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Italia Yachts 9.98 NextGen

Italia Yachts has announced the launch of the IY 9.98 NextGen, a groundbreaking evolution in yacht design scheduled for release this year (2025).

Jeanneau Sun Fast 3300: A modern racing yacht with a proven track record

The Jeanneau Sun Fast 3300 builds on the popular 3200's legacy with key design improvements for shorthanded racing and IRC events. Find out what's changed.

The playbook of Bay of Islands Sailing Week: Rules, formats, and what makes it unique

Nestled in the heart of New Zealand’s sailing paradise, the Bay of Islands Sailing Week has grown into one of the country’s most anticipated regattas.

DOC seeks help to locate entangled dolphin near Auckland

The Department of Conservation (DOC) is calling on the public to help locate a bottlenose dolphin entangled in fishing netting, last seen in the waters around western Auckland.

The qualifier leaders in the PredictWind Moth World Championships

The 2024/2025 PredictWind Moth World Championships are well underway on Auckland’s stunning Whangaparāoa Peninsula, marking the third time New Zealand has hosted this prestigious event.

Solos battle the Atlantic Ocean in the World’s Toughest Row

The World’s Toughest Row continues to live up to its name as solo crews from around the globe face the mighty Atlantic Ocean.

Forever etched in our memories: Looking back at the 2024 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

A visionary leader: Azimut's Paolo Vitelli dies unexpectedly following accidental fall

On December 31, 2024, the nautical world lost one of its most innovative and influential figures. Paolo Vitelli, founder of the Azimut-Benetti Group, passed away suddenly at the age of 77 following an accidental fall near his home in Ayas, Aosta Valley.

Coastguard volunteers in action over the festive season

The holiday season is one of the busiest times for Coastguard New Zealand, and the period from 23 December 2024 to 3 January 2025 was no exception.

What a hoot! <i>Tai Mate</i>: A whimsical dinghy with a retro twist

You're not imagining something out of a children's storybook. This quirky vessel, owned by retro-boat enthusiast Barry Anderson, is a 9ft (2.7-metre) fibreglass dinghy transformed into a unique creation with a homemade plywood cabin perched on top.

High-speed battles on foils at Manly with the Moth World Championships 2024

The 2024 International Moth World Championships promises to be a thrilling showcase of speed, and competitive sailing.