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2025 Sailing Summits Take to the Road

The 2025 Sailing Summits are set to provide an exciting opportunity for clubs and class associations to connect, exchange ideas, and stay informed on the latest initiatives, resources, and projects from Australian Sailing

National

Mon 17 Feb 2025

Applications going quick for Whitworths Tackers Boat Program

Applications for the Whitworths Tackers Boat Program are going fast, so get yours in today

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Fri 14 Feb 2025

Townsville Sailing Club Wins "Host an Olympian" Competition

Paris Olympian Jim Colley is set to visit Townsville Sailing Club

National QLD

Wed 05 Feb 2025

SailGP. A whole new era of sailing, on your doorstep this weekend

The KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix | Sydney returns this weekend

National

Mon 03 Feb 2025

Lisa Blair recognised in Australia Day Honours

World record-holder Lisa Blair has been recognised for her service to sailing in this year’s Australia Day Honours

National

Fri 31 Jan 2025

World Sailing approves 2025-2028 Committee appointments

Members of World Sailing’s Committees and Sub-Committees will work within their terms of reference to provide guidance to World Sailing and positively impact the sport for sailors worldwide.

National

Thu 30 Jan 2025

VALE COLIN CHIDGEY

We are saddened to learn of the passing of Colin Chidgey, on Thursday 23 January 2025. Col Chidgey had a profound impact on the sailing community across Australia, well known and well respected as one of the top race officers who supported clubs and class associations for many years. Col also held roles with Yachting NSW and Yachting Australia as a technical official and competition manager.

National

Tue 28 Jan 2025

Class Rules updated for Formula Wing Class and WingFoil Open Racing Class

Following the Annual General Meeting in December 2024, the updated class rules have now been published for the Formula Wing and WingFoil Open Racing Class

National

Tue 28 Jan 2025

Terms of Reference for the Sydney Harbour Friday Twilight Inquiry

Australian Sailing has published the Terms of Reference for the Sydney Harbour Friday Twilight Inquiry

Safety National

Fri 17 Jan 2025

Club In Focus - Daveys Bay Yacht Club

Situated on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, Davey’s Bay Yacht Club (DBYC) is one of the oldest yacht clubs in Victoria.

National VIC Club News

Fri 17 Jan 2025

"Celebrating Women in Sailing: Third Annual SheSails Meet-Up at the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania Inspires Growth and Connection"

Nic Douglass, renowned as Adventures of a Sailor Girl, hosted the third annual SheSails Women Sailors and Supporters Meet-Up at the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania on New Year’s Eve. With approximately fifty attendees, the event celebrated the growing participation of women in sailing, particularly highlighting those who completed their first Rolex Sydney Hobart, Melbourne to Hobart, and Launceston to Hobart races this year.

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Thu 16 Jan 2025

I love what I do: Meet Emily Vivian, the 2024 Australian Sailing Instructor of the Year

For Emily Vivian there is nothing better than being out on the water. The Humpybong Yacht Club (HBYC) dinghy instructor has dedicated the last three years to pursuing a career that allows her to do just that - be on the water.

National Qld Qld Club

Mon 13 Jan 2025

Highfield and Australian Sailing team up in RIB support

Highfield Boats Australia has partnered with Australian Sailing in a sponsorship deal that extends the benefits to all member Clubs across the country.

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Thu 09 Jan 2025

Tassie’s very own Cockwomble and Midnight Ramble finish on top at the 2025 Australian Yachting Championships

Tasmania produced picturesque weather conditions over the weekend for the first national regatta of the year, the 2025 Australian Yachting Championships held in Hobart on 3-5 January.

National TAS TAS Club Events

Tue 07 Jan 2025

Derwent River to host competitive fleet at Australian Yachting Championships

A fleet of our nation's best will take to the Derwent River from tomorrow in an effort to etch themselves into maritime history at the Australian Yachting Championships (AYC).

National TAS TAS Club Events

Thu 02 Jan 2025

Podiums aplenty on final day of Sail Brisbane

The final day of Sail Brisbane 2024 saw 15 podiums decided on a light day in Manly Harbour, with sailors pushing until the very last race in an effort to finish the regatta on a high.

National QLD QLD Club Events

Sat 21 Dec 2024

Manly Harbour delivers glamour conditions on penultimate day of Sail Brisbane

Glamour conditions saw all classes take to the water on the second-to-last day of Sail Brisbane 2024, with sailors as young as seven launching alongside Paris Olympians, all determined to make the most of the full schedule.

National QLD QLD Club Events

Fri 20 Dec 2024

Foiling podiums decided at halfway mark of Sail Brisbane 2024

The third day of Sail Brisbane 2024 saw high winds mark the halfway point of the regatta, with racing in several classes once again affected by the extreme conditions.

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Thu 19 Dec 2024