Bay of Islands Sailing Week

Auckland Anniversary Weekend sailing: five events across a full summer circuit

From Bay of Islands Sailing Week to the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, discover five events that make up NZ's ultimate summer sailing circuit in late January.

Class40 Vixen Racing to sail Bay of Islands Sailing Week 2026 after Sydney Hobart campaign

Vixen Racing brings Class40 offshore racing to Bay of Islands Sailing Week 2026, fresh from the Sydney Hobart. A female-led shared ownership campaign focused on developing sailors.

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.

Bay of Islands Sailing Week returns in January 2026 with sports boat championship added

Bay of Islands Sailing Week returns 19-23 January 2026, featuring the Sports Boat Championship. Enter now at early-bird rates before 1 December 2025.

Bay of Islands Sailing Week calls for help to preserve its history

Russell leads the way in wharf recycling: A community effort to keep the Bay clean

Over the Christmas and New Year period, Russell had a noticeable addition to its wharf – a pop-up recycling station set up by Resilient Russell, a local group focused on sustainability.

Sally Garret: at the helm of changing tides and winner of the SheSails Helm award

The second Yachting New Zealand & SheSails NZ Top Female Helm Trophy, this one for Open Racing, at the Bay of Islands Sailing Week went to the accomplished Flying Fifteen helm, Sally Garrett.

Lieutenant Emma Barry: A role model at the helm of Mako II and winner of the SheSails Helm award

Empowering women in sailing: The SheSails NZ trophies at the 2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week

The race for female sailing excellence is intensifying as the prestigious SheSails NZ Top Female Helm Trophies return to the Bay of Islands Sailing Week in 2025.

Tight races and decisive moments define the third and final day of racing at the Bay of Islands Sailing Week

Day 2 Results for 2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week

Day 2 of the Bay of Islands Sailing Week dawned with clear skies and high spirits as competitors gathered at the Bay of Islands Yacht Club for a hearty breakfast.