Australia - Events

January:

• Skandia Geelong Week, the largest regatta in Australia.

February:

• OZ to NZ Rally is now part of the Pacific Rally following the purchase of Down Under Rally by Island Cruising NZ.  See the Pacific Rally page for more information.
• Van Diemen's Land Circumnavigation (VDL-C) Cruise
  A challenging 800 nautical mile cruise-in-company around Tasmania.  Held every two years, the cruise is gaining a considerable national and international reputation and places in the 45-boat fleet are quickly snapped up.  Organised by the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania.  For more information visit: Van Diemen's Land Circumnavigation (VDL-C) Cruise.

May:

• Sanctuary Cove International Boat Show (SCIBS) 
• Go East Rally - More info at Down Under Rally/Island Cruising Go East Rally

June: 

• Beyond the Barrier Rally -not happening in 2024 at this stage but watch this space!

July:

• Darwin - Kupang Rally
• Brisbane Olympic Games 2032 - July 23rd to August 8th.

July/August:

• Sydney International Boat Show

August - November:

• Go West Rally.   - More information at Island Cruising/Down Under Rally

October:

• The Down Under Rally usually holds an info session in New Caledonia for all those who are interested in sailing to and cruising in Australia. Details are yet to be confirmed.  For more information visit the Go West Rally page.

December:

• Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race - December 26, every year.