June 2026

Boating NZ: Why This Beneteau First 44 Is a Rare Buying Opportunity

24 June 2026 | 36 Degrees News
Boating NZ: Why This Beneteau First 44 Is a Rare Buying Opportunity

This brand new Beneteau First 44[http://www.36degrees.nz/yacht-boat-sales-auckland-new-zealand/boat/beneteau-first-44] is a great buying opportunity Written by: Chris Woodhams[https://www.boatingnz.co.nz/author/cwoodhams/]23 June 2026 *A small disclaimer before I start*: I live aboard my own boat, which also happens to be a French production yacht. The Beneteau and the Jeanneau that I live on... Continue Reading

Hidden Costs of Boat Ownership | What Buyers Often Miss

19 June 2026 | 36 Degrees News
Hidden Costs of Boat Ownership | What Buyers Often Miss

Nobody talks about the hidden costs of buying & owning a boat and so we're here to do just that. At 36° Brokers[/about/discover-36-degrees-brokers/], we believe buying a boat[/yacht-boat-sales-auckland-new-zealand/] should come with honest advice, not just a sales pitch. That means talking about the exciting parts of boat ownership, but also the... Continue Reading

Events in the Pacific | Highlights of the 2026 Cruising Season

15 June 2026 | 36 Degrees News
Events in the Pacific | Highlights of the 2026 Cruising Season

*One of the great joys of cruising the South Pacific is discovering that there is always something happening just over the horizon.* From informal waterfront gatherings and lagoon races to cultural celebrations and major cruising regattas, the season from July through November offers countless opportunities to meet fellow cruisers, experience local culture,... Continue Reading

Beneteau First 36 | Solo Tasman Finish After Challenging Crossing

10 June 2026 | 36 Degrees News
Beneteau First 36 | Solo Tasman Finish After Challenging Crossing

Beneteau First 36 Completes Solo Tasman Challenge *After more than nine days alone at sea, Terry Dunn crossed the finish line at Southport in the early hours of Tuesday morning aboard Nautilass, a Beneteau First 36, completing the 2026 Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge.* *Crossing the line in darkness at 4:47am NZST, Dunn completed... Continue Reading