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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.

    • Regattas19 Apr, 2025

      Double down under

      Fremantle will host the opening 2026 event in SailGP debut as Sydney returns for record seventh...

    • America's Cup19 Apr, 2025

      INEOS out

      INEOS Britannia withdraws from 38th America’s Cup.

    • America's Cup11 Apr, 2025

      Burling departs

      Emirates Team New Zealand and Peter Burling have confirmed that they have agreed to part ways ahead...

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    • 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.

    • Offshore15 Apr, 2025

      MGR 2025 udpate

      Sailors encounter logs, lightning and lost winds during Leg 2 of the McIntyre Mini Globe Race.

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    • Regattas15 Apr, 2025

      SailGP Rio scrapped

      The SailGP Rio event has been cancelled to facilitate wingsail repairs.

    • Offshore15 Apr, 2025

      Osaka in sight

      As the first yachts approach the finish line in Osaka, the outcome of the 2025 Melbourne Osaka Cup...

    • 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...

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    Yachts

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

    • 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,...

    • New Builds08 Apr, 2025

      Super Seawind

      The Seawind 1160 moves into Generation 3 with the all-new Seawind 1160XL, a modern evolution of an...

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    • 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-...

    • New Builds23 Mar, 2025

      Next level luxury

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

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    • 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...

    • 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...

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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.

    • 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.

    • 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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