Sponsors and Partners

The Festival of Sails isn’t just the largest sailing regatta in the Southern Hemisphere, it’s a dynamic celebration that lights up the Geelong Waterfront every January, drawing tens of thousands of visitors, sailors, and spectators. None of this would be possible without the unwavering support of our sponsors and partners, whose dedication helps bring this world-class event to life year after year.

This year Presented by TLC Healthcare with support from Visit Victoria and the City of Greater Geelong, our loyal partners play a vital role in creating the magic of the Festival of Sails, from the iconic Melbourne to Geelong Passage Race presented by Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong, to the vibrant entertainment and experiences onshore. We are proud to collaborate with businesses and organisations who share our passion for sailing, community, and delivering unforgettable moments.

Interested in become a partner? Get in touch here.

Presenting Partner: TLC Healthcare

TLC Healthcare (TLC) is one of Australia’s most innovative providers of integrated healthcare, operating 12 multi-generational healthcare precincts across Melbourne and the Geelong region. Its unique business model co-locates residential aged care, primary care medical centres with allied health, health clubs, early learning centres, registered training organisation (RTO), and commercial cafés and bars. Additionally, TLC owns and operates a Supplies business providing everyday consumables for aged care, hospitals, medical centres, early learning, and general office requirements.

Guided by its mission to lead in innovative and integrated healthcare, TLC ensures communities have access to high-quality care when and where they need it. No other provider in Australia owns and operates this breadth of services, available under the one roof, at purpose-built TLC Healthcare precincts.

Major Funding Partner: Visit Victoria

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Major Funding Partner: City of Greater Geelong

The City of Greater Geelong is Victoria’s second-largest city, located 75 kilometres south-west of Melbourne. Our municipality stretches 1,247 square kilometres across unique urban, coastal and country areas. Our community often points to this mix of landscapes and the lifestyles they support as a key attraction for living in, working at and visiting Greater Geelong.

Geelong and the Bellarine is a destination that caters to every type of traveller. Enjoy golden beaches, snorkelling and learn to surf. Or indulge your adventurous spirit with mountain biking and coastal walks then unwind with long lazy lunches at wineries with water views.

Seaside towns are dotted across The Bellarine, and a trip between them will see locally owned vineyards, food producers and country hospitality. The Barwon River winds across the region, the perfect backdrop for the restaurants, playgrounds and trails alongside it.

A dazzling calendar of sport, music, cultural and foodie events stretches throughout the year. Following on from the Festival of Sails is the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. There’s the Geelong Wine Walk, Pako Festa and Portarlington Mussel Festival – something for everyone’s tastes.

For all the details and to find out what to see and do in this vibrant pocket of Victoria head to visitgeelongbellarine.com.au.

Community Partner: TAC

The TAC is proud to be the community partner of the Festival of Sails. Together with the Royal Geelong Yacht Club, we’re sharing the message that road safety is everyone’s responsibility. We can keep each other safe by separating drinking and driving, buckling up every time, staying under the speed limit and ensuring you are well rested before starting your journey.

It takes all of us to drive change and make safe choices on our roads.

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong

Transform the way you travel as you step inside a brighter heart of Geelong.

Situated in the centre of the CBD on Ryrie Street, close to Geelong Stadium and other major event venues, you’ll discover a refreshing and lively hub with 180 contemporary spacious rooms and suites, four purpose built event spaces, and flexible guest areas with a collection of dining options to suit any time of day.

Feel invigorated from the moment you arrive as you’re greeted by our thoughtful and approachable team who specialise in providing you with a personalised service, in a place where you can relax knowing that everything you need is right at your fingertips. And, with plenty of options to keep the kids entertained, spacious rooms with fridges for storing snacks, bedding options to give everyone the space they need in a family friendly environment, even our youngest VIP’s are sure to feel right at home.

Whether you choose to stay in to make the most of our heated indoor swimming pool and fitness centre or venture out to stroll along the picturesque Geelong foreshore and explore the thriving cultural arts precinct, Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong is the perfect destination for business and leisure travel, or those that like to mix the two.

Holiday Inn & Suites Geelong is proud to present the Melbourne to Geelong Passage Race at the 2026 Festival of Sails.

Club Marine

Club Marine is Australia’s largest boat insurance provider, trusted by Aussie boaties since 1959. Whether you have a jet ski, runabout, fishing boat, yacht or multi-million-dollar cruiser, Club Marine, underwritten by Allianz, has cover options to suit a variety of boats, boating lifestyles and on water activities. With Club Marine you are more than a policy holder, you become a member of the Club.

Event Partner: Total Events

Total Events are the leading and largest production supplier in the region, having a well-established and proven stature with the local community, suppliers and clients. We have continued to grow our expertise and experience with new products and methods, giving clients the greatest choice of quality and options to ensure their goals and expectations are met and exceeded. New benchmarks are constantly being set in the industry and with local production, and by refining and constantly improving our practices, Total Events consistently sets and surpasses these standards.

Adjusta

Australia’s leading provider of Adjustable Sleep Systems to suit the home, caravan’s or boats.

B&G

A Passion For Sailing.

B&G has been at the cutting edge of sailing innovation for 50 years. Whether you’re motivated by the thrill of your next race or a passion for cruising, our electronics are designed for you.

Our racing heritage gives us an unrivalled platform for developing new technology, which is put through its paces by the world’s best, in the most challenging conditions. You’ll find B&G powering Grand Prix victories and inspiring the adventures of cruising sailors.

Better Living Australia

At Better Living Australia, our whole team is so amazingly passionate about health and sleep that we want to shout it from the rooftops and give all our customers the chance to reinvent the way they sleep.

Coral Expeditions

Australia’s Pioneering Expedition Cruise Line. We have been operating for 40 years and always with the same purpose – To take likeminded people to beautiful remote destinations with our expert guidance and warm Australian hospitality.

3099 Jerky

All-natural, grass-fed beef jerky with bold flavour and perfect texture. Available in irresistible flavours like Salt & Vinegar and Garlic, a must-try for jerky lovers.

Novotel

Novotel Geelong is the region’s premier waterfront hotel, perfectly positioned on Geelong’s scenic bayfront in the heart of the CBD. Just a short drive from Avalon Airport and within easy reach of Melbourne, this award-winning destination offers exceptional accommodation for both corporate and leisure travellers. With 109 contemporary guest rooms, each featuring a private balcony and many with stunning water views, Novotel Geelong blends modern comfort with relaxed seaside charm, complemented by complimentary Wi-Fi, quality in-room amenities, and thoughtful service.

At the heart of the hotel is Tempo Kitchen & Bar, an acclaimed restaurant that celebrates Victoria’s vibrant local produce through a seafood and grill-inspired menu, making it a social hub for guests and locals alike. Novotel Geelong also caters to events of all kinds, offering flexible waterfront function spaces, expert planning teams, and tailored catering, whether it’s a business meeting, wedding or social celebration. With excellent facilities including a heated indoor pool, fitness centre, and family-friendly offerings, Novotel Geelong delivers warm hospitality and memorable experiences by the water.

PainPod

The PainPod is an advanced TENS/EMS machine that helps with pain relief and has been designed and developed here in Australia with approval by the TGA.

Power Equipment

Power Equipment is Australia’s trusted, family-owned supplier of world-leading diesel and electric engines, power technology and marine solutions. Representing an exclusive portfolio of global brands — including Yanmar, John Deere, Cox Marine, Smartgyro, ePropulsion, PSS Shaft Seals, Gori Propeller and Mase — we deliver the performance, reliability and innovation that keep Australia’s marine and industrial sectors moving.

Rippleside Pools

Rippleside Pools is a Geelong based swimming pool company specialising in premium Australian made fibreglass pools. We deliver a streamlined, end to end experience from design and approvals through to installation, working closely with trusted local suppliers and surveyors. Known for quality workmanship, clear communication, and refined pool designs, Rippleside Pools creates elegant, low maintenance pools that complement modern outdoor lifestyles and coastal living.

SailPro

SailPro is a Geelong-based sailing technology startup dedicated to making race management and on-water performance accessible to every sailor. Built for both club racers and elite competitors, SailPro provides tools such as live race tracking, countdown timers, digital compass, Time-to-Distance (LAT), RaceHub for race committees, SailoPedia, and full race-review capabilities—all from any iOS or Android device.

Geelong Taxi Network

Geelong Taxi Network provides a range of taxi services to Geelong and the surrounding Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula regions. Whether you’re travelling by yourself, with a group of friends, VIPs, or corporate team to or from a function, we can support you.

As an NDIS approved provider we offer transport to the aged, frail and disabled local community members. With a fleet of over 160 vehicles, including 28 accessible maxi taxi’s, we provide safe travel for passengers requiring wheelchair accessible transport. Our network of quality assured vehicles, and professional trained drivers will provide you the service you require.

Hail our Geelong taxis from the street, give us a call, book online or through our app — from VIP and corporate clients to the young and not so young, no matter who you are and how you reach out to us, you’ll be assured of high-quality care service and competitive fares.

Ultramatic

Ultramatic is an Australian-owned sleep health company, established in 2011, with a commitment to offering solutions to target the various issues associated with sleep health. Their innovative range of Adjustable Beds for home and travel have been designed and engineered to offer an unparalleled level of comfort, while supporting overall health and wellbeing while you sleep.

Through embracing innovation and the latest technology, Ultramatic prides itself on its unmatched quality in design and construction, making their Adjustable Beds a true ‘forever bed’ investment. Ultramatic is also one of the largest premium distributors of ResMed CPAP therapy products in Australia, including home and travel CPAP devices, in addition to a range of accessories such as batteries and chargers.

Ultramatic boasts a clear and simple mission; to provide innovative and superior sleep health solutions that will make a positive difference to its customer’s quality of sleep.

Victorian Hearing

As an independent Audiology clinic, Victorian Hearing is proud to offer a full range of audiological services for people with hearing loss. Our experienced audiologists are university trained and specialists in their field, ensuring that you receive the highest quality care and attention.

Our hearing services include free hearing services to eligible pensioners and DVA clients, hearing services to private clients, adults and children, hearing aid fittings, bone conduction and cochlear implant hearing services, hearing aid repairs, hearing aid maintenance, tinnitus management programs, balance and vestibular triage, APD testing, customised and instant fit ear protection, and assistive listening devices such as bed shakers, smoke detectors, phone, and TV support for people with hearing loss. Victorian Hearing is Australia’s number 1 Phonak Lyric authorised 100% invisible hearing aid provider.

We understand that ear health is important, which is why we offer services such as ear wax removal via micro-suction, full diagnostic hearing tests, hearing aid fitting and aural rehabilitation to ensure your hearing health is maintained.

Our team is 100% client focused, trusted and caring, and do not receive any commission on sales. This ensures that the recommendations you receive from our team are the best for your needs and your hearing well-being.

If you are looking for an audiologist in Australia, look no further than Victorian Hearing. Contact us today to schedule your hearing test and consultation and experience the difference that an independent audiology clinic can make.

Porsche Centre Melbourne

Porsche Centre Melbourne is Victoria’s largest and premier Porsche dealership, blending heritage with innovation to deliver an exceptional customer experience. As Australia’s only Porsche Classic Partner, we proudly celebrate the rich Porsche legacy while ensuring every Classic receives expert care. As an esteemed Exclusive Manufaktur Partner, we offer bespoke customisation options through personalised consultations and direct communication with specialists in Zuffenhausen. Guided by a philosophy of individuality, inspiration, and precision, we create Porsches without comparison. Our expert team is dedicated to delivering outstanding service and craftsmanship, creating unforgettable experiences for every Porsche owner and enthusiast.

Porsche Centre Melbourne is the Mayor Sponsor and prize for the RGYC Raising Sails Raffle, drawn at Festival of Sails 2026.

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