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Discover Sailing Centre in Focus - Sandy Bay Sailing Club

Sandy Bay Sailing Club (SBSC) has been part of the Tasmanian sailing community since 1948. Find out more about the August Discover Sailing Centre of the month.

National TAS

Tue 26 Aug 2025

Register for the 2025 Zhik Youth Sail Events

Registrations for the 2025 Zhik Youth Sail events are now open! Have your registered yet?

National NSW ACT SA WA QLD TAS

Thu 14 Aug 2025

All Female Race Officer Course a Great Success in Tasmania

When Australian Sailing Race Officer Presenter Ian Ross, himself a well-known, experienced and respected National Race Officer, turned up at the Derwent Sailing Squadron to present his most recent Race Officer Course he almost couldn't believe his eyes.

TAS National

Thu 24 Jul 2025

Certified Assistance Dogs Sail Too: How Clubs Across Australia Are Embracing Inclusivity — Paws and All

As sailing clubs seek to grow inclusivity and participation, there’s one crew member you might not have thought of — certified assistance dogs. From safety boats to yacht decks, projects like the Saltwater Veterans Sailing Project are showing that with simple adjustments, sailing can truly welcome everyone — paws and all. Is your club ready to embrace these important teams?

NSW ACT VIC SA TAS WA QLD

Tue 24 Jun 2025

ZHIK and Australian Sailing renew podium-winning partnership for a fourth Olympic cycle

Zhik and Australian Sailing are proud to celebrate the extension of their partnership, one built on innovation, elite performance and podium success

National ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA

Wed 18 Jun 2025

Australian Sports Boat Association Launches Touring Trophy Series

The Australian Sports Boat Association (ASBA) has announced a dynamic new initiative to enhance participation and connectivity within the sports boat community – the ASBA Touring Trophy series.

ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA

Wed 18 Jun 2025

2025 Australian Youth & Open Match Racing Championships to be held together in Tasmania

The 2025 Australian Youth and Open Match Racing Championships will once again be run as a combined event, hosted by the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania from 22nd to 26th October.

National Events TAS

Thu 12 Jun 2025

Final opportunity to enter Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta

This is a final call to female sailors who would like to race Australia’s premier all-female regatta, the 2025 Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta (AWKR)!

Events NSW TAS VIC QLD SA WA

Wed 04 Jun 2025

Nominations Open for 2025 Australian Sailing Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Australian Sailing State and National Awards

National ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA

Mon 02 Jun 2025

Australian Sailing Encourages Registrations for 3 Match Racing Championships on the 2025 Calendar

Australian Sailing is preparing for three major Match Racing Championships on the 2025 calendar.

National Events WA TAS NSW

Wed 28 May 2025

More join party for Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta

Eighteen entries representing Queensland, Northern Territory, South Australia, NSW and Victoria have so far been received for the 2025 Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta (AWKR).

Events VIC NSW ACT QLD NT WA SA TAS

Wed 14 May 2025

Empower Your Club at the 2025 Australian Sailing Summit Roadshows

Australian Sailing invites all club and class association leaders to the 2025 Sailing Summit Roadshows. These free events are essential for committee members, general managers, sailing managers, and key officials aiming to enhance their club's success.

NSW ACT VIC QLD TAS SA WA National

Thu 01 May 2025

International Women’s Day Webinar Showcases Trailblazing Women in Sailing

Over 65 participants tuned in last week for an inspiring International Women’s Day webinar, hosted by sailing commentator and SheSails ambassador Nic Douglass, to celebrate the achievements of women in sailing and explore ways to accelerate action in the sport, the theme of International Women’s Day this year. The event featured a powerhouse lineup of speakers who shared their personal journeys, challenges, and visions for the future of women in sailing.

National SheSails ACT NSW VIC TAS SA WA NT QLD

Thu 03 Apr 2025

Sport-Related Concussion Short Course

Connectivity Traumatic Brain Injury Australia has designed a free 15-minute interactive online course educating instructors, coaches, umpires, staff, volunteers, parents and other interested people to recognise and manage a sport-related concussion injury. The course is self-paced, so you can enrol today and complete it at any time.