News & Events
Sailors recognised in Queen’s Birthday Honours
June 14, 2022
Main photo: John McConaghy. Photo by Gregg Porteous Several sailors have been recognised for their outstanding service and achievements in the 2022 Queen’s Birthday Honours. The Order of Australia recognises Australians who have demonstrated outstanding service or exceptional achievement. “I would like to congratulate…
Winners declared at Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta
June 14, 2022
Main photo: 2Xtreme was the clear Division 1 winner. Photo by Andrea Francolini Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron’s (RMYS) 30th Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) came to an end on Port Phillip in Victoria when winners were crowned and other special prize recipients…
Roger Hill breaks new ground with monohull “Tank”
June 14, 2022
The latest Roger Hill design is a dramatic departure from the multihulls he’s built his reputation on for more than 25 years. The custom-designed 13.9-metre monohull motor yacht, named “Tank”, was commissioned by a former client and, while a step out of Roger’s comfort…
Entries open for 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race
June 10, 2022
The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia is pleased to welcome entries from eligible yachts for the 2022 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. The 77th edition of the historic 628 nautical mile race will start in Sydney Harbour on Monday 26 December 2022.
18 footers lose a champion – Jamie Mears
June 7, 2022
The 18 footers class lost one of its champion sailors last month when UK and European champion Jamie Mears lost his life following a tragic mountain bike accident in Italy. Jamie (1976-2022) leaves behind his wife Gemma and his three sons Tommy, Ollie and…
Confidence boost as Aussies secure Silver and Bronze at World Cup
June 7, 2022
Main photo: Chris Charlwood and Amelia Catt. Photo Sailing Energy Two Australian teams have come away with medals at the Hempel World Cup Allianz Regatta, with the Mixed 470 team of Chris Charlwood and Amelia Catt securing a dramatic Silver while Olivia Price and…
‘Coast to Canal’ Video Series Featuring Dee Caffari
June 7, 2022
The Haven Knox-Johnston crew are pleased to announce the launch of Coast to Canal, a two-part video series featuring narrow boating YouTube legends, Fran and Rich from Floating Our Boat, and round-the-world yachtswoman Dee Caffari. The series is a feel-good, reality TV show created…
Serious racing mixed with frivolity ashore at SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week
June 7, 2022
In an effort to get the edge on their compadres come September, a dozen or so SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week (SMIRW) entrants quietly put in successful practice at Port Douglas Race Week last week, while the rest of us were…
Vale Andrew Strachan
June 1, 2022
Ninety Seven at the finish of the 1993 Sydney Hobart. Photo CYCA archives Andrew Strachan, the history-making line honours winner of the tough 1993 Sydney Hobart with his Farr 47, Ninety Seven, passed away suddenly on Saturday evening. Andrew only took delivery of Ninety…
Lisa Rose wins Gold Coast and Australasian Etchells Championship
May 31, 2022
Main photo: Lisa Rose won the Gold Coast and Australasian Championship. Photo Nic Douglass @sailorgirlhq The Etchells Gold Coast Championship and Australasian Championship were sailed from the Southport Yacht Club from 28-29 and 28-30 May 2022 respectively. Martin Hill, Julian Plante, Sean O’Rourke and…
Waterline Mini set to embark in attempt at circumnavigation of Australia world records
May 30, 2022
21 year old Australian, Xavier Doerr, has begun “The Little Aussie Lap”, a solo non-stop unassisted circumnavigation of Australia in his 21ft Mini Transat yacht, Waterline. He will attempt to beat the World Speed Sailing and Guinness World Records as the fastest and smallest…
Anchors Aweigh! Tickets and VIP Passes on sale for 2022 Sydney International Boat Show
May 30, 2022
Whether you’re a seasoned boating enthusiast or a shore-bound spectator, there’s plenty to whet your appetite for aquatic adventure as the much-loved 53rd Sydney International Boat Show returns for 2022. Tickets are now on sale for the five-day celebration of everything in, on and…
