Shelly Park Cruising Club

03/09/2026

The Maritime Transport (Lifejackets on Recreational Craft) Amendment Bill has passed its Third Reading in Parliament.

The Bill has not received the Royal Assent and is not law yet. The current rules remain in place until the new law takes effect. More information about timing will be provided once it is confirmed.

When the bill is enacted, everyone on board recreational craft 6 metres and under will have to wear lifejackets whenever those craft are underway.

This amendment requires people in vessels 6 metres or less to wear lifejackets when underway

30/08/2026

Welcome to the September 2026 SPCC Masthead newsletter. Lots to share here including our recent light-fingered visitor, the finalised hardstand and grid rules and a fantastic book review for "Nathaniel's Nutmeg".

https://mailchi.mp/820bea230bbb/shelly-park-cruising-club-masthead-newsletter-12898535?e=dad9fa82ee

25/08/2026

Shelly Park Cruising Club has been targeted by a thief at 0547hrs on Monday 17th August 2026.

Medium height or slightly above, dark hair, dark eyes and slim build age 20-30 wearing a Grey / Light hoody.

If anyone recognises this criminal, please get in touch. We would love to have a chat about his light-fingered habits

23/08/2026

Beware. A thief / thieves are active in the creek and on shore. A number of vessels have been broken into on moorings, on the hardstand and lately our storage shed. Police are investigating as is the Harbourmaster. SPCC have upgraded security also. If you see something, say something. Call 111 immediately

12/08/2026

Thank you to all members who came out for our 2026 AGM last night. A very positive turnout! The AGM minutes will be distributed in the coming days. Last night was also a celebration of the award of Life Membership to two of our clubs stalwarts, Alistair Rowe and Don Brazier.

Shelly Park Cruising Club is honoured to award Alistair Rowe Life Membership. In recognition of his outstanding and enduring contribution to the life and wellbeing of Shelly Park Cruising Club, and particularly his many years of dedicated service as Treasurer. For his careful stewardship, sound judgement and good humour; for his diligence in safeguarding the Club’s financial strength and long-term interests; and for his lasting achievement in negotiating and securing the Club’s long-term lease.

Shelly Park Cruising Club is honoured to award Don Brazier Life Membership. In recognition of his outstanding and enduring contribution to Shelly Park Cruising Club, we proudly honour Don with Life Membership. A day doesn’t go by without Don contributing to the club in some way. A long-standing member, valued Committee contributor, and trusted source of quiet, thoughtful advice, Don has generously served the Club through his work on Health and Safety, support for new members, and many years of friendship, care, and practical assistance to the Shelly Park Cruising Club community.

Congratulations to Alistair and Don.

06/08/2026

📍Umupuia Beach is closed to the take of cockles from Te Puea at the western end of the beach to Whakakaiwhara Point at the eastern end of the beach.
📍Te Mātā and Waipatukahu is closed to the take of cockles, mussels, oysters, and p**i, from Ōtaki Creek to Diehard Stream (also known as Onepoto Steam), and offshore one nautical mile.
📍Waiheke Island is closed to the take of mussels, pāua, and packhorse rock lobster. The temporary closure includes all that area of New Zealand fisheries waters within 1 nautical mile of Waiheke Island but excludes Te Matuku Marine Reserve.

30/07/2026

Welcome to August's SPCC Masthead newsletter. A lot in here including AGM details, mid-winter dinner, new lifejacket regulations on the way and another amazing voyage story from one of our members.

https://mailchi.mp/c977db15987f/shelly-park-cruising-club-masthead-newsletter-12898268?e=dad9fa82ee

27/07/2026

Why do so many cruise north in our winter...... pretty good reason right here!

Minerva today - thanks Cyrille for the stunning pic!