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Each week we enjoy bringing you up-to-date local and international news, along with the boats that we proudly represent from Absolute and Selene and a brokerage line-up that we sell here and around the world. | |
Hello Sailors!!
Do come and visit us at the Auckland on Water Boatshow this weekend- the festival on the water! We will be proudly displaying the Absolute 48 Coupe. Absolute Yachts are sustainable motorboats, completely “Made in Italy” and designed for maximum livability on board. Come and see this stunning boat for yourself! She is seriously for sale!!
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Surprise Visit from Auckland's Mayor at the Boat Show! | |
We were delighted to welcome Wayne Brown, the Mayor of Auckland, at the Auckland Boat Show yesterday. It was a pleasant surprise to see him and to hear that he is still loving the boat he purchased from Yachtfinders Global.
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Absolute presents the brand new 70 Fly - The Absolute Wonder! | |
Discover the marvel of Absolute's latest flybridge yacht, where cutting-edge design meets timeless elegance. The 70 FLY makes its debut with innovative features, showcasing Absolute's commitment to meticulous craftsmanship, spatial efficiency, and immersive lighting. Introducing the 70 FLY, a yacht that redefines luxury on the water. Designed to enhance every moment at sea, it features expansive glazing for unobstructed views, seamlessly blending the interior with the surrounding seascape. One of its standout innovations is the new stern bathing platform—a pioneering feature for Absolute—designed to glide effortlessly into the sea.
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Within the hallowed halls of the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, Georgia Witt is a silent champion. Dedicated and humble, she goes the extra nautical mile every day to make sure the club keeps ticking, and that it’s progressive and engaging to draw new members in. She’s also a wife, a mum to almost four-year-old Charlotte, and a sailor. But Georgia admits with not enough hours in the day to do everything, it’s sailing that often goes by the wayside.
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Selene 62 Explorer 2024 - Start your world cruise now! | |
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Step aboard the 2024 Selene 62 Ocean Explorer, delivered in Asia in May 2024. This exceptional passage maker is equipped with top-tier systems, perfect for global cruising. The yacht features a three-guest cabin layout. The VIP double cabin at the bow has direct access to the forward head, shared with the twin cabin. The full-beam master cabin amidship includes a separate dressing room and a luxurious head with a backlit stone panel in the shower. The spacious saloon and galley area are offset, with the side deck on the starboard side only, maximizing interior space. The lower helm, equipped with four Furuno 24-inch touchscreen chart plotters, resembles a small ship. This Selene 62 Ocean Explorer is in outstanding condition and ready for a new owner to enjoy unforgettable adventures on the high seas. | |
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What is the Scientific Mystery Behind the Bermuda Triangle? | |
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The Bermuda Triangle has supposedly swallowed ships whole, and it has fascinated us for decades. The mysterious happenings have conjured stories of supernatural interference, alien kidnappings, and an area somehow outside the normal bounds of physical reality. The Bermuda Triangle, it’s said, is a haunted place. So where is the Bermuda Triangle and is there any truth to the tales?
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Absolute Navetta 48 2022 - Available now in NZ! | |
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Spacious, Light, and Priced Right with Low Engine Hours
Step aboard the Navetta 48 and experience the perfect blend of space and light. Absolute has truly captured the essence of the Navetta line with this yacht. Ideal for long journeys, it boasts ample storage, including large closets and an aft crew cabin with a private head accessible from the stern platform.
The Navetta 48 offers unparalleled outdoor space compared to similar boats in its segment, providing exceptional comfort and usability throughout its exterior accommodations.
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Maritime NZ making inquiries into jetboat crash on Whanganui River!
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Maritime NZ is making inquiries after four people were taken to hospital following a crash between two jetboats on the Whanganui River. A female was seriously injured in the crash, which happened about 1pm on Saturday. In a statement to the Whanganui Chronicle, Maritime NZ said it was “making inquiries in relation to the incident, which will inform our potential next steps”. Whanganui Coastguard President Mike Carson said crashes on the river were “never considered normal” but he was unable to comment on the nature of the accident.
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Selene 58 Ocean Express: Semi Displacement Yacht Available for Quick Delivery! | |
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Built on the proven concepts of her next-generation sisters, this yacht's hull offers increased efficiency, the Cruiser Stern™, 6’2″ standing headroom in the engine room, and an entirely new saloon layout. And it’s not just the interior that’s spacious. With high-capacity fuel tanks and increased waterline length, she delivers exceptional range, speed, and fuel efficiency. The hull has been rigorously tank-tested for optimal hydrodynamic performance, making her perfect for long-range ocean passage-making. The renowned Jet-Tern build quality and superior systems ensure she is not only graceful but also incredibly strong. Like all Selene yachts, she boasts exquisite interior woodwork, exotic granite, a selection of luxurious draperies and fabrics, and high-quality European lighting and fittings. All this combines to provide extended cruising in style, comfort, and safety! | |
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Diver recalls mystery digger discovery! | |
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In late-2024, a submerged mystery in the Bay of Plenty’s seabed resurfaced when a hydrographic survey uncovered a long-forgotten digger, still upright and undisturbed after more than 15 years. The near-new 12-tonne digger had fallen off a barge during transport from the Kaituna River mouth to Mōtītī Island. Its rediscovery came as part of a survey to update nautical charts and improve maritime safety, drawing attention to both the digger’s surprising endurance and the technology that brought it back into the spotlight
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Absolute Navetta 62 The New Vibe of Absolute Luxury! | |
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The Navetta 62, known as "The Absolute Vibe," is a stunning yacht that blends innovative design with modern elegance. This vessel offers functional luxury and exceptional craftsmanship, redefining on-water luxury. Key features include optimized spaces, easy accessibility, generous headroom, and ample storage. Enhanced with user-friendly elements, the yacht boasts atmospheric ambient lighting above and below the waterline, creating an enchanting atmosphere. Experience the ultimate yachting adventure with the Navetta 62! | |
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Did you hear about the pirate who got his first pair of piercings?
They said it cost him a buck an ear.
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Recipe of the Week: Cheese & Prosciutto Chicken! | |
- 4 chicken fillet breasts
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 8 slices prosciutto
- 2T olive oil
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Preheat oven 200C. Cut lengthways through each breast to make a fillet, leaving 1cm each end. Fill each fillet with cheese & prosciutto. Heat oil in large frying pan over med/high heat. Add chicken breasts & cook for 1-2" until golden on each side. Transfer to baking tray & roast for 7-10 mins or until cooked through. Cover and set aside to rest for 5". Serve with whatever takes your fancy!
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