Sail Expo returns
Australia’s largest dedicated sailing show will return to the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club in October, bringing more than 30 sailing yachts and a broad range of marine exhibitors to Pittwater.
Consistency counts
Strong trade winds delivered another demanding day at Hamilton Island Race Week, with tight finishes and shifting division leads setting up a competitive week in the Whitsundays.
Hamilton fleet builds
Nearly 200 yachts are bound for the Whitsundays as Hamilton Island Race Week prepares for its 41st edition, with a strong interstate fleet and competitive TP52 and Super 40 Plus divisions.
Cruising companion
Hanse has expanded its performance cruising range with the launch of the new Hanse 461, a 46-foot yacht combining easy short-handed sailing, contemporary design and features tailored to modern cruising lifestyles.
Tasman rivals reunite
Trans-Tasman rivalry returns at Hamilton Island Race Week, 15 to 22 August 2026.
Kiwis’ first flight
Emirates Team New Zealand has completed its first training session on the Bay of Naples, sailing on the same racecourse that will host the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup in 2027.
Westcoaster ’25 open
Entries are now open for the Ocean Racing Club of Victoria’s 2025 Melbourne to Hobart (Westcoaster) Yacht Race.
Cooloola joins the fleet
A well-travelled Englishman, who these days calls Australia home, is among the entries in the 1,250 nautical mile Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race (S2A) sponsored by Harken.
Top racer honoured
Cameron (Cam) McKenzie has been awarded this year’s ORCV Ocean Racer of the Year.
Rigged and ready
The world’s largest indoor water sports trade fair, boot Düsseldorf, will once again draw the global players of the yacht industry to Germany, 18 to 26 January 2025.
Set sail for SIBS
Just three weeks until the 55th Sydney International Boat Show, 1 to 4 August, and there will be a plethora of sailing yachts to view and presentations to enjoy.
Superb sailing at SCIBS
The 2024 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show was held under sunny skies, attracting 43,741 visitors and showcasing a record-setting number of vessels on water and throughout the Marine Village.
Ronstan acquired
Australian-based company, Ronstan International has been acquired by the global Wichard Group.
Funding secured
NSW Government renews funding for iconic Port Stephens Regatta.
Zeus S for simplicity
B&G® Zeus® S debuts, aiming to globally simplify sailing.
Second Impressions count
Elan has launched a new version of its classic Impression, with all-new design from Humphreys Naval Architecture and Pininfarina.
