News

Australian Sailing Youth Pathways Update

The newly formed Youth Pathways Team has begun connecting with parents, coaches, clubs and Youth Pathway Class Associations across Australia

National Youth

Mon 09 Nov 2026

What's On This November - Discover Sailing

Discover Sailing Month is here, with clubs across Australia opening their doors and inviting people to experience sailing this November.

National

Fri 06 Nov 2026

Champions, pioneers and leaders of Australian sailing to inducted into Hall of Fame

Four Australian sailing greats have been announced as the newest inductees into the Australian Sailing Hall of Fame, recognising their exceptional achievements and lasting contributions to the sport.

National

Fri 06 Nov 2026

Australian Yachting Championships returning to Sydney in 2028

Australian Sailing is pleased to announce that the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) will host the 2028 Australian Yachting Championships (AYC), marking the event's return to Sydney for the first time since 2017.

National

Fri 06 Nov 2026

Jackson and Wearn take top honours at 2026 Australian Sailing Awards

Stacey Jackson and Matt Wearn OAM OLY have been named Female and Male Sailor of the Year, respectively, at the 2026 Australian Sailing Awards

National

Fri 30 Oct 2026

Belcher and Johnson recognised with Australian Sailing Life Memberships

Australian Sailing has recognised Daniel Belcher and Barry Johnson for their outstanding contributions to the sport, recognising both with life membership in recognition of their significant service to sailing in Australia and internationally

National

Fri 30 Oct 2026

Australian Sailing 2025/26 Annual Report Released

Australian Sailing has released the 2025/26 Annual Report

National

Fri 30 Oct 2026

Matt Wearn OAM OLY and Stacey Jackson Finalists for World Sailing Awards

Matt Wearn OAM OLY and Stacey Jackson recognised for their achievements over the past year as they are named finalists for World Sailing Awards

National

Thu 29 Oct 2026

Simon Bibby makes his mark at the World Sailing Inclusion Championships

Australian Para wingfoiler Simon Bibby has wrapped up a memorable campaign at the 2026 World Sailing Inclusion Championships in Portimão, Portugal, finishing sixth overall in the Inclusive Wingfoil – Open Seated division.

National

Wed 28 Oct 2026

Tilly’s unbeaten finals day delivers Australian youth match racing title

Louis Tilly and his Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club crew of William Hough, William Troop and Oliver Ross have won the 2026 Australian Youth Match Racing Championship

National NSW VIC

Mon 26 Oct 2026

Hayhoe and Crafoord unbeaten ahead of early tiebreaker

James Hayhoe and Ben Crafoord each won all five of their races on the opening day of the 2026 Australian Youth Match Racing Championship at Royal Geelong Yacht Club today, leaving their first meeting of the regatta for Friday

National VIC

Fri 23 Oct 2026

David Pescud OAM to Be Inducted into the NSW Hall of Champions

David Pescud OAM is set to be recognised for his outstanding contribution to the sport of sailing with the announcement of his induction into the NSW Hall of Champions.

National NSW

Fri 23 Oct 2026

Volunteer of the Year Finalists for 2026 Australian Sailing Awards

Three exceptional nominees headline the Volunteer of the Year award, one of the most anticipated awards at the 2026 Australian Sailing Awards

National

Fri 23 Oct 2026

Female Sailor of the Year Finalists for 2026 Australian Sailing Awards

A record-breaking round-the-world sailor, a history-making Rolex Sydney Hobart champion and the reigning title holder are the Female Sailor of the Year finalists at the 2026 Australian Sailing Awards

National

Fri 23 Oct 2026

Male Sailor of the Year Finalists for 2026 Australian Sailing Awards

A two-time Olympic champion, an Olympic silver medallist, and one of the world’s most sought-after offshore navigators will battle it out for Male Sailor of the Year at the 2026 Australian Sailing Awards.

National

Fri 23 Oct 2026

Club of the Year – Category B Finalists for 2026 Australian Sailing Awards

Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club (SA), Lake Cootharaba Sailing Club (QLD) and Sandy Bay Sailing Club (TAS) have all had outstanding seasons.

National

Fri 23 Oct 2026

Club of the Year – Category A Finalists for 2026 Australian Sailing Awards

Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron (VIC), defending champion Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club (WA) and Whitsunday Sailing Club (QLD) all have strong cases for the top honour

National

Fri 23 Oct 2026

Para Sailor of the Year Finalists for 2026 Australian Sailing Awards

The Para Sailor of the Year is awarded to recognise an individual’s outstanding contributions to para sailing in Australia.

National

Fri 23 Oct 2026