Truly representing what it means to “sail for life” is a pair who have collectively given over one hundred years of selfless service to yachting in New Zealand.

Named as 2016 Volvo Excellence Service award recipients, Jim and Margaret Park have dedicated much of their lives to both their home club of Christchurch Yacht Club as well as numerous provincial, national, and international events, boards, and associations.

A transformation of Northcote Birkenhead Yacht Club’s building is thanks to the vision and dedication of two community-minded men.

Graham Thow and Des Rouse are dual recipients of a Yachting New Zealand Service award for 2016 and have been instrumental in a massive turn-around phase for the Auckland club.

A tremendous amount of expertise shown in race management areas is reflected in Royal Akarana Yacht Club vice commodore Sally Garrett’s nomination for a 2016 Yachting New Zealand service award.

Strong winds and squally showers in typical Spring fashion greeted the 58 sailors competing in the Yachting New Zealand Youth Trials at Gulf Harbour Yacht Club from 4th-8th October. The event saw sailors battling it out for the top spot in the 29er, Laesr Radial, 420, and RS:X85 classes.  

Registrations of interest are now open for a new marina in Lyttelton Harbour. Development of the marina by Lyttleton Port of Christchurch (LPC) will be located at the inner harbour pile moorings site in Lyttelton Harbour with plans to create an engaging and vibrant waterfront. 

For Auckland boaties heading to Northland, the Coromandel or the Bay of Plenty this summer, there are regional council rules in place to prevent the spread of marine pests, and separate requirements on the part of marinas. In light of this an information evening will be held at the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron on November 7 for all club members and harbour uses. 

A host of Yachting New Zealand sailors have been named among the finalists for the 2016 annual Massey University Harbour Sport Excellence Awards. The awards recognize exceptional performances and contribution to sport in the North Harbour region and will be celebrated on 25 November. 

A story of true selflessness surrounds the nomination for Mike Underwood of Waikawa Boating Clubs’ Yachting New Zealand Service award.

Despite not being a sailor himself, the 2016 recipient has shown dedication over the last seven years within the race management realm at WBC along with various other facets of sailing in the community.

Bob Davies is passionate about developing sailors from all backgrounds and ages within the Wanganui region.  

Named as another Yachting New Zealand Service award winner for 2016, the Wanganui Yacht Club life member, treasurer and junior sailing coordinator is tireless in his efforts to support and promote activities at the club and in his community.   

Known as a bright and bubbly personality in Canterbury, Viki Moore from Naval Point Yacht Club is a woman of many talents.