79 Years After The First FleetThe Prince Alfred Yacht Club, PAYC, was established in 1867, just 79 years after the First Fleet arrived in Sydney Cove in 1788. In Europe, yacht owners and crews had been…
The History of RPAYC; The first 50 years 1867 - 1917
World-Class Experience, Simple Philosophy: Meet Head Chef Alex Fernandez
Head Chef Alex Fernandez has travelled from one of the world’s most celebrated kitchens to the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club. Yet for all the techniques he has mastered along the way, his philosophy remains…
Volunteers Cocktail Night 2026
Volunteers Cocktail Night 2026On Friday night, almost 100 of our volunteers gathered for our annual Volunteers Cocktail Party to celebrate the people who contribute so much to the life of our Club.A highlight of the…
Where It Began: The Story of the Coffs Race
The following is an excerpt from Memoirs of a Coffs Race Addict, written by Angus Gordon, Commodore of the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club from 2005 to 2008. In it, Angus shares a vivid account…
Old Timers Race 2025
The Old Timers Race Luncheon was a wonderful celebration of sailing, experience, and community at RPAYC. “Old Timers” is a term used at RPAYC with affection and respect. It isn’t about age; it’s about the…
Community celebrates sporting legends
RPAYC Sailor Jim Colley & Shaun Connor Honoured with Olympic Plaque on Manly Esplanade It was a proud moment for the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (RPAYC) community this week as Olympic sailors Jim Colley…