Useful infomation
TIDES
For tidal information see
http://www.linz.govt.nz/hydro/tidal-info/tide-tables/index.aspx
RULES OF THE ROAD ON THE SEA
For information on the maritime rule of the sea
http://www.auckland-coastguard.org.nz/Information/Rules+of+The+Road+at+Sea.html
BUOYS & BEACONS
For information on the buoy and beacon system
http://www.auckland-coastguard.org.nz/Information/Buoys++Beacons.html
WEATHER
For weather forecasts:
a: Listen on VHF channel 21
http://www.metservice.co.nz/marine/index
http://swellmap.com/charts.php?region=aucklandeast&l=hrki#anchor