The Australian Powerboat Racing Association is the recognised governing body for the sport in Australia. The APBA is affiliated with the Union Internationale Motornautique (UIM) which is the world body. In Australia the APBA consists of a National body and is supported by State Councils. All state councils are represented on the national body. 

The primary purpose of the APBA is to administer the sport on behalf of all members, develop and maintain the Racing Rules, and provide guidance to the state councils.

The VICAPBA is recognised as the peak body of the sport by the Victorian Government. The  Council is a committee of elected representatives responsible for the administration of racing in Victoria. it represents the various forms of powerboat racing, Inboard, Outboard, Hydroplane, Offshore and Drags. All official Clubs are represented on this committee by a nominated spokesperson. The Victorian clubs run events Sanctioned by the national body, and covered by the national insurance policy. Race with the official sanctioned association. 

There are several Affiliated powerboat racing clubs in Victoria. They each represent members and competitors and hosts racing events throughout the season. All Sanctioned clubs are registered sporting associations and bound by the relevant consumer laws including member protection. Events hosted by these Member clubs are the only races Sanctioned by the Governing body and are run to a very high standard, particularly in relation to safety of competitors.   

Check out the race calender below to find out when the next event is being held in Victoria.