Int. Etchells NSW Championship 2026
20 - 22 November
Lucky & Pep's Etchells NSW State Championship 2026
20 - 22 November 2026
Calling all Etchells sailors, RPAYC is proud to be hosting the 2026 Lucky & Pep’s Etchells NSW Championship on the waters of Pittwater and Broken Bay.
Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club warmly welcomes Etchells sailors from across New South Wales, interstate and beyond to join us for the 2026 Lucky & Pep’s Etchells NSW Championship on the beautiful waters of Pittwater.
With its combination of open-water racing, shifting breezes and spectacular surroundings, Pittwater provides a fantastic setting for competitive Etchells racing. We look forward to welcoming established crews, returning competitors and new teams for a great championship both on and off the water.
Join us at RPAYC for three days of racing, camaraderie and class competition, with the Club providing a relaxed and welcoming base throughout the event.
We encourage all Etchells sailors to get their crews together, enter the Championship and be part of a memorable weekend of racing on Pittwater.
We look forward to seeing you at RPAYC.
For storage, trailer and berthing, coach boats, see Further Information below.
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Schedule of Events
| Date | Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thu 19 Nov 2026 | 0900–1800hrs | Arrivals & Launching | RPAYC Hardstands |
| 0900–1900hrs | Registration & Weigh In | RPAYC Reception | |
| Fri 20 Nov 2026 | 0800–1000hrs | Registration & Weigh In | RPAYC Reception |
| 1030hrs | Competitor Briefing | Halyards Bar/Bistro | |
| 1155hrs | Race Day 1 – First Warning Signal | Pittwater / Broken Bay | |
| ASAP after racing | Sausage Sizzle | BBQ Area / Lawn | |
| Sat 21 Nov 2026 | 1155hrs | Race Day 2 – First Warning Signal | Pittwater / Broken Bay |
| Sun 22 Nov 2026 | 1055hrs | Race Day 3 – First Warning Signal | Pittwater / Broken Bay |
| ASAP after racing | Lift Out for Boats Departing Sunday PM | RPAYC Hardstands | |
| ASAP after racing | Sausage Sizzle & Presentation | Halyards Bar/Bistro | |
| Mon 23 Nov 2026 | 0900–1800hrs | Lift Out for Departing Boats – Continued | RPAYC Hardstands |
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Further Event Information
SUPPORT BOATS:
All coaches and support boats must register their details with the Organising Authority at registration.
There may be limited berthing available for support vessels. Support vessels shall be subject to the casual berthing/hardstand fees as applicable.
BERTHING & TRAILER PARKING:
Boats shall be kept in the allocated berthing area for the duration of the Regatta.
Hardstand storage outside of this period will be subject to the casual hardstand rates.
Facilities MUST be pre-booked and arrival date (and approximate time if possible) advised by phoning Waterfront on 02 9998 3741 or emailing waterfront@rpayc.com.au no later than the close of entries for each regatta.
The Organising Authority will direct trailer parking.
Visual Map to download
- Alfred’ House
- Narrabeen Sport and Recreation
- Metro Mirage, discount for competitors
- Airbnb’s – House accommodation for families
- Checkers Resort and conference centre, Terrey Hills
- Miramare Gardens, Terrey Hills
- Terrey Hills Caravan Park & Cabins
- Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park – Narrabeen
- Manly Beach Sebel (Accor hotels)
- Novotel Manly Pacific
- Palm Beach Apartments & Bed and Breakfast
- Avalon Backpackers Hostel
- Pittwater Eco YHA (youth hostel)
- Narrabeen Sands Hotel
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Visitor Parking
Visitor parking is available in the Crystal Bay Car Park. Access the carpark via Crystal Street, Newport.
There is a walkway through the Crystal Bay hardstand area with access the main club house.
Enquiries & Contacts
Contact RPAYC for further information regarding facilities, and for sponsorship and marketing opportunities.
16 Mitala Street, Newport NSW 2106
Phone: +61 2 9998 3700
Email: sailing@rpayc.com.au
