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Notice of AGM – Monday 20 June
The AGM of Bay of Islands Sailing Week Inc. will be held on Monday 20 June, 5.30pm at Opua Cruising Club. We extend a warm welcome to all our Society members, volunteers and supporters, and encourage anyone with an interest in Bay of Islands Sailing Week to come along...
BOISW 20th Anniversary is on – but we need your help!
Book your leave, sweet-talk your boss, do whatever you need to do to make sure you're at the 20th Anniversary Edition of Bay of Islands Sailing Week from 24 to 27 January, 2023! Following last year's Covid cancellation, BOISW is back for our (belated) 20th anniversary...
Bay of Islands Sailing Week seeks new sponsors and volunteers
With planning underway for the 20th anniversary edition of Bay of Islands Sailing Week from 24-27 January 2023, the organising committee are putting the call out for new sponsors and volunteers to help support one of NZ’s best-loved sailing events.
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Get to know our Sponsors
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Bay Week refocusing on roots for 2021
The 19th annual Bay of Islands Sailing Week in January 2021 will be refocusing on the needs of its core ‘big boat’ fleets, say the event’s organisers as they begin the task of planning for the next four-day regatta.
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Registrations Now Open for Bay of Islands Sailing Week 2026!
The moment you’ve all been waiting for has arrived. REGISTER HEREBay of Islands Sailing Week is officially open for registrations, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome sailors back for one of New Zealands biggest and most iconic regatta...
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Secure Your Berth Before It’s Too Late, Bay of Islands Marina Filling Fast!
Bay of Islands Sailing Week is just around the corner, and marina berths are being snapped up fast. We have a number of spaces on hold at Bay of Islands Marina, but we can’t keep them reserved forever, so now is the perfect time to lock in your be...
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The Notice of Race for Bay of Islands Sailing Week 2026 is now live!
We’re gearing up for another epic week on the water, in one of the most beautiful locations in the world. This year’s event will once again bring together sailors from across New Zealand and beyond, from seasoned racers to long-time Bay Week regul...
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New $800 Sponsorship Opportunity at Bay of Islands Sailing Week
Bay of Islands Sailing Week is excited to announce a new $800 sponsorship option – designed especially for local businesses, boat owners, and anyone with a great boss who wants to get involved in New Zealand’s biggest regatta. This sponsorship is ...
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Bay of Islands Sailing Week 2026 – Four Days of World-Class Racing
Bay of Islands Sailing Week 2026 will welcome an updated format, this January with four days of racing on the water, preceded by a dedicated registration day on Monday. The racing begins Tuesday with a united start, as all fleets line up...
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A message from our Chair, Ian Clouston
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2025 Annual General Meeting Notice
The AGM of Bay of Islands Sailing Week Inc. will be held on Monday, 9th June, at 6.00 pm at Opua Cruising Club. With our AGM coming up soon, we’re looking for enthusiastic people to get involved — whether that means becoming a member of the Bay of...
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Triumphs and Memories at 2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week
The 2025 Bay of Islands Sailing Week delivered another unforgettable event, with participants echoing a common sentiment: “Why wouldn’t you come back? Just look around!” Three days of racing wrapped up on Friday, 24 January with Northl...
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Shared vision: Northland Inc. Sponsorship drives growth and participation of BOISW
As sailors take to the water for the first day of racing at It’s a picture-perfect day for the final race of Bay of Islands Sailing Week, much like the stunning images on Northland Inc.’s website, which highlight the region as a top-tier destinati...
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Fog fades, exciting sailing emerges: Recapping BOISW Race Day Two
After a foggy morning, the second day’s racing at Bay of Island Sailing Week turned into thrilling racing as clear skies and a steady sea breeze made for ideal sailing conditions with close tussles playing out across all divisions. The Sports Boat...
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