Australian-Championship Articles

Trans-Tasman Showdown Closes Day Three at Hamilton Island Race Week

The Palm Beach Motor Yachts Trans-Tasman 49er Exhibition Series stole the show late in the day, giving crowds a taste of Brisbane 2032-level high performance. In the men’s 49er, New Zealanders Seb Menzies and George Lee Rush took top honours, while Australia’s Laura Harding and Annie Wilmot sent the home crowd into raptures with victory in the women’s 49erFX. “Palm Beach Motor Yachts is proud to back Olympic class sailing between Australia and New Zealand.
Hamilton Island Race Week
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Whitsundays breeze, world-class crews, and a party that never sleeps – Hamilton keeps its 40th anniversary legend alive

04-09-2025

Tension Rises on Practice Day of 2025 J/70 Australian Championship at Renowned Sandringham Yacht Club

Port Phillip Bay lends its captivating azure waters to the J/70 Australian Championships 2025, with 21 boats making a dash to polish their strategies and gauge the competition. Led by accomplished sailor Alex Dare, the practise day saw a parade of young and experienced sailors from different backgrounds, united by their passion for the sport, and their shared vessel of choice: the increasingly popular J/70s.

It’s evident that the sport of sailing continues to evolve with its competitors. This year’s enthralling spectacle features five interstate teams, seven youth teams, and 14 teams of Corinthians, offering a flavourful mix of styles and strategies that keeps everyone on their toes. Nautical spectators and competitors can’t help but get infused with an invigorating sense of anticipation and camaraderie.

15-01-2025