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Read all the latest news stories from the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta. Find out what's happening both on and off the water, engaging stories on new entries and all the latest results.
Entries are up, but there’s still room for more
Entry numbers for the 182nd Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta have already surpassed last year’s numbers, and there’s still time to enter if you haven’t already.There are good numbers…
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Coming to watch the racing? Head to RNZYS
The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron (RNZYS) will be open on Auckland Anniversary Day, and provides one of the best vantage points in the city to watch the Ports of…
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A quick reminder about Covid…
Please remember that we are currently at Red under the Covid Protection Framework, which means there’s a need to protect both at-risk people and our health system from an unsustainable…
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Tugboat and Classic Launch Race Safety Message
This is a safety message to all berth holders and harbour users on Auckland Anniversary Day, Monday 31 January, 2022. TUGBOAT RACE: Please be aware there will be a tugboat…
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Biggest smiles WIN Mount Gay Rum!
This year we’re giving away a bottle of Mount Gay’s finest to the boat that delivers the BIGGEST smiles for our official media teams! Look out for the fabulous Lissa…
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Regatta still going ahead at Red
There’s just a week to go until we celebrate Auckland’s birthday in the 182nd Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, and we’re pleased to say the majority of the regatta…
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Anniversary Day is just 10 days away – but there’s still time to enter!
With just 10 days to go until the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta kicks off on Monday 31 January, the Entry List is filing up with boats in every…
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Make the most of Auckland this summer with OurAuckland
Summer is calling! Make the most of Auckland this summer with OurAuckland – the ultimate guide to enjoying summer in your area from Auckland Council. From surf beaches out west…
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Major spot prize announcement from Burnsco
Thanks to our incredibly generous sponsor Burnsco, we can now announce that one of the major spot prizes at the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta 2022 will be an…
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Loads to be won at the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Regatta!
There are so many chances to win when you enter the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Regatta – from cash prizes for division winners, to spot prizes from our generous sponsors,…
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Last Chance to Enter Early for a $1,000 Spot Prize
This is your final reminder – there’s not much time left to enter early and be in with a chance to win a massive $1,000 cash prize. All you need…
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Win a tugboat racing experience at Auckland Anniversary Regatta
Here’s your chance to take part in the famous Tugboat Race during the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta, on Monday 31 January 2022. One lucky entrant to this free…
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Youth Spirit Prize returns for 2022
The Spirit of Adventure Trust have once again very generously put up a fantastic prize for one lucky youth entrant to the Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta in 2022.…
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Three awesome days of regatta racing in Auckland
With Bay of Islands Sailing Week now sadly cancelled, we know there will be more Auckland-based keelboats sticking around for Anniversary Weekend. But you needn’t miss out on three awesome…
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Early entry prize draw closes soon!
How does a 1 in 10 chance of winning $1,000 cash sound? Sounds pretty good, right? Well that’s what the odds currently are for the 10 skippers who have entered…
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Protect your most valuable assets during your summer holiday, with Rothbury Insurance Brokers
Whether you’re spending time at the beach, going on a road trip or even starting a home renovation project, it’s important to protect you home, contents, vehicle or rental property…
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Sailing Instructions Published for 2022 Regatta
Sailing and Race Instructions for the 2022 Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta are now available for: Keelboats Tugboats Classic Launches RC Yachts Just visit the Sailing Instructions page to…
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Truly unique gifts from Ellerslie Jewellers
Looking for a truly unique and special Christmas gift for the one you love? Our sponsor Ellerslie Jewellers offer a bespoke jewellery design service where the options really are limitless.…
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Enter the boat-fest with the most-est on Auckland Anniversary Day
The Ports of Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta has something for everyone, with classic yacht and launch races, modern keelboat racing divisions, mullet boat racing, longer passage races for yachts in…
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Christmas wines sorted with Lawson’s Dry Hills
Stuck when it comes to choosing wine? Our valued sponsor Lawson’s Dry Hills Wines has got you covered, with six delicious wines to suit everyone’s tastes – all for only…
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Calling all cruisers – join a passage race on Anniversary Day
If you’re planning to cruise the Hauraki Gulf this summer, why not join in with a passage race on Auckland Anniversary Day – Monday 31 Jan? There are three passage…
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