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MO-2024-207 Pilot vessel Takitimu II, grounding, Striling Point, Bluff, New Zealand, 26 December 2024

NB: The below is a brief plain English summary of key points in the TAIC interim factual report. The Commission's report speaks for itself: taic.org.nz/inquiry/mo-2024-207...

Unforgettable spectacle at Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta

After a week of wild weather, Auckland was treated to blustery conditions for the 2026 edition of the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, delivering dramatic racing and a harbour full of spectacle on Anniversary Day.The challenging conditions resulted in reduced fleets for some events, with many competitors opting to preserve their vessels rather than risk damage in the gusty winds and choppy seas. Those who did venture out were rewarded with fantastic racing and an unforgettable day on the water,...

Sporty FREE Web Tools Workshop

Save time and improve your communication & administration with Sporty.co.nz - the largest provider of websites and online tools for sports clubs and schools in NZ.Date: Thursday 12th February, 2026Venue: Auckland Netball Centre (Function room), 7 Allison Ferguson Drive, St Johns, Auckland...

Make sure you're racing this Anniversary Weekend

With Kawau Race Week postponed and Mahurangi Regatta cancelled, there's still time to make sure you're racing this Anniversary Weekend by entering the Auckland Anniversary Regatta on Monday 26 January.After a wild week of weather, the forecast for Monday is looking good - a fresh westerly breeze of 10-15 knots, and fine conditions with no rain (finally!)After 186 years, this Regatta remains one of Auckland’s most loved events - drawing thousands of spectators to the waterfront and putting our ...

Season's Greetings from the Exotic Caulerpa Team

As the year draws to a close, we want to express our sincere appreciation for the collective efforts of everyone involved in the important work to find, understand and manage exotic caulerpa.Your commitment to protecting our marine environment has made a real difference in the fight against this invasive seaweed.This holiday season, if you’re heading out on the water, please check your anchors and gear for any signs of caulerpa before moving location. If you find attached seaweed, contain it s...

Experience the iFLY 15 Foiling Catamaran – Now in New Zealand!

With a fleet of over 250 foiling boats worldwide, iFLY is recognized as one of the most successful foiling classes across the globe. Now, for the first time, Kiwi sailors have the chance to see and experience it firsthand.Check out this YouTube video of the first foiling session in Rangitoto Channel:➡ Watch the action here : https://youtu.be/AuFE3pRGPDgFrom 16 January to 14 February, you have the opportunity to schedule a session to see and sail the iFLY.It’s a lot easier and less ...

Keelboats - let’s fill the harbour again!

If you’ve been on the water for Anniversary Day over the last few years, you’ll know the inner Waitematā still comes alive - the tugboats thunder off the line, the classic launches put on a stunning display, and crowds pack the waterfront to watch.But then... there’s a gap.Where once dozens of keelboats surged across the start line in the Harbour Races, we now see only a handful. It leaves a hole in the spectacle - and we’d love your help to bring that energy back....

Exotic Caulerpa - New Controlled Area Notices in force on 1st October

Biosecurity New Zealand has updated the legal controls for parts of the upper North Island to help prevent the spread of exotic caulerpa seaweed. There are now two categories of controls that should be easier to understand and most importantly, continue to help prevent the spread of exotic caulerpaigning these new CANs, we’ve worked with partners, stakeholders and communities, considering feedback from meetings and an online survey. There are now two categories of controls that should be ...

AYBA Club Event Calender

The yacht & boating club event calendar is now live! Check it out here: https://www.ayba.org.nz/club-event-calendar/...

Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta returns in 2026

New Zealand’s oldest sporting event - the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta - returns on Monday 26 January 2026, with organisers promising another diverse line-up of fleets and some exciting new additions to reinvigorate the 186-year-old event.For more information: https://regatta.org.nz/...

Looking at the future of Exotic Caulerpa Controlled Area Notices

Biosecurity New Zealand is inviting interested groups and individuals to provide input into a review of the Controlled Area Notices (CANs) that are being used to prevent spread of exotic caulerpa through human activities.There are currently CANs in place at five locations: Aotea Great Barrier Island, Ahuahu Great Mercury Island, Waiheke Island, Hauturu-o-Toi/Little Barrier Island and Te Rāwhiti Inlet in the Bay of Islands, Northland. They vary but generally place some restriction on anchoring a...

Exotic Caulerpa Response Update - August 2025

Since late 2024, NIWA (now Earth Sciences New Zealand (ESNZ)) has been researching biomass changes in exotic caulerpa. The scientists say these declines were mostly on soft, sandy seabed, while some caulcaulerpaotic caulerpa cover at some sites where it had previously been abundant.That research is now complete, and the finalised report confirms significant reductions in the coverage of exotic caulerpa seaweed in some areas where there had been heavy infestation.While these reductions are no...

AYBA 2025 AGM

We will be voting on our new constitution and we have an exciting guest speaker:Dimitri Colella - Biosecurity & CaulerpaWe hope to see you there....

Exotic Caulerpa Response Update - July 2025

New biosecurity rules are in place at Hauturu o Toi Little Barrier Island, making it illegal to anchor anywhere around the island without a permit from Biosecurity New Zealand. So far, 17 small areas of exotic caulerpaotice issued today and are in response to the discovery of exotic caulerpa in a number of small patches on the island’s north and east coasts.As well as the anchoring ban, the CAN prohibits any form of fishing in the Controlled Area that contacts the seabed such as netting, d...

Press Release - Ōkahu Bay

Ōrākei Local Board to vote on Public Haul-Out Yard Proposal (Ōkahu Bay)View press release here...

MO-2023-203 Container vessel Shiling, loss of control, Wellington harbour, 15 April 2023

NB: The below is a brief plain English summary of key points in the report. The Commission's report speaks for itself -- you can download the full document here: www.taic.org.nz/inquiry/mo-2023-203....

MO-2024-203 FV Chokyu Maru No.68, grounding, The Noises, Hauraki Gulf, 16 April 2024

NB: The below is a brief plain English summary of key points in the report. The Commission's report speaks for itself -- you can download the full document here: www.taic.org.nz/inquiry/mo-2024-203....

A Farewell Message

The Auckland Yachting & Boating Association (AYBA) extends its best wishes to Dave Abercrombie on his retirement.We often aspire to leave things better than we found them—and Dave has certainly done just that during his time at the helm of Yachting New Zealand.Thank you, Dave, for the support you have shown the AYBA. We’ve greatly valued your insights and the dedication of your team, who have consistently supported our executive and the many boating clubs throughout the Auckland region.W...

AYBA Winter Newsletter 2025

As the winter boating season gets underway, we’re excited to bring you the latest updates from across Auckland’s vibrant yachting and boating community.AYBA Winter Newsletter 2025...

An Update and in support of the Little Shoal Bay Boat Owners Association

Ahoy All,It's that time of year again and the boats need some love! With the Little Shoal Bay Boat Owners Association currently having no license to occupy the boatyard area, we will be operating from the club mooring (LZ062) on the mud flat in the bay.Per Auckland Council's 'Clean Boating' document we are permitted (and encouraged) to clean level 1 & 2 bio fouling from hulls. Any more severe bio-fouling will require photographs for BioSecurity NZ, drop sheets for collection and supervision ...

Exotic Caulerpa Response Update - May 2025

Two of the three significant projects to fast-track caulerpa removal tools are currently under trial in Omakiwi Cove in the Bay of Islands and will shortly move to the Hauraki Gulf....

AYBA supports Kohi YC - 2025 Nationals

At the end of last year, the Auckland P Class sailing community united to ship 17 P Class yachts to Christchurch for the 2025 Nationals. Spearheaded by Kohimarama Yacht Club, the initiative brought together five Auckland clubs with the shared goal of reducing costs, pooling resources, and making it easier for sailors to compete in the South Island event.We believe it’s vital for Auckland clubs to collaborate in growing the class and supporting the next generation of sailors. The 17 boats sent ...

AYBA Open Forum Meeting - 5 May 2025

We have an open forum meeting coming up on the 5th May 2025 and we have 2  special guest speakers.CoastguardSpeakers: Ronelle Maritz, Simon Marshall and Sarah PsailaTopics: courses that we offer, what we do with our Community Engagement side of the business (including Bar crossing seminars) and our Safe Boating programmeHarbourmasterAndrew HaytonSail GP from a Harbourmaster perspectiveMonday 5th May 2025 at 7pmPonsonby Cruising ClubALL WELCOME - Supper will be served...

MO-2023-206 Fishing vessel Austro Carina stranding, Banks Peninsula 24 September 2023

NB: The below is a brief plain English summary of key points in the report. The Commission's report speaks for itself -- you can download the full document here: www.taic.org.nz/inquiry/mo-2023-206...

Evolution Sails NZ Women on Water Weekend: A celebration of women’s sailing at Gulf Harbour

The Evolution Sails NZ Women on Water Weekend at Gulf Harbour Yacht Club was nothing short of spectacular! With amazing weather, it was the perfect setting for three days of racing, learning, and connection.From seasoned competitors to those hoisting a sail for the very first time, the weekend was about more than just winning—it was about the friendships forged, the confidence built, and the sheer joy of being out on the water. As the organisers put it, “And soooo many newbies falling in lo...