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Severe thunderstorm watches active across both islands on Boxing Day as boaties head out
Severe thunderstorm watches are active across both islands on Boxing Day. Here is what NZ boaties need to know before heading out on the water today.
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Global boating trends and where New Zealand charts its own course in 2025
Discover how global boating trends compare to New Zealand's market in 2025, from outboard growth and marine tech to sustainability and shifting buyer demographics.
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Pedal Beast trimaran trials in NZ ahead of human powered world circumnavigation bid
Paul Spencer is testing the Pedal Beast trimaran in NZ waters ahead of a solo human powered world circumnavigation combining ocean pedalling and overland cycling.
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Workboat Whekenui begins service at NZ's first open ocean salmon farm
Meet Whekenui, the 23.9m steel workboat powering Blue Endeavour, New Zealand King Salmon's first open ocean salmon farm off Marlborough's Cape Lambert.
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La Tortue 147 aluminium catamaran built for living at anchor, not chasing speed
The La Tortue 147 is a 14.7m aluminium catamaran built for life at anchor. Hybrid diesel-electric power, 5.5kW solar, and spacious liveaboard layout reviewed.
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UK should share Manawanui compensation burden, NZ law professor argues
A NZ law professor argues the UK should share compensation costs for the Manawanui sinking, given the naval vessel was surveying reefs ahead of a CHOGM royal visit.
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Rayglass 4000 restoration beats new 3500 on cost and delivers a gentleman's launch
Two mates skipped buying new and restored a Rayglass 4000 into a gentleman's launch. See how the project delivered more boat for less money.
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Palm Beach 65 to make Sydney to Hobart run alongside racing yacht Palm Beach XI
The Palm Beach 65 motor yacht Palm Beach XII will run the Sydney to Hobart course alongside racing yacht Palm Beach XI, proving real offshore capability.
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Boatie rescued from Lake Taupō after vessel catches fire near Kinloch
A boatie was rescued from Lake Taupō after their vessel caught fire near Kinloch. Emergency services and a rescue helicopter responded, taking the person to hospital.
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Gordon Walker steps down after 15 years coaching Lisa Carrington and NZ canoe sprint
Gordon Walker has resigned after 15 years coaching Lisa Carrington and NZ canoe sprint, ending a partnership that produced eight Olympic gold medals.
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Auckland classic Formula 33 gets FPT N60 repower with big speed and economy gains
Mike Smith's extended Formula 33 Runaway gets a full FPT N60 repower by Onshore Marine, delivering big speed and fuel economy gains on Auckland waters.
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Surtees 770 Game Fisher XL launches with 17 pre-orders and overnight capability
Surtees has released the 770 Game Fisher XL, a trailerable offshore fishing boat with overnight capability, 350hp rating, and 17 orders placed before launch.
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