Not just turns – penalties for breaking rule 42
So, you’ve been penalised for breaking rule 42 by a judge on the water. What next?
Ratings
News
Ratings new season on the horizon
The rating seasons are coming to an end with the new seasons coming into play in June and July.
Ratings
Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race Technical Inspections
Out of the 104 boats entered in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, 46 were selected for inspection with 40% of those presenting various issues.
Ratings
Amendments to the Special Regulations out for public comment
Three new amendments to the Special Regulations have been put forward for public comment from boat owners and interested clubs.
Safety
World Sailing Race Management Seminar
Australian Sailing is delighted to announce that we have secured a World Sailing Race Management Seminar, which will be held from Friday 4 to Sunday 6 September 2026 at The Boatshed in Albert Park, Melbourne.
Racing Rules Officials
Upcoming Integrity Webinars
Sport Integrity Australia is launching a new series of webinars aimed at helping sporting organisations manage integrity and protect their members and participants.
Integrity
Sampling island delights on Day 3 at Sail Port Stephens
After two days of spectacular racing on the bay of Port Stephens, crews in the record fleet participating in the 2026 Commodores Cup Passage Series were eager to tackle the longer and equally scenic racecourses around the magnificent offshore islands.
NSW
BYRA Peter Loft Marathon 2026
This year's Peter Loft Marathon starts at 12.00 Sunday 3rd May at BYRA on Pittwater.
NSW
TP52 Australia Building Pathways as Pallas Capital Gold Cup Gains Momentum
The TP52 Australia fleet returned to Sydney Harbour for Act 2 of the Pallas Capital Gold Cup, delivering seven sharp races in a classic Sydney westerly, but beyond the results, it is the strength and direction of the class that continues to stand out.
NSW
Regional Women and Girls Take to the Water at Cairn Curran
Women and girls from across Central Victoria recently had the opportunity to experience sailing in a welcoming and supportive environment, as Cairn Curran Sailing Club (CCSC) delivered a successful “Come Try Sailing” and Learn to Sail initiative.
VIC
VICSRCSGRANT
BYS Women’s Sportsboat Regatta 2026 Showcases the Rise of Female Leadership in Sailing
The BYS Women’s Sportsboat Regatta continues to demonstrate the growing strength, depth and leadership of female sailors in Australia’s competitive racing scene.
VIC
Announcing the 2026 Australian Sailing National Youth Squad
Australian Sailing has officially welcomed the 2026 Australian Sailing National Youth Squad to the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) this week, with the nation’s top emerging sailors coming together in Canberra for their first National Performance Camp.
National
Youth Squad
AIS
Zhik Youth Sail VIC 2026: Recap and Highlights
The 2026 Zhik Youth Sail VIC, hosted at the spectacular Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club, brought together an incredible community of sailors, coaches, volunteers and clubs for what was still a highly successful few days on and off the water - despite the regatta racing ultimately being cancelled due to strong westerly winds.
VIC
VIC Club News
Discover Sailing Centre in Focus: Maylands Yacht Club, WA
Tucked along the upper reaches of the Swan River, Maylands Yacht Club is proving that small clubs can deliver big impact when it comes to introducing people to sailing.
WA
WA Club News
Discover Sailing Centre
Club in Focus
Pallas Capital Gold Cup Resumes: Matador the Mark
The TP52 Australia fleet returns to racing this weekend, with the Super 40s sitting this one out. After a commanding run through the opening stages of the season, Matador TP52 has established itself as the benchmark.
NSW
National
Venue Change for 2026 Tasmanian Sailing Summit
Australian Sailing advises that the venue for the upcoming Tasmanian Sailing Summit on Sunday May 31st has been changed to Bellerive Yacht Club
TAS
TAS Club News
2026 Zhik VIC Youth Championships has been Cancelled
Due to unfavourable wind conditions, this weekend’s regatta has been cancelled. Refunds will be processed, and we look forward to welcoming you back in 2027.
VIC
VIC Club News
Kiwis return as new skippers practice for Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta
A New Zealand team and two new skippers are among the latest entries for the 34th Australian Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) to be held on the King’s Birthday weekend from 5-8 June, 2026.
National