News - Australian Sailing

Vale Tim Cox AM

The sailing community, particularly those involved in safety and the administration of offshore racing in NSW are saddened and mourning the loss of Tim Cox AM who passed away on Thursday, 4 April 2024, aged 77

National NSW

Mon 08 Apr 2024

Competitors ready for 2024 Pittwater Regatta

Organisers at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC) are pleased to announce a new Super 40 division for their Pittwater Regatta, to be held from 9-11 February, 2024 and incorporating the ORC NSW Championship.

NSW Club News NSW

Fri 19 Jan 2024

Club in Focus - Botany Bay Yacht Club

Botany Bay Yacht Club (BBYC) was founded in 1964 and is now celebrating its 60th season.

Club in Focus National NSW NSW Club News

Tue 16 Jan 2024

2022 Sail Sydney – the countdown is on!

With less than one month to go and close to 200 registrations Sail Sydney 2022 is expecting the largest fleet in the event's history. Large fleets will provide great competition and plenty of spectating and social opportunities.

National NSW

Thu 17 Nov 2022

Club in Focus: Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club

Right in the heart of the working harbour of Newcastle, Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club (NCYC) sits peacefully away from the comings and goings of cargo ships. Founded in 1994 by a small group of enthusiastic sailors, NCYC has grown at an exponential rate, regularly hosting community events as well as sailing-focused activities, and national titles, winning the Australian Sailing Club of the Year award in 2019.

Club in Focus National NSW

Mon 05 Sep 2022

Andoo Comanche wins Line Honours in 2022 Noakes Sydney Gold Coast

Andoo Comanche has claimed Line Honours in the 2022 Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race, on the legendary boat’s return to the Australian racing scene.

QLD Queensland NSW

Tue 02 Aug 2022

Local Team Takes out Mooloolaba Yacht Club Women’s Keelboat Regatta

Local crew, Team Orange, took out the 2022 Mooloolaba Women’s Keelboat Regatta over the weekend of May 13 -15, in some of the most challenging conditions seen in the event’s history.

QLD Queensland NSW

Wed 18 May 2022

Club in Focus: Jervis Bay Sailing Club (JBSC)

Jervis Bay Sailing Club (JBSC) is situated in Callala Bay NSW, surrounded by the crystal clear waters and diverse marine fauna of Jervis Bay. JBSC recently became an Australian Sailing accredited Discover Sailing Centre with the club now offering ‘learn to sail’ in the Dinghy and Powerboat programs.

Club in Focus NSW Club News NSW National

Wed 23 Feb 2022

Sail Sydney 2021 – ready to hit the Harbour

The 2021 Sail Sydney regatta is shaping up to provide quality sailing action with a large fleet of sailors keen to hit the water and compete after another disrupted year of racing.

National NSW NSW Club News

Tue 07 Dec 2021

SailGP’s Adopt-a-Club program launches in Sydney

The global league’s eight national teams partner with local clubs to support youth sailing programs in and around Sydney, Australia

Club News NSW Club News NSW

Mon 29 Nov 2021

2021 Sail Sydney – It's On!

Held annually on the waters of Sydney Harbour, this year’s Sail Sydney will take place from Thursday 9th to Sunday 12th December 2021.

National NSW NSW Club News

Mon 01 Nov 2021

Youth Sail NSW Cancelled for 2021

Australian Sailing is unfortunately announcing the cancellation of the 2021 Youth Sail NSW due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation in New South Wales. The event was scheduled to take place from 29 September – 4 October, incorporating a Coaching Clinic and the NSW State Youth Championships.

National NSW NSW Club News

Fri 20 Aug 2021

Club Conference Webinars to Resume in 2021

National VIC NSW ACT QLD WA SA TAS NT

Fri 04 Jun 2021

Hall of Fame Nominations Open for 2021 Inductees

Nominations have opened for inductions to the Australian Sailing Hall of Fame. An ongoing collaboration between Australian Sailing and the Australian National Maritime Museum, the Hall of Fame offers a platform to honour the most significant contributions and performances within the sport of sailing.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS Hall of Fame

Tue 01 Jun 2021

Northern Territory set for a bumper sailing season

2021 is proving to be another bumper sailing season in NT as the sport has been a popular choice for people whilst travel has been limited and with domestic tourists flocking to explore Australia’s Top End.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS

Tue 01 Jun 2021

Tasmanians heralded kings and queens of Newcastle

The Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania has claimed the ‘best sailing club’ crown, their exemplary crew work in gusty westerlies and ability to strategise under pressure landing the young team the coveted SAILING Champions League: Asia Pacific 2021 open win in Newcastle.

WA NT SA QLD NSW ACT VIC TAS

Mon 12 Apr 2021

SAILING Champions League Final part of huge Newcastle sporting weekend

Ten sailing teams from around Australia enjoyed a late burst of summer as part of a huge weekend of watersports hosted by the City of Newcastle.

WA NT SA QLD NSW ACT VIC TAS

Sat 10 Apr 2021

Club in Focus: Concord & Ryde Sailing Club (CRSC)

Concord & Ryde Sailing Club (CRSC) has been sailing Sydney’s Parramatta River between Putney and Rhodes since 1945 with the 2021 / 2021 season marking its 75th season! The CRSC culture is one of comradery on and off the water, focused on enjoying sailing with friendly competition. The club has several families who sail on a regular basis have three generations sailing in the one race.

Club in Focus National NSW

Thu 08 Apr 2021