Trans-Tasman Race 2026

- 27 Jan, 2026 01:19:00 PM
Anticipation builds for CYCA’s inaugural Trans-Tasman Yacht Race

Usually, the Australian summer offshore sailing season winds down in February. But a new challenge, which has attracted sailors from near and far, will extend the joy for offshore sailing enthusiasts into March.
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- 16 Sep, 2025 09:05:00 AM
Why Inukshuk’s Rob Large wants you to enter the Trans-Tasman Yacht Race

For Robert Large, the more challenging the sailing conditions – the better.
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- 16 Sep, 2025 07:50:00 AM
One good reason to enter the 2026 Trans-Tasman Yacht Race

In March 2026, after spending more than a week at sea (for most) over 1270 nautical miles, competitors will cross the finish line of the inaugural Trans-Tasman Yacht Race in Waitematā Harbour, Auckland – home of the 2024 America’s Cup champions (Emirates Team New Zealand).
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- 22 May, 2025 03:07:00 PM
Three Iconic Races. One Ambitious Goal – Southern Cross Series Entries Open

Australia’s offshore racing scene is setting a bold new course. The Cruising Yacht Club of Australia (CYCA) has launched the Southern Cross Series — a world-class, three-race challenge designed to unite sailors from every hemisphere.
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- 17 Mar, 2025 04:15:00 PM
Introducing the Southern Cross Series

Attention all offshore racing fanatics seeking new adventures: The Southern Cross Series is a new offshore racing series. Comprised of three dynamic offshore ocean races, the series kicks off with the 172 nautical mile Cabbage Island Race on December 5, followed by the highly anticipated 80th running of the 628 nautical mile Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on December 26. The final race is the inaugural 1270 nautical mile Trans-Tasman Yacht Race (Sydney to Auckland) on February 27, 2026.
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Race Start | 27 February 2026