RPAYC SHINES AT THE 2025 AUSTRALIAN SAILING AWARDS
The Australian Sailing Awards were a wonderful celebration of achievement across our sport, and RPAYC was proudly represented in several major categories.
Volunteer of the Year – Australia: Julia Hornsby A highlight of the evening was seeing Julia Hornsby named Volunteer of the Year for Australia. Julia’ s leadership, commitment, and the depth of her contribution— particularly through the Hansa World Championships— have had a real and lasting impact on our Club and on sailing more broadly. This national recognition is richly deserved.
Lifetime Achievement Award – Ted Anderson We were also delighted to see Ted Anderson receive a Lifetime Achievement Award, acknowledging decades of service, mentoring, and involvement in sailing. Ted has guided and influenced generations of sailors, and this honour reflects the respect he has earned throughout the community.
Young Sailor of the Year( Male) – Finalist: Louis Tilley Congratulations to Louis Tilley, recognised as a national finalist for Young Sailor of the Year( Male). Louis continues to lift the standard in the WASZP class and brings great pride to RPAYC through his performances and dedication.
Club of the Year – National Finalist RPAYC was honoured to be a finalist for Australian Sailing’ s Club of the Year, following our earlier success as NSW Club of the Year. This acknowledges the combined efforts and commitment of our members, volunteers, staff, coaches, Board, and Flag Officers throughout the past season.
These achievements, across volunteers, lifelong contributors, emerging talent, and the Club itself, mark an outstanding period for RPAYC and reflect the strength of our community.
Congratulations to all nominees and award recipients. We are very proud.
ALFRED’ S MAGAZINE 2023-24
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