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SW D SIZES

The #1 Premium spin reel is now available in sizes 4000XG, 5000HG, 6000HG up to 18000HG, 20000PG and 30000PG. Built to conquer the impossible - you’re never outgunned with these weapons to hand!

Featuring Shimano’s #1 spin reel, the Stella SW D, with Ocea Plugger Limited rod and Ocea 17+ braid combined to deliver the ultimate in casting performance, see the INFINITYCONNECT topwater system on the Shimano stand

offshore rod range. Engineered for those who demand uncompromising strength, precision, and the leverage required to stop those monsters of the deep, these rods pair perfectly with our world-class Talica game reels.

Check out our new range of Ledge Runner bibbed trolling lures. With 3-in-1 depth options and stable swimming action even at high speeds, Ledge Runner sets the new standard in offshore hard body trolling lures

70 YEARS STRONG!

For seven decades, The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show has been the ultimate meeting place for everyone who loves life on the water. The 2026 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show floor once again becomes New Zealand’s largest marketplace dedicated to fishing and boating, with expert advice, live demonstrations and plenty of opportunities to buy new, upgrade your setup or prepare for the coming seasons on the water.

We pride ourselves on creating a family-friendly event, and there will be loads of activations, workshops and rides to keep the kids entertained! The crew will also be kept well-provisioned with the epic Kai Collective food and beverage hub and Boat Show Bar

Hone your fishing skills at the Shimano Masterclass Series, glean wisdom from the pros at the Fireside Chats hosted by Matt Watson, and learn essential boating and fishing skills in our Safety & Education Workshops and new Kids’ and Ladies’ Fishing Workshops. Discover all your fishing gear, plus incredible destinations and experiences, at the brand-new Catch N’ Cruise zone, and don’t miss the latest in trailer tech and advice in the Trailer Hub

This year’s biggest Grand Prize ever is worth over $380,000! It’s a new Surtees 770 Game Fisher XL, powered by a Yamaha F350 4.3L V6 paired with Yamaha Helm Master EX boat control system and Joystick, riding on a galvanised trailer from The Trailer Shop, and endowed with an all-inclusive Garmin electronics package and much more! There are also new opportunities to win this year with our daily Viking Kayak prizes and SnapCatch Classic fishing competition.

Tight lines!

The

SHOW DETAILS

Admission $30

Admission $30

Admission $30

Admission $30

Save $5 by buying online before midnight 15 May. Children 16 and under free.

Save $5 by buying online before midnight 15 May. Children 16 and under free.

Save $5 by buying online before midnight 15 May. Children 16 and under free.

Save $5 by purchasing your Adult tickets online before midnight 11th of May.

Thursday 16 May 10am - 6pm

Thursday 16 May 10am - 6pm

Thursday 16 May 10am - 6pm

Children aged 6-15 are $5 online or at the gate. Children aged 5 and under are free

Friday 17 May 10am - 8pm

Friday 17 May 10am - 8pm

Friday 17 May 10am - 8pm

Saturday 18 May 10am - 6pm

Saturday 18 May 10am - 6pm

Saturday 18 May 10am - 6pm

Sunday 19 May 10am - 6pm SHOW DETAILS

Sunday 19 May 10am - 6pm

Sunday 19 May 10am - 6pm

*Terms and conditions boatshow.co.nz

*Terms and conditions boatshow.co.nz

Thursday, 14 May 10am – 6pm Friday, 15 May 10am – 6pm Saturday, 16 May 10am – 6pm Sunday, 17 May 10am – 5pm

Surtees/Yamaha

WIN $300K

GRAND PRIZE

The Surtees/Yamaha Grand Prize for 2026 is the most impressive in the event’s history, worth over $380,000!

Dare to dream. You could be the lucky attendee at The 2026 Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show who will score the ultimate prize: a brand-new Surtees 770 Game Fisher XL, with the powerful Yamaha F350 4.3L V6 engine and Yamaha Helm Master EX system. Also included is a cutting-edge and comprehensive Garmin electronics package, a tandem axle trailer from The Trailer Shop, Zipwake trim control, and a SEP40 Bow Thruster with Helm Master integration from Advance Trident. There’s loads more world-class gear from leading marine partners, including a wrap by

Brave Design, a Fusion sound system, a Lonestar anchor winch, Boat Dek flooring, Hella Marine lighting, an electric toilet, Global Marine Starlink capability, Ocean Blue outrigger bases and poles, Hutchwilco safety gear, an Icey Tek chilly bin, a dual battery system from Century Batteries, and a host of marine products and systems from Lusty & Blundell. Shimano has come on board with an impressive $10,000 rod and reel package, while Hutchwilco, in partnership with O’Brien Watersports, is contributing a $4,000 watersports package to ensure hours of fun on the water!

SHIMANO MASTERCLASS

Showgrounds

This prize must be won!

SHIMANO

MASTERCLASS SERIES

How to enter:

1. Purchase and register your ticket to The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show online or at the show.

2. Attend The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show.

3. Scan your entry ticket at ALL scan points throughout the show before 4pm on Sunday 17th May 2026.

Scan points:

A – Ext. 189, Gate 4

B – Hall 2

C – Hall 4

D – Hall 5

E – Hall 6 (Shimano Fishing Pavilion)

F – Hall 8

4. You can easily check which scan points you’ve scanned at, and what scan points remain, by following the link on your online tickets or scanning the QR code on your physical tickets. You can also ask one of the friendly team to check on your behalf.

5. Once you’ve scanned your registered ticket at all locations, you’ve automatically entered the draw for the Surtees/Yamaha Grand Prize Boat Package.

BONUS ENTRY! If you purchase your tickets online BEFORE midnight 11th May 2026, you will be automatically entered into the draw TWICE upon completing steps 1-5. If you purchase your ticket AFTER midnight 11th May 2026, you will be automatically entered into the draw ONCE upon completing steps 1-5.

REMEMBER! Only registered tickets that have been scanned at ALL scan stations before 4pm, Sunday, 17th May 2026, will be entered into the draw.

Drawing the Grand Prize Boat

The Prize will be drawn under independent supervision on Sunday, 17th May 2026 at The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, and will be streamed live on Facebook from 5:30pm onwards (@ boatshownz).

The winner will be immediately notified by phone via the number provided in your ticket registration. This call must be answered by a human. If you answer the call at that time, then the prize will be yours.

If you do not answer the call for any reason whatsoever, then we are obliged to telephone the next drawn ticket holder, who will win the prize upon answering.

Prize to be collected from one Auckland location or pre-arranged directly with sponsors/providers.

*Full terms and conditions at boatshow.co.nz/grand-prize-2026

FISHING

PAVILION

Features & Zones

Your ultimate superstore for cutting-edge fishing gear, expert advice, and the Shimano Masterclass Series.

A host of trailer manufacturers showcasing their

Be in to win one of four daily Viking Kayak prizes. To enter the daily draw, you just need to attend the show and register your ticket!

Sharing the spotlight beside the boats is Winger Motors Isuzu at Greenlane, with powerful, versatile utes and SUVs to haul your new boat.

Visit the Boat Show Movie Theatre and enjoy a rolling programme of historic footage celebrating the stories, boats and moments that shaped the show.

Our nationwide, free fishing comp with SnapCatch

Celebrate all things food/kai. Discover pairing ideas, refresh your recipe collection and enjoy a tasty bite.

70 YEARS OF THE NEW ZEALAND BOAT SHOW

Reality Bites

• Boating industry downturn

• OBC and R Class Squadron withdraw

• Show shortened to five days

HMS Bounty Full-scale, volunteerbuilt 26m replica with a 29m mast

Finding a Name

• ‘New Zealand Boat Show’ name sticks

• Informal Boat of the Show awards

INTERESTING FACT

The Show has used over a dozen official names over its history.

From a 47-boat carpark show to NZ’s biggest marine event, the Show’s story is one of innovation, spectacle, classic Kiwi ingenuity and at times, controlled chaos!

Peak spectacle

• 3-acre, 6M-gallon ‘Aquarena’

• 9,000 children ride in boats, all wearing lifejackets

• 100,000+ visitors per annum

INTERESTING FACTS

Fun included the ‘Miss Boat Show’ and ‘Slippery Spar’ competitions, while a band accidentally dismantles a pool wall and nearly floats away a house set up for Garden Week.

Professional Era

• Formal, transparent award system launched with Awards Night

• Show becomes The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show

INTERESTING FACTS

The Awards Night became the largest social event in the Kiwi marine calendar with 450–500 guests, with the gold plinth a marketing badge of honour.

The Spark

The first Boat Show appears as an Easter Show side-act

First Standalone Show

• OBC-run

• 47 boats

• 15,000 visitors

• 1 shilling entry

FUN FACT

Boats paraded down Queen St and 21’ Naiad floated in polythene-lined wooden tank.

Going Big

Boom Year 91,168 visitors

INTERESTING FACT

The Show stayed open for up to 11 days during this era.

National Spectacle

• New pavilion adds 2,000m2

• Show officially becomes national

First Lake Built

• 200 boats

• 38,000 visitors

• OBC joins forces with the Auckland Water Ski Club and R Class Yacht Squadron

• 200 boats

• 38,000 visitors

INTERESTING FACT

Lake antics included skiers, performing chimpanzees, and helicopters dumping water onto ‘unsinkable’ runabouts.

LOVE A BIT OF NOSTALGIA?

Don’t miss the Boat Show Theatre (Hall 4) , screening historic footage throughout the day, or visit the 70th Anniversary Zone (Hall 1) to explore decades of iconic boats and memories.

Reset

• 4-day format

• Date moved to mid-May

• Major pavilion upgrade

Change & New Guardians

• Show cancelled in 2020 due to COVID-19

• XPO Exhibitions acquires the Show

• Battle won in 2023 to protect Auckland Showgrounds for events

INTERESTING FACT

The legal battle won to protect Auckland Showgrounds for events was spearheaded by Brent Spillane, Managing Director of XPO Exhibitions.

70 years! NZ’s longest-running marine event

INTERESTING FACT

The Show is still held at the same site as in 1956!

Senator Boats

The new model 550 Centre Console is built on Senator’s legendary Hard Tops and Mission Modular system. Stand 390

NEW PRODUCT & INNOVATION

Yamaha Motor NZ Ltd

Webby Trailers, MRT

Bolt-together alloy trailers for NZ conditions. No welding, no weak points. Save money with easy self-assembly. Stand EX74

Seneca Offshore

The Seneca 50 R was built as the world's first and only carbon fibre reel for big game. Stand 557

The YAM inflatable range brings compact, durable 2–4m boats with fast assembly and practical accessories. Stand 350

Stillwater Tackle Ltd

The Cooper DehookerPro quickly

Fin Chaser Boats

The latest innovation in Amphibious fishing technology, the Fin Chaser 800HTWA does it all! Stand 330

Nextwave Imports Ltd

Experience silent, wave-free electric surfing with the RushWave H1. Stand 817

Lusty & Blundell

Built for the future, Raymarine’s new Axiom 2 is faster, smoother and delivers high performance. Stands 286, 290

FLYFIN Boats

The FLYFIN 750HTA Hard Top Amphibious is engineered for serious boaters who demand reliability and refinement. Stand 345

Hunting NZ

Elite guided hunting and fishing tours in NZ, focused on trophy animals, remote access and high success. Stand 527

Shimano Masterclass Series

in the Shimano Fishing Pavilion

KINGFISH MASTERCLASS

Shimano Pro Staffer and host of the ITM Fishing Show, Matt Watson

Join Matt Watson for a fast-paced kingfish masterclass. Whether you’re refining your approach or chasing your first kingie, learn Matt’s proven techniques, gear tips and on-water strategies for targeting one of New Zealand’s most powerful sportfish.

READ THE SIGNS MASTERCLASS

Shimano Pro Staffers TK & Cam Walker

Legendary offshore commercial fisherman TK Walker and his son Cam break down exactly how to read the ocean. Decode sea-surface temperatures, spot key anomalies and interpret weather, tides and currents into a game plan that translates to more hookups.

SNAPPER MASTERCLASS

Shimano Pro Staffer Dan Govier

Dan Govier brings together decades of hands fishing experience and marine science know-how to help you crack the code to consistent snapper success using a range of techniques. You’ll also discover how to get the best eating quality from your catch and be privy to some clever tricks many fishers have never tried.

SURFCASTING MASTERCLASS

Shimano Pro Staffer Chad Prentice

Chad Prentice returns with his ever-popular surfcasting masterclass, diving deep

into everything you need to elevate your beach-fishing game. Learn how to choose the right rods, reels, lines and terminal tackle, improve your casting and read the beach and conditions with confidence.

SOUTHERN BLUEFIN TUNA MASTERCLASS

Shimano Pro Staffer Dan Govier

With the bluefin season just around the corner, there’s no better moment to level up your game. In this exclusive seminar, Dan Govier shares the proven techniques he relies on to hook, fight and land these incredibly powerful pelagic predators.

FUTURE FISHOS: GETTING THE NEXT GENERATION OUT ON THE WATER MASTERCLASS

Nicky Wilson and Shimano Pro Staffers Jordan Hensen, Chad Prentice and Cam Walker

Join a line-up of renowned Kiwi fishers for a motivating look at how we can inspire tomorrow’s anglers. This session dives into the

SCHEDULE

Thursday 14th May

10.30am - 11.15am |

Read the Signs with TK & Cam Walker

11.30am - 12.45pm |

Kingfish + Meet & Greet with Matt Watson

1.00pm - 1.45pm | Snapper with Dan Govier

2.00pm - 2.45pm | Surfcasting with Chad Prentice

3.00pm - 3.45pm |

Southern Bluefin Tuna with Dan Govier

4.00pm - 4:45pm |

Fireside Chat: Getting the most from your sounder with Matt Watson, Tony ‘TK’ Walker, Gene Denton & Jordan Hensen

4.45pm - 5.15pm | Matt Watson: Meet & Greet

Friday 15th May

10.30am - 11.15am | Southern Bluefin Tuna with Dan Govier

11.30am - 12.45pm |

Kingfish + Meet & Greet with Matt Watson

1.00pm - 1.45pm | Read the Signs with TK & Cam Walker

2.00pm - 2.45pm | Snapper with Dan Govier

3.00pm - 3.45pm | Surfcasting with Chad Prentice

4.00pm - 4.45pm |

Fireside Chat: Trailer boat gamefishing setup hints and hacks with Matt Watson, Gene Denton, Jordan Hensen & Eric Wong

4.45pm - 5.15pm | Matt Watson: Meet & Greet

MASTERCLASS SERIES

Saturday 16th May

10.30am - 11.15am | Surfcasting with Chad Prentice

11.30am - 12.45pm |

Kingfish + Meet & Greet with Matt Watson

1.00pm - 1.45pm | Southern Bluefin Tuna with Dan Govier

2.00pm - 2.45pm | Future Fishos: Getting the Next Generation out on the water

3.00pm - 3.45pm | Snapper with Dan Govier

4.00pm - 4.45pm | Fireside Chat: ‘Ask Me Anything’ with Matt Watson

4.45pm - 5.15pm | Matt Watson: Meet & Greet

Sunday 17th May

10.30am - 11.15am | Snapper with Dan Govier

11.30am - 12.45pm |

Kingfish + Meet & Greet with Matt Watson

1.00pm - 1.45pm |

Surfcasting with Chad Prentice

2.00pm - 2.45pm |

Southern Bluefin Tuna with Dan Govier

3.00pm - 3.45pm | Read the Signs with TK & Cam Walker

4.00pm - 4.45pm |

Fireside Chat: Ripping yarns / the one that got away with Matt Watson, Chad Prentice, Pete Jackson & Tony ‘TK’ Walker

4.45pm - 5.15pm |

Matt Watson: Meet & Greet

HALL

Exhibitor Listings

1919 Distilling 419

Experience Auckland's most awarded distillery, "1919 Distilling," today and explore our range of gin. 1919distilling.com

4u Ltd EX69

Techni Ice stays frozen for days and is reusable. We will also be showcasing our latest range of binoculars, monoculars and torches. 4unz.com

Adjusta Mattress New Zealand

566

Adjusta enhances life on the water with premium adjustable comfort, delivering better sleep, relaxation and luxury for boating adventures and escapes. adjusta.nz

Admiral Boats

Exhibiting Admiral Boats' 10m Sports Cruiser. Come chat to us about how we can build your dream boat. admiralboatsnz.com

Advance Trident

Simrad, Lowrance, B&G, Zipwake, Wallas, Sleipner (Sidepower), Lectrotab, Cobra, Intellian, Seaview, Mastervolt, Multiflex, Salt-Away, Enerdrive, Lumitec. advancetrident.com

Adventure North Fishing Charters

EX28

Best Trailers LTD EX70

We specialise in the sales and servicing of boat trailers and box trailers. besttrailers.co.nz

Blackbeard Smokehouse

Blackbeard's craft authentically smoked mussels at our Coromandel-based smokehouse, using locally sourced mussels and unique blend of flavours. blackbeardsmokehouse.co.nz

406

204

Boat Dek 185

Whether for commercial boating ventures, high-speed adventures, leisurely fishing trips or tranquil cruising, the combined expertise of Boat Dek and Batavian Rubber guarantees that Kiwis can discover decking solutions perfectly aligned with their lifestyles. boatdek.co.nz

Boatgear Marine Wholesale

We stock a range of quality marine equipment and solutions suiting any vessel from trailer boats to superyachts. boatgear.co.nz

Boating Lifestyle Adventure

Humminbird, Minn Kota, BLA Marine Performance, Dometic, Scepter, Shockwave, Ocean LED, Savwinch, Lenco. bla.co.nz

256

202

564

Premium fishing charters, apparel, fishing advice and a charter giveaway. swordiebootsbyoceanobsessed.com

Aeroo Drones

Dominate the water with Aeroo Pro, New Zealand's #1 fishing drone, effortlessly delivering 1kg baits offshore with precision. nz.aeroodrones.com

Artisan Gourmet Nuts

573

Boat-Launcher EX30

Fully electric, remote-controlled boat launching system. Enjoy the freedom of amphibious launching, without modifications. boatlauncher.com

BoatSecure

423

Artisan nuts featuring a premium macadamia range and delicious maple chilli cashews. Small-batch roasted for bold flavour, perfect for snacking and entertaining onboard and at home. kiwiartisan.co.nz/collections/gourmet-nuts

Auckland Harbourmasters EX135

Safety and education. at.govt.nz

Auckland Marine Centre 800, EX110, EX118

Auckland Marine Centre Ltd (AMC) will have the largest range of new boats. Senator-Flyfin-Kiwi-KraftFiglass-Challenger-Reflex-Inflatables. For new and used boats, marine products, accessories and servicing. aucklandmarine.co.nz

Auckland Police Maritime Unit EX134

We provide specialist on-water policing capability nationwide along with the category 1 search and rescue mandate from the Government to oversee and manage all water related search and rescue in and around New Zealand.

Balex Marine South Pacific Limited

294

By removing the hassle involved with launching and retrieving trailer boats, the Balex Automatic Boat Loader makes a great day on the water even better! balexmarine.com

801

Remote boat monitoring for battery, shore power, bilge pump and intrusion. boatsecure.net

Boonies

551

Gumboots, fishing boots, deck boots, rock fishing boots, waterproof footwear for men and women – built for New Zealand conditions. boonies.co.nz

Bradley Smokers EX169

Bradley Smokers and innovation vacuum packers. bradleysmoker.co.nz

Burnsco 240

Be into win the ultimate $5K prize pack when you join the Burnsco Club! burnsco.co.nz

Carbon Tenders 807

Carbon tenders – rigid tenders with buoyancy chambers – built with carbon fibre. Light, strong, safe - built to perform with smaller HP outboards. carbontenders.co.nz

Cassada Miniwell EX124

Our mission is simple: to offer high-quality, innovative products that you will love, at prices that make sense. logicbrands.co.nz/products/casada-miniwell-twist-freestraps

Catch Fishing Tackle

520

Locally designed world class fishing tackle. Hundreds of hours of fishing, testing and research goes into each product. catchfishing.pro

Clean Below? Good to Go!

Protecting our coastlines from marine pests - friendly advice for owners of moored and trailer boats. marinepests.nz

Clevedon County

Drowning Prevention Auckland EX130

Education, community, schools, workplace, lifejackets, safety and water competence. dpanz.org.nz

Duroweld NZ

434

825

Featuring the latest GYS aluminium welders direct from France and Hugong welders. Explore the cutting edge of welding technology. duroweld.co.nz

Elevated Spirits Tequila

418

Suppliers of Victory Knives, sharpeners and accessories since 1999. clevedonknives.co.nz

Coastguard NZ

We're here for boaties, on and off the water, providing education, safety products and search and rescue services. coastguard.nz

CorrosionX

216

533

Protect the things you love with CorrosionX. Killing rust and corrosion since 1988. corrosionx.co.nz

Crimson Badger Brewing

429

The country's number 1 selling alcoholic ginger beer made in Queenstown. Ideal for the chilly bin and toasting epic days! crimsonbadger.co.nz

Crown Capital

Unique bespoke financial solution products, term deposits. crowncapital.nz

Daily Boats

100

EX12

Hassle free boating on a membership subscription. Buccaneer 635 Hard-Tops at Westhaven and Pine Harbour marinas. Don't buy, share ours! dailyboats.co.nz

DehookerPro

562

Cooper dehookerpro quickly removes fishhooks from lip and gut hooked fish. Keeps both fish and fisherman safe. The secret is it reverses the hook 180 degrees vertically and horizontally for easy removal. stillwatertackle.co.nz

Department of Conservation

DOC is responsible for New Zealand's marine reserves and marine protected and threatened species. doc.govt.nz

Dolphin Inflatables

We build and repair all types of inflatable boats of all manufacturers and all models using New Zealand made materials and top quality craftsmanship. dolphininflatables.com

Dongying Jinjiang

441

EX159

569

We specialise in products made of stainless steel, carbon steel etc, including marine hardware, fishing accessories, RV hardware etc. changhuicasting.com

Dreadnort Boats

Dreadnort Boats builds Custom Aluminium Boats to Commercial Standards for your Safety. Your Boat Your Way! dreadnort.com

Drone Fishing New Zealand

190

543

Drone Fishing NZ has the largest range of fishing drones and accessories in New Zealand and we support a wide range of brands. We have everything you need to get setup for drone fishing. Come talk to our experienced team on our stand! dronefishing.co.nz

435

Craft tequila specialists importing boutique agave spirits, delivering elevated cocktail experiences and unforgettable hospitality for events and enthusiasts alike. elevatedspiritstequila.com

Elotri

Elotri is a 6m solar charged, electrically powered, sheltered water, cruising boat with a trimaran hull and lifting hardtop. elotri.com

597

236

Electric outboards and inboard solutions. The new 2kw outboard, the Spirit 2, will be on display. evocean.co.nz

Expression Boatworks

New Zealand built fibreglass inshore fishing boats, offering a dry ride, stability and flexible layouts. expressionboatworks.co.nz

Extreme Boats

See the huge range of high-quality Extreme Boats on display and experience the exceptional for yourself! extremeboats.co.nz

Family Boats

547

320

340

Showcasing leading New Zealand and International brands. Check out the latest and greatest, chat with our expert team and lock in exclusive boat show deals! familyboats.nz

FatCat Boats

FatCat build incredibly stable, spacious and safe catamarans that suit a wide range of boating needs. fatcat.nz

Filters and Fountains

EX121

For all your marine, outdoor, domestic and commercial water filtration. Complete whole house water filtration and UV sterilisation for town or tank water supply. www.filtersandfountains.co.nz

Fin Chaser Boats

559

330

High quality aluminium fishing boats. Runabouts, centre console, cuddy cabin, hardtop, amphibious. Designed by fishermen, for fishermen. fcboats.co.nz

Fiordland Discovery

Don’t miss the opportunity to chat with Fiordland Discovery about their small-group high-end adventure cruises in spectacular remote wilderness areas. fiordlanddiscovery.co.nz

Fish Art NZ

526

555

Graphite fine art prints, scale ruler fish measures, custom navigation charts, apparel and footwear. fishart.nz

Fisheries New Zealand

540

Talk with local Fishery Officers and FNZ staff about fishing rules for your area, fish tagging programs, protected species interactions and Fisheries management actions. mpi.govt.nz

Fishing and Adventure TV

140

The Fishing & Adventure team is back! Experience the iconic Holy Ship firsthand and have a yarn with Scott & Mig. It's also your chance to grab the newest FANZ Apparel range, with most sizes and styles for adults and kids ready to go. fishingandadventure.co.nz

FLYFIN Boats

345

Aluminium boat manufacturer - range: Flyfin Amphibious, Flyfin Hard Top and Flyfin Sport Open. flyfinboats.com

Form and Float

575

DIY classic kayaks, tender dinghies and catamarans sold as comprehensive wooden kits. Let's create something memorable together. formandfloat.co.nz

Freeman Industries EX78

Premium 6061 T6 aluminium boat trailers, 40% lighter than steel, corrosion-proof with 10-year warranty.

Fridgetech

DC fridges, gas stoves and water cylinders. fridgetech.co.nz

FUJINON Binoculars

Gyro stabilised binoculars. Up to 20x magnification. Options for boating, motor homing and travel, bird watching and exploration. fujifilm.com

Garmin NZ Ltd.

232

524

Glowbite New Zealand Limited EX168

Best quality, New Zealand designed Glowbite fishing lures and advice from the designers to give you the ultimate fishing experience! fishinginnovators.co.nz

GME Communications

228

On display at this year's show GME will be showcasing our extensive range of marine equipment, including EPIRBs, PLBs, VHF Radios and Accessories. gme.net.au

Go 2 Trailers - Mobile Trailer Mechanics 837 Mobile trailer mechanics. go2trailers.co.nz

Grownup Donuts 420 Proper filled donuts. Naughty but nice treats made entirely from scratch with the very best ingredients fresh single every day. grownupdonuts.nz

Guided Hunting NZ 527

Guided hunts, helicopter access, trout fishing, white baiting. Selling cast antlers, knives, artwork and clothing. Enter to win a free hunt. guidedhuntingnz.com

Gumboot Coffee

No fuss New Zealand roasted coffee for everyone! gumbootcoffee.co.nz

Haines Hunter

433

130

See the boats, feel the ride! Visit the team and experience the freedom Haines Hunter boats deliver. haineshunter.co.nz

Haul Safe 808

Health and safety, towing safety, trailer safety and security. haulsafe.co.nz

Highfield Boats and Roto Boats

248, EX14

Garmin Marine is a global leader in marine electronics, delivering innovative navigation, sonar, radar and connectivity solutions designed to help boaters navigate with confidence. garmin.com

Generate KiwiSaver Scheme

570

Generate is an award-winning New Zealand KiwiSaver provider, serving 185,000+ Kiwis with strong performance and trusted industry recognition. generatewealth.co.nz

Gineico Marine

855

Premium Highfield RIBs and durable Roto 450S boats, combining performance, stability, and reliability— perfect for recreation, work, and adventure on water. aakronxpress.co.nz/highfieldboats

High Voltage Custom Metal Art F01

One of New Zealand's largest designer and manufacturer of Corten Steel Artwork. custommetalart.co.nz

Honda Marine 300, EX16, EX26

Honda is the world's number one engine manufacturer, with 60 years of experience producing the world's first and best four-stroke outboard. hondamarine.co.nz

Hosking Trailers

298

Quick Gyro stabilisers outperform traditional systems with unmatched roll reduction, compact air-cooled design, intelligent monitoring and low maintenance for boats 20ft+. gineicomarine.com.au

Glass Cocoon

844

50+ years building, servicing and repairing boat trailers. Proudly New Zealand made with 10-year structural warranty and up to 5-year component cover. hoskingtrailers.co.nz

Hungarian Sausage Box

403

New Zealand designed protective shell for premium glassware. A travel-protected, precision-fit cocoon for uncompromised drinking anywhere. theglasscocoon.com

Global Marine 230

Cellular (4/5G) modems, antennas and solutions. Starlink, OneWeb and satellite services. Remote monitoring and control. gmts.io

430

We make authentic Hungarian style smoked goods such as salamis, sausages, pancetta's, loins and cheeses. All products are traditionally smoked with black wattle and oak. Genuine with no starch, no nitrates and no preservatives. sausagebox.co.nz

Hunting & Fishing Ltd

600

Fishing rods, reels, tackle, spooling, fishing line, braid, apparel, diving, fishing drones, nets, lures, soft baits and BBQ. huntingandfishing.co.nz

Huntsman Optics

529

HIKMICRO thermals deliver affordable, high-quality infrared imaging for hunting, boating, security and night visibility in harsh low-light conditions. huntsmanoptics.com/au/

Hutchwilco

L'Authentique

208

Check out New Zealand's favourite marine safety brand showcasing new lifejackets, boating accessories and a full range of water sports. hutchwilco.co.nz

Hydrolab Marine

405

French-style charcuterie handmade in New Zealand using local produce and time-honoured French techniques. lauthentique.co.nz

Layer Labs

EX20

Futuristic aluminium hull design, incorporating stateof-the-art mechanical and hydrodynamic solutions providing exceptional performance, economy and utility. hydrolabmarine.com

Image Boats

819

Premium 3D-printed custom marine signs, highly visible distress plaques, Starlink adapters, zero-drill boat accessories and marine toys. layerlabs.co.nz

LegaSea

EX02

Image Boats has a reputation for building customised aluminium boats, ranging from 5.0m to 12m. They combine safety, strength, durability, quality and performance to produce the perfect allrounder. imageboats.co.nz

Jays Towing and Boat Haulage

EX63

Jays towing and boat haulage can move your oversize boat New Zealand wide. jaystowing.co.nz

JCJIGS

561

Our premiere electric koheru rattle jig for offshore. New Lure Logic inshore jigging series launch! jcjigs.co.nz

Jenny's Kitchen Tamarind

410

Don't leave the show without a jar of addictive Tamarind Chutney and our incredible fish recipe. New Zealand's best and easiest! jennyskitchen.co.nz

Jetclub

541

New Zealand’s first and only jet ski subscription! Come join Jetclub and get out on the water ASAP. jetclub.co.nz

Jiwa Steel

F02, F03

We specialise in making stainless steel fish school sculptures along with having a collection of single fish wall art. jiwasteel.com

JS Audio Solutions

443

Marine conservation non-profit organisation dedicated to restoring abundance for future generations. legasea.co.nz

Longfin Marine EX24

Fiberglass powercat boats from 23ft to 42ft for recreational and commercial use, fully customisable with exceptional stability, deck space and a smooth, dry ride longfinmarine.com

Lusty & Blundell Ltd 286, 290

Lusty & Blundell is a leading distributor of Raymarine, Spinlock, Ocean Signal, Victron Energy, Exploding Fish rod holders, Haswing trolling motors and much more. lusty-blundell.co.nz

M2 Overland EX80

M2 Overland design and build market leading vehicle accessories. From trays, canopies, hard lids and well side accessories to everything in between, our team create products that lift the performance and capability of your vehicle. Everything we make is proudly New Zealand made in the Hawkes Bay. m2overland.co.nz

Mahurangi Oysters

Enjoy the freshest Pacific oysters, shucked on site to order and served straight from the harbour. mahurangioysters.co.nz

Makaira Boats

299

Bespoke speaker solutions, luxury speaker designs for boats, high-end speakers for boats, marine grade speaker solutions. jsaudiosolutions.com

Kingfisher Boats

EX61

Bring the whole crew, Kingfisher Powercats offer unmatched stability, smart design and everything you need for epic family fishing adventures. kingfisherboats.co.nz

Kiwi Artisan

437

Kiwi Artisan's premium hand crafted deli goods, featuring the world famous Manuka Smoked Olives alongside a premium range of condiments and gourmet products.  kiwiartisan.co.nz

Kiwi Cooler Ice Bins

EX184

Kiwi Cooler Ice Bins. Largest colour range and best value on the market! Built tough for New Zealand conditions. kiwicoolers.co.nz

Lanza Rods 514

Lanza - "Never Stop Fishing" New Zealand made handbuilt rods on SCT "Solid Carbon Tech" blanks for lure fishing. fishingingodzone.co.nz

boatshow.co.nz

414

110

Aluminium sport fishing vessels known for their distinctive Carolina flare. 8mm hulls are standard and have a lifetime warranty. makairaboats.com

Marco Boats

Custom alloy boats from 4m to 9.5m as well as Honda, Mercury and Minn Kota sales and servicing. marcoboats.co.nz

Marine Services NZ Limited

595

270

We offer engineered designed, marine non-disturbance anchoring solutions for vessels, aquaculture farms, and floating structures. marineservicesnz.com

Mastertech Marine EX40

We will be showcasing a variety of Stabicraft boats, Extreme Boats, Alloy Tech Trailers and Suzuki and Mercury outboards. mastertech.co.nz

McLay Boats

New Zealand aluminium McLay Boats range from 4.47.1m. Featuring our newest model the 691 Walkaround. mclayboats.co.nz

Mercury Marine

360

365

Mercury Marine turns 85 this year and our unmatched experience and technology will be on full display at the Boat Show, including our range of 175hp-600hp V12, V10, V8 and V6 outboards. mercurymarine.co.nz

Meyer Cheese

432

Meyer Cheese crafts award-winning, handcrafted cheese in the Waikato, blending tradition, quality milk, passion and authentic local flavour with pride. meyercheese.co.nz

Micromall Solar

Lithium battery, Lifepo4 Battery, solar panel, solar inverter, solar controller and solar accessories. micromall.co.nz

Miracle Shammy

Our mission is simple: to offer high-quality, innovative products that you’ll love, at prices that make sense. logicbrands.co.nz/products/miracle-multi-surfaceshammy-large

552

NU-D LTD

804

Monster Fishing 500, 506

Monster Fishing are New Zealand's newest independent fishing retailer stocking some of the world's best fishing gear. monsterfishing.co.nz

Motomuck Ltd

EX67

SALTYMUCK salt and grime remover, with water sheeting, protective coating. Plant derived, biodegradable and highly concentrated with dilution of up to 1:500. motomuck.co.nz

Narva and Projecta

Narva Marine will help you light up your boat and the water in style. Projecta, market leader in high-quality battery maintenance and battery power products. narva.com.au

Navico Group APAC

280

125

Navico Group is the world’s leading supplier of integrated systems and products to industries ranging from marine to recreational vehicle and beyond. navico.com

Navman Marine

Absolute Marine is a 100% New Zealand owned marine wholesale distributor supplying high quality boating equipment, electronics and accessories nationwide. absolutemarine.co.nz

New Lynn Sea Scouts

226

EX122, EX122a

New Lynn Sea Scouts offer a friendly and safe environment for adventurous kids to experience outdoor activities with an emphasis on the water. newlynn.seascouts.org.nz

New Zealand Online Fishing Club

440

Every day's a competition. Win cash, track your catch and compete nationwide using groundbreaking New Zealand technology. nzofc.co.nz

Nextwave Imports Ltd

NextWave Imports is New Zealand's exclusive electric watercraft distributor. We showcase JetFly and RushWave's the world's most thrilling motorised and electric surfboards. Surf, fly and carve any open water. No waves required. Pure adrenaline delivered. nextwaveimports.co.nz

Night Raider

See the night. Own the sea. nightraider.co.nz

Niue Island

810

Rated towing and lifting shackles with the Big Pin Head for more leverage - easier to use in all weather conditions. shackles.co.nz

NZ Boat Register 268

AquaGPS gives boat owners shareable location awareness, switching between cellular and satellite coverage from driveway to 85 nautical miles offshore. nzboatregister.co.nz

NZ Fishing News 244

NZ Fishing News - New Zealand's leading fishing publisher for nearly 50 years! nzfishingnews.co.nz

NZ Marine Exhibitor Lounge

NZ Marine is the New Zealand Marine Industry Association, a non-profit trade association representing over 520 companies. It supports and promotes the New Zealand marine industry. nzmarine.com

Ocean Addiction EX152 oceanaddiction.co.nz

Oceanova 812

Autonomous surface vessels, underwater robotics, marine sensors, and AI-powered ocean monitoring technology for research, industry and environmental applications. oceanova.nz

Oceanpro Boats EX18

Meet the Oceanpro team on stand EX18. oceanpro.co.nz

Oceanview Marine EX50

Blue Ocean boats, Blue Ocean trailers and Hidea outboard motors and (BMT packages).

One NZ Satellite 268

One NZ Satellite powered by Starlink helps boaties stay safe and connected, including supporting the AquaGPS tracker from NZ Boat Register. one.nz/why-choose-us/satellite/

Opito Bay Salt Company 425

817

553

508

Niue Island - visit stand 508 Hall 5 to enter to win a fishing and diving adventure to Niue for two worth over $10,000! niueisland.com

NomandiQ

Worlds' most portable BBQ. The BBQ that travels with you! nomadiqbbq.co.nz

292

Multi-award winning Opito Bay sea salt has been crafted to accentuate the Coromandel coasts unique minerality creating a mouth-watering burst of flavour. opitobaysalt.co.nz

Orakei Marine EX37, EX39

Come visit our boats on display, the Jeanneau Merry Fisher 795 Series 2, the Jeanneau Merry Fisher 895 Series 2 and the Jeanneau NC37. orakeimarine.co.nz

Osprey Boats 160

Osprey Boats NZ builds premium aluminium pontoon boats designed for adventure, safety and reliability, featuring the new 800HT and latest models. osprey.co.nz

Outboard Boating Club 448

Auckland's premier boating facility. The OBC makes launching and retrieving an enjoyable part of boating. We welcome new members. obc.co.nz

Pacific Eyeware

567

Polarised sunglasses $20 free case with every sunglasses purchase, because we love our customers! 400 uv, high definition and polarised. 22 boatshow.co.nz 22 boatshow.co.nz

Peplers Handmade Goodness

416

Peplers specialise in delicious handmade condiments such as vinaigrettes, dressings, sauces and chutneys. Perfect for gatherings of family and friends. peplers.co.nz

Popped Gourmet

We are proud to be to distribute the best liquorice, nougat and fudge all made in New Zealand. liquoricedelights.co.nz

Profile Boats

415

282

Range of Profile Boats including Profile Boats 585H Sport, 600H Sport, 635H Limited, 735H Platinum and 785H Platinum. profileboats.com

Protect Our Boating Paradise

451

Let's talk about what's happening with exotic caulerpathe invasive seaweed that's been found in Hauraki Gulf, or any marine biosecurity topic. Together we can protect our boating paradise. biosecurity.govt.nz

Protect Our Hauraki Gulf

We all play a crucial role in safeguarding the islands by keeping them pest free. Check, clean and close are actions anyone can take. Come and see us to find out more and perhaps meet one of our hard-working biosecurity dogs! ourauckland.nz

Pure Salt

438

Sea Science

813

Sea Science presents New Zealand’s most comprehensive new range of ‘Enviromarine’ cleaning products. From corrosion protection to waterline stain removal, Sea Science has unique solutions to keep all types of kiwi water craft steaming and gleaming. seascience.co.nz

Seaboss EX62

New Zealand manufactured and designed aluminium boats from 5m dual consoles to 7.5m hard tops. seaboss.co.nz

Sea-Doo 224

Sea-Doo personal watercrafts. sea-doo.brp.com

Sea-It

528

Sea-It is a locally owned and operated boat, ute, jet ski or house wash that removes salt, grime, dirt and more from your investments in minutes. sea-it.co.nz

Senator Boats

510

Multi-day, live-aboard adventures, connecting you to the remote wilderness areas of Fiordland, Stewart Island and beyond. puresalt.co.nz

Purekraft Boats

375

Purekraft Boats offer a completely design-led and awardwinning product that is multi-use. It's a Purekraft and it's pure freedom. purekraftboats.co.nz

Quick Brown Fox

427 Coffee liqueurs. quickbrownfox.co.nz

Red Hot Fishing

390

Visit Senator Boats in Hall 3, Stand Number 390 showcasing our range Senator 500 - RH770, including our new model, 550CC! senatorboats.com

Seneca Offshore 557

Carbon fibre big game reels. senecaoffshore.com

Shimano New Zealand 620, 650

Visit the Shimano Pavilion to explore our latest industryleading tackle range, attend our extended Masterclasses and Fireside Chats with Matt Watson and other Shimano Pro Staffers and check out our ever-popular fishing simulators and interactive electric reel displays! New for 2026, our latest Autumn Winter 2026 Apparel range will be available to purchase. fish.shimano.com

Shoreworx

EX164

Hot lures, hot gear, unbelievably hot prices! Closing down sale - all stock must go! Pop up tent at gate 4. redhotfishing.co.nz

Remarkable Cream

533

Experts on how best to look after your fishing gear, boat, trailer, vehicle and more. shoreworx.co.nz

SIKE

409

Proudly made in New Zealand, our liqueur is crafted from a family recipe perfected over three generations. A world-class cream liqueur with unmatched smoothness and flavour. Taste the difference with every sip! remarkablecream.nz

Renovator & Tevo Outdoor Heater EX148 Tevo Heaters, renovator extra pair of hands, does it all drill bits and better grip wrenches. tevoheater.co.nz

Salt-Shark

518

Simply the world's leading value salt remover! 200 boat washes per litre compared to 20 from other brands! salt-shark.com

SEA Fiordland

507

Sike is a new hook company that are here to lead the way in high quality fishing hooks for all styles of fishing. precisionangling.co.nz

Smart Marine Boating & Fishing

Always best prices, biggest range and superior service! Visit us in the Fishing Pavilion for the best show deals. smartmarine.co.nz

Smuggler Marine

Smuggler Marine build world class fibreglass RIBs, amphibious RIBs, tenders and trailer boats from 4.5 to 11 metres. There is a huge range of Smuggler options available to suit the discerning owner. smuggler.co.nz

610

580

513

Fish Fiordland’s wild waters, dive untouched depths, hunt remote wilderness - helicopter straight to the vessel for the ultimate adventure. seafiordland.com

SnapCatch- The App for Fishing Competitions 442

SnapCatch is an AI-driven, digital competition platform, verifying species and length, automating leaderboards and enabling seamless competition management for anyone. snapcatch.co.nz

Snapperhead Tackle 516

High quality, handmade, Japanese slow pitch jigs, micro jigs and topwater stickbaits. snapperhead.co.nz

Stabicraft Marine

310

Stabicraft is a global marine brand delivering safe, innovative, high performance vessels that empower customers to adventure with confidence. stabicraft.com

StabiX 310

StabiX is ground zero for durable amphibious boats that push the limits of what a boating experience can be. stabix.nz

Steezy Kiwi Rooftop Tents EX128

Reliable rooftop tents, chilly bins and outdoor gear that you can trust- letting you focus on the adventure, not the setup! steezykiwi.com

Strayline Aotearoa NZ 515

Premium New Zealand fishing apparel, tees, singlets, fishing fleece, UPF 50+ shirts, hoods, towel ponchos and quality accessories. strayline.co.nz

Striker Engineering and Marine

Live bait tanks, bait stations and boarding ladders. strikermarine.co.nz

560

Strobe Lure EX180

Strobe lures – game lures with rechargeable flash. Result = more game fish in the spread, more action and more hook-ups! strobelure.com

Stryda Marine EX36 strydamarine.com

SunSaver

802

The ultimate range of mobile solar chargers and power banks for the outdoors. sunsaver.co.nz

Surtees Boats

355

Surtees Boats are known for their smooth ride in rough conditions, taking your fishing adventure to the next level! surteesboats.com

Suzuki New Zealand

220

Don't miss out on our unbeatable fully fitted offers. Make the most of your time on the water with Suzuki‚ the ultimate outboard. suzukimarine.co.nz

Swordfish Mojo

Swordfish Mojo - a full flavoured, low carb lager, supporting LegaSea. swordfishmojo.com

The Biltong Shed

401, 401A

407

Biltong, a great snack for fishing, camping, hiking, rugby, road trips, gaming and so much more. It's the food with no limits! biltongonline.co.nz

The NZ Rum Co.

408 Award winning New Zealand made rums! thenzrumco.nz

The Original Smoke & Spice Company

Artisan wine barrel food smokers and Manuka smoked seasonings. smokeandspice.co.nz

The Pokeno Whisky Company

413 New Zealand single malt whisky. pokenowhisky.com

The Rock

545

Come have a tug with us at The Rock! We've got out famous tugging rig running all weekend long! Have a tug for your chance to win a Viking Profish 400-Lighter Weight Fishing Kayak - worth over $2,000! rova.nz

The Rural Butcher

579

The Rural Butcher is your one stop shop for everything you need to make meat great. We stock knives, mincers, sausage fillers, gloves and all your butchery needs. ruralbutcher.co.nz

The Salt Wash Company

Leading New Zealand made marine and automotive cleaning solutions specialising in salt removal and corrosion protection. thesaltwashcompany.co.nz

563

The Sound 856

Relax in The Sound's Yacht Rock Lounge. Sit back, enjoy the great music and win a kayak prize pack for two! rova.nz

The Trailer Shop

Premium trailers since 1991: boat, box, domestic and custom-built. Quality parts, accessories, New Zealand wide shipping. 10-year warranty. Built for New Zealand conditions. thetrailershop.co.nz

Tides Out Maps

Born from a love for the ocean, Tides Out Maps design and handcraft wooden depth maps that allow you to see New Zealand's beautiful underwater landscapes. tidesoutmaps.co.nz

Tio Fishing

824

F04

512

Explore the latest Little Jack lures and our new Navy Apparel range. Enjoy exclusive show-only sales across our entire collection! tiofishing.com

Traeger EX22

Traeger Wood Fired Grills make creating great tasting food simple through automation and control. traeger.com

Trailer Tug 835

Electric trailer tugs that make moving your boat/caravan/ trailer effortless. solacedistributors.co.nz

Treadway

417

845

Marine hydraulic braking systems for boat trailers. Trusted by New Zealand manufacturers. Featuring HydroBrake 2500 and 3500. treadway.co.nz

Triton Hearing

590

Discover Triton Hearing's waterproof* devices, latest tech and expert care. Join us for a free hearing check today! tritonhearing.co.nz

True Kit Inflatables 200

Premium inflatable catamarans built for real adventure: lighter, more stable, more efficient and purpose-designed for tough New Zealand boating conditions. truekit.net

Truffle Artisan

422

Premium truffle-infused oils, seasonings and gourmet products crafted to elevate everyday cooking with rich, authentic flavour and indulgent experiences. kiwiartisan.co.nz/collections/our-truffle-collection

U-Dek

260

U-DEK marine decking is a great looking and high performing solution for all types of marine craft. Put the U in U-DEK! udek.com

Ultimate Rod Racks NZ

Winger Motors Isuzu Greenlane 180

Real utes. Real SUVs. Built tough for towing. Come chat to the Winger Isuzu Greenlane team and grab a Boat Show special. winger.co.nz

Wish4Fish Charitable Trust

511

Ultimate Rod Racks NZ's modular rod storage with GunnelCore's, Big Foot and E-Suction. Secure, removable, New Zealand built systems for boat or home. ultimaterodracks.nz

Vaclock Portable Food Vacuum Sealer

421

The Vaclock Portable food vacuum sealer keeps food fresh for longer. Our small compact sealer runs on 6 x AA batteries or use our free charger for mains power. Saves money on food going bad and best of all our unique vacuum seal bags are re-usable. vaclock.co.nz

Vertex Cookware

449

Our purpose is to connect with the Auckland and Northland communities ahead of a northern tour taking in the Coromandel, Northland, and Auckland from November 2026 to January 2027. wish4fish.co.nz

WOLL Cookware EX158

WOLL proudly showcases premium German cookware, highlighting PFAS-free innovation, exceptional durability, and superior performance, helping New Zealand customers cook healthier meals with long-lasting, highquality, eco-conscious cookware solutions. wollcookware.co.nz

Xpress Trailers

431

Our mission is simple: to offer high-quality, innovative products that you will love, at prices that make sense. logicbrands.co.nz/products/vertex-cookware-set-nontoxic

Viking Kayaks

865

Over 19 different boat trailers models to pick from. Made to be the perfect support for your boat. aakronxpress.co.nz

Yamaha Marine

530

Viking Kayaks premium fishing kayaks! vikingkayaks.co.nz

Volpower NZ Ltd

Volvo Penta marine propulsion, Humphree trim and stabilisation, Pyrotek noise control, and Racor fuel systems. volpower.co.nz

Walker Boats

350

Visit Yamaha to explore latest outboard tech, Helm Master EX, 2 - 450hp engines, Torqeedo electric motors and new CrossWave WaveRunner. yamaha-motor.co.nz

Yeehaa Fishing

262

630

Yee Haa Fishing is a unique destination store for serious anglers from every corner of the world. It is operated by absolutely fanatical fishing nuts who have a deep passion for fishing and the highest quality tackle. yeehaa.co.nz

Zoa

EX62

New Zealand-built, strong, reliable, stable, practical, customisable, fishing, diving, family, recreational, offshorecapable, quality-crafted, performance-driven, safe, versatile, hardworking, marine-grade with a trusted 10 year warranty. walkerboats.co.nz

Warren Hay Marine

Custom Hawaiian marlin/tuna lures, skirts, hooks and rigging. warrenhaymarine.co.nz

Webby Trailers

428

Winner of New Zealand's best overall vodka, and judged the world's 3rd best vodka. zoa.co.nz

EX04

EX74

Heavy-duty COF boat trailers up to 7.5t with Cloud Nine air suspension and smartphone-controlled adjustable launch height. mrt.nz

West Coast Boat Wraps

We specialise in wrapping aluminium boats. westcoastboatwraps.co.nz

Wild Chix Ltd

Wild Chix is all about getting more women out on the water, into the outdoors and confidently doing it for themselves. wildchix.co.nz

WilliamsWarn

266

455

404

Pour fresh, home-brewed craft beer made on BrewKegs, clean, consistent and often better than store-bought. williamswarn.co.nz

SAFETY & EDUCATION WORKSHOPS

The Safety & Education Workshops in offer a diverse lineup of must-attend sessions for boating and fishing enthusiasts alike.

Confidence at the Helm: Why Empowering Women Makes Boating Safer With Isabell Zitzelsberger from Wild Chix

Thursday & Friday, 11.00am - 11.30am Isabell shares how creating supportive learning environments, strong role models and hands-on experience are helping more women take the helm with confidence.

Coastguard Communications: What Happens When You Call With Coastguard

Thursday & Friday, 12.30pm - 1.00pm Saturday & Sunday, 12.45pm - 1.15pm

This session will walk you through how to communicate effectively, trip reporting and how to make a call for help when it matters most.

Crossing The Bar With Coastguard Daily, 12.30pm - 1.00pm

Learn about bar dynamics, boat handling, optimal crossing times, safety navigation, and discover why creating trip and bar watch reports are crucial.

Big Adventures, Little Crew: Keeping Kids Safe on the Water With Hutchwilco Crew and Coastguard Daily, 1.00pm - 1.30pm

A fun, practical and interactive seminar on how to enjoy a great day on the water while keeping your family, especially the kids, safe and happy.

Virtuality Experience – protecting our coastlines from marine pests

Saturday, 2.30pm - 2.50pm & 3.00pm – 3.20pm

Open your eyes to the magic of our coastlines and the imminent danger posed by pests like exotic caulerpa and Mediterranean fanworm.

Kids’ Fishing Workshops are a fun, hands-on intro to fishing where young anglers will learn knot tying, rig making and practical fishing tips. Or grab your girlfriends for a fun Ladies’ Workshop covering the basics of fishing and handy tips. All held in the Safety & Education Workshops area (Hall 4). Kids’ Fishing Workshops are an additional $30 per person.

Kids’ Fishing Workshop (5-8 Year Olds)

With Nicky Wilson

Thursday, 4.00pm – 5.00pm Saturday & Sunday, 11.00am – 12.00pm

Kids’ Fishing Workshop (9-14 Year Olds)

With Nicky Wilson Friday & Saturday, 4.00pm – 5.00pm Sunday, 3.30pm - 4.30pm

‘She Fishes NZ’ Ladies’ Fishing Workshop With Nicky Wilson Sunday, 2.30pm – 3.30pm

Take a break from the boats and fishing and make a splash at the Hutchwilco Pool! This fun-filled zone will feature bumper boats daily, providing thrills for the whole family. And for those wanting to learn valuable water safety skills, don’t miss the daily, free drowning prevention sessions. It’s the perfect place to have a laugh and gain peace of mind.

Daily schedule: 1.45pm - 2.15pm – Drowning Prevention All other times – Bumper Boats!

Love heading out on the water?

Play your part and check the new marine protection rules

These protections are helping to support the special sea life and ecosystems in this area.

Find out more at doc.govt.nz/hauraki-gulf-marine-protection-rules

Tāmure / snapper.
Photo: Paul Caiger

WIN AT THE SHOW!

WIN A DAILY VIKING KAYAK

Be in to win the daily Viking Kayak prize. Attend the show and register your ticket. It’s that easy, you’re then in the daily draw!

There will be 4 kayaks to give away (one per day):

Viking Espri Angler Fishing Kayak valued at $1,390

Viking Profish 400-Lighter Weight Fishing Kayak valued at $2,199

Viking Lagoon Kayak valued at $649

Viking Ozzie Kayak valued at $749

Winners will collect prizes from Viking Kayaks after the show from 36 Cryers Rd, East Tamaki, Auckland. *Terms and conditions apply.

INAUGURAL!

Join us at the live prizegiving for the inaugural SnapCatch Fishing Classic at 3.00pm, Saturday 16th May, at The Boat Show Bar.

The SnapCatch Classic is open to all New Zealand anglers, nationwide, and uses AIpowered catch verification and real-time scoring with a focus on responsible fishing. There are two main divisions – Open and Kids – with 1st, 2nd and a mystery length being awarded across snapper, kahawai, blue cod, tarakihi, kingfish (Open only) and trevally (Open only).

All prizes within the $28,000-plus pool are proudly supplied by exhibiting partners at The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show.

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