A simple but innovative design by a notable Kiwi sailor is gaining interest around the world.

The Laser Radial sailors led the way for the New Zealand team at the youth sailing world championships in China, with both inside the top four after the first day of racing.

Kiwi crews claimed bragging rights after the first day of Sail Sydney, with New Zealanders sitting on top of the leaderboard in all three classes they are competing in.

In our regular feature on the regions, regional support officer Kim Admore gives an update from the top half of the northern region.

The Waimakariri Sailing & Power Boat Club have found a successful way to boost membership.

Coastguard Boating Education have revised, updated and introduced new offerings into their suite of marine medic courses.

Marine life is returning to Maunganui Bay on the Cape Brett Peninsula in the Bay of Islands but it needs to be remembered the area is closed to all fishing (except for gathering kina) until October 13, 2018 under section 186a of the Fisheries Act 1996.

The World Anti-Doping Agency's prohibited list for 2018 comes into effect on January 1 and there are a number of changes athletes need to be aware of.

The aim of any Olympic programme is to have competition and depth and it’s exactly what is transpiring in the Laser class in this country.

The amazing weather over the last few weeks has made it hard not to think of the Christmas holidays but there are a handful of things you should do before hitting the water to enhance your enjoyment and safety.