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2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Entries Open

The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) is pleased to welcome entries for eligible yachts for the 2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.

National NSW

Wed 12 Jul 2023

Youth Squad Preparation Complete - Athletes to Compete at Class Worlds or European Championships

The Inaugural Youth Squad preparation activity for 2023 is now complete as sailors embark on Class Worlds or European Championships.

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Fri 07 Jul 2023

NSW Performance Pathways Youth Training Sessions

Throughout April and May 2023, the NSW Performance Pathways team facilitated three training weekends in targeted youth classes aligned to the Performance Pathway.

National NSW Youth Participation and Growth

Fri 07 Jul 2023

Club in Focus: Lake Cootharaba Sailing Club

Situated on the beautiful Noosa River in south-east Queensland, the Lake Cootharaba Sailing Club (LCSC) is completely owned and operated by volunteers and is widely regarded as a friendly, family-orientated club at which visitors are most welcome.

Club in Focus National QLD

Tue 04 Jul 2023

How to Start Your Sailing Journey Today - Discover Sailing

Are you interested in sailing but don’t know where to start? Been wanting to get involved but not sure who to contact? There’s no better time to start your sailing journey, with clubs around Australia waiting to welcome you into their local communities.

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Mon 03 Jul 2023

Participation Month to Highlight the best of Grassroots Sailing

Throughout 2023 Australian Sailing is spotlighting specific themes that are integral to the fabric of the sailing community across our nation. This July, Australian Sailing is proud to shine the spotlight on participation at every level and is excited to highlight the tireless work of clubs, class associations and Discover Sailing Centres nation-wide.

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Sat 01 Jul 2023

Incident Reports Published

Two incident reports have been published by Australian Sailing. The first incident concerns the loss of rudders in the Sydney Hobart Yacht Race and the second, an incident at the 2023 Teakle Classic Lincoln Week Regatta resulting in the death of a person.

National Safety

Fri 30 Jun 2023

2023 SheSails Leadership Conference – Save the Date!

Australian Sailing is excited to announce the return of the highly anticipated 2023 SheSails Leadership Conference, with this year’s event set to make waves by becoming the first ever SheSails event with an international lineup of industry speakers.

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Wed 21 Jun 2023

Australian Sailing mourns passing of Sir James Hardy OBE

Sailing in Australia has lost one of its most loved identities, with Sir James Hardy OBE passing away in Adelaide aged 90

National

Thu 15 Jun 2023

Sailors Recognised in 2023 King’s Birthday Honours

Several sailors have been recognised for their outstanding service and achievements in the 2023 King’s Birthday Honours.

National

Tue 13 Jun 2023

Nominations Open for new-look 2023 Australian Sailing Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2023 Australian Sailing Awards, with the annual state events set to recognise clubs and members in all States and Territories for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the sailing community over the past year.

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Fri 02 Jun 2023

Yachting Western Victoria: Embracing the Rich Maritime Legacy

Yachting Western Victoria has long been at the forefront of promoting sailing and fostering a vibrant yachting community in the Western Region of Victoria and Southeast South Australia

National Club in Focus VIC

Thu 01 Jun 2023

Australian Sailing supports Pride Month

Australian Sailing is proud to throw its support behind Pride Month this year, as the governing body for the sport looks to ensure all Australians feel welcome at their local sailing club.

National

Thu 01 Jun 2023

Port Esperance Sailing Club rebuilding for the future

In March 2020 Port Esperance Sailing Club lost their clubhouse and sailing dinghies in a devastating fire

National TAS News

Tue 30 May 2023

A Discover Sailing Experience with Jessica Watson

Two lucky winners from the Sunshine Coast recently had the Discover Sailing experience of a lifetime – learning to sail with Australian Sailing Hall of Fame Inductee, Jessica Watson OAM.

National

Mon 29 May 2023

Have your say: sport participation survey now open

All Australians are invited to have their say on the development of the nation’s first codesigned National Sport Participation Strategy through an online survey.

National

Sun 28 May 2023

Celebrating our Volunteers: Peter Kinsman

Winner of the 2022 Australian Sailing Volunteer of the Year Award, Peter Kinsman makes an extraordinary contribution as a volunteer at Rye Yacht Club (RYC) and has done so for more than the ten years. Known as the club ‘handyman’, Peter volunteers across multiple roles and is always happy to volunteer his time no matter the situation or challenge.

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Wed 24 May 2023

Team Australia Challenge applications open for Women’s and Youth America’s Cup sailors - CLOSING SOON

With the Team Australia Challenge (TAC) confirmed to race in the Youth and Women’s America’s Cup in Barcelona 2024, local organisers have been receiving expressions of interest from around the country online – with the application period due to close on May 31st.

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Tue 16 May 2023