News - Australian Sailing

Clubs Take to the Virtual Waters for Zhik Australian Sailing eSailing National Challenge.

While sailing as we know it is on pause during COVID-19 restrictions, now is the time embrace eSailing on Virtual Regatta. Clubs across Australia have taken to the virtual waters in preparation for the upcoming Zhik Australian Sailing eSailing National Challenge.

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Tue 05 May 2020

Sabre class publishes initial findings in new sail evaluation process

The Sabre class is re-evaluating its current sail plan to ensure the timeless class continues to withstand the test of time as one of Australiaâ€™s most iconic single-handed dinghies.

ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS

Tue 07 Apr 2020

Craving Some Sailing While You Are at Home?

Missing the water? Here are some games, quizzes, movies and fun to keep you going while land bound.

ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS COVID-19

Thu 02 Apr 2020

Can I go sailing? Guidance for the sailing community

Recent updates and guidelines from Governments and Maritime bodies to limit the spread of COVID-19 have left a lot of sailors around the country asking whether they are still able to partake in a day on the water.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS COVID-19

Wed 01 Apr 2020

Sailing and its impact on wellbeing

We all know there are several key factors that can have a positive impact on a teenagerâ€™s well-being. Specific societal, emotional and physical factors can help develop our kids in to thriving young adults, and the sport of sailing is recognised as one of the leading activities to help foster these outcomes.

ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS

Tue 04 Feb 2020

2020 Flying Fifteen Australian Championship

A fleet of 20 Flying Fifteens made the long journey from all over Australia to compete at the 2020 Flying Fifteen Australian Championship held in Waterloo Bay just south of the Brisbane River in Queensland. Some competitors had a long journey navigating around a host of bush fires still plaguing the country. Visitors came from as far as England, Darwin, Perth, Adelaide, Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney.

ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS

Tue 04 Feb 2020

Changes to Rule 46 and Crew Membership

At present rule 46 has a prescription that after three races all crew of any race shall also be a club member; and that Australian Sailing was reviewing the requirement.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS

Mon 03 Feb 2020

Youth sailors dig deep at bushfire fundraiserÂ

Youth sailors and their families dug deep at the presentation ceremony for the 2020 Australian Youth Championships at the Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club last night, raising much needed funds for those impacted by the bushfires that continue to burn around the country.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS

Wed 15 Jan 2020

Slingsby and Burton flex their muscle on final day of Moth Worlds qualifying

It was all to play for today at the 2019 Chandler Macleod Moth Worlds with positions very much up for grabs to make the cut for Gold fleet racing that kicks off after tomorrowâ€™s lay day.

National WA

Sun 15 Dec 2019

Australian Sailing launches SailPASS

If you thought sailing was expensive and inaccessibleâ€¦ think again!

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS

Fri 18 Oct 2019

Finalists Announced for 2019 Australian Sailing Awards

The 2018-19 season was another wildly successful one for Australian sailors both home and abroad. World champions across multiple classes and record club memberships drove a record number of nominations for the 2019 Australian Sailing Awards, with the best today announced as finalists for the sportâ€™s peak awards.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS

Wed 02 Oct 2019

WA Clubs Recognised in Hamilton

WA Leading the Charge

WA Club News WA

Fri 26 Jul 2019

2019 WA Sailing Awards - RSVP

Australian Sailing in partnership with the Ron Tough Yachting Foundation and Yachting Western Australia present the 2019 WA Sailing Awards Night, Thursday 16 May at Royal Perth Yacht Club.

WA Club News WA

Mon 15 Apr 2019

Australian Sailing welcomes new CEO

Australian Sailing is pleased to announce the appointment of Ben Houston as Chief Executive Officer.

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Thu 21 Mar 2019

Australian Sailing Chief Executive Officer Career Opportunity

Australian Sailing is the national governing body to advance, promote, administer and grow the sport of sailing and is committed to: Advance the sport of sailing in Australian and international communities in all its forms, and across all levels of participation.

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Fri 15 Feb 2019

Former ADF personnel to represent Australia in Hansa 303 Class at Invictus Games Sydney 2018

The Invictus Games is an international adaptive sporting event for wounded, injured and ill service men and women, both active duty and veteran. The Games promote the healing power of sport and physical activity to inspire recovery and support rehabilitation.

NSW QLD VIC TAS WA NT SA

Fri 31 Aug 2018

Zac Littlewoodâ€™s remarkable win at the Laser Radial World Championship in Germany

Australiaâ€™s Team for the Youth World Championships in Texas next month has received a huge confidence boost with Zac Littlewoodâ€™s remarkable win at the Laser Radial World Championship in Germany.

National WA

Fri 29 Jun 2018

Clubs excel in boosting participation numbers

Itâ€™s been a very big quarter in terms of participation with a substantial 1000 more participants in January, compared to last year, completing learn to sail and powerboat courses. We are now 7% ahead of the previous year, with outstanding results in WA and ACT, along with some moderate increases in VIC and NSW.

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Wed 18 Apr 2018