Cruise News May 2022

issue 12

Cruise News Newsletter of Island Cruising NZ

Inside: Come and Party with us in Paradise!

Upcoming Events Pacific Circuit Rally

May 2022

Island Cruising NZ Contact Us Viki Moore Email info@islandcruising.nz Website www.islandcruising.nz Phone +64 21 438 977 Facebook www.facebook.com/islandcruising.nz

on the cover Bella Vita departing NZ on her way to Fiji Photo by Richard Loseby

photos and news contributions are welcome

issue 12

In this issue May 2022 From the Helm The latest update from Viki.

The Rally is Underway!

Update on our adventures in Fiji

Japan Registrations Open Our 2023 Rally to Japan is now open for registrations!

Fiji Regatta Week Join us to Party in Paradise!

Upcoming Events Check out what is coming up for cruisers around the country.

Fifty Shades of Grey (water) Taking care of the environment

Flashback The first group heads off to Fiji.

Adventures in Pigeon Bay from 15 years ago

Pacific COVID Update The latest news relating to the maritime border closures.

Rally Update Plans afoot for upcoming rallies to the South Island, Pacific & Japan.

Become a Member!

For just $95.00 per year & thanks to our amazing sponsors you'll receive:

Weekly members only workshops to help you get ready to go on a long coastal or offshore voyage.

Invitations to exclusive webinars with marine industry experts Access to our CrewSeeker page Free digital subscription to Boating NZ Magazine Discounted courtesy flags from Bato Flags 20% off PredictWind subscriptions Discount off Hyrdrovane self steering systems Discount off Marine Medic and Cat 1 Medical Kits from Oceania Medical 10% off Advanced Sea Survival Courses with Skipper Training Discount off VHF courses with Coastguard Boating Education Up to 15% off at Cater Marine Up to 10% off at Kiwi Yachting - Safety at Sea 10% off Radix Nutrition meals 10% discount off SeaLogs Discounts on Rocket - South Pacific Cruising Guides Discounts on Helly Hansen sailing clothing 10% discount from Topsail Insurance 10% discount off charts and cruising guides from TransPacific Marine Yacht Delivery Solutions - special deals 15% discount off Buoycatcher Discounts off global data roaming and internet booster antennas from Global Marine Expert advice and assistance from Dalwyn at House of Travel Discounted rates on mooring ropes and yacht braid 10% discount on Sailutions - rigging hardware $300 off watermakers from Open Ocean Special rates at Port Whangarei Marine Centre Special rates from Marine Diesel Solutions Discounts at Dockland 5 Marine 10% discount off See-Level 5% discount on Global Dive courses Special rates with Zoom Sails Discounts on electronics & communications gear from Wright Electronics

Join Us Now online www.islandcruising.nz

From the helm I am writing this newsletter from sunny Fiji! The Pacific Rally is well underway with our first group of 20 yachts now all arrived here and our second group departing Whangārei at the end of June.

We have also just announced that registrations are now open for our Sister City rally to Japan in 2o23, and with the NZ Maritime border now (finally!) open, we invite international cruisers to sail South to New Zealand this summer! We hope you can join us on what will be some incredible events!

The Pacific Rally participants had a very warm send-off from the team at the Bay of Islands Marina and the Opua Cruising Club, our pre-departure week activities included workshops on sail repairs, bread baking, maintaining your watermaker a BBQ at Burnsco, giveaways from the Bay of Islands Marina and Buoycatcher, lots of social gatherings at the Opua Cruising Club and then completing all the paperwork to depart NZ.

Most of the yachts had a quick 6 day trip north, but the later departures were caught up by some strong winds and waves making the latter part of the passage a bit of a challenge, however everyone arrived safe with only a few minor breakages along the way.

When we arrived in Fiji, there was lots more paperwork to complete and then the arrival parties at Denarau and another in Savusavu with a formal Fijian welcome ceremony, complete with kava, a lovely meal and a band. Our hosts at Denarau Marina, Sails Restaurant, Pacific Energy and the CopraShed Marina have spoiled us and made everyone feel very welcome.

The boats are now all heading off to explore at their own pace, some teaming up with their new friends to explore together, and others branching off doing their own thing, such as surfing and diving. One of the great thing about being on a rally is knowing that you've got backup and support not far away and everyone helps each other out sharing knowledge and experience.

Prior to our departure we had some awesome webinars from experts like Nick & Keryn from PredictWind about getting the IridiumGO all set up and how to get the best out of your offshore weather app. We've also had a webinar on offshore voice communications - SSB Radio, Satellite phones, getting the most out of your VHF too from Peter Mott of Passage Guardian. And an update from Richard Chesher on the gems to explore when sailing in New Caledonia - along with a fantastic discount on his incredible Rocket Guide. We also had a webinar to cover off all the documentation, COVID tests, and mountains of paperwork to complete before leaving NZ and arriving in Fiji. There are lots of things to be aware of.

We were also proud to support the efforts of Days For Girls NZ and Sea Mercy Fiji by helping to transport kits from NZ up to Fiji where they will be distributed to the local community.

If you are heading to Fiji under your own steam, safe travels and we look forward to seeing you up there! I hope you can also join us for a Kiwi Sailors lunch at Cloud 9 floating bar in the Mamanuca group on the 9th July. More info later in the newsletter. If you are looking out for crew, we've got heaps of people on our CrewSeeker list who'd love to help you out!

Fiji Regatta week is another extremely popular event in the South Pacific Sailing calendar! However we've heard that the date may change from what we have previously been advised - watch this space! If you'd like to join in the fun, you can either sail up, or fly up as part of our exclusive Island Cruising Group! Check out the details further on in the newsletter. It is going to be LOTS of fun. I hope you can join us.

I hope you enjoy this edition of Cruise News.

Happy sailing and thanks for all your support!

Cheers. Viki

Pacific Rally 2022

Thanks to the Pacific Rally participants for sharing their photos!

Check out our Facebook page for more

Passage Poetry There's nothing like a long passage to bring out the poet in sailors.

Check out David Simpson's Limericks Wai Knot There once was a boat call Wai Knot, It was a special type of yacht, With no AC or DC While sailing the high sea.

You just gotta use what you got.

Akonga There once was a boat called Akonga The crew noted the wind getting stronger “What’s a reef?” said old Nick, We better get one in quick At this rate we’ll soon be in Tonga.

Wildside There once was a boat called Wildside They were in for a hell of a ride The sailed at a good clip, Despite a one handed skip Like the drink it was Waikato’s pride.

Somerset The once was a cat Somerset I think it’s a fairly good bet, That like any good cat Who knows where it’s at, It’ll be fish on the menu when the table’s set.

Saltheart 2 There once boat with a crew, The name of the boat - Saltheart 2.

Were a cat, we’re the best, Said the skipper impressed, Instead of just one hull we have two!

Mari The once was a boat called Mari, in Opua, who needed an engine part that was newer.

So, they bided their time, Until the weather was fine, And soon will be joining the tour.

Hank There once was a boat called Hank But excuse me for being quite frank, After a seven-day crossing, Without shaving or washing The crew smelt decidedly rank

Geniet Lewe The once was a boat Geniet Lewe, How to pronounce it, no one knew, To avoid any confusion, The came to the conclusion, To use the call-sign, Jenny Lou.

Blue Oceans There once was a boat called Blue Oceans, Who was sailed with a lot of emotions, But so as to speak, after the holding tank leak They literally went through the motions.

Lazy Sunday There once was a boat Lazy Sunday Who went to sea when t’was windy* They planned quite a lot, But the sails, they forgot So I hope they make it there one day. (*pronounced with a thick Irish accent)

Upcoming Members Events 20 June - Auckland

13 - 19 September - Musket Cove

Social Night - Guest Speakers - Panel

Regatta week

discussion "Adventures on the South Island Rally"

22 September - Christchurch Social Night - speaker TBA

23 June - Christchurch Guest Speaker - Helen Shrewsbury -

7 October - Auckland

20/20 Vision - living your dreams

Social Night - speaker TBA

24 June - Whangarei

20 October - Christchurch

Social Night - Farewell party for Pacific

Social Night - speaker TBA

Rally Participants Group 27 November - Christchurch 9 July - Cloud 9 Bar - Fiji

Social Night - speaker TBA

Lunch - Cocktails & Pizza 24 November - Devonport Yacht Club 21 July - Christchurch

Adventures on the Pacific Rally

Merchant Navy Officer talk 8 December - Auckland 29 July - Sydney Boat Show

Social Night - speaker TBA

18 August - Christchurch

28 December - South Island Rally

Badass Ways to Fund Your Cruising

Sail South for Summer!

Lifestyle 31 March 23 - Rally to Japan 23 August - Auckland Speaker TBA

7 May 23 - Rally to the Pacific

Join Island Cruising to enjoy the fun!

PARTY IN PARADISE! Fiji Regatta Week

13 - 19 SEPTEMBER 2022 However we've just been advised this date is preliminary! Will advise ASAP...

Join us in Fiji in September for Fiji Regatta week - either sail in or fly up with our Island Cruising group!

Travel packages include: Return airfares ex Auckland to Nadi on Air NZ, including a meal & bag Return transfers by bus and boat to Musket Cove 6 nights accommodation in a Garden Bure or Two Bedroom Island Villa All meals on Musket Cove - breakfast, lunch & dinner daily Island Cruising event at Musket Cove Pricing starts from $2549.00 per person based on four people sharing a Garden Bure. Other options available - get in contact for more details.

Contact Dalwyn from House of Travel to secure your spot - this will sell out!

Email: dalwyns@hot.co.nz phone: +64 3 341 9352

Kiwi Sailors Lunch at Cloud 9 - Fiji!

Join Viki & the Island Cruising Pacific Rally for a kiwi cruisers catch up Saturday 9 July Cloud 9 - Mamanuca Group lunch - Pizza & cocktails Transfers from the anchorage provided RSVP essential to book your spot - info@islandcruising.nz All sailors welcome!

Advanced Sea Survival Course A comprehensive theoretical and practical course for crew requiring an offshore, category 1 certificate.

Whangarei 25 - 26 June $360 for Island Cruising members (please use the discount code in the members newsletter) $400 for non-members. www.skippertraining.ac.nz 0800 546 9700 info@skippertraining.nz

Rally to Japan

Konnichi wa and thank you for your interest in the 2023 Rally to Japan.

The inaugural Sister Cities Rally to Japan is to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Sister City relations between Christchurch and Kurashiki and nearly 30 years between Wellington and Sakai City, Osaka.

The event is being coordinated by the local sister city committees and is being supported by Island Cruising NZ. Applications are now open and spaces are limited!

There is also limited space for moorings in Guam, and so if registrations exceed the number of moorings available, we may look to split the group in to two waves for the Guam stopover.

Proposed Schedule 2023 All dates are estimated and will be reliant on the appropriate weather windows. As mentioned above, we may split the fleet to avoid congestion in Guam.

End of Feb. 31 March 10 April 17 April more Fiji 15 May 22 May 7 June 13 June 20 June 21 June 28 June

Wellington boats gather for a display on the waterfront Depart NZ for Fiji - aprox 1000NM - aprox 7-10 day passage Arrive Fiji - Denarau Welcome events and time for repairs & reprovisioning Slower boats depart for Guam, faster boats can enjoy some cruising Fiji to Guam - 2700NM - aprox 3-4 week passage Guam 7-14 days for repairs, reprovisioning and exploring Guam to Ogasawara - 800 miles - aprox 5 - 7 day passage Arrival formalities Japan & exploring Ogasawara to Osaka 600 miles Arrival Osaka Day tours with Andrew - Nara, Kyoto etc Overnight passage to Kurashiki Sister City official welcome events Rally ends

After the Rally When you arrive in Japan you will be given a 90 day entry visa. Some people are planning on continuing on sailing north and heading over to the Aleutian Islands and on to Alaska. Some are planning on staying and cruising in Japan. Others are planning on sailing home. The choice is yours and the rally will connect you with others who share the same cruising interests and heading in the same direction. You are allowed to leave your vessel in Japan for an extended period without the need to import it.

Rally Inclusions Assistance with getting prepared and going through Cat 1 with the Island Cruising workshops - including safety, weather, passage planning, & navigation Excellent sponsors discounts on all kinds of things to help you prepare including safety gear, haulout, boat repairs, Marine Medic & Sea Survival courses Discounted charts and cruising guides Assistance with obtaining Blue Water Insurance PredictWind Rally Tracker Discounted PredictWind weather subscription Professional weather router guidance Whangarei pre-departure events Assistance with all documentation and arrival/departure formalities for NZ, Fiji, Guam & Japan Assistance on arrival in Fiji with any repairs and reprovisioning Comprehensive Rally Pack - including cruising information & advice on things to see and do along the way Services of Agent in Fiji & Japan to complete arrival formalities Sister City Welcome events in Kurashiki & Sakai Cities Shore crew service & local advice Crewseeker and crew change assistance Discounts on recommended charts and cruising guides Rally exclusions: Customs/Immigration/Quarantine & Health expenses which are paid locally Vessel and personal travel insurance expenses Optional additional events and activities Mooring & berthing fees

Safety The safety of the vessel and her crew is the sole and inescapable responsibility of the skipper. A rally is not a race, we will help you prepare for and support you on your voyage, but the decision to set sail or continue is entirely up to the skipper.

All vessels are expected to meet the Cat 1 Safety Regulations and be well prepared for the long blue water ocean passages ahead.

All vessels will need to have AIS and a means of obtaining emails on passage. We recommend the IridiumGO with PredictWind.

Island Cruising members get access to the cruising preparation workshops which give weekly tips on how to prepare your boat to go offshore. The workshops are combined with some excellent discounts from our marine sponsors and there are also webinars you can join and lots of excellent content to help you get ready. If you aren't already a member you can join online for just $95.00 There is lots of content on there that may also be of interest to your crew, as well as discounts on Marine Medic & Sea Survival courses as well.

Price The rally registration fee is NZD$2500.00. A deposit of $500.00 will secure your place on the rally. The balance will be due a few months prior to departure. Should COVID disrupt the ability for the rally to run, the rally fee will be transferrable or refundable less recovarable costs.

We recommend you register early to assist with your preparations and to get the most value out of all the assistance and support we provide in the lead up to the event.

Insurance We are working with a blue water insurance company who will be able to provide a quote for the voyage. We will send you more details on this as they become available.

Support We have got local agents in Fiji and Japan who will be able to assist with your arrival and provide information and advice should you need repairs or local information. In Guam we are being supported by the local yacht club.

We will also be using the services of Peter Mott from Passage Guardian to track and support the vessels on passage.

Questions?

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Register Now! For more details and to register please click here.

Sail South Rally!

With the NZ Maritime border now open, sail South with Island Cruising NZ

New Zealand is a great place to spend Pacific Cyclone season, we've got some incredible sailing destinations, friendly locals, excellent marine facilities, international flights to all over the globe and the SailGP event in March 2023.

Let us help plan your journey - Sail South with Island Cruising NZ email for more information: info@islandcruising.nz

Yachting World in Vanuatu are hoping to have all their Moorings on the Yachting World Marina in Port Vila will be up and ready to welcome Yachts by first week in August 2022.

Harbour moorings will take longer and will be ready - hopefully - by October 2022.

Island Cruising will be running a rally to Vanuatu in 2023. I hope you can join us!

Oxley Sails - Discounts for Island Cruising Members Contact Viki - info@islandcruising.nz

Helly Hansen

Great discounts for Island Cruising members on all Helly Hansen sailing gear Order through info@islandcruising.nz View the range online here www.hellyhansen.co.nz

Do Good Things

One of our Island Cruising Values is to leave a positive impact on the communities we visit. I am really excited for the Pacific Rally to be supporting the awesome mahi of the teams from Days For Girls and Sea Mercy Fiji.

Days for Girls are a team of volunteers based here in New Zealand (and around the world) who make washable, reusable sanitary products for girls.

This initiative enables girls to continue to go to school, reduce stigma and manage their health with dignity and comfort. Days For Girls volunteers have made 750 kits that our rally participants will help to transport up to Fiji, where the team from Sea Mercy Fiji will arrange for the packs to be distributed to the communities.

Pacific Rally 2022 Rally to Fiji & New Caledonia Departing at the end of June from Whangarei, cruise to Fiji where you can enjoy exploring this stunning part of the world, at your own pace. Enter at Savusavu or Denerau. Cruise with your new friends or do your own thing. The choice is yours. Make your way up to Musket Cove for Fiji Regatta Week in September.

From there, we'll sail to New Caledonia - if you wish, before heading back to NZ in October. There will is also the option of adding a stop in Vanuatu - which opens in July.

Fiji Regatta Week If you are just keen to sail up for the Fiji Regatta week in September, we can help with that too.

Some of our amazing Sponsors Deals 33% discount on berths at Bay of Islands Marina 50% discount on berths at Whangarei Marina Welcome events in Fiji 10% Discount from Topsail Insurance Fishing Tackle from Hunting & Fishing 20% Discount from Predict Wind Free digital subscription to Boating NZ Magazine 15% discount from Cater Marine Food, smoothies and discounts from Radix Nutrition Discounts on lines from Nautilus Braids Discount on Sea Survival course with Skipper Training Discount on Marine Medic courses & Cat 1 Medical Kit from Oceania Medical Passage Guardian service Discounted flag package from Bato Flags Discounts on charts & cruising guides from TransPacific marine $300 discount on watermakers from Open Ocean Discount on Hydrovane Discount on SCUBA courses with Global Dive Discount on wet weather gear from Helly Hansen House of Travel - crew transfer service

Register online here!

Rally Inclusions Assistance getting prepared to go offshore through our Cruising Preparation Workshops. Helping get you, your crew and your vessel ready for Cat 1. All the content is online with regular webinars and weekly email content.

Assistance with all the administration, COVID tests and paperwork with going offshore. We make sure you know all the current rules and regulations and are there to help.

The services of a Professional Weather Router on the longer passages.

Radio scheds and checkins with Gulf Harbour Radio & Passage Guardian.

A comprehensive Rally Guide for each destination packed with tips, places to go, local contacts, cultural considerations, and much more to help you get the most out of your voyage.

A rally pack and goody bag with local information, sponsored products, discounts and more.

Discounted charts and cruising guides.

Discounts to help get your boat ready from all our supportive rally partner businesses.

Welcome to Fiji & Social events and activities along the way.

A PredictWind Rally Tracker 20% discount on your weather routing subscription with PredictWind Assistance with getting crew and changing crew with House of Travel Shore crew support if things go wrong.

The option to participate in environmental and charitable projects.

The flexibility to cruise with your friends or do your own thing - the choice is yours.

Full refund if COVID border closures means you can't go offshore.

If you've ever sailed in Lyttelton, you'll know all about the iconic Pigeon Bay Races... we take a flashback to some shenanigans from 15 years ago...

Pacific Rally Sponsors

Pacific Rally Sponsors

Boat Share or Charter?

Hi we are Hamish & Nic, and we are dreaming of taking our three kids cruising in the Islands in the near future.

As someone who grew up sailing, salt water flows through my blood. I have built up plenty of offshore sailing miles, racing to Fiji and Noumea multiple times, as well as crew in the UK Yacht Racing Academy including multiple Fastnet races.

As time has worn on and my family has arrived, my wife Nic and I are dreaming of taking our three kids to the islands for winter. We are looking at options to achieve this dream within the next three years, however being based in Queenstown are having to consider some creative ways to make it happen.

Living in Central Otago, it doesn't make a lot of sense to own our own boat yet, but the kids are at the perfect age to go soon so we thought we'd reach out to the cruising community to see if we can broker a deal.

Perhaps there's a family who needs help to deliver their yacht one way or the other, in exchange for for some time on their boat in the islands, or possibly another family who aren't planning a trip north but would consider chartering their boat to us for the season, or even someone who might want all the Cat 1 and cruising upgrades completed in return for sharing their boat and helping us bring this dream to life?

If you, or anyone you know, is looking to take a season off and is willing to charter their boat out, or would like to join forces to share an adventure please feel free to contact me - Hamish and the Brown family directly: Hamish.nicola@gmail.com

Become a member of Island Cruising for just $95, and get a free digital subscription to Boating New Zealand!

Join online now: https://www.islandcruising.nz/register

FOR SALE Para anchor Tasman 15, - suits 11m monohull or 15m multihull.

Para anchor in water kit- 100m warp plus float line.

Heavy strop from bow to cockpit.

Carried up to the islands in waterproof cockpit locker but has never been in the water. $2000 Seabrake GP24L drogue.

Has been tested but never used in anger. $130 Abandon Ship bag plus contents Never used always carried below.

No flares in bottle.

ACR epirb goes but will need updating. $120 RFD Beaufort Lifeguard 4 person raft.

Never used, carried in waterproof cockpit locker.

Full service was due 04/2016 $200 Any questions please feel free to call 0272865393 Ross Walker ross.pamwalker@gmail.com

2012 Leopard 39 – Owner’s version This is a superb example of a Leopard 39 owner’s version. Beautifully maintained, you will realise as soon as you step aboard how lovingly the owners have cared for their yacht.

Click here for more details

2007 Hanse 430e This epoxy-built Hanse 430e is renowned for its performance, strength and easy short-handed sailing. With many recent upgrades, this yacht is very well set up for extended cruising with no limit on the destination.

Click here for more details

2013 Dufour 445 | Soki Soki has an abundance of outstanding features, one of the key ones being its build quality and structural integrity. Dufour Yachts has been fine tuning and advancing their production techniques since 1964, and the results are obvious when inspecting the Dufour 445.

Click here for more details

Get 10% off!

Use code: islandcruise

Savusavu www.coprashedfiji.com

For Sale brand-new, never-used North Sails genoa for the boat, bought at the same time as these working sails in this photo, and of the same Norlam Tour (grey) cloth. Its dimensions are: Luff 13.85m Foot 5.2m Leech 12.05 $3000 (which is half of what a new one would cost) Also, an as-new symmetrical spinnaker. Tri radial in red, white blue, luff/leech 14m.

Asking $1,500 Contact: Alex 021 917 777 Waypoint Ocean Elite 6 Person Liferaft – Cat 1 - $2,500 Fully tested to the ISO 9650-1 Group A specs, the Waypoint ISO 9650-1 Ocean Elite liferaft is one of the best liferafts in the market today for the ocean sailor.

Purchased 2019 for Pacific Rally – never used Re-certified until Dec 2024 by Kiwi Yachting https://kiwiyachting.co.nz/.../safety/waypoint/ocean-elite/ dimensions are 28 x 50 x 70 Pick Up Gulf Harbour Contact Nick 0272964588

Hydrovane What do people say about theirs?

By Sarah Curry of Hydrovane International Marine

Well, we’ve had the Hydrovane installed now for a couple of months.

Unbelievable – what a different world for us. We love it. I mean, we’re absolutely totally impressed with the technology and engineering behind it.

Zoe (as we’ve named it) is amazing. So far, she’s steered us 300 to 400 miles. and has done great.

It’s just so simple to use, yet the engineering is so complex and robust. I’m sure we’ll do well with her for many many many miles.

It took us about two days to get her fully installed.

I was able to find some 1-1/2 pvc Schedule 80 electric conduit that was ‘almost’ 2″ outside diameter that we used to dry fit everything. That was absolutely key. In your directions to new purchasers, you should make a bigger thing out of that. Dry fit it first using a mockup. Once that was done, a grinder and cutoff wheel to make all three pipes the exact size. . . . and we were good to go.

We’ve got things dialed in pretty good with respect to adjust course underway and all that.

I’m sure that in time, this will all become intuitive.

It’s interesting to realize and understand the physics behind the wind vane steering. On a beam reach, for example, as the wind increases, so does the ‘apparent wind’ angle. So, we’re learning how to “fiddle” with those adjustments.

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www.hydrovane.com

10% discount!

Radix Nutrition is a generous sponsor of the Pacific Rally and have provided a variety of meals and smoothies in the rally packs.

Radix makes delicious meals, ideal for when it's rough or when you need to refuel on the go. Quick, easy, nutritious, delicious. Radix meals will be provided in the Pacific Rally goody packs.

Discounts for Island Cruising members too.

Click here to order - discount code SAILNZ2022

The Buoycatcher can be used on a wide range of moorings, including many cleats, mooring balls, hoops, rings, chains and straight bar dock cleats. With multiple positioning options then the head can be used to attach ropes to low down and above head locations, such as when you are mooring against a wall at low tide.

Order online at www.boatbits.co.nz congratulations john for winning a buoycatcher with the Pacific Rally!

50 SHADES OF GREY (WATER)

By Glenys Carr Following on from my article on disposing of sewage, this month we take a closer look at grey water or what goes down the drain on board your vessel.

Some larger vessels will have clothes and dish washing machines aboard, therefore there will be chemical discharges from their grey water tanks presumably within the same discharge limits as described in the regulations.

The substances contained in the cleaners however are a concern for the environment.

Dishwasher powders for example are alkaline salt which dissolve grease but are extremely corrosive. Although many laundry powders are now phosphate-free they still contain a myriad of chemicals that we want to keep out of our seas, including surfactants, bleach and brighteners to name a few.

Simple hand dishwashing detergents do not completely degrade in seawater, think about that next time you let your sink water go. Most probably you are thinking that yours was a minor contribution but multiply that by the 25 boats you last shared a bay with.

Most boats in New Zealand do not capture grey water, it’s flushed straight out of the sink and into the sea where you are anchored or under way. I’m guilty here but I think I’ve managed to keep my impact to a minimum by using an old fashioned soap shaker and sunlight. I’ve seen some online contributors suggest washing dishes in salt water, haven’t tried it myself but it isn’t beyond me.

Onboard boat showers, including simple cockpit solar showers can also present pollution issues. Soaps, shampoo and conditioners all draining straight into the bay where you are.

Dispersal isn’t gone! I’m not even going to try and describe some of the contents of these products but worryingly some contain plastic particles.

Recent focus has been on the sad state of the Hauraki Gulf. Auckland’s and Waikato’s beautiful water playground and food basket is facing collapse. This is a wake-up call for all of us in New Zealand.

We all bear some responsibility for these beautiful places we cruise and enjoy unchecked, let’s up our game and do our small bit to protect them.

There are Grade B sewage treatment system, available in New Zealand, check out this option.

Bilge water is another culprit, keep your bilge squeaky clean and free from oil or fuel to avoid inadvertently pumping that over the side when you switch on the bilge pump.

Sewage and grey water pump out facilities are available at most marinas in New Zealand.

If all of us start making some small changes then we can make a big difference to the quality of our ocean water.

Here are some ideas to try *Try using unbleached or bamboo derived toilet paper *Read and research product labels for content information *Use minimum toilet paper *Take all toilet and personal wipes off the boat by way of the garbage *Try washing clothes in water only *Try washing dishes in salt water with a quick fresh water rinse *Try showering with water only *Use marina pump out facilities instead of dumping grey or black water in to the ocean. *Be aware of oily water in the bilge - mop it up instead of turning on the bilge pump.

Stewart Island Photo by Martin Bennett

Offshore Marine Medic

Two-day Offshore Medical Course customised to provide students with the basics required for Offshore Cruising. Course also covers a handover of the Offshore Medical Kit (CAT 1) and how to use it.

CHECK THE OCEANIA WEBSITE FOR UPCOMING COURSE DATES Location: Oceania Medical, Unit 5, 23B westhaven Drive, Auckland Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm $295.00 for Island Cruising members + discount on Cat 1 Medical Kits $325.00 for non-members Register online https://www.oceaniamedical.co.nz/collections/offshore-medical-training

CrewSeeker

Keen to come sailing in the South Pacific this winter? Join our CrewSeeker page!

Island Cruising Members have access our CrewSeeker page on the website where you can add yourself as crew and skippers can have a look for people when they're heading away on a passage.

There are lots of crewing opportunities to the Pacific this season, so far we've matched up over 20 crew with boats heading north!

If you are interested in being a crew member, you can fill out the application, join up to Island Cruising and get your details listed: https://www.islandcruising.nz/resources/crewseeker You'll also get access to our cruising preparation workshops and the great sponsor deals too. We will even help you write your Sailing Resumé.

To increase your crewing chances, it is also worth doing the Sea Survival, Offshore Medic & VHF Radio courses and other qualifications such as Boatmaster - remember you also get some great discounts with your Island Cruising membership too.

Partner Clubs

For Sale

Laurie Davidson Cavalier 45 hugely regarded New Zealand off shore cruising yacht, Pacific ready to sail away.

Cat 1 specifications, immaculately maintained with extensive improvements, constructed to Marine Survey standards, solid GRP hull, Yanmar turbo charged 110hp diesel, new 2019 low hours, still under international warranty, new rigging Sept 2021, boom furling mainsail, new heavy duty furling gib, all new hatches,new Vesper Marine AIS, new Echopilot forward facing sonar, 2 x Raymarine chart plotters with NZ, Aust, Pacific charts, radar, hydraulic auto pilot, new 2000w invertor, 5 x 105amp house batteries, 1 x 80amp start battery, 2 x Ctek battery chargers, 480w solar panels, emergency radio battery, 12v built in auto flushing water maker, EPIRB, Iridium Go sat phone, more extensive inventory on request.

Asking $300,000 View on Trademe here

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Island Cruising NZ Members get a 10% discount on these amazing cruising resources

Why Join a Rally?

Island Cruising have been running yacht rallies in the Pacific since the 1980's, and over that time we have helped hundreds of yachties achieve their sailing dreams. Rallies are fun, you get to meet the people who are heading your way and make new friends with sailors who share your sense of adventure. You can choose to cruise with others, or head off and do your own thing. There is no pressure to stay together if you prefer to sail independently.

Island Cruising helps you get prepared to go offshore. Our online cruising preparation workshops give you tips & tasks each week to help you tick off the requirements for Cat 1, getting you, your boat and your crew ready for the voyage ahead. We arrange Sea Survival and Marine Medic courses. We also help with the ever changing rules and regulations of the places you are visiting and the paperwork involved. Our rally guides are packed with local knowledge and advice to help make your voyage a success.

We can help find crew if you need some extra pairs of hands, or if you need your boat delivered without you on board, we can help connect you with people who can make this happen.

Safety is important to us, we provide weather information, trackers, radio scheds, liaise with the Rescue Coordination Centre, and are there for support and back up if things don't go to plan.

We know the locals- so if you have any issues while you are away we can help you get the support you need.

We give you advice on the local customs and regulations so you can make meaningful connections with the people you meet.

We've got amazing sponsors who include some incredible discounts on all the gear you need to go offshore, as well as providing special goodies and giveaways in your rally packs and social events along the way.

In short, Island Cruising is here to help make your voyage safe, fun and enjoyable and we are here to assist you achieve your sailing goals and adventures, the way you want to do it.

Become a member of Island Cruising for just $95 a year. You can join on our website: www.islandcruising.nz

Are you Offshore Ready?

Island Cruising NZ members receive weekly emails with tips and suggestions on how to go about getting prepared for a long coastal or offshore voyage. There are webinars, videos, templates, downloads, and in person get togethers.

Suitable for boat owners or crew members, experienced sailors or beginners alike You can start any time, and work through the topics at your own pace. Join in any time. Just $95.00 per year and take advantage of our great sponsors deals too!

Workshop topics include: EPIRBs Getting organised - a system for storing all

VHF/AIS

the information for your Passage Plan, Safety

Communications

Manual, Maintenance log, Important

Man Over Board

Documents, Boating Qualifications and more

Fire

Your vessel information - a template for

Flooding

collating all the specifications of your boat

Abandon Ship

The Cat 1 & 2 Regulations

Preparing a Grab Bag

Boat Registration

Meteorology

Reporting Incidents

Tides

Insuring your boat

Docking

VHF & MMSI

Plumbing

Meteorology - Forecasts

Electrics

Communication options at Sea

Batteries

Rig - rules for Cat 1 & 2

Charging systems

Sails for offshore - the Cruising Wardrobe

Keeping healthy

Fire Safety

Sail trim & new sails

Anchoring

Boat registration

Your Maintenance Records

Taking on crew

Provisioning

Dinghy tips

EPIRB's

Fog signals

Your sailing resumé

Biosecurity

Navigation

Seasickness

COLREGS

Coping in emergencies

Passage planning

Security

Provisioning

Skipper responsibility

Safety gear

Log keeping

Diesel engine basics

Search and Rescue

Fuel systems

Steering

Servicing winches

Heavy Weather Sailing

Checking your rig Anchoring tips Sailing at night

AND MUCH MORE!

Become a member now to join in www.islandcruising.nz

Discounts for ICNZ Members!

Pacific COVID Update The NZ border is still finally open to sailors!!!

New Zealand

Vanuatu

Australia

The NZ maritime border is

Vanuatu has announced that

The border is open to all fully

FINALLY open!

they will reopen the border

vaccinated persons holding a

from 1 July 2022.

current valid visa.

Cook Islands

French Polynesia

Maritime borders re-opened on

Boats with fully vaccinated

NZ - Biosecurity Reminder

1 May to vacccinated yacht

crew can enter French

Remember you need to ensure

crew [over 16] (who can show

Polynesia. If you are interested

that your hull is clean and free

proof of vaccination status).

in sailing to French Polynesia

from any marine growth before

All vessels must land at Avatiu

next year, please let us know.

you arrive in New Zealand.

port, Rarotonga, as first port of

Sail south with us for summer.

More details to come.

entry.

Tonga

Niue

Approval to enter must be

Tonga's maritime border is

The Niue border is closed to all

sought through the

closed until further notice.

yachts until further notice.

Harbourmaster and clearance received from a Customs

Samoa

Fiji

Officer. See Clearance for full

International borders are due

Fiji is open to international

details.

to reopen on 1 August 2022.

travellers and sailors from

Palmerston Island, however,

We are not sure yet how this

December 2021.

remains closed and no

applies to the maritime border.

approval will be granted to any

New Caledonia

vessel seeking to visit

The maritime border is now

Palmerston Island in 2022. At

Join Sailors with COVID

open to sailors as of 14 March

this stage Palmerston Island

Immigration Issues NZ

2022!

Government does not have the

Facebook group for more

capacity to satisfy national

information.

health, biosecurity, customs, immigration and security agencies processes. This will be reviewed again in early 2023.

Island Cruising NZ Become a Member · Whether you own a boat already, are planning on buying one soon, have dreams of sailing offshore someday, or are considering sailing to New Zealand, preparing for a voyage requires that you, your crew and your vessel are knowledgeable, equipped and fully self-sufficient. Island Cruising NZ can help you navigate through all the preparation, administration and coordination of a long coastal or offshore voyage and welcome you to the South West Pacific.

For just NZD$95.00 per annum you will receive: Services, information and advice for long coastal and offshore cruisers and racers.

Newsletters and regular updates.

Exclusive member tips and steps to help you prepare for a long voyage.

Access to exclusive discounts from some of the best marine businesses in New Zealand and the South Pacific. ·Social events, great cruising community connections, activities and rallies.

Mentoring, training seminars and webinars.

Access to our extensive database of local knowledge and advice about sailing in the South Pacific and New Zealand.

Assistance with navigating the ever changing customs, immigration and health requirements for cruisers.

Advocacy and support when things don't go to plan.

Combined knowledge and connections with the Island Cruising community.

Crew matching service for skippers looking for crew or crew looking for a boat.

Join online at www.islandcruising.nz

Publicity, marketing & communications www.marinevoice.net

Clive Bennett clive.bennett@seaboatsbrokers.com +64 27 494 9799

81ft Luxury Caribbean Sailing Yacht

The Doug Peterson Performance Schooner was designed for long range cruising and built in Guernsey by Aqua Star. It is fully airconditioned and features 5 ensuite queen staterooms. Currently operating as a successful lifestyle charter business. This magnificent vessel was built to endure the world’s oceans and upgraded with the latest technology. On the wind she reaches speeds of 8-10 knots and off the wind can exceed 22 knots.

Purchase with option to operate your own Caribbean charter business anywhere from Grenada to the Virgin Islands. The yacht is offered with a British Virgin Island corporate limited company, for tax advantages plus an active Charter Agent. Currently receiving $24K US Dollars 8 people for one week. Owners also have a safe and secure location to haul out during the off season. If required an out of water survey can be completed in Trinidad or Martinique. View online here.

View online here

92ft Dubois Aluminium Ketch ACOA is a beautiful ketch rigged Aluminium cruising yacht, designed by the renowned superyacht designer Ed Dubois. Built by Double & Jesse in Germany for long range passage or coastal voyages. She has been around the world and also explored the Antarctic.

Continuous upgrades and professional maintenance including a refit in Orams Marine New Zealand. Most recently she received a new paint job (superstructure, hull, mast, boom), all electronic systems upgraded and domestic equipment changed. Built in safety features include 3 watertight bulkheads plus access via stern and side boarding platforms.

CITY OF SAILS MARINE YACHT BROKERS – New and Used Boats For Sale – Motor Yachts – Power and Sail – Classic – Multihulls – Launches – Trailer Boats – Marine Products We are based in Auckland and offer offer a very wide selection of recreational and commercial boats of all types, both new and used.

We are full service yacht and boat brokers – with the emphasis on service. We also offer a number of marine services and products, including loan finance, and market and insurance valuations.

WE’RE SELLING BOATS – AND WE NEED NEW LISTINGS! We get results, so talk to us now about listing your boat for sale – we promote your boat through a number of websites and other outlets, including overseas as appropriate.

Phone us any time: Blair Harkness, Mobile 021 245 8809 http://www.cityofsailsmarine.co.nz

DOCKLAND 5 Marine Ltd The perfect place to carry out boat repairs & refresh before your next adventure with haul out & hardstand facilities on the beautiful Whangarei Harbour.

John Peagram Manager Mob: 0274 930 812 | Phone: 09438 8558 | Email: john@dockland5.co.nz

Open Ocean Watermakers has been manufacturing watermakers in the beautiful Bay of Islands of New Zealand since 2001. Terry Forsbrey is the owner of Open Ocean. He and his wife Ariel lived aboard their yacht for 22 years and actively cruised offshore for 12 of those years. During their time on the water, Terry discovered that high tech components in a watermaker are not only unnecessary, they are usually the first thing to break down, and most often in remote locations. When helping out other cruisers, he frequently found that by-passing these components would get their watermakers working once again. That's when he realized that a simple, reliable, and affordablewatermaker could be made.

Terry developed the early version of an engine driven model and took it cruising. He put it to the test for five years. He then returned to New Zealand to design and build a reliable watermaker without any superfluous gadgets. Thus was born a revolutionary new concept in watermakers. One that works all the time, is easy to operate, and doesn’t break the bank.

Island Cruising NZ members get a $300 discount on a new water maker from Open Ocean!

Check out their website

Island Cruising NZ Providing cruisers with support, education & connection Social Connection Running yacht rallies around New Zealand and the South Pacific Environmemt · Organising social events, activities and social media networks · Running a sustainable and environmentally · Learning about and being respectful of the cultures we visit sensitive organisation · Promoting positive social impact, community engagement and · Supporting local and global environmental long-lasting connections with the people we meet initiatives to protect the Ocean and the places we visit · Encouraging sailors to be eco-conscious and reduce their impact on the environment · Promoting Citizen Science projects aimed at ocean health Support · Being an inclusive, diverse and supportive community · Advocating for and assisting sailors in need · Advice on immigration clearances & formalities · Yacht tracking and shore crew support ·

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Education Assisting sailors to prepare themselves, their vessel and crew for long coastal or offshore voyages · Promoting Safer Boating initiatives · Being a rich pool of knowledge, support and resources for cruisers · Encouraging upskilling and good seamanship

Collaboration · Supporting the strategic direction of Yachting New Zealand · Forming strong relationships with yacht clubs to promote longcoastal and offshore races, rallies and cruising events and activities · Promoting Safer Boating and good seamanship alongside Coastguard and Maritime New Zealand · Partnering with Down Under Rally to promote cruising in the South Pacific

Communication · Producing a regular newsletter to keep cruisers informed on the latest cruise news, upcoming events and promoting partner products & businesses. · Promoting the New Zealand Marine industry and providing a positive and mutually beneficial connection to their target market · Encouraging and welcoming international sailors to New Zealand