News

Become an Australian Sailing Wing instructor!

Australian Sailing has recently launched The Learn to Wing Program, a new program for Discover Sailing Centres (DSCs), designed to introduce participants to the exciting discipline of wing-surfing.

Training Instructor

Fri 22 Sep 2023

Australia ll’s 40th Anniversary a Cause for Celebration

Forty years ago this month, the crew of the Australia ll engraved their names firmly in Australian sporting legend when they won the prestigious America’s Cup off the coast of Rhode Island, USA. Australian Sailing encourages all clubs to get involved in the spirit of the anniversary and consider hosting an event for their members and community.

National

Fri 22 Sep 2023

Drills for skills- rudderless sailing/tethered sailing

A variation on rudderless sailing, using elastic to maintain a neutral helm.

Training

Fri 22 Sep 2023

Basic Splicing for Instructors and coaches- Brummel splice

As a coach, it can often be a good idea to dedicate some session time to boat maintenance and upkeep and one skill that can be handy to have is splicing.

Training

Fri 22 Sep 2023

2023 Sailing Summit Report

The 2023 Sailing Summits have been a great success for AS and equally for those clubs and classes who attended. They were a real whole of AS team and community effort and a big thank you to everyone who were able to attend.

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Wed 20 Sep 2023

2023 Australian Sailing Club Survey Report

Australian Sailing conduct an annual Club Survey to receive feedback specifically from clubs.

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Wed 20 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

Australian Sailing – Victorian Sailing Awards

On the evening of Friday 15 November, the glittering waters of Port Phillip Bay provided the perfect backdrop for the 2023 Australian Sailing – Victorian Sailing Awards night, hosted by Sandringham Yacht Club.

VIC

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

Excitement Building at Zhik Youth Sail Queensland

Hundreds of Queensland’s finest young sailors have descended on the state’s central coast, ready for a week full of action both on and off the water at Zhik Youth Sail Queensland.

QLD

Mon 18 Sep 2023

Key Instructor, Coach and Official Resource Launched

Australian Sailing is proud to announce the launch of its Instructor, Coach and Official Development Strategy.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS Instructor Coach Strategic

Mon 18 Sep 2023

General Manager - Victoria Monthly Update September 2023

In this update, you will find the following: -Club Visits -Updating your details in REVsport -Safe Transport Victoria Back to Basics Campaign -State Sailing Calendar -Grants - NOW OPEN

VIC Club News VICGM

Mon 18 Sep 2023

General Manager – Queensland Monthly Update September 2023

The latest updates from Australian Sailing's General Manager – Queensland – Annie Watson

QLD Club News QLDGM

Fri 15 Sep 2023

Sustainable Practice with the Fremantle Sailing Club Marine Environment Committee

With the sport of sailing relying so heavily on the beautiful waterways nearest and dearest to us, it is no surprise that sustainability is a key focus for many in our community. As part of Sustainability Month here at Australian Sailing, we will be highlighting some key sustainability initiatives from around the country this September.

National

Fri 15 Sep 2023

Sail into 2024: The 2024 Tasar Worlds at SYC Await!

Set sail for an extraordinary adventure in the world of sailing!

National VIC

Thu 14 Sep 2023

Introducing our final Keynote Speaker for the SheSails Leadership Conference 2023

Carolijn Brouwer, the four-time world champion turned Australian Sailing Team (AST) ILCA 6 coach, has been confirmed in our very exciting line-up.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA SheSails

Thu 14 Sep 2023

Celebrating Lifetime Achievements at the Queensland Sailing Awards 2023

Three deserving people were awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award and their names added to the prestigious Solo Trophy at the 2023 Queensland Sailing Awards held at the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron on Thursday 7th September.

QLD

Thu 14 Sep 2023