Australian Sailing WA Awards 2023 - Finalists Announced
We are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023 WA Sailing Awards.
WA
Australia celebrates Australia II’s 40th Anniversary of Success
September 26th 2023 marks the 40 year anniversary of the Australia II crew winning the prestigious America’s Cup. In an event that truly stopped the nation, and indeed many others, the iconic America’s Cup win shaped the very fabric of the Australian sporting landscape by instilling the support of the “under dog” and the never give up Aussie attitude in popular culture.
National
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Australians are being urged to put the “great” back in to the great outdoors
As it's Sustainability Month here at Australian Sailing, we would like to highlight one of our Supported Organisations, Clean Up Australia, and their new campaign for September the 'Great Spring Clean'.
National
Club in Focus – Port Kembla Sailing Club
Situated on the northern shore of Lake Illawarra at Berkeley harbour, is Port Kembla Sailing Club. Lake Illawarra, ‘pleasant place by the sea’, from the Dharawal, is said to be one of the most picturesque spots on the coast.
National
Club in Focus
NSW
Australian Sailing NSW & ACT Awards 2023 - Finalists Announced
We are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023 NSW/ACT Sailing Awards. We received 89 nominations across the 16 categories. Nominations have come from clubs big and small and from members across the state & territory.
ACT
NSW
Australian Sailing Victorian State Sailing Award Finalists Announced
We are thrilled to unveil the full list of exceptional finalists who have been nominated for the prestigious Australian Sailing Victorian State Award. These individuals, groups, and clubs have made remarkable contributions to the sailing community, demonstrating their dedication, passion, and unwavering support.
Vic Club News
VIC
Sustainability Month to Highlight Importance of Clean Practice in Sailing
Throughout 2023 Australian Sailing is spotlighting specific themes that our sailing community has noted are important to them. This September, Australian Sailing is proud to shine the spotlight on sustainability in our sport, and the innovative ways in which clubs, class associations and other affiliated organisations are reducing their environmental impact.
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NSW
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VIC
NT
WA
SA
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Strategic
Moving up - Class transition tips for sailing pathways
Sailing offers many options to enjoy the sport for life. With multiple pathways, classes, and opportunities available to choose from, some people choose one pathway enjoying years of sailing to master their chosen class, whilst some change often, and some choose more than one pathway and more than one class to sail in parallel to another.
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Participation and Growth
Australian Sailing Partners with Zhik on Youth Sail Series
Australian Sailing is excited to be able to announce long term partner Zhik has agreed to come on board with support for the 2023 and 2024 Youth Sail Series
National
CYCSA Youth Team hits the world stage
Representing South Australia and Australia, the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia and the Youth Sailing Foundation Team are taking part in the Youth Final in Kiel, Germany from Friday 1st September to Sunday 3rd September.
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SA
Funding Opportunities for Clubs In Queensland - SEPTEMBER 2023
Here is a list of current funding opportunities opening soon. A good chance to have a look to see if there is anything to suit your club.
QLD
Australian Sailing TAS Awards - Finalists Announced
We are pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023 TAS Sailing Awards. Nominations have come from clubs big and small and across the state. They include sailors from all different classes, volunteers who put in incredible hours to help their clubs, instructors and coaches who are working for our sport and the promoters who use technology and social media to make sure we hear about sailing.
TAS
Blow me one last KISS
Queenscliff Cruising Yacht Club’s successful second running of their KISS (Keelboat Introduction to Sailing Savvy) program for women, by women, came to its pinnacle on Saturday 26 August 2023 with the 26nm Passage Rally from Brighton to Queenscliff.
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SheSails
General Manager - Victoria Monthly Update August 2023
In this update, you will find the following: (this is a long one)
• New Boatshed Manager
• Class and Association Webinar
• Discover Sailing Month -
• She Sails - Networking day at Albert Park Yacht Club
• Covid Vaccine Update
• Funding
VIC Club News
VICGM
‘LET’S GET IT ON’ DEFENDS TITLE
Garry Holt, Skipper of ‘Get It On’, has enthusiastically confirmed his participation in the 14th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta which is Southeast Queensland's largest regatta, scheduled from September 30th to October 2nd, 2023. (Registration Friday, September 29th)
QLD
Portable Shade Project 2023
Shade helps protect children from skin cancer and the sun by reducing UVR exposure by up to 75%. Help kids and your organisation become SunSmart.
QLD
Final Hamilton Island Race Week blast
A final blast to the Molle Islands and back in trade winds up to 22 knots closed out the 38th Hamilton Island Race Week and decided the trophy winners in divisions where the top placings were still up for grabs.
QLD
Magic fast sailing at Hamilton Island Race Week on penultimate day
Hamilton Island Race Week’s 60-foot multihull behemoth Rex came close to their top speed on the penultimate day, hitting 37.8 knots of boat speed in the fresh south-easterlies.
QLD