Newcastle Cruising Yacht Club receives a boost with the arrival of eight Olympic yachts for early November.
Setting sail
Entries close
Ninety two yachts entered for 2018 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.
Sun streak
Brisbane offers the classic mix of sun, and just enough wind for the last two races of the 2018 Etchells World Championship.
Moreton Bay shuffle
It’s been tight and tactical racing at the 2018 Etchells Worlds in Brisbane.
Rescue mission
Golden Globe sailor Loïc Lepage successfully rescued.
Whitsundays on show
At a black-tie event hosted in the Whitsundays this weekend, the 2018 Whitsunday Tourism Awards recognised the best in the region.
French flair
Four-time world champions Billy Besson, Marie Riou to lead France SailGP Team in new global racing league.
Hope springs
Sydney Sailmakers win the Upper Harbour Championship, hosted by the embattled Lane Cove 12 Foot Sailing Skiff Club.
Eight bells – Robin Crawford
Well-known yachtsman and philanthropist, Robin Crawford has passed away.
Countdown
One week to close of entries for Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.
Change of pace
Solo record holder Lisa Blair tackles her latest sailing challenge when she leaves Sydney in mid-October, aiming to be the first woman to sail solo non-stop and unassisted around Australia.
Worthy recognition
Female sailors shine at the the 2018 Australian Sailing Awards.
Eight bells – Ian Kiernan
One of Australia’s best-known yachting identities and passionate environmentalist Ian Kiernan has passed away, leaving an inspirational legacy of ocean conservation.
Class clash
Hosted by Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, this year’s Etchells World Championship will feature America’s Cup stars, round the world ocean racers, as well as Olympic legends.
Setting the pace
Matt Allen’s Ichi Ban continues to show the form that sees the Botin designed TP 52 firming as favourite for back-to-back overall Rolex Sydney Hobart wins.
Knock down
Golden Globe sailor Mark Slats injured in rough seas.
