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    Whether you sail a sabot or a superyacht, Sails has them covered.

    Racing

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

    • Regattas10 Feb, 2025

      Brits conquer Sydney

      Dylan Fletcher leads Emirates Great Britain SailGP Team’s win at the 2025 KPMG Australia Sail...

    • Regattas11 Feb, 2025

      Pittwater prizes

      New champions crowned over various classes at the 2025 Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta.

    • Offshore11 Feb, 2025

      Countdown for Mackay

      The countdown is on with just 175 days till Australia’s newest ocean race, the GCCM Gold Coast...

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    • Regattas05 Feb, 2025

      Two-time Champion

      The final race of the 2025 NZ Millennium Cup has come to a close and Kawil has been named overall...

    • Regattas05 Feb, 2025

      Pittwater adds events

      The Pantaenius Pittwater Regatta is back bigger and better this February, with a number of new...

    • Offshore05 Feb, 2025

      Admiral’s Cup fever

      More international teams locked in for the Admiral’s Cup.

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    • Skippers26 Jan, 2025

      Lisa Blair OAM

      World record holding Australian sailor Lisa Blair calls for community climate action as she accepts...

    • America's Cup25 Jan, 2025

      INEOS Britannia split

      INEOS Britannia and Sir Ben Ainslie have parted ways.

    • Offshore28 Jan, 2025

      Mettraux makes history

      Swiss skipper Justine Mettraux crossed the finish line of the Vendée Globe Saturday 25 January at...

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    Yachts

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

    • New Builds11 Feb, 2025

      Fleet leader

      Swedish yacht builder, Hallberg-Rassy launched the Hallberg-Rassy 69 with softtop at boot...

    • New Builds11 Feb, 2025

      New models, plus

      Grand Soleil Yachts began 2025 with a series of announcements at boot Düsseldorf – new models and...

    • New Builds05 Feb, 2025

      Dream big

      Beneteau presents its latest model Lagoon – the Lagoon 38, a spacious cat designed with family...

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    • New Builds29 Jan, 2025

      Perfect cruiser

      The CNB 62 is poised to become the latest success from CNB Yachts.

    • Rebuild29 Jan, 2025

      Pretty in pink

      Mermaid, the Derwent Class yacht undergoing restoration at Tasmanian Shipwrights & Co, will soon...

    • New Builds23 Jan, 2025

      Covetable cat

      Fountaine Pajot has launched the latest model to its sailing catamaran fleet, the New 44,...

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    • New Builds21 Jan, 2025

      Fully-electric Panther

      McConaghy Boats has unveiled its vision for “the future of Sustainable Sailing”, the...

    • New Builds24 Dec, 2024

      Groundbreaking gunboat

      The Gunboat 68 Voyager, a ground-breaking yacht that combines 25 years of expertise with...

    • New Builds18 Dec, 2024

      Blue debut

      Grand Soleil Blue will make its debut at Boot Düsseldorf 2025, setting a new standard for...

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    Gear

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

    • Products11 Feb, 2025

      Fleet leader

      Swedish yacht builder, Hallberg-Rassy launched the Hallberg-Rassy 69 with softtop at boot...

    • 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.

    • 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...

    • Regional13 Nov, 2024

      President elected

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

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    • 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.

    • International18 Sep, 2024

      Swan new era

      Nautor Swan is entering a new chapter in its story, with new models and a vision for the future...

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    • International09 Aug, 2024

      Sail takeover

      NTG adds Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails to its roster of best-in-class brands.

    • Regional30 Jul, 2024

      Sustainability partners

      BIA has appointed Lisa Blair as Sustainability Ambassador.

    • Profile04 Jul, 2024

      Vale Bob Ross

      Bob Ross, the renowned sailing photojournalist, newspaper writer, magazine founder, editor, book...

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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.

    • 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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    • Awards11 Dec, 2024

      E-Saildrive awards

      Yanmar Marine International awarded two Dame Design Awards for its E-Saildrive Series, setting a new...

    • Regattas04 Dec, 2024

      SailGP signs Rolex

      SailGP and Rolex announce Title Partnership, marking a new era for the global racing championship.

    • Boat shows04 Dec, 2024

      Swan into boot 2025

      Nautor Swan will exhibit at boot Düsseldorf 2025, showing a range of new sailing yachts and motor...

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