Opua Cruising Club

16/06/2026

Bar opens: 4:30pm
Kitchen opens: 5:30pm

15/06/2026

Congratulations to all the competitors. We look forward to welcoming you back again for the next one!

15/06/2026

WEEKLY EVENTS - 15th JUNE

Monday 15th - Club closed
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Tuesday 16th - Club closed
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Wednesday 17th - Club Open from 4.30pm - Darts 7.30pm
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Thursday 18th - Club Open from 4.30pm - Quiz 7.30pm
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Friday 19th - 11am-3pm Training Course in Clubroom
Happy Hour 5pm to 6pm
Members Draw between 6 and 6.30pm
Thanks to our generous sponsors Coastal Marine and Civil
Friday Night Meat Raffle – Drawn On The Night
Rugby – TBC - kick off 7.05pm
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Saturday 20th - Club Open from 4.30pm
Rugby – TBC - kick off 7.05pm
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Sunday 21st - Club Open from 4.30pm
The Galley serving Sunday Roast from 5.30pm
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A warm welcome is extended to everyone - come and enjoy a great meal and drinks by the warm fire.

14/06/2026

A huge thank you to the incredible Race Management Team behind the 2026 Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge!

This dedicated group of volunteers worked tirelessly for many months to plan, organise, and deliver an event that not only challenged some of the world's most determined solo sailors but also showcased the spirit, capability, and hospitality of the Opua community.

Race Management Team
Julie Kidman – Race Director
Celia Carson – Race Officer
David McIntyre – Protest Chair
Ian Templeman – Safety Officer
Malcolm Dickson – General Committee
Bill Kidman – General Committee
Lesley Lucas – General Committee
Sally Tait – General Committee
John Ross – General Committee
Terry Dunn - General Committee and OCC Commodore
Nigel Richards – Yachting New Zealand Representative
Dr Jen & Dr Dave – Race Doctors

A special mention to Terry Dunn, whose commitment to the event went far beyond his committee role. As Commodore of Opua Cruising Club, Terry jumped in boots and all to support the success of the Challenge, contributing wherever needed and even entering the race himself to help ensure a viable fleet and make the event possible.

From the first planning meetings through to the final prizegiving, this team invested countless hours to create a safe, professional, and memorable event. Their efforts helped put Opua Cruising Club on the international sailing map, brought our community together, and enabled competitors to write their own remarkable stories of courage, resilience, and adventure across the Tasman Sea.

To each and every one of you—thank you. The success of this event is a testament to your commitment, passion, and hard work.

Yachting New Zealand

14/06/2026

14/06/2026

Office is open normal hours.

13/06/2026

Bar opens 4:30pm
Kitchen opens 5:30pm
Sunday 14th June

12/06/2026

If you attended any of our events or travelled to Opua to attend any part of the Solo Trans Tasman Yacht Challenge could you please complete the participant survey?
Your survey response will:
* Help us improve future events
* Demonstrate the value of the event to funding partners
* Support future funding applications

Scan the QR Code, the survey takes about five minutes.
Every response makes a difference. Thank you for your support.

12/06/2026

The 2026 Solo Trans-Tasman Yacht Challenge Prizegiving will be held tomorrow, Sunday at 1.00pm NZST at the Southport Yacht Club. This will be a chance for us to celebrate all the fabulous sailors and the people behind the event. We're expecting plenty of stories, well-earned trophies, and more than a few laughs as we look back on an unforgettable race.

We'll be live-streaming parts of the celebrations, and a full list of results will be published on our website and page following the prizegiving.

Thank you to Kirsten from Boating New Zealand for this fantastic photograph, of sailors and committee taken at the briefing before the start—a moment filled with anticipation, excitement, and perhaps just a few nerves before the fleet set off across the Tasman.

Pictured:
Front Row: Malcolm, Glen, Geoff, Sharon, Peter E, Guy
Back Row: Ian, Terry, Peter N, Graeme, Sally, Doug, David, Peter B, James, Celia, Bill, Julie, Kevin, Ben.

Congratulations to every competitor who took on this remarkable challenge. We look forward to celebrating with you all tomorrow!

Opua Cruising Club
Southport Yacht Club
Bay of Islands Marina - Opua
Tauranga Yacht and Power Boat Club - TYPBC
New Plymouth Yacht Club
Tinaroo Sailing Club
Richmond River Sailing and Rowing Club
Sailing in Port Stephens
Sandspit Yacht Club
Kerikeri Cruising Club
Bay of Islands Yacht Club