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Manawanui wreck at 35m still poses storm risk one year on, locals shut out of fishing grounds
One year after HMNZS Manawanui sank off Samoa, locals remain locked out of fishing grounds, compensation is unresolved, and experts warn the wreck poses storm risks at 35m.
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Steve Armitage takes helm at Yachting New Zealand with growth and inclusion agenda
Steve Armitage takes the helm at Yachting New Zealand with plans to grow participation, support clubs, and make sailing more inclusive for all New Zealanders.
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Sydney forum puts maritime decarbonisation solutions under one roof
MERC's Discover Maritime Innovations 2025 in Sydney gathers operators, innovators and suppliers to accelerate decarbonisation across Australia and New Zealand's maritime sector.
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NZ pays Samoa 10 million tālā over HMNZS Manawanui sinking
New Zealand has paid 10 million Samoan tala to Samoa after HMNZS Manawanui sank off Upolu in October 2024, with cleanup and wreck assessment work ongoing.
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Hinckley Picnic Boat 39 wins double at Newport International Boat Show
The Hinckley Picnic Boat 39 took Best New Boat Overall at Newport. See how this elegant Downeast design connects to NZ boating culture and local builds.
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NZ and Samoa reach compensation deal on Manawanui sinking one year on
New Zealand and Samoa have agreed on compensation one year after HMNZS Manawanui sank off Upolu, covering reef damage and losses to fishing and tourism.
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Northport wins court appeal for Whangarei Harbour container terminal expansion
Northport has won its Environment Court appeal for a major container terminal expansion at Marsden Point, Whangarei Harbour, securing 35-year resource consents.
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Milford Beach light withdrawn and Whangarei charts updated in October notices
Milford Beach navigation light withdrawn, NZ 5214 and NZ 5215 charts updated, and ECDIS display warnings issued in New Zealand's latest Notices to Mariners.
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Coroner rules freediver who vanished at Titahi Bay in 2023 most likely drowned alone
A coroner has ruled that freediver Jinting Guo, who vanished at Titahi Bay in October 2023, most likely drowned while diving alone. Read the full findings.
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Bali Gapura Marina to open first berths in December 2025 as Indonesia's yachting era begins
Indonesia's first international full-service marina is taking shape in Benoa, Bali. Bali Gapura Marina opens its first 48 berths in December 2025, with 180 berths by 2026.
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Invercargill man fined $53,000 for unlicensed giant kelp harvesting and sales
An Invercargill man was fined $53,000 for unlicensed giant kelp harvesting and sales. Learn how MPI uncovered the operation and why marine rules matter.
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Garmin and Furuno dominate the 2025 NMEA Product of Excellence Awards
Garmin and Furuno dominated the 2025 NMEA Product of Excellence Awards. See which marine electronics won and what it means for NZ boaties upgrading this season.
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