2012 - Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron

RMYS News ‐ 2012 4 January 2012 RMYS yachts take out the prizes in the ORCV racing ‐ 57560 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 4 January 2012 Congratulations to all RMYS yachts competing in the Boxing Day Dash, East Coaster and West Coaster races, the results kept RMYS to the front of the fleet. As Line Honours winner of the Melbourne to Launceston race, John Hall and his crew (Arch Rival) were amongst the stars of the newspaper and web based sports pages over the New Year period. Starting from Portsea on 27 December, Arch Rival finished the race to Launceston in an elapsed time of 1 day 3 hours 34 minutes. The 2nd RMYS representative in the race to Launceston, Graeme Davis and his crew in Deliverance, were about 7 hours behind in a close fleet finish. The yacht Adddiction (Peter Davison, Richard McGarvie and crew) flew the RMYS banner in the West Coaster race from Melbourne to Hobart, finishing 4th on the line, 4th in AMS and Performance divisions and 3rd overall. A fabulous result and more silverware for Peter, Richard and their very experienced ocean racing crew. The Squadron was represented in the East Coaster race from Melbourne to Hobart by Michael Culhane and crew ( Weekend Option ) and Jo Norbury/Bill Trueman and crew (Chikara Outlaw). Any RMYS member watching the race on the ORCV Web Tracker would have been holding their breath, as after 2 days of racing, Michael and his crew were leading in 2 of the 3 handicap divisions. Michael and his crew ultimately finished 2nd in both the AMS and PHS divisions, a fabulous result. Jo and Bill, both very experienced Ocean Racers, finished top 4 on the Line and a very credible 7th in the AMS Division. RMYS had a strong representation in the Boxing Day Dash from Port Melbourne to Blairgowrie. The strong southerly conditions made sailing lumpy, cold and uncomfortable for many with a great effort demonstrated by many of our smaller boats just to persist to the finish line. A special mention to Jungle Juice (Janet Dean , Dave Hart and crew) Arch Rival ( John Hall and crew ) and Portofino (Stuart Tait, Greg Marino and crew) finsing 7th, 8th and 9th respectively in AMS 1 Division. Dekadence (Ken Simpson and crew) was 5th boat across the Line finishing 9th in IRC Division 1 with Jungle Juice in 12th and Arch Rival 13th. Our division 2 boats were well represented by Mrs Overnewton (Les Norton and crew) and Remedy (Russell Hibbert, Brian Burggraaf), which competed “ 2 up .“ Another highly successful off‐shore Summer racing season for RMYS boats; congratulations to all the owners, skippers, navigators and crew. Arch Rival M2L 2011 Deliverance M2L 2011 Weekend Option M2H 2011 Chikara Outlaw M2H 2011 Addiction M2H 2011 5 January 2012 Squadron yachts excel in the 2011 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race ‐ 57554 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 5 January 2012 Congratulations to Andrew Lawrence (Jazz Player), and Tony Warren (Kiss Goodbye to MS) locally known as Beyond Outrageous and their respective crews on successfully completing the 'bluewater classic'. Congratulations to Andrew Lawrence and crew (Jazz Player) and Tony Warren and crew (Kiss Goodbye to MS) for competing in and successfully completing the 2011 Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race. The 2011 race covering over 630 nautical miles (approximately 1170 km) started on 26 December, with both RMYS yachts finishing in time for the New Year celebrations at Constitution Dock. Jazz Player (Andrew Lawrence) completed in 4 days 2 hours 24 minutes, finishing 41st in the IRC division and 18th in ORCi division. Tony Warren and his team in Kiss Goodbye to MS took 4 days 4 hours 24 minutes to complete, finishing 46th in the IRC Division and 16th in ORCi division. In a year when strong southerly conditions took a toll on crew, rigs, sails and equipment, to finish the race with such credible times was a fabulous effort, maintaining the strong reputation of RMYS yachts and crew in offshore racing. Special mention must go to RMYS member Barney Walker, Barney competed in his 25th S2H race onboard Calm from SYC. Congratulations Barney!! For Matt Setton from Jazz Player it was his 5th S2H race, if he competes for another 20 years straight, he will beat Barneys record at the same age. Matt (rumoured to be the "Best foredeckie on Port Phillip") was 19 years old when he competed in his 1st S2H onboard Midnight Rambler (the old Farr 40 lOR), with Dennis Milikan in 2003...way to go Matt!!! Jazz Player Jazz Player & Crew arrive in Hobart KG2MS Crew KG2MS on transit to Hobart KG2MS crossing the finish line We look forward to catching up with Andrew, Tony and crew and to hearing their stories of the 2011 blue water event. Other Links Beyond Outrageous website (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) The Stonehaven Cup competitors have arrived at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron! ‐ 57563 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 5 January 2012 The Stonehaven Cup Regatta for junior sailors started competition at RMYS on 4th January 2012. The Stonehaven is for competitors aged 8 years to 18 years and is in its 83rd year. Spectators and supporters encouraged to attend. Stonehaven Cup 2012 Results We are delighted that RMYS is host once again to The Stonehaven Cup Regatta for junior sailors. The RMYS team of 3 boats helmed by RMYS Cadet Captain Stephen Everton, Liam McLachlan and Leroy Addison is competing against crews from King Island Boat Club, Royal Brighton Yacht Club, Bendigo Yacht Club and Cairn Curran Sailing Club. The current title holder is King Island Boat Club. The Regatta is comprised of 2 Invitation Races and 7 heats, concluding on Monday 9 January. Racing is scheduled to start at 0955 hours each day. A comprehensive catering and social program led by volunteer Kate Spink and her team keep the competitors and their supporters well looked after. For the adults keen to give the Cadet dinghies a go, a series of 3 Open Races will be held on Tuesday 10 January. Entry is encouraged and open to all. Choose your own crew but at least 1 junior required. RMYS
Club Captain Andy Doolan will be competing in the RMYS vintage dinghy “ VENOM . “ We welcome the Stonehaven crews from King Island, Royal Brighton, Bendigo and Cairn Curran, their families, supporters, team and club officials. All RMYS members are encouraged to drop into RMYS over the next week to support the RMYS team All enquiries to RMYS Club Captain Andy Doolan on 0419 889 169 Peter Dawson General manager of RMYS on 9534 0227 or to racing@rmys.com.au New Members Night ‐ Friday 11th January ‐ 57689 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 5 January 2013 Come along for this very social night to welcome the new members, have dinner and maybe sign up some new crew for Saturday! The night gets full quickly so if you would like to have dinner please book by calling 9534 0227. 7 January 2012 UPDATE ‐ Cruise to Westernport ‐ March Long Weekend 10 ‐12th ‐ 57813 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 7 January 2012 The cruise to Westernport is no longer being hosted by HMAS Cerberus. Instead a seafood night on saturday is planned at Flinders Yacht Club. Watch this space for exciting details! (By next week) Contact Peter Dawson manager@rmys.com.au to register your interest. 11 January 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 57559 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 11 January 2012 Last night's twilight race was cancelled due to the poor weather conditions, at one stage the wind registered 66knts in St Kilda and didnt abate as predicted. For the 83rd Stonehaven Cup Results please click on the links ‐ Congratulations to RMYS Boats Catani, OAM & Molly G. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results 83rd Stonehaven Cup Results Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Tonight's Race is Cancelled ‐ Wednesday 11th January ‐ 57664 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 11 January 2012 Apologies for the late call, but the forecast was for it to abate, and it appears to be reluctant to do so. Sailing cancelled tonight.... After holding off for the week so as to allow us to get a full Stonehaven Regatta in, the winds appear not to be abating (at this stage of the day in any case)... Please join us for dinner and see if the RO has made the right call? Michael Neumann from Downunder Marine is checking all boats every hour, so far all is secure. Michael will contact you if the need arises. Alistair Hart Race Officer First Friday of the Month Lunch ‐ Friday 3rd February 12 noon til late‐ 57687 Chef 'Smokey Dawson' at work! Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 11 January 2012 Bring your work mates down and show them your club over an informal lunch at only $20 bucks a head (includes Porterhouse Steak & salads). Cooked on the deck and served in the Olympic Room. RMYS Member Wayne Power will speak about his adventures and experiences on board commercial cargo boats in the oceans around the world. Wayne is a great orator and story teller, well worth coming along to hear and enjoy his adventures without the cost and pain! Make up a table and book early. Call Jan on 9534 0227 or email jan@rmys.com.au to make your reservation. 12 January 2012 Cadets compete for the 83rd Stonehaven Cup ‐ 57682 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 12 January 2012 Congratulations to all sailors who competed in the Stonehaven Cup for 2012. 1st Dorothy Linacre ‐ RBYC 2nd Cry Havoc ‐ RBYC 3rd Aussie 11 ‐ KIBC 4th Catani ‐ RMYS Read below for the complete story by Amy Livingstone This year, the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS) had the honour of hosting the 83rd Stonehaven Cup Regatta. The Stonehaven Cup, which began in 1927, is a 12 foot dinghy race for cadet sailors aged eight to 18 years. Comprising of two invitation races and seven heats, the Stonehaven is the longest continuously contested junior one‐design dinghy trophy in Australian yachting. Three teams from RMYS – helmed by RMYS Cadet Captain Stephen Everton, Liam McLachlan and Leroy Addison – competed against crews from the Royal Brighton Yacht Club (RBYC), the King Island Boat Club (KIBC), Cairn Curran Sailing Club (CCSC) and the Bendigo Yacht Club (BYC). 2012 Stonehaven Cup Winners ‐ Dorothy Linacre crew from RBYC Left to Right ‐ Joe Hennessy (Mainhand), Angus Roney (Skipper) & Rebekah Raven (Forehand) The regatta officially kicked off on Wednesday, January 4th however severe weather conditions meant the invitation races had to be moved to Thursday, January 5th. Dorothy Linacre, with RBYC skipper Angus Roney at the helm, took first line honours in the invitation races. His twin Nick Roney, who was captain of Cry Havoc, came in second. The first of the seven heats (which was won by Dorothy Linacre) was held on Thursday afternoon. Another three heats took place on Friday. Saturday was a reserve day so there was no sailing. Poor wind Sunday morning meant the races had to be postponed until after lunch. The cadets were able to get one race in before a cross‐wind measuring 35 knots brought the day to a premature close. The final two heats of the series were held on Monday, January 9th. An awards dinner was held for the cadets on Tuesday evening. Dorothy Linacre was declared the overall winner with a score of 7.0. Cry Havoc came in second with 17 points closely followed by Aussie 11 – which was helmed by Jye Whitehouse‐Summers from KIBC – in third on 18 points. Leroy Addison from RMYS and the rest of the team who sailed on Catani finished fourth in the series. Despite problems with the weather, the 83rd Stonehaven Cup was ultimately successful. Congratulations to all the cadets who competed in the series this year and we hope to see you all at next year’s Regatta in Adelaide. A special mention must go to all of the volunteers, on the water and behind the scenes ‐ without you this event wouldn't be possible. 83rd Stonehaven Cup Competitors All Stonehaven Cup Results 186 Dorothy Linacre 187 Cry Havoc 162 Aussie 11 174 Catani 183 John Akhurst 171 Mach 111 165 Savannah 163 Mayfly 11 182 Jock Sturrock 167 Emma 179 Jack G 169 OAM 160 Molly G 175 John Neilsen Under Spinnaker Rough Conditions Racing for the Stonehaven Cup 2012 13 January 2012 Marina news, meet the new General Manager and complimentary drinks at the RMYS General Members Meeting tonight ‐ 57702 Friday, 13 January 2012 We have been busy and all RMYS members are encouraged to attend the Squadron at 1900 hours tonight to hear about the developments on the Marina, staffing changes and Membership offers. We have conducted Regattas, competed in Regattas and been invited to Regattas in New York. For Social members wanting to get into sailing, a $50.00 upgrade will be unveiled. Meet Rod Austin the new General Manager and learn of the tender process for the Marina project. All followed by complimentary drinks at the Bar, after the meeting. Your General Committee look forward to seeing you tonight, in the Harbour Room at 1900 hours. Other Links Agenda
15 January 2012 New Sailing Administrator and qualified Race Officer to be appointed at RMYS ‐ 57840 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 15 January 2012 With the decision of incumbent Tim Wagland to accept an alternative opportunity and leave RMYS, the Squadron has reconfigured the Sailing Administrator role and is now actively seeking both a Sailing Administrator and, in addition, a qualified Race Officer. It’s been one of the busiest January’s I can remember at RMYS. In addition to running the Stonehaven Regatta, appointing a new General Manager and responding to new Marina enquiries, we are ramping up the Sailing Department and are now actively on the hunt for both a Sailing Administrator and a qualified Race Officer. Advertising for the Administrator position will start within a week and the Race Officer position shortly thereafter. It is anticipated that the Sailing Administrator will have responsibility for the office administration of all the sailing events at RMYS, racing, cruising, Junior programs, regattas, corporate events. The role includes the preparation of race or cruise documents, checks on insurance and boat eligibility, preparation of volunteer rosters and co‐ordination of significant sailing events. To compliment the administration role, we are creating a new position of “RMYS Race Officer “. It is anticipated that the Race Officer will be fully qualified and will be responsible for the on‐water conduct of selected events for the Club. His or her skills should be top‐notch with recognition in the sailing community. We are disappointed to lose Tim who had become an important part of the team at RMYS. However we are excited about the opportunity to reconfigure the position, introduce new ideas and additional support for our increasingly busy sailing management team. If you know the “right“ person for either position, please pass the message on. We want to meet them. All enquiries to Andy Doolan (Club Captain) and Peter Dawson (RMYS Manager) Linda Goldsmith Commodore RMYS 16 January 2012 RMYS welcomes Rod Austin, our new General Manager ‐ 57839 Jan Fielding, Monday, 16 January 2012 The Squadron's current General Manager, Peter Dawson, has given RMYS notice that he intends to retire in July 2012. We are delighted that Rod Austin has accepted our offer of employment to succeed Peter as General Manager. Rod has a lengthy background in hospitality, business development and Yacht Club management. In the late 90’s, Rod was the CEO of Youth Hostels Association in Queensland and Northern Territory and CEO of VIP Backpackers Resorts International Pty Ltd. In 2001 Rod returned to Victoria, where from 2001 to 2006 he was the General Manager of the Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club. Rod was responsible for the development of the new Sorrento Clubhouse, sponsorship programs and membership programs. From Sorrento, Rod moved to Yachting Victoria and was the co‐ordinator for the International Sail Melbourne Regatta, conducting 5 Olympic Class World Championships and International Class events. Beyond Sail Melbourne, Rod stayed with Yachting Victoria and was the start‐up‐manager for The Boatshed at Albert Park, instrumental in the creation of The Tackers Sail Training program and subsequently appointed the Victorian Junior Sail Training Centre. Rod is the Secretary of the Victorian Optimist Association and actively involved in junior sport with his family. Rod will be at RMYS on Friday 3rd February to attend the monthly Friday lunch and meet members prior to commencing employment on Monday 6th February 2012. Rod will have a generous hand‐over period with Peter Dawson. Over that time, Rod will also act on an interim basis as “Marina Manager“ assisting the RMYS committees with the tender process and regulatory requirements for the floating marina. Peter Dawson will remain responsible for marketing and sales of the pens in the new Marina. We encourage all members to introduce themselves to Rod, join us for lunch on Friday 3rd February or drop in and say “hello“ from 6th February. And, of course, stay tuned for announcements in respect to Peter’s farewell parties! Linda Goldsmith Commodore RMYS 17 January 2012 Amendment No. 1 to the Summer NOR 2012 ‐ January 21st ‐ 57838 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 17 January 2012 Click on the link for Amendment No.1 Other Links 2012 Summer NOR Amdendment No.1
19 January 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 57842 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 19 January 2012 The first club races of 2012 have been held ‐ the twilight race last night in similar windy, wet conditions as we had for the first half of the season and Saturday's race in standard summer conditions. Congratulations to Mood Indigo and Espresso on their participation in the S80 State Championships. Good luck to all boats competing in Festival of Sails over the Australia Day weekend, including Arch Rival, Gienah & Take Five who are representing RMYS in the team event. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Saturday Winners ‐ 14th January Saturday’s race was held in conjunction with RYCV Commodore’s Cup – two short laid‐course races. Congratulations to S197 Take Five Third on performance handicap and S191 Salamander III – first on IRC and third on AMS. Full results of these races are at: http://www.rycv.asn.au/results/index.asp S80 State Championships ‐ 13th to 15th January Congratulations to Mood Indigo and Espresso on their participation in this event held by HBYC over three days 13th to 15th January. Full results of these races are at: http://www.s80.org/Services/Services.asp?Ref=9459 Troubleshooters ‐ LA Nangle Twilight Series ‐ Wednesday 18th January Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd Slice of Heaven Ellipse Astarte Lion Nathan ‐ Terry Hill AMS Trophy ‐ Wednesday 18th January Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd Portofino Addiction Remedy Horizon Sails ‐ Twilight Spinnaker Series 11 ‐ Wednesday 18th January Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd Matador Eureka Vagrant Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 23 January 2012 Dennis Conner International Yacht Club Challenge ‐ August 2012 New York Harbour ‐ 57958 Jan Fielding, Monday, 23 January 2012 Manhattan Sailing Club, celebrating it's Silver Jubilee, has invited RMYS to enter a crew in the 5th edition of the Regatta held on New York Harbour Manhattan on one side, Statue of Liberty on the other. Consisting of 2 Practice races and 8 regatta races over 3 days in J24’s provided by the Club. Races will be on short courses in New York Harbour, near the Statue of Liberty. The Regatta is accompanied by a fabulous social program including Opening Ceremony, dinners at the Floating Club House (that’s right, the Club House floats!) and Champagne rides to the Statue of Liberty. Full details, plus a Registration of Interest Form are available from the RMYS Office. Linda Goldsmith Commodore RMYS Other Links More Information
(Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) 24 January 2012 Agar Wynne SI's ‐ Sunday 29th January ‐ 57932 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 24 January 2012 Click on the link for the Agar Wynne SI's ‐ Race back from Geelong to RMYS. Start Time 1030hrs. Other Links Agar Wynne 2012 SI's
Agar Wynne Summer 2012 NOR Amendment No. 2 ‐ 57948 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 24 January 2012 Please click on the link for Amendment No. 2 relating to the Agar Wynne Race from Geelong to RMYS. Other Links 2012 Summer NOR Amendment No.2
25 January 2012 Members Bar Operating Hours for Australia Day ‐ 26th January ‐ 57968 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 25 January 2012 Due to the penalty rates and lack of labour availability the Members Bar will open from 12 noon not 0730 as proposed. Ice ‐ available from the Ice cabinet. Record your name & quantity of bags taken on the 'honesty' sheet and your account will be invoiced asap. 27 January 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 58004 Jan Fielding, Friday, 27 January 2012 Festival of Sails and the Austraila Day weekend are all over and we are back to Club Racing. The Agar Wynne Trophy (return race from Geelong) was sailed on 29 January. Last night a twilight was held in what seems to be standard Wednesday evening conditions good wind and choppy seas. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Festival of Sails Results Results: Agar Wynne Trophy 1st S1902 Seaya 2nd AUS61 Tigris 3rd S6 Bushido Wednesday 01 February Race 3 LA Nangle Pursuit Race 1st S25 Dalliance 2nd S349 White Swan 3rd S228 Kabaret Best Start: S197 Take Five Terry Hill Measurement Trophy Race 3 1st S43 Portofino 2nd S262 Remedy 3rd S197 Take Five Spinnaker Twilight Race 3 1st S292 Jungle Juice 2nd S47 Mrs Overnewton 3rd S45 Eureka Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 28 January 2012 Gatorade Triathlon ‐ Road Closure ‐ Sunday 19th February ‐ 58285 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 28 January 2012 Please find attached a notification informing you about the Gatorade Triathlon Series ‐ Race 5 at Elwood Beach Reserve, Elwood, and the ROAD CLOSURES that will be in place on Sunday 19th February 2012. Other Links Gatorade Triathlon Information
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29 January 2012 St Kilda Festival ‐ Sunday 12th February ‐ 57849 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 29 January 2012 Please click on the links below for all details concerning the road closures during the St Kilda Festival. Access to RMYS by car will be impossible without a car pass. Other Links Road Closure Notification
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30 January 2012 Junior TACKERS courses start this weekend at RMYS ‐ spaces still available ‐ 58165 Go Sailing Day Leigh Brennan‐Smith, Training office RMYS, Monday, 30 January 2012 Come and try the new TACKERS junior sailing program for kids at RMYS in 2012. Term 1 courses start Sunday 5 th Feb, 2012 with spaces available. The Royal Melbourne Sailing Academy will be starting Term 1 TACKERS sailing classes for 6 to 12 year starting on Sunday 5th February in both the morning and afternoon. Many of our 2011 TACKERS students will be returning and moving up the TACKERS ladder into TACKERS 2 or TACKERS 3. Some spaces are still available. It's loads of fun and if you would like to send along a child or grandchild please contact Leigh Brennan‐
Smith in the Training office on 9534 0059 (direct) or 0412 196301 email: training@rmys.com.au. 31 January 2012 On Deal for an Eternity: Addiction's 2012 Hobart to Melbourne Delivery ‐ 58283 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 31 January 2012 For a decent span of years on the trot the 3rd of January has been a big day in the sailing calendar of the good ship Addiction because, like clockwork, that is the day her return delivery to Melbourne begins. With the ORCV Westcoaster and all the fun and games of festive Hobart behind us we bade our farewells, hoisted sails and slipped down the Derwent ready to relax into a leisurely cruise home. This year we had a crew of six which was great for the lack of crowding downstairs and when rolling shifts at sea we would always have a comfy quarterberth to rest in. Of regulars there was PJ Davison, Ian Lyall and yours truly; Westcoaster crew mate Will Hammond came along too and there was also a couple of RMYS friends in Erin Grealy and Manoj Silvapulle. It was a good bunch to look forward to spending a holiday adventure with. We stayed overnight at Port Arthur but were greeted there with news that a nasty front before a deepish low was on the way from the south west. In the morning we watched Tevake II and Bandit release their moorings and slip away after very discouraging weather forecasts and frightening weather telemetry had already come through. We stayed by the pier and waited. When the edge of the front arrived it ripped through the well protected waters beneath the Port Arthur ruins. Addiction’s rigging quivered and howled and the surface of the water was whipped up into smoke. The bow and stern lines and springs strained and the boat heeled over 20 degrees or more. The best of it was 55 knots. It was a good decision to stay put. When the breeze had eased somewhat PJ made the call to get moving. Out in the reach of Port Arthur leading to Storm Bay it was clear to Ian and me that it was blowing a good 30 knots outside. It was a battle to get the main up owing to the buffeting of savage bullets and in the process it was discovered that we (actually, I) had threaded the reefing lines incorrectly. We went in again to briefly take a mooring so we could better prepare ourselves and took off into it again. It was by now patently clear we were bound for a dunking so our ocean new chums Erin and Manoj were advised to button down their wet weather gear; Will donned cotton shorts and a T‐shirt. We had the four up and the main cinched down to the second reef. And then we were out in Storm Bay heading into the teeth of a roaring sou'westerly and 4+ m swell, thankfully skies were sunny. The reality of it was wind blowing 35 to 40, maxing at 42 knots. Albatross were loving it. For us it was definitely time for the third reef. The course to clear Tasman Island was a close reach about twenty degrees off close hauled, too hard to steer so we went close hauled with a plan to bear away later. It was a wild ride. Ordinarily sitting on the rail you might need to turn your head to avoid waves, spray and spume breaking over the bows but the breeze was so strong it was all blown clear away. The odd one that got through would smash Ian and me into staunchions so we had to face our backs to the oncoming sea and keep our legs inboard to stop the battering. At one point the boat rolled over a wave and the sea on top of the swell swept the boat off the crest to a heal of 90 degrees to port. Erin, who was main sheet hand, found herself hanging free in the air from a staunchion sensibly lodged under her armpit. Ian, Manoj and Will were clinging to the safety lines when the braces holding two staunchions upright buckled and failed in a slow ease. Nearby the lazy runner winch on the low side of the cockpit I was totally hosed. Downstairs we later discovered bags had fallen from the starboard luggage rack, chart table pencils had relocated to the galley bench on the port side and sundry other bizarre rearrangements. When clear to round Tasman Island it was time to bear away and the boat just took off. Hold onto your hat, boat speed was a solidly sustained 20 knots, peak speed 24.5. We had 4 or 5 hours of that, amaaazing. Wait, there is more: at some point we had to turn the boat because we were heading straight for New Zealand at express pace. PJ looked around and coolly surveyed the situation. Ordinarily we'd chicken out and do a granny tack in sort of similar circumstances, but that sea would have slammed the boat and swamped it so the only way out was a gybe and it was going to be huge. Thinking out loud, PJ calculated that the apparent would decrease as the boat sluiced down the face of a big wave. The troops were organised, we eyeballed a big one and then began a dance that finished up being an exhilarating power gybe. For a while there we were superheroes, capes ‘n’all. The great speed we were getting whizzed us up to Wineglass Bay in double quick time. After laying anchor the beer tasted very very good and I hadn't seen PJ celebrate a day's sailing with such relish in a long time. Manoj remarked that if the cops had seen us doing that U‐bolt and laying all those skid marks of white water while we were hooning around they would have confiscated that puppy and crushed it. I was just floored at what a strong and capable boat Addiction is, she's built like a truck. This year there wasn't the opportunity to linger at Wineglass as in previous years so we choofed off to Binalong Bay, just a bit south of Eddystone Point at Tasmania's north east. By this stage we were out of beer so General Hammond and Trooper Silvapulle were sent off in the rubber ducky on a resupply mission during which our commandos were forced to take a taxi ride to St Helens. Note to cruisers: there is no pub at Binalong Bay. Next morning we were off again to get across Banks Strait and spent a pleasant day navigating through islands at the bottom of Flinders Island and taking in the gorgeous scenery there. Unfortunately, there was not to be a visit to Lady Barron this year because the sand bar at Vansittart Shoals has been remodelled and the leads into Franklin Sound are presently unreliable, sad for me because it's always a highlight of the trip home across Bass Strait. We considered dropping the anchor to rest for dinner somewhere on the western side of Flinders but with insufficient daylight remaining ended up heading directly to Deal Island. We pulled into Deal the following morning and caught up with friends aboard fellow RMYS boat Jazz Player. They left for the Heads in mild conditions an hour later to try to beat bad weather forecast to follow. We were unsure if we would have made it home before the westerlies began to whip through but choosing to stay meant we were in for a long wait after they began to blow. And blow hard they did. We were stuck but it ain't too bad being stuck in paradise. Unless you’re starting to go doolally because you’re hanging for ciggies and starting to stress big time about making it back to Melbourne with time left over to keep the extended family happy and make a return flight to Germany. As the days clocked by the more frazzled Will became. On the second day after arriving at Deal we packed up ready for a bash to the Heads or Refuge Cove even though it was blowing like snot. We set the boat up with the four and the main down to the fourth reef but after only a few minutes of going the main gave way at reinforcing around the luff reefing cringle. So we retreated to Deal's Garden Cove, immediately to the east of the northern end of Murray Passage. There we set up the storm jib and lowered the boom to the cabin top and sent up the trisail. Out into it we went again. 30+ knots, 6 m swell, some of the most impressive conditions I've witnessed in Bass Strait. We didn't last long because we weren't even making the course to the Prom so retired again to Deal’s shelter. It was worth a try. By the time we got back the little East Cove beneath the caretaker's cottages wasn't much fun. Bullets were coming over the top of Dover and blasting the boat such that the anchor dragged. A peek out the companionway revealed the beach to be uncomfortably close. We'd already tried West Cove on Erith at the other side of the passage but it was hellish there: bullets were getting funnelled down gullies to either side of a low hill and making the boat sail up and swing erratically on the anchor warp. Williwaws span off the hills into Murray Passage kicking spray high into the air. We spotted sea kayakers on the West Cove beach in a miserably windy campsite. Garden Cove was ruled out because too much slop from the swell outside was washing into it. What to do? We were blind to our options because the Cruising Guide to Tasmania has no info on Deal Island, so PJ resorted to asking the caretakers if there might be a suitable alternative. It was then that we moved around to Winter Cove. It's on Deal's eastern side, cuts deep into the island and has a beautiful sandy bottom ‐ easy to spot on Google Maps/Earth. It was a great place to chill and ride out the tempest. We went ashore to explore the beach and surrounding hills and hopefully find phone reception. We found whale bones including a skull, fantastic views from on high and phones in our bags dinging with text messages. And the sound of gunfire. Strange in a national park, no? Will, by now well acquainted with the caretakers, marched 4 km back to their cottage to use their phone to call home. On the way he met one of the kayakers who was holding a 410 shotgun and a quail with a dispatched wallaby nearby. After having freaked out the caretaker by sleeping overnight in the lighthouse they didn't want to cause him any more worry so the hunter cautiously decided to go shooting downwind of the cottages, not figuring on us being there too. They were a crew of three from a single boat and had left from Wilsons Promontory with the intention of island hopping to the Tasmanian mainland. But they too had been held up by inclement weather and had run out of food. Owing to their boat's design the man in the middle had to sit in water so this unfavoured position was rotated, it must have been a wretchedly rough trip for them. Having spent so much time in close company tempers had frayed to the point where they thought it best to split up for a couple of days. We do not know if they packed a banjo. By this stage it was clear this trip was negotiating some kind of twist in the fabric of the space‐time continuum. Things were strange and only one thing was certain: we were not home yet. So when the weather showed signs of easing on the fourth morning of our visit to Deal we made a break for the Heads. Before too long we’d put in the second reef, then shortly it was back again to the third. By the time we were in the vicinity of Wilsons Prom our old friend Mr Thirty Knots had come back to play. It had already been a long day and the breeze was not going to help us reach the Heads so seeing as we were going straight towards the Prom we decided to overnight at Refuge Cove. We found Refuge to be quite busy with boats, perhaps a dozen hiding from the driving westerlies. It's a great place to rest in those conditions, as soon as we were in the lee of the Prom we could all relax and in the cove itself we were very snug. When closing in on the Prom the crew took advantage of good phone reception. In his distress Will had somehow become taken by the idea of getting off the boat at Refuge, walking out 10 km to Tidal River and hitching home. His family advised strongly against this plan but his mind was set. When he'd asked about the walk I made sure to tell him about the severe damage storms had wreaked on the Prom earlier in 2011 and that many tracks had been washed out and may not yet have been repaired. However, he was undeterred. That night he packed his things in a surly mood and gave a little special parting attention to his identified tormentors; the nicotine deficiency was telling. Come morning he was out of the rack first thing and in his eagerness to get ashore was soon above deck inflating the rubber ducky. We weighed anchor and eased the boat back as close to the shoreline as possible and, not for the first time this trip, Will invited Manoj to row him ashore but on this occasion he was on his own. On reaching the beach he stepped ungainly into the shallows wearing his shoes and socks, ploof! It was an ignominious exit. We recovered the rubber ducky with an attached line of VB cord and made for open water. Kayakers who had left the same beach confirmed to us Will's first priority ‐ cadge a smoke! Out in the offing we negotiated the boat around the various rocky islands to the south and west of the Prom and watched as squalls approached from the southwest. We were back to the third reef pretty quickly but making good ground towards the Heads. By this stage PJ, Erin and I were taking turns at the helm. At lunch PJ disappeared downstairs to prepare a bite to eat but the meal was a long time coming. He was kept otherwise busy taking calls from Will's mum, search and rescue teams, the ORCV and anyone else Will’s mum could think to contact when trying to determine his whereabouts and wellbeing. Did he take his PLB? A raincoat? All we really knew was that from the looks of the frypan on the stove, the condemned man ate a hearty breakfast. And when we looked back at the rainclouds enveloping the Prom we also surmised he might be getting wet. Later, still more news came through on the PJ Hotline: Will had indeed found the track to be impassable which forced his return to Refuge where he hitched a ride on another boat returning to Melbourne, a nice, slow bilge‐keeled cruiser, Carvallo out of RBYC. Meanwhile Addiction poked along at a good clip past Cape Liptrap and Cape Schanck with the aid of a sou'westerly breeze. Soon enough the mind of your correspondent turned to "food" so he went to the galley to prepare a "meal". Those terms have been enclosed in inverted commas advisedly because four or five days after all ice on board had melted the stuff inside the vacuum sealed bags within the ship's esky had changed. We discovered that "food" has quite a tangy, lemonish flavour and can be a little on the unpalatable side. When served in a rolling sea the resulting "meal" is quite easy to reproduce, as it were, as a party trick for the amusement of others. It was also noted that when "meals" prepared with "food" are wasted no one aboard is likely to protest in the slightest. Fortunately, when we arrived at the Heads a six‐pack of beer had been kept in reserve. Suitably "chilled" by placing them in the esky beside the "food" we cracked the beers and toasted King Neptune with gusto. We knew His Majesty of the Waves was well pleased with this because he had permitted our safe return and even went so far as to smooth the Rip for us at the top of a flood tide and sweep us all the way down the length of Port Phillip before a 20 knot southerly. When we had secured the boat in the pen after ten eventful days of delivery it was plain good to be back. Article by Dave Gordon, all photos supplied by Erin Grealy. At full noise passing Tasman Island, hatches on Dave's wet gear are well secured. Closing in on Freycinet Peninsula after a day of very fast cruising. A room with a view, Deal Island Enjoying beers on the balcony, Deal Skipper PJ relaxing at last with Addiction safe at cosy Winter Cove. lighthouse. Island lighthouse. Winter Cove, even more perfect than the Whitsundays. 1 February 2012 Nissan Corp. Triathlon National Series ‐ Road Closure ‐ Sunday 4th March ‐ 58610 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 1 February 2012 Please find attached notification informing you of road closures in the area for 4th March 2012. Other Links Notification Letter
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A PREMIER CHALLENGE for your family and friends to get active in 2012 ‐ 58735 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 1 February 2012 The 2012 Premier's Active Families Challenge provides a great opportunity for all Victorian families to get fit and enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle. So grab your family and friends and register today to do 30 minutes of physical activity a day for 30 days between 19 March to 30 April. It's free to participate, and you'll get: The 2012 Premier’s Active Families Challenge provides a great opportunity for all Victorian families to get fit and enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle. So grab your family and friends and register today to do 30 minutes of physical activity a day for 30 days between 19 March to 30 April. It’s free to participate, and you’ll get: 
20 free YMCA passes per family or team 
15% discount at Rebel Sport 
one free child entry to the Melbourne Aquarium 
one free child entry to the National Sports Museum You’ll also: 
have a chance to win heaps of great prizes, including iPads, Rebel Sport vouchers and coaching clinics with high profile athletes! Sign up before 5 March for even more opportunities to win. 
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nominate your school to receive prizes as part of the new Challenge School Reward Program. Sign up for the Challenge at www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/challenge or call 1300 463 684 2 February 2012 Downunder Marine closes its doors ‐ 58289 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 2 February 2012 Michael Neumann the director of Downunder Marine is winding up his company, however don't be alarmed as he is now employed directly with RMYS as the Yard Manager. Since November 2006 Downunder Marine has been managing the yard & marina on behalf of RMYS. During this time the slipway has been upgraded to handle up to 12 tonne vessels which has seen the yard become a valuable asset to the club, the marina has been constantly receiving the love and attention it needs to keep functioning until the new marina is completed. Over the years Michael and his staff have been responding to emergency call outs at all hours of the night and this will not change. Michael is now employed by RMYS as the yard manager and will continue to provide slipping services to our members, Michael will also assist with streamlining the move of members vessels into the new marina and maintaining our new facility. Luke Longhurst (Downunder Marines head shipwright) has setup his own business, providing shipwright services to our members. Luke is an RMYS approved contractor and can be contacted on 0420 466 855 Right Connections Travel ‐ 58162 Peter Dawson, Thursday, 2 February 2012 We are delighted to welcome Gloria Hartney, the proprietor of Right Connections Travel as a sponsor of RMYS. Gloria is keen to assist members with their travel needs and requests. The attached REFLECTIONS OF SPAIN travel guide gives you some great ideas and insight. Gloria will attend the new members night this week and she is available at any timeto discuss your needs and aspirations. Call her at the office in 20 Fraser Street Middle Park or phone 9525 4574 or email ghartney@bigpond.net.au Other Links Full copy of Gloria's the REFLECTIONS OF SPAIN
Right Connections Travel letter Sail Locker ‐ 58343 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 2 February 2012 A Sail Locker has been constructed between the Men and Ladies Changerooms, this area will be used as a drop off/collection point for all sails requiring repairs. Please fill in your details on the 'Sail Repair Request' form located on the notice board and attach to your sail bag, then notify the sail repairer of the new location for pick ups/drop offs. 3 February 2012 Limited offer upgrade from Social Member to Crew Member for only $50 ‐ 58163 Peter Dawson, Friday, 3 February 2012 Limited offer upgrade from Social Member to Crew Member for only $50. To encourage social members who want to race more than their permitted 3 times per season, we are offering a special upgrade offer for Social members to upgrade to a full Crew membership for only $50. This offer is valid for all current RMYS Social Members that have been members for more than 1 month. The catch? You must upgrade before the end of February. This is a great saving, so to take advantage and secure this unprecedented offer, you will need to call the Jan Hurst in the RMYS office on 9534 0227 or email jan@rmys.com.au . Conditions for membership $50 is for the remaining 2011‐2012 membership year. You must be a Social member prior to 1 February 2012 to qualify. Sailing safety fee will not apply for the 2011‐2012 season. There is no nomination or upgrade costs other than the $50. Conditions for membership $50 is for the remaining 2011‐2012 sailing season (ending 31st May) You must be a social member prior to 1 February 2012 to qualify Sailing safety fee will not apply for the 2011‐2012 season There is no nomination or upgrade costs other than the $50. 9 February 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 58281 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 9 February 2012 The first Club Marine Race of the post‐Christmas season was a non‐event as the wind was not co‐
operating at all. Last night's twilight race continued the trend for this season ‐ windy, choppy conditions. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Club Marine Series All details of the progress scores, pictures of Saturday’s activities – not much action – can be found at the Club Marine Series website. www.clubmarineseries.com.au LA Nangle Pursuit Race ‐ Wednesday 8th February Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Dalliance Take One Astarte Best Start: Astarte 1 second Terry Hill Measurement Trophy ‐ Wednesday 8th February Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd AMS Portofino Addiction Take Five Twilight Spinnaker Series II ‐ Wednesday 8th February Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Vagrant Matador Jungle Juice Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Defibrillator Training ‐ 58404 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 9 February 2012 Life Saving Victoria conducted a CPR course at RMYS last monday night, 12 people attended the course which included staff & members. The training and assessment program provided participants with the skills and knowledge required to use the defibrillator equipment in an emergency situation. The defibrillator is located on the wall in the Members Bar, a list of people trained for its use is inside the defibrillators cabinet. Once again thank you to the RMYS members that kindly donated the money for the purchase of the defibrillator. 12 February 2012 Your Club Needs YOU! ‐ 58394 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 12 February 2012 We have a great pool of volunteers who help us run yacht races and other functions at The Squadron. We have had some stalwarts retire in recent times and we have not yet replaced them. Problem ‐ We do not have enough volunteers to keep running the great variety of yacht races at RMYS. We need members to volunteer to help out on race days in either the tower or on committee boats. Officiating at races is a great learning experience for Skippers and crew alike. Watching a fleet sail around a course teaches tactics, weather and racing skills. No experience or training is necessary to start, just the enthusiasm to give it a go. Volunteers can choose which days to attend, a lot or a little. The time required is usually from 12.00pm on Saturdays or 5.00pm on Wednesdays (12.00pm in winter). Call the office on 9534 0227 and put your name down and we will get you started. 14 February 2012 Seafood Night ‐ Friday 24th February ‐ 58161 Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 14 February 2012 Due to the fantastic booking response for this night, dinner will now be served in the Harbour Room. The quota of Seafood Platter's are fully sold out, however if you would still like to join us for dinner‐ choosing from the regular Friday dinner menu, please contact us on 9534 0227. Other Links Poster
Melbourne Food and Wine Festival ‐ Marina Yarra's Edge ‐ March 2 – 3 ‐ 58736 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 14 February 2012 Cruise into Marina Yarra's Edge ‐ fun and events at our restaurants. All day Jazz. Special rates $40.00 per night ‐ bookings essential call Yarra's Edge 9681 8394. 15 February 2012 Sailing Boots for sale ‐ 53995 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 15 February 2012 Sale Price $180.00 $100.00 Henri Lloyd 'Ocean Racer Boot' y92021 mens (uk) size 12. Very good clean condition, as new, hardly used. There is one imperfection. One of the heels has been re glued, as good as new. Currently these boots sell for $300 at Whitworths Contact: Marc Tracy tel no 0412 385 630 16 February 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 58397 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 16 February 2012 The International Cup, sailed last Saturday in blustery conditions, was won by Addiction. Last night's Twilight race was sailed in warm, variable conditions started in about 10 knots and the ranged from a gust of 22 knots down to 3 ‐5 knots mostly in the 5 knot range. No boats finished the pursuit race three of the spinnaker fleet made it to the finish line before sunset. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results International Cup ‐ Division 1 ‐ Saturday 11th February S16 Addiction International Trophy ‐ Division 2 ‐ Saturday 11th February AUS61 Tigris International Plate ‐ Division 3 ‐ Saturday 11th February S8000 Mood Indigo LA Nangle Pursuit Race ‐ Wednesday 15th February Race 5 1st 2nd 3rd PHS No Result No Result No Result Best Start: Astarte Terry Hill Measurement Trophy ‐ Wednesday 15th February Race 5 1st 2nd 3rd AMS No Result No Result No Result Twilight Spinnaker Series II ‐ Wednesday 15th February Race 5 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Matador Jungle Juice Mrs Overnewton Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 21 February 2012 ENTRIES CLOSE TODAY ‐ 8 Skippers registered NOW Jennifer Goldsmith Lady Skippers' Race ‐ Sunday 26th February ‐ 45962 Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 21 February 2012 We have 8 boats entered but we want more to compete and be back at the club for this special day for a BBQ and fun. All proceeds go to a cancer charity. Entries Close today so please register with sailing via racing@rmys.com.au or call Andy Doolan, Peter Dawson or Janet Dean ‐ TODAY. The Jennifer Goldsmith Trophy for lady skippers will take place at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron on Sunday 26th February 2012 at 1100 hours. We have 8 boats entered. ENTRIES CLOSE TODAY ACT NOW It is one of the most important races on the Squadron calendar. Mixed crews allowed but the helm must be a female. Prizes will be awarded for Line Honours and for first, second and third in the performance division. The Crystal Slab Perpetual Trophy will be presented at the RMYS presentation night. The cost of the winning skipper's attendance at the presentation dinner will be covered. Entry is $30. All proceeds will be donated to Melanoma Research. Entry is open to skippers/boats from all clubs. The event will be conducted over a RMYS club course (please see the RMYS white book). The race will be followed by the presentation of prizes and a barbeque at RMYS with food available for purcahse. All contestants, families and friends are more than welcome. All proceeds from the barbeque will be donated to Melanoma Research. To enter please email racing@rmys.com.au include Skippers Name & Boat Name. Entries close 21st February 2012 Bar opens @ 9 AM, Sunday 26th February ‐ 58558 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 21 February 2012 Meet your crew and supporters at the Olympic Bar before the race for espresso coffee, toasties, mini muffins and other delicious pastry items. Following the race and the prize presentation a BBQ will be held on the Balcony starting @ 2pm, all the usual BBQ goodies available at great rates. All friends, family and members not sailing are encouraged to come along to the Members Bar to support our Lady Skippers during this special event. Jennifer Goldsmith Lady Skippers' Race ‐ Sunday 26th February ‐ 58607 Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 21 February 2012 We have 12 boats entered for this Sunday's Lady Skippers Race. A warm day of 34 degrees with 15‐20 knots from the North is predicted by the Bureau of Meteorology. Come back to the club after the race for a BBQ on the balcony with food available for purchase. All contestants, families and friends are welcome. Race entry is $30. All proceeds from the entry fee and the BBQ will be donated to Melanoma Research. Entry is open to skippers/boats from all clubs. The event will be conducted over an RMYS club course (please see the RMYS Sailing Instructions Version 4.10). For Sailing instructions click here or collect a copy from the office. Registered Entrants Addiction Janina Goethel Jungle Juice Janet Dean Leilani Debbie Mazzotta Mrs Overnewton Annie Boutrieng Portofino Jane Liefman Red Dog Lisa Paterson Remedy Christina Hibbert Scal Rebecca Badenoch Silhouette Claire Scanlon Silk Jilly Adams Tigris Jan Fielding Weekend Option Sabina Rosser It is one of the most important races on the Squadron calendar. Mixed crews allowed but the helm must be a female. Prizes will be awarded for Line Honours and for first, second and third in the performance division. The Crystal Slab Perpetual Trophy will be presented at the annual RMYS presentation night on 26 May. The cost of the winning skipper's attendance at the presentation dinner will be covered. The race will be followed by the presentation of prizes and a barbeque at RMYS with food available for purchase. To enter please email racing@rmys.com.au include the skipper's name and the boat name and sail number. 23 February 2012 Cruise to FYC and Westernport ‐ March Long Weekend 10‐12th March ‐ 58385 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 23 February 2012 RMYS had been invited by the Navy to a fun sail‐in‐company to Hanns Inlet, Westernport where they would host us for the weekend. BUT the Navy has changed their position. Flinders Yacht Club has extended an invitation to substitute this and allow us a destination for the weekend. Other Links Weekend Itinerary
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SAILING RESULTS ‐ 58591 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 23 February 2012 In contrast to last week's Twilight race, last night's race was a short one which every one finished. Astarte and Addiction for the third week in a row took out first and second respectively in the pursuit race best start. Last weekend RBYC and SYC ran two races for all divisions in the Club Marine series. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Club Marine Series ‐ Saturday 18th February All details of the results, progress scores and pictures of Saturday’s racing can be found at the Club Marine Series website ‐ www.clubmarineseries.com.au/ LA Nangle Pursuit Race ‐ Wednesday 22nd February Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Cloud Nine Shadow Dancer Astarte Best Start: Astarte Terry Hill Measurement Trophy ‐ Wednesday 22nd February Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd AMS Take Five Portofino Remedy Twilight Spinnaker Series II ‐ Wednesday 22nd February Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Matador Jungle Juice Vagrant Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 26 February 2012 A Married Man ‐ 58730 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 26 February 2012 Word has reached us that Rohan Brownlee (Past Commodore) and Lynda Turnbull were married last Sunday at the Melbourne Registry Office in the presence of Rohan's 2 sisters, Lynda's brother, their partners and their 3 children ‐ a petite group of 11. It's something they decided mid January and kept to themselves as they wanted a no fuss, no stress day. They are off to Vietnam tomorrow night (1am Friday) which although booked before they decided on the wedding, will now be their honeymoon. Best of wishes to Rohan & Lynda from all at RMYS. 29 February 2012 Right Connections Travel Presentation ‐ Wednesday 28th March ‐ 58847 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 29 February 2012 On Wednesday March 28 you are invited to the 'New Perspectives on Travel' audio visual presentation to be held in the Committee Room at 8pm, where we will feature 3 of Right Connections specialist travel providers. Other Links Presentation Information
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1 March 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 58732 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 1 March 2012 Last night's twilight race started in very little wind but finished very quickly as the wind filled in. Saturday's non‐aggregate race saw 8 boats enjoying the calm seas in very warm conditions, in contrast Sunday was blowing steadily at 25 knots gusting 35 knots so the Jennifer Goldsmith Lady Skippers Race has been rescheduled to Sunday 25 March. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Non‐Aggregate Race ‐ Saturday 25th February 1st 2nd 3rd AMS How Bizarre Avanale Red Dog IRC Espresso Red Dog Seaya PHS Espresso Seaya Avanale LA Nangle Pursuit Race ‐ Wednesday 29th February Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Cloud Nine Woodstock Charlotte Best Start: Addiction Terry Hill Measurement Trophy – Wednesday 29th February Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd AMS Weekend Option Take Five Portofino Twilight Spinnaker Series II – Wednesday 29th February Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Mood Indigo Tigris Eureka Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 2 March 2012 Napier Cup ‐ Keelboats Needed ‐ Sunday 18th March ‐ 1100hrs ‐ 58734 Peter Dawson, Friday, 2 March 2012 The Napier Cup has a long history at RMYS, and is an introduction for many junior sailors into Keelboat racing. Junior members take the helm in this long standing trophy race, supported by the Boat Owner and Crew. We require boat owners to volunteer their boats and crew for this event. Please contact racing@rmys or 9534 0227. Thanks to Mrs Overnewton and Take One for volunteering so far. How Scary is an Electrical Fire? ‐ 58985 Jan Fielding, Friday, 2 March 2012 An Electrical fire on board a boat can lead to some catastrophic outcomes if you do not control and manage the cause I have seen two electrical fires on different boats in the past six months and in one case it was extinguished almost immediately, with damage being contained to the circuit causing the problem. It was dark and out in the ocean so it had its own terrors. In the second case it was far more extensive as it impacted a wiring loom, had the potential to expand to the boats structure, e.g. wood work, and took a lot of effort in a smoke filled environment to extinguish it, and it was daylight and not far off the marina. So lets talk about fire. I am a trained CFA fire fighter, so I have had some of the specialist knowledge drummed into me both in the fields and classroom. Fire fighter training is based around what is known as the Fire triangle that is used to represent the three components of a fire: Heat, Fuel and Oxygen. For the various types of fire one can experience the complexity of the components of Heat, Fuel and Oxygen can vary immensely. However an electrical fire is relatively easy to manage. If you can eliminate the electricity generating the heat there is a very good chance that the fire will cease almost immediately. Other types of fire may require the removal of one of the other sides of the triangle, e.g. using a CO2extinguisher to remove oxygen, or using water to cool the fire. In the case of an electrical fire there is very little value in using a fire extinguisher if you cannot eliminate the heat generating electricity, it will continue to present a dangerous risk of fire. A fire extinguisher only really comes into play if secondary fires start in the structure (e.g. woodwork etc). In the case of the second electrical fire I witnessed, on my own boat, there were a lot of contributing factors that caused the fire to continue burning even after the master switch had been turned off. For those of us that own older boats there are some simple things to go and have a look at that may mean you can stop the fire quickly and reduce the level of risk to yourself (e.g. smoke inhalation), and to your boat. The root cause was a relatively large diameter wire that had been damaged some time prior to my taking possession of the boat, it was coloured black indicating it was a negative lead, but connected to a battery positive connection at one end and the starter motor at the other end. It had been taped up about 1/3 way along its length to insulate the damage. I had been laying replacement wiring for a new alternator I was fitting. Pulling new wires through the boat appears to have disturbed the insulation tape repair site resulting exposing the damage. It somehow managed to come into contact with a point to earth the circuit, which in turn started to generate sufficient heat to melt insulation on wires cable tied to it. All very simple, kill the power to the exposed cable and it all stops. Except this particular wire was directly connected to the battery for some reason and it was not until the bolt cutters were used to cut all wires on the batteries that the fire stopped. What are the lessons to be learnt from this? 
Know your boat. I knew where to look, places to go to in order to maximise the effort to eliminate the problem, and what to use in a hurry. If I did not have bolt cutters readily accessible I may well have reached the point where we had 5 people in the water and a fully engulfed fire. 
There should be no un‐fused or un‐switched positive circuits connected up on the boat, particularly wires of a diameter that will carry large current for long enough to generate significant heat to start a fire. Ensure that the Alternator output lead, and Starter motor power lead are back to your battery selector switch and not direct to the battery (as was the case of the damaged starter motor cable that caused the problem). 
It would pay to have goggles and a face mask/respirator as part of your grab bag kit that is easy to find in a smoke filled environment. It is absolutely no fun in a smoke filled cabin fighting a fire without these, risk of death is high. 
There should be a way of totally disconnecting the batteries in a hurry. Install a battery post isolator terminal, these only cost $8.00 at Discount Seamart (see picture below). Less than a quarter turn of the green knob and the battery is isolated without damaging cabling. 
Every now and then have a look at individual cables, and wiring looms on the boat when the engine is running and you have the majority of your electrics turned on and check if any are warm. Slow heating of insulation will eventually compromise wiring insulation and it will either melt, or just crumble off the cable it is insulating. 
Try to avoid running high load cables such as anchor windlass, alternator, and feeds to your switch panel together with other cabling. Tying these high load cables to other parts of the wiring loom run the risk of causing secondary damage, and increasing the repair expense. In summary: 
Check there are no unfused circuits directly connected to the battery; 
Install battery isolators like the one above on all batteries; 
Check for warmth in major cables and bundles of cables; 
Know how to totally turn off all power; 
Know where your cable or bolt cutters are and be able to find them in a smoke filled cabin; 
Have goggles and a mask/respirator, with a suitable filter for smoke fitted, with your grab bag kit. An electrical fire is relatively simple to control and extinguish, assuming all is correctly connected. It can happen when you least expect it, and like anything on a boat it is subject to Murphy’s Law – it will be likely to happen when you are dealing with other issues. Prepare for it and hopefully you may never see one. If you do nothing else, spend the $8 per battery and have an isolator on your batteries, they would not make them unless there is a demand for them, and do you really want to install one after an event? Westernport Cruise to FYC ‐ 58989 Jan Fielding, Friday, 2 March 2012 7 boats took part in the inaugural Labour Day Weekend cruise to Flinders Yacht Club. We left RMYS separately and met in Queenscliff Friday night. On Saturday morning 6 boats as a fleet transited the Heads which was a little lumpy with S breeze, but once clear the wind backed SE and we had a pleasant beat in 15kts to Cape Schanck, and all arrived at our moorings off Flinders Pier by 1800 except Abatao who was delayed at Queenscliff and couldn't sail until 1500. Flinders Yacht Club welcomed us with a fabulous night and a seafood feast with Peter Dawson as head chef. FYC were enormously hospitable and everyone had a great night. Abatao had a fast ride down and they joined the party at 2000! Sunday saw the inaugural Flinders Cup. In spite of having to find our way around the course, you'll be pleased to know the Cup was won by RMYS ‐ congratulations to Doris Jean for 1st place, & Astarte 3rd. Post‐race celebrations took place in form of boarding parties on Abatao (since she's nearly as big as the Clubrooms!). George Hateley failed to repel boarders, and we all enjoyed his hospitality. Crew from Astarte were particularly impressed with bean bags on the bow netting! Monday saw Astarte, Mandu, and Doris Jean slip their moorings before dawn, whilst Mrs Overnewton, Seaya, Kaberet, & Abatao make a leisurely departure at 0730. The fleet then reassembled at the Heads and went through comfortably at slack water. However, we always have to have some excitement, and a medical emergency for new member Jose Urias had us call an ambulance. Queenscliff Marina were very helpful, helped with the ambulance, and Mrs Overnewton was on her way by 1350. All boats returned safely by 1900. Consensus was a great trip which should be an annual event!! Pat Milwright Nearing start line Flinders race 11 03 '12 Flinders return12 03 '12 tough lunch on Abatao! Westernport Cruise 1 3 March 2012 Social Members come for a Twilight sail! The last one for this Summer season ‐ 58849 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 3 March 2012 Hey RMYS Social Members Did you know you can go sailing in up to three designated social races per year? Have you used your three yet? Why not come out for a twilight sail on Wednesday nights during Daylight savings? If you are keen to go for a sail and can be at the club by 5:00pm on Wednesday 28thMarch let the office know and they will make sure there is a boat available for you to go out on. If you want to play it by ear, just turn up at the club by 4:30 and see the officer of the day standing near the whiteboard in the bar area and put your name down as looking for a ride. Please remember to visit the office beforehand to collect your complimentary day pass. You don’t need to bring or wear anything fancy, just comfortable clothes and sneakers or shoes with soft non marking soles and bring a jacket as it can get cold out on the water. You just never know, it could be the start of something new and exciting if you too get bitten by the sailing bug! Please contact the office on 9534 0227 if you want any further information or details. RMYS GOLF DAY 15th April ‐ 58987 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 3 April 2012 If you would like to compete in this year's RMYS Golf Day at the Albert Park Golf Course, please contact Sabina Rosser on 0408 785 795 or by email sabinakrosser@hotmail.com.au 4 March 2012 Welcome Allicia, our new Sailing Administrator ‐ 58809 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 4 March 2012 On behalf of the Flag Officers, General Committee and Sailing Committee, I'd like to extend a very warm welcome to Allicia Rae, our new Sailing Administrator. Allicia commenced with us on Monday the 5th of March. She has a background in sailing, is well versed in administration and was a standout candidate from the 60 plus applications received from the position advertised. I'm sure all of the members at RMYS will assist in making Allicia feel more than welcome... For any Sailing related matters,Allicia can be contacted at ‐ Racing@rmys.com.au Kind Regards Andy Doolan Club Captain 5 March 2012 Rod Austin appointed to the position of Marina Manager February 1, 2012 and will take over as General Manager from May 1, 2012. ‐ 58874 Jan Fielding, Monday, 5 March 2012 Rod has come on board with RMYS to work with the Marina Project Control Group and get the marina project over the line and commence construction. He has an extensive history with sailing at all levels and has worked in the industry in a number of varied and successful roles including: 
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Manager of the Sorrento Couta Boat and Sailing Club for 6 years and achieving the construction project of the new club house and membership growth. Yachting Victoria Manager and creator of the Boat Shed project at Albert Park and the TACKERS Program across the state. Rod's two boys are into sailing and he is secretary of the TACKERS group in Victoria. Rod's business acumen and project management skills together with experience in club management provide him with the credentials required to assist in the ongoing development and growth of the services and members of RMYS. Please make yourself known to Rod and welcome him aboard. 6 March 2012 22nd year of the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) ‐ 58815 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 6 March 2012 In my 1st year as Commodore of Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS), it is my great pleasure to welcome all competitors, sponsors, volunteers and supporters to the 22nd year of the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR). The Regatta is competitive with a mixture of fun and education whilst developing friendships. The Regatta is acknowledged as the most successful Regatta held in Victoria specifically for women competitors. The Squadron is located in cosmopolitan St Kilda on the edge of the Melbourne business district. Enjoy the restaurants, coffee and night life of St Kilda, the welcoming atmosphere and friendliness of RMYS and the camaraderie and competitive spirit of the Regatta. The Squadron provides not only a welcoming venue but great facilities for the Regatta and access to the brilliant sailing conditions of Port Phillip. We trust that you will enjoy your time at RMYS and your participation in the 22nd AWKR. We thank you for your continued support of women in sailing and your support of the Regatta. Linda Goldsmith Commodore Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. 8 March 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 58870 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 8 March 2012 Last night's final twilight race of the current series, was sailed in much better conditions than the last couple of weeks with the fleet doing the course out to F mark. Very unusually, the pursuit fleet finish was a dead‐heat between S3 Tina of Melbourne and S70 Hotshot. A new twilight series starts next week. On Saturday all Club Marine divisions sailed two races, in wet and rainy conditions. Jazz Player and Sea Eagle are currently leading Performance Division 1 and 3 respectively. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Port Phillip Sea Pilots ‐ Saturday 25th February On 25 February, 4 RMYS boats competed in the Port Phillip Sea Pilots races. The Port Phillip Sea Pilots Trophy was won by Addiction. Matador was fastest round the shorter course. Full results of the Port Phillip Sea Pilots races are on the HBYC website. Click here for the results. Club Marine Range Series ‐ Saturday 3rd March All details of the results, progress scores and pictures of Saturday's racing can be found at the Club Marine Series website. Click here for the website. Twilight Series LA Nangle Pursuit Race ‐ Wednesday 7th March Race 8 (final) 1st ‐ Equal 2nd 3rd PHS Tina of Melbourne & Hotshot Woodstock Xit Strategy Series Results Dalliance Best Start: Leilani Terry Hill Measurement Trophy ‐ Wednesday 7th March Race 8 (final) 1st 2nd 3rd AMS Portofino Silhouette Weekend Option Series Results Portofino Twilight Spinnaker Series II ‐ Wednesday 7th March Race 8 (final) 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Mood Indigo Mrs Overnewton Jungle Juice Series Results Matador Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. TACKERS ‐ Easter School Junior Holiday Program ‐ 58913 Leigh Brennan‐Smith, RMYS, St.Kilda, Friday, 8 March 2013 Book your 8‐ 12 year olds Kids into a Tackers Sailing Course for Easter Bookings are essential either by phone to (03) 9534 0059 during business hours or by email: training@rmys.com.au. These sessions are suitable for 6 to 12 year olds and are conducted by Yachting Australia qualified sailing instructors. Our new TACKERS 1 courses start Sunday, March 24th 9 am to 12.30 or TACKERS 2 & 3 Sunday March 24th 9 am to 12.30 Holiday sailing courses as well. Over the Easter Holidays we also have TACKERS mid week holiday programs available with Week 1: Tuesday April 2 to Saturday April 6 ‐ 9 to 1 pm and Week 2: Monday April 8 to Friday April 12 ‐ 9 am to 1pm. Bookings forms and informations sheets for TACKERS programs are on the KIDS TRAINING webpage ‐
click here. If you have any questions please contact Leigh Brennan‐Smith via email training@rmys.com.au or phone 9534 0059 or 0412 196301. 10 March 2012 Association Cup 18th March ‐ 58999 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 10 March 2012 The 18th of March sees the running of the Association Cup, a select competition between the Clubs on Port Phillip Bay. Yachts representing RMYS this year are Addiction, Gienah, Jazz Player, Jungle Juice, Salamander III and Take Five. Congratulations and good luck to all boats selected to represent RMYS. 12 March 2012 Are you able to help out the AWKR by lending your boat to a suitable crew? ‐ 58983 Jan Fielding, Monday, 12 March 2012 We are seeking interest from all boat owners who are willing to lend or charter their boat out to skippers and crews for the AWKR held at the club over the June long weekend. The RMYS Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) has grown into the most prestigious all female mixed Keelboat Regatta in Australia. It is the largest RMYS owned Regatta run by the club and an impressive Regatta for a boat to win. We are seeking interest from all boat owners who are willing to lend or charter their boat out to skippers and crews for the AWKR held at the club over the June long weekend. We have crews from interstate, other clubs in the bay, and within this club who are looking for boats to use during the regatta and they would appreciate your assistance. If you are happy to assist the club in running this fantastic event by lending out your boat, please contact the office to register your interest. Once we know the available boats we will contact each skipper and the crews to find suitable matches. If you would like any additional information on what is involved please contact our Sailing Administrator Allicia on 9534 0227 or email at racing@rmys.com.au Thank you for your assistance. Janina Goethel Co‐ordinator Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta 2012 15 March 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 58982 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 15 March 2012 The first twilight sprint race was sailed on a warm autumn evening in a 10 ‐ 15 knot northerly breeze with flat seas with the fleet doing a course out to F mark. Last weekend 4 RMYS boats sailed in good conditions to King Island in the ORCV race with Jazz Player finishing second on AMS and Performance and 5th on IRC. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results King Island Race ‐ Saturday 10th March All results of last weekend's race can be found on the ORVC website. Click here for the results. Moomba Cup ‐ Saturday 10th March 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Mood Indigo Spellbound Tigris Troubleshooters ‐ Twilight Sprint Series ‐ Wednesday 14th March Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Addiction Tigris Matador Best Start: Addiction (3 seconds) Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 16 March 2012 RMYS Beanies 50% off Sale ‐ 59174 Jan Fielding, Friday, 16 March 2012 Winter will be here before we know it, for the next two weeks our RMYS Beanies will be on sale for the special price of $7.50. That's half price but only for the next two weeks to Friday 20th April! Available from the RMYS office. 18 March 2012 Big Bay Challenge ‐ 2000hrs ‐ Friday 30th March ‐ 58704 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 18 March 2012 Overnight crew challenge. SIMRAD BIG BAY CHALLENGE OVERNIGHT MARCH 30 ‐31 RMYS ON PORT PHILLIP. Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron are hosting The BIG BAY CHALLENGE for IRC, AMS and Performance handicaps as well as a Cruising Division on March 30‐31. The BBC as it is known challenges crews to navigate the bay overnight and in the dark! The race starts at 2000 hours on Friday the 30th with the fleet sailing a set course for 20 hours to the finish time when they log their location and report in. NAVICO – SIMRAD have some fantastic equipment prizes on offer, including a full SIIMRAD Wind Instrument package. Entry is $55 per crew member, which includes a buffet style meal back at the presentation dinner Saturday evening at RMYS. For catering purposes please fill in the attached Dinner Booking Form or click here ‐ return by the 26th March. Click here for the Big Bay Challenge Entry/NOR and Sailing Instructions. If you have any queries please contact Allicia Rae racing@rmys.com.au or 9534 0227. Other Links BBC Poster
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Jennifer Goldsmith Lady Skippers' Race ‐ Sunday 25th March ‐ 58737 Peter Dawson, Sunday, 18 March 2012 Due to the high winds last Sunday this race is now re‐scheduled for the 25th March, we have 12 boats entered. Please contact racing@rmys.com.au for more details. Come back to the club after the race for a BBQ on the balcony with food available for purchase. All contestants, families and friends are welcome. Race entry is $30. All proceeds from the entry fee and the BBQ will be donated to Melanoma Research. Entry is open to skippers/boats from all clubs. The event will be conducted over an RMYS club course (please see the RMYS Sailing Instructions Version 4.10). For Sailing instructions click here or collect a copy from the office. Registered Entrants Addiction Janina Goethel Jungle Juice Janet Dean Leilani Debbie Mazzotta Mrs Overnewton Annie Boutrieng Portofino Jane Liefman Red Dog Lisa Paterson Remedy Christina Hibbert Scal Rebecca Badenoch Silhouette Claire Scanlon Silk Jilly Adams Tigris Jan Fielding Weekend Option Sabina Rosser It is one of the most important races on the Squadron calendar. Mixed crews allowed but the helm must be a female. Prizes will be awarded for Line Honours and for first, second and third in the performance division. The Crystal Slab Perpetual Trophy will be presented at the annual RMYS presentation night on 26 May. The cost of the winning skipper's attendance at the presentation dinner will be covered. The race will be followed by the presentation of prizes and a barbeque at RMYS with food available for purchase. To enter please email racing@rmys.com.au include the skipper's name and the boat name and sail number. AWKR LAUNCH ‐ GET ON BOARD ‐ 4th April 2012 ‐ 59152 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 18 March 2012 Would you like to know more about this year's Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR)? In its 22nd year, the AWKR has developed into the premier Keelboat Regatta in Australia for women of all ages. Not only is the AWKR a focal point for the sailing program of many women sailors, it also fosters the involvement of women in all aspects of regatta management. AUSTRALIAN WOMEN’S KEELBOAT REGATTA 2012 At Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS) we are delighted to be able to provide women, Australia‐
wide, an opportunity to compete in a 3 day yacht racing competition held in cosmopolitan St Kilda. The Regatta is highly professional and competitive yet is open to women engaged at all skill levels in the sport of sailing. The Regatta is always hotly contested and provides some thrilling racing throughout the weekend. ABOUT THE REGATTA First conducted in 1991, the AWKR was launched after Past Commodore, Gai Clough, and her fellow sailors returned from a women’s sailing event in New Zealand. They were inspired to develop a similar event at St Kilda to assist women in sailing to develop their skills. The Regatta attracts over 180 individual competitors each year (including crews from Queensland, South Australia and Tasmania in addition to Victoria) and is now the most prestigious event for women in mixed keelboat sailing. RMYS is proud to host this important event and continues to develop the Regatta so it remains of the highest standard and continues to grow and meet the needs of sailors in Australia. Organised by RMYS in St Kilda, which is not far from the Melbourne CBD, the Regatta will take place over the Queen’s Birthday weekend, Saturday 9th, Sunday 10th and Monday 11th June 2012 and offers prizes both in performance and measurement divisions. The AWKR also conducts Sailing Seminars leading up to the Regatta that provide technical information on a range of topics from sailing experts. The Seminars are open to all and are well attended by women and men from yacht clubs around the Bay. The dates for 2012 are Wednesday 9, 16, 23 and 30 May 2012. AWKR Management Team 2012 Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron 19 March 2012 Wine and Cheese Tasting ‐ Friday 20th April ‐ BOOKED OUT!!!!!! ‐ 58727 Jan Fielding, Monday, 19 March 2012 Want to learn more about wine and cheese? Jeremy Spradbury from Calendar Cheese will host a tasting of very special cheeses and a representative from Red and White Wines will match wines to the cheeses, in the Olympic Bar. Be sure to book early for this event as it will sell out fast! The last wine and cheese tasting which featured white wines was a fantastic night with most of the attendees requesting we hold this event more often. The tasting will be conducted in the Olympic Bar on Friday, 20 April 2012 from 8.30 pm, after dinner. Dinner will be served between 6.00 and 8.00 pm. The cost is $20.00 per head for the tasting. Please book with Jan Hurst on 9534 0227 or Olympicbar@rmys.com.au. Please let Jan know if you wish to book for dinner as well as for the tasting. 20 March 2012 RMYS 3RD Overall for Association Cup ‐ 59066 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 20 March 2012 Sunday the 18th March saw the running of the Association Cup. RMYS was proudly represented by Addiction, Gienah, Jazz Player, Jungle Juice, Salamander III and Take Five. After 3 races for both the IRC and AMS divisions, RMYS scored a very creditable 3rd team place overall. A well deserved mention must go to Addiction who won the PHB Champion Boat and the Vice Presidents Trophy Overall placings for Squadron boats were ‐ AMS Division Gienah & Addiction equal 7th Take Five 11th IRC Division Salamander III 6th Jungle Juice 7th Jazz Player 10th On behalf of all members, I'd like to sincerely thank the owners and crew for their time and the fantastic result at this years cup. We look forward to an even better result next year. Kind Regards Andy Doolan Club Captain RMYS Click here for all Association Cup results. (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) 21 March 2012 SAILING Calendar for the next 6 weeks ‐ 49940 Wednesday, 21 March 2012 The Sailing Committee requests that you keep abreast of the up coming events. Click Here For 2011‐2012 Calendar. The calendar is also included in the Red Book. Remember to bring your friends and crew in for LUNCH and then DINNER on Wednesdays after the racing. THE SAILING EVENTS for the next 6 weeks or so are listed below. DAY DATE START TIME RACE DETAIL Saturday 14/04/2012 1300 Measurement Trophy Series Wednesday 18/04/2012 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series 1 ‐ Race 3 Saturday 21/04/2012 1400 Services Shield ‐ Edward Lumley Series ‐ Heat 3 Sunday 22/04/2012 830 Junior Squad ‐ Summer Series Race ‐ 8 Wednesday 25/04/2012 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series 1 ‐ Race 4 Saturday 28/04/2012 730 St Kilda to Queenscliff (RMYS long ht4) Sunday 29/04/2012 900 Junior Sqd ‐ invitation race ‐ Senoir members in Cadets Sunday 29/04/2012 1000 Queenscliff to St Kilda Race Wednesday 2/05/2012 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series 1 ‐ Race 5 Saturday 5/05/2012 1230 Squadron Trophy & Plate ‐ long race Saturday 5/05/2012 1400 Non‐aggregate Spinnaker Race Wednesday 9/05/2012 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series 1 ‐ Race 6 Wednesday 9/05/2012 1900 Regatta Lecture Series # 1 22 March 2012 Looking for a Crew? Looking for a Boat? ‐ We can assist ‐ 59166 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 22 March 2012 Get involved in the most competitive sailing event for women on Port Phillip Bay. If you are interested in competing in the 2012 Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta, we can assist. Getting involved is easy! We have boats looking for crew and crew looking for boats. We'll even have boats that are looking for a skipper and crew! Click here to add your message. Alternatively, come along to the AWKR launch on the 4th April 2012 or Education Seminars (Wednesday evenings during May 2012) to meet people, chat and see what boat spots are available. Or contact us by phone or email and we will endeavour to help match crew with boats. All enquiries to Allicia Rae, the sailing administrator at RMYS on 9534 0227 or racing@rmys.com.au SAILING RESULTS ‐ 59170 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 22 March 2012 On Sunday it was the turn of the junior members to skipper the keelboats around a club course for honours in the Napier Cup. Thanks to all boat owners who made their boats available. 19 boats ventured out for last night's twilight race which was sailed in what have been normal conditions for this season ‐ 20 knot south‐westerly and Code Flag Y. Saturday's club race was sailed in a light SSE wind on what will probably be one of the last warm days of the summer. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Class Racing Trophies ‐ Saturday 17th March 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Longshot Tigris Bushido Napier Cup ‐ Sunday 18th March Congratulations to Stephen Everton / Joe Krishnapillai sailing Take One 1st S800 Take One Stephen Everton / Joe Krishnapillai 2nd S62 Remedy Leroy Addison 3rd S47 Mrs Overnewton Sally Davis / Nelson Dean 4th S611 Deliverance Max Murraylee / Liam McLauchlan 5th S248 Tubasa Josh Lord Crisp / James Moeller Troubleshooters ‐ Twilight Sprint Series ‐ Wednesday 22nd March Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Eureka Remedy Leilani Best Start: Ellipse (1 second) Reminder When Code Flag Y is displayed all crew must wear lifejackets. Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Congratulations to Stephen Everton / Joe Krishnapillai sailing Take One 29 March 2012 BBQ THURSDAY APRIL 5TH before GOOD FRIDAY ‐ 59327 Smokey BBQ FINAL Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 March 2012 The LAST SMOKEY BBQ is on Thursday to enable you to feed up on meat. Please book with Jan and order oysters at only $8 a half dozen they are great value but we need your booking. Call Jan NOW 95340227 HELLY HANSEN 20% DISCOUNT SALE FOR RMYS ‐ 59330 GET YOUR WINTER GEAR NOW Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 March 2012 Helly Hansen have a great sale on NOW for all RMYS members. Go to the HH store or see our range in the office and get 20% discount. RACE OFFICER POSITION VACANT AT RMYS‐ PART TIME PAID Role ‐ 59333 RMYS RO Role Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 March 2012 RMYS requires a highly organised and professional Principal Race Officer (PRO) to conduct sailing events at the Squadron and to manage the yacht racing activities of RMYS including club racing, inter club events and regattas. ROYAL MELBOURNE YACHT SQUADRON Principal Race Officer (part time) RMYS requires a highly organised and professional Principal Race Officer (PRO) to conduct sailing events at the Squadron and to manage the yacht racing activities of RMYS including club racing, inter club events and regattas. The ideal person for the role will be a senior race officer experienced in conducting yacht racing and regattas to State, National and or International level. The PRO will work closely with the Sailing Administrator and be expected to lead and motivate volunteers, who will continue to be encouraged to donate their race management services to the Squadron. The successful candidate would be employed on a part time basis averaging approximately 2 days per week with the majority of racing held on Saturdays and Wednesdays. RESPONSIBILITIES 
Race management of selected Squadron races, interclub events (the Range series) & regattas 
Training development of Squadron volunteer race management personnel. 
Development of the Squadron race calendar in conjunction with the Sailing Committee 
Development of new regattas & sailing events in conjunction with the Sailing Committee 
Calculation & verification of selected Club racing results 
Provide development of Notice of Race (NOR) and Sailing Instructions (SI) documentation 
Supervision of the administration of all race documents using TopYacht regatta management software with an online event entry portal. 
Organisation of appropriate documents and attendance of Protest Committee hearings. EXPERIENCE 
Current qualifications as a Yachting Australia race officer to State level, minimum 
High level of experience gained in national and state regatta management as a P.R.O or Assistant PRO 
Well developed computer skills are essential including the ability to use MS Word and Excel spreadsheets. 
A knowledge of Top Yacht race management software would be advantage This is an exciting position which provides a competitive remuneration package, and an opportunity to help shape sailing events conducted at the Squadron. To discuss this role in confidence, please call Peter Dawson on (03) 9534 0227 alternatively written applications should be submitted to manager@rmys.com.au by close of business 30th of April 2012. WINTER RACE ENTRY MID WEEK MARINERS ‐ 59336 Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 March 2012 The Summer Wednesday racing has finished so it is time to turn your thoughts to the Wednesday afternoon Mid Week Mariner series. Race Entry is now open for the Mid Week Mariners (MWM) 30 race series which commences at 1330 on Wednesday 4 April after lunch in the Harbour Room. Notice of Race: Click here Race Entry: Click here Reminders in relation to Club Races: Safety Declarations and Insurance Certificates All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist and a current Insurance Certificate before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. SAILING RESULTS ‐ 59337 Racing Results Logo Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 March 2012 Delightful late autumn conditions saw 33 boats competing in the last twilight race of the season. All boats finished before sunset on a course along the shore between St Kilda and Port Melbourne. Sunday morning the Jennifer Goldsmith Trophy was sailed in light, fluky conditions. The Club Marine series finished for the year on 24 March with RMYS boats coming through on the last race. Jennifer Goldsmith Trophy 1st PHS Jungle Juice – Janet Weekend Option – Dean Sabina Rosser 2nd 3rd Tigris – Jan Fielding Troubleshooters ‐ Twilight Sprint Series ‐ Wednesday 28th March Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Johnny Be Goode HotShot Astarte Series Result 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Vagrant Seaya Addiction Best Start: Cloud Nine (1 second) Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Club Marine Series All details of final race and series scores, pictures of Saturday’s activities can be found at the Club Marine Series website. www.clubmarineseries.com.au Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations Help the AWKR raise money for the Cancer Council ‐ 59338 Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 March 2012 AWKR 2012 is supporting the Cancer Council by donating monies raised from raffles run at lectures and in the Olympic Bar after racing. Are you able to help us by donating prizes for the upcoming raffles? The AWKR is self‐funded and we also welcome any new sponsorship in the form of money or give‐aways for competitors. We welcome all contributions, no donation, raffle item, or competitor give‐away, is too small. Help the AWKR raise money for the Cancer Council. Do you have items to donate for raffle prizes? AWKR 2012 is supporting the Cancer Council by donating money raised from raffles run at lectures and in the Olympic Bar after racing. Are you able to help us by donating any prizes for the upcoming raffles? The AWKR is self‐funded and we also welcome any new sponsors – in the form of money or give aways for competitors. We welcome all contributions – no donation, raffle item, or competitor give away, is too small. RMYS has been a long‐time supporter of the Cancer Council with donations from entry fees and BBQ being donated form the Jennifer F Goldsmith Trophy (Lady Skipper’s race) since 2005. RMYS wanted to increase their support this year to assist the important work undertaken by the Cancer Council in the areas of research, education and patient support services. We would also like to take this opportunity to thank our existing sponsors who continue to make AWKR possible each year. We encourage you to ‘Get on Board’ to assist the Cancer Council through AWKR 2012. Contact Allicia Rae at RMYS on 9534 0227 AWKR Management Team March 2012 1 April 2012 BLiSS ‐ Brighton Lady Skippers Series ‐ 26th & 27th May ‐ 59720 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 1 April 2012 As a great lead up to the AWKR, RBYC are holding a Lady Skippers Race on the 26th & 27th May. Click on the link for the full race program and further details. The online entry will be up and running shortly and the Notice of Race will appear on the RBYC website in a few days. If you would like to enter 3 boats as a team (will all need to be boats of reasonably similar speeds so that they can all be in the same Division) just ring our Office on 9592 3092 and tell Mandy the details. If you will need berths for the Saturday night, again tell Mandy in the office and this will be sorted out for you. Other Links BLiSS 2012 Program
4 April 2012 ORCV RIP TOUR ‐ Sunday 15th April ‐ 59454 Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 4 April 2012 The Ocean Racing Club of Victoria's Rip Tour has been a highlight for years for anyone with an interest in Melbourne's gateway to the open seas. It is informative and truly educational. The next Tour is scheduled for Sunday 15th April 2012. For more details and to reserve your place, visit www.orcv.org.au or phone 03 9689 1622. For more details and to reserve your place, visit www.orcv.org.au or phone 03 9689 1622 Other Links ORCV RIP TOUR
Helly Hansen ‐ New 2012 Sailing Range and Exclusive Discount Offer ‐ 59679 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 4 April 2012 We have an exciting new range of Sailing apparel and accessories at our flagship Helly Hansen Melbourne store on Hardware Lane. We would like to invite all RMYS Members to come and take advantage of this exclusive Sailing Club offer we will be running until the 31st May. 20% off all full price products at Helly Hansen Melbourne Helly Hansen has a comprehensive range of performance sailing apparel and footwear designed for all needs from the offshore, high seas sailing adventurer to the costal cruiser. As we have come to the end of the twilight season and head towards winter now is the perfect time to kit out ready for the change in weather. To take advantage of this exclusive discount, members would simply need to present their membership card in store or quote the club name they belong to. I look forward to either seeing you on the water or in the store soon. Yours sincerely, Tom Hall Store Manager SCANDINAVIAN DESIGN SINCE 1877 HELLY HANSEN MELBOURNE 17‐19 Hardware lane, Melbourne, VIC 3000 Phone‐ (03) 9602 2480 Email‐ hardwarelanemanager@hellyhansen.com.au www.hellyhansen.com.au 5 April 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 59480 Racing Results Logo Peter Dawson, Thursday, 5 April 2012 Yesterday was a glorious day for the first of the winter Mid Week Mariners races sunshine, blue sky, flat seas and an Indian summer. On Friday night 10 yachts set out in a light northerly on a balmy evening for the Simrad Big Bay Challenge race which finished in a stiff south‐ westerly 20 hours later. Results: Big Bay Challenge First Second Third PHS S70 Hotshot S55 Avanale R35 Laurelle AMS R35 Laurelle S62 Remedy S55 Avanale IRC R35 Laurelle S62 Remedy S47 Mrs Overnewton Click here for BBC results Mid Week Mariners Series 1 Race 1 1st S180 Cafe latte 2nd S269 Walu 3rd S262 Estarte Best Start: AUS61 Tigris and Seeya tied on 2 secs Click here for Winter results Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. SAILING Calendar for the next 6 weeks ‐ 59481 Peter Dawson, Thursday, 5 April 2012 The Sailing Committee requests that you keep abreast of the up‐coming events. Click Here For 2011‐2012 Calendar. The calendar is also included in the Red Book. THE SAILING EVENTS for the next 6 weeks are listed below. Note the Ruth Nangle and Jeanette Turnbull Trophies have been rescheduled to 28 and 29 March respectively. Refer the Notice to Competitors 2012 Summer NoR Amendment 4. DAY DATE START TIME RACE DETAIL Wednesday 11‐Apr 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series I Race 2 Saturday 14‐Apr 1300 Measurement Trophy series (2 short races = 2 Agg results but Combin
AMS trophies) Wednesday 18‐Apr 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series I Race 3 Saturday 21‐Apr 1400 Services Shield ‐ Edward Lumley Series Heat 3 Sunday 22‐Apr 0830 JUNIOR SQUAD ‐ Summer Series Race 8 Wednesday 25‐Apr 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series I Race 4 Saturday 28‐Apr 0730 Ruth Nangle Trophy ‐ Perpetual to Queenscliff Sunday 29‐Apr 0900 JUNIOR SQUAD ‐ Invitation Race, Senior Members in Cadets Sunday 29‐Apr 1000 Jeannette Turnbull Trophy Queenscliff to St. Kilda (RMYS long ht4) Wednesday 02‐May 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series I Race 5 Saturday 05‐May 1230 Squadron Trophy & Plate‐ long race (RMYS long ht5) Saturday 05‐May 1400 Non‐aggregate Spinnaker Race Wednesday 09‐May 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series I Race 6 Saturday 12‐May 1400 Non‐Aggregate race or spare for rescheduled race Wednesday 16‐May 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series I Race 7 Saturday 19‐May 1330 J.H. McDonald Series Race 1 Wednesday 23‐May 1400 UNi‐PRO ‐ Midweek Mariners Series I Race 8 SAILING ‐ NoR Amendment No. 4 ‐ 59482 Peter Dawson, Thursday, 5 April 2012 The Sailing Committee advises there has been an amendment to the Summer Notice of Race. The Ruth Nangle and Jeanette Turnbull Trophies have been rescheduled to 28 and 29 April respectively. The Non‐aggregate Spinnaker Race scheduled for 5th May is now cancelled. Refer the Notice to Competitors 2012 Summer NoR Amendment 4. Click here for Notices of Race. The Ruth Nangle Trophy requires a separate entry. Please enter on‐line. Click here for on‐line entry If you have any queries in relation to this event please contact Allicia Rae, Sailing Administrator via email racing@rmys.com.au or 9534 0227. Simrad Big Bay Challenge 2012 ‐ 59483 Off Shore Marine and SIMRAD presentation Peter Dawson, Thursday, 5 April 2012 The Simrad Big Bay Challenge was great last weekend and enjoyed by everyone who took part. Last Friday night 10 yachts set out from Royal Melbourne, Hobson’s Bay and Royal Victoria to compete in the Simrad Big Bay Challenge 2012. The weather was light and balmy on Friday making for a pleasant evening for all crews on deck, but Saturday morning brought a change in the winds to a steady 25‐30 knots from the north, swinging around to the south and gusting to 40 knots with 2 metre waves. Radio skeds were completed every 4 hours with ease this year using the repeater on channel 82. Thank you to RO Alistair Hart and all of the radio volunteers who kept an ear out for the radio at all hours of the day and night. Great effort! The Simrad Big Bay Challenge concluded on Saturday afternoon after 20 hours of racing around the bay, final positions were plotted on charts and distances were measured so that Colin from Offshore Marine could present the vouchers on behalf of Simrad. The vouchers are able to be used on all Navico products including Simrad, B&G and Lawrence. 1st Place – S70 Hotshot – Terry Swalwell – Presented with $1200 voucher. 2nd Place – S55 Avanale – Phil Battey – Presented with $700 voucher. 3rd Place – R35 – Laurelle – Ray Borrett – Presented with $500 voucher. The presentation dinner was attended by 90 people, where everyone had the chance to check out the latest Triton Instrument from B&G. Thanks again to all of the volunteers and sailors who took part and to Colin from Offshore Marine for representing this year’s sponsor Simrad. We hope to see all of this year’s boats and more competing in the 2013 Big Bay Challenge. 6 April 2012 Improve your boat results NOW with the 'Start to Win' coaching program ‐ Thursday 19th April ‐ 58996 Leigh Brennan‐Smith, RMYS St.Kilda, Friday, 6 April 2012 Mark Tonner Joyce, a highly regarded State level coach, has been booked by RMYS to deliver the 'Start to Win' coaching program commencing 19th April, 2012. Limited places for race boats & indvidual crew persons are available. “Start to win” coaching program ‐ limited places for booking now ‐ revised Mark Tonner Joyce, a highly regarded State level coach, has been booked to deliver the “Start to Win” coaching program commencing 19th April, 2012. If you’re crew is keen to get better results on the racecourse this is the program you should be considering. This renownedon boat coaching program includes six 75 minute “thinking” seminars (normally Friday evenings at 6.15pm) and four all day Sunday onwater sessions using your own boat. If you are an indvidual crew wishing to join this highly regarded program please contact Leigh to register your interest. Commencing with a thinking seminar on Thursday April 19 th, this program addresses the key issues facing race crews including: 
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How to build racing skills for competitive advantage (weather, starting techniques, tactics, rules & execution) Reinforcing good practice (boat speed, team skills, boat handling) & removing poor practices Providing a fun supported learning environment for adults More information including program dates is available by following this link (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) The program fee for the six seminars & four onwater all day sessions is $1,500 per boat (which is normally shared by the crew). If you are an indvidual crew wishing to join this highly regarded program please contact Leigh to register your interest. You will placed on a yacht with spaces available. Confirmed program dates Thinking seminars (6): 6.15 pm to 7.30 pm Onwater training days (4): 9am to 5pm Thurs 19, Friday 27 April, Friday 4,11,18,25 May Sunday May 6, 13, 20, 25 Bookings are limited to the first seven boats and can be secured via the payment of a deposit to the Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy. Individual crew members also welcome. All enquires and booking to Leigh Brennan‐Smith email: training@rmys.com.au or 05340059 or mobile 0412 96301. 8 April 2012 Slipping & Yard Storage ‐ BOOK YOUR SLIPPING DATE NOW ‐ 59876 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 8 April 2012 We have some open time slots opening up in June for yard bookings. If you intend to slip your vessel please get your booking form in early. On average the waiting time from November onwards can be up to an 8 weeks so get in early. Don't wait until just before you intend to slip your boat to submit the Slipping application form. 9 April 2012 AWKR Accommodation Special @ the Novotel ‐ 59713 Jan Fielding, Monday, 9 April 2012 If you looking for accommodation close to RMYS during the regatta, look no further than the Novotel located in The Esplanade, St Kilda. Click on the link for further details. Other Links Discount Details
Eye wash station in yard ‐ 59875 Jan Fielding, Monday, 9 April 2012 Near the steps to the change room doors there is an emergency eye wash station. This equipment must not be obstructed and anything left in front of the station will be immediately removed. This includes cutting any chains or bike locks which RMYS will hold no responsibility for their replacement. 12 April 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 59608 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 12 April 2012 Race 2 of the UNi‐Pro Midweek Mariners was a perfect afternoon for a sail with 10‐15 knot South‐
westerlies and sunshine. Don't forget the Measurement Trophy Series (2 Short Races) on Saturday. It's part of the Summer Block Entry. On line entry for Ruth Nangle race is open again as it has been rescheduled to 28th April. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results UNi‐PRO Midweek Mariners Series 1 – Wednesday 11th April Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd Obsession Astarte Tigris Best Start: Matrix & Eureka ‐ equal on (2 seconds) Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 14 April 2012 Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) LAUNCH ‐ 4th April ‐ What did you miss? ‐ 59712 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 14 April 2012 The AWKR launch was held in the Harbour Room at RMYS on 4th April and was well attended by those keen to learn about any changes to this year's AWKR. The person who attended from furthest away would have to have been Dianne Schwerdt who represented the South Australian competitors. Yachting Victoria was well represented with the CEO, Steve Walker, in attendance, as well as Cherry Birch and Sam Watson. Linda Goldsmith, RMYS Commodore, announced that South Australia, Tasmania and Canberra have confirmed attendance this year, with interest also from Sydney and New York. She took the opportunity to thank the AWKR Organising Committee, which is lead by Janina Goethel, for their ongoing work on the Regatta. Competitors took the opportunity to swap notes with Dennis Livingstone, again assisting us on the Protest Committee, one of our lecturers and a YA State Coach Mark Tonner‐Joyce and Paul Pascoe, International Judge. Fresh new lecturers were announced for this year, with these including Olympian Sarah Blanck, Johnny Rodgers ‐ VIS sailing coach, Mark Tonner Joyce ‐ YA sailing coach and Paul Pascoe ‐International PRO and Judge. Janet Dean, the club handicapper, announced that the AWKR will return to the method of assigned handicaps for the start of the Regatta that will change quickly. This is the same method used at Airlie Beach and Hamilton Island Regattas. An exciting membership deal was announced for the Regatta, for men and women. This will be available instead of temporary membership and will be even better value. For more information, please contact Allicia Rae, Sailing Administrator at RMYS on 9534 0227. 15 April 2012 RMYS polar fleece blankets ‐ 59816 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 15 April 2012 Get cosy with a RMYS polar fleece blanket. These blankets are HUGE and perfect for those cool days on the water. The blanket's unique method of construction provides extraordinary warmth and softness, plus it's easy to clean as it's both machine washable and tumble‐dry safe. Available in Navy or Cherry Red embroidered with the RMYS Burgee only $45.00. 18 April 2010 RMYS Locker Opportunity ‐ 59811 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 18 April 2012 Sick and tired of carrying all your sailing gear to RMYS, why not rent a locker for $110.00 a year. All you're required to do is to provide your own padlock & key and advise the office of the locker number you would like to rent. If interested please contact the office on 9534 0227 to arrange your locker rental. Could all locker renters please contact the Office to confirm your locker rental and number. Any lockers that are locked without authorization will have the locks and contents removed from May 1st as per the sign posted in the change rooms. Ebreeze Publications ‐ 59814 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 18 April 2012 As of next week Ebreeze will arrive to you every Tuesday instead of Thursday. Not a subscriber to Ebreeze? It's easy to join the email list www.rmys.com.au ‐ For Members ‐ Newsletters or click on the attached link. If you have any articles or suggestions for Ebreeze please contact Jan Fielding on 9534 0227. Click here for RMYS Newsletter subscriptions 19 April 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 59704 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 19 April 2012 Race 3 of the UNi‐Pro Midweek Mariners proved to be a gorgeous afternoon to go for a sail. Saturday's Measurement Trophy Series (2 short races) was hosted by RYCV. Online entries for the Ruth Nangle/Jeanette Turnbull Race to Queenscliff close tomorrow. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Measurement Trophy Series ‐ Saturday 14th April 1st 2nd 3rd IRC Salamander Mood Indigo Jungle Juice & Gienah AMS Addiction Salamander Take Five PHS Mood Indigo Addiction Mrs Overnewton UNi‐PRO Midweek Mariners Series 1 ‐ Wednesday 19th April Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd Caffe Latte Charlotte Matador Best Start: Obsession ‐ 2 seconds Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. The Annual RMYS Golf Day ‐ 59754 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 19 April 2012 We were blessed with a glorious day and much fun was had by all at the Albert Park Golf course on the 15th April 4 teams of 4 played 18 holes of Ambrose rules. The teams are selected out of a hat so as not to have all the good golfers playing together. The winners were: Ladies nearest to pin Lesley Davenport Men’s nearest to pin John Cotterell (our quizmaster) Women’s longest drive Sabina Rosser by a whisker Men’s longest drive Peter Woollard as usual Team winners: Sabina Rosser, Janine Walker, John Cotterell and Mick McGill There was a tie for second place, so it was hotly contested. Al and Jude Watkins came along to very capably cook the BBQ for us and the trophies were presented. 20 April 2012 Celebrate Mothers Day @ RMYS ‐ Sunday 13th May from 11.30am ‐ 59715 Jan Fielding, Friday, 20 April 2012 Show your mum some love and bring her down to RMYS on May 13th. This mother's day we are organising a Sunday brunch in the Harbour Room. $ 55 per head includes glass of bubbly / beer on arrival Buffet lunch and tea and coffee. $ 25 Children's option. It’s that time again to wake up a little earlier on a Sunday and show your mum some love. This mother’s day we are organising a Sunday brunch in the Harbour Room. $ 55 per head includes glass of bubbly / beer on arrival Buffet lunch and tea and coffee. $ 25 Children’s option Lunch will be served from 12.30pm in the Harbour Room overlooking the gorgeous Port Phillip Bay. The Harbour Room will be open 11.30 – 3pm. You may want to finish your lunch off with a port in the Olympic bar continuing until 8pm Roast pumpkin soup with crusty bread Sliced smoked salmon, herbed crème fraiche, cornichons Individual tomato and vincotto onion tarte tatins – basil goat’s cheese Quinoa salad, ‐ Quinoa, mint, pomegranate, cucumber & fetta Chicken Pear and basil toasted finger sandwiches Many mushroom and herb mascarpone toasted finger sandwiches Cheese board with accompaniments Fresh fruit boards Mini Cheesecakes Pavlova Roulade with fresh strawberries Bookings can be made at the Olympic bar or on olympicbar@rmys.com.au Please include your contact phone number for confirmations. 22 April 2012 Olympic Bar Trading Hours for Saturday 28th April ‐ 59807 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 22 April 2012 The Olympic Bar will not be opening on Saturday 28th @ 7.30am as advertised in the red book, instead opening at the regular time of 10.00am So please come in for a coffee, muffin and have a read of the paper at the RMYS overlooking the fantastic Port Phillip bay. AWKR Lecture Series ‐ Wednesday 9th May @ 7.00pm ‐ Sarah Blanck ‐ 59867 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 22 April 2012 Sarah Ogilvie (Blanck) is an Australian Sailor known best for her Olympic campaigns in Athens in 2004 sailing in the Europe and again in 2008 in the Laser Radial. Sarah just missed out on the podium, placing 4th at both Olympics. Sarah began sailing at the age of 11 in a Minnow out of Blairgowrie, she has won many awards including Australian Sailor of the Year, Victorian Sailor of the Year, Australian Junior Athlete of the Year and Australian Youth Sailor of the Year. Sarah will be discussing pre‐regatta preparation and strategy on the 9th of May in the Harbour Room. DINNER IS AVAILABLE WEDNESDAY NIGHTS BUT PLEASE BOOK IF YOU HAVE A GROUP. Bike Owners ‐ Important info ‐ Register your bike before it's removed !!!!! ‐ 59874 Jan Fielding, Monday, 22 April 2013 To assist with managing the overcrowding of bikes and so RMYS management know they have not been abandoned, please register at the RMYS office to receive a tag. Bikes will be checked regularly and any untagged and not registered will be removed. NOTE: The bike rack located at the northern end of the yard is to be relocated for day commuter use. Thankyou, RMYS Management 23 April 2012 Wine and Cheese Tasting 'THE SECOND BITE' ‐ Friday 4th May ‐ 59680 Jan Fielding, Monday, 23 April 2012 Due to an overwhelming response, Jeremy Spradbury from Calendar Cheese and Red and White Wines have agreed to hold a second sitting in the Olympic Bar on Friday, 4 May 2012 at 8.30 pm, after dinner. There are limited spots available – bookings will be accepted in the order they are received on the Olympic Bar email – olympicbar@rmys.com.au. Could you please also indicate whether you wish to have dinner beforehand. The cost is $20.00 per head for the tasting. If not fully booked beforehand, bookings will close on Tuesday, 1 May 2012. Other Links Poster
The Liaisons ‐ Live music in the Olympic Bar ‐ Friday 27th April – UPDATE ‐ 59689 Jan Fielding, Monday, 23 April 2012 It's a while since we've had a live band on a Friday night. Bring your friends along to the Burger & Band night in the Olympic Bar. Dinner Bookings are now full! but your most welcome to come along and listen to the band ‐ Bar Snacks will be available. Bookings are essential email to olympicbar@rmys.com.au 24 April 2012 Yachting Victoria ‐ Awards Night ‐ TONIGHT Thursday 26th April ‐ 59709 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 24 April 2012 Yachting Victoria would like to extend an invitation to all RMYS members to help celebrate another successful sailing year for the Club Marine Series and the Association Cup. The awards night will be held at RMYS in the Harbour Room starting at 6.30pm. Click on the link for RSVP details and more information. Other Links Awards Night Invitation
26 April 2012 Start Spreading the News........Dennis Conner Challenge Regatta in New York ‐ planning meeting Thursday 3rd May – 59701 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 26 April 2012 RMYS has been successful in its application for entry into the international invitation‐only Regatta to be held at Manhattan Sailing Club in August 2012. Entry to the Regatta is by invitation only, and we are very excited that RMYS has been successful in its application. The Regatta is held at Manhattan Sailing Club, conducted in J24’s and has America’s Cup legend Dennis Conner as its patron. Teams from Ireland, Brazil, Japan, USA, England, Italy and Sydney have been entered and will be competing with RMYS in a series of 6 races over 3 days. All races are held on the Hudson River, on the western edge of Manhattan and include a race around the Statue of Liberty. An active social program accompanies the racing program and guests will be well catered for at the Regatta Reception at New York Town Hall and the festivities at the Club House, a retired cruise boat anchored on the Hudson. All enquiries welcome, both sailing and social. We have members going to sail and members and member’s friends going just to be a part of the social scene. Registrations of interest please to Jan Hurst, Member Services Officer at RMYS on 9534 0227. A planning meeting will be held on Thursday 3 May at 6.30 pm in the Olympic bar at RMYS. All welcome. Linda Goldsmith Commodore RMYS Other Links More Information
(Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) SAILING RESULTS ‐ 59809 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 26 April 2012 The Edward Lumley Series Race 3 was held last Saturday in pretty good conditions. The race was shortened at the top mark after a few laps to ease the pressure on the tail‐enders. All boats were kept on their toes as the top mark ended up in the middle of Elwood Sailing Club's dinghy fleet due to a wind shift. Heat 4 of the UNi‐Pro Midweek Mariners was cancelled yesterday due to strong winds and relatively uncomfortable looking seas. The members who came down enjoyed a hearty winter lunch and the traditional ANZAC Day match between Essendon and Collingwood, which the Pies won by a point. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Edward Lumley Series ‐ Saturday 21st April 1st 2nd 3rd IRC Jungle Juice Salamander III Matador AMS Jungle Juice Ellipse Portofino PHS Ellipse Jungle Juice Siren Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. NAUTILUS MARINE INSURANCE PORT PHILLIP MEARUREMENT SERIES SPONSOR ‐ 59813 Nautilus Marine Insurance Port Phillip Series June 23rd to Sept 1st 2012 Allicia Rae, Thursday, 26 April 2012 The naming right sponsor for this event which is open to all clubs on and around the bay is Nautilus Marine Insurance. Together with CSG Copier and Printing Services, IBG insurance brokers, Helly Hansen and Simrad great prizes of real value to the boat owner will be offered across all races and divisions. You have to be in it to win it!!! Other Links Nautilus Marine Insurance
28 April 2012 AUTUMN RMYS Membership Special Offer ‐ Until the 11th June ‐ 59866 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 28 April 2012 It's autumn, the leaves are falling and so is the cost of joining RMYS. To help celebrate the 22nd AWKR we are offering a 50% discount for NEW CREW MEMBERSHIP. This is a unique offer which is available during the month of May and through to the weekend of the AWKR ‐ June 11th 2012 and it is unlikely to be repeated. If anyone has been considering becoming a RMYS Crew Member now is the time to act. This offer is being made to assist new crew members to join RMYS so they can to compete in the AWKR with a YA silver card status or to anyone else who wishes to be a long term crew member with RMYS. Skippers are invited to approach those who have not committed in the past to sign up. If anyone has been considering becoming a crew member, now is the time to act. The offer applies to NEW APPLICANTS only, and does not apply to existing members of any membership category. The special conditions are available in detail when an application is made. The formal application process is to be followed and the standard form is to be completed. Contact Jan Hurst on 9534 0227 or jan@rmys.com.au Click here for a RMYS Membership Application Form Other Links Poster
30 April 2012 Nautilus Marine Winter Series ‐ ENTRIES NOW OPEN ‐ 53707 P Dawson, Monday, 30 April 2012 Announcing the inaugural Nautilus Marine Insurance Port Phillip Measurement Championship Series June 23rd to September 1st 2012. Click on the links below to find out more on entry, prizes, dates and sponsors. Call Allicia Rae on 03 9534 0227 or email racing@rmys.com.au This winter sailing on Port Phillip will heat up with the inaugural Port Phillip Measurement Championship Series, sponsored by Nautilus Marine, commencing on Saturday 23rd June 2012. This series will consist of 6 races, held over 6 Saturdays between June and September. The focus is on AMS and IRC, there will also be prizes awarded for EHC. If you are not measured, don't worry, there will be a non‐spinnaker division as well, so you can still compete and enjoy a great series. Historically, Port Phillip doesn't normally offer anything more than club racing, but that is about to end with this new and exciting series open to all yachts on Port Phillip. Entry for RMYS registered yachts is free. For competing yachts from other clubs the entry fee will be $25 per race or $150 for the series. With an impressive list of sponsors backing this event there are sure to be some great prizes. So will you and your crew compete in this exciting series and be crowned the Champion of Port Phillip? Entry will be available online via the Nautilus Marine Winter Series 2012 link below. For more information please contact Allicia Rae on 9534 0227 or racing@rmys.com.au Other Links Event brochure and information
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Nautilus Marine Insurance PPMS ‐ Entry link with NOR and SI ‐ 59812 PUT THEM ON DECK IN WINTER Allicia Rae, Monday, 30 April 2012 Skippers and crew from Port Phillip and beyond are invited to join the RMYS team to contest the inaugural Nautilus Marine Insurance Port Phillip Measurement Championship Series for AMS, IRC, EHC and Non‐Spinnaker divisions. Social events will include the Launch, Mid Series BBQ and Presentation evening. Dates will be confirmed at the time gets closer, so keep an eye on the website and e‐Breeze newsletter. RMYS opens this event to all, so we can build a traditional Yachties event that provides great competition, skills testing, fantastic prizes, and fun social events at a fair cost. Please feel welcome to join in and be part of building a tradition. For more information please contact Allicia Rae at racing@rmys.com.au Click here for NoR Click here for SI Entry For more information contact Allicia at racing@rmys.com.au SAILING RESULTS ‐ 59861 Jan Fielding, Monday, 30 April 2012 It was an early start for the 9 yachts competing in the Ruth Nangle on Saturday. Light winds and a gorgeous sunrise greeted the crews for a race under spinnakers, which everyone finished in just over 3 hours. On Sunday after what seems to have been a great night out on the town in Queenscliff, the yachts headed back to St Kilda racing the Jeanette Turnbull. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Ruth Nangle Trophy ‐ Saturday 28th April 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Chardonnay Take Five Sea Eagle Jeanette Turnbull Trophy ‐ Sunday 29th April 1st 2nd 3rd IRC Remedy Gienah Take Five AMS Chardonnay Addiction Remedy PHS Matrix Chardonnay Remedy Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 1 May 2012 Important Meeting for Foundation Marina and Royal Melbourne Members this Wednesday 2nd May 2012 at 7.00pm ‐ 59860 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 1 May 2012 We encourage all Foundation Marina and RMYS Members to attend this extremely important meeting, discussion will be invited on outcomes of City of Port Phillip Statutory Planning Meeting of April 2012. And just to finish off the meeting, an update on Sailing. At the City of Port Phillip Statutory Planning Meeting in April 2012, a decision was made by Council to put the Breakwater design of the new St Kilda Safe Harbour to further public consultation, thus deferring consideration of endorsement of the design to a later date. So, what does this mean for the Marina Project? At the meeting we will explain the Planning Permit Compliance issue before Council, the implications of the decision and how RMYS members can assist the Squadron with the process. At the meeting, you will also meet representatives from GHD the Project Engineer and also representatives of the Construction Superintendent. In addition to all the Marina news, come along and hear about Sailing; Port Phillip Measurement series, Regatta at the Manhattan Sailing Club and the 22nd Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta in June. Please see the attached Agenda. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting and thank you for your continued support. Linda Goldsmith Commodore RMYS Other Links Agenda
3 May 2012 LectureTopics & Speakers for 2012 Wednesdays @ 7pm ‐ 59919 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 3 May 2012 In the lead up to the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR), Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS) will again be hosting the popular Regatta Lecture Series which are free and open to everyone. They are held on Wednesday nights at 7pm in the Harbour Room. Dinner is available prior to the lectures in the Olympic Room. All dinner bookings can be made via email to olympicbar@rmys.com.au. Raffles will be held with proceeds going to the Cancer Council. Prizes will include a range of items such as Palais tickets, an office chair from 'ecf', and even a skydive, yes, you heard correctly, a skydive from 'skydive the beach melbourne'! So come and improve your sailing skills whilst helping the Cancer Council! This year there are exciting new speakers, presenting some interesting new topics for 2012. 2012 SPEAKERS & TOPICS: 9th May Pre‐regatta preparation & strategy Sarah Ogilvie (previously Blanck) ‐ 2004 & 2008 Olympian 16th May Sail Trim in light winds Mark Tonner‐Joyce ‐ YA State Coach 23rd May Downwind Tactics Johnny Rodgers ‐ VIS Head Sailing Coach 30th May How to win a protest and still keep your friends Paul Pascoe ‐ International Judge Each speaker is an expert in the field of sailing with an astounding list of achievements. Each lecture will be unmissable if you are serious about sailing. We thank them for sharing their expertise with us. Sarah Ogilvie (previously Blanck) is an Australian Sailor best known for her Olympic sailing campaigns in Athens in 2004 and again in 2008 in the Laser Radial. Sarah just missed out on the podium, placing 4th at both Olympics. Sarah has won many awards including Australian Sailor of the Year, Victorian Sailor of the Year, Australian Junior Athlete of the Year and Australian Youth Sailor of the Year. Mark Tonner‐Joyce is a skilled educator and YA state coach. For more than 20 years he has been recruited to assist in developing skills for “around the buoys racing”. Mark’s clients include Olympians Sarah Ogilvie and Krystal Weir, Yachting Victoria and Yachting Queensland. As a competitor, Mark has undertaken 2 Olympics selections campaigns in the Laser and has competed at National, Regional and World Championships in both Lasers and Etchells. In 2011 Mark was presented with Yachting Victoria’s Coaching Program of the Year award for his work at the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria. Johnny Rodgers was appointed as Head Coach to the sailing team at the Victorian Institute of Sport (VIS) in late 2009. Johnny was previously the Development Manager at Yachting Victoria and Head Coach at Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club. Johnny’s other coaching credentials include Head Coach of the New Zealand 470 Easter Camp, Coach to the Victorian 29er World’s team and the New Zealand High Performance Academy Coach. Johnny was awarded with Yachting Victoria’s Coach of the Year award in 2009. Paul Pascoe has been an International Judge since 1994. He has worked at the last 4 Olympics doing IT related work and is currently working on the 2012 London Olympic Games results and news systems. Paul is currently the Chairman of the ISAF Multihull Commission and is attempting to get multihulls back into the Olympic Games for 2016. He also coached the British Olympic Tornado Squad for 4 years leading up to the 1996 Olympics. As a sailor, Paul started out sailing a Sabot and also successfully sailed on catamarans for 25 years. We look forward to seeing you at RMYS Harbour room for these excellent lectures designed to improve our sailing skills and tactics. Please contact Allicia Rae, RMYS Sailing Administrator email racing@rmys.com.au or Ph: 03 9534 0227 if you have any queries. Other Links Lecture Series List
8 May 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 60003 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 8 May 2012 The UNi‐PRO Midweek Mariners Race 5 was run in cold, blustery conditions, gusting to 28 knots. Nine yachts stood up to the challenge of Melbourne's winter that has set in rather quickly. The Squadron Trophy and Plate was contested on Saturday. The race was started in very foggy conditions with good wind strength, but was shortened as the wind began to die, so that even the slowest boats would finish within the time limit. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results UNi‐PRO Midweek Mariners Series I ‐ Wednesday 2nd May Race 5 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Seaya Mrs Overnewton Sunshine Best start was won by Astarte on 3 seconds Squadron Trophy & Plate ‐ Saturday 5th May 1st 2nd 3rd IRC Matador Gienah Take Five AMS Matador Gienah Take Five PHS Matador Gienah Primitive Cool Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 10 May 2012 If you missed the Sarah Ogilvie (previously Blanck) lecture, you missed a good one! ‐ 60124 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 10 May 2012 The first lecture was even better than anticipated, with Sarah Ogilvie (previously Blanck), Australian Olympic sailor in 2004 and 2008, providing some really helpful and specific tips for the sailors of all levels
who attended. It was great to have a sailor of Sarah's calibre in the club sharing her knowledge. Sarah's notes from the lecture can be downloaded from the AWKR page, under the Women in Sailing tab, on the RMYS website. It is well worth doing. Click here for Sarah's lecture notes. Lucky winners of the raffle won a Northshore bag, massage voucher from Rina Reiss and a $150 Sapore voucher. The $185 raised from the raffle will be donated to the Cancer Council. Click here to donate. AWKR Online entries are now open. Click here to enter. Sarah Blanck Sarah Blanck ‐ lecture #1 11 May 2012 Working Bee ‐ Sunday 20th May @ 1000 hrs ‐ 59611 Jan Fielding, Friday, 11 May 2012 Your Squadron Needs You Attend the Squadron Working Bee on Sunday 20th May and save paying the levy, help to keep our Club rooms, marina and yard in working order. Please roll up about 1000hrs sign the register and give a few hours of your time. We would much rather have your work than your levy! The convenor of this event will be Ian Lodewyckx. Please contact Jan Hurst for more information ‐ jan@rmys.com.au 12 May 2012 Annual Trophy Presentation Night ‐ Saturday 26th May ‐ BOOK NOW!!! ‐ 59659 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 12 May 2012 Did you win a Trophy last season? Even if you didn't, this is a great night to support your fellow sailors. Presentations include the prestigious Centenary Trophy. The night begins with pre‐dinner drinks on us between 6.30 pm and 7.00 pm, followed by dinner consisting of entrée, main, petit fours, tea and coffee. Date: Saturday, 26 May 2012 Time: 6.30 pm for 7.00 pm Dress: Jacket and tie for men, after 5 for women. Cost: $62.00 per head Bookings to Jan Hurst: 9534 0227 or jan@rmys.com.au by Friday, 18th May 2012. There will be a raffle with great prizes and after the presentations, you can dance the night away with the fabulous band, the Liaisons. Other Links Booking Form
Lecture Topics & Speakers for 2012 Wednesdays @ 7pm ‐ 60127 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 12 May 2012 In the lead up to the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR), Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS) will again be hosting the popular Regatta Lecture Series which are free and open to everyone. They are held on Wednesday nights at 7pm in the Harbour Room. Dinner is available prior to the lectures in the Olympic Room. All dinner bookings can be made via email to olympicbar@rmys.com.au. Raffles will be held with proceeds going to the Cancer Council. Prizes will include a range of items such as Palais tickets, an office chair from 'ecf', and even a skydive, yes, you heard correctly, a skydive from 'skydive the beach melbourne'! So come and improve your sailing skills whilst helping the Cancer Council! This year there are exciting new speakers, presenting some interesting new topics for 2012. Still to come – 16th May Sail Trim in light winds Mark Tonner‐Joyce ‐ YA State Coach 23rd May Downwind Tactics Johnny Rodgers ‐ VIS Head Sailing Coach 30th May How to win a protest and still keep your friends Paul Pascoe ‐ International Judge Each speaker is an expert in the field of sailing with an astounding list of achievements. Each lecture will be unmissable if you are serious about sailing. We thank them for sharing their expertise with us. Other Links Lecture Series List
14 May 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 60121 Jan Fielding, Monday, 14 May 2012 It was a windy Wednesday for the UNi‐PRO Midweek Mariners Race 6 on the 9th and the Y flag was raised to ensure everyone had their PFDs on. Seaya took out the best start by sailing down the line and nudging her bow across the line only 1 second after the horn. Saturdays Non‐Aggregate race was cancelled due to only 2 participants coming to the start line. The 5 participants for the 'The Start To Win' training course enjoyed a brisk 20 plus knots whilst practising 'Hitting the Start Line'. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results UNi‐PRO Midweek Mariners Series I ‐ Wednesday 9th May Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Seaya Hotshot Ceilidh Lass Best start was won by Seaya on 1 second Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Cruising Group Dinner & Meeting ‐ Wednesday June 6th 7pm ‐ 60266 Jan Fielding, Monday, 14 May 2012 RMYS & FYC cruising groups are meeting to present the trophies to the 'winners' from the labour day cruise. Meals are available with port and cheese served afterwards and a great presentation event during the dinner. The cruising group had an adventure through the heads to Flinders on the Labour day Weekend. Eight boats and 30 crew came to FYC to celebrate with a special seafood night and a race on the Sunday. There were a few special events and incidents during the weekend that we will recount and Greg Thompson has assembled a special running sheet for the night. FYC have invited us back next year and we aim to make it an annual event. As 3 of the FYC boats are also RMYS members we have a good connection. All RMYS members interested in cruising are invited along to check out the fun and games of the group. Call Peter Dawson or email manager@rmys.com.au 15 May 2012 JH McDONALD WINTER PURSUIT SERIES ‐ Entries Now Open ‐ 60090 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 15 May 2012 The summer weekend season has finished so it's time to turn your thoughts to winter racing on Port Phillip. Enter on‐line for this hotly‐contested series. On‐line entry for the JH McDonald Winter Pursuit series, which commences on 19 May, is now open. Notice of Race: Click here On‐line entry: Click here If you have any queries in relation to this event please contact Allicia Rae, Sailing Administrator via email racing@rmys.com.au or 9534 0227. Club Member Mark Buckley appointed Senior Keelboat Instructor & Instructor Assessor by Yachting Australia ‐ 60262 Mark with students on board "Cafe Latte", the Academy's J80 Leigh Brennan‐Smith, Tuesday, 15 May 2012 The Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy is proud to announce that Mark Buckley, a long term Senior Member of RMYS and owner of 'New Morning II', has recently been assessed by Yachting Australia as a Senior Keelboat Instructor and Instructor Assessor in the Keelboat Training Scheme for Victoria. Mark recently attended the Yachting Australia National Training Conference in Southport, QLD on 17 ‐ 19th May on behalf of The Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy, which is a Yachting Australia Training Centre. He has been teaching Keelboat students at Royal Melbourne since the beginning of 2012 and is highly regarded by students for his knowledge & patience. Training Academy Principal, Leigh Brennan‐Smith says: "Mark's Senior Keelboat Instructor qualification will allow the Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy to begin offeringKeelboat SPINNAKER and Keelboat RACING courses, in addition to the Keelboat CREW, HELM and SEAMANSHIP course offered presently. These courses are part of the nationally recognised National Keelboat Training Scheme launched by Yachting Australia in 2011. The new Keelboat SPINNAKER course will allow intermediate keelboat crews to develop their skills in both Asymmetric and Symmetric Spinnaker handling skills using the Training Academy's J ‐boat keelboats. The Keelboat RACING skills 12 hour course will also allow crews & skippers to improve their knowledge of racing keelboats including pre ‐ race preparation, starting tactics, first beat, mark rounding, downwind tactics, finishing and racing rules. The new 12 hour Keelboat courses will be launched in July 2012, ideally timed to allow winter skills development before the new 2012/13 sailing season commences. As an Instructor Assessor, Mark will also be training and assessing new Keelboat Instructors in Victoria on behalf of Yachting Australia. This is recognition of Mark's skills both as an excellent sailor and highly regarded trainer." For information about the Keelboat training courses and other Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy courses visit the Training web page click here or contact Leigh Brennan‐Smith on 9534.0059 (RMYS training office) mobile 0412196301 or email training@rmys.com.au Travel ‐ Right Connections Newsletter ‐ 60471 Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 15 May 2012 RIGHT CONNECTIONS are offering members new travel opportunities including a visit to a Portuguese Passieo. It is a 12 Day Small Group tour with transport and professional on board guide. Special departure from 2nd September to 13 September. Contact Gloria on 03 95254574 or ghartney@bigpond.net.au Other Links RIGHT CONNECTIONS NEWSLETTER
16 May 2012 Have you ever thought about becoming a Club, State or National Race Officer? ‐ 60260 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 16 May 2012 With the club hosting a number of fantastic upcoming events, now is the perfect time to expand on your skills base and see the race from another point of view. Gain valuable insights into how a Race Officer's mind works by becoming one yourself, you never know, it may even give you the edge during your next regatta. If you would like to take up this awesome opportunity, the club would be willing to pay for your Yachting Victoria accredited Race Officer’s course, provided you would be able to help officiate 6 races per year, either from the tower or a boat. There are three more courses running this year out of The Boat Shed at Albert Park Lake: 26th‐27th May – State and National Race Officer 14th July – Club Race Officer 6th October – Club Race Officer So if you want to see the other side of racing, give back to your club and learn new skills, please express your interest with Allicia Rae at racing@rmys.com.au or call 9534 0227. 19 May 2012 A RIGHT ROYAL INDULGENCE June 8 ‐11th over the AWKR weekend ‐ 60379 Saturday, 19 May 2012 Wine and Dine like the Queen on Fitzroy Street, St Kilda. A four‐day culinary event will be hosted on St Kilda’s Fitzroy Street over the Queen’s Birthday Weekend, with irresistible offers at dozens of restaurants and bars on the bustling strip. Presented by the Fitzroy Street Business Association, from Friday, June 8th to Monday, June 11th locals and tourists alike are invited to wine and dine like royalty without having to sell the crown jewels, enjoying tasting plates, lunch and dinner specials, banquets, specialty cocktails, High Tea, wine matching and even family deals. Now one of Melbourne’s great foodie destinations, some of Melbourne’s finest up and coming chefs have migrated to Fitzroy Street. Enjoy winter tastes and premium food; choose your favourite establishment or simply take a stroll down Fitzroy Street and graze along the way. Check out all the specials/ offers here from participating traders: www.fitzroystreetstkilda.com.au 'Like us' on Facebook and share our Queens Birthday Weekend Experience www.facebook.com/FitzroyStreetStKilda Follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/FitzroyStKilda Other Links Fitzroy Street Traders info
21 May 2012 Marina in the news ‐ 60234 Jan Hurst, Monday, 21 May 2012 The marina development has been delayed due to City of Port Phillip seeking public comment on the proposed southern breakwater design submitted by RMYS. On June 19 2012, the City of Port Phillip Statutory Planning Committee will reconsider the Squadron's submission that it has met the conditions of the Planning Permit, 'that the proposed design is consistent with the St Kilda Harbour Concept Plan (2008) and it does not preclude further development'. Public submissions cannot object to the Permit but can influence Councillors' position on the compliance to the permit. Members can submit a response to CoPP ‐ click on 'more' for further information. Martin Foley MLA has been commenting on the project in The Age and on Channel 10 this week. Stuart Tait and Rod Austin have responded to his communication. Please refer to the links below to view the information. Members can submit a response to City of Port Phillip Private Bag No. 3, PO St Kilda Vic 3182; or Email to planhelp@portphillip.vic.gov.au by Tuesday 22 May 2012. The permit was granted in June 2009 after the publication of the St Kilda Harbour Concept Plan (2008). The Concept Plan presents the southern breakwater as a complex design of steel backed sloping rock integrated with a vertical cement wall. When costed, this breakwater was beyond the RMYS budget. RMYS approached Government and sought either funding or an agreement for a more cost effective design. Government agreed on the latter. RMYS has worked closely with Parks Victoria, Department of Sustainability and Environment and the Department of Transport to reach an agreed southern breakwater design. This design is more conventional and in keeping with the existing breakwater. Importantly though, both RMYS and Parks Victoria have agreed that through simple modifications, the breakwater can be developed to allow future development of the pier and swimming pool. RMYS has enjoyed good support from Parks Victoria, DSE, DoT, MLC’s Andrea Coote and Georgie Crozier and Minister Smith. It is disappointing that City of Port Phillip has sought public consultation on what is essentially a technical matter of compliance to a permit. This delay has strained the patience of all involved in the marina. The delay has meant we had to go to members who have paid deposits on long‐term leases and seek their permission to continue the pre‐development work for an additional 6 months. Thankfully a resounding majority voted in favour underlying the extraordinary commitment members have for this marina. Meanwhile work continues. The tender documentation for the civil works (southern and northern breakwaters) and the marina are ready for distribution. The environment management plan and asset management plan are ready for submission to Parks Victoria. A draft swing mooring plan will soon be presented to swing mooring holders. The sea‐bed lease and works authority for the civil works almost agreed. St Kilda Safe Harbour Ltd is in the process of being wound up. Its original objectives have been met and pledge money fully spent on pre‐development activity for the marina. A meeting is scheduled at 7 pm on Thursday 31 May 2012 and all marina pledge members are invited to attend. We look forward to a positive outcome on the 19 June and get this marina underway. Stuart Tait Director, Marina Project Other Links The Age article of May 27th ‐ Stuart Tait
Channel 10 news article May 28th ‐ Rod Austin
Vale ‐ Mr William John O'Day ‐ 50yr Senior Member ‐ 19/7/1916 ‐ 20/5/2012 ‐ 60258 Jan Fielding, Monday, 21 May 2012 Bill was a member of the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron from the 1930's, when it was known as St Kilda Yacht Club, until his recent death on 20th May. He was very proud of his long membership of 75 years. He had fond memories of sailing in the Tumlaren and the 21 Foot class. He had a special fondness for the old wooden boats. One of these was the Galitea, owned by the late Jack Crosbie. Later, he was a crew member on the Altair, owned and skippered by George Dabovich. He also sailed for many years with the late Ron Cole. Bill often spoke of the memorable times when boats from the squadron would sail down to Geelong on the Australia Day long weekend. He remained in contact with his sailing mates Doug Jenkins, Ken Dowdney and Geoff Martin. Bill greatly enjoyed the camaraderie of the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, where he spent most Saturdays in his sailing days. Bill's funeral Mass will be held at St Peter's Catholic Church, Toorak on Friday 25 May, at 1:00pm. 22 May 2012 AWKR ‐ On line Race Entry ‐ close Wednesday 23rd May ‐ 60261 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 22 May 2012 With the 22nd Australian Women's Keelboat regatta starting in only two and a half weeks, it is time to get your teams together and boats organised. Entries are closing soon, really soon ‐23rd of May at 5pm (That's tomorrow!!!) So get in quick! It is shaping up to be a great regatta, so don't miss out! ENTER TODAY!!! Just a reminder too, if you are planning on sailing in the IRC or AMS divisions, a copy of the yacht’s valid certificate needs to be emailed to Allicia Rae (Sailing Administrator) no later than June 6th. IRC certificates will run out on the 31st of May, so these will definitely need to be renewed. Keep an eye on the AWKR page on the RMYS website too, as Sailing Instructions, Pen request forms and Presentation night dinner booking forms will all be posted in the coming weeks. For more information please contact Allicia Rae at racing@rmys.com.au AWKR Race Entry. Click here AWKR Crew Top Order form. Click here (Note: The link was removed as the form is no longer available.) 23 May 2012 LECTURE ‐ 'How to win a protest and still keep your friends' Wednesday 30th May @ 7pm. Win a skydive! ‐ 59932 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 23 May 2012 In the lead up to the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR), Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS) will again be hosting the popular Regatta Lecture Series which are free and open to everyone. They are held on Wednesday nights at 7pm in the Harbour Room. Dinner is available prior to the lectures in the Olympic Room. All dinner bookings can be made via email to olympicbar@rmys.com.au. Raffles will be held with proceeds going to the Cancer Council. Prizes for this last lecture in the series will include 1st ‐ Skydive from 'skydive the beach melbourne', 2nd ‐ 'Fernwood' Class Passes x 2 and 3rd ‐ 'Aura & Body Centre' well being pack. So come and improve your sailing skills whilst helping the Cancer Council! Still to come – 30th May How to win a protest and still keep your friends Paul Pascoe ‐ International Judge Paul Pascoe has been an International Judge since 1994. He has worked at the last 4 Olympics doing IT related work and is currently working on the 2012 London Olympic Games results and news systems. Paul is currently the Chairman of the ISAF Multihull Commission and is attempting to get multihulls back into the Olympic Games for 2016. He also coached the British Olympic Tornado Squad for 4 years leading up to the 1996 Olympics. As a sailor, Paul started out sailing a Sabot and also successfully sailed on catamarans for 25 years. We look forward to seeing you at RMYS Harbour room for these excellent lectures designed to improve our sailing skills and tactics. Please contact Allicia Rae, RMYS Sailing Administrator email racing@rmys.com.au or Ph: 03 9534 0227 if you have any queries. Other Links Lecture Series List
24 May 2012 'Yes Johnny' ‐ 60361 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 24 May 2012 If you don't know what that means then you weren't at a spirited, animated and top class lecture onDownwind Tactics at RMYS last Wednesday night. Johnny Rodgers showed why he was the VIS Coach of the Year in 2009 with a lecture that had everyone involved from start to finish. He told those present that he spends 60‐70% of time training our sailing elite specifically on downwind sailing because of its importance. He then shared some valuable downwind tips. If you ever get another chance to see him lecture again, I strongly suggest you don’t miss it! He is good! Lucky winners of the raffle won an ECF office chair, customised nautical necklace from Lovely Sparrow and Co. and 2 pilates classes from Body Care Injury Management. The $303 raised from the raffle will be donated to the Cancer Council. Click here to donate. 26 May 2012 AWKR ‐ 60376 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 26 May 2012 Can you believe that the 22nd Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta is only 4 days away!?! Are you ready, have you checked all the boxes? If you haven’t entered yet, late fees now apply, but don’t let that deter you as it is going to be a great regatta, with lots of competitive boats already entered. Now is the time to get your t‐shirt orders, pen requests, race briefing and presentation night dinner bookings and lunch order forms in. Also, don’t forget to re‐validate your IRC certificates, by contacting Janet Dean at jhdean@connexus.net.au T‐shirt orders need to be sent to racing@rmys.com.au by 12 midnight Wednesday 30th May. Sample sizes will be available to try on at tomorrow's lecture. If you entered your team before the late fees applied, please call Allicia at the office on 03 9534 0227, where you can pay by credit card over the phone. Crew declarations need to be filled out, including YA numbers and emergency contact details for each member of the crew. Upcoming AWKR Events: 
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Monday 11th June – 1000 ‐ Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta – Day 3 1800 ‐ Presentation Dinner. Bookings via the Dinner Booking form. Check List & Links 1. Online Entry Click here 2. T‐Shirt Order Form Click here 3. Pen Request Form Click here 4. Lunch Order Form Click here 5. Dinner Booking Form Click here 6. Complete Crew Declaration Form online 7. IRC Certificates ‐ Re‐validate and send to racing@rmys.com.au 27 May 2012 Presentation Night was a HUGE success ‐ 60365 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 27 May 2012 Over 160 members and partners attended Saturday night's annual presentation night. There were many skippers collecting trophies, and once the formalities were over we were entertained by the band The Liaisons. Guest Commodores and sponsors gathered for pre‐dinner drinks with members of the General Committee in the Committee Room, while members and their guests enjoyed a pre‐dinner drink in the Harbour Room. The evening commenced with the usual formalities conducted by Club Captain Andrew Doolan and Commodore Linda Goldsmith, the singing of the National Anthem followed by the Loyal Toast. After our first course, presentation of the trophies began in earnest with Vice Commodore Ian Lodewyckx presenting the trophies. The Napier Cup was presented to Youth sailing champions Steve Everton and Joe Krishnapillai and to Leroy Addison, Max Murraylee and Nelson Dean accepted a trophy as the best place RMYS boat in the Stonehaven Cup. It was notable that the trophies were spread quite evenly through our fleet. The take home trophies this year were well received by all. Following dinner, Commodore Linda Goldsmith presented the trophies. Most notably, congratulations go to Addiction for winning the prestigious Centenary Trophy. Well deserved for their years of probably being the boat most sailed in the club (and outside the club for that matter). Also of note is that Jim Holroyd (Seaya) celebrated his 70th birthday with a large table of friends on the night. After presentations concluded, Linda Goldsmith proposed a toast to kindred clubs. Gary Rowswell, Commodore of Royal Brighton responded on behalf of the kindred clubs. With the formalities over, guests danced until 1.00 am to the rock sounds of the Liaisons. RMYS would like to thank all the people who donated prizes towards the presentation night raffle. The winners are listed below. 
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1st prize Simrad wind instrument, donated by Ian Lodewyckx and to the value of $400.00 won by Monica Jones 2nd prize Helly Hansen Waterproof Jacket value of $200 won by Les Norton 3rd prize RMSTA Voucher and RYS “Crew to Win” book value of $140 won by Kate DeBruyn 4th prize RMYS Dining Voucher value of $100 won by Peter Cohen 31 May 2012 Marina Gate & Electricity Supply ‐ Electricity fault – UPDATE ‐ 60385 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 31 May 2012 The electricity fault at the Marina is now repaired We do ask members to use common sense when using the power on the marina. There are a number of vessels that have power constantly connected to their vessel which is over loading the system. Each power point is to only have one lead plugged in at a time. There are a number of double adapters & power boards on the marina, these are not safe and should not be used in the marine environment. Any double adaptors and power boards will be removed from the marina if the owners have not removed them by this Sunday 3rd June 2012. RMYS Members ‐ Craig and Julie Willmott's sailing adventure continues ‐ 60628 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 31 May 2012 Greetings from Craig and Julie on board Hullabaloo in Flores, a small island in the Azores group, lying approx 1500km off the coast of Portugal in the North Atlantic. Yes I know some reading the journal will think we might be lost since we were originally sailing to Oz but our plans have changed and after spending time in the Caribbean we decided we didn`t spend enough time in Europe so we are in fact sailing back over the Atlantic and heading for Portugal. Eventually we will sail for Oz again but who knows when? Click on the link below to read Craig and Julie's journal. journals.worldnomads.com/hullabaloo 1 June 2012 AWKR competitor Sabina Rosser: Hitchhiker's guide to sailing ‐ 60491 Jan Fielding, Friday, 1 June 2012 FEW people can lay claim to having hitchhiked their way around the world on yachts. Sabina Rosser can. Now based at the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron at St Kilda, Rosser started sailing in 1979, when she jumped on a Baltic trader in southern Spain. She crossed the Atlantic and the Caribbean on her way to the United States before sailing home across the Pacific. But this Queen's Birthday long weekend she's on home waters. The self‐described water addict is gearing up for the yacht club's annual Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta. For the complete story on Sabina by the 'Melbourne Weekly' click on 'more' ‘‘I love sailing and the freedom and the wind in the hair – that natural feeling of the sport,’’ she says. ‘‘I couldn’t do car racing or anything like that. I just love being on the water.’’ Rosser has been taking part in the keelboat regatta as crew and skipper since it began 22 years ago, and says the event has brought a tenfold increase in women to the club. Rosser says sailing has more benefits that just fresh air and nature. ‘‘It’s a good healthy outdoor sport that keeps you fit, there’s good camaraderie, and to learn to sail can take you to all corners of the world,’’ she says. ‘‘It’s certainly been a big part of my life to travel and do things that people wouldn’t necessarily be able to do. “If I say I’m going to sail up to Indonesia for a yacht race, which I did a few years ago, it blows people away.’’ After returning from her yachting odyssey, Rosser spent about three months in Melbourne before getting bored. She headed up to Queensland and sailed from Townsville through the Whitsundays. She has since cruised and raced along the Queensland coast repeatedly. In 1998, she took part in the ill‐fated Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, in which six sailors died. She was a member of an all‐female crew, an accomplishment not repeated since. This year’s regatta, a three‐day event, is expected to attract teams from Tasmania, South Australia, Canberra and Queensland. It will be competitive, but also aims to be fun and educational while encouraging participants to develop friendships. Rosser says women don’t need to be super strong to sail yachts without men; they just need to work effectively as a team. ‘‘There is an element of strength that is needed, but you can get a bunch of women sailing a 45‐50 foot boat. As long as you can get over a winch and you can wind a winch, it’s a matter of teamwork.’’ The Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta takes place on June 9‐11 at the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, Pier Road, St Kilda. Midweek Mariners Lunch & Dinner ‐ 60495 Jan Fielding, Friday, 1 June 2012 Come down to RMYS this Wednesday for the Midweek Mariners lunch and dinner. This will be the last dinner session for the 2011‐2012 sailing season. Lunch will continue until the 19th October. The Olympic bar will be open for bar snacks and drinks after all the races, invite your friends down to help celebrate your 'win'. Bookings for dinner this week are limited, if you would like to attend please book at the bar or olympicbar@rmys.com.au 4 June 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 60504 Jan Fielding, Monday, 4 June 2012 Extremely calm conditions on Wednesday didn't deter 16 boats from getting out on the water. Saturday's glassy conditions meant a very relaxed race for most competitors. UNi‐PRO Midweek Mariners Series I ‐ Wednesday 30th May Race 9 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Obsession XIT Strategy Matador Best start was won by Sunshine on 2 seconds J. H. McDonald Series ‐ Saturday 2nd June Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Silk Matrix Sunshine Best start was won by Espresso on 17 seconds Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 5 June 2012 Yachting Victoria Awards Night ‐ Friday 22nd June ‐ 60507 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 5 June 2012 The YV awards night is being held at Sandringham Yacht Club on 22nd June. Olympic silver medallist and World Champion swimmer Matt Welsh is MC for the evening. Tickets are $20.00 and includes finger food with drinks at bar prices. For further information and to buy tickets, please click on the link. Click here to book YV Awards Night Tickets. 6 June 2012 Winter Slipping Special ‐ June and July ‐ 60634 Rod Austin, Wednesday, 6 June 2012 RMYS is pleased to offer members a 10% discount off Slipping in June and July 2012. Less than 30 feet 30 to 40 fee $305 Over 40ft $350 $275 10% discount $247.50 10% discount $269.50 10% discount $315.00 Non ‐assisted slip, add $45 Harbour towing, add $65 Std Pressure wash $80 All boats must have a current Insurance Policy for the boat in the RMYS Marina. As part of the permit for pens or moorings the boat owner must provide RMYS, as agents for Parks Victoria, with proof of an appropriate third party liability insurance cover, with a minimum of AUD $10,000,000 if racing, $1,000,000 non racing. Contact Yard & Marine Manager Michael Neumann 9534 0227 0402 001 884 9 June 2012 Photographs from Australian Womens Keelboat Regatta 2012 – Saturday ‐ 60591 Rod Austin, Saturday, 9 June 2012 Images from 2012 Australian Womens Keelboat Regatta Saturday racing AWKR Day One Results = Wet and cold, but happy ‐ 60592 Top Gun Rod Austin, Saturday, 9 June 2012 For all 22 years of her life, the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) has been happily racing away on Melbourne's Port Phillip over the Queen's Birthday Weekend. For just about all of those, the Adams 10 has been a priority boat for the all‐female crews looking to place well. 2012 is to be no different in that regard. A lot of the intervening time, light to no wind has been the order of the day, albeit fog, mist and a large dose of frustration have also come to the fore. Typically, it is usually after a wild tempest has tried to blow the region of the face of the planet and again, 2012 has proven to be no different. 15 knots and subsiding down to fives from the East, which means variable in this part of the world, are what the forecasters are talking about for the three‐day event. None the less, it is miles better than over 35, when they’d be confined to the pens at St Kilda’s Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. This year, it looks like the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria is out to make a serious claim, with five of the 16 vessels haling from there, even if the crews are from other clubs. In a sense, they’ll be led by the little Scampi 30, Nouannie, who have been winners in many of the last few years. Unlike other regattas, however, the winners from IRC, Australian Measurement System (AMS) and Performance Handicap System (PHS) all share equal glory and this is the way the event’s founder, Gai Clough, wanted it to be all that time ago. David Ellis, the owner/driver of the very well campaigned Archambault A31, Penfold Audi Sport, has given the keys to his pride and joy to Coleen Darcey from Hobart, Tasmania. Representing the Royal Yacht Club of Tasmania, a lot of the crew spend time on the A35, Archie. ‘It’s an Archambault family gesture, just like the French company themselves, who are now up to their third generation of boat builders’, said David. Gareth Bryant, the Dealer Principal from Penfold Audi Sport was, ‘… delighted to see the boat, with the kind of pedigree David and the crew have built up, out there yet again competing and going for gold. Good luck and happy sailing.’ After Race One you could definitely say they are clearly enjoying the 10‐15kn Sou’westerlies currently running down the course, as they took out all three – IRC, AMS and PHS. I’m sure they’ll want that sort of performance to continue, but the breeze is definitely waning, presently. ‘I’m just really glad to again see friends amongst our crews from South Australia, Tasmania and New South Wales. We even have one sailor from WA, Mandy McEvoy who is on board Executive Decision, so I wish them all well out on the track and know the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron will look after them back at the clubhouse’, said Linda Goldsmith, the club’s Commodore. ‘We should see three races for the day, which will be good for the quality fleet of dead keen sailors that have assembled. They’re utilising wonderful craft too, so thank you to all the owners for allowing the teams to access these well prepared and campaigned yachts. We have eight vessels racing under IRC, 14 in the ever‐expanding AMS and all 16 in PHS. As a female Commodore, it is also great to see Gai’s vision continuing so strongly.’ Inside said fleet are some very seasoned skippers. Janet Dean on Jungle Juice is one of the Adams 10 hopefuls and she should be, as the money has her as the favourite to take out at least part of the regatta. She won the RMYS Lady Skippers’ race by half a leg and collected both Line Honours and Performance Handicap for her efforts. Dee Mason is a regular crewmember on board the Flying Tiger 10, Tigris, and she has taken the helm this year as Alison Binks deals with her new child. Look for Top Gun, yet another Adams 10, with the very determined Erin Foster on the tiller. They are a real threat. QED. Currently, they are well and truly on the scoreboard, as are the other Adams 10s. Sunshine is an Adams 10.6 and has Rebecca Baddenoch driving. She is a long time club person, as well as being a Partner in the law firm, Logie‐Smith‐Lanyon, who are event sponsors. Sabina Rosser, another long term RMYS member and who has competed in each of the previous AWKRs is driving the Radford Sprint 35, Silk. With Graham Radford doing his apprenticeship under Joe Adams, it kind of has that sort of look and feel and watch out for this vessel under AMS. Helen Willmer is back again for 2012 and brought an entire crew from the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron to crew Mrs Overnewton. Tara McCall and the CYCA’s development squad are down to try their hand at the AWKR and they are taking the J24, Gatsby, out to meet the opposition. One of the larger vessels out there is the Hanse 40, Kaberet. Her owner is on board crewing with the very capable Rosie Colahan and Robyn Brooke calling the shots. As a final note and probably getting the nod for dark horse, look out for Executive Decision. Grant Botica’s Adams 10 smashes just about every event it enters. For the AWKR it is being crewed by Jo Norbury’s Chikara Chicks, who have done a lot of racing together, both around the sticks and into and over Bass Strait. Ultimately it all makes for great racing and as the weather is set to play its part, we get to watch it all unfold whilst staying dry. Paul Pascoe is the Principal Race Officer. Amanda Wakeham is there, but going to see if Melbourne can put together another win on Monday, so is otherwise entertained. Paul commented, ‘It was a grey old day in Melbourne, as per the forecast and we got our 10‐12 knots, too. Started at 240 and slid a bit South to 220 degrees and dropped down in velocity from there, so we shortened up the last leg of race three to ensure we got a fair result. It was pretty flat water as you might expect with the conditions, so we were able to get the start line close to the pier for any brave souls venturing out or for those in the bar at the clubhouse.’ ‘The kite drops at the bottom mark for the first time were a bit interesting, with several boats losing places, but it was Rosie Colahan and company on Kaberet who went krill fishing and that certainly caught everyone’s eye. Blissfully, the fleet’s crew work improved from there. The starts were also a hotly contested item and everybody was keen and had themselves right up on the line, jockeying for pole position. In the first race, Jo Harpur on Spirit of Freya got the Individual Recall. Race Two’s honours for the same trick went to Janet Dean and Jungle Juice, whilst Jo Norbury and Executive Decision took their turn for Race Three’, said Paul. ‘We plan to run two races on Sunday in what look like being light breezes. That leaves us with one to get away on Monday. If the forecast for fog stays, we’ll make it an 1100hrs start, rather than 1000hrs, so please keep an eye on the board and website. It is quite different at a Women’s regatta. They have lots of sponsors with gifts, prizes and giveaways, ranging from dinner to parachute jumping and make up. It is really great to see involvement from major sponsors down to local businesses’, Paul finished with. So then, to our finish and what better way to do it, than with the day’s results. In PHS, the series score thus far has Penfold Audi Sport on top, with Top Gun and Gatsby, the entry from the CYCA at Rushcutters Bay in third place. IRC is Penfold Audi Sport from Top Gun and then Jungle Juice. At this stage, AMS is an absolute carbon copy of IRC. See rmys.com.au for more information. John Curnow Other Links Results
Top Gun 10 June 2012 Nautilus Marine Winter Series ‐ Is your IRC certificate up to date? ‐ 60489 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 10 June 2012 The 2011 IRC certificates expired on 31 May. If you want to enter the IRC divisions of the Nautilus Marine Winter Series and have not submitted your IRC renewal papers, you need to act now. Renewal documents were sent out by Yachting Australia in late April. If you haven’t yet received your renewal papers, please contact Yachting Australia. Click here for information on IRC. (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Click here information on the Nautilus Marine Winter Series Smokey's Farewell ‐ Friday 22nd June ‐ 60508 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 10 June 2012 Come down to RMYS and say goodbye to Peter Dawson. Peter will be leaving the Squadron on the 29th June 2012. Peter's farewell will be held in the Olympic lounge from 5pm. Bookings for dinner are essential, please contact Marilla on 9534 0227 or olympicbar@rmys.com.au Australian Womens Keel Boat Regatta Day 2 Fickle Winds but Action Pictures ‐ 60611 Rod Austin, Sunday, 10 June 2012 Thanks Alex McKinnon for some really great pics in very fickle wind on day two of racing. AWKR Day Two ‐ More bullets than the confectionery aisle ‐ 60618 Rod Austin, Sunday, 10 June 2012 With a collection of bullets just about as sweet as the ones that come in the bags that adorn the supermarket isle, it is Penfold Audi Sport in front after Day Two of the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta on Melbourne's Port Phillip. The mover and shaker of the day is Nouannie, but given it was lottery central in the end, the final standings may well have had the hardener already mixed in to the primer. There were 40 to 60 degree shifts out there as one observer put it and if you have sailed these waters, you will know that looking at the top mark as the leaders go flying in, whilst you listen to that dreaded sound of the water slapping under the transom, can be a tad soul destroying. Tanya Stanford, owner/driver of Nouannie said, ‘Large amounts of disappointment for sure, seeing as we had got on to the leader board after Race Four and to miss out with Race Five, as a DNF, hurts. However, we have managed to turn that in to motivation for a red hot go at AMS tomorrow.’ Nouannie presently sits in fourth place for Australian Measurement System (AMS) and Performance Handicap System (PHS) and occupies fifth in IRC. Janet Dean from Jungle Juice, currently in third place across all three racing categories said, ‘We are loving it and really enjoying getting the boat going in these challenging conditions. So it is certainly smiles all round at the moment and tomorrow looks like being even more of a job on concentration and wind on the water watching.’ With four bullets from five races in IRC and two in each of AMS and PHS, Penfold Audi Sport leads all three categories, and in the case of the former two it could be considered an insurmountable lead. However, if the challenge of Monday lives up to its usual surprise, then in order to finish first, first you have to finish could well be the mantra heard around the Bay. Caroline Walker, mainsail trimmer on board Penfold Audi Sport had this to say, ‘We want to sail really well and have a good time, then the results follow. Fabulous bunch of girls and we sail on different boats on the Derwent River in Hobart and come together from successful boats. Together with or great friendships, we thought we’d make a great team that could have an awesome time at the AWKR.’ You also have to note that they are ever so humble and not likely to be counting chickens yet or showing up very dusty for the grand finale on Monday. Rather, you felt you almost had to coax a comment from them and they are also very gracious. It is not their first time at the AWKR, either. ‘We’d really like to thank a very generous David Ellis for providing us with this exceptionally well‐prepared boat. So too, Savage’s Marina have a led a cast of awesome local support over here in Williamstown. Special note to Doyle’s for repairing a kite overnight for us, as well’, Caroline finished with. Erin Foster is from Top Gun, which is lying in second place across all three categories. ‘We’re racing and working together well, so certainly enjoying the occasion. This is my second AWKR on the helm and I must have done seven or so of them over the last 15 years. I am only 28 and now the oldest in the crew, our youngest is 18 years of age, so it is very much in the spirit of Gai’s original vision. Erin did her very first AWKR with its founder, Gai Clough and Gai’s daughter, Sarah. ‘Max Peters has been tremendous and so, so supportive, so we’d really like to thank him for the use of his boat’, Erin finished with. Not everyone ended up finishing Race Five. Sunshine was very aptly the last to glow, as seven of the 16 competitors missed out and yes that certainly affected the tables. ‘A frustrating day out on the water. We had the Answering Pennant up for 45 minutes before we got a start away. Not too long after that, the breeze went soft, then left and then filled in again. For the second race, we moved the course to 210 degrees to account for yet another change, it was flat water and nine knots, then we moved to 180 and shortened the legs up, but for the last downwind leg it all died and so the remainder of the fleet finished a minute or for some, considerably more, after the allotted two hour time limit’, said Paul Pascoe, the PRO. ‘We have moved the start for Monday back to 1100hrs to account for the anticipated fog and we only have to get the one race in to complete the series’, Paul finished with. In terms of boats to look out for tomorrow, who may well be able to mount a challenge in the variable conditions, look for Jo Norbury’s Executive Decision crew to continue to make for the ground they lost early on the regatta. Nouannie is worth noting again, for they really do sail the hull out from under that boat and do it with not only aplomb, but also genuine smiles, which is certainly the key to the AWKR. Article by John Curnow. Other Links Results
11 June 2012 tis done! AWKR Day Three ‐ 60619 Rod Austin, Monday, 11 June 2012 Yes. It certainly is done at the 2012 Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) on Melbourne's Port Phillip. Well the on‐water part anyway, for they are well into the party mode now, upstairs at the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS) in St Kilda. It may be cold, but the rain is miles away, so the crews are sure to get the party started. Now talking of done, nothing could be more of an emphatic closure than the efforts of the crew on board the Archambault A31, Penfold Audi Sport. Mostly, they sail against each other down on the Derwent River in Hobart on some of the top boats there. They come together as great friends for this all women event and by far, 2012 has been their best ever performance. Colleen Darcey (skipper), Lauren Davison and Caroline Walker represent the Bellerive Yacht Club. Sally Rattle (Archie, A35), Michelle Edwards and Heather McCallum the Derwent Sailing Squadron, with Sarah Baldwin from the Geilston Bay Yacht Club. Caroline Walker from said of the crew’s wins in each of IRC, Australian Measurement (AMS) and Performance Handicap System (PHS), ‘I am happy now! Never been so stressed in my life. Not a good start for this last race, but we pegged the leaders back enough, so we’ll take that. Crew did an awesome job in the light and variable winds, so we are really looking forward to the do tonight and so very pleased to be hosting David (David Ellis, Penfold Audi Sport’s owner) at the bash, as a thank you for loaning his great craft to us. I might even let my hair down and possibly lead the way for the others. We are all smiles and what a great event. The Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron and the AWKR might even get us back, yet again...’ David himself was, ‘…absolutely thrilled that they could do it and I know Gareth and crew out at Penfold Audi in Burwood will be really delighted for them, as well. It’s one thing to have a well‐prepared craft, but you still have to get out on the track and get the results! Sensational stuff.’ Erin Foster from Top Gun, said of her young crew’s second places in each of IRC, AMS and PHS. ‘A huge thank you and congratulations to RMYS and also all of the boat owners, our fellow competitors and associated shore crews. Great stuff. We are certainly and fired up for 2013.’ Top Gun was powered by, Megan Aulich on the bow, Cass Steers at the mast, Steph Robson in the office, Freya Vickery on for’ard sail trim, Stephanie Strong on mains, Claire Hunting as tactician and Erin with the tiller. ‘I am so very proud of them – brilliant job’, said a jubilant Erin. Janet Dean and the crew of Jungle Juice collected a pair of thirds in IRC and AMS. We got to speak with Janet as she was preparing all the trophies and writing on the boxes for the engraver, so that the respective crews can receive their goodies all ready to roll and in some fly home with them. ‘Simply delighted to have such a strong and competitive Interstate contingent here for 2012, which really helps to make a truly Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta. Personally, we had a ball. It was great fun, but we were just not quick enough. You know, the other crews have done so well and my girls were just great!’ Speaking of which, Janet has given us the perfect segue, as on Jungle Juice, we have Christine Pfeifer on the bow, Janina Goethel at the mast, Ginnie Lhermet in the office, Georgie Labb trimming, Monica Tonner as tactician and also on trim, Celia Dymond on the main and Janet on the tiller. McKenzie Charlton from Duckmobile who were third in PHS, said, ‘Many thanks to David Seaman, Rear Commodore at the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, for the use of his boat. Good to get on the podium on the last day with a terrific, fun crew and we certainly had a blast. We have improved every race of every day and hence the result, which is really cool. Probably be a scramble to get the silverware, but I think our Skipper, Kathy MacFarlane, will get the nod.’ Paul Pascoe, the PRO for the event, commented afterwards ‘Postponing for the hour this morning was a good and prudent thing. The Answering Pennant went up and then we got them away just before noon. Three vessels were involved in a luffing duel and we called them all back. Included in this mob was Penfold Audi Sport, along with Bushido and Nouannie. We had five to six knots out of the Nor’east and set the weather mark at 050 degrees. As is typical with these parts, especially at this time of year, it was more consistent closer in to the beach and so those that got in there early did better.’ ‘Second around the top today was the Hanse 400, Kaberet, who today used their big symmetrical bag and that meant they held their own downhill. Tigris lead from gun to gun, sailing more distance with sharper angles, but they just kept extending their lead. Well‐done and great to watch. Conversely, ‘Could not do a thing right, so we’re taking croquet’ was what Red Dog told me as they finished in a dying breeze. Race Management is well and truly happy to get the one race in the two hours when there was some breeze. Today was a case of sunnies required, but no T‐shirts, alas. Still, we’ll take that every time’, Paul finished with. ‘We ended up with a complete series finishing in wonderful sunshine and everyone appears to be having a really huge time of it all as they relax on the deck. I am sure they would all love a long weekend off, but alas that’s just not going to happen. We had great crew of volunteers and with out them and our sponsors, Helly Hansen and Nautilus Marine Insurance, it just would not happen. Similarly, without Janina Goethel and her committee, the AWKR would not even get afloat,’ said Rod Austin, the General Manager of the RMYS. Article by John Curnow Other Links Results
AWKR ‐ What a fantastic event !!!!! ‐ 60635 Jan Fielding, Monday, 11 June 2012 The Sailing Committee would like to thank ALL the team on another sensational and successful Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta...I have received nothing but positive feedback! A huge thank you to Janina Goethel and her AWKR committee, Allicia Rae Sailing Administrator, Paul Pascoe as Race Officer, Geoff Searle and the Protest Committee and the MANY COMMITTED VOLUNTEERS on and off the water. A quick summary of the winners IRC, AMS, PHS ‐ Penfold Audi Sport ‐ Tasmania Most Improved Performance ‐ Tigris, RMYS Sportsmanship Award ‐ Gatsby, CYCA NSW Best Performed Owner/Skipper ‐ Janet Dean, Jungle Juice RMYS Thanks to John Curnow for supplying daily news articles and Alex McKinnon for her superb photography. Long may the event continue and prosper. Kind Regards Andy Doolan, Club Captain Click here for the AWKR Results SAILING RESULTS ‐ 60630 Jan Fielding, Monday, 11 June 2012 The final race for the UNi‐PRO Midweek Mariners Series 1 was raced last Wednesday over a 'full green course' in 17kts from the south. The 'Ian Ewing Trophy' was presented to the winner Les Norton owner of Mrs Overnewton, by Ian Ewing's good friend Roy Palmer. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Click here for AWKR Results UNi‐PRO Midweek Mariners Series I ‐ Wednesday 6th June Race 10 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Eureka Pocahontas Mrs Overnewton Best start was won by Mrs Overnewton on 0 seconds UNi‐PRO Midweek Mariners Series 1 ‐ Final Results Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Mrs Overnewton Eureka Sunshine Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 12 June 2012 Vale ‐ Past Commodore Ian Ewing ‐ 60633 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 12 June 2012 Past Commodore Ian Ewing passed away on Monday 11th June 2012. Ian will be greatly missed as he was a truly valued member at the Club. Ian was the RMYS Commodore from 1995 to 1997 and has been a member for 33 years. Ian was the boat owner of 'Spellbound'. A funeral service will be held for Ian Ewing at RMYS in the Harbour Room on Friday 15th June at 1000 hours. Following the service there will be a reflection on Ian's life. Ian and Margaret Ewing 14 June 2012 Cruising is Fun at RMYS ‐ 60754 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 14 June 2012 The awards dinner for the RMYS Flinders YC cruise weekend was a great night for the 60 'odd' people who attended from both clubs. Fantastic trophies were prepared by Astarte's crew member Greg Thompson and Ian Murray and princess Chrissie did a great job also on the score board and at the 'barrel', respectively. Thanks to the FYC team for their great support led by Commodore Geoff Barnett and we all are looking forward to next year in March and the 'trophy collection' meeting in May. 16 bottles of special GRANGE HERMITAGE were handed out along with the trophies to add tremendous value to the awards night and every one enjoyed the meal provided by food&desire and cheeses from Jeremy Spradbery from Calendar Cheese Company. Their support along with the sponsorship of Nautilus Marine Insurance was greatly appreciated. The awards were fun and well deserved! All winners received trophies and received Grange Hermitage as well!!! Click here for the Cruising Award Trophy List 15 June 2012 New Members Night ‐ Thursday 21st June ‐ 59616 Jan Fielding, Friday, 15 June 2012 Come along to the Olympic Bar to welcome the new members, have a drink and maybe sign up some new crew for Saturday! St Kilda Marina Project Update ‐ 60945 Rod Austin, Friday, 15 June 2012 On Tuesday 19 June 2012 the City of Port Phillip Statutory Planning Committee ENDORSED the plans as complying with Condition No. 1 of Planning permit 1424/2005 approving the replacement of the existing RMYS marina, installation of breakwater extensions and wave attenuator. Also acknowledged were the 89 submissions received in response to the public consultancy period, 88 of which strongly supported the plans submitted by RMYS. And a sincere thankyou to those who sent in submissions. This endorsement now allows us to proceed to Tender this month and at the same time the plans can proceed to State Government for Ministerial sign‐off with the support of all government stakeholders. We will continue providing updates on the Marina progress. Any queries Commodore Linda Goldsmith 9602 9738 (b) Marina Project Chair Stuart Tait 9207 9630 (b) RMYS Manager Rod Austin 9534 0227 (b) 0477 522 750 (m) 17 June 2012 Nautilus Marine Winter Series starts 23rd June ‐ 60196 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 17 June 2012 Here's an opportunity over winter to develop your crew's skills for the coming offshore season and win fantastic prizes! Sponsored by Nautilus Marine Insurance, this NEW and exciting regatta offers over $12,000 worth of prizes open to all clubs and all crews. This winter the sailing on Port Phillip will heat up with the inaugural “Nautilus Marine Winter Series”. Consisting of 6 races starting on Saturday 23rd June at 1330 then sailed fortnightly on July 7th, July 21st, August 4th, August 18th and September 1st. This series is open to all yachts on Port Phillip and beyond, with a category 6 safety compliance. Grab the opportunity to be part of an event with awesome prizes on offer, thanks to our sponsor, Nautilus Marine Insurance. Four exciting Entry Levels are available. Windward leeward courses for: 
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AMS Divisions 1, 2, & 3 IRC Divisions 1, 2, & 3 EHC Divisions 1, 2, & 3 Non Spinnaker Division will sail around fixed marks Entry is open to all eligible yachts for only $30 per race or $150 for the series. Click here to enter online. (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Mid Series BBQ ‐ 21st July ‐ A fun get together for all boat crews and volunteers, sponsored by Nautilus Marine. Presentation Night ‐ 1st September ‐ Nibbles and Welcome drink. Please contact Sailing Adminstrator Allicia Rae tel no 9534 0227 or email racing@rmys.com.au for more information. Other Links NoR
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18 June 2012 Frostbite Regatta ‐ Sunday 24th June 9.00am @RBYC ‐ 60883 Jan Fielding, Monday, 18 June 2012 The annual Frostbite challenge will be held at Royal Brighton Yacht this Sunday 24th June from 0900hrs and will be raced in Sabots. Come along and support your club!!! Come along and watch and support Andy Doolan, Rod Austin, Mark Coppens and Peter Davison race Sabots and win the prestigious “Wee Drap O’ Yarra” Frostbite Trophy. A bit of history about the Regatta which has been fiercely contested since 1965. Trophy donated for Winter Frostbite Team Challenge race sailed in Sabot dinghies annually between Royal Brighton and Royal Melbourne Yacht Clubs on the River Yarra and first raced winter 1965. This contest was instigated due to the efforts of Roy Hoffert (R.B.Y.C.) and Les Nangle (R.M.Y.S.) in endeavour to enthuse friendship between the two clubs. It was decided to race for a suitably decorated bottle of “Yarra” water. The bottle was filled by the then Miss Yachting, and by co‐incidence a piece of twig floated into the bottle to remain, who then presented it to the first winning Team Captain, F.D. Linacre (R.B.Y.C.) 19 June 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 60746 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 19 June 2012 Have you got your entry in for the Nautilus Marine Winter Series? First race is on this coming Saturday 23 June. It's not too late .. and to last week's racing Saturday's pursuit race was sailed in good conditions around the longest port course with the 19 competitors all crossing the line in less than ten minutes of each other. Wednesday 13 June was the first race of the second series of the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners series. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series II ‐ Wednesday 13th June Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Mrs Overnewton Matrix Matador Best start was won by Eureka on 1 second J.H. McDonald Series ‐ Saturday 16th June Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Mrs Overnewton Ellipse Seaya Equal best start was won by Take Five & Portofino both on 0 seconds Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Thank you from the Ewing Family ‐ 60944 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 19 June 2012 Margaret, Ros, Jeff and family would like to thank Ian's many friends at RMYS who attended his funeral last Friday. 'We were fortunate to have such a beautiful morning and also to have 'Spellbound' in the yard. Ian was given a fitting farewell' The Ewing family wish to acknowledge with deep appreciation the many phone calls, cards and expressions of love, kindness and support shown to them during this hour of bereavement. Improve your spinnaker handling skills. New sailing course at RMYS announced ‐ 60950 Cafe Latte, a J80, is one of the Squadron training keelboats Leigh Brennan‐Smith, RMYS, St.Kilda, Tuesday, 19 June 2012 Do you want to improve your handling and knowledge of spinnakers? Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy has announced a new Keelboat Spinnaker Handling course commencing on 29 July 2012 Improve your spinnaker handling skills. New sailing course at RMYS announced. The Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy has announced dates for the new Yachting Australia Keelboat Spinnaker Handling course. The Academy will conduct its first two‐day Spinnaker course commencing Sunday, 29th July 2012, and a second course on Sunday, 2nd September 2012. The Keelboat Spinnaker Handling course is a more advanced sail training course for crew or boat owners wanting to learn Symmetric and Asymmetric spinnaker usage for racing or cruising yachts. This medium skill level course is suitable for people who have crewed a racing yacht and now want to go further ‐ even to the foredeck! Teaching includes the use of both Symmetric and Asymmetric spinnakers, with subjects including: preparation & rigging, hoisting & use of the pole, trimming techniques for all points of sailing, gybing methods, dropping techniques, packing & stowing, helming under spinnaker and teamwork & roles/tasks when using spinnakers. This 12‐hour course, conducted over two training days, is part of the nationally recognised Yachting Australia National Keelboat Training Scheme and is delivered by accredited sailing instructors at RMYS. Previous sailing experience, including some helming time, is necessary. Training is conducted onboard the Academy’s J‐Boat racing yachts fitted with spinnakers, located at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. For more information on this, or any other sailing course please contact Leigh Brennan‐Smith, RMYS Training office on 95434 0059 or 0412 196 301, or via email training@rmys.com.au For more information & a course overview, click here. For a booking form, click here. For more information about Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy courses, click here 20 June 2012 Members Accounts for 2012 ‐ 2013 Year and an 'Early Bird Reward' ‐ 54100 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 20 June 2012 All members who have paid their membership fees by Wednesday 25 July will go into a raffle to be drawn at the AGM on 28 July. The prizes being 3 x $100 RMYS merchandise vouchers. As an “Early Bird Incentive” all members who pay their Membership Subs before 25 July 2012 will go into the draw to receive a $100 RMYS merchandise voucher. Please note this offer does not include those members who pay their account by the RMYS instalment system. The RMYS Membership year is from 1 July to 30 June, and all memberships are automatically renewed on 1 July each year. Members' accounts must be paid within 30 days of the Statement reporting date. Members wishing to change their membership category must apply in writing to the General Committee or email to jan@rmys.com.au before 31 July and any changes will be at the absolute discretion of the Committee. If you wish to confirm your resignation for the 2012‐2013 Membership year, you must do so before 31 July 2012. This must be in writing addressed to the General Committee or email to jan@rmys.com.au If your Membership resignation is not received by 31 July 2012, you will be obliged to pay your membership fee, as per the RMYS Constitution. Cheers Jan Hurst Membership Liaison Officer Phone No: 9534 0227 Email Address jan@rmys.com.au Performance handicap ‐ how is it calculated? ‐ 60923 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 20 June 2012 The first in a series of articles: What does this mean? Performance handicapping has been developed to enable boats of different designs and crews of different skill levels to compete against each other without a need for boat measurements and measurement rules. The corrected time for a race is calculated by multiplying the elapsed time by the performance handicap. The boat with the lowest corrected time wins. It is the aim of the handicapper to have the corrected time for each boat as close as possible to other boats in fleet. What is taken into account in determining your performance handicap? Elapsed time around the course regardless of the boat’s design, age, measurement system rating. For an initial performance handicap of a new boat to the club, the boat design, the performance handicap of other boats of the same design on the bay, of boats with similar AMS or IRC ratings are all considered. If possible, the start point is based on the performance handicap of the boats on the bay of the same design. For each new season and new series, the starting performance handicap is reviewed against the performance of the boat in the previous season/series. If you had a very good season – improving all the way through, you are likely to start with a higher handicap than that with which you finished at the end of the previous season/series. Yachting Victoria sets the rules for the calculation of the performance handicap. These rules are reviewed at the start of each season to ensure they give a fair calculation for all boats. The all important calculation: From the Allocated Handicap and the BCH (or LBCH) for the last race, the new Calculated Handicap shall be:‐ Calculated Handicap = 2/3 Allocated handicap +1/3 BCH (or LBCH) This calculated handicap forms the basis for the new allocated handicap. BCH – back calculated handicap ‐ the handicap the boat sailed to such that all boats finished with the same corrected time. BCH = BCT / Elapsed Time where BCT is the corrected Time of the boat positioned 45% of the way down the fleet from the winning boat on Corrected Time LBCH – limited back calculated handicap – where the boat’s performance is outside +/‐ 4% of the allocated handicap, the handicap adjustment is limited. For full details of the handicapping rules click here (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Next article: Why do I have different handicaps for different series? Janet Dean Harbour Room Wedding Expo ‐ Saturday 30th June from 2 pm ‐ 60939 Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 20 June 2012 All RMYS members, families and friends are invited to attend the Harbour Room Wedding Open Day Expo from 2 pm. The Open Day will provide you with an exciting insight as to how the venue can be used for your special day. Prior to 2 pm the Expo is being attended by industry members. You will also have the opportunity to view some of the suppliers 2012 product range. So, if you are to be involved in a wedding with family or friends in 2012‐2013 come along this Saturday from 2 pm to inspect the great facilities food&desire provide in partnership with RMYS to deliver Melbourne's premier wedding venue and assist RMYS revenue stream and events performance. Other Links Harbour Invitation
21 June 2012 Please Hurry, RMYS Tax Deductible Donations before JUNE 30, 2012 ‐ 60332 Thursday, 21 June 2012 Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron has implemented a program to expand and improve its Sail Training Program. The aim of the program is to get more people into the sport of sailing through RMYS. All members of RMYS are invited to support the Junior Sail Training Program via a tax‐deductible donation. Many generous RMYS members have previously utilised the tax‐deductible benefits of the Australian Sports Foundation to support our sailors and the invitation is extended for the 2011/2012 tax year and beyond to June 2013. Click on the link for the Donation Form. Other Links ASF TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION Return by June 24th 2012
23 June 2012 Thai Night ‐ Friday 29th June ‐ 60383 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 23 June 2012 Come and enjoy a taste of Thai, food&desire are presenting a Thai inspired menu in the Olympic Lounge. Bookings are essential phone Marilla on 95340227 or olympicbar@rmys.com.au Menu 
Chicken and prawn laksa 
Whole fried baby snapper, three flavour sauce, steamed rice, thai herbs 
Crispy pork belly, paw paw and chilli salad, jasmine rice 
BBQ sweet chilli 1/2chicken, fat rice noodles, pickled cucumber and mandarin salad 
Traditional beef massaman curry, steamed rice 
Coconut custard, palm sugar syrup, pineapple and lychee 24 June 2012 Nautilus Marine Winter Series ‐ Race One ‐ 60909 Tigris Jan Fielding, Sunday, 24 June 2012 The newest Winter Series on a frostbitten Port Phillip in Melbourne is offering thousand dollar prizes for the winners of each division, across both the International Rule, Club (IRC) and Australian Measurement System (AMS) categories. Little wonder then that over 30 boats expressed their interest to be part of its inaugural year. With grizzly conditions forecasted and a cool breeze already rolling across the top of the Bay, several did not appear and a few even gave it away before the commencement of proceedings. Click on the link to read John Curnow's article in Sail World. Photo's by Alex McKinnon. Click here for John Curnow's article in Sail World. Click here NMWS Spinnaker Division Results Click here NMWS Non Spinnaker Results Click here for Action Photos RMYS a 'Victorious Frostbite Team' ‐ Sunday 24th June ‐ 60911 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 24 June 2012 While most of us spent the day recovering from the first Nautilus Marine Winter Series race on Saturday, a small select team of RMYS sailors ‐ Andy Doolan, Peter Davison, Mark Coppens and Rod Austin had the honour of sailing in the annual Frostbite Regatta ‐ 9am Sunday morning at RBYC. Club Captain Andy Doolan's report of Regatta as follows 'Conditions could only be described as treacherous as the team headed out to brave the arctic elements.
We showed RBYC just how to sail a team's course coming home 1st, 2nd and 4th for the overall. Battle stories were shared over a hot snag back on the Brighton club balcony and planning (possibly scheming) is underway for next year. Thanks also must go out to our cheer squad of Linda and Janet who stood by with the space blankets. Again, thanks team for a great result...Andy RMYS will proudly hold the perpetual 'Muddy Water' trophy for the coming year. Past Commodores' Dinner ‐ 61134 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 24 June 2012 L to R ‐ Edward Montfort, John Hart, Stephen Hawes, Michael Sibley, Les Clough, Harry Leggett, Ken Simpson, Linda Goldsmith, Stuart Tait, Graham Burton, Ian Lodewyckx, Russell Nathan, Rohan Brownlee, Doug Jenkin, Peter Chapman. There were plenty of fond and memorable stories at RMYS last night when Commodore Linda Goldsmith hosted the Past Commodores' Dinner. Leaders who have steered the Squadron for more than four decades got together in the Harbour Room last night for the annual Past Commodores' Dinner, hosted by Commodore Linda Goldsmith. Fourteen Commodores and their partners attended: 
Ted Montford (1977‐79) 
Doug Jenkin (1979 ‐81) 
Mike Sibley (1981‐83) 
Steve Hawes (1985‐87) 
Russel Nathan (1987‐89) 
Graham Burton (1989‐91) 
Harry Leggett (1991 –93) 
Les Clough (1993‐95) 
Ken Simpson (1999‐01) 
Peter Chapman (2001‐03) 
Rohan Brownlee (2005‐07) 
John Hart (2007‐08) 
Ken Simpson (2008‐09) 
Stuart Tait (2009‐10) 
Linda Goldsmith (2011‐) Unfortunately Jim Rook (1983‐85), Alan Saunders (2003‐2005) and Gai Clough (1997‐1999) were unable to attend, and all wished them a speedy recovery and good health. Plenty of fond and memorable stories were told and enjoyed by all. Linda pointed out the significance of having all the key decision makers in the Harbour Room and their influence and involvement in the major projects such as the Marina. Immediate Past Commodore Stuart Tait updated all on the current status of the Marina development and especially thanked all those that have played a part. Peter Chapman asked all to sign a club burgee and Les Clough presented Peter with RMYS memorabilia including a Sailing Year Book dating back to 1938. Thanks to food&desire for a superb menu and hospitality. 26 June 2012 SAILING RESULTS – 60929 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 26 June 2012 Wednesday 20 June Midweek Mariners race was abandoned due to heavy weather conditions. The first race of the Nautilus Marine Winter series was sailed last Saturday. Click here for Nautilus Marine Race One Coverage Nautilus Marine Winter Series ‐ Saturday 23rd June Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd Division 1 – AMS Tigris Ninety Seven Division 1– PHS Tigris Ninety Seven Division 2 – AMS Salamander III Portofino Siren Division 2 – IRC Salamander III Siren Jungle Juice Division 2 – PHS Siren Gienah Ellipse Division 3 – AMS Take Five Seduction Bushido Division 3 – PHS Bushido Café Latte Take Five Division 4 – Non‐
spinnaker Vagrant Dalliance Xit Strategy Click here for Wednesday Series Results Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 29 June 2012 Trivia Night ‐ Thursday 5th July @ 7pm ‐ 60381 Jan Fielding, Friday, 29 June 2012 Trivia night is back once again on the 5th July 2012. See if you can beat Quizzmaster John Cotterell. There will be lots of prizes, snacks and lots more. This is always a fun night and well attended, so get your bookings in early. When: Thursday, 5th July 2012 7.00 pm for 7.30 pm (Trivia starts at 7.30 sharp!) Where: Harbour Room RMYS Cost: $20.00 per head Snacks: Will be placed on the tables through the evening. Tables: You are encouraged to put together a table of no more than 8 or 10. If you don’t have a table, don’t worry, we’ll place you with other members. Dinner: A Winter Roast Menu will be served from 6.00 pm in the Olympic Bar. Booking for dinner and for the Trivia Night are essential. Please ring Jan Hurst – 9534 0227 or email jan@rmys.com.au If you have your tables organised, please advise Jan when you book. Bookings will close on Friday, 30 June 2012. Women and Girls in Sailing ‐ 61138 Jan Fielding, Friday, 29 June 2012 What attracts women and girls to sailing? And what deters them? Yachting Victoria is conducting research to find out. Yachting Victoria is conducting research into female participation in sailing as part of its Women and Girls in Sailing project, supported by VicHealth. There are two surveys: one for current female sailors and one for non‐sailing females. Each survey takes about three minutes to complete. All current female sailors are asked to fill out an online survey click here to help Yachting Victoria understand the barriers and enablers to females' ongoing participation in sailing. The surveys are anonymous, but by leaving your email address at the end of the survey you go into the draw to win one of four bottles of Moet champagne (only available for females over the age of 18; Yachting Victoria promotes responsible consumption of alcohol). Yachting Victoria also asks all sailors to forward the following survey click here to any female friends who are not sailors, to get a non‐sailor's perspective of sailing in Victoria. Again, the surveys are anonymous, but by leaving your email address you go into the draw to win one of four bottles of Moet champagne (only available for females over the age of 18; Yachting Victoria promotes responsible consumption of alcohol). Kind Regards Sam Watson Club Development Manager (Note: The links were removed as the survey is no longer available.) 30 June 2012 Why do I have a different performance handicap for different series? ‐ 60936 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 30 June 2012 Every boat racing in a mixture of fleets is likely to have a different handicap in every series she is entered in. There is no restriction on the number of performance handicaps which can be assigned to a boat concurrently. Performance handicap is dependant on the performance of the boat relative to others in the fleet. If the nature of the fleet or racing is vastly different eg a Club Marine fleet of 40 or more boats per division against a club race of 30 boats across all divisions or a Wednesday midweek Mariner pursuit fleet against a Saturday afternoon JH McDonald pursuit fleet, then a performance handicap will be calculated for each fleet. Fair performance handicapping relies on the majority of the crew sailing regularly together. Changes in skipper or tactician can have a dramatic effect on the performance of the boat. The race type – round fixed marks, pursuit, long distance or windward/leeward ‐ may also result in a different performance handicap being assigned. As there are fewer long distance races, a long distance handicap may be calculated based on the boat’s performance in long distance races over two years. For full details of the handicapping rules click here (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Next article: How is performance handicap applied to pursuit races? Janet Dean 1 July 2012 Marina update ‐ tenders released ‐ 61282 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 1 July 2012 On Wednesday, 4 July, tender documents for the breakwater works (called the civil works) and the marina were released, while the tender for the supply of services to the marina is still being finalised. The tenders were sent to nominated breakwater and marina suppliers and responses are due by 4pm Wednesday, 1 August 2012. GHD will shortlist the tenders and an RMYS tender sub‐committee will review the shortlist and make recommendations to General Committee. We do not want to create potential probity concerns or breaches by allowing third parties (apart from Parks Victoria) access to the documentation, particularly while it is within the tender process. This is a momentous occasion for the marina project. Stuart Tait Open House Melbourne (St Kilda) ‐ 61430 Rod Austin, Sunday, 1 July 2012 On the weekend of 28th and 29th July, the City of Port Phillip will be participating in Open House Melbourne (http://www.openhousemelbourne.org/), a weekend activity in which 100 buildings across Melbourne will be open to the public. A few sites near you will be open on this weekend, including the Palais Theatre, Edgewater Towers and the St Kilda Esplanade Vaults. We imagine that there will be a fair amount of pedestrian traffic, so thought you should know. The Vaults site is the arched wall built into the lower Esplanade, Jacka Boulevard, diagonally opposite RMYS. Australian Sailing Team at the Olympics ‐ 61433 AST Rod Austin, Sunday, 1 July 2012 Support our Australians at the London Olympics. Click on the links below to follow the Australian Sailing Team. http://australiansailingteam.com.au/ http://www.london2012.com/sailing/ 3 July 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 61124 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 3 July 2012 Last week, despite the weather, both the Wednesday and Saturday races were sailed. On Wednesday the wind came in just in time to get the race going Saturday 13 hardy crews braved the elements for the pursuit race with everyone finishing within ten minutes of each other. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday's Series Results Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series I ‐ Wednesday 27th June Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Astarte Dalliance XIT Strategy Best start was won by Xit Strategy on 1 second J. H. McDonald Series ‐ Saturday 30th June Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd PHS New Morning II Revenge Forte Well done to Addiction and Matrix for their places in Division B of the ORCV Winter series Race 1 on Sunday. Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Christmas in July ‐ Friday 27th July ‐ 61268 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 3 July 2012 Enjoy a traditional Christmas Turkey Dinner in the Olympic Bar in front of the fire. BOOK NOW. Come in from the cold and experience Christmas as held in the Northern Hemisphere. Bookings are essential: email olympicbar@rmys.com.au 4 July 2012 Trivia Night ‐ 61242 The Bushido crew with the 'JC Trivia Trophy' Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 4 July 2012 Once again Quizmaster John Cotterell set us challenging questions. Coming out on top was the Bushido table. Many people packed the Olympic Bar for pre‐Trivia dinner. Then at 1930 hrs the fun began. There were spot prizes throughout the night including items donated by Bill Livings, a $100 Carousel lunch voucher, RMYS merchandise voucher for $100, and the ever‐popular UNi‐PRO bucket. The results were: First place: Bushido Tie for second: Phantom with Mrs Overnewton. 5 July 2012 How are pursuit races handicapped? ‐ 60938 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 5 July 2012 The object of a pursuit fleet start is to have everyone cross the finish line at the same time. The start time in a pursuit race is based on the: 
Estimated duration of the race for the slowest boat (lowest handicap). 
Allocated handicap relative to the lowest allocated handicap in the fleet. The shorter the estimated time for the race, the closer together the start times will be. If the lowest allocated handicap changes but your allocated handicap remains the same, your start time will change. Pursuit performance handicaps are calculated in accordance with the YV performance handicapping rules with the following adjustments: 
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Percentage penalty of place getters – 3% for first place, 2% for second place and 1% for third place. If the pursuit BCH is >10% better than AHC then the clamps are not applied in calculating the CHC for the next race. Where the BCH is between 5% and 10% it’s using the clamps. Where the BCH is more than 10% different, no change is made to the AHC. In determining the starting pursuit handicap for a new pursuit series, any place penalties and clamps are not taken into consideration. For full details of the handicapping rules click here (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) This is the last article in the current series on handicapping. Janet Dean Nautilus Marine Winter Series ‐ SIs Amendment 2 ‐ 61174 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 5 July 2012 Click on the link for the amendment. Other Links Amendment 2
6 July 2012 Club Member of the Year 2012 ‐ 61236 Jan Fielding, Friday, 6 July 2012 RMYS survives based on the contributions of our many club members. Each year we identify a member who has made a significant contribution to RMYS to be awarded the JW Crosbie Trophy for Club Member of the Year. Anyone can be nominated for anything you think is valuable. It could be race officials, sub‐committee volunteers, organisers, boat owners, crew, junior, or social members ‐‐ anyone you think has made a difference to your experience at RMYS and whose efforts you think should be recognised. The JW Crosbie Trophy was presented to RMYS by Commodore John Crosbie, Commodore of RMYS from 1970 to 1972 and Honorary Life Member. The trophy will be presented to the Club Member of the Year at the 2012‐2013 Season Opening Day Lunch on Saturday, 6th October 2012. Popular Club member Les Norton (pictured) is the current worthy recipient of this award. Nominations must be received in writing by Friday, 17th August. The proposer must be an RMYS member. All nominations will be reviewed by the General Committee. General Committee members do not qualify for the award. Make an effort and nominate someone for the contribution they have made to your Squadron. Please send the completed nomination form to jan@rmys.com.au Other Links Club Member of the Year 2012 ‐ Nomination Form
(Note: The link was removed as the form is no longer available.) 10 July 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 61258 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 10 July 2012 Saturday's race was run in blustery conditions with a rain squall coming through part way through the start sequence. The fleet sailed the long course out to R2 and back with 5 boats vying for first place finishing within a minute of each other. Wednesday Mid‐Week Mariners sailed the full red course last week with the wind holding throughout and another close finish. Click here for Wednesday and JH McDonald Series Results Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series I ‐ Wednesday 11th July Race 5 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Oleana Matrix Sunshine Best start was won by Oleana, Howard Lokon, 1 second J. H. McDonald Series ‐ Saturday 14th July Race 5 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Portofino Mrs Overnewton Weekend Option Portofino by 1 sec over their arch rival Mrs Overnewton. Best Start was won by Silhouette, Nathan Scanlon, 7 seconds. Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 13 July 2012 2011‐2012 Annual Report ‐ 61388 Rod Austin, Friday, 13 July 2012 On behalf of the General Committee of Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, I have the pleasure of presenting to members the Annual Report for the Squadron's 136th year. Other Links 2011‐2012 Annual Report Notice of AGM 28 July (Note: The links were removed as the documents are no longer available.) 24 July 2012 Newly anointed RMYS Committee to shout drinks this Saturday from 1800 hours! ‐ 61507 Commodore Linda Goldsmith with Treasurer Greg Marino Rod Austin, Tuesday, 24 July 2012 Yes, it's that time of year. The RMYS Annual General Meeting will start at 1100 hours this coming Saturday, 28th July 2012. Read the reports, hear from the flag officers, ask questions, appoint the auditor, congratulate 50‐year members and check out the progress of your Squadron. Following Race 6 of the JH McDonald series, return to the Squadron, meet your Committee and join us for drinks from 1800 hours. The Committee "shouts" beer, wine and softdrink until the bar tab expires (while at the same time advocating responsible alcohol consumption). For a copy of the AGM report, contact General Manager Rod Austin. Copies will be available on the morning of the AGM. Linda Goldsmith Commodore RMYS Build your skills with a Keelboat HELM training course at RMYS ‐ 61518 Improve your Keelboat HELMING skills at RMYS, St.Kilda Leigh Brennan‐Smith, Tuesday, 24 July 2012 Want to get more experience steering a keelboat, but can't get an opportunity to learn? The Keelboat HELM sail training course at RMYS may be just what you need, with the next course on Sunday 12th August. Love crewing, but just itching to take over the helm and show them what you've got? A Keelboat HELM course at RMYS may be for you! The next course starts on Sunday, 12th August, 1300 to 1700 hours (four places available). The Keelboat HELM course takes a more experienced crew member and gives them skills in steering (helming) a keelboat. Skills taught include holding a course on all points of sailing, tacking, gybing, conducting a man overboard recovery, anchoring and much more. This is a hands‐on, practical boating course, with the majority of training conducted on the water. The RMYS Training Academy's fleet of tiller‐steered keelboats up to eight metres are ideal training boats to give you hands‐on sailing experience without being too big or difficult to control. You'll get personlised instruction, with maximum of four students under the guidance of your Yachting Australia‐accredited instructor. This 12‐hour training course is normally conducted over three four‐hour sessions and is nationally recognised. Students also undertake mainsheet trimming, jib trimming and other onboard skills (as part of your training crew), which will help you to become a better and more confident sailor. We even teach you how to tie knots! If you're not up to this level, perhaps a Keelboat CREW course is for you. Or for the prospective foredeckie, maybe a Keelboat SPINNAKER course. Keelboat training courses are run most weekends. The next course starts on Sunday, 12th August, 1300 to 1700 hours (four places available). More courses are planned for September through to Christmas. If you're interested find our more with a course overview click here, booking form click here or visit the RMYS Training Academy webpage. For enquiries contact Leigh Brennan‐Smith, RMYS Training Academy, on 03 9534 0059 (direct to Training office), mobile 0412 196 301 or via email at training@rmys.com.au (Note: The link was removed as the form is no longer available.) Vale Jennifer Wilson, a member of RMYS since 1980 ‐ 61520 George and Jennifer Rod Austin, Tuesday, 24 July 2012 Jennifer, beloved wife of honorary life member George Wilson, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, 22nd July. She will be greatly missed A memorial service for Jennifer will be held at St Matthew's Anglican Church, cnr Nepean Hwy and Park Road, Cheltenham, at 1100 hours on Friday, 27th July 2012. No flowers please, but donation to Anglicare would be much appreciated. Volunteering on Sailing Days ‐ 61522 Rod Austin, Tuesday, 24 July 2012 Here's a great way to get on the water and get involved. Grab the chance to learn the race management side of racing days, by assisting to run a race both from the tower and on the water. No experience necessary and, if you are committed, formal training may even be provided. Contact Allicia Rae at racing@rmys.com.au to be added to the volunteer roster and be kept up to date with all of the volunteering opportunities around the club. New Member Offer ‐ 61523 Rod Austin, Tuesday, 24 July 2012 Have you seen our new introductory offer for Intermediate and Crew Members? The membership application form can be either download from our web page or collected from the office. Other Links Membership Application Form (Note: The link was removed as the form is no longer available.) Sailing Results ‐ 61524 Tigris NMWS Race 1 Rod Austin, Tuesday, 24 July 2012 With winds up to 20 knots (and I suspect gusting slightly higher) it was a very fast 5M race for the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners on Wednesday. Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series I ‐ Wednesday 18th July Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Eureka ‐ Roy Palmer Leilani ‐ Chris Mazzotta Dalliance ‐ Bruce Garmiston Best start was won by Eureka on 1 Sec. Nautilus Marine Winter Series ‐ Saturday 24 July 2 Races Postponed A glassy bay stopped race 2 and 3 of the Nautilus Marine Winter Series for the second time. Please check here for the latest sailing amendment to the sailing instructions for the re‐scheduling of these races. Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd Division 1 – AMS Division 1– PHS Division 2 – AMS Division 2 – IRC Division 2 – PHS Division 3 – AMS Division 3 – PHS Division 4 – Non‐spinnaker Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored Red Book ‐ Update your contact details ‐ 62011 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 24 July 2013 Recently a letter was sent to all members regarding contact details for the Red Book. If your details have changed please complete and return the form by 2nd August. 25 July 2012 Know Your Trophies ‐ 61539 Centenary Trophy Rod Austin, Wednesday, 25 July 2012 Centenary Trophy. A pewter model of a famous English gaff‐cutter, 500mm long mounted on 100mm high rectangle redwood base. The Centenary Trophy is presented each year to the Squadron's most consistent performer. An old trophy of unkown origin, it was donated by H.V. (Rusty) Foreman to mark the Squadron's Centenary in February 1978. It is awarded to the Squadron’s most consistent yacht in VYC handicapping events, on the Club Course for the season. It was first won Season 1977‐78 by Les R. Williams with Aquarius. It is awarded after reviewing the number of events at RMYS and Block Entry events in which a yacht competes, and balancing this with the minimum change in YV handicap during the season. The current champion is Addiction, owned by Richard McGarvie and Peter Davison. Bert Watts Trophy Silver square sectioned tall cup. History: Bert Watts Trophy was initially in 1935, an annual prize given by Club member A.C. (Bert) Watts for competition in the then resurrected International Six Metre rating Class, to be won that same year by W.S. Dagg’s To‐goo‐loo‐woo R.B.Y.C. Following the decline of the Six Metre Class a few seasons later, there were no further events until 1945, when finally by a grant from the estate of the late A.C. Watts, the event become Perpetual without a trophy. Allocated for the first race each season, traditionally Ladies Day, by combined classes on the Club register when as such it was first won by Commodore Joe White’s Acrospire IV. In 1991, due to the large number of Yachts then competing and the large variation in the handicaps, Divisional racing was introduced with the event then being awarded to the best overall performance based on the V.Y.C. system of handicapping. Then in 1992, a decision was made to re‐allocate a trophy originally allocated for the Jubilee Class Invitation Race and subsequently used for the Soling Class in the years 1970‐1973, renamed the “Bert Watts Trophy” it was First won as such by Ian Ewing with Spellbound. Bert Watts Trophy Cruising Overnighter & Progressive Dinner @ Docklands ‐ Saturday, 18th August ‐ 61548 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 25 July 2012 All members are invited to bring family, friends and crew along for a leisurely cruise to Docklands on Saturday, 18th August, berthing at Waterfront City Marina overnight. Join in the fun of our version of a progressive dinner, by sharing your signature dish of grazing food with your fellow cruisers as we sample the hospitality and delights of each boat, as we circulate among the RMYS fleet at dock. An opportunity to be discovered as a nautical masterchef, and much more fun and in the spirit of cruising than dining in a restaurant! 
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For those boats participating in the Nautilus Marine Winter Series ‐ Race 5, we plan to depart the Squadron immediately after the race, close to sunset at approximately 5pm. For those boats wanting to sail in daylight and get to Docklands a bit earlier, let us know and we will co‐ordinate a time if desired. Berths at Waterfront City Marina are $45.00 per night, which includes 24‐hour access to the marina lounge, kitchenette and washroom facilities. Boat owners, please register your interest with Allicia Rae as soon as possible, advising also if you’re looking for any crew to join the cruise. A Waterfront City Marina berthing application form needs to be completed prior to your arrival, and further information including berthing conditions and the application form is available on http://www.melbourne.vic.gov.au/ParksandActivities/Waterways/Pages/berthingapplication.aspx (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) People looking for a boat to cruise on and stay overnight should also contact Allicia Rae racing@rmys.com.au Future cruising division events planned, for your calendar The following are just some of the cruising division events being planned, please let Allicia know of other cruising destinations and activities you’d like RMYS to organise and support. 
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Cruise to RBYC for breakfast on Sunday, 28th October. Cruise to Flinders from 9th ‐ 11th March 2013. Easter Weekend to Portarlington ‐ Mussel Run & overnight stay @ RGYC. 26 July 2012 Slingsby brilliant, Price unbeaten, Outteridge over the line, Australia's first medals ‐ 61673 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 26 July 2012 It was another remarkable day at the Olympic sailing regatta, with seven Australians in action and three classes showing real promise for medals, even at this early stage. 31st July 2012 Leading the charge was Tom Slingsby, the five‐time world Laser champion. Four years ago his Olympic campaign started disastrously, but he more than made amends today, with a win and a second place sending a clear message to his competitors. It's not just the results that make other sailors fear Tom ‐ it's the way he dominates on all points of sail. Also in stunning form are the Women’s Match Race crew of Olivia Price, Nina Curtis and Lucinda Whitty (pictured above). Rated an outside chance of a medal before the Games began, today they beat both the gold medal favourites and remain one of only two unbeaten crews. Their battle with legendary American Anna Tunnicliffe was an absolute show‐stopper, with the timers unable to separate them – the margin is officially 0.00 seconds! Almost OCS Another of our strong gold medal prospects hit the water today when Nathan Outteridge and Iain Jensen began their 49er campaign. They were over the line in the first race, but you’ll have to read the story to find out what happened next. Suffice to say that I saw the pair sailing magnificently in the second race – if you read the profile in yesterday’s e‐news you’ll know that they have clearly defined roles and today they both performed them flawlessly. There was some good news in the Finn class – Mark Thorpe managed to rebuild Brendan Casey’s hull and deck join and Brendan had an OK day. He’s within striking distance of the medal race and still has plenty of time. It wasn’t good news for the red‐hot gold medal favourite, though. In his own words, Ben Ainslie “didn’t sail very well at all”. Finally today, the Star continues to entertain. Although there are no Australians in this class, I am finding it fascinating as some of the best and most experienced sailors in the world continue to produce nail‐
biting finishes. Regards Roger McMillan mysailing.com.au photo courtesy of Herald Sun www.mysailing.com.au/home 27 July 2012 Crazy Croatia ‐ Bursting bladders, well‐dressed Gypsies and stylish dogs ‐ 61658 Jan Fielding, Friday, 27 July 2012 RMYS Member Lauraine Sayers (McDonald) recently left Melbourne's cold weather to enjoy some R & R in sunny Croatia. Here is her story so far.... As I slowly rise to the surface of wakefulness, I start to feel bright, warm sunlight through my closed lids while a gentle sea breeze floats down through the hatch above me. That’s right, I remember. I’m living on a 13‐meter Bavaria in Pula, Croatia, for the next four weeks. Sounds pretty wonderful, and you’re right. It is. But right now the boat is on the hard, being re‐
assembled for sailing after being packed away for the winter two years ago. For starters, the mainsail and bag, headsail, Bimini, solar panels, life raft and outboard motor, which have all spent the past two years stored in the main cabin, have to be mounted. Each cabin and cupboard has to be cleaned and reorganized, plus there are myriad things that refuse to leave their holiday state and return to work without gentle persuasion, such as sink hoses, bilge pumps and steering mechanisms. Luckily the giant who owns the boat is the world’s best handyman, and I’m in training to be the world’s best helper so things have gone relatively smoothly. What’s been more challenging is the upkeep of our personal hygiene while the boat is still on land. As there’s no holding tank for toilet waste, each morning I climb up into the cockpit, navigate my way past various tools and sails, clamber down to the swim platform, usually banging my head on the Bimini frame, which still hasn’t been set up, balance my way down a precariously long ladder to solid ground, jump on to a little folding pushbike, then pedal like crazy because it has such tiny wheels, some 500 meters to the toilet block, all with a bursting bladder. It doesn’t help that the weather is hotter than heck so I’m drinking one to two litres of water a day, which means I can’t afford to ignore early warning signs or, god forbid, try to sleep in. The alternative is to use the head anyway and instigate a golf‐like “Fore below” warning, or perhaps wear a nappy to bed and risk putting a damper on my romantic holiday. And what holiday it’s been so far. The trip is a 30‐year dream, and the culmination of saving a fair proportion of my salary for the past 12 months, then handing in my resignation with possibly an over‐
abundance of confidence in my ability to get a new job when I return. Prior to arriving here, we spent a month on a road and rail trip around five European countries. The cultural differences to someone who’s never been to Europe before are amazing. The most noticeable in Italy, was the fashion. There is no doubt the Italians have a great sense of style. One day I was approached by a Gypsy beggar, who was better dressed than me. Another difference is that pet dogs are allowed everywhere – shops and restaurants. The women here even take their dogs into the marina showers with them for a daily wash. The result is a nation of seriously cute, seriously relaxed dogs, most with elegantly coiffured hair‐styles which I find myself actually feeling envious over. The language barrier is also confronting. We eat at the marina restaurant at least twice a day, yet still we get the funniest things served to us that bear little relation to what we ordered. This morning I ordered a cup of black tea, a cappuccino and one apricot croissant. Our regular waitress said, “Yes, yes,” and repeated the order back to me. “A cup of black tea, a cappuccino and one apricot croissant?” “Si,” I said. “Yes.” “I got black tea, cappuccino and two chocolate croissants. Last night I ordered one glass of wine. “One glass of wine?” asked our waiter. “Si,” I said. “Yes.” I got a carafe of wine. No big deal really because wine is cheaper than water and, really, I’m in awe of them knowing any English considering it’s just one of four or five languages they speak regularly. We are hoping to launch the boat in two days. In case you’re wondering about the financial viability of doing this, it costs about 9,000 Euros a month to charter a boat here for four weeks. In contrast, keeping a boat on the hard costs 4,000 Euros a year, plus about another 2,000 Euros in DIY maintenance. Of course, it's an advantage to have the world’s best helper by your side, albeit with a bursting bladder half the time. Last Week's AGM and Annual Report ‐ 61672 Jan Fielding, Friday, 27 July 2012 The Annual General Meeting was held last Saturday, 28th July, with 40 members in attendance. The Annual report and Minutes can be viewed on the on the links below. Other Links Annual Report
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28 July 2012 Get Involved In Volunteering!!! ‐ 61606 Allicia Rae, Saturday, 28 July 2012 Never been part of a race management team before? Don't worry, they don't bite. In fact, all of our current volunteers are very willing to pass on their skills to newcomers. There are plenty of ways to get involved and since we race all year round, there are also plenty of days to get involved. We are looking for race management volunteers to help out in the tower on the boats on race days. Never been part of a race management team before? Don't worry, they don't bite. In fact, all of our current volunteers are very willing to pass on their skills to newcomers. There are plenty of ways to get involved and since we race all year round, there are also plenty of days to get involved. Tower: Get a feel for how the Race Officer’s mind works. You need to be able to recognise which of the courses in the Sailing Instructions will be the fairest for the majority of the fleet. Start / Finish Boat: This is very much like being in the tower, except you are out on the water. The best thing about being on the start boat is you get to learn how the Race Officer operates, how they think and what they see out on the water, which might help you in your future sailing endeavours. Course‐laying boat: Learn the art of laying a great, fair course for the sailors, under the guidance of the Race Officer. It isn’t as easy as you might think, but with a bit of practice it is a great job. Due to lifting marks and heavy weights, it is better to be physically fit for this role. Pin end boat: Assists the Race Officer on the start / finish boat to spot yachts that break the start and also helps the course‐laying boat when a lot of marks need to be moved quickly. This boat may also be used to record finishes when the course is shortened. Think of this boat as the all‐rounder. For members who would like to become committed volunteers, there is the opportunity to be formally trained by participating in YV courses such as, Boat Handling, Radio Operation and Race Officer. Please find attached our current volunteer roster, which runs until the beginning of October. Any spots that are yellow need filling. If you would like to volunteer to be a part of the race management team, please let me know and I will roster you on. You can contact me at the office on 9534 0227 or via email at racing@rmys.com.au. Being part of the Race Management team is a great way to make new friends, learn new skills and see the sport of sailing from a different perspective. So don’t be shy, get involved. Other Links Meet an Olympic race official who started out as a volunteer!
New RMYS Fundraiser Initiative Launch at Vive le Ball ‐ 61607 Stabicraft 2050 Supercab Rod Austin, Saturday, 28 July 2012 This year we are embarking on a new and exciting fundraising venture. It has come time to think about acquiring a new rescue craft and we are aiming to raise approximately $70,000 towards the new vessel. This year we are embarking on a new and exciting fundraising venture. It has come time to think about acquiring a new rescue craft and we are aiming to raise approximately $70,000 towards the new vessel. The first step in the fundraising journey will be a silent auction and raffle at the RMYS Ball, so bring your dancing shoes and support the night. Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron Members can support the cause via a tax‐deductible donation. Many generous RMYS members have previously utilised the tax‐deductible benefits of the Australian Sports Foundation to support our sailors and the invitation is extended for the 2011/2012 tax year and beyond to June 2013. Click on the link for the Australian Sports Foundation Donation Form 2012 Youth, Women and Open Victorian Match Race Championships 18th & 19th August ‐ 61660 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 28 July 2012 Bring it on!!! RYCV will be hosting this event on behalf of YV so lets show them how it's done. Get a RMYS team entered now!!! NOR and entry forms now available. For further information please contact: Royal Yacht Club of Victoria 9397 1277 Email: sailing@rycv.asn.au Other Links Match Racing NOR
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30 July 2012 Sailing Results ‐ 61663 Rod Austin, Monday, 30 July 2012 After the AGM on Saturday, 16 boats ventured out into the blustery conditions with wind strengths varying from 9 to 28 knots. Last Wednesday's fleet had ideal northerly conditions with flat seas although no sunshine. Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series II ‐ Wednesday 25th July Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Eureka Charlotte Mrs Overnewton Best start was won by Sunshine on 3 seconds J. H. McDonald Series ‐ Saturday 28th July Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Dalliance Myaura Forte Best start was won by Matrix on 7 seconds Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored 31 July 2012 VIVE LE BALL‐ Saturday 11th August ‐ 60934 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 31 July 2012 Last Chance to book the The Squadron Ball! This year with a French theme. Featuring the Syncopators, who have entertained us on two previous occasions. Experience the taste of France with classical French food. Where: Harbour Room, Pier Road, St. Kilda. When: This Saturday, 11 August 2012. Time: 1900 hours for a complimentary glass of Champagne. How much: $105.00 per head (not so many Euros). What you get: Three‐course meal with two bottles of wine on each table. Additional beverages available at club prices. Be sure to book early as there have been lots of enquiries about this great night. Get your own table together or allow us to place you on tables with other guests. We will be raffling an iPad, with lots of other great prizes. Dress: Black tie for Messieurs – Tres Chic for Mesdames. Bookings are essential, mon ami: Jan Hurst on 9534 0227 or jan@rmys.com.au Other Links Viva Le Ball Poster
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1 August 2012 Tears and cheers as Tom Slingsby receives his Olympic Gold medal ‐ 61805 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 1 August 2012 There was a huge contingent of Australian Sailing team members standing in the 'friends and family' zone. Intermingled were Tom Slingsby's parents David and Mavis, his girlfriend Flavia Tartaglini, his two sisters and their partners and a lot of people I didn't recognise who were wearing Team Slingsby T‐shirts. The scene was set. The announcer asked us to welcome the medallists from the Men's Laser. Proudly led out by Sweden's Rasmus Myrgren, who had survived a protest by the race committee, Tom Slingsby and Pavlos Kontides followed. The Swedes and the Cypriots cheered, but the Australians cheered louder. The minor medallists were introduced and applauded, and then the announcer, first in French and then in English, said those words that Tom Slingsby has been hearing in his head for 12 long years. "Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the gold medallist, Tom Slingsby, Australia." I was supposed to be standing in the media section, but I had snuck into the "friends and family" zone. Instead of hearing camera lenses clicking, I heard a roar. Glancing around, there were plenty of tears. The gold medal was placed around Tom's neck, the flowers were presented to him and he raised his arms in triumph. We all roared again. "Ladies and gentlemen, please stand for the national anthem of Australia." Tom, Pavlos and Rasmus turned to face the three flag poles, the first bars of Advance Australia Fair rang out and the crowd began to sing. It wasn't great singing. It wasn't even good singing. But there was no doubting the passion. I couldn't tell if Tom shed a little tear, but when he turned back to face the cameras and invited his fellow medallists onto the top step, there was a grin from ear to ear. That's when the chanting began again. "Tommy, Tommy, Tommy..." Just like when Tom won his fourth world championship in Perth, the Australian Sailing Team had shown it was a close‐knit bunch that genuinely gets on well together and that Tom Slinsgby is one of its most popular members. I'm supposed to be a cycnical member of the media. Tonight I was proud to be a mate of Tom Slingsby's. ‐ Roger McMillan mysailing.com.au 7th August 2012 OUR OTHER MEDAL HOPES 49er SKIFFS Australian sailors Nathan Outteridge and Iain Jensen are assured of winning the 49er skiff gold medal at the Olympic regatta in Weymouth. The world champion pair amassed enough points during day 10's two races to be mathematically sure of winning the gold. Outteridge and Jensen now just need to compete in Wednesday's medal race ‐ even if they finish last ‐ to clinch the victory. 470 MEN Queensland's Mat Belcher and crewman Mal Page will be vying for their gold medal on Thursday night. The pair have four races remaining, which will be sailed tonight and tomorrow. If they win gold, Page will become the first sailor to win two gold medals for Australia. Going into tonight's racing the pair have a four‐point lead over old rivals Luke Patience and Stuart Bithell from Great Britain. The New Zealand team of Paul Snow‐Hansen and Jason Saunders are third, a huge 23 points behind the Australians. MATCH‐RACING While tipped as dark horses for a medal few expected Olivia Price, who turned 20 last week, and her team to be sporting the only unblemished scorecard of the regatta. The trio must now hold their nerve in the final series of the match‐racing to win an historic gold medal in the class, which has made its debut at the London Games. They're back on the water tomorrow night and the final is Saturday, the last event of the Olympic sailing program. 470 WOMEN It is still too early to forecast how our women's 470 crew will do at the Olympics with Elise Rechichi and Belinda Stowell having competed just half their regatta in the two‐handed dinghy. The pair are outside the top 10 at the moment, but Rechichi won gold in this event in Beijing and Stowell is also a former gold medal winner ‐ vital experience for Friday's finals. Other Links Irish commentor's video for Women Lasers Radials
2 August 2012 Nautilus Marine Winter Series ‐ SIs Amendment No.4 ‐ 61720 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 2 August 2012 Click on the link for the amendment. Other Links Amendment No 4
3 August 2012 Vic Coalition provides $1.2m to fund St Kilda Pier works ‐ 1st August ‐ 61738 Jan Fielding, Friday, 3 August 2012 Minister for Ports Denis Napthine visited St Kilda Pier today to announce $1.2 million in funding for works to St Kilda Pier precinct in a project that will improve public access and future‐proof breakwater infrastructure to allow for further development in the future. Click on the link for the full Media Release. Other Links Media Release
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Olympic Bar Trading Hours for Saturday 11th August ‐ 61807 Jan Fielding, Friday, 3 August 2012 As there is no sailing on this Saturday due to the RMYS Annual Ball please be aware of the altered trading hours in the Olympic bar. Opening from 11.00am to 9.00pm rolls, coffee & beverages available. 4 August 2012 RMYS and the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta, making a substantial donation to the Cancer Council ‐ 61780 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 4 August 2012 In a 2012 innovation, the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta donated proceeds of the raffles held over the Regatta period ‐ more than $2700.00 ‐ to the Cancer Council. We are privileged at RMYS to be able to host and compete in the Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta. The Regatta is in its 23rd year and is openly recognised as being the prime Regatta, the pinnacle for women competing in Victoria in keelboats. The event now regularly draws competitors from Western Australia, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. In 2012 it was decided to donate the proceeds of the raffles held over the course of the Regatta to assist those not always having the privilege of regular outdoor sporting activity and competition. The AWKR committee for 2012 recommended that we consolidate the raffle sales with the entry fees for the Jennifer Goldsmith Lady Skippers’ Race and bolster our donation to Melanoma research through the Cancer Council in Victoria. Assisted by the energy of the RMYS Sailing Administrator, Alicia Rae, donations for the raffles this year were innovative and not hard to find; a fabulous office chair, cosmetics, restaurant deals, sailing gear, massages, jewellery, the famous “ UNi‐PRO bucket “ and tandem sky dives. Our raffle ticket sales team was relentless, selling tickets over the Regatta weekend, at the Presentation Dinner and over the course of the Sailing Seminar series. At the traditional price of $5.00 each or three for $10.00, they sold a lot of tickets. An amount of $2726.72 was raised and a cheque sent to the Cancer council on behalf of the Regatta and RMYS. A big thank you to our very generous Regatta sponsors, to Sailing Administrator Allicia Rae, Janina Goethel and the AWKR Committee. The innovation this year of a donation was a real success and is a philosophy we would like to strengthen for the Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta. Linda Goldsmith RMYS Commodore 5 August 2012 Congratulations to Sabina Rosser, takes home the silverware at Wynnum Manly Yacht Club in Brisbane ‐ 61777 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 5 August 2012 On the weekend of 21st July 2012, Sabina Rosser steered to victory in the Lady Skipper's Race at Wynnum Manly Yacht Club in Brisbane. On a recent visit to Queensland, long‐time RMYS member Sabina Rosser accepted an invitation from former RMYS members Bob White and Alexis to steer their boat in the Wynnum Manly Yacht Club Lady Skippers Race. The Club has about 600 members and is located on Manly Boat Harbour in Brisbane. The race incorporated boats from Royal Queensland and other clubs within the Manly region. Sabina, one of our most experienced helmspersons, won in convincing fashion, collecting the trophy and prizes. The locals are said to be unimpressed. Sabina has competed in every year of the Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, most recently at the helm of the Radford “Silk". Congratulations Sabina. Linda Goldsmith Commodore RMYS 7 August 2012 Sailing Results ‐ 61797 Tuesday, 7 August 2012 Light breezes meant for a short course for race 8 of the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners. Midweek Mariners Series III will be starting soon, so don't forget to enter Series III if you didn't enter in the Midweek Block. Nautilus Marine Winter Series ‐ Day 4 The forecast of 25‐30 knots from the north‐west did exactly the opposite, giving sailors about 10 knots for the first race of the day and dying out before the second race. This means another amendment has been posted to the official notice board and the website, so be sure to read it before the next Nautilus Marine race day. Click here for Wednesday Series Results Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series II ‐ Wednesday 1st August Race 8 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Dalliance Rock N Roll Caffe Latte Best start was won by Obsession on 4 seconds Click here for Nautilus Marine Winter Series Results and SI Amendment No. 5 Nautilus Marine Winter Series ‐ Saturday 4th August Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd Division 1 ‐ AMS Addiction Tigris Halcyon Division 1 ‐ IRC Halcyon Dekadence Division 1 ‐ PHS Tigris Addiction Halcyon Division 2 ‐ AMS Salamander III Jungle Juice Portofino Division 2 ‐ IRC Salamander III Jungle Juice Matador Division 2 ‐ PHS Gienah Matador Jungle Juice Division 3 ‐ AMS Take One Take Five Weekend Option Division 3 ‐ PHS Take One Café Latte Bushido Division 4 ‐ Non‐
Spinnaker Xit Strategy Vagrant Dalliance Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored Clean Up of RMYS Yard ‐ 61958 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 7 August 2012 Efforts are being made to clean and rejuvenate unloved areas of the yard. 
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Bikes. The bike rack from the north/west gate area is being removed to establish more space for the Cadets and the training academy. Bikes will be stored temporarily and owners will need to collect. Cadet Dinghies. Four dinghies are being prepared for regatta competition, and the spar room is being refitted to provide better storage. Yard perimeter fence. The clutter is disappearing from along the fence. Sailing race equipment. Now being stored in the shipping container. Wheelbarrows. Broken barrows to be repaired or replaced. The next working bee will be held in September to spruce up the Squadron for the season opening. Any other members' ideas are welcome. 8 August 2012 Congratulations Bill Maud ‐ 50 years at RMYS ‐ 61957 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 8 August 2012 Fifty‐year members are a rare breed. Bill has had a very active life in sailing and at the Squadron: 1944: Learned to sail on a lake in Poole Park in Dorset, England. 1945: Purchased a 12‐foot dinghy, very similar to RMYS dinghies, which he raced regularly. 1950 ‐ 1955: Crewed regularly on a 40‐foot yacht called Undine, as welll as sailing Hornets and International 14 footers. He crossed the English Channel on a 24‐foot gaff rigger and, in an 18‐
footer, sailed to Brittany and back from Ipswich, on the east coast of England. This was big news in Yachting Monthly and the crew won sponsorship from Seagull Outboards. 1955 – 1961: Bill was employed by P & O as an engineer. He did a trip on a Thames Barge from Ipswich to London. The Mate did not turn up so he was promoted for the voyage. He has also sailed in Karachi and Hong Kong. 1962: Joined RMYS and crewed on Endeavour with Jack Balmain; Julie with Basil White; Valpine and Buccaneer with Brian Morris and Russell Nathan. Valpine was runner‐up twice in the Diamond state titles, and Buccaneer is the only yacht to date that has won the Centenary Cup twice. He has also been ocean racing on Boambilee (S&S 36) with Peter Goulay, including the last Great Circle Race around Tasmania. "The B & G registered 38 knots (the maximum on the scale) when Boambilee hit the Tasmanian coast and did not drop back until about 12 hours from the finish at Flinders," Bill says. "During the Great Circle Race, I learnt how to sew sails ‐ necessary given we blew nearly every one out!" He has competed in three West Coasters as navigator on Piet Hein (S&S 34) with Allan Scott. Bill has also obtained Yacht Master Offshore ticket; spent 32 days as navigator with Dick Smith Explorer; and has sailed on Spellbound with Ian Ewing and Charlotte with Ross Flood. He has also acted as a race officer. I hope to see Bill continue sailing and attending the club for years to come. 9 August 2012 Early Bird Reward Winners ‐ 61952 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 9 August 2012 As an 'Early Bird Incentive' promoted several weeks ago in Ebreeze, the following Members ‐ Carol Wicher, Antony Elliott & Frieda Hodges will each receive a $100 RMYS Merchandise voucher, congratulations and thanks for paying your membership early! 10 August 2012 Crazy Croatia ‐ If at first you don't succeed, act blonde! ‐ 61946 Jan Fielding, Friday, 10 August 2012 'Is the line taut?' he yelled. I looked at the line leading back to the buoy that I'd just tied on to a cleat on the foredeck. 'Yes,' I replied. The boat gracefully swayed sideways into the pen, beside the pen we were aiming to pull into, while the engine pitch decreased, changed gear and increased again. The giant at the wheel looked stressed and it was obvious something was not quite right. “Is the line taut?” he yelled again, with just the slightest trace of frustration in his voice. Maybe he didn’t hear me? Or maybe “yes” was the wrong answer. Being more the type to think that if at first you don’t succeed, try, try again, I untied the rope on the cleat and let some more out. I then ran out of length so quickly connected another rope with a pair of bowlines looked back and this time yelled, “No?” The chop slapped against the hull and I could feel the eyes of about a million people in the busy town dock watching us with undisguised interest as the boat slipped further down the wharf, now laying across three, thankfully empty, pens. The town quay in Ronvinj was our first stop on our extended European cruise. The boat had been on the hard in a Croatian marina for the past two years, and we had spent the better part of two weeks de‐
winterising her. In Europe, boats pull into wharfs and town quays backwards, not sideways as we do in Australia. Naturally, the giant who owned the boat and who had vast experience in doing this had tried to explain to me our strategy for entering and tying up at this wharf before we attempted this unnatural feat of sailing, but for some reason it was all going belly‐up. I suspected it probably had something to do with whether the “stupid” line I was now responsible for was taut or loose, but still had no idea what the right answer was. I could see an older guy on the quay shouting instructions to us, obviously trying to help, but it was a kind of pointless conversation because was he was speaking in Croatian. His internationally‐standard hand signals were easier to understand so the giant quickly threw him a line which anchored at least one aft side of the boat to the quay. I heaved a huge sigh of relief and went aft to see if I could be more use there. “Is the line taut?” came that dreaded question again, in a patient "why‐me?" tone. “Is it meant to be?” I asked. “Yes,” he said. “Well, in that case,” I replied, looking behind to check. Yep. All OK. The line was taut now. “Yes it is.” The man on the wharf looked at me, smiled and winked then started up with his voluble suggestions and hand gestures again, clearly signaling the giant up forward to do whatever had to be done. I watched with interest as he used brute strength to heave the bow of the boat against wind and waves, slowly up the line, closer to the buoy I’d snagged on the way in, and in doing so, straighten the yacht so that it lay perpendicular, not side‐on, to the wharf. Ohhhhh, I thought. That's how it's meant to be?! The man onshore was finally happy. He tied off the other aft line I had managed to throw to him without incident, smiled again and wandered off. Friendly fellow. In the meantime we untied a big barge‐boardy‐looking thing from the lifelines, and bought it aft to act as a gangplank between the back of the cockpit and the wharf. Apparently this gang‐plank is actually called a passerelle, but take my word for it, gangplank is a far more apt description, especially when it’s precariously bouncing around underneath you while you try to walk over it to shore. Stepping ashore into the dead centre of town, directly underneath a cluster of terracotta‐roofed two‐ and three‐storey village houses that are nestled in the shadow of a centuries‐old imposing church and bell tower, made discovering the interesting fact of why a line should be taut all worthwhile. Each house fronts an impossibly steep, narrow laneway, paved with cobblestones that look like polished marble after centuries of foot traffic, making me relate more than ever to Judy Garland playing Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, when she quips, “We’re not in Kansas any more.” Croatia is different. The food in restaurants is generally served by an older generation of waiting staff, while the drinks and beverages are served by youngsters. The toilet paper in all of the establishments, from hotels to public toilets, is of the highest quality. And supermarket food is generally only half to a third the price of home, but almost all other commodities are on parity. It costs us about A$87 to stay overnight in a marina, A$16 to anchor in a bay outside the popular towns and about $30 to moor up at a town quay, and of course it’s free to anchor at any of the smaller towns or in any of the more remote places. RMYS Sailors arrive in NY for the Fifth Dennis Conner International Yacht Club Challenge ‐ 61951 Jan Fielding, Friday, 10 August 2012 RMYS has two teams participating in the regatta, sailed on J24s provided by the Manhattan Sailing Club. Teams will switch boats after every race. Best of luck to the following RMYS sailors: (Team 1)Janet Dean, Dee Mason, Lisa Paterson, Julie Davis & Tim Woods (Team 2) Phil Battey, Tom Ely, Cherry Birch, Belinda Callander & Eleni Spassopoulos. The racing commences on Friday, 17th August at 1100 hours. Click on the following link for updates on our teams' results. www.myc.org/ 11 August 2012 Price and crew win silver, fall from boat proves costly ‐ 61949 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 11 August 2012 Two simple starting errors and a fall from the boat cost Olivia Price, Nina Curtis and Lucinda Whitty an Olympic gold medal at London 2012. But they made Spain's Tamara Echegoyen work every metre of the way, and earned the admiration and respect of all Australian sailing fans. Read below for more of Roger McMillan's report from 11‐08‐2012. Here’s how the day’s racing panned out: Race 1: Price had right of way, and dominated at the start until a simple error let the Spanish through. From there it was a game of catch‐up. There was little contact on the first beat, but the Australians improved downwind to be seven metres down at the bottom mark. With the wind easing but the biggest swell of the regatta running Australia closed on the second beat, but at every cross there was still a huge separation. Running downwind both boats were surfing, with first one surging and then the other. The gap was 34 metres and looked impossible to bridge, but a good surf and a surge and the impossible looked possible. Could Price pull another Houdini act like the one yesterday? The simple answer was “no”. The yellow flag went up on the finish boat and Spain led 1‐0. Race 2: The second race bore no resemblance to the first. Price won the start and led by 13 metres at the top mark after an uneventful beat. Spain was closing downwind, then Australia gybed and carried them out to the right. Again Price broke away and led by 30 metres at the bottom mark. Upwind, Spain tried throwing a series of tacks but Australia covered. Coming into the top mark with both boats on starboard, Spain tacked first but Australia tacked well ahead and rounded 10 metres in front. From there the Aussies just raced away, crossing 80 metres ahead, making the score 1‐1. Race 3: The third race was a cracker in the early stages, with Spain controlling the pre‐start and carrying Australia well down to starboard. Australia broke the grip and, with two minutes to go, headed back towards the line. There was a lot of circling and Spain was sitting on Price’s transom, but lost control and Price raced away to cross first. They split from the line before engaging in a series of tacks. They would separate, come back together and tack, over and over, carving squares up the course. Australia led by four metres, then five, but near the mark Spain got the overlap and forced Australia wide before tacking to the mark and rounding 14 metres ahead. Australia hit their top speed, clawed back the gap, then disaster! Surfing down a wave at more than 12 knots, the boat broached, crash gybed and Olivia was washed from the boat. Nina Curtis frantically grabbed the tiller while Lucinda Whitty dropped the kite and their skipper swam quickly back to her boat. Price climbed back on board but the damage was done. Spain led 2‐1. Race 4: Perhaps Olivia Price was inspired to get the race over with, so she could get warm and dry. She attacked early, controlling the Spanish in the pre‐start. They snuck out from under, but the Australians lifted off the line and more tacking duels ensued. Australia picked up a lift out to the right and went to a slight lead. By the top mark the margin was 12 metres, which quickly blew out downwind. On the second beat, a loose cover was all that was required to deliver a 20‐metre lead at the top mark, which increased to a 70‐metre winning margin. Now it was 2‐2. Race 5: In the vital last race, neither skipper was prepared to risk penalties and the early engagements were fairly mild. Both boats were sailed well below the line, with Price shadowing Echegoyen but not engaging. Finally, both boats returned to the line and the Spanish won the race and the gold medal right there. Price mis‐timed her run ever so slightly, the Spaniards hit it at full speed at the pin end and lifted 14 metres clear. A series of tacks ensued, with Australia seven metres behind each time the boats met and tacked away. As they got closer to the mark the tacks became shorter and so did the distance between. But Spain rounded three metres ahead. The Spanish initially increased their lead, then Australia came back. They gybed across the stern, hit the front briefly but were carted wide by the Spaniards, who forced the penalty. Then it was all over. With a clear 25‐metre lead, very little tacking was done and the downwind became a procession, with Echegoyen crossing the line with a 100‐metre winning margin. Spain had won the match 3‐2 and had its second gold medal, while Australia picked up its first silver. Finland’s Silja Lehtinen beat Russia’s Ekaterina Skudina for the bronze. The ONLY girls have done Australia proud. Although I think the women’s skiff will be a more exciting class than match racing when it debuts at Rio in four years’ time, it is a shame that this talented young team won’t be able to sail for Olympic gold again. ‐ Roger McMillan 12 August 2012 Viva Le Ball etait magnifique ‐ 61953 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 12 August 2012 Viva Le Ball was magnificent!!!! 13 August 2012 Northern Pacific Seastar Removal ‐ 62039 Jan Fielding, Monday, 13 August 2012 Every month Earthcare St Kilda Harbour conducts a project to remove Northern Pacific Seastar, an exotic species damaging the local marine environment. On the weekend, Earthcare collected 1,639 Seastars ‐ more than 28.5 kilograms. To read more go to http://www.earthcarestkilda.org.au/get‐involved/northern‐pacific‐seastar‐removal/ Earthcare wrote to RMYS thanking us for the use of the showers. “Anyway it was a successful day – the showers were great, and very welcoming after being in 12 degree water – thanks to the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron.” And it all happens again on 16 September. Low tide is at 8.30am; I know it is early, but I am sure the weather will be warmer – so set your alarms. See you then. 14 August 2012 Sailing Results ‐ 61945 Tuesday, 14 August 2012 The Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Race 9 had great winds for sailing after a gale warning was downgraded to a strong wind warning, delivering a constant 15 ‐ 20 knots from the north. Midweek Mariners Series III will be starting soon, so don't forget to enter Series III if you didn't enter in the Midweek Block. Race 7 of the J.H McDonald was rescheduled to Saturday, 25th August, as the Vive Le Ball was hosted last Saturday. Click here for Wednesday Series Results Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series II ‐ Wednesday 8th August Race 9 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Vagrant Leilani Mrs Overnewton Best start was won by Leilani on seven seconds Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored Australian Volunteer Coast Guard ‐ Radio Operators Needed ‐ 62038 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 14 August 2012 Australian Volunteer Coast Guard (Flotilla 12) seeks Volunteer Radio Operators to assist in the Radio Tower based at Sandringham. Please click on the link for more information. Other Links More Information
17 August 2012 Croatia ‐ stories from Rab ‐ 62010 Jan Fielding, Friday, 17 August 2012 We had just stepped off the boat for a late breakfast, on to the town quay in the town of Rab on the island of Rab, in Croatia, when a man came running over to us from the coffee shop opposite. Read below for more of Lauraine McDonald's adventures in Rab, Croatia. He looked agitated but friendly and immediately began speaking to us very quickly in Croatian. We shook our heads at him until he paused for a breath, and then suggested, “English?” He shook his head sadly. “Deutsch?” he said hopefully? We shook our heads. “Italiano?” he tried. “No.” Now it was our turn to look sad. “Francais?” He was a persistent and obviously impressive linguist. “Just English,” I said, feeling like adding by way of explanation, “We’re from Australia.” He launched back into voluble Croatian, this time using graphic body language and not a word of English to explain that at 23:00 last night, the back of our boat came free from its aft mooring and swung around 180 degrees to lie alongside his power boat. Normally we tie up stern‐to town quays, but when we’d come in yesterday we’d noticed a rare vacant side‐on spot, so squeezed into that, between an island ferryboat and family powerboat. His entire family ‐ wife and two children ‐ apparently all scrambled on to our ropes and somehow managed to pull our boat around and, using a couple of spare lines lying around on deck, tie her down more securely. We thanked him heaps, all of us incredulous that we’d slept through the entire incident. Rab was the fifth stop on our extended European cruise. We’d sailed from Pula, where the boat had been stored for the past two years, to Rovinj, Vsar, Porec, Novigrad, Umag, back to Pula, then to Osor and finally into Rab. Much of the sailing had been uneventful but Rab seemed jinxed and it was only just the beginning. Unaware of this at the time, we cheerfully headed off to our next port at Zadar or Molat, depending on the weather. Although our smart phones, with their local sim cards, give us good access to online weather forecasts, and more accurate GPS positioning and navigation charts than the boat’s system, the islands and huge mountainous mainland warp the wind, so we tend to make decisions according to how the weather feels once we are under way. About an hour later we remembered we needed fuel, so did a u‐ie and headed back into Rab to take our place behind five or six other boats lining up for fuel in the channel between the town quay and marina. The engine spluttered, then died. We restarted it and it spluttered and died again. As the wind pushed us towards the crowded town quay, the giant who owned the boat quickly dropped the anchor. It slowed our progress, but did not stop us and we drifted onto a beautiful wooden motor‐sailor with me frantically hanging fenders along the side so we didn’t damage her, then throwing a rope to the surprised old guy on deck with a mute signal for him to raft us up alongside. It took about an hour to track the problem to the fuel filter, then another stressful half hour or so to get to the fuel‐filter shop before it closed for its standard four‐hour afternoon siesta. The new filter worked and the engine ran like a dream, but when we lifted the anchor it bought up a rusty, old lobster cage that refused to be dislodged. At least it explained why the anchor could not get a grip in the channel. With our unusual bow adornment, we filled the fuel tanks then motored past the crowded town quay, nodding and smiling to all the helpful souls who tried to tell us, in about 100 different languages, that we had a rusty, old lobster cage hanging off our anchor. Thank you. No, we didn’t know we had a rusty, old lobster cage hanging from our anchor. D'oh! We finally slunk out of the channel and into deeper water, where the giant deemed it was safe to lever the cage off so it could not cause anyone else problems. In doing so he accidentally dropped the boat hook into the water, which was only retrieved after a semi‐
serious search and rescue effort. As I say. Some islands just feel jinxed. Sailability Volunteers needed at The Boatshed ‐ 62261 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 17 August 2013 Sailability, a Yachting Victoria program, is looking for clubs to to assist with people of all abilities to learn to sail at The Boatshed, Albert Park. Roles include: Safety Boat Drivers, Sailing Crew, Dock Marshals, Instructors, Operations, Boat Maintenance. It would be fantastic if we could find a RMYS team to assist on Fridays. Friday Schedule is 9.30 ‐ Volunteers arrive and set up boats 10.00 – School arrives and sail for 2 hours 12.00 – Sailing ends – pack up boats 12.30 – Finish I can highly recommend helping and if interested please ring boatshed manager Tom. His mobile is 0450 579421. Your joy of sailing is all that is required, no further experience necessary! All relevant training will be provided and further opportunities to complete qualifications will be provided in first aid, powerboat handling and instructor training. We encourage local yacht clubs in the Bayside/Port Phillip region to gather a team of volunteers (4‐6 people) to assist with one of our weekday programs; just like our Black Rock team of volunteers, ‘The Unemployables’, who have been part of The Boatshed for several years. A member of The Unemployables, Bruce, says the work is hugely rewarding: "We have a group of four of us who turn up each week, to run the program," he says. "We have a very broad range of clients we work with ‐ some who cannot talk and are in wheelchairs and others who have learning and mobility disabilities. "We have worked with the same group for a couple years and you end up having a strong connection to them. I get a great kick out of seeing Donna smile and she is the most handicapped of them all.” Another volunteer, Tom, has a similar view. "It is wonderful to have the opportunity to not only give something back to the sport, but also, to sense the joy and pleasure that our involvement brings to our regular special‐needs buddies," he says. "For some clients it is one of the few kinds of recreation they can participate in." As a group we really enjoy the social side of being together. We get there early rig up and then head of across the lake in the rescue boat to grab a coffee and return just as the clients arrive. It is enjoyable working with like minds, who belong to the same sailing club and share sailing tips and experiences when we get time. We arrive around 1000 hours, get the boats in the water and rigged, check the rescue boat (essential for getting coffee) and at 1030 head off for coffee. The clients arrive at 1100 and we start getting them in boats via the winch or off the jetty. Depending on the conditions and the client, we will have a mixture of clients sailing on their own or with one of us; they go out for about 20 minutes each. We are normally all packed up and gone by 1300. The whole process is very easy and does not take long to learn. I cannot instill in you enough how important and rewarding this work is and that clubs from all over Victoria should get involved. I am sure all clubs have some members who may be retired, house dads/wives or just have some time on their hands, who could get in behind Sailability and volunteer on a regular basis. For more information please contact Sarah Ogilvie at Yachting Victoria via email at sailability@yachtingvictoria.com.au or by mobile on 0401 637 728. 18 August 2012 Docklands Progressive Dinner Cruise ‐ report by Pat Milwright ‐ 62024 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 18 August 2012 Most of us left the Squadron around 1530 hours on Saturday, 18th August, the wind having dropped below 20 knots we had a pleasant sail to Docklands. Our dinner turned out to be a great success, with starters on Mandu, entree on Astarte, mains on Mrs Overnewton and Mandala, dessert on Mrs O but supplied by Red Dog/Astarte, finishing up with chocolate and port on La Civetta. Then rum on Mrs O, more rum on Astarte, and port, wine, rum, beer, pizza, party pies, etc on Mandala. Some of us didn't get to our racks until 0300!! I think I may have eaten a crook oyster, as I wasn't feeling great on Sunday morning. However, suitably fatty bacon sandwiches and coffee was the right medicine, and we slipped at 0945 and back to RMYS by 1100. ‐ Pat Milwright 19 August 2012 Report from New York by Janet Dean ‐ 62025 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 19 August 2012 Dennis Conner International Yacht Club Challenge 2012. The regatta is over, three days of racing and bobbing around in the Hudson with a backdrop of Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. Two teams from RMYS made the journey to New York to compete in the fifth Dennis Conner International Yacht Club Challenge 2012. This regatta is a friendly competition between yacht clubs from around the world. Teams were from the US, Scotland, Canada, Bermuda, Denmark, Germany, Japan, China and Australia. The regatta started with a practice race on Thursday, followed by a welcome reception at the clubhouse. No parking at the clubhouse, you can only get there by launch – a 10 to 15‐fifteen minute ride across the Hudson. The opening reception was attended by Dennis Conner as the patron of the regatta. The club starts all its races from the deck of the clubhouse with courses being set as upwind or downwind starts, depending on the wind. No totally laid courses are set. The course area has obstructions – security zones around Ellis Island. Each boat in the regatta had a representative from Manhattan Sailing Club on board, needed for their local knowledge of tides and ferry traffic. On day one we sailed three races in light winds with upwind starts, over two laps of the course. Between each race, it was back to the shore to swap boats (a different boat for each race), then head back out again battling the river traffic, tides, and waves. Day two was a glorious day, with sunshine and light winds. Sunblock and hats were a must. It was downwind starts and as the day progressed, downwind starts with a very strong outgoing tidal flow! The fourth race was sailed. A quick run back to the docks to swap boats over and out to the race course again. The fifth race was started in light conditions with the tide and the fleet spread out very quickly on the first upwind leg. Eventually the race committee abandoned the race as the tidal flow was stronger than the wind and was pushing us backwards down the river. We drifted and motored round and round the clubhouse until there was enough wind for another attempt. Off we went with the tide even stronger downwind and light winds. Unfortunately, the wind didn't stay in for long so the race was abandoned again. Day three was overcast with light winds and sailing started two hours earlier than scheduled in order to catch up on day two's races. It was downwind starts again with all boats arriving at the first mark pretty well together. There was a traffic jam again at the first mark, all with spinnakers up or coming down. Finally, after three attempts, race five was completed so back to the docks to swap boats had head back to the race course. Race six was started in light winds again with the tidal flow increasing and wind starting to drop. Unfortunately, the race limit expired for more than half the fleet as the wind dropped out. Back to the docks for yet another boat changeover and out again. Now it was glassy on the Hudson. Some boats drifted/motored round for another hour or so until the race committee decided there would not be another race. So the regatta finished with six of the scheduled eight races completed. The regatta was won by Manhattan Sailing Club's Team A, and the Danish team won the perpetual trophy for the first international team in the regatta. After three days of racing, it was off to the presentation dinner in the evening and the conclusion of a fun‐filled regatta. RMYS Teams New York Click here for more photo's and results from the MSC facebook site RMYS Team A Phil Battey Tom Ely Cherry Birch Belinda Callander Eleni Spassopoulos RMYS Team B Janet Dean Dee Mason Lisa Paterson Julie Davis Tim Woods Swing Mooring Relocation Meeting ‐ Thursday 6 September @ 1830hrs ‐ 62044 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 19 August 2012 The new Marina has nearly all the necessary permits to proceed, and the first stage of construction on the Southern and Northern breakwater is expected to commence late 2012 early 2013. Swing mooring permit holders or swing mooring occupiers are invited by RMYS, on behalf of Parks Victoria, to a meeting where we will present the proposed swing mooring relocation strategy and plan. RSVP to Jan Hurst at jan@rmys.com.au or Rod Austin at manager@rmys.com.au by Tuesday, 4th September 20 August 2012 AMS & IRC Weighing Day @ Sandringham Yacht Club ‐ Sunday 2nd September ‐ 61803 Jan Fielding, Monday, 20 August 2012 The next Yachting Victoria boat weighing day is to be held on Sunday 2nd September 2012 at Sandringham Yacht Club. Bookings are essential. Contact Alex from Yachting Victoria 9597 0066 to arrange your booking. Click on the link for further information. Other Links AMS & IRC Boat Weighing Information
21 August 2012 Sailing Results ‐ 62034 Tuesday, 21 August 2012 Wednesday 15th The final Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series II race had perfect sailing conditions with a constant 15‐20 knots from the north. The Ian Ewing Trophy for series II was awarded as was a special prize from Morse Air Systems. Saturday 18th August The Nautilus Marine Winter Series was cancelled again due to too much wind this week, with a steady breeze of 25 knots, gusting regularly into the low 30s. Click here for Wednesday Series Results Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series II ‐ Wednesday 15th August Race 10 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Leilani Ceilidh Lass XIT Strategy Best Start – We had 8 boats start within 10 seconds of their official start time, but one boat pipped everyone at the post…..Eureka on 2 seconds! Midweek Mariners Series III is starting tomorrow! Congratulations to Keith O'Donnell and his team on Matrix for taking out the Ian Ewing Trophy for series II of the Midweek Mariners, sponsored by Morse Air Systems. Congratulations to Ian Guyett and Selwyn Stokes, who were each presented with a voucher for $125 worth of club merchandise by sponsor Michael Morse from Morse Air Systems, as a thank you for running every race of the Midweek Mariners Series II Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored Welcome Home the Olympians at RMYS TONIGHT ‐ 62046 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 21 August 2012 The Victorian Olympic Council has selected RMYS Harbour Room as the venue to host the 2012 Australian Olympic Team Reception. Come down for a drink at the Olympic Bar TONIGHT at 1900hrs and rub shoulders with Olympians, Chef de Mission and dignitaries. You are sure to bump into some of our champions. 25 August 2012 RMYS have a LIVE project Message from Project Director, Stuart Tait ‐ 62137 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 25 August 2012 I am pleased to report the Marina Project has gone beyond the planning and design stages and is now at tender. I must thank all those financially and emotionally committed for still waiting patiently as we endeavour to now complete this project in 2013. 1. City of Port Phillip Planning Permit compliance. The Council Statutory Planning Committee endorsed our Southern Breakwater compliance application at its meeting Tuesday, 19 June 2012. This was to be the last endorsement required before proceeding to Tender. Those that spoke at the meeting on behalf of RMYS were: Julie Davis – Club member, Resident, Barrister ‐ Planning; Richard Hill – GHD Engineer – Technical aspects, Jo Connellan – Department of Transport ‐ Funding for enabling sleeves/pylons within Southern Breakwater; and Stuart Tait – Project Director. 2. Vic Coalition provides $1.2m to fund St Kilda Pier works On 1 August at St Kilda Pier the Minister of Transport Dr Denis Napthine launched this $1.2 million project. The Department of Transport has allocated funding (about $200,000) to design and install pylons / sleeves in the Southern Breakwater and another $1 million to upgrade the existing timber jetty between the pier kiosk and the new marina. This was seen as a positive start as a commitment to the replacement of the entire pier. 3. A Tenders process has commenced and submissions have now been received in August. There are currently two tenders: 1. Civil works incorporating the Southern Breakwater and Northern Groyne 2. The New Marina's 250 berths and wave attenuator Panels have been established by RMYS to review the tenders on all club and technical aspects. The third proposed Services tender in regards to supplying services along the Pier to the Marina is ready but on hold as negotiate the other two tenders to a shortlist and liaise with Parks Victoria in this regards. 4. Our Project Manager GHD have been appointed as project manager. GHD has been working with RMYS throughout the planning and design stages over the past six years and we are happy this association will continue as project manager. GHD is an international network of engineers, architects and environmental scientists serving clients in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. The GHD team is led by Richard Hill. He has an extensive background in the fields of ports & maritime, and has had involvement with waterborne transport infrastructure, ports, terminals, marinas, marine structures and dry and liquid bulk terminals. Richard is a member of the Institution of Civil Engineers and former Chair of PIANC in the UK. PIANC being the world association focussed on Waterborne Transport Infrastructure. Richard is also the UK Representative on PIANC Working Group 149 ‐ Guidelines for the Design of Marinas. He has almost 20 years' experience in the planning, design and delivery of development works in the port and maritime environment. 5. Our Superintendent Nash Management Group NMG, established in 2004, undertakes project management and superintendent roles in all sectors from land subdivisions, high‐end residential developments, office buildings and sporting clubs. Matthew Pearce, Senior Project Manager of NMG and experienced with many clubs including The Lakes Golf Club, Kooyong Tennis Club, Sorrento Sailing Couta Boat Club and has a sound knowledge of contractual requirements and administrative needs. He takes projects on with a very hands on approach. 6. Parks Victoria Parks Victoria is very much involved in this project, acting on behalf of Department of Transport with the recent timber jetty refurbishment and Southern Breakwater enabling works, and the Department of Sustainability and Environment in preparing the Works Authority documents to enable RMYS to construct on site, and the proposed 21 year seabed lease for the Marina. The new seabed lease is planned to commence at the time of occupation of the new Marina 7. Swing Moorings A plan is being developed to relocate the Swing Moorings in readiness for the new Marina and a meeting has been scheduled for 6 September at 1830hrs to present this plan to swing mooring holders. 8. Finance and Marina Sales 101 of the 128 pens have been sold as 20‐year long‐term leases and the aim is to sell the remaining pens expected to be sold from now and until construction. If not all pens are sold, RMYS will have in place a loan facility to service this debt. 9. Programme of Works as its stands, 25 August 2012 Project Award September 2012 Review of Contract Documentation October 2012 Commence Construction (Civil) November 2012 Commence Construction Marina January 2012 Practical Completion (Civil) May 2013 May 2013 Commence Construction (Services) Practical Completion (Marina and Services) August 2013 10. Earthcare Earthcare St Kilda is a non‐profit volunteer group that works in partnership with local government, state government bodies and scientists to improve the natural resources of the City of Port Phillip, from Port Melbourne to Elwood. Current Earthcare St Kilda projects include: Monitoring the health of Little Penguin and Rakali populations. Providing a Penguin Guide service each night during the daylight saving period to educate visitors and minimise the impact of visitors on the penguin colony. Minimising the impact of North Pacific Seastars around St Kilda pier. Seagrass bed surveys. Surveys of local bird and plant species, both resident and transient. Public education for school groups, visitors and other interested parties. For all the details of their excellent research please go to http://stkildapenguins.com.au/skp/ or http://www.earthcarestkilda.org.au/ Next edition ‐ Tender Evaluation update, Swing Mooring Update and Dugga Beasley and his double ended classic wooden fishing fleet 26 August 2012 Nautilus Marine Winter Series Presentation ‐ Saturday 1st September ‐ 62136 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 26 August 2012 The final day of the Nautilus Marine Winter Series is almost upon us. On 1st September all of the yachts will hit the water for the final day of the Nautilus Marine Winter Series. Races 3 and 4 are scheduled with a warning time of 1155 advertised. After what will (hopefully) be a successful day of sailing, there will be a casual presentation with a welcome drink and some finger food. We hope to see you all there to celebrate the conclusion of the inaugural Nautilus Marine Winter Series. 27 August 2012 RMYS Merchandise Specials ‐ Ladies Vests ‐ 62253 Soft shell vest Jan Fielding, Monday, 27 August 2012 Ladies Vests for sale at nearly cost price!!! Navy Polar fleece drop tail vest was $85 now $50. Red/Black & Black/Red soft shell vest was $90 now $55. This discount will not be repeated, contact the office today to secure your purchase. Polar Fleece Vest ‐ Collar detail Polar Fleece Vest ‐ Collar Back detail Polar Fleece Vest 28 August 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 62122 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 28 August 2012 Wednesday 22nd August ‐ Series III of the Midweek Mariners is being sponsored once again by Morse Air Systems. Saturday 25th August ‐ The final in the JH McDonald series was raced in a breezy 20‐25 knot westerly. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday Series Results Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Wednesday 22nd August Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Leilani Matrix Mrs Overnewton Best start was won by XIT Strategy ‐ 4 seconds J. H. McDonald Series ‐ Saturday 25th August Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Vagrant Longshot Sea Eagle Best Start was won by Portofino ‐ 7 seconds Upcoming Saturday Races – The Helly Hansen Mixed Winter Series will start on the 8th of September. Online entries are now open ‐ click on the following link. Winter Mixed Series Entry You will not need to complete this entry if you entered Block 2 (All weekend races) at the beginning of winter. Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided), failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 30 August 2012 Nautilus Marine Winter Series Thank‐you… ‐ 62243 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 30 August 2012 On behalf of the Sailing Committee and myself, I would like to thank our wonderfully generous sponsor ‐
Nautilus Marine Insurance and our superb family of volunteers. Namely Garry Hosie, Dennis Livingston, Scott Allbutt, Ross Flood, Sabina Rosser, Ian Guyett, Tony Lukeman, Roy Palmer, Alistair Hart, Michael Neumann, Tom Ely, Peter Richardson, Cassy Rae, Kristin Zuhlsdorff, Terry Johnson, Marc Tracy, Mark Coleman, Kathleen MacKian, David Sudano, Andrew Gluth, Allicia Rae and Rod Austin. We can all be proud that this series has been a resounding success and it wouldn't be possible without your contribution. So once again, our grateful thanks and we hope that next year is equally successful, if not better. Kind Regards Andy Doolan RMYS 31 August 2012 Nautilus Marine Winter Series final round overall ‐ 62207 John Curnow, Friday, 31 August 2012 You need to be patient when you create something new. Will they come? Will it be a success? It is a good thing then, that the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS) were indeed very patient when they created the Nautilus Marine Winter Series (NMWS) on Melbourne's Port Phillip. This is not because boats and crews did not come out to play. They well and truly did! To the tune of more than 30 vessels in the end. No. Rather you needed to have patience with Melbourne's notorious weather. Click on the link below for more of John Curnow's article. Other Links NMWS Article ‐ Sail World
NMWS Article ‐ Club Marine
Nautilus Marine Winter Series Nautilus Marine 1 September 2012 Upcoming October 2013 marine radio course. Get hands ‐ on radio trained before this Summer! ‐ 59331 Leigh Brennan‐Smith, Sunday, 1 September 2013 A marine radio is a vital safety item on board a vessel. It gives you access weather updates, important safety information and lets you call for help in an emergency. Hands‐on training with live marine radios is available at the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. Hands ‐ on Marine Radio course. See our New Icom HF radio demonstrated. Next evening course at RMYS starts Thursday 10th October, 2013. The next Marine Radio Operator's Certificate (MROCP and MROVCP) evening course will be held at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron commencing next Thursday 10 October 2013, at 1900 hours. Our course include hands on radio usage and demonstration including: HF (ICOM 801 DSC equipped), VHF linked radios with DSC and UHF radio training All marine radio users (except 27 mhz users) must have a Marine Radio Proficiency Certificate (licence) by law under the Commonwealth Radiocommunications Act 1992. Severe penalties apply for unlicensed users. You also must have a Proficiency Certificate to apply for a MMSI number required to operate the new generation of Automatic Identification System (AIS) anti collision equipment and Digital Selective Calling (DSC). Options include the MROCP certificate including HF/MF/VHF bands conducted over 3 nights ($275) orMROVCP (VHF only) course conducted over 2 nights ($235). A short test for both courses will be held on Tuesday 22 October. Please note that the course fee includes all external exam/licence fees of $63 and an official marine radio textbook. Subjects include: Hands‐on use of marine radio equipment, correct radio call procedures, making distress calls, using DSC (Digital Selective Calling), fault‐checking radio equipment, understanding the power supply (marine batteries), operating distress beacons (EPIRBs, etc), AIS (Automatic Identification System), search & rescue in Australia and more. So if you are time‐poor, this is a very efficient way to become marine radio qualified before summer,without interrupting your sailing time! Spaces are still available, but bookings are closing soon! For an information sheet click here, a booking form click here or call Leigh Brennan‐Smith, Training office RMYS on 9534 0059, mobile 0412 196301 or email training@rmys.com.au. Junior Sailing ‐ Cadet Information Night ‐ Thursday, 20th September @1830 hours ‐ 62356 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 1 September 2012 Junior members and their parents are invited to a meet‐and‐greet night with important information about this year's calendar, the Stonehaven Cup, Season Opening Day and more ‐ Olympic Lounge @1830 hours. A complimentary drink is included. For more information, please contact Rob Murraylee on 0402 342 806. BLiSS Launch Invitation from RBYC ‐ 62745 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 1 September 2012 BLiSS (Brighton Ladies Skippers Series) is held in May, an invitation for the launch of BLiSS is extended to all RMYS members, skippers, crew, volunteers, boat owners and ladies wanting to sail. Please join RBYC for champagne on arrival and hors d'oeuvres Friday, 26th October at 7pm Bayview Room. The single requirement for BLiSS is that the skipper must be female. Crew can be of any gender and all participants must have fun. BLiSS 2012/13 will be again run in two racing divisions with both PHS and AMS handicap classes in each. The DKI Teams Trophy introduced in 2011 will also be contested with Senior and Youth teams invited from all competing clubs. Other Links Invitation
2 September 2012 Swing Mooring Relocation Meeting held Sept. 6 ‐ 62355 Rod Austin, Sunday, 2 September 2012 The meeting held last week was well attended with over 58 swing mooring holders. Also present at the meeting were: Parks Victoria ‐ Graeme Davis (Chief Ranger Port Phillip and Westernport) and Jo Richards (Swing Moorings) GHD ‐ Catherine Bell (Marina Project manager) Nash Management ‐ Mathew Pearce (Superintendent) RMYS Committee and staff: Ian Lodewyckx, Andy Doolan, Amanda Wakeham, Stuart Tait, David Connolly, Michael Neumann and Jan Hurst RMSTA – Leigh Brennan‐Smith Attached are copies of the plan, layout and minutes of the meeting Other Links Swing Mooring Relocation Strategy
Swing Mooring Relocation layout
Minutes 6 September
3 September 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 62245 Jan Fielding, Monday, 3 September 2012 Wednesday 29th August A gale warning was cancelled and Port Phillip put on a glorious show with a practically perfect sailing day of 10‐12 knot Southerlies. Saturday 1st September The wind was light, but we managed to get in two races on the final day of the Nautilus Marine Winter Series. Thanks to Nautilus Marine's generous support there were plenty of trophies, caps and gloves to go around, not to mention $12,000 worth of insurance vouchers! Thanks to everyone who competed and also to all of the volunteers for running the Nautilus Marine Winter Series over the six weeks. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday Series Results Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Wednesday 29th August Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd PHS XIT Strategy Obsession Matrix Best start was won by Eureka ‐ 0 seconds Nautilus Marine Winter Series Results ‐ Saturday 1st September 1st 2nd 3rd Div 1 IRC Halcyon Dekadence Jazz Player Div 1 AMS Tigris Dekadence Halcyon Div 1 PHS Tigris Dekadence Halcyon Div 2 IRC Salamander III Jungle Juice Ellipse Div 2 AMS Salamander III Portofino Jungle Juice Div 2 PHS Gienah Salamander III Ellipse Div 3 AMS Take Five Take One Bushido Div 3 PHS Bushido Cafe Latte Take One Div 4 PHS ‐ Non Spinnaker Dalliance Vagrant XIT Strategy Upcoming Saturday Races – The Helly Hansen Mixed Winter Series will start on the 8th of September. Online entries are now open: click on the following link. Winter Mixed Series Entry You will not need to complete this entry if you entered Block 2 (all weekend races) at the beginning of winter. Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 7 September 2012 Cadets ‐ Victorian State Selections ‐ 62345 Jan Fielding, Friday, 7 September 2012 Over the past two weekends some of our cadets have been competing for selection to the Victorian team to contest the Stonehaven Cup at RBYC. Stephen Everton skippered Cainie to third position in heat 2 with Max Murraylee and James Moeller as crew. Leroy Addison skippered Catani to second position in heat 4 with James Moeller on main and Michael Johnson as forehand. Robert Murraylee 11 September 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 62353 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 11 September 2012 Wednesday, 5th September ‐ Extremely strong winds brought about a gale warning for a second week running, but unfortunately this time the winds did not subside and racing for the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners was cancelled. Saturday, 1st September ‐ Helly Hansen is on board this year to sponsor the Winter Mixed Series and there are some awesome sailing bags up for grabs. A strong wind warning was current for the race and due to a race to Geelong being held we had a small, but quality fleet of four boats. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday Series Results Helly Hansen Winter Mixed Series ‐ Pursuit ‐ Saturday 8th September Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Revenge Ellipse Portofino Best Start – Tigris on 5 seconds Upcoming Saturday Races – The Helly Hansen Mixed Winter Series will start on the 8th of September. Online entries are now open: click on the following link. Winter Mixed Series Entry You will not need to complete this entry if you entered Block 2 (all weekend races) at the beginning of winter. Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 12 September 2012 RMYS Marina Update Issue 4 ‐ 62538 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 12 September 2012 The Marina Project has now gone beyond the planning and design stages. Tenders have now been received and are being evaluated. Click on the link for the complete update. Other Links Marina Update ‐ Issue 4
15 September 2012 Spring Clean at RMYS ‐ 62537 Jan Fielding, Friday, 14 September 2012 Pictures of Work currently happening: . Yard Screens and general yard tidiness. . Front Entrance Pathway and drainage. . Mexican Orange Blossom (Choisya) planted along the front pathway. . Cadet Dinghies. . Car Park Signs. . RMYS RIB 'Marshall Hawes' There is plenty to do at the working bee scheduled on 30 September. Bring some overalls. RMYS will supply a BBQ. For catering purposes, please contact Jan Hurst, at jan@rmys.com.au, if you will be lending a hand. Front Pathway Car Park Signs Yard Screen Mollie G New Year's Eve at Docklands ‐ 62744 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 15 September 2012 If you are thinking of spending New Year's Eve at Docklands, bookings have opened. Other Links More Information
(Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Be a part of the 2013 AWKR!!! ‐ 62754 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 15 September 2012 It is that time of year again when we start putting together the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) committee for the 23rd AWKR! The AWKR is acknowledged as the most successful regatta in Victoria, specifically for women and is held annually on the Queen's Birthday Long Weekend. If you want to be an integral part of the AWKR Organising Team, this is your chance. We are now taking expressions of interest from members who want to get involved in this fantastic event. What do you have to do? 
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Attend meetings once a month. Take on a role such as; media, sponsorship, marketing, social events etc. Get involved! Have fun! You don’t need any experience to be a part of this committee, just enthusiasm for this great event! So why not “Get On Board”? To register your interest, please contact Sailing Administrator Allicia Rae on 9534 0227, via email racing@rmys.com.au or drop into the office. 16 September 2012 Litter ‐ 62642 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 16 September 2012 Too much litter is being found within our boundaries of the Harbour. Members must ensure all rubbish from their boats and the pier is disposed of correctly. It is unfortunate that we are discovering that too often members are failing to do the right thing. Please respect the Squadron and the sensitive surrounds we sail in. If you do see anyone littering please advise the RMYS office. Please take with you all rubbish from the harbour. Rubbish bins are located on the pier and in the RMYS yard. 17 September 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 62532 Jan Fielding, Monday, 17 September 2012 Wednesday 12th September ‐ It was a great day for sailing last Wednesday for the 4th race of the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners, with flat seas and winds between 18‐25 knots from the north. There was a small, but quality fleet of 8 yachts… Saturday 15th September ‐ Light winds from the south west were present for the second race of the Helly Hansen Winter Mixed Series. It was great to see 16 yachts on the water. The sight from the clubhouse of 16 yachts charging the start line was spectacular. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday Series Results Morse Air Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Wednesday 12th September Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Astarte Charlotte Mrs Overnewton Best Start ‐ Leilani by 3 seconds Helly Hansen Winter Mixed Series ‐ Combined ‐ Saturday 15th September Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd AMS Portofino Salamander III Ellipse IRC Salamander III Ellipse Jazz Player PHS Dalliance Jazz Player Longshot Sailors will be notified by email when entries for the Summer Race Season are open. Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 19 September 2012 Seagulls ‐ 62634 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 19 September 2012 Did you know seagulls are a protected species? So please note their nests during this current breeding season must not be interfered with. If anyone is caught offending they could face a serious fine. Remember, we are in a sensitive environment area and plenty of St Kilda locals are keeping an eye on the Squadron and its activities. 21 September 2012 Dinner @ RMYS ‐ Olympic Lounge ‐ Grand Final Eve ‐ Friday 28th September ‐ 62638 Jan Fielding, Friday, 21 September 2012 Come and have a very pleasant dinner. Great view, good food. Phone through your booking to the Olympic bar after 5pm on 9534 0227 or email olympicbar@rmys.com.au 22 September 2012 Grand Final Day ‐ Saturday 29th September ‐ Bar opens @ 0930 hours ‐ 61988 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 22 September 2012 The sailing starts at 1100 hours. After that the action is in the Olympic Bar, with all eyes on the AFL Grand Final. Please feel free to bring your friends and family. Please join us after the race to watch the Grand Final on the screens in the Olympic Bar. The game starts at about 1430 hours. Kitchen open from 1400 hours to 2100 hours, there will be pies, chips, nachos – in other words, “footy food”. Special $5 basic spirits during the game. Plus the regular $4.80 glass of house wine and $3.40 pot of Boags. As always, the Events Committee will run sweeps with various prizes, featuring the always popular Bundy Toss (sponsored byfood&desire) at half time. If you can’t go to the game, the Squadron is the next best place to be!! Go Hawks!! Magpie, Swans, Eagles and Seagull supporters welcome. 24 September 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 62633 Jan Fielding, Monday, 24 September 2012 Wednesday 19th September ‐ 13 yachts made it to the start line for race 5 of the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners. Light winds from the south west prevailed and Dalliance came out on top for the best start on 4 seconds. Saturday 22nd September ‐ A steady 10 knots from the south made for a gorgeous day on the water for the 3rd race of the Helly Hansen Winter Mixed Series. 17 yachts were on the water and there was a tie for best start between Gienah and Ellipse, each on 6 seconds. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday Series Results Morse Air Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Wednesday 19th September Race 5 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Dalliance Take One Oleana Best Start ‐ Dalliance by 4 seconds Helly Hansen Winter Mixed Series ‐ Pursuit ‐ Saturday 22nd September Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Revenge Dalliance Present Laughter Equal Best Start ‐ Gienah & Ellipse by 6 seconds Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 25 September 2012 Season Opening Day ‐ Saturday, 6th October ‐ Book Now !!!! ‐ 62045 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 25 September 2012 Please join us for lunch to celebrate the Opening of the Squadron's 137th Sailing Season. Also presentation of the Club Member of the Year, the Blessing of the Fleet and the Sail Past. Click on the link for the Booking Form ‐ rsvp 28/09/2012 1100 Drinks on the Roof 1145 Harbour Room – Antipasto Platter served. 1200 Presentation – Club Member of the Year. And a special guest (TBA). 1230 Luncheon served – Alternate: Roast King Salmon Fillet, fennel orange and Nicola potato salad, orange and chive sauce OR Spring Herb stuffed chicken breast, warm spiced risoni pasta with pinenuts, whipped fetta dressing. Price: $55.00 per head Bookings are essential by 28th September 2012, to Jan Hurst on 9534 0227 or jan@rmys.com.au 1400 Board boats 1440 Blessing of the Fleet and sail past, with a prize for the best dressed boat. 1600 Return to the Clubhouse for a BBQ on the balcony and to be entertained in the Olympic Room by the Liaisons, the four‐piece band that played on Presentation Night and also played one Friday night and brought the house down (not literally, of course). Please bring your friends and family to this fun day, and be sure to book early. Other Links Booking Form
Perks for dedicated RMYS Volunteers ‐ 62740 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 25 September 2012 At Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, we are keen to increase the number of available 'volunteers' for on‐water activity and to assist those interested in developing or improving existing skills. Not only do we want to encourage participation in RMYS events, but RMYS actively encourages all RMYS volunteers to explore the wider sailing/regatta world and participate in Sail Melbourne, state and international level regattas. The more experience we can develop and new tricks we can learn, the better for the Squadron. Royal Melbourne has, in the past two weeks, been selected by Yachting Victoria as a "focus" club for the inaugural Discover Sailing Week in December 2012, and as a "partner" club with Yachting Victoria to lobby for state and international level regattas. The development of the new marina at RMYS has generated a real buzz around the Squadron as a potential high‐profile venue for regattas and sailing events of all shapes and sizes. RMYS has the most active sailing program on Port Phillip and, with the success of the Nautilus Marine series, it is getting busier. So, we are encouraging you to get involved (or more involved!) To start, please click here to read the email from Steve Walker, CEO of Yachting Victoria. By clicking on the link, you will receive details direct from Yachting Victoria of opportunities to volunteer and for external training opportunities. If you want to learn new skills, please speak to General Manager Rod Austin or Sailing Administrator Allicia Rae. RMYS will discuss suitable courses with you, and may pay for the course, subject to return support. Allicia is currently completing a grant application to fund power boat courses for volunteers. Speak to her if you are interested. For those of you with qualifications, we encourage you to seriously consider moving to the next level. The more experience and accredited skills we have at the Squadron, the better our chances to tender for state and international level events. Again, RMYS is happy to assist fund courses and locate suitable training; speak to Rod Austin. Please feel free to pass this email on to your crew mates, or any other person you feel may be interested in a day on the water, a few hours in the tower, free lunch and the occasional volunteer T‐shirt. Linda Goldsmith Commodore Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron 26 September 2012 Marine First Aid course ‐ be prepared! 13th & 14th October. Only two spaces left! ‐ 50534 Leigh Brennan‐Smith, RMYS, St.Kilda, Wednesday, 26 September 2012 The Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy is conducting a Marine First Aid (Apply First Aid) weekend course commencing Saturday & Sunday 13/14th October 2012. This is an essential, great course for training skippers or crew in onboard first aid skills or improving safety response around the home or office. Marine First Aid course ‐ be prepared ‐ this weekend! The Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy is conducting a Marine First Aid weekend course commencing this weekend ‐ Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th October, 2012, between 0900 and 1700 hours. Only 2 spaces are left on this course. This "Apply First Aid" course (previously known as Level 2 First Aid) has been specially modified for the marine environment and provides the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid response, life support, and management of casualty(s) at sea until professional medical assistance can be obtained. Topics include: 
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Moving the sick/injured (sea rescue) and more Our first aid lecturer, an experienced yachtsman, medical nurse and former Royal Australian Navy medic, will cover many scenarios common to marine situations. The "Apply First Aid" qualification is recognised as a workplace First Aid certificate and is equally valuable in the home and outdoor situations. In yachting, having a trained first aider is vital, and in offshore races it is a requirement for a proportion of the crew to be first aid‐trained and hold a current certificate. This course is limited to a maximum of 15 students and only 2 spaces remain. The course fee of $220 includes the first aid textbook and "Apply First Aid" certificate issued by a registered training organisation valid for three years. Click here for course information or booking form or go to the Training Webpage. Enquiries to Leigh Brennan‐Smith, RMYS on training@rmys.com.au or 03 9597 0059 (direct) or 0412 196301 (Note: The links were removed as the pages are no longer available.) 28 September 2012 Junior TACKERS courses start this Sunday at RMYS – 62350 Leigh Brennan‐Smith, Training office RMYS, St.Kilda, Friday, 28 September 2012 Come and try TACKERS junior sailing program for kids at RMYS with Term 4 courses starting Sunday, 7th October 2012. Spaces still available. Come and join Royal Melbourne TACKERS sailing classes for 6 to 12 year olds ‐ starting this Sunday, 7th October. Spaces still available. TACKERS junior learn‐to‐sail programs at RMYS are a great way for kids to have fun with boats and learn to sail. TACKERS is taught over three levels (TACKERS 1, 2 and 3) in Opti training boats by RMYS sailing instructors, accredited by Yachting Australia. RMYS TACKERS classes include: 
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Saturday afternoon courses will soon be offered. Email your interest to Leigh training@rmys.com.au MOVING UP! Many of our 2011/12 TACKERS students will be returning this Season and moving up the TACKERS ladder into TACKERS 2, TACKERS 3 or into our new GREEN fleet. New at RMYS, GREEN fleet is for TACKERS graduates seeking more fun coaching tips and learn to race skills sailing on Sunday afternoons 1300 to 1600 hours. Call or email Leigh if you want your kids to be involved with this! All TACKERS courses are open to RMYS members, family & friends and the public. For more information refer to the Training Academy webpage or contact Leigh Brennan‐Smith in the Training office on 9534 0059 (direct) or 0412 196301, or via email: training@rmys.com.au. 29 September 2012 Drinks all round to toast Swans' win ‐ 62736 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 29 September 2012 Diehard Swans supporters Tom Ely, George Wilson and Alistair Hart were ecstatic when their team got up in the ALF Grand Final on Saturday. Tom so much so he donned his cap and shouted the bar. I’m sure there were other Swans supporters in the Olympic Bar to watch this year’s Grand Final. Those who braved the elements and went sailing in the morning (four boats, I believe) were joined by other members and guests to watch the game. We had three televisions set up in the Olympic Bar so everyone got a good seat. Disappointment for those who follow the Hawks, but it was a great game for those who were neutral. Lee McRae selected the Swans to win by 10 points and got the wine. 30 September 2012 Dress up for the big day...Opening Day, that is!!! ‐ 62748 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 30 September 2012 With the season opening and sail past just days away, proud yacht owners will no doubt have spent weeks painting and polishing their craft to make sure they look their best on the big day. Get ready to 'dress ship' for the occasion. The finishing touch is to “dress ship” by hoisting that string of code flags, stowed so carefully in a special roll in the cabin, to make the boat look festive. (An alternative, of course, is to buy a ready‐made string of flags, designed for such occasions. But that would be too easy.) It would seem straightforward enough to join a string of signal flags, by the toggle at the top of the flag to the loop on the next, and hoist them from the bow to the top of the mast and back to the stern. There are traps for the unwary, however. Strung in the wrong order, code flags might spell out an unintended message, create a rude word or cause offence. There is no “official” order of flags, so if you want you can use your own skills to avoid, or even insert, particular combinations in the string. One easy way to avoid gaffes is to alternate square letter flags with the pennantb number (p1, p2, etc) and substitute flags (1st, 2nd, etc). The problem here is that of the 40 flags in a standard roll, 26 (including the swallowtail A and B) are square and only 14 are not, so you’re likely to run out of options. The order said to be approved by the Royal Navy, and included in the RYA’s book on Flag Etiquette, starts at the bow and goes: E Q p3 G p8 Z p4 W p6 P p1 I Code T Y B X 1st H 3rd D F 2nd U A O M R p2 J p0 N p9 K p7 V p5 L C S. It makes for boring reading, but at least it will keep you out of trouble. Hoist the string of flags with a halyard (trial and error will help determine how they divide between bow and stern) and also connect a light line to the halyard and tie it off at the foot of the mast. That will avoid problems if the flag string breaks. There are some rules. No other flags should be mixed in with a line of signal flags, although they may also be flown only when the boat is not under way; that is, anchored or in port. The ship’s dressing should come down at sunset or 2100 hours, whichever is earlier. Add to the ship’s dressing (and not just on opening day) with the squadron’s burgee, which can be flown while the craft is under way and at anchor, day or night, but not during racing. Sailing vessels may fly the burgee from the main masthead or from a lanyard under the starboard spreader on the mast. Flag officers may fly various distinctively shaped burgees that are appropriate to their rank. 1 October 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 62735 Jan Fielding, Monday, 1 October 2012 Wednesday 26th September A very gusty northerly made for a trying afternoon on the water for the 10 competitors racing the sixth race in the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners. Saturday 29th September Rough seas and a blustery westerly turned many boats off the early start, with only four boats competing in the final of the Helly Hansen Winter Mixed Series. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday Series Results Morse Air Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Wednesday 26th September Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Eureka Mrs Overnewton Matrix Best Start ‐ Mrs Overnewton ‐ 0 seconds Helly Hansen Winter Mixed Series ‐ Combined ‐ Saturday 29th September Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd AMS Ellipse Jungle Juice IRC Ellipse Jungle Juice PHS Ellipse Jungle Juice Dalliance Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Change Rooms ‐ Clean Up ‐ 62875 Jan Fielding, Monday, 1 October 2012 Please note we have a large amount of abandoned/unclaimed clothing in the change rooms from unregistered locker squatters. The Squadron will be donating any unclaimed clothing or garments to charity at the end of October. Mountains, malbec, muy bien ‐ 62878 Jan Fielding, Monday, 1 October 2012 Its 6 pm and I have just woken from a nap. The others are reading out in the lounge and I will join them soon. We are staying in a B&B 20 km south of Mendoza, Argentina. It's Saturday, overcast but comfortable. Music is playing from where I don't know or care. I must be relaxing and will try to be coherent. Read below for more of Stuart Tait's adventures. Hola, The flight to Chile was uneventful, apart from Carol having to catch a later plane from Melbourne. Carol met Gabbie, doing a three‐week tour of gardens in South America, who seemed to be overwhelmed I was travelling with three women. If she only knew! Qantas served economy well and each of us saw at least four films. Somehow we managed to arrive an hour before we left, a phenomenon I still struggle with. By the time we fall into our beds we will have consumed three breakfasts, two lunches and four pisco sours! We stayed two nights at Hotel Orly, Provedencia, Santiago. Apart from the very alcoholic pisco sours, the hotel is quiet and offers respite from the busy streets nearby. Good rooms and great breakfasts. Santiageans are late eaters and pack the street side bars and cafes; meanwhile we are well and truly sound asleep by then. We managed to eat locally, i.e. next door, so we could stagger to bed, still recovering from jet lag. While in Santiago we tried to stick to the seafood, thinking we were close to the sea and the meat awaited us over the mountains, and we snacked on the empanadas of course. One thing it must be said about Provendencia is the lack of aesthetics. It is as though each building is designed as it is built, and has no relationship with buildings nearby, architectural principles and common sense. Oh well, it is still a pleasant place to stay. Santiago is a delight to walk around, lovely parks along the remains of the river, and sculptures throughout the central region. I will never complain about the Yarra again as this river is just a cement drain. I blame the Pinochet regime, but I will do this for everything. Bizarrely, Santiageans are polite drivers, even stopping for pedestrians and waving them through. This is in stark contrast to the Argentinians over the range. Youth are everywhere, with more universities and colleges than museums! We visited the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes, a small but beautiful gallery, mixing contemporary with the old, painting and sculptures. The youth hung about the newer paintings, serious and groovy. One artist depicted the Pinochet years, the others contemporary life. We sought out Pablo Neruda's house, the poet icon of Chile, who died days after this house was ransacked by the Pinochet regime. Neruda is renowned for collecting stuff, hoards of stuff. Also he was a rager, partying with Picasso, Diego, and other literaryan and artistic lights. And he wrote beautiful poetry, of course. The house is a collection of small buildings, ship cabin size, as Neruda was fascinated by the sea. The neighbourhood was industrial but now a sea of bars and cafes, frequented by the youth, from nearby universities. We also visited the palace, which used to have the bullet marks from the Pinochet era, but alas they have rendered over them. We caught the underground back to the hotel: built by the French, rubber wheels, runs every three minutes, on time. Sigh! We left Santiago on Friday by bus. The bus was a double‐decker, with lay‐back seats, coffee brewing, toilet downstairs, lunch and snacks ‐ luxury! Not a goat or chicken to be seen. The road over the Andes climbs to 3200 metres, where the border lies between Chile and Argentina. At the border crossing, we disembarked and stood in the cold while they processed our documents. Each booth contained a Chilean and Argentinean sitting next to each other stamping our passports out of Chile, and then into Argentina. Separate windows of course, but it begs the question on what happens when tensions arise between the two states. Do the officers sit back to back? We were lucky, the weather was clear and we could see to the top of the peaks, but the snow cover was insufficient to sustain the ski runs. A La Niña event is not good for snow in the Andes. Mendoza is wine and fruit country. It is in the shadow of the Andes and receives 200 mm of rain per year, an average of five days. Today is one of those days. Our cunning plan was to visit two wineries ‐ a small family affair, La Azul, and the large DutchAikend Salentein. Malbec is the grape of choice here, lighter than in Australia. Also grown is Cabernet and a small choice of whites such as Savignon Blanc, Chenin, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris. Salentein hosts an art gallery and chapel, a massive concern all round. Fortunately, we found ourselves lunching and looking towards where the magnificent Andes would be, behind the misty cloud and rain. Hopefully we will have full views when the weather clears, potentially tomorrow. For our first night in Mendoza we stayed at Hotel Villaggio, a hip new hotel west of the central Plaza. We circumnavigated the town by foot with Jane and Carol investigating shoe shops as we strayed upon them. I suspect they have their eye on potential purchases. We tried to start dinner later but as usual, the locals arrive as we headed home around 10 pm. Be careful, dos chops and chips translates to two cans of beer and fries, nothing to do with lamb! Last night we tested the timing and stayed at the restaurant until 11 pm and the locals were still arriving for dinner. Last night we arrived at our abode for five nights. South of Mendoza, Robles de Besares is a B&B run by Carlos and his family. In fact we are living with the family, although it is hard to know. This hacienda is 100 years old on one hectare. We are currently doing quiet things in the living room, recovering from lunch. There is a pool, tennis court and I am avoiding the gym. We will probably watch a film and wander off to bed later. Someone has to do it. Cheers Stuart, Jane, Annie, Carol 2 October 2012 SEASON'S OPENING DAY ‐ Special Olympic Theme ‐ 6th October ‐ Book Now! ‐ 62635 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 2 October 2012 Past Olympian Mark Turnbull and Australian Olympic Committee member Andrew Plympton will be our special guests at lunch. They will be part of a special panel and will answer a series of questions. Please join us for lunch to celebrate the opening of the Squadron’s 137th sailing season, along with the presentation of the Club Member of the Year, the Blessing of the Fleet and the Sail Past. 11.00 Drinks on the Roof 11.45 Harbour Room – Antipasto Platter served 12.00 Presentation – Club Member of the Year 12.30 Luncheon served – Alternate: Roast King Salmon Fillet, fennel orange and Nicola potato salad, orange and chive sauce OR Spring Herb stuffed chicken breast, warm spiced risoni pasta with pinenuts, whipped fetta dressing Price: $55.00 per head Bookings are essential. Please notify Jan Hurst on 9534 0227 or via jan@rmys.com.au by 4th October. 2.00 Board boats 2.40 Blessing of the Fleet and sail past, with a prize for the best‐dressed boat 4.00 Return to the clubhouse for a BBQ on the balcony and to be entertained by the Liaisons in the Olympic Room. The Liaisons are the four‐piece band which played on Presentation Night and also played one Friday night and brought the house down (not literally, of course) Please bring your friends and family to this fun day, and be sure to book early. Other Links Booking Form
VALE ‐ Margot Rook ‐ Sunday 7th October ‐ 62882 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 2 October 2012 Margot, dearly loved wife of Past Commodore Jim Rook, passed away peacefully at Sandringham on Sunday, 7th October. Margot will be remembered by RMYS Members as being the 'life of the party', accompanying PC Jim at official and social functions during the '80s. 3 October 2012 Smokey's BBQ Lunch is Back !!!!! ‐ Friday 11th October @ 12 noon ‐ 59819 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 3 October 2013 Bring your workmates down and show them your club over an informal BBQ lunch at only $20 a head (includes Porterhouse Steak & salads.) Cooked on the deck and served in the Olympic Room. Make up a table and book early. Call Jan on 9534 0227 or email jan@rmys.com.au to make your reservation. 6 October 2012 MOB Information Session ‐ Saturday, 13th October, 1000 hours ‐ 62639 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 6 October 2012 The next MOB information theory session will be held in the Olympic Lounge, followed by an on‐water demonstration ‐ south side of St. Kilda Pier. Click on the link for more information. Man Overboard lecture ‐ presentation handouts. Click here. (Note: The link was removed as the handout is no longer available.) 7 October 2012 SAILING Calendar for the next 6 weeks ‐ 59606 Monday, 7 October 2013 The Sailing Committee requests that you keep abreast of the upcoming events. The calendar is also included in the Red Book. Day Date Start Time Race Detail Wednesday 09‐10‐2013 1400 Morse Air Systems ‐ Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Race 8 09‐10‐2013 1800 Sundance Marine ‐ Super Wednesday Twilight Sprint ‐ Race 1 Saturday 12‐10‐2013 1100 MOB Briefing & Drill 12‐10‐2013 1400 Bert Watts Trophy & Charles Marshall Series ‐ Heat 1 Sunday 13‐10‐2013 1030 Junior Squad ‐ Spring Series ‐ Race 1 Wednesday 16‐10‐2013 1400 Morse Air Systems ‐ Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Race 9 16‐10‐2013 1800 Sundance Marine ‐ Super Wednesday Twilight Sprint ‐ Race 2 Saturday 19‐10‐2013 1400 W T Crosbie Trophy & Edward Lumley Series ‐ Heat 1 Sunday 20‐10‐2013 1030 Junior Squad ‐ Spring Series ‐ Race 2 Wednesday 23‐10‐2013 1400 Morse Air Systems ‐ Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Race 10 (final) 23‐10‐2013 1800 Sundance marine ‐ Super Wednesday Twilight Sprint ‐ Race 3 (final) Saturday 26‐10‐2013 1200 RYCV ‐ Club Marine Series ‐ Race 1 Sunday 27‐10‐2013 1030 Junior Squad ‐ Spring Series ‐ Race 3 Wednesday 30‐10‐2013 1800 Troubleshooters ‐ Jo Johannesen Twilight Series ‐ Race 1 30‐10‐2013 1800 Banks Group ‐ Dennis Livingston AMS Trophy ‐ Race 1 30‐10‐2013 1815 Horizon Sails ‐ Twilight Spinnaker Series I ‐ Race 1 Saturday 02‐11‐2013 0100 Queenscliff to Stanley Race ‐ ORCV Sunday 03‐11‐2013 0900 Junior Squad ‐ Spring Series ‐ Race 4 Wednesday 06‐11‐2013 1800 Troubleshooters ‐ Jo Johannesen Twilight Series ‐ Race 2 06‐11‐2013 1800 Banks Group ‐ Dennis Livingston AMS Trophy ‐ Race 2 06‐11‐2013 1815 Horizon Sails ‐ Twilight Spinnaker Series I ‐ Race 2 Saturday 09‐11‐2013 1200 Club Marine Series ‐ HBYC ‐ Race 2 Sunday 10‐11‐2013 0900 Junior Squad ‐ Spring Series ‐ Race 4 Wednesday 13‐11‐2013 1800 Troubleshooters ‐ Jo Johannesen Twilight Series ‐ Race 3 13‐11‐2013 1800 Banks Group ‐ Dennis Livingston AMS Trophy ‐ Race 3 13‐11‐2013 1815 Horizon Sails ‐ Twilight Spinnaker Series I ‐ Race 3 Saturday 16‐11‐2013 1100 Rundles ‐ Cactus Cup ‐ Edward Lumley Series ‐ RYCV ‐ Heat 2 Sunday 17‐11‐2013 0900 Junior Squad ‐ Spring Series ‐ Race 5 Turn on the lights for the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron's Season 2012/13 Opening Day – 62833 Rod Austin, Sunday, 7 October 2012 Plenty of Highlights on this wonderful occassion. Happy 137th Birthday, Squadron! Melbourne’s weather had been quite peachy, with 30 degrees to be enjoyed by all on Thursday, but alas that was then and this is now. Come Saturday, 6th October, the 137th time St Kilda’s Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS) was to have its Opening Day, it would be a gloomier, colder and indeed, slightly wetter affair. Not that any of that really mattered, however, for the special guests made it a far brighter and luminescent occasion for the Community Club, as RMYS has come to be known, somewhat colloquially. Dignitaries such as the Mayor for the City of Port Phillip, Cr. Rachel Powning, Cr. Serge Thomann, Father Minchin, Commodore Linda Goldsmith, Australian Olympic Committee and Australian Sports Commission member Andrew Plympton, along with the former President of AFL club Fitzroy and current Olympians Club President Leon Wiegard, ensured there was both officialdom and humour to be had during the presentations. When you’re old, you kind of get given a fair bit of latitude to do just about whatever you want. When you’re Andrew Plympton, you get nearly the same thing. You then add Leon Wiegard and it is pretty much on for young and old. This was certainly the case as the panel walked ‐ or was that trudged? ‐ through many a subject from Australia’s great showing in sailing at the recent London Olympics, water polo and then to a subject dear to many a Victorian, Australian Rules. “It’s lovely to be here at the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron for another opening day. A busy time for sure and to have the club recognise the day with a focus on the Olympics by also having the great Leon Wiegard, one of Australia best water polo players, really is a tremendous pleasure,” said Andrew Plympton. Also in attendance was Yachting Victoria’s CEO, Steve Walker, who quite possibly had the hardest job of the day: determining who would win the best‐dressed prize and the dinner for eight that came as the prize for that particular honour. The Mayor unfurled the ensign, and an address for the indigenous members of the area was also made. Out on the very lumpy waters of Port Phillip with a genuine 15 to 25 knots blowing through from the south, Richard MacGarvie and Peter Davison’s Addiction from the club’s Division One fleet led the parade with Jurgen Pfeiffer’s Take Five from Division Two leading that sector in the sail past, as the Mayor and the Commodore, resplendent in new shoes, took the salute. Commodore Linda Goldsmith was quite happy that this would be the last Opening Day with the clubs existing (and now getting a little rickety) timber pier marina. In its place by next year’s 138th Opening Day will be a brand‐new 250 berth floating marina. “We’re all approved for the extension to the rock breakwater and currently finalising the building of both that and the wonderful new marina," said Linda. "Given our cosmopolitan location, very close to Melbourne itself, along with our strong history, it really is little wonder that a good number of the 128, 20‐year lease pens have already gone with many of the remaining 122 short‐term pens also snapped up. Finally, bigger and deeper draft vessels will be able to call the Squadron home. Elsewhere in the racing agenda, Ken Simpson’s Dekadence and Andrew Lawrence’s Jazz Player will represent the club in the 68th edition of Australia’s blue water classic, the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race on Boxing Day. A little closer to the clubhouse, Linda Goldsmith and Gus Dawson will be getting to terms with their new Elliott 9.6 named Phantom, so you may need to keep an eye out for that, as well. The Club Marine Series, coming up on October 20, will be one of the first major hit outs for the yachts and crews from the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, as they battle against the Bay’s other clubs for the right to be best. Go to rmys.com.au for more information about events, racing, the new marina and utilising the clubhouse overlooking Port Phillip and Melbourne’s CBD for your next function. Other Links Sailworld Article
Extended Summer Trading Hours for the Olympic Bar ‐ 53700 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 7 October 2012 The Olympic Bar trading hours have changed for summer and will be as follows:‐ Monday ‐ 1700‐2000 hrs Tuesday ‐ 1700‐2000 hrs Wednesday‐ 1600‐2400 hrs Thursday ‐ 1700‐2100 hrs Friday ‐ 1700‐2400 hrs Saturday ‐ 1000‐2200 hrs Sunday ‐ 1200‐2000 hrs Public Holidays ‐ 1100 ‐ 2200 hrs Best Dressed Boat Winner ‐ Opening Day 2012 ‐ 62834 Rod Austin, Sunday, 7 October 2012 Well Done to the Viking Ship ‐ Carrera IMG_8270 IMG_8265 IMG_8196 IMG_8280 IMG_8259 IMG_8215 IMG_8180 Discover Sailing 11 November 2012 ‐ 62835 Rod Austin, Sunday, 7 October 2012 What a great day for ALL to discover Sailing. Register now on 9534 0227 or email racing@rmys.com.au As the Community Club, you can expect RMYS to be very much behind the Discover Sailing program, which aims to get as many people as are interested out on the water to experience this very relaxing and rewarding pastime. Our first Discover Sailing Day for the season is on 11th November 2012. The whole club is open to the public and, of course, there’s free sailing to be enjoyed along with the ubiquitous sausage sizzle. Anyone can sail and you don’t have to own a boat to get out there, as people are always looking for crew. Our doors are open to all on the day, so venture down to the building at the end of Fitzroy Street and come see the view, if nothing else. RMYS will run their Discover Sailing Week DS week in early December. This is where we invite local primary and secondary schools to come and learn, experience and no doubt have a blast whilst they literally discover sailing. The Club’s racing commences on 13th October, when 30+ boats get involved. The twilights begin next week and from 6pm next Wednesday, more than 40 vessels prove that this is one of the most popular items on the agenda. Other Links Sailworld article
8 October 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 62877 Jan Fielding, Monday, 8 October 2012 Wednesday, 3rd October ‐ A beautiful smooth sea and light breezes of 5‐12 knots brought 18 yachts to the start line. Best start was tight, but OIeana managed to snatch it from the rest of the fleet on 0 seconds. Saturday 6th October ‐ Opening Day was a fantastic day, despite the soggy weather. Check out this great article written by John Curnow, with photos courtesy of Alex McKinnon on the link below. Click here for Wednesday and Saturday Series Results Morse Air Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Wednesday 3rd October Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Kaberet Matador Seaya Best Start ‐ Oleana ‐ 0 seconds Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Other Links Sailworld Article
9 October 2012 RMYS Summer Sailing Requirements ‐ DUE TODAY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ‐ 62242 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 9 October 2012 Important Information for the coming Summer Season ‐ including Safety Dec's, Club Aggregate Changes, Entry Blocks, Online Entry & Insurance. Dear Boat Owners, The deadline for the Summer Series entries is fast approaching. As per RMYS's Summer 2012/13 Notice of Race, the Sailing Committee would like to remind you of the requirements of competing in club‐organised events for this coming summer season. All competitors are required to submit a 'Safety Compliance Declaration and Equipment Checklist' prior to competing this summer. These are available from the office or as a download from Yachting Victoria's website. Click here to download the form. Please note that there are several versions; you need to choose the one applicable to the events you intend to participate in. The 'Safety Compliance Declaration and Equipment Checklist' to needs to be submitted before your first race, by hand to the office, by email to racing@rmys.com.au or by fax (03) 9534 4478. Once submitted you will be given a Safety Compliance Sticker, which should then be placed on the transom of each RMYS yacht. Failure to have a current Safety Compliance Sticker will result in a non‐result for any club event entered. Further information on the above will be posted throughout the club. Please contact Sailing Administrator Allicia Rae if you have any queries. Sailing Committee Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron Other Links Club Aggregate Changes
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(Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Book the Committee Room for a Friday Night Dinner Party ‐ 63028 Rod Austin, Tuesday, 9 October 2012 A great idea is to book a dinner party for up to 14 guests in our committee room or library. All the fun without the mess of cleaning up. Book ahead to ensure that you do not miss out before Christmas. Christmas, Birthdays or any excuse. Phone Jan on 95340227 to book the room.. 10 October 2012 Road Closure ‐ City2Sea ‐ Weekend 10th & 11th November ‐ 62534 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 10 October 2012 The course for the City2Sea fun run starts at the Arts Centre and travels along St Kilda Road, around Albert Park Reserve and will finish by the bay in St Kilda. As a result, please be aware of the road closures in Pier Road and the surrounding area on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th November. Click on the link for the road closure map & further information. Other Links City2Sea Road Cloures
Safety Equipment required for Tinfish ‐ 63021 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 10 October 2012 This is just a reminder that Tinfish is only licensed to carry four people at any one time. The required safety equipment for a vessel under 4.8 metres on enclosed waters is to be supplied by the members using Tinfish. To view the list of safety equipment that must be carried at all times while using Tinfish. RMYS is not responsible for any infringement notices incurred by members while they are using Tinfish. Other Links Safety Equipment List
Right Connections Travel Newsletter ‐ 63558 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 10 October 2012 If you require help with your travel plans contact RMYS member Gloria Hartney at Right Connections Travel, 20 Fraser Street, Middle Park. Phone 9525 4574 or email ghartney@bigpond.net.au Other Links Newsletter
11 October 2012 Three Peaks Race presentation by Charles Meredith ‐ Friday 19th October 1930 hours in the Olympic Lounge ‐ 62029 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 11 October 2012 The Australian Three Peaks Race is a unique endurance race that combines sailing and running. Charles will talk about his experiences of the race, the preparation required, and why the fastest team doesn't always win. His talk will be illustrated with photos and videos of recent races. Held each Easter in Tasmania, the race has three sailing legs (Beauty Point, at the mouth of the Tamar River, to Lady Barron on Flinders Island; Lady Barron to Coles Bay; and Coles Bay to Hobart), totalling 330 nautical miles. The three running legs, on Flinders Island, Freycinet Peninsula, and Mount Wellington, total 133 kilometres, with a vertical ascent of 2646 metres. Charles Meredith, Vice Commodore of the Multihull Club of Victoria and recent RMYS member, has competed five times, winning in 2011 in his 14 metre catamaran Peccadillo. 12 October 2012 Unclaimed Sails ‐ 63007 Jan Fielding, Friday, 12 October 2012 A number of sails were found at RMYS on the working bee day. Please collect and remove from public areas, or notify the Office if you own or know of the owner of any of these sails. 
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Spin (Brown Bag) AUS 171 Head Sail (Blue Bag) KA36 Main #10.20 (Long blue bag) 8674 Main (green bag Whitworth) H68 Purple Spinnaker – no number Magic 25 main Boom Cover 6m (purple & black/blue) No 1 Genoa (green bag‐Peter Green) 114 No 3 Jib (light blue bag) S611 No 3 Jib (yellow bag) no number No 2 Jib (red bag‐Ryan) S62 Main (white) S62 Storm Jib (purple‐prior) no number No 4 Jib (yellow‐Horizon) no number Blue Bimini Green Boom tent 13 October 2012 2012 Club Member of the Year ‐ Tom Ely ‐ 63009 Rod Austin, Saturday, 13 October 2012 On the 137th Opening Day Luncheon Tom Ely was awarded the 2012 Club Person of the Year. Tom's contribution over many years has been substantial, consistent and quiet. Tom is a long term member of the sailing committee, compiles the Annual Club Calendar (big job) and volunteers for Junior Sailing on Sundays, the Australian Women's Keelbopat Regatta and other race duties. Tom spends hours in the office on a voluntary basis filling in for absent staff and assisting with race management. Tom puts in hours and hours of voluntary time and during his acceptance he spoke of his enjoyment he receives in volunteering and recommended volunteering to all. Yachting Australia Awards ‐ John Middleton winner of the Volunteer Award ‐ 63308 Minister of Sport NSW, Graham Annesley with Volunteer Award Winners Lyn Wallace & John Middleton Jan Fielding, Saturday, 13 October 2012 Victorians John Middleton (a previous member of RMYS) and Lyn Wallace were honoured on Friday night at the gala Yachting Australia awards dinner in Sydney as joint winners of the annual Volunteer Award. John Middleton has a long history as a volunteer and as a race official across several clubs and classes. Lyn Wallace has worked for decades for the Mordialloc Sailing Club and the Flying 15 Association. Click on the link below for more. Other Links Awards Article
14 October 2012 A Big Thankyou to Andrew Doolan ‐ 63020 Rod Austin, Sunday, 14 October 2012 The Squadron's Sailing program has been under the leadership of Andrew Doolan for the past year. We thank Andy for all his fantastic work and commitment to the task. Unfortunately, Andy has stepped down to concentrate on other commitments and will be missed. The Sailing program has continued to be revised and refreshed under his guidance. As Club Captain during the 2011‐2012 season, RMYS successfully hosted the: 
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Introduction of the Nautilus Marine Winter Series We also found out Andy has a talent for MC's at this year's Presentation Night. He represented RMYS on the Yachting Victoria Keel Boat Committee, and recently hosted the Yachting Victoria Club Captain's Dinner. Andy is an extremely popular member and is currently getting ready to sail with Ken Simpson on 'Dekadence' in this season's Sydney to Hobart. We wish Andy all the best. Sean Langman owner of Australia's fastest offshore sailboat at RMYS tonight ‐ Tuesday 16th October ‐ 63027 Rod Austin, Sunday, 14 October 2012 The Multihull Club of Victoria is inviting RMYS members to attend a presentation from Sean Langman tonight at 8ish at RMYS. RMYS is hosting the AGM for the Mutihull Club of Victoria and at the end of the AGM about 8.00pm Sean Langman the owner of Team Australia the fastest offshore sailboat in Australia will be speaking as their guest. RMYS member Charles Meredith is inviting RMYS to attend this presentation tonight with a $5 donation to cover Sean's flight and Accommodation expenses. The incredible looking yacht, which when named Banque Populaire was one of the most competitive multihulls in Europe, was bought by Langman and shipped to Australia nine months ago. Now named Team Australia. Having seen this yacht in action it should be an exciting talk. 23 October 2012 Matt Setton appointed as RMYS Club Captain ‐ 63192 Matt Setton Club Captain Rod Austin, Tuesday, 23 October 2012 The RMYS Committee are pleased to announce Matt Setton as our new Club Captain. Matt has been a member of RMYS since 1999, having begun sailing aboard his dad’s Columbia 34 ‘Songbird’ when he was about 12 years old. He continued sailing on the family yachts ‘Silicon Chip’ and now, ‘Ellipse’. Matt has also sailed with many other boats at the Squadron for both inshore and offshore events. This year he will be competing in his sixth Sydney‐Hobart, aboard ‘Jazz Player’, during which he will record his 10,000th ocean mile. Matt currently works for Members Equity Bank as a Procurement Specialist, particularly focusing on contract negotiation, supplier management and go‐to‐market activities. He has worked in the procurement field for almost seven years. Wednesday Twilight Dinners in the Harbour Room ‐ 63203 Rod Austin, Tuesday, 23 October 2012 Come back after sailing. Or just head down to the club to enjoy some drinks on the roof and watch the sunset. Starts from 8pm in the Harbour Room, with the menu changing every week and once a month a twilight BBQ as listed in the red book. Book a table by boat/surname today ‐ olympicbar@rmys.com.au Farewell Marilla this Friday Night 26 October ‐ 63204 Marilla playing the piano Rod Austin, Tuesday, 23 October 2012 RMYS members will be sad to see Marilla leave this Friday for bigger and brighter pastures. Japan has been rumoured to be her destination. Marilla will be hard to replace. Share a farewell drink with Marilla and stay for dinner. Click here to book a table. The Sailing Olympics and their roots ‐ Melbourne 1956 ‐ 63205 1956_Dragon_Victors Rod Austin, Tuesday, 23 October 2012 The Olympic Games ventured out of Europe and the U.S.A. for the first time in 1956, and went south to Melbourne, Australia. The 1956 Olympic Sailing Competition was held in Melbourne, Australia. Five classes set sail at various locations on Port Philip Bay. The Finns were at Sandringham; Dragons and 5.5‐Metres at Brighton whilst the Stars and newcomers, 12‐Square Metre Sharpies, making their one and only Olympic appearance, were St Kilda. The breezy sailing events suited Paul Elvstrom (DEN) as he picked up his third gold. Canada's Bruce Kirby was eighth overall in the Finn, but the Canadians Olympic triumph came in 1996 but his creation ‐ the Laser ‐ was introduced to the Games. When the winds were light, the Scandinavian crews were untouchable in the Dragon with Swede Folke Bohlin, the silver medallist from 1948, and Dane Ole Berntsen taking gold and silver ahead of Lt Commander Graham Mann sailing the royal Dragon, Bluebottle, owned by the HRH Duke Edinburgh who had formally opened the Games at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. New Zealand's Peter Mander and Australia's Rolly Tasker dominated the Sharpie with only Germany's Rolf Mulka (GER) coming in between the two and winning a heat. The fight for gold continued until into the last race with Tasker thinking he'd secured the title until a tangle at the final windward mark with the French boat. Tasker didn't protest but the Frenchman did and Tasker lost the gold despite ending up tied as Mander had three wins to the Australian's two. In 1950 Thai Prince Birabongse Bhanudej Bhanubandh became the first Formula One driver from Thailand. He spent five years motor racing including two 24‐hour Le Mans. But in 1955 he switched to sailing and he also became the first Thai sailor to fly the flag at the Olympic Games. In 1956, the Thai Prince sailed with Luang Pradiyat Navayudh, but the pair did not fair so well, finishing only three of seven races ending the Games in 12th place. 1956 was not the last time the Olympics saw the Thai Prince as he competed in Rome 1960, Tokyo 1964 and Munich 1972. The surveying, marking and buoying of the courses were undertaken by the Royal Australian Navy from H.M.A.S. Lonsdale, Port Melbourne, which also supplied the starting vessels for the events. The Australians used a clock face of eight buoys with the committee boat in the middle to set their course. The Olympic Games moved back to Europe in 1960 and saw the biggest distribution of Olympic sailing medals. Though Rome, Italy was the host sailing took place in the Bay of Naples. 24 October 2012 Max Whyte and John Dowdle racing to Geelong 1982 ‐ 63220 Rod Austin, Wednesday, 24 October 2012 Max and John are here nearly every Wednesday in the red chairs and thought members may be interested in a photo of when they were both actively sailing. Other Links Picture of Max and John (Note: The link was removed as the photo is no longer available.) 25 October 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 63015 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 25 October 2012 Wednesday 17th October ‐ A perfect sailing day with 10 knots from the south for both the afternoon (14 entries) and twilight races (26 entries). Saturday 20th October ‐ The Club Marine Race Series kicked off on Saturday with light breezes from the South East. RMYS have 25 entries. Wednesday 17th October Race 9 of the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners, was a perfect sailing day with 10 knots from the South. Cafe Latte took out best start with a time of 3 seconds. The breeze started to die for the 2nd race of the Super Wednesday Twilight Sprints, but it still seemed like an almost perfect evening to be on the water. Addiction claimed best start, crossing the line right on the horn. Morse Air Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Wednesday 17th October Race 9 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Astarte Oleana Take One Best Start ‐ Addiction Super Wednesday Twilight Series Race 2 ‐ Wednesday 17th October Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Revenge Cafe Latte Dalliance Best Start ‐ Cafe Latte Click here for Wednesday Results Saturday 20th October ‐ The Club Marine Series kicked off with light breezes from the south east. The race was postponed for half an hour to give the wind a chance to settle. Check out the Club Marine Series website for a great article from John Curnow, along with the prize winners for round one for the Gill Australia, Sundance Marine and UK Sailmakers awards. Click here for Saturday Club Marine Range Series Results (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Other Links Open Day Article
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(Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) $20 Pasta & Pot nights every Thursday ‐ 63311 Rod Austin, Thursday, 25 October 2012 Or pasta with wine or softdrink, if that is more to your taste. Make it a casual dinner every Thursday at the Squadron A couple of delicious food&desire pastas to choose from, along with salad and a bread roll and drink for just $20. From 1800 hours on Thursdays, starting on Thursday, 8th November. Please book by clicking here. 26 October 2012 Cup Day Garden Party ‐ Tuesday 6th November ‐ 62881 Jan Fielding, Friday, 26 October 2012 Avoid the crowds and join us for a Garden Party on the first Tuesday in November. Join us for a garden party from midday onwards on Melbourne Cup Day, 6th November 2012. Some Melburnians will trek all the way to Flemington, but you can enjoy the day whilst taking in the panoramic views from the Squadron. food&desire with present us with a grazing table consisting of cold meats and salads for your enjoyment throughout the afternoon. Bring your friends and dress up. There will be sweeps and prizes for the best dressed filly and stallion. Date: 6 November 2012 Time: Midday onwards Place: Olympic Bar at RMYS (or the roof if the weather is good) Cost: $30.00 Bookings: Jan Hurst 9534 0227 or jan@rmys.com.au by 27th October 2012. 27 October 2012 Members' Lucky Jackpot Draw every Friday Night. $130 Jackpot this week ‐ 63260 Rod Austin, Saturday, 27 October 2012 RMYS 'Members Luck Draw' is back and to be held at the Squadron every Friday evening during 'Happy Hour' between 1830 and 1900 hours. Shannon Trueman's name was drawn last Friday night. Unfortunately, Shannon was not present at the draw, increasing the jackpot by another $20. Prizes start at $50 and jackpots by $20 per week if the winning member is not present. Come down to the club every Friday enjoy a drink and some nibbles. And it is Happy Hour. Members' Lucky Jackpot Draw every Friday Night. $150 Jackpot this week ‐ 64037 Rod Austin, Saturday, 27 October 2012 RMYS 'Members Lucky Draw' is back and to be held at the Squadron every Friday evening during 'Happy Hour' between 1830 and 1900 hours. Bill Trueman's name was drawn last Friday night. Unfortunately, Bill was not present at the draw, increasing the jackpot by another $20. Prizes start at $50 and jackpots by $20 per week if the winning member is not present. Come down to the club every Friday enjoy a drink and some nibbles. And it is Happy Hour. 29 October 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 63304 Jan Fielding, Monday, 29 October 2012 Super Wednesday Twilight Sprint Series ‐ Wednesday 24th October The final of the Super Wednesday Twilight Sprint Series was also run, however, the evening sailors did not get to finish their race. It was a lovely evening, so no one minded drifting around too much. However, even if there are no finishers, you can still award a best start and it went to Addiction on 3 seconds. WT Crosbie Trophy ‐ Saturday 27th October Thanks to Royals for hosting the WT Crosbie Trophy on an Eastern Laid Course and giving our volunteers the week off. Click here for Wednesday & Saturday's sailing results. Edward Lumley Trophy ‐ Saturday 27th October 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Matrix Dalliance Avanale AMS Salamander III Take Five Johnny Be Goode PHC Salamander III Matador Gienah Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 30 October 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ Midweek Mariners ‐ 63302 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 30 October 2012 Midweek Mariners ‐ 24th October It was the final race of the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners, on Wednesday, which rounded out the Winter Season. Lots of trophies were announced. Click here for Wednesday Results Morse Air Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Wednesday 24th October Race 10 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Vagrant Leilani Kaberet Best Start ‐ Leilani on 2 seconds Morse Air Midweek Mariners Series III ‐ Series Results 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Charlotte Matrix Eureka Ian Ewing Trophy: MWM Series 3: Charlotte ‐ Ross Flood Morse Air Systems: MWM Series 3 ‐ Most time spent on the course: Charlotte ‐ Ross Flood Lodders Trophy: Eureka ‐ Harry Russell Justine Trophy: Mrs Overnewton ‐ Les Norton Eric Wareing Trophy: Eureka ‐ Harry Russell Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Some great photos from the RMYS Cadet Team ‐ 63313 Leroy Addison and Graeme Davis in the rudder workshop Rod Austin, Tuesday, 30 October 2012 Leroy, Stephen and their Cadet crew have been excelling in the recent State Trials at RBYC. Here are some great actions shots from Dean Addison including Marc Tracy MOB. 31 October 2012 Avanale on Channel 10 ‐ 63439 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 31 October 2012 Channel 10 weather presenter Mike Larkan will advertise the 'Discover Sailing Day' at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron from 'Avanale' during his 5pm broadcast on Wednesday, 31st October. Click here for the Channel 10 broadcast. Don’t forget to “Like” Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron on Facebook. Click here for RMYS Facebook page. 3 November 2012 Job Vacancy ‐ Yard Hand ‐ 63434 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 3 November 2012 Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron is currently looking for a new team member to fulfill a part‐time 'yard hand' position to carry out general marine‐related tasks. You will be required to work flexible working hours mainly from Tuesday to Fridays and averaging over 24 hours per week with some overtime as required. The yard hand positions tasks include: 
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Vessel handling Use of various tools & equipment Power‐boat operator's licence General maintenance skills Rope splicing Michael Neumann Yard Manager Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron Work ‐ 9534 0227 Mobile ‐ 0402 001 884 yardmanager@rmys.com.au 4 November 2012 Lipton Cup Regatta ‐ RYCV ‐ 17th & 18th November ‐ Entries close 12 noon on 15th November ‐ 63432 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 4 November 2012 The Lipton Cup Regatta is a two‐day event that caters to the serious racing fraternity by offering a combination of short‐course and long‐distance racing, as well as an enjoyable weekend's sailing for the cruising boats with long‐distance races on both days. Online entry is now available. Click here for the RYCV Lipton Cup Regatta web site. Or contact the RYCV Race Director on 9397 1277. 5 November 2012 Join the Events Committee ‐ 63427 Jan Fielding, Monday, 5 November 2012 The Events Committee is looking for new volunteers to help plan functions and events at the Squadron. Would you like to volunteer and make a difference at the Squadron? The Events Committee meets once a month to plan functions such as Wine & Cheese Tastings, Opening Day, Christmas Lunch and many other events. We need some fresh blood with new ideas on the Committee, as the Squadron moves forward with the new Marina and a forecast increase in membership. It’s a great way to get involved and get to know other members. If you are interested please telephone Amanda Wakeham on 0408 504 360 or email her on awakeham@vicbar.com.au We are meeting on this coming Friday night at 1830 hours. We are also staying for dinner, so you could also pop in then. (Don’t forget to book for dinner if you are planning to partake.) Road Closures ‐ 63550 Jan Fielding, Monday, 5 November 2012 Super Sprint will again be staging its Gatorade Triathlon Series, NISSAN Corporate Triathlon Series and Sussan Women's Fun Run in the St Kilda/Elwood area over the 2012/2013 season. Please be advised of the following road closure details that may affect you on the day of the events. Event Venue Gatorade Triathlon Series Catani Gardens, Race 1 St Kilda Date
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Glenhuntly Rd) Gatorade Triathlon Series Elwood Reserve, 16‐12‐2012 Race 2 Elwood 6:00am ‐ 11:00am Beach Rd (Kerferd Rd ‐
Glenhuntly Rd) Gatorade Triathlon Series Elwood Reserve, 13‐01‐2013 Race 3 Elwood 6:00am ‐ 11:00am Beach Rd (Kerferd Rd ‐
Glenhuntly Rd) NISSAN Corporate Triathlon Elwood Reserve, 17‐02‐2013 Elwood 6:30am ‐ 11:00am Beach Rd (Kerferd Rd ‐
Glenhuntly Rd) Gatorade Triathlon Series Elwood Reserve, 07‐04‐2013 Race 6 Elwood 6:00am ‐ 11:00am Beach Rd (Kerferd Rd ‐
Glenhuntly Rd) Sussan Women's Fun Run We appreciate your patience and we assure you that the roads will be reopened to traffic as quickly as possible to minimise any inconvenience. 6 November 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 63430 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 6 November 2012 Troubleshooters Jo Johannesen Pursuit Series and Horizon Sails Spinnaker Series I ‐ Wednesday 31st October While some boats were scared off by a rather blustery squall that came through on Wednesday afternoon, others took to the high seas, only to find themselves becalmed by the time it came to start the race. Course Green +2 (4.90M) was selected, only to have the yachts get around E and fail to reach F before the time limit expired. No one could have guessed the outcome! Best start for the pursuit race went to Addiction on 2 seconds ORCV ‐ Queenscliff to Stanley Race ‐ Friday 2nd November There was no race at RMYS on Saturday, but several of our yachts competed in the Queenscliff to Stanley race in the hopes of qualifying for the Melbourne‐Hobart later this year. The breeze was light and the seas were calm. For more information on the Queenscliff to Stanley race, check out the ORCV website. Click here for Wednesday & Saturdays sailing results ORCV Queenscliff to Stanley Race ‐ Friday 2nd November AMS IRC PHS Addiction 5th ‐ 4th Carrera 16th 14th 8th Dekadence 17th 12th 21st Jazz Player 3rd 7th 13th Matrix ‐ ‐ 2nd Primitive Cool 14th 9th 20th Click here for more results from ORCV ‐ Queenscliff to Stanley Race Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 8 November 2012 Support the 2012‐13 RMYS Stonehaven Cup Team ‐ 63556 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 8 November 2012 The 84th Stonehaven Cup Regatta will be contested between 28th December 2012 and 4th Janurary 2013 at Largs Bay Sailing Club in South Australia. This year, RMYS will be sending nine Junior Squad members and three of our 12 foot Cadet Dinghies to compete against teams from Victoria, South Australia and King Island. Results from the Lady Stonehaven Challenge, which was sailed to select the State Team, have not yet been released, but it has been said that RMYS may have two crews selected! If you would like to get behind the RMYS Team for the 84th Stonehaven Cup Regatta, as a team sponsor, please contact Rod Austin on 9534 0227 or manager@rmys.com.au 9 November 2012 Dee Mason's Travels ‐ 63548 Jan Fielding, Friday, 9 November 2012 RMYS member Dee Mason is continuing her travels in Europe after competing for RMYS in the Dennis Conner Challenge in New York. Dee completed her offshore skipper's course in UK before chartering a yacht in Croatia. Note the RMYS burgee. In a recent email sent to Commodore Linda Goldsmith, Dee tells us of her experiences: Well what a trial!! I managed to sit a practical exam for both my ICC and VHF in Gosport, England. (It involved three days on a boat in the freezing fog with six blokes ... but I did it.) Then we got to Croatia and I have just returned from seven days at sea. A lovely time was had. Two‐up is pretty short‐handed when you have to dock stern to but we managed fine. I put the RMYS burgee up when we arrived in StariGrad port and everybody assumed we were Danish ... so I think the Danes have a branding problem! Speak soon, Dee Mason 10 November 2012 General Members Meeting ‐ Thursday 15th November ‐ 63194 Rod Austin, Saturday, 10 November 2012 Please note the next General Members Meeting listed is on Thursday 15 November at 1900 hours. Other Links Agenda
11 November 2012 Celebrating 'Discover Sailing' Day @ RMYS ‐ 63542 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 11 November 2012 Bert Ferris, an Honorary Life 50 year Member, and Junior Member Linus Talacko joined forces for photographer Norm Oorloff to promote Discover Sailing Day, 11th November, at RMYS. Yachting Victoria's Gavin Wall, manager of Discover Sailing, says there is a renewed interest in sailing, which was reflected in the more than 250 visitors to the Squadron on the day (see separate article). 12 November 2012 The 1956 Melbourne Olympics & RMYS – 62540 Jan Fielding, Monday, 12 November 2012 Fifty Six years ago, on 22nd November 1956, the Olympic Games were opened in Melbourne, with RMYS hosting the sailing events, which started four days later. Rolly Tasker was Australia's most successful sailor, with a silver in the 12 sq Metre class. Of all the classes sailed then, only the Finn remains an Olympic yacht. See below to read this article by Club Historian Bert Ferris. 1956 MELBOURNE OLYMPIAD YACHTING EVENTS AND ROYAL ST KILDA YACHT CLUB Season 1956‐1957, was undoubtedly one of the most momentous in the long history of Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, highlighted by the fact that from 26th November to 5th December 1956, the Club then known as Royal St Kilda Yacht Club was the Executive Headquarters for Yachting Events of the Melbourne XVI th Olympiad to proudly display the Olympic Symbol above its entrance. And, significantly, club member Alick Thomas Rose was appointed Organising Secretary on the Australian Yachting Committee for the Games. The Committee Room was made available for the International Jury of Appeal and the club library vacated to become the Control Centre and International and Australian Press Room, crammed with telephones and radio transmitters. Immediately after each day’s events, the results were radioed from the official boats to the Control Centre, then relayed to the main stadium and each host Club. The Army Signals Corps, having erected a radio tower on the lawns to the south of the Club, played a major role in communicating this information. Naval personnel guarded the premises with instructions to admit only those with the necessary pass, which proved to be a great problem. The yachting headquarters became a meeting place for all involved in Olympic sailing, and each evening hundreds of visitors along with competitors and officials from the various venues partied in the clubhouse until well after midnight. Flagstaffs along the southern boundary of the club yard flew the ensigns of the 12 nations competing in the Star class, and these were ceremoniously lowered in order each afternoon after the day’s events. Twenty‐eight nations competed in the yachting events: Argentina, Austria, Australia, Bahamas, Belgium, Brazil, Burma, Bermuda, Canada, Cuba, Denmark, Fiji, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Italy, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Singapore, South Africa, Sweden, Thailand, the USA and USSR. There were 71 yachts across five classes: International 5.5 Metre, International Dragon. International Star, International 12 sq Metre, and Finn Monotype for the single handed events. Ten nations competed in the 5.5 Metre events, 16 in the Dragon, 12 in the Star, 13 in the 12 sq Metre and 20 in the Finn Monotype. Three circular courses each consisting of eight buoys were planned for Port Phillip: The smallest, of about six nautical miles, was inshore at Sandringham for the Finns; the large course, of about 14 nautical miles for the 5.5 Metre and Dragon classes, was off Middle Brighton; and the Intermediate course, of about 10 nautical miles for the Star and 12 sq Metre classes, was off St Kilda. Yachts were moored in their respective classes at the clubs in the vicinity of the courses. Clubs made facilities available, both for the Australian selection trials and the Games themselves, and members cleared out their gear and clothes lockers for the visitors. Royal Yacht Club of Victoria hosted the 5.5 Metres; Royal Brighton Yacht Club the Dragons; Royal St Kilda Yacht Club the Stars; Elwood Sailing Club the 12 sq Metres and Sandringham Yacht Club the Finns. Moorings for the Star class at St Kilda were laid within the shelter of the then newly erected stone breakwater. The inner “L” of the pier was made available for hoisting and storage, this being carried out by a mobile crane. THE EVENTS True to form, the weather on Port Phillip provided different conditions for each day’s events and so did not favour any particular yacht or nation. The weather throughout the series was fine, providing moderate sea breezes and pleasant sunshine, with the single exception of the fourth day when a wind of up to 40 knots, with a heavy sea, gave the competitors really hard sailing. On this day two yachts were dismasted in the 5.5 Metre Class and several 12 sq Metres capsized. The Finn event was postponed until the following day when conditions were again ideal. 5.5 Metre Class The Swedish yacht ‘Rush V’ (L. Thorn) sailed consistently throughout securing three firsts, two seconds and one third. ‘Vision’ of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. (RSG Perry) was second, with ‘Buraddoo' of Australia skippered by AS (Jock) Sturrock third. Dragon Class This class was hotly contested in every event, and the result was always very open. The Danish yacht ‘Tip’ (OVH Berntsen) led throughout the series until the last race, when she finished a disappointing sixth. This produced a tie with the Swedish yacht ‘Slaghoken II’ (F. Bohlin), which ultimately won on a count back of placings. ‘Bluebottle’, owned by Her Majesty the Queen and HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, skippered by GH Mann, was placed third. Her performance on the heavier days was outstanding. Worthy of a mention was the performance of Club representative ‘Paula’, owned by Otto A Meik, ably skippered into fifth place overall by Graham. H Drane with crew Brian B Carolan and Jim A Carolane*. Uniquely, Otto Meik was put in the enviable position of owning two Dragon class yachts in the contest, when his ‘Pam’ was chartered to Bermuda. 12 SQ Metre Class From the outset this contest became a duel between New Zealand and Australia, and ended in the second dead heat of the regatta. On the countback, the New Zealand ‘Jest’, skippered by PJ Mander won from the Australian ‘Falcon IV’ skippered by Rolly L Tasker, which suffered disqualification in the final event and missed out on the gold medal. Great Britain and Northern Ireland’s ‘Chuckles’, skippered by JR Blackhall, was third. Finn Monotype In this Class the Danish Champion Paul B Elvstrom again demonstrated his great skill as a single‐handed helmsman, to secure the gold medal for this type of craft for the third consecutive Olympiad. A Nelis of Belgium was second, with J Marvin of the USA third. Victory and closing ceremonies On the morning of Thursday, 6th December 1956, on the lawns in the Catani Gardens to the north of the Olympic Yachting Headquarters, the Victory Ceremony and Presentation of Medals was held before a crowd of 2,000 spectators. The band of the Royal Australian Navy rendered selections and, following the presentation of each gold medal, played the national anthems of Sweden, the USA, New Zealand and Denmark. The winners and placegetters received their gold, silver and bronze medals respectively from Avery Brundage, President of the International Olympic Committee. HRH Prince Axel of Denmark presented his countryman Paul Elvstrom with his gold medal. Major General Dyrssen of Sweden, Chairman of the Modern Olympic Pentathlon, carried out the presentation to his countryman F. Bohlin, winner in the Dragon class. Following the lowering of the Olympic Flag, which had remained continuously at the masthead throughout the Games, the band played the Australian National Anthem and the Yachting Regatta of the 1956 Olympiad was then completed. The Olympic Flag was then stored for safekeeping in a cupboard in the manager's office, to remain until following the clubhouse renovations in 1995, to be then proudly displayed on the wall above the stairway leading down to the lower foyer. Showing signs of deterioration it was refurnished, framed, and on Opening Day, Saturday, 7th October 2000, at a ceremony attended by the President of the Victorian Olympic Committee, Jim E Barry, it was proudly put on permanent display on the wall above the doorway leading into the Olympic Room. On the night of the Annual Trophy Presentation Night, Saturday, 28th May 2005, Jim E Barry presented a plaque commemorating the occasion of the Squadron being the host club for the Olympic Yachting events. This is proudly displayed at the Squadron entrance. Compiled entirely from the following sources: Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron archives to include; Annual reports also Official Report, XVI Olympiad Melbourne 1956. * Note: ‐ Ambiguous as it may appear, the names Carolan and Carolane are correctly spelt. ‐ Bert Ferris, RMYS Historian 1956_12_Square_meter_Sharpie_Victor
s 1956 Rolly Tasker and Malcolm Scott 1956 Rolly Tasker and Mrs Tasker 13 November 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 63544 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 13 November 2012 Wednesday, 7th November Troubleshooters Jo Johanessen Pursuit Series and Horizon Sails Spinnaker Series I We finally got a race in! At 1745 it seemed as though the wind was going to die altogether and give us a repeat performance of the last three weeks of twilight racing, but at 1815 the wind picked up to 7‐12 knots from the south and finally got everyone around the course, even if it was a quick race. Unfortunately, the spinnaker race did not have enough starters to award 1st, 2nd and 3rd in all divisions. Saturday, 10th November Day 2 of the 2012‐13 Club Marine Series was hosted by HBYC and it looked like a fantastic day with perfect wind and some sunshine. Div 0 and 1 raced on the Western Course and completed 3 and 2 races respectively. Div 2 and 3 were on the Eastern Course and each got through 2 races. Don't forget to check out the results. The articles and photos are worth a look, too. Click here for Wednesday & Saturday's sailing results Click here for Club Marine Results (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Click here for the Club Marine Site ‐ articles and photos Troubleshooters ‐ Jo Johannesen Twilight Series ‐ Wednesday 7th November Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Oasi Skye Hotshot Best start ‐ Silhouette on 0 seconds. Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Thank you for those who helped make Discover Sailing Day such a success ‐ 63552 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 13 November 2012 Discover Sailing Day was held last Sunday, the 11th of November. As usual our open day was again a great success due to the generosity of members and some great weather, with some 250 plus people enjoying a sail, BBQ and drink. Feedback from volunteers and guests was extremely positive, with all having a great time. Last Sunday saw some 250 plus members of the public enjoy a taste of the sailing experience. From 10am we had guests streaming in. Jan Hurst, Amber Stewart and Jody Lukeman did a marvellous job taking registrations and allocating guests to yachts. Our land‐based volunteers (too many to mention) wore their shoes down ensuring guests were walked to the yachts and bought them back to the Squadron after their sailing experience to relax. Phil Grossi and Marc Tracy did a fantastic job ferrying guests back and forth on the Marshall Hawes and Albatross, with Rod Austin helping out as well. Rod also manned the BBQ with assistance from Amanda Wakeham, whilst Jan Fielding focused on merchandise. We had 16 yachts on the volunteer list: 1.
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Ellipse ‐ Jack Setton Astate ‐ David Kelly Xit Strategy ‐ Peter Smith Vagrant ‐ David Connolly Dalliance ‐ Graeme Pettingill Mrs Overnewton ‐ Doug Charters Legacy ‐ Doug Parsonson The RMSTA had a good stream of enquiries as well. We expect that over the next month a number of guests will return to experience twilight or Saturday sailing. The membership committee will follow up with guests to reinforce the welcome to them, so if you see some new faces around please make sure they feel welcome. The day finished with a “thank‐you” BBQ and drinks for the volunteers. Thank you again to everyone who assisted in making the day a success. Phil Battey Rear Commodore Note: The RMYS Committee would like to thank Phil for his commitment to the day and making it all run so smoothly. Behind the scenes and prior to the day Phil was busy planning and preparing. Phil was also successful in obtaining Channel 10 to broadcast the weather during the week and for organising the Sunday Herald Sun article and photo of Bert Ferris & Linus Talacko. Tales from the Past ‐ 'The RMYS Caretaker' by Bert Ferris ‐ 63703 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 13 November 2012 In 1954 the Club, having been appointed the headquarters for the 1956 Melbourne Olympics yachting events, started preparing to modernise the clubhouse. This necessitated the resident caretaker, a member of the Club being given six months' notice to vacate. On the day his tenure expired, he stubbornly barricaded himself in his quarters. Only after seeking legal advice, by brute force he was to be evicted. Given that he had no place to go, the Club then found him temporary accommodation and storage for his belongings. 14 November 2012 'Into the Storm' Speaker Presentation Breakfast Saturday 1st of December @ RBYC ‐ 63863 Wednesday, 14 November 2012 If you missed the talk presented by the Trybooking.com crew at RMYS recently now's your chance to hear the story at Royal Brighton Yacht Club. Hear the story of the rescue of six crew from the Yacht ‘Inception’ during the Port Fairy Ocean Race. Presentation by Grant Dunoon and his crew from the Yacht ‘Trybooking.com’, recent winners of the National Search and Rescue Awards. Venue: Royal Brighton Yacht Club ‐ 253 Esplanade, Middle Brighton. Time: 8.30am for a 9.00am start. Cost: $35 a head. Two‐course breakfast, juice and coffee. Bookings: RBYC Reception reception@rybc.org.au by 26th November, or phone 9592 3092. Book early as this is sure to be a popular event. Other Links Into The Storm Breakfast Information
15 November 2012 HUGE Merchandise Sale...never to be repeated!!! ‐ Committee Room ‐ Wednesday 21st November ‐ 63557 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 15 November 2012 Be in quick to pick up a bargain!!! RMYS merchandise is now on sale at cost. Once we've cleared the decks, all future merchandise will be supplied exclusively by Helly Hansen. RMYS has secured a fantastic sponsorship deal with Helly Hansen. The new range of clothing will be available soon. Drop into the Committee Room on Wednesday before the race or contact Jan Fielding on 9534 0227. 17 November 2012 Ruth Nangle and Jeanette Turnbull Trophies ‐ Start Time Change ‐ 63559 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 17 November 2012 Breaking news ‐ New start time for Ruth Nangle Trophy is 0900 hours. This year's Ruth Nangle Trophy will be a passage/pursuit around the northern end of Port Phillip, with the overnight destination for all interested yachts being Waterfront City, Docklands. The Jeanette Turnbull Trophy, which is a passage race, will start in the vicinity of the Princess Pier on the Sunday. With great restaurants and bars, it is bound to be a fantastic night for all crews who choose to take up the opportunity of staying the night at this magnificent location (and cut out the travel time to the start line in the morning). Cruising yachts are also welcome to take a leisurely sail to Waterfront City and join the racing fleet for the evening’s festivities. Booking forms for the Cruising fleet will be sent via email upon expression of interest. Booking forms will be sent to skippers via email upon entry or expression of interest. Please note that all bookings for berths at Waterfront City need to be made by Tuesday, 20th November. Please let the Marina know that you are part of the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron event. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact Allicia Rae on 9534 0227 or via email at racing@rmys.com.au Other Links Booking Form
20 November 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 63695 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 20 November 2012 Wednesday 14th November ‐ Twilight Races Wednesday brought sailors an evening of perfect sailing conditions with 14‐16 knot southerlies. Reminders went out about not overloading Tinfish, remember 4 people maximum. Also, once you have finished the race, please do not sail back through the finish line, as other competitors may be finishing behind you. Though this is not a rule, it is still good etiquette. Saturday 10th November ‐ Lipton Cup Regatta – RYCV There was no race at RMYS on Saturday in an effort to help support the Lipton Cup Regatta, unfortunately only 4 of our yachts entered. Take Five didn't make it to the regatta due to overlapping commitments, but Jungle Juice, Mood Indigo and Weekend Option all competed over the weekend. Click here for Wednesday & Saturday's sailing results Troubleshooters ‐ Jo Johannesen Twilight Series ‐ Wednesday 14th November Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Mandu Cloud Nine Hotshot Best start ‐ Leilani on 0 seconds. Horizon Sails ‐ Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 ‐ Wednesday 14th November Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Vagrant Eureka Mrs Overnewton AMS Vagrant Mrs Overnewton Jungle Juice IRC Jungle Juice Salamander III Mrs Overnewton Click here for Lipton Cup Regatta results Lipton Cup Regatta RYCV ‐ 17th & 18th November Overall Results ‐ Div B AMS IRC PHD Jungle Juice 11th 7th 15th Overall Results ‐ Div C Mood Indigo 4th 12th Weekend Option 7th 6th 21st Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Fire on the Marina ‐ 63867 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 20 November 2012 Quick action averted a potential disaster in the marina on Sunday, when a fire was doused on the main walkway beside the William Paterson. A club member and his wife put out the fire – most likely caused by a cigarette butt being dropped into rotten, and highly flammable timber ‐‐ and contacted Michael Neumann, who enacted the Squadron’s emergency action plan. With an expected hot summer approaching, it is timely to remind members who smoke that they should dispose of cigarette butts properly, to prevent the danger of this happening again. Had Sunday’s fire not been contained so quickly, it could easily have spread to a vessel. Several fire extinguishers are positioned in the marina in locked cabinets, with the keys above the cabinets in a break‐glass case. If any members use the extinguishers, please contact Michael Neumann to ensure they are refilled and the glass replaced. Members are also reminded that our website includes a blank incident report that members are requested to complete if they have an incident, a near miss or any other concerns. If we are made aware of safety issues we can implement safety measures to minimise the risk of an incident occurring. 21 November 2012 BEETLEMANIA on Tigris! ‐ 63859 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 21 November 2012 Caught in a windless pocket of hot air off Sandringham (between the SYC‐1 and OA marks) during Saturday's race, the TIGRIS crew were abandoned by the fleet, only to be inundated by a swarm of Plague Soldier Beetles, Flies, Moths, Butterflies and Dragonflies all caught in the EYE of calmness. Read below for more of the story by Alistair Trimble. Whilst TIGRIS languished, doing 360 degree turns, thousands of mating, yellow‐orange striped and metallic green 15 millimetre‐long Soldier Beetles gathered on, under, and in between every surface of the yacht’s sails, deck & crew. Not only did we witness this phenomenon, but after rounding the R2 mark and heading down to R4, two of the crew had a complete view of a large shark fully breached above the waterline, 200 metres away, with the hull of the ship docked at Williamstown as a backdrop. Pity it happened too quickly for the cameraman to record it, but a third crew member did see the splash from the re‐entry. Magnificent!!! In 12 years on the water I've seen lots of wonders, but this… the image will remain embedded in my mind's eye, and I'm confident the tale of the day's adventures will grow more exciting with the years. I can see it now: "GREAT WHITE SHARK … BREACHED … BESIDE FEET OF TIGRIS CREW" 22 November 2012 Sea Breeze Summer 2012 ‐ 48201 Thursday, 22 November 2012 We are delighted to announce the release of the 2012 Summer edition of Sea Breeze. Thanks to Paula Fisher who volunteered to put this edition together. Expect to see a copy in your letterbox soon. Click on the link to Sea Breeze. Other Links Summer 2012 Edition
23 November 2012 Christmas Party – 2nd December ‐ 63633 Jan Fielding, Friday, 23 November 2012 Bring the family. MC Stefan Dennis of Neighbours fame. Two Olympic Gold and Silver Medallists. A jumping castle, face painting , BBQ and a special Chappy dressed in red. Please note Road Closures until 11.30 road access from Cowderouy Street only ‐ mention Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. Bring the kids to this fun family day. It commences at 1100 hours so the young (and not so young) can play in the jumping castle and have their face painted. Also Matt Belcher, who won gold in the 470s at the London Olympics, will be in attendance from 1100 to 1230 hours. He will talk about his gold medal winning performance and have his medal with him. A traditional Family Christmas BBQ is available at $15pp (Kids ½ price) will be served at around 1300 hours, with special guest and member Stefan Dennis (who plays Paul Robinson in Neighbours) as MC. This is also a great day to celebrate Christmas with your crew and friends in the convivial atmosphere of the Squadron with its panoramic views. Remember to bring a gift for Santa to give the kids. We will also draw the raffle for the Christmas hampers. Bookings are essential. Phone Jan Hurst 9534 0227 or email jan@rmys.com.au 24 November 2012 Australian Sailing Team Road Show ‐ Sunday 2nd December 1100hrs ‐ 63870 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 24 November 2012 Celebrating Australia's golden moment, this is your opportunity to rub shoulders with Australia's Sailing Olympic Heroes! The day will include a Q&A session with the members of the Australian Sailing Team, autograph signing and a free replica gold medal for the kids! Please note Road Closures until 11.30 road access from Cowderouy Street only ‐ mention Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. Other Links Roadshow Poster
25 November 2012 Not So Secret Men's Business: Special Night not to be missed. THIS Thursday 29th Nov ‐ 63440 World Boxing Champion Sam Soliman Rod Austin, Sunday, 25 November 2012 A really important message and a night that should not be missed by men and women. RMYS are hosting World renowned speakers, Finger food and the night is by donation at the door only. Leon Wiegard OAM: MC this special event with many special speakers. Leon Wiegard is President Australian and Victorian Olympian Clubs and ex Fitzroy FC President. Bill Noonan: The importance of an annual health check/screen. Bill Noonan is National Mens Health Ambassador and currently a Commissioner of the National Transport Commission and Chair of the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation. Prof. Jeannette Milgrom: Early bonding between father and son, and the role of grandfathers. Jeannette Milgrom is a Professor of Psychology, Psychological Sciences, University of Melbourne and Director of the Parent‐Infant Research Institute and Psychology at Austin Health, Melbourne, Australia. Dr Nicole Highett: Mental health ‐ prevalence and reduction of bias: mens leadership role in mens health: workplace, recreation, family and mates. Nicole Highett is Deputy CEO of Beyond Blue Sam Soliman with Bill Noonan: A balanced life and why health is the number 1 priority over cash and business. Sam Soliman’s unanimous points victory over Giovanni Lorenzo in the IBF world middleweight title eliminator was a performance to behold recently. The funds raised on the night will be split 50/50 with Beyondblue and PIRI (Parent and Infant Research Institute, Austin Hospital). It will be educational and a lot of fun for everyone so I hope you can all attend. No charge but please donate generously at the door and there will be raffles on the night. Hors d’oevres provided, Drinks at member prices. Canapes on Arrival 
Freshly shucked oysters with a red wine vinegar and shallot dressing 
Vermicelli pastry rolls of Asian vegetables – Chinese black vinegar kupee mayo 
Crisp kaitifi with fresh goat’s cheese, smoked tomato, baby basil and apple balsamic 
Ocean trout on sushi with cucumber, trout roe, sweet soy kupee and dill 
Chicken rice paper rolls with a lime‐ginger dipping sauce 
Mini sausage rolls 
Mini pies Book now with Jan on pH; 95340227 or jan@rmys.com.au Other Links Not So Secret Men's Business Flyer
(Note: The link was removed as the flyer is no longer available.) 27 November 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 63864 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 27 November 2012 Wednesday 21st November Wednesday night racing was conducted in blustery 20‐25 knot southerlies. The conditions meant that only 6 spinnaker yachts and 17 pursuit yachts competed, with White Swan taking out the best start with a time of 2 seconds. Please remember not to sail through the finish line unless you are finishing, especially if you are not racing. Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th November Ten yachts competed for the Ruth Nangle trophy on Saturday. The course was approximately 35 miles around the top end of Port Phillip. Thankfully the weather was nice, because the wind died out as yachts were sailing the second lap, making for a very long day on the water, taking yachts 7‐9 hours to complete. On Sunday only 8 yachts took up the challenge of the Jeanette Turnbull trophy, which was around the smaller course of approximately 20 miles. It only took crews 3‐4 hours to complete. Click here for Wednesday & Saturday's sailing results Troubleshooters ‐ Jo Johannesen Twilight Series ‐ Wednesday 21st November Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Woodstock White Swan Addiction Best start ‐ White Swan 2 seconds. Horizon Sails ‐ Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 ‐ Wednesday 21st November Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Vagrant Eureka Jungle Juice AMS Vagrant Jungle Juice Mrs Overnewton IRC Jungle Juice Mrs Overnewton Matador Ruth Nangle Trophy ‐ Saturday 24th November 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Weekend Option Take Five Addiction Jeanette Turnbull Trophy ‐ Sunday 25th November 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Weekend Option Addiction Mrs Overnewton AMS Take Five Addiction Matador IRC Matador Weekend Option Mrs Overnewton Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 30 November 2012 RMYS Marina Update Newsletter ‐ Issue 5 ‐ 64038 Jan Fielding, Friday, 30 November 2012 Keep up to date with the Marina progress including the announcement of the successful tenderers. 
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1 December 2012 Christmas Party at RMYS, one to remember ‐64035 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 1 December 2012 The Olympians, the television star, Santa and some firemen get together to create a very exciting day for the little ones. Just look at the photos to see lots of happy faces. The day started out so well: the red lemonade was flowing, the jumping castle was in place and the barbecue was warming up. By late morning it was time from the kids to head upstairs to meet Matt Belcher and Olivia Price, and hear about what it takes to be an Olympian and to gain the ultimate reward. There was a hush over the room as the children sat in awe of their heroes, some plucking the courage to ask questions. Replica medals were handed out and children young and old joined in the photo opportunity with Matt and Olivia, who then delighted the little ones by joining them in the jumping castle before casting off about 12.30 for ISAF Sail Melbourne. Then Santa arrived and dispensed a sack full of presents, after which we all adjourned to the balcony for a barbecue lunch in the sunshine. Later, we returned to the Olympic Bar, where Rod Austin interviewed Squadron member Stefan Dennis about his acting career. Stefan, a regular on Neighbours, has also appeared in a string of shows including Cop Shop, The Sullivans, Skyways and The Flying Doctors. It was during this interview that the afternoon's proceedings suddenly deviated from the script: the sprinklers went off unexpectedly in the kitchen just as staff were preparing for a function. More excitement for the kids: there were bells and sirens sounding, people shouting and running about, fire engines, lots of water and plenty of firemen. The kids probably didn't mind that there wasn't actually a fire: this was certainly a Christmas Party they will be talking about for a long time. As for the winners of the Christmas hamper raffle, they were: 1st Prize Louise Goldie‐Divko 2nd Prize Marg Ludowyk 3rd Prize Club Captain – Matt Setton 3 December 2012 Resignation of RMYS Vice Commodore, and opportunity for new RMYS General Committee Members ‐ 64011 Jan Fielding, Monday, 3 December 2012 After many years of dedicated service to the General Committee of Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, Vice Commodore Ian Lodewyckx has tendered his resignation as a Director and from the General Committee. This creates an opportunity for the appointment of two new Directors. Ian, a member of the Squadron since 1997 and the owner of Tigris, has been a devoted member of the RMYS General Committee, both at Director level and Flag Officer level, for many years. For the past 18 months, he has held the Flag Officer position of Vice Commodore. He has been extremely generous with his time and energy, a contributor of real significance and his presence on the RMYS Board will be greatly missed. I will personally miss the opportunity of being able to rely on Ian’s vast knowledge of the procedures, protocols and mechanics of the Squadron, the detailed and important things that make the Squadron tick over. The RMYS General Committee has been short one Director for a long time. Ian’s resignation from the General Committee means we now have two vacancies. We are keen to fill both vacancies as soon as possible. At this point in the Squadron’s history, the General Committee is extremely busy; being a Director on the General Committee requires not only commitment but the ability to make significant decisions with an eye firmly fixed on commercial outcomes. We will be approaching individuals over forthcoming weeks, but if you are interested in making a real contribution to the Squadron at this very important time in its history, please call me. I can promise you plenty of work, the chance to make significant decisions, meetings with party pies and sandwiches and the opportunity to make a real contribution to the future success of RMYS. Again, a big and genuine Thank You, on behalf of RMYS, the Committee and myself, to Ian Lodewyckx for his many years of contribution and support. Linda Goldsmith Commodore RMYS RMYS on Social Media ‐ 64143 Jan Fielding, Monday, 3 December 2012 Royal Melbourne is now on Facebook and Twitter. Keep up to date with all the comings and goings at Royal Melbourne by following us on Facebook and Twitter. Facebook – www.facebook.com/RoyalMelbYS Twitter – https://twitter.com/RoyalMelbYS AWKR Facebook – www.facebook.com/AustralianWomensKeelboatRegatta AWKR Twitter ‐ https://twitter.com/AWKR1 4 December 2012 Kurrewa II ‐ Any wooden boat enthusiasts looking for a project? ‐ 64146 Rod Austin, Tuesday, 4 December 2012 Kurrewa II, the famous 49ft cutter on the cover of the RMYS history book The Long Hard Beat, has been kindly offered back to the club. BUT ... Kurrewa II does need work to bring it back to racing trim. Built by the Wheeler Brothers, it is a sister ship to Sayonara. After being owned and raced at St Kilda, in 1949 it was sailed to Sydney by Bob Gordon and there it has remained, at Woodford Bay on a mooring. The current owner, Martin Fleming, lovingly restored it in the 1970s and still uses the boat today. The original gaff rig has been altered to a Marconi rig. The hull is Kauri and in sound condition (not rotted), with amazing six‐inch planking and an iron floor. It is definitely restorable. RMYS is looking for expressions of interest from Squadron members to fund the project to return the boat to its glory in the era of A1 class yachts. Anyone who is interested should contact Rod Austin on 0477 522 750 or via email at manager@rmys.com.au Kurrewa II has an overall length of 49 feet, a waterline length of 28 feet, and a beam of 8 feet 2 inches. Other Links Kurrewa II
5 December 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 64012 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 5 December 2012 Wednesday 28th November Troubleshooters Jo Johanessen Pursuit Series and Horizon Sails Spinnaker Series I Unfortunately, neither the pursuit nor the spinnaker fleet managed to get a race in on Wednesday. The evening started out with a pleasant 10 knot southwesterly, but unfortunately died down to around 4 knots just before the time limit, as the yachts were approaching the finish line. None managed to cross. On the upside, Leilani claimed the best start prize with a time of 0 seconds. Saturday 1st December Club Marine Series ‐ Day 3 Day 3 of the Club Marine Series had easterly to southeasterly breezes of 5‐15 knots and saw Div 1 get 2 races in (Races 4 and 5) and Div 2 and 3 completed 1 each (Race 4). There were 79 yachts competing across Div 1, 2 and 3 19 of these yachts were from RMYS. It was great to see everyone on the water. Don't forget to check out the RMYS Facebook page for photos of the day and the Club Marine Series website for the fantastic articles and professional shots from Teri Dodds and Alex McKinnon. Click here for Wednesday & Saturday's sailing results Click here for Club Marine Series Site Click here for RMYS Facebook Site Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 2013‐2016 RRS and Special Regulations ‐ Now Available Online ‐ 64300 Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 5 December 2012 Please be advised that the electronic versions of the 2013‐2016 Racing Rules of Sailing with YA Prescriptions and Addenda, and the Yachting Australia Special Regulations are now available on the Yachting Australia website. The 2008‐2012 Special Regulations that are valid until the 30 June 2013 are also available on the website. To view the documents please click on the links below: 2013‐2016 Racing Rules of Sailing Click Here 2013‐2016 YA Special Regulations Click Here 2008‐2012 YA Special Regulations Click Here (Note: The links were removed as the pages are no longer available.) 6 December 2012 Festival of Sails (aka Geelong Week) ‐ 64298 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 6 December 2012 Festival of Sails is on again next year, from 24‐28 January 2013. The passage race to Geelong will be held on Friday, 25th January. Don't forget to enter the Agar Wynne Perpetual Trophy from Geelong to Melbourne, to race back at the conclusion of the Festival of Sails. Will we see you on the water over the Australia Day long weekend? Entry is now open: http://festivalofsails.com.au/sailing‐regatta/online‐entry‐2 Entries close on Friday, 11th January. The Notice of Race is out: http://festivalofsails.com.au/sailing‐regatta/race‐documents Sailing Instructions are coming soon. 7 December 2012 Port Phillip Women's Challenge Series ‐ 64136 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 11 December 2012 A series designed to get more Lady Skippers on the Bay The YV Women and Girls in Sailing Committee which meets regularly at the Squadron, has devised a Series, incorporating the various Lady Skipper’s races at the 5 top of the bay clubs. The Series will be launched in the Harbour Room at the Squadron on Friday, 18 January 2013, and consists of the following races: 17 February 2013 RMYS Jennifer Goldsmith Lady Skipper’s race 24 February 2013 RYCV Lady Skipper’s Race 7 April 2013 SYC Day 2 WISC Regatta 21 April 2013 HBYC Lady Skipper’s Race 26 May 2013 RBYC Associates Cup. Participants can enter all 5 races, but 3 races will count in the overall winner. Whilst each race requires a “lady skipper”, in order to encourage female participation, there will be additional prizes for yachts with more than 50% female crew. Watch this space for the Notice of Race and more details. 8 December 2012 New Members' Night ‐ Friday 14th December ‐ 61259 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 8 December 2012 Come along to the Olympic Lounge to welcome the new members, have a drink and maybe sign up some new crew for Saturday! 9 December 2012 The Cactus Cup ‐ Saturday 15th December ‐ Bookings close 12/12/12 @1212hrs ‐ 50211 Jan Fielding, Sunday, 9 December 2012 The Cactus Cup is fast approaching ‐ Mussels and frankfurts on us! In the old tradition the mussels were collected from the pier to be fed to racers. Thankfully, these days that doesn't happen. Sailors will be issued with vouchers to partake in a feed of mussels and party frankfurts. Others will be able to purchase mussels on the day at a price to be confirmed. For catering purposes, please advise the Sailing Adminstrator Allicia Rae via racing@rmys.com.au if you are racing and how many crew you will have on board. Other Links The Cactus Cup Poster
11 December 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 64138 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 11 December 2012 Wednesday 5th December Troubleshooters Jo Johanessen Pursuit Series and Horizon Sails Spinnaker Series I A stiff 20‐25 knots from the southwest and rough seas meant a small fleet for Wednesday's race, with only 14 pursuit and 4 spinnaker competitors making it to the start line. Saturday 8th December Doc Bennell Trophy Unfortunately, a gale warning was forecast by the Bureau of Meteorology and therefore the race was cancelled. Saturday 11th April is a spare for a re‐sail, so keep your eyes open for notices regarding the Doc Bennell Trophy, possibly being sailed in 2013. Click here for Wednesday & Saturday's sailing results Troubleshooters ‐ Jo Johannesen Twilight Series ‐ Wednesday 5th December Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Remedy Take Five Ellipse Best start ‐ Matrix on 1 second. Horizon Sails ‐ Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 ‐ Wednesday 5th December Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Vagrant Eureka Mrs Overnewton AMS Vagrant Mrs Overnewton Matador IRC Mrs Overnewton Matador Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 2012 ISAF Sailing World Cup ‐ 64148 Mathew Belcher and Will Ryan on day one of Sail Melbourne Rod Austin, Tuesday, 11 December 2012 The Olympians proved too good and RMYS was represented buy Linus Talacko in the Int. Optimist Class. Albatross, Marshall Hawes and our two flat screen TVs for tracking purposes. If not one, then the other at Sail Melbourne It had been blowing from the south at various angles and strengths all week, so it seemed only appropriate that for the Gold Medal race day, Melbourne should turn on the hot northerlies. For the afternoon it would be between 18 to 26 knots, with the occasional gust hitting about 30. First of the Olympic classes to get away for their chance at glory was the men's 470 fleet. Capitalising on a great week, Mat Belcher and Will Ryan sealed victory and their gold medal with an emphatic display to increase their lead at every mark rounding. Second on the day, and overall as well, are the South African crew of Asenathi Jim and Roger Hudson, 21 points behind the leaders. Angus Galloway and Tim Hannah (AUS) were fourth on the day and moved in to third place on the podium. The women's 470 event was there for Sasha and Jaime Ryan to win and that they did, by winning the medal race to finish on ten points and stand atop the podium. They were 17 points clear of Lucy Shephard and Aurora Paterson in the silver medal. The latter only placed fourth on the day, but had enough in reserve to be in second place from Jacqui Gurr and Georgie Toner by a healthy eight points. This pair was second on the day and had they completed some of the racing earlier in the week then they well have been on top. Nicole Douglass and Lauren Sinclair were third on the day and finished fourth, but certainly could have been higher had they too competed earlier in the week. The Finn followed form as well, with Brendan Casey cleaning up the course. Oliver Tweddell and Jake Lilley were second and third on the course and will stand that way on the podium for presentations, as well. In the Laser, Matthew Wearn won on the day, with Ashley Brunning in second and Ryan Palk in third, but Tom Burton who finished fourth was still way ahead and so collects the Gold. Wearn, 14 points behind, stands on the podium for second and Palk, two more points behind gets third. Australia's Krystal Weir won the medal race and the Laser Radial event. She was 22 points ahead of Switzerland’s Manon Luther, who in turn was six points clear of Elizabeth Yin from Singapore. Manon said of her second place, “Yes, it felt good and I’ve been trying to be really consistent and aim for a top three place each race. The light winds are more my thing, so today I just kept saying to myself that I had to hike hard. It has been a tough year, but I am really enjoying sailing for myself no and not just being a training partner. It’s a lot more fun.” The 49er race lived up to the promise of excitement in a strong breeze. Steven Thomas and Rhys Mara had been the overnight leaders, but as the signals and gun went for a start, they were still some way up the course, coming down under spinnaker. Alas, they gybed and capsized the boat, so had to be around four minutes late for the start. Once through, they headed in towards shore and began the fight back, which they would do to a large degree. Coming in to the bottom gate for the first time, both Will Phillips with Nick Brownie and Luke Parkinson with Jasper Warren capsized, leaving Tom Johnson and Harry Bethwaite to "do a Steven Bradbury" and take the lead, with Sam Kivell and Sam Phillips to go in to second place. Phillips and Brownie would regain the lead, with Thomas and Mara also making ground after their disastrous start. In the end, Parkinson and Warren would win and take Gold, with Phillips and Brownie holding on for second, leaving Thomas and Mara to get third. The latter crew had more than enough points to take Silver, with Phillips and Brownie edging out Kivell and Phillips for the Bronze by just the one point! Will said of the almost unbelievable topsy turvy nature of the race, which had memories of Qingdao popping in to one's mind, “You know we just made it in the end and I’m not surprised I fell off after the finish. There were things breaking and failing on board and we had a lot of tangles in the lines, too. Nick [Brownie] did a really good job today and he’s been great to sail with.” The Women on the FX skiff were very conservative pre‐start and keen not to be On Course Side, which would really hurt their chances of getting on the podium. Tessa Parkinson and Kate Lathouras went for the port tack start and straight in to the beach, where there were gains to be made. They’d need them, for at the bottom of the last leg, they hit the gate and so had to do their penalty 360 turn. This allowed Maloney and Meech of New Zealand and Ella Giudice with Caitlin Elks (AUS) to go ahead of them and off out to sea. Olympic Silver Medallist, Olivia Price, would start behind the course and not compete, as she was ineligible for a medal, as she was sailing with James Sly. Ultimately, Alex Maloney and Molly Meech would get Gold, with Tessa Parkinson and Kate Lathouras taking Silver. Bronze would go to Ella Giudice and Caitlin Elks, who had not been completely in contention earlier on in the week and even had a swim today during racing, so it proves that you do need to be out there and in it to get on the podium. The Men’s Windsurfer, RSX, would see just two starters race, as young Sam Treharne had gear failure on the way to the course. Luke Baillie collected Gold and then Patrick Vos took Silver. ISAF IRO, Athanasios Papantoniou (Sulis), said whilst out on the water, “The conditions for this event were fantastic, as they allowed for the sailors to have a mix of light and heavy weather sailing, so something for everyone. Everyone got something that they would enjoy. The medal racing today could not be better ‐ warm, windy and a fairly flat sea. A really good championship!” Antonio de la Madrid, ISAF Sailing World Cup Manager said, “Today is perfect and really good for medal race. The race management are simply awesome and doing a great job, something they’ve done all week. Really happy with Melbourne and looking forward to next year and hope we get some more of these warm windy days.” The ISAF World Cup, which is part of Sail Melbourne has finished for 2012. Well done to sailors, support staff, the Sandringham Yacht Club, volunteers and race management for a great event. Will Phillips and Nick Brownie had a great last day and are sure to be a feature in the 49ers. Photo: Jeff Crow Tom Burton wearing that famed yellow jersey. Photo: Jeff Crow Switzerland’s Manon Luther sets about her work, which earned her a Silver medal. Photo: Jeff Crow Other Links Sail Melbourne Article
RMYS Xmas and New Years Office Hours ‐ 64308 Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 11 December 2012 The RMYS office will be closed on Christmas Day (25th December) and will reopen on Wednesday 2nd January. The office staff at RMYS would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a safe and happy new year. 13 December 2012 New Year's Eve Party at RMYS ‐ 63651 Rod Austin, Thursday, 13 December 2012 All welcome to enjoy a sumptuous dinner and / or come down and just watch the fireworks from the roof. HOW GOOD IS THIS? RMYS and foodanddesire have decided to Open the Doors to Members and their friends by inviting all diners and non‐diners to attend for Celebrations. You can either book for dinner or just be at the best place in Melbourne for a celebratory drink and to watch the fireworks ASSIST THE CLUB AND PLEASE BOOK NOW FOR DINNER OR JUST LET US KNOW YOU WILL BE COMING! Date: Monday, 31st December 2012 Time: from 7.30 pm Place: Olympic Bar and ROOF TOP (however if numbers exceed capacity we will move to the Harbour Room) Menu: It will be smilar to the normal Friday's a la carte menu. Please feel free to bring your friends along to help celebrate the New Year, and treat them to the magnificent 360° views, where they can see fireworks from all over Melbourne. Please book through Members Bar and Dining 9534 0227, or email: olympicbar@rmys.com.au Bookings close Monday 31December 2012 at 12.00 noon. HAPPY New Year 14 December 2012 Mexican theme dinner after sailing tomorrow night ‐ 19th December ‐ 64303 Jan Fielding, Friday, 14 December 2012 Make sure you check out our rotating twilight dinner feasts starting tomorrow night with Mexican Themed food and drinks. RMYS welcomes 2 Brothers Brewery and the return of Mountain Goat Brewery ‐ click on the link for the stories behind these two breweries. We welcome Mountain Goat Brewery and 2 Brothers Brewery to the Bar. Mountain Goat brewery http://www.goatbeer.com.au/, is a Victorian micro brewery institution and have recently celebrated their 15th year. Mountain Goat started out in Dave’s backyard in the early 1990s. Dave was cranking out home brews almost every weekend when a postcard turned up from Cam (backpacking through Canada). Cam was travelling OS after quitting his music industry job in Melbourne. “When I turned up in Vancouver a friend took me out to some local bars serving a host of local microbrews on tap. I just suddenly got the picture and realised what Dave was striving for back home. My perception of beer got turned upside down right then and there. So I sent Dave a postcard that said something like Dave, we gotta talk, we need to start a microbrewery in Melbourne…” After two years of frantic product development in Dave’s backyard and a lot of red tape the first serious Mountain Goat beer was born. The Hightail Ale hit the shelves (well around three shelves) in October 97. Today the boys operate their very own microbrewery in Richmond (inner Melbourne). They craft the Hightail Ale, Organic Steam Ale plus seasonal beers in longnecks like the Surefoot Stout , IPA and Double Hightail. 2 brothers brewery in Moorabbin http://www.2brothers.com.au/ is another Victorian success story. The guys have been working tirelessly to created unique and interesting beers and cider. We currently stock their Gypsy Pear Cider and Kung Foo Rice Lager. Stay tuned for our new and exciting bar menu kicking off early in January 2013. Sticky Lamb Ribs, pulled pork sliders and freshly tossed salads, along with the infamous dimmies and chips. 15 December 2012 Holiday Season Sailing! ‐ 64299 Jan Fielding, Saturday, 15 December 2012 RMYS would like to wish the following Ocean racing teams the best of luck in their races this year! Sydney to Hobart: Dekadence, Jazz Player and Primitive Cool Melbourne to Hobart: Addiction (WC), Kiss Goodbye to MS (WC), Carrera (EC) and Matrix (EC) Melbourne to Launceston: Deliverance Good luck also to the yachts competing in the Boxing Day Dash. See you in Blairgowrie. Cruising boats, remember it is the journey, not the destination enjoy wherever you may be headed. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the RMYS Office Staff. 17 December 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 64297 Jan Fielding, Monday, 17 December 2012 Wednesday 12th December Troubleshooters Jo Johanessen Pursuit Series and Horizon Sails Spinnaker Series I 29 yachts made it to the start line for last Wednesday's pursuit race with light north‐easterly winds, which resulted in a short course of 3.0M being chosen. Saturday 15th December Cactus Cup Thank you to Mountain Goat Beer for sponsoring this year's Cactus Cup. It was a great morning on the water with blustery 20 knot westerlies. The day's festivities culminated in the bar after racing, with presentation and a feast of mussels and frankfurts. Congratulations to the team on Sea Eagle for taking out the 2012 Cactus Cup! Click here for Wednesday & Saturday's sailing results Troubleshooters ‐ Jo Johannesen Twilight Series ‐ Wednesday 12th December Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Oasi Sea Eagle Johnny Be Goode Best start ‐ Sea Eagle on 0 second. Horizon Sails ‐ Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 ‐ Wednesday 12th December Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Matador Mrs Overnewton Mood Indigo AMS Mrs Overnewton Matador Salamander III IRC Mrs Overnewton Matador Salamander III Cactus Cup ‐ Edward Lumley Trophy Heat 2 ‐ Saturday 15th December Heat 2 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Sea Eagle Vagrant Take Five AMS Take Five Sea Eagle Addiction IRC Salamander III Ellipse Siren Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. 20 December 2012 Helly Hansen Christmas Sale ‐ 64355 Xmas_220x175 Rod Austin, Thursday, 20 December 2012 Christmas sale starting this Friday at Helly Hansen store. Remember to say you are a RMYS meber. 21 December 2012 SAILING RESULTS ‐ 64363 Jan Fielding, Friday, 21 December 2012 Wednesday 19th December Troubleshooters Jo Johanessen Pursuit Series and Horizon Sails Spinnaker Series I The final of these series saw 21 yachts compete in the pursuit race and 5 yachts in the spinnaker race. The race started with northerly winds of 16‐18 knots, followed by a squall about 1830, when the wind changed to the south at a gusty 30 knots. Although we had a decent amount of entries for the races, only 2 yachts from the spinnaker fleet completed the course, with at least two sustaining damage. The pursuit fleet had a similar result with 2 yachts being scored DNF and another couple almost making it to the start line before heading home. A big thank you goes out to all of the volunteers who have manned the tower for the season so far. Saturday 22nd December 2 Short Races This weekend we have 2 short races, with yachts from RYCV and HBYC expected to join us. Be sure to check the website for results and Facebook for photos and commentary from the day. Click here for Wednesday & Saturday's sailing results Troubleshooters ‐ Jo Johannesen Twilight Series ‐ Wednesday 19th December Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Sea Eagle Seaya Rock N Roll Best start ‐ Ellipse on 4 seconds. Horizon Sails ‐ Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 ‐ Wednesday 19th December Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd PHS Eureka Vagrant ‐ AMS Vagrant ‐ ‐ IRC ‐ ‐ ‐ Reminders in relation to Club races: Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Compliance Checklist before racing; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Crew Declarations All boats racing must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided); failure to do so may result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Unfinancial Members Please ensure all your crew are financial; failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DSQ. Opti Squad Christmas Break Up ‐ 64378 Instructor Stephen Everton Rod Austin, Friday, 21 December 2012 The Thursday night Opti Squad had a sensational season ending BBQ and sail. Thank you squad and parents. The Squad ‐ Joseph Aberline, Charlton Stuart Willis, Harry Townsend, Freddie Langdon, Linus Talacko, Hugh Macmillan, Matthew Walker, Holly and Jonny Bate 24 December 2012 Signing of the Marina Services and Civil Breakwater Contract ‐ 64401 Monday, 24 December 2012 Services Contract signed 21 December 2012 ‐ Awarded to Scarlett Contracting. Civil Contract signed 24 December 2012 ‐ Awarded to Fitzgerald Constructions. In attendance: Services contract: Matt from Scarlett Contracting, Linda Goldsmith, Stuart Tait, Matt Setton, Amanda Wakeham from RMYS and Catherine Bell from GHD. Civil Contract: Romeo from Fitzgerald Constructions, Linda Stuart and Rod from RMYS and Catherine and Brad Richards from GHD.