News

How times are changing – and fast!

Almost 100 years of Manly 16ft Skiff Club history is a race away from being turned on its head after Red Pumps Red tightened its grip on the 2025/26 club championship with back-to-back podium finishes at the weekend.

NSW

Wed 18 Feb 2026

Aussies Claim Victory in Auckland for a Second Time

Tom Slingsby and the BONDS Flying Roos carry winning form into Sydney Harbour homecoming in two weeks.

NSW

Tue 17 Feb 2026

Classic Yacht Measurement Day

Cruising Yacht Club of Australia and The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club are hosting a Classic Boat Measurement Day on 22 February 2026.

NSW

Mon 16 Feb 2026

New ORC champions and other winners declared at Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta

A third and final overcast day of dealing with unpredictable conditions at the 2026 Pantaenius Australia Pittwater Regatta – it can’t always been sunshine and roses and there was good racing after delays – plus sunshine here and there at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club’s event.

NSW

Mon 16 Feb 2026

Next Gen Challenge Reminder

Would you like the chance to win a behind-the-scenes Technical Tour in the week leading up to the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix?

NSW VIC QLD SA WA NT TAS

Sun 15 Feb 2026

Meet The BONDS Flying Roos Athletes in Sydney!

In the lead-up to the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix on 28 February-1 March, the three-time SailGP Champions, the BONDS Flying Roos, are heading to Brookvale and local fans are invited to come down and meet their homegrown heroes.

NSW

Fri 13 Feb 2026

Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race: First in best dressed!

A dozen owners were quick off the mark when entries opened for the 40th Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race, the annual 226 nautical mile classic, starting at 1pm on 27 March and hosted by Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC).

NSW

Thu 12 Feb 2026

Racer CC crew crowned new champions at Brian Hilton - Ineos Grenadier Etchells NSW Championship

Hong Kong’s Racer CC crew of Mark Thornburrow/Julian Plante/Malcolm Page/Mike Huang were this afternoon crowned new champions of the Brian Hilton - Ineos Grenadier 2026 International Etchells NSW Championship at Gosford Sailing Club (GSC).

NSW

Sun 08 Feb 2026

Registrations Open for 2026 Sailing Summits

Registrations are now open for this year's Sailing Summits.

National NSW ACT NT QLD VIC SA TAS WA

Tue 03 Feb 2026

Super 40 & TP52 Australia Classes unite for 2026

Inspired by the Admiral’s Cup format which combines teams within two rating bands, the TP52 Australia Class has invited the Super 40 Class to take part in the Pallas Capital Gold Cup 2026.

NSW Events

Mon 02 Feb 2026

One Month to Go Until the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix!

Today marks ONE MONTH TO GO until the KPMG SYDNEY SAIL GRAND PRIX hits the iconic Sydney Harbour for a record seventh time!

National NSW

Wed 28 Jan 2026

2026 Zhik Foil Down Under: Zhik iQFOiL and Wing Foil Nationals Set to Take Over Wangi Wangi

Wangi Wangi will become the epicentre of foiling in Australia this January, hosting the 2026 Zhik Foil Down Under: Australia iQFOiL and Wing Foil Nationals, a premier event celebrating the fastest-growing disciplines in sailing.

NSW Events

Fri 16 Jan 2026

Pride Regatta Returns to Sydney Harbour

Sydney Harbour will once again come alive with colour, community and competition when the Pride Regatta returns for its second year, bringing together LGBTQ+ sailors, allies and sailing clubs from across the harbour for a joyful celebration of diversity in sailing.

NSW

Tue 13 Jan 2026

13ft Skiff Australian Championship Wrap-up

Champion skipper Heidi Bates has hinted her unprecedented reign as the queen of the 13s class may be coming to an end after she secured a second straight title at the Australian Championships.

NSW ACT

Mon 12 Jan 2026

Zhik Youth Sail 2026 - Save the Dates

Dates and host clubs are locked in for the Zhik Youth Sail 2026 events. With events happening nationwide, now’s the perfect time to add them to your calendar!

National VIC NSW ACT WA QLD TAS NT SA

Mon 12 Jan 2026

Race Around Australia returns forty years on from Bicentennial

The Shorthanded Ocean Racing Association of Australia Inc (SHORAA) is proud to announce the Race Around Australia 2028 (RAA), a doublehanded yacht race, forty years after and in the spirit of the 1988 Bicentennial race.

National NSW

Mon 05 Jan 2026

2026 Tri Search 12ft Skiff Interdominion Championship coming to Sydney Harbour

The 2026 triSearch 12ft Skiff Interdominion Championship is coming to Sydney Harbour from 3-10 January, when up to 30 entries spanning NSW, Queensland and New Zealand are expected to take part, among them second and third placegetters from last year and past winners.

NSW

Mon 05 Jan 2026

Australia Day 2026 Harbour Parade: Registrations now open!

There’s no better place to be on Australia Day than sparkling Sydney Harbour! Here’s your chance to be part of the annual Harbour Parade where you can dress up your boat and crew.

NSW Events

Wed 17 Dec 2025