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The 2026 Burnsco Elliott 5.9 national championships delivered a regatta that demanded patience, resilience and nerve — and ultimately confirmed Shapeshifter as the boat to beat in the class once again.
Several New Zealand crews featured in the fleet at the 2026 JJ Giltinan 18ft Skiff World Championship on Sydney Harbour, with three Kiwi teams finishing across the 27-boat leaderboard after the nine-race regatta.
- Yachting New Zealand is launching a comprehensive review of its national membership model and club affiliation fee structure and is seeking expressions of interest from individuals to help lead the work.
The review aims to ensure the current system aligns with the evo
The Transport and Infrastructure Committee is considering expanding a proposed lifejacket law to cover all recreational boaties, following strong public support.
Our NZCT regional development managers bring you the latest news from their clubs around the country, as well as an important clarification on the Aon Yachting New Zealand club scheme.
Sailing results often hinge on technical precision, composure, and quiet resolve — both on the racecourse and in the protest room.
These are qualities that New Zealand’s newest international sailing judge, David McIntyre, possesses in abundance.
The sailing season has already delivered a packed calendar of national championships, with titles decided across the country and plenty of close racing along the way.
New Zealand boatbuilding innovation will headline a strong line-up of new launches, technology releases and international premieres at the Auckland Boat Show, from 5 to 8 March 2026, with locally designed and built vessels leading the charge at the country’s premier marine event as it celeb
Record numbers in the Optimist fleets and a commanding display by female sailors in the Starling class defined the 2026 Interislander Optimist Challenge and Port Marlborough Youth Classes Regatta, hosted by the Queen Charlotte Yacht Club on 21 and 22 February.
