Dinah Beach Cruising Yacht Association

Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race

In addition to our local races, DBCYA runs the DBCYA Darwin to Ambon Yacht Race each July.

The event dates back to the late 70s when a chance visit to the Spice Islands by a Darwin radio technician led to its establishment.

The 600 mile race between Darwin and Ambon went on to attract around 100 entrants during its glory days in the 1990s.

CYANT ran the event from 1976 until 1998 when it was suspended for safety and security reasons.

For more information on the race and how to enter visit www.darwinambonrace.com.au

Dinah Beach Cruising Yacht Association
Frances Bay Drive, Darwin

Situated on the banks of Sadgroves Creek just 1km from Darwin CBD, DBCYA is a unique and friendly club. From humble beginnings in 1982, the club now boasts a membership of over 1000 and offers excellent facilities to both local yacht owners and visiting boats. See Darwin Harbour Map

Our 9 race wet season series now has 5 divisions to satisfy an increasing number of yachts that wish to take part in the excitement of racing on Darwin Harbour during a wet season tropical storm! 60 boats entered into the 2006/2007 series.

Each year, the wet season series ends with a spectacular presentation night. Committee members, staff and volunteers put on an event guaranteed to provide a memorable hangover.

Throughout the year, the club offers a wide range of land based entertainment. Live music, quiz nights, theme occasions and auctions to name a few. Our New Years Eve party has become an institution on the Darwin social calendar. Email dbcya@iinet.net.au with any enquiries.


February Gigs		BADGE DRAW & RAFFLES Every Wednesday from 6pm. Currently over $900. Must be there to collect. DBCYA Dress Regulations: Neat casual attire. Shirts/Singlets must be worn in the licenced area. No bare chests please Dinah Beach embroidered Tshirts and Singlets $20 (available at the bar)
Wed 1st	Leah Flanagan live from 7pm. Very popular local diva performs with partner Tom Jones on double bass.
Fri 3rd	Friday acoustic open mike session with Matt Lawless. An opportunity for pro,s & amateurs to have a go at playing live.
Sun 5th	Wet season Race 5 presentation from 6pm
Wed 8th	Leah Flanaghan returns for her last show in Darwin before jetting off to parts unknown on yet another musical adventure 7pm
Fri 10th	Friday acoustic open mike session with Matt Lawless from 6pm. All Welcome
Sun 12th	Brooke Barnett (BB Queen) Stunning female vocals, a mix of reworked classics & original tunes from 6pm
Wed 15th	Reggae Dave 'n' Jk playing all your favourite reggae & funk hits. Very Kroooozie perennial favourites from 7pm
Fri 17th	Acoustic open Mike session 6pm with Matthew Lawless
Sun 19th	Wet Season Race 6 presentation from 6pm
Wed 22nd	Mark Hilton & the Two Few return to Dinah with their unique countryish bluesy original music 7pm
Fri 24th	Acoustic open Mike session 6pm with Matt Lawless
Sun 26th	Reggae Dave ‘n’ Jk 6pm
Wed 29th	Tracey Bunn playing her delightful funky country original tunes 7pm