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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, Selene and Hylas and a brokerage line-up that we sell here and around the world. | |
Hello Sailors
Soooo much sport to watch from the comfort of the lounge sofa. Enjoying the winter Olympics, or cricket? Or both? If you are watching live you're probably light on sleep. And when it’s all over we have a boatshow in store. One boatshow finishes and another one is soon to commence! Do come and join us at the Auckland On Water Boatshow 5-8 March to view what we have in store. | |
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SELENE CLASSIC EXPLORER 49’
Follow '71 Percent' on YouTube as they cross the Pacific on the same model yacht
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The Selene 49 builds on the popular Selene 47 with the efficient Deep‑Hull™ and Cruiser Stern™ designs, delivering more headroom, better storage, and improved performance. Its classic “salty” profile, larger flybridge, and ample deck space make it ideal for entertaining and long‑range cruising.
Inside, the extended LOA provides a larger cockpit and saloon, finished in warm teak with a spacious dinette and a well‑equipped U‑shaped galley. Below, the master features a queen island berth with generous storage, alongside comfortable guest accommodations. Powered by the John Deere 6068AFM85, the 49 cruises at 8.5 knots with a 2,000 nm range, supported by increased engine‑room space and the buoyant Cruiser Stern™. An integral swim platform and expanded lazarette add even more practicality for extended voyages.
A capable, comfortable passagemaker — proven by '71 Percent' on their Pacific crossing aboard this same model. | |
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With its durability, feel underfoot and aesthetic appeal, teak has long reigned as the deck material of choice. But dwindling supplies and ethical questions are forcing yachtbuilders to look elsewhere. Ocean peels back the bark to reveal the growing world of teak alternatives
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Navetta 66 - The Absolute Aurora A New Dawn in Cruising
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The Navetta 66 — The Absolute Aurora — ushers in a new era of refined cruising, where every moment on board feels extraordinary. Crafted to bring you closer to the sea, it blends comfort, freedom, and innovative design into a seamless, immersive experience. Step aboard and you’re instantly wrapped in natural light, with sweeping panoramas that follow you from bow to stern. Expansive windows erase the boundary between yacht and ocean, offering uninterrupted views of endless horizons and dancing sunlight on the water. Aurora isn’t just a name — it’s a promise. A symbol of elegance, exploration, and next‑level comfort where technology and design come together to create something truly unmatched. A yacht that doesn’t just take you places — it transforms the journey.
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Useful tips when buying a trawler
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Lots of things to think about when considering the purchase of a ‘best value for money’ trawler. Read what facts are worth considering.
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Selene 62 Explorer Begin your World Cruise in Ultimate Comfort
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The 2024 Selene 62 Ocean Explorer is a premium long‑range passagemaker designed for adventurous owners who want to cruise the world in absolute confidence and comfort. Her three‑cabin layout - including a full‑beam master suite - delivers exceptional space and luxury, while the offset saloon and galley maximise interior volume. The ship‑style helm, equipped with four 24‑inch Furuno touchscreens, puts total control at your fingertips. Twin John Deere 180hp engines offer efficient cruising up to 1,300 nautical miles, backed by twin Northern Lights generators and a hydraulic PTO “get‑home” system. TRAC bow and stern thrusters, twin Maxwell windlasses, and zero‑speed stabilizers ensure effortless handling and unmatched comfort at sea or anchor. Purpose‑built for serious cruising, this Selene 62 is ready to take you anywhere.
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Leaders in Auckland but caught in an unavoidable crash | |
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Sailors from the New Zealand and France teams were rushed to Auckland hospital, after a high-speed collision in race three of the New Zealand SailGP event off Wynyard Point. Racing was suspended, when the two boats came together on the opening leg, with the Black Foils seemingly losing control of their rudder and spinning back into the French.
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See the Hylas 48 in Auckland Simply a class above!
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The Hylas 48 has long been the go‑to for serious blue‑water sailors — and it’s easy to see why. Bill Dixon’s updated design delivers more comfort, more performance, and more confidence at sea. The extended enclosed centre cockpit is built for relaxed passagemaking, while the classic cutter rig and self‑tacking staysail make heavy weather effortless. With all lines led aft, you stay safe in the cockpit when conditions turn. A sharper bow and broader aft beam boost speed and open up a bright, spacious interior. Proven offshore. Refined for today. The Hylas 48 is truly first in class.
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Key Benefits of a Side Helm Door on Absolute Yachts | |
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New to the Market! Beneteau Swift Trawler 2005 | |
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A tidy and well‑looked‑after Beneteau Swift Trawler 42 is now on the market and ready for its next adventure. Known for its safe walk‑around decks, handy side‑opening doors, and solid seakeeping, it’s the ideal cruiser for effortless days — or weekends — exploring the Hauraki Gulf. The Swift Trawler 42 delivers a smart balance of comfort, capability, and easy usability. Its practical layout and stable platform make it perfect for relaxed cruising, longer escapes, or simply enjoying time on the water. If you want a dependable, well‑proportioned trawler that fits an active boating lifestyle, this Swift Trawler 42 is one to move on quickly. | |
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Here's the incomparable Kenneth Williams discussing accents. Absolutely glorious
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Recipe of the Week:
Sweet Corn Fritters with Tomato Relish Stuf | |
- Vegetable oil spray
- 2 x 420g cans drained
- 3 spring onions, chopped
- 1 small red capsicum (200g), finely chopped
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- ½ c self-raising flour
Quick Tomato Relish - 2 large tomatoes (330-350g) finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, peeled but whole
- 2 T sugar
- 3 T red wine vinegar.
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To make relish, place all ingredients in a small saucepan and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 12-15 minutes until slightly thickened. Discard garlic clove. To make fritters: heat large non-stick frying pan to medium-high & spray lightly with oil. While pan heating, mix corn, spring onion & red capsicum together & season well with S & P. Add eggs & stir through before adding flour, combining well. Drop ¼ c mix per fritter into frying pan, turning after 2-3". Serve with salad & tomato relish | |
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