Events
HamiltonJet Global Distributor Conference at Auckland Central Marina
On Friday 24 October, Auckland Central Marina was proud to host HamiltonJet’s 2025 Global Distributor Conference, welcoming international partners from across their global distributor network to Auckland.
As part of the event, 11 vessels were on display at the marina, representing a diverse range of operators – including Coastguard, Police, Navy LMC, electric and other ferries, and various commercial workboats. The impressive showcase offered attendees a first-hand look at the latest innovations in marine propulsion technology.
HamiltonJet is a global leader in waterjet propulsion, renowned for delivering highly efficient and advanced propulsion systems for both commercial and recreational vessels. With over 70 years of pioneering development and more than 60,000 waterjets installed worldwide, HamiltonJet’s technology continues to set the standard in performance, reliability, and innovation.
Headquartered in Christchurch and supported by regional offices in the US, UK, and Singapore – along with more than 50 distributors worldwide – HamiltonJet’s expertise and global reach have made them a cornerstone of modern marine propulsion.
See a photo below from the event.
SailGP Auckland 2026: Back the Black Foils!
Get ready – SailGP returns to Auckland over Valentine’s weekend, 14–15 February 2026, and it’s set to be bigger and better than ever. The ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Auckland will see New Zealand’s Black Foils go head-to-head with the world’s best as high-speed foiling catamarans race across the Waitematā, joined by a new team in the line-up and a full weekend of adrenaline-fueled racing, on-shore entertainment, and celebration of New Zealand sailing at its finest.
Don’t miss the world’s fastest racing on water – right here in Auckland!
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! Groups of 25+ save 10%, so rally your crew and be part of the action.
Learn to Sail at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron
Know someone who wants to try sailing? The RNZYS Adult Learn to Sail Course is a Yachting New Zealand internationally recognised Level 1 programme, taught by qualified instructors in a supportive, hands-on environment. Designed for beginners, these hands-on weekend courses cover all the essentials – from boat handling and safety to terminology and crewing – giving participants the confidence to helm and crew a keelboat.
📆 November course: Find out more and register.
📆 December course: Find out more and register.
Melbourne Cup at the RNZYS
Celebrate the race that stops two nations! Join the RNZYS on Tuesday 4 November for a Melbourne Cup watch party with style. Wear your favourite fascinator, back your favourite horse, and enjoy the fun atmosphere right on the harbour.
🎟️ Details and tickets: Melbourne Cup at RNZYS.
Ponsonby Cruising Club events
Save the date!
Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta – 26 January 2026
Information about this event can be found on the Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta website.
Auckland Boat Show – 5-8 March 2026
Information about this event can be found on the Auckland Boat Show website.
Moana Auckland returns in 2026
Auckland’s waterfront will come alive once again as Moana Auckland, New Zealand’s Ocean Festival, returns for its third edition in 2026. Running from 28 February to 15 March, the festival will deliver three weekends of ocean-inspired celebrations, capturing the spirit of summer and the cultural heartbeat of Tāmaki Makaurau.
Programme highlights already announced include the Seafood & Summer Weekend, the ever-popular Z Manu World Champs at Karanga Plaza Harbour Pool, and the Auckland Boat Show — celebrating its 25th anniversary. The Auckland Wooden Boat Festival also returns, showcasing more than 200 heritage vessels and maritime stories that connect us to our shared past. Adding a dash of surprise, Red Bull will host a “secret event” on the harbour, with more details to come.
From kai to culture, heritage to high-energy spectacle, Moana Auckland 2026 promises to be a summer highlight, celebrating the ocean that connects us all.
Learn more on the Moana Auckland website.
Sydney → Auckland Ocean Race 2025 Wrap-Up
After an exhilarating 1,250-nautical-mile crossing of the Tasman, the Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race 2025 has come to a successful conclusion. The fleet departed from Sydney Harbour on 11 October and arrived in Auckland a few days later after a challenging and spirited race.
Congratulations to Lucky, skippered by Bryon Ehrhart (USA), which clinched line honours, shattered the previous race record, and was declared overall winner.
The finish in Auckland was hosted by the Royal Akarana Yacht Club, with a warm welcome for the crews and celebrations to mark the event’s success.
Well done to everyone who helped make this edition such a standout.