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Entries open for Sydney Harbour Sprint Series 23/24

The Notice of Race is published and entries open for the fast and furious Sydney Harbour Sprint Series, to be held over three weekends each in spring and winter, competitors hitting the ground running with three races away on Saturday 14 October.

NSW Club News NSW

Tue 05 Sep 2023

SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week: Steady light wind produces new winners

It was back to business for ‘It’s Live in Queensland Race Day’ out on the Bay for the 16th running of SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week (SMIRW on another light breeze day, but at least it filled in at a steady pace so the fleet could get away from 11.35am and it produced new winners.

QLD NSW VIC

Tue 05 Sep 2023

ILCA Oceania expand the solidarity program

Hurry, applications close on October 1st.

SA VIC NSW QLD NT TAS WA Youth SheSails Participation and Growth

Tue 05 Sep 2023

Australian Sailing WA Awards 2023 - Finalists Announced

We are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023 WA Sailing Awards.

Tue 05 Sep 2023

Australia celebrates Australia II’s 40th Anniversary of Success

September 26th 2023 marks the 40 year anniversary of the Australia II crew winning the prestigious America’s Cup. In an event that truly stopped the nation, and indeed many others, the iconic America’s Cup win shaped the very fabric of the Australian sporting landscape by instilling the support of the “under dog” and the never give up Aussie attitude in popular culture.

National QLD Club News NT Club News NSW Club News ACT Club News VIC Club News TAS Club News SA Club News WA Club News

Tue 05 Sep 2023

Australians are being urged to put the “great” back in to the great outdoors

As it's Sustainability Month here at Australian Sailing, we would like to highlight one of our Supported Organisations, Clean Up Australia, and their new campaign for September the 'Great Spring Clean'.

National

Tue 05 Sep 2023

Club in Focus – Port Kembla Sailing Club

Situated on the northern shore of Lake Illawarra at Berkeley harbour, is Port Kembla Sailing Club. Lake Illawarra, ‘pleasant place by the sea’, from the Dharawal, is said to be one of the most picturesque spots on the coast.

National Club in Focus NSW

Mon 04 Sep 2023

Australian Sailing NSW & ACT Awards 2023 - Finalists Announced

We are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023 NSW/ACT Sailing Awards. We received 89 nominations across the 16 categories. Nominations have come from clubs big and small and from members across the state & territory.

ACT NSW

Fri 01 Sep 2023

Australian Sailing Victorian State Sailing Award Finalists Announced

We are thrilled to unveil the full list of exceptional finalists who have been nominated for the prestigious Australian Sailing Victorian State Award. These individuals, groups, and clubs have made remarkable contributions to the sailing community, demonstrating their dedication, passion, and unwavering support.

Vic Club News VIC

Fri 01 Sep 2023

Sustainability Month to Highlight Importance of Clean Practice in Sailing

Throughout 2023 Australian Sailing is spotlighting specific themes that our sailing community has noted are important to them. This September, Australian Sailing is proud to shine the spotlight on sustainability in our sport, and the innovative ways in which clubs, class associations and other affiliated organisations are reducing their environmental impact.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS Strategic

Fri 01 Sep 2023

Moving up - Class transition tips for sailing pathways

Sailing offers many options to enjoy the sport for life. With multiple pathways, classes, and opportunities available to choose from, some people choose one pathway enjoying years of sailing to master their chosen class, whilst some change often, and some choose more than one pathway and more than one class to sail in parallel to another.

ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS Participation and Growth

Fri 01 Sep 2023

Australian Sailing Partners with Zhik on Youth Sail Series

Australian Sailing is excited to be able to announce long term partner Zhik has agreed to come on board with support for the 2023 and 2024 Youth Sail Series

National

Fri 01 Sep 2023

CYCSA Youth Team hits the world stage

Representing South Australia and Australia, the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia and the Youth Sailing Foundation Team are taking part in the Youth Final in Kiel, Germany from Friday 1st September to Sunday 3rd September.

Youth SA

Thu 31 Aug 2023

Funding Opportunities for Clubs In Queensland - SEPTEMBER 2023

Here is a list of current funding opportunities opening soon. A good chance to have a look to see if there is anything to suit your club.

QLD

Thu 31 Aug 2023

Australian Sailing TAS Awards - Finalists Announced

We are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023 TAS Sailing Awards. Nominations have come from clubs big and small and across the state. They include sailors from all different classes, volunteers who put in incredible hours to help their clubs, instructors and coaches who are working for our sport and the promoters who use technology and social media to make sure we hear about sailing.

TAS

Thu 31 Aug 2023

Blow me one last KISS

Queenscliff Cruising Yacht Club’s successful second running of their KISS (Keelboat Introduction to Sailing Savvy) program for women, by women, came to its pinnacle on Saturday 26 August 2023 with the 26nm Passage Rally from Brighton to Queenscliff.

VIC SheSails

Thu 31 Aug 2023

General Manager - Victoria Monthly Update August 2023

In this update, you will find the following: (this is a long one) • New Boatshed Manager • Class and Association Webinar • Discover Sailing Month - • She Sails - Networking day at Albert Park Yacht Club • Covid Vaccine Update • Funding

VIC Club News VICGM

Tue 29 Aug 2023

‘LET’S GET IT ON’ DEFENDS TITLE

Garry Holt, Skipper of ‘Get It On’, has enthusiastically confirmed his participation in the 14th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta which is Southeast Queensland's largest regatta, scheduled from September 30th to October 2nd, 2023. (Registration Friday, September 29th)

QLD

Sun 27 Aug 2023