Melbourne to Vanuatu Yacht Race returns in 2028
The ORCV announces the return of the Melbourne to Vanuatu Yacht Race in 2028, a thrilling 1,885-nautical-mile journey to paradise.
#ORCV #MelbourneToVanuatu #SailingAustralia
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IMOCA fleet heading for offshore start to The Ocean Race Atlantic
The six-strong IMOCA fleet departs New York for the inaugural Ocean Race Atlantic, set for a fast transatlantic crossing.
#TheOceanRace #IMOCAracing
BIA Marine Jobs program sets records
The BIA Marine Jobs program achieves record engagement, supporting careers in Australia’s marine industry with over 16,000 members seeking opportunities.
#BoatingIndustryAssociation #MarineJobs #BIA #SailingCareers #MarineIndustry
Ocean Fifty – On the edge thrills are guaranteed
Experience the thrilling Ocean Fifty class at the Route du Rhum, where speed and skill collide on the high seas this November.
#OceanFifty #routedurhum.officiel #MultihullRacing #HighSpeedSailing
18ft Skiffs – Tom’s new team for 2026-27
As the 2026-27 Sydney Harbour season approaches, Tom Cunich welcomes new sailors Logan Radford and Jack Taylor to the Lazarus Capital Partners team.
#18Footers #SailingAustralia #SydneyHarbour
Realteam Spirit claims TF35 Mailly Grand Prix
Sails of Change 8 triumphs in the long-distance race at the TF35 Mailly Grand Prix, with Realteam Spirit securing the overall title in Geneva.
#tf35trophy #Sailing #LongDistanceRace
Globe40 unveils its 2028/2029 program
Discover the details of the GLOBE40’s 2028/2029 program, featuring updated rules and new routes.
#GLOBE40 #oceanracing #SailingNews
New contenders emerge on another big day at Magnetic Island Race Week
Excitement at SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week as new winners emerge on a challenging day of racing amid stunning North Queensland scenery.
#MagneticIslandRaceWeek #miraceweek #SailingAustralia #SeaLink
Australia announces Youth Olympic Games athlete selections
Australia selects Sophie Brazier and Stirling McKay for Youth Olympic Games sailing events in Dakar 2026.
#YouthOlympicGames #Sailing #Windsurfing #AustralianSailing #Dakar2026
Ocius NSW Youth Match Racing Champs
Summary of the NSW Youth MR Champs Day 2 highlights and outcomes.
#NSWYachtRacing #YouthSailing #CYCA #RSYS
Wild weather shows ‘no mercy’ at Magnetic Island Race Week
Wild weather disrupts Day 3 of SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week with numerous retirements and thrilling tales from the competitors.
#SMIRW #SailingAustralia #MagneticIsland
Wearn’s final day comeback secures World Championship Silver
Matt Wearn secures silver at the ILCA 7 World Championships after a strong final day performance.
#ILCAsailing #Australiansailing #DúnLaoghaire
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
Elliot Hanson grabs the lead as the top 10 is set for the final races
Elliot Hanson leads the way in the ILCA 7 Men’s World Championship as the final races approach.
#ILCAsailing #Australiansailing #DúnLaoghaire
Platoon Aviation Claims Fourth Royal Cup Title
Platoon Aviation clinched the Royal Cup title in Lanzarote, leaving Crioula and Provezza to battle for podium spots in a thrilling finale.
#52SUPERseries #SailingAustralia #Lanzarote
2026 Sealink Magnetic Island Race Week: New winners on another glamour day
Discover the new winners at the 2026 SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week amidst superb sailing conditions.
#MagneticIslandRaceWeek #miraceweek #SailingAustralia #SeaLink
2026 Magnetic Island Race Week – First winners come home on a high
The 2026 SeaLink Magnetic Island Race Week kicked off with thrilling wins, featuring Tom Woods’ Saltwater Wine and Peter Russell’s Vincitore.
#MagneticIslandRaceWeek #miraceweek #SailingAustralia #SeaLink
18ft Skiffs – 1970s – A golden decade for Kiwi 18 footers
Discover the remarkable achievements of Kiwi 18 footers in the 1970s, featuring the iconic Travelodge New Zealand team.
#18Footers #SailingHistory #TravelodgeNZ #JJGiltinanTrophy #BruceFarr
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
52 super series
Platoon Aviation leads the 52 SUPER SERIES Royal Cup in Lanzarote with a solid performance, gaining a seven-point edge after day three of racing.
#52SUPERseries #SailingAustralia #Lanzarote
Qualifying ends at the 2026 ILCA 7 Men’s Worlds
The 2026 ILCA 7 Men’s Worlds concluded with Finn Lynch leading
#ILCASailing #AustralianSailing #SailingNews
Vayu Leads Day 1 in Lanzarote
Vayu leads after Day 1 of the Royal Cup with a strong performance in light winds.
#52SUPERSERIES #Vayu #RoyalCup #Sailing #Lanzarote #SailingNews
ILCA 7 Men’s Worlds – Day 1
The 2026 ILCA 7 Men’s World Championship kicks off in Dún Laoghaire, with thrilling early races and local sailor Finn Lynch taking the lead.
#ILCAsailing #Australiansailing #DúnLaoghaire
World Sailing’s 2025 impact report demonstrates drive for greater inclusivity
World Sailing’s 2025 Impact Report shows significant strides in inclusivity and sustainability within the sport, enhancing ocean health and social responsibility.
#SailingInclusivity #worldsailingofficial #SailingForAll #SustainableSailing #MarineConservation
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez – A celebration on a Grand Scale
Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez in October 2026 promises thrilling racing with over 260 boats, including Maxis and historic J Class yachts.
#LesVoiles2026 #SaintTropez #ClassicYachts #EdmondDeRothschild
Wearn sets sights on third ILCA7 World Title
Nine Australian sailors, led by Matt Wearn, compete at the 2026 ILCA7 World Championships in Dublin Bay for six challenging days of racing.
#ILCASailing #MattWearn #AustralianSailing #aussailingteam
Bonds Flying Roos stretch championship lead with fifth win of 2026 season
Tom Slingsby’s Bonds Flying Roos clinched their fifth win of the 2026 SailGP season in Sassnitz, boosting their championship lead significantly.
#SailGP #BondsFlyingRoos #TomSlingsby #2026Season #ChampionshipLead #Sassnitz
Hamilton Island Race Week – Final Day
Discover the final results and highlights from the Hamilton Island Race Week 2026.
#HamiltonIslandRaceWeek #HIRW2026 #WildOatsX #Whitsundays #Sailing #YachtRacing #AustralianSailing
SCIBS 2027 exhibitor applications now open
Exhibitor applications for the Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show 2027 are now open. Apply early to secure your spot at Australia’s premier marine event.
#SCIBS2027 #BoatShow #MarineLifestyle #GoldCoast #ExhibitorApplications
World Match Racing Tour finals set for historic double-header at Amaala Yacht Club
The World Match Racing Tour and Women’s Finals will debut at AMAALA Yacht Club this November, featuring equal prize purses.
#worldmatchracingtour #AMAAALYachtClub #MatchRacing #WomensMatchRacing
Graham Bailey wins 2026 Edinburgh Cup and UK Dragon Grand Prix
Graham Bailey claims victory in the 2026 Edinburgh Cup with a race to spare, making history with GBR192 Bluebottle.
#EdinburghCup @internationaldragonsailing #intdragon #BritishDragonAssociation @britishdragons
France set new SailGP speed record on wild opening day in Sassnitz
DS Automobiles Team France achieves 107.63 km/h, breaking the SailGP speed record in Sassnitz.
#SailGP #BondsFlyingRoos #France #SpeedRecord #Sassnitz
Hamilton Island Race Week Day 5 – Final-day battles take shape
As Hamilton Island Race Week nears its finale, new leaders emerge in various divisions, promising an exhilarating conclusion to the 41st event.
#HamiltonIslandRaceWeek #HIRW2026 #WildOatsX #Whitsundays #Sailing #YachtRacing #AustralianSailing
Youngblood claims back-to-back season titles with M32 North American Championship victory
Miles Julien’s YoungBlood secures the Hayden Goodrick Trophy at the M32 North American Championship in Newport, capping a stellar season.
#M32World #Newport
Nominations now open for World Sailing Awards 2026 in Qingdao
Nominations for the World Sailing Awards 2026 in Qingdao are now open, recognising outstanding contributions to sailing. Don’t miss the chance to nominate!
#WorldSailingOfficial #SailingAwards #SailingAustralia
Drummoyne Cup 2026 – Register now
Join us for the annual Drummoyne Cup, celebrating the spirit of Cherub sailing with exciting races, drinks, and live music this September!
#DrummoyneCup #CherubSailing #AustralianSailing
International Jury announced
The Pantaenius Yacht Racing Image Award 2026 announces its international jury, celebrating top marine photography from around the globe.
#Pantaenius #YachtRacing #PhotographyAward #Sailing #MarinePhotography
Things are about to get spicy in Sassnitz 🇩🇪
Australia’s SailGP team heads to Sassnitz with a 12-point lead, aiming to extend their dominance in the upcoming event. Get ready for thrilling racing!
#SailGP #BondsFlyingRoos #AusSailing
Hamilton Island Race Week – Day 4
Hamilton Island Race Week Day 4 featured vibrant yacht presentations and exciting racing in the Whitsundays, setting the stage for thrilling outcomes this Saturday.
#HamiltonIsland #SailingAustralia #RaceWeek
RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race – Pace declared overall winner under IRC
Johnny Vincent’s Volvo 70 Pace wins the 2026 RORC Round Britain and Ireland Race, securing both IRC Overall and Monohull Line Honours in Cowes.
#RORCRacing #RoundBritainandIrelandRace #AustralianSailing
