News - Australian Sailing

Whitworths Tackers Boat Program putting kids in boats

The Whitworths Tackers Program has once again proved a major success in 2023, with the generosity of Whitworths securing the sponsored purchase of 30 Ozi Opti Tackers boats and 150 sails at Tackers Centres around Australia.

National Participation and Growth

Mon 31 Jul 2023

Australian Sailing supports additional Athlete Funding Package

Australian Sailing has today announced its support for the Paris 2024 Olympic & Paralympic Preparation Fund delivered by the Federal Government.

National

Wed 26 Jul 2023

How to Start Your Sailing Journey Today - SailPass

Are you interested in getting involved in your local sailing club but don’t know where to start?

National Participation and Growth ACT NSW QLD VIC TAS NT WA SA

Fri 21 Jul 2023

Australian Sailing provide Tackers Boats to the Solomon Islands

Sailing is set to grow in the Solomon Islands with the recently delivered 10 new Tackers Boats.

National

Tue 18 Jul 2023

Register Now for the 2023 SheSails Leadership Conference

Registrations are now open for the highly anticipated 2023 SheSails Leadership Conference, which is set to feature an incredible lineup of keynote speakers from the Australian Sailing Team (AST), America’s Cup 2024 Team Australia Challenge (TAC) and Emirates Team New Zealand – America’s Cup (ETNZ).

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS SheSails

Mon 17 Jul 2023

Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia Investing in the Next Generation

Two years ago, the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia (CYCSA) purchased six Elliot 7’s with a strategic focus on establishing and developing a Youth Sailing Foundation and Squad.

National Participation and Growth SA Youth

Fri 14 Jul 2023

2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Entries Open

The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) is pleased to welcome entries for eligible yachts for the 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.

National NSW

Wed 12 Jul 2023

Youth Squad Preparation Complete - Athletes to Compete at Class Worlds or European Championships

The Inaugural Youth Squad preparation activity for 2023 is now complete as sailors embark on Class Worlds or European Championships.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS Youth

Fri 07 Jul 2023

NSW Performance Pathways Youth Training Sessions

Throughout April and May 2023, the NSW Performance Pathways team facilitated three training weekends in targeted youth classes aligned to the Performance Pathway.

National NSW Youth Participation and Growth

Fri 07 Jul 2023

Club in Focus: Lake Cootharaba Sailing Club

Situated on the beautiful Noosa River in south-east Queensland, the Lake Cootharaba Sailing Club (LCSC) is completely owned and operated by volunteers and is widely regarded as a friendly, family-orientated club at which visitors are most welcome.

Club in Focus National QLD

Tue 04 Jul 2023

How to Start Your Sailing Journey Today - Discover Sailing

Are you interested in sailing but don’t know where to start? Been wanting to get involved but not sure who to contact? There’s no better time to start your sailing journey, with clubs around Australia waiting to welcome you into their local communities.

National Participation and Growth ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS

Mon 03 Jul 2023

Participation Month to Highlight the best of Grassroots Sailing

Throughout 2023 Australian Sailing is spotlighting specific themes that are integral to the fabric of the sailing community across our nation. This July, Australian Sailing is proud to shine the spotlight on participation at every level and is excited to highlight the tireless work of clubs, class associations and Discover Sailing Centres nation-wide.

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Sat 01 Jul 2023

Incident Reports Published

Two incident reports have been published by Australian Sailing. The first incident concerns the loss of rudders in the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the second, an incident at the 2023 Teakle Classic Lincoln Week Regatta resulting in the death of a person.

National Safety

Fri 30 Jun 2023

2023 SheSails Leadership Conference – Save the Date!

Australian Sailing is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated 2023 SheSails Leadership Conference, with this year’s event set to make waves by becoming the first ever SheSails event with an international lineup of industry speakers.

National ACT NSW QLD VIC NT WA SA TAS SheSails

Wed 21 Jun 2023

Australian Sailing mourns passing of Sir James Hardy OBE

Sailing in Australia has lost one of its most loved identities, with Sir James Hardy OBE passing away in Adelaide aged 90

National

Thu 15 Jun 2023

Sailors Recognised in 2023 King’s Birthday Honours

Several sailors have been recognised for their outstanding service and achievements in the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours.

National

Tue 13 Jun 2023

Nominations Open for new-look 2023 Australian Sailing Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2023 Australian Sailing Awards, with the annual state events set to recognise clubs and members in all States and Territories for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the sailing community over the past year.

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Fri 02 Jun 2023

Yachting Western Victoria: Embracing the Rich Maritime Legacy

Yachting Western Victoria has long been at the forefront of promoting sailing and fostering a vibrant yachting community in the Western Region of Victoria and Southeast South Australia

National Club in Focus VIC

Thu 01 Jun 2023