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# Sail Paradise

Official Website of Australia's Sail Paradise Regatta

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- [SAIL PARADISE 2026: THE COUNTDOWN IS ON](https://sailparadise.com.au/sail-paradise-2026-the-countdown-is-on/) - The countdown is officially on for The Yacht Sales Co. Sail Paradise 2026, returning to the Gold Coast this October and incorporating the Australian Yachting Championships. Hosted by Southport Yacht Club over the Queensland King’s Birthday Long Weekend, the regatta will bring together local, interstate and international competitors for three days of racing from 3–5
- [2026 ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN](https://sailparadise.com.au/2026-entries-are-now-open/) - Entries into the 17th Sail Paradise Regatta, incorporating the 2026 Australian Yachting Championships, are now open! ENTER NOW on Topyacht here: https://topyacht.com.au/db/kb2/1955
- [STRONG WINDS CLOSE OUT A THRILLING FINAL DAY OF THE YACHT SALES CO SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/strong-winds-close-out-a-thrilling-final-day-of-the-yacht-sales-co-sail-paradise-regatta/) - Day Three of The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise 2025 delivered exhilarating racing conditions, with a strong northerly breeze propelling the fleet down the stunning Gold Coast coastline from Southport to Burleigh Heads for the final showdown of the regatta. After a weekend of shifting weather patterns, today’s breeze brought ideal conditions for high-speed racing
- [ONE WEEK TO GO!](https://sailparadise.com.au/one-week-to-go/) - AUSTRALIA’S SPECTACULAR OFFSHORE GRAND PRIX SAILING REGATTA RETURNS TO THE GOLD COAST Southport Yacht Club’s flagship regatta SAIL PARADISE returns next weekend, Friday 3rd to Monday 6th, over the Queensland King’s Birthday Long Weekend in October! With final close of entries by this Sunday, 2025 has attracted 40 crews so far, representing a larger fleet than
- [LIGHT WINDS TEST SAILORS’ PATIENCE ON DAY 2 OF THE YACHT SALES CO SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/light-winds-test-sailors-patience-on-day-2-of-the-yacht-sales-co-sail-paradise-regatta/) - Day Two of The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise 2025 brought a change of pace for competitors, as light morning winds delayed the start of racing before conditions improved to deliver a spectacular afternoon on the Gold Coast. Crews spent the morning cruising and patiently awaiting the call to start, before a fresh breeze rolled
- [PERFECT CONDITIONS LAUNCH DAY 1 OF THE YACHT SALES CO SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/perfect-conditions-launch-day-1-of-the-yacht-sales-co-sail-paradise-regatta/) - Southport Yacht Club’s flagship event, The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise 2025, officially set sail today under picture-perfect Gold Coast skies, marking the start of an action-packed long weekend of offshore racing. With 32 boats hitting the water, crews were treated to ideal conditions—clear skies, steady breeze, and a rolling seaway, setting the tone for
- [MAYOR TOM TATE WELCOMES YOU TO THE GOLD COAST](https://sailparadise.com.au/mayor-tom-tate-welcomes-you-to-the-gold-coast-2025/) - There’s nothing quite like watching high energy sailing action off the shores of the Gold Coast. In 2025, we welcome many new visiting entrants for the Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise regatta – the premier annual event for our city. This regatta is a huge drawcard for families and provides sailing enthusiasts the chance to
- [7 NEWS SPORT COVERAGE](https://sailparadise.com.au/7-news-sport-coverage/) - FROM 7 NEWS SPORT: 07/10/24
- [DAY THREE: WHALES, SAILS & STORYTALES](https://sailparadise.com.au/day-three-whales-sails-storytales/) - FROM SAIL-WORLD MAGAZINE: 07/10/24 Day Three presented very light conditions for our final day of racing, with starts postponed till 12:45pm covered Course 11 using the Surfers Mark for PHS & Cruising Divisions, and a final Windward/Leeward RTC for the IRC competitors off Broadbeach. Skippers and crew made the most of the delay however,
- [DAY TWO: SAILOR'S PARADISE DELIVERS CLEAN, FAST RACING](https://sailparadise.com.au/day-two-sailors-paradise-delivers-clean-fast-racing/) - FROM SAIL-WORLD MAGAZINE: 06/10/24 Day Two has presented almost perfect sailing conditions for all competitors of the The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise 2024 Regatta, with plenty of whales breaching to catch a glimpse the action here on Australia's Gold Coast. Sporting 30 degree temperatures, with a northwesterly 15 knots of breeze, the 40
- [DAY ONE: THRILLS, SPILLS AND QUESTIONABLE FASHION CHOICES](https://sailparadise.com.au/sp24-day-one-update/) - FROM: SAIL WORLD MAGAZINE 05/10 Day One of the the Gold Coast's offshore sailing regatta kicked off with a splash of fun, colour and questionable fashion choices, with 40 competitor boats dressed up for the 'Parade in Paradise', set in front of the Southport Yacht Club's Main Beach restaurant, before setting off for the Seaway and
- [MAYOR TOM TATE WELCOMES YOU TO THE GOLD COAST](https://sailparadise.com.au/welcome-by-mayor-tom-tate/) - Welcome to The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise, the premier sailing regatta for our city. This event is a huge drawcard for families and provides sailing enthusiasts the chance to view the race flotilla up close at Southport Yacht Club throughout the three-day program. In 2024, we have added the Australian QLD Sailing Championships, building
- [2024 Queensland Yachting Championships](https://sailparadise.com.au/2024-queensland-yachting-championships/) - AUSTRALIAN SAILING: Southport Yacht Club are excited that they have been successful in gaining the hosting rights for the Queensland Yachting Championships for a three-year period to include the following dates:5th – 7th October 2024, 4th – 6th October 2025 and 3rd – 5th October 2026. Based on the beautiful waters of the Gold Coast,
- [AUSTRALIA'S SAIL PARADISE RETURNS IN 2024 WITH A BRAND NEW MAJOR SPONSOR](https://sailparadise.com.au/australias-sail-paradise-regatta-returns-in-2024-with-a-brand-new-major-sponsor/) - Southport Yacht Club’s flagship regatta SAIL PARADISE returns in 2024 on the Queensland King’s Birthday Long Weekend in October, following a wildly successful event last year. Southport Yacht Club Commodore Drew Jones said he was delighted to announce a fresh new look for the event and the signing a multi-year sponsorship deal with The Yacht
- [A TRIUMPH OF SAILING EXCELLENCE](https://sailparadise.com.au/a-tirump-of-sailing-excellence/) - Bartercard Sail Paradise 2023 concluded with three days of thrilling yacht racing, set against the stunning backdrop of the sunny Gold Coast, Australia. The event showcased sporty racing conditions, thanks to a brisk 22-knot nor' north-easterly breeze that kept sailors and spectators captivated. Nic Douglass, renowned for "Adventures of a Sailor Girl," also attended
- [WEDGETAIL & BLACK DIAMOND GRUDGE CONTINUES!](https://sailparadise.com.au/wedgetail-black-diamond-grudge-continues/) - THE COMPETITION HEATS UP AS WEDGETAIL CALLS OUT BLACK DIAMOND! David Rose (Rosie), the skipper of ‘Wedgetail, has a formidable vessel under his command. Launched in 2005, ‘Wedgetail’ is a Welbourn 42 with a distinctive white carbon hull, a sweeping shape, and an unmistakable eagle motif. This yacht is a frequent contender in yacht races
- [PERFECT CONDITIONS FOR MARITIMO](https://sailparadise.com.au/perfect-conditions-for-maritimo/) - The opening day of the Bartercard Sail Paradise witnessed a spectacular display of sailing prowess from Maritimo Racing, with the team securing the first and second positions. In this fiercely contested event, over 40 boats representing three divisions vied for the coveted Bartercard honours. Sailing enthusiasts enjoyed optimal conditions for the competition, with a consistent
- [RACING CONDITIONS PEAK AND COMPETITION BECOMES FIERCE](https://sailparadise.com.au/racing-conditions-peak-and-competition-becomes-fierce/) - RACING CONDITIONS PEAK AND COMPETITION BECOMES FIERCE The second day of Bartercard Sail Paradise commenced promptly, setting the stage for an action-packed series of races in truly magical conditions for yacht racing enthusiasts. With the wind blowing steadily at 20 to 22 knots, the competition intensified as Aramex, Stratacare, Black Diamond, and Wedgetail fiercely pursued
- [BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA 2023 SETS SAIL WITH THRILLING YACHT RACING ON OUR DOORSTEP](https://sailparadise.com.au/bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-2023-sets-sail-with-thrilling-yacht-racing-on-our-doorstep/) - Get ready for an adrenaline-packed spectacle as Southport Yacht Club presents the highly-anticipated Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta from Saturday, September 30th, 2023, to Monday, October 2nd, 2023, delivering an unforgettable experience with offshore sailing at its finest. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Gold Coast’s golden beaches, Bartercard Sail Paradise will see more
- [MARITIMO MEANS BUSINESS](https://sailparadise.com.au/maritimo-means-business/) - Maritimo expressed their cheer for the new dates of Southport Yacht Club’s event, Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta. It allows them to take part in this spirited Southeast Queensland yacht regatta which is now on the King’s Birthday long weekend (Saturday 30th September 2023 to Monday 2nd October 2023). "Maritimo fully supports Southport Yacht Club's initiative
- [SSSA – BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE HEADS UP THE SERIES](https://sailparadise.com.au/sssa-bartercard-sail-paradise-headsup-the-series/) - Set sail for an unforgettable season of yacht racing with the Summer of Sailing Series Australia (SSSA). This prestigious sailing series is in its second year, now spanning four months from October to January, this exhilarating series of races showcases the very best of Australia's sailing prowess and locations. With a lineup of five
- [THE PRESTIGIOUS BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE ANNOUNCES A ‘NEW DATE’ FOR ITS 2023 RACING PROGRAM](https://sailparadise.com.au/the-prestigious-bartercard-sail-paradise-announces-a-new-date-for-its-2023-racing-program/) - The Gold Coast is once again buzzing with activity, and Bartercard Sail Paradise is thrilled to be at the forefront of the revitalized September and October event calendar with thanks to Major Events Gold Coast (MEGC). "We are thrilled to have Major Events Gold Coast back supporting the 14th Bartercard Sail Paradise as a 'Major
- [14TH BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA 2023 - NEW SPONSOR ONBOARD!](https://sailparadise.com.au/14th-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-2023-new-sponsor-onboard/) - The Yacht Sales Co. has established itself as a prominent name in the sailing industry, known for its expertise and passion for yachting, dealing with the sales of quality new and pre-owned sailing and motor yachts. As event support sponsors, their involvement in Bartercard Sail Paradise demonstrates their commitment to the sailing community and
- [BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA 2023](https://sailparadise.com.au/bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-2023/) - Entries are now open for the Southport Yacht Club’s spectacular offshore sailing regatta, Bartercard Sail Paradise, staged over three huge days this Kings Birthday October long weekend, September 30 to October 2, 2023. In its 14th regatta, the three-day spectacular event sees skippers and crew travel from
- [SAIL PARADISE REGATTA 2023 - JOIN US IN OCTOBER](https://sailparadise.com.au/sail-paradise-regatta-2023-join-us-in-october/) - Sail Paradise - EVEN BETTER FOR SAILORS Come join the 14th Sail Paradise Regatta on the stunning Gold Coast this King’s Birthday Long Weekend from September 30th to October 2nd. Experience the thrill of racing as you set sail through the picturesque ocean waters of the Gold Coast. Take in
- [WRAP-UP QOIN SAIL PARADISE REGATTA 2023](https://sailparadise.com.au/wrap-up-qoin-sail-paradise-regatta-2023/) - Qoin Sail Paradise was an absolute delight for both sailors and spectators alike! The regatta brought an incredible fleet of yachts to the waters off the Gold Coast, and the sight of these majestic vessels gliding across the waves was truly breathtaking. One of the highlights of the event was the spectacular spinnakers on display.
- [CONDITIONS PEAK ON LAST DAY OF RACING FOR STRONG FINISH!](https://sailparadise.com.au/conditions-peak-on-last-day-of-racing-for-strong-finish/) - Date: 6th January 2023 Hopes were not originally high for Day 4 of QOIN Sail Paradise 2023, but Racing was blessed with high tides and strong 15-plus knot winds on a bright and sunny Gold Coast day. Spirits in the fleet were positive to get 2 long races in both Round the Cans and Passage
- [QOIN SAIL PARADISE DAY 3 RACING ALL CANCELLED](https://sailparadise.com.au/qoin-sail-paradise-day-3-racing-all-cancelled/) - Date: 5th January 2023 Our awesome sailors were treated to an excursion yesterday and they’re recharged, enthusiastic and more than ready to face the series of racing today! However, Day 3 racing is cancelled. Day 3 racing All cancelled but not due to rain...Only 1 -2 knots of wind. All Yachts’ Skippers were disappointed
- [QOIN SAIL PARADISE REGATTA 2023 DAY 2 HIGHLIGHTS](https://sailparadise.com.au/qoin-sail-paradise-regatta-2023-day-2-highlights/) - Date: 3rd January 2023 Day 1 of the series was a great success! Day 2 was looking good with 10-knot winds and 1 metre swell which made for much smoother racing under the clear blue skies. The fleet of 40-plus racing yachts did find it difficult as the winds died down in the afternoon which
- [QOIN SAIL PARADISE REGATTA 2023 DAY 1 HIGHLIGHTS](https://sailparadise.com.au/media-release-2nd-january-2023/) - Date 2nd January 2023 The highly anticipated, and Southeast Queensland’s largest regatta QOIN SAIL PARADISE, kicks off today from the Southport Yacht Club. Up to 40 yachts competed along the beautiful Gold Coast in excellent racing conditions. This action-packed premier sailing series runs from the 2nd-6th of January and the courses shall be ‘Round the
- [MEDIA RELEASE - 16 November 2022 - MATCHLESS SAILS SOUTH | FROM WHITSUNDAYS TO COMPETE IN QOIN SAIL PARADISE 2023](https://sailparadise.com.au/media-release-16-november-2022-matchless-sails-south-from-whitsundays-to-compete-in-qoin-sail-paradise-2023/) - Date 16th November 2022 The countdown is on and with just under 60 days to go over 40 of the best Grand Prix level offshore racing yachts from Brisbane, the Gold Coast and as far north as The Whitsundays have already entered Qoin Sail Paradise 2023. With the extended 5-day format, the social program and
- [MEDIA RELEASE – 28 September 2022 – QOIN SAIL PARADISE 2023 - ENTRY RUSH!](https://sailparadise.com.au/media-release-28-september-2022-qoin-sail-paradise-2023-entry-rush/) - QOIN SAIL PARADISE 2023 - ENTRY RUSH! An early rush of entries, propelled by enthusiastic skippers and crew, confirms that Southport Yacht Club’s Qoin Sail Paradise offshore yacht regatta is destined to be bigger and better than ever come January 2023. It is already confirmed that 26 of the best Grand Prix level offshore racing
- [MEDIA RELEASE - 13 October 2022 - SOCIAL SOIRÉE - Sail the Day Away | Play the Day Away](https://sailparadise.com.au/media-release-13-october-2022-social-soiree-sail-the-day-away-play-the-day-away/) - With the rush of entries continuing, plans are well underway to ensure Skippers, Crew, Family, and friends enjoy all the ‘Off Water’ Activities of the Regatta, as much as the “On Water” Program and take full advantage of the spectacular backdrop of the Gold Coast and its adventure offerings. “A Major Drawcard of the Premier
- [MEDIA RELEASE - 8 September 2022 - MAJOR EVENTS GOLD COAST IS BACK ON BOARD AS MAJOR SUPPORTER OF QOIN SAIL PARADISE 2023](https://sailparadise.com.au/media-release-8-september-2022-major-events-gold-coast-is-back-on-board-as-major-support-of-qoin-sail-paradise-2023/) - QOIN SAIL PARADISE IS BACK FOR A 12th YEAR! Southport Yacht Club is pleased to announce the 2023 Qoin Sail Paradise Regatta is returning in January 2023 and Major Events Gold Coast is back on board as a major supporter. “Events are well and truly back on the calendar for the Gold Coast, and we
- [MEDIA RELEASE - 20 July 2022 - QOIN SAIL PARADISE 2023 & The SUMMER OF SAILING SERIES AUSTRALIA](https://sailparadise.com.au/media-release-20-july-2022-qoin-sail-paradise-2023-the-summer-of-sailing-series-australia/) - Southport Yacht Club announces the Summer of Sailing Series Australia! A premier Sailing Series jointly hosted by Southport Yacht Club, Queensland Cruising Yacht Club and Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron. The Series will be headlined by Southport Yacht Clubs ‘Premier Flagship Event’ Qoin Sail Paradise 2023 Regatta, which will run from Monday 2nd January to Friday
- [MEDIA RELEASE - 5 May 2022 - Qoin Sail Paradise 2023 "Bigger and Better than ever" + "Summer of Sailing Series"](https://sailparadise.com.au/media-release-5-may-2022-qoin-sail-paradise-2023-bigger-and-better-than-ever-summer-of-sailing-series/) - MEDIA RELEASE - 5 May 2022 - Following the success of the most recent Qoin Sail Paradise Regatta, coupled with positive feedback from competitors, sponsors and all involved, Southport Yacht Club, on Queensland’s Gold Coast, has announced that Qoin Sail Paradise 2023 will be “bigger and better than ever” come January 2, 2023. At the same time
- [Rain, Hail or a EX-Cyclone didn’t Damper the last Day of Racing for the Qoin Sail Paradise](https://sailparadise.com.au/rain-hail-or-a-ex-cyclone-didnt-damper-the-last-day-of-racing-for-the-qoin-sail-paradise/) - Rain, Hail or a EX-Cyclone didn’t Damper the last Day of Racing for the Qoin Sail Paradise The Gold Coast’s premier offshore yachting event, Qoin Sail Paradise, has come to an end. A solid south-easterly wind swept across the course during the morning and made for spectacular Sailing. Wind gusts up to 20 knots
- [WINDS EASE FOR THE START OF THE ANNUAL QOIN SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/winds-ease-for-the-start-of-the-annual-qoin-sail-paradise-regatta/) - WINDS EASE FOR THE START OF THE ANNUAL QOIN SAIL PARADISE REGATTA The first day of racing in the Qoin Sail Paradise Regatta has had a wet and wild start. Former tropical cyclone Seth definitely created a sporty playground for the sailors taking part in the Qoin Sail Paradise Regatta today. Aramex had two wins
- [MEDIA RELEASE - 30 December 2021 - Defending Champions CYCLONE](https://sailparadise.com.au/media-release-30-december-2021-defending-champions-cyclone/) - MEDIA RELEASE - 30 December 2021 - Defending Champions CYCLONE Sail Paradise's defending champ set for another "Cyclone" season Of all the crews taking part in next week's Qoin Sail Paradise regatta off the Gold Coast, only one is hoping for "cyclone" season. Skipper David Chadkirk and the crew of veteran 50ft racer, Cyclone,
- [MEDIA RELEASE | Ex-Tropical Cyclone Seth keeps Qoin Sail Paradise Sailors on Dry Land for the Second Day](https://sailparadise.com.au/media-release-ex-tropical-cyclone-seth-keeps-qoin-sail-paradise-sailors-on-dry-land-for-the-second-day/) - MEDIA RELEASE | Ex-Tropical Cyclone Seth keeps Qoin Sail Paradise Sailors on Dry Land for the Second Day The annual Qoin Sail Paradise Yacht Regatta has been postponed today for the second day as a consequence of the gale-force winds generated by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Seth. "While the wind decreased in strength by a considerable margin,
- [DAY ONE QOIN SAIL PARADISE POSTPONED](https://sailparadise.com.au/day-one-qoin-sail-paradise-abandoned/) - MEDIA RELEASE | DAY ONE QOIN SAIL PARADISE POSTPONED The gale force winds that blasted the Gold Coast yesterday caused the postponement of day one of the Southport Yacht Club’s Qoin Sail Paradise Offshore Yacht Regatta. Race organisers had no option but to make the move due to safety factors relating to the crews of
- [RECORD FLEET F0R 2022 QOIN SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/24796-2/) - RECORD FLEET F0R 2022 QOIN SAIL PARADISE REGATTA Southport Yacht Club's premier sailing event, Qoin Sail Paradise, is shaping up to be the biggest and best ever when it is staged from January 3-6. A record fleet of more than 50 yachts is already registered, and the signs are that many more will follow.
- [Everything, including the kitchen sink, for one competitor in Qoin Sail Paradise](https://sailparadise.com.au/everything-including-the-kitchen-sink-for-one-competitor-in-qoin-sail-paradise/) - Everything, including the kitchen sink, for one competitor in Qoin Sail Paradise Acclaimed Queensland ocean racing yachtsman, Graham “Scooter” Eaton, will put his family first when he competes in Southport Yacht Club’s Qoin Sail Paradise Regatta in January. The reason is simple; his yacht – the famous 23m long aluminium sloop, Bumblebee IV – is
- [“MAJOR EVENTS GOLD COAST” BACKS SOUTHPORT YACHT CLUB’S QOIN SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/major-events-gold-coast-backs-southport-yacht-clubs-qoin-sail-paradise-regatta/) - “MAJOR EVENTS GOLD COAST” BACKS SOUTHPORT YACHT CLUB’S QOIN SAIL PARADISE REGATTA Southport Yacht Club is pleased to announce that South-East Queensland’s largest Sailing Regatta, Qoin Sail Paradise, is partnering with Major Events Gold Coast. Since its inception at Southport Yacht Club 13 years ago, Sail Paradise has become south-east Queensland’s premier offshore sailing series.
- [QOIN SAIL PARADISE 2022 - Docking on Millionaire’s Row](https://sailparadise.com.au/24689-2/) - QOIN SAIL PARADISE 2022 - Docking on Millionaire’s Row Southport Yacht Club’s magnificent new, multi-million-dollar floating megayacht dock is destined to become the centrepiece for Qoin Sail Paradise which will be staged from January 3-6, 2022. The dock is so large it is likely that all visiting yachts will be able to moor at the
- [Qoin Sail Paradise 2022 Trailer](https://sailparadise.com.au/qoin-sail-paradise-2022-trailer/) - Join us at the 2022 Qoin Sail Paradise!
- [Sail Paradise Major Sponsor has flipped to Qoin!](https://sailparadise.com.au/sail-paradise-major-sponsor-has-flipped-to-qoin/) - Sail Paradise Major Sponsor has flipped to Qoin! Southport Yacht Club is excited to welcome Qoin as the naming rights sponsor of the 2022 Sail Paradise Regatta. A partnership made up of two fresh, innovative, forward-thinking and forward-moving organisations that will bring together some of Australia's top sailing yachts and their crew. The 12th season
- [Bartercard Sail Paradise Wet Wild and Wonderful Sail Paradise 2021 Finale](https://sailparadise.com.au/bartercard-sail-paradise-wet-wild-and-wonderful-sail-paradise-2021-finale/) - The Gold Coast’s premier offshore yachting event, Bartercard Sail Paradise came to an end yesterday with a bang. A strong south-easterly wind swept across the course during the morning and made for spectacular sailing. Wind gusts to 30 knots and rising seas led to one yacht being dismasted and another having a spinnaker
- [DAY TWO BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE](https://sailparadise.com.au/21060-2/) - DAY TWO BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE The Gold Coast turned on idyllic sailing conditions earlier today for the second round of racing in the twelfth staging of the annual Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta. Sailing under cloudless blue skies and with the north-easterly sea breeze building in strength, the fleet of 54 yachts made a spectacular sight
- [Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta kicks off from Southport Yacht Club](https://sailparadise.com.au/bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-kicks-off-from-southport-yacht-club-2/) - Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta kicks off from Southport Yacht Club The 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta got underway today with a record fleet of fifty-six yachts ranging in size from 70ft to 12ft today with a steady 10 knots North East breeze fanning across the course. The Race Officer, Southport Yacht Club’s Mark Dingley opted
- [GOLD COAST’S LARGEST EVER OFFSHORE YACHTING REGATTA STARTS MONDAY](https://sailparadise.com.au/gold-coasts-largest-ever-offshore-yachting-regatta-starts-tomorrow/) - GOLD COAST’S LARGEST EVER OFFSHORE YACHTING REGATTA STARTS MONDAY Gold Coast residents and visitors will be treated to a spectacular sailing tomorrow when Southport Yacht Club stages the region’s largest-ever offshore yachting regatta. Titled the Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta, it has attracted 56 yachts ranging from 6-metre long day boats to 15-metre long thoroughbred racing
- [Gold Coasts Premier Yachting Regatta, Sail Paradise reaches record numbers!](https://sailparadise.com.au/gold-coasts-premier-yachting-regatta-sail-paradise-reaches-record-numbers/) - Gold Coasts Premier Yachting Regatta, Sail Paradise reaches record numbers! The 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise is now only one week away from commencing. Most of the significant Australian Yacht races have had to be rescheduled or postponed entirely over the last 10 months due to COVID-19 State restrictions. Fortunately, though, with Queensland continuing to
- [The Gold Coast’s first ever ‘Parade of Sail’ spectacular at the 2021 Bartercard Sail Paradise](https://sailparadise.com.au/the-gold-coasts-first-ever-parade-of-sail-spectacular-at-the-2021-bartercard-sail-paradise/) - The Gold Coast’s first ever ‘Parade of Sail’ spectacular at the 2021 Bartercard Sail Paradise The recent opening of the borders, to the southern states, has brought an influx of new competitor registrations for the Bartercard Sail Paradise event. This will be the largest fleet in the 12 years of the Regatta running—an exciting time
- [MEDIA RELEASE | 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise welcomes back major sponsor Bartercard Australia for the 6th year](https://sailparadise.com.au/media-release-12th-bartercard-sail-paradise-welcomes-back-major-sponsor-bartercard-australia-for-the-6th-year/) - MEDIA RELEASE | 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise welcomes back major sponsor Bartercard Australia for the 6th year The Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta is all set to sail, on the Gold Coast, from the 4th January to the 7th January 2021. The regatta is going into its 12th year with the main sponsors Bartercard Australia,
- [Early-bird registration close with more than 42 boats registered!](https://sailparadise.com.au/early-bird-registration-close-with-more-than-42-boats-registered/) - Early-bird registration close with more than 42 boats registered! The Southport Yacht Club now has more than 42 boats registered, by those who take advantage of the early bird entry fee. These numbers predicted to rise steadily over the next 2 months, as border restrictions ease across the eastern states. 2021 marks the Southport Yacht
- [Southport Yacht Club's Diamond Jubilee launches at the 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise](https://sailparadise.com.au/southport-yacht-clubs-diamond-jubilee-launches-at-the-12th-bartercard-sail-paradise/) - Southport Yacht Club's Diamond Jubilee launches at the 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise It's almost time to toast the Southport Yacht Clubs 75th birthday celebrations at next year's Gold Coast Premier Sailing Event - the Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta is commencing on the January 4th. Join us for four days of spectacular offshore racing and then
- [New Zealand enters the 2021 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta, the 72-foot Superyacht “SILVER FERN”](https://sailparadise.com.au/new-zealand-enters-the-2021-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-the-72-foot-superyacht-silver-fern/) - New Zealand enters the 2021 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta, the 72-foot Superyacht “SILVER FERN” The fleet for Sail Paradise 2021 has taken a step up with the recent entry of the 72-foot New Zealand flagged entry ‘Silver Fern’ by Southport Yacht Club (SYC) member, David Hows. David Hows purchased the 72-foot steel yacht ‘Silver Fern’
- [SAIL PARADISE - 6 months to go!](https://sailparadise.com.au/sail-paradise-6-months-to-go/)
- [Southport Yacht Club Celebrates 75 Years at the 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta in January 2021!](https://sailparadise.com.au/southport-yacht-club-celebrates-75-years-at-the-12th-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-in-january-2021/) - Southport Yacht Club Celebrates 75 Years at the 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta in January 2021! Early Bird entries are now OPEN for the Gold Coast’s 2021 premier sailing event, the 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta. Australia’s east coast sailing scene will become even more exciting next summer with the celebration of Southport Yacht Clubs 75th Year and the staging of the 12th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta.
- [Desperado dominates to take top honours at Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta](https://sailparadise.com.au/desperado-dominates-to-take-top-honours-at-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - The 11th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta wrapped yesterday after four days of racing and seven races for the 33 boat fleet. Local Gold Coast boat, Desperado, the Atkinson 24 owned by Graham Sherring won the IRC Gold Coast Championship after leading from start to finish in the regatta in dominating form. Black Diamond, the RP42 skippered by Glenn Burrell held
- [Moving Day at Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta](https://sailparadise.com.au/moving-day-at-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - Moving Day at Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta Over thirty boats raced offshore from the Southport Yacht Club today for the third day of the 11th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta. After a very smart postponement ashore, racing got underway just an hour off schedule in a beautiful building nor’easter which peaked at the end of the
- [Leaders emerge at Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta](https://sailparadise.com.au/leaders-emerge-at-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - Leaders emerge at Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta The second day of the 11th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta was raced today, offshore from Broadbeach from the Southport Yacht Club. Over thirty yachts are taking part in the regatta this year, which includes the IRC Gold Coast Championship, where the champions will be the most consistently highly
- [Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta kicks off from Southport Yacht Club](https://sailparadise.com.au/bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-kicks-off-from-southport-yacht-club/) - Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta kicks off from Southport Yacht Club To kick off the new decade, the 11th Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta got underway today under a sunny sky in a building nor’easterly breeze with a fleet of 33 yachts. The Race Officer, Southport Yacht Club’s own Mark Dingley opted to start the boats off
- [ITALIAN JOB CROWNED CHAMPIONS OF THE 2019 QLD AUSTRALIAN YACHTING CHAMPIONSHIPS](https://sailparadise.com.au/italian-job-crowned-champions-of-the-2019-qld-australian-yachting-championships/) - ITALIAN JOB CROWNED CHAMPIONS OF THE 2019 QLD AUSTRALIAN YACHTING CHAMPIONSHIPS After postponement due to lack of wind, racing commenced at 1400hrs in a 5-8 knot nor-easterly with the smallest swell seen all regatta on day four, the final day of the 2019 Bartercard Sail Paradise Series. It all came down to the battle between
- [FINAL DAY OF RESULT DECIDERS AHEAD AT FINAL DAY OF RACING IN THE BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE 2019](https://sailparadise.com.au/final-day-of-result-deciders-ahead-at-final-day-of-racing-in-the-bartercard-sail-paradise-2019/) - FINAL DAY OF RESULT DECIDERS AHEAD AT final day of racing in the BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE 2019 Day three proved to be the trickiest day yet for Sail Paradise contenders, with the south easterly stream fighting with a nor’easterly sea breeze (we can’t help it that it is always sunny up here!). David Rose’s KERISMA
- [CLOSE CONDENTER’S FOR QLD CHAMPIONSHIPS AT THE 2019 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/close-condenters-for-qld-championships-at-the-2019-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - CLOSE CONDENTER’S FOR QLD CHAMPIONSHIPS AT THE 2019 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA David Rose’s KERISMA GILL, from fellow Queensland Club, Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron, won both races on day two at Bartercard Sail Paradise, becoming hot contenders to Michael Tom Johnston’s ITALIAN JOB, pushing them back to second place. PEGGY currently leading the series score
- [DAY ONE OF THE 2019 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE SERIES RESULTED IN COMPETITIVE STARTS](https://sailparadise.com.au/day-one-of-the-2019-bartercard-sail-paradise-series-resulted-in-competitive-starts/) - DAY ONE OF THE 2019 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE SERIES RESULTED IN COMPETITIVE STARTS Over 40 vessels competed along the beautiful Gold Coast shoreline today for the 2019 Bartercard Sail Paradise regatta, hosted by Southport Yacht Club. With the 2019 Queensland Yachting Championships up for grabs, ITALIAN JOB, skippered by Michael Tom Johnston from Sunshine Coast
- [FREE Family Fun and all things marine at the 2019 Gold Coast Marine Family Festival](https://sailparadise.com.au/free-family-fun-and-all-things-marine-at-the-2019-gold-coast-marine-family-festival/) - FREE Family Fun and all things marine at the 2019 Gold Coast Marine Family Festival Southport Yacht Club are hosting Gold Coast Marine Family Festival and Open Day on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th January 2019. The Club will be open to members, guests and visitors, it is going to be an action-packed day full
- [FIERCE COMPETITION BETWEEN EAST COAST CLUB’S AT 2019 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE](https://sailparadise.com.au/fierce-competition-between-east-coast-clubs-at-2019-bartercard-sail-paradise/) - FIERCE COMPETITION BETWEEN EAST COAST CLUB’S AT 2019 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE A strong contingent of Brisbane and Sunshine Coast vessels will be heading down the coast to Southport to join the celebrations of the Gold Coast’s 10th Anniversary Sail Paradise Series. Held at the Southport Yacht Club, skippers are entering fast with a total
- [Celebrating the 10th Anniversary Bartercard Sail Paradise Series, an “Early Bird” Race Entry Fee on offer now!](https://sailparadise.com.au/celebrating-the-10th-anniversary-bartercard-sail-paradise-series-an-early-bird-race-entry-fee-on-offer-now/) - Celebrating the 10th Anniversary Bartercard Sail Paradise Series, an “Early Bird” Race Entry Fee on offer now! Celebrating the Gold Coast’s 10th Anniversary Sail Paradise Series, host Club, Southport Yacht Club have opened an early bird race entry fee! A count down of 20 days to go to be able to be able to
- [Preparations are underway for the 10th Anniversary Bartercard Sail Paradise Series](https://sailparadise.com.au/preparations-underway-10th-anniversary-bartercard-sail-paradise-series/) - Preparations are underway for the 10th Anniversary Bartercard Sail Paradise Series. Celebrating the Gold Coast’s 10th Anniversary Sail Paradise Series, Southport Yacht Club will ensure entertainment will reach a new high this year with multiple on shore action planned for the 2019 event. Entries are now open for the Bartercard Sail Paradise series, held
- [THREE STATE CHAMPIONS CROWNED AT BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE 2018](https://sailparadise.com.au/three-state-champions-crowned-bartercard-sail-paradise-2018/) - THREE STATE CHAMPIONS CROWNED AT BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE 2018 The pressure heats up on the final day at Bartercard Sail Paradise. It may be the final day of racing but by no means has there been any easing off on the race course by competitors, the start line had as much if not more push
- [GOLD COAST RECORD SET AT 2018 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE SERIES](https://sailparadise.com.au/16773-2/) - GOLD COAST RECORD SET AT 2018 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE SERIES Over 450 sailors competed on water between the shores of Main Beach and Currumbin on the second day of Bartercard Sail Paradise, which is sure to be a record number of sailors offshore the Gold Coast. With day two of the Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta
- [BEACH BALL TAKES THE LEAD ON DAY ONE OF THE 2018 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE SERIES](https://sailparadise.com.au/beach-ball-takes-lead-day-one-2018-bartercard-sail-paradise-series/) - BEACH BALL TAKES THE LEAD ON DAY ONE OF THE 2018 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE SERIES With the 2018 Queensland Yachting Championships up for grabs, BEACH BALL, skippered by Bradley Ginnivian from Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron currently leads the fleet today going in to day two of the 2018 Bartercard Sail Paradise Series. 42 competitors took
- [RISING TIDE OF TALENT](https://sailparadise.com.au/rising-tide-talent/) - Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise nurtures sailing young guns The 2018 Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta, commencing Tuesday 2 January, has its share of under-30s sailing talent in its ranks this year. Some are newcomers to sailing and others are seasoned sailors who have hundreds of nautical miles under their collective belts. All
- [2017 CHAMPION HOT CONTESTANT FOR 2018 PITTWATER TO PARADISE SERIES](https://sailparadise.com.au/2017-champion-hot-contestant-2018-pittwater-paradise-series/) - Southport Yacht Club’s Auric’s Quest will be a hot contender for back to back wins in the 2018 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta, along with a solid chance to be named champion of the Pittwater to Paradise Series, 2018. Due to mechanical issues Auric’s Quest was unable to join the east coast offshore race, however fortunate
- [ANYBODY’S RACE TO WIN](https://sailparadise.com.au/anybodys-race-win/) - The 2018 Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta, commencing Tuesday 2 January, is shaping up to be a race of stamina and tactics for the highly competitive fleet; many of which are of very similar size and performance. From the Bay of Islands, NZ, Rp42 Rikki and her crew of 11 including owner and skipper
- [TRIFECTA OF QUEENSLAND CHAMPIONSHIP TITLES HELD AT 2018’S BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/trifecta-queensland-championship-titles-held-2018s-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - TRIFECTA OF QUEENSLAND CHAMPIONSHIP TITLES HELD AT 2018’S BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA The Australian Sports Boats Association, along with Australian Measurement System (AMS) have jumped on board with Australian Sailing to host three new Queensland championships at Southport Yacht Club (SYC). Host event, Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta will crown the 2018 Australian Sailing Queensland Yachting
- [QUEENSLAND STATE TITLE UP FOR GRABS AT CLUB MARINE PITTWATER TO PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/queensland-state-title-grabs-club-marine-pittwater-paradise-regatta/) - This year’s Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta will now crown a new Queensland state champion. At the conclusion of the Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise (Pittwater to Gold Coast) race, a four-day regatta off the Gold Coast beaches, the Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta, will now host the Queensland IRC Yachting Championships. The title will be
- [A TASTE OF SUCCESS ON THE GOLD COAST INSPIRES AURIC’S QUEST’S ENTRY FOR THE CLUB MARINE PITTWATER TO PARADISE REGATTA, AND BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE](https://sailparadise.com.au/taste-success-gold-coast-inspires-aurics-quests-entry-club-marine-pittwater-paradise-regatta-bartercard-sail-paradise/) - Having sampled success in the most recent Sail Paradise Series on the Gold Coast, Southport Yacht Club’s Fred Bestall has already signalled his intention to go for the double – victory in both the Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta and the Bartercard Sail Paradise 2018 series. Bestall is the first Queenslander to enter both
- [Fremantle to Pittwater and onto paradise with Stealth](https://sailparadise.com.au/fremantle-pittwater-onto-paradise-stealth/) - Fremantle to Pittwater and onto paradise with Stealth When yachtsman Robert Alpe decided to move into bluewater racing with the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club he looked Australia-wide for the right boat and eventually chose a Fremantle based 32-footer he then sailed 2,500 nautical miles home to Pittwater with a small delivery crew. Stealth is
- [Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta: oldies and YD combine on Le Billet](https://sailparadise.com.au/club-marine-pittwater-paradise-regatta-oldies-yd-combine-le-billet/) - Event: Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta January 2 – 9 hosted by the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club (NSW) & Southport Yacht Club (QLD) Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta: oldies and YD combine on Le Billet Mark Tinworth and Mark Waterhouse, owners of the Pittwater based yacht Le Billet, intend to repeat
- [Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta](https://sailparadise.com.au/club-marine-pittwater-paradise-regatta/) - The Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta is confirmed as an exciting long term fixture to feature in Australia’s summer sailing calendar. Australia’s east coast offshore sailing scene will take on an exciting new look with the staging of the Club Marine Pittwater to Paradise Regatta to start out of The Royal Prince Alfred
- [AURIC’S QUEST CROWNED 2017 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA CHAMPION](https://sailparadise.com.au/aurics-quest-crowned-2017-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-champion/) - AURIC’S QUEST CROWNED 2017 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA CHAMPION Fred Bestall and crew on Auric’s Quest battled out on day four, Thursday 12th January to be crowned the 2017 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta Champions. “We have had such a fantastic week, sailing with great competitors and fantastic crew, a big well done to Tristan Hamilton
- [Close call between the leading crew’s at the 2017 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta](https://sailparadise.com.au/close-call-leading-crews-2017-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - Close call between the leading crew’s at the 2017 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta Day four will see for an interesting race between the Performance 1 division with a close point score between leaders Cyclone, skippered by David Chadkirk and Glenn Burrell’s Wildflower II. With only one point in the lead, Cyclone will be required to
- [TONOA LEADS THE TRAILER FLEET AFTER DAY TWO IN THE 2017 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/tonoa-leads-trailer-fleet-day-two-2017-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - Tonoa leads the trailer fleet after day two in the 2017 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta After finishing day one in third (3rd) place, David Keep and his crew on Tonoa, secured the top spot after day two of the 2017 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta. “After joining the regatta in 2016, we had such a great
- [PERFECT CONDITIONS CALL FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL START ON DAY ONE OF THE 2017 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta](https://sailparadise.com.au/perfect-conditions-call-exceptional-start-day-one-2017-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - PERFECT CONDITIONS CALL FOR AN EXCEPTIONAL START IN DAY ONE OF THE 2017 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta With a 13 knot easterly breeze and rolling swell to begin with, the Gold Coast shoreline has proven perfect for sailing conditions at Southport Yacht Club’s 2017 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta. 25 entrants began racing today to
- [Shakti leads the fleet to Southport](https://sailparadise.com.au/shakti-leads-fleet-southport/) - Doug Coulter’s Shakti has taken full advantage of the current weather pattern to launch their boat up the NSW coast overnight and maintain the lead in the first ever Club Marine Pittwater to Southport Yacht Race. Shakti passed Coffs Harbour at around 8:30am this morning with gusts up to 27 knots from the south setting
- [BARTERCARD $5,000 DREAM STAY RAISES THE STAKES AT SAIL PARADISE](https://sailparadise.com.au/bartercard-5000-dream-stay-raises-stakes-sail-paradise/) - Bartercard $5,000 dream stay raises the stakes at Sail Paradise This year, one lucky skipper will sail away with a $5,000 dream stay at a destination of their choice, thanks to Bartercard! Could it be you? Bartercard is pleased to kick off its second year of sponsoring the annual Southport Yacht Club (SYC) Sail Paradise
- [A need for speed as XVitesse prepares to join the race track for 2017 Bartercard Sail Paradise](https://sailparadise.com.au/need-speed-xvitesse-prepares-join-race-track-2017-bartercard-sail-paradise/) - A need for speed as XVitesse prepares to join the race track for 2017 Bartercard Sail Paradise Having started sailing in dinghies as a child, Russell Birse’s passion for the sea began at a young age. He has found himself near the water ever since, leading him to enter his newly purchased XP 38 ‘XVitesse’
- [Club Marine Pittwater to Southport Yacht Race length draws keen skippers](https://sailparadise.com.au/club-marine-pittwater-southport-yacht-race-length-draws-keen-skippers/) - Two skippers drawn by the longer distance of January’s first-ever Club Marine Pittwater to Southport Yacht Race have marked the January 2, 2017 start date and are busy preparing crews and their steeds for the first offshore event of the New Year. Entry has been extended to December 15, 2016 by the Royal Prince Alfred
- [Inaugural Club Marine Pittwater to Southport Yacht Race set to ROCK](https://sailparadise.com.au/inaugural-club-marine-pittwater-southport-yacht-race-set-rock/) - Inaugural Club Marine Pittwater to Southport Yacht Race set to ROCK! Denis Thompson appointed Race Director for Bartercard Sail Paradise Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club’s inaugural Club Marine Pittwater to Southport Yacht Race, starting January 2, is destined to “rock” when the fleet arrives at Southport Yacht Club, on the Gold Coast. The club has organised
- [A summer sailing bonanza …](https://sailparadise.com.au/summer-sailing-bonanza/) - A summer sailing bonanza … Club Marine Pittwater to Southport Race + Bartercard Sail Paradise Series Australia’s east coast offshore sailing scene will take on an exciting new dimension in early January with the staging of the inaugural Club Marine Pittwater to Southport ocean race, followed by a new-look Bartercard Sail Paradise series out
- [Frantically finding a new boat for the Pittwater to Southport race](https://sailparadise.com.au/frantically-finding-new-boat-pittwater-southport-race/) - The yacht Frantic’s demise on the rocks at Grassy Island during the last race of Airlie Beach Race Week in August could easily have meant the withdrawal of the first Queensland entry for the Club Marine Pittwater to Southport Yacht Race starting in less than four months’ time. Instead, skipper Graham Furtado is scouting for
- [Major ocean yacht race rescheduled to finish on the Gold Coast](https://sailparadise.com.au/major-ocean-yacht-race-rescheduled-finish-gold-coast/) - One of the major annual ocean yacht races on Australia’s east coast, the Club Marine Pittwater to Coffs Harbour Race, has been rescheduled to finish on the Gold Coast next January. The race organisers at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club, in Sydney, have announced the change after officials at Southport Yacht Club, at Main Beach,
- [Dates confirmed for Bartercard Sail Paradise 2017](https://sailparadise.com.au/dates-confirmed-bartercard-sail-paradise-2017/) - The annual Bartercard Coffs to Paradise Yacht Race and Bartercard Sail Paradise are back! Coming as Southport Yacht Club’s extension of Royal Prince Alfred’s Pittwater to Coffs Yacht Race, which starts on January 2, the annual Bartercard Coffs to Paradise Race will get underway on Saturday, January 7. The 150 nautical mile course will take competitors
- [SUPER CAT ‘MOJO’ LOOMS AS POTENTIAL CHAMPION FOR BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE 2016](https://sailparadise.com.au/super-cat-mojo-looms-as-race-record-potential-for-bartercard-coffs-to-paradise-yacht-race-2016/) - Super Catamaran Mojo has joined the fleet for the 2016 Bartercard Sail Paradise series contested on the Gold Coast waters from 13th – 17th January 2016. With conditions set in their favour, Mojo will certainly give other competitors a shake. Owner and skipper Peter Wilcox, along with the crew believe if conditions stay as predicted they will certainly
- [2016 BARTERCARD COFFS TO PARADISE YACHT RACE POSTPONED DUE TO SEVERE WEATHER](https://sailparadise.com.au/2016-bartercard-coffs-to-paradise-yacht-race-postponed-due-to-severe-weather/) - Severe weather warnings for gale force winds in the waters from Smokey Cape to Point Danger with predictions of up to 40knot wind gusts have caused the postponement of the 2016 Bartercard Coffs to Paradise Yacht Race. With the race scheduled for a 1300hr start on Thursday 7th January, Southport Yacht Club’s (SYC) Race Committee
- [“RUNAWAY” LEADS THE FLEET AT THE START OF THE 2016 BARTERCARD COFFS TO PARADISE YACHT RACE](https://sailparadise.com.au/runaway-leads-the-fleet-at-the-start-of-the-2016-bartercard-coffs-to-paradise-yacht-race/) - With yesterday's postponed Bartercard Coffs to Paradise Yacht Race, Drew Carruthers Sayer 11, Runaway were eager for today’s lighter weather conditions in Southport Yacht Club’s 2016 Bartercard Sail Paradise Yacht Race. Runaway is light and fast and particular favourable for light winds. Originally built by yacht designer John Sayer, Runaway carriers water ballast in the
- [IT'S GOING TO BE A SPRINT TO THE FINISH IN THE 2016 BARTERCARD COFFS TO PARADISE YACHT RACE](https://sailparadise.com.au/its-going-to-be-a-sprint-to-the-finish-in-the-2016-bartercard-coffs-to-paradise-yacht-race/) - With over a third of the Bartercard Coffs to Paradise Yacht Race covered it is still anybody’s race. As the fleet pass Yamba, all of the entrants are within eyeshot of each other. The three (3) favourites, Drew Carruthers RUNAWAY, David Hows OCEAN GEM and Philip Bell’s SHE have put a small gap on the
- [“RUNAWAY” TAKE LINE HONOURS IN THE 2016 BARTERCARD COFFS TO PARADISE YACHT RACE](https://sailparadise.com.au/runaway-take-line-honours-in-the-2016-bartercard-coffs-to-paradise-yacht-race/) - At 0059hrs this morning, Saturday 9th January 2016, Drew Carruthers’ Sayer 11, Runaway crossed the finish line to take line honours victory in the 2016 Bartercard Coffs to Paradise Yacht Race. Following a solid three hours later the second vessel across the line was David Hows Beneteau 445, Ocean Gem finishing first (1st) in the
- [PERFECT CONDITIONS CALL FOR A GREAT START TO THE 2016 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/perfect-conditions-call-great-start-2016-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - With perfect weather conditions blowing an average of 8 knots, today’s racing called for a fantastic day of offshore racing on the Gold Coast in the 2016 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta. Principle Race Officer Louise Davidson said “It is a pleasure to be the race officer for this regatta and with weather conditions this beautiful,
- [BREEZE TESTS THE BEST OF SAILORS AT THE 2016 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/breeze-tests-the-best-of-sailors-at-the-2016-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - As the 2016 Bartercard Sail Paradise regatta completes the second day of racing, the conditions off the Gold Coast beaches was one that put a test to the best of sailors. With the swell reaching two meters and winds in excess of 20 knots the crews were battered and bruised after completing three races in
- [BIG BOAT RACING POSTPONED ON DAY THREE OF THE 2016 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA](https://sailparadise.com.au/big-boat-racing-postponed-on-day-three-of-the-2016-bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta/) - BIG BOAT RACING POSTPONED ON DAY THREE OF THE 2016 BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE REGATTA The decision was made this morning by the race committee to unfortunately postpone the Keel Boat and Multihull Performance racing on day three of the 2016 Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta. Conditions this morning at the Gold Coast seaway entrance were waves in
- [OCEAN GEM CROWNED 2016 BARTERCARD COFFS TO PARADISE AND SAIL PARADISE OVERALL CHAMPION](https://sailparadise.com.au/ocean-gem-crowned-2016-bartercard-coffs-to-paradise-and-sail-paradise-overall-champion/) - With the fourth and final day of racing completed on Sunday 17th January, David Hows Beneteau 445 OCEAN GEM, along with the crew were awarded overall 2016 Bartercard Coffs to Paradise and Sail Paradise Champions. After being awarded first (1st) place in the IRC division of the 2016 Bartercard Coffs to Paradise Yacht Race earlier
- [BENETEAU CUP WINNER – KEEN CONTENDER FOR BARTERCARD COFFS TO PARADISE YACHT RACE 2016](https://sailparadise.com.au/beneteau-cup-winner-keen-contender-for-bartercard-sail-paradise-2016/) - After being awarded first (1st) place for Line Honours, and first (1st) place Cruising Division in the Queensland Beneteau Cup 2015, David Hows and his crew on Ocean Gem are keen contenders for the Bartercard Coffs to Paradise overall champion in 2016. Purchased by David Hows in Auckland, New Zealand back in 2011 before sailing
- [FIRST TIME FOR SYC VESSEL TO TEST THE WATERS IN THE 2016 BARTERCARD COFFS TO PARADISE](https://sailparadise.com.au/first-time-for-syc-vessel-to-test-the-waters-in-the-2016-bartercard-coffs-to-paradise/) - After winning their PHS division in the 30th Land Rover Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race earlier in the year, Rod West and crew from Painkiller Forte will return to the east waters of Australia for the 2016 Bartercard Coffs to Paradise Yacht Race. Having recently purchased their new Bavaria 42, West and crew will be
- [Bartercard Sponsors Sail Paradise and Coffs to Paradise 2016](https://sailparadise.com.au/bartercard-sponsors-sail-paradise-and-coffs-to-paradise-2016/) - Sail Paradise and Coffs to Paradise Race to be sponsored by Bartercard The world’s largest trade exchange, Bartercard, has become the title sponsor for Southport Yacht Club’s signature event, Sail Paradise, as well as the Coffs to Paradise race, which starts on January 7. The Gold Coast based company, which operates in eight countries and
- [SPECTACULAR TROPICAL HOLIDAY PRIZES FOR BARTERCARD “SAIL PARADISE 2016” AND THE BARTERCARD “COFFS TO PARADISE” RACE](https://sailparadise.com.au/spectacular-tropical-holiday-prizes-for-bartercard-sail-paradise-2016-and-the-bartercard-coffs-to-paradise-race/) - SPECTACULAR TROPICAL HOLIDAY PRIZES FOR BARTERCARD “SAIL PARADISE 2016” AND THE BARTERCARD “COFFS TO PARADISE” RACE Southport Yacht Club, on the Gold Coast, and its principal sponsor, Bartercard, will be offering two spectacular prizes for the Coffs to Paradise race, then the Sail Paradise series, both scheduled for January. The prizes are two seven-night
- [Dates confirmed for Southport Yacht Club's Sail Paradise 2016](https://sailparadise.com.au/dates-confirmed-for-southport-yacht-clubs-sail-paradise-2016/) - Sail Paradise, Southport Yacht Club’s spectacular high summer regatta, will be staged on the beautiful ocean waters off the Gold Coast’s golden beaches from January 13 to 17 next year. As well as bringing the dates for the club’s flagship event forward in the summer season, organisers have opted to widen the appeal of Sail
- [Alive crowned the winners at SYC's XXXX Sail Paradise 2015](https://sailparadise.com.au/alive-crowned-the-winners-at-sycs-xxxx-sail-paradise-2015/) - Alive have today been crowned the champions at Southport Yacht Club’s XXXX Sail Paradise regatta for 2015. This is a back to back win for Alive after first competing in the regatta in 2014. 2014’s XXXX Sail Paradise Regatta was the Inaugural regatta for Alive “Last year had great memories for myself and the crew.
- [Alive are on track for a back to back win at XXXX Sail Paradise 2015](https://sailparadise.com.au/alive-are-on-track-for-a-back-to-back-win-at-xxxx-sail-paradise-2015/) - Two favourites, Peter Harburg’s Volvo 70 Black Jack, and Duncan Hine’s Reichel/Pugh 66 Alive, battled it out today for first place, at the Southport Yacht Club’s XXXX Regatta. Alive took out day one with Black Jack close behind. Also racing in IRC Division One are the Mates4Mates crew on board Matthew Percy’s Alacrity and Tony
- [Black Jack and Alive set for SYC's Sail Paradise](https://sailparadise.com.au/black-jack-alive-set-sycs-sail-paradise/) - Black Jack and Alive set for Southport Yacht Clubs Sail Paradise 2015 - March 6-8 Two of Australia’s best ocean racing yachts, both entries in next week’s Rolex Sydney Hobart race, have been confirmed as entries for Southport Yacht Club’s Sail Paradise series, which will be contested off the Gold Coast from March 6 to
- [Alive - Champions at Sail Paradise 2014](https://sailparadise.com.au/alive-champions-at-sail-paradise-2014/) - Alive named the champions at Southport Yacht Club's Sail Paradise 2014, March 14-16. The Reichel/Pugh 66, 'Alive' was today crowned the champion of Southport Yacht Club's 2014 Sail Paradise regatta! After sailing through dangerous conditions over the weekend, skipper of alive Duncan Hine said "I am extremely happy to have won this regatta, I am
- [Winners, Grinners and a Swimmer at XXXX Sail Paradise 2012](https://sailparadise.com.au/winners-grinners-and-a-swimmer-at-xxxx-sail-paradise-2012/) - Roland Dane, a relative newcomer to IRC offshore racing, has sent signals to his rivals that his new yacht, Jessandra II, could be the boat to beat in up-coming offshore events this year after a stunning string of victories at XXXX Sail Paradise off the Gold Coast. More…

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- [Welcome Party](https://sailparadise.com.au/onshore/welcome-party/) - Welcome Party! 2026 THEME: HAWAIIAN NIGHT 🌺 Proudly sponsored by Kicking off Sail Paradise 2026 is our Hawaiian-themed Welcome Party, on Friday 2 October from 1800 hrs along Southport Yacht Club’s waterfront Main Deck and Quarterdeck, with welcome drinks the Commodore’s shout. FRIDAY 2 OCTOBER 2026 FROM 1800 HRS MAIN DECK & QUARTERDECK WELCOME DRINKS
- [Sponsors / Partners](https://sailparadise.com.au/sponsors/) - PRINCIPLE PARTNER The Yacht Sales Co. The Yacht Sales Co. is Asia Pacific’s leading yacht sales company representing the world’s finest brands, including Fountaine Pajot, Dufour Yachts, Absolute Yachts, ILIAD Catamarans, Tesoro Yachts and NEEL Trimarans in Australia. In addition to their New Yacht division, they also boast a Pre-Owned Brokerage division offering an
- [Organising Authority](https://sailparadise.com.au/main-beach-clubhouse/) - Winner of the 2024 and 2025 Australian Sailing Club of the Year for Queensland, and established in 1946, Southport Yacht Club on Australia’s Gold Coast is known worldwide for its exceptional offshore and inshore sailing opportunities, Sailing Academy, powerboat fraternities, lake house watersports centre and award-winning and exclusive waterfront dining. Southport Yacht Club’s Sailing Squadron
- [Overall Event Presentation](https://sailparadise.com.au/overall-event-presentation/) - The overall event presentation for The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise 2026 will be held on the Quarterdeck at the Main Beach Clubhouse on Monday 5th October, not before 1600hrs. The overall presentation will award first, second and third place for each division for the whole Sail Paradise series, as well as the Australian Sailing
- [On Water](https://sailparadise.com.au/on-water/) - The 17th Sail Paradise Regatta returns to the stunning offshore racetrack of Australia's Gold Coast on the King’s Birthday Long Weekend in Queensland, from Saturday October 3rd to Monday October 5th, 2026. Racing divisions are open to all IRC, ORCi, Performance racing, Cruising, Sport Boats, Trailables and Multihulls. 2026 RACE DOCUMENTATION REGATTA NOTICEBOARD WEATHER
- [About](https://sailparadise.com.au/about/) - About THE YACHT SALES CO SAIL PARADISE 2026 Southport Yacht Club's spectacular offshore sailing regatta returns in 2026 with The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise 2026 to be held from Saturday 3rd October to Monday 5th October, on the Queensland King's Birthday Long Weekend. Kicking off with the Welcome Party on Friday 2nd, come experience
- [Event History](https://sailparadise.com.au/event-history/) - Heritage Now in its 17th year, Sail Paradise is a dedicated offshore sailing regatta born to test crews against the rising standards and professionalism required in the sport of offshore yacht racing. Each year the event has grown, regularly attracting entries everywhere between the Whitsundays to Sydney, as well as boats from further afield such
- [Marina & Berthing](https://sailparadise.com.au/marina-berthing/) - Marina & Berthing It is highly recommended that all boats competing in Sail Paradise 2026 berth at Southport Yacht Club's 300 berths private marina for the duration of the regatta. SYC offers limited FREE berthing to competing yachts during the regatta, from Thursday 1st through to Tuesday 6th, with checkout by 10am. However as berthing
- [Live Race Tracker](https://sailparadise.com.au/race-tracker/) - Track Sail Paradise Racing Live Each Day SOUTHPORT YACHT CLUB is proudly supported by TackTracker for The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise 2026 Regatta. We have set up a broadcasting regatta site for members, family and friends to watch all the action on their computers wherever they are. If you want more information, please
- [Entry Fees and Forms](https://sailparadise.com.au/entry/) - ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN! CREW SAIL PASS REGISTRATION 2026 IRC DECLARATION FORM Please return forms to: racing.admin@sycgc.com.au
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- [MEDIA](https://sailparadise.com.au/media/) - A HUGE thanks to our media crew for 2025! Photography by Craig Greenhill of Salty Dingo, from Sydney On-water Videography & editing by Jordan Roberts of Down Under Sail, from Melbourne FPV drone footage and Aerial drone by Ben Curseri of Drone Action Team, from the Gold Coast Dock interviews by Jasmine Ruck, SYC
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- [Parade in Paradise](https://sailparadise.com.au/onshore/parade-in-paradise/) - Parade in Paradise! Come along to the club on Day 1, Saturday 4th October at 0900 hrs for a special waterfront breakfast and watch the regatta fleet all dressed up to sail past the clubhouse! What's become quite a tradition of the regatta, yacht entries will be competing for the following prizes: Best Dressed
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- [2024 ENTRANTS](https://sailparadise.com.au/entrants-2024/) - Full TopYacht Entrant List is available here.
- [On Shore](https://sailparadise.com.au/onshore/) - Southport Yacht Club has an array of Apres-Sail activity on shore each day for The Yacht Sales Co Sail Paradise Regatta!
- [Weather Forecast](https://sailparadise.com.au/weather-forecast/) - Weather briefings will be held at the beginning of each day to keep you up to date on the local weather forecast. willyweather
- [Transport](https://sailparadise.com.au/transport/) - Spectate from the air! Gold Coast Helitours are excited to offer racing enthusiasts, friends and family of crew a bird's eye view of the action! Head to https://www.goldcoasthelitours.com.au/ to book! Transport The Gold Coast has a wide range of public transport options including scheduled bus, train and tram services as well as community and rideshare
- [2024 Entrants](https://sailparadise.com.au/entrants-sp24/) - 2024 Entrants IRC DIVISION 1 IRC DIVISION 2 PHS DIVISION 1 PHS DIVISION 2 MONOHULL CRUISING DIVISION OMR MULTIHULL DIVISION
- [Chandlery](https://sailparadise.com.au/chandlery/) - Bosun's Locker Brokerage and Chandlery Located at Southport Yacht Club's Main Beach Marina, Bosun's Locker was established in 1975 making it the oldest established Boat Sales and Boat Gear Shop on the Gold Coast. Bosun's Locker Chandlery is renowned for its customer service and very professional advice; perfect for any last minute and mid-regatta needs.
- [Accommodation](https://sailparadise.com.au/accommodation/) - Accommodation Hotel deals across the Gold Coast abound thanks to the generous support of Experience Gold Coast. Check out their deals here: Additionally, we have selected a number of hotels and serviced apartment providers within walking distance to Southport Yacht Club. Resort Hotels: The Imperial Hotel (formerly Versace Palazzo), SeaWorld Drive: 61 7 5509 8000
- [Food for Crew](https://sailparadise.com.au/waterfront-restaurant/) - Food for Crew Breakfast: 07:00 each day - Grab and Go BBQ breakfast & Coffee Apres-Sail: 17:00 each day - Sausage Sizzle ASAP after sailing. Southport Yacht Club's Waterfront Restaurant Main Deck and Quarter Deck will be open each day after racing for competitors and their guests. For friends and family during the
- [Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta 2023 Final Presentation](https://sailparadise.com.au/bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-2023-final-presentation/)
- [Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta 2023 - Day 3](https://sailparadise.com.au/bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-2023-day-3/)
- [Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta 2023 - Day 2](https://sailparadise.com.au/bartercard-sail-paradise-regatta-2023-day-2/)
- [Event Schedule](https://sailparadise.com.au/event-schedule/) - Event Schedule BARTERCARD SAIL PARADISE is from Saturday 30th September – Monday 2nd October 2023 An action-packed three-day event of magnificent yacht racing on the GOLD COAST. With the new date, this event is expected to attract even more boats over the long weekend, making it a ‘must-attend’ for all Gold Coast families and
- [Event Schedule](https://sailparadise.com.au/event-schedule-2/) - THE YACHT SALES CO SAIL PARADISE REGATTA 2026 is on from Friday 2nd October to Monday 5th October 2026 An action-packed event of magnificent yacht racing and après-sail action on the GOLD COAST! Australia's spectacular offshore regatta has firmly found it's place on the Queensland's Kings Birthday Long Weekend, with 2026 a must not just
- [Sailing Instructions](https://sailparadise.com.au/sailing-instructions/)
- [Contact Us](https://sailparadise.com.au/contact-us/) - Contact Us Location: Main Beach Clubhouse 1 Macarthur Parade, Main Beach, Queensland 4217 Southport Yacht Club event contacts: Simon Turpin, Sailing Operations Manager: +61 7 5537 7030 sailing.ops@sycgc.com.au Ben Sonkkila, Marketing Manager: +61 7 5591 3500 marketing.manager@sycgc.com.au Mark Riddell, Waterfront Manager: +61 7 5591 3500 marina@sycgc.com.au Brett James, General Manager: +61 7 5591 3500 general.manager@sycgc.com.au
- [Entertainment](https://sailparadise.com.au/entertainment/) - LIVE Acoustic Music NIghtly from 5pm Sunday, 2nd January Yac Fonoti Monday, 3rd January Alice Anderson Tuesday, 4th January Danny Black Wednesday, 5th January Scott Whatman FINALE - Thursday, 6th January RUSSELL MORRIS
- [Hollywell Sailing Squadron](https://sailparadise.com.au/hollywell-sailing-squadron-4/) - Hollywell Sailing Squadron Southport Yacht Club is host to a very active sailing community. The Sailing Squadron, located at 1 Marina Crescent, Hollywell is the home base for multiple divisions including dinghies, off-the-beach catamarans trailable yachts, Etchells as well as the Sailing Academy. Would you, or someone you know, like to learn how to sail?
- [Entry List](https://sailparadise.com.au/entry-list/)
- [Live Entertainment](https://sailparadise.com.au/live-entertaiment/) - Join us at Southport Yacht Club for some live music - Sunday, 3rd January, 3pm-6pm - 4Shore Bar on the Quarter Deck - Paul Mulqueen Wednesday, 6th January, 430-730pm - Western Deck - Dave Gray
- [Fashion Parade - presented by Quality Marine Clothing](https://sailparadise.com.au/fashion-parade-presented-by-quality-marine-clothing/) - The annual Bartercard Sail Paradise Regatta Stormtech Fashion Parade, will commence at 1700hrs on Tuesday, 5th January.
- [Club Marine Pittwater to Southport Yacht Tracker 2019](https://sailparadise.com.au/club-marine-pittwater-southport-yacht-tracker-2019/) - View the 2020Club Marine Pittwater to Southport Yacht Tracker HERE
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- [Lay Day - Tuesday 10th](https://sailparadise.com.au/lay-day-friday-13th/) - Bartercard Sail Paradise Lay Day - Tuesday 10th January 2017 Southport Yacht Club invite YOU to make the Bartercard Sail Paradise lay day an event the whole family will enjoy, with live entertainment, great beach games and BBQ included. This is a day not to be missed! Register your interest today via Marketing.Manager@southportyachtclub.com.au When: Tuesday 10th January 2017 Time:
- [Race Results 2016](https://sailparadise.com.au/race-results-2016/)
- [Sailing Testimonials](https://sailparadise.com.au/sailing-testimonials/) - Kids had a great time sailing, rest of the family enjoyed the breakfast and coffee. A great morning! February 02, 2016 Great activity for the kids! Well organised and lovely spot 🙂 March 23, 2016 Great fun sporty activity. March 25, 2016 Great value for money, kids enjoyed a lot! March 25, 2016 “I would
- [Latest News](https://sailparadise.com.au/news/latest-news/)
- [Event History 2015](https://sailparadise.com.au/event-history-2015/) - 11th December 2014 - Black Jack and Alive set for Sail Paradise 2015 23rd September 2014 - The champ is back for Sail Paradise 2015 27th January 2015 - An Action Packed Start to 2015 for Southport Yacht Club 4th March 2015 - Mates4Mates at SYC XXXX Sail Paradise 2015 6th March 2015 - Day
- [Event History 2016](https://sailparadise.com.au/event-history-2016/)
- [Event History 2012](https://sailparadise.com.au/event-history-2012-2/) - Black Jack II heading for XXXX Sail Paradise - 11/02/2012 Denis Thompson confirmed as Race Director for Sail Paradise 2012 - 11/02/2012 Glenn Bourke from Hobart to XXXX Sail Paradise - 22/02/2012 Motor racing legend to contest Sail Paradise 2012 - 26/02/2012 Australian's fastest yacht to race at XXXX Sail Paradise - 02/03/2012 XXXX Sail
- [Event History 2013](https://sailparadise.com.au/event-history-2013/) - Bill Wild's 'Wedgetail' to return to the waters - 14/02/2013 QLD's Season of Sailing Campaign - 28/02/2013 Perfect Paradise - 06/03/2013 All Systems Go for XXXX Sail Paradise - 08/03/2013 Yachting Takes Teens by Storm - 03/04/2013 XXXX Sail Paradise - Black Jack wins the QLD IRC State Championships - 03/04/2013
- [Event History 2014](https://sailparadise.com.au/event-history-2012/) - Large swells and a balancing act on day two at Sail Paradise - 15/03/2014 A close day of racing for Day One at Sail Paradise 2014 The old and the new - Black Jack sets sail at Sail Paradise - 11/03/2014 Cut Snake off to Sail Paradise 2014 - 24/01/2014 Black Jack set for Sail
- [Event History 2011](https://sailparadise.com.au/event-history-2011/) - 2011 Marinonics Sail Paradise Due to the flood tragedy in Queensland’s south east and persistent extreme weather, Southport Yacht Club has this afternoon decided to abandon Marinonics Sail Paradise 2011.While the tragedy that is unfolding just north of the Gold Coast has in itself justified the decision, many competitors have had to rush back
- [Event History 2010](https://sailparadise.com.au/event-history-2010/) - 2010 Sail Paradise The inaugural Sail Paradise series – Gold Coast could not have ended on a higher note, with high praise for the event flowing freely, and the $5000 prize draw going to the most worthy of recipients. The outright winner of IRC Division 1 was one of Australia’s offshore sailing legends, Bob ‘Sir

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