Making Waves Blog
The Making Waves Foundation is thrilled to announce the successful completion of the 23rd campaign in the legendary Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.
On Saturday 20 September, Making Waves Foundation was awarded the Sport Promotion Award.
Making Waves Foundation’s Wright of Passage program has been awarded Inclusion Program of the Year at the 2025 Victorian Sailing Awards.
Program Manager Matt Smyth went live on air with ABC Newcastle to discuss the launch of the Wright of Passage program in Newcastle and the inspiring Off the Jig event held at the Ian & Shirely Norman Foundation.
Making Waves Foundation proudly hosted two special Winds of Joy sailing programs in Newcastle, designed to empower and inspire young women.
Nicky is a superstar volunteer, always bringing good vibes and showing our participants that having a disability doesn’t define you.
Our dedicated volunteers are the heart and soul of our organization. They bring our programs to life, driving each sail and providing unique, inclusive and unforgettable opportunities for youth living with disability or experiencing disadvantage.
The Festival of Sails 2025 was a success for Making Waves, showcasing our mission of inclusivity through events like the Passage Race and the SheSails Breakfast.
Making Waves returns to Hobart, showcasing Wright of Passage at the Australian Wooden Boat Festival and offering Winds of Joy sails to local schools.