The Joint Venture Board of the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show (Mystery Creek) have decided to reschedule the planned show of 14th – 16th October 2011 to 2012.

Vehicles can once again get to Mystery Creek Events Centre via SH1. A temporary bailey bridge has been erected and is now open in place of the Narrows Bridge. The provisional bridge is located next to the original Narrows Bridge and since it is only one lane, expect minimal delays. For additional information, please contact the Mystery Creek Events Centre office on 07 843 4497.

Check out the Marine Industry Association's hot tips for buying a boat on their website 'Discover Boating' http://www.discoverboating.co.nz/buying-a-boat/shopping-tips/

The eighth Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show has set sail at Mystery Creek Events Centre today. 2,091 people turned up for the first day of the only marine event in the Waikato, to get their boats and equipment ready for summer.

The Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show is dedicated to bringing the Waikato region the greatest in the marine industry. With the best businesses exhibiting at the event, the show is sure to satisfy boaties and fishing fanatics alike. A boat that should be viewed while at the show is the New Zealand made Skope 600V. The wakeboarding boat was built locally and creates a fantastic wake for boarders of all skill levels. Cambridge Marine also have exceptional boats on display, Stabicraft boats. The stability of the boats is evident at their site with a Stabicraft boat fully submerged in a large pool of water, yet it still afloat.

The well-received Innovation Court is back again for the second year due to its huge success in 2009. Innovation Court displays the latest maritime developments, which are inspiring enthusiasts to transpire the Kiwi innovative attitude into the marine sector. A must see in the Innovation Court is Elite Dive Equipment, displaying the new to New Zealand Amphibian Classic Scuba Flipfins. The fins allow the wearer to walk with ease by flipping the fin upwards so it’s flush with the shin. There are many new advancements of the marine sector which can be found in the Innovation Court and throughout the event.

The best sites of the 2010 Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show were announced this evening at the exhibitor function. The best overall site went to Fish City due to their wide range of fishing and leisure products displayed in a fresh and clean fashion. Winning sites of the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show are:
Pacific Ocean Pavilion site, Ocean Sports Marine
Tasman Sea Pavilion site, Hooker, Fishing & Tackle Ltd.
Outdoor site, Brinkmann Outdoors
Think Tank site, Environment Waikato Biosecurity Group

Sue Tucker, from Environment Waikato was also recognised for her contribution to the Youth Programme which educates school groups about water safety.

While at the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show visitors have taken advantage of the amazing prizes on offer. Public can go into the draw to win a luxury cruise for two around the stunning Bay of Islands by entering a ticket on the Island Escape Cruises site, PO43. Visitors can also fill out the Mondo Visitor Survey Touch Screen to share their event experience and be in with a chance to win a trip to the sunny shores of Vanuatu, courtesy of Mondo Travel Chartwell and Air Vanuatu.

There are many demonstrations throughout the show, all showcasing different aspects of the industry. From learning tips to landing the big one from fishing expert Adam Clancey to being amazed at the tricks being performed on the lake by the M.I.A Wakeboarding crew, there is plenty to stimulate all nautical interests at the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show.

A huge thanks to the sponsors who help make the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show a success; Radio Hauraki, Radio Sport, Island Escape Cruises Ltd, Mondo Travel Chartwell and SigNZ4U. The Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show is on this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, 10am-5pm, Adults $12, 14 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased online at www.streamticketing.co.nz.

The New Zealand Transport Authority has advised Narrows Bridge on Airport Road, off SH1, is closed until after Labour weekend. From Hamilton we recommend taking the SH3 route to Mystery Creek Road; via Ohaupo Rd, to Mystery Creek Events Centre. From Cambridge we recommend taking the Kaipaki Road route.

For detour directions and maps please visit the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show website, www.waikatoboatshow.co.nz or call the office for more details 07 843 4497.
 

Back in 2004 Australia’s GME revolutionised the marine safety world with the award winning MT400 406 MHz EPIRB. The MT400 concept, evolutionary design and price point set a new standard in beacon design and became the benchmark to which all other manufactures aspired.

Now some six years later GME has once again upped the ante with the introduction of remarkable MT406G, a totally compliant Class 2 EPIRB
with a fully integrated 16 Channel GPS receiver for the amazing recommended retail price of $NZ 649 including GST.

The key benefits of a GPS equipped EPIRB, are faster detection by the geo-stationary satellites, typically less than ten minutes anywhere in Australia or New Zealand. Non GPS beacons using low earth orbiting satellites can take up to two hours to detect an emergency signal depending on the time of day and position.

The second and arguably the most important attribute of a GPS equipped EPIRB like the MT406G is the accuracy of the beacons
position; by transmitting latitude and longitudinal coordinates as part of the emergency message; search and rescue authorities can pinpoint the distress message down to around 100 metres, as opposed to 5 kilometres with a standard non-GPS EPIRB. In a true emergency scenario this combination of rapid alerting and a precise location could well be the difference between successful rescue and a family tragedy.

GME has been designing and building EPIRBs in Australia for over 35 years, the company is now one of the largest manufactures of EPIRBs and PLBs in the world, with product being exported to more than 40 countries. So don’t be deterred by the budget price, the MT406G utilises the latest microprocessor based technology, is engineered to the exacting Australian/New Zealand 4280.1 EPIRB standard, and is backed by GME’s legendary 6 year warranty.

The MT406G will be available from October through GME’s national distribution network. For additional information visit www.gme.net.au or call the NZ sales office 09 274 0955.

GME are located at Site: PO53-54

Mystery Creek Events Centre is set to host the annual Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show in Hamilton this Friday to Sunday. Into its 8th year and proudly Waikato’s only marine exhibition, the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show is geared to be another remarkable showcase of the industry. With a variety of marine heavy weights exhibiting and access to show only deals, the event is sure to satisfy the region’s boat and fishing enthusiasts.

A joint venture between the NZ Marine Industry Association and Mystery Creek Events Centre, the popularity of the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show was evident in 2009 which boasted an increased attendance of 13,000 visitors. Being the only event of its kind in the Bay of Plenty and Waikato area last year had obvious benefits, but despite this year’s Tauranga show; the speed at which sites filled exceeded 2009 with businesses snapping up sites earlier, revealing the Waikato show’s significance to the industry.

Spread over four substantial exhibition areas; the Pacific Ocean Pavilion, Tasman Sea Pavilion, Think Tank and outside sites, the size and scope of the show is extensive. With over 120 businesses on site, exhibitors include; Rollo’s Marine, Andrew Fink Marine, Fish City, Tristram Marine, Viking Kayaks and Cambridge Marine. The broad range of products, equipment and supporting services on display provides the ideal opportunity to compare brands and the deals on offer.

Last year marked the launch of ‘Innovation Court’; an exhibition area displaying inventions designed to address challenges encountered by marine enthusiasts. Products displayed in this area are typically right out of the ‘innovator’s shed’, often prior to entering mass production and going to market.

In addition to the immense selection of exhibitors, a variety of activities and demonstrations will also be on display. The Mystery Creek Events Centre Lake will host the return of M-I-A’s wakeboarding demonstrations. Those keen to gain some hot tips & tricks can expect great advice from fishing expert Adam Clancy, who will be sharing his expertise outside the Think Tank area. Also on offer is a selection of demonstrations by an assortment of local hobby clubs.

Back by popular demand, Environment Waikato is facilitating a boating and water safety youth programme on Friday. Into its second year, this critical youth water safety campaign is executed by a range of key organisations and consists of six modules including; Safe Boating with Coastguard Boating Education and River Safety with Mighty River Power & Water Safety New Zealand.

Check out the latest products on offer at the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show this Friday 15 to Sunday 17 October at Mystery Creek Events Centre, Hamilton. Open 10am to 5pm, admission $12 adults, 14 year olds and under free. Tickets purchased at the gate or online at www.streamticketing.co.nz

Organisers of the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show are thrilled to have the support of generous visitor prize sponsors, Island Escape and Mondo Travel, who are supplying separate travel prizes to the total value of over $13,000.

Gate prize sponsors Island Escape have supplied the ultimate luxury cruise for two around the Bay of Islands. Just visit the Island Escape site within the Pacific Ocean Pavilion on PO43 and drop off your show entry ticket to be in the draw. The major prize consists of a 5 night cruise fr 2 around the stunning Bay of Islands, on board the 'Island Passage'. The cruise is complete with fine dining, sea activities and exclusive on-shore excursions. For more information about the cruise of a lifetime click here!

Dynamic travel company, Mondo Travel Chartwell, are sponsoring of the show's Visitor Survey prize, providing a tropical holiday for two in Vanuatu including flights. To enter this prize draw just complete the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure Show Visitor Survey, located throughout the show. The Mondo Travel prize valued at $5000 consists of return airfares Auckland to Vanuatu on Air Vanuatu for two adults, 4 night’s accommodation at the Mango Resort in a double room. Special conditions apply. Package valid until Dec 2011 with the exception of school holidays.

So head along to Mystery Creek Events Centre next weekend to the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure show for your chance to win one of these outstanding travel packages. Buy your tickets to the show now: www.streamticketing.co.nz  
 

Its no secret that more and more pets owners worldwide are opting to take their pets with them on holiday, I am one of them. Every summer we hit the water for long weekends or the christmas holidays and we always take the dogs boating with us, whenever we are on the water so are the dogs and almost every second yacht or launch out there seems to have their dog/s with them too.
This presents some challenges though. Many islands are off limits to dogs which makes toileting a problem and safety is another major issue.
 

At Furr Kids we have sourced some of the best products from around the globe to make boating with your pet easier and safer.  On display at the Waikato Boat, Fishing and Leisure show Furr Kids will be showing off:
 

• The Doggy Boat Ladder – The Doggy Boat Ladder provides a great way for you to enjoy the water with your pet. This unique dog ladder provides an easy exit, so your pet reduces the risk of seriously straining or injuring joints. Your pet will find it easy for him to get out of the water and back aboard. 
• Dog Life Jackets – Paws Aboard Pet Life Jacket and Designer Pet Life Jackets provide ultimate buoyancy and high visibility to keep pets safe on the water. Perfect for boating, kayaking, jet skiing, paddle boarding or just for confidence in the water for chest heavy breeds.  The Pet Life Jacket is excellent aid for water rehabilitation after surgery or for older dogs.
• PupHead Dog Toilet – “The Original Portable Dog Potty” is a three-part system that includes Authentic Pup-Grass™, a specially engineered artificial turf that contains antimicrobial properties and allows for instant drainage of liquids. A perforated drainage grate keeps liquids separate from the grass.  Eliminate those early morning toilet runs, or having to park in a bay where you can take your dog ashore.

Plus much more to to make boating with your pet fun, easy and safe.

Furr Kids are also seeking their Pure Future to innovate, improve and develop these products to be the best worldwide.  Support us at http://purefutures.co.nz/debbie-hinton.aspx

Visit Furr Kidds in the Tasman Sea Pavilion site T23.

Ph 021 669 280
info@furrkids.co.nz
www.furrkids.co.nz

Mystery Creek Events Centre Detour Notification:

The New Zealand Transport Authority has advised Narrows Bridge on Airport Road, off SH1, is closed until further notice. This was an arterial route to Hamilton Airport and Mystery Creek Events Centre. We understand the inconvenience such a closure can cause, therefore suggest the following alternative route until the crossing reopens. From Hamilton we recommend taking the SH3 route to Mystery Creek Road; via Ohaupo Rd, to Mystery Creek Events Centre. From Cambridge we recommend taking the Kaipaki Road route. Again, we apologise for any difficulties the closure may cause and appreciate your cooperation during this time.

For detour directions and maps please visit the Location page on the Waikato Boat, Fishing & Leisure website, www.waikatoboatshow.co.nz or call the office for more details 07 843 4497.