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Pacific Powerboat New Zealand and Australia's largest bimonthly marine publication solely dedicated to power boats Pacific PowerBoat covers them all.

Pacific PowerBoat combines the best of Pacific MotorYacht and Propeller magazines to form Australiasia’s largest bimonthly marine publication solely dedicated to power boats. From ski-boats to superyachts, from racing to the latest local & international power boat news. One of the unique aspects of Pacific PowerBoat is its comprehensive Australasian distribution. Pacific PowerBoat is also available online and stays there indefinitely with all back issues archived for easy access.

DE MEY YACHTS FACTORY TOUR – WEDNESDAY 10 JULY! de Mey Yachts have decided to have an open night to show what they are u...
01/07/2024

DE MEY YACHTS FACTORY TOUR – WEDNESDAY 10 JULY!
de Mey Yachts have decided to have an open night to show what they are up to and how they do it!

Explore the intricate process of yacht building, meet some of their team, and witness first-hand the dedication and passion that make de MEY Yachts a leader in the industry, all at 22 Rerewai Place, Mount Maunganui on Wednesday 10 July starting at 2:30pm.

• Walk-throughs of their 18 metre catamarans
• Phantom Race Boats
• General Factory Walk around
• How they use Design and Technology

This event is open to everyone, whether you're a boating enthusiast, boatbuilder, prospective customer, or simply curious about what de Mey Yachts do.
So they have an idea of numbers, please RSVP to [email protected] with a preferred time you would like to come through, as they would like to limit it to three groups per hour.

Nic de Mey Yachts

WIN THE ULTIMATE FILLETING STATION! 🤩 Firefish Fabrication recently celebrated their 5th birthday... but want to give yo...
30/06/2024

WIN THE ULTIMATE FILLETING STATION! 🤩

Firefish Fabrication recently celebrated their 5th birthday... but want to give you the presents!

WIN this sleek black aluminium, filleting station that’s perfect to fix to any fence or wall at your home.
Dimensions: 800mm wide x 600mm high x 200mm deep.
• A high-density polyurethane chopping board
• Underneath storage unit
• Separate knife compartment
• Double beverage holder
• An inbuilt hose connection - just fix to your water source to make clean up a breeze

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⚓️Like our page and Firefish Fabrication
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Winner drawn 12th July - Good luck

Total Value $1650
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THE JULY-AUGUST ISSUE OF PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAGAZINE IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE & IN ALL GOOD BOOKSTORES! 🙌 ⚓ Within this ed...
27/06/2024

THE JULY-AUGUST ISSUE OF PACIFIC POWERBOAT MAGAZINE IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE & IN ALL GOOD BOOKSTORES! 🙌 ⚓

Within this edition, you’ll find five reviews:
VICEM 95
AXOPAR 45
SARGO 36
ILIAD 53F
SOUTHERN PACIFIC SEEKR 6.2

Features include an article on The History of Kiwi trailer boats from the 1990s (Part 5), a look at how you can get further on your fuel, Ron Czerniak's Nordic voyage around Scandinavia, an overview of types, maintenance, and the future of marine batteries, and Mat Hewetson's harbour fishing adventures.

Plus, all the usual columnists, power boat news, and new products.

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HIGHFIELD SP560 SPORT | BOAT REVIEW 🌊The SP560 sport is a perfect family boat for day use or for your next exploration a...
22/06/2024

HIGHFIELD SP560 SPORT | BOAT REVIEW 🌊

The SP560 sport is a perfect family boat for day use or for your next exploration adventure. The heavy duty 24-degree deadrise alloy hull combined with the 115hp Mercury outboard and built-in under deck 105 litre (23 gallon) fuel tank, provides a smooth ride to your closest beach or gets you home safe when conditions get rough. In rough conditions there is more than one driving position due to the flip up standing bolster seat.

Read the full review here: https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/highfield-sp560-sport

Highfield Boats New Zealand | Highfield Boats | Aakron Xpress Boats & Trailers

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20/06/2024

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WHITE POINTER 870 WALKAROUND | BOAT REVIEW ⚓White Pointer Boats With well over 600 boats now on the water in their 30-ye...
10/06/2024

WHITE POINTER 870 WALKAROUND | BOAT REVIEW ⚓

White Pointer Boats

With well over 600 boats now on the water in their 30-years of custom alloy boat building, White Pointer has always been at the forefront of the market. Freddy Foote headed to Tauranga to check out this custom 870, hull #2 from their Walkaround range.

Read more on the White Pointer 870 Walkaround featured in our most recent issue, or click the link below to directly access the review
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/white-pointer-870-walkaround/

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ISLAND GYPSY 50 WB | BOAT REVIEW 🌊Boats InternationalIsland Gypsy 50 WB offers more than just a boat ride, it is an adve...
05/06/2024

ISLAND GYPSY 50 WB | BOAT REVIEW 🌊

Boats International

Island Gypsy 50 WB offers more than just a boat ride, it is an adventure waiting to happen. It’s design and versatility makes it the perfect choice for anyone looking to make the most of their time on the water. It is the perfect boating choice for a small family, or couple, who like to get away from it all, or people who love to socialise, using its abundant communal areas.

Read more on the Island Gypsy 50 WB featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the review👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/island-gypsy-50-wb/

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Riviera Boats magnificent new 6800 Sport Yacht!🛥️The new Riviera 6800 Sport Yacht has a choice of three or four stateroo...
29/05/2024

Riviera Boats magnificent new 6800 Sport Yacht!🛥️

The new Riviera 6800 Sport Yacht has a choice of three or four staterooms and three bathrooms, a crew cabin or utility room, a full-height walk-through engine room, huge entertaining and living spaces, an all-weather aft deck, expansive sun-loving forward deck, and an impressive tender garage devoted to water sports.

SMUGGLER STRATA 750 | BOAT REVIEW ⚓️Smuggler Marine It has been a staple of the Smuggler range for 20-years, and now, th...
28/05/2024

SMUGGLER STRATA 750 | BOAT REVIEW ⚓️

Smuggler Marine

It has been a staple of the Smuggler range for 20-years, and now, the Smuggler Strata 750 has had somewhat of a birthday. Freddy Foote steps aboard to experience the Gen 2 of this hardcore blue water performer.

Read more on the Smuggler Strata 750 featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the review👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/smuggler-strata-750/

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Maritimo globally reveal the M50 and S50 Motor Yachts at the 2024 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show! 🛥️In a surpris...
27/05/2024

Maritimo globally reveal the M50 and S50 Motor Yachts at the 2024 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show! 🛥️

In a surprise announcement at the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Maritimo globally revealed the all-new M50 Flybridge and S50 Sedan Motor Yachts to the world.

These are the latest and proud descendants of Maritimo’s continuing evolution that has delivered an even more refined, elegant, practical, and luxurious space throughout the craft, combined with high-efficiency propulsion and reduced drag hull forms, along with legendary build quality and blue-water credentials.

THE HISTORY OF KIWI TRAILER BOATS BY THE DECADES PART FOUR: The 1980’s | FEATURE 🚤In part 4 of our Kiwi Trailer Boats By...
23/05/2024

THE HISTORY OF KIWI TRAILER BOATS BY THE DECADES PART FOUR: The 1980’s | FEATURE 🚤

In part 4 of our Kiwi Trailer Boats By the Decades series, we explore New Zealand trailer boats from the 1980s.

Read more on the History of Kiwi Trailer Boats - Part 4 featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the article👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/the-history-of-kiwi-trailer-boats-by-the-decades-part-four-the-1980s/

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RIVIERA 58 SPORTS MOTOR YACHT | BOAT REVIEW  🛥️Riviera Boats The 58 Sports Motor Yacht combines design innovation and su...
20/05/2024

RIVIERA 58 SPORTS MOTOR YACHT | BOAT REVIEW 🛥️

Riviera Boats

The 58 Sports Motor Yacht combines design innovation and superior levels of luxury in its accommodation and many living and entertaining spaces. If you are after unlimited adventure, absolute luxury, engineering excellence and a smooth ride, this vessel has your name on it.

Read more on the Riviera 58 Sports Motor Yacht featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the review👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/riviera-58-sports-motor-yacht/

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Subscribe to PowerBoat Magazine at the Hutchwilco Boat Show (Stand 298) and be in to win the ultimate boating accessory ...
14/05/2024

Subscribe to PowerBoat Magazine at the Hutchwilco Boat Show (Stand 298) and be in to win the ultimate boating accessory giveaway! 🤩
Win $2,300+ worth of products to enhance your time on the water!

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Engel Cooler Box 18L Grey
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Anchorage estate florals collection
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Mothers Black Streak Remover

POWER CATS – The past, present & future | FEATURE 🛥️As power catamarans thrive as one of the fastest growing sectors in ...
09/05/2024

POWER CATS – The past, present & future | FEATURE 🛥️

As power catamarans thrive as one of the fastest growing sectors in the boating market, it’s timely to consider the variations of power catamarans, their hull types, performance capabilities and the features they offer new owners in their boating lifestyle.

Read more on Power Cats featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the article👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/power-cats/

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Be the first to see the Buccaneer Five Seven Five at The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, Family Boats Stand 347 👌👌
03/05/2024

Be the first to see the Buccaneer Five Seven Five at The Hutchwilco New Zealand Boat Show, Family Boats Stand 347 👌👌

THE PACIFIC POWERBOAT – MAY/JUNE ISSUE IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE AND IN ALL GOOD BOOKSTORES!! 🙌📚 Within this edition, you'...
29/04/2024

THE PACIFIC POWERBOAT – MAY/JUNE ISSUE IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE AND IN ALL GOOD BOOKSTORES!! 🙌📚

Within this edition, you'll find EIGHT reviews: The brand new BUCCANEER FIVE SEVEN FIVE HT, RIVIERA 58 SPORTS MY, SMUGGLER STRATA 750, ISLAND GYPSY 50 WB, TAKACAT 4.6 LX-R, LEECH 33, WHITE POINTER 870 WA and HIGHFIELD SP560 SPORT.

Features include an article on The History of Kiwi trailer boats from the 1980s (Part 4), we take a look at power catamarans, Doug Dukeson heads to Taiwan with Horizon Yachts, we share a story on “An Improbable Trip around the World” – part two, and Mat Hewetson examines the multiple benefits of fishing in winter.

Plus, all the usual columnists, power boat news, and new products.

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ALASKA 49 SEDAN | BOAT REVIEW 🌊Alaska Motor Yachts  | Leigh-Smith Yachts A true classic gentleman’s cruiser with feisty ...
25/04/2024

ALASKA 49 SEDAN | BOAT REVIEW 🌊

Alaska Motor Yachts | Leigh-Smith Yachts

A true classic gentleman’s cruiser with feisty performance.
The Alaska 49 Sedan is designed and purpose built from the ground up for the east coast of Australia’s cruising grounds by Leigh-Smith Yachts. These vessels are built in a 21,800m2 shipyard, which occupies a 193-metre shoreline with its own marina and is capable of building vessels up to 130 feet. Leigh-Smith Yachts in Sanctuary Cove is the only place in the world to procure one of these.

Read more on the Alaska 49 Sedan featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the review👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/alaska-49-sedan/

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WIN! 🤩 Repair, Protect, and Maintain your boat with August Race. Kiwi Yachting have partnered with August Race to become...
21/04/2024

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Repair, Protect, and Maintain your boat with August Race.

Kiwi Yachting have partnered with August Race to become the official New Zealand distributor of their exceptional range of cleaning and protection products. The range is made in England, and used by the world’s best boat builders & marine organisations - providing carefully engineered products within every sector of the industry including RIBs, Yachts, Powerboats, Kayaks and SUPs. Available to purchase instore and online through Safety at Sea.

How to win:
⚓️ Like our page and Kiwi Yachting 👍
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Winner drawn Wednesday, 1st May - Good luck

Products in pack:
Boat Wash Pro – PH Neutral Wash & Wax (1L) $49
Bright Coat – Gelcoat De-Stainer (1L) $49
Smooth Opacity – UV Protective Wax Polish (500ml) $49
GRP Sealer – High gloss gelcoat sealer (250ml) $49
Vinyl Bright – Vinyl Upholstery Restorer (1L) $49
Liquid RIB – Industry Leading RIB Tube Restorer (500ml) $49
LR Sealer UV – Ultra UV Protective Polymer Tube Coating (250ml) $59
2 x Microfibre Cloth

Total Value over $350

Check out August Race products by clicking the link below👇
https://safetyatsea.co.nz/collections/cleaning-protection-products

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ELITE 18M MID PILOTHOUSE | BOAT REVIEW ⚓Elite Marine | Lloyd Stevenson Boatbuilders LtdWith gold-bronze metallic paintwo...
15/04/2024

ELITE 18M MID PILOTHOUSE | BOAT REVIEW ⚓

Elite Marine | Lloyd Stevenson Boatbuilders Ltd

With gold-bronze metallic paintwork and an elegant, balanced profile, the 18m Upfold Elite mid-pilothouse Zaphira by Lloyd Stevenson Boatbuilders, cut quite a dash in the Bay of Islands on her summer cruise. Like many Upfold owners, Rod and G*e of Zaphira are repeat customers for obvious reasons – and not so obvious.

Read more on Zaphira featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the review👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/zaphira-18m-elite/

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THE HISTORY OF KIWI TRAILER BOATS BY THE DECADES PART THREE: The 1970’s | FEATURE 🚤In part 3 of our Kiwi Trailer Boats B...
11/04/2024

THE HISTORY OF KIWI TRAILER BOATS BY THE DECADES PART THREE: The 1970’s | FEATURE 🚤

In part 3 of our Kiwi Trailer Boats By the Decades series, we explore New Zealand trailer boats from the 1970s.

Read more on the History of Kiwi Trailer Boats - Part 3 featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the article👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/the-history-of-kiwi-trailer-boats-by-the-decades-part-three-the-1970s/

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STEALTH FISHING WITH ELECTRIC TROLLING MOTORS | FEATURE 🎣The benefits of using electric trolling motors and electric eng...
31/03/2024

STEALTH FISHING WITH ELECTRIC TROLLING MOTORS | FEATURE 🎣

The benefits of using electric trolling motors and electric engines for anglers, with their reduced noise on the water, avoiding spooking fish, is priceless. Writer Mat Hewetson now considers them a must have for any boat angler.

Read more on fishing with electric trolling motors featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the article👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/stealth-fishing-with-electric-trolling-motors/

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SEA RAY SDX 250 OB | BOAT REVIEW 🚤Sea Ray Boats | Sports Marine The Sea Ray SDX 250 OB is a day boat with a larger head ...
21/03/2024

SEA RAY SDX 250 OB | BOAT REVIEW 🚤

Sea Ray Boats | Sports Marine

The Sea Ray SDX 250 OB is a day boat with a larger head compartment than is normally found on this size boat. She has substantial power and performance, especially with the 300-hp option. This vessel should satisfy buyers who enjoy driving a comfortable boat and want to spend their days on the water socialising, enjoying towed water sports or simply swimming off the boat. Big enough for 14 people, making it the right size for family fun and entertaining.

Read more on the Sea Ray SDX 250 OB featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the review👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/sea-ray-sdx-250-ob/

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ANTIFOULING - REGULATIONS & TIPS | FEATURE ⚓️As winter approaches, while most boat owners aren’t using their boats as mu...
17/03/2024

ANTIFOULING - REGULATIONS & TIPS | FEATURE ⚓️

As winter approaches, while most boat owners aren’t using their boats as much as in the height of the summer, it is the perfect time to get to grips with maintenance – and maintenance doesn't come more important than keeping your bottom clean. Carla Dukeson takes a good look at Antifouling options and new regulations.

Read more on Regulations & Tips on Antifouling featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the feature👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/antifouling-regulations-tips/

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2024 Horizon Open HouseHorizon Yacht Australia and New Zealand | 嘉鴻遊艇集團 - Horizon Pacific PowerBoat Magazine has just re...
10/03/2024

2024 Horizon Open House

Horizon Yacht Australia and New Zealand | 嘉鴻遊艇集團 - Horizon

Pacific PowerBoat Magazine has just returned from a journey to Taiwan to experience the 2024 Horizon Open House – a three-day biennial event where Horizon owners, clients, partners, international media, and family and friends from around the world, gather in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. To observe Horizon’s latest accomplishments and gain insight into the brand’s strengths and capabilities as a luxury yacht builder, along with where they are heading moving forward, including the announcement of a collaboration with Lexus to manufacture the new Lexus LY680.
We enjoyed personal tours and sneak previews of the latest yacht model debuts and models in production, including a Horizon FD80 with a game fishing modification, due for New Zealand later this year.

Read the full story in the upcoming May/June issue of Pacific PowerBoat magazine.

MARITIMO M75 | BOAT REVIEW 🛥️Maritimo | Motor Yacht Service Centre The collaboration between a major Australian luxury b...
07/03/2024

MARITIMO M75 | BOAT REVIEW 🛥️

Maritimo | Motor Yacht Service Centre

The collaboration between a major Australian luxury boat manufacturer, a long-time Kiwi boatie and a support company for motor yacht owners has resulted in a stunning Maritimo M75 that is virtually as easy to control as a 6-metre runabout!

Read more on the Maritimo M75 featured in our most recent issue, or simply click the link below to directly access the review👇
https://powerboatmagazine.co.nz/maritimo-m75/

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