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Home of the Festival of Sails, Australia’s largest regatta, and proud winner of 2020 Australian Sailing Club of the Year, Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC) is where sailing, community, and great times come together.
Whether you’re here to sail, socialise, or soak up the waterfront atmosphere, there’s something for everyone. From world-class racing to relaxed cruising, from lively social events to a great meal at the Yot Café, RGYC is the heart of Geelong’s waterfront.
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With the passing of the Treasury Laws Amendment (Tax Reform No. 1) Act 2026 on 26 June 2026, Australia has locked in the biggest shift to capital gains tax in...
RGYC to host Australian Youth Match Racing Championship
The Royal Geelong Yacht Club (RGYC), in conjunction with Australian Sailing, will host the Australian Youth Match Racing Championship from 22 to 25 October 2026. The Championships will be a World Sailing Grade 3 Youth event. Teams will complete in the...
Kraken Sails Toecutter wins ORCV Apollo Bay Race
The Apollo Bay Race is a welcome 52-nautical-mile sprint on the offshore calendar. This year it delivered perfect early-winter conditions and strong RGYC representation, with six club boats lining up...
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