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Cooloola is the second entry for the inaugural Lord Howe Ocean Race 2026![]()
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Alan Hill is the latest skipper to enter the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club's (RPAYC) inaugural Lord Howe Ocean Race, with Cooloola set to line up for the biennial event, starting on the this year's October long weekend.![]()
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Alan Hill commented, “The race is an opportunity to sail the boat in the open sea away from the maddening crowds and put the boat through its paces with the excellent crew, many of whom helped sail the boat on the race to Auckland last October. I am also keen to support the RPAYC, who are the organisers of this race.”![]()
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“I like the fact that the race is continuous, starting from Pittwater and ending there. The duration enables the rhythm of the watches to settle into a good routine. Our primary motivation is to enjoy the experience. We shall, of course, do our best to perform to the best of our abilities''.![]()
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Starting from Broken Bay on Pittwater on Friday 2 October, the race category 1 yacht race will take the fleet around Balls Pyramid off Lord Howe Island and return to the finish back at Pittwater covering 890nm – one long continuous race.![]()
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Early Bird entry discount ends at 1700 hours on 1 September 2026.![]()
👉 www.lordhoweoceanrace.com.au![]()
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RPAYC Bluewater Pointscore Series – Race 4 Underway![]()
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📰 Pittwater to Newcastle and Return![]()
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Competitors in the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club's Bluewater Pointscore Series set sail this morning for Race 4 – the Pittwater to Newcastle and Return Race, with a clean start at 1000hrs.![]()
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The offshore passage takes competitors north along the NSW coastline to Newcastle before returning to Pittwater, providing another important test of navigation, weather strategy and endurance as the series enters its second half. The course is expected to challenge crews with changing coastal conditions and an overnight passage before the run home.![]()
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Today's Bureau of Meteorology forecast indicates south to southeasterly winds around 10 knots on Pittwater, with a 60–70% chance of showers and a maximum temperature of 16°C. Offshore, a 1.5–2.0 metre southeasterly swell is expected to greet the fleet once they clear Barrenjoey, making for a tactical opening leg before crews settle into their offshore watch systems. ![]()
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Yachts are contesting today's race:![]()
⛵ Jupiter- Ian Smith, MYC![]()
⛵ XS Moment - Ray Hudson, RPAYC![]()
⛵ Blue Planet - Chris O'Neill, CYCA![]()
⛵ J'Ouvert - Stephen Barton, RPAYC![]()
⛵ Disko Trooper - Jules Hall, CYCA![]()
⛵ Illusion - Ben Slee, RANSA![]()
⛵ Veloce - Garry Essex, RPAYC![]()
⛵ Wot's Next - Shaun James, CYCA![]()
⛵Transcendence, Martin & John Cross, RPAYC![]()
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With a mixed forecast offering light southerly winds, passing showers and an offshore swell, strategy will be just as important as boat speed. Crews will be looking to position themselves for the best pressure along the coast while managing the sea state as they make their way towards Newcastle.![]()
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The Pittwater to Newcastle and Return Race continues RPAYC's proud offshore racing tradition, providing valuable experience for both established offshore campaigners and crews preparing for longer Category 2 events later in the season.![]()
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Follow the fleet's progress via Marine Traffic, with full race results to be published on completion at 👉 rpayc.com.au/sailing/bluewater-pointscore-series/
David Lukins Memorial Regatta![]()
Saturday 19 & Sunday 20 September 2026![]()
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The event will be a two-day Match Racing event in the Elliott 7's. Grade 5 Open Match Racing Regatta. Current and Former Youth Development Athletes and Members are invited to submit their Team Entry. A great event to reunite and get back out onto Pittwater. ![]()
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The Regatta is held in memory of David Lukins. David was a tireless volunteer around the club, which resulted in David receiving one of the club’s most prestigious awards, Volunteer of the Year for 1998-99.![]()
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Don’t miss out on your team competing in this exciting annual event!![]()
Register at: www.revolutionise.com.au/trpayachtclub/events/365331
