| | | | 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
The Absolute 48 Coupé we have available right now is more than a boat - it’s a rare opportunity. This model has become one of the most sought‑after owner‑operator yachts in New Zealand and having one physically in stock (not with a 2‑year wait list!) is already a major advantage. Combine that with its exceptional pricing, and this becomes one of the smartest buys on the market.
| | | | | | | | | | Last week's riddle revealed...and a new one to crack! | |
Last week's riddle and answer Answer: Fire _____________________ This week's riddle
What has a head but no brain? | | | | | | | | | | | |
The all-new Navetta 58 “Andromeda” brings a bold, modern edge to one of Absolute’s most popular size classes. Clean lines, oversized hull windows, and glass bulwarks create a light, open feel throughout. The fully shaded cockpit is built for flexibility - cruise, dine, or clear it for tenders with ease. A large beach club-style stern platform completes the package, delivering effortless on-water living with signature Italian style. . | | | | | | | | | | | |
Divers uncovered the remains of a forgotten hospital
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A team of underwater archaeologists has uncovered the remains of a quarantine hospital and a small cemetery on a submerged island in Dry Tortugas National Park. The find, made near Fort Jefferson that has long dominated the history of the most isolated outposts in the United States during the 19th century.
| | | | Selene 50 Voyager Built to Cruise in comfort | | | |
The Selene 50 Voyager Sedan steps up from the 42 with more space, more storage, and a smart three‑cabin, two‑head layout. A light-filled saloon, well-equipped U-shaped galley, and premium teak or cherry interior deliver effortless liveability. Up front, the owner’s cabin features a walk-around berth with generous wardrobes, while the expansive flybridge (with optional hardtop) is made for entertaining. Elegant, capable, and designed for serious cruising - this is comfort and performance in perfect balance.
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World's Largest Blue Whale colony
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Azimut 2017 Magellano 43 Luxury long range cruiser, Ready to go
| | | | | | | | Beautifully maintained and built for effortless cruising, this 2017 Magellano 43 delivers Italian style with serious range and efficiency. Powered by twin 355hp Cummins engines (approx. 270hrs), she’s smooth, economical, and easy to handle with joystick docking. Designed for the tropics with full air-con, generator, and premium upgrades, she features a bright panoramic saloon, two ensuite cabins plus a flexible third, and a spacious flybridge made for relaxing or entertaining. Turn-key, stylish, and proven - this is the perfect cruiser for extended escapes or easy weekends on the water. | | | | | | He accidentally filmed his own death in a diving hole | | | |
The Blue Hole in Dahab, Egypt, is one of the most beautiful dive sites on Earth – and one of the most feared. In 2000, 22-year-old diving instructor Yuri Lipski entered the water alone with a head-mounted camera, one tank of air, and a plan that may have pushed him far beyond recreational limits. His descent carried him down to more than 91 m, where nitrogen narcosis, oxygen toxicity, and a possible buoyancy failure left him unable to recover. When his body was later found, the camera was still there – recording the final minutes of a dive that never should have gone that deep.
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Beneteau Swift Trawler 42 2005Exceptional Value, Built to Cruise | | | |
A standout example of the Swift Trawler 42, combining practicality, performance, and timeless style. Wide walk-around decks and smart side doors make moving onboard easy and safe. Known for excellent seakeeping, she delivers a smooth, confident ride—perfect for the Hauraki Gulf and beyond. The layout offers great visibility and simple handling at the helm. Inside is warm and comfortable, with well-designed spaces for weekends or extended cruising. Reliable, capable, and easy to use, she’s a proven cruiser built for New Zealand waters.
| | | | | | Absolute 48 Coupe Made for New Zealand Waters | | | |
New Zealand has some of the finest cruising waters in the world - and the Absolute 48 Coupé is made for every one of them. Whether you're threading through the Marlborough Sounds, overnighting in the Bay of Islands, or running the Waitemata in style, this 48-footer handles it all with Italian confidence. Her shallow 1.23 m draft opens up anchorages others can't reach. Her solar panels and 11 kW generator mean real independence - no marina, no problem. And her panoramic saloon means you never miss the view, even from inside. Economical twin Volvo Penta IPS650s deliver 31 knots when you want them, and whisper-quiet cruising when you don't. The terraced cockpit, hydraulic swim platform, and full galley - dishwasher, washer/dryer, wine cooler - means you leave the dock on Friday and come back when you're ready. Ready now. Priced to move at NZD $2,395,000 - a saving of $597,000.
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| | | | Absolute Navetta 52 2016 The Ultimate Cruising Experience | | | |
The Absolute Navetta 52 delivers a standout blend of style, comfort, and performance. Designed for discerning owners, it combines modern innovation with timeless elegance for a truly elevated on-water experience. Inside, you’ll find spacious living areas finished with premium materials, offering a relaxed yet sophisticated feel for both entertaining and unwinding. Expansive outdoor zones, including a generous flybridge and multiple sunpads, make it easy to soak up the views in comfort. Engineered for smooth, confident cruising, the Navetta 52’s refined hull handles coastal passages and longer journeys with ease. With its balance of luxury, practicality, and smart design, this is a yacht built to make every trip exceptional
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | Recipe of the Week:
Stuffed Kumara St | | - 4 large orange kumara
- ½ onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ C cheese
- ½ C sour cream
- 1 T fresh parsley, finely diced
- 1 T fresh coriander, finely diced
- 1 t butter
- 2 T fresh chives, finely sliced
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Place kumara on lined baking tray, poke holes in them and bake for 45". Lightly saute onion and garlic in a medium pan & set aside. When kumara is finished cooking, let it rest until cool enough to handle.
Cut off top, scoop out inside flesh & place in bowl. Reserve skins. Mash flesh with fork & stir through onions, garlic, 1 T sour cream, ¼ c of cheese, butter, parsley, coriander & season with S & P. Pile flesh back into scooped-out skins.
Place kumara on baking tray & sprinkle over remaining cheese. Turn grill to high & grill kumara until cheese melted.
Remove from oven & spoon over remaining sour cream & sprinkle over chives. Serve with a salad. | | | | | | Our mailing address is: info@yachtfindersglobal.com
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