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The Government plans to replace the Resource Management Act this year.  NZMOA has lodged a submission on the replacement bills.  The main aim is to raise the profile of the sector.  We have supported provisions that make the system more enabling and streamlined, and seek changes where needed to improve clarity or reduce risk to the sector. More work will be in the next phase, when outcomes focused national direction is prepared under the new regime.  Members can view a copy o

Nelson’s planned marina expansion has been provided a $12.89 million Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) loan, which will help deliver infrastructure upgrades to drive economic growth and generate local jobs. The upgrade will provide Nelson Marina with the ability to lift heavier boats out of the water for servicing by installing a 110-tonne vessel hoist. It will also expand the marina’s hardstand capacity for marine maintenance from 14 to 54 bays. A purpose-built marine servi

With New Zealand’s marine industry reportedly showing clear signs of recovery, the show has expanded its footprint to welcome new exhibitors including NZMOA members.  Amongst them are Norsand Boatyard, Port Whangarei Marine Centre, Whangarei Marina, Bay of Islands Marina, Westhaven Marina and Marsden Cove Marina as well as associate member, 'Clean Below? Good to Go' with the marine biosecurity message.   Market data shows a turnaround in the final quarter of 2025, driven by n

On-Demand Berthing Capacity for New Zealand Marinas Every marina manager in New Zealand knows the feeling. Summer arrives, cruising traffic builds, and the phone does not stop ringing. Visitor enquiries increase, events are locked into the calendar, and suddenly a well-run marina is operating at full stretch. Berths fill quickly. Late arrivals need space. Turning boats away becomes a regular conversation, and never a comfortable one. It affects revenue, reputation, and the ex

Nelson Marina has developed and launched a new online hub that utilises AI to bring information together about virtually everything happening within the marina - including: 16 marina categories from maintenance services to rental cars, training, and more A searchable market place and events calendar A community forum where businesses can share info with their followers A directory A project marketplace for boat jobs Launched in early November, it already has more than 800 m

Qualifying marinas have now r eceived an invitation to participate in the 2025 Health of the Marina Industry Survey for New Zealand . The survey is confidential and will again be conducted by Drs Ed Mahoney and Steve Miller at Michigan State University.   This survey will quantify the value of the marina sector to the New Zealand economy , its contributions to employment , and the social benefits generated.  Data such as this is critical to the marine associations that advoca

GOfuel and Tauranga Bridge Marina are proud to unveil the newly upgraded marine fuel facility — designed to make refuelling faster,...

Thank you to everyone that made the NZ Marina and Boatyard Conference such a great success! Highlights: 120+ delegates from New Zealand,...

NZMOA was delighted to welcome two more marinas into the Clean Marina program as fully certified Level 3 Clean Marinas at the New Zealand...

NZMOA's Directory for 2025-26 is now available: Information and highlights about NZMOA's services and events Marina and Boatyard Directory Directory of Associate Members who are valued suppliers to the industry Printed copies are also available, while stocks last, for members. If you'd like a copy please email your postal address to comms@nzmoa.com

In Warkworth, just north of Auckland,  Dixon Stainless is forging ahead, even amid economic headwinds.   Founded on legacy products like...

NZMOA is delighted to welcome world-class entrepreneurs, industry experts, and epic entertainment to the New Zealand Marina and Boatyard...

A NZMOA partner story Following a successful 2024, Butchart Marine Services recently delivered a 40t Roodberg hydraulic slipway trailer...

Make the most of your winter 'downtime' by taking part in short webinars on compliance as an electricity reseller and the Clean Marina...

A NZMOA gold partner feature As the winter months approach, activity in your marina may decrease as many boats remain docked. However,...

A NZMOA Partner Promotion Marine Structures, Australia’s leading provider of marine infrastructure solutions, is proud to announce its...

Photo / Peter Rees Photography - Supplied by Waiheke Marina With thanks to the support of our Marketing Partners, we are delighted to...

NZMOA extends a warm congratulations to five graduates from the industry recognised at the MAST graduation event in Auckland this March,...

701 owners of moored boats completed the Cawthron Institute’s survey ‘Recreational boater views on hull cleanliness’ in 2023-24, which...