History
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Rowdy Dowty returns to South Cerney 65 years after Donald Campbell's famous sandbank leap
A 1950s Dowty Turbocraft powered by Sir William Hamilton's NZ jet drive returned to South Cerney, where Donald Campbell famously leapt a sandbank in the late 1950s.
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Retired Napier trawler Twofold Bay sunk to create artificial reef off Hawke's Bay
The retired Napier trawler Twofold Bay has been sunk 3 nautical miles offshore to create a new artificial reef, dive site, and fishing ground for Hawke's Bay.
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Vendee Globe champion Charlie Dalin dies of cancer aged 42
Charlie Dalin, who secretly fought cancer while winning the 2024/25 Vendee Globe, has died aged 42. The sailing world mourns an extraordinary champion.
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Thetford CEO Stephane Cordeille dies, leaving mark on marine sanitation worldwide
Thetford CEO Stephane Cordeille has passed away, leaving a lasting impact on marine sanitation worldwide and on boaties across New Zealand and beyond.
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Nancy Clothier, one of NZ's first Wrens and holder of service number 11, dies at 106
The Royal New Zealand Navy mourns Nancy Clothier, one of NZ's first Wrens with service number 11, who passed away at 106 after a remarkable wartime naval career.
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Volunteer radio guardian Annette Hall signs off after 20 years keeping Far North boaties safe
After 20 years keeping Far North boaties safe, volunteer radio operator Annette Hall has made her final transmission, leaving a community to farewell their guardian angel.
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Bar Crusher co-founder Peter Cleland awarded BIAV Life Membership at 2026 AGM
Bar Crusher co-founder Peter Cleland has been awarded Life Membership by the Boating Industry Association of Victoria at the 2026 BIAV AGM. Learn more.
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Ancient leadline technique that still works for finding the right anchoring spot
Learn how the ancient leadline technique still helps boaters find the best anchoring spots today. Discover how to build one and why it remains a practical tool.
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From first regatta to core crew: how Catalina Leiva found her place on classic yacht Rawene
Catalina Leiva had never sailed before joining classic yacht Rawene. Four years on, she is core crew and racing Auckland's Waitemata Harbour. Her story shows how to get started.
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NZ sailor Viki Moore to share offshore cruising expertise at WWSA Gathering on the Bay 2026
NZ sailor Viki Moore brings South Pacific cruising expertise to the WWSA Gathering on the Bay 2026 at Port Stephens, 27-29 March. Learn about offshore sailing prep.
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Sea Nymph 580 Regal: a two-decade look at one of NZ's most durable trailer boats
A two-decade look at the Sea Nymph 580 Regal, one of NZ's most durable trailer boats. Offshore capable, family friendly, and built to last.
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Classic yachts head to Mahurangi Harbour for three-day January 2026 regatta
The NZ Classic Yachts Association Mahurangi Weekend returns 23-25 January 2026, with racing, rallying, and shoreside events at Mahurangi Harbour.
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