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Hooligan and Marcus Blackmore Triumph at the 40th Hamilton Island Race Week
Marcus Blackmore and his TP52 Hooligan have claimed victory in Rating Division 1 at the 40th anniversary of Hamilton Island Race Week — a fitting bookend to a remarkable 40-year story. Marcus first won here in 1984, taking the Arbitrary Division with The Manly Ferry at the inaugural Race Week. In the years since, his …
Cooloola crew latest to be lured by Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race
MEDIA RELEASE A well-travelled Englishman, who these days calls Australia home, is among the entries in the 1250 nautical mile Sydney to Auckland Ocean Race (S2A) sponsored by Harken, which starts on …
Divisional duels to Trans-Tasman clashes; Hamilton Island Race Week 2025 hits its stride
Two days into progressive results and divisional battles are taking shape at Hamilton Island Race Week presented by AMEX.Today’s Dent Passage starts for HI Yellow, Orange and Pink divisions, Trailer Yachts, and both Hamilton Island Multihull Divisions were postponed until the trade winds were established, shortly after midday. The SE-E breeze increased across the racetrack …
RPAYC Teams Rise in the 470 Junior Circuit
by Sienna Brown, On the behalf of Ellis Merrett and Angus Renton RPAYC- Post regatta article Europe 2025 Our experience was tough and exposed us to the incredibly tactical and tight racing within the Olympic 470 class. Ellis Merrett, Angus Renton and I have been racing on the Pittwater alongside each other for many years …
From the Tasman to the kiwi coast – line up your next adventure – the pic coastal classic!
Taking on the Sydney to Auckland race, why stop there? The PIC Coastal Classic invites you to test your skills along New Zealand’s stunning coastline, whether you’re hungry for competitive racing or want to enjoy a more leisurely rally with fellow sailors.Why join the PIC Coastal Classic? 119 nautical miles of pure coastal magic: From …
Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club Final Results at Airlie Beach Race Week 2025
by Commodore Robert McClelland Performance Cruising close encounters – photo by Andrea Francolini RPAYC boats have once again made their mark in the Whitsundays, with strong performances across multiple divisions and a podium finish in the hotly contested Performance Racing fleet. The week delivered classic trade wind conditions — steady breezes between 15 …
Club Services
Marine Services
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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Membership
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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Functions & Dining
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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Training Services
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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Our Club
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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