Fair Winds and Following Seas
R.I.P. Neil Ernest Clarkson Coleman Life Member and past Commodore of Wakatere Boating ClubMember of Devonport Yacht ClubMember of the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron Passed away peacefully aged 88 on the 7th December 2015. Growing up in Devonport next door to the Woollacott boat building family set Neil up for a long life of sailing adventures. His family have been active Wakatere members for three generations and we send our condolences to them all. Neil...
December 8, 2015King of the Frostbite
Long time Club member Bob Gillies passed away on February 15th, aged 86. Bob sailed his Frostbite well into his 70's and was "the King of the Frostbite in his day". He was also a great supporter of the club - taking an interest in how the young sailors were developing, and taking some under his wing. He enjoyed many of the official and social functions, and loved to have a yarn about his yachting exploits over a beer in the evening with friends. In 2013 Bob's contribution to the club...
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About Wakatere Boating Club
Wakatere has been shaping sailors since 1926. From first‑timers to national champions, everyone starts somewhere. Join us for learn‑to‑sail pathways, coaching, friendly competition and great days on the water.
Location: Wakatere Boating Club, Old Lake Rd, Narrow Neck Beach, Devonport, Auckland.
Postal Address: Wakatere Boating Club, Box 32-288 Devonport, Auckland 0744
