Boating News

Westhaven Marina achieves 5 Gold Anchor Accreditation

Westhaven Marina has achieved five Gold Anchor accreditation, setting a new benchmark for marina excellence in New Zealand.

Haines Hunter exclusive on-water demos, your invitation

Haines Hunter and Bays Boating are offering exclusive on-water demos. Secure your spot at this invitation-only event and experience the range firsthand.

How low can they go? Tender stolen from boat in the water at Whangamata

A family had their 2024 Highfield tender and Yamaha 15hp outboard stolen from the transom arch of their moored yacht at Whangamata Harbour this week.

Southern Wind SW123: Performance cruising, redefined for New Zealand sailors

The Southern Wind SW123 luxury performance yacht redefines cruising for New Zealand sailors, blending speed, comfort, and innovation.

US President Trump takes bold step to boost shipbuilding industry

The US announces the creation of a dedicated White House Office of Shipbuilding, promising tax incentives and significant investment to revitalise its maritime industry

The Chandlery presents Henri-Lloyd at the Auckland Boat Show: Premium performance, timeless style

Elite AT43: A Kiwi-built motor yacht that just makes sense

The Elite AT43 is a beautifully crafted New Zealand-built motor yacht blending luxury, practicality, and performance. See it in person at the Auckland Boat Show.

ZeroJet and Tectrax merger: What it means

The ZeroJet and Tectrax merger unites two NZ pioneers in electric propulsion and amphibious technology. Here is what the bold move means for the local marine industry.

Candela C-8 vs Mattias Coutts: Who’s got the edge on the water?

When it comes to raw pace, how does a Candela C-8 electric hydrofoil compare to a Moth-class foiling dinghy, sailed by Mattias Coutts?

HMNZS Manawanui fuel removal operation successfully completed

The NZDF has successfully completed fuel removal from the sunken HMNZS Manawanui off Samoa, extracting over 320,000 litres of fuel to minimise environmental risks.

A safe haven shaken: Tauranga Marina fire disrupts a boating sanctuary

A fire at Tauranga Marina has shaken one of New Zealand's most beloved boating havens. We look at what happened and what it means for the 560-berth facility.