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49erFX- European Championships 2026, 49erFX 2026 Junior World Championship
Euros Eckernförde, Germany. Junior worlds Medemblik, Netherlands. Euros 7th-12th July, Junior worlds 22nd-26th RPAYC sailor Eva Attwood recently represented Australia at the Euro and Junior World Championships, with support from a YCSF grant. In the report below, Eva shares her experience competing on the international stage, reflecting on the racing, challenges and opportunities that came …
First Friday Competitive Cruise: The Ladies Bring Energy to Competitive Cruising
by Rear Commodore Cruising Greg Dunstan The Cruising Division held its first “competitive cruise” last weekend since the Lake Macquarie Christmas Cruise, with the fleet enjoying a light-wind sail to Refuge Bay. All boats remained in contact on Channel 77, creating plenty of camaraderie and entertainment throughout the day. One of the highlights came from …
DF65 Travellers’ Trophy – Round 3 at RSYS
by Warwick Crossman The Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron capped the entries for Round 3 of the DF65 Traveller’s Trophy Series on 02/08/2026 at thirty competitors, and RPAYC was well represented by seven pretty competitive sailors. There was also a handful of sailors from Pittwater’s Weekend Warriors. Conditions were ideal for the start of racing with …
Congratulations David West RPAYC member for 50 years
David West, who joined in 1975, initially sailed Athene III, sail number 1843, and in 1994 started racing on his boat Whanau, a Compass 29, also sail number 1843. David successfully raced, Whanau winning his division for a number of years. During that time David serving as his race Division Representative. David has a very …
Team Aftershock Crowned 2026 International 11 Metre World Champions
Media report by Michael Lockley Team Aftershock, proudly representing the RPAYC and CYCA , delivered an outstanding performance in winning the International 11 Meter One Design world championship 2026. very successfully run by the Royal Norwegian Yacht Club and Hanko Yacht Club off the Island of Hanko, Norway. Our crew, Michael Lockley skipper, Mark Griffith …
Day 1 Complete – Aftershock Sets the Pace at Hankø
Day 1 Complete – Aftershock Sets the Pace at Hankø Four races were completed on the opening day of the 2026 11 Metre One Design World Championship, and the championship is already delivering close, tactical racing in the beautiful waters off Hankø. Australia’s Team Aftershock, helmed by Mark Griffith and Michael Lockley, takes the overnight …
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The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club AUSTRALIA'S 2017/2018 CLUB MARINA OF THE YEAR has permanent berthing, mooring and dry storage for members and also offers berthing and mooring for visitors to the Club. Located in Newport on the beautiful Pittwater waterway, Broken Bay.
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The Club offers various categories of membership to suit individual requirements and offers families an opportunity to enjoy the facilities with children free when included in a family membership package.
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Enjoy waterside dining, celebrate a special event, or meet for a work conference, all on the shores of Pittwater. We also cater for weddings and large events.
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RPAYC runs a number of courses from Learn to Sail for Kids 'Tackers', Youth 'OutThere' Programs and Adults Keelboat Courses, to School Holiday Programs, Class Development Training, Youth Development Training, Private Coaching sessions, Schools Training, Professional development courses and Marine courses via Above and Beyond Boating.
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The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club is situated on Green Point on the pristine body of water called Pittwater, on Sydney's Northern Beaches.
"The Alfreds", as it's known by locals and members, has a long and colourful history and is one of Australia's oldest and most prestigious yacht Clubs. The Club is currently home to the Admiral's Cup, one of yachting's most sought after trophies.
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