Sunshine, Boats and Plenty of Visitors at Sail Expo 2026
Beautiful weather, a great turnout and plenty of sailing yachts to explore made for a fantastic opening day at Sail Expo 2026 on Pittwater. There’s still time to visit on Sunday!
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.
Introducing the new RaceSense player
Discover how the RaceSense Player transforms race data interaction for sailors and spectators alike.
#RaceSense #SailingTechnology #LiveRacing #SailingData #RegattaReplay
Learn how to use the new Vakaros RaceSense Player
Join Vakaros on October 19 for a webinar featuring the new RaceSense Player, enhancing your sailing data experience.
#RaceSense #SailingTechnology #Webinar #SailingData #SailingAnalytics
Portimão plans to build on World Sailing Inclusion Championships with new international training centre
Portimão is set to establish a new Para Inclusive Sailing Training Centre, enhancing opportunities for athletes post-2026 World Sailing Inclusion Championships.
#WorldSailing #ParaSailing #InclusiveSailing #SailingTraining #Portimão
Join TYSC at Australia’s largest Yacht Sail Expo
Join us at the 2026 Sail Expo at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club to explore the Fountaine Pajot FP44 and Dufour 48, plus enjoy live entertainment and more.
#YachtSalesCo #SailExpo #YachtShow #SailingEvent #MarineExhibitors
PCY at Pittwater Sail Expo at RPAYC this weekend
Discover the Hanse 410 and 460 at the Pittwater Sail Expo this weekend. Free entry and parking await!
#performancecruising #performancecruisingyachts #PittwaterSailExpo #PCY #HanseYachts #Newport
Bavaria Owners Celebrate Oktoberfest on Pittwater
The Bavaria Owners Oktoberfest at RPAYC showcased a vibrant mix of yachts, racing, and festivities, celebrating the Bavaria sailing community in Australia.
#BavariaOktoberfest #SydneyMarineBrokerage #RPAYC #SailingAustralia #YachtRace #PittwaterSailing
Exceptional experiences from Newport to Cannes and Vienna
Discover exceptional experiences with Palm Beach Motor Yachts from Newport to Cannes and Vienna.
#PalmBeachMotorYachts #BoatShows #Yachting #NewportCannes
Marinas28 venue announcement
Marinas28 returns to Brisbane from 28-30 May 2028, showcasing the marina industry at Queen’s Wharf, just after the Sanctuary Cove Boat Show.
#Marinas28 #MarinaConference #BrisbaneEvents #MarinaIndustries #SailingNews
Marine Rescue Wooli volunteers ready for the future with new rescue vessel
Marine Rescue Wooli has launched the new rescue vessel Wooli 30, enhancing safety and response capabilities along the North Coast of NSW.
#MarineRescueWooli #Wooli30 #VolunteerRescue #NSWMarineRescue #SafetyAtSea
Spirit Yachts – New Spirit P50 Sport
Discover the new Spirit P50 Sport motor yacht, perfect for cruising Sydney Harbour and beyond, offering luxury and performance in every voyage.
#MotorYachting #SpiritYachts #Australia #SydneyHarbour #YachtLife #Cruising
Sail Expo 2026 brings together the best of sailing
Join us at Sail Expo 2026, showcasing yachts and marine gear at the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, Newport, on 17-18 October. Fun for the whole family!
#SailExpo2026 #AustraliaSailing #RPAYC #MarineExhibition
Storm Season: How Boat Owners Can Prepare Before Severe Weather Arrives
Severe weather can develop quickly. Pantaenius shares practical steps Australian boat owners can take to prepare their vessels before conditions deteriorate.
#PantaeniusAustralia #MarineInsurance #BoatInsurance #YachtInsurance #SailingAustralia #BoatOwnership
Sydney Marine Brokerage brings new Bavaria arrivals to Sail Expo 2026
Sydney Marine Brokerage will bring three standout yachts to Pittwater Sail Expo 2026, including the newly arrived Bavaria C46 and flagship C57, together with the Grand Soleil 40 Performance.
#Sydneymarinebrokerage #GrandSoleilYachts #BavariaYachts
Excess Catamarans have arrived at Performance Boating Sales
Join us at Sail Expo in Pittwater on 17-18 October to explore the innovative Excess 13 catamaran and special offers on selected models.
#ExcessCatamarans #SailExpo #performanceboatingsales ##SailingNews
Australian Sailing and Foil Drive partner to expand foiling opportunities
Australian Sailing partners with Foil Drive to enhance foiling access for all, boosting Para Sailing opportunities across Australia.
#FoilDrive #AustralianSailing #ParaSailing #InclusiveSailing #Hydrofoiling
Performance Boating Sales to showcase three Jeanneau sailing yachts at Sail Expo 2026
Discover the latest Jeanneau sailing yachts at Sail Expo 2026 in Sydney, featuring the new Sun Odyssey 455, 415, and 380. Join us on 17-18 October!
#Jeanneau #SailExpo2026 #SailingYachts #PerformanceBoating #SunOdyssey
Boat Maintenance and Insurance – The Problems Owners Shouldn’t Ignore
From ageing rigging and deteriorated hoses to batteries, seacocks and corrosion, Pantaenius explains why good boat maintenance and good insurance go hand in hand.
#PantaeniusAustralia #MarineInsurance #BoatInsurance #YachtInsurance #SailingAustralia #BoatOwnership
Marine Rescue NSW records busiest August as volunteers prepare for spring school holidays
Marine Rescue NSW has recorded its busiest August, with 273 missions as volunteers gear up for the spring school holidays ahead.
#MarineRescueNSW #BoatSafety #SailingNews #VolunteerRescue #BoatingSeason
Sail Expo 2026 set to showcase the best of sailing on and off the water
Sail Expo 2026 at RPAYC promises exciting yacht showcases and marine products, perfect for all sailing enthusiasts. Don’t miss it!
#SailExpo #RPAYC #PantaeniusAustralia #AustralianSailing
127-metre Superyacht visit to Cairns highlights $1.95 million economic opportunity
A 127-metre superyacht in Cairns is set to boost the local economy by nearly $1.95 million through crew and vessel spending.
#superyacht #Cairns #economicimpact #tourism #marineindustry
Taking Your Yacht Overseas? Talk to Your Insurer Before You Leave
Planning to cruise your yacht overseas? Pantaenius explains why geographical limits, destinations, crew experience and early planning should be part of your preparations.
#PantaeniusAustralia #MarineInsurance #BoatInsurance #YachtInsurance #SailingAustralia #BoatOwnership
Australian Sailing and Southern Pacific Boats team up to back Australia’s sailors
Australian Sailing announces a partnership with Southern Pacific Boats to support sailors through access to RIBs until the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games.
#AustralianSailing #SouthernPacificBoats #sailing #Olympics #RIBs #sailors
Racing Your Yacht? It Pays to Check Your Insurance Before the Start
Before heading to the start line, do you know how your yacht insurance applies while racing? Pantaenius explains the questions sailors should ask before competing.
#PantaeniusAustralia #MarineInsurance #BoatInsurance #YachtInsurance #SailingAustralia #BoatOwnership
Invitation to BYRA boat building program launch of Northbridge Juniors
Join BYRA on 13 September 2026 for the launch of the Northbridge Junior Boatbuilding Program, celebrating youth sailing and family teamwork.
#BYRA #NorthbridgeJuniors #Boatbuilding #SailingEvent #YouthSailing
Beyond the Fine Print – What Every Australian Boat Owner Should Know About Marine Insurance
What should boat owners look for when choosing marine insurance? Pantaenius shares some of the key questions Australian sailors should ask before they need to make a claim.
#Pantaenius #MarineInsurance #BoatInsurance #YachtInsurance #SailingAustralia #BoatOwnership
Harken celebrating 20 years of service – Misha Begecki
Misha Begecki celebrates 20 years with Harken Australia, recognised for unmatched expertise and dedication in the sailing industry.
#HarkenAUS #SailingIndustry #Milestone #20Years
The Spit Boat Show returns – Nov 7-8 – Register Now!
Join Eyachts at The Spit Boat Show, November 7-8, for an exclusive showcase of luxury vessels and boating innovations.
#TheSpitBoatShow #Eyachts
Seldén masts and the International 470 Class Association announce partnership
Seldén Masts partners with the International 470 Class to support young sailors with equipment awards at major championships in Australia.
#470Class #SeldénMasts #SailorDevelopment
New owner and crew put Hanuman through her paces in Palma
Hanuman’s new crew trained in Palma, preparing for the upcoming Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez, showcasing their expertise and teamwork.
#OfficialJClass #Hanuman #JClass #Palma #VascoVascotto
2026 Boating Data Report Card released
The BIA’s 2026 report reveals Australia’s boating industry steady at $10.5 billion, showcasing growth and job support at the Sydney Boat Show.
#Sydneyboatshow #BoatingIndustryAssociation #MarineIndustry
BIA Apprentice of the Year Award
Lachlan Fraser of Onboard Marine Services wins BIA Apprentice of the Year Award for 2026, showcasing commitment to marine training.
#BoatingIndustryAssociation #ApprenticeOfTheYear #MarineIndustry #BoatingAwards #OnboardMarine
RS Sailing continues to build momentum across Australia
RS Sailing continues to grow across Australia with more than 750 boats nationwide. Discover the success of the RS Aero, Quest, Feva, RS21 and Venture Connect.
#SailingRaceboats #RSsailing
Revolution versus evolution: Two very different brand new IMOCAs are getting ready for The Ocean Race Atlantic
Two new IMOCAs prepare for The Ocean Race Atlantic, showcasing unique design philosophies.
#IMOCAs #TheOceanRace #Malizia4 #DMGMORI #Sailing
The Gaffers return to Moreton Bay for the Vintage Yacht Regatta
Join the excitement at Queensland Cruising Yacht Club’s 51st Vintage Yacht Regatta from 17-19 July, featuring stunning classic vessels.
@QueenslandCruisingYachtClub #VintageYachtRegatta #QueenslandSailing
BYRA Youth Boat Building Project Gathers Momentum
The Bayview Yacht Racing Association’s Youth Boat Building Program continues to gather momentum, with nine new Northbridge Juniors now under construction and three more boats awaiting restoration.
@BYRAsailingClub #NorthbridgeJunior #BoatBuilding #Volunteer #CommunitySailing
Superyacht Australia and APSA announce strategic shift
Superyacht Australia and APSA unveil a new strategy to promote the Asia-Pacific as a premier superyacht cruising destination.
#SuperyachtAustralia #AsiaPacificSuperyachtAssociation #asia_pacific_superyacht_assoc #SuperyachtNews
Schionning Arrow on target using DuFLEX panel system
Meet Felix and Onika from WA as they craft their Schionning Arrow 1360 to explore Australia’s coastline and beyond, fueled by passion and dedication.
#ATLComposites #DuFLEX #BoatBuilding
A sailing legend‘s anniversary – 50 years Eye of the Wind
Discover the legendary tall ship Eye of the Wind, celebrating 50 years of sailing the world’s oceans and captivating maritime enthusiasts in Australia.
#eyeofthewind1911 #TallShips #SailingHistory #MaritimeAdventure
The Boat Works – adding owner/crew accommodation and high-tech gym
Discover the latest enhancements at The Boat Works in Queensland, featuring new owner-crew accommodations and a state-of-the-art gym for boating enthusiasts.
@theboatworksgoldcoast #TheBoatWorks
