News

John Calvert-Jones AM and Janet Calvert-Jones AC to support the future of SailLAB

Australian Sailing is delighted to announce that John Calvert-Jones AM and Janet Calvert-Jones AC have committed financial support to the organisation's innovative SailLAB initiative

National

Sun 14 Jun 2026

Whitworths Tackers Boat Program Recipients Announced

Australian Sailing is proud to announce the successful recipients of the 2026 Whitworths Tackers Boat Program

National

Wed 10 Jun 2026

Sailing Community Recognised in 2026 King’s Birthday Honours

Olympic gold medallist Dick Sargeant OAM headlines a distinguished group of sailing community members recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours

National

Mon 08 Jun 2026

Australian Sailing supports Pride Month

Australian Sailing is proud to celebrate Pride Month in 2026, reaffirming our commitment to fostering a sport where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to participate

National

Sat 06 Jun 2026

Australian Youth Match Racing Championship confirmed for Geelong 2026

The Royal Geelong Yacht Club has been confirmed as the host of the 2026 Australian Youth Match Racing Championships

National VIC

Fri 05 Jun 2026

Game Plan - Review Your Club and Improve

Australian Sailing is encouraging clubs to utilise the Australian Sports Commission's (ASC) free online platform, Game Plan, to review club operations, identify areas for improvement and build capability for the future.

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Tue 02 Jun 2026

Nominations Open for 2026 Australian Sailing State and National Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Australian Sailing State and National Awards

National ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA

Mon 01 Jun 2026

Clubs encouraged to prepare for Discover Sailing Month

Clubs and Discover Sailing Centres nationwide are being encouraged to start planning for the return of Discover Sailing Days this November.

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Mon 01 Jun 2026

Australian Sailing Launches RAP Working Group

Australian Sailing is proud to announce the formation of its inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Working Group - a significant milestone in the organisation's commitment to making sailing a truly inclusive sport for all Australians.

National

Thu 28 May 2026

Discover Sailing Centre in Focus: Westernport Yacht Club

Nestled on the shores of Balnarring Beach in Victoria, Westernport Yacht Club has been fostering a welcoming and passionate sailing community since its establishment in 1960.

National VIC Club News

Wed 27 May 2026

Australian Sailing mourns passing of Past President Bruce Dickson

Australian Sailing is mourning the passing of former President, Mr Bruce Ian Dickson AM

National

Fri 22 May 2026

54 Clubs Awarded Sail Our Way Grants in Round 2

54 Clubs Awarded Sail Our Way Grants in Round 2 to Continue Driving Women's Participation in Sailing

National

Wed 20 May 2026

Entries now open for Sail Melbourne 2026

Entries are officially open for Sail Melbourne 2026, one of Australia’s premier sailing regattas, set to bring together sailors from across the country and around the world.

National VIC General News

Mon 18 May 2026

PBs and Breakthrough Results for Australian Crews

The 2026 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 World Championships have concluded in Quiberon, France, with the regatta delivering everything from marginal winds and shifty conditions to brutal survival racing, testing the world's best Olympic sailors across an intense week of competition.

National

Mon 18 May 2026

Morris ready to rumble at iQFOiL European Championships

Racing at the iQFOiL European Championships gets underway on 18 May in Portimão, Portugal, with Australia’s Grae Morris set to return to a venue that holds strong memories.

National

Mon 18 May 2026

Australian ILCA Squad Ready to Take on European Champs

The ILCA European Championship gets underway this week in Kastela, Croatia, with Australia's top sailors primed for action on the Adriatic Sea following an intensive preparation period.

National

Mon 18 May 2026

Whitehead’s Rollercoaster Week at Kite Worlds

The 2026 Formula Kite World Championships came down to the finest of margins for Australian rider Breiana Whitehead, with every point proving critical in a dramatic week of racing in Portugal.

National

Mon 18 May 2026

Join us in Celebrating National Volunteer Week 2026

This week marks National Volunteer Week 2026, Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering, and Australian Sailing is proud to recognise the incredible volunteers who help our sport thrive across the country.

National

Mon 18 May 2026