Meaning of Hull
Changes in the 2021-24 Racing Rules of Sailing have led race officials to question World Sailing about what forms part of a boats hull.
Racing Rules
News
Working in the Cup with Richard Slater
From being Rules Advisor for Young Australia in 1999 to Chief Umpire for the 36th America’s Cup in 2021 Richard Slater has worked both sides of the Auld Mug.
Racing Rules
Australian Sailing working with Surf Life Saving in SA
Australian Sailing and Surf Life Saving collaborate to provide a first aid/safety course with a difference.
Safety
Equipment Auditor Accreditations on The Move
Australian Sailing is looking to accredit Equipment Auditors directly and remove the need for appointment by a club.
Safety
Anchor Comparison Data for Auditors
In the quest to keep weight down for racing, some yachts have been known to use a range of lightweight high tensile aluminum anchors.
Safety
LCE Showtime Review Summary
A summary of the review into the loss of LCE Showtime’s keel has been released including the recommendations and Australian Sailing’s response to each.
Safety
Does your club need support with safety?
Clubs around Australia may appreciate some guidance or helpful resources to help them manage different safety issues. Australian Sailing invites clubs to contact us so that we can provide that support.
Safety
2021-2024 version of the Australian Sailing Special Regulations now available.
The 2021-2024 version of the Australian Sailing Special Regulations have now been published on the Australian Sailing website.
Safety
World Sailing 2020 Annual Conference.
The 2020 World Sailing Annual Conference was held this year via video conferencing with the Special Regulations Sub – committee meeting in October.
Safety
RMI and HSF
The resistance to capsize requirements in the Special Regulations provide more options for race Categories 3 to 7 and there is a calculator available to help.
Safety
Public Comment invited on Proposed Amendment
A proposed amendment to the Special Regulations in now available for public comment by 4 January 2021.
Safety
New Amendments added to the Special Regulations
Three new amendments have been added to the Special Regulations page of the web, two of which are effective immediately.
Safety
Keel and Rudder Inspection
Keel and rudder fin failure happens but may be avoidable with some simple checks. The importance of this should not be under appreciated.
Safety
Independent Audits and Best Practice
Independent auditing of boats’ safety equipment is indubitably best practice that lifts the game and improves safety culture in any fleet and club.
Safety
Event settings explained
This guide will help you navigate the different event settings that allow people to register for your event or course.
Online Services
Introducing Venue Checkin
As clubs return to sailing, revSPORT has developed a Venue Checkin utility to assist clubs in contact tracing
Online Services
Official of the Year winner
Stephen Aulich IRO is congratulated for winning the 2020 Australian Sailing Awards Official of the Year for a second time.
Racing Rules
Changes to the 2021-2024 RRS
The Racing Rules Officials Committee have created two presentations to help navigate the changes to the new version of the RRS. One directed at sailors while the other visits the changes that affect the Race Management team.
Racing Rules