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Strong Start on LA Waters for Australian Sailors
Image: Ethan McAullay Photo Credit: Simone Staff Australia’s top Olympic class sailors have wrapped up a valuable week of racing at the Long Beach Olympic Classes Regatta in California, gaining firsthand experience at the future venue of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
Marine Rescue NSW Volunteers Complete 268 Missions in Second Busiest June on Record
Image: Volunteers from Marine Rescue Port Macquarie assist a sailor off the Hastings River bar Photo: MRNSW Improved weather conditions across New South Wales in June saw large numbers of boaters take to the state’s waterways, with Marine Rescue NSW radio operators keeping watch…
The Longest and Most Comprehensive Reef Photography Series Over Space and Time
A diver taking a photo of bleached coral on Heron Reef The University of Queensland is celebrating the longest and most comprehensive reef photography monitoring project in the world. Since 2002, thousands of underwater and satellite photos have been taken every year and analysed…
Queensland Government Fund Next Wave in Marine Jobs
The Boating Industry Association Ltd today announced a significant funding agreement with the Queensland Government to deliver a major boost to the Marine Jobs program across the Sunshine State. BIA CEO Andrew Fielding said this milestone funding agreement would enable Marine Jobs to accelerate…
Vale: Hugh Treharne – The Complete Sailor
Hugh Treharne, one of the greatest sailors of the 20th Century, has died in Sydney aged 84. The range of his achievements in the sport is unparalleled. It was only his self-effacing nature – and the fact that he spent so much of his…
Hamilton Island Race Week to Showcase Olympic Class Sailing
Image: Hamilton Island Race Week Photo: © Salty Dingo 2023 Hamilton Island Race Week’s 40th anniversary celebrations are hotting up, with more than 160 entries confirmed for the annual sailing regatta to be contested from 16-23 August in the glorious Whitsunday Islands. This…
Indoor Exhibition Space Sold-Out for 2025 Sydney Boat Show
With two months to go, indoor exhibition space for the 2025 Sydney Boat Show is sold-out, as brands and businesses secure their spot at the new look event, which is set to offer a comprehensive indoor marine showcase. Presented by the Boating Industry Association…
The Ocean Race Europe Teams Will Contribute Comprehensive Ocean Data to International Science While Racing
Image: Teams deploy drifter buoys to collect science data. Photo Credit: Charles Drapeau / GUYOT environment Team Europe / The Ocean Race The Ocean Race Europe, an offshore sailing race that connects seven European cities from the Baltic to the Adriatic Seas will see…
Marine Rescue NSW Crews Gear Up for Major Ocean Search and Rescue Simulation Off Hunter Coast
Around 70 Marine Rescue NSW volunteers and staff from the Hunter Central Coast region will take to the water and this Saturday, 14…
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show 2025 Wrap-Up: A Standout Year for Eyachts Axopar & Greenline Lead the Way with Innovation and Adventure
The 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) delivered yet another milestone event for Eyachts, with high energy on the docks, strong buyer interest, and standout premieres across our adventure and eco-conscious brands. With record-breaking crowds and a surge of serious boaters, Eyachts’ commitment…
Marine Rescue Port Macquarie Volunteers Go Above and Beyond During Flood Emergency
More than 35 Marine Rescue Port Macquarie volunteers have been praised by Marine Rescue NSW Commissioner Alex Barrell for their tireless efforts during the recent flood emergency that impacted the Port Macquarie region. Over a five-day period, from Wednesday 21…
Maritimo S60 Sedan Motor Yacht – Global Launch
Leading Australian luxury motor yacht manufacturer, Maritimo, will proudly display the first S60 Sedan Motor Yacht at the 2025 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show. The runaway success of the M60 Flybridge Motor Yacht version has benefitted this stunning, single level sedan…
