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Bristol Channel Cutter Makaira listed in Auckland at $31,000 with US to NZ passage history
Makaira, a 1980 Bristol Channel Cutter with a US to NZ passage, is listed in Auckland at $31,000. Full keel, cutter rig, Yanmar 3GM30F. Serious bluewater pedigree.
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Lower North Island Pacific coast watched as large swells move through
Track large swells moving along the lower North Island Pacific coast. Live updates, MetService forecasts, and Civil Defence Lifeline information as conditions develop.
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Wellington south coast evacuation order takes effect at 9am Tuesday as 10.5m swells loom
Wellington's south coast faces mandatory evacuation as 10.5m swells threaten Cook Strait. Stay away from beaches and coastal roads on Tuesday 9 June.
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Cook Strait ferries cancelled as 8-metre swells set to batter Wellington coast Tuesday
Cook Strait ferries cancelled as 8-metre swells threaten Wellington and Wairarapa coasts. Civil Defence urges coastal residents to evacuate and avoid the water.
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SeaLink ferry completed Hauraki Gulf crossing after losing both life rafts overboard
A SeaLink car ferry completed its Auckland crossing after losing both life rafts overboard in rough Hauraki Gulf swells. All 30 passengers arrived safely.
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CRN launches 70m superyacht Project Thunderball at Ancona ahead of 2026 delivery
CRN has launched Project Thunderball, a 70m custom superyacht designed by Vripack and Nauta, ahead of its summer 2026 delivery to her owner.
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Regional roundup: New base marks homecoming for Hobsonville Yacht Club
Hobsonville Yacht Club unveils its new Upper Waitematā Marine Centre, marking a homecoming for the historic West Auckland sailing club founded in 1934.
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Kadey-Krogen launches 53-foot passagemaker to mark 50 years of trawler building
Kadey-Krogen marks 50 years with the new Krogen 53, a full-displacement passagemaker offering flexible layouts and serious offshore capability.
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Family seeks missing Russell man last seen leaving boat by dinghy on 26 May
Benjamin Barrett was last seen leaving his vessel Reremoana by dinghy at 11.30pm on 26 May. If you have information, call police on 105 quoting 260527/4669.
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BIA launches marine broker accreditation scheme with public search tool
The BIA has launched a marine broker accreditation programme with a public search tool, helping boat buyers and sellers find trusted, qualified brokers across the industry.
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El Nino odds at 95 percent as dry spring and summer forecast for much of New Zealand
Climate authorities put El Nino odds at 95%. Much of NZ faces a dry spring and summer in 2025-26, with fire risk and water shortages a growing concern.
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Genesis Targa 360 and 400: why these NZ-built cruisers still lead the used boat market
Discover why the Genesis Targa 360 and 400 remain top choices on the used boat market. Explore specs, features, and the legacy of these iconic NZ-built cruisers.
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