2025-26 Port Lincoln Titles.
The following Go Pro video links have been authorised by
that 'brilliant new forwardhand'
on Smoke... Michael Forster.

Thank you Michael, for allowing me to use your Go pro videos.

(How Sharpie photography has changed since my 1st Aussie Titles, way back in 1970 at RQYS, Qld.
It was very hard to get a photo. My 1st photo of me at an Aussie Title, was in 1972 at Grange SC, SA.)

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - Dec 30th @ 9:11pm.
Some GoPro footage from Smoke of yesterday's first invitation race of the 82nd Australian Sharpie Championships being held at Port Lincoln. For those of you that may be confused, Derek Milligan is skipping Smoke with Michael upfront as regular crew Simon dislocated his shoulder a month ago so unable to attend the event. 73 boats competing at the nationals with boats from all States except NT as there are no Sharpies sailing there that we are aware of. Capsize around the top mark is NSW boat Truck who appear to be hit by a gust as they set their kite.
Length of video - 89 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 31st December 2025 - Heat 2.
This is a view of the incident with SA869 - Space Monkeys.
Length of video - 49 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 31st December 2025 - Heat 2.
This is the end result of the incident with SA869 - Space Monkeys.
Length of video - 30 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 31st December 2025 - Heat 2.
The Rescue Boat has arrived. We do need help.
Length of video - 26 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 2nd January 2026 - Heat 5.
Michael's comment says it all - "Derek nailed R5 start today, great work!"
Length of video - 75 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 3rd January 2026, Races 5, 6 & 7.
Rounding the weather mark and putting up the spinnaker.
Length of video - 47 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 3rd January 2026, Races 5, 6 & 7.
On a tight reach without spinnaker.
Length of video - 35 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 3rd January 2026, Races 5, 6 & 7.
Heading to the windward mark.
Length of video - 15 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 3rd January 2026, Races 5, 6 & 7.
Approaching the windward mark.
Length of video - 25 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 3rd January 2026, Races 5, 6 & 7.
On a broad reach with spinnaker.
Length of video - 32 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 3rd January 2026, Races 5, 6 & 7.
Nearly capsized just after Start due to a sudden lull.
Length of video - 33 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 3rd January 2026, Races 5, 6 & 7.
Approaching the mark under spinnaker.
Length of video - 69 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 3rd January 2026, Races 5, 6 & 7.
Packing the spinnaker away.
Length of video - 45 seconds.

Go Pro - Aussie Titles Video - 3rd January 2026, Races 5, 6 & 7.
Michael is getting a bit wet on the wire.
Length of video - 34 seconds.

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The following photos were also supplied by
that 'brilliant new forwardhand' on Smoke.
Michael took a few on his way to, during and on his
way home from the Port Lincoln Yacht Club.

Thanks again Michael, for allowing me to use your photos.

27th December 2015 @ 7:43am
Made it to South Australia this morning on the way to Port Lincoln later today.
And we know we are on the right path as they put out Sharpie signs so we don’t get lost.

27th December 2015 @ 7:43am
Another Sharpie!
Hi Sam, Blowflies, N949 from Port Kembla Sailing Club - safe travels

Waiting for Rego and Measuring.

Smoke is resting... after a long trip.

The opposition are here..

Some of the local views.

The NSW Sharpie members.

Ready to go.

Smoke on the Tuckerbox.

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2025-26 Port Lincoln Titles.
Videos links taken from the Australian Sharpie Nationals FB site.

Thanks Harry for giving me total access to everything on the Australian Sharpie Nationals FB site.
Also thanks to Ollie Callanan (Stallion Studios Photography) and Nathan Richmond for their magnificent photos and videos.

Aussie Titles Video - Dec 29th @ 8:38pm.
Crews gather today to kick off the 2025 Sharpie National Championship hosted by Port Lincoln YC. The field is packed, with 67 entries from across Australia lined up to take the charge, with wind conditions meaning for some serious action.

Aussie Titles Video - Dec 30th @ 5:08pm.
With teams gathering at Port Lincoln Yacht Club this week, it's a great time to see how the class is going through the eyes of a new generation of Sharpie Sailors.

Aussie Titles Video - Dec 31st @ 9:16pm.
Excitement at the Sharpie Nationals today! Conditions couldn't have been better on Boston Bay. Picking up from yesterday’s cancellation, three races were completed.

Aussie Titles Video - Jan 2nd @ 2:25pm.
NYE Celebrating right at Port Lincoln Yacht Club for the Sharpie Nationals! Roll on Day 4.

Aussie Titles Video - Jan 2nd @ 9:35pm.
Glamour conditions today as teams jostled for the top spot amongst the throng. With the first races of 2026 completed, spirits are high. 5 Races down, 7 to go. The midpoint of the Sharpie Nationals is just around the corner at Port Lincoln Yacht Club.

Aussie Titles Video - Jan 3rd @ 11:05pm.
Day 5 of Sharpie Nationals went off with a bang!
Two races completed to make 7 for the championship and the drop came in to shake things up.

Aussie Titles Video - Jan 4th @ 8:46pm.
State vs state, mate vs mate at the Sharpie National States Night at Port Lincoln Yacht Club. One of the most loved socials on the calendar as teams battle it out for the ultimate chug a lug glory.

Aussie Titles Video - Jan 5th @ 11:19pm.
There’s a rumble coming as the penultimate day of racing comes to a close at the Port Lincoln Yacht Club. Lighter winds made for a shakeup and the leaderboard has shuffled as we head into the final two races tomorrow.

Aussie Titles Video - Jan 6th @ 10:43am.
FINAL DAY OF RACING! Right now boats are heading out on the water to decide who takes home the title of National Champion. For the 82nd Sharpie National Championship Regatta.

Aussie Titles Video - Jan 6th @ 6:34pm.
Today marks the end of the 2025/26 Australian Sharpie Nationals here in Port Lincoln with Luke Stephen's Exposed taking home the Championship. With little to no wind today the two scheduled heats were cancelled, and the results from yesterday hold firm.
Big thanks to the @portlincolnyachtclub for hosting this massive event which has drawn sailors from all across Australia. It has been one to remember.

2025-26 Port Lincoln Titles.
Photo links taken from the Australian Sharpie Nationals FB site.

Thanks Harry for giving me total access to everything on the Australian Sharpie Nationals FB site.
Also thanks to Ollie Callanan (Stallion Studios Photography) and Nathan Richmond for their magnificent photos and videos.

Aussie Titles Photos - Dec 29th @ 11:46am.
The hustle and bustle has started at the Sharpie Nationals at Port Lincoln Yacht Club, with two invitation races scheduled for this afternoon.
20 photos.

Aussie Titles Photos - Dec 29th @ 8:44pm.
Day one of the Sharpie Nationals delivered at the beautiful Port Lincoln Yacht Club. The wind went from zero to hero, launching the fleet into action and setting the tone for the week ahead. We also took a moment to honour and remember Rick Shortridge, aka Shorty, a respected part of the Sharpie community.
98 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Dec 30th @ 10:46am.
What a night at the Calcutta! The Sharpie Nationals crowd turned up in force at the Port Lincoln Yacht Club. Beers flowing, finger food disappearing, bids flying, and Conrad firing off trumpet jingles for epic bids. A huge kitty and some great money raised for the class, with plenty of laughs along the way.
11 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Dec 30th @ 12:00pm.
Wind on hold, vibes still high. Here’s another slice of action from Day 1 Sharpie Nationals at Port Lincoln Yacht Club.
95 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Dec 30th @ 4:49pm.
When the breeze says no but the Sharpie spirit says absolutely. Day Two blown away by the breeze, but not the mood. Boatyard smiles, solid banter, and Sharpie spirit alive and well at Port Lincoln Yacht Club Sharpie Nationals!
38 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Dec 31st @ 12:26pm.
New Year’s Eve morning in the boat yard! Day 3 of Sharpie Nationals at Port Lincoln Yacht Club and it’s going to be mega!
31 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Dec 31st @ 8:31pm.
Day 3 was all gas, no brakes. Three big races, cracking wind and Sharpies flying. An epic New Year’s Eve spectacle to behold from land and sky. One of those rare days where everything lines up, what a way to end the year and start the band and fireworks at Port Lincoln Yacht Club.
165 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 1st @ 2:52pm.
Today the sharpie fleet headed into the Port Lincoln national park to clean some of our beaches.
20 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 2nd @ 9:42am.
From live music to late night crowd surfing, Port Lincoln Yacht Club set the tone for the New Year. Plenty of laughs, great energy, and a night that’ll be remembered for a long time. Here’s to 2026 and some champagne sailing heading into day 4 on the Sharpie Nationals.
38 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 2nd @ 1:35pm.
Day 4 of the Sharpie Nationals and the vibes are on. Port Lincoln Yacht Club delivering champagne sailing conditions to kick off the year.
20 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 2nd @ 8:43pm.
Day 4 at the Sharpie Nationals and the regatta is really starting to take shape. Five races now in the books with champagne conditions delivering fast, tight racing and plenty of full spinnaker action across the fleet.
97 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 3rd @ 11:32am.
A few more moments from Day 4 as we roll into Day 5 of the Sharpie Nationals. Five races on the board and plenty still to play for, with today’s conditions at Port Lincoln Yacht Club set to deliver more action.
77 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 3rd @ 12:05pm.
Morning fuel ups in the boatyard as crews gear up for a full day of racing wind. Day 5 is here, five races on the board, and States Night lined up to cap it all off. What more could you ask for?
40 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 3rd @ 7:49pm.
Day 5 wrapped with seven races now on the board. Proper pressure today with boats fully powered up, sea spray everywhere and classic Sharpie sailing on show. All eyes now on States Night to cap off a big day!
119 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 4th @ 3:16pm.
More photos from an epic Day 5 of Sharpie racing. Full noise sailing through the day, then switching gears for States Night celebrations in the evening.Keep an eye here for the photos.
198 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 5th @ 1:40pm.
Rolling into Day 6 with seven races in the books and three more on the cards today at the Sharpie Nationals. Light air, tight racing ahead and spirits high across the fleet at Port Lincoln Yacht Club.
16 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 5th @ 10:41pm.
Ten races down after a tricky, shifty Day 6. Light air, big decisions and everything still to play for. Two final races tomorrow to crown the Fly Sharpie Nationals champion!
119 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 5th @ 10:58pm.
Part two of photos from a tricky Day 6. Light air, sharp calls and nothing given away as the fleet lines up for a final showdown.
103 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 6th @ 11:13am.
Day 7. Ten races down and everything on the line as we roll into the final day of the Sharpie Nationals at Port Lincoln Yacht Club. Tension high, margins tight and it’s neck and neck between Disco Stu, ShouldaCouldaWoulda, Exposed and Trickster to name a few. This one’s going down to the wire to crown the Winner of the 82nd Sharpie National Championship Regatta!
29 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 6th @ 1:58pm.
The Winners of the 82nd Sharpie National Championships goes to Exposed 946.
Skipper: Luke Stephens - Sheethand: Matt Hansen - Forwardhand: Ryan Kelly
🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆
2 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 6th @ 4:42pm.
Following the celebrations of Exposed 946, winners of the 82nd Sharpie National Championships! 🍾
After a tense two hour wait before the final two races, the last horn finally sounded. Beers, cheers and champagne sprays followed as the team soaked it all in, with rivals lining up to share handshakes and hugs. Sharpie racing at its absolute best at Port Lincoln Yacht Club 🏆🍻
Skipper: Luke Stephens - Sheethand: Matt Hansen - Forwardhand: Ryan Kelly
🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆 🏆
36 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 6th @ 5:39pm.
Ten races down and then a long two hour wait as the breeze shut off on the final leg. Margins were razor thin between Disco Stu, ShouldaCouldaWoulda and Trickster as the Sharpie Nationals came down to patience, nerves and every last puff. With no racing on Day 7, Exposed 946 secured the championship on their results through Day 6.
These are the moments in between. Boats drifting, crews waiting, vibes high and tension thicker than the calm. What an unforgettable 82nd Sharpie National Championships. Massive thanks to the volunteers who made it all possible at Port Lincoln Yacht Club. Port Lincoln Yacht Club
81 photos

Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 7th @ 8:28pm.
Recently crowned Australian Sharpie Champions Luke Stephens, Matt Hansen and Ryan Kelly on SA946 Exposed will feature on the front page of tomorrow’s Port Lincoln Times – the local paper Luke and Ryan grew up reading as kids! The 82nd Australian Sharpie Nationals wrapped up yesterday in Port Lincoln, with Exposed securing the title in a close finish.
Huge thanks again to the Port Lincoln Yacht Club for hosting a massive carnival that brought so many of the Sharpie family together. One to remember.
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Aussie Titles Photos - Jan 7th @ 9:05pm.
The 82nd Australian Sharpie Nationals wrapped in style at Port Lincoln’s Nautilus Theatre last night with a brilliant presentation evening.
Luke Stephens, Matt Hansen and Ryan Kelly on SA946 Exposed were crowned champions, with all other category awards, competitors and volunteers recognised across the room.
True Sharpie spirit was on show with laughs, cheers, cold drinks, great food and a community celebrating not just the winners, but everyone involved in this year’s carnival.
232 photos

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2025-26 Port Lincoln Titles.
Total number of competitors per Aussie Title between 1960-2026.

Port Lincoln currently holds the record with 96 competitors at the 2000-01 Aussie Titles.
Will we ever break the 100...

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2025-26 Port Lincoln Titles.
Skippers that have participated in the most Aussie Titles
between 1960-2026.

After the latest Port Lincoln Titles:
Shorty is still in the lead from Ferret aka Keysies with Rick in 3rd.

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