http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.ayba.org.nz en-us Wed, 17 Jun 2026 21:37:43 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/164524/volunteer-opportunity--skippers--divers-wanted-koura-dive-survey-waiheke-island/ Kōura Dive Survey, a community-based monitoring programme run by the Waiheke Marine Project.About the surveyEach year, we get volunteer divers and skippers out to survey kōura (crayfish) populations around Waiheke Island, directly supporting the rāhui laid by Ngāti Pāoa and contributing to the knowledge base that underpins their efforts to restore the health of their coastal waters. It's a meaningful, community-led kaupapa, and it only happens because of people who give their time and heart... Wed, 13 May 2026 15:15:59 +1200 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post164524 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/164352/ora-ocean-regeneration-aotearoa/ We had the pleasure of hosting ORA (Ocean Regeneration Aotearoa) on Monday evening, where they shared an insightful and inspiring talk about the innovative work they’re planning in the Hauraki Gulf.It’s an exciting and meaningful vision for the future of our marine environment. We encourage everyone to read more about their initiatives below and get involved — or simply take the opportunity to learn more about the incredible work being done.https://www.oranz.org/... Thu, 07 May 2026 16:23:22 +1200 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post164352 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/164240/exotic-caulerpa-update-may-2026/ Here is information about three workshops taking place over the next fortnight in Russell and Aotea - Great Barrier Island.... Wed, 06 May 2026 15:11:47 +1200 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post164240 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/post/164158/ayba-clubs--delegates-meeting-may-2026/ ... Mon, 04 May 2026 16:21:30 +1200 http://www.ayba.org.nz/blog/#post164158 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