🌊 2026 Australia Day Weekend Regatta – Shellharbour Marina
Join Wollongong Yacht Club for a huge three-day celebration of sailing over the Australia Day long weekend!
From 24–26 January 2026, Shellharbour Marina will come alive as yachts from across the region compete in five races ranging from fast “round-the-cans” action to a scenic coastal race.
Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or bringing the family along to watch from the foreshore, it’s an event packed with fun, competition, and a great marina atmosphere.
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🗓️ Regatta Overview
•Dates: Saturday 24 – Monday 26 January 2026
•Location: Shellharbour Marina, Shell Cove
•Format: 5 races over 3 days
•Racing Area: Shellharbour coastal waters
•Entry Fee:
•$100 block entry (all 5 races – eligible for overall prizes)
•$30 single-race entry (daily prizes only)
Entries via SailSys are open now:
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https://app.sailsys.com.au/club/82/entry/series/5217/pricing
Skippers must hold current Australian Sailing membership or obtain a SailPass, and ensure all Persons on Board are registered in SailSys before each race.
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🏆 Daily & Overall Prizes
•Daily Race Prizes: Rum, wine & beer
•Overall Regatta:
🥇 1st – $600
🥈 2nd – $400
🥉 3rd – $200
Presentations will be held each afternoon at the marina, with the major awards presented on Australia Day following the BBQ lunch.
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📅 Schedule Highlights
Saturday 24 January
•10:00 – Briefing
•11:00 – Race 1
•13:30 – Race 2
•17:30 – Presentation
Sunday 25 January
•09:00 – Briefing
•10:00 – Race 3
•12:30 – Race 4 (Coastal Challenge)
•18:00 – Presentation
Monday 26 January (Australia Day)
•09:00 – Briefing
•10:00 – Race 5
•12:30 – BBQ & Overall Presentation
Full details available in the Notice of Race. Sailing Instructions will be published by 23 January on the WYC website and SailSys noticeboard.
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⚓ Shellharbour Marina Facilities
Shellharbour Marina is a modern waterfront hub offering restaurants, bars, supermarket, amenities, and easy access to the race course. Perfect for crews, families, and spectators.
Marina Contact – Bookings & Enquiries
Shellharbour Marina
📍 Shell Cove, NSW
📞 02 4250 4100
(For berth bookings, visitor enquiries, and marina services)
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📞 Regatta Contacts
Wollongong Yacht Club – Race Management
Race Officer: Travis Green
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🌐 www.wyc.org.au
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