The Tasmanian replica tall ship, based on a 1800s ship pivotal to Hobart's colonial settlement, set sail with an all-female crew to celebrate this weekend's International Women's Day.

Sailing in Portland is accessible to all, from racing in regattas to cruising the Columbia and Willamette rivers.

A row has broken out ahead of this year's Boat Race after three Cambridge University rowers were barred from competing in the iconic event because they are not taking degrees.