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From 9 October 2026, adults and children aboard recreational craft 6 metres or less in length must wear a lifejacket while underway. The rule covers motorboats, dinghies, jetskis, kayaks, small sailing craft and paddleboards. A craft is underway unless it is anchored, attached to a dock or shore or aground.  “Underway” includes drifting, even with […]

The 2025 Lake Brunner Classic Boat Show was a stunning celebration of New Zealand’s boating heritage, held over the weekend of 10–12 October 2025 on the West Coast’s largest lake. Dozens of beautifully restored launches, runabouts, and wooden classics took to the water, bringing together enthusiasts from across Aotearoa for a weekend of craftsmanship, community, […]

A boat was stolen on 23 December, 2024 REWARD for its recovery! Reach out to us if you have any details.

Common claims in the boating community – on and off the water.

These were the Key points to come out of a Transport Accident investigation following the capsizing of a vessel at the Manukau Harbour Bar crossing. The full report can be read by going to www.taic.org.nz/inquiry/mo-2021-204

Nautical insurance has recently entered into an agreement with Jet Boating New Zealand Inc. If you are the owner of a Jet boat and would like an obligation free quote, please contact us.

Onboard fires are one of the two most common reasons boaters are forced to abandon ship (other than the obvious one of having your vessel sink). Fire extinguishers should be checked and serviced. When was the last time yours was checked? When next having your boat serviced we recommend a check of the extinguisher/s be […]

These motors are susceptible to issues with frost / ice when laid up over winter. With the Mercruiser there are five drain plugs, one on either side of the block, one on the water pump and two under the manifolds. You need to move side panels to get to the latter.  It is imperative that […]

Importance of trailer management and maintenance.

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As has been proven time and again, it is simply not possible to measure insurance on premium cost alone. A true comparison should also reflect the service, policy coverage and certainty at claim time. For over 35 years we have arranged the best Boat Policy with the widest cover. We have great assessors and a […]

Keep an eye out – stolen

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Stolen Dinghy and Motor

Stolen Fi-Glass Fireball – Reward Offered

A Jet Ski has been stolen. There is a reward on offer.

Two men have been convicted after a jet boat crash at Lake Hood, Ashburton in November 2019 For the full story, please follow the link below to the full article in the Star News. Ashburton jet boat crash: Pair convicted and fined | Star News (odt.co.nz)

A Jet Boat has been stolen. There is a reward on offer.

Details about Liability Insurance you should know.

We have been notified of a stolen jet ski.

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