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Lucky leads the 2025 PIC Coastal Classic fleet into Russell
Early line honours results as New Zealand’s great race north continues
NZ Finn Team Finnuary 2026 Report
With our boats finally back the time has come to reflect on what was an excellent team performance by the NZ Finn team…
Ocean racers in for Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta
The 34th Australian Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) has to-date attracted 27 entries from New Zealand, Northern Territory, South Australia, NSW and Victoria, with crews flying in from all ports.
It’s me, hi (sailing), I’m the problem, it’s me…
In the bar after racing, everybody agrees. You know when you really love something, but it just doesn’t seem to love you back? That’s sailing and me at the moment.
Kiwis launch brand new 18 Foot Skiff – Shaw and Partners NZL
It’s been eight years since New Zealand has had a brand new 18 foot skiff in the fleet and today saw the launch of Shaw and Partners NZL.
Ella Sagnol – ticking off one of the hard bucket list items: Sydney Hobart
Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron Sailing Manager Ella Sagnol is ready to finally be on the start line of the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race – one of her life’s must…
The Pacific Rally sets sail from New Zealand to the Pacific Islands
Island Cruising are excited to announced the departure of the New Zealand group on the Pacific Rally 2025.
New Zealand’s Millennium Cup in growth mode for 2026
The South Pacific’s superyacht regatta will take place from 31 January to 3 February.
2027 Auckland Boat Show to open Australasian boat show season
NZ Marine has revealed the dates for the 2027 Auckland Boat Show, with the industry-owned event returning to Auckland’s Viaduct Events Centre and Jellicoe Harbour from 1–4 April 2027.
Doyle Sails Round North Island: “We thought someone would follow us!” Motorboat III
…up…! It’s tough going for the 26 yachts racing in the Doyle Sails Round North Island Race hosted by the team at the Shorthanded Sailing Association of New Zealand.
Worlds top ILCA sailors in Bay of Islands for the 2026 ILCA Nationals
A large group of elite overseas sailors will join the cream of New Zealand ILCA sailors for 4 days of what promises to be exceptional quality racing for the 2026…
Stunning Spain triumphs in New York, trouncing New Zealand and France on the Hudson
Diego Botin’s Spain has recorded back-to-back event wins after spectacularly beating New Zealand and France in New York’s winner-takes-all shootout.
Emirates Team New Zealand Locks In Core Crew for AC38
…Emirates Team New Zealand has begun laying the groundwork to defend sailing’s greatest prize — and it all starts with assembling the crew.
Elliott 5.9 // Marsden Cove Preview
The Burnsco Elliott 5.9 Traveller Series moves north next weekend for Event #2, with the fleet assembling at Marsden Cove Marina over 13 – 14 June.
Magazines are still a winner – RNZYS BREEZE Edition #254 OUT NOW
While BREEZE may be a magazine for the members of the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, and those lucky enough to pick up a copy when they walk through the…
Kiwi windfoil star Bright shines again with silver on LA 2028 Olympic waters
Aimee Bright cut short the sailing adventure of a lifetime with her family to chase another international podium — and the sacrifice could hardly have paid off better.
2026 12ft Skiff Nationals (we still call them that)
For a 12 fit skiff regatta to be sailed in Wellington, it’s been a while between drinks.
Elliott 5.9 // Shapeshifter Triumphs in Shifty Marsden Cove Showdown
The Burnsco Elliott 5.9 Traveller Series headed north for Event #2, assembling a highly competitive 11-boat fleet at Marsden Cove Marina over the weekend.
A sad day for New Zealand… Emirates Team New Zealand confirms that the Auckland bid for the 38th America’s Cup is over
You could put this down to a poorly timed April Fools joke, but this morning, as many were laughing at the NZ Sailing Trust bringing in Emirates Team New Zealand…
Collaboration pushing the New Zealand marine industry forward
In a challenging market, New Zealand marine companies are pulling together to further boating excellence.
