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Kia ora and Welcome Nau mai, Haere Mai, to the Bay of Islands You’ve made it to Peowhairangi (Bay of Islands) – your first glimpse of New Zealand’s remarkable beauty. We’re delighted to have you!

This year we are celebrating 20 editions of the Gateway Magazine! This book has been produced as a valuable resource for you to keep on your boat, car, house, or bike, and use throughout your stay in New Zealand.

Here in Opua you’ll find a friendly community, sheltered anchorages with excellent holding, a modern 450-berth marina, and a swathe of services to assist with your needs.

Bay of Islands Marina is in the heart of the Bay of Islands; some of New Zealand’s premiere cruising grounds. You’ll find world class fishing, top dive sites, hiking trails, cycle tracks, and more.

Whether you’re needing dive tanks refilled, provisions delivered, or a full re-fit on your boat, there’s plenty of friendly business owners to help you.

Clearance to New Zealand is hassle-free in Opua, and the quality location boasts a quarantine berth on the northern end of the marina which can hold up to 2 0 yachts at any one time.

A personal touch; welcome from Opua and the Bay of Islands businesses.

Mike Levings

BOI Business Member and former OBA Chairman

On behalf of the marine services in Opua I’d like to say a huge welcome to our cruisers this season.

I encourage everyone to explore what’s on offer here, whether you’re staying put for a while or exploring inland. Whatever your marine needs, we have a huge amount of talent and expertise right here in Opua to assist. See you soon!

Bay of Islands Marina

Our friendly team awaits

We are dedicated to showcasing Northland to our visiting cruisers and take pride in our knowledgeable team who are eager to share their expertise with you. Please feel free to reach out to our team with any questions about marina services and facilities.

We look forward to having you.

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Emergency contacts while on passage to New Zealand: Fiji Maritime Surveillance & Rescue Coordination Centre VHF Ch 16 +679 3315380 E: operations@rccfiji.org Taupo Maritime Radio is the radio communication arm for the Rescue Coordination Centre in New Zealand (RCCNZ).

Maritime Operations Centre Kordia Taupo Maritime Radio ZLM VHF Ch 16 SSB 2182, 4125, 6215, 8291, 12290, or 16420 Tel: +64 4 550 5280 maritime@kordia.co.nz Rescue Coordination Centre NZ (RCCNZ) Search and Rescue New Zealand (toll free): 0508 4 RCCNZ (0508 472 269) Calling from outside New Zealand: +64 4 577 8030 RCCNZ1@maritimenz.govt.nz

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Venturing South for

Cyclone Season Heading to New Zealand? There’s every chance you may have heard about the passage south as treacherous and challenging. After a typical season through French Polynesia and across the South Pacific Island Groups, it’s easy to see why the dive south can seem daunting.

But if anyone can dispel the myths surrounding this passage with clarify and hands-on-experience it’s John Martin, a seasoned cruiser and expert weather router who has completed this passage over 50 times.

Things to consider.

The passage to New Zealand typically takes 7-11 days from any of the pacific groups, depending on your average boat speed and vessel polars. Departure planning is an essential first step in passage comfort and safety. A couple of days can make the world of difference. Each year I organise weather seminars mainly in Fiji, for cruisers who are looking to make the passage. We discuss weather at the time, typical systems, and what to look out for when picking your window.

Go to www.coastalandoffshorecruising.com for more information.

One of the things I’ve learned while cruising is, if you want information – ask someone who’s done it before. Not the know-it-all propping up the bar! I’ve been sailing in the SW Pacific now for over 30 years, with over 150,000 sea miles under the keel and weather is one of my passions. To say you can’t do the passage from the Pacific Islands to New Zealand without getting hammered is simply untrue. Of the 50 times I’ve completed the passage, there has only been ONE bad trip – the first one. At that point, it was either a case of giving it up or finding a better way. Since then, I haven’t had a bad trip or a trip where neither people nor boat have suffered damage.

The key takeaway is with proper passage planning followed by good passage management, a good trip can be had.

New Zealand as a destination New Zealand is a fabulous destination for cruisers. From the Marlborough Sounds and Fiordland in the South Island to the amazing Northland Coast and Bay of Islands in the North. You’ll also have all the marine repair and service professionals you need, all the parts, materials, and equipment you could want, and all this with the cost less GST (15% tax) for international visitors.

Lastly, getting back to the tropics from New Zealand for the next cruising season is easy. All the SW Pacific groups are an easy 7–10-day trip – and again patience is the order of the day. Systems usually migrate at a weekly frequency – with boats starting to look for windows from April onwards.

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Venturing South for Cyclone Season

42-43. What’s On? Events and Activities in the Bay of Islands

Cruiser Essentials; Everything you need to know on arrival to Opua 10-11. The true Kiwi Experience awaits

44-45: Headlands and Hidden Harbours – Maunganui to Doubless Bay

24-25. Cruisers stories – A USA couple’s journey to Aotearoa

48-57. Whangaroa & Cavalli Islands Spot X Guide – 26 anchorages

26-27. Message from the Harbourmaster

58-69. Bay of Islands Spot X Guide – 30 anchorages

30-31. Nearby Townships – Paihia, Kawakawa, Russell, Kerikeri

YACHT CLEARANCE PROCESSES

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Northland Must-Do’s

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Cruisers Stories – Growing roots in Aotearoa

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The Manawanui Project: Sailing for Resilience in Temotu

71-72. Give your gear the all clear before visiting the Bay of Islands 89.

Explore NZ further with Island Cruising

INFORMATION 6-7.

Bay of Islands Marina Services and Specifications

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Cruisers Festival Information 2025

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Fishing, boat ramps, clubs, and amenities

18-19. All About Islands – A handy numbered guide to cruising the Bay of Islands 21.

Protected areas and boatie rules

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VHF Channels, weather, tides, and emergency services

CRUISING GUIDES

78-81. New Zealand Customs Arrival Guide 82-25. MPI Information and Biosecurity Update

DIRECTORY/SERVICES 94-96. Numbered map for services in Opua 97.

Opua Business Association Directory

Cover Image: Aerial views of Waewaetorea Passage and Island in the Bay of Islands 20th Edition I 2025 The Gateway; A cruisers guide to the Bay of Islands is an annual publication produced and published by the Opua Business Association. www.opuaba.com ISSN: 2230-2999 Advertising Sales: opuabusinessassociation@gmail.com Printers: Blue Star The Gateway is published by the Opua Business Association and is copyright. Please ask us first if you would like to reproduce anything contained within this magazine. The opinions expressed in this magazine are not necessarily ours, so please don’t hold us responsible for any information disclosed by other parties which we have accepted in good faith.

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It is a full-service marina with 450 berths including two superyacht berths.

Liveaboards are welcome.

Marina facilities include hot showers, a visitors’ lounge, pump-out facilities, a diesel fuel dock, Wi-Fi, and a playground.

Marine services within walking distance include travel lift, haul-out and hardstand, catamaran haul-out, boat builders, riggers, painters, refrigeration, mechanics, electronics, chandleries, car hire, insurance, boat brokers, cleaning, detailing, polishing, sailmakers, cruisers club and storage facilities. There is also a general store for provisioning, a laundromat, takeaways, and a café.

Opua is a ten-minute drive from Paihia, which is the central hub for the Bay of Islands. It is 30 minutes from Kerikeri and the Bay of Islands Airport, and a short water crossing to historic Russell.

Welcome to Bay of Islands Marina, the primary Port of Entry into New Zealand.

Bay of Islands Marina

24/7 Baffin Street, Opua, New Zealand P: +64 9 402 5659 F: +64 9 402 6124 E: enquiries@boimarina.co.nz VHF: Ch73 Call Sign: Bay of Islands Marina

For a comprehensive list of facilities and services turn the page.

CALL +64 9 402 7124 VISIT OUR WEBSITE BAYOFISLANDSMARINA.CO.NZ

MARINA SPECFICATIONS Marina Specifications

PORT OF ENTRY

The marina provides a free service including MPI restricted foodstuff disposal.

The quarantine area is on the northern end of the marina, inside the outer breakwater.

Bay of Islands Marina 24/7 Baffin Street, Opua, New Zealand P: +64 9 402 5659 F: +64 9 402 6124 E: enquiries@boimarina.co.nz VHF: Ch73 Call Sign: Bay of Islands Marina

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FOR CUSTOMS Contact Customs 029 602 1669 or visit customs.govt.nz

FOR MINISTRY FOR PRIMARY INDUSTRIES Contact MPI 0800 222018 and overseas +64 43801574 or visit www.biosecurity.govt.nz

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Marina Services

GST EXEMPT RATES FOR OFFSHORE CRUISERS

Haul Out & Repair Services Marina travel lift (50T), floating work jetty, Catamaran haulout trailer (60T), professional boatbuilders.

Phone or email for bookings.

Public Transport Local taxi service. Bus service and ticketing online to Whangarei, Auckland, Bay of Islands Airport and onwards. Note when booking that pick up is from Opua Hill, a 10-minute walk.

Service Provides within Opua Marina Park Boatbuilders, painters, joiners, engineers, electricians, riggers, sailmakers, chandlery, upholsterers, refrigeration, rental cars, motor mechanics, stainless steel fabrication, aluminium fabrication, marine insurance, yacht sales, canvas, cleaning, detailing and polishing.

Marina Facilities Showers, toilets, laundry, rubbish disposal and recycling facilities, waste oil container and used battery drop-off point.

Storage units, BBQ area and playground.

Security & Lighting Gates locked. Access with security key, which also provides access to all facilities. Night-time security patrols. CCTV security cameras oscillating 24/7.

Fuel 24-hour card service at the diesel floating dock accepts EFTPOS and credit cards with a PIN number. GST exempt available for departing offshore vessels.

Postal Services Mail is delivered to the Marina Office for all vessels including courier delivery and pick up.

Food & Alcohol General store, cruising club, Bay of Islands Swordfish Club and cafes near the marina. Duty Free 5 minutes from the marina.

Shopping centres: Paihia, 10 minutes by car, Kerikeri, 30 minutes by car, Whangarei, 1 hour by car Sewerage Pump-out On fuel dock – free of charge.

Universal fittings, water available.

Dinghy Rack & Boat Ramp The dinghy dock is adjacent to the boat ramp, and both are in front of the marina office.

Marina Office Services Power cords and plugs, photocopying, and a friendly, helpful team to assist you.

Bank & Cash facilities.

ATM Paihia, 10 minutes by car. ATM Russell. Bank in Kerikeri, 30 minutes by car. Cash facilities are available from the Marina Office.

Schools Primary school, 200 metres walk.

Secondary school, 20 minutes by bus.

A&E Centre, Doctor, Dentist Doctor and dentist, Paihia, 10 minutes by car. A&E, Kerikeri, 30 minutes by car.

Cruisers Courtesy Car If you need to run errands, for your convenience we have a loan customer car for Cruisers. Make your booking on our website and view the T&Cs.

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CRUISER ESSENTIALS

Food / Fuel / Water / Gas / Chandleries / Transport The list that all cruisers love to have when heading into any port. We’ve compiled some information based on frequently asked questions to assist on arrival to Opua.

PROVISIONING:

Chances are you’ll be low on stocks after journeying through the Pacific, and any remaining fresh items will be taken by MPI on arrival if you don’t want to eat them then and there. Here are your options to restock the boat stores: Opua General Store: at the far Northern end of the marina you’ll find a well-stocked store with fresh items, cabinet goods, a deli selection with meats and dairy products, and most household items.

DELIVERED from Woolworths Waitangi: Your closest bigger supermarket. Jump onto www.countdown.co.nz to register for online shopping and create an account in two minutes. Add products to your trolley and choose time for delivery – this is an additional delivery fee for Opua delivery.

4-Square in Paihia Kawakawa and Russell: Over the years 4-square supermarkets have become an icon of ‘kiwiana’, the New Zealand owned chain providing another option for locals to stock up on everyday goods. You can either anchor off Russell, or if you’ve got a car or a ride to get around, you’ll find one in the heart of Paihia just 5 minutes away, or in Kawakawa, the other direction another 15 minutes away.

MEDICAL: Two nearest medical centres are; Bay View Medical Centre and Paihia Medical services. The Bay of Islands Hospital is 15 minutes away in Kawakawa.

NEARBY EATERIES: You may just want to sit down and enjoy someone else doing the cooking – there’s plenty of options for that too: OPUA MARINA CAFÉ: A wide range of breakfast, lunch, dinner and coffee options – situated right beside the marina office.

OPUA GENERAL STORE: Wide range of cabinet food and freshly made pizzas available Thursday to Sunday.

OPUA TAKEAWAYS: Arguably the freshest fish and chips around town – even fresher when you take your own and they’ll batter and cook them for you! Situated by the car ferry terminal – northern end of the marina.

OPUA CRUISERS CLUB: A great place to network with cruising friends and find out about the local racing scene. Bar and restaurant open from 5pm most evenings.

PAIHIA TOWNSHIP: Just five minutes away you’ll find a selection of eateries on the main street of the bustling summer town. From Thai to Indian cuisines, Kebabs to Pizza, a rib-shack and waterfront dining. There is something for everyone’s taste buds. If you’re delving a little further into the research, hop onto Tripadvisor.com for the most recent reviews.

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FUEL AND GAS There is a fuel dock for diesel at Opua Marina and Russell which you can berth alongside. If you are requiring petrol and oil for outboards this is a 5 minute drive away in Paihia.

Waitomo Petrol station on the Paihia waterfront is a a self service station, while Caltex just around the corner is a walk in store with items available to purchase – and they also do gas bottle refills.

DIVE TANK REFILLS

WATER

Cater Marine is your nearest local chandlery to offer this service, along with the Dive Shop in Paihia.

The Bay of Islands Marina has a fresh water supply which is accessed on the fuel dock, J pier, and all marina berths. You can also get water at the wharf in Russell.

GETTING AROUND RENT/BUY A CAR: Whether you’re running errands around town or planning to travel further inland – there are several options for acquiring some wheels: Far North Rentals: Located at the Kerikeri airport – a 25-minute drive away – or opt for a car drop off. Book online through farnorthrentals.co.nz Blue Star Rentals: Keen on hybrid cars? Self charge as you drive! Blue Star is based in Kerikeri and you can check out the range of vehicles available for drop off and use, and book online: https:// bluestarcarrentals.co.nz.

TradeMe: Sometimes an appealing option for cruisers who can buy a car at the start of their season and sell before they leave – there’s a range of options on the motors section of the national buy/sell website – and you can specify the Northland region to find 2nd-hand options near you. www.trademe.co.nz Facebook Marketplace: Another option for second-hand vehicles, and settings can be tailored to the Bay of Islands so your search brings up options close to you.

Chandleries and hardware stores: Two well-stocked chandleries are at your doorstep as you arrive in Opua. Both Cater Marine and Burnsco boast friendly retail teams ready to assist with your boating needs. Hammer Hardware is the next big hardware shop located in Kawakawa and Russell, or ITM just out of Paihia – a 10 minute drive from Opua. If you want to drive half an hour to Kerikeri you’ll find a range of big names like Bunnings, Mitre 10, Carters and ITM for everyday tools and items.

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p x e i w i K The true Sailing into the Bay of Islands is an experience no cruiser will forget.

The iconic fixures of Cape Brett and Nine Pin beckon you into a safe haven as you pass stunning islands and secluded anchorages on your way to Opua.

Offshore sailors are welcomed from the moment they arrive in New Zealand waters, and you will start to discover this warm hospitality is simply a part of the world-renowned ‘Kiwi’ experience, to be extended wherever you travel throughout the country.

Hot showers, laundry facilities, and a comfortable cruisers lounge are only steps away after you’ve arrived, and the friendly marina team and Opua business locals are there to help you with anything from where to get boat parts and repairs, to where to buy fresh food, meat and vegetables.

Marine Services New Zealand is renowned for exceptional boatbuilding and marine services. If you’ve arrived with any concerns about your vessel, the Bay of Islands offers a full complement of marine services for all vessels – large and small.

Whether you need a full refit, rigging, haul-out, or any onboard repairs, there are experts at hand. This means you can enjoy exploring the local area, knowing your boat is in safe hands and will be ready to head back out to sea when you are.

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s t i a w a e c ex perien Exploring the Bay of Islands Settled weather conditions in New Zealand provide ample opportunity for fair weather sailing, and the summer months from October to April are particularly enjoyable in the warm, sunny north. The Bay of Islands is a stunning marine playground with safe accessible anchorages and clean sandy beaches around every corner. There’s great fishing to be had and beautiful snorkelling spots to dive into. Bird life, flora and fauna abound on the islands, with many of the anchorages striving to retain their pest-free status and promote native habitats and kiwi populations.

He Tangata, He Tangata, He Tangata.

Or as the Māori proverb translates – it’s the people, the people, the people.

New Zealanders enjoy a way of life unlike anywhere else in the world, and you will find yourself relaxing into the slow pace, open friendships, and clean natural environment. In fact the longer you stay, the more friends you will make and the harder it will be to leave!

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Boat hull cleaning Hull maintenance and cleaning rules apply in Northland. » In-water cleaning can only be undertaken in certain areas and with no more than a slime layer. Cease and report immediately if you find marine pests. » No hull maintenance can be undertaken on the foreshore, including sanding, scrapping, blasting, and painting.

Report inappropriate boat hull cleaning activity to the 24/7 NRC Incident Hotline: 0800 504 639 For the full rules visit nrc.govt.nz/boatcleaning

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Fishing, boat ramps, clubs and amenities Meet local boaties: Opua Cruising Club: Open most evenings in summer with a beautiful deck overlooking the harbour and a full dinner menu and bar. Predominantely a keelboat club with regular racing throughout the summer including Wednesday series and Friday rum racing. https://opuacruisingclub.co.nz / (09) 402 6924 Bay of Islands Swordfish Club: Paihia waterfront and Russell waterfront (big game fishing) open for dinner. https://swordfish.co.nz / (09) 403 7857 Bay of Islands Yacht Club: Waitangi Club Rooms – an active junior sailing programme and centreboard/foiling fleet, wharf available to club members and boat ramp. Cruising families welcome to take part in term sailing. https://boiyc.org / (09) 402 7897 Russell Boating Club: In Matauwhi Bay – open five days a week for dinner from 17:00 – 20:30. https://russellboatingclub.org.nz / (09) 403 7822 Kerikeri Cruising Club and Marina: All year keelboat racing and an active centreboard fleet – 45 minute drive from Opua or it can be accessed via the Te Puna Inlet by boat. https://kerikericruisingclub.org.nz / (09) 407 9434 Boat Ramps – Bay or Islands: Jacks Bay Concrete Concrete, all tide Opito Bay Opua Concrete, all tide Russell Concrete, all tide

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About the

Bay of Islands The subtropical climate is enjoyed by all lovers of the outdoors. Enjoy up to 15 hours of daylight in the summer months to walk, run, sail, bike, or explore to their hearts’ content. There is also a rich and extraordinarily well-preserved history, and a distinctive art and cultural industry embedded in this iconic area.

There’s plenty to see and do in the cruising grounds of the Bay of Islands. With 144 islands and a host of beautiful beaches and anchorages to explore, it really is a cruisers paradise. A regular ferry service operates in the Summer months from Paihia to Urupukapuka, where campgrounds and a café/ restaurant make a great location for locals, The Waitangi Treaty Grounds is the nation’s most cruisers, and tourists alike to meet and important historic site, where New Zealand’s mingle. There’s a wide range of sheltered founding document was signed. Nearby in Kerik- anchorages and isolated bays to restore eri, our oldest stone and wooden buildings, the serenity too, and wonderful fishing grounds Stone Store and Kemp House, and the adjacent to catch your full.

Kororipo Pā are significant remnants of the early contact between Māori and Pākehā (Europeans). Wonderful wineries, restaurants, cafes and shops abound on the mainland, along with On the other side of the Bay, the charming adventure activities, markets, and historical settlement of Russell has a colourful history as sites to enjoy. It’s picturesque, it’s homely, our first seaport, first European settlement, and and it’s yours for the season to enjoy. first capital.

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Beer, Wine, Cider - Local and International brands.

World Famous in Opua - Pizzas!

Most evenings - call to check availability

Great Coffee & Delicious Food

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13 Cape Brett Walk 6 The Black Rocks 3 Waitangi Treaty Grounds Enjoy the summer café situated For those wanting to get out on A stunning formation of volcanic With sweeping views of the Bay of on the waterfront overlooking a geographic limb, there are 2 rocks fall straight to the sea Discover islands rich in history, Islands in a park like setting, not the crystal clear bay.

The bay options to hike to Cape Brett. floor, around 30 metres down. only is Waitangi Treaty Grounds culture and natural beauty. Large offers swimming, snorkeling, Beginning in Te Rāwhiti, the This group of small islands is a significant national historical and small islands, rocky and sandy kayaking, a conservation centre Cape Brett walk offers a 16km roughly 9 kilometres north of site, it is a very beautiful one. islands. Strap on a mask and and paddle boarding. rugged bush-clad track with Paihia, and just off the northeast Follow the trails to historic sites explore magnificent underwater exceptional coastal views coast of Moturoa Island. The and buildings. Explore the two islands, reefs and wrecks. Other 10 Urupukapuka Island ending at the Cape Brett Black Rocks were formed by contemporary museums - Te Rau Urupukapuka is the largest and places like the historic Waitangi lighthouse and DOC hut, where volcanic eruptions around one Aroha and Te Kōngahu Museum of easiest island to get to with Treaty Grounds, the quaint Russell you can stay the night. There is million years ago, the blackened Waitangi, the carving studio, the regular scheduled ferry township and remote Cape Brett the option to shorten the walk tops of the basalt lava flows give Treaty House, Te Whare Rūnanga and tour services. On arrival by getting picked up and / or have a distinct island-feel. this distinctive rock formation its - the beautifully carved meeting you’ll see why it’s so popular dropped off at Deep Water Cove name. Many boat charters and house, traditional Māori waka (it’s beautiful). There are many by water taxi.

The journey to the islands is all tour operators pass by the Black taua (war canoes) and enjoy a full sheltered bays where yachts part of the fun, with so many Rocks. programme of tours and cultural and pleasure boats drop anchor 14 Motukōkako options to choose from! Take a performances. This is an island of and enjoy sheltered day stops Captain Cook named it Piercy history, knowledge, culture and 7 Rangihoua Heritage Park water taxi, jump on a day cruise, and overnight anchorages. It Island and no trip to the Bay beauty.

A place where Māori and relax on sailing trip, join a kayak ticks all the boxes for having of Islands would be complete Europeans lived side by side tour, learn to dive, try a fishing an amazing island adventure without visiting the famous through an agreement between with walking tracks, beautiful charter or take your own boat, it 4 Motuarohia / Roberton Island “Hole in the Rock”. Options Home to one of the most Chief Ruatara and Reverend swimming beaches, amazing include landing on the steep all here for you to explore! photographed scenes in the Bay Samuel Marsden. The Marsden birdlife, views, picnic spots, sided island in a helicopter or a of Islands. Twin Lagoon Bay Cross memorial marks the diving, snorkelling, full classic tour boat cruise through Whether it’s an island of fun and has it all including a walking place where New Zealand’s first facilities, coffee, restaurant, the the ‘hole’. adventure or an island of peaceful track to a historic pā site with Christmas Day service was held, list goes on. It’s all so good you relaxation, it’s out there waiting spectacular 360-degree views of 15 Russell Historic Township led by Reverend Marsden in 1814. won’t want to leave... and the for you.

Formerly known as Kororāreka, the surrounding Bay of Islands. At good news is, you don’t have Russell was once referred to as high tide snorkelling is possible 8 Waewaetorea Island to. Pack a tent, book and stay Paihia Township the ‘hell hole of the Pacific’ and 1 in the larger lagoon. Captain Cook Crystal clear, turquoise waters at one of the 3 beautiful DOC The heart of the Bay of Islands, was the first permanent anchored the Endeavour just off surround this stunning island camping sites and enjoy.

Paihia is the perfect base for European settlement the island in 1769 and now many of captivatingly beautiful, white your Bay of Islands experience. and seaport in New 11 HMNZS Canterbury Wreck sailing and boat tours stop here. sandy beaches, walking tracks This is the main departure point Zealand. It’s also famous Located in the calm waters of A truly stunning island that is well with great views and early Māori for boat tours to the islands, and for its charm and as Deep Water Cove is the wreck worth a visit! settlement sites. Waewaetorea accommodation, restaurants, you stroll around the of the former frigate HMNZS Island can only be reached by cafes and information centres quaint township, you’ll Canterbury.

Sunk in 2007 and boat and some commercial sailing 5 Moturua Island are all found here. see that New Zealand’s lying on the bottom of the sea A scenic reserve island that offers and tour boats stop here for the colonial history has been floor upright and intact, this history, diverse vegetation and day. It’s a perfect place to swim, 2 Haruru Falls / Waitangi River beautifully conserved. underwater island is a brilliant four stunning bays.

There is a snorkel or explore. The views A lovely horseshoe shaped Accommodation, dive spot teaming with marine 4.6km walking track that loops from the top of the island are waterfall that’s only 3km from restaurants, cafes and an life. around the island. Moturua has a some of the best in the Bay! Paihia. There is a 5km walk information centre can be long history of Māori settlement, along the river through bush 12 Deep Water Cove found here, along with a early European explorers and the from the Waitangi Treaty A beautiful sheltered cove and 9 Otehei Bay regular ferry service with Navy during WWII. More recently, Grounds. Explore the river your This is the hub of Urupukapuka landing site with pebble beach Paihia. thanks to Project Island Song, way by kayak or paddleboard, or Island, once the site of legendary to explore. A track joins the Moturua has thriving populations drive to the top of the waterfall author and fisher Zane Grey’s steep Cape Brett walk making of native birds including kiwi, itself. fishing camp, now a wonderful Deep Water Cove the perfect kākāriki and saddleback. place for a water taxi pick up or drop off for those not wanting to Northland Journeys Tranche 2 - Islands In The Bay Journey - Draft Artwork Development - JUNE 2017 do the full Cape Brett Walk.

With over 140 islands to choose from in the Bay of Islands, this Northland Journey is All About Islands.

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Tohu Whenua are places around New Zealand that matter to us.

Northland has nine ‘Tohu Whenua’ – places rich in historical or cultural significance. Visit www.tohuwhenua.nz

Camping in the Bay of Islands is only available on Urupukapuka Island.

Overnight camping

With so many options to get out on the water the hardest part will be deciding what activity is for you…..paddling, swimming and diving or just relaxing on a boat.

Under your own steam

The Bay is alive with wildlife, so look out for dolphins, penguins, native birds, stingrays, and whales (seasonal), or join a licenced wildlife cruise to learn more.

Watch for wildlife

The island doesn’t stop at the beach.

There is amazing marine life to observe underwater with snorkeling and scuba diving opening up another world within the Bay of Islands.

Go Under

Don’t just look at them from afar, get out and explore an island.

Get on an Island

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Northland’s boat sewage rules Do you have a way to treat or contain your boat sewage?

It’s illegal to stay overnight on your boat in Northland without a proper way of treating or containing your sewage. Northland’s harbours and bays are strictly ‘no discharge’ areas for untreated waste.

The best options to comply are: » a working treatment system, or » a holding tank, or » a portable toilet For more info nrc.govt.nz/marinepollution

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Why haul out at Bay of Islands Boatyard?

There’s numerous reasons the Bay of Islands Boatyard is held in such high regard by many. Here’s just a few: Location: Opua is the first port to reach in New Zealand from the Pacific.

Cruising grounds: You’re on the doorstep to world class cruising grounds.

Facilities: Fully sealed, concreted hard stand area Environment: Clean, tidy, environmentallyconscious facility

Services: Over 38 marine service companies within walking distance.

Attitude: Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable customer service Options: Allowing DIY and Marina Liveaboards

Meet Rhys Dempster – Bay of Islands Boatyard manager Rhys is responsible for the day to day running of the Bay of Islands Boatyard.

Rhys has been around the water all his life and is a community minded person who holds roles in numerous club committees including Executive of the Bay of Islands Swordfish Club.

A former New Zealand Police member and Senior Customs Officer, Rhys is proficient with systems and safety, and brings a real team focus to the boatyard. He’s always up for a chat, and looks forward to assisting boaties with their needs so they can get back out and enjoy the water.

You can contact Rhys at rhys@boimarina.co.nz

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The Bay of Islands Boatyard has been the best we have visited for Luthier maintenance.

The facilities are very clean, the equipment’s well maintained and, the most important, the staff are very nice and always available to help us.

Thank you for the very good services from the Bay of Islands Boatyard.

Dorival and Catarina SV LUTHIER

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“ You have to stop here” – a USA

couples recount of reaching Aotearoa When Chris Ware and Jenn King decided to take on the world by sea, they weren’t just starting an adventure – they were continuing a love story that blends humor, science, and the open ocean.

Setting out from Ebenecook Harbor in Maine in September 2019, the American couple always had a circumnavigation in their sights – with New Zealand as a firm part of that. Their vessel Diva, a Deerfoot 2-62 whose design draws inspiration from New Zealand sailing concepts, has carried Chris and Jenn across thousands of nautical miles from their home in Manchester By The Sea, Massachusetts.

Reaching Aotearoa marks not just another waypoint in the sailing duo’s global journey, but a special connection to the heritage that influenced their vessel’s design.

Below is a Q & A of their experience so far: 1. How did your cruising plans evolve?

Our original plan was to carry out a circumnavigation, with the final end point in New Zealand. Mom is a kiwi and I have lots of “Rellies” down here to catch up with. We left in September of 2019 from Ebenecook Harbor in Southport, Maine and went down the East coast of the United States and then on to Antigua. We were headed to Panama when we were the last boat to clear to Bonaire before they shut the port due to Covid. We left 11 months later and spun around the Caribbean for Three years until New Zealand and French Polynesia opened up.

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3. What brought you to New Zealand?

Family, people, and natural beauty of the landscapes. I was here in 1999 and loved it.

During our trip, we realized just how good of a stop it is to get out of the Hurricane (Cyclone) box, which makes the insurance companies happy. Then when we arrived in Opua we found out that we would not be taxed on parts and equipment that we would buy here. In addition, the Vendors are lined up in a row and so easy to access so we decided to do our refit here in Opua in lieu of Australia.

4. First impressions of Opua?

Biosecurity does have a sense of humor. Our offer to make the biosecurity team a Pumpkin Pie for Thanksgiving (after trying to smuggle in pumpkin pie stuffing) was met with a wry giggle.

We also saw seals in the outer harbor along with the Rock that looks like a shark fin. (Cape Brett).

5. What you would say to other cruisers who are at the beginning of their journey about coming to New Zealand?

You have to stop here. The land is one of the most beautiful countries in the world and

the people are so nice. Marine resources are plentiful and the vendors extraordinarily capable. Set aside at least a month and go for a walk about on the North and South Islands.

Easy As. 6. New Zealand recommendations so far?

Diving on the wreck of the Rainbow Warrior, The beauty of the Glaciers, Mt Cook and Milford sound. Wine country in Blenheim along with the WW1 and WW2 planes in the aerodromes and the White wines – You have to love the Chenin Blanc wine at the Forrest Vineyard – literally the best white wine I have ever had, and the Hot Springs.

SV Diva - Deerfoot 2-62

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Message from the Harbourmaster Tēnā koutou katoa, welcome to the coast and harbours of Northland.

Northland extends from Mangawhai on the East coast, around North Cape and down to the Kaipara Harbour on the West coast. We are also within easy range of the Hauraki Gulf. As well as multiple small harbours we have two commercial shipping harbours, the Bay of Islands with visiting cruise ships in Summer, and Whangarei which is more commercial with tankers, log and container ships and cement carriers visiting.

Rules in New Zealand require any vessel under 500GT to keep out of the way of any vessel over 500 GT inside harbour limits. Some of these vessels are up to 350 meters long and move deceivingly fast, with limited sea room Do keep well clear for your own safety, and don’t try to cross in front, or anchor in navigational channels Weather can change quickly here, and a brisk sea breeze is common in Summer. Please check depths, tide, and allow for changing weather when anchoring, and please put enough cable out for changing tides and conditions. Do book a mooring or marina berth if you are going on a road trip holiday or exploring further inland for an extended period of time – don’t leave your boat at anchor.

Anywhere in New Zealand the speed limit on the water is 5 knots within 200m of the shore, or 50m of another vessel or person. This includes boat tenders! And any vessel under 6m requires lifejackets to be worn.

If you are in an overloaded small tender speeding around with no lifejackets in sight, you are likely to get pulled over by a friendly maritime officer and risk a hefty fine.

Get live wind and wave data for the Bay of Islands We’ve installed a live data buoy offshore of the Ninepin, to help you plan your coastal trips.

www.nrc.govt.nz/waves

You might find our wave data buoy useful.

It is installed outside of the harbour, North of the Ninepin rock. Go to www.nrc.govt. nz and enter ‘Wave’ into the search box.

The buoy will give you live readouts of wind and wave data on the coast.

On the same website check out “Good to go for Summer”, which details prohibited biosecurity areas and maritime links. We sadly have an invasive Cualerpa weed, and some areas of the Bay are now no anchoring areas.

Our harbourmasters team maintain the buoys and beacons, deal with wrecks, oil spills, and water safety. Any concerns you can call us on 0800504639 or email info@ nrc.govt.nz.

Thanks for reading and have a safe and enjoyable time on the Northland Coast.

Nga mihi nui Jim Lyle Regional Harbourmaster Northland

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WHO TO CONTACT IF THERE IS A PROBLEM Maritime New Zealand is the government agency with overall responsibility for boating safety in New Zealand.

Maritime Radio maintains VHF and HF radio services for our coastal waters and the South Pacific, providing around the clock monitoring for distress messages. It monitors VHF Ch. 16.

Search and rescue (SAR) has several agencies involved.

• The Rescue Coordination Centre New Zealand (RCCNZ) coordinates national- level operations; for example, missing aircraft and offshore rescues.

• New Zealand Police coordinates local SAR operations covering land and sea.

• Coastguard Northern Region has a number of rescue boats spread throughout the region and monitors a network of VHF channels. Use Ch.16, *500 from a cellphone, or 09 3031303. www.coastguard.org.nz • Surf Life Saving New Zealand also assists in SAR operations and, as the name suggests, specialises in areas of surf.

• Independent coastal radio channels. Russell Radio (Ch. 63) in the Bay of Islands, and Far North Radio (Ch. 60) provide local services on VHF for trip reports, weather forecasts and advice.

Northland Regional Council’s Regional Harbourmaster (that’s me) is responsible for Northland’s navigational safety out to 12 nautical miles. My team maintains buoys and beacons, oversees local navigation safety rules, deal with wrecks and responds to any oil spills. If you see pollution or a safety issue on the water, call us on 0800 504 639 or email info@nrc.govt.nz The harbourmaster’s office is not a local emergency rescue service – that role is filled by the coastguard and police.

Before arriving or moving to the next harbour, make sure you have all the contact details you need, and relevant VHF channels to hand – see page 18 for more information, or see our freely available ‘Boating in Northland’ Booklet for more details. Charts are readily available at any chandlery.

Enjoy you time in Northland waters and stay safe!

Ngā mihi nui Jim Lyle Regional Harbourmaster Northland Regional Council

Clean below?

Good to go!

Clean hulls stop the spread of marine pests. Make sure you know the rules for where you’re cruising.

For more info visit www.marinepests.nz

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PAIHIA Visitors enjoying the nearby Waitangi Mountain Bike Park

From Opua you can either walk 8km via the coastal walkway to the township of Paihia, or travel five minutes by car. A bustling little township with cafes, doctors centres, a dentist, gift stores, surf shops, restaurants and more. The waterfront area has had many upgrades added over the years thanks to a hard-working local group called Focus Paihia, who have rallied to create beautiful spaces we can all enjoy. These include waterfront playgrounds, planting and seating on the village green, murals and artwork, and the Waitangi Mountain Bike Park. There is also a golf course, horse trekking, and the nearby Haruru Falls which has a 5km walk alongside the river. There are often markets on the village green selling fresh produce and locally made arts and crafts.

KAWAKAWA

Fifteen minutes via car or you can walk along the old train line that runs from Opua - Kawakawa is named after a unique New Zealand shrub which you’ll find on the labels of many locally made skin products, oils and balms. The township itself runs off New Zealand’s main state highway, and is a common stop for visitors on their way north. One of the main attractions, believe it or not, are the public toilets. The Hundterwasser toilets in Kawakawa are a must see, built by renowned Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser who conceived the idea to support the community, where he was considered a ‘local’ after residing here for many years. The Bay of The famous Hundterwasser Islands Hospital is also located in Kawakawa – your toilets in the heart of Kawakawa closest all-hours centre for medical needs.

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RUSSELL

Where you’ll find arguably some of the best sunsets around. The west facing township is a historic spot, and was known as Kororāreka until the early 1840s. Here you can either enjoy the quaint village shops, museums, and waterfront eateries, or take a 15-minute walk over to Long Beach where you’ll find a golden sandy beach, often frequented by a coffee cart to enjoy a freshly made espresso. You can either anchor off Russell and explore by foot, or take the car ferry from Opua to Okiato and drive a further 8km into town. Alternatively Enjoying a sunset drink there is the ‘long way around’ which is a 45 minute on the Russell waterfront. trip by car which goes around the mainland.

KERIKERI

The largest of all four townships, Kerikeri has an estimated population of 8270, this is the site of the first permanent mission station and has some of the most historic buildings in the country. Kemp House and the Stone Store are well worth a visit, and it’s fertile soil and climate means there are many orchards and road side stalls from which to buy the freshest fruit and produce around. The Kerikeri Farmers Market is the Bay of Island’s largest market, held every Saturday and Sunday offering a great range of produce, meat, wine, beer, seafood, baked goods, The Packhouse Markets – deli items, coffee arts and crafts. on every Saturday from 8am.

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Ideally to secure a berth for your boat please feel free to make a booking or enquires by contacting the Bay of Island Marina Reception for Peace of Mind.

Northland must DO’s 1 Treaty of Waitangi

6 Explore the top of the North

Take a guided tour through the historic Waitangi Treaty Grounds and learn about New Zealand’s founding document, the Treaty of Waitangi.

Admire the giant Waka (Māori war canoe) and expansive views over the Pacific Ocean.

The Tasman sea meets the mighty Pacific Ocean at Cape Reinga, the northernmost tip of New Zealand.

Near the tip of Cape Reinga are the Te Paki Sand Dunes, the largest of their kind in the Southern Hemisphere. This is renowned for ‘dune boarding’ via boogie board.

2 Discover the Waipoua Forest Embark on an intimate tour with Footprints Waipoua, one of two New Zealand experiences featured in Lonely Planet’s guide to authentic travel.Come face to face with Tāne Mahuta – God of the Forest and New Zealand’s largest Kauri tree. Learn how the forest plays an important role in the lives of local Māori and the eco-system.

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3 Explore the Hokianga

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by Scenic Railway

Walk in the footsteps of great ancestor, Kupe. Manea, on the shores of the Hokianga Harbour, shares warmth and welcome through our own tribal narratives and traditions left by Kupe.

It’s a 75-minute multisensory journey of guided storytelling – through large scale artworks, film, performance, digital interaction, and the Hokianga environment.

4 Plentiful activities at Doubtless Bay Just one hour north of Opua you’ll find a stunning stretch of cosy coves, charming townships, and pohutukawa fringed beaches. Boutique shopping, local pā sites, heritage buildings, over-the-water buildings, and of course a feed of famous fish and chips are just some of the activities at this much-loved holiday spot.

5 Rock formations of the Whangaroa Harbour The hikes at Whangaroa are a must-do activity for any adventure seeker. Amazing volcanic fork formation Kaiaraara Rocks (Dukes Nose) is a local fave where views of turquoise waters below the beack are said to be some of the best in the country. This walk is either a 6-6 hour return from land, or you can also anchor your boat at the base of the cliff.

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Located on the Karikari Peninsula and at the mouth of the hidden harbour, Rangaunu, Rangiputa has incredible white sands that make for tropical-looking waters.

Head to nearby Puwheke hill to get up high and enjoy the views. Also a popular kitesurfing spot.

Starting from the Vintage Railway station in Kawakawa, you can ride the oldest passenger railway line in New Zealand (1864). It’s a 90-minute journey through Kawakawa and heading east across farmland and rivers towards Opua, with running commentary from the friendly railway staff.

Visit www.bayofislandsvintagerailway.org.nz.

9 Twin Coast Cycle Trail Starting from Opua you can enjoy farmland and scenic beauty via rail trailes, tunnels and bridges.

Discover the history and heritage of Maori and European settlements.

Visit www.twincoastcycletrail.kiwi.nz.

10 Ngawha Springs Bathe in the healing waters at Ngawha Springs and let the ancient energy revitalise your senses. Bathe at the main public springs (offering 16 geothermal pools) or book a private experience. Open Wednesday to Sunday 7am – 9pm.

Exploring further afield

If you’ve settled in, sorted the boat, and ready to explore deeper into our beautiful country, you’re in for a treat. Northland has so much to offer from activities to eateries to historical sites – take a deep breath and get ready to soak it in.

Two contrasting coastlines: Northland is a narrow land mass with two contrasting coastlines – the east being calm and sheltered, and the west being exposed and wild. Everywhere you look the view is different.

EAST: Featuring the golden sandy beaches of Doubtless Bay, fringed by pohutukawa trees, secluded coves, and charming townships. There’s local artists and galleries dotted right across the region and beautiful walks to be had along the way.

WEST: Wild, typically ‘black sand’ beaches, spectacular coastline and peaceful forests, a trip to Northland can’t miss this dramatic coast line. Whether the giant sand dunes of Opononi or the ancient Kauri Forests of the Kapiara region.

TWO COASTLINES MEET: Where these two vastly different stretches of land meet is hugely significant in Māori oral history, and if you reach the end of the road in Cape Reinga you’ll feel why. A beautiful walkway takes you out to the lighthouse which you may or may not have seen on your passage to New Zealand, with plaques lining the way to reach the area where tides and currents meet, which is historically recognised as where the spirits of deceased Māori leap into the ocean to return to their ancestral homeland of Hawaiki.

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Growing roots in Aotearoa; The Wild Thing story continued.

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Update from the Loehr family; Julia, Chris, Hugo, Jamie and Matilda.

If you are an avid Gateway reader, then you may recall our article from last year. It was our first time visiting New Zealand, and I had written about how captivated we had become by the beautiful Bay of Islands. Let me reintroduce ourselves: we are a German family with three children (now 9, 10 and 13 years old). We left home in August 2021 with the view to do a 3-year circumnavigation on Wild Thing², our distinctive Outremer 45 sailing catamaran. A sailor’s plans, however, as you’ll appreciate if you are a yachtie, are written in the sand at low tide. After more than 3-and-a-half years of cruising, we have come halfway around the world. We first arrived in Opua, New Zealand in November 2023 to get out of the Pacific cyclone belt during cyclone season.

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that our children could attend school in Opua for one term.

They were welcomed with open arms there and thrived in this exemplary school with the motto “sharing is caring”.

We realised that our children were starting to grow roots, which is a dangerous thing for sailors to do! My husband and I had also made friends and loved being in this idyllic slice of paradise.

Had it not been for our visa coming to an end, we may well just have stayed there and then. But the reality was that we had to leave New Zealand again by the end of April.

This is when a new plan was hatched. Why rush to sail on towards Indonesia and further west when we all enjoyed it so much here? And so, our family council decided to “sail back up to the islands” (as the Kiwis call Tonga, Fiji and other Pacific islands) before returning to Opua in November 2024.

TThere were moments we doubted our decision. The temptation to join other boat

friends and to explore new places together was strong, but ultimately, the pull of New Zealand prevailed.

We knew how right we had been to follow our hearts the moment we re-entered the magnificent Bay of Islands on 10 November 2024. We were overwhelmed by the lush greenery and the gently rolling hills unfolding before us and the scent of earth and land being gently carried over to us by the wind. We hadn’t expected to feel this intensely. To all five of us, it felt like coming home!

Cruising beyond the Bay of Islands We spent a couple of weeks in Opua reuniting with friends before embarking on our two-month adventure to circumnavigate the North Island and explore the northern South Island – a different path from most cruisers who leave their boats in marinas and travel by campervan.

Waiting for good weather, we sailed north to the Cavalli Islands, then to Whangaroa where we climbed the Duke’s Nose for magnificent views.

Continuing northward, we enjoyed fish and chips in Mangonui and surf time at Spirits Bay before facing Cape Reinga – the mythical Maori spirits’ leaping place. Despite a burst tube filling our starboard bilge, we safely navigated the spectacular swirl where the Tasman Sea meets the Pacific, welcomed by playful dolphins as we reached the west coast.

We spent two days motoring south before continuing to the South Island under white sails, spotting our first majestic albatross with its three-meter wingspan. This wonderful bird stayed with us for a long time, gliding effortlessly.

The crossing through the Tasman Sea was sporty with 35-knot gusts and disorganized waves, but dawn brought us into calm waters near Golden Bay. The pristine white beach of Onetahuti in Abel Tasman National Park was unforgettable – we’d made it to the South Island!

While exploring the national park, we encountered playful seals and crossed paths with 60 dolphins while sailing our dinghy. A kind Kiwi couple invited us to stay on their guest mooring at Squally Cove

before we sailed to remote D’Urville Island where we learned to fish for delicious blue cod. We navigated the notorious French Pass at slack tide, escorted by dolphins reminiscent of the famous Pelorus Jack.

After exploring Pelorus and Queen Charlotte Sounds (following Captain Cook’s route), we enjoyed Christmas Eve dining at historic Furneaux Lodge and hiked to a 1000-yearold rimu tree on Christmas Day. In Picton, we visited ex-cruising friends near Blenheim for wine tasting before crossing Cook Strait to Wellington. There we enjoyed the cable car, Weta Workshop, Te Papa Museum, a surprise Banksy exhibition, and a spectacular New Year’s Eve with fireworks.

Sailing up the eastern coast, strong winds forced us to shelter in Napier, the Art Deco city rebuilt after the 1931 earthquake. When conditions improved, we continued through squally conditions past East Cape, smelling sulfur from White Island before anchoring at Slipper Island.

At Great Mercury Island, we reunited with sailing friends, then spotted little penguins en route to Waiheke Island with its vineyards and walking trails.

From Auckland, where we watched the SailGP racing, we explored islands to the north including Tiritiri Matangi, Te Haupa, and Kawau, meeting wonderful Kiwi families. We wingfoiled in Bland Bay, explored the old whaling station in Whangamumu, and witnessed dolphins playing in the anchorage. Finally, we passed dramatic Cape Brett to

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The Manawanui Project: Sailing for Resilience in Temotu Setting sail for the Solomon Islands in August 2025 The Manawanui Project is an ambitious initiative forging sustainable partnerships with remote communities in the Temotu province of the Solomon Islands. Through collaboration and cultural exchange, we aim to build resilience against the growing challenges of climate change, ensuring a sustainable future for generations to come.

Our commitment to this mission runs deep.

Several team members have developed strong bonds with the people of Temotu through past humanitarian efforts. When the four Ariki (chiefs) of Tikopia reached out for urgent assistance, we knew we had to act.

Aboard the 72-foot ketch SY Manawanui, our first humanitarian and intercultural voyage sets sail from Opua in August 2025. Charting a course through the Vanuatu archipelago to the southeast Solomon Islands, we will deliver essential aid, share knowledge, and strengthen ties with local communities. This journey isn’t just about delivering supplies—it’s about fostering friendships and empowering the people of Temotu with resources and skills to navigate an uncertain future.

turers, and changemakers, all united by their love of the sea and their commitment to the Temotu region. But we can’t do it alone.

How You Can Help The Manawanui Project is seeking support in the form of financial contributions, goods, services, and publicity. If you’d like to be part of this meaningful voyage, or if you have ideas to share, please reach out to Martin at info@ manawanuiproject.org.

To learn more about our mission and impact, click the QR code.

Join us in making a difference—one voyage at a time.

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What’ s On?

Here’s just some of the events and public holidays in the region from May onwards.

An updated list can be found at www.visit boi.co.nz

MAY 2025 Country Rock Festival 9th,10th,11th, May The Bay of Islands Country Rock Festival features good music and friendship in the stunning setting of the Bay of Islands of New Zealand. Each year the festival features more than 40 acts performing at multiple venues. Street music in Paihia and Russell also gives you a chance to enjoy the music as you dine at a nearby café or join in some dancing. www.boimusicfestivals.com HotPrintz Bay of Islands Run/Walk Festival 18th May 2025 Sponsored by Hotprintz The perfect outing to get active in the sun and take in the beautiful scenery of the Bay of Islands. https://www.facebook.com/sportnorthlandevents

JUNE 2025 International Yellowtail Fishing Tournament 8-13 June Hosted annually by the Bay of Islands Swordfish Club, the iconic light tackle Yellowtail Tournament is one of the oldest fishing tournaments in the country. www.swordfish.co.nz.

Matariki Bay of Islands 21st June – 14th July The Bay of Islands Matariki Festival features over 30 free and ticketed events over June and July in celebration of Puanga Matariki. www.matarikinz.com.

Brew of Islands 28 June Get ready for a craft beer adventure like no other in the stunning Bay of Islands!

Brew of Islands brings together the best local and national breweries, mouth-watering food vendors, and epic live entertainment for a festival packed with flavour and fun. Whether you’re a craft beer connoisseur or just keen for a great time, expect exclusive brews, delicious eats, and an electric atmosphere.

Location: Turner Centre, 43 Cobham Road, Kerikeri, New Zealand

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JULY 2025 Maori All Blacks v Scotland Semenoff Stadium, Whangarei 5 July Te pakō o te pekepaipa ki Whangārei Terenga Paraoa – The Bagpipes will resound in Whangārei! Celebrate 25 years since the Māori All Blacks last faced Scotland in this historic international rugby clash. Enjoy a family-friendly afternoon of world-class rugby and cultural exchange, starting with a thrilling Black Ferns trial match, followed by the highly anticipated main event. Visit www.allblacks.com

OCTOBER 2025 Bay of Islands Walking Weekend 9-12 October Walking many of the islands and remote spots on the peninsula. HQ is the Russell Bowling Club where people can meet, eat and chat about their day.

Labour Weekend KOAST Art Trail 24-27 October 2025 The 2025 art trail will run from Friday 24 October, over Labour Weekend, until Monday 27 giving visitors four days to enjoy the area and visit talented artists. The four days enables many artists from around the region to take part in the event. KOAST is also delighted to welcome several of the region’s art galleries who are taking part, not only in supporting their artists but also the event.

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120 nautical mile race from Auckland to Russell in the Bay of Islands. Long marked the opening of the season for hundeds of Kiwi boaties. Visit www.coataclclassic.co.nz

Hosted annually in early January by the Russell Boating Club, this spectacular event features tall ships, classics, and all comers in one big race. All welcome, and the day is topped off with a Hangi and Music https://russellboatingclub.org.nz.

NOVEMBER 2025 Northland Waste Kerikeri Half Marathon & Street Party 22nd November The Northland Waste Kerikeri Half Marathon on 22 November 2025 is a predominantly downhill run from Okaihau to Kerikeri, and is the final event in the Sport Northland Run/Walk Series each year.

Visit www.kerikerhalfmarathon.co.nz/ www. kerikeristreetparty.co.nz Bay of Islands Cruisers Festival Events, seminars, and activities, open to all cruisers. More details at www.boimarina.co.nz.

DECEMBER 2025 Paihia Christmas Parade When Santa comes to Paihia, accompanied by a range of floats organised by schools, local businesses and community organisations in a colourful display down the main street! Keep an eye on www.visitboi.co.nz for confirmed date.

Christmas Eve Market 24th December, at the Old Packhouse Market in Kerikeri. A wide range of food, arts, crafts and gifts to sample and buy.

NYE Fireworks 31st December – midnight. Set from a barge in the centre of the bay, the fireworks can be seen from many restaurants or bars from the beaches surrounding the inner bay. www.paihianz.co.nz/new-years-eve-fireworks

Bay of Islands Sailing Week 20th-23rd January A multi-day sailing regatta for keelboats, trailer yachts, and multihulls. www.bayofislandssailingweek.org.nz.

FEBRUARY 2026 Waitangi Day Celebrations 6th February A celebration to mark the first signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, held at the Waitangi Marae and Treaty Grounds. Visit www.visitboi.co.nz/ events.

FOIL Bay of Islands – Date TBC A festival of foiling hosted by the Bay of Islands Sailing club featuring wing surfers, wind foilers, kitesurfers, and a range of other foiling classes.

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Fishing, diving and anchoring restrictions *As at January 2025

If you’re heading out in the Bay of Islands, make sure you are aware of areas with fishing, diving and anchoring restrictions.

Cape Brett

Marine Protected Areas Fishing and collecting kai moana (seafood) is not allowed around the Mimiwhangata peninsula and from Maunganui Bay (Deep Water Cove) to Opourua (Oke Bay).

Rakaumangamanga Te Rāwhiti Inlet Bay of Islands Whangaruru Harbour

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In a third area, around Cape Brett, bulk harvesting of fish using commercial seining and trawling methods is prohibited to a depth of 100 metres.

These restrictions are in place to protect local marine ecosystems, which have been severely impacted by fishing.

Exceptions to the rules include kina harvesting, research or restoration activities, and non-commercial customary fishing rights guaranteed under Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Controlled Area Notice Fishing (including spearfishing, crayfishing, and shellfish gathering), diving and anchoring is not allowed in Te Rāwhiti Inlet.

These restrictions are in place to prevent the spread of the invasive seaweed exotic caulerpa.

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KEY Marine Protected Area: No-take - except kina Controlled Area Notice: No fishing, diving and anchoring Marine Protected Area: Commercial fishing restrictions

For coordinates, see your Navionics app or visit: Marine Protected Areas: www.nrc.govt.nz/marineareas Controlled Area Notice: www.mpi.govt.nz/can-map-terawhiti

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The invasive seaweed exotic caulerpa is in Te Rāwhiti Inlet SEEN IT ELSEWHERE IN NORTHLAND? TAKE A PHOTO RECORD YOUR LOCATION TELL US 0800 80 99 66 or report.mpi.govt.nz *As at January 2025

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Triumphs and Memories at 2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week The 2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week delivered another unforgettable event, with participants echoing a common sentiment: “Why wouldn’t you come back? Just look around!” Three days of racing wrapped up on Friday, 24 January with Northland’s stunning coastal waters creating the perfect backdrop for another year of competition and camaraderie.

Light morning winds built to afternoon sea breezes on all three race days, making the sailing both tactical and enjoyable as crews enjoyed a mix of light airs and consistent winds.

A total of 92 crews entered this year including two divisions hosting their national championships; the 10-strong Flying Fifteen fleet and the hotly contested Sports Boat fleet.

A highlight of the event was the fierce yet friendly contest between two Navy teams from opposite hemispheres in the Gurit Island Racing D Division. Crews from the British Royal Navy and the Royal New Zealand Navy lined up in Chico 40’s following a team exercise to deliver the boats up the coast from Auckland.

The UK’s Mako II, helmed by Lieutenant Emma Barry, triumphed over New Zealand’s Manga II, securing second place in their division and earning her one of the SheSails NZ Top Female Helm trophies.

“This award is truly special, and the entire week has been incredible. As a team we get to try all positions in the boat and develop our skills in all areas, so I feel very grateful to have had this opportunity,” the British Royal Navy Officer said.

“Sailing up the coastline before the event allowed us to bond as a crew and get comfortable with the boats. The close competition has been a thrill—yesterday, we were on the hip during a long final leg – they are really evenly matched,” she continued.

The division was won by local Opua boat The Racoon, a Shaw 550 helmed by Paul Smith,

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while the secondChico 40 Manga II with the New Zealand team aboard placed third.

The two SheSails NZ trophies, introduced last year, aim to celebrate and encourage female sailors to take on helming roles. They are awarded to one female in Island Racing and one in the Windward Leeward courses.

The second SheSails NZ Trophy for top female helm was awarded to Flying Fifteen helm Sally Garrett, who claimed third place in their fleet with her crew on The Godffather.

The Flying Fifteen’s nationals doubled as a selection event for their next World Championship in Weymouth. Garret is also the NZ Flying Fifteen President and says the Bay of Islands provides ideal training grounds for the UK venue later this year.

“We’ve held our nationals here before, and we couldn’t have asked for better sailing conditions this week—clear waters, minimal wakes, and well-organised racing. It’s a fantastic venue and mirrors what we expect for Weymouth.”

Ben Lowe and crew aboard Ffettucini claimed first place, followed by Murray Gilbert’s Ffrenetic and Sally Garrett’s The Godffather in third.

The Flying Fifteen is the biggest one-design keelboat in the world. The fleet offers tight-knit racing, one of the races during Bay of Islands Sailing Week finished within just one minute and twenty seconds.

Looking Ahead As the regatta concludes for another year, organisers extend their gratitude to the sponsors who made the 2025 edition such a success.

With its vibrant atmosphere, exceptional sailing conditions, and memorable camaraderie, the Bay of Islands Sailing Week continues to shine as one of New Zealand’s premier yachting events.

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NORTHLAND CRUISING GUIDE

54 Maps& Spots from the Cavalli Islands to Cape Brett

Whangaroa & Cavalli Islands

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Contacts: Coastguard Whangaroa VHF 64 Maritime Radio VHF 16, 67, Russell Radio VHF 63

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1.Waitepipi Bay - Whangaroa

GPS: 35°00.222'S, 173°43.954'E Bottom: Broken Shell, Exposed toWind E,SE. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: Well sheltered in winds from south through west and north to northeast. Can gust down off hills in strong winds. Good holding in 3-8m. Often get early morning fogs in the harbour in settled weather.

Features: Probably the best, sheltered harbour in New Zealand. Great scenery. Land on the beach in southwest corner and climb up to Okomoko Pa site for stunning harbour views. Reasonably good scallop bed and a few stingrays, especially in the summer, resting or feeding on the bottom. Often poor visibility.

2.Rere Bay - Whangaroa Harbour GPS: 35°0.526'S, 173°43.788'E Bottom: Mud,Sand.

Exposed toWind E,SE,W. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: More sheltered than Waitepipi, but still subject to gusts in strong winds. Shallows towards the head of the bay, but good holding in 3-6m in mud.

Features: Good anchorage to explore the inlet up to The Canyon. Take your tender on a rising tide, or land in Lane Cove and climb up to the Duke's Nose. Another track from here will take you through to Totara North, approx. an hour's walk. Scallop beds throughout Pekapeka Bay, Rere Bay and Waitepipi Bay, but visibility is often poor with a few stingrays feeding on the bottom.

3.Whangaroa Marina

GPS: 35°03.064'S, 173°44.518'E Bottom: Mud. Exposed toWind Nil. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: The entrance to the harbour is 200m wide with plenty of depth and a clear channel to the marina.

Features: Whangaroa Gamefish Club clubrooms, restaurant and bar adjoins the marina. A beautiful harbour with lovely walks, a hotel and a shop close by.

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4.Waitapu Bay - Whangaroa

GPS: 35°02.614'S, 173°45.468'E Bottom: Mud,Sand.

Exposed toWind NW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: Slightly shallower than the other bays, but very sheltered, especially if the wind is from the southwest or northeast. Open to the northwest. Good for vessels with shoal draft. Good holding.

Features: Another snug hideaway in a blow, or just a pleasant anchorage in good weather. There's a boat ramp on the southwestern headland. A number of moored boats, but plenty of room.

5.Touwai Bay - Whangaroa

GPS: 35°01.804'S, 173°46.120'E Bottom: Mud,Sand.

Exposed toWind SW,W,NW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: Much the same as Owhatanga Bay, except with better shelter from the north and slightly more exposed from the west. Again, deep water close to shore: anchor close for better shelter. Good holding. High hills on both sides can bring on strong gusts in bad weather. Watch for 2.2m shallow if leaving the bay in a southwest direction.

Features: A good, safe night anchorage. As with most of the harbour, it is well worth dangling a line for breakfast.

6.Owhatanga Bay - Whangaroa

GPS: 35°01.404'S, 173°46.006'E Bottom: Broken Shell, Exposed toWind W,NW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: Depending on wind direction, there are plenty of choices here with good shelter; except from the northwest. Water mostly deep enough around the bay to tuck in close to the shore in a blow. Good holding.

Features: This is a sheltered bay with good holding.

Couldn't be better when it's blowing hard. Close to Kingfish Lodge for a meal out. Scallops can be found throughout the harbour; visibility is poor. Fishing for snapper, kahawai and john dory is worthwhile.

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7.Stephenson Island

GPS: 34°58.235'S, 173°46.753'E Bottom: Rocks,Seawee Exposed toWind E,SE,S,SW,W. Swell: NW. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Two anchorages are favoured by the locals: this one and the bay around to the west of the island in 4m of water. Both anchorages are over a foul bottom; lay your anchor carefully. Be aware that Homestead Bay on the western side of the island has submerged rocks in close.

Features: The island is private land and is an operating drystock farm with sheep and cattle. Please give due respect and do not leave litter on the beaches. Diving and fishing is excellent all around the island with Cone Island at the northern end favoured by the locals.

8.Whangaihe Bay

GPS: 34°59.736'S, 173°48.996'E Bottom: Sand,Shingle.

Exposed toWind N,NE,NW. Swell: N,NE,NW. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Clear entry down the middle of the bay.

Anchor approx. 200m from beach in 3-4m. Great lunchtime stop or overnight. Good holding. Open to the north, but good shelter in winds from east to west through south.

Features: Land at the small bay on the northeastern side, being mindful of the rock about 75m off its beach. Walk to the headland for great views. Explore by tender the chain of islands that extend north from this headland. Frenchman Rock has tunnels and caves. Great for snorkelling.

9.Mahinepua Bay

GPS: 34°59.928'S, 173°51.078'E Bottom: Sand.

Exposed toWind NE,E,SE. Swell: NE,E,SE. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Fair Weather Anchoring Tips: Well sheltered from north to southwest winds, but shallow at its head. Anchor in the middle, north of the small bay on the southern side, in 3-4m. Moderate to good holding.

Features: Good bay for an overnight stop in westerly conditions. The coastline out to Flat Island is littered with rocks and foul holding snapper, crayfish and a huge variety of marine life for the diver and snorkeller to marvel at.

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10.Te Ngaere Bay

GPS: 35°1.058'S, 173°51.924'E Bottom: Sand.

Exposed toWind N,NE,E,NW. Swell: N,NE. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Clear entry into bay between two sets of small islands. Good shelter in winds from southwest to southeast, but can be subject to ground swell. Anchor in 45m approx. 150m north of small rocky outcrop on western end of Taiaue Beach, being mindful of the awash rock just northwest of Omorere Reef. Moderate to good holding.

Features: Beautiful, sandy beach and the small settlement of Te Ngaere. No shops. Dome Rock at the entrance of the bay is worth exploring for the diver and the fisherman. Crayfish, red moki, spotties, leatherjackets and the occasional snapper.

11.Parua Bay

GPS: 35°1.158'S, 173°54.114'E Bottom: Sand,Shingle.

Exposed toWind N,NE,E,SE. Swell: N,NE,E,SE. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Fair Weather Anchoring Tips: Good anchorage to come to from Motukawanui if wind turns south to west. Be aware of Waipunaiti Reef which extends out from the bay's southeastern point, including the rock that is approx. 315m further out in the same line. From the northwest point is a rock approx. 320m out that is also dangerous. Keep in the middle and anchor approx. 115m off beach in 5-8m.

Moderate to good holding. Subject to ground swell.

Features: Beautiful bay with shingle beach and private farmland behind it.

12.Motutapere Island

GPS: 34°58.368'S, 173°56.250'E Bottom: Rocks,Sand,S Exposed toWind SE,S,SW,W. Swell: NE,S,SW,W,N Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Day Time Only Anchoring Tips: Shallower and more sheltered anchorage for diving the 'Rainbow Warrior', which will be approx.

350m away at 235-degrees true and marked by a yellow buoy. Depth 6-10m. Moderate holding. Subject to a roll.

Features: Great dive on the Greenpeace vessel 'Rainbow Warrior'; purposefully sunk here in December 1987 as a memorial. Lying in 26m, it is covered in a myriad of jewel anemones. Blue maomao, mackerel, snapper and kingfish are common, as are sandagers and scarlet wrasses, combfish, pigfish and golden snapper. Octopus are often hidden on decks. A photographer's dream.

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13.Hamaruru Island

GPS: 34°58.624'S, 173°56.775'E Bottom: Rocks,Sand,S Exposed toWind E,SE,S,SW,W. Swell: E,SW,W. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Day Time Only Anchoring Tips: Sheltered from northwest to northeast winds, this is a good daytime anchorage from which to explore these smaller islands by tender. Anchor approx.

110m off each point on either side of the beach in 3-5m.

Moderate holding.

Features: Great little island to explore with large arch through to the north side. Excellent snorkelling and diving on the northern side, which can be accessed across the beach. Take care if northerly swell running. Department of Conservation island; landing permitted, but no animals allowed.

14.North Beach - Motukawanui Is. GPS: 34°59.016'S, 173°57.036'E Bottom: Sand.

Exposed toWind N,NE,E,W,NW. Swell: N,NE,E,W,NW Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Day Time Only Anchoring Tips: Open from southwest to northeast through to north. Anchor approx. 200m north of western point of the beach in 6m on sand. Anchorage for dropping people off at the beach. Subject to ground swell.

Features: Track starts from the western side of the beach to Waiiti and Horseshoe Bays. Stunning views. Kiwis on this island. Take tender 150m around northeast point to explore cave with three entrances. In calm conditions enter narrow cut running northeast to southwest. Cave is on northern side. Department of Conservation island; landing permitted, but no animals allowed.

15.North Bay - Motukawanui Is.

GPS: 34°59.278'S, 173°56.638'E Bottom: Rocks,Sand.

Exposed toWind N,NE,E,W,NW. Swell: N,NE,W,NW. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Good shelter here from winds southwest through south to southeast. Open to north. Anchor approx.

200m off each side of bay in 8-9m. Good holding if anchor properly dug in.

Features: Best anchorage in southerly conditions. Good for overnight. Handy to landing beach to the northeast. Wreck of Greenpeace vessel 'Rainbow Warrior' lies 1.4km bearing 331-degrees true from here. Great dive. Department of Conservation island; landing permitted, but no animals allowed.

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16.Northeast Bay - Motukawanui

GPS: 34°59.502'S, 173°57.186'E Bottom: Rocks,Sand.

Exposed toWind N,NE,E,SE,S. Swell: N,NE,E,SE,S,N Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Fair Weather Anchoring Tips: Northeast Bay looks worse on the chart than it really is, but as in this whole area, extreme caution should be exercised at all times. An anchorage approx.

200m out from the southern point of the small bay, midway between the visible rocks in 6-8m, is tenable in settled winds from the westerly quarter. Usually subject to ground swell.

Be aware of awash rock 800m to the east.

Features: Very rugged coastline with many rocks: extreme care is called for at all times. Department of Conservation island; landing permitted, but no animals allowed.

17.Motuharakeke Is.

GPS: 35°00.018'S, 173°57.886'E Bottom: Rocks.

Exposed toWind E,SE,S,SW,W. Swell: N,NE,E,SE,S,S Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Day Time Only Anchoring Tips: For the more adventurous in settled weather, as there is usually some swell running here.

Anchor between Motuharaheke and Te Anaputa Islands in 8-12m.

Features: Use this anchorage as a base for exploring this group by tender. There is a tunnel running right through Motuharakeke with good depth and height for a tender.

There is a cave with three entrances on Te Anaputa Island that can be entered at half tide rising. Conditions should be calm and watch for 'rising' rocks in a swell! Department of Conservation island; landing permitted.

18.Waiiti Bay - Motukawanui Is.

GPS: 35°00.438'S, 173°55.990'E Bottom: Sand,Shingle.

Exposed toWind SE,S,SW,W. Swell: S,SW,W. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Fair Weather Anchoring Tips: Anchor in the middle of the bay approx. equidistant from southeastern headland, northwestern reef, and beach in 3-4m. Shallows towards the beach. Moderate to good holding. Clear entry except for shallow areas off southeastern headland and northwest reef. Rolly in northerly or southerly swells.

Features: Beautiful bay with pa site on southern headland.

The track from the northern end arrives here and in Horseshoe Bay. Hear the kiwis at night. Department of Conservation island; landing permitted, but no animals allowed.

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19.Horseshoe Bay - Motukawanui GPS: 35°00.762'S, 173°56.370'E Bottom: Sand,Shingle.

Exposed toWind SE,S,SW,W. Swell: S,SW,W. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Fair Weather Anchoring Tips: Wider but shallower than Waiiti Bay. Anchor in the middle, which is approx. 315m equidistant from headlands and beach in 3m. Moderate to good holding. Clear entry to bay, but shallows approx. 150m out from beach. Subject to a roll from northerly and southerly swells.

Features: Beautiful bay with steep, shingle beach. Track from northern end comes into this bay. Pa sites on north and south headlands with great views. Hear the kiwis at night! Department of Conservation island; landing permitted, but no animals allowed.

20.Orokaraka Bay

GPS: 35°2.490'S, 173°55.183'E Bottom: Sand.

Exposed toWind N,NE,E,NW. Swell: N,NE,E. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Sheltered in a westerly and southerly breeze you will find good holding over firm sand in a 3 - 4 metres of water. The coastline to either side is littered with rocks but this is quite a clean a safe little anchoarage. Can be subject to roll.

Features: A remote and picturesque bay with no road access and a small fresh water stream. Broken rocks and foul to the south will produce a snapper or two for breakfast.

21.Waiaua Bay

GPS: 35°3.577'S, 173°55.787'E Bottom: Sand.

Exposed toWind E,SE,S. Swell: NE,E,SE,S. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Protected from a north westerly this is a clean clear anchorage that is often protected from the predominate swell. Moderate holding over firm sand in this secluded bay.

Features: Takoa Bay is very exposed to the north and the east, subject to swells and surf on the beaches. With its proximity to the Cavallis Islands and the Bay of Islands it is often overlooked as an anchorage. As a result you can sometimes find a pleasant and private anchorage to yourself in the right weather.

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22.Whale Bay

GPS: 35°10.112'S, 174°6.586'E Bottom: Sand,Shingle.

Exposed toWind E,SE,S,SW. Swell: E,SE,S,SW. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Open to south. If approaching from east, there is deep water inside Howe Rock, otherwise the entry is clear. Deep bay and well sheltered from north-west to northeast winds. Moderate holding 100m off beach in 3-5m between the two rocky outcrops in the middle of the bay.

Can be subject to ocean swell, which will make it an uncomfortable and rolly anchorage.

Features: Better shelter than Rangihoua Bay, but much smaller. Mostly steep-sided. When the weather is good it is an excellent, quiet spot that does not attract the number of boats that crowd the eastern bays.

23.Rangihoua Bay

GPS: 35°10.249'S, 174°5.763'E Bottom: Sand,Shingle.

Exposed toWind E,SE,S,SW. Swell: E,SE,S. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Open to the south-east, but good shelter from north-east to north-west winds. Subject to a roll from north to north-east swells. Rocky outcrops on eastern side.

Anchor approx. 150m out from beach in front of the Marsden Cross. Moderate to good holding. Move to southern end of bay in westerly winds.

Features: Site of Reverand Samuel Marsden's first sermon in New Zealand on Christmas Day 1814. This is commemorated by the Marsden Cross. Walk up to the pa site for a great view of the bay. The Te Pahi Islands to the southwest can be interesting to snorkel and fish.

24.Opito Bay

GPS: 35°11.644'S, 174°2.477'E Bottom: Mud. Exposed toWind SE,S,SW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: A large number of private moorings and private homes on shore does not make this the most picturesque anchorage; however, it is safe in a blow with good holding over mud in deep water.

Features: Close to marina facilities in the next bay to the west. For vessels with a shallow draft of less than 1.2 metres, the Kerikeri River is navigable up to the historic stone store and the township.

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Contacts: Coastguard Bay of Islands VHF 04 Maritime Radio VHF 16, 67 Russell Radio VHF 63

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25.Kerikeri Cruising Club/Marina GPS: 35°11.722'S, 174°02.076'E Bottom: Mud.

Exposed toWind Nil. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: Port markers identify the channel to the marina. The channel has been dredged to a minimum of 2m at spring-low tide.

Features: The marina clubhouse, restaurant and bar are open daily during the summer and visitors are welcome. It is 15-minutes' drive by road to the historic Kerikeri township.

26.Moturoa Island

GPS: 35°12.400'S, 174°4.564'E Bottom: Mud. Exposed toWind N,W,NW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Kent Passage gives access to Kerikeri Inlet and is safe for large vessels. An overhead power line gives a safe height of 23m at high tide. A clear entrance into a deep bay with good holding over mud. Be aware of the rocks close to shore.

Features: Moturoa is a privately owned island and is not part of the Bay of Islands Maritime Park. A nice beach.

Nearby Kent Channel often has schooling kahawai - look for the birds. For the diver there are scallop beds worth checking out.

27.Paihia

GPS: 35°16.798'S, 174°5.843'E Bottom: Mud,Sand.

Exposed toWind N,NE,E,SE. Swell: N,NE,E,SE. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Anchor well away from the wharf to avoid wash from the ferries. Good depth of water and good holding over mud. Beware of the two submarine cables to the south-east of this bay.

Features: Normally a daytime anchorage used to restock the larder.

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28.Opua Marina

GPS: 35°18.766'S, 174°7.325'E Bottom: Mud. Exposed toWind Nil. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: Two car ferries operate regularly from Opua across the channel to Okiato. When manoeuvring around the Opua Wharf, Opua Store or in the channel, always keep in mind the strong tidal flow and the ferries.

Features: A new and modern marina well equipped to service visiting boaties from around New Zealand and overseas.

29.Uruti Bay

GPS: 35°16.721'S, 174°8.062'E Bottom: Mud. Exposed toWind W. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: A calm, protected and safe anchorage with good holding over mud. Anchor in the mouth of the bay, as it does dry out halfway from shore. If the wind changes to the west, move over to the western side of Pomare Bay. Features: As it is surrounded by private land, access to the shore and a public road is a long run in the tender. Generally used as an overnight spot before heading into or out of Russell, Opua or Paihia. If you get stuck here waiting out a storm, try running a flounder net in Orongo Bay.

30.Matauwhi Bay

GPS: 35°16.121'S, 174°7.642'E Bottom: Mud. Exposed toWind SE,S,SW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: A large number of moored boats, but without the constant boat traffic of Kororareka Bay (Russell). Anchor carefully - poor holding over soft mud.

Features: If you wish to spend time in Russell, this is a better anchorage than Kororareka Bay and is without the constant wash from heavy traffic. A floating pontoon attached to the Russell Boating Club on the west side of the bay is an ideal place to go ashore. From the club it is an easy 700-metre walk to the centre of the village.

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31.Kororareka Bay (Russell)

GPS: 35°15.790'S, 174°7.205'E Bottom: Mud. Exposed toWind SW,W,NW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-1m Suitable: Day Time Only Anchoring Tips: Lots of private moorings, ferries and a large number of recreational and commercial vessels coming in and out make this a poor anchorage. Anchor away from the ferry channel; good holding over mud.

Features: Russell is a delightful little village to pick up supplies and to enjoy the various cafes and restaurants. Have a drink at the oldest gamefishing club in the Southern Hemisphere and/or visit the museum.

32.Roberton Island (Motuarohia Is GPS: 35°14.032'S, 174°10.114'E Bottom: Mud,Sand,Shi

Exposed toWind SE,S,SW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Wide bay open to the south. Deep water close in to beach. Well sheltered from all northerly quarters.

Generally good holding. North-west corner shallower, but with mostly 3-5m depth. Usually the best place to land is in this corner of the bay.

Features: Almost compulsory to visit this lovely island.

Private both east and west ends, but middle is Department of Conservation owned. No animals allowed. The lagoon on the north side of isthmus has an underwater guided trail.

Track to the historic pa site starts at the western end and goes up through the bush. Stunning views of the islands and

33.Mangahawea Bay - Moturua Is. GPS: 35°13.258'S, 174°11.016'E Bottom: Sand.

Exposed toWind SW,W,NW. Swell: N,W,NW. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Fair Weather Anchoring Tips: Open to the west. Clear entry. Anchor in the middle approx. 150m off the beach in sand offering moderate holding.

Features: Lovely bay with sandy beach. Department of Conservation island with access to walking track. Interesting snorkelling around two small islets on northern side; kelpcovered reefs that drop into deep guts. Some crayfish in the holes with sponges, anemones, red moki, snapper and banded wrasse. Dinghy passage between islet and island at half-tide and rising.

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34.Waipao Bay - Moturua Island

GPS: 35°13.736'S, 174°11.374'E Bottom: Sand,Seaweed Exposed toWind SE,S,SW,W,NW. Swell: SE,S,SW,W,N Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Fair Weather Anchoring Tips: Open to southwest. Clear entry. One awash rock in northern end of this double bay (Waiiti Bay).

Anchor between headlands in 3m on sand with moderate holding.

Features: Department of Conservation island with access to walking tracks right around island. No animals. French explorer Marion Dufresne anchored off this bay in January 1772 and set up a hospital for his sick crew here. He and many of his crew were massacred in Assassination Cove later that month.

35.Awaawaroa Bay - Moturua Is.

GPS: 35°13.582'S, 174°11.962'E Bottom: Mud,Sand.

Exposed toWind SE,S. Swell: SE,S. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: Also known as Pipi Bay, this is a wellsheltered bay for strong winds from northerly quarters. Not much room, but good holding. Anchor in middle towards the head in 3-4m. Next bay to the west is almost as good except it is shallower (Hahangarua Bay) and the land is private there.

Features: Department of Conservation island with walking tracks around island. There is no access to the walking track from these southern bays. No animals allowed. Very popular sheltered and picturesque anchorage.

36.Waiwhapuku Bay - Moturua Is. GPS: 35°13.096'S, 174°11.634'E Bottom: Sand.

Exposed toWind N,NE,E,SE. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Fair Weather Anchoring Tips: When entering the passage from the north, between the islands, keep closer to Moturua Island to avoid rocks off the islet on northern side. Clear entry to this bay. Anchor in middle in 2-3m with moderate holding.

Good protection from westerly-quarter winds. If coming in from south, keep well west of shallow area of islet Ngatokaparangi. Occasional surge in northerly swell.

Features: Department of Conservation island with walking tracks. No animals. Lovely bay and sandy beach. Walk up to see the WW2 gun installations and good views of the bay.

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37.Sunset Bay - Motukiekie Island GPS: 35°13.004'S, 174°11.888'E Bottom: Mud,Rocks,S

Exposed toWind SW,W,NW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: Beware of rocks close in to shore; anchor further out in the bay to be safe. Channel access is from both north and south for medium-draft vessels. Watch out for the drying sand spit and rocks extending out from the southern tip of Motukiekie Island, and for unmarked submerged rocks on the western side of the northern channel.

Features: A beautiful private and protected bay that is now dominated by a large private house situated above the beach.

Island is now private land.

38.Waewaetorea Bay

GPS: 35°12.142'S, 174°12.696'E Bottom: Broken Shell, Exposed toWind W. Swell: N. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Excellent anchorage in deep water with a white sandy beach. Strong tidal flow with surges through the channel from the north-east at times. Beware of the rocks to the north of the bay in the middle of the channel.

Features: Quite picturesque with good walks along the beach and great views at the top of the hill. Ideal spot for a picnic, swimming, sunbathing and snorkelling.

39.Waewaetorea Passage

GPS: 35°12.596'S, 174°13.246'E Bottom: Sand,Shingle.

Exposed toWind N,NE,W,NW. Swell: N. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Two lovely bays on the southern side of the passage between Waewaetorea and Urupukapuka Islands. Well sheltered from east to south winds, but can be subject to surges coming in the passage from the north-east.

Both bays much the same, but there is an awash rock on the northern side of the north-eastern bay. Moderate holding in 4-5m.

Features: Department of Conservation island with walking tracks right around island. No animals. Access to tracks from the northeastern bay. Nice swimming beaches and interesting snorkelling at northeastern entrance to passage.

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40.Otaio Bay - Urupukapuka Is.

GPS: 35°12.834'S, 174°13.432'E Bottom: Mud,Sand.

Exposed toWind S,SW,W. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: If approaching from the north, give good clearance to rocks off the end of Te Akeake Point. Also known as Indigo Bay. Anchor mid-point between islets off Whangapau Point to the south and the north-western shore in 3m. Good holding and shelter from west-nor' west through north to east.

Features: Department of Conservation island with walking tracks right around island. No animals. Nice sandy beach at bay's head with access to island's walking tracks.

41.Paradise Bay - Urupukapuka Is. GPS: 35°13.066'S, 174°13.690'E Bottom: Mud,Sand.

Exposed toWind S,SW,W,NW. Swell: W. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: Also known as Oneura Bay, it is deeper than Otiao Bay and anchorage in 2-5m is possible closer to the beach, gaining more shelter from easterly-quarter winds.

Good shelter from north to south-east winds. Can be a bit rolly when swells come through from the west.

Features: Department of Conservation island with walking tracks right around island. No animals. Lovely sandy beaches that give access to island walking tracks. A popular bay.

42.Otehei Bay - Urupukapuka Is.

GPS: 35°13.378'S, 174°13.852'E Bottom: Sand.

Exposed toWind SW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-1m Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: A shallow bay better suited to shoal draft boats. Well sheltered in all winds except from the southwest. Deeper hole over 3m on north-east side, otherwise can be less than 1m everywhere else. Busy with ferries in summer.

Features: Department of Conservation island with walking tracks right around island. No animals. Main landing point on island for day visitors and campers.

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43.Urupukapuka - Urupukapuka Is GPS: 35°13.258'S, 174°14.356'E Bottom: Sand.

Exposed toWind NE,E,SE,S. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Fair Weather Anchoring Tips: A mostly shallow bay, but well sheltered in winds from west to north. Subject to a roll from swell coming in through Albert Channel. If not shoal draft, anchor approx. 200m in 2-3m south-east from rocky knoll at southern end of beach.

Features: Department of Conservation island with walking tracks right around island. No animals. Popular camping site, as it's generally a sheltered bay. Access to excellent island walking tracks and stunning views. Plenty of scallops out in Albert Channel in about 6-12m of water.

44.Opunga Cove

GPS: 35°15.551'S, 174°12.480'E Bottom: Mud. Exposed toWind N,SW,W,NW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: Probably one of the most popular anchorages in an easterly-quarter gale. Good holding in 34m. When crowded, Assassination Cove is a good alternative, although much shallower. Move across to Orokawa Bay if wind comes in from north.

Features: Very popular area of the Bay of Islands, especially in bad weather from the east. Sandy beach at bay's head, private land with half-a-dozen small baches. Tuis can make rowdy neighbours in the spring when they get drunk on the flowering kowhai trees.

45.Orokawa Bay

GPS: 35°15.226'S, 174°11.972'E Bottom: Broken Shell, Exposed toWind SE,S,SW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Gale Force Anchoring Tips: A large bay with deep water and excellent holding over mud. A very popular anchorage for cruisers to weather a northerly, gale-force storm. If the weather turns to the south, move across to Opunga Bay. Features: Pretty beach with privately owned land and baches dotted along the coast. Can be very crowded in the silly season, although there is plenty of room for everyone.

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46.Te Angamate Bay

GPS:35°15.268'S, 174°11.590'E Bottom Type: Broken Shell,Mud. Exposed toWind: SE,S,SW,W,NW. Swell: W. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Open beach with an underwater rock at the northern end of the bay clearly marked on the charts. Deep water close to the beach with good holding over mud.

Sheltered from an easterly.

Features: A lovely bay to spend a day or two in, with a nice beach backed by native trees. An open anchorage that does not attract the crowds of Orokawa Bay and Opunga Cove. For the diver there is a scallop bed out in the bay.

47.Pareanui Bay

GPS:35°14.996'S, 174°11.706'E Bottom Type: Mud,Sand.

Exposed toWind: N,NE,W,NW. Swell: NW. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Good shelter from easterly-quarter winds, but a fresh south-east wind can funnel across the isthmus. Good holding approx. 15m off beach in the middle in 5m. Clear entry into bay.

Features: Pretty little bay with sandy beach at its head. It can sometimes be subject to a roll from between the islands to the north-west. Not to be confused with a bay of the same name 2.5km to the east, which also offers a reasonable anchorage.

The foul extending from the western headland across to Motokauri Island holds snapper and john dory.

48.Kaingahoa Bay

GPS:35°13.953'S, 174°15.308'E Bottom Type: Mud. Exposed toWind: N,SW,W,NW. Swell: Nil. Draft: 0-2m Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Well sheltered from south to north-east and good holding in mud in 3m just north-nor' east of visible reef .

Features: Good spot for a late arrival into the Bay or for an early departure. Not a particularly pretty bay with a road and residential houses lining the bay.

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49.Oke Bay

GPS:35°13.680'S, 174°15.970'E Bottom Type: Sand.

Exposed toWind: N,NE. Swell: N,NE,NW. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Deep bay open to north and north-east. In a strong south-easterly the wind curves around the hills and makes the bay unpleasant, but generally good shelter in most conditions. Anchor approx. 150m off sandy beach in 3-5m for a day at the beach and further out for an overnight stay. Good holding on sandy bottom.

Features: Plenty of room in this bay. Interesting snorkelling around Moturahurahu Island. Sandy beach at the bay's head.

A track leads out to the peninsula and some spectacular views.

Oke Bay is a Marine Protection Area - no take (except kina).

50.Deep Water Cove, Maunganui GPS:35°11.574'S, 174°18.186'E Bottom Type: Sand,Shingle.

Exposed toWind: S,SW,W. Swell: W,NW. Draft: 0-3m+ Suitable: Wind Warning Anchoring Tips: Deep water all around this cove. Only two bays are shallow enough to anchor in: this one and one in its south-east corner. Steep bottom gives 5-10m depth around 200m from bay's head. Sheltered from north-west around to easterly winds, but watch for backing to south-west when it quickly becomes untenable. Watch for awash rock off northwestern point of this bay.

Features: Steep-sided bay, but valley at head worth exploring, track to Cape Brett. Wreck of 'HMNZS Canterbury' a good dive on NW side of cove and interesting dive around Putahataha Island. This is a Marine Protection Area-no take.

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Give Your Gear the All Clear before visiting pest-free islands In 2024 Project Island Song were excited to launch a brand-new biosecurity campaign and information hub, calling on everyone visiting the pest-free islands of Ipipiri to Give Your Gear the All Clear before landing.

Since the eradication of rats, mice, and stoats on the islands of Urupukapuka, Moturua, Motuarohia, Waewaetorea, Okahu, Motukiekie, and Poroporo in 2009, seven rare and threatened species have been reintroduced to the islands and are now flourishing.

As the most visited pest-free islands in New Zealand, the risk of rodents, plague skinks, and Argentine ants stowing away in boats, bags, or camping gear is an ongoing threat to these recovering ecosystems and the species that call them home.

The Give Your Gear the All Clear campaign includes the creation of a new resource and information hub where boaties, kayakers, campers, and other visitors can find everything they need to know to do their bit to protect the islands. You can find this at projectislandsong.co.nz/biosecurity.

Keeping your boat free of unwanted stowaways “We know many boaties love to walk amongst the regenerating bush on the islands, or just enjoy listening to the birdsong while moored up in one of their many sheltered bays,” says the project’s General Manager, Laura Rumsey.

“A few simple steps make a big difference. We are asking all boaties to pack your cargo and food in pest-proof containers, store your waste securely, and use chew cards and traps to check for any sign of stowaways onboard.”

If you do happen to find a nasty surprise onboard, it’s important to stay calm and do the right thing with it: • DO NOT land on the islands.

• DESTROY any rats, mice, ants, or skinks if possible.

• NEVER throw pest stowaways overboard – dead or alive!

• RETURN to the mainland and carry out appropriate control measures.

• DO NOT ASSUME only one individual pest is onboard.

Preventing the spread of harder-to-spot pests The Give Your Gear the All Clear campaign also highlights the importance of being aware of pests that are harder to spot, including weed seeds and plant disease.

The islands are home to numerous kauri, which are so far free of kauri dieback disease (Phytophthora agathidicida), a fungus-like organism that kills the trees. You can help to keep these forest giants healthy by scrubbing your shoes with soapy water and removing any soil, especially if you’ve been walking in the bush elsewhere.

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Cleaning your shoes also prevents the spread of invasive weeds to the islands. With its warm and wet climate, the Bay of Islands is known locally as the weed capital of the world. Project Island Song’s volunteer weedbusters have plenty of work to do removing the weeds brought by birds and the wind, without us adding to the mix.

If you are visiting the islands, please do your bit to protect our vulnerable native species, and Give Your Gear the All Clear.

Find out everything you need to know at projectislandsong.co.nz/biosecurity Preventing the spread of harder-to-spot pests The Give Your Gear the All Clear campaign also highlights the importance of being aware of pests that are harder to spot, including weed seeds and plant disease.

The islands are home to numerous kauri, which are so far free of kauri dieback disease (Phytophthora agathidicida), a fungus-like organism that kills the trees. You can help to keep these forest giants healthy by scrubbing your shoes with soapy water and removing any soil, especially if you’ve been walking in the bush elsewhere.

Cleaning your shoes also prevents the spread of invasive weeds to the islands. With its warm and wet climate, the Bay of Islands is known locally as the weed capital of the world. Project Island Song’s volunteer weedbusters have plenty of work to do removing the weeds brought by birds and the wind, without us adding to the mix.

If you are visiting the islands, please do your bit to protect our vulnerable native species, and Give Your Gear the All Clear.

Find out everything you need to know at projectislandsong.co.nz/biosecurity

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Wear your life jacket

Be safe and enjoy boating in Northland

The majority of drownings happen in incidents with small boats.

Correctly fitted life jackets must be worn in vessels six metres and under.

Keep to the speed limit All boats must keep to 5 knots within » any mooring or marina area » 50 metres of other vessels

Find out more about local rules nrc.govt.nz/safeboating 0800 002 004 info@nrc.govt.nz

» 200 metres of the shore, wharves or marine structures » 200 metres of a dive flag.

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Your local dedicated Marine Electricians with over 60 years of combined experience.

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Russell Radio ZMH310 Russell Radio was established in 1951 by a small group of local fishermen, led by Ritchie Blomfield and his wife Olive. Since then it has continued to be run mostly by a team of local volunteers, and with the support of members they help keep boaties safe on the water.

Russell Radio is also available for information on services – medical facilities, petrol and diesel outlets, phone numbers etc. Our VHF service covers the area from Tutukaka and the Poor Knights Islands in the South, to Knuckle Point at the northern end of Doubtless Bay, including the Cavalli’s in the North.They are also able to update Customs and MPI of your arrival time at Opua, Whangarei, or Auckland.

VHF Channel 63 and Channel 3 operating 09:00 – 19:00, 7 days a week.

Daily weather forecasts at: 09:00 11:30 15:00 17:30

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Zone Restrictions: These are current rules and restrictions in the Bay of Islands as of May 2024.

Updated information can be found on www.russellradio.co.nz.

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Iconic Tall Ship in the Bay of Islands The R. Tucker Thompson is an iconic tall ship based in the stunning Bay of Islands, Northland. Owned and operated by a not-for profit Trust, she delivers a life-changing youth development programme for young people based in the Northland region. Each year the Trust takes approximately 260 youth, aged from 14 to 18, on 7-day development voyages.

The programme has been operating in the Bay since 2006 and the consistent outcomes as tracked by Otago University researchers include: • Improved self-confidence • Improved ability to build relationships • A better understanding of their own strengths • A strengthening of personal identity • The development of leadership skills The programme is not just a trip on a tall ship. Tikanga Māori, education, new experiences and a focus on belonging underpin delivery. Following the voyage the Trust aims to support pathways to education and employment through partnerships with local tertiary providers, Defence Careers, apprenticeships, and thier very own maritime NZ training programme, working towards jobs on the water.

The project is funded by surplus from tourism activity, generous patrons, grants and sponsorship. Each year the Trust delivers a Qualmark Gold-standard tourism offering to visitors and locals. This includes a Day Sail, a 2-hour Evening Sail, school trips and private charters. The tourism income, along with the support from a generous group of individuals, businesses and community groups, helps the youth of Northland to attend the life-changing programme.

If you would like to support the Trust please come sailing with us or check out different ways to donate here: tucker.co.nz

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Recreational vessels, yachts and small craft Arrival documentation Travellers must complete a number of forms prior to arrival in New Zealand, and some once you arrive in the country. You can find these forms on the Customs website customs.govt.nz/yachts The forms must be completed in full and supplied with other specified supporting documentation, such as evidence of value. Each form must be supplied within the required timeframes.

Before you travel You need to comply with all requirements to enter New Zealand. Each person aboard must have: • A valid passport • A visa (if required). Travellers other than New Zealanders and Australians require a current visa or NZeTA to enter New Zealand. For more information visit immigration.govt.nz • Evidence of funds of NZ$400 per month, if living onboard a yacht • An outward ticket (or evidence of sufficient funds to buy an outward ticket) if departing by commercial transport.

While you are in New Zealand If your small craft has temporary importation clearance, you’ll need to know about steps for purchasing ships spares and parts and what to do if your situation changes. You can find this information on the Customs website customs.govt.nz/yachts

For more information about travelling to New Zealand including mandatory documentation to complete visit customs.govt.nz/yachts

If you have any questions, email us at yachts@customs.govt.nz

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New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD) Travellers arriving into New Zealand by recreational vessels, yachts and small craft must complete a New Zealand Traveller Declaration (NZTD).

The New Zealand Traveller Declaration collects travel, customs, immigration and biosecurity information. It aims to improve the safety and security of New Zealand.

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into New Zealand must complete a declaration, including New Zealand passport holders.

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completed for each traveller, including babies and children.

The earliest you can submit your declaration is 24 hours before departing the vessel’s last foreign port prior to arriving in New Zealand.

The latest you can submit your declaration is by the time the vessel has berthed at its first port in New Zealand.

If you have completed a digital declaration, you do not need to fill in a paper declaration form.

A paper form will be available for anyone who is unable to complete a digital declaration.

A border officer will come aboard to check your declaration when you arrive in New Zealand.

Your vessel may be inspected. If you have not declared items that you should have, or make an erroneous declaration, you may be fined or face prosecution.

Some foods, used outdoor equipment, and animal and plant products, cannot be brought into New Zealand. They can carry harmful pests and diseases.

Checklist for travelling to New Zealand Check your passport is valid Apply for visa or NZeTA, if you need one* Complete arrival documentation customs.govt.nz/yachts Prepare for full biosecurity clearance mpi.govt.nz/yachts

Check what you can bring into New Zealand mpi.govt.nz/CanIBringit Submit your declaration no earlier than 24 hours before starting the final leg of your journey to New Zealand

*Visa or NZeTA (New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority)

Our home is precious, a taonga. Please help to keep our tangata and our whenua – our people and our land – safe.

For more information and to do your digital declaration Visit travellerdeclaration.govt.nz/

For additional resources visit travellerdeclaration.govt.nz/travelling-by-sea/

Clearance procedures for yachts and pleasure craft Biosecurity New Zealand is responsible for ensuring unwanted pests, diseases and other organisms are prevented from entering New Zealand.

You must arrive at one of New Zealand’s approved places of first arrival, where a biosecurity inspector will inspect and clear your vessel and passengers for entry into New Zealand.

• Vessel Works Marine Precinct, Tauranga • Port of Marlborough, Picton • Nelson Marina, Nelson • Lyttelton Port of Christchurch, Lyttelton.

Once inside New Zealand waters (12 nautical miles from the coast) please ensure all rubbish is contained in sealed containers or plastic bags. A biosecurity inspector will direct the disposal of all your rubbish on arrival.

Documentation required:

As soon as possible, you must notify Maritime NZ Radio on 4125 kHz or 6215Khz or VHF Ch 16 of your expected arrival time (ETA). On contact, ask the radio operator to notify New Zealand border agencies of your ETA and intended port of entry.

• Master’s Declaration – The vessel Master must complete a declaration of all risk items aboard. If you surrender, or treat, all prohibited goods, you will receive a full biosecurity clearance to cruise New Zealand waters. If this option is not taken, the vessel will remain at the designated berth under biosecurity control.

The main entry ports are: • Opua Marine Park, Opua • Marsden Cove Marina, Whangarei • Viaduct Harbour Marina, Auckland • Westhaven Marina, Auckland Infringement notices can be issued to commercial and recreational vessel operators that don’t meet their biosecurity obligations under the Biosecurity Act 1993.

• Failure by an operator to provide notice of a vessel’s arrival in New Zealand.

• Failure by an operator to respond to an official request to declare what has been done to comply with risk management requirements (eg. biofouling rules). The penalties are $400 for an individual. Biosecurity New Zealand is also able to prosecute.

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Don’t bring hitchhikers to New Zealand on your vessel The threat: Exotic pests, such as red imported fire ants and mosquitoes, could affect human health and seriously harm New Zealand’s economy and unique environment. Many insect pests can fly, meaning that they do not have to be physically transferred from a vessel to the land to establish a population. You could unknowingly be carrying a variety of pests on board.

You can help prevent the spread of pests to New Zealand You can help prevent the spread of pests to New Zealand prior to leaving your last port check your vessel for pests.

Pay attention to decks, holds, and galleys or other areas where food is found, as well as warm areas such as near engine rooms.

Also check wooden structures and packing for insect damage. Kill or remove all pests found on board. Use a knock-down insecticide containing permethrin to kill insects and use baited traps for vermin. Traps could be used for crawling insects such as ants. Undertake a regular pest management programme and keep a look out for pests during your voyages. Remove standing water by drilling drain holes in objects such as tyre fenders.

(Add chlorine bleach to water which you suspect may contain mosquito larvae).

If you have a pest infestation or something you cannot deal with before arrival, declare this in your Advance Notice of Arrival form and report it to a biosecurity inspector on arrival in New Zealand.

What are hitchhikers?

Hitchhikers are insects and animals that unintentionally arrive on your vessel. Some common hitchhiking pests found on ships and yachts at New Zealand ports are ants, termites, beetles, mosquitoes, wasps and bees.

Exotic termites have been found on recreational vessels arriving into New Zealand. These are usually found in wooden structures when vessels are undergoing refit.

Arriving vessels have also been found carrying exotic ants. They pose a risk to public health, agriculture and horticulture.

There are numerous interceptions of exotic mosquitoes at ports each year including the Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus) which can spread a number of diseases such as Dengue fever and Ross River Virus.

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BIOSECURITY ALERT! You must be aware of new legal restrictions International boating visitors need to be aware that there is work underway around the upper North Island of New Zealand to control the invasive seaweed exotic caulerpa.

This fast-growing seaweed threatens New Zealand’s unique marine ecosystem, and we need your help to avoid spreading it.

Be aware there are legal restrictions on anchoring and fishing in some areas of Bay of Islands, around islands in Hauraki Gulf and off the Coromandel Peninsula.

For further information: biosecurity.govt.nz/caulerpa Find out about the Protect Our Paradise campaign: biosecurity.govt.nz/boaties

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Here’s an easy way to find out how you can protect our boating paradise...

Scan the QR code to view the restrictions in marine and freshwater areas around New Zealand.

STOP EXOTIC CAULERPA SEAWEED If you can’t bag it and bin it safely, put it back where it came from.

If you see it in a new location, take a photo and let us know: 0800 80 99 66 or report.mpi.govt.nz For further information about how to Bag it, Bin it:

Opua Cruising Club The Social Centre of Opua We warmly welcome visitors to New Zealand and the Opua Cruising Club.

Come and dine at the Galley Bistro or relax with a drink on our waterfront deck.

Great prices for food and drinks with a warm social atmosphere .

If you are visiting sailor and would like to crew on someone else’s yacht for our Wednesday and Friday evening races we have plenty of enthusiastic skippers keen to have guests aboard.

Weekends we often have BBQ,s at a selected anchorage and again cruisers are very welcome.

Racing times and social events are on the club calendar Visit www.opuacruisingclub.co.nz

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The Abel Tasman and Marlborough Sounds at the top of the South Island is a mze of golden sandy beaches and bush clad hills plunging into teal blue seas. Enjoy some fresh mussels and a glass of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc at some stunning remote resorts and walk some of the many hiking trails through native forest.

Further south you’ll find fabulous Fiordland.

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Stewart Island is the third largest island in New Zealand and populated by just 500 people.

There’s fun to be had at the South Seas Hotel’s famous quiz night, where you can rub sholders

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Island Cruising can help you make the most of your time cruising in New Zealand and the South West Pacific. Learn more about our services and rallies on our website; www.islandcruising.nz.

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