YACHTING.

Observer, Volume XL, Issue 25, 21 February 1920, Page 14

YACHTING.

A cruise to Arkles Bay was arranged by the New Zealand Power Boat Association and Ponsonby Cruising Club.

Most of the launches got away to a good start.

The Ponsonby Club's yacht races commenced to time, and credit is due to Alby Braund, starter, who was responsible for this.

The harbour presented a very picturesque appearance, there being over 70 boats connected with the cruise.

North Shore and Birkenhead Regatta.

This sailing event was somewhat marred on Saturday owing to the absence of wind.

There was a good attendance of the public.

The flagship Sparrowhawk was kindly lent by the Devonport Ferry Company.

The first-class yacht race resulted iii a win for the Victory, starting from scratch, the Moana being second, with the Celox third.

The Birkenhead band enlivened the proceedings with several* selections during the afternoon.