Twilight Series
Nothing beats the social atmosphere and enjoyment of MHYC Twilight Non-Spinnaker Racing on Thursday nights during Daylight Saving. Racing is scheduled from early October through to late March. Muliple Divisions, from a Blazer 23 to Frerrs 60. 6:00pm pursuit start from the Club House with Post Race Entertainment on the beach front. Beach BBQ and restaurant meals are available from Harbourview Bar and Bistro. YA Special Regulations Cat 7.
2016-2017 Twilight Schedule of Races
2016 - 2017 Online Entry
Racing
- 1800 Club House Handicapped Pursuit Start, countup system.
- Pump Station Start Line or Club House Finish Line.
- Allocation to divisions shall be decided by the Race Committee.
- Marina Arms C and D T-Heads shall be used for the purpose of collecting and dropping off guests/crew only. No berthing will be permitted to allow access for all members and their guests.
Post race entertainment, Weekly music from 7:30pm, BBQ and presentation from approx. 2030hrs.
Family and Guests welcome. Fancy crewing? Arrive at MHYC by 1700hrs and This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Twilight Series Sponsors
Divisional Sponsors
Inshore Series
The complete Inshore Racing Series for Club sailors, September - April. Consisting of a Spring Series, Summer Series and an Annual Series, racing formats include Inshore Harbour and Sprints racing. Fleet starts from 1300hrs on the Sound of Sydney Harbour. Results and handicaps are performance based (PHS) with divisions for mixed classes and One Design (ie Admas 10m & J24). YA Special Regulations Cat 7. Boats may select to fly Spinnaker or Non-Spinnaker.
2016-2017 Inshore Series Schedule of Races
2016-2017 Online Entry
Looking for Crew? Or wanting to Crew?
For any skippers who are looking for new crew or just need that extra crew member, there are several options available to ensure your competitiveness in the Annual Inshore Series. The Sailing Office is always available to help with your crew requests and has an extensive database of persons who have indicated their interest in crewing opportunities.
The most effective and popular method is picking up crew from the Breezeway on the Saturday mornings prior to the race. Crew can leave their details on the Crew Board vice versa with boats requiring crew. Please don't hesitate to contact the Sailing Office with your crew request on 02 9969 1244 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Keelboat Racing
Middle Harbour Yacht Club offers Keelboat Racing in various formats and divisions, with a variety of entertaining and challenging Series.
- Ocean Pointscore Series (Saturdays)
- Premier Racing Series (Saturdays)
- Inshore Series (Saturdays)
- Twilight Non-Spinnaker Series (Thursdays)
- Yacht Sales Australia Non-Spinnaker Series (Wednesdays)
- Winter Series (Saturdays)
- Leading Edge Series (Saturdays)
- Feature Event Series
Contact the Sailing Office on 02 9969 1244 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further information.
Keelboat Racing Notice Board
MHYC KEELBOAT SAILING HANDBOOK 2026-2027
- Coming Soon
MHYC SAILING BY-LAWS
2026-2027 NOTICES OF RACE / SERIES
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Sydney Harbour Combined Clubs Inshore Series NOR
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Sydney Harbour Sprint Series NOR
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Sydney Harbour Women’s Keelboat Series NOR
2026-2027 FEATURE EVENT SAILING INSTRUCTIONS
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Harbour Trek on October 24
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Seven Islands Race on November 28
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Christmas Cup (and Veterans Cup) on December 19
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Chaos Cup & Bedlam Point Cup (inc Cock of the Club) on January 9
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March Cup on March 13
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ANZAC Day Two Up Cup on April 25
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Autumn Sail on May 22
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Welcome to Winter on June 12
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Christmas in July on July 24
2026-2027 NOTICES TO COMPETITORS
2025-2026 SYDNEY HARBOUR COMBINED CLUBS INSHORE SERIES
- Combined Clubs Inshore Series Noticeboard
- Combined Clubs Inshore Series Results
- Sydney Harbour Combined Clubs Inshore Series NOR
- Sydney Harbour Combined Clubs Inshore Series SIs
LOCATION OF RACING MARKS
AMENDMENTS TO SPECIAL REGULATIONS
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To view amendments to the Australian Sailing Special Regulations - click here
RESULTS
SAILING POLICIES & INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
INCIDENT REPORTING
ANNUAL SKIPPERS BRIEFING
PRESENTATIONS
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Keelboat Safety Forum Presentation October 2023 (inc. harbour hazards)
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Keelboat Safety Forum Presentation October 2024 (inc. scenarios)
USEFUL LINKS
Safe Sailing Links
Going sailing? What do I need to know?
| Publication | Link |
| Weather | Bureau of Meteorology |
| Shipping Movements | Sydney Shipping & Port Schedule |
| MHYC Sailing Handbook | Sailing Instructions & Calendars |
| Special Regulations | MHYC & YA Special Regulations Forms |
| MHYC Safety Manual | Procedures & Guidelines |
| MHYC Competitor Emergency Plan | MHYC Competitor Emergency Plan |
| Man Overboard Procedure (MOB) | Can you retrieve a MOB? |
| MHYC Marina Plan | MHYC Marina Emergency Plan |
| NSW Maritime Vessel Incident Procedures | Incident Form |
| NSW Maritime Educational Videos | |
| Australian Hydrographic Service | GPS receivers & Chart Datums |
| Australian Hydrographic Service | Updating nautical charts |
| Servicing of PFDs | PFD Check LIst (BURKE Brand ONLY) |
| PFDs on recreational boats | National Standards for recreational boating equipment |
| Deviation Cards | Create your own deviation card |
WEATHER
Before starting your trip, get the most up to date marine forecast from the Bureau of Meteorology. Read more information about how to use the five vital weather safety checks.
Local marine weather information |
Marine Laws and Regulations
THE MARINE SAFETY (GENERAL) REGULATIONS 2010 AND THE YA SPECIAL REGULATIONS
The YA Special Regulations 2009-2012(13) supplement the Government Regulations and do not replace them.
The new NSW Marine Safety ( General ) Regulations 2009 ( ‘the Government Regulations’ ) came into operation on the 30th March 2009. They may be accessed at www.legislation.nsw.gov.au
These Regulations have in some cases reduced the number of items to be carried or removed previously required items that were required by the previous Government Regulations.
Some examples of items not now required; a lifebuoy with 30 meters of line is no longer required, but note Racing Rule of Sailing 1.2 which requires an item of life saving equipment to be ready for immediate use and Government Regulation 84(6) which requires a ‘lifejacket’ to be within quick and easy access. A vessel over 12m in length in open waters is not now required to carry a life raft or life boat.
THE INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS FOR PREVENTING COLLISIONS AT SEA AND THE MARINE SAFETY ACT 1998 AND THE MARINE SAFETY (GENERAL) REGULATIONS 2009
Amendments to the Act and Regulations named above came into operation on the 30th March 2009. They may be accessed at www.legislation.nsw.gov.au
Under the Marine Safety Act 1998 section 10(1) the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, (the Col Regs) apply at sea and to all NSW navigable waters.
REPORTING MARINE ACCIDENTSAND THE MARINE SAFETY ACT 1998AND THE MARINE SAFETY (GENERAL) REGULATIONS 2009
The provisions of the Marine Safety Act 1998 (the Act) came into operation on the 30th March 2009.
The Marine Safety (General) Regulations 2009, (The Regulations) also came into force on the 30th March 2009.
They may be accessed at www.legislation.nsw.gov.au
The Act and Regulations replace the obligation under section 30G of the Maritime Services Act 1935 to report marine accidents involving death or injury or damage exceeding $100.