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What To Do When A Private Boat Sale Goes Wrong
If a private boat sale goes wrong, your legal position is different to buying from a dealer: the New Zealand Consumer Law's consumer guarantees generally don't apply to private sales between individuals, so you're largely relying on common law rules around misrepresentation and whatever was actually ...
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Can You Claim A Boat As A Tax Deduction? GST, Depreciation And The ATO Rules
For most recreational owners, no, you generally cannot claim a boat as a tax deduction, because the New Zealand Taxation Office treats boats as a lifestyle asset rather than a necessity. A deduction generally only becomes available if the boat is genuinely used to earn assessable income, such as ...
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Winterising And Off-Season Boat Lay-Up: A Complete Checklist
Preparing a boat for an off-season lay-up means stabilising the fuel, changing the oil, flushing the engine and cooling system, draining or protecting the water systems, properly maintaining the battery, and protecting the hull and interior from the weather, so the boat starts reliably and stays in ...
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Inflatable Boat Fenders - An Essential Item For Every Boat
Whether you’re docking at a busy marina, rafting up with mates for a weekend adventure, or protecting your vessel at public docks, inflatable boat fenders are one of the most important – yet often overlooked – pieces of gear on board. For New Zealand boating conditions, where ...
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Houseboat Holidays Vs Houseboat Ownership: Which Is Right For You?
Whether you’re dreaming of a slow week drifting down the Murray or a lifetime on the water, New Zealand’s houseboat scene offers a path for every type of enthusiast. But knowing whether to hire or buy is a decision that deserves serious thought.
Houseboats occupy a unique corner of ...
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Selling A Boat On The Gold Coast: A Local Guide To Getting The Best Price
The Gold Coast is the busiest boating market in Queensland. One one hand, that works in yourfavour as a seller; however, with the Broadwater, the canal estates of Sanctuary Cove, Hope Island and Paradise Point, and easy access to the Coral Sea through the Gold Coast Seaway, buyers here are spoiled ...
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How Buying Through A Boat Dealer Protects You
Whether you're shopping for a tinny, a fishing boat, a pontoon, or a luxury cruiser, the difference between buying privately and buying through a licensed dealer could save you thousands of dollars, serious legal headaches, and a lot of heartbreak. Here's what New Zealand boat buyers need to know ...
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Everything You Need To Know Before Buying A Tinny
Whether you're chasing bream in a tidal creek, trolling for barra on a remote river system, or teaching your kids to fish off a calm estuary, a tinny delivers go-anywhere versatility at a price point that's hard to beat. But with hundreds of models, dozens of brands, and a wide range of sizes and ...
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Electric Outboards Reach A Tipping Point For New Zealand Small-craft Use
The 3hp-equivalent class has matured to the point where electric is a practical default for tenders, tinnies, and inflatables, with caveats worth understanding before you commit.
Small electric outboards have been promising a lot for several years. In 2026, the best of them are finally delivering, ...
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Jet Skis & Personal Watercraft In New Zealand: The Complete Buyer's Guide
Personal watercraft are the most accessible entry point into recreational boating. This guide covers every major decision a buyer faces: which type of PWC suits your needs, how Sea-Doo, Yamaha WaveRunner, and Kawasaki compare, what a fair price looks like new and used, what to inspect before you ...
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