At last the engine is running as it should, after some difficulties with the electronics. Sea trials show we can power at 6 knots into a stiff breeze, and have good steering and stopping capabilities. Having the engine means we can reliably keep to a schedule, and is an additional…
Kate Celebration Christmas Cruise in Company
Dear supporters, At last, we have the Kate’s engine running! It’s been a long process, now it’s time to celebrate. We’re planning a cruise in company like last year. On Thursday 22nd December “Kate” will leave her mooring at 0900 and sail to Motuihe, then anchor for lunch. We…
Update on the Kate – Jan 2021
Reposted from our January 2021 newsletter. Our day-sail and photoshoot last July resulted in a very nice article in Boating New Zealand December edition by Alex Stone with superb photos by Leslie. Since then progress has been steady on fitting out the interior, so she is now quite liveable. Lance…
October 2020 Newsletter
Big plans for an engine in the Kate; congrats to our newly-graduated apprentice; special thanks and more.
Kate, Mike and Cavatina in local news
On newsstands Thursday 3 September 2020: Pick up a copy of Waiheke Weekender (free) or Gulf News to read the local news coverage of the progress on the Kate restoration and details about Mike Delamore’s upcoming solo circumnavigation to fundraise for Kate and Waiheke Working Sail. We’d like to express…