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Australian Sailing launches Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategy

Australian Sailing is pleased to present its Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Strategy for 2025-2028. Designed to communicate Australian Sailing’s strategic plan and wholesale commitment to increasing access to sailing, championing diversity and creating inclusive and welcoming environments for everyone, the DEI Strategy unveils a vision for an inclusive future within the sport.

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Thu 12 Dec 2024

Results decided on final day of Sail Melbourne 2024

A windy final day of racing at Sail Melbourne 2024 saw Olympians and up-and-coming sailors come together on the waves, with results in several classes coming down to the final race of the regatta.

National VIC VIC Club Events

Sun 01 Dec 2024

Wet and variable conditions welcome Invited Classes to Sail Melbourne

A wet and variable day saw invited classes start their Sail Melbourne campaigns on day three of the 2024 event, with sailors in Olympic classes once again taking to the water in their battle for minimum points.

National VIC VIC Club

Sat 30 Nov 2024

Vale: Ian "Wallie" Wall

The Yachting Victoria and Australian Sailing community mourns the loss of Ian "Wallie" Wall, a true cornerstone of Victorian sailing.

VIC National VIC Club

Sat 30 Nov 2024

Sea breeze delivers top notch racing on day two of Sail Melbourne

Day two of Sail Melbourne 2024 saw sailors take to the water determined to make the most of the clear conditions and building breeze, with wind increasing throughout the day to a top of 20 knots.

National VIC Events VIC Club

Fri 29 Nov 2024

Sailors met with glamour conditions on day one of Sail Melbourne

Sail Melbourne began in style today at Royal Brighton Yacht Club, with Port Phillip delivering nothing short of glamour conditions to welcome sailors to Victoria.

National VIC Events

Thu 28 Nov 2024

Paris Olympians hoist sails at iconic Sail Melbourne Regatta

The iconic Sail Melbourne regatta has returned to the waters of Port Phillip in Victoria just months after incredible results from the Australian Sailing Team in Marseille, with Paris Olympians and up-and-coming sailors raising their masts from today.

National VIC VIC Club Events

Thu 28 Nov 2024

Five things you need to know about Sail Melbourne

The iconic Sail Melbourne regatta will return to the waters of Port Phillip in Victoria from tomorrow, with more than 225 boats set to take part from 28 November to 1 December 2024.

VIC National Events

Wed 27 Nov 2024

Applications open for Whitworths Tackers Boat Program

Australian Sailing is excited to announce applications for the Whitworths Tackers Boat Program are now open.

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Thu 21 Nov 2024

SheSails Conference 2024

The fourth SheSails conference for 2024 was a powerful celebration of incredible women. This year’s event organised by Australian Sailing and MCed by Nic Douglass featured many inspiring speakers from the Paris 2024 Olympics and from previous Olympics as part of the theme of Olympic Pathways of World Sailings global women’s sailing festival.

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Thu 14 Nov 2024

National Finalists announced for 2024 Australian Sailing Awards

The 2024 finalists for the national 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 QLD NSW ACT NT VIC TAS SA WA

Tue 01 Oct 2024

Victorian Sailing Community Honours Awards Recipients

The Victorian sailing community came together on Friday to celebrate an array of outstanding individuals, clubs and achievements at the annual State Awards evening.

VIC VIC Club

Mon 23 Sep 2024

Child Employment Clarification for Sporting Clubs in Victoria

The Wage Inspectorate Victoria (WIV) has provided advice on child employment in community sports, stating that coaching, refereeing, or umpiring in low-risk sporting activities are not considered employment under Section 4A of the Child Employment Act 2003.

VIC Club News VIC

Sun 22 Sep 2024

Winners Preparing to Host an Olympian

Off the back of the successful Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Australian Sailing is thrilled to announce the official winners of the much anticipated Host an Olympian competition.

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Tue 10 Sep 2024

State Sailing Awards Presentations

The State Sailing Awards recognise the outstanding performances of sailors, volunteers, officials and clubs in our states and territories, with winners of the State Sailing Awards than automatically being nominated for the annual Australian Sailing Awards.

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Fri 16 Aug 2024

2024 Coach Development Webinar Series

Encourage your club and class association coaches to register for the 2024 Australian Sailing Coach Development Webinar Series.

ACT NSW NT QLD SA VIC WA TAS

Fri 16 Aug 2024

Zhik Youth Sail events are now open

The Zhik Youth Sail events are now open for online entries and all junior and youth sailors are encouraged to attend.

ACT NSW QLD TAS SA VIC WA NT

Fri 16 Aug 2024

Discover Sailing Month

The 2024 sailing season is on the horizon, and with the Australian Sailing Team’s success at the Paris 2024 Olympics, there has never been a better time to open your doors and welcome newcomers to your club.

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Fri 16 Aug 2024