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Discover Boating

Welcome to Discover Boating, where you'll learn everything you need to know about getting out on the water

  • Introduction to boating
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    • Kayaking
    • Paddle boarding
    • Power Boating
    • Sailing
    • Saltwater fishing
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    • My boat
      • Boat buying tips
      • Maintaining my boat
      • Annual Check
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    • Go Boating
      • Where to go Boating
      • Pre-departure checks
      • Weather and tides
      • Marine reserves
      • Biosecurity
      • Waste management
    • Safety
      • Navigating
      • Rules of the sea
      • Storm Preparations
    • Boat sharing
    • The Boating Map
    • Clubs and Associations
    • Courses Available
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Buying a boat

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Our checklists

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Maintaining your boat

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Our latest blog

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    May 7, 2025No Comments

    Leading Australian marine uniform supplier, Quality Marine Clothing (QMC), is proud to announce its expansion into New Zealand with the opening of a

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    April 27, 2025No Comments

    On Sunday 27 April 2025, the first group of Australian rally participants sets off from Southport to Nouméa, New Caledonia. The passage is around 800

  • Yachting New Zealand magazine

    April 17, 2025No Comments

    Yachting New Zealand, help New Zealanders access, enjoy and succeed on the water for life. Yachting New Zealand is the national sports organisation

  • McD Yachts Appointed as Exclusive Agent for Delta Powerboats in New Zealand

    April 16, 2025No Comments

    Auckland, New Zealand – April 16, 2025 – McD Yachts is thrilled to announce its appointment as the exclusive agent for Delta Powerboats in New

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