News

“You are a lifeline for those out in the ocean” - Cherry Callcott

As National Volunteers Week celebrates the theme ‘3 Cheers for Volunteers’, Australian Sailing proudly recognises Cherry Callcott of the Fremantle Sailing Club for her decades of dedicated service to the sport in Western Australia.

National

Tue 20 May 2025

Volunteering on a Global Stage: Peter and Malcolm’s Story

This National Volunteers Week, we’re putting the spotlight on committed volunteers who have contributed immensely to their sailing community.

National SA

Mon 19 May 2025

Laura Harding's Building a Career On and Off the Water

We’re proud to highlight Australian Sailing Team athlete, Laura Harding, who is successfully balancing her ambition to represent Australia on the world stage with developing a professional career beyond the boat park.

National

Fri 16 May 2025

Australian Sailing congratulates the Hon. Anika Wells

Australian Sailing has welcomed the news that the Hon. Anika Wells has been reappointed as the Federal Minister for Sport

National

Thu 15 May 2025

Building Champions: Michael Blackburn's Journey From Olympian to Technical Director

Michael Blackburn is the Australian Sailing Team Technical Director, three-time Olympic gold medal winning coach and an Olympic bronze medalist himself in the ILCA 7 (formally Laser) class from the Sydney 2000 Olympics.

National

Wed 14 May 2025

Australian Sailing Board appoints Acting CEO

Ben Callard has been announced as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of Australian Sailing

National

Wed 14 May 2025

Discover Sailing Centre in Focus - Hobsons Bay Yacht Club

Running a multitude of Discover Sailing classes for all ages, Club Manager Rod Austin said it’s been a valuable resource for establishing a pathway for those who are eager to learn.

National Club in Focus VIC

Tue 13 May 2025

Australian Sailing Releases 2025 Strategic Plan Status Report

Australian Sailing has released the 2025 update of its SAILING 2032 Strategic Plan

National

Tue 13 May 2025

Charting a Career in Sailing: How Craig Evans Turned Passion into Leadership

As part of National Careers Week, we’re spotlighting the careers of those in the sailing community. Craig Evans is the Chief Executive Officer of Fremantle Sailing Club - one of Australia’s largest and most dynamic sailing clubs.

National WA

Mon 12 May 2025

Youth Sailing Update – Youth Sailing World Championships

Another exciting opportunity awaits Australia’s brightest young sailing talent, with the Australian Sailing Board confirming the nation’s re-entry to the Youth Sailing World Championships

National

Thu 08 May 2025

Australian Sailing CEO announces departure

Australian Sailing Chief Executive Officer Ben Houston has today announced his departure from the position he has held for 6 years

National

Mon 05 May 2025

Empower Your Club at the 2025 Australian Sailing Summit Roadshows

Australian Sailing invites all club and class association leaders to the 2025 Sailing Summit Roadshows. These free events are essential for committee members, general managers, sailing managers, and key officials aiming to enhance their club's success.

NSW ACT VIC QLD TAS SA WA National

Thu 01 May 2025

The Perfect Match – Ronstan and Australian Sailing Team continue 50-year partnership

Australian Sailing and Ronstan have announced that their 50-year partnership will continue

National

Sun 27 Apr 2025

Defence Forces and Olympians battle for inaugural Anzac Day Cup

Sydney Harbour turned it on this ANZAC Day Eve, as four teams of Australia’s finest battled it out for bragging rights in the inaugural Anzac Day Cup Regatta

National

Fri 25 Apr 2025

Aviators make waves at regatta

The Air Force sailing team made waves at this year’s Interservice Sailing Regatta, clinching the coveted top individual title against fierce competition from Navy and Army.

National NSW Events

Thu 17 Apr 2025