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Waterline Magazine
Waterline: Copy & Booking Deadlines Supplied Artwork Yachting, Powerboats, Club News, Boat Tests & More! For more information call us at Sun Media, 07-578 0030 or contact advertising consultant Jo Dempsey on 07 928 3041.29 Jul 2010
A glider pilot’s report, red flare shots, a mannequin washed up on Rabbit Island and a boat stuck in the mud were all part of a stressful day for emergency services in Tauranga on Saturday, July 10.
These were elements in a training day coordinated by Tauranga Coastguard, says operations manager Simon Barker.
He says the day was a success, albeit stressful, as it pointed out many areas for improvement.
The day began with a call from a glider pilot reporting a boat overturned More...
29 Jul 2010
Coastline Marine is the second largest Volvo Penta dealer in the country and is celebrating moving into new premises at 32 Newton Street, Mount Maunganui.
It’s a higher profile site with a large showroom and a fully equipped workshop where the team of trained technicians work on all boats.
“We are the experts with Volvo Penta, our technicians are extensively trained and use the latest technology and tools to diagnose any problems,” says owner Ben Quin.
Coastline More...
29 Jul 2010
The Bay of Plenty is the second largest boat port in New Zealand and offers some of the best fishing grounds in the country and the world, says Tauranga Boat and Leisure Show organiser Graeme Martin.
The show is back this year at Baypark Stadium from September 10-12 with a raft of new designs and improvements.
It will feature lots of new boats plus a huge selection of top fishing gear, much of it on special during the show. Visitors can also check out the best in new marine products, with More...
29 Jul 2010
OK, I admit it. One of the top things I enjoy most is sailing offshore, away from land, telephones and emails. I find it a great way to relax while brushing up on navigation and weather skills.
Throw in some fun people and a bit of good food, and you have what I think is a great vacation!
Last November Tauranga Boat Sales brokered the sale of”Raynad”, a 50’ Custom Roger Hill Cutter to John and Kris from Alaska. Their plan is to do a season or two in the South Pacific More...
29 Jul 2010
This is the time of year when you can expect changeable and squally weather. If you’re going out on the water fishing over winter, it pays to run through your mental checklist before you leave.
Check the forecast
Check the latest weather forecast before you set out – in this part of the world, the weather can be unpredictable and changeable, especially in spring and autumn. Use your local knowledge and apply it to the forecast to give you some idea of what you can expect. For More...
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