NZPBA News Page October - November 2011
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24/11/2011 - Congratulations

Best Wishes go out for the Marriage of racers Andrew Justin Railton to Melissa Sarah Skelton. The Couple tied the knot on November 5th.
We certainly all wish them all the best for their future together.


The Wedding festivities took place in the Southland Power Boat Clubrooms.

The Crosbie Shield held two weeks ago was won by Shane Harvey in "Eagle Rock"

NZ Powerboat Medical Form	2011/2012 NZPBA Dunk Certification	NZPBA Boat Registration for 2011 - 2012	Licence & Rego Cover Page 2011-2012
	UIM Therapeutic Use Exemption Form	UIM Acknowledgment and Agreement Form

Sunday 20th

Today's Racing got underway on time in pretty good conditions. Some Handicap racing to begin with and then it was on to the Scratch racing. Results were not an important part of the Event as it was about getting time on the water and learning how everyone's Boats handled.

Despite a few breakdowns All the Boats and Drivers are looking forward to the Mangakino Regatta. Everyone pitched in help get the boats going and plenty of helpful Advice to Boot.

The Weekend was very successful and it was good to be at the Wairarapa Clubrooms Venue, something that may be repeated Again at some stage.

More images in the Gallery Link

Saturday 19th

Aaron Diggelmann from the Lakeland Club in "Little Mischief"

14 Boats took part in today's Testing and Training day. Two Hydro's "Mr Dollar" and "The Phantom" were here as well but the wind made things pretty rough during the Day. We did manage to squeeze in a few Handicap Races towards the Late Afternoon and all those whom took part had a great time and learnt Plenty of tips and tricks.

There are also a few more people whom are keen to take part and are on the Lookout for some Boats. Tomorrow hopefully sees the wind stay away for some more Teaching and experimenting.

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14/11/2011 - NZ Classic Powerboat Federation

The NZ Classic Powerboat Federation is having a Club Day at Mangakino, on the weekend of 26/27 November between 9am and 5pm each day (yes election weekend) and you are invited to come along if you want to get your boats on some water before the race season starts. We arrange for local ambulance and at least one safety boat on water, with luck will have some buoys out there. Its a No frills kinda thing, no racing just time on water. Cost is $20 for non members and $10 for club members. There are the usual options for accommodation. Most of you will know what's available other than camping. We do have a Boat checklist for you to fill out. If interested let me know so I have some idea of numbers and maybe get a schedule drawn up.

Contact: Julie Gill Mobile: 0274 854 788 Ph: 07 882 8733 Email: classicboats@slingshot.co.nz

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10/11/2011 - Lakeland Club Entry Form

Lakeland Power Boat Club Regatta January 1st & 2nd 2011 Lake Maraetai, Mangakino. Featured Events: Saturday - , North Island U/U, North Island Series 3000. Sunday - Des Geddes Memorial, V8 Challenge. 2012 Lakeland Regatta Entry Form Contact: Noeline Steiner PH (07) 886 8968 Fax (07) 886 9968 Mobile 0276 869 644 Email: noeline.s@xtra.co.nz More Information

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10/11/2011 - Lake Dunstan Video Links

Video Links from some of the Boats at the recent Lake Dunstan Club Weekend. No Other Information has been sent in.

Formula One Boats 2011 Cromwell 2011

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2/11/2011 - "HAVE A GO" AT WATER SPORTS ON PORIRUA HARBOUR

Have a go at kayaking, jet skiing, canoeing, sailing, waka ama, power boating and more on Porirua Harbour next weekend when the Porirua Multi-Water Sport Family Day takes place - and it's all free! Council's Sport, Leisure and Recreation Portfolio leaders Councilors Denys Latham and Litea Ah Hoi say the day is an opportunity for locals and others from the Wellington region to try their hand at new water sports. "The day will help promote the many different water sports we enjoy here in Porirua and hopefully get more people active and fit in an enjoyable way," says Cllr Latham. He says many water sports clubs use Porirua Harbour and surrounding coastline for their recreation and water sports events.

These include boating, canoeing, jet skiing, kayaking, surf life saving, power boating, rowing, sea scouts, sailing, stand-up paddling, surfing, waka ama, water skiing and yachting. Cllr Ah Hoi says most of the water sport clubs will be present on the day. "There are about 12 clubs or organizations participating and the Council is keen to encourage residents to be more active as individuals and as families by making use of the recreational facilities we have in the city.

Getting people to be more active in their lives provides the opportunity to focus more on 'quality family time' and help alleviate the social and health issues that currently has an impact in Porirua." Each club will be given 30 minutes to highlight their sports and provide the public with the opportunity to 'have a go'. The Porirua Multi-Water Sport Family Day will take place from 9am-2pm on Saturday 12 November on Porirua Harbour. The event will be based at the Onepoto Park side of the Porirua Harbour in Titahi Bay.

The Wellington Power Boat Club will be showcasing there upcoming Regatta and helping to Promote the New Zealand Power Boat Association with a display. Events like this are a good way to promote the Sport and Organization and Clubs should take the opportunity to put themselves in the Public eye as often as possible.
This weekend sees the Tauranga Boat Show and two weeks time sees the Big Boys Toys Show in Auckland.

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2/11/2011 - Newspaper Article

The UIM have just granted Fastwater Promotions the rights to the new UIM 6 Litre Displacement Series. The 6lt class ran as support to the big boats last year but now have a World Title to compete for as well. Hopefully New Zealand will be represented in both Classes next May. John Ryan Raced in the Unlimited Series Last year and took away a wealth of knowledge and Information which he will put into his Boat to improve its speed and handling. No Entries are confirmed as yet but this Series would be good to witness and if a Kiwi Enters I'm sure they would enjoy the Support of us all.

UIM Unlimited and 6.0 Litre Rules

The dates and venues for the next World Series. ROUND 1 Saturday & Sunday 12th & 13th May, 2012 Mildura Ski Club, Murray River, Mildura, Victoria. ROUND 2 Saturday & Sunday 19th & 20th May, 2012 Sydney International Regatta Centre, Penrith , New South Wales.

For More Information Visit the Fastwater Website .

Great day in Wellington with 5 boats and 10 drivers getting together to discuss how things were going and get some time on the water. Everyone got a run and had fun.

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28/10/2011 - Northern Zone Dunk Testing

Northern Zone Dunk Testing Orakei Dive Pool. 234 Orakei Road Remuera All Drivers must use there Race Overalls and Helmet during the testing. Everyone is welcome to participate Please let Calvin Hicks from Marine Paramedical Services know your Intentions and book early. Saturday 26th November From 12.30pm. Cost $30.00 per head. Contact: Calvin Hicks Mobile 027 420 6337 Email: calvin@marinemedics.co.nz

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24/10/2011 - Southland Opening Day

While it was quite a warm day here today the 130kmh winds put paid to any chance of conducting any racing. However about the change of the tide time there was a small window of not so crazy water conditions in which Ryan Birch went out as seen below.
Their is also an FV boat newly arrived here, some may remember it as the late Pat Kelly's "MORTICIAN". His grandson Dan Kelly is going to race it.


Ryan Birch of the Lake Dunstan club out in his Reflex Tennessee. Ryan handled this little craft with skill and confidence. Ryan, welcome to powerboat racing. We are sure that if your driving capacity, presentation and manner are anything to go by you will do well in the once 'up and coming' but 'here now' Clubmans class.

Next Clubday in Southland is the 13th of November Featuring the Crosbie Shield which is an open entry Competition, it has been contested for since 1953, it was presented by the late Arthur Crosbie, a noted Southland Motor Body Builder. It is a Marathon Series over 3 races of 6 Laps on the Long Course.

Thanks to Andrew Railton for the pictures and to Brian for the Information.

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21/10/2011 - New Brighton Power Boat Club Dunk Testing

New Brighton Dunk Testing Graham Condon Memorial Pools, 3 Sissons Drive(off Sawyers Arm Rd),Ph 03 9416888, Papanui. All Drivers must use there Race Overalls and Helmet during the testing. Everyone is welcome to participate Please let the Club know your Intentions. Saturday 29th October From 11.30am till 12.30pm. Cost $10.00 per head , observers free entry Contact: NEW BRIGHTON POWER BOAT CLUB INC P O Box 4321 Christchurch 8140 Delwyn Ryan Ph (03) 385 5868 Mobile 0272 814 659 or 027 2814659 Email: mddmryan@xtra.co.nz

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21/10/2011 - Southland Opening Clubday

The Lake Dunstan Yacht and Power Boat Club will have there Club Weekend on November 5th & 6th in front of the Town and Country Club in the Kawarau arm of Lake Dunstan . A strong field of 6 F1 boats including Luke Sharp from Auckland will be attending. Peter Knight Sr will be there with The Boss as they hope to get some testing done with there new Engine Builder. 3 North Island GP's are expected as well as 2 FV, 2 Grand National, 1 ModH and a field of Clubmans boats which includes one new Lake Dunstan Member.

The Club welcomes anyone who wishes to enter, Please contact Steve Pope of your intention to Attend.

Fred Robinson Memorial Cup. Sponsored by the Robinson Family of Marton Unlimited/Unrestricted Inboard Racing Runabouts. Racing Rules and Format will be similar to the Matt Morrison Memorial Event. The Race has a March 10th - 11th 2012 has a Prize pool of $800 1st $500 2nd $200 3rd $100

Goldmist Hydro Cup. Sponsored by the Joe Robinson of Marton Unlimited/Unrestricted Hydroplanes. Racing Rules and Format will be discussed closer to the event with Club members and Entrants.

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3/10/2011 - Clubmans Testing

The new paint job on the Bayden Sprozen "Mad Dog Maddi" Hull

Clubmans Test and Tune, Wellington Power Boat Club. 11am Sunday 30th October. Contact: Tony Hall 8 Sylvia Way Te Horo Beach Kapiti Beach 5581 Phone (06) 364 3437 Mobile 021 557 400 Email: tony-hall@xtra.co.nz

Central Zone Dunk Testing Raumati Heated Pool, Garden Road, Raumati. All Drivers must use there Race Overalls and Helmet during the testing. 6th November From 2.30pm till 5.30pm. Wellington Power Boat Club Rescue Diver James Donald will be the Diver. $30 covers all costs including Pool Entry. Contact: Tony Hall 8 Sylvia Way Te Horo Beach Kapiti Beach 5581 Phone (06) 364 3437 Mobile 021 557 400 Email: tony-hall@xtra.co.nz

Race Classes
Click on the Images Below to learn more about each Race Class in the NZPBA


Series 3000


Pro Com


Pro Stock


Modified Hydroplane


Grand National Hydroplane


Formula 1


Formula 2


Formula 3


Clubmans


Juniors


Formula V


Mod VP


Grand Prix Hydroplane

NZPBA
Secretary Raewyn Palmer
P.O.Box 30-833
Lower Hutt 5040
Phone (04) 586 0919
Fax (04) 293 7034
Mobile 027 416 5070
Email: raewynpalmer@xtra.co.nz