Kawau Classic Fishing Competition

The 37 footer JEUNESSE was built for W J Harper and launched in March 1919 as RAMBLER. Harper changed his mind and renamed her JEUNESSE by the start of the summer of 1919-20. None of the magazines or newspapers say who built her but Dick Lang looks a just bet as she was fitted St. Mary’s Bay. Reportage on such things was pretty scant at that time due to Spanish ‘Flu outbreak. She was fitted with a 40hp Reutenberg 4 cylinder engine. Harper sold the launch KOTIRO when JEUNESSE was built. He kept her till 1923 when he sold her to H Hewson. N C McLean & R Kirkwood owned her in 1926. (waitematawoodys.com)

This Series is open to all Club Members with a yacht, trailer sailer or launch. Other Club Members are invited to join in the social actions that complement the Cruising Races, as well as the Rally Weekends, when your mode of transport is of no result as long as it can reach the destination worried. The prizes are good, with both race prizes and spot prizes being alike and plentiful. (bbyc.org.nz)

Boating teams invited to join us for our inaugural boating challenge from Auckland harbour to Lidgard House, Bon Accord Harbour on Kawau Island next February 2015! Teams will stay over night on their boats or ferry home on a charter ferry that evening. Guests will be treated to a fun-tastic boating event where teams will be challenged to accomplish tasks as they make their way from Mechanics Bay – our Auckland base, to Kawau Island. Once at Kawau Island, guests will enjoy happy hour at the newly re-opened Kawau Island Boating Club, followed by a Black Tie and Jandle themed Gourmet BBQ dinner under marquee in the grounds of Lidgard House. (eventfinda.co.nz)

With a strong big ship lineup planned and steadily awesome racing for beach cats, IC24s, and cruiser/racers in the 30-45 foot range on CSA disability, we have also got big ship legends like the Kerr 46 Tonnerre De Breskins 3 on the list also as already three TP52s: Highland Fling of Monac0, Near Miss from SUI/FRA, and the Aussie Scarlet Runner, now racing over from Cape Town. Get your 52 or another IRC weapon on the list now and take benefit of some of the best race courses anyplace in the world; we have got flat water and swells, the awesome Pillsbury Sound between St. John and the West End, the thrilling race to Charlotte Amalie, and more ’round the rocks’ action; everything a real racer wants from their Caribbean fling. (Read on this site)

It had been three days since our last passing contact with civilization; a radio exchange with a remote lighthouse to give the obliged identification info so when we sighted the distinctive form of a sail on the horizon excitement broke out onboard. John hailed the vessel on the VHF and a answer came stating they were the yacht Chiloe on their way south. In the elation of seeing another vessel John asked them to think about stopping to join us for Thai stir-fry dinner. Yes” came the short answer. As Chiloe’s sails grew bigger I wondered as to the extent of her crew so I called on the VHF asking how many to expect for dinner. (mahina.com)

Located at the end of a country lane, Poderi Crisci is a family-owned vineyard and restaurant with Italian flair and a passion for conventional winemaking. For four generations the Crisci family have been engulfed in the art of food and wine. Antonio, born and raised in Napoli, arrived in NZ in the early 90s quickly making a name for himself in the Auckland scene with the establishment of Toto restaurant in Nelson Street. With his partner Vivienne Farnell they opened Non Solo Pizza in 1996, now an institution in Parnell. The 1st merlot vines were placed in 2000. The success of the 1st vines led to the planting of other grape varieties and vegetable gardens with Poderi Crisci being founded in 2008 and the restaurant opening in 2010. (aucklandseaplanes.com)

Chartering a super yacht, motor yacht ship or sailing yacht is a efficient way for a range of businesses and persons to attract and entertain clients throughout the festival. Yachts may be branded with your company name allowing you to present a high profile throughout an event with close affiliation to class and the elegance of Super Yachts. Throughout the event the branded Super Yachts all lined up along the Jet e Edouard Albert is a pretty remarkable site. Throughout the day, the yacht is an ideal floating office and conference venue for board for meetings and presentations. In the evening, the yacht makes an thrilling venue for cocktail parties and dinners and becomes lavish accommodation for guests overnight. (charterworld.com)

Who does not love a canyon? While it can not compete with the great Canyon, the Santa Elena Canyon has own special charm. We did a comparatively short hike into the canyon 1. 7 miles round trip and saw some spectacular scenery. After climbing up paved steps, you descend down to the canyon floor and meander along for a while till the trail ends at the canyon wall. We also did the Boquillas Canyon trail on the reverse end of the park. A nice walk, however if you only have time for one, go with Santa Elena. (thecynicalsailor.blogspot.com)

There was a big and overwhelming voice of support during the Whaingaroa community for the Te Aroha return. Its evident that to get some certainty that its going to happen is a big thing at the front of everyone’s minds. Rest guaranteed that everyone that knows the Ship and has practical experience with this sort of thing are certain that every part of this may be done with little fuss, expense, and only a average amount of enjoyable work, in a social and inspiring environment by an assorted mix of the community. That there’s also an open door to different financial support channels that may be tapped into by present local trusts, educational, Iwi and other community development bodies is surely icing on the cake. (trusttearoha.blogspot.com)

The Auckland Art Gallery is free entry and open daily. Set on the side 3-4 hours to take in the stunning and complex works over many stories. Gigs and concerts are held all over Auckland. The Kings Arms, The Dogs Bollix, The Wine Cellar and Whammy Bar are just some of the many bars to see local bands live. Vector Arena, The Civic and The Town Hall hold the bigger acts that visit NZ. Plus Auckland constantly has lots of one off shows and festivals, just check out event websites for the new. (tv3.co.nz)