Marine Rescue NSW’s busiest July saw 253 missions, with 90 emergencies, reflecting increased boating activity across the state. Stay safe!
#MarineRescue #NSWBoating #SafetyFirst #VolunteerWork #BoatingCommunity
Catch the latest on the ORCV KISS 2026 training program activities and how they are shaping the future of Australian sailing.
#KISS2026 #PassageRally #SailingNews #ORCV
Steve Bryant looks back at the 2000 Kenwood Cup in Hawaii, racing aboard Fruit Machine with the Australian team in the final edition of the famous event.
#KenwoodCup #FruitMachine #YachtRacing #AustralianSailing #MySailing
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
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 grow across Australia with more than 750 boats nationwide. Discover the success of the RS Aero, Quest, Feva, RS21 and Venture Connect.
#SailingRaceboats #RSsailing
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 unveil a new strategy to promote the Asia-Pacific as a premier superyacht cruising destination.
#SuperyachtAustralia #AsiaPacificSuperyachtAssociation #asia_pacific_superyacht_assoc #SuperyachtNews
BYRA’s Youth Timber Boat Building programme, designed as a pathway for young non-sailors into the sport.
@BYRAsailingClub
James Sargeant and others from the Australian sailing community are honored in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours for their contributions to the sport.
#SailingAustralia #AustSail
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
World Sailing introduces new Portrayal Guidelines to enhance inclusivity and equity in sailing, aiming for fair representation across all media and events.
#WorldSailingOfficial #EquityInSailing
Join the global celebration of women in sailing as Steering the Course 2026 promotes empowerment and skills development across Australia and beyond.
#worldsailingofficial #SteeringTheCourse #WomenInSailing
The BIA opens nominations for the 2026 Apprentice of the Year Awards, celebrating excellence in Australia’s marine industry and skills development.
@BoatingIndustryAssociation #MarineIndustry #ApprenticeOfTheYear #BIA
Tragic loss for Marine Rescue Ballina as two volunteers perish during a life-saving mission off South Ballina break wall, highlighting the risks faced by rescuers.
@MarineRescue #MarineRescueNSW #Volunteers #CommunitySupport
Marine Rescue NSW volunteers completed over 3,147 missions this season, ensuring the safe return of 7,000 boaters across the state of NSW.
@MarineRescue #MarineRescueNSW #BoatingSafety
Sailing legend Gordon Ingate OAM passed away at age 100; a life celebrated at the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron and beyond, leaving a legacy in Australia sailing.
#SailingAustralia #GordonIngate #RoyalSydneyYachtSquadron #SailingNews
Celebrate Gordon Ingate OAM’s 100th birthday, a legendary Australian sailor whose perseverance defined his Olympic dream and inspired countless sailors.
#AustralianSailing #SailingLegend
ILCA announces the founding members of its new Athlete Panel, showcasing global talent including Mária Érdi and Pavlos Kontides.
@ilcasailing #ilca_sailing
Sailing Zingaro teams up with PredictWind to launch a video series helping sailors leverage modern weather technology for safer passages around the World.
#SailingZingaro #PredictWind #AustralianSailing
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
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
World Sailing opens applications for women’s Steering the Course technical courses, empowering women in sailing around the World
#worldsailingofficial #WomenInSailing #Australia
For the first time in 175 years, women will feature on all boats in the Louis Vuitton 38th America’s Cup in Naples, Italy.
#AmericasCup #WomenInSailing #IWD2026
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
Celebrating International Women’s Day at the 2026 Nautilus Marine Insurance Sydney Harbour Regatta with inspiring female sailors leading the race!
#MiddleHarbourYachtClub WomenInSailing #SailingAustralia #IWD2026
World Sailing is inviting bids for the 2030-2031 World Championships, the main Olympic qualifier for the Brisbane 2032 Games, showcasing Olympic-class sailing.
#WorldSailingOfficial #SailingChampionships #Brisbane2032 #SailingEvents #OlympicSailing
Discover how Petrina Dorrington transformed from a novice sailor to an empowered ocean racer through the ORCV KISS program in Victoria, Australia.
@OceanRacingClub #orcv_racing #Sailing #WomenInSailing #ORCV #KISSProgram
Palm Beach Motor Yachts partners with CYCA to inspire the next generation of sailors in Sydney, fostering a legacy of sailing innovation and training.
#PalmBeachMotorYachts #CYCA #CruisingYachtClubAustralia #YouthSailing #SailingAustralia
Join us for the 34th Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta at Port Phillip, June 5-8, celebrating women in sailing and fostering new talent!
#AustralianWomensKeelboatRegatta #AWKR1 #WomensSailing
Australian Sailing unveils a new Participation Plan to boost engagement and accessibility in sailing across Australia leading to 2032 and beyond.
#SailingAustralia #DiscoverSailing #AustSail
Mark Richards to deliver the Closing Keynote at Marinas26 on the Gold Coast, offering insights on marine innovation and marina evolution for future boaters.
#AustralianSailing #Marinas26 #OceanRacing
Rafa Trujillo has joined the Finn Class Hall of Fame at the Porsche Centre Brisbane 2026 Finn Gold Cup, celebrating his remarkable sailing achievements.
#finnsailing #finnclass
Red Pumps Red is on the verge of making history at Manly 16ft Skiff Club, with Zoe Dransfield aiming to become the first female skipper to win the championship.
#SailingAustralia #Manly16ftSkiffClub #WomenInSailing
Victorian women keelboat sailors gear up for IWD 2026, with events aimed at promoting equality and participation in sailing across Australia.
#WomensSailing #IWD2026 #SailAustralia
Celebrate 100 years of sailing at Bellerive Yacht Club with upcoming regattas and events on Tasmania’s River Derwent this February and March!
#BelleriveYachtClub #SailingTasmania #CentenaryCelebration #WomenInSailing #TasmanianSailing
The Boating Industry Association highlights the importance of apprenticeships for the future of Australia’s marine industry during National Apprentice Week.
#BoatingIndustryAssociation #MarineJobs #ApprenticeWeek #SailingAustralia
World Sailing honoured at the 2025 IOC Climate Action Awards for its innovative fleet management in competitive sailing at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
#worldsailing #SailingAustralia #ClimateAction #Olympics
Discover the excitement of Globe 40 as boats arrive in Sydney, gearing up for their adventure towards Chile from Sydney Harbour. 🌊⛵
#SailingAustralia #Globe40 #SydneySailing
In the early 1970s, Victoria Willman sailed from the Sydney Flying Squadron at Kirribilli, the birthplace of 18ft skiff sailing in a boat named Boobs. They carried an “L” plate on both the mainsail and transom. The crew was entirely female
#18skiff #18footers #sydneyharbour
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