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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!
For 29 years we at Yachtfinders Global have developed many strong successful relationships worldwide in searching for the right boat for our buyers. And now, to compliment this attribute, we have recently developed a synergy with a company who has created a fantastic website Boatseekr, to allow a seamless search for a boat, making it just that much easier.
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Absolute Welcomes New Flagship: Navetta 75 - The Absolute Sphere | |
Celebrating 20 years of success, Absolute introduces the Navetta 75, their new fleet flagship. Dubbed "The Absolute Sphere," this largest boat in their lineup symbolizes perfection and harmony. It embodies Absolute's core values and distinctive features, combining innovative technology and style for a balanced, excellent design. The Navetta 75 represents the pinnacle of Absolute's craftsmanship and vision. | |
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Colossal squid filmed in its natural habitat for the first time | |
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For a century, scientists have searched for a titan lurking in the oceans’ depths: a squid that can weigh up to half a ton. Now, a team of researchers has revealed the first video ever taken of this enormous predator, the colossal squid (Mesonychoteuthis hamiltoni), in its natural deep-water habitat—and managed to spot the animal in its youth.
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Selene 54 Classic: The most popular Selene Trawler | |
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Since its debut in 2002, the Selene 54 has become the most popular model in the Selene range. This evolution of the Selene 53 offers a perfect blend of live-aboard comfort and excellent long-range cruising for couples and their guests. With eight living areas, including three staterooms (two with ensuite bathrooms), an integrated galley and salon, and a spacious flybridge, the Selene 54 is a comfortable home on the water. Despite its size, it remains easy to handle with secure walk-around decks, a Portuguese bridge, two steering stations, and optional bow and stern thrusters. | |
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The call went out, and Peter Burling answered! | |
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Three young sailors from Tauranga Yacht and Power Boat Club had one wish: to meet their hero, Peter Burling. With hopeful hearts and a video plea posted via Live Sail Die’s social media, they asked him to swing by the 2025 Toyota Optimist National Championships at Royal Akarana Yacht Club.
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2009 Nordhavn 56 Motorsailer Mark II | |
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A Stunning Vessel: Luxurious Quality and Comfort Personified
Pacific Asian Enterprises has shifted its focus from Mason-designed sailing boats to its line of trawlers. However, with the Nordhavn 56 Motorsailer, they revisit sail power to enhance range and versatility in a vessel that remains fundamentally trawler-like. The additional drive from even a modest sail area, combined with the flexibility of a Hundested controllable-pitch propeller, significantly improves fuel efficiency while stabilizing the boat’s motion in a seaway. Blending the best of both worlds, the 56 Motorsailer features a sailing cockpit with a helm station and controls for power winches and roller-furling sails, situated forward of a trawler-style saloon and wheelhouse, and a trawler-style aft deck.
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"It is surprising to hear the news of Alinghi Red Bull Racing," Grant Dalton
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There’s a lot being said aboutAlinghi Red Bull Racing withdrawing their team from the America’s Cup circuit, and Grant Dalton, CEO of Emirates Team New Zealand, is of course one of them. There is a lot of hate out there for the kiwi team boss, but has anyone ever thought that he is just doing his job?
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Absolute 48 Coupe - Make us an offer today!
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Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! Act fast and make your offer today!
This dynamic, comfortable, and versatile yacht series heralds a new era for our Italian shipyard, showcasing innovative concepts and exciting new features. The Absolute 48 Coupé is equipped with solar panels, expansive panoramic windows, and a spacious "terraced" cockpit with adaptable décor for maximum versatility. Its sleek lines embody Absolute’s dedication to both style and environmental responsibility. With its bold design, high functionality, and strong emphasis on sustainability, the Absolute 48 Coupé distinguishes itself in the realm of luxury yachts.
✨ View this stunning yacht today at Westhaven Marina, Auckland! ✨
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Man Overboard - Chapter 3, A Wife's Tale | |
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'To her horror the skipper’s wife watched her husband and the dinghy disappearing rapidly southwards, side-by-side, into the distance. Their friend’s boat was now in darkness and it was unlikely they would have still had their VHF on. The wind was too loud for them to hear me shouting.
She could have called Coastguard but they were a long way from assistance. She could pull up the anchor but, by the time she did that her husband would be long gone. She also didn’t want to take her eyes off where her husband was.
As she watched, to her amazement somehow as adrenaline kicked in and her husband managed to grab the dinghy and astonishingly pull himself into it. He started the outboard and headed back to the boat – by now 15/20 m away. He handed the painter to his wife and climbed on board'.
See Chapter 4 next week
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Selene 42 Voyager 2019 Immaculate Condition, now at an Unbeatable Price!
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This yacht, owned by a top Selene Yachts executive, was launched in 2019 and has seen very light use. Professionally maintained and in outstanding condition, it was skippered in Asian waters by its owner, an experienced captain and marine architect with 40,000 nautical miles logged. The Selene 42 Voyager features a Herreshoff interior, Seakeeper 5 stabilizer, and auxiliary hydraulic get-home engine. With minimal engine (200 H) and generator hours (400 H), it offers a luxurious and comfortable navigation experience. The yacht's interior, inspired by Herreshoff, includes mahogany joinery, Italian designer faucets, custom period light fixtures, and Chesterfield upholstery, making it perfect for the most discerning owner and captain. | |
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What did one row boat say to the other after their candlelit dinner? "You are incredibly row-mantic!" | |
Recipe of the Week: The Secret History of the Anzac Biscuit! T | |
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Culinary historian Allison Reynolds travelled Australia, New Zealand and England, delving into war files and family cookbooks to investigate the origins and stories behind this national icon.
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