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Australia Day Regatta 2026

🌊 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.
Sun 07 Dec 2025

Novice Helmsperson

Novice Helmsperson 2025 - Race 2. Never believe the forecast!. This event is open to yachts helmed (for 3/4 of the race) by a sailor with up to 2 year experience.
Sun 29 Jun 2025

From Bar to Bow

Fulfilment of a seven year dream to walk through the doors of Customs House Hotel as a Sydney-Hobart competitor. by Lisa McPhee.
Mon 20 Mar 2023

Cruising South Coast NSW

Cruising South Coast NSW - BERMAGUI TO SHELLHARBOUR Another adventurous trip…. By Dave Waples
Sun 13 Feb 2022

WYC Pumpkin Challenge

The first race back post-covid was a novelty pursuit race (start times staggered according to handicap) with a Halloween themed Crew Overboard drill included.
Wed 27 Oct 2021

20th Oct 2021 Covid Plan

Community sports can have more participants, but 2sqm rule applies.
Wed 20 Oct 2021

A Big Thank You to Our Loyal Members

The $5/person entry fee for regular club races has been waived until next June; to thank members for their loyalty through the lockdown.
Sat 16 Oct 2021

Committee, Roles and Positions

Roles and Positions for 2021-22 have been set at the first meeting of the new committee. Thank you to all the volunteers.
Thu 22 Apr 2021

Covid Plan 23rd Feb 2021

Update's key point is that we are back to 2 square metres per person in an indoor area, instead of 4 square metres per person. The clubhouse can now have 11-12 people.
Tue 23 Feb 2021

Supporters

Lewis Boatyard
The Agency
Hecky Thump
Sam Allen Wholesale
Wollongong City Council