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Now Open: Women, Girls and Youth Officials' Mentor Program 2026–2027

Australian Sailing has opened Expressions of Interest for the Women, Girls and Youth Officials' Mentor Program for the 2026–2027 season. The program is part of Australian Sailing's Instructor, Coach and Official Development Strategy, and reflects Focus Area 1 of that strategy — Put People First — which recognises that developing people is central to growing a strong officiating community.
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Fri 19 Jun 2026

Melbourne turns it on for final day of Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta

Melbourne turned it on for the final day of the 34th Australian Keelboat Regatta (AWKR), cranking up the breeze and sunshine on Port Phillip – it was nothing short of magic, especially given the extra light conditions of the first two days – so Race Officer Laura Hughson was able to set three races today and winners are decided.
VIC
Mon 08 Jun 2026

Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta – one race and changes on the board

A beautiful winter day in Melbourne for Day 2 at the 34th Australian Keelboat Regatta (AWKR), but once again, the wind gods were laughing out loud and made the fleet wait until 12.15pm before a weak northerly saw fit to filter onto Port Phillip – and in the vicinity of Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, organiser of the regatta.
VIC
Sun 07 Jun 2026

Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta – a special event

The Australian Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) brings together people from all walks, all here for the common purpose of sailing in Australia’s premiere women’s keelboat event, to improve sailing skills and meet old friends and new people, who bond together as one, for what all say a “warm, welcoming and bonding weekend.”
VIC
Sun 07 Jun 2026

Wet and light conditions beset Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta opener

With the forecast for light conditions on for Days 2 and 3 of the 34th Australian Keelboat Regatta (AWKR), Race Officer Laura Hughson told competing crews to expect three races on this opening day, but the day was light with some Chinese water torture thrown in along with protests and only one race was possible.
VIC
Sat 06 Jun 2026

Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta kicks off Friday

Thirty-six all-female crews are arriving in Melbourne ready to challenge for the 34th Australian Keelboat Regatta (AWKR), to be held on Port Phillip over the King’s Birthday weekend from 5-8 June, 2026 and hosted by Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron.
VIC
Tue 02 Jun 2026

KISS 2026 launched - Watch What Happens!

The Ocean Racing Club of Victoria launched the fourth edition of the KISS (Keelboat Introduction to Sailing Savvy) 2026 program at Royal Brighton Yacht Club on 15 April with a “Meet Your KISS Team” interactive event.
VIC
Thu 30 Apr 2026

Drifting Dreaming for Jennifer Goldsmith Trophy 2026

Port Phillip Women’s Championship Series (PPWCS) 2025-26 Race Day 4 hosted by Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron on Sunday 19 April 2026 showcased their annual signature female helm Jennifer Goldsmith Trophy event. Autumnal weather challenged the fleet......
VIC
Tue 28 Apr 2026