http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.ayba.org.nz en-us Sat, 14 Mar 2026 03:53:04 +1300 Rocketspark http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/161196/ayba-new-constitution/ Please click here to download our new constitution. Accepted under the Incorporated Societies Act 2022.... Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:29:01 +1300 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post161196 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/161193/caulerpa-update-march-2026/ After a period of reducing caulerpa presence for much of 2025, recent surveillance across the Bay of Islands and at Aotea Great Barrier Island indicates exotic caulerpa biomass is increasing, with regrowth in known areas and some new detections. We have several research, surveillance and removal projects underway to track these changes in biomass and minimisee, particularly Opito and Paroa Bays, where multiple areas of patchy caulerpa have been confirmed and prioritised for treatment to control ... Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:22:21 +1300 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post161193 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/160303/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... Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:39:55 +1300 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post160303 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/159601/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,... Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:18:58 +1300 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post159601 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/159441/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... Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:42:29 +1300 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post159441 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/159281/make-sure-youre-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 ... Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:16:16 +1300 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post159281 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/159011/seasons-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... Tue, 20 Jan 2026 17:10:30 +1300 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post159011 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/158739/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 ... Wed, 14 Jan 2026 14:11:25 +1300 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post158739 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/158172/keelboats--lets-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.... Tue, 16 Dec 2025 15:26:21 +1300 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post158172 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/153389/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 ... Thu, 02 Oct 2025 17:45:56 +1300 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post153389