Mini Tank underway with DuFLEX panel system
Discover the new 7.95m Mini Tank, a Roger Hill design built for the Whitsundays, perfect for shallow anchorage and easy trailering.
#ATLComposites #DuFLEX #Whitsundays
Boats & Gear
The latest insights on racing and cruising yachts, keelboats and dinghies. Plus all of the latest gear, boating accessories, equipment and sailing clothes from Australia and around the world.
Record attendance at Marinas26
The Marinas26 International Conference on the Gold Coast showcased record attendance and innovation in the marina industry, focusing on future technologies and strategies.
#Marinas26 #MarinaIndustries
Help Lucy Fight Brain Cancer and Win a Luxury Whitsundays Charter
Support four-year-old Lucy Scarrott from Whitsunday as a local charter business raffles a luxury catamaran to raise $50K for her cancer treatment.
#WhitsundayEscape #CharityRaffle
National Survey highlights critical workforce shortages in Marine Sector
Australia’s marine industry faces a critical workforce shortage, impacting operational capacity and financial performance, as revealed in the 2026 BIA National Survey.
#BoatingIndustryAssociation #marinejobs.anz #MarineCareers
2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show officially wraps up for another year
The Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2026 showcased over 70 new vessels and luxury innovations, attracting record crowds on the Gold Coast.
#SCIBS2026 #GoldCoastSailing #BoatShow
There are race yachts, and then there are race winners
Discover the JPK 1030 Min River, a champion yacht with recent accolades from the Rolex Sydney Hobart Race, available for sale in Australia.
#SailingAustralia #YachtForSale #SydneyHobart
BIA elects Tracy Souris as first female president
Tracy Souris makes history as the first female president of the Boating Industry Association in Sydney, leading the charge for diversity in the marine sector.
@boatingindustryassociation #BoatingAustralia #BIA
Malcolm Page OAM to close Marinas26
Malcolm Page OAM will deliver the closing keynote at Marinas26 on Gold Coast, exploring the significance of boating as an iconic Australian pastime.
@MarinaIndustries #Marinas26 #MarinaIndustry
The Yacht Sales Co. to showcase three Asia-Pacific premieres at SCIBS 2026
The Yacht Sales Co. showcases three Asia-Pacific premieres at the 2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, highlighting innovation in sailing yachts.
@YachtSalesCo #SCIBS2026 #FountainePajot #Dufour
Marinas26 – 2 weeks to go!
Join over 300 delegates for Marinas26 in Gold Coast on May 25-26, featuring networking, the latest in marina technology, and insights from industry leaders.
#Marinas26 #GoldCoast #AustralianSailing
Discover Boating Australia dry stack campaign reaches midpoint milestone
The Discover Boating Australia Dry Stack campaign hits a milestone, boosting awareness of Dry Stack storage across Southeast Queensland’s boating community.
#BoatingIndustryAssociation #DryStackStorage #DiscoverBoatingAustralia
Meet the Jeanneau Sun Odyssey range
Discover the latest Jeanneau Sun Odyssey models 415 and 455 at the 2026 Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show, showcasing innovation and comfort in sailing.
@performanceboatingsales #Jeanneau #SailingNews #Cruising
Why JPK Yachts make Major 2025 Podiums
For those considering their sailing future and looking to be competitive, recent results make the research straightforward. The 2025 regatta season has highlighted JPK yachts as standout performers.
#jpkpacific #sailing #australia
Marinas26 Future Smart Conference program announced
Explore Marinas26 on the Gold Coast, a leading conference for marina professionals focusing on AI innovations and industry trends. Connect, learn, and network!
@MarinaIndustries #marinaindustry
The Yacht Sales Co – Sanctuary Cove Boat Show line-up revealed
Discover the exciting line-up for the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show featuring Asia-Pacific premieres of Fountaine Pajot FP44 and Dufour 54 on the Gold Coast.
#YachtSalesCo #SanctuaryCove #SailingAustralia #BoatShow
d’Albora makes landmark play with Gold Coast City Marina
d’Albora has expanded its reach by acquiring Gold Coast City Marina, enhancing the boating experience on Australia’s famous Gold Coast.
#AustralianSailing #GoldCoast #SailingNews
New Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 – Open day this Sunday!
Join PBS for the Open Day of the new Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 in Sydney this Sunday, showcasing its impressive performance and innovative design!
#performanceboatingsales #Jeanneau
First sail for the Maxi Edmond de Rothschild
The Maxi Edmond de Rothschild embarks on its first sea trials in Lorient, showcasing innovative technology and art in this new-generation multihull.
#MaxiEdmonddeRothschild #Sailing #OceanRacing #Gitana
ILCA and Dragon Class commit to RaceSense for 2026 and beyond!
The ILCA Class will use RaceSense for the 2026 World Championships in Dun Laoghaire, enhancing race fairness and management in Olympic sailing.
#harken #vakaros #SailingNews #ILCA #AustralianSailing
Vallon launches Heron Ocean in Tortoise
Discover VALLON’s new Heron Ocean sunglasses in Tortoise, perfect for Aussie sailors and beach lovers seeking style and ultimate sun protection.
#vallon.official #SailingAustralia #Sunglasses
Sydney Boat Show returns to Sydney Olympic Park in July 2026
Mark your calendars for the 2026 Sydney Boat Show at Sydney Olympic Park from July 30 to August 2, showcasing the best in boating and marine lifestyle!
#SydneyBoatShow #AustralianSailing #MarineLife
Be first aboard the new Sun Odyssey 415 – open day March 15
Discover the first Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 415 in Sydney with an Open Day on March 15 and join us for the Sail Port Stephens Commodore’s Cup this April!
#SailingAustralia #Jeanneau #SailPortStephens
Palm Beach XI Takes Flight
Palm Beach XI successfully validated her radical new C-foil configuration, reaching 29 knots of boat speed in a beautiful 22-knot nor’easter on the iconic Sydney Harbour.
#palmbeachmotoryachts #sydneyharbour #palmbeachxi
Grand Soleil Cup Australia – Pittwater
The overall winner, Lee Hawksley on Andiamo (GS40), received an incredible prize: a hosted trip to the International Grand Soleil Cup at the prestigious Yacht Club Costa Smeralda (YCCS) in Porto Cervo, Sardinia
#Sydneymarinebrokerage #rpayc
Gitana 18 – Maxi Edmond de Rothschild launched
The Gitana 18, a revolutionary flying Ultim trimaran, has been launched in Lorient, marking a new era in offshore racing design and performance.
#GitanaTeam2017 #SailingInnovation #OffshoreRacing #UltimTrimaran
Sailteck GPS Compass
Sailteck unveils the GPS Compass – The Ultimate High-Performance Sailing Instrument Sailteck is proud to announce the launch of the GPS Compass. Primaryfunctions include: heading, heel, trim, speed (SOG), countdown, line distance, and time-of-day. It is also software upgradable, with…
ILCA announces new ILCA 4 MkII sail
The International Laser Class Association announces the new ILCA 4 MkII sail, enhancing supply and durability for Australian youth sailing.
@ilcasailing #ilca_sailing #AustralianSailing #ILCA #SailingNews
Grand Soleil Cup Australia Returns to Pittwater Regatta 2026
Sydney Marine Brokerage, Exclusive Australian Dealer for Grand Soleil Yachts, is proud to announce the return of the Grand Soleil Cup at the 2026 Pittwater Regatta
#Sydneymarinebrokerage #rpayc
Esteemed Italian naval architect to relocate to Australia
Acclaimed Italian naval architect and yacht designer, Valerio Rivellini has started 2026 with plans to seek sunshine and boating inspiration in Sydney.
#boatology
Fountaine Pajot unveils the FP51
Discover the newly launched Fountaine Pajot FP51 in Australia, an evolution of the Aura 51, designed for comfort and performance in cruising.
#YachtSalesCo #FountainePajot #SailingAustralia #FP51
SB20 class and Devoti Sailing announce a strategic plan until 2030
Discover the SB20 Class and Devoti Sailing’s strategic plans for 2030, including new venues in Australia, France, and the UK for upcoming events.
#SailingAustralia #SB20Class #DevotiSailing
Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 455 receives strong response at Düsseldorf International Boat Show
The Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 455 impresses at Düsseldorf Boat Show with eight sales; Australia welcomes it in September 2026, promising superior sailing experiences.
#performanceboatingsales #Jeanneau #SunOdyssey455 #DüsseldorfBoatShow #Sailing #AustralianSailing
Performance Cruising Yachts appointed exclusive Australian dealer for HanseYachts
Performance Cruising Yachts has been appointed as the exclusive Australian dealer for the full Hanse Yachts AG portfolio, including Hanse, Moody, Dehler, Sealine, Fjord and Ryck. We are proud to announce the addition of these 6 brands to our stable.
@performancecruising #performancecruisingyachts
BIA launches Go Boating SA
BIA launches the Go Boating SA campaign to promote safe and enjoyable boating across South Australia, supporting marine jobs and community engagement.
@BoatingIndustryAssociation #GoBoatingSA #SailingAustralia #SouthAustralia
Marine Rescue NSW volunteers complete more than 4,500 rescues during 2025
Marine Rescue NSW volunteers completed over 4,500 rescues in 2025, highlighting Lake Macquarie as the busiest region for boating assistance.
Sydney Boat Show ’26 bigger and better at Sydney Olympic Park
The 2026 Sydney Boat Show returns to Sydney Olympic Park, expanding its showcase of boats and marine accessories from July 30 to August 2.
Sydney Marine Brokerage – Australia’s New Exclusive Dealer for Bavaria Yachts
Sydney Marine Brokerage is excited to announce that it is the new Official Australian dealer for Bavaria Yachts, one of the world’s leading builders of motor and sailing yachts
Palm Beach XI christened in Sydney
Witness the christening of Palm Beach XI in Sydney, marking its return for the iconic 80th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.
The veil is lifted on Gitana 18, the new Maxi Edmond de Rothschild
The new Maxi Edmond de Rothschild, Gitana 18, was unveiled in Lorient, heralding a new era of high-performance offshore multihulls.
Official international status confirmed for VX One class
The VX One Class is now officially recognized by World Sailing as an International Class, enhancing competition opportunities globally.
