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Patriot pulls out all stops to win Melbourne to Devonport Rudder Cup
November 8, 2023
Main photo: Patriot won the Rudder Cup. Photo by Steb Fisher Patriot, Jason Close’s J/133 has won the Ocean Racing Club of Victoria’s (ORCV) 195 nautical mile Melbourne to Devonport Yacht Race for the Rudder Cup in which ’J’ boats were successful across the…
Australia SailGP Team Celebrates Success at the Australian Sailing Awards
November 8, 2023
The Australia SailGP team was recognised at this year’s Australian Sailing Awards, winning Team of the Year 2023. The team was acknowledged for their three-peat SailGP championship win – a testament to the team’s domination of the sport since its induction. Renowned…
BIA launch latest Discover Boating campaign, ‘See You Out There’
November 2, 2023
The Boating Industry Association Ltd (BIA) has launched its ‘See You Out There’ advertising campaign as part of its Discover Boating initiative. With the peak boating season approaching, the three-month campaign is set to inspire and welcome new participants…
Positive Changes to Life Jacket Standard AS 4758
November 1, 2023
There are a few life jacket standards in use around the country. The most common would be the Australian Standard AS4758 which was first published in 2008. This standard superseded the old AS1512, 2260 and 1499 which referred to jackets as level 1,…
13’ Skiffs – All Class as Numbers Surge
November 1, 2023
Main photo: Botany Scaffold Sophie Hart, BellaDivola James Hopkins can remember a time when Manly’s 13ft fleet could be counted on one hand, with a finger or two to spare. Even though the class has been around since the early 2000s, numbers…
Adam Smith new BIA President
October 31, 2023
The BIA announced a changing of the guard with Adam Smith stepping into the role of President of the association representing a vibrant industry that last year reported more than $9.6 billion in turnover nationally. Outgoing President Andrew Fielding said the transition was smooth…
2023 Rolex Sydney Hobart – entries close with 120 teams
October 31, 2023
Entries for the 78th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race closed on Friday and the lineup of 120 boats is one of the most open and diverse fleets in years. The 628nm classic which starts on Sydney Harbour on Boxing…
Three contributors recognised with Australian Sailing Life Memberships
October 27, 2023
Three key contributors to the sport of sailing in Australia have been recognised with Australian Sailing Life Memberships. Matt Allen AM, Sarah Kenny and David Tillett AM were all bestowed the honour after a vote at Australian Sailing’s Annual General Meeting.
Gold Coast Marine Careers Open Day 2023: A Resounding Success!
October 26, 2023
COOMERA, GOLD COAST, 21st October: A remarkable air of excitement lingered at the Coomera Marine Precinct as the curtain drew on the Gold Coast Marine Careers Open Day 2023. On behalf of industry and delivered by Marine Jobs, the inaugural event surpassed expectations…
Port Jackson 16ft Championship
October 26, 2023
Main photo: Moonen Yachts Daniel Turner Matt Stenta and Simon Hoffman It took six years for the Port Jackson 16ft Championship to be revived – and only two hours for the fleet to be reminded just how brutal a race it can be.
Royal Motor Yacht Club Broken Bay hidden in the beautiful waters of Pittwater
October 25, 2023
There is truly something special about RMYC Broken Bay, hidden in the beautiful waters of Pittwater, it boasts views over Scotland Island and the surrounding water ways. RMYC Broken bay offers that relaxed ‘feel-good’ vibe and natural positive energy.
Composite Technology makes GoBoat green and efficient
October 25, 2023
Electric boat hire company, GoBoat won the inaugural Sustainability in the Boating Industry Award at the 2023 Sydney International Boat Show, recognising its success attracting new people to boating and its low-emission boats. Easy to operate and affordable, GoBoat operates a fleet…
