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Kohimarama sailors Oli Stone and Bella Jenkins have done ‘the double’ at the Zhik Tanner and Tauranga Cup in Wellington this month.

Auckland has been awash with sails in recent times after more than 100 days of lockdown, especially with the return of keelboat racing.

I know many of you, like me, will be looking forward to a break over the Christmas period after what has been a difficult year.

The four Yachting New Zealand regional development managers take a look at what has been happening in their areas and also remind you of how important it is to recognise the work done by those behind the scenes.

The first weekend of the new Covid Protection Framework (traffic light system) was ushered in with some great racing and hospitality at the Queen Charlotte Yacht Club earlier this month.

Race Officials make a huge contribution to yacht clubs around New Zealand and a number recently qualified or had their qualifications revalidated.

Anything from a Starling and Sunburst to Feva and Farr 3.7 will line up for Sunday's third attempt at the inaugural Bridge to Bean race.

The country moved to the Covid Protection Framework recently, which has seen a few changes to the way yachting and boating clubs operate, and we felt it was important to present some more clarity around what is an event and what is a gathering.

Covid-19 been both a blessing and a curse for the P Class as the traditional Kiwi class gears up for next month's Tanner and Tauranga Cups.

Get close to the action by offering to help out at February's Oceanbridge NZL Sailing Regatta at the Wakatere Boating Club.

Being a race coach is one of the most rewarding experiences you can have as a mentor and Yachting New Zealand have now made it easier for more people to get involved.

Yachting New Zealand today launched a Clean Club programme, a world-leading initiative for yachting and boating clubs to help protect and enhance the coastlines, oceans and waterways in this country.

They jumped to rescue American Magic after their dramatic capsize and now they have been awarded a prize to help rescue the world's coral reefs.

It’s fair to say Erica Dawson has had a big year in 2021 for a number of different reasons.

Applications are open for the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron and Heritage Expeditions Young Explorer scholarships, which will see a voyage to the New Zealand Subantarctic Islands next month.

The lack of high-level racing over the last two years was a significant factor in the fortunes of two Kiwis at the ILCA 6 (Laser Radial) world championships which finished up in Oman overnight (NZ time).

We don't tend to have white Christmases in New Zealand but it can be greener if you and your family consider a few things when buying and wrapping gifts for friends and family this year.

Some of the things to consider include:

The four Yachting New Zealand regional development managers take a look at what has been happening in their areas and also highlight how they can help clubs and coaches connect.

This month's Yachting New Zealand Christmas Cup headlines a return to what is hoped to be a full summer of youth sailing.

Results from this year's Voice of the Participant Survey highlight how highly valued yachting and boating clubs are with their members and in their community.

 achting New Zealand's online member card for the 2021/22 season is available for you now so you can make the most of the great benefits available.

GOfuel offer no-fees fuel cards for Mobil, BP and Z, which apply a discount for every litre purchased.

Yachting New Zealand hope a full programme of activities associated with their schools programme, Kōkōkaha - Powered by Wind, will be on offer in term 1, 2022.

Uncertainty over Covid restrictions, among other organisational issues, has forced the cancellation of next year's CRC Bay of Islands Sailing Week.

It will feel like a new era for many different reasons at February's Oceanbridge NZL Sailing Regatta at the Wakatere Boating Club.

A couple of weeks ago, Tom Saunders became just the second New Zealander to win the Laser world title in nearly 50 years of trying.

Pete Waters invariably succeeded at anything he put his mind to - he was a top sailor, rower, rugby player, jazz musician, business owner and husband and father - and even confounded doctors in his fight with skin cancer.

Yachting New Zealand are seeking greater clarity around today's announcement that a marine mammal sanctuary will be implemented in Te Pēwhairangi / Bay of Islands next month.

The four Yachting New Zealand regional development managers take a look at what has been happening in their areas and also highlight the work Regional Sports Trusts can do to help your club.

Sport New Zealand have recently released some guidance that sets out their current position on vaccinations, which would be useful for clubs to review following today's government announcements.

With summer fast approaching, it’s important to check before heading out on the water that you have the necessary equipment to keep you and your whānau safe.

There was cause for double celebration in Christchurch last weekend as the area picked up two major gongs at the 2021 Volvo Yachting Excellence Awards.