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Simrad marks 80 years of marine electronics from wartime Norway to modern boats
Simrad Marine Electronics marks 80 years, from wartime Norway to modern boating tech. Explore the history behind one of the most trusted names on the water.
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Gale warning for Puysegur as low drives rough seas around New Zealand
A Tasman low brings gale warnings for Puysegur and strong wind advisories for Hauraki Gulf and Hawke Bay. Check conditions before heading out this week.
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Saffier SE 28 Leopard makes world premiere at boot Dusseldorf 2026
The Saffier SE 28 Leopard makes its world premiere at boot Dusseldorf in January 2026. Discover the new 8.4m daysailer with electric or diesel options.
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Saxdor 460 GTC makes world debut at boot Dusseldorf after six months of teasers
The Saxdor 460 GTC makes its global premiere at boot Dusseldorf. See what the Finnish brand's largest flagship outboard yacht has to offer.
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Coastguard calls surge 38% as Lake Rotoiti near-drowning highlights lifejacket lesson
Coastguard NZ calls jumped 38% in a week as a Lake Rotoiti near-drowning highlights why wearing a lifejacket on the water could save your life.
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Haines Hunter Australia factory fire damages moulding section, most boat moulds saved
A fire at Haines Hunter Australia's Derrimut factory damaged the moulding section, but most boat moulds were saved. No serious injuries reported. NZ operations unaffected.
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Three yachts sunk at Sydney marina after early morning blaze injures one
Three yachts sank at The Spit Marina in Sydney after an early morning blaze. One person was hospitalised. What boaties can learn about marina fire safety.
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Luxon opens Starboard Maritime Intelligence HQ in Wellington as firm expands globally
Prime Minister Luxon opens Starboard Maritime Intelligence's Wellington HQ as the NZ-founded firm expands to 30+ countries with cutting-edge maritime monitoring tools.
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Bluebridge Connemara passengers spend 15 hours stranded after Wellington ramp fault
A ramp fault on Bluebridge's Connemara left 200 passengers stranded overnight in Wellington Harbour for around 15 hours during a peak travel period.
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AST launches 310 tender and folding transom option ahead of Boot Dusseldorf debut
AST expands its ASTender lineup with a new 3.1m model and a folding transom option, debuting at Boot Dusseldorf 2026. Available in NZ through Lowe Yachts.
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Sea Ray SLX 360 Outboard debuts at CES with triple Mercury V8s and smart helm
Sea Ray unveils the SLX 360 Outboard at CES 2026. Triple Mercury 300hp Verado V8s, smart Simrad helm, and premium day-boat comfort across 36 feet.
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Fi-Glass Warrior: why this 6.4m trailer boat earned five test features over seven years
The Fi-Glass Warrior earned five test features over seven years. See why this 6.4m deep-vee trailer boat remains a top choice for New Zealand boaties.
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