WWSA is dedicated to connecting women on the water. Support, friendship, advice and a sense of belonging are what we aim to provide to our fabulous members.
Our group is made up of diverse women, with diverse interests, backgrounds and circumstances, but we are united in our love of the ocean, boating, travelling and supporting each other through the ups and downs of an unconventional life.
A safe anchorage in a rare northerly? Somewhere to wait out a boisterous southerly? An affordable marina with access to laundry facilities? Somewhere to leave the tender while provisioning or chasing a boat part?
A dog-friendly beach or park to stretch Fido’s legs? Or just a coffee and cake chat with someone who also understands the boating life - it's joys and it's challenges . We catch up with old friends and make new ones... but they don’t feel new for very long, the WWSA connection instantly makes new friends feel like old friends.
Our group is a space to ask all your sailing questions, to provide your wisdom and experience to help others, and to make the boating life a better place for all women on boats.
Our annual 'conference' for women on boats, the 2025 Gathering on the Bay (GOTB) will be held from March 28-30th at Nelson Bay, Port Stephens. See the GOTB link above for details.
GOTB2 & WWSA donation to Marine Rescue Port Stephens
Lisa Blair and Meg Wright
Shelley and Justine at GOTB4
Jessica Watson, Linda Frylink Anderson, Kristi Foster, Lisa Blair at first annual WWSA Gathering on the Bay 2016
WWSA Member Christine Hunter at NCYC regatta
WWSA Whitsunday meet up 2019
WWSA birthday cake made by member Justine Porter
WWSA member Christine Hunter competing in SheSails Regatta at NCYC
WWSA member Emily
WWSA Port Stephens meet up 2020
WWSA Cairns get together at Bluewater March 2020
Three WWSA members catch up on the other side of the world - Greek Island of Samos June 2019
Burgee flying proudly on Eucalyptus in La Rochelle May 2019 Jill de Vos and Shelley Beer
WWSA members Jill de Vos and Shelley Beer
WWSA at the Cairns Cruising Yacht Squadron
WWSA get together Cairns with social distancing June 2020
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
WWSA members out on the water
Amy Alton, Out Chasing Stars speaking at GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
GOTB Port Stephens 2019
A treasure trove to sail into whenever wisdom, support, friendship, fun and mutual understanding are needed.
The camaraderie has been inspiring. This group is a huge font of knowledge and support but also, everyone here is prepared to share without judgement or egos. I don’t feel intimidated to contribute or ask questions.
As an American here in Australia halfway thru a circumnavigation, this group has been key for me and my husband to meet others as we travel in your country. Love being part of the group!
Awesome group of kind, generous and knowledgeable sailors.
Such a positive experience being welcomed into this group and then meeting some of the fabulous members in real life.
I’ve had some steep learning curves & they’ve been made possible with the support of WWSA.
Women building each other up .
This group for me is the best confidence boost! You feel empowered to have a go in any circumstance thanks to the awesome support! And no judgement ever. Love it!
Women mentoring women.
The WWSA is not just a social network, it’s my “go-to” brains trust for all things boating, sailing and cruising!
Never on your own out here with friends only a click away.