NZPBA

The New Zealand Power Boat Association (NZPBA) supports and promotes circuit powerboat racing across New Zealand. Its events take place on inland waterways, lakes, rivers and sheltered harbours, using oval or triangular courses. Racing craft range from small boats reaching around 60 kph to Grand Prix hydroplanes capable of speeds exceeding 250 kph.

The association represents a wide variety of racing classes, including hydroplanes, racing runabouts, V-bottoms and tunnel boats, with categories such as Formula 1, Formula 3, Formula V, Mod VP, Juniors and Grand National Hydroplane. Through its network of provincial and specialist clubs, NZPBA helps connect drivers, teams, volunteers and enthusiasts.

The NZPBA website provides race calendars, event information, results, news, class descriptions, driver and club details, and galleries featuring current and historic racers. It also offers competitor resources, registration information, forms, rules, technical updates, records and awards, plus classified listings for boats and parts. Visitors can find details about volunteering and club activities, as well as guidance on preventing the spread of freshwater gold clams through Check, Clean, Dry practices.