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Search resumes Sunday for man missing off Pataua South after boat found adrift
Police and Coastguard resume the search Sunday for a man missing off Pataua South after a boat was found adrift with no one on board. Call 111 with any sightings.
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One person found dead after runabout goes missing off Northland coast
One person has been found dead after a runabout went missing off the Northland coast near Pataua South. Search and rescue continues for remaining occupants.
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Search scaled back for missing Pataua South fisherman after four days of sea and air effort
After four days of sea and air searching, authorities have scaled back the hunt for a missing Pataua South fisherman. Daily shoreline patrols continue.
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Search continues for second fisherman missing off Whangarei coast
Search and rescue crews continue looking for a missing fisherman off the Whangarei coast after a fishing trip ended in tragedy. One man has been recovered.
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One crew member found dead after Whangarei fishing vessel located empty, search continues
A fishing vessel off Whangarei was found empty and adrift. One crew member has been found deceased, with search efforts continuing for the second person.
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Boat Builder Awards 2025 set for Amsterdam with 34 shortlisted companies
The Boat Builder Awards 2025 head to Amsterdam on 19 November with 34 shortlisted companies across innovation, design, sustainability, and collaboration.
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DAME Design Awards 2025 draws record 146 entries at Metstrade
The DAME Design Awards 2025 received a record 146 entries at Metstrade, showcasing innovation across navigation, propulsion, deck gear and more. See what made the shortlist.
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NZ marine industry shows full range at Metstrade 2025 in Amsterdam
New Zealand's strongest ever Metstrade showing spans composites, electrification, superyachts and smart navigation. Discover how Kiwi companies are leading global marine innovation.
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Aurora lights up NZ skies as G4 storm triggers Transpower grid emergency
A powerful G4 geomagnetic storm triggered stunning aurora displays across New Zealand while Transpower declared a grid emergency to protect electricity infrastructure.
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Airmar Melbourne warehouse to offer NZ dealers next-day delivery from late 2025
Airmar opens a Melbourne distribution centre in late 2025, giving New Zealand marine dealers next-day delivery on transducers, CHIRP tech, and more.
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90-year-old Logan classic Little Jim listed for sale at $120,000
Little Jim, Arch Logan's 1934 kauri classic, is listed for sale at $120,000. A 90-year racing and cruising yacht with a full restoration and remarkable history.
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Dometic CFO Stefan Fristedt to depart after steering margin recovery and marine growth
Dometic CFO Stefan Fristedt resigns after steering margin recovery and marine growth. Here's what his departure means for NZ dealers and boatbuilders.
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