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Sea spurge found at Spirits Bay as Northland confirmed sites rise to seven

A new sea spurge infestation has been found at Spirits Bay, bringing confirmed Northland sites to seven. Learn how to identify and report this toxic coastal weed.

The boy with the moves: how an 11-year-old stole the show in a traditional Indonesian boat race

Classic fibreglass boats to cruise Lake Taupo for NZ Retro Boats mid-winter meet

Classic fibreglass powerboats take to Lake Taupo on 23 August for the NZ Retro Boats Chillin in Taupe cruise, visiting Mine Bay carvings and Acacia Bay.

Eileen 'Red' Bond, America's Cup matriarch and heart of 1983 campaign, farewelled in Fremantle

Eileen 'Red' Bond, heart of Australia's 1983 America's Cup campaign, has been farewelled in Fremantle at age 87. A tribute to a life boldly lived.

Superyacht Sea Lady II engulfed by fire

Luxury yacht Sea Lady II caught fire in Saint-Tropez, with firefighters battling flames and tourists filming the dramatic scene. No injuries reported.

Swan 51 launched: a new chapter for a classic legacy

Shaw Island Queensland Australia

Discover Shaw Island in Queensland’s Whitsundays – secluded anchorages, rich wildlife, and pristine beaches just south of Hamilton Island.Ask ChatGPT

High-stakes SailGP Portsmouth racing returns to the Solent

SailGP Portsmouth 2025 promises dramatic racing, shifting tides, and high-speed action as 12 teams battle it out on British waters.

Leopard 3 wins the 2025 Cowes-Dinard-St Malo Race

Leopard 3 wins the 2025 Cowes-Dinard-St Malo Race in dominant style, finishing hours ahead of the chasing monohull fleet.

Abysmal boating conditions as School Holidays end

Treacherous winds, heavy rain and strong swells are forecast across New Zealand until 15 July. Here's what boaties need to know before heading out.

Reopening Ōkahu Bay: A smart step for boating and the environment