Cruise News July 2022

issue 14

Cruise News Newsletter of Island Cruising NZ

In this issue Update from the Pacific Cruise the Maldives South Island Rally Launch!

Solo Trans-Tasman True vs Apparent Wind

July 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 ISSN ISSN 2815-911X

on the cover Q2 cruising in Fiji on the Pacific Rally Photo by Lewis Allen

photos and news contributions are welcome

issue 14

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

Pacific Rally 2022 Update on our adventures in Fiji

South Island Rally Launch Join our webinar about the South Island Rally this summer.

True vs Apparent Wind A sample of one of our cruising workshops

Treating Hypothermia some tips for winter sailing in NZ

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

Sail to the Maldives Captain Ron the salty boat dog Photo by Lewis Allen

Treating Hypothermia

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From the helm Kia ora from chilly Christchurch! I am just back from fabulous Fiji where I was up welcoming the second group of the Pacific Rally. We had a wonderful lunch out at the stunning Cloud 9 floating bar, catching up with lots of yachties over that side. I then spent a week cruising the spectacular Yasawa Islands with my Mum and Son. This time the main group of rally boats arrived in at Vuda Marina - just north of Nadi where they were welcomed with a wonderful song from the staff which brought a tear to many eyes. It was a relief for everyone to be in safe after what had been a bit of a challenging passage and it was lovely to spend some time with them hearing all about the trip.

The group had reasonably sporty conditions when they left Whangārei at the beginning of July. The brisk southerly carried them north quickly but it came with some uncomfortable seas.

About 3 days in they reached the middle of the high and had a couple of days of motoring on a calm ocean, before the trade winds kicked in for their final few days, moderate winds combined with a high swell and confused sea made this last part of the passage a bit tiring.

There were a few issues along the way with three boats reporting getting sea water in their fuel - most likely coming in through the fuel tank breather. One boat had issues with a propeller shaft falling out - thankfully on the calm day and it was able to be repaired, another had a small electrical fire, some had alternator issues and another a broken forestay.

Two boats stopped at Minerva and had a wonderful couple of days exploring there.

Overall I was really pleased with how well prepared all the rally boats were. Yes breakages can happen, but if you know your boat, have got the right tools, and spares on board, you can keep calm and get the job done.

Thanks too to Peter Mott - our Passage Guardian who is also on watch for all the boats that sign up to use his service on the passage.

He is an extra pair of eyes for me, helping with the tracking and is a very useful person to have on hand if things go wrong.

We spend a lot of time focusing on getting your vessel, your crew and you ready for a long coastal or offshore voyage with our Cruising Preparation Workshops. If you are planning a trip in the future, I highly recommend you sign up. It is just $95 a year. You'll get a weekly email with bite sized pieces of the Cat 1 Regulations to tick off your "to-do" list, and these are often accompanied with fantastic discounts from our sponsors.

Speaking of sponsors, I am heading over to the Sydney Boat Show this weekend and am really looking forward to catching up with the teams from Windcraft Yachts, Multihull Solutions & the Yacht Sales Co. They have been wonderful supporters of Island Cruising and I can't wait to check out some of the fabulous boats they'll have on display.

I'll also be on the look out for more fun partners of Island Cruising that our members can spend their boating budgets on when getting prepared for the adventures ahead.

In a couple of weeks time on the 8th August I will be launching the South Island Rally on a webinar, and the plans for the Pacific in 2023 are in the final stages of coming together. We've got a social night coming up at Gulf Harbour Yacht Club, a webinar on boat Mechanical & Electrical essentials, another webinar presented by the organisers of a rally in the Maldives, and there is still time to get a flight and room booked if you'd like to join us up in Fiji for Regatta week! The Coastal Classic have also announced that they've got a rally division in their iconic event and entries are now open for the Solo Trans Tasman Race too. We are also partnering with Down Under Rally to run an Oz to NZ Rally over the summer.

More details on all of the above can be found in the newsletter.

I'd like to thank the Pacific Rally participants for letting me share their amazing photographs of their adventures with you, and also thank everyone who helped to take part in the Musket Cove beach clean up this week. It is important that we all do our bit to help the ocean environment and also support and be respectful of the communities who so generously welcome us in to their Island homes.

I hope you enjoy this edition of Cruise News. Happy sailing and thanks for all your support!

Cheers. Viki

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Making new friends

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Meeting the locals

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exploring exciting destinations

Cleaning up the beach

Upcoming Members Events 2 August - Mechanical & Electrical Webinar - More details here.

20 October - Naval Point Christchurch Social Night - speaker TBA

8 August - South Island Rally Webinar Learn about our plans to sail South this Summer. Come watch SailGP in Lyttelton! Details here.

24 November - Devonport Yacht Club Adventures on the Pacific Rally

18 August - Naval Point Christchurch Badass Ways to Fund Your Cruising Lifestyle 23 August - Gulf Harbour Yacht Club Island Cruising Social Night - hear about the upcoming Pacific & South Island Rallies 13 - 19 September - Musket Cove Regatta week

27 November - Nautilus Braids Christchurch Social Night - visit the incredible Nautilus Braids factory to see how braided rope is made 8 December - Auckland Social Night - speaker TBA 28 December - South Island Rally Sail South for Summer! Registrations opening soon!

18-19 March 23 - SailGP in Lyttelton

22 September - Naval Point Christchurch Social Night - speaker TBA

31 March 23 - Rally to Japan departs 7 May 23 - Rally to the Pacific departs

7 October - Auckland Social Night - speaker TBA

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Pearls of Boating Mechanical & Electrical Wisdom Would you like more confidence, to be able to fix things if (or more likely) when the proverbial hits the fan? Do you want to know what else as well as engine oil needs regular maintenance on board? Would you like to be able to make more informed choices when specifying equipment for the boat? Or you would simply like more skills in the tool box with the tools!!

Join Ross as he shares some pearls of (mechanical and electrical) wisdom. We'll take a quick look at how deep the river runs when it comes to on board systems and how much knowledge you really do need to know before you head off-shore. If you realise there are more than a few holes in the ring fence - then you might like to consider joining Ross on one of his week-long Boat Maintenance course's.

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Know the Rules?

If you or your crew are sailing at night and come across these lights: What kind of vessel is this?

Which way is it moving?

What would you do?

Find the Answer on the next page...

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Know the Rules?

Answer: This is a vessel towing, the length of tow is over 200m long - the object being towed is a long way away and you didn't notice the additional red light in the distance...

It is moving from right to left.

You need to give way If you adjusted your course to pass astern, and didn't realise it was a vessel towing, you might have lost your rig or have the tow line wrapped around your rudder...

Do you and your crew know the COLREG's?

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Yachting NZ Excellence Awards From national accomplishments through to world titles, New Zealand sailors continue to excel which will make the job of the judges a difficult one when they meet to decide the winners at the 2022 Aon Yachting Excellence Awards.

Nominations for this year's awards have opened and there have already been a number of notable achievements in the nomination period (September 1, 2021-August 31, 2022).

Last year Emirates Team New Zealand picked up the big prize, the Orbit World Travel Sailor of the Year award, for the fifth time since the award was first handed out in 1963.

The awards recognise achievements at all levels of the sport, as well as the work done by individuals behind the scenes. That's where we need your help so you can let us know who you think is worthy of picking up one of the many awards.

The following award categories are recognised: Orbit World Travel Sailor of the Year Award for the Sir Bernard Fergusson Trophy Aon Male Sailor of the Year Award Aon Female Sailor of the Year Award NZL Sailing Foundation Young Male Sailor of the Year Award NZL Sailing Foundation Young Female Sailor of the Year Award Yachting New Zealand Coach of the Year Official of the Year Aon Emerging Talent Award Lawson's Dry Hills President's Award Young Leadership Award North Sails Sportsmanship Award Yachting New Zealand Sustainability Award Yachting New Zealand Service Awards supported by Boating New Zealand Yachting New Zealand Performance Awards Yachting New Zealand Youth Performance Awards Yachting New Zealand Cruising Awards Nominations close on September 1, 2022, and can be done online here.

The awards will be presented at a gala dinner hosted by Jesse Tuke at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron on November 18, 2022. Tickets will go on sale in September.

Savaadheeththa Dhathuru Maldives Yacht Rally 2023 and 2024

Ever dreamed of cruising the Maldives? Join us on a webinar & Q&A Session, to explore this exciting destination.

“Savaadheeththa Dhathuru” is a MITDC flagship voyage, that aims to showcase the beauty, diversity and cultural melting pot that is Maldives, that can only be experienced within the local islands. After successfully completing the first edition of the Savaadheeththa Dhathuru in 2022, MITDC are approaching the second edition in 2023, with great confidence and determination. Sailors from all across the globe are invited to participate in a journey across the Maldives seas, making stops at 9 local islands, exploring the heritage, culture, cuisine and experiencing famous dive sites, sandbanks and more.

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I have been based in New Zealand for the past 5 years after cruising on and off for 8 years, having sailed the East Coast of Africa, the West and East Coasts of Australia as well as Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. My wife and I live on our boat and are still fully involved in the cruising lifestyle. I am a Licensed Immigration Adviser for New Zealand and, as a yachtie, have a particular interest in helping yachties with their immigration issues. Island Cruising NZ Members get a 30% discount

Solo Trans-Tasman Challenge 2023 Following the postponement of the 2022 Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge due to the unpredictable end of COVID, the race committee has now made the decision to start the 14th race of this historical Southern hemisphere event on 9 April 2023, 13:00hrs.

Entries Welcome Provisional entries are welcome now. The closing date for provisional entries is 31st August 2022. There are currently three skippers entered with expressions of interest from 11 other Australian skippers and 13 from New Zealand skippers. There are three divisions: Adventure class – Monohull; Adventure class - Multihull and IRC. Line honours is awarded the Sir Francis Chichester Trophy.

Ray White Trans-Tasman Link The Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge has been an inspirational link between New Zealand and Australia for more than 50 years, so it’s fitting that our new major sponsor also has TransTasman links.

Ray White New Plymouth has come on board with the naming rights for the 2023 race. That’s a level of support that the real estate franchise owners, Jane and Carey Simonson, say reflects the reach of the Ray White brand. The brand began and grew in Australia before extending its business across the Tasman to New Zealand and Ray White is now a leading real estate business throughout Australasia.

New Gold Coast Finish The 50th anniversary of the Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge in 2023 will feature a new finishing destination, making it easier for sailors to clear customs. The 2023 edition of the race will finish at the Southport Yacht Club on Queensland’s Gold Coast rather than Mooloolaba. It will once again start from the New Plymouth Yacht Club, Taranaki.

Historical Race The Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge is contested every four years and is the second-oldest continuously-run single-handed ocean race in the world. Second to the OSTAR (Observer Singlehanded Trans Atlantic Race) from Plymouth, UK to Rhode Island, USA. It's the only race of its kind in the southern hemisphere. The 2023 race will cover 1240 nautical miles.

Regular updates about the race will be posted on the race website and if you stay subscribed to this newsletter you will be notified of any new posts the week they are posted.

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True vs Apparent Wind

If you're hanging out at any yacht club bar, reading your instruments or talking about sail trim, then chances are you've heard people talking about things like true wind speed and apparent wind angle. Well what does all that mean anyway?

What is True Wind?

Imagine you are standing still in a paddock. There is a light breeze of 5 knots coming from the north.

This is the true wind speed and the true wind angle or direction. It is the actual speed of the wind as it passes over the land or surface of the sea. It is also the apparent wind as this is the same wind that you are feeling when you are standing still.

What is Apparent Wind?

Imagine you are still in the paddock with the 5 knot northerly, and you start running north at 5 knots. You are now 'feeling' 10 knots of wind. The 5 knots of true wind, plus the fact that you are running at 5 knots - gives you 10 knots of 'apparent wind'. It isn't actually blowing 10 knots but because you are running that fast in to the wind that is what you feel.

If however you run south - with the wind behind you, and you run at 5 knots - i.e. the same speed as the wind, then you will feel no apparent wind at all.

Apparent wind is a combination of wind direction and the direction and speed of the moving object. The two winds, the actual wind and the wind created by the motion, are added together and this is your apparent wind.

Picture by Richard Loseby of Bella Vita setting off on the #pacificrally2022

Why do we need to know this?

It is important to understand the difference between true and apparent wind for a number of reasons. Weather forecasts will give you the true wind speed and direction. This will also determine the sea state.

When you are sailing your vessel, you will be wanting to set a sail plan based on the apparent wind. The wind we feel on our face is the same wind that the sails feel. So we sail to the apparent wind, and not to the true wind and then we can also take advantage of apparent wind to sail faster.

For example if you are going to be sailing down wind in 25kts, and your boat speed with your spinnaker up is 10kts speed over the ground, the actual wind hitting your sails is the equivalent of just 15 kts (25kts - 10kts = 15kts).

However if you turn around and head upwind and your upwind boat speed is 6kts, then the apparent wind feels much stronger like 31 knots! (25kts+6kts = 31kts).

Apparent wind speed is entirely dependent on how fast you are travelling and at what angle to the true wind speed.

True wind speed helps you to forecast the sea state, but your direction of travel will help determine how you will experience this wind.

Reading Your Instruments Modern instruments are quickly able to measure apparent wind speed and, by a simple calculation based upon the vessel’s speed and direction they will instantly inform us of the true and apparent wind speed. However, it’s important to make sure your instruments are calibrated and regularly checked, otherwise the information you will receive will be of little use.

Pic - by Crystal Cowan, shows the Archer crew experiencing lots of apparent wind as they cruise along through the Lau group in their dinghy

Sailing with Apparent Wind You might have noticed on the Americas Cup & SailGP foiling boats that they sail everywhere with their sails sheeted in the entire time. The faster they go the apparent wind angle decreases and moves further forward as the apparent wind speed increases.

Imagine you are back in the paddock with the 5 knot northerly blowing. If you start running east at 5 knots, the apparent wind speed will feel like it is coming from the north east. If you run faster - like 10 knots, the wind angle will move forward to be coming at you directly from the east - or right on the nose.

Apparent wind can also be dramatically affected by changes in the tidal stream. Sailing with the tide will increase your boat speed over the ground and with it, apparent wind.

So when it comes to really using the boat effectively you must always trim the sails according to the apparent wind speed and angle, not the true wind.

So in summary, the difference between true wind and apparent wind will always depend on our course, and its strength will be different with a tailwind or crosswind. Plus, it changes depending on the speed at which we sail. During the voyage, we don’t change power depending on the direction of the real wind (according to the weather and other influences) but also the apparent wind, which is related to our course and speed, which is constantly changing.

Picture by Martin Bennett of Champagne sailing down the East Coast of the South Island on the #southislandrally2021

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Hypothermia When you're sailing around New Zealand in winter, (or in summer too for that matter!) there is a risk that if you or your crew get too cold you might end up with Hypothermia.

Mild hypothermia starts when the body temperature is between 32-35C. It is important to catch people when they have mild symptoms as they can quickly deteriorate. When their body temperature reaches 32C they often stop shivering completely. This is a sign that they require emergency medical help as soon as possible.

Prevention The best strategy is to prevent hypothermia occurring in the first place. Ensure your crew are dressed correctly and protected from the weather. On cold nights in poor conditions, shorten the watches to give people less time being outside exposed to the elements. Have a dodger to protect the crew from the wind, rain and waves. Get an autohelm so crew can keep watch from a sheltered position without having to stand at the helm for long periods.

Crew members should invest in some decent wet weather gear, sea boots, thick socks, thermal underclothing, gloves, scarf or neck warmer and a warm hat. Try to stay dry, and when you go below to rest, change in to some dry thermals and have a nice warm sleeping bag to get in to. Tell your skipper if you are feeling cold.

Symptoms of Hypothermia In cold conditions, keep a close watch on your crew.

Watch for signs of: Feeling cold Shivering Slurring speech, confusion, memory loss Muscle stiffness Pale skin Shallow fast breathing Numbness in hands & feet Exhaustion and drowsiness Possible loss of consciousness Weak pulse Dialated pupils Death

Hypothermia continued...

Treatment If you suspect a crew member has hypothermia, here is how you should treat them.

Warm them up SLOWLY Do NOT give them any alcoholic drinks Do NOT rub them - if they are wet - dry them carefully Do NOT put them in a hot shower or bath Go inside & lay them down Remove wet clothes Wrap them in blankets – and warm dry clothes hats, gloves, scarves, socks – warm clothing Warm their core first (not hands & feet) wrap hotties in a towel – do not apply directly to the skin Give warm sweet fluids – avoid alcohol and caffeine Monitor them constantly until they warm up - this could take hours If unconscious lay them in the recovery position and call for help Monitor them - check pulse, breathing and consciousness Your Tasks This Week Assess your cockpit. Do you have adequate protection from the elements? Is there any way this could be improved?

Are your berths watertight? Do you have nice dry mattresses, sleeping bags & bedding?

If you are a crew member - how good is your wet weather gear? If sailing in cold conditions you need sea boots, decent socks, thermal leggings and top, mid-layer jerseys, gloves, neck warmer and a warm beanie. Remember you can get an excellent discount from Helly Hansen (order through Island Cruising to get a discount). Take extra dry clothes to change in to when you come off watch.

Keep an eye on other crew members and take extra care in cold conditons

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Hydrovane What do people say about theirs?

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The Hydrovane is by far the best investment we have made on LeeAnn so far. It really saved our bacon out there. If we didn’t have it, I honestly don’t know what we would’ve done.

As you know, our rudder tube failed while at sea and our only option was to drop our main rudder as it was causing too much stress on the tube. Then sail home 550 miles with the Hydrovane rudder only. The Hydrovane quite literally saved us and our boat.

We specifically decided on the Hydrovane because of the fact that it has it’s own rudder!! There are many windvanes out there but a lot of them work by steering the boats own rudder. With the Hydrovane, you lock off your wheel and the Hydrovane does all the work, saving wear and tear on your boats steering system which is a huge plus!

We bought ours at the Seattle boat show in 2019 from Will and Sarah Curry, the Hydrovane company’s owner/ operators. Their customer service was incredible from the ordering process to installation help and advice on use. We ended up becoming great friends!

We finally met up with Will and Sarah in Barra de Navidad Mexico a couple months ago while they were cruising on their boat. Will even made it a point to come over and make sure our Hydrovane was in correct adjustment.

The one piece of advice he gave us that we wish we would’ve taken was, GET A TILLER PILOT! Even if you have a great electric autopilot and backups, that isn’t going to help you if you lose your rudder. Jamie and I had to handsteer the Hydrovane rudder 12 hrs a day each for 5 days. Not fun! A tiller pilot could’ve done most of that work for us.

We will never go to sea again without a Hydrovane, tiller pilot for the vane, and a small drogue. (A drogue to aid in rudderless steering). We put together a makeshift drogue and bridal (pics 5 &6) and it really helped but the real thing would’ve been better 😉 Will and Sarah were there for us with advice on our sat phone the whole way home on our rudderless journey. We owe a big THANK YOU to our good friends Will, Sarah and the Hydrovane company. If you are on the fence on a self steering windvane, get a Hydrovane. You won’t regret it!! #hydrovane

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Publicity, marketing & communications www.marinevoice.net

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

Impressive 18.5m (63ft) Cruising Ketch NZD$399,000

This Huntingford yacht is a fast and comfortable open ocean cruising ketch. She has everything you need and easily handled. It presents in great condition, thanks to her fastidious owner. Relaunched July 1 after $7k service: antifouled, zincs, Propspeed, through hull servicing, now good for 2 years or more.

Custom designed and built in the US constructed in timber and GPR to a very high standard. Superbly equipped and has completed many ocean passages with just two crew. The vessel has been imported into NZ; with duty and GST paid. All electrics meet both NZ and US standards. The boat is fitted out with all the safety, navigation, and domestic equipment you need. On deck, the hard dodger and full set of tropical awnings provide protection from sun, spray and wind. All controls from both masts leading to the cockpit.

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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!

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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