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Best crew work pays dividends at Sydney Harbour Sprint Series

Although challenging due to changing conditions, competitors enjoyed a beautiful spring day for the first round of the Sydney Harbour Sprint Series (SHSS) 23/24, which commenced with three races starting from midday today on Sydney Harbour.

NSW

Sat 14 Oct 2023

Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race Winners - let the celebrations begin

Three vessels are home in the inaugural Sydney to Auckland Race. First home for the Line Honours prize was Geoff Hill’s 72-footer, Antipodes. As such, they set the race record for the course at 5:03:37:57.

NSW

Sat 14 Oct 2023

HARDY SHIELD THIS WEEKEND 14-15 OCT

Hardy Shield Trophy donated by Event Patron, Sir James Hardy OBE.

NSW

Fri 13 Oct 2023

Respected Para Sailors Announced as Finalists for National Award

Three well-respected and committed sailors have been recognised as Finalists for the national Para Sailor of the Year award, with the winner to be announced at the Australian Sailing Awards on the 3rd November, 2023.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA Inclusion

Fri 13 Oct 2023

National Finalists Announced for Youth Sailor of the Year Award

Three young sailors have been shortlisted as National finalists for Youth Sailor of the Year, with the winner to be announced at the 2023 Australian Sailing Awards on November 3 in Sydney.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA Youth

Thu 12 Oct 2023

Australian Sailing Awards to Celebrate National Sustainability Finalists

Three national finalists have been recognised for their work on sustainability in the sailing industry, with the winner to be announced at the Australian Sailing Awards to be held on November 3 in Sydney.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA

Tue 10 Oct 2023

National Finalists Announced for the Coveted SheSails Award

The SheSails Award was introduced in 2018 and recognises an individual, group, class or club that makes an outstanding contribution, promotion and/or administration of female participation in sailing. Three incredible finalists have been selected from amongst the state awards winners for the national SheSails Award, with the winner to be announced at the Australian Sailing Awards on Friday November 3.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA SheSails

Mon 09 Oct 2023

Inaugural Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race gets underway

And they’re off! At 1300hrs AEDT on October 7, 2023, the yachts and crews in the inaugural Sydney to Auckland Yacht Race left Sydney Harbour, bound for Auckland.

NSW

Sat 07 Oct 2023

2023 Australian Sailing Awards Finalists Announced

The finalists of the 2023 Australian Sailing Awards have been announced, with clubs, volunteers and sailing stars from around the country all in the running for recognition at the nation’s peak sailing awards.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA

Fri 06 Oct 2023

SheSails Steering the Course at the 2023 SheSails Leadership Conference

The 2023 SheSails Leadership Conference was an event to remember with participants dialling in from sailing clubs across the Nation & New Zealand.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA SheSails

Thu 05 Oct 2023

Tickets On Sale Now for 2023 National Sailing Awards

Tickets for the 2023 National Sailing Awards are on sale now. The event – set to recognise distinguished members of the Australian Sailing community – will be held at the stunning Australian National Maritime Museum in Sydney on Friday November 3, 2023.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA

Tue 03 Oct 2023

Professional Development Continues for Coaches at Zhik Lake Mac Youth Sail NSW

Developing coaches is a key priority for Australian Sailing and a key factor in the ongoing growth of sailing nationally. During this year’s Zhik Lake Mac Youth Sail NSW the team of nine coaches gathered at the end of each day to de-brief the day’s activities, successes, and areas for improvement.

National Training Coach NSW

Fri 29 Sep 2023

Sustainable Practice with Double Bay Sailing Club

Double Bay Sailing Club (DBSC) is a club that is passionately leading the way with its sustainability practices. As well as implementing a range of energy efficient initiatives including power-saving light bulbs and timers for hot water, DBSC also has systems in place to separate waste streams and actively encourages and participates in recycling.

National Clubs in Focus ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA

Wed 27 Sep 2023

Inclusive Classes Regatta at Easter

An Inclusive Classes Regatta will be conducted by Middle Harbour Yacht Club from March 29 to April 1 (Easter weekend) 2024. The Notice of Race has now been published and online entry is open.

NSW

Fri 22 Sep 2023

Australian Sailing NSW/ACT - Awards Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the NSW/ACT Sailing Awards for 2023!

NSW ACT

Fri 22 Sep 2023

Two weeks to go until the SheSails Leadership Conference 2023!

There are just 2 weeks to go until the highly anticipated 2023 SheSails Leadership Conference. Time is running out to register before the event takes place via webinar at 6pm (AEDT) on Tuesday 3rd October.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA SheSails

Tue 19 Sep 2023

Australia's Top Sailors in Sydney for America's Cup Youth and Women's Squad Selection Camp

Some of Australia’s top performing sailors have undergone a two and a half day training camp in Sydney this week for selectors, led by John Bertrand AO, to finalise a youth and women’s squad for Australia’s America’s Cup campaign in 2024.

NSW QLD TAS VIC WA Youth SheSails

Tue 19 Sep 2023

Only 99 days to go until 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

A strong fleet featuring former winners, diverse international entries and a highly competitive two-handed division is already building for the 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race, with just 99 days to go until the 78th edition of the historic race on Boxing Day.

NSW

Mon 18 Sep 2023