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Planned Maintenance Works to Support Marina Longevity

The Orakei Trust has been working closely with the marina team on upcoming maintenance projects designed to ensure the long-term stability, safety, an...

Currently Pursuing the Clean Marina Accreditation

The Orakei Marina team had another meeting with NZMOA Clean Marinas and is actively working toward achieving accreditation, which we hope to have conf...

Orakei Marina Joins Pest Free Partner Programme

As part of our ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility, Orakei Marina has partnered with Auckland Council’s Biosecurity team through the ...

Ongoing Bird Deterrent Trial

Managing bird activity remains an ongoing challenge for marinas worldwide, and Orakei Marina is no exception. While there is no single, foolproof solu...

INUGO Parking System at Orakei Marina

The INUGO parking system is currently being used at Orakei Marina, providing a simple, app-based alternative to the old Pay and Display machines, whic...

Staying Prepared – New Oil Curtain Boom for Orakei Marina

While oil spills are uncommon, being prepared is essential, especially with our on-site fuel dock at Orakei Marina. To further strengthen our environm...

Recent Soundings in the Marina

Depth soundings looking good

Preventing Oil and Fuel Spills

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Anti-Foul Regulations

Banned substances in Anti-Fouling paint

Rapid Boom Demo

Rapid deployment boom for oil spill containment

Plugging into power

Keep your boat’s electrics in order to keep everyone safe

Invasive Seaweeds found at Great Barrier

Check for Caulerpa to avoid spreading

Orakei Marina support Rotary’s “Have a Go” Sailing Programme

Orakei Marina are proud supporters of the "Have a Go" sailing programme, encouraging school kids to get out on the water.  It's been great to get these weekly wrap-ups from Rotary throughout the sailing season.

Tamaki Drive Close closed – Friday to Sunday

As part of the Tāmaki Drive cycle path project, Tāmaki Drive – between The Strand and Ngapipi Road – will be closed to all vehicle traffic from 10pm Friday 14 August until the evening of Sunday 16 August.

Solar Panels Installed on Office Roof!

Orakei Marina are pleased to be encouraging the use of renewable energy, reducing our carbon footprint. For the first 5 or 6 years the power savings ...

Upcoming and Recent Marina Developments

It’s been a busy start to 2019 with some positive initiatives and motivations for the Marina!

A New Arrival In Orakei Marina

Last week we welcomed a Princess 40 into Orakei Marina, one of the biggest yachts we've accommodated to date!

Orakei Marina says good-bye to Ben

We wish him luck on his next adventure!

A Visit From The Samoa Voyaging Society

Gaualofa stayed with us for several months whilst visiting Wellington for the Waka Odyssey Festival.

Are you making the most of this warm sea temp?

Not only are we experiencing some of the most incredible Spring weather that is accompanying us into Summer, but the sea temp is up too which means the fishing is amazing right now. I'm not sure which came first, the warm weather or the warm sea temp, but I do know the fish are out there begging for a hook!

39.5m Sport Fisher Arrives at her new home in Orakei Marina

The 39.5m, All Carbon Fibre build from Yachting Developments of Auckland, New Zealand has just arrived at Orakei Marina. We are very excited to have her here finally after so much anticipation over the course of her build and she really does up the Anti of all the boats in our marina now!
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