Boating Lifestyle

Oceanflo watermakers bring solar-powered fresh water production to Kiwi cruisers

Oceanflo watermakers let Kiwi cruisers produce fresh water on solar power alone. Explore the OF70M, OF70A, and OF150A range, built in New Zealand.

A long weekend on the water as fishing competitions crowd the Coromandel

How New Zealand multihull designers helped shape a global boating revolution

Discover how New Zealand designers like Roger Hill and Malcolm Tennant helped shape the global multihull revolution, from Hauraki Gulf cats to 50-knot superyachts.

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.

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.

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.

Sea-Doo unveils 2026 accessories range targeting Kiwi boater practicality

Sea-Doo's 2026 accessories lineup targets Kiwi boaters with dry storage, audio upgrades, pontoon covers, coolers, and Garmin navigation. See what's new.

Fliteboard RACE hits 30 knots with Mercury Racing impeller and competitive app features

The Fliteboard RACE reaches 34mph with a custom Mercury Racing impeller, FLITELab wings, and a new APEX 250 global leaderboard for competitive eFoilers.

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.

Oceanflo Desalination gains RAILBLAZA and BEP Marine founders as new partners

Oceanflo Desalination expands with Ross and Chris Pratt of RAILBLAZA and BEP Marine joining as partners, boosting NZ marine watermaker growth and production.

Inside Maritimo's cabinetry craft: layers of precision behind luxury interiors

Discover how Maritimo builds luxury motor yacht interiors with precision cabinetry, hand-sprayed varnish and layers of quality craftsmanship. Learn more at Go Boating NZ.