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29 Mar, 2017
GC Show reports record-breaking results
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06 Sep, 2017
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28 Aug, 2023
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17 Apr, 2024
Get set for KISS
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26 Mar, 2024
Wallis on board Spirit
British modern classic yacht design and build company Spirit Yachts has appointed Kevin Wallis as...
19 Feb, 2024
Contest joins Windcraft
Windcraft Yachts forges exclusive new partnership with renowned Dutch marque Contest.
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13 Feb, 2024
Accreditation achieved
Cruising Yacht Club of Australia achieves Clean Marina and Fish Friendly Accreditations.
06 Feb, 2024
Game fishing friends
Raymarine continues its sponsorship of the 2024 NSWGFA Interclub State Championships.
24 Dec, 2023
Joining forces
Australian Sailing has chosen Nic Douglass as its next SheSails Ambassador.
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12 Dec, 2023
Live the dream
Own a share in the new Bali 4.4 ‘Halyna’ this summer.
13 Nov, 2023
Maxi partnership
Raymarine to partner the 2023 Australian Maxi Championships.
06 Nov, 2023
Change at BIA
There has been a changing of the guard at the BIA, with Adam Smith stepping into the role of...
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The official launch of the Alinghi Red Bull AC75 w

The official launch of the Alinghi Red Bull AC75 was held 16 April at the team’s base in the heart of the Port Vell. Chiara Bertarelli, daughter of Ernesto, cracked the champagne on the foredeck and named the boat that the whole of Switzerland hopes will regain old glories and win the Louis Vuitton 37th America’s Cup in Barcelona later this year.
More about the detail and differences of this unique entry via link in our bio.⚓️@alinghiredbullracing
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Lisa Blair has set two new World Sailing Speed Rec

Lisa Blair has set two new World Sailing Speed Records (to be ratified by WSSRC) for the fastest time Sydney to Auckland and first woman, solo monohull record slicing an incredible 4 days off the record to finish in 8 days, 3hrs and 19 minutes.
The journey of more than 1400 nautical miles was peppered with fluky winds and lighting storms, squalls over 30 knots then hours of calm, a knock down and close encounters with vessels.
Read more via link in our bio.⚓️@lisablairsailstheworld
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New Zealand’s ‘Black Foils’ – driven by Pe

New Zealand’s ‘Black Foils’ – driven by Peter Burling – claimed victory in Sunday’s final in front of an adoring hometown crowd at the second-annual ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Christchurch.After the cancellation of Day 1 of racing, SailGP implemented a ‘Super Sunday’ race format, consisting of three fleet races and then a winner-takes-all final podium race.
Season leader Australia was ruled out of the event following a collision with a course mark just after the start, leaving them with event-ending damage to the green and gold F50.
All the action and results via link in our bio.⚓️@sailgp
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Racing was cancelled on the opening day of the ITM

Racing was cancelled on the opening day of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix | Christchurch, due to “prolonged mammal activity” on the racecourse for the duration of the race window.SailGP Managing Director Andrew Thompson said: “It was a really challenging day today and disappointing for the capacity crowd that turned out. We have a marine mammal plan and that plan was in place and unfortunately it meant we couldn’t sail today.”
Racing is scheduled to begin again Sunday 24 March from 1pm local time.
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Rowan McMahon from Australian Lagoon dealer, @tmgy

Rowan McMahon from Australian Lagoon dealer, @tmgyachts travelled to France to witness the premiere of the cutting-edge Lagoon 60, where innovation meets luxury. With unique side access and an expansive aft terrace, this catamaran redefines cruising comfort.
Uniquely the Lagoon 60 offers opening sides on both port and starboard, providing easy access to the boat whether docked or underway. Fold-out wings facilitate boarding and provisioning, enhancing convenience for passengers.
More via link in our bio.⚓️@tmgyachts
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With the home crowd cheering them on, Tom Slingsby

With the home crowd cheering them on, Tom Slingsby and the Australia team finally secured their first win of SailGP Season 4 in a dramatic three-boat final.
The Aussies were crowned champions of the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix I Sydney, taking victory in front of a packed Sydney Harbour to clinch the sensational win from Denmark and New Zealand.
More via link in our bio.⚓️@sailgp
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The first day of the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Pri

The first day of the KPMG Australia Sail Grand Prix was held in ideal conditions and the racing was close and action-packed.After a light-wind season to date, fans finally got to see SailGP in its full glory – close racing, and plenty of drama. The highly anticipated Sydney event got off to an exciting start with gusty conditions that tested the athletes and provided an action-packed first day on the waters of Sydney Harbour including a near capsize by Erik Heil’s Germany.
All the details and how to watch today’s Grand Final via link in our bio.⚓️@sailgp
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