News - Australian Sailing

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

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

Entry opens for Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship

Time to limber up for the upcoming summer offshore racing season and there is no better way than sailing in the Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship (SSORC)

NSW Events

Wed 21 Oct 2026

Talent gears up for Finn NSW Championship

Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC) is to host three NSW Championships in as many classes over the next three months

Events NSW

Wed 21 Oct 2026

Australian Sailing Hub is now live

Australian Sailing has launched Australian Sailing Hub, a new free app designed to put practical skills, sessions and best-practice learning resources directly into the hands of instructors at Discover Sailing Centres across the country.

National ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA

Wed 21 Oct 2026

Sail Port Stephens 2027: Entries open for milestone 20th anniversary regatta

Australia’s largest sailing regatta is preparing to celebrate its 20th anniversary, with Notices of Race published and online entries now open for Sail Port Stephens 2027

NSW Events

Fri 16 Oct 2026

A Potential Dream Run for the Flinders Islet Race

Southerly change sets up tactical test for Flinders Islet Race.

NSW Events

Fri 25 Sep 2026

Shaw and Partners Women Racing finishes fifth in inaugural NYYC Women’s International Championship

Shaw and Partners Women Racing finished fifth overall at the inaugural New York Yacht Club Women’s International Championship

NSW Events

Thu 24 Sep 2026

Sponsors are the Lifeblood of Skiff Sailing

Without sponsors, many in the Manly fleet would be unable to compete at the level they do

NSW

Thu 24 Sep 2026

NSW & ACT Sailing Community Celebrates 2026 Sailing Awards

More than 140 sailors, coaches, instructors, officials, volunteers and club representatives from across New South Wales and the ACT gathered at the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron for the 2026 NSW & ACT Sailing Awards

NSW

Tue 22 Sep 2026

A new season, a new threat at Manly 16's

Canberra Airport claimed back-to-back wins in the first two heats of Manly 16ft Skiff Club's short course pointscore series on Saturday, making a bold statement of intent.

NSW

Thu 17 Sep 2026

Manly 16ft Skiff Club Set to Host Port Jackson Championships

85 skiffs, 200 sailors and $35,000 in prize money on the line as Manly 16ft Skiff Club hosts one of the sport's most historic events

NSW Events

Mon 07 Sep 2026

What You Need to Know About Upcoming Australian Sailing Regattas

Sail Melbourne, Sail Brisbane, the Australian Yachting Championships and the 2026 Women’s Match Racing Championships are right around the corner, here is everything you need to know.

National NSW QLD VIC

Wed 02 Sep 2026

Australia announces Youth Olympic Games athlete selections

The Australian Olympic Committee has announced their selections for the sailing events at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games in Dakar

National NSW WA

Tue 01 Sep 2026

Crafoord claims 2026 OCIUS New South Wales Youth Match Racing Championship

The final day of the 2026 OCIUS New South Wales Youth Match Racing Championship has delivered a thrilling conclusion at the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia

NSW

Mon 31 Aug 2026

Registrations closing soon for remaining 2026 Zhik Youth Sail events

The 2026 Zhik Youth Sail series is entering its final stretch, with registrations for the remaining events in Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, New South Wales and the ACT closing soon

National NSW ACT QLD WA SA

Thu 27 Aug 2026

Taking on the World in Aarhus

Eleven Australian sailors travelled to Aarhus for the 2026 ILCA 4 Youth World Championships

Events NSW QLD WA

Wed 26 Aug 2026

NSW & ACT Sailing Awards Finalists

Australian Sailing is pleased to announce the finalists in the 2026 NSW & ACT Sailing Awards

NSW

Fri 21 Aug 2026

Strong early entries for Race Around Australia 2028

Expressions of Interest for the Shorthanded Ocean Racing Association of Australia Inc (SHORAA) organised Race Around Australia 2028 (RAA)

NSW

Fri 14 Aug 2026