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South Australia’s Iconic Freshwater Races Unite for Long Weekend Regatta
February 23, 2026
The Goolwa-Milang Regatta Weekend will return to the waters between Goolwa and Milang from 6-8 March 2026, bringing together all types of sailors and boats for three days of racing between the two iconic waterside towns. Hosted by the Goolwa Regatta Yacht…
Champions Decided in Crown Series Regatta
February 23, 2026
Image: Chaos at the mark Credit: Jane Austin The 2026 Banjo’s Shoreline Crown Series Bellerive Regatta might be over but the smiles and stories from an event that had a bit of everything will last for many years to come.
AST Partners with YPO Sydney to Develop All-Round Champions
February 23, 2026
Image: AST and YPO Sydney Launch High Performance Mentor Progam The Australian Sailing Team (AST) in partnership with Young Presidents’ Organisation (YPO) Sydney, has launched a High-Performance Athlete Mentor Program, a 12-month pilot initiative designed to connect elite sailors with some of Australia’s…
Paddlers Help Marine Rescue Lemon Tree Passage Volunteers Complete Challenging Tidal Rescue
February 23, 2026
Image: Marine Rescue Lemon Tree Passage volunteers work together with the visiting kayakers to complete the mission Credit: MRNSW A Saturday afternoon on the water quickly turned challenging when two adults were left stranded on mud flats at Fenninghams Island,…
Rethink Romance: Slow, Meaningful Travel for Couples Who Want More
February 13, 2026
While Le Boat cruises do not operate in February, Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to surprise your loved one with something more meaningful than flowers or a crowded restaurant. Give the gift of a future adventure together so you both something exciting…
Marine Rescue NSW Volunteers Respond to Almost 700 Incidents in January
February 12, 2026
Image: Marine Rescue Middle Harbour assists a yacht on Sydney Harbour Credit: MRNSW Marine Rescue NSW volunteers across the state have begun the year in high demand, completing 668 search and rescue missions during January, including 162 emergency responses and…
18ft Skiffs: Queen of the Waves & Club Championship 13
February 12, 2026
Image: A winning wave from Emma Collins, 2026 Queen of the Waves Credit: SailMedia Emma Collins is the 2026 18 footer Queen of the Waves after her Vaikobi team of Kirk Mitchell, Andrew Stephenson and Daniel Barnett raced away to an all-the-way victory in…
Aussie Sailors Capitalise on New Zealand Racing
February 12, 2026
Image: Harry Price and Max Paul Credit: Insight Media The Australian Sailing Team and Squad have wrapped up a high-value international training and racing block across the Tasman, making the most of the Southern Hemisphere summer and a strong calendar of regattas in…
Legends of Maritime Heritage Come Together for 2026 Auckland Wooden Boat Festival
February 12, 2026
Image: 2024 Auckland Wooden Boat Festival Credit: Suellen Hurling / Live Sail Die Majestic A-class yachts with B-Class and K-Class beauties. Classic launches and old-school work boats, and a treasured restored scow. An Australian ‘Couta’ boat, a converted fishing trawler,…
Bobbin Head Boat Show Returns
February 12, 2026
One of Sydney’s most enjoyable on-water events, the Bobbin Head Boat Show, returns to the picturesque waters of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park on Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 March 2026, bringing together the very best of boating, lifestyle, and marine innovation.
Making Waves Foundation Successfully Completes their 23rd Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
February 12, 2026
The Making Waves Foundation is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the 23rd campaign in the legendary Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race. This year, Skipper John Whitfeld reached a remarkable milestone with his 31st race, and long-time Making Waves volunteer and advocate Bridget Canham, who has been with the…
Caribbean C40 Takes Shape Ahead of Global Launch at SCIBS 2026
January 29, 2026
Image: Caribbean-C40-aft The latest production development photos of the highly anticipated Caribbean C40 have been released, offering the most detailed look yet at the rebirth of one of Australia’s most storied boat brands. This milestone marks a pivotal moment for the Caribbean revival program,…
