Chris Woodhams's Articles
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Marine solar kits bring energy independence within reach for Kiwi boaties
Discover how marine solar kits are making energy independence a reality for Kiwi boaties. Compare panels, controllers, and find the right setup for your boat.
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Emirates Team New Zealand returns to Hauraki Gulf in AC38 Cup campaign push
Emirates Team New Zealand is back on the Hauraki Gulf with AC40 training underway as the defending champions build toward the 38th America's Cup in Naples.
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PredictWind adds three new global weather models including AI forecasting tools
PredictWind launches PWAi, AIFS and ICON models, giving New Zealand boaters sharper short-range forecasts, 15-day outlooks and smarter passage planning tools.
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Airmar Melbourne warehouse to offer NZ dealers next-day delivery from late 2025
Airmar opens a Melbourne distribution centre in late 2025, giving New Zealand marine dealers next-day delivery on transducers, CHIRP tech, and more.
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Ngati Wheke seek tighter bag limits and species bans in Lyttelton Harbour reserves
Ngati Wheke propose tighter bag limits and species bans in Lyttelton Harbour reserves. Find out what changes are planned and how to have your say.
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Severe thunderstorm watch for upper North Island from 3pm to 9pm today
A severe thunderstorm watch covers Northland, Auckland and nearby regions from 3pm to 9pm. Flash flooding and hazardous conditions expected. Stay safe on and off the water.
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Sir Russell Coutts to keynote Yacht Racing Forum in Amsterdam this November
Sir Russell Coutts headlines the Yacht Racing Forum in Amsterdam, 20-21 November 2025, covering SailGP, high-performance racing, and the future of the sport.
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Dometic CFO Stefan Fristedt to depart after steering margin recovery and marine growth
Dometic CFO Stefan Fristedt resigns after steering margin recovery and marine growth. Here's what his departure means for NZ dealers and boatbuilders.
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Submissions open on spiny dogfish discard exemption with deadline of 18 December
Fisheries New Zealand is reviewing the spiny dogfish discard exemption. Have your say before the 18 December 2025 submission deadline.
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Beyou and Lagraviere win IMOCA class as Colman crosses Atlantic fuel-free
Beyou and Lagraviere win the IMOCA class at the Transat Cafe LOr, while Kiwi Conrad Colman crosses the Atlantic fuel-free on MS IG Europe.
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Neon blue waves light up Stanmore Bay in annual bioluminescent display
Neon blue waves are glowing at Stanmore Bay this spring. Learn why bioluminescence occurs and how to catch the annual display on the Hibiscus Coast.
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Six face prosecution after two paua poaching busts in Taranaki closure zone
Two groups caught illegally harvesting paua in the Western Taranaki closure zone face prosecution. Learn what the closure means and how to report poaching.
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