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

Regattas19 Apr, 2025
Double down under
Fremantle will host the opening 2026 event in SailGP debut as Sydney returns for record seventh...
America's Cup23 Apr, 2025
Alinghi withdraws
Swiss entry in the America’s Cup, Alinghi Red Bull Racing will not be part of AC38 and has...
Offshore22 Apr, 2025
B2G winners
The fleet battled challenging conditions in this year’s Gladstone Ports Corporation Brisbane to...
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Regattas22 Apr, 2025
French strategy
Australian sailors are ready to build momentum at French Olympic Week, held 19 to 26 April in...
Offshore22 Apr, 2025
Zero sets the benchmark
The IMX40 yacht Zero was the first boat to cross the finish line in the 2025 Melbourne Osaka Cup,...
America's Cup19 Apr, 2025
INEOS out
INEOS Britannia withdraws from 38th America’s Cup.
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America's Cup11 Apr, 2025
Burling departs
Emirates Team New Zealand and Peter Burling have confirmed that they have agreed to part ways ahead...
Offshore15 Apr, 2025
Koa first to Coffs
Koa takes line and overall double in tough Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Yacht Race.
Offshore15 Apr, 2025
B2G to set sail
The Countdown is on for the 2025 Gladstone Ports Corporation Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race.
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Yachts

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

New Builds22 Apr, 2025
Cure impresses
The Cure 55 composite catamaran has earned nomination in the prestigious Multihull of the Year...
New Builds09 Apr, 2025
Elegance afloat
With the launch of the Cervetti 44 Catamaran at Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, Performance...
New Builds08 Apr, 2025
Planing for pleasure
Beneteau has welcomed the new First 30, designed to deliver the sensation of planing, easy handling,...
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New Builds08 Apr, 2025
Super Seawind
The Seawind 1160 moves into Generation 3 with the all-new Seawind 1160XL, a modern evolution of an...
New Builds08 Apr, 2025
Speedy performer
The M72 by Mylius Yachts and Carkeek Design is in build, designed as a super-fast cruiser blending...
Design28 Mar, 2025
Maxi vision
Nautor Swan and Edmiston join forces in a commercial partnership for the new sailing alloy 40-...
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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.
New Builds17 Mar, 2025
Seawind 1370 debut
The award-winning 45 foot Seawind 1370 will make its Australian boat show debut at the Sanctuary...
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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.

Regional23 Apr, 2025
Carbon adds Shogun
Carbon Yachts secures distribution of Sweden’s Shogun Yachts across Australia and New Zealand.
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.
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Regional25 Feb, 2025
Dealer downunder
Excess Catamarans expands its Australian network and appoints 38 South Yacht Sales as its second...
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.
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Regional13 Dec, 2024
RIB support
Highfield Boats Australia has partnered with Australian Sailing in a sponsorship deal that extends...
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...
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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.

Charter10 Apr, 2025
Inspired sailing
Sailor and adventurer, Jesse Martin, OAM sets sail again with Portland Roads - Sailing the...
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.
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Destinations06 Feb, 2024
Sailing paradise
The Maldives and Seychelles named ‘Top Yachting Destinations’.
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...
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Destinations25 Jun, 2023
Share the dream
You can own a one-half share of a brand new Fountaine Pajot Astréa 42 Catamaran.
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...
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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.

Regattas22 Apr, 2025
Palma Cup fever
There has been a surge of new entries for the Superyacht Cup Palma 2025.
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...
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Awards10 Mar, 2025
Images awarded
Yachting photographer, Andrea Francolini captures two international watersports photography awards.
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...
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Regattas29 Jan, 2025
Hollywood ending
Team Hollywood enjoys the 'king of all wins' at Festival of Sails 2025.
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.
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Sail Port Stephens returns for 2025 going up a gea

Sail Port Stephens returns for 2025 going up a gear for the Performance Series starting 25 April and running through to Sunday. Winds are set to range from 10-15 knots, gradually swinging from the north-east to south-west, which will provide near perfect sailing conditions for an exciting event.Let us know your predictions in the comments.⛵️ Read more on SAILS Magazine, latest news link in bio.
@sailportstephens

SAILS Live | This Week's HighlightsAustralia sec

SAILS Live | This Week's HighlightsAustralia secures a major win for the 2026 SailGP Season, with Fremantle set to host the opening Perth Sail Grand Prix in January, and Sydney returning for a record-breaking seventh edition in February.The 38th America's Cup faces new uncertainty. Alinghi Red Bull Racing has announced its withdrawal, following INEOS Britannia's exit and Emirates Team New Zealand's split with Peter Burling. All attention now turns to AC Event CEO Grant Dalton.In racing news, congratulations to Maritimo 52 and skipper Michael Spies for taking line honours in the Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race. Across the Pacific, Zero was first to arrive in the Melbourne to Osaka Cup, crowning Katsuhiro Yamada and Masayuki Kobayashi, co-skippers.Closer to home, Australian innovation is making waves internationally. Cure Composites' Cure 55 has been nominated for Multihull of the Year. We look forward to its debut at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show.⛵️ Full stories and more yachting news online, visit SAILS Magazine, link in bio.See you on the water.@sailgpaus @americascup @alinghiredbullracing @redbullracing @emiratesteamnz @emiratesgbrsailgp
@peteburling @sailgp @maritimomotoryachts @brisbane2gladstoneyachtrace @sanctuarycoveboatshow

Crews faced long stretches of calm and tricky tida

Crews faced long stretches of calm and tricky tidal conditions throughout the 308-nautical-mile course. As of early Monday morning, 19 yachts had finished, with the remaining fleet continuing their battle toward Gladstone Harbour.⛵️ For all sailing sport news, visit SAILS Magazine: https://www.sailsmagazine.com.au/b2g-winners/
@brisbane2gladstoneyachtrace

The Perth Sail Grand Prix will be hosted in Freman

The Perth Sail Grand Prix will be hosted in Fremantle in January as the opening event of the 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship, with the Sydney Sail Grand Prix, the original birthplace and first-ever SailGP, returning in February for a record seventh edition.⛵️ Read more on SAILS Magazine, link in bio.
@sailgp @sailgpaus

We're gearing up for the 77th Gladstone Ports Corp

We're gearing up for the 77th Gladstone Ports Corporation Brisbane to Gladstone Yacht Race (B2G), setting sail on Good Friday, 18 April 2025. B2G continues its rich legacy as Australia’s premier offshore sailing event, attracting Queensland’s finest sailors along with top competitors from across the country.⛵️ Read more on SAILS Magazine, link in bio - presenting a world of sailing sport and lifestyle news
@brisbane2gladstoneyachtrace

📰 BREAKING NEWS: Peter Burling parts ways with

📰 BREAKING NEWS: Peter Burling parts ways with @emiratesteamnz after 10 years and 3 @americascup victories.📢 Be the first to know, follow SAILS on socials and turn on post notifications. Presenting a world of sailing sport and lifestyle news.

Join us at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International B

Join us at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show for the Australian debut of Cervetti 44 Catamaran. The latest innovation from Dufour Catamarans will be showcased exclusively by Performance Cruising Yachts.The Cervetti 44 blends Italian design and sailing performance with premium comfort.⛵️ Read the story on SAILS Magazine, link in bio.
@dufour.yachts @sanctuarycoveboatshow @performancecruisingyachts

This World Yachting Summit will focus on bringing

This World Yachting Summit will focus on bringing the industry a roadmap to net zero, with an impressive speaker list and limited tickets available.⛵️ Read the story on SAILS Magazine: https://www.sailsmagazine.com.au/world-yachting-summit/
@worldyachtingsummit