News

More Opportunities for Women and Girls in Sailing Thanks to Major Federal Funding Boost

Women and girls across Australia will soon have more opportunities to get involved in sailing thanks to a $927,000 investment awarded to Australian Sailing through the Australian Government’s Play Our Way program.

National

Tue 05 Aug 2025

Sailing to debut at Malta 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games

Australian Sailing is thrilled to confirm that sailing will feature for the first time at the 2027 Commonwealth Youth Games, to be held across the islands of Malta and Gozo.

National

Fri 01 Aug 2025

AST and Element 6 Continue Elite Partnership Towards LA 2028

As the focus shifts to the LA 2028 Olympic Games, the AST is proud to announce the continuation of its partnership with Element 6 Evolution as the exclusive supplier of ILCA equipment to the national squads.

National

Fri 01 Aug 2025

VALE Lindsay Cunningham AM

Australian Sailing is mourning the passing of legendary sailor, multihull designer and Australian Sailing Hall of Fame Inductee, Lindsay Cunningham AM.

National

Wed 30 Jul 2025

2025 Australian Para Sailing Championships

World Sailing are holding an inaugural Inclusion Championships in Oman on 3-8 December.

Events National VIC WA

Mon 28 Jul 2025

New National Participation Review Calls for the Australian Sailing Community to Unite

Australian Sailing has released a recent Participation Review that reveals key challenges to growing our sport at the same time as outlining a bold, nationally aligned plan to revitalise the sport across the country.

National

Fri 25 Jul 2025

All Female Race Officer Course a Great Success in Tasmania

When Australian Sailing Race Officer Presenter Ian Ross, himself a well-known, experienced and respected National Race Officer, turned up at the Derwent Sailing Squadron to present his most recent Race Officer Course he almost couldn't believe his eyes.

TAS National

Thu 24 Jul 2025

Join the Global Push to Reinstating Para Sailing at Brisbane 2032

World Sailing is inviting the global sailing community to take part in a series of three upcoming webinars focused on Para Inclusive Strategy and the campaign to see the sport return to the Brisbane 2032 Paralympic Games.

National

Tue 15 Jul 2025

Discover Sailing Centre in Focus - Royal Perth Yacht Club

Nestled on the shores of the Swan River in Perth, the Royal Perth Yacht Club’s Discover Sailing Centre has been welcoming over 500 participants annually to experience the thrill of sailing on the water.

National Club in Focus WA

Wed 09 Jul 2025

Australian Sailing welcomes Malcolm Page OAM as new CEO

Australian Sailing is pleased to announce the appointment of respected sports administrator and dual Olympic gold medallist Malcolm Page OAM OLY as its new Chief Executive Officer

National

Tue 01 Jul 2025

VALE Hugh Treharne OAM

The Australian sailing community is mourning the passing of one of its greatest contributors, Hugh Treharne OAM, who died peacefully surrounded by his loving family

National

Wed 25 Jun 2025

Support the 2025 Australian Youth Sailing World Championships Team

Australian Sailing has set up a Fundraising Project where you can support the 2025 Australian Youth Sailing World Championships team by making a tax-deductible donation

National

Sat 21 Jun 2025

Report from the Sydney Harbour Friday Twilight Inquiry published

Australian Sailing has published the findings of the Sydney Harbour Friday Twilight Inquiry

National

Fri 20 Jun 2025

ZHIK and Australian Sailing renew podium-winning partnership for a fourth Olympic cycle

Zhik and Australian Sailing are proud to celebrate the extension of their partnership, one built on innovation, elite performance and podium success

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Wed 18 Jun 2025

Australian Sailing celebrates 75th Anniversary

On this day 75 years ago, the Australian Yachting Federation (later Australian Sailing) became the first governing body for the sport of sailing in Australia.

National

Mon 16 Jun 2025

CYCA Publishes Report Reviewing three incidents in 2024 RSHYR

The CYCA has published the report reviewing the three incidents in the 2024 Rolex Sydney Hobart and Commits to Implementing Safety Recommendations

National

Fri 13 Jun 2025

Zhik Club Rewards Program

As a long-standing supporter of Australian Sailing and its grassroots development, our partners at Zhik are proud to announce a new initiative designed specifically for local sailing clubs.

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Fri 13 Jun 2025

Australian Sailing - Marketing Toolkits

To assist Clubs and Discover Sailing Centres (DSCs) in promoting their activities, events and membership options, Australian Sailing has developed a range of free and downloadable marketing resources.

National

Fri 13 Jun 2025