Akarana Marine Sports Centre

SWIM4THE OCEAN STOPOVER

We’re welcoming Swim4TheOcean as Jono Ridler arrives from his latest swim leg, part of an epic journey swimming the length of the North Island to raise awareness for healthy oceans and call for an end to bottom trawling.

Come along to hear more about the mission, meet the Swim4TheOcean team, and show your support for our oceans �

� Today | Tuesday 27 January | 5–7pm
� Akarana Eatery

� Learn more: swim4theocean.org

Come along to Akarana Marine Sports Centre, Ōrākei in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland TODAY, Tuesday, 27 January, to cheer Jono Ridler on as he comes in from his latest swim leg 🏊‍♂️

Jono is an ultra-marathon swimmer on an epic mile swim mission in partnership with Live Ocean, attempting to swim the length of the North Island from North Cape to Wellington. He is doing this to raise awareness around the race for a healthy ocean, with a clear call for an to end bottom trawling 🌊

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear more about the purpose behind the swim, grab a selfie, chat to Jono, and meet the Swim4TheOcean team 👋

When: Jono will arrive by 5pm sharp, Tuesday, 27 January
Location: Hyundai Marine Sports Centre / Royal Akarana Yacht Club, Ōrākei, Auckland (Turf outside Akarana Eatery)

📍 Find out more about the mission at swim4theocean.org

Where architecture meets ocean spirit 🌊🏛️ More than just a venue, the Akarana Marine Sports Centre is a purpose-built waterfront hub, thoughtfully designed to connect people to the sea.

Designed by Pacific Environments + 106 Architects and built with over 200 tonnes of steel, this iconic space blends world-class functionality with coastal beauty. Inside: open atriums, a 600m² boat shed, event spaces, and views for days.

Originally built for community, competition, and connection - it now hosts everything from Olympic athletes to elegant waterfront events. A space with soul, built for the tides and the times. ⚓

Join us at Akarana on Thursday 22 May, 6:30am for a Pink Ribbon Breakfast in partnership with Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei.

Enjoy a morning of meaningful kōrero with guest speakers, a delicious breakfast, tea, coffee or a mimosa — all while supporting the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ.

🎀 The iconic Pink Campervan will also be onsite offering free breast health advice.
🎟️ Tickets are $55 and is directly donated to BCFNZ!

There are limited seats — book now via the 💖

🚨 PSA: Cannon Salute Alert 🚨

Please be advised that a cannon salute will take place on Tuesday, 1st April at 15:00 at the Hyundai Marine Sports Club / Royal Akarana Yacht Club. This ceremonial tradition involves a series of controlled cannon discharges to honor and show respect.

✅ This is a planned event, so there is no cause for concern. However, the salute will produce loud noise - and will last less than a minute. Thank you for your understanding!

A big thanks to everyone who joined us at Splash Landing last week! 🌊💦 Despite the weather, we had a blast and we can’t wait to do it all over again next year—hopefully in the sun! ☀️🌞

SPLASH LANDING update 💦