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They've stood on some of the world's most prestigious podiums, but last weekend several of New Zealand's most recognisable sailing names gathered on Auckland’s North Shore to help shape the stars of tomorrow.

Yachting New Zealand's RŪNĀ activation hub has made a splash at the inaugural Moana Auckland festival, with hundreds of students already immersing themselves in an array of educational activities. 

When New Zealanders were first introduced to windsurfing, Norman Kirk was Prime Minister, the country had barely seen its first Pizza Hut store open, and the Kiwi population was a touch over 3 million people.
 

A late charge wasn't quite enough for Steve McDowell to make it onto the podium at the 2024 OK Dinghy world championships in Brisbane - with the Kiwi falling a solitary point short of third place.

It’s been 14 years since the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron (RNZYS) launched 10 Elliott 7s for the Mastercard Youth Training Programme, and with that fleet now safely delivered to their new owners at Bucklands Beach Yacht Club, the time has come to launch brand new boats.

They've stood on some of the world's most prestigious podiums, but this weekend several of New Zealand's most recognisable sailing names will gather on Auckland’s North Shore to help shape the stars of tomorrow.

With the generous support of PIC Insurance Brokers, organisers of the PIC Harbour Classic, the New Zealand Multihull Yacht Club, have announced a reduced entry fee to help pave the way for inclusivity and propel the event’s promising future.

Dr Dave Austin has treated every type of injury during offshore races, from breaks and sprains to an amputated hand, which is why his offshore medical course is a must for anyone planning on heading offshore this season.

Whenever Greta Pilkington pushes off the beach these days, she glances at the letter P scribbled on the back of her hand.