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Patchy weather did nothing to dampen spirits at the 2024 Mahurangi Regatta, which organisers declared an excellent rendition of the historical event.
About 110 entries of all classes and types took part in the races off Sullivans Bay, about the same number as the most successful regattas in the past, Mahurangi Cruising Club vice-commodore Hugh Gladwell said.
Sailing conditions varied, but overall the regatta went off without a hitch. Hundreds of yachts and boats in the harbour added to the festive atmosphere.
First recorded in 1858, the regatta was then held sporadically until Mahurangi Action revived the annual tradition in 1977.
Organiser Cimino Cole said the event went “superbly well”, adding that the community was “hungry for another regatta” after covid and weather conditions impacted the last two years’ events.
Light rain in the evening proved the value of a new, Bedouin-styled marquee used for the ever-popular prizegiving and dance at Scotts Landing, featuring the West City Jazz Orchestra.
“It’s always pretty damn good, but this year was magnificent,” Cole said.
