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Youth America's Cup Racing At The Limits
Spin-outs, sky-rockets, skids and splash downs – along with some astonishing speeds all around the course, really showcased the emerging next-generation talent at its very best.
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Strong Winds and Heavy Rain Lead to Beaching and Maritime Warning
Strong winds and heavy rain have led to a vessel beaching and a maritime warning being issued as severe weather conditions hit Auckland's waterways.
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Youth America's Cup Racing Kicks Off Tonight in Barcelona
The Youth America's Cup kicks off in Barcelona tonight NZ time, with young foiling stars racing AC40s in what promises to be a thrilling next-gen event.
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Josh Hyde and Waitemata Racing win the New Zealand Youth Match Racing Championships
Josh Hyde and Waitemata Racing claimed the 2024 New Zealand Youth Match Racing Championship at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, competing against eleven teams on Elliott 7s.
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Somber Reading⏤Mid-Year Drowning Update 2024: Key Takeaways from Water Safety New Zealand
Water Safety New Zealand's mid-year 2024 drowning update reveals both encouraging trends and ongoing concerns. Here are the key takeaways for New Zealanders.
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Marine Reserves Ranger Job in Coromandel: A Summer Opportunity for Students
DOC is seeking a Marine Reserves Ranger for a summer position in the Coromandel. A great opportunity for students passionate about New Zealand's marine environment.
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Semi-Final Leaderboard After Day 1
INEOS Britannia and Luna Rossa each claimed two wins on day one of the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series semi-finals in Barcelona. Four more races on Sunday.
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Māpua Boat Ramp Project Hits Rough Waters Amid Community Concerns
The ambitious Māpua Boat Ramp project, designed to enhance local maritime access and facilities, has encountered significant hurdles due to mounting community opposition and financial challenges.
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INEOS Britannia To Race Alinghi In Louis Vuitton Semi Final Phase
INEOS Britannia has chosen Alinghi Red Bull Racing as their Semi-Final opponent in the Louis Vuitton Challenger Series, after finishing top of the Round Robin.
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New Zealand Coastguard: Nationwide Bar-Crossing Seminars Aim to Save Lives
Coastguard New Zealand is touring the country with bar-crossing safety seminars to help prevent tragedies. Find out where to attend the Bar Safety Roadshow near you.
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New Boating Rules in Bay of Plenty: Enhancing Safety on New Zealand Waters
On Thursday 12 September, the Bay of Plenty Regional Council approved a set of new boating rules designed to enhance water safety, responding to concerning statistics about boating accidents largely linked to the lack of lifejackets. The new maritime bylaws, which will come into effect in mid-2025 pending Ministry of Transport approval, include mandatory lifejacket use for vessels up to six metres, and stricter speed limits in high-traffic areas. These changes, developed through extensive community consultation, aim to address the key safety issues highlighted by recent data and will be supported by a public awareness campaign to ensure compliance and reduce accidents.
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