Journal

E15 is spreading. Keep it out of your boat

E15 is now sold nationwide and Congress is moving to allow it year-round. Federal law bars it in boats. How to spot it and protect your engine.

The boating trust fund got a stopgap. A full re...

The fund your fuel tax pays into was due to expire Sept. 30. Congress extended it to Dec. 12. Where the five-year renewal bills stand.

Mid-summer check: rego and beacon

Boat rego fees rise each 1 July, but January's job is to check the paperwork. Is your rego current, and is your EPIRB registered and in date?

Diesel in 2026, and what the excise did

Diesel peaked around 31 March 2026, eased under the excise cut, and was climbing again in late September. The cut fully ended 2 August.

Australia Day on the water

Australia Day 2027 falls on Tuesday 26 January. What usually happens on Sydney Harbour, and the alcohol and speed rules that matter most on a busy day.

Auckland Anniversary Regatta, 1 February

The Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta runs Monday 1 February 2027. Tugs, classic launches, classic yachts, dragon boats and where to watch them.