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General Manager - Tasmania Update August 2026
Published Tue 04 Aug 2026
The latest updates from Australian Sailing's General Manager - Tasmania - Felicity Allison.
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General Update
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The Australian Sailing State Awards process is now underway. All Classes and Clubs have been emailed details about the nomination process, and I hope you have had the chance to nominate someone in recognition of their achievements and commitment to the sailing community. We will celebrate the Awards on Saturday 12 September at the Maritime Museum Tasmania.
Recently, our TAS Regional Advisory Committee for 2026/27 was approved by the AS Board and I would like to thank the following people for giving their time to be part of this committee.
Chris Symonds – Wynyard Yacht Club
Barrie McIndoe - Port Dalrymple Yacht Club
Samantha Dobie – Derwent Sailing Squadron
Stephen Miller – Midway Point Yacht Club
Ross Mannering – Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania
Our next meeting will be held on August 11th to discuss the nominations for the State Sailing Awards.
If your Club or Class would like to add an item to the agenda, please send an email to felicity.allison@sailing.org.au
Felicity Allison
This Month’s Update:
- Good News Story – 2026 Australian Secondary Schools Team Racing Championship
- AS Events for 2026 – Save the Dates
- TAS 2026 AS Courses
- Strengthening Child Safety
- TAS Workshop and Funding Opportunities
- TAS Events Calendar
Update your Contacts and Keep in Touch
2026 Australian Secondary Schools Team Racing Championship a great success!
After four days of thrilling competition on Hobart's River Derwent, Hutchins Gold has claimed the 2026 Australian Secondary Schools Team Racing Championship, following an outstanding display of teamwork, strategy and skill.
Hosted by Sandy Bay Sailing Club and supported by major sponsor the Australian Maritime College, the championship brought together some of Australia's best young sailors to compete in one of the sport's most exciting discipline.
Across the four-day regatta, competitors completed 273 races in a wide range of conditions before the top four Open teams and top two all-female teams progressed to Sunday's finals series. With a strong north-westerly breeze of 20–25 knots, the finalists were tested in challenging conditions that demanded exceptional boat handling and teamwork.
Read more about the event:TEAMS RACING NATIONALS 2026
AS TAS Events 2026 - Save the dates and add to your Club Calendar
Australian Sailing - Tasmania would like to invite you to the 2026 TAS Sailing Awards Night.
The 2026 TAS Sailing Awards Night will be held at the Maritime Museum of Tasmania on Saturday 12th September 2026.
Please arrive at 5:30pm for a 6:00pm start. Light refreshments will be provided on arrival, with drinks available for purchase. The Maritime Museum will remain open after the presentations for you to explore.
Looking forward to seeing you and celebrating sailing in Tasmania!
Please register as numbers are limited: TAS Sailing Awards
North TAS Coaching Clinic, 3 – 4 October at Tamar Yacht Club, Beauty Point
This year, we are holding a coaching clinic in northern Tasmania to support young sailors. The event is open to sailors under 23 years who are members of Australian Sailing-affiliated clubs. Tamar Yacht Club has generously offered free charter of its Pacers, Optimists and ILCAs, and qualified sailing coaches are already booked for two days of training and skill development. Please promote and share this opportunity with your youth members to help ensure a successful event and support your sailors. It is a great way to start the season and get back on the water after the winter.
Event registration: NTH TAS Coaching Clinic
CLUB/CLASS ACTION:Add to the sailing calendar and share with your members
TAS 2026 AS Courses – Do you have members wanting to upskill?
Dinghy Instructor: 29 & 30 August, Sandy Bay Sailing Club: DINGHY INSTRUCTOR
Dinghy Assistant Instructor: 29 August, Sandy Bay Sailing Club: ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
Sailing Coach: TBC for later in the year
Judge: 5 September at Bellerive Yacht Club: JUDGE
Race Officer – Regional and National: completed July. Another course can be held if required.
Powerboat Handling Nth: 19th September, PDYC Powerboat Handling
Safety Boat Operator Nth: 15 August, PDYC Safety Boat Operator
20 September, PDYC Safety Boat Operator
Powerboat Handling Course Sth: 22 Aug, RYCT Power Boat Handling
5 Sep, RYCT Powerboat Handling
Safety Boat Courses Sth: 6 Sep, RYCT Safety Boat Operators
19 Sep, RYCT Safety Boat Operator
Use the Course Finder to track courses: Australian Sailing Course Finder
CLUB ACTION: Share with your members and register for the courses
Strengthening Child Safety
Organisations across the State can help keep children safe through the new Tell Someone Network.
Premier Jeremy Rockliff said the new statewide network was part of the Tasmanian Government’s ongoing work to prevent child sexual abuse, strengthen child safety and build safer communities for children and young people.
CLUB ACTION: To learn more about the Tell Someone Network and to complete your application, visit the Tell Someone website.
TAS Workshop Opportunities and Grants:Looking for funding support? Check out the links below:
Australian Sports Commission - Grants and Funding
The Australian Sports Foundation
The Tasmanian Institute of Sport
National Representatives Fund
Sporting Competitions Access Fund
CLUB ACTION: Visit links and get Grant ready!
Thank you to the Clubs who have been using the TAS Events calendar. This is very useful for everyone making communication key to our sailing community. If you require support for adding an event, please email felicity.allison@sailing.org.au
CLUB ACTION: Add your events and contact AS if you require help. TAS Calendar
Please ensure that your Club/Class contact details are kept up to date in revSPORT as this helps us keep in touch with you!
CLUB ACTION: Update your contacts
If your Club is looking for guidance – whether in planning, participation growth, training delivery, governance, or event support – please reach out to our team. We are here to assist.
You can find a fill list of Australian Sailing Contacts – here.
| Felicity Allison General Manager Mb. 0438279761 felicity.allison@sailing.org.au |
