General Manager - Tasmania Monthly Update April 2024
The latest updates from Australian Sailing's Tasmania General Manager
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Paths to glory converge in the rain for Sail Port Stephens winners
With only a few points separating rivals across each of the five divisions contesting the Sail Port Stephens Passage Series (Commodores Cup PHS), the prospect of receiving a thorough rinsing in the rain didn’t deter the bulk of the 115-strong fleet from turning out
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Getting into the groove toward sailing perfection
Day 3 of the Sail Port Stephens Passage Series got underway in brilliant sunshine after the fleet waited for the nor’easter to fill in, it made the first leg out to Cabbage Tree Island an upwind beat
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The ‘Icebreaker’ Winter Regatta is back in 2024 – ENTER NOW!
RPAYC welcomes members and guest competitors to enter the 2024 Centreboard ‘Icebreaker’ Winter Regatta
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Queensland Government Law Changes for Incorporated Associations
Changes to how you resolve internal grievances and disclose remuneration to your members in your incorporated association will begin on 1 July 2024
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Queensland Official Notice
Island views, sublime sailing on Sail Port Stephens Day 2
The best aspects of regatta sailing crystalised for the record fleet contesting the second day of the Passage Series comprising the Commodores Cup and Port Stephens Trophy.
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Light-air lottery for Sail Port Stephens opener
The delightful unpredictability of yacht racing in light airs ensured a nail-biting opening day for crews aboard the record fleet of 115 boats assembled for the Sail Port Stephens Passage Series (Commodores Cup)
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International Women’s Day at Gosford Sailing Club
What a great celebration we enjoyed at Gosford Sailing Club as we acknowledged International Women’s Day with a superb dinner and guest entertainment followed by two talks organized by Minkang Kim-Sankey as part of our She Sails group within Gosford Sailing Club
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Lisa Blair sets World Sailing Speed Record
Australian record-breaking solo sailor Lisa Blair has set two new World Sailing Speed Records (to be ratified by WSSRC) for the fastest time Sydney to Auckland and first woman, solo monohull, record slicing an incredible 4 days off the record to finish in 8 days, 3 hours and 19 minutes
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Sail Port Stephens attracts biggest and best ever fleet
Just when it looked like the Sail Port Stephens Passage Series couldn’t grow any further, the iconic regatta has once again surpassed trends and expectations with a record fleet of 115 entries gathering ahead of the Monday April 15 start
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Vale Tim Cox AM
The sailing community, particularly those involved in safety and the administration of offshore racing in NSW are saddened and mourning the loss of Tim Cox AM who passed away on Thursday, 4 April 2024, aged 77
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An evening with Jeanne Socrates, record breaking solo sailor, unassisted circumnavigation via the Five Great Capes
Join the Ocean Racing Club of Victoria (ORCV) in partnership with the Royal Brighton Yacht Club (RBYC) for an evening of inspiration and adventure as we delve into the world of solo circumnavigation with Jeanne Socrates
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Australian Yachting Championships Day 1 abandoned due to weather
Racing on Day 1 of the SailFest Newcastle Regatta, incorporating the 2024 Australian Yachting Championships and Pallas Capital TP52 Gold Cup Act 2, was abandoned ahead of predicted strong winds and hazardous sea conditions
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60th Australian Flying Fifteen Championships held at the Lake Macquarie Yacht Club
The Lake Macquarie Yacht Club hosted the 60th Australian Flying Fifteen Championships in January with every mainland State and Territory represented
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