News - Australian Sailing

North and Far North Queensland sporting clubs to share in $30 million

Sport and Recreation clubs and local councils impacted by the floods in North and Far North Queensland in early 2025 can now apply for a share in $30 million to help repair and rebuild damaged facilities.

QLD QLD Club News

Sun 27 Jul 2025

Multi talents at 74 Islands Distillery Airlie Beach Race Week

Over 130 entries have been received to-date for 74 Islands Distillery Airlie Beach Race Week and among them are a good roll-up from the multihulls taking to the water in the Racing, Passage and Weta 4.4 divisions.

Events QLD

Wed 23 Jul 2025

Entries come from far afield as SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week prepares to unfold

All competitors will have equal amount of racing and fun at 2025 SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week (SMIRW), to be held from 28 August to 3 September.

QLD Events

Thu 10 Jul 2025

Empowering Women in Wing SUP through Instructor Upskilling: Case Study

With support from Queensland Government funding, Australian Sailing launched a regional upskilling initiative focused on introducing and empowering female instructors in the fast-growing sport of Wing SUP (Stand Up Paddle).

QLD

Thu 03 Jul 2025

Certified Assistance Dogs Sail Too: How Clubs Across Australia Are Embracing Inclusivity — Paws and All

As sailing clubs seek to grow inclusivity and participation, there’s one crew member you might not have thought of — certified assistance dogs. From safety boats to yacht decks, projects like the Saltwater Veterans Sailing Project are showing that with simple adjustments, sailing can truly welcome everyone — paws and all. Is your club ready to embrace these important teams?

NSW ACT VIC SA TAS WA QLD

Tue 24 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

National ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA

Wed 18 Jun 2025

Australian Sports Boat Association Launches Touring Trophy Series

The Australian Sports Boat Association (ASBA) has announced a dynamic new initiative to enhance participation and connectivity within the sports boat community – the ASBA Touring Trophy series.

ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA

Wed 18 Jun 2025

Vintage Yacht Regatta Celebrates Fifty Years of Timber Yachts and Tradition

The Queensland Cruising Yacht Club will host the 50th Vintage Yacht Regatta from 18 to 20 July 2025 at Shorncliffe, celebrating five decades of timber yachts, traditional seamanship and spirited racing on Moreton Bay.

Events QLD

Wed 11 Jun 2025

Discover Sailing Centre in Focus - Southport Yacht Club Academy

Southport Yacht Clubs Academy is proud to be one of the biggest Discover Sailing Centres welcoming participants from all over the area the enjoyment of learning to sail.

National Club in Focus QLD

Wed 04 Jun 2025

Final opportunity to enter Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta

This is a final call to female sailors who would like to race Australia’s premier all-female regatta, the 2025 Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta (AWKR)!

Events NSW TAS VIC QLD SA WA

Wed 04 Jun 2025

Nominations Open for 2025 Australian Sailing Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Australian Sailing State and National Awards

National ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA

Mon 02 Jun 2025

Celebrating the Wadley's: Volunteer Champions of Tinaroo Sailing Club

Roger and Annette Wadley are proof of how volunteers can have an incredible impact on clubs and communities which earned them the 2024 Australian Sailing - Queensland Volunteer of the Year award.

National QLD

Fri 23 May 2025

Entries surpass 100 for 74 Islands Distillery Airlie Beach Race Week

As entries breach the century mark, Whitsunday Sailing Club is pleased to announce that 74 Islands Distillery has signed up as Naming Rights Sponsor for 2025 Airlie Beach Race Week, adding to excitement following the recent announcement of the Whitsundays and Townsville being selected as venues for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games Sailing Competition.

QLD Events

Thu 15 May 2025

More join party for Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta

Eighteen entries representing Queensland, Northern Territory, South Australia, NSW and Victoria have so far been received for the 2025 Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta (AWKR).

Events VIC NSW ACT QLD NT WA SA TAS

Wed 14 May 2025

Empower Your Club at the 2025 Australian Sailing Summit Roadshows

Australian Sailing invites all club and class association leaders to the 2025 Sailing Summit Roadshows. These free events are essential for committee members, general managers, sailing managers, and key officials aiming to enhance their club's success.

NSW ACT VIC QLD TAS SA WA National

Thu 01 May 2025

Entries Open for the 2025 Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race

The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) and race sponsor, Noakes Group, are pleased to announce that entries are now open for the 37th running of the Noakes Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race.

Events NSW QLD

Tue 22 Apr 2025

Queensland Women & Girls Upskill as Officials Project (2024–2025)

Australian Sailing Queensland has launched a series of dedicated information sessions designed specifically for women and girls.

National QLD

Thu 17 Apr 2025

Come to Airlie Beach Race Week where fun doesn’t set with the sun

Just a short time from entries opening for Airlie Beach Race Week (ABRW) 2025, keen competitors started committing to the fun event and with 60 entries received to-date.

QLD Events

Wed 16 Apr 2025