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How Hinckley's Picnic Boat 39 blends jet drives, luxury and shallow-water ability
Discover how the Hinckley Picnic Boat 39 blends jet drives, shallow-water ability and refined luxury, plus how the picnic boat concept has reached New Zealand.
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Vessev wins first European sale as Northern Ireland eco resort orders VS-9 hydrofoiler
NZ company Vessev has secured its first European sale, with Northern Ireland eco resort Finn Lough ordering a VS-9 electric hydrofoiling vessel for 2026.
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Fish & Game family licence reform gives women equal fishing rights from 2025/26 season
From 2025/26, Fish & Game's updated family licence gives both adults equal fishing rights. Great news for women and families heading out on the water.
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World ARC 2025 fleet reaches halfway mark in Mackay after 13,000 miles
The World ARC 2025 fleet has reached Mackay, Australia after 13,000 miles. Discover the journey so far and what lies ahead on this epic circumnavigation.
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Tauranga teen Ellie Hollands wins Junior Girls world waterski racing title in Belgium
Tauranga's Ellie Hollands, 14, claims the Junior Girls IWWF World Championship in Belgium with a perfect score. New Zealand's best ever waterski racing campaign.
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Port Underwood: what boaties need to know about Marlborough's hidden harbour
Discover Port Underwood's anchorages, fishing, wrecks, and history. Essential boating info for cruising Marlborough's lesser-known harbour by sea or trailer boat.
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How to hang and protect art aboard your boat without the risk
Learn how to safely hang and protect artwork on your boat. Expert tips on mounting, lighting, and choosing the right pieces for life at sea.
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NZ sailors shine as Hamilton Island Race Week marks 40th anniversary
New Zealand sailors made their mark at Hamilton Island Race Week's 40th anniversary, from Gavin Brady's wins aboard Hooligan to Seb Menzies taking the 49er title.
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Mercury launches mid-tiller kit for 25hp and 30hp FourStroke outboards
Mercury Marine's new mid-tiller kit for 25hp and 30hp FourStroke outboards brings pro-level control, ergonomics, and features to small boats. Available now in NZ.
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Prestons sweep Southland Twin Rivers as Wilton and Flett claim class honours
Roger and Ben Preston dominated the 2025 Southland Twin Rivers, sweeping all eight legs. Wilton and Flett claimed CX and FX-Evo class honours across two demanding Southland rivers.
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Ellison Hollands wins Junior Girls opener at Waterski Racing Worlds in Belgium
Ellison Hollands wins the Junior Girls opener at the 2025 IWWF World Waterski Racing Championships in Belgium, delivering NZ's first World Champs race win since 2015.
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Tauranga's De Mey Yachts builds world-beating ski racer and 60ft carbon cat
Tauranga's De Mey Yachts builds the championship-winning Phantom F2 ski racer and the stunning Spaceship 60 carbon catamaran. See inside this world-class NZ workshop.
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