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See you on the water tomorrow!
The 181st Ports of Auckland Anniversary Regatta is on tomorrow, and it looks like a stunner day. What better way to spend it than joining hundreds of other sailors, powerboaters…
Read MoreOne of the world’s BIGGEST one-day regattas starts in just three days!
Will you be among the hundreds of skippers joining us on the start line? We hope so! Remember – keelboats, launches and tugboats can still enter until 5pm today with…
Read MoreSpecial one-off Anniversary Day Cruise with Explore
Regatta sponsors Explore are running a special, one-off Anniversary Regatta Cruise aboard their premium cruise vessel Ocean Explorer. Catch all the regatta action from the water on a 6.5 hour…
Read MoreNew Auckland Anniversary Regatta courses a treat for sailors and spectators
On Monday 1 February, one of the world’s biggest one day regattas will take place in Auckland, as hundreds of vessels take to the water to celebrate the 181st birthday…
Read MoreNew Spot Prize Announcement! A priceless experience, courtesy of RNZYS
We have just confirmed an exciting new spot prize to be drawn at this year’s Prizegiving ceremony for the 181st Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, courtesy of the Royal…
Read MoreLocal Notice to Mariners 01-21: Pipeline mobilisation to Westhaven, St.Marys Bay Outfall works (Point Erin), Amended.
The following Notice to Mariners has been issued by the Auckland Harbourmaster. Please take note as it may affect vessel movements during the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta. Local…
Read MoreDiamonds are forever: the story of the Slippery Beaver
Fifty years after it was first launched as Chris Bouzaid’s Rainbow, Brett Stubbing’s Yachting World Diamond, now renamed Slippery Beaver, slid smoothly back into the water after a four-year refit…
Read MoreNavigational Safety at Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta
We want everyone to stay safe on the water during the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, whether you’re participating in racing, watching the action from your own boat, or…
Read MoreLots to be won at Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta
There are loads of prizes and prize money to be won at the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, along with our historic trophy collection. Historic trophy collection Our historic…
Read MoreRothbury Insurance Brokers – It’s about being what people need
Our sponsors Rothbury Insurance Brokers have been helping protect Kiwis and their businesses – like Dickey Boats – since 1950. Check out their ads on YouTube, or visit the Rothbury…
Read MoreDinghy & Board Racing: Where, When & How to Enter
With 25 different dinghy and board sailing classes catered for at clubs around Auckland, plus the 3-day Auckland Championships taking place at Murray’s Bay and Torbay, there’s something to float…
Read MoreYoung sailors – Enter to Win an Epic 10-day Voyage on Spirit of New Zealand
A 10 Day Voyage on board Spirit of New Zealand is a life-changing experience – unlocking your potential, leaving you ready to face your future! If you’re 16 to 18…
Read MoreSee Ellerslie Jewellers for that extra special Christmas gift
Still struggling to find the perfect Christmas gift for that special someone in your life? Why not check out the fantastic range of jewellery and giftware at Ellerslie Jewellers. They…
Read MoreWatch all the action from RNZYS
This year there’s even more reason to watch the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta from the comfort of the Squadron. For the first time, the hugely popular Tugboat Race…
Read MoreEnjoy award-winning Lawson’s Dry Hills Wines this Christmas
We’re delighted to welcome back Lawson’s Dry Hills Wines as a regatta sponsor again this year. With Christmas just around the corner, why not take a look at the Lawson’s…
Read MoreFind out what’s on in Auckland with OurAuckland
Want to know what’s happening in the City of Sails? OurAuckland from Auckland Council is the place to find out. OurAuckland shares the latest Auckland Council events, news, improvements happening…
Read MorePassage Races – The Cruisiest Way To Join The Regatta
Calling all cruising keelboats! There’s a great way for you to be part of the fun and historic occasion that is the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, without having…
Read MoreSailing Instructions Published for 2021 Regatta
Sailing and Race Instructions for the 2021 Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta are now available for: Keelboats Tugboats Classic Launches RC Yachts Just visit the Sailing Instructions page to…
Read MoreSeePort Concert & Fireworks
Ports of Auckland’s cornerstone community event, SeePort will look different in 2021. As a result of COVID-19 impacts, the regular three-day festival will be condensed into a one-night-only concert and fireworks – the SeePort Concert & Fireworks. The evenings line-up will be fully loaded…
Read MoreEntries officially open – now with TopYacht
We’ve teamed up with TopYacht to offer a fast and easy way for yachts, launches and tugboats to enter the regatta. If you’re already registered with TopYacht, you’ll find entering…
Read MoreLet’s Make the 181st Regatta Our Best Yet!
With many of us glad to put this year behind us, all eyes are on 2021 and the spectacular summer of sailing and maritime events next year is set to…
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