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Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship entries take shape

Entries in Middle Harbour Yacht Club’s (MHYC) 2023 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship (SSORC), are taking shape, so far attracting past winners, regulars and new contenders.

NSW

Wed 18 Oct 2023

Entries open for Sail Melbourne and Sail Sydney

Entries have opened and the Notice of Race released for two of Australia’s iconic off-the-beach regattas, with Sail Melbourne and Sail Sydney now open for business.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA

Wed 18 Oct 2023

Sport Promotion Recognised with National Finalists Announced

Three finalists have been announced for the National Sport Promotion Award, providing the opportunity for the National sailing community to recognise those who work behind the scenes to tirelessly promote our sport. The winners will be announced in Syndey on November 3 at the Australian Sailing Awards.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS

Tue 17 Oct 2023

Finalists Announced for National Sports Professional Award

Three dedicated individuals from around Australia have been announced as finalists for Australian Sailing’s Sports Professional Award, with the winner to be announced on November 3 in Sydney.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA

Mon 16 Oct 2023

Kraken III triumphs and Andoo Comanche bests its own record in 2023 Tollgate Islands Race

In Scandinavian folklore, the mythical kraken is a giant squid-like cephalopod creature that could destroy ships and drag sailors to their doom. An apt name for a racing yacht that bested 21 other entrants in the third race of the 2023/24 Audi Centre Sydney Blue Water Pointscore this weekend.

NSW

Sun 15 Oct 2023

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