Fremantle, 1986

I know I’m showing my age, but I was lucky enough to be in Fremantle... Read more

SEMCO Teak Products

We’re proud to have represented SEMCO Teak Products for many years, supplying customers throughout New... Read more

Built for New Zealand Cruising

Brand Best For Selene Long-range capability, comfort and value Nordhavn Serious offshore and expedition cruising... Read more

European vs Australasian Motor Yachts: What Actually Works Best in New Zealand Waters?

Assuming you mean boats around 45–52 ft, which is the sweet spot for Auckland and... Read more

Christophe Auguin shoes

I first discovered Christophe Auguin shoes at European boat shows about 20 years ago, and... Read more

How England acquired the flag of St George and the Genoa connection

I’ve been going to Genoa for years and have developed a real affection for the... Read more

Selene Built for New Zealand. Ready for the Pacific.

New Zealand demands more from a cruising boat. Long stretches of coastline, changeable conditions, remote... Read more

From the Helm: Docking Drama Ends for Good

The Absolute Yachts have this available option. Furthermore, our stock Absolute 48 Coupe has it;... Read more

Thinking about buying a boat in Europe?

We’ve been doing this for years. We’ve sold both new and second-hand boats to clients... Read more

In Praise of Going Slow

Why this seasoned captain favours full-displacement boats over fast trawlers. “Fast trawler” is an oxymoron,... Read more

Movember – Gro a Mo

Movember means something personal to me. I’ve been through a cancer scare but was fortunate... Read more

Beautiful day here at Westhaven today.

I’ve got the Absolute 48 Coupé open, and I took a walk down the marina... Read more