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Racing

All the racing and regatta news, results and reports from across the sailing spectrum.

  • Offshore03 Apr, 2025

    Pittwater Coffs ahead

    It’s on for young and old in the 2025 Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race, commencing 11 April...

  • Regattas31 Mar, 2025

    Hansa Champs wrap

    Final world champions decided at the 2025 Hansa and Para World Championships on Pittwater.

  • America's Cup01 Apr, 2025

    NZ declines AC

    Despite the proven formula, intense global interest and economic benefits of hosting an America’s...

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  • Regattas01 Apr, 2025

    SPS commences

    Race 1 of the Commodores Cup Passage series kicked off the 2025 Sail Port Stephens regatta, which...

  • Offshore31 Mar, 2025

    Full speed to Osaka

    After a 24-hour delay, Alive crossed the start line at Portsea in pursuit of the fleet and marking...

  • Regattas31 Mar, 2025

    LA experience

    Australian sailors get a head start on Olympic waters, competing in Long Beach, California.

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  • Offshore31 Mar, 2025

    Mini Globe Leg 2

    The McIntyre Mini Globe Leg 2 is underway – 7,200 miles solo to Vuda Marina Fiji.

  • Regattas30 Mar, 2025

    SailGP Swiss debut

    The inaugural Rolex Switzerland Sail Grand Prix | Geneva will take place on the iconic Lake Geneva...

  • Regattas30 Mar, 2025

    Hansa Champs

    Four new world champions decided at 2025 Hansa and Para Worlds held at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht...

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Yachts

Reviews of the latest models, cruising designs, trends and concepts.

  • Design28 Mar, 2025

    Maxi vision

    Nautor Swan and Edmiston join forces in a commercial partnership for the new sailing alloy 40-...

  • New Builds23 Mar, 2025

    Next level luxury

    Sunreef Yachts is taking luxury yachting to the next level, reimagining its range to push the...

  • New Builds20 Mar, 2025

    Sleek speed

    Saffier has launched the SL 46 MED, which has been developed for seamless single-handed control.

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  • New Builds17 Mar, 2025

    Seawind 1370 debut

    The award-winning 45 foot Seawind 1370 will make its Australian boat show debut at the Sanctuary...

  • New Builds10 Mar, 2025

    Racing meets cruising

    Making its global debut at boot Düsseldorf in January 2025, X-Yachts’ XR 41 is a 41.8-foot racer...

  • New Builds03 Mar, 2025

    16-metre masterpiece

    Dufour Yachts has unveiled its stunning new model, the Dufour 54, which is distinguished by a suite...

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  • New Builds04 Mar, 2025

    Space ship arrives

    Performance Cruising Yachts, the exclusive Australian importer of ICE Yachts, has welcomed the...

  • New Builds04 Mar, 2025

    Wide ranging cat

    The BALI brand is once again going big: just a few months after the launch of the Bali 5.8, Catana...

  • New Builds18 Feb, 2025

    Panther unleashed

    The Panther Series from McConaghy is positioned as “honest eco electric yachts”.

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Gear

Browse the sailing kit and technology essential not only to performance but also to safety.

  • Products10 Mar, 2025

    Zeus almighty

    B&G®, the world’s leading sailing electronics manufacturer, has launched the Zeus® SR...

  • Technology11 Feb, 2025

    Smart stability

    VETUS Maxwell and Smartgyro will exhibit at the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, 12...

  • Products29 Jan, 2025

    Safe and sound

    GME has launched its latest maritime safety innovation, the MT605G EPIRB.

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  • Technology17 Oct, 2024

    Driving force

    The marine systems expertise of VETUS is the driving force behind an ingenious seaworthy car which...

  • Products25 Sep, 2024

    Saint-Tropez tome

    Laurence Benaïm and Didier Ravon have captured the allure and prestige of Les Voiles de...

  • Products26 Jul, 2024

    Champion gear

    Zhik is the official supplier for Australian Olympic Team sailors at the Paris Olympics.

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  • Technology19 Mar, 2024

    Hidden hydro

    There are many hidden parts to an America’s Cup campaign where innovation, performance and talent...

  • Technology13 Feb, 2024

    Smarter sailing

    Smart Wind offers professional-level wind transducers for leisure sailors.

  • Products30 Jan, 2024

    Sustainable sailcloth

    At boot Düsseldorf, North Sails launched RENEW, a sailcloth constructed from more than 90 percent...

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Industry

Stay up-to-date with the issues affecting the yachting world, and the people who shape races, regattas, sponsorships and events.

  • Regional31 Mar, 2025

    Sailing stats

    Australian Sailing has released its second Annual Participation Report.

  • Regional10 Mar, 2025

    Elevating women

    Participation, pathways, podium and beyond - elevating women in Australian sailing.

  • Regional25 Feb, 2025

    Dealer downunder

    Excess Catamarans expands its Australian network and appoints 38 South Yacht Sales as its second...

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  • International18 Feb, 2025

    Sailing boost

    American Magic and Nautor Swan announce intention to create groundbreaking joint venture to energise...

  • International23 Jan, 2025

    Re-energising sailing

    At boot 2025, Nautor Swan revealed its plans for 2025.

  • Regional13 Dec, 2024

    RIB support

    Highfield Boats Australia has partnered with Australian Sailing in a sponsorship deal that extends...

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  • Regional13 Nov, 2024

    President elected

    Shevaun Bruland was elected as President of Australian Sailing – the first woman to hold the...

  • Environmental01 Nov, 2024

    SYC and SeaKeepers

    Southport Yacht Club enters into partnership with The International SeaKeepers Society to promote...

  • Regional03 Oct, 2024

    Adventure blueprints

    CYCA seeks Expressions of Interest for CYCA Offshore Academy Yachts.

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Cruising

An inspiring guide to throwing off the bowlines and catching the trade winds in your sails, along with destinations to entice.

  • Charter17 Jul, 2024

    Mariner adventures

    Embark on your ultimate sailing adventure with Mariner Boating: A testimonial.

  • Rallies26 Mar, 2024

    Oysters cross Canal

    Oyster World Rally fleet transits the Panama Canal and gets ready for Galapagos.

  • Destinations06 Feb, 2024

    Sailing paradise

    The Maldives and Seychelles named ‘Top Yachting Destinations’.

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  • Rallies01 Aug, 2023

    Clipper adds port

    Clipper Race confirms Puerto Sherry as a stopover on its global route – its first ever visit to...

  • Destinations31 Jul, 2023

    Highfield adventurers

    Jessie Cripps and Michael Takach, vloggers and explorers aboard the 2006 37-foot (11.3m) Easy...

  • Destinations25 Jun, 2023

    Share the dream

    You can own a one-half share of a brand new Fountaine Pajot Astréa 42 Catamaran.

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  • Rallies15 May, 2023

    Go East Rally begins

    The Boat Works is proud to again welcome the cruising community involved in the 2023 Down Under...

  • Charter05 Dec, 2022

    A lifetime of sailing holidays

    Enter to win a lifetime of sailing holidays with GlobeSailor! A free yacht charter, every year, for...

  • Rallies14 May, 2021

    Land Down Under

    Oyster Yacht’s next World Rally live webinar sets sail for the East Coast of Australia.

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Events

A front row seat to all the best regattas, boat shows, product launches and networking occasions, in Australia, New Zealand and around the world.

  • Regattas25 Mar, 2025

    Brisbane bonanza

    Australian Sailing welcomes the outcome of Brisbane Olympics 100-Day Review, revealed on Tuesday 25...

  • Regattas17 Mar, 2025

    ClubSwan season

    It’s going to be a very exciting season for the large ClubSwan fleet, both in one-design and...

  • Awards10 Mar, 2025

    Images awarded

    Yachting photographer, Andrea Francolini captures two international watersports photography awards.

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  • Boat shows11 Feb, 2025

    Wooden boat allure

    The Australian Wooden Boat Festival’s success is anchored in community spirit.

  • Social05 Feb, 2025

    Eyes on Sydney

    Tom Slingsby and the Australia SailGP Team hosted the launch party ahead of the KPMG Australia Sail...

  • Regattas29 Jan, 2025

    Hollywood ending

    Team Hollywood enjoys the 'king of all wins' at Festival of Sails 2025.

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  • Awards24 Jan, 2025

    Yachts of the year

    The marine industry came together for Flagship Night at boot Düsseldorf, to kick off the world’s...

  • Boat shows14 Jan, 2025

    Sail into boot 2025

    The summit meeting for sailing yachts at boot Düsseldorf 2025.

  • Boat shows04 Feb, 2024

    Wooden boat bonanza

    The 2025 Australian Wooden Boat Festival starts on Friday, featuring  450 boats on show and "The...

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