News

Trans-Tasman showdown set for Australiaâ€™s best eSailors

The next chapter in Australiaâ€™s storied trans-Tasman rivalry with New Zealand will be written this June, with our top eSailors set to take on our counterparts from the other side of the ditch.

National

Fri 01 May 2020

John Bertrand talks Etchells Drills and Fitness

This week one living legend interviews another. Malcolm Page discusses Etchells sailing and fitness with John Bertrand AO.

Victoria

Thu 30 Apr 2020

COVID-19 social media cheat sheet

20 Tried and tested social media content themes to keep your club members engaged through the COVID-19 lock down.

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Thu 30 Apr 2020

2020/2021 IRC Rating Certificates now available!

The new 2020 IRC ratings year is about to start. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 we are not back sailing and racing yet but many of you may still wish to attain your Rating Certificate now, ready for when the season returns to â€˜normalâ€™.

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Thu 30 Apr 2020

Relaxation of Restrictions â€“ Western Australia

As of the 27 April 2020, some Western Australian Stage 3 COVID-19 restrictions have been relaxed.

WA Club News COVID-19

Thu 30 Apr 2020

Top 10 Tips for Keeping Participants Involved in your Discover Sailing Centre

It wonâ€™t be long until we can open the doors of our clubs again and running learn to sail courses and sail training programs will soon be an option. These tips will help you prepare now to ensure your customers return to fill the courses and get boats on the water again soon.

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Wed 29 Apr 2020

Competitive Mindset - OODA Loop

In the final part of a two part series Carrie Smith gives key points to understanding how half your performance on water is mental

Victoria

Thu 23 Apr 2020

Zhik Australian eSailing National Challenge launched

Sailors all around the country will soon be competing to be recognised as our newest champion, with Australian Sailing today launching the Zhik Australian eSailing National Challenge.

National

Wed 22 Apr 2020

Competitive Mindset - Racing Skills

Carrie Smith gives key points to understanding how half your performance on water is mental in the first of this two part series.

Victoria

Thu 16 Apr 2020

From Barcelona to Black Rock: Luis Mataâ€™s journey to Sabre sailing

The Australian Sabre class continues to prove itself as one of the most accessible forms of sailing on offer, with the Victorian fleet recently bringing a land-loving Spaniard into its ranks and introducing him to the sport.

Victoria

Wed 15 Apr 2020

Notice of Race released for 2020/21 Sharpie Nationals in Canberra

Despite a sudden end to the 2019/20 sailing season and a long Sharpie-less winter due to the impacts of the coronavirus crisis, preparations are still rapidly progressing for the next Australian Sharpie Nationals to be held in the nation's capital at the end of the year from 29 December 2020 to 4 January 2021.

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Wed 15 Apr 2020

Vale Bill Bell

The sailing world has lost a great friend. Quietly spoken, but always considered, Bill Bell was a great friend to many sailors across the world and will be sorely missed. He made a significant contribution to the sport of sailing, both as a sailor, an International Judge and a club official, and he was hugely respected worldwide for his calm and authoritative approach.

National Victoria

Wed 15 Apr 2020

AGM information for Tasmanian Clubs â€“ COVID-19

Due to COVID-19 and the restrictions now in place on public gatherings, clubs and associations currently cannot host an AGM in a face to face setting as most usually would. The following information is guidance for clubs on how to manage and host your 2020 Annual General Meeting.

TAS Club News COVID-19

Wed 15 Apr 2020

Australian Sailing COVID-19 Information Hub

Here you will find the most relevant links to information and support for clubs (tabs on the right) as well as an archive of our COVID-19 related news stories and updates.

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Wed 15 Apr 2020

What the Victorian Water Police say about looking after your boat during the lockdown

Media reports highlight that beaches, piers, jetties and boat ramps are closed and that recreational boating is not an essential activity.Â The water police understand that boats need to be looked after.Â Â Sorrento Sailing and Couta Boat Club Â confirmed with the Victorian Water Police what is allowed when looking after your boat and what â€œadd-onsâ€ are going to get you in a world of strife.

Victoria

Wed 15 Apr 2020

WA Sailing Squad Update April 2020

Program Begins from Home, WASS Graduates, Ron Tough Yachting Foundation Awards

Tue 14 Apr 2020

Southport Yacht Club Celebrates 75 Years at the 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta in January 2021!

Australiaâ€™s east coast sailing scene will become even more exciting next summer with the celebration of Southport Yacht Clubs 75th Year and the staging of the 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta.

National QLD

Tue 14 Apr 2020

Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron - members unite to maintain club grounds

This is aÂ good news story from Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron (RQYS) regarding its membersÂ - of whom we all should feel proud.

QLD

Fri 10 Apr 2020