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  • Peter Burling

    Peter Burling was today named the 2020 winner of the prestigious Magnus Olsson Prize, awarded annually to an individual who has made an indelible contribution to the world of sailing.

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  • Josh Junior

    Josh Junior created history when he became the first Kiwi to win the Finn Gold Cup (world championships) and it was further recognised tonight when he took home the top award at the Volvo Yachting Excellence Awards.

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  • Jan Apel

    Jan Apel was the latest para sailor recognised by Paralympics New Zealand as part of the Celebration Project which officially celebrated the achievements of New Zealand’s 209 Paralympians since Tel Aviv 1968.

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  • Mercury Bay Boating Club

    In our regular focus on the regions, the four Yachting New Zealand regional support officers take a look at what has been happening in their areas.


    Pathway presentation

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  • Young 88 nationals

    The Young 88 fleet is one of the most competitive one-design classes in the country and 16 boats will hit Auckland Harbour this weekend for the Harken Young 88 National Championships and North Sails Owners Championships combined regatta.

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  • Computer

    Some changes to the Privacy Act to protect personal information in the digital age come into effect on December 1 and here's a rundown of what you need to know.

    When: From December 1, 2020

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  • Aon youth clinics

    Registrations are open for this season's Aon youth programme, as Yachting New Zealand look forward to another intake of young sailors who dream of international success at youth level and beyond.

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  • America's Cup

    The annual Volvo Yachting Excellence Awards are always a highlight on the sailing calendar but guests this year are in for a treat on Friday when the helmsman of the four America's Cup teams participate in a panel discussion.

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