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Congratulations to all our 2024 prizewinners!
The Prizegiving Ceremony for the 2024 Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta was held on Tuesday 20 February, at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron. The regatta’s historic trophy collection –…
Read MoreThank you Auckland! What a way to celebrate 184 years
Celebrating its 184th year, the City of Sails lived up to its name on Anniversary Day, as hundreds of mariners turned out to race in the Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day…
Read MoreRough seas don’t deter small sailors at the 184th Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta
Rough conditions for the 184th Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta yesterday sent many of the keelboat entrants packing. But the high winds, at times gusting 25 knots or more, weren’t…
Read MoreWatch the racing with the best views in town at the Lighthouse Cafe at RNZYS
The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron’s new Lighthouse Cafe at Westhaven will be open on Auckland Anniversary Day, and provides one of the best vantage points in the city to…
Read MoreDivisions are filling up – but there’s still room for more!
Thank you to everyone who has entered the 184th Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta! Next Monday looks like it’s going to be a great day for sailing, with fresh southwesterlies,…
Read MoreRegatta day is just a week away – but there’s still time to enter!
The Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta is just a week from today, but there’s still time to get your entry in and be part of history in the making. Celebrating…
Read MoreJust 10 days to go – but we need your support!
In just over a week, Auckland’s harbours will once again come alive with vessels of all shapes and sizes, in celebration of the founding of the ‘City of Sails’ 184…
Read MoreTwo weeks to go – will you go down in nautical history?
We hope you had a fantastic festive season and an enjoyable break. There are now just two weeks to go until the Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta kicks off. But…
Read MoreTribute to a Maritime Legend – Vice Patron John Street
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of John Street – Vice-Patron of the Auckland Anniversary Regatta Committee. John was and will remain an absolute icon in this…
Read MoreYour time’s running out to be in to win $1,000!
This is your final warning – if you want to be in with a chance of winning a huge $1,000 cash prize at our Prizegiving ceremony, you must get your…
Read MoreBe in to Win over $15k in prizes, plus a whole lot more!
The Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta is just around the corner on 29th January 2024 and we have some amazing spot prizes totaling well over $15,000 in value which you’ll…
Read MoreEnjoy a stress-free summer with Rothbury
Going away or staying home this summer? No matter what your plans are, spending a little time on your insurance could help make the holidays a lot more stress-free. Our…
Read MoreGreat Ideas for the holidays from OurAuckland
Wondering what to do with yourself over the holidays? Need to keep the kids occupied? Got family and friends visiting from out of town? OurAuckland from Auckland Council is a…
Read MoreCalling out to all 16-18 year old sailors – a chance to win a life-changing voyage on Spirit of New Zealand
The Spirit of Adventure Trust has again generously donated the most amazing prize for the Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta in 2024. All 16-18 year olds participating in the regatta…
Read MoreLooking for something extra special this Christmas?
Looking for something extra special for the one you love Christmas? Our wonderful sponsors Ellerslie Jewellers are experts at designing and crafting bespoke jewellery pieces of exceptional quality. The options…
Read MoreFull steam ahead for Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta
The Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta is back fighting fit after last year’s weather-related cancellation, which was only the second in the event’s 184 year history. Organisers are predicting a…
Read MoreHere’s your chance to win a Tugboat Racing Experience!
Thanks to Captain Lance on the tugboat Christine Mary, we’re once again giving you the chance to take part in the famous Tugboat Race during the Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day…
Read MoreDon’t miss Lawson’s Dry Hills special Gold Medal Winning Wines offer
Christmas is coming and our loyal sponsor Lawson’s Dry Hills Wines is offering special mixed cases of their gold-winning wines that are perfect for the occasion. They’d love to share them with…
Read MoreEnter now to be in to win a $1,000 cash bonus!
Entries have started coming in for the 184th Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta on Monday 29 January, 2024. Thank you to everyone who has entered so far! As an extra incentive…
Read MoreSailing Instructions published for 2024 regatta
Sailing and Race Instructions for the 2024 Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta have been published – you can view and download the instructions for your race or division on the…
Read MoreEnter now for the 2024 Oceanbridge Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta
It’s time to get your entry in for one of the world’s biggest and most iconic one-day regattas. Whatever floats your boat – sailing, paddling, powercraft, classic boats, vintage tugs…
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