Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia

We’re proud to see Dan Turner representing the CYCSA as a finalist for Male Sailor of the Year at the 2026 SA Sailing Awards. Congratulations, Dan 👏

Congratulations to all the finalists and the best of luck to Dan, we’ll be cheering you on.

SA SAILING AWARDS - FINALIST ANNOUNCEMENT!
Congratulations to the following nominees, who have been selected as finalists for the SA Sailing Awards in 2026.

MALE SAILOR OF THE YEAR
⛵Bob Schahinger - Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron
⛵Malcolm Higgins - Brighton & Seacliff Yacht Club
⛵Dan Turner - Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia
⛵Michael Simms - Largs Bay Sailing Club

Who will be the winner❓
Join us at the 2026 SA Sailing Awards Presentation at Adelaide Sailing Club on Friday 18 September. Purchase your tickets here:
https://www.sailing.org.au/events/364611

Sailing stories from the Sydney to Hobart ⛵
CYCSA members may be interested in this upcoming fundraising event hosted by the Friends of Carrick Hill (FOCH), featuring CYCSA Life Member, Geoff Catt as guest speaker.

Geoff will share stories and insights from the iconic Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, a great opportunity for sailing enthusiasts to hear from someone with plenty of experience on the water.

▪ Thursday 17 Sept at 10am-11.30am at the Pavilion, Carrick Hill, Springfield.
▪ Cost: $35 (includes morning tea with scones and jam and cream & a free raffle ticket).

Please note: This is not a CYCSA event, but we’re pleased to share it with our community in support of Geoff and this fundraising initiative. To find out more and book tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1605476

SheSails Session Two ⛵️
Another beautiful day on the water yesterday as our SheSails participants continued their training ahead of the South Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta, with even a special dolphin appearance 🐬

Come down and enjoy the marina views today. You don’t need to be a member to enjoy our club hospitality 🍸☀️

Admirals Bistro at the CYCSA is open for lunch and dinner Thursday-Sunday, with the public welcome. 🍽️🍷

Just 1 week to go! Don’t miss out on our Father’s Day at the Club, Sunday 6 September. Treat Dad to a meal at the CYCSA and enjoy a great time together, marina side.

Lunch almost booked out! Dinner bookings available.

PS. Dad gets a drink on us 🍺
With every meal purchased from the Father’s Day Specials Menu, Dad receives a complimentary schooner of beer, glass of house wine or soft drink.

Well done Dan & Nikki 👏

SA SAILING AWARDS - FINALIST ANNOUNCEMENT!
Congratulations to the following nominees, who have been selected as finalists for the SA Sailing Awards in 2026.

TEAM OF THE YEAR
⛵Ben Hinks & Fallon Katz - Brighton & Seacliff Yacht Club
⛵Luke Stephens, Matt Hansen & Ryan Kelly - Largs Bay Sailing Club
⛵Dan & Nikki Turner - Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia
⛵Michael Simms & Paul Paparella - Largs Bay Sailing Club

Who will be the winner❓
Join us at the 2026 SA Sailing Awards Presentation at Adelaide Sailing Club on Friday 18 September. Purchase your tickets here:
https://www.sailing.org.au/events/364611

We’re a Finalist ⭐
We’re happy to share that the CYCSA has been named a finalist for the Clubs SA 2026 Best Sports Club Award ⛵💙

It’s fantastic recognition of the Club, our members, volunteers and everyone who helps make the CYCSA such a special place to participate, compete, connect and belong.

Congratulations to our fellow finalists, we’re proud to be among such an impressive group of South Australian sporting clubs.

Celebrating sporting excellence across South Australia!

From golf and sailing to cricket, netball and beyond, sporting clubs create places where people can participate, compete, connect and belong.

The Best Sports Club Award recognises clubs delivering an outstanding sporting experience, supported by high-quality facilities and a strong commitment to their members and their sport.

Congratulations to our 2026 finalists:

⭐ Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia
⭐ Henley Sharks Football & Netball Club
⭐ Mount Gambier Italo Australian Club
⭐ Sandy Creek Golf Club
⭐ The Vines Golf Club of Reynella

An impressive group of clubs representing the diversity of sport across our state.

Who will be named Best Sports Club for 2026?

🎟️ Be there when the winner is revealed at the 2026 Clubs SA Clubs & Community Awards. Tickets are on sale now!
https://events.humanitix.com/clubs-sa-clubs-and-community-awards-2026

MEMBERS DRAW UPDATE...
A fantastic turnout for our Members Draw last night, with a $2,050 cash jackpot up for grabs, thanks to our draw sponsor Coopers 🍺 — a proudly family-owned Australian business for over 160 years.
Every sip supports the SA economy and local businesses. 👏🍻

And we had a winner! Member and club regular Roger Clark was drawn — and thankfully, he was IN ATTENDANCE to claim the $2,050 cash prize! Congratulations, Roger 🥳 and thank you Coopers for your support 👏

That means the jackpot resets to $500 next week as we welcome a new draw sponsor. Will your name be drawn next? Make sure you’re here — you’ve got to be in it to win it!

Congratulations to our raffle winners, Jenny Murton and Rod Hunter who took home the wine prizes thanks to Chapel Funerals 🍷

Join us next Thursday for your chance to win! Don’t forget to collect your raffle ticket at the bar when you purchase a meal to go in the draw for the wine prize.

🗓 UPCOMING EVENTS
▪️ Check out our seasonal selections menu 🍽️
▪️ Book now for Father's Day lunch or dinner, Sunday 6 Sept
▪️ Book now for the Commodore's Dinner, Sat 12 Sept ✨🥂
More details 👉 https://cycsa.com.au/functions-calendar/

$2050 MEMBERS DRAW TONIGHT 💵
Bridge’s got a wad of cash ready to go thanks to draw sponsor Coopers 🍻

Don’t forget to check out tonight's Pork Belly special 😋

Members, be here tonight for your chance to win. Make a night of it, book dinner at Admirals Bistro and settle in for the draw.

Well done to the SAWKR team who have been selected as finalists for the 2026 State Australian Sailing - SA Awards — SHE SAILS Award 💙

Congratulations also to Louise Edwards – Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club Inc, another very worthy finalist. Congratulations to all the finalists and best of luck to the SAWKR Committee for the awards night in September 🤞
SheSails Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta

🐾 Happy International Dog Day 🐾

Today’s the day to give your dog that extra treat, go for an extra-long walk, or just enjoy some good company. Dogs make our lives better in so many ways, so let's take a moment to appreciate the joy they bring.

We know CYCSA members love their dogs. Here's a few Club cuties 🐶