Meet Sam, Justin and Nick – three locals united by their passion for the water. They all share a common goal: to empower boaters with the knowledge they need to stay safe.
A near miss with a family member at sea shone a light on the challenges faced by search and rescue teams, and they realised that better information could be the difference between a safe return and a frantic search. That's how the idea for the NZ Boat Register was born.
The NZ Boat Register is for anyone who owns a boat, kayak, jetski or even a kontiki.
All you need to do is register your watercraft for free on their website. You will get a unique ID, which makes it easier to prove ownership and keep track of your gear.
For extra piece of mind, you can add an AquaTAG; a small, rugged tag you can stick, bolt, or tie onto your vessel. If your gear ever drifts off, is stolen or found washed up, anyone with a smartphone can scan the tag and contact you directly.
"Whether you're out on the water every weekend or your boat’s sitting wrapped up in the garage over winter, now’s the time to tag it, register it, and make sure it can find its way home."
Sign up at nzboatregister.co.nz.
3 Jul 2025
