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Island Cruising turns 40 as Pacific Rally hits record 260 yachts in 2025
Island Cruising celebrates 40 years as the 2025 Pacific Rally reaches a record 260 yachts, making it the largest cruising rally in the world.
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Hauraki Gulf marine protections now active as new NZ chart notices take effect
New Hauraki Gulf marine protected areas are now in force. Read what boaties need to know from NZ Notices to Mariners Edition 24 before heading out this summer.
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NZ Hydrographic Authority issues Edition 21 Notices to Mariners with Manukau, Milford Sound updates
Edition 21 of NZ Notices to Mariners brings chart updates for Manukau Harbour and Milford Sound. Stay informed on the latest navigation changes for safe boating.
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Maritimo cruising guide: Queensland and NSW coastline highlights for motor yacht owners
Explore Queensland's Great Barrier Reef and NSW's iconic harbours with this Maritimo motor yacht cruising guide covering top anchorages and coastal destinations.
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Island Cruising marks 40 years with RNZYS reunion as rally fleet tops 240 boats
Island Cruising celebrates 40 years of Pacific rallying as fleet numbers top 240 boats. Discover how the iconic NZ sailing organisation has grown and evolved.
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Milford Beach light withdrawn and Whangarei charts updated in October notices
Milford Beach navigation light withdrawn, NZ 5214 and NZ 5215 charts updated, and ECDIS display warnings issued in New Zealand's latest Notices to Mariners.
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Pacific Puddle Jump rally enters new chapter with Sail Tahiti taking over in 2026
The Pacific Puddle Jump rally enters a new era in 2026 as Sail Tahiti takes the helm. Discover what's changing and what stays the same on this iconic ocean crossing.
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When to cruise Asia: the best seasons for Thailand, Japan and beyond
Discover the best times to cruise Asia, from Thailand's calm winter waters to Japan's autumn anchorages. Plan your perfect voyage with Maritimo yachts.
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NZ woman co-skippers yacht through Northwest Passage on voyage home
Veronica Lysaght has become the first NZ woman to co-skipper a yacht through the Northwest Passage, navigating one of the world's most demanding ocean routes.
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Kawau Island Boating Club Labour Weekend regatta opens entries for 2025/26 season
Entries are open for the Kawau Island Boating Club Labour Weekend regatta 2025/26. Race to Bon Accord Harbour this October for three days of sailing and fun.
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BOPTYS brings trailer yacht sailors to Lake Rotoiti for Labour Weekend raft-up
Bay of Plenty Trailer Yacht Squadron heads to Lake Rotoiti this Labour Weekend for a social raft-up. Join fellow sailors on one of NZ's best freshwater sailing destinations.
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World ARC 2025 fleet reaches halfway mark in Mackay after 13,000 miles
The World ARC 2025 fleet has reached Mackay, Australia after 13,000 miles. Discover the journey so far and what lies ahead on this epic circumnavigation.
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