News & Events
Wind Returns for Grand Finale at Jeanneau and 74 Islands Airlie Beach Race Week
August 13, 2026
Wazza Red boat finished on the podium. Credit: Andrea Francolini ABRW The following media release has been supplied by Airlie Beach Race Week and wraps up the final day of Jeanneau Yachts presented by Mooloolaba Yacht Brokers and 74 Islands Airlie Beach Race Week…
Sydney Boat Show Delivers Strong Four-Day Showcase for Australia’s Boating Industry
August 13, 2026
2026 Sydney Boat Show The following media release has been supplied by the Boating Industry Association (BIA) and highlights the success of the 2026 Sydney Boat Show, shared here for AFLOAT Magazine readers with an interest in Australia’s boating industry and major marine events.
Australian Sailing Team Wraps Up Five-Week Block in Los Angeles
August 13, 2026
Brin Liddell and Rhiannan Brown, Credit: LEXI PLINE-47 The following media release has been supplied by the Australian Sailing Team and provides the latest update from the San Pedro Olympic Classes Regatta and the team’s preparations on the LA 2028 Olympic sailing waters. The…
Marine Rescue NSW Records Second Busiest July On Record
August 13, 2026
Lake Macquarie 30 assists a disabled vessel. Credit: MRNSW The following media release has been supplied by Marine Rescue NSW and provides the latest monthly operational statistics and boating safety advice, shared here for AFLOAT Magazine readers with an interest in boating safety and…
BIA Apprentice of the Year Award
August 13, 2026
Photo (from left): BIA Apprentice of the Year 2026 Lachlan Fraser of Onboard Marine Services, BIA President Tracy Souris and Gary Downs. The following media release has been supplied by the Boating Industry Association (BIA) and highlights the winners of the 2026 BIA Apprentice of the Year Awards, recognising outstanding apprentices across Australia’s marine industry. The Boating…
Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron Announces Crew for the 2026 NYYC Women’s International Championship
July 28, 2026
The following media release has been supplied by Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron and includes the latest announcement on its team for the inaugural NYYC Women’s International Championship, shared here for AFLOAT Magazine readers with an interest in women’s sailing and international yacht racing. The…
Matt Wearn Strikes Gold at LA 2028 Olympic Venue
July 28, 2026
The following media release has been supplied by the Australian Sailing Team and includes the latest Matt Wearn LA 2028 campaign update, shared here for AFLOAT Magazine readers with an interest in Olympic sailing and Australian sailing results. Matt Wearn has continued his remarkable…
Festival of Sails Builds Momentum as Entries Start Flowing
July 28, 2026
Clockwork at 2026 Festival of Sails. Credit: Salty Dingo The following media release has been supplied by Festival of Sails and includes the latest Festival of Sails 2027 event news, shared here for AFLOAT Magazine readers with an interest in yacht racing, regattas and…
2027 Auckland Boat Show to Open Australasian Boat Show Season
July 28, 2026
Auckland Boat Show The following media release has been supplied by NZ Marine and includes the latest Auckland Boat Show 2027 event details, shared here for AFLOAT Magazine readers with an interest in boat shows, marine innovation and the Australasian boating industry. NZ Marine…
Maritime Safety Queensland Warns Boaties to Stay Alert Even in Calm Conditions
July 28, 2026
Maritime Safety Queensland on Patrol Credit: Maritime Safety Queensland The following media release has been supplied by Maritime Safety Queensland and includes important boating safety advice for Queensland boaties, shared here for AFLOAT Magazine readers with an interest in marine safety and safe boating…
Bass Strait Cup Launches as Three Iconic Ocean Races Set Sail
July 10, 2026
Three Hummock Island Race. Credit: Port Dalrymple Yacht Club. The following media release has been supplied and includes offshore sailing news for AFLOAT Magazine readers. For more sailing news and regatta coverage, visit the AFLOAT News section. Three Iconic Races Map. Credit: ORCV…
Australians Aiming to Build Season Momentum at European Championships
July 10, 2026
Price – Paul Credit: Sailing Energy The following media release has been supplied and includes sailing news for AFLOAT Magazine readers. For more sailing news and regatta coverage, visit the AFLOAT News section. The 49er, 49erFX and Nacra 17 European Championships get underway…
