News - Australian Sailing

Website accessibility tool highlights Australian Sailing’s commitment to inclusion

Australian Sailing is continuing to drive inclusion across the sport with the launch of a new accessibility website tool.

National

Wed 14 Dec 2022

Path to Paris starts at Sail Sydney

With a fleet of almost 250 boats on the entry list, the 2022 Sail Sydney regatta is set to shape a huge domestic summer season for many of Australia’s top sailors

National

Tue 13 Dec 2022

Skippers confirmed for World Match Racing Tour Final 2022

The line-up for the World Match Racing Tour Final 2022 has been confirmed, with 10 teams invited for the inaugural Tour event to be sailed on Sydney Harbour.

National NSW News

Thu 08 Dec 2022

Sail Melbourne to return to Port Phillip in January 2023 – Registration now open!

An International World Sailing ranking event, Sail Melbourne is set to return to Port Phillip this summer, with competition taking place from the 14-18 January 2023.

National VIC News

Wed 07 Dec 2022

Stars of AFLW, Netball and more set sail with SheSails

What happens when a group of powerhouse women from all walks of sporting life try sailing for the first time? Read on.

National VIC

Thu 01 Dec 2022

Blue Robinson joins America's Cup Hall Of Fame Selection Committee.

Australian writer and sailor Blue Robinson has been elected to join the America's Cup Hall Of Fame Selection Committee.

National

Mon 28 Nov 2022

Australian Sailing CEO among AIS Leadership Award Finalists

Australian Sailing CEO Ben Houston has been named as a finalist for the Australian Institute of Sport’s Award for Leadership at the 2022 AIS Sport Performance Awards (ASPAs).

National

Mon 21 Nov 2022

Entries Open for 2023 Australian Yachting Championships

Entries for the Australian Yachting Championships are now open, with the prestigious event set to be held from February 17-23, 2023 at Port Lincoln Yacht Club (PLYC) in South Australia.

National SA News

Fri 18 Nov 2022

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

Heather McCallum appointed as Australian Sailing Board Director

Heather McCallum has been appointed to the Board of Australian Sailing.

National

Tue 08 Nov 2022

Sailing Legends Inducted to Australian Sailing Hall of Fame

Australian sailing legends will receive the sport’s highest accolade, with four inductees to the Australian Sailing Hall of Fame at the Australian Sailing Awards Dinner, on Friday November 4, at the Australian National Maritime Museum.

National Hall of Fame

Fri 04 Nov 2022

Slingsby, Stransky and Symonds dominate Australian Sailing Awards

Australian sailing stars Tom Slingsby OAM, Mara Stransky OLY and Chris Symonds have been recognised for their incredible achievements at tonight’s Australian Sailing Awards, with the trio taking out Male Sailor of the Year, Female Sailor of the Year and Para Sailor of the Year respectively.

National

Fri 04 Nov 2022

Female Sailor of the Year Finalists Announced

Three outstanding sailors have been recognised as finalists in the Female Sailor of the Year category for the 2022 Australian Sailing Awards, with their competition results speaking for themselves. The winner will be announced tomorrow night at the Australian National Maritime Museum during the first in-person awards event since 2019.

National

Thu 03 Nov 2022

Male Sailor of the Year Finalists Announced

Always a highly competitive division, each of the 2022 Male Sailor of the Year finalists have achieved some of the highest accolades in sailing, with numerous Olympic and World Championship Gold medals between them. The winner will be announced at the Australian Sailing Awards in Sydney on November 4, where the entire sailing community will celebrate their high-performance achievements.

National

Wed 02 Nov 2022

A thanks to outgoing Australian Sailing President, Daniel Belcher

Australian Sailing would like to extend its most sincere gratitude and thanks Daniel Belcher, who finished his time as President of the governing body for the sport of sailing at the most recent Annual General Meeting.

National

Wed 02 Nov 2022

2022 Australian Sailing Awards Celebrate National Volunteer Finalists

Volunteers are incredibly valued in the Australian Sailing community. Always a near impossible task to separate them, four finalists have been chosen for the 2022 Australian Sailing Awards, with their commitment, experience and willingness to help clear through their continued dedication to their communities.

National

Tue 01 Nov 2022

Club Excellence Celebrated as Finalists Announced for National Awards

Clubs are the lifeblood of sailing in Australia - introducing members to the sport, fostering passion, and encouraging participation. Three finalists from around Australia have been selected for the Club of the Year category at the 2022 Australian Sailing Awards, with their programs and successes speaking for themselves.

National

Mon 31 Oct 2022

Top Coaches Announced as Finalists for Australian Sailing Awards

Four coaches have been announced as finalists for the Australian Sailing Awards, with the winner to be announced at the Australian National Maritime Museum on Friday November 4.

National

Thu 27 Oct 2022