Chris Woodhams's Articles
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Rock lobster closures and tighter bag limits set for upper North Island from April 2026
New rules from April 2026 close upper North Island rock lobster fisheries and tighten bag limits to rebuild depleted stocks and restore coastal reefs.
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Bay of Islands rubbish barge back on the water from 29 December
The Bay of Islands rubbish barge is back from 29 December. Find out where it stops, operating days, bag fees, and shore-based disposal options for summer boating.
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Riviera launches 5600 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition to international crowd on Gold Coast
Riviera unveils the 5600 Sport Yacht Platinum Edition on the Gold Coast. Discover its luxury features, twin Volvo Penta D11 IPS 950s and upcoming boat show dates.
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Aeroo Pro fishing drone joins our crew for a summer-long NZ evaluation
We are testing the Aeroo Pro fishing drone across NZ beaches, bays, and boats all summer. Real conditions, honest results. Follow the evaluation with Go Boating NZ.
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Windlass checks, anchor choice and bow gear tips to get your boat summer-ready
Get your boat summer-ready with expert tips on windlass checks, choosing the right anchor for NZ conditions, and maintaining bow gear for safe anchoring.
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Coastguard phone lines down briefly Wednesday noon for 20-minute upgrade
Coastguard NZ phone lines including *500 go offline briefly from midday Wednesday 10 December for a 20-minute upgrade. Use 0800 262 843 or VHF to make contact.
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Auckland Anniversary Regatta overhauls keelboat race to lure fleets back in 2026
The Auckland Anniversary Regatta is overhauling its keelboat race in 2026 with new divisions, a 1pm start, and a Westhaven finish to bring fleets back to the Waitemata.
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Bay of Islands Sailing Week returns 19-23 January 2026 for 23rd edition
Bay of Islands Sailing Week returns 19-23 January 2026 for its 23rd edition. Enter now for four days of racing in one of NZ's most scenic sailing regions.
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Kristen Kotuhi named NZDF Person of the Year and Navy Sailor of the Year for 2025
Acting Petty Officer Kristen Kotuhi has been named NZDF Person of the Year and Royal New Zealand Navy Sailor of the Year for 2025. Read her story.
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Crews from 30 superyachts meet NZ marine industry at Auckland season opener
Around 30 superyachts joined 50-plus NZ marine companies at Auckland's annual Superyacht Welcome Function, kicking off the summer cruising season in style.
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Napier fisher sentenced for dumping snapper and hiding catch after fish washed ashore
Napier commercial fisher Robert Wigmore sentenced after dumping snapper at sea and failing to report catches, with discarded fish washing ashore at Westshore Beach.
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Marlin bycatch decision due this week after 22,000 submissions flood fisheries process
Over 22,000 submissions flood the fisheries process as New Zealand awaits a decision on marlin bycatch limits. Here is what recreational fishers need to know.
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