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Professional kayakers worry mandatory lifejackets will make it harder to train

Friday 9 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 9 Oct, 6:19pm

In this story Morning Report, Water Safety New Zealand

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Changes to lifejacket rules have made a splash, with professional kayakers worried the bulky vests will slow them down.

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First reported by 1News, Fri 9 Oct, 8:39am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 10 hours

1NewsFri 9 Oct, 8:39am

What you need to know as new rules for lifejackets start today (opens in new tab)
RNZFri 9 Oct, 6:19pm

Professional kayakers worry mandatory lifejackets will make it harder to train (opens in new tab)