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Parlay Revival's Colin MacRae faces months of recovery after Achilles rupture in Thailand
Kiwi sailor and YouTube creator Colin MacRae faces months of recovery after rupturing his Achilles tendon in Thailand while Parlay Revival sits hauled out.
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Maritimo M50 crew takes six-day coastal adventure from Gold Coast to Hamilton Island
A Maritimo M50 crew turned a 550nm coastal run into a six-day adventure, stopping at Fitzroy Reef, Pearl Bay and Scawfell Island. Watch the full three-part video series.
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Why Leopard Catamarans keeps topping the list for first-time yacht buyers in 2026
Discover why Leopard Catamarans tops the list for first-time yacht buyers in 2026, offering confidence, comfort, and award-winning design on the water.
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Hauraki Gulf marine protections now active as February Notices to Mariners land
New Hauraki Gulf marine protections are now active, Tauranga dredging shifts navigation marks, and Whanganui leading lights are out. What NZ skippers need to know now.
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Saudi Red Sea Authority launches single digital guide covering all yacht entry and coastal tourism rules
Saudi Arabia launches a single digital guide covering all yacht entry and coastal tourism rules. Here's what it means for boaties and what NZ could learn from the model.
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Blackstone buys Hamilton Island from Oatley family in late 2025 deal
Blackstone has agreed to acquire Hamilton Island from the Oatley family, securing one of Australia's most iconic sailing and resort destinations in the Whitsundays.
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Riley and Elenа put La Vagabonde trimaran up for sale as family eyes life ashore
Riley and Elena are selling their Rapido trimaran La Vagabonde as the family plans a life on land. Here's what their journey meant to the sailing community.
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Oyster World Rally 2026-27 departs Antigua with 23 yachts on circumnavigation
The Oyster World Rally 2026-27 departs Antigua with 23 yachts on a fully supported circumnavigation. Learn about the fleet, route, and the journey ahead.
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Westport Harbour – Some secrets are worth sharing
The northernmost port on the South Island’s West Coast is a hub that offers full commercial services while still feeling like home for visiting vessels and their crews.
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North Island New Zealand: top cruising spots from the Hauraki Gulf to Great Barrier Island
Discover the best cruising spots on New Zealand's North Island, from the Hauraki Gulf and Waiheke Island to the Bay of Islands and Great Barrier Island.
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Boating, community and kaitiakitanga on the Hauraki Coromandel eastern coast
Explore the eastern Hauraki Coromandel coast by boat. From Whangamata to Whitianga, discover top spots, marine stewardship and unforgettable on-water experiences.
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Amels 60 superyacht 21.12 arrives in Auckland from Fiji for brief visit
The 60m superyacht 21.12, an Amels 60 built in 2024, made a brief stop at Auckland's Silo Marina in January 2026 after sailing south from Fiji.
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