TWEED VALLEY JET SPRINT CLUB 6-7 Aug, 3-4 Sep
A purpose-built Jetboat race track is the venue for the Australian V8 Superboats, the top class of racing in jetsprinting with the boats being unrestricted and using methanol fuel. AFJSA Round 4—Qualifying, Saturday Aug 6, and Finals, Sunday Aug 7. AFJSA Round 5—Qualifying, Saturday Sep 3, and Finals, Sunday Sep 4. (www.tweedvalleyjetsprintclub.com.au)
2016 GOLD COAST MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL 7 Aug
‘Experience the whole world in one day.’ With international acts from up to 35 nations on three festival stages, 65 stalls of international food, art, craft and information. Children rides and activities. Experience the rich cultural diversity of the Gold Coast. Southport Broadwater Parklands (www.goldcoastculturalfestival.org)
2016 BRISBANE BOAT SHOW 19-21 Aug
The Brisbane Boat Show has served Australia’s largest boating population well for over 50 years. This year, organisers promise a fresh approach at a new venue, the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre. Don’t miss the best offerings from Queensland marine dealers. (www.brisbaneboatshow.com.au)
AUDI HAMILTON ISLAND RACE WEEK 20-27 Aug
Australia’s largest offshore keelboat regatta offers events and classes, ranging from the Grand Prix class for top-class racers, to corporate, bareboat and non-spinnaker divisions. The race is conducted on the waters of the Whitsunday Passage and surrounds. (hamiltonislandraceweek.com.au)
SHAG ISLET CRUISING YACHT CLUB (SICYC) RENDEZVOUS 25-28 Aug
The rendezvous is the annual gathering of SICYC members at Shag Islet situated on the Gloucester Passage in the Whitsunday Region in North Queensland, Australia. SICYC is a social club for yachties boasting 3500 members in 14 countries and is a not-for-profit group supporting the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. This year’s theme is ‘Parrot Head’. (sicyc.org)
GOLD COAST SHOW 26-28 Aug
In 2016, the most spectacular Show in its history celebrates a special milestone: 110th anniversary year! This means more fun, more excitement and more amazing entertainment. Create history together at the Gold Coast Show for future generations. (www.goldcoastshow.com.au)
GREAT NORTHERN BREWING CO. FLAT HEAD CLASSIC 28 Sep-1 Oct
An iconic event on the fishing tournament calendar and attracts sportfishers from around the country. The event offers random prize pool, giveaways, entertainment and much more. There is a 200-team cut-off for the number of competitors, so don’t delay. (www.flatheadclassic.com.au)
AUCKLAND ON-WATER BOAT SHOW 29 Sept-2 Oct
2016 marks the 18th annual running of the Auckland On-Water Boat Show (formerly the Auckland International Boat Show). Held in Auckland’s magnificent Viaduct Harbour over four days, this is New Zealand’s largest on-water boat show. (www.auckland-boatshow.com)
GOLD COAST 600 V8 SUPERCARS RACING 21-23 Oct
The V8 Supercars Championship, as well as world renowned Stadium Super Trucks, will ramp up the on-track action with the international spectacle joining Porsche Carrera Cup, V8 Utes and Formula 4. Entertainment includes Cold Chisel performing live on Saturday night. (www.v8supercars.com.au)
GOLD COAST LIQUID LIGHTENING 15-16 Oct
Two big days of electrifying racing at the Marine Stadium (“The Spit”).
Join the thrill and excitement of power boat circuit racing in a number of boat classes including Unlimited Outboard, Unlimited Hydroplane and Unlimited Displacement classes. (www.gcpbsc.com)
GOLD COAST MARINE FAMILY FESTIVAL 15-16 Oct
Southport Yacht Club at Main Beach is open to all visitors, with live entertainment and family fun activities. Experience free discover sailing for kids and adults. Large vessels open for viewing, trailerable boats on displays and on-water trials. 10am-4pm. (www.southportyachtclub.com.au)
