruising NZ waters
From folding bikes to electric motorbikes, discover the best compact transport options for cruisers exploring New Zealand's ports, anchorages, and coastal towns.
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