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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!
Getting away on your boat for Easter weekend? As you sail away munching on an Easter egg or two or three, have you ever wondered from where the Easter egg originated? In many cultures around the world, the egg is a symbol of new life, fertility and rebirth. For thousands of years, Iranians and others have decorated eggs on Nowruz, the Iranian New Year that falls on the spring equinox. For Christians, the Easter egg is symbolic of the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. As Christ's death and resurrection occurred around the time of the Jewish Passover, which was celebrated on the first full moon following the vernal equinox, this lead to Easter being celebrated on different dates each year.
Happy Easter to you and yours from the team at Yachtfinders Global!
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Absolute Navetta 53 - The Absolute Momentum! | |
The new 53 was officially unveiled at the 2024 Cannes Yachting Festival. This model features a refined hull line, giving it a more modern appearance. A significant update is the redesigned aft section, which opens up the cockpit to provide direct sea views. This design choice, inspired by the FLY range, has already been well-received at recent shows. The front area has also been revamped to create a modular, user-friendly relaxation space. Absolute offers an optional hard top with solar panels that automatically manage battery charging. Inside, the design discreetly evolves, blending precious woods, leather, and other luxurious materials to create a refined atmosphere. Large glass surfaces and notable height enhance the sense of spaciousness. | |
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Why Peter Burling Leaving Emirates Team NZ Feels Like a Breakup | |
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Peter Burling’s departure from Emirates Team New Zealand in 2025 isn’t just a major sporting shift — it’s a national heartbreak. For over a decade, he’s been the calm at the helm, the face of victory, and a source of deep Kiwi pride. Now, he’s gone — and it feels a lot like getting dumped.
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YFG is proud to present this exceptional 2024 Selene Explorer 49 | |
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The Selene 49 is the next-generation evolution of the popular Selene 47. It boasts the efficient Deep-Hull™ design and Cruiser Stern™, enhancing engine room and lazarette headroom, making the hull even more efficient than its predecessor. Externally, the Selene 49 maintains a traditional 'salty' look. A notable upgrade is the expanded flybridge, offering ample space for open-air entertaining. The aft deck accommodates a dinghy and hydraulic crane. The flybridge, with its hard top, features an L-shaped settee, table, and a bar with a sink and BBQ. The deeper hull of the Selene 49 ensures smooth navigation through the water. | |
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Auckland is heading in the right direction, but there's still work to do.
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2022 Absolute Navetta 48 - Now Available in NZ! | |
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2022 Absolute Navetta 48 – Spacious, Light, and Affordable with Low Engine Hours
Experience the Essence of the Navetta Line Space and light converge aboard the Navetta 48, making it the true star of the Navetta line. Absolute has perfectly encapsulated the essence of this series with a yacht designed for long journeys. It offers ample storage, including large closets and an aft crew cabin with a private head accessible from the stern platform.
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Man overboard - at night - in winter
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Chapter 2 following last week’s record of a mishap on the water. 'Our hosts quickly returned to the warmth below as we motored back to our yacht. My wife climbed aboard but I was struggling to hold the dinghy alongside in the chop. I then misjudged the distance between dinghy and yacht and fell in - in full wet weather gear but no boots. By this time, the wind was up around 20+ knots, sending the dinghy away from me'....
Read what happens in Chapter 3 in next week's newsletter. | |
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The Terranova T88 Yacht is a stunning motor yacht with timeless elegance. It accommodates eight guests in four ensuite cabins, including a luxurious full-beam master cabin, a VIP cabin, two twin cabins, and a laundry room. The dining room offers a panoramic view. With saloons on both the main and upper decks, the Terranova T88 provides ample space for enjoying time with friends and family. The vast bow area is perfect for two large tenders and additional toys. The T88 is exceptionally comfortable, featuring zero-speed stabilizers and an economical design with a transatlantic range. This yacht is ready for a new owner! | |
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Yacht Style Awards 2025: And the Winner is.... | |
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The Yacht Style Awards 2025, being held in April at the prestigious ONE°15 Marina Sentosa Cove, brings together industry leaders, yacht builders, and enthusiasts to celebrate outstanding achievements in the world of yachting. The Motor Yacht 15-18m category highlights a remarkable array of yachts, each pushing the boundaries of design and performance. The title has been claimed by the Absolute Navetta 53 , standing out as the sole winner in this category.
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Absolute 48 Coupe - Make on offer! | |
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This sporty, comfortable, and versatile yacht series marks a new chapter for our Italian shipyard, featuring revolutionary ideas and exciting new features. The Absolute 48 Coupé boasts solar panels, large panoramic windows, and a spacious "terraced" cockpit with configurable décor for maximum versatility. Its sporty lines reflect Absolute’s spirit and commitment to the environment. With bold style, high usability, and a strong focus on sustainability, the Absolute 48 Coupé stands out in the world of luxury yachts.
✨ View this stunning yacht today at Westhaven Marina, Auckland! ✨
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What did the husband say to his wife after she nagged him for spending the day fishing?
"C'mon dear, I just wanted to seas the day!" | |
Recipe of the Week: Red Lentil, Spinach and Tomato Dhal | |
- Olive oil for sautéing
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, finely diced
- 2 T finely grated ginger root
- 1 T ground cumin
- 1 T ground turmeric
- 1 t ground coriander
- ½ t smoked paprika
- 2 C split red lentils
- 1 x 400g can coconut milk
- 1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes
- 2 ½ C water
- 2 T soy sauce or tamari
- 1 T lemon or lime juice
- 120g (1 bag) baby spinach
- S & P
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Cook onion until tender. Add garlic and ginger and cook for a further minute or so. Add spices. Give these a minute or two in pan to become fragrant. Add splash of oil if the pan is dry. Add lentils, coconut milk, tomatoes, water and soy sauce. Bring to boil and simmer for 20-25” until lentils are tender and texture thickened. Stir through baby spinach and cook for 1-2” until softened. Add lemon juice and season (generously) to taste. Serve with roti or naan & yoghurt.
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