Boating News

Ōkara Marina, just a few more months

Construction is well underway at Okara Marina in Whangarei, with the first stage, M Pier, expected to be complete by late July 2025 after years of planning.

The Volvo Open 70 <i>L4</i>, enters a new chapter

The Volvo Open 70 L4, a thoroughbred offshore racing yacht with a storied pedigree, has entered a new chapter and is now listed through boutique brokerage McD Yachts.

Fire aboard Waiheke ferry swiftly contained by emergency crews

A fire broke out aboard a Fullers ferry near Motuihe Island. No passengers were onboard and the blaze was quickly contained. Emergency crews responded fast.

Drizzle, dinghies and discovery: A DCNZ Raid on Lake Tarawera

Ferrari goes foiling: The Prancing Horse takes to the sea

Ferrari has confirmed it is building a 30-metre foiling monohull, marking the iconic Italian brand's bold entry into offshore sailing.

Yacht Style Awards 2025: Trends and takeaways

The 2025 Yacht Style Awards reveal the biggest trends in production yacht design and buyer preferences across the Asia-Pacific region. Here is what stood out.

Feral weather? Head indoors to the Maritime Museum instead

Delta Powerboats arrive in New Zealand with performance pedigree and Scandinavian polish

Delta Powerboats has arrived in New Zealand with a full range of high-performance Scandinavian-built cruisers. The 33 Coupe, now available through McD Yacht Brokers, delivers exceptional speed, style and comfort for Kiwi boaties.

Emerging nuances in NZ boating ownership and activity

Calling Home: Bruce Maunsell interviewed on RNZ from the Marquesas Islands

Making waves: women taking the helm

Multihull of the Year 2025 awards: Vote now

Vote now in the Multihull of the Year 2025 Awards, celebrating the best new multihulls for innovation, performance, and cruising excellence. Voting closes soon.