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Grand Banks 54 EU Edition set for boot Dusseldorf debut in January 2026
Grand Banks Yachts unveils the GB54 EU Edition at boot Dusseldorf in January 2026, a long-range cruiser tailored for Mediterranean and Northern European waters.
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Six days out, Bay of Islands Sailing Week fleet takes shape for January 19 start
Six days out from Bay of Islands Sailing Week 2026, the fleet takes shape for a January 19 start. Discover who's racing, class divisions, and what to expect.
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Saffier SE 28 Leopard makes world premiere at boot Dusseldorf 2026
The Saffier SE 28 Leopard makes its world premiere at boot Dusseldorf in January 2026. Discover the new 8.4m daysailer with electric or diesel options.
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Saxdor 460 GTC makes world debut at boot Dusseldorf after six months of teasers
The Saxdor 460 GTC makes its global premiere at boot Dusseldorf. See what the Finnish brand's largest flagship outboard yacht has to offer.
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Watkins wins King of the River as Whanganui regatta crowns North Island champions
Simon Watkins claimed the 2026 King of the River crown at Whanganui as North Island powerboat titles were decided across multiple classes over a packed weekend.
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Jack Lupton wins third straight Hydro Thunder round as Twizel weather wipes out AE Baker Cup
Jack Lupton claims his third consecutive Hydro Thunder NZ series round win at Twizel, as wild weather forces the AE Baker Cup to be abandoned at Lake Ruataniwha.
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Europe Class Nationals head to Napier as sailors back Cook Strait trip
The Europe Class Nationals return to Napier for the Summer Regatta. Discover the class culture and why sailors are eager to cross Cook Strait to compete.
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Coastguard calls surge 38% as Lake Rotoiti near-drowning highlights lifejacket lesson
Coastguard NZ calls jumped 38% in a week as a Lake Rotoiti near-drowning highlights why wearing a lifejacket on the water could save your life.
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Amels 60 superyacht 21.12 arrives in Auckland from Fiji for brief visit
The 60m superyacht 21.12, an Amels 60 built in 2024, made a brief stop at Auckland's Silo Marina in January 2026 after sailing south from Fiji.
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Nelson hosts 2026 NZ Europe Dinghy Nationals and worlds qualification regatta
Nelson hosts the 2026 NZ Europe Dinghy National Championship on 10-11 January, doubling as the worlds qualification regatta. Ten sailors compete for the title.
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Blake Batten wins second Tauranga Cup at 2026 P Class Nationals
Blake Batten claimed the Tauranga Cup for the second time at the 2026 P Class Nationals, finishing ahead of Lauchy Wills and Luca Blundell after nine races.
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Riptide Racing bids to give United States a start line in Naples by January deadline
Riptide Racing is working to secure a US entry for the 38th Americas Cup before the January 2026 deadline, with a $50M budget and no AC75 confirmed yet.
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