Two new trophies are on the line at the annual Bay of Islands Sailing Week regatta from 23-26 January this year. The Yachting New Zealand SheSails NZ Top Female Helm Open Racing and Top Female Helm Island
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Miraculous Sea Rescue: 23 Hours of Survival
A man has been saved after spending 23.5 hours in the water at sea off the coast of Whangamatā, after using the reflection from his wristwatch to catch the attention of three fishermen.
The man set off
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Boaties, abide by the safety code!
Maritime NZ is urging recreational boat users to take greater caution and follow the Boating Safety Code, following several alarming incidents and near misses this summer.
Maritime NZ Principal Advisor
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Coastguard and Yamaha team up to support PASS waka ama success
A tale of generosity, community, and safety as Coastguard and Yamaha support Pacific Advance Secondary School’s thriving waka ama programme after an impressive fourth-place finish at the 2023 World
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Operation Neptune focuses on summer boating safety
With thousands of people expected to take to the water this summer, Waikato Regional Council maritime officers will be out and about promoting boating safety.
“Operation Neptune is about providing a
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New Zealand wins closest SailGP final ever
New Zealand secured a Persian Gulf victory in the closest three-boat final of the season, narrowly beating Australia after a last-minute penalty cost Canada the win.
This triumph propelled New Zealand
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Hato Hone St John urges water safety this summer
As summer approaches, Hato Hone St John urges everyone to stay safe around water, whether at the beach, swimming holes, or backyard pools, and to look out for whānau and friends.
Last year, Hato Hone
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Boaties: Keep it clean down below this summer
Keeping boat hulls and anchors clean is the best way to protect Hawke’s Bay waters and reduce the risk of introducing or spreading unwanted marine pests.
Hawke’s Bay Regional Council Senior Biodiversity
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Prosecution a reminder to recreational skippers – Maritime NZ
The recent sentencing of a recreational skipper in the Christchurch District Court serves as a stark reminder to fellow boat enthusiasts, says Maritime New Zealand.
Last month, the skipper of the power
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Surf Lifesaving New Zealand launches Operation Flotation
Surf Lifesaving New Zealand has launched Operation Flotation, aimed at decreasing the number of drownings along New Zealand’s coast and inland waterways.
For many New Zealanders, the beach is one of
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New controls at Aotea Great Barrier Island to combat seaweed spread
Biosecurity New Zealand is updating controls on anchoring and fishing at Aotea Great Barrier Island to help prevent the spread of the exotic Caulerpa seaweed.
Caulerpa can form large underwater fields,
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Fish & Game welcomes Waikato wake boat restrictions
Biosecurity New Zealand has issued a new biosecurity rule for wake boats used on a stretch of the Waikato River in a bid to prevent the spread of the pest into other areas.
In August, a report by Biosecurity
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Early entries encouraged for Bay Of Islands Sailing Week
Competitors are being urged to get their entry in early for the 2024 Bay of Islands Sailing Week regatta.
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Water users urged to check water quality before diving in this summer
Swimmers are urged to stay up to date on the quality of their favourite South Canterbury lakes, rivers and beaches to confirm they’re safe to swim in this summer.
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Greenpeace urges new govt to keep NZ First out of Fishing And Ocean portfolios
Greenpeace is urging the National Party to keep New Zealand First out of any oceans or fisheries portfolios.
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Kawakawa Bay boat ramp closed for pontoon upgrade
The Kawakawa Bay Boat Club ramp in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland has closed temporarily in order for the pontoons at the site to be replaced with improved versions.
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VR showcase a ‘game changer’ for the marine industry
Mast Academy NZ has released its first VR showcase for the marine, composites, and textiles industries.
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Mercury Marine apprentice named top school-based apprentice of 2023
The School-based Apprentice or Trainee of the Year has been awarded to Mercury Marine first-year apprentice Joachim Lopez-Valoa.
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Be prepared when heading out on the water this season – Maritime NZ
Maritime New Zealand is urging water goers to be prepared when heading out on the water this upcoming summer season.
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Disappointment for anglers at popular Bay of Plenty lake
Fish & Game New Zealand says the decision to stop access to Lake Ōkataina near Rotorua is a blow to anglers.
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