Boating Lifestyle

Classic boats and historic culture celebrated at the 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival

Australian Boat Industry Association revamps Sydney's boat show scene with two dynamic new events

The Boating Industry Association is reshaping Australia's boat show calendar from 2025 with two dynamic new event formats designed to better serve the industry.

White Pointer boats celebrates 30 Years with Anniversary Fishing Competition

Timber, tradition, and time-honoured craft: The 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival

National Haines Hunter Day 2025: A celebration of Kiwi boating excellence

The National Haines Hunter Day 2025 is shaping up to be an event not to be missed for boating enthusiasts and Haines Hunter owners across New Zealand.

<i>Flojo</i> one of the oldest boats has fastest time in the Keelboat Harbour Race

From Borneo to Japan: 2024 was a year of extremes for the crew of Sailing La Vagabonde

Join La Vagabonde as they reflect on a year of exploration, from Borneo to Japan, overcoming challenges and embracing the joys of life at sea.

Discover the Auckland Boat Show 2025

Held annually at the Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour in the heart of Auckland, the Auckland Boat Show has firmly established itself as New Zealand's premier on-water boat show.

Celebrity Cruises Introduces Groundbreaking 'Dream Makers' Program for the Celebrity Xcel

Cruise enthusiasts worldwide are being invited to make history by shaping their ideal vacation experience aboard Celebrity Cruises' newest ship, the Celebrity Xcel.

Honouring a Sailor’s Legacy: Remembering Mark Gibbs

The sailing community is mourning the loss of Mark Gibbs, a past Commodore and inspirational sailor who passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the age of 67 after a courageous battle with cancer. Known for his strength, humour, and unmistakable laugh, Mark was a dedicated father, cherished brother, and an integral part of both the Waikawa Boating Club and the Queen Charlotte Yacht Club.

Boat chines: Hull Design 101

In the realm of nautical engineering, the term "chine" refers to the critical juncture where a boat's hull bottom converges with its sides, forming a noticeable angle or edge. This structural feature plays a pivotal role in defining a vessel's performance, stability, and construction methodology.

An Indigenous Ocean