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The waters off the Whitsundays came alive over Easter as top local sailors hit the waves for the thrilling Sail Airlie 2026 regatta.
Hosted by the Whitsunday Sailing Club, the four-day event (April 3–6) brought together competitors of all ages and skill levels for fast-paced racing and community fun.
From high-speed catamarans and classic ‘off the beach’ dinghies to windsurfers and the ever-popular Green Fleet, the regatta showcased the region’s best and brightest on the water and delivered plenty of action for spectators along the shore.
Sail Airlie Features Whitsunday’s Best And Brightest
Over the Easter period, some of the Whitsundays’ finest sailors came together for the ‘Sail Airlie 2026’ regatta. The event welcomed all classes of ‘Off the Beach’ dinghies and catamarans, including windsurfers and a dedicated ‘Green Fleet’ for emerging sailors. Between 3 and 6 April, competitors of all ages and backgrounds took to the water for a series of thrilling races, organised by the Whitsunday Sailing Club at their scenic local venue.
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