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Dehler 35 shakedown sail

We have recently had the pleasure of launching the new Dehler 35. She is an extremely well built boat with fine lines. The sailing speaks for itself - click here

Dragonfly 35 arrives in Pittwater

Our Dragonfly 35 Touring Swing Wing Trimaran has arrived in Pittwater and is now berthed at our marina in Bayview.  She was sailed down from the Gold Coast last week and handled a wide range of conditions with all the confidence you would expect of a boat with this pedigree.  The skipper says "I knew that these were amazing boats and I am even more impressed after this trip. She proved easily handled and performed exceptionally well in conditions ranging from 0-25 knots of wind from every direction and quite messy seas at times." 

The Dragonfly 35 has been well received in Australia. The Aussie dollar is strong and the factory is now offering incentives but this will not last. If you have been considering a Dragonfly 35 or Dragonfly 28 then it is a really good time to take a serious look and talk to us about your requirements.  Team Windcraft will have this yacht on Display at the Sydney International Boat Show from 29 July to 2 August.  Please pay us a visit or contact david@windcraft.com.au

Hanse 545 and 375 Sailing

The stunning Hanse 545 has just hit the water - check out her first shakedown sail at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7msh5880smw

See the new Hanse 375 being sailed on Pittwater in 20 knots by the Ebeling Family. It is childs play! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kh2HOxwwBV4

Team Windcraft Opens Sydney Office

Team Windcraft now has a permanent presence on Sydney Harbour. Representing the three major brands under the Windcraft banner, Hanse, Dehler and Moody yachts, as well as providing local support to the growing number of existing harbor based owners, Team Windcraft Sydney is seen as the logical way for Windcraft to continue to be a major force on the Australian yachting scene. Read the full story here.

Moody 41 Classic Under Sail

The whole Team at Windcraft has been excited by the latest arrival - the Moody 41 Classic. Clear blue skies and 10-20 knots of breeze presented ideal conditions for her first shakedown sail. To see some video please follow this link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NzH1Cuu7esE

Start Line begins with a Bang

Congratulations to Alun and Penny Black on their recent launch of a new Hanse 320. Having owned 8 sailing yachts over the years Alun and Penny are the first of several new owners to take advantage of the Hanse 320 start line offer. We look forward to seeing them out on the water.

Hanse Owners Rally Goes Ballistic!

37 yachts, a steady breeze, great company and spectacular scenery set the scene for the fourth annual Hanse Owners Rally on Saturday 27 March.
The Hanse 531 sailed two up by husband and wife team John and Sarah Ball, showed why a big boat doesn't need a big crew. See all the details under the events section of hansedownunder.com.au

CRISIS OVER - START LINE HERE
THE HANSE 320 START LINE

Be ready to Start sailing this summer on the best value 32ft yacht around - a HANSE 320 of course!
Realise your dream of a new HANSE now with Windcraft. We have created a strictly limited package for the successful Hanse 320, at the most sensational price.In cooperation with suppliers and partners, Windcraft has developed the START LINE, completely equipped and ready to sail including antifouling and delivery to all major Australian ports.

If you think the Hanse 320 Start Line should be your new sailing yacht, please call Windcraft now : 02 9979 1709
Further details available here and here

2010 Hanse Owners Rally

It's on again - Saturday March 27 is the date and Pittwater is the place. Register your interest by emailing allan@windcraft.com.au.
The focus of the day is fun and it is a great social event that has become a regular feature for our Hanse Owners. To read all about previous years events please click here.

Moody 41 Classic to set the Mood!

With her success at the recent South Hampton Boatshow, we couldn't help ourselves but to order one of these exquisite

yachts to have in time for Sydney International Boatshow. The yacht we have ordered will have teak laid decks and in

mast furling. Call now to lodge your interest

Dragonfly about to land

We will be receiving our latest excitement machine in time for Sanctuary Cove International Boatshow. This new trailerable Danish rocket ship has been a huge success in Europe with this seasons boatshow launch. Come and see it for yourself 20th - 23rd May 2010 at the Queensland Boatshow, then after at our marina in Bayview on Sydney's' Pittwater.

Hanse 545 Arriving soon

The very latest model from the Hanse factory in Germany is the new Hanse 545. We have one ordered and arriving in June this year. With the latest interior layout options including an espresso coffee machine and air conditioning, teak decks and a transom garage to accept a dinghy, this yacht will be another head turner when on display at the upcoming Sydney International Boatshow in July 2010.

Geelong Race Week 2010

This year the Hanse Flags will be flying off 4 starters at this years Geelong Race Week. After last years' excellent results with the Moody 45, Peter Hrones will be aboard a Hanse 350, and will be in fine company with 2 Hanse 400 s and a new Hanse 375 at the regatta. Watch this space for results!

New Model Hanse 375 now available to inspect

There are now 3 of these fresh new models available to see. Our dealers in Queensland will have one to demonstrate soon,

with our Victorian agent getting theirs now in time for the Melbourne Docklands Boatshow. We also have one at Bayview

now, with their happy owners keen to get her to the start line at RPAYC!

In She Goes!

A gorgeous new Hans 350 was launched today, the first of the Sydney Boatshow orders to arrive. This one will be sailed

out of the St Georges River! 

Sandringham Sailboat Show Back Again

After an absence for a few years, the Sandringham Sailboat Show was held again in the revamped and improved SYC. Our Victorian dealer Roger Poulter was happy to be in boatshow mode again as we love to impress the yachting public with our new range of Hanse Yachts. Roger commented "that many encouraging comments, especially about the light & airy feel to the boat & the unexpected amount of room & comfort. Saturday was rather hot & quite a few commented that the Hanse was by far the coolest boat in the show, one lady counted the opening windows at 14 on the 400" Hanse have always believed that showing off our yachts is a joy and will continue to support the SYC at future boatshows.

Hamilton Island - The best job in the world!

This year saw a total of 6 Hanse yachts at this spectacular regatta. For the crew at Windcraft, this was a tour of duty, a week away working - thus, the best job in the world. Peter Hrones compiled a special crew to race the company Moody 45 DS together with Col Thomas, our Queensland agent from Mooloolbah. Bob Vinks was a crew member aboard the latest Hanse 540 'One O Nine' in the big boat division. Although the race week was held in a variety of light conditions, everyone had a ball. To read more about these 2 yachts' adventures, please click the following link for the Hanse 540 Blog http://hanse109.blogspot.com/ and http://www.hansedownunder.com.au/forum/read.php?12,146 for the Moody 45.

The tide has turned - Success from Sydney Boatshow

Confidence within the boating industry has improved significantly with increased buying activity. Windcraft has also been successful with a total of 11 new yacht orders taken as a direct result from the Sydney Boatshow. With a steady procession of new yachts arriving around Christmas, keep an eye out for more sparkling new yachts to hit the waters!

A Whale of a Time 

Here at Windcraft we get to see some amazing sites out on the water and from photos sent to us by owners. The link below is to one of the best photos we have ever seen.

The sites some people see from on board a Hanse can be seen at http://www.hansedownunder.com.au/html_pages/index.php?page=forum_whale.inc

Thanks to Rod Weir for sending us this photo.

Hanse Yachts Buys Out Dehler

News of Hanse Yachts successful bid for the well known but insolvent Dehler brand, is a firm indication of Hanse's increasingly strong position in the yacht manufacturing world.

More details later this year.

2009 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show

Strong winds, big seas and pouring rain were not enough to stop the Windcraft Team from turning up at the 2009 Sanctuary Cove Boat Show. The wild weather delayed the start of the show by a day, but the Windcraft Team were there and ready to go.

With calmer weather and clear skies on Friday the show got underway. Compared to previous years the number of boats on display was much smaller, but Windcraft had the Hanse 400, Hanse 350, Moody 45 DS, Fjord 40 Cruiser and Dragonfly 920 trimaran on display.

The Fjord Cruiser displayed for the first time in Queensland attracted a lot of attention. The Dragonfly 920 has been sold and will live in Brisbane, and the Moody 45 was a definite hit. The Moody is currently sailing up the coast of Queensland, with Windcraft owner Peter Hrones and family on board. The ever popular Hanse range again attracted a lot of interest and several orders are expected to be confirmed in the coming weeks.

It is only a couple of months to the Sydney Boat Show where Windcraft will again have a wide range of boats on display. We hope to see you there!

Some photos from Sanctuary Cove can be seen at http://www.hansedownunder.com.au/html_pages/index.php?page=forum_Sanc2009.inc

2009 OWNERS RALLY

Saturday March 28 March saw clear skies greet a fleet of 34 Hanse Yachts, who for the third year in a row have participated in the annual "Hanse Owners Rally" which is sailed among the clear water and spectacular scenery of Pittwater.

From year to year the number of participants have grown. The 2009 Rally saw 34 yachts participate and 150 enjoy food, wine and entertainment back at the Royal Motor Yacht Club.

Windcraft Principal Peter Hrones said, "I've come to realize that our owners not only buy the Hanse Yachts for their stylish looks and sailing performance, but for the lifestyle and opportunities that ownership of a Hanse Yacht brings."

The day saw light winds for the first race which was followed by a lunch at the picturesque and aptly named Hungry Beach. A north easterly breeze filled in for the second race which ensured a lively sail for all and made for a magnificent sight as the 34 yachts sailed back down Pittwater.

As dinner was served at RMYC, the drinks were served and the music played. The most common question asked was "Where to next?!".... 

Make sure you mark Saturday 27 March 2010 on your sailing calendar now!

To view photos of the event please click here or see some video here and more video here

Latest Hanse 540 hand over

Rob Salteri and his family took delivery of their new Hanse 540e last week, finalising an exciting dream that started at the Sydney Boatshow. Rob who started his sailing at Northbridge Sailing Club in Flying Ants, Cherubs then 18ft skiffs and later sailing on 12 metre America Cup Yachts, admitted to his friends and family that this was a dream come true and is now looking forward to sailing his new yacht to the Whitsundays and competing in the upcoming Hamilton Island Race Week. Named 'Nine O One', Rob plans to leave his new yacht at Bayview and to cruise and compete locally.