BOISW - Day 3: Triumphs and memories BOISW - Day 3: Triumphs and memories The 2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week delivered another unforgettable event Three days of racing wrapped up on Friday, 24 January with Northland's stunning coastal waters creating the perfect backdrop for another year of competition and camaraderie. by Hana Hielkema / Jacob Fewtrell Media Posted 26 Jan 02:13 NZDT BOISW is more than just a sailing competition BOISW is more than just a sailing competition Northland Inc and BOISW work together to highlight the region as a top-tier destination for visitors It's a picture-perfect day for the final race of Bay of Islands Sailing Week, much like the stunning images on Northland Inc.'s website, which highlight the region as a top-tier destination for visitors. by Hana Hielkema / Jacob Fewtrell Media Posted 24 Jan 18:18 NZDT BOISW - Day 2 - Angry Dragon breathes fire BOISW - Day 2 - Angry Dragon breathes fire Sports Boat Division saw the most dramatic action, with Shaw 7 Angry Dragon emerging on top. After a foggy morning, the second day's racing at Bay of Island Sailing Week turned into thrilling racing as clear skies and a steady sea breeze made for ideal sailing conditions with close tussles playing out across all divisions. by Hana Hielkema / Jacob Fewtrell Media Posted 23 Jan 23:52 NZDT MotoMuck and the future of boat care MotoMuck and the future of boat care SaltyMuck is an eco-friendly NZ product to help boat owners to keep their vessels in top condition At MotoMuck, we're passionate about protecting boats—and the environment. Based in New Zealand, we've crafted high-quality, eco-friendly products designed to help boat owners keep their vessels in top condition. by Hylton Pause, CEO, MotoMuck Posted 23 Jan 14:24 NZDT BOISW: SheSails NZ Trophies on the line BOISW: SheSails NZ Trophies on the line The battle for female sailing excellence is heating up as the Yachting NZ SheSails trophies return The battle for female sailing excellence is heating up as the Yachting New Zealand SheSails NZ top female helm trophies return to Bay of Islands Sailing Week 2025. by Hana Hielkema / Jacob Fewtrell Media Posted 23 Jan 12:44 NZDT Bay of Islands Sailing Week - Day 1 Bay of Islands Sailing Week - Day 1 Tactical mastery and patience were the order of the day as Bay of Islands Sailing Week Tactical mastery and patience were the order of the day as Bay of Islands Sailing Week 2025 kicked off in challenging conditions. by Hana Hielkema / Jacob Fewtrell Media Posted 23 Jan 01:55 NZDT BOISW: Explore Group back as Key Sponsor BOISW: Explore Group back as Key Sponsor BOISW organisers have welcomed back Explore Group as a key sponsor for this iconic event. As sailors take to the water for the first day of racing at Bay of Islands Sailing Week (BOISW), organisers have welcomed back Explore Group as a key sponsor for this iconic event. by Jacob Fewtrell Media / Hana Hielkema Posted 22 Jan 21:23 NZDT BOISW: Powered by North Sails BOISW: Powered by North Sails North Sails' commitment to the event continues to elevate both the gathering and the competitors It's registration day! As sailors gather for Bay of Islands Sailing Week (BOISW), North Sails' commitment to the event continues to elevate both the gathering and the competitors who make it special. by Hana Hielkema / Jacob Fewtrell Media Posted 21 Jan 12:23 NZDT SailGP Inspire - Day 4: Barker and Batten win Open SailGP Inspire - Day 4: Barker and Batten win Open Matteo Barker and Blake Batten (Murrays Bay SC) won the SailGP Inspire RS Feva title Matteo Barker and Blake Batten (Murrays Bay SC) won the SailGP Inspire RS Feva title after an arm-wrestle throughout the three day regatta with Nate Soper and Lauchie Wills (Murrays Bay SC/Howick SC). by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz Posted 20 Jan 19:21 NZDT SailGP Inspire - Day 3: A change in leader SailGP Inspire - Day 3: A change in leader Matteo Barker and Blake Batten (Murrays Bay SC) have taken a 4pt lead in Sail Inspire Matteo Barker and Blake Batten (Murrays Bay SC) have taken a 4pt lead going into the final day of the RS Feva event, being held in parallel as part of SailGP Inspire's program. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz Posted 19 Jan 03:22 NZDT Look out for a starfish invasion. Look out for a starfish invasion. It is one of five species focused on by the National Marine High Risk Site Surveillance Asterias amurensis, or the Northern Pacific seastar is a huge starfish (up to 50cm in diameter) that is described by the Ministry for Primary Industries as an eating machine and its favourite food includes mussels, clams, scallops and other shellfish. by Marinepests.nz Posted 18 Jan 11:37 NZDT SailGP Inspire - Day 2: Fresh breeze test Fevas SailGP Inspire - Day 2: Fresh breeze test Fevas Nathan Sopher and Lauchlan Wills lead after the first day of racing in the SailGP Inspire RS Fevas Nathan Sopher and Lauchlan Wills have taken an early lead in the RS Feva event, part of SailGP Inspire. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz Posted 18 Jan 09:34 NZDT SailGP Inspire - Day 1: Practice racing SailGP Inspire - Day 1: Practice racing Fifty crews (100 sailors) enjoyed a great day of Practice Racing for the SailGP Inspire Fifty crews (100 sailors) enjoyed a great day of Practice Racing ahead of the start of three days racing in the SailGP Inspire series, which is being sailed on the Waitemata Harbour. by Richard Gladwell/Sail-World.com/nz Posted 17 Jan 00:19 NZDT BOISW: One week left for entry BOISW: One week left for entry Final Call for Bay of Islands Sailing Week entries: ONE WEEK Until Registration Closes!! The iconic Bay of Islands Sailing Week is rapidly approaching, and there is just one week left to secure your spot on the start line, with entries closing on 13 January 11.59pm. by Hana Hielkema / Jacob Fewtrell Media Posted 8 Jan 11:03 NZDT C-Tech produce unique Moth Worlds trophies C-Tech produce unique Moth Worlds trophies They incorporate an epoxy sea, 3D printed metal Moth, and carbon bowls for a truly unique keepsake C-Tech | Carbon Technology have produced some amazing trophies for the event. Not surprisingly, they incorporate an epoxy sea, 3D printed metal Moth, and carbon bowls for what is a truly unique keepsake for the lucky recipients. by Paul Pearson Posted 4 Jan 09:11 NZDT Mackay Bieker Moth: A look under the bonnet Mackay Bieker Moth: A look under the bonnet A look at the cutting-edge innovations that make up the components of the Mackay Bieker BM-V3 Moth A look at the cutting-edge innovations that make up the components of the Mackay Bieker BM-V3 Moth from the optimised design development, aerodynamic testing and construction of a very sophisticated production racer. by Mackay Boats Posted 2 Jan 12:39 NZDT Summer marine biosecurity guide for boatowners Summer marine biosecurity guide for boatowners Hull hygiene, boat performance and marine biosecurity rules: an updated guide for Kiwi boat owners Making sure your boat is clean before travelling from place to place isn't always easy, but it's important. by Marinepests.nz Posted 28 Dec 2024 01:23 NZDT Big entry for RS Feva Sail GP Inspire Program Big entry for RS Feva Sail GP Inspire Program One hundred young sailors, from all over NZ, sailing 50 RS Fevas will compete in SailGP Inspire One hundred young sailors, sailing 50 RS Fevas from all over New Zealand will compete in SailGP Inspire program, which is sailed in conjunction with the SailGP regatta in Auckland. by NZ Feva Association Posted 22 Dec 2024 12:27 NZDT PredictWind supercharges Marine Weather PredictWind supercharges Marine Weather New safety features arms users with better decision-making Insights PredictWind has bolstered its marine weather forecasting platform with a new Lightning Display Feature and upgrades to existing features, designed to enhance user safety. by PredictWind Posted 14 Dec 2024 02:13 NZDT The unforgettable PIC Harbour Classic returns The unforgettable PIC Harbour Classic returns Live concert by Six60, part of the Moana Auckland Festival after PIC Harbour Classic The PIC Harbour Classic, one of NZ's premier sailing events returns with an unforgettable blend of thrilling sailing and exciting festivities. It will take place from Feb 28th to March 1st, 2025,with Six60 concert after the racing by Fran Holland Posted 12 Dec 2024 16:48 NZDT