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South West Sailing Spotlight: RC Sailing Busselton

The vibrant Western Australian radio sailing scene continues to grow, and a recent visit to RC Sailing Busselton highlighted just how strong and welcoming the local club community is in the region.
04 Mar 2026 12:23

Australia’s Best 10R Sailors Set to Battle at the 2026 International Ten Rater Australian Championship

The 2026 International Ten Rater Australian Championship will be sailed from 5–7 March 2026 at the picturesque Emerald Lakes on the Gold Coast, Queensland, with the event proudly hosted by the Paradise Radio Yacht Club (PRYC).
04 Mar 2026 09:30

McDowall Claims 2026 International Marblehead Class Australian Championship

The 2026 International Marblehead Class Australian Championship concluded today at Emerald Lakes on the Gold Coast, following three days of high-quality racing in a competitive national fleet.
03 Mar 2026 17:08

McDowall Takes Control After Day 2 at Marblehead Australian Championship

The 2026 International Marblehead Class Australian Championship continued today at Emerald Lakes on Queensland’s Gold Coast, with a full schedule of racing completed, setting the stage for a decisive final day tomorrow.
02 Mar 2026 16:43

Torpy Takes Early Lead at Marblehead Australian Championship on the Gold Coast

The 2026 International Marblehead Class Australian Championship commenced today at the superb Emerald Lakes venue on the Gold Coast, hosted by the Paradise Radio Yacht Club, with a strong fleet of 19 boats contesting the national title.
01 Mar 2026 22:30

Paul Jones Wins 2026 NSW IOM GP Rd 2, While Bruce Benoit Claims the Susan McAnna Memorial Trophy

Paul Jones (Lake Macquarie RYC) delivered a commanding performance to win Round 2 of the 2026 NSW IOM GP series, held at Kogarah Bay Radio Yacht Club, finishing well clear of the field after two days of competitive racing. However, in a fitting twist that reflects the spirit of the event, it was Illawarra’s Bruce Benoit who was awarded the prestigious Susan McAnna Memorial Trophy.
25 Feb 2026 09:14

Weizman Claims Dominant Victory at Illawarra

The 2026 International A Class Australian Championship concluded in spectacular fashion at Illawarra Yacht Club, with Sydney’s Daniel Weizman delivering a commanding performance to secure the national title after two days and 24 races of high-quality competition.
24 Feb 2026 14:46

A Class Australian Championship Underway at Illawarra

The 2026 A Class Australian Championship got underway today at the picturesque Illawarra Yacht Club in New South Wales, with a competitive fleet of 13 skippers contesting the national title over two days of racing, 23–24 February.
23 Feb 2026 09:38

Susan McAnna Memorial Trophy – A Regatta with Heart and History

One of NSW radio sailing’s most significant regattas, the Susan McAnna Memorial Trophy, takes place at Kogarah Bay Sailing Club on 21–22 February 2026, bringing together the state’s leading skippers for a weekend that blends high-level competition with meaningful remembrance.
13 Feb 2026 10:00

2026 NSW IOM GP Round 1 – Grahamstown Dam

Round 1 of the 2026 NSW IOM Grand Prix Series was sailed at Grahamstown Dam on Saturday 7 February, with 19 boats contesting the opening event of the series and showcasing the strength and depth of the IOM class in New South Wales.
09 Feb 2026 20:29

Whitrod Trophy Opens the 2026 IOM Season at Glenelg

The 2026 IOM sailing season got underway on 18 January with the running of the first IOM ranking event being the Whitrod Trophy, sailed on the Patawalonga at Glenelg, South Australia. The early-season event attracted a fleet of 14 skippers from across the state, providing the first benchmark of form for the new year.
20 Jan 2026 23:38

A Big Year Ahead for AUS IOM Sailing

The 2026 International One Metre Class (IOM) season is shaping up as a landmark year, with a strong focus on major championship events and Australian sailors competing on the world stage. From state titles across the country to regattas across the Tasman and the ultimate test at the 2026 IOM World Championship.
20 Jan 2026 00:01

DF Classes National Championships 2025 - Nick Jerwood put on a masterclass.

Nick Jerwood from WA put on a masterclass at the DF95 and DF65 National Championships, winning both events for the second year running. Nick sailed incredibly consistently and thoroughly deserved the chocolates.
06 Oct 2025 20:49

Paul Jones Crowned Inaugural IOM Oceania Champion at Lake Pegasus

Christchurch, New Zealand: Australia’s Paul Jones has claimed victory at the inaugural IOM Oceania Championship, sailed on the scenic waters of Lake Pegasus in Christchurch, New Zealand. The event brought together 66 competitors from nine nations — Australia, New Zealand, Spain, Chile, Ireland, the United States, Canada, China, and France — marking a historic first for the International One Metre (IOM) class in the Oceania region.
04 Oct 2025 21:22

IOM World Championships - Datchet Waters, London 2026

The next IOM World Championships will be held at the Datchet Waters Sailing Club in London from 15 to 22 May 2026. The Expression of Interest form can be found below....
18 Sep 2025 20:16

Sails Up! Aussies Get Ready for IOM Oceania Championship, Lake Pegasus NZ

For the first major international IOM event in the Oceania Region since the 2024 World Championship in Gladstone, sailors from around the world are heading to Lake Pegasus, Christchurch, New Zealand. The 2025 IOM Oceania Championship, taking place from 30th September to 4th October, promises thrilling racing, fierce competition, and plenty of camaraderie.
15 Sep 2025 20:41