RMYS News January RMYS fantastic results in SUMMER OCEAN RACING Spirit The RMYS winning Teams

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1 RMYS News January 2010 RMYS fantastic results in SUMMER OCEAN RACING Spirit The RMYS winning Teams Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 6 January 2010 Jazz Player Line Honours on the WESTCOASTER Two Handed Division Cock of the Bay Silk 1 st Spirit Div 3 Cock of the Bay plus 2 nd and third to Myaura and Avanale respectively PLUS many other outstanding results and efforts Ocean Racing results We had some wonderful results in the various races to Tasmania. M2H Westcoaster Line Honours: Jazz Player (RMYS) Icefire (RYCV) Spirit of Downunder (RYCV) IRC: Jazz Player (RMYS) Alien (RYCV) Audacious (RBYC) AMS: Alien (RYCV) Spirit of Downunder (RYCV) Beyond Outrageous (RMYS) PHS: Jazz Player (RMYS) Beyond Outrageous (RMYS) Alien (RYCV) SOVEREIGN SERIES (Cock of the Bay, M2H Westcoaster, King of the Derwent)

2 Line Honours: Jazz Player (RMYS) Audacious (RBYC) Addiction (RMYS) IRC: Audacious (RBYC) Jazz Player (RMYS) Tevake II (HBYC) /Slinky Malinky (HBYC) AMS: Addiction (RMYS) Tevake II (HBYC) Audacious (RBYC) PHS: Beyond Outrageous (RMYS) Jazz Player (RMYS) Addiction (RMYS) M2H Eastcoaster PHS: Inguene (RBYC) Chikara Outlaw (RMYS) Veloce (SYC) M2L AMS: Siren 4 th, Avanale 5 th Race 3 Race in Launceston (TasPorts Cup) AMS: Siren 4 th IRC: Siren 2 nd PHS: Siren 2 nd Series results: AMS: Siren 4 th, Avanale 5 th IRC: Siren 2 nd PHS: Siren 2 nd, Avanale 7 th Cock of the Bay

3 PHS: Division 1: Addiction 2 nd Division 3: Spirit 1 st, Myaura 2 nd, Avanale 3 rd AMS: Division 1: Addiction 4 th Division 3: Avanale 2 nd Two Handed Division: Silk 1st melb hobart melb hobart melb hobart melb hobart melb hobart January 2010 HAPPY HOUR EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT menu

4 Peter Dawson, Friday, 8 January 2010 HAPPY HOUR EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT IN THE OLYMPIC BAR FROM 5.30 TILL 7.30 DINNER BOOKINGS TO BE MADE AT THE OFFICE NEWLY RELEASED BOAGS PURE POTS $3.00 BOAGS DRAUGHT POTS $2.00 HOUSE WINES $2.50 HOUSE SPIRITS $3.50 NIBBLES AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/menu/friday jpg (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) 20 January 2010 MENU for Friday NIGHT January F&D menu January 22nd Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 20 January 2010 Menu for this Friday Menu for this Friday and remember we will be having a BAND on February 12 in the Olympic Bar with dinner before the BIG ST KILDA Festival HAPPY HOUR EVERY FRIDAY from 5.30pm to 7 pm with special HH PRICES

5 Plus F&D are offering some special PRIZES for members to make you a BIGGER WINNER!!! Other Links Menu Friday January 22nd (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) 27 January 2010 A BAND IS BACK February in the OLYMPIC BAR A BAND is BACK at RMYS Feb Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 27 January 2010 SOLD OUT!!!! The NYMPHS will be playing in the OLYMPIC BAR on Feb 12. Come along as it is the St Kilda Festival Weekend and hear this great group of vocalists. Enjoy a meal and make a big night of it with your friends and fellow members. SOLD OUT!!!!!!!!!! FOUR GIRLS, FOUR VOICES, FOUR PAIRS OF MATCHING UNDERWEAR Join us at RMYS to kick off the St Kilda Festival in style. THE NYMPHS, a 4 girl acoustic/ A cappella/swing band play at the Olympic Bar on Friday 12 th February 2010.

6 THE NYMPHS take a step back to the 1940 s echoing the sass and class of the Andrew s Sisters. With a mix of old covers and originals, cheeky banter and a fine display of frills, they offer a performance which is part comedy, part nostalgia and a whole lot of NYMPH. Bring your friends. Bookings for dinner essential to jan@rmys.com.au Other Links PDF poster /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/events /TheNymphs_02.pdf (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) 28 January 2010 General Members Meeting Thursday January 28, RMYS General Members Meeting Thursday, 28 January 2010 This Members Meeting is one of the many forums available to provide an opportunity for open discussions on club matters. Look forward to seeing you in the Harbour Room General Members Meeting Thursday January 28, 2010 Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/agenda 28 January 2010.pdf FRIDAY NIGHT HAPPY HOUR AND Dinner FEB Peter Dawson, Thursday, 28 January 2010

7 FRIDAY NIGHT February HAPPY HOUR is on every Friday from 5.30 pm untli 7.00 pm Come along and BRING YOUR FRIENDS and CREW as MAL and F&D are putting on MORE PRIZES for members so be in it!!!! The dinner menu is great CLICK HERE to see the menu (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) PLUS on FEB 12 we have a special event with FOUR GIRLS, FOUR VOICES, FOUR PAIRS OF MATCHING UNDERWEAR Join us at RMYS to kick off the St Kilda Festival in style. THE NYMPHS, a 4 girl acoustic/cappella/swing band play at the Olympic Bar on Friday 12th February THE NYMPHS take a step back to the 1940s echoing the sass and class of the Andrew's Sisters. With a mix of old covers and originals, cheeky banter and a fine display of frills, they offer a performance which is part comedy, part nostalgia and a whole lot of NYMPH. Bring your friends. Bookings for dinner essential to jan@rmys.com.au Other Links FRIDAY MENU Jan (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) 29 January 2010 Helly Hansen SUPPORT RMYS and provide a great range Helly Hansen Peter Dawson, Friday, 29 January 2010

8 Come and look at the range in the office and benefit from your members discount. Helly Hansen are major sponsors supporting the RMYS sailing activity with a focus on the Association Cup and the AWKR week. We ask for your support and request your purchase all your gear from RMYS and include the great HH range in your selection. Helly Hasen's HISTORY is a proud one and almost the same age as RMYS. Founded by a Norwegian Sea Captain in 1877, Helly Hansen has provided high quality, protective technical gear for work survival and sport for over 130 years. We work and play in the harshest environments on the planet to learn what's needed to create the best performance gear possible. We work closely with people who work and/or play outdoors to continuously optimize the technology and design of our products. For more information visit (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/sponsors/helly Heritage.pdf UNi PRO major sponsors UNI PRO a 'golden' sponsor for RMYS Peter Dawson, Friday, 29 January 2010 UNi PRO are Australia's leading supplier and manufacturer of painting supplies. Click here to access the UNi PRO web site UNi PRO support RMYS with considerable sponsorship and supply of their product for our building maintenance. We urge all members to support UNiPRO and your club by selcting their products when you are in the market.

9 1 February 2010 Kite Surfers Feb 7 to West Beach Kite Surfers Feb 7 to 14, 2010 West Beach Peter Dawson, Monday, 1 February 2010 Kite Surfers will be holding their National Titles this weekend. Their area of operation is close to the club given a PERMIT from PARKS VICTORIA. There are some sponsors and VIPS that maybe invitedto the club but at all times dress codes ar eto be applied. No one at all is to access the roof for viewing. We seek your assistance. The finals are to be held on Feb 14 and it will be great viewing from the club house for members. Feb 7 to West Beach St Kilda FESTIVAL Feb 14 ROAD CLOSURES St Kilda Festival Feb 14 Road Closures Peter Dawson, Monday, 1 February 2010 The map details the road closures on Feb 14, This will make access to the club by car most difficult. The CYAA summer series is on is scheduled for this day. If you require access for a special reason please contact the office as soon as possible so we can try to get a pass. Please note that the stret closure will be on this day and access will be severely restricted.

10 2 February 2010 Heavily Discounted Whitsundays Bareboat Charter + flights Whitsundays special Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 2 February 2010 Heavily Discounted Whitsundays Bareboat Charter + flights Jeanneau 40 booked for 14 March to 21 March, capable of sleeping 7, but with 4 flights already booked to Hamilton Island Due to a family illness, this week long holiday to the Whitsundays with Whitsundays Escape is available at a heavily reduced rate. You can view the Jeanneau 40 here Yachts/Jeanneau 40/26/ Original cost of boat hire: $ , yours for $2000. Original cost of flights: $ , yours for $1376 (we'll cover the cost of changing into your names, which is the current price of the flight less what is already paid, saving of about $150 right now). Please call Ian Lindsay on or on i.lindsay@watermark.com.au 12 February 2010 WOMENS SAILING COACHING SESSIONS CLOSING OFF womens sailing Peter Dawson, Friday, 12 February 2010 BOOKINGS ARE CLOSING FOR THE WOMEN S COACHING

11 We have only 8 spots left for the Women s coaching program with Mark Tonner Joyce commencingsunday 11 th April If you are just back from summer sailing or vacation, don t delay in contacting Tim Wagland, the Sailing Administrator at RMYS to confirm your enrolment in the program. When we hit the 30 participant s level, the bookings will be closed. If, at 12 February 2010 we have any vacancies, the remaining spots will be opened to all RMYS skippers/crew wanting to focus on racing skills and crew work. All queries to club members Janina Goethel, Linda Goldsmith or Racing Administrator, Tim Wagland. Big Bay Challenge MARCH MArch GET ON BOARD NOW and enjoy RMYS hospitality Peter Dawson, Friday, 12 February 2010 How far can you go????? A great BBQ will follow with a special HAPPY HOUR offering from RMYS. Entry forms and procedures will be available soon. Call Tim Wagland on ORCV Latitude Race site/yachting/rmys/downloads/big Bay Challenge/2010 BBC Poster.pdf Australian Property Institute CHARITY CHALLENGE March 3 Twilight Be in it and feel great for helping the cause Peter Dawson, Friday, 12 February 2010

12 RMYS and the Australian Property Institute CHARITY CHALLENGE On March 3 twilight the Australian Prpoerty Institute are conducting a Charity Day with the support of RMYS and boat owners. The API Foundation will support OPEN FAMILY check the web site based here in St Kilda with the aim to raise money towards supplying transportation for the group. The API have a similar day at CYC Sydney and we want to support the Melbourne arm. There will be about 60 guests sailing and already we have support from many boat owners to be involved. Our member Bernie Smith has initiated the contact and we look forward to a fun and active sailing twilight. Boat owners who carry a crew will receive some complimentary beer and wine in appreciation plus the RMYS Sailing Committee will gain some return to invest in sailing and maybe some new members. We will need 7 boats that can carry up to 5 guests, please call Peter Dawson 17 February 2010 NAPIER CUP FEB Spot your new crew and new RMNYS members at the NAPIER CUP Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 17 February 2010 Napier Cup for JUNIOR Sailors of RMYS FEBRUARY 28, 2010 at 1100 The Napier Cup has a long history and has been the launching pad for many RMYS members sailing journey over a life time. The Sailing Committee are organizing to the Napier Cup again in All cadet sailors and any member's children under 21 years are invited to participate. The Napier Cup is raced on keel boats so we need to also get the support of boat owners. For details or if you have any questions please contact the RMYS office or Club Captain Philip Battey All junior members and family members are welcome and we seek boat owners to make their boats available for the event.

13 NOVICE SKIPPERS SUMMER 2010 Feb 28 and March 6, You have to start some where!!!1 Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 17 February 2010 NOVICE SKIPPERS SUMMER 2010 Sunday February 28th Saturday March 6th (same day as the Moomba Cup) A slightly different format to our last series. Race entry is free and open to all Novice skippers Contact Tim Wagland for more information. 23 February 2010 WEDNESDAY Dinner in the HARBOUR ROOM Get the view and have a member s meal after sailing this Wednesday Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 23 February 2010 Have you considered coming down to the club after work and watching the sailors tussle for victory and then join them for a great meal and fun environment après sail? LOOK at the menu and consider your options this Wednesday dinner is from around pm Please call to book, if possible Wednesday ITALIAN THEME MENU FEBRUARY 25, APRES SAILING TWILIGHT DINNER HARBOUR ROOM PRICING

14 Mixed plated $22.00 Or Single serve from one item below $22.00 Vegetarian single serve $19.00 Salad plate $12.00 Bowl of chips $ 6.00 MENU Gigli Pasta with Veal and Oregano Meatballs, shaved Parmesan Chicken Cacciatore Mixed Fish Tomato Ragu (Salmon, Barra, Prawns, calamari) with baby caper, lemon and black olives Arborio rice pilaf Vegetarian Lasagne Salad Bar Caprese Salad Roma Tomatoes, Bocconcini, fresh basil, caper shallot dressing Green Salad Italian style Steamed Green beans with olives and egg garlic aioli 24 February 2010 Channel 10 weather cross MARCH 4 from 4 pm Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 24 February 2010 Mike will be down again with the weather crew to do a cross from RMYS for the news that evening. Sail out early and be seen on the water. Or come down and enjoy the Wed night meal.

15 2 March 2010 Invitation to all RMYS Members, Family & Friends Veolia environment and CUAD Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 2 March 2010 CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY SUNDAY MARCH 7 Invitation to all RMYS Members, Family & Friends THIS SUNDAY CUAD March 7 at RMYS Veolia as a major sponsor of Clean Up Australia Day, invite all RMYS members, family and friends to meet Premier John Brumby and St Kilda football players this Sunday 7 March 2010 at RMYS. Premier John Brumby together with the Minister for Climate Change and Innovation Gavin Jennings, Martin Foley the Member for Albert Park, Lenny Hayes and Farren Raye from the St Kilda Football Club will join Ian Kiernan AO, Chairman and founder of Clean Up Australia Day at RMYS this Sunday 7 March 2010 from am. Royal Melbourne has been chosen as the epicentre of Clean Up Australia Day in 2010 and the club will be teaming with Veolia Environnement, St Kilda Football players, politicians, celebrities and sponsors plus Ranger Roo, the Parks Victoria mascot. Help clean up around your club, kick a footy with football players, shake hands with politicians, get autographs and join us for a free sausage sizzle sponsored by Veolia. As well as the BBQ there will also be hats and t shirts for those who lend a hand. From 10:30 am at RMYS. Registration is essential for us to be able to cater for the hats, t shirts and the BBQ. You can register at the Clean Up Australia website. Follow the prompts through find a site to Pier Road Southern Beach area to register. Or just click this link below and join the site (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.)

16 11 March 2010 Menus for MARCH 12 FRIDAY NIGHT AT RMYS Peter Dawson, Thursday, 11 March 2010 Please consider and make a booking for a meal from the following choices: OLYMPIC BAR: Grilled porterhouse steak with fries and onion sauce, rocket and tomato salad $23.00 Mahi Mahi with garlic prawns, crushed kipfler potatoes and bitter leaves $18.00 Crumbed lamb with nicoise salad, green tomato relish $21.00 Pumpkin and ricotta tortellini with tomato sugo $17.00 Smoked chicken Caesar salad $17.00 Dessert SIDES $6.00 Bowl Chips Salad Seasonal Vegetables all meals served with bread & butter Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/menu/friday 12th.pdf (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Sea food dinner March 26 at RMYS Seafood dinner Peter Dawson, Thursday, 11 March 2010 OLYMPIC BAR SEA FOOD special March 26 Book Early! Click here for FULL MENU (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) OLYMPIC BAR SEA FOOD special March 26 BOOK Early Oysters $3.50 natural and $17 for half dozen Victorian Mussels (a la meuniere) $16.00 Seafood King Prawn Salad with mango lime coriander chilli dressing $18.00

17 Scheszuan Pepper Calamari with black bean sauce $19 Pasta Marinara $28.00 Beef Fillet $27.00 Prawns Béarnaise $34.00 Baby Snapper (whole) with fried caper, tomato, lemon, basil dressing $ March 2010 Menu for the BBC Start Dinner March 19 Late but hey great food Friday NIGHT Peter Dawson, Friday, 19 March 2010 Soy and hoisin braised pork ribs, pickled carrots and corriander salad Beef fillet with confit onions, pearl barley and jus Asian spiced fried snapper fillet, wombok slow Gigli pasta marinara Potato and bastourma salad with Dijon and spring onion salad Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/menu/friday 19th.pdf (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) New bike in the RMYS fleet New PINK bikes in RMYS fleet

18 Peter Dawson, Friday, 19 March 2010 New bikes added to the RMYS fleet for members to use. We have had Rik repair and restore 3 bikes with carry crates. They are bright pink and MUST BE RETURNED when used and STORED CORRECTLY. 25 March 2010 New Coastal Navigation Course announced Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy is conducting a Coastal Navigation Course commencing Thursday 8 th April, 2010 between 7pm and 10pm over six weeks. The guest lecturer for this course is Mr. Stuart Marshall, an experienced yachtsman and the former chief instructor of the Melbourne Sailing School.The course will be conducted at RMYS.Subjects included are: Understanding marine charts, setting courses, use of compasses, methods of position plotting including Global Positioning System, Lights and shapes, Buoyage and IALA systems,essential rules and the Navigator's responsibility and more.there will be a number of practical exercises of navigation throughout the course, using chart AUS 143 (Port Philip) which is supplied to each student. This course is open to the boating public, RMYS members & friends. Please note this course is limited to a maximum of 12 students, so book early. More information and booking forms here Please contact Leigh Brennan Smith on (direct to Training Office at RMYS) or mobile March 2010 Winner of the 5 slabs No not EMU but CUB Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 30 March 2010 We are pleased to announce the winner has been drawn. THE winner is Murray Mc Cutcheon Well done and a big thanks to you all for being in it. We will have more fun in the near future. The raffle raised Nearly $500 which will go toward the equipment for the Race Officers. Well done to all.

19 EASTER BAR HOURS and MENUS option Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 30 March 2010 Easter Trading hours and facilities. Bar hours are as normal Friday from 1700 Saturday from 1100 so feel free to pop on down to RMYS for refreshments. Meals will be provided on Friday and Saturday on a more limited basis as below: A selection of a few hot dishes to be available plus (beef or chicken and vegetarian) Plus your favourite bar snacks of : Nachos Chicken and Prawn Dumplings with dipping sauce Bowls hot chips with SAUCE (why not!!) South Melbourne Dim Sims Enjoy and have a happy easter break. 8 April 2010 Insurance Broker Group major supporters of RMYS IBG supporters of RMYS Peter Dawson, Thursday, 8 April 2010 IBG have come on board a s amjor supporters including AWKR. They have struck a new RMYS Bumper Sticker that will be supplied to you all shortly. In the interim please access the SPECIAL offer available to RMYS members from IBG for your insurance. IBG are working with Nautalius also for Marine Insurance

20 15 April 2010 RMYS Trophy Presentation Night May 28, PRESENTATION NIGHT NOW FULLY BOOKED Peter Dawson, Thursday, 15 April 2010 RMYS Trophy Presentation Night and season celebration FRIDAY MAY FULLY BOOKED and a DJ will be there to make it an AFTER PARTY until 1 am. Presentation Night BIG SEASON CELEBRATION RMYS Special DJ with 70's+ hits pumping on the night plus special catering provided.friday May 28 th until 1 am TOP QUALITY SAILING SUNGLASSES now in the merchandise range Sun glasses that will blow your mind Peter Dawson, Thursday, 15 April 2010 About the brand The Zero RH+ prescription and sport eyewear has been created for fashionable sportspeople who want to make a statement while demanding advanced technology and performance from their eyewear Zero RH+ sports ranges incorporates See Safe photochromatic lenses, scientifically formulated for flexibility and strength. They have been designed with a new way of life in mind a way of life that incorporates freedom of movement, whatever the time or place. The range combines fashionable frames with sporty details for an everyday, active look. Redline range Redline Zerorh+ products are made specifically with sports in mind and use the highest technology available to meet the tough demands of the sportsperson s world with glasses suited specifically to cycling, mountaineering, sailing, golf and other areas. Features and benefits Unique and technical features New technology and high tech materials Refined style and leading design in fashion and sport Grilamid Titanium frame Anatomical removable non slip sports grip end bit See Safe photochromatic lenses: Using NXT Soft technology lenses which are unbreakable and scratch resistant, light, clear and resistant to solvent.

21 Available in photochromatic and polarizing The air bag for your eyes ZEISS lenses Base 9 and 8 lenses The Z engraved on the lens is proof of an important copyright applied to the Zerorh+ product, synonymous with quality Adjustable nose piece Light weight Note: not all models are available with all features. Marketing Advertising Point of Sale Materials Celebrity endorsement including: His Majesty, Prince Albert of Monaco, 2007 Americas Cup winning sailors from Alinghi, Official eyewear of the Saint Tropez Polo club. RRP Price Range $350 $570 Availability August 2009 Origin Italy 22 April 2010 General Members Meeting this coming Wednesday 28th April Come along to the General Members Meeting April 28 at 7 pm in the Harbour Room Jan Fielding, Thursday, 22 April 2010 General Members Meeting this coming Wednesday 28th All members of all categories are invited as usual to the General Members Meeting to be held this Wednesday in the Harbour Room from 1900 hours. The agenda includes: Commodores Review Financial Review Yard and marina St Kilda Safe Harbour Membership Information Sailing Report Detailed Agenda is available at site/yachting/rmys/downloads/membership/agenda April PDF The menu is great and prices even better see it at site/yachting/rmys/downloads/menu/wed dunch menu PDF (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Dinner will be available in the Olympic Bar from 1800 hours but please book early. We extend the lunch menu to dinner between 1800 and 2000 hours. General Members Meeting this coming Wednesday 28th April

22 Presentation Night FRIDAY May 28 NOTE CHANGE OF DATE Dress up and be there... FRIDAY MAY 28th Jan Fielding, Thursday, 22 April 2010 Presentation Night FRIDAY May 28, The Season Presentation Night will be held on Friday May 28, A sumptuous menu and great fun are to be held by all. More details will be sent but for now reserve the date May 28, 2010 for your crew and support team and make up a big table. Social and non sailors should come along to enjoy the pleasure of the evening and get the sailing "competitive" vibe. You can then get on a winner if we hold a calcutta for the next days racing. Contact Jan or Peter in the office for more details. 23 April 2010 Wednesday NIGHT Dinner from 5 pm Wednesday LUNCH and DINNER Jan Fielding, Friday, 23 April 2010 The menu for dinner is available from 1700 so you can have a meal before meetings and straight after sailing plus bar snacks, of course. Wednesday DINNER AND LUNCH Menu for 28th April for before the General Members and SSH meeting. site/yachting/rmys/downloads/menu/wed dunch menu PDF

23 (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Available form 5 pm Please call to let us know if you can as we provide over 50 meals as walk ups and knowing more bookings helps. 28 April 2010 Mothers Day May Mother's Day at RMYS May 9 Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 28 April 2010 May 9th is Mothers Day so what about coming to the Olympic Room for special HIGH TEA from 12 to 4 pm. Plus pasta and soup will also be available during the time period. $15 per plate or why not share a plate? Menu for Mothers Day Chicken Pear & Basil Finger sandwiches x 1 pp Smoked Salmon, cucumber and horseradish aioli finger sandwiches x 1 pp Baby Tea Scones with pure cream and fig jam x 1 pp Mini New York style cheesecakes x 1 pp Naturally the guests can choose either a glass of champagne or a tea or coffee if they like. Please note that a PASTA DISH $15 and SOUP $ 9 will be available as back up for those with a heartier appetite between 12 and 2pm. Numbers are limited and this an extra offering from F&D. Try it out

24 This FRIDAY NIGHT RMYS own PIANO MAN Piano man (Billy RIK) at the NEW MEMBERS this Friday April 30 Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 28 April 2010 New Members' Night for every to come this Friday April 30 in the Olympic Bar Rik the PIANO MAN will be playing for your pleasure Rik is also the man providing the RMYS bicycle fleet and an RMYS member. From around 7.30 to 9pm Please, call and book if possible. We wish this to become a regular happening to create the RMYS MOOD. Dinner TONIGHT before Members Meeting at RMYS COLD OUTSIDE GREAT INDOORS The menu Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 28 April 2010 Forget about the weather and come DOWN to YOUR CLUB after work and join the guys who did not race today because of teh strong winds for a cheap and tasty meal. Curried Pumpkin soup with chive and sour cream $9.00 Grilled Porterhouse steak with garlic butter, chips and Pear and rocket salad $19.00 Prawn and fish pie with mash and salad $18.00 Pasta with Mushroom ragu and shaved parmesen $17.00 Beef burger with onions, tomato, cheese, egg, mayo served with chips $16.00

25 29 April 2010 CYCA SOLAS Sydney Hobart Yacht Race Safety of Life at Sea Trusts Safety at sea Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 April 2010 Members of RMYS are invited to review the attached letter from Matt Allen Chairman of CYCA Solas Limited regarding donations to the trust. Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/sailing/solas_ pdf 3 May 2010 SAILING RESULTS SAT MAY 8 and WED MAY Take One collect Club Marine Range Series Prize 3rd on PHD Peter Dawson, Thursday, 13 May 2010 Please view your results on the site below. We congratulate all the participants and REMIND YOU that there is now Dinner after sailing on Wednesday so come down after work or get your friends to join after a sail and brag a bit! To view results CLICK below: SATURDAY MID WEEK MARINERS

26 6 May 2010 Wednesday DINNER for MAY Wednesday May 12 MENU Peter Dawson, Thursday, 6 May 2010 The AWKR Seminar is on next Wednesday in the Harbour Room. Dinner will be available for participants but please try to book. The meal offering is great value and available to sailors from the afternoon, members on the way home from work having a pit stop and of course those attending the seminars. MENU Cauliflower soup with crispy pancetta and toasted bread $9.00 Caramelised pork belly with asian slaw and rice noodles $19.00 Green curry of fish and prawns with jasmine rice and pickled pineapple $18.00 Braised beef meatballs in tomato sauce and pasta $17.00 Beef burger with onions, tomato, cheese, egg, mayo served with chips $ May 2010 Warning to Boat Owners Removal of all items from the RMYS Marina WARNING TO BOAT OWNERS RMYS Marina May 23, 2010 Peter Dawson, Monday, 10 May 2010 Warning to Boat Owners Removal of all items from the RMYS Marina All items left on the Marina will be removed and disposed of during the Squadron working bee on 23 May, including electrical cords, boat parts and fittings, but not fixed lockers/boxes. If you have a particular requirement for an item to remain stored on the Marina. Please contact Kevin Barron before the working bee at The Barrons [a_kbarron@optusnet.com.au]or phone

27 13 May 2010 AWKR Lecture May 19th UPWIND SAIL TRIM SAIL UP WIND TO WIN Peter Dawson, Thursday, 13 May 2010 John Chatham will present a special lecture on Up Wind Sail Trim from 7 pm DINNER is available from 5.00 pm until 8 pm Support the AWKR program and also enjoy a night out CLICK HERE TO SEE WEDNESDAYS MENU (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/wkr/lectures 2010 may.pdf /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/menu/wednesday bar menu pdf (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) RED SHIELD APPEAL RMYS members are asked for support RED SHIELD APPEAL Peter Dawson, Thursday, 13 May 2010 Dear friends, On Sunday 30 th May, you can make a real difference. It has been cold this week

28 However imagine if you will, what it is like to survive winter without shelter and warmth Living in a violent environment with nowhere to go or no one to help Spending your childhood abused both physically and emotionally Being hungry with no food Surviving the tragedy of bushfires and on and on and on With your help, The Salvation Army will always be there extending a hand to Australians in crisis. If you can please possibly spare the matter of only a couple of hours from 10am, you ll be rewarded in the knowledge that you ll be personally helping The Salvation Army to continue the care of Australians in each and every crisis. To find out more, please contact Barry Scott at barrylindyscott@c031.aone.net.au or call on We would be ever so grateful for your assistance. Thanking you in advance for your kindness, and for taking the time to consider making that real difference. Warmest wishes to all, Barry Scott Other Links SALVATION ARMY Main site 15 May 2010 WORKING BEE Sunday 22nd 1000 hrs Peter Dawson, Thursday, 19 May 2011 Your Squadron Needs You Attend the Squadron Working Bee on Sunday 22nd May and save paying the levy while helping to keep our Club rooms, marina and yard in working order. Please roll up about 1000 HRS sign the register and give a few hours of your time. We would much rather have your work than your levy!

29 The Convenor of this event will be David Connolly. Please contact RMYS Manager Peter Dawson for more information 18 May 2010 Dinner MENU FRIDAY MAY Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 18 May 2010 OLYMPIC BAR Grilled Porterhouse Steak with roast beetroot, baby carrots and parsnip $23.00 Grilled fish, vegetable terrine, fetta and roast pumpkin $18.00 Beef goulash, steamed rice and green peas $19.00 Penne, with marinated veg and Napoli sauce $17 Smoked chicken salad with boiled egg and seeded mustard dressing $16 Steak Sandwich with fries and salad $16 Sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce $12.00 all meals served with bread & butter SIDES $6.00Bowl Chips,Salad or Seasonal Vegetables Click here to see the MENU (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/menu/friday Dinner menu pdf (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.)

30 19 May 2010 HAPPY HOUR EVERYDAY! Jamie Spurr, Wednesday, 19 May 2010 From the 1st of June we are offering Happy Hour everyday from 6 7pm Foodanddesire through Jamie and Paul have extended happy hour even to Monday and Tuesday so come on down and use your club and enjoy. Other Links Happy Hour EVERY DAY from June 1 CHIKARA OUTLAW WINS the ORCV PHD Series Chikara Outlaw crew celebrate their win Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 19 May 2010 The team on Outlaw won the ORCV Ocean Racing Series series PHD Jo, Billy and Stu with the whole crew did a great job and the position was tightly contested by BEYOND OUTRAGEOUS with Tony Warren and crew who came in second. Our congrtaulations and thanks go out to all boats and crews representing RMYS and wish all of you every success and enjoyment in the future.

31 VALE Mr Michael 'Grabba' Grabowsky 25 year member Jan Fielding, Thursday, 19 May 2011 After a long illness, RMYS member Michael Grabowsky passed away on Thursday 5 May Affectionately known as 'Grabba', Michael was a 25 year member of the Squadron, a keen yacht racer both offshore and on the Bay and the owner of the 26 ft Endeavour yacht NUEVO S201. In addition to his talents as a sailor, Michael was known for his professional musical ability, willingness to assist RMYS members with long distance boat deliveries and his devotion to animals, particularly "Billie." Michael s funeral was held in the Harbour Room at RMYS on Monday 16 May 2011 at 2pm. 20 May 2010 RMYS Racing Results Peter Dawson, Thursday, 20 May 2010 The results are posted on the site at the links in the page detail. OPEN THE PAGE TO SEE THE LINKS

32 Congratulations to all the ORCV Ocean Series sailors and the Saturday and Mid Week Mariners racing crews. Please go to the links. Click here for the RMYS J H Mc Donald Saturday Racing Click here for the MID WEEK MARINERS Wednesday May 19 Click here for the ORCV Results (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) RMYS SAILING 6 WEEKS AHEAD Peter Dawson, Thursday, 20 May /06/ /06/ /06/2010 Australian Women Keelboat Regatta 16/06/2010 Midweek Mariners Series II Race 2 19/06/2010 UNIPRO JH Mc Donald series Race 3 20/06/2010 Frostbite Regatta 23/06/2010 Midweek Mariners Series II Race 3 26/06/2010 Inside Edge Focus Winter Series Race 3 30/06/2010 Midweek Mariners Series II Race 4 03/07/2010 UNIPRO JH Mc Donald Series II Race 4 07/07/2010 RMYS Mid Week Mariners Series 1 race 5 10/07/2010 Inside Edge Focus Winter Series Race 4 14/07/2010 RMYS Mid Week Mariners Series 1 race 5 17/07/2010 UNIPRO JH Mc Donald Series II Race 5 21/07/2010 RMYS Mid Week Mariners Series 1 race 6 24/07/2010 Inside Edge Focus Winter Series Race 5 Click here to view the full RMYS Calendar Other Links RMYS Calendar on the web site

33 RMYS FULL SAILING Calendar (Note: The links were removed as the pages were no longer available.) RMYS Winter Raffle NOW SELLING RMYS Winter Raffle NOW SELLING Peter Dawson, Thursday, 20 May 2010 RMYS Raffle $5 per ticket NOW SELLING All members have been a form to request you take on the sale or purchase tickets. Please send your response. Ticket sales commence May 7 and the draw will be at the RMYS Ball August 7, Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/events /RMYS Whitsunday poster pdf 25 May 2010 Weather or ANY MUG CAN SAIL WHEN THERE IS WIND WED MAY 26 at 7 PM Dinner available Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 25 May 2010 RMYS Members and AWKR participants come along this Wed. Robin Hewitt will be presenting a seminar on THE WEATHER. This will be crucial to every ones performance and the information that Robin will

34 provide will be invaluable. Melbourne's weather and Port Phillip are UNPREDICTABLE so take the opportunity to gain some insight. 7 pm with great value meals available from 6 pm AWKR Lecture Series 2010 Robin Hewitt Weather or Any mug can sail a boat when there s wind Wednesday 26 May pm Harbour Room Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron Robin Hewitt approaches the weather very scientifically, like his sailing. Everything has a logic to it, even weather, he says. As a former civil engineer and now a plant researcher and geneticist, he applies the scientific method to his sport. It s that aspect of sailing of preparation, he says. People focus on going fast but I like to use my grey matter. Over the four decades he s been sailing he has constantly watched and analysed the weather. He sees the weather moving through cycles, a concept he discovered when he started studying the weather for a Melbourne to Osaka (Japan) trip. A veteran of over 200 ocean races, 28 Melbourne to Hobarts and numerous international races, Robin says people never grasp everything at a course or lecture. You need to observe the weather or experience it and recall what you heard. As recreational sailors it may take years before we experience those exact conditions at sea. He aims his talk at the beginner level and trusts that those with some knowledge will gain more insight. I ll be aiming this talk at the time of year and the regatta specifically. At Queen s Birthday you either get all wind or nothing. So I ll go into the weather conditions and local effects. Although he doesn t believe in climate change, while out in his 50 foot cruiser Yoko he has noticed changes in Port Phillip that he attributes to the city s development to the west. So if you want the inside word on the weather in Port Phillip over Queens Birthday weekend, come along to hear Robin this Wednesday. Everyone is welcome to this Guest Lecture so come along and bring your crew! No bookings required and it s FREE! Look out for next Wednesday s lecture by Christian Stewart on FITNESS AND NUTRITION. Click here for info about IBG Insurance and AWKR

35 Click for info about ZERO sunglasses and AWKR Other Links ROBIN HEWITTS presents the Weather at RMYS PRESENTATION NIGHT THIS FRIDAY 6.30 START DRESS CODE, DJ and Olympic Room Bar Presentation Night Starts at 6.30 with pre dinner drinks and canapes Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 25 May 2010 The night is booked out and looking like being a great time with the DJ set to party until late. Please assist us with the dress code namely jacket and tie for the boys and for the ladies after 5 outfits The Olympic bar closes at 8 PM for all others and there are no meals this Friday All beverages after the PRE DINNER time are at bar prices WHO WILL BE THE WINNERS ON SATURDAY...RACE DAY????? 26 May 2010 TROUBLESHOOTERS ONE SIZE DOES NOT FIT ALL TROUBLE SHOOTERS Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 26 May 2010 Chris Mazzotta, a senior member and sponsor of RMYS.

36 NEED CONSTRUCTION PERSONNEL? When it comes to construction personnel, one size does not fit all. The team at Troubleshooters Available will ensure that obtaining the right personnel for your projects is straight forward and hassle free. We have construction personnel available with experience and proven performance in all areas of construction and building commercial, industrial, civil through to domestic. Regardless of the size of your project we can and will happily provide you with the resources you require. We ve been providing our clients with this service for over 35 years and pride ourselves on getting it right the first time! Please don t hesitate to call if you need assistance 24 hours 7 days. RMYS Members will receive a discount of 4% on ALL services. info@troubleshooters.com.au Web: 33a Chester Street Oakleigh Vic 3166 Other Links Visit TROUBLE SHOOTERS web site /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/sponsors/trouble SHOOTERS.PDF 27 May 2010 WORKING BEE REPORT MAY Working bee emergency exit and marina ladders

37 Peter Dawson, Thursday, 27 May 2010 Last Sunday thirty members turned out on a magnificent sunny day to help maintain and restore the Squadron's facilities. Much was achieved, including a major clean up of the Marina (with apologies to those members who thought there had been thieves at work) Much scraping and sanding on the rooftop metal balustrades, in preparation for painting repairs to the changeroom lockers, and a paint job for the traverse pit barriers. It was great to share in the camaraderie and enthusiasm of all involved and on behalf of the General Committee I thank and congratulate all concerned. Please note that the NEW EMERGENCY RELEASE BUTTONS have been installed in the yard and NEW LADDERS are in place on the marina for safety. Kevin Barron RMYS TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATIONS before JUNE 30, New RMYS Junior Sailing Program Peter Dawson, Thursday, 27 May 2010 Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron has implemented a program to expand and improve its Junior 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

38 donation. Many generous RMYS members have previously utilised the tax deductible benefits of the Australian Sports Foundation to support our junior sailors and the invitation is extended for the 2009/2010 tax year and beyond to June Here is how it works: Please click here for a donation form 1. Step One A person or business may donate money unconditionally to the ASF and may indicate the RMYS project as the preferred beneficiary. Donations of $2 or over are tax deductible and donors are issued with a receipt from the ASF. We can provide you with the requisite ASF donation form. 2. Step Two As a registered project organisation, RMYS is then eligible to receive ASF grants which will then be used to purchase boats and equipment. Donations in excess of $ will receive formal acknowledgement on a new Donation Support Honour Board to be placed at RMYS. How May My Donation Be Used? The table below provides an indication of the equipment purchases that RMYS is considering. EQUIPMENT Dinghy Sails Cadet Style Bermudan Sailing Rig & Mast Wing Tanks for Stability Laser Sailing Rigs Laser Trailer New Boat; Laser Dinghy Second hand Boat Headsail, main and spinnaker valued at $1,000 a set Suitable for cadet sailing valued at $2,000 each Suitable to purchase for a cadet style dinghy valued at $2,000 each Laser brand 4.7 sailing rigs and mast suitable for youth sailing. Valued at $1,000 each. Suitable for 4.7 laser with 13 inch wheels. $1,875 new. 4.7 size laser suitable for youth sailing. Complete with sails (valued at $9,135). $5,000 second hand including sails. Laser 4.7 The Future

39 RMYS has a great location, close to many schools and the CBD, with a safe beach and launch ramp for sail training. In fact, our harbour is ideal as a junior training venue within a break watered environment. We have a large club house offering hot showers, change facilities and a lecture room, all ideal for junior training. Our plans coincide with the release of the Commonwealth Government Crawford Report encouraging involvement in sport at a grass roots level and an emphasis on encouraging juniors to participate in outdoor physical activity. Yachting Victoria continues to receive Victorian Government funding and this is released back into Victorian Yacht Clubs to train more club volunteers, race officers and new instructors. A number of RMYS members have already benefited from the subsidised training and this will provide dividends to RMYS through more trained volunteers to promote racing and involvement of Juniors and members of the community. Timing In order to ensure that your voluntary donation is accepted in this financial year, please fill in the attached donation form including your credit card details or your cheque made out to Australian Sports Foundation and send to RMYS no later than June18, The Australian Sports Foundation will then issue a receipt for your tax deductible donation. Please click here for the COMPLETE DETAILS Other Links ASF TAX DEDUCTIBLE DONATION Return by June 18, 2010 to process this year SAILING RESULTS FOR SATURDAY 22nd and Wednesday 26th May Chickara Outlaw wins the BIG WHEEL from ORCV Peter Dawson, Thursday, 27 May 2010 Please view your results by clicking on the links in the news page. Click on the heading to open the news page. We congratulate all the participants and REMIND YOU that there is now Dinner after sailing on Wednesday so come down after work or get your friends to join after a sail and brag a bit! MID WEEK MARINERS Series 1

40 INSIDE EDGE Focus series WINTER COMBINED FOR CREW WANTED AND CREW AVAILABLE DETAILS Click here 28 May 2010 RMYS Annual Report as at March 31, Annual Report Peter Dawson, Friday, 28 May 2010 The financial results and reports by the Auditor, Honorary Treasurer and Flag Officers have been published in the attached document. A hard copy is available upon request or please down load at the link below. Jan@rmys.com.au or call the office for a hard copy of the Annual Report. Other Links RMYS Annual Report for Financial Year March 31, June 2010 Rebecca Badenoch Across the board supporting women! Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 1 June 2010 Rebecca Badenoch does not hesitate when asked why she is sponsoring the Australian Womens Keelboat Regatta. Because it is promoting women, she says. 'And it is for the two women (Anne Marie Pope and Tracy Luke) who died in the Excalibur incident.

41 Rebecca Badenoch Across the board supporting women! Rebecca Badenoch doesn t hesitate when asked why she is sponsoring the Australian Women s Keelboat Regatta. Because it s promoting women, she says. And it s for the two women (Anne Marie Pope and Tracy Luke) who died in the Excalibur incident. When the Excalibur sank in 2002 there was a lot of talk about how to commemorate the lives of the two women sailors who were lost. "It was decided to name a trophy in their honour, and I was very keen to support it, says Rebecca, who continues to sponsor the AWKR IRC trophy in memory of Anne Marie and Tracy. Rebecca is passionate about supporting and promoting women. Sailing is a very male dominated sport. It s important to promote women. She notes that the men involved in AWKR have to be very generous, kind and supportive as they are lending their boats. If women can prove they are equal and up to it, more and more will get into sailing and own their own boats. As reigning champion crew of Top Gun, which won the AMS, IRC and PHD series last year and the AMS and IRC in 2008, Rebecca admits it is fantastic to win, but says it is not crucial. Although she is not crewing with Top Gun this year, she is in the Chikara Chicks Escape crew competing on Escape. For a woman who took up sailing only six years ago, she has come a long way. AWKR Lecture Series 2010 Wednesday 2 June Build yourself up to win! Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 1 June 2010 Christian Stewart Fitness and Nutrition for Sailing 7pm Harbour Room Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron Christian Stewart is doing his part to help sailors stay fit and energetic right to the end of the last race. My role as a trainer is to improve peoples nutrition and fitness, he says, with commendable succinctness. It s a topic people don t know much about in sailing so I do some fine tuning. Christian has been a trainer for 17 years, writes for Australian Yachting Magazine, manages the Royal Brighton Yacht Club gym and takes lectures and courses. He is going to share some tips on food, drink and fitness before and during the regatta and will encourage his audience to do some sailing specific exercises to prevent injury.

42 If you keep eating and keep hydrated you won t get so fatigued and you ll recover faster, says Christian. He himself has experimented with different ways of eating and drinking on long trips and has special race diets for the days leading up to the big event. Christian has done several yacht deliveries up the coast, sails in Port Phillip and on land, runs a 100km marathon each year up through the Dandenongs. He has recently been asked to set up high performance fitness training at the soon to be completed centre in Richmond. Christian admits that sometimes his audiences are challenging. They say I ve done 9 Sydney to Hobarts and I race through the year. So what if I m 35kg overweight? It hasn t stopped me so far. All I can do is point out the risks of being overweight, like diabetes. Did you know 5 Aussie men die every hour from cardio vascular (heart) disease? Christian s experience and advice can help sailors avoid back injuries ( I reckon about 95% probably have a bad back ) and shoulder injuries, often set off by the rapid change from sitting for periods in the cold then jumping up and winching or hauling at top speed. He says dehydration is another big issue. On longer trips he uses a camel back water system so he can drink water even when he can t make it down to the galley. I can give people a diet in the week leading up to the race, what to eat the night before, what to have for breakfast and what to shove in your pocket so you can keep munching and drinking as you race. Food, drink and fitness. They could mean the difference between crossing the line first and losing steam long before the end. Everyone is welcome to this Guest Lecture so come along and bring your crew! No bookings required and it s FREE! Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/menu/wednesday bar menu ppt (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Wednesday LUNCH and DINNER Menu June 2, 2010 Lunch and dinner Wednesday ALL WELCOME

43 Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 1 June 2010 Roast Carrot & Cumin Soup with smoked chicken & harissa yoghurt $9.00 Grilled minute steak with baked mushrooms, onion jam& wine$19.00 Fish of the day with ratatoiulle and persillade $18.00 Vegetarian pasta bake with aged parmesan $17.00 Beef burger with onions, tomato, cheese, egg, mayo served with chips $16.00 Click here to see the detailed menu (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) 3 June 2010 SAILING RESULTS May 29 and June 2, Racing Results May 30 June 2 Peter Dawson, Thursday, 3 June 2010 Please go to the links below to check how you went! FOR CREW WANTED AND CREW AVAILABLE DETAILS Click here Chardonnay and Long Shot are keen for new crew so please contact them through the link above

44 PRESENTATION NIGHT 2010 A ROCKING AFFAIR Rocking Affair at Presentation Night Peter Dawson, Thursday, 3 June 2010 Last Friday the Squadron held its annual Presentation night. Club Captain Phillip Battey, as Master of Ceremony, maintained a tight ship and kept the night moving. Over forty trophies were presented and a DJ provided music for dancing PresentationNight PresentationNightThe Harbour Room was full of members and guests for this year s Presentation night. The shift to Friday night did not sway the 187 who attended and the Squadron welcomed Commodores and representatives from seven kindred clubs across the bay. Councillor Serge Thomann and Yachting Victoria CEO Ross Kilborn accompanied me in presenting trophies to the successful skippers and crew. Sonja Bertotto from Parks Victoria and guest Simon joined us in what was a very successful and enjoyable evening. Our rendition of the National Anthem, without accompanying music, placed the Squadron as a serious contender for the next series of Idol. Commodore John Spencer from Royal Brighton Yacht Club delivered the Commodore s reply and threw down the gauntlet for the up and coming annual Frostbite Challenge. Members danced the night away with music from the 50 s, 60 s and 70 s. Jane and I found ourselves wondering how did it get to be 2am as we, along with Phil and Coco, left the building. Many thanks: to Phil Battey who kept us to a tight ship as MC; to those members and Tim Wagland who polished and prepared the trophies; to the organisers for a successful night; and to food&desire for delivering a professional service. A special thanks to Jan Hurst who had to juggle members seating requests for the oversubscribed event. Finally, congratulations to those skippers and their crews who enjoyed the competition and were successful in the Squadron s extensive sailing program. A list of the winners is listed below. TROPHY BOAT SKIPPER Eric Wareing Trophy S262 Astarte David Kelly Justine Trophy S26 Ceilidh Lass Andrew Johnson J.H. McDonald Trophy S26 Ceilidh Lass Andrew Johnson Inside Edge Winter Spinnaker Series S2 Silk Ken Simpson

45 Lodders Trophy S8640 Matador Murray McCutcheon Edward Lumley Trophy S8640 Matador Murray McCutcheon W.T.Crosbie Trophy S8640 Matador Murray McCutcheon Twilight Spinnaker Series I S8640 Matador Murray McCutcheon Twilight Spinnaker Series II S8640 Matador Murray McCutcheon Charles Marshall Trophy S16 Addiction Peter Davison/Richard McGarvie Bert Watts Trophy S16 Addiction Peter Davison/Richard McGarvie Doc Bennell Trophy S16 Addiction Peter Davison/Richard McGarvie Dick Lean Trophy S16 Addiction Peter Davison/Richard McGarvie International Cup S16 Addiction Peter Davison/Richard McGarvie Measurement Trophy AMS S16 Addiction Peter Davison/Richard McGarvie Veolia LA Nangle Trophy S55 Avanale Philip Battey Moomba Cup S55 Avanale Philip Battey Squadron Trophy S37 Beyond Outrageous Tony Warren Ruth Nangle Trophy S37 Beyond Outrageous Tony Warren Measurement Trophy IRC S191 Salamander III Chris Jones Cummins Cup Division 2 S191 Salamander III Chris Jones Squadron Cup Navigator Trophy S6 Bushido Peter Chapman Cactus Cup S101 Chardonnay Kevin Barron Big Bay Challenge Measurement SystemS101 Chardonnay Kevin Barron Jo Johanessen Trophy S64 Charlotte Ross Flood Ranee Trophy S910 Cloud Nine David Casley Services Shield S947 Espresso Ian Hughes Squadron Plate S390 Jazz Player Andrew Lawrence Cummins Cup Division 1 S390 Jazz Player Andrew Lawrence Agar Wynne Trophy S250 Koa Atea Wilhelm Nienhaus Cummins Cup Division 3 S250 Koa Atea Wilhelm Nienhaus Jennifer Goldsmith Trophy S191 Salamander III Monica Jones

46 Jeanette Turnbull Trophy S1902 Seaya Jim Holroyd Squadron Cup S70 Hotshot Terry Swalwell Percy Damman Cup S197 Take Five Jurgen Pfeiffer Jan Marshall S8000 Mood Indigo Colin McGregor/Keith Chatto Harry Anderson Trophy S197 Take Five Jurgen Pfeiffer Grace Trophy S197 Take Five Jurgen Pfeiffer Major Morkham Trophy S191 Salamander III Chris Jones Keith McGregor Trophy S191 Salamander III Chris Jones Alice Victoria Cup S191 Salamander III Chris Jones MMI Trophy S14 Gienah Rod Miller Cheel Cup S8649 Matador Murray McCutcheon Mrs Charles Marshall Trophy S8649 Matador Murray McCutcheon Stuart Tait Commodore Party Time Presentation2 Presentation3 Presentation Night May

47 Presentation3 Presentation3 Presentation3 Presentation3 jim and Lyn Mike and Jan RMYS VOLUNTEERS WANTED RMYS Volunteers WANTED Peter Dawson, Thursday, 3 June 2010 Please contact Tim Wagland regarding great opportunities for members and their friends to become volunteers in the following areas Race Administration Boat Operations Course laying Tower and communication duties Training and certified YA courses are provided so hop in and help!

48 7 June 2010 AWKR WEEKEND LOCKER ROOM CHANGES CHANGE OVER OF LOCKERS FOR AWKR Peter Dawson, Monday, 7 June 2010 Please be aware that the MALE LOCKER ROOMS will be used by the AWKR FEMALE participants this weekend (FRIDAY to MONDAY) to provided the space required for 200 entrants. Male volunteers and members will have access to the FEMALE Locker area for showers and changing. If at any time you need access to your locker please contact an AWKR organiser. 9 June 2010 SWISS THEME DINNER with GUEST SINGER PIXIE JONES this Friday the 18th June THIS FRIDAY NIGHT SPECIAL Jamie Spurr, Wednesday, 9 June 2010 food&desire would like to welcome everyone to the Olympic bar on Friday the 18th of June for a dinner featuring amazing food with a Swiss theme.

49 There are 20 places left and at $30 per head and with with music from PIXIE JONES it will be great fun. Buffet dinner with 5 mains to sample, dessert and a glass of Gluhwein (mulled wine) all for $30 per head. There will be some wild music for your fun SWISS NIGHT MENU plus PIXIE ROSE of the Nymphs will be singing. Click here more about PIXIE $30 per head for buffet with 5 mains, dessert and gluhwien Rainbow Trout with potato and thyme rosti, fendant wine beurre blanc, petite herb salad Pork and cabbage sausage with braised leeks and spuds with swiss mustard Petite raclette of cheese over bacon potatoes, gherkins Caramelised kassler with coleslaw and chestnuts Winter mushroom ragout with grilled polenta and witlof salad CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN with fruits Bread and butter ALL FOR $30 a head and a fun night 10 June 2010 MENU FRIDAY JUNE 11th, FRIDAY NIGHT MENU Great value meal Jan Fielding, Thursday, 10 June 2010 OLYMPIC BAR Porterhouse with red wine jus, baby cos and chips $23.00 Grilled Barramundi with buttered beans and bitter leaf salad $18.00 Braised lamb shoulder with sweet potato mash and relish $19.00 Rigatoni tossed with grilled mediterranean vegetables and crumbed fetta $17

50 Smoked chicken caesar $16 Steak Sandwich with fries and salad $16 Banana, rum and raisin pudding $12.00 SIDES: Bowl Chips, Salad, Seasonal Vegetables $6.00 All meals served with bread & butter Other Links Menu June 11th, 2010 AROUND AUSTRALIA IN 50 DAYS a new adventure to follow SOS Ocean Racing Jan Fielding, Thursday, 10 June 2010 So Jessica is back and some of you may be experiencing a little withdrawal from the vicarious excitement of following her blog during her long solo trip. Well here is a new adventurer to follow! Ian Thompson is aiming to sail around Australia solo in 50 days to raise awareness of the damage plastic bags are causing the environment. Ian Thomson is aiming to break the record for sailing around Australia solo. Ian aimed to make the journey in his custom built Wellbourne 12m in 50 days. The current record for the 6500 nm trip is 68 days 8 hours and 30 minutes set by David Beard aboard his 35ft Skaffie II. Ian is setting out to do more than break a record. SOS Ocean Racing is about raising awareness of the damage plastic bags do to our environment. Ian s mission is to make Australians think before they use plastic bags, to reduce the usage if they can, if they can't, to reuse and eventually recycle. Ian departed Airlie Beach on May 5 th heading north and by the time you read this should be rounding Tasmania. His boat SOS Ocean Racing was built in 2007 for the Melbourne to Osaka yacht race. It only weighs 4.5 tonnes, is a very sparse true racing boat with a carbon rig, and was designed as a downwind flyer. Follow Ian s journey on his excellent website which provides interactive maps, blogs and live broadcasts. (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) And some facts on plastic bags from the website: Australia uses 6.9 billion plastic bags a year of which 3.6 billion are plastic shopping bags. Only 10% of Australians take their plastic bags for recycling

51 The #1 man made object that sailors see in our ocean are plastic bags. 100,000 marine creatures a year die from plastic entanglement Approximately 1 million sea birds also die from plastic. If each Australian family used 1 less plastic bag each week that would be 253 million bags less a year. Maybe you can use Ian s inspiration to think about the next plastic bag you use. Other Links Follow Ian's Journey (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) THIS WEEKEND BREAKFAST LUNCH and TEA Breakfast, lunch and tea!! Peter Dawson, Thursday, 10 June 2010 It's all happening this weekend for the AWKR. All Members are invited to be part of this great event, come down for a fully cooked Breakfast from 8am Select Lunch from the F&D Bar Menu rolls & snacks Dinner is available each night of the regatta in the Olympic Room Enjoy this expanded offering from F&D MARCUS SEIGNE ARRIVES IN IRELAND Marcus arrives in Ireland

52 Jan Fielding, Thursday, 10 June 2010 Marcus said he had never intended to spend four years travelling the world but it just happened. â œi never meant to go to South America, it was only because the dentist delayed me, he said. â œand I never meant really to go to Australia except a friend down there kept on asking me to come on down. He started his final leg of the journey home when he left Bluff, New Zealand, in March and has sailed more than 25,000km since then. His only human contact was when the Brazilian navy came to his rescue to help fix his damaged mast. MANY PEOPLE claim to have predicted the recession but not many decided to sell up and leave the country until the worst was over. Businessman Marcus Seigne said he saw the writing on the wall in 2006 and decided to sell his IT businesses and take to the seas until things calmed down here. The solo yachtsman spent the past four years sailing around the world and arrived back in Dublin yesterday, having circumnavigated the globe and visited 12 countries. During that time he was hit by lightning and survived numerous storms, mechanical failures and bureaucratic mix ups. The 47 year old solo yachtsman from Wicklow conducted the feat in his boat Fuller Spirit, a 42 foot single mast yacht. He began the voyage in July, 2006, having sold his businesses and other assets. I said I m going to take a year s break because this whole country has turned to a new religion money, he said. We all lost our heads and I didn t like it and the writing was on the wall saying that we were in big trouble. After a year, he decided to keep going as he was enjoying sailing around the Mediterranean. He stopped off in Turkey to see a dentist and, three root canal jobs later, he decided to head for Brazil. I tossed across the Atlantic and arrived in Brazil for carnival. Brilliant, absolutely brilliant. Loved Brazil, he said. The bedraggled yacht sailed under Dublin s East Link Bridge yesterday and will be moored at the Royal Irish Yacht Club in Dún Laoghaire. He said it had performed very well, given that it was known as a Mediterranean picnic boat. It was designed for having picnics on the Mediterranean and it s not meant to be going down on the southern seas or crossing oceans, he said. The boat s in a little bit of trouble just at the minute. I had to nurse it for the last 5,000 miles, he said. But the trick about this long distance sailing is not about gaining ground. What it s about is keeping your boat working and in good condition and if you keep your boat safe, your boat will keep you safe. He said he hoped he was returning to a more caring Ireland. I m hoping now that after the big crash we ll all start being human again and we ll all be helping each other and turning into good old Irish folk again, having a pint and helping your neighbour.

53 His mother Phyllis was determined not to miss his homecoming but was nursing a fractured ankle in hospital so her daughter Elizabeth unofficially discharged her for the event. They caught up with me by telephone but I wouldn t have missed it, his mother said. It s a mental as well as a physical achievement because you are only relying on yourself against the elements. AWKR BRIEFING 11TH JUNE, BRIEFING YOU KNOW WHY? Jan Fielding, Thursday, 10 June 2010 The AWKR briefing will commence at 6.30pm on Friday 11th June 2010 in the Harbour Room. Linda Goldsmith is the Master of Ceremonies for the night. Amanda Wakeham is the Race Office for AWKR, Amanda will be discussing the Sailing Instructions and how she will be conducting the race. Brian McDermott will discuss Handicaps. DINNER IS AVAILABLE FROM 6 pm BOOK or get in early! AWKR THIS COMING WEEKEND AWKR RACING Peter Dawson, Thursday, 10 June 2010 Twenty one boats, 168 individual competitors from Victoria, South Australia and Queensland, all at RMYS this coming weekend for the Australian Women Keelboat Regatta. It is the most significant Regatta of it's type in Australia. Racing starts at 1000hours on Saturday 12 June 2010 and continues with six races over the long weekend. Come along and cheer on your friends and Club mates. Join us this weekend at RMYS for the racing, the excitement and the fun. Look here for the AWKR recent news release

54 11 June 2010 AWKR REPORT FROM THE WATER FLAT OUT AT AWKR!!!! Peter Dawson, Friday, 11 June 2010 Updates from the Committee Boat. See the news page detail for the copy. Clich here to go to the detailed results Monday On the water at 9am, glorious Melbourne winter day with sun shining and light breeze. A high pressure over Victoria generally signifies light North wind. Under AP flag, no wind at 10am, at 10: knts from NE still under AP. Competitors are enjoying some light entertainment. At 11am 0.9 knots, still under AP. Looking for 12:30 start, wind West approx 3/4 knots. Lovely sunny morning. Race start 12:30, Reckless first away with Mrs Overnewton, Tigris and Silk both late starters. Best wind straight up the course, light on the South side. Summary of Day 2 We were greeted on Day 2 of the AWKR with light winds predominately from the South West at 6/10 knots. The first race was conducted in ideal conditions with flat water and fair breeze. The wind oscillated 5/10 degrees during both races with successful competitors tacking on these shifts. Great racing in both races with one on one competition between Silk and Tigris. A port/starboard incident in Race 5 at the top mark between Nouannie and Astroboy saw Astroboy disqualified after protest. Progressive Series Results AMS: Top Gun, Hyperactive and Salamander

55 IRC: Top Gun, Espresso and Salmander PHS: Nouannie, Tigris and Silk Summary Day One With lighter wind predicted for Sunday and Monday, Race Officer Amanda Wakeham decided to run three races to ensure we had sufficient races for a regatta. Wind conditions during the day varied between 8 and 16 knots swinging between West and South West. The Series position after the first 3 races were: IRC: Top Gun (4), Espresso (7) and Salamander (7) AMS: Top Gun (4), Hyperactive (5) and Salamander (11) Performance: Outlaw (24.5), Ingenue (26)and Mood Indigo (29) 13 June 2010 VALE Ray Lord Peter Dawson, Sunday, 13 June 2010 We regretfully advise that Ray Lord passed away peacefully on Sunday 13th June. Ray had been a member since We extend our deepest sympathies to the Lord family Details of the service are listed below. Funeral arrangements: W.D. Rose 139 Marriage Road Brighton (cnr Nepean Highway) Monday 21st June, 2010 at 1400 hours.

56 Ray Lord 14 June 2010 THE FROSTBITE REGATTA RMYS to retain the trophy! Jan Fielding, Monday, 14 June 2010 The annual Frostbite challenge will be held at Royal Brighton Yacht this Sunday 20th June from 0900hrs and will be raced in Sabots by both Senior members and Junior members of both clubs. Come along and watch and support Stuart and Linda and other members of your Committee race Sabots and win the prestigious FROSTBITE TROPHY. A bit of history of 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 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.)

57 15 June 2010 AWKR RACE VOLUNTEERS RMYS Volunteers Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 15 June 2010 By all accounts the AWKR was well organised and the racing was conducted in a professional manner. While credit goes rightfully to Amanda Wakeham as Principal Race Officer, the crew who supported her need to be mentioned and thanked. Congratulations to all who gave up their long weekend to support the Australian Women s Keelboat Regatta. Firstly, to Janina and her team of organisers, well done! To organize the regatta and the weather takes exceptional talent. The benchmark has well and truly been set by the AWKR on good management of a regatta. All of the competitors I spoke to commented on the professionalism of the race organisation. Armanda Wakeham, ably support by Dennis Livingston and Geoff Searle, in her role as PMO, oversaw the team of race volunteers and we should be proud of the way RMYS members and guests got behind the regatta. On behalf of RMYS I would like to thank Alistair Hart, Tom Ely, Ross Flood, David Hughes, Brian McDermott, George Shaw (ORCV Commodore), Peter Chapman, Greg (HYC), Ian Guyatt, Kathy Howe, John Cotterell, Daniel McCutcheon and Marc Tracy. I also know that there was great support from the likes of Jeff Whiteside, Stuart Addison, Andrew Johnson (photographs), Mark Lawrence, Bill Trueman and the sailing committee. And finally, Tim Wagland was on duty all weekend as well as Jan Hurst in the office. If I missed anybody, many apologies, but again, thanks to all of you who supported the 20 th AWKR. Stuart Tait Commodore

58 16 June 2010 AUSTRALIAN WOMENS' KEELBOAT REGATTA Making a celebration of 20 years Gai and Sarah Clough celebrating Gai's magnificent event. John Curnow, Newcastle, Wednesday, 16 June 2010 The twentieth Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) on Melbourne's Port Phillip, was the perfect time to recognise the efforts of the event's Founder, Gai Clough. At a packed presentation night on Monday, June 14, she received the AWKR 20th Anniversary Special Achievement Award. Australian Women s Keelboat Regatta Making a celebration of 20 years. The twentieth Australian Women s Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) on Melbourne s Port Phillip, was the perfect time to recognise the efforts of the event s Founder, Gai Clough. At a packed presentation night on Monday, June 14, she received the AWKR 20th Anniversary Special Achievement Award. After being recognised for all her efforts over the years, Gai had this to say, I m just so thrilled that my baby has grown to be such a huge event. (Please excuse the size of the photo on the front page but formatting is being developed). Gai and Sarah Clough.

59 Out on the track, the 21 crews comprising 168 sailors from Victoria, South Australia and Far North Queensland, had a marvellous time. This included Sabina Rosser, who was competing in her 20 th AWKR. The Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron in St Kilda is the host club for this annual Queen s Birthday Weekend event. Amanda Wakeham, the Race Officer commented, We ve had three days of fabulous racing. It has all been very competitive, but done in good spirit. It is really an absolute delight to have such a fantastic standard of racing going on. Three days in Melbourne at this time of year is enough to have any outdoor event organiser worried. Although cold for the most part, with an abating breeze over the course of the regatta, there was still enough wind on the last day to get the sixth and final race in. Hard and competitive racing for all three days. Astroboy, Salamander III and Top Gun go for the lead. Early on it became apparent that a few crews had their eyes on the coveted IRC and Australian Measurement System (AMS) trophies and skipped out to a handy lead. In the Performance Handicap System (PHS), there was always a high level of intrigue and no real shining beacons at the top. In fact, it would go all the way to the last day and last race, with at least four crews making a late and certainly not futile charge at the dais. Ultimately, Top Gun, the Adams 10 from the Royal Yacht Club of Victoria took out both IRC and AMS. This was enough to have skipper Connor Burdon Bear reveal the following about her crew and their racing, Firstly a big thank you to Max Peters for letting us use Top Gun, which is now up for sale. Also, we had Josh White as our support crew, with Stephanie Strong and Erin Foster s parents all braving the cold on Sunday to be with us.

60 Team Top Gun with Brian McDermott. The regatta was brilliantly run by the Committee, RMYS and I am sure there are countless behind thescenes volunteers involved too. They would have had a lot of work to do, particularly in such variable conditions. Of course, the AWKR would not be as strong as it is today, without all of the competitors, many of whom have travelled from Interstate. We would like to thank all of the them and we hope to see you next year. It was just great to be involved in a regatta created to encourage women to get into sailing. Four of our six crew, including me, were first timers to the regatta and we hope to be able to encourage more women to compete next year. Erin Foster, Bec Bohling, Steph Strong and I have sailed together in SB3's, as the Oceanburo Girls and we can understand the Queensland team, Twisted Sisters, suffering with the cold this weekend, after doing a regatta up there the week before. They really do have a very mild Winter! Kate and Meaghan Aulich completed the crew and were invaluable, in particular for their match racing skills and tactical prowess. We were absolutely delighted to win both IRC and AMS. It is certainly different sailing in a fleet with several classes, involving the use of handicaps, compared to our one design dinghy background.

61 Connor Burdon Bear, Joy Oakley, Brian McDermott and that special trophy. Overall, the results table looks like this: Place IRC AMS PHS First Top Gun Top Gun Nouannie Second Espresso Hyperactive Outlaw Third Salamander III Nouannie Spirit of Freya The J24, Hyperactive, is off to the World Championships in Sweden with their all female crew. They placed second in IRC after fighting it out with their larger rivals for the regatta and it prompted Robyn Coombs to say, This is our fourth time that we have competed in the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta on Hyperactive. It s really great racing, which we have always enjoyed and we re very happy with our 2nd in AMS.

62 Hyperactive used the AWKR to prepare for the J24 World Championships in Sweden. This year, the AWKR was a shakedown for us, before we head to the J24 Worlds in Sweden in August. Accordingly, it was a great opportunity to get our crew work in sync under racing conditions. Our crew consists of me, Kirsty Harris on helm, Elizabeth Williams, Zoe Kitchen, Rachel Suda and Joelle Roderick. We ve been training hard and really excited about representing Australia at the Worlds possibly as the only all female team there! Hyperactive would like to thank RMYS for hosting such a well run regatta and our sponsors Musto Australia and Barz Optics, who have managed to keep us well protected from all the elements this weekend, was how Robyn finished off. No doubt all the competitors wish them well overseas. Also punching a bit above their weight was the little S80, Espresso who were second in IRC. Diane Jackson, the skipper, had this to say, After a number of years of sitting on the sidelines and watching the AWKR results from afar, the lure of participating in the 20th anniversary of this event was just too strong. So we came back for another go!

63 Team Espresso were all smiles as a result of getting back into the event (and doing well, too). Alex Richards, Julie Anne Hobbs, Gillian Kearns, Lynda Caldwell, Kathy Wylie, Dianne Jackson and in pole position is Ian Hughes (the owner). The next challenge was to find a boat and there would be no turning back once we had been very generously offered the use of Espresso by Ian Hughes. A highlight of the regatta for me was the privilege of sailing with an awesome bunch of girls, who did such an excellent job of getting us around the course in a very tidy fashion. To give you some idea of the sailing experience of our crew, we calculated that there was in excess of 20 Hobarts between us, as we drifted around on Monday morning before the start of the final race. The other big thrill for our second place in IRC, was to be awarded with the Tracy Luke & Ann Maree Pope Memorial Award. We not only knew these two girls, but a few of us had the honour of sailing alongside Ann Maree (Budgie) in this very regatta on Myaura in 2000 and Dolly in Accordingly, the result was just that bit sweeter. Brian McDermott presented them with their trophy, so it must have been very moving indeed. Everyone enjoyed a world class event at RMYS, for its high level of competitive sailing and camaraderie amongst the participants. Here s to the next 20 years of the AWKR.

64 The winner of the PHS prize in the end was the little Scampi 30, Nouannie. I was really pleased with our result overall, said their skipper, Tanya Stanford. Onboard on Saturday, we were a little out of sorts for the first three races. We had a spinnaker wrap (never had one before) as well as messy tacks and some distractions. For Sunday, we decided to modify our crew routine, thereby allowing better monitoring of the fleet and enabling the trimmers to execute their jobs far more efficiently and ergonomically. These changes reflected straight into our results on the second and third days of the regatta. As the skipper, I am extremely lucky to have a very experienced and dedicated crew, who can still have fun and be happy in a competitive environment, such as the AWKR. This level of professionalism is even carried through to the bar, to debrief after racing and plot strategies for the following races. The Nouannie crew comprises of Cath Beaufort on trim, Katrina Economou in the office, Paulina Hryniewiecka at the mast, Kate Brown on the foredeck and Lynda Christopherson on the main. Also awarded on the night were trophies for most improved, best owner/skipper and overall sportsmanship. Most improved goes to the boat that simply gets better and better for the duration of the regatta. It is based on the PHS results and this year it went to Masumi, who were one of the group mentioned earlier for making a late charge at the main dais. Skipper Jo Morley and crew Celia Dymond sailed the whole regatta two handed. Jo had this to say about it all, Masumi had a fantastic regatta. Doing it two handed was always meant to be a challenge and although our kite caused us some problems on day one, our final race was the kind you dream about. Everything just worked! We can't

65 wait for next year. Can't thank Celia enough for the fantastic job. She must have been exhausted, but never once stopped grinning and neither did I, for that matter. Jo Morely collects her award from Nautilus Marine Insurance Marketing Manger, Mark Crockford. The best owner/skipper prize is awarded to the girl(s) who have made the ultimate effort to get to the regatta in their very own boat. The result is straight from the PHS table and given that they were at the top, that one too goes to Nouannie. Well done.

66 More awards for Nouannie, this time from Ian Lodewyckx of RMYS. The Race Officer determines the recipient of the ANZ sportsmanship award. Generally speaking, it is based on something special on the water or effort to be part of the event. Belinda Cooper, the skipper of the Twisted Sisters, sailing on Spellbound collected the award for her crew s effort of training in bikinis in FNQ, only to then race in chilly old Melbourne in June. Belinda told us how they came to be on Port Phillip. It was on a hot, sunny day at Magnetic Island last year, when I was asked if I would like to go to Melbourne for the AWKR. What I great idea I thought. A minor change in crew uniform for the Far North Tropical Queensland girls really paid of with winning the Best Sportsmanship award. Arriving in to Melbourne in our normal uniform of Tropical shirts and bikinis, it did not take long to realise we may need to borrow a couple of pairs of wet weather gear and some thermals!

67 All dressed up we found everything just a bit strange can you really tack with all those clothes on? Luckily, the seven of us were well looked after by Ian Ewing and his boat, Spellbound, which he so kindly let us use. We finished all the races in the middle or upwards of the fleet, which we thought was good going, seeing as we had all that excess weight on our backs. That wet weather gear really is very heavy... The experience has been fantastic and plans are already underway to come back again next year. Thank you to all at RMYS and we look forward to the 2011 AWKR.

68 The Far North Queensland Twisted Sisters consist of Belinda, Mickey, Qarmar, Iseta, Tracey, Ellie and Tina. Now talking of sportsmanship, it is interesting to note that during his speech, Councillor Serge Thomann, from the Catani Ward of the City of Port Phillip, suggested that as Top Gun had so many Heat Prizes, they could afford to give one to the crew from Port Douglas as a memento, for making the long trip South into a Melbourne Winter. This occurred at the time and lead to Espresso passing one of theirs on to the crew from Adelaide, who had been sailing Mrs Overnewton. Outlaw also passed on one to the crew of Esprit. Full results are available at Janina Goethel and the organising committee of the Australian Women s Keelboat Regatta would like to thank all the competitors, especially those who travelled from Interstate. No event is possible without the support of sponsors and so the efforts of the many companies and individuals, including the generous contributions of Helly Hansen, are greatly appreciated.

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71 18 June 2010 AWKR 2010 DVD AWKR DVD Jan Fielding, Friday, 18 June 2010 A collection of photo's are available on DVD to purchase for $ Please contact the RMYS Office to order your copy. Andrew Johnson from Filmplus can also provide individual photo's upon request tel no June 2010 CLUB MEMBER OF THE YEAR your nominations called for by Monday 19th July Jan Fielding, Saturday, 19 June 2010 RMYS survives based on the contributions of our many club members. Each year in August, 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. Nominations are made by members in appreciation of the special efforts made by an individual in pursuing the aims and objectives of RMYS and building a better Squadron for all of us to enjoy. The nomination form is available on the website or see more for details. 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.

72 The JW Crosbie Trophy was presented to RMYS by Commodore John Crosbie, Commodore of RMYS from 1970 to 1972 and Honorary Life Member. It is awarded each year to the Club Member of the Year at the Annual Ball. Nominations must be received in writing by Monday 19 th July The proposer and seconder must be RMYS members. All nominations will be reviewed by the General Committee at the July GC Meeting. General Committee members do not qualify for the award. Make an effort and nominate someone for the contribution they have made to your Squadron. Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/documents/club member of the year nomination form 2010.pdf 22 June 2010 FROSTBITE REGATTA, A CHILLING AFFAIR RMYS Team accepting the Trophy Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 22 June 2010 Last Sunday the Squadron flew the flag and beat Royal Brighton in the annual Frostbite regatta, and tales will be told! Some people sleep on Sundays, others seek adventure, while others just cannot understand why they are huddled on the beach at Brighton staring into the unrelenting drizzle knowing they will be sailing Sabots for a prized bottle of dirty Yarra water. Welcome to the Frostbite regatta, a tradition fought between the Royal Brighton Yacht Club and the Squadron since Our weapon of choice, and tradition, was the Sabot. The last time I sailed a Sabot (apart from last year in the same event) was when I was 6 years old. Sabots are built for 6 year olds, not aging commodores. My only grace was that I knew PJ (Peter Davison) is taller. Thoughtfully, I selected an experienced team from your General Committee; most of whom ran a mile and found something else to do. I was confident though as we had crack cat sailor Mark Coppins and handicapper Janet Dean making up the four. They fielded two Flags, John Spencer and Gary Rowswell, Club Captain Don Richmond and Committee Member Tony Fenton. I knew we had the edge, that is, until we entered the water. Past Commodores Roy Hoffert (RBYC) and Les Nagle (RMYS) initiated this folly to foster friendship

73 between the clubs. In those days they sailed on the flat waters of the Yarra, after midday BBQ and drinks. I now know why that Ye Drap O Yarra became the prized trophy as nobody could be persuaded to hand over their bottle of champagne! We were not on the Yarra, it was early in the morning, we were getting wet and I was bearing teeth. I do not know why Janet decided to handicap herself by filling her boat with water and I must ask Mark why he had to park his boat on the sand bar. Thankfully though, PJ raced ahead and one of their fellows broke the start. Controversy reign at the finish when your Commodore was challenged on a port/starboard rule. Cunningly I ignored all attempts to be engaged in debate and they lost interest. The trophy was ours for another year. Next year the regatta will be held at RMYS and once again adults, who are too large, suffer cramp and should know better, will go out and defend the honour of our respective clubs. I thank our team and dedicated support crew. I especially thank Brighton for their generosity on supplying the boats, race officer and rescue crew, and their camaraderie over sausages and drinks post the event. Thanks to Rob Murraylee for organising our junior sailors who took to the water to show us adults how to do it, and to Tim who not only helped out with raising flags but was also key monitor. Another tradition lives on. Stuart Tait Commodore Launching the Sabots Stuart & Janet Ready Set Janet Dean testing the water Approaching the start line Still approaching!!! Finish line in sight PJ takes the lead

74 John Spencer, Tony Fenton & Stuart Tait 23 June 2010 AGM Notice of Meeting, Minutes, General Committee Nominations and Proxy Form Notice of Meeting and other documents Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 23 June 2010 Please refer to the attached links to view the information and documents that relate to the 2010 RMYS AGM to be held on July 31, 2010 in the Harbour Room at There are General Committee positions vacant for new candidates. Other Links Notice of Meeting and proxy form Nomination Form for General Committee and Flag Officier Positions Minutes of the 2009 AGM

75 24 June 2010 DINNER EVERY WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY COME ALONG DINNERS ARE SPECIAL AT RMYS Peter Dawson, Thursday, 24 June 2010 OLYMPIC BAR FRIDAY JUNE 25th Grilled Porterhouse with potato mash, red wine jus and green bean salad $23 Fish and Prawn pie with garlic mash and petite salad $18 Beef ragu with potato gnocchi, peas, mint and pecorino $19 Beetroot and three cheeses tortoloni, spinach and parsley sauce $17 Warm potato and smoked chicken salad with mustard seed dressing and rocket $16 Steak Sandwich with fries and salad $16 Sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce and double cream $12.00 SIDES $6.00 all meals served with bread & butter Bowl Chips, Salad, Seasonal Vegetables Other Links DINNER THIS FRIDAY JUNE 25TH DINNER THIS COMING WED JUNE 30TH DINNER FRIDAY JULY 2ND

76 29 June 2010 BUILDING VOLUNTEERS AT RMYS with RACE OFFICERS COURSE RMYS Volunteers expand qualifications Peter Dawson, Tuesday, 29 June 2010 Club Race Officer Training at RMYS The Squadron is conducting a Club Race Officer Course on the 11 July 2010 from 9am till 5pm. The course will be conducted by Bill Bell and ISAF Race Officer and ISAF Judge for 15 years and is very experienced and he is also Chair of the ISAF Rules committee. The Course cost is $50.00 is paid by RMYS as part of the recognition of volunteers input and service. Club Race Officers course will be run at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron on the 11 July 2010 from 0900 hours till 1700hrs. Topics covered include Roles & responsibilities of race committee, race officer and key personnel Race committee boats and equipment Wind direction, strength and laying sailing courses Using GPS Start lines, start signals and starting sequence Finishing tasks Post race tasks scoring, handicapping, and protests. You will become a Club Race officer after the session; there are no Tests or Exams to sit It would give Members and non members a good basic knowledge of what a Race Officer does and why they do it. The Course cost is $50.00 is paid by RMYS as part of the recognition of volunteers input and service. The course is limited to twelve members and if you are interested please contact Tim in the office ( ) or him at racing@rmys.com.au Bookings close at 1200hrs Wednesday 7th July 2010

77 YOUR RACE DIRECTOR IS A STATE JUDGE Tim Wagland Tim Wagland, Tuesday, 29 June 2010 RMYS Race Director Tim Wagland is now a qualified State Level Judge. The course was conducted over two days at the YV Boat Shed. The Lecturers were Bill Bell and ISAF Judge and Chairman of the ISAF rules committee and Geoffrey Searle a National Judge for the past 20 years. The course was very informative and interesting with the class sitting on mock protests. Course covered the following subjects What attributes a Judge needs to have The different levels of a Protest Committees and the minimum requirements are for members sitting the committees. How to hold a protest meeting The Racing Rules of Sailing My next step is to sit on five protest hearings on a state level or above which I hope I can do in the coming sailing season. Thank you to the Squadron for allowing me to do this course. Tim Wagland

78 1 July 2010 SAILING RESULTS RACING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 1 July 2010 Inside Edge Focus Winter Series Race 3 Our ever vigilant RO team sent the boats off on a 15nm course with a crisp WSW breeze. MWM Series 2 Race 4 The race was conducted on a freezing day with a northerly of knts. It was a good fleet and a good sail. We hope more sailors and friends will stay on and enjoy a dinner after the race through winter. The link to the detailed results of the races (subject to protest) are below: CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS for Wednesday and Saturday's RACE RESULTS. Inside Edge Focus Winter Series Race 3 Our ever vigilant RO team sent the boats off on a 15nm course with a crisp WSW breeze. The results of the race (subject to a protest) are as follows: IRC: 1 st Salamandar III 2 nd ESpresso 3 rd Gienah AMS 1st Silk 2nd Salamandar III 3rd Silicon Chip Pur HC 1st Silk

79 2nd Mrs Overnewton 3rd Bushido A protest hearing is to be held at RMYS July 1, 2010 at 1900 hrs. MWM Series 2 Race 4 The race was conducted on a freezing day with a northerly of knts. It was a good fleet and a good sail. We hope more sailors and friends will stay on and enjoy a dinner after the race through winter. The results of the race is as follows: 1 st Leilani 2 nd Seaya 3 rd Hotshot In the best start award the results are as follows: 1 st Take One 1.5 secs. 2 nd Tigris 2 sec. 3 rd Oleana 3 sec. Members Services Price Review Members Services price review Peter Dawson, Thursday, 1 July 2010 The contracts committee and food&desire have reviewed contract pricing effective July 1, 2010 and agreed that base heavy beer, soft drink, base spirits, sparkling wine and food menu prices will not be increased. Standard Red wine and white wine prices will increase 2.27% to $4.50 per glass against CPI of 2.9%. We seek your increased support towards the Wednesday Night Dinner to enjoy the top quality and good value meals and service with along Friday evenings and our bar menus on the active sailing days.

80 RMYS Cadet program is launched Downunder get the cadets afloat Peter Dawson, Thursday, 1 July 2010 The Sailing Committee and other volunteers are launching a revised and revitalised Junior Sailing Program focused on getting the Cadets trained up and on the water. Downunder Marine are a major supporter and are contributing the cost of manufacturing and installing the flotation tanks needed to have the boats comply to the rules and to be extremely competitive at the next Stonehaven Cup regatta on King Island in Jaunary If you want to be involved or have juniors who want to get out sailing contact Tim Wagland. A SPECIAL CURRY NIGHT at RMYS July Curry July 9th 2010 Peter Dawson, Thursday, 1 July 2010 Jamie Spurr along with your social team have developed a great theme night schedule for members benefit. Winter Wonderland was the first. Friday Curry night next week July 9th. Christmas Mid year is to come An Italian Night in August. RMYS OCTOBER FEST. Spring Carnival events in November.

81 Then Christmas the real thing!. Plus Happy Hour Every Day... Please contact the office to book Other Links THIS FRIDAY's MENU in detail 5 July 2010 CALENDAR REVIEW AND RACING FORUM 28th JULY Jan Fielding, Monday, 5 July 2010 Are you racing this summer? If so the 28th of July is an evening not to be missed. Come on down to the club where Tom Ely, Club Captain Phil Battey along with members of the Sailing Committee will be hosting a Calendar review and racing forum. This is your opportunity to have your say and pass on your ideas on racing and other sailing activities at RMYS for this coming season. We will start the 19:30hrs after dinner. Please contact the office with your dinner booking.

82 6 July 2010 THE SQUADRON, SAFETY AND YOU Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 6 July 2010 Like any other workplace, RMYS is required by law to provide a safe and healthy environment for staff, contractors, members and visitors. Because the Squadron performs many of the activities of an office, a restaurant and a factory as well as sailing, oversight has been delegated to the Safety, Health and Environment Committee, comprised of suitably qualified or experienced contractor members, staff members, a Sailing Committee member and a General Committee member on behalf of the General Committee, which retains overall responsibility. The SHE Committee reports to the General Committee on a monthly basis. Click on the heading for further details. Typically, SHE Committee meetings review safety issues provided by Incident Reports and member observations and attempts to resolve them via application of the so called Hierarchy of Controls as explained in the summary below. The Hierarchy of Controls is applied wherever a hazard has been identified and control measures for the risk are required. The list is truly hierarchical, that is Elimination is the most effective and Protective Equipment the least effective. Provided it is practicable, a more effective control measure should always be chosen over a less effective measure, as follows: Elimination by removing the hazard entirely. Substitution by replacing hazardous materials, processes or methods with less hazardous alternatives. Engineering by isolating, enclosing, containing the hazard or design improvements. Administrative by ensuring safe operating procedures are in place and that effective training, induction and monitoring is available to all in the workplace. Personal protective equipment (PPE) by making sure that appropriate safety equipment such as gloves, hats, sunscreen etc is available.

83 The SHE Committee will focus on what is realistic and practical so that risks are eliminated or minimized to an acceptable level and the Squadron is maintained as a safe and healthy environment for all. If you see or experience a situation which you consider unsafe, fill out an Incident Report and help the Committee do its work. Kev Barron 8 July 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 8 July 2010 The J. H. McDonald was raced in a light WSW wind of five to seven knots on a full course Green (some boats thought this was an excellent course) On Sunday the ORCV winter series sailed the first race of the series in light conditions, two races were scheduled for the day, conditions were too light to start the second race and it has been postponed to a later date. The Midweek Mariners sailed in light WSW breeze on a full course Green. This Saturdays race is Race 4 of Inside Edge Focus Combined Series and your Race Officer will be Dennis Livingston. CLICK here for all Series Scores RACE RESULTS DETAILS SATURDAY 3rd JULY 2010 J.H.McDonald Series Race 4 Results 1st Matrix S54 2nd Dalliance S25 3rd Bushido S6 Best Start: Equal 1st Silicon Chip S425 1sec Avanale S55 1sec Ceilidh Lass S226 1 sec

84 2nd Take Five S197 2 sec 3rd Spellound S694 3 sec 4th Matrix S54 4 sec SUNDAY 4th JULY 2010 ORCV Winter Series Race 1 Results PHS Division 1 Jazz Player 13th Division 2 Matrix 5th Tigris 8th Gienah 9th Beyond Outrageous 16th IRC Division 1 Jazz Player 14th Division 2 Gienah 5th AMS Division 1 Jazz Player 11th Division 2 Beyond Outrageous 12th WEDNESDAY 7th JULY 2010 Midweek Mariners Series 2 Race 5 Results 1st Tigris 2nd Matrix 3rd Espresso Best start: 1st Dalliance 0 Sec 2nd Espresso 4 Sec 3rd Eureka This Saturday s race is Race 4 of Inside Edge Focus Combined Series and your Race Officer will be Dennis Livingston.

85 11 July 2010 FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER 16TH JULY Jan Fielding, Sunday, 11 July 2010 OLYMPIC BAR Grilled Porterhouse with roast beetroot, baby carrot, parsnip and persillade $23.00 Grilled Market Fish and vegetable terrine, fetta cheese and roast pumpkin $18.00 Beef goulash, steamed jasmine rice and green peas $19.00 Penne pasta with Napoli sauce, aged parmesan and marinated vegetables $17.00 Warm Chicken Salad with baby cos leaves, fresh croutons, boiled egg and mustard seed dressing $16.00 Steak Sandwich with fries and salad $16.00 Sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce and double cream $12.00 All Sides $6.00 Bowl Chips, Salad, Seasonal Vegetables. All meals served with bread and butter. PERFORMANCE HANDICAP HOW IS IT CALCULATED? Jan Fielding, Sunday, 11 July 2010 The all important calculation: Calculated Handicap = 2/3 Allocated handicap +1/3 BCH (or LBCH) What does this mean?

86 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 the 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 which you finished with 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 go to > Keelboat handicaps and follow the links for YV Handicaps. Janet Dean

87 12 July 2010 AN INVITATION FROM BLAIRGOWRIE YACHT SQUADRON Jan Fielding, Monday, 12 July 2010 Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron is holding a dinner on the 29th July at Lifeguards@200, 200 The Boulevard, Port Melbourne. For more information regarding this event please click on the heading. The guest speakers for the evening are Mark Richards, Wild Oats XI skipper and winner of four consecutive line honour victories in the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race and Rob Mundle, international bestselling author and yachtsman. There will be a number of auctions throughout the evening for items including a trip for four people to Hamilton Island. Tickets for this event are $90.00 which includes drinks and canapés on arrival, two course meal including Wines, beer and soft drink, desert selection and coffee and tea. If you would like to attend we have a number invitations with payment details available at the RMYS office.

88 13 July 2010 Club Captain Phil Battey on handicaps and the introduction of an exciting new rating series Tim Wagland, Tuesday, 13 July 2010 Concerned or interested about performance handicaps and/or pursuit races? This article is an introduction to our informative articles focused on educating everyone about performance handicaps. We also have an announcement of an exciting new series. For as long as I remember, there has been many a muttering and murmuring around the bar about performance handicaps. Performance handicap by definition does not promote good sailing; it is essentially designed to even out the fleet in an effort to provide an equal footing to all boats on any given day based on their recent sailing performances. Whilst performance handicapping, and especially pursuit races, can make a good fun competition, the better or consistently performing crews are not necessarily rewarded. It is for this reason the more serious racers prefer and promote measurement rating systems. I m sure I m saying what most of you already know. Over the next few months Janet Dean, our Club handicapper, will be writing several articles to explain all you ever wanted to know about performance handicaps and how they relate to pursuit races. Janet will explain the philosophy behind performance handicaps, the calculations as well as show some examples. Meanwhile for those who enjoy the pursuit race and also enjoy measurement system racing, Janet and I are introducing a trial series to run in conjunction with the current JH McDonald winter pursuit series. As we do in many other series, we will be calculating an AMS result as a separate result utilising the non spinnaker AMS rating and the elapsed time for each yacht with a current AMS certificate. Should this be a success we will be looking to introduce this as an additional series to run in conjunction with our summer twilight series. Club Captain Phil Battey

89 TRIVIA NIGHT WAS A GREAT SUCCESS Let me think Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 13 July 2010 Can you name a country one word containing all 5 vowels? The results: 1st Matrix 2nd Mustang Sally 3rd Silicon Chip This Years Smarties Cloud Nine. There were quite a few spot prizes throughout the evening. F&D served heaps of dinners in the Olympic Room, and we had hearty snacks throughout the evening in the Harbour Room. A great night was had by all. Once again quizmaster John Cotterell did a wonderful job, keeping things moving and handling the hecklers in his stride. On behalf of RMYS General Committee thank you John. Thanks to the following sponsors for the evening: Food & Desire, St. Kilda Sea Baths, Jeremy Spradbery, Peter Chapman, Unipro, Tresscox Lawyers, Rina Reiss, Stuart Addison Tasman Quartermasters. A hint: It starts with M and ends in E! 14 July 2010 THE ADVENTURES OF LINDA AND JANINA IN CORK Tim Wagland, Wednesday, 14 July 2010 Linda Goldsmith and Janina Goethel are heading into day three of the cork regatta at Royal Cork Yacht Club, Crosshaven, Ireland. They are racing on CISNE, a teak decked Swan 42 built in 1969 and owned by Tony Thorpe and David Collins from Cowes. We have a crew of ten, all fabulous people and skilled experienced sailors. From Cork they are heading to Portugal and Sardinia to compete in the Swan world championship.

90 Day one saw breezes of around 15 knots and 2 short races on a trapezoid course. CISNE finished 8 th and 13 th. Day two was more successful. A longer and scenic course around crosshaven harbour finishing at the historic town of Cobh saw us finish 3 rd, leaving us in 7 th place overall in the series. Cobh was the last departure point for the Titanic on her fateful voyage. Wednesday will be a slalom course, with a long beat and series of downwind gybes. It will be a challenge in the predicted 20 knot breeze. Royal Cork is extremely hospitable, as are the Anchor Inn, Moonduster Inn, Cronins Pub and BunnyCrossen Restaurant overlooking the Atlantic ocean. Linda and Janina have been hosted to lunch by the Irish tourist bureau and tomorrow morning will be interviewed by Irish television. It seems that the Aussie girls from Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron racing at Cork Week, are a real tourist attraction. 16 July 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Friday, 16 July 2010 Both Saturdays Inside Edge Race 4 & Wednesdays MWM Race 6 were cancelled due to a Gale warning from the BOM. Click on heading for more details. CLICK here for all Series Scores RACE RESULTS DETAILS A number of people have asked the question why aren't we running a race today? The simple answer is there is a current Gale warning issued by the Bureau of Meteorology. The answer may be simple but the reasons behind it are somewhat more complex. The Race Officer and organising authority have a duty of care to all competitors and as such, they look at all competitors and yachts competing to assess whether it is safe to run a race. So whilst your crew and yacht may well be capable of sailing in such conditions, not all of the fleet are. Hence a race is not generally started with a current Gale warning. I hope this brief explanation goes some of the way in explaining why a race may be cancelled.

91 Regards Phil Battey Club Captain CHRISTMAS IN JULY DINNER FRIDAY 23rd JULY Jamie Spurr, Friday, 16 July 2010 This coming Friday in the members bar we will be celebrating Christmas in July. We will be decorating the room like it's the silly season and be presenting a special menu of Roast ballotine of Turkey, honey glazed Ham, gravy and roast seasonal vegetables Followed by Steamed Lemon pudding with candied orange ice cream and lemon curd sauce 20 July 2010 RMYS WINTER RAFFLE RMYS Winter Raffle 2010 Peter Dawson, RMYS, Tuesday, 20 July 2010 RMYS Raffle $5 per ticket NOW SELLING TO BUILD JUNIOR SAILING All members have been sent a new letter with 5 tickets valued at $25 to try to sell on or purchase themselves. If you do not wish to accept this offer please contact the office before July 24th and confirm your response. jan@rmys.com.au Other Links Winter Raffle Prizes

92 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 8 July 2010 SATURDAY 3rd JULY 2010 J.H.McDonald Series Race 4 Results Was raced in a light WSW wind of five to seven knots on a full course Green (some boats thought this was an excellent course) 1st Matrix S54 2nd Dalliance S25 3rd Bushido S6 Best Start: Equal 1st Silicon Chip S425 1sec Avanale S55 1sec Ceilidh Lass S226 1 sec 2nd Take Five S197 2 sec 3rd Spellound S694 3 sec 4th Matrix S54 4 sec SUNDAY 4th JULY 2010 ORCV Winter Series Race 1 Results Results of the first race (Two races scheduled the second race postponed) of the ORCV winter series sailed in light conditions PHD IRC AMS Division 1 Division 1 Division 1 Jazz Player 13th Jazz Player 14th Jazz Player 11th Division 2 Division 2 Division 2 Matrix 5th Gienah 5th Beyond Outrageous 12th Tigris 8th

93 Gienah 9th Beyond Outrageous 12th WEDNESDAY 7th JULY 2010 Midweek Mariners Series 2 Race 5 Results Sailed in a light WSW breeze on full course Green 1st Tigris 2nd Matrix 3rd Espresso Best start: 1st Dalliance 0 Sec 2nd Espresso 4 Sec 3rd Eureka This Saturday s race is Race 4 of Inside Edge Focus Combined Series and your Race Officer will be Dennis Livingston. 21 July 2010 TOP OF THE BAY RMYS ANNUAL BALL 7th AUGUST Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 21 July 2010 TOP OF THE BAY BALL 7th August A black tie affair combining the members of the Top of the Bay yacht clubs in a joint charity venture to support the children of Vanuatu. Featuring the Syncopators. Date: Saturday, 7 th August Time: 7.00 pm til late.

94 Venue: The Harbour Room, Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, Pier Road, St.Kilda. Price: $99.00 per person This includes: Complimentary champagne on arrival, donated by Cope Williams 3 course meal and 2 bottles of wine on each table. Full Bar service will also be available throughout the evening Live entertainment provided by the internationally renowned Swing, Jazz band, the Syncopators, Members of all clubs may invite guests and bookings will be taken in strict order. Please book early for this great night of inter club camaraderie. Bookings are essential. Please provide the names of all guests at the time of booking. RSVP: 30 th July Other Links FULL POSTER BOOKING FORM 22 July 2010 SAILING INFORMATION NIGHT 28th JULY Cafe latte (J80) is one of the Squadrons training yachts Tim Wagland, Thursday, 22 July 2010 Are you racing this summer? If so the 28th of July is an evening not to be missed. Come on down to the club where Tom Ely, Club Captain Phil Battey along with members of the Sailing Committee will be hosting a Calendar review and racing forum.

95 This is your opportunity to have your say and pass on your ideas on racing and other sailing activities at RMYS for this coming season. We will start the 19:30hrs after dinner. Please contact the office with your dinner booking. SAILING RESULTS for week ended July Sailing Results Peter Dawson, Thursday, 22 July 2010 Sailing News and Results Results from Race 5 J.H.McDonald Pursuit series Sailed 17/7/ st Sublime S nd Dalliance S25 3 rd Avanale S55 Results from The ORCV winter series Race 3 PHS 1 st Jazz Player AMS 3 rd Jazz Player IRC 5 th Jazz Player Results from Race 7 of the MWM Series 2 This race was abandoned due to lack of wind and fog The YA web site is currently closed to result uploads because of virus issues. The issue is that being a shared site every one uses the same log in. A hacker accessed this log in, presumably from one of the many YA club's computers. The hacker then virused all the results files on the results section of the YA server. This is being remedied as we speak. The YA IT folks have done a great job sorting this out. They now know the issue and thus have a way forward.

96 We have not made the links to the www site this week because of the virus. 28 July 2010 SAILING CALENDAR FOR THE NEXT 6 WEEKS Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 28 July 2010 The Sailing Committee requests that you keep a heads up on the coming events. Click here for the Calendar. The calendar is also included in the Red Book. Remember to bring your friends and crew in for dinner on Wednesdays after the racing. THE SAILING EVENTS for the next 6 weeks are listed below. DAY DATE START TIME RACE DETAIL Saturday 23 Oct W.T.Crosbie Cup RYCV Wednesday 27 Oct Jo Johannesen Twilight Pursuit Race 1 Wednesday 27 Oct approx Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 Race 1 Saturday 30 Oct RMYS Non Aggregate Race Wednesday 3 Nov Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Race 2 Wednesday 3 Nov approx Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 Race 2 Saturday 6 Nov Club Marine Series Race 2 Wednesday 10 Nov Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Race 3 Wednesday 10 Nov approx Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 Race 3 Saturday 13 Nov RMYS Aggregate Race Lord Forster Trophy RYCV Wednesday 17 Nov Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Race 4 Wednesday 17 Nov approx Twilight Skinnaker Series 1 Race 4 Friday 19 Nov Moonlight FLIT Saturday 20 Nov Non Aggregate Race Wednesday 24 Nov Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Race 5 Wednesday 24 Nov approx Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 Race 5

97 Saturday 27 Nov The Cactus Cup Edward Lumley Series Heat 2 Wednesday 1 Dec Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Race 6 Wednesday 1 Dec approx Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 Race 6 Saturday 4 Dec Club Marine Series Race 3 Sunday 5 Dec Novice Skippers Series Sunday 5 Dec Columbia Association Series 29 July 2010 SANTA HAS BEEN but NOW travel to Italy with us on August IT WAS GREAT FUN Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 July 2010 Jamie of F&D with the events team put on a fantastic CHRISTMAS IN JULY last Friday. The only thing missing were the numbers on the night. Those that came had a great meal and lots of fun. The next theme night is on FRIDAY AUGUST 13 and we are going to ITALY!!!!. Come along for the ride but book early. WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER OFFERING Olympic Bar Wednesday NIGHTS Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 July 2010 The Wednesday night dinner offering is an initative of F&D to increase the offering to the Sailing Group on these cold nights and also to enable other members to come down after work with family and friends

98 for the best value meal in town. PLEASE SUPPORT US WITH THIS AND BOOK IN TO A WEDNESDAY DINNER and also remember you do not have to be sailing on the day to join in LUNCH or DINER. PLEASE CALL AND BOOK EARLY as we provide for a small number without bookings and we do not want you to miss out. PLEASE CALL AND BOOK A TABLE as we cater for a restricted number of around 20 meals with out bookings. We are in your hands!!!!!! Other Links A SAMPLE MENU WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT TO CONTINUE THE OFFERING RMYS BALL ITS ON SATURDAY NIGHT FANTASTIC DOOR PRIZE TO WIN!!! TOP OF THE BAY NEEDS YOU Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 July 2010 The bookings are building but we need YOU and your crew or social team to book in. If you have not been before then COME ALONG this year to taste a tradition of the club. Social Members this is your opportunity to enjoy the HARBOUR ROOM and the benefit of membership on a night that is supported by the club. BOOK A TABLE OR JOIN IN ON ONE OF THE MANY COMMUNITY TABLES BEFORE COB THIS FRIDAY. There is a special door prize of 2 return air tickets donated by AIR VANUATU in support of the charity (valued at $1400) THANK YOU so much and we needto get numbers to make the BALL a success and go ahead. Please contact Jan@rmys.com.au

99 DINNNER THIS FRIDAY JULY 30 IS BOOKED OUT FULLY BOOKED Peter Dawson, Thursday, 29 July 2010 We are delighted with the support this Friday and thanks. We have birthday parties booked in the library and A special boat crew team meeting in the Committee Room plus more large tables booked in the Olympic Bar. The new Members induction is expected to be 30 strong with the proposers and we will conduct that in a special area of the harbour room so we are fully booked. THANK YOU and please keep that support going. RMYS Annual General Meeting Saturday 31st 1100hrs in the Harbour Room Notice of Meeting Jan Fielding, Thursday, 29 July 2010 Members are invited to attend the RMYS AGM on Saturday, there will not be an election this year. Those Flag officers and Committee members who are standing unopposed are: Commodore Stuart Tait, Vice Commodore Linda Goldsmith, Rear Commodore Ian Lodewyckx, Club Captain Philip Battey, General Committee consisting of the following Amanda Wakeham, Mark Coppens, Janet Dean. Senior members are encouraged to consider nominating for the Committee. A presentation of the Annual Report & Flag Officers reports will be given, also a review of the years finances.

100 Stuart Tait Commodore Other Links AGM Notice of Meeting 2 August 2010 DINNER MENU FRIDAY 20th AUGUST in the OLYMPIC BAR Jan Fielding, Monday, 2 August 2010 THIS FRIDAY...BRING A BIT OF ITALY INTO YOUR LIFE AND COME TO THE Olympic Room dinner. Jamie has organized a great Italian Theme Menu for you and your friends to enjoy. DETAILS OF THE MENU ARE LISTED AND BOOK IF POSSIBLE. Tortelloni of beetroot & ricotta on roast tomato & fresh oregano sugo with toasted pine nuts and cavelo nero ~ $17.00 ~ Broad bean & proscuitto risotta with preserved lemon, salsa verde & shaved grana padano ~ $19.00 ~ Bistecca a la limone with dragoncella sauce, rosemary roast kipfler potatoes, raddichio salad with vincotta ~ $21.00 ~ Linguine "Marinara" with prawns, ocean trout, Port Arlington black mussels & sea scallops in a seafood cream veloute ~ $22.00 ~ Chicken Saltimbocca, with proscuitto and sage, fresh lemon, rosemary roast kipler potatoes, baby rocket salad ~ $23.00 ~ Titamisu Torte with Cointreau mascerated strawberries and an espresso ~ $12.00 ~

101 3 August 2010 WANTED BOAT DRIVER FOR WILLIAM PATERSON William Paterson Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 3 August 2010 Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron (RMYS) is looking for a person to drive William Paterson on days when the club has races with laid courses. We are looking for someone with the following attributes: They must have TL3 with safety endorsement (a coxswain certificate would be nice but not essential). They must be experienced in driving a twin screw vessel. To take ownership of the vessel, and to treat it as if it was there s. The ability to work under pressure. The ability to take orders. Duties would include: Having the boat prepared on race days and bought to the lower landing so that the race officer and volunteers can load race equipment. To ensure all the safety equipment is up to date and workable. To ensure all equipment is in a workable condition Ensuring that safety procedures are followed and that all on board understand them. That Man overboard procedures are practiced and understood by all those on board. If you are interested phone Tim Wagland on or racing@rmys.com.au

102 5 August 2010 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING REVIEW AGM REPORT Jan Fielding, Thursday, 5 August 2010 Over 50 members attended the RMYS Annual General Meeting last Saturday at 11pm. Members heard reports from Flag Officers and Treasurer Cherry Birch on the successful year for RMYS. Ken Simpson was nominated and unanimously elected to Honorary Life member. The new Committee was elected unopposed. The Annual General Meeting for the 134 th year of RMYS was held last Saturday. Members heard reports from Flag Officers and the Treasurer. Highlights from this financial year are summarised in the Annual Report available from the website. Members were introduced to the draft building masterplan with copies being made available in the Members Bar for comment. General Committee is planning to open the roof space above the Harbour room on Opening Day for use by members and food&desire guests. The library is being revamped with historic photos and artifacts and will be dedicated to RMYS historian Bert Ferris. Club Captain Philip Battey commented on the successes of RMYS yachts this year, particularly in ocean racing. He went on to discuss changes in handicapping for pursuit races by introducing the AMS handicaps. He thanked the work of the Sailing Committee and race volunteers and outlined the plans for junior cadet sailing. Cherry Birch delivered her final report on the financial year as Treasurer. Cherry reported on a strong surplus (11% of gross revenue) through growth in membership, increased income derived from catering and reduction in expenses. Savings are approximately three times the level of club debt and total equity has increased by $150K over last year. Past Commodore Ken Simpson reported on the marina development. Work on wave modeling and design for the southern breakwater extension has begun and construction is scheduled to begin next April Marketing for long term pen leases has started with pledge holders and a soft sell will begin through print and internet media. Members were asked to support General Committee s nomination of Ken Simpson as Honorary Life Member. This is in recognition to his dedication to the squadron and marina development, sponsorship through his company UniPro and support he has provided in his two stints as Commodore and member of Squadron Committees. Ken was elected unanimously.

103 Finally the past General Committee was retired and new General Committee appointed unopposed. Unfortunately Kevin Barron, Louise Griffiths and Cherry Birch have chosen to retire from General Committee all citing busy life commitments. I thank Cherry, Louise and Kevin for their contribution over the year, and in the case of Cherry, over the past six years. General Committee for 2010/2011 is: Commodore, Stuart Tait; Vice Commodore, Linda Goldsmith; Rear Commodore, Ian Lodewyckx; Club Captain, Philip Battey; Committee Members, Mark Coppens, Janet Dean and Amanda Wakeham. The positions of Treasurer and three committee members remain vacant. We will be seeking volunteers to fill these positions and if you are interested please contact the office or one of your Committee members. Stuart Tait Commodore BUILDING MASTERPLAN FOR RMYS buliding masterplan for RMYS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 5 August 2010 Members are invited to comment on the draft Building Masterplan for the Squadron. Copies of the Masterplan can either be downloaded from the website or located in folders in the Members bar. We will be accepting comments from Members until the 30 September This is an opportunity for Members to have your say on the future of the clubhouse. Comments can be directed to the Commodore, Stuart Tait at stuart.tait@esa.edu.au. Cheers Stuart Tait Commodore RMYS Other Links Building Masterplan

104 10 August 2010 JUNIOR SAILING INFORMATION NIGHT 18th AUGUST Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 10 August 2010 The Squadron invites all interested parents and Junior Sailors to come along to an information night to be held on the 18th August at 1830hrs to discuss the exciting plans for are Cadet Program. click here for Junior Cadet Brouchure We have an experienced Yachting Australia accredited coaches who will coach our junior sailors. We have seven Cadet Dinghies ready to be sailed by enthusiastic young people willing to learn and most importantly have fun and make friends for life. Items to be discussed on the night The Stonehaven Cup is to be sailed on King Island from the 3 11 January The coaching and racing program for this coming season. The Family discounts that are available to Senior and Family members of RMYS. Parent involvement is strongly encouraged.you can help rig and unrig the boats on the beach and if you are interested and have a boat license you can assist on the water with races and training. Any enquiries or questions to Tim on either or racing@rmys.com.au

105 11 August 2010 TOP OF THE BAY BALL REVIEW top of the bay ball (web small) Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 11 August 2010 All had a great time at the Ball on Saturday night featuring the Syncopators. The food was great, the wine flowed. Find out who is Club Member of the Year, who won Centenary Trophy and the winner of the raffle! The Events team dressed up the entrance to the Clubhouse with lights and welcoming flags. The Harbour Room looked fantastic with the burgees from Royal Yacht Club of Victoria, Hobson s Bay and of course RMYS s hung at the back of the room. Guests partook in complimentary Cope Williams champagne on arrival. Thanks Cope Williams for your support of the Club. A great time was had by all. The Syncopators are a wonderful band and there was certainly lots of dancing. Trophy winners: Rob Murraylee very deservedly won Club Member of the Year for his very enthusiastic work with the juniors. Jurgen Pfeiffer (Take Five) took out the Centenary Trophy for a very consistent year of sailing. He was telling me he hardly won anything, but obviously was always in the mix. Well done. Now the raffle: 1st Prize Holiday for 2 at Airlie Beach won by the Club Member of the Year Rob Murraylee. Rob certainly had one of the best nights of his life! 2nd Prize RetraVision voucher won by Gus Dawson 3rd Prize Simrad Sailing Instruments won by Ian Lodewyckz, who incidentally did a wonderful job as MC for the night.

106 4th Prize Nautilus Marine Insurance voucher won by James Wright 5th Prize Tyres & More voucher won by Matthew Young And finally Lee McRae won the door prize of a trip for two to Vanuatu courtesy of Air Vanuatu. Well deserved to a couple of very hard workers for the Squadron (Chappy included there of course don t think she ll take me!). I want to thank you members who have supported this wonderful event, and also to my Committee who put a lot of effort into the night. It all seems to go so quickly on the night. As we debriefed in the Committee Room until 3.00 am, Chappy is sure that George Dabovich joined us Amanda Wakeham Best Club Member 2010 Rob Murraylee Jurgen Pfeiffer is presented with the Centenary Trophy by Stuart Tait and Ian Lodewyckx Lucky Door Prize winner Lee McRae 17 August 2010 MWM Series III Race 1 is abandoned Tim Wagland, Tuesday, 17 August 2010

107 The MWM Series III Race 1 is abandoned due to a Gale warning. This has been done after consultation with The Race Officer (Terry Hill) and the Duty Forecaster at the BOM Tim Wagland Race Director The MWM Series III Race 1 is abandoned due to a Gale warning. This has been done after consultation with The Race Officer (Terry Hill) and the Duty Forecaster at the BOM Tim Wagland Race Director 19 August 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 19 August 2010 Once again Saturday's Inside Edge and Wednesday's MWM races were abandoned due to gale warnings. Meanwhile a report just in from Airlie Beach Race Week RMYS Members Chris Jones, Janet Dean & Tom Ely sailing on 'Grizzly' (Adams 10) with crew Graham Jiggins & Shane Timmersman and owners Chris Jiggins & Damien Betts, sealed a 3rd place in IRC div 2, scoring 4 x 4ths, 1x 5th and a 2nd, coming in behind 'Zen' (Sydney 38) and 'Flying Cloud' (First 40). Congratulations to all of the RMYS Crew!!!! Great to see the S191 sails on Grizzly too. Click here for Airlie Beach race week tv & Grizzly S191 CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS

108 FIND YOUR WAY TO SUCCESS WITH OUR COASTAL NAVIGATION COURSE Bearing compass Leigh Brennan Smith, Thursday, 19 August 2010 Our next Coastal Navigation course may help you win your next race or enjoy your bluewater adventure. Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy's next Coastal Navigation course is commencing Thurs Oct 14 th, This course, lead by guest lecturer Mr.Stuart Marshall, was very well attended in March, 2010 and received high praise from participants. Conducted over six Thursday evenings at RMYS, the course covers understanding nautical charts, compass usage, bearings, determining your position, tides, currents, voyage planning and much more. Bookings are filling fast as the course is limited to 12 students. For more information and booking form see the Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy webpage contact Leigh Brennan Smith on or 20 August 2010 AHOY, THERE! Tim Wagland Junior Saiing Peter Dawson, Friday, 20 August 2010 Ahoy, There! As seen in the Melbourne Weekly (Issue August 18th 24th, 2010 Page 5)

109 It's all hands on deck at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron this mouth. The call is out to budding nautical adventurers aged 12 to 18 to set sail and take part in a junior sailing program. The program will introduce young sailors to the classic cadet dinghies and cover basic sailing and racing skills, crew dynamics, teamwork and good sportsmanship out at sea. The course will run Sunday mornings from August to September and February to April. An information night will be held on August 18 at 6:30pm at the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron at Pier Road, St Kilda. Cost is $180 per term, and junior club membership is $ August 2010 WHERE ARE THEY NOW? Jan Fielding, Monday, 23 August 2010 We often hear of the fantastic sailing adventures RMYS members experience. Click on the links for a update on Marcus Seigne (the Irish guy owner of 'Fuller Spirit') and also follow the journey of Hullabaloo as owners Craig & Julie Willmott sail her from the UK to Australia. click here for an update on Marcus Seigne click here for an update on Hullabaloo SHAREHOLDERS WORKING BEE September 26th 10.00hrs Jan Fielding, Monday, 23 August 2010

110 RMYS is a Public Company (limited by guarantee) under the Corporation Act and you the Members are the shareholders of this Company. On Sunday the 26th September we have our 2nd Working Bee for 2010 to have the Squadron facilities looking spick and span for the 2010/11 Season Opening the following weekend. Your elected Directors (General Committee) would welcome your participation in joining with them on this day as your non financial shareholder contribution to the improvement and maintenance of YOUR asset. The Squadron pays shareholder dividends in the form of subsidised services and facilities its Membership base, so come down and join in the camaraderie on this day with your fellow shareholders. Tasks will include work on the roof top, the new library presentation, yard and marina and if you have suggestions please let us know. Come alarmed with tools and ready to GO! A BBQ will be provided at the end of the Working Bee and ensure your attendance is recorded to get the credit of against working bee levy of $25 this year. Contact Ian Lodewyckx at ianlod@gmail.com of the office, to confirm your proposed attendance. 24 August 2010 MWM SERIES III Race is Abandoned N over A Tim Wagland, Tuesday, 24 August 2010 The MWM Series III Race 2 is abandoned. This is after consulting with the Race Officer (Terry Hill) and the duty forcaster at the BOM. The MWM Series III Race 2 is abandoned. The race was abandoned after consulting the Race Officer (Terry Hill) and the Duty Forcaster at the BOM.

111 JUNIOR SAILING Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 24 August 2010 Junior sailing commences this 9.00am. Commencing this 9.00 AM is the 2010 Junior Squad Spring Series. The Series will consist of 8 Races to be held on the following Sundays Race 1 August 29th Race 2 September 5th Race 3 September 12th SCHOOL HOLIDAY BREAK Race 4 October 24th Race 5 November 7th Race 6 November 14th Race 7 November 21st Race 8 November 28th followed by a BBQ and presentation of Trophies We had two Cadets sailing last Sunday and after brushing away the Cobwebs and with everyone relearning how to rig the boats (and Rob Murraylee having the frightening experience of getting up early on a Sunday!) we headed out for a short training race followed by a debrief in the Wet Bar. We will be setting up an area on the Web Site for Junior Sailing, so stay tuned for some exciting developments. Following the final race on the 28/11/2010 a BBQ and an informal Presentation of Trophies will be held, all parents and juniors are welcome. To all members of RMYS, if you have children who are interested in Junior Sailing come down this Sunday and enjoy the fun of sailing a Cadet dinghy. Other Links

112 Junior Cadet Brochure Junior Cadet Membership Form 25 August 2010 RED BOOK UPDATE YOUR CONTACT DETAILS Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 25 August 2010 If you have not already updated your details for the next edition of the Red Book, please contact the office before Friday 3rd of September. DINNER MENU FRIDAY 27th AUGUST IN THE OLYMPIC BAR Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 25 August 2010 Invite your crew and friends for dinner and welcome our new members to RMYS. Bookings are essential Porterhouse Steak with fat chips, malt vinegar jus, and salad ~ $23.00 ~ Garlic Prawns and Barramundi with quinoa risotto and green beans ~ $21.00 ~ Braised Beef with polenta, caramelised carrots and leeks ~ $22.00 ~ Rigatoni with grilled meditteranean vegetables and crumbled fetta ~ $17.00 ~ Twice cooked chicken breast, italian sausage salad, with rocket and shaved fennel ~ $17.00 ~ Steak Sandwich with fries and salad ~ $16.00 ~

113 Pear and muscatel crumble with double cream ~ $12.00 ~ All sides $6.00 Bowl Chips, Salad or seasonal vegetables All meals served with bread and butter 26 August 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 26 August 2010 For last Saturday's J H Mc Donald Race 7, Race Officer Dennis Livingston sent the fleet off on a Green Course in a North Westerly Breeze ranging from 8 to 18 knots. Wednesday's MWM Series 3 Race 2 was abandoned after consulting the Race Officer (Terry Hill) and the Duty Forcaster at the BOM. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS J.H. McDONALD Race 7 Final Saturday 21st August PHC Pursuit results 1 st Dalliance 2 nd Chardonnay 3 rd Spellbound PHC overall Series results 1 st Dalliance 2 nd Chardonnay 3 rd Bushido AMS Pursuit 1 st Silicon Chip 2 nd Chardonnay

114 3 rd Spellbound AMS overall series results 1 st Silicon Chip 2 nd Chardonnay 3 rd Spellbound Best start award Equal 1 st Equal 2 nd Bushido and Spellbound 0 secs Espresso and Mrs Overnewton 3 secs 3 rd Silicon Chip 8 secs FORESCASTING COMPETITION for MWM Jan Fielding, Thursday, 26 August 2010 The Midweek Chrystal Ball Name: There has been a distinct lack of competition over recent times due to the weather, so let s have a little side bet running to see how good you are at long range forecasting. Prize: A Slab to help you enjoy the Twilight Series even more as we head to towards those warm afternoons, shorts, t shirts and balmy evenings. Instructions: Entry must be in prior to BOM issuing a forecast for Race Week 3 please fax your entry to or drop it into the Office A valid entry will forecast all 8 weeks For each week circle Y or N for a race start. Circle a reason for a no start e.g. Gale Y or No Wind Y or N.

115 Select one type of finish for a race. To cater for running out of wind, or other reason for abandoning race circle Y or N for each week. Race Week Race Start Y / NY / N Y / NY / N Y / N Y / N Y / NY / N No Start cause (pick either Gale or No Wind) Gale No Wind Y / NY / N Y / NY / N Y / N Y / N Y / NY / N Y / NY / N Y / NY / N Y / N Y / N Y / NY / N Race Finish Normal Finish (>50% finished) Abandoned after Start Y / NY / N Y / NY / N Y / N Y / N Y / NY / N Y / NY / N Y / NY / N Y / N Y / N Y / NY / N 50% DNF Y / NY / N Y / NY / N Y / N Y / N Y / NY / N Scoring: Each correct selection will score 1 point, only one point is available for the two no start categories. 1 September 2010 AMS/IRC WEIGHING DAY September Sandringham Yacht Club Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 1 September 2010 The next Yachting Victoria boat weighing day is to be held on Sunday 12th September. Weighing fee will be $ per boat inc GST. Weighing is necessary in order to establish IRC & AMS Ratings. All boats must be weighed initially and whenever changes are made that affect the weight. Any boats with provisional AMS ratings must weigh on this occasion in order to retain an AMS rating.

116 All boats weighed previously on a travel lift should weigh again, as weights taken on a single point load cell will be required for these measurement rules if changes to the certificate are required in future. Time slots will be allocated initially between 0830 and 1400 although it may be necessary to move outside these limits subject to demands and tides. When booking a time slot take into account the tidal depth and your draft. High tide is 0523 and Low tide is This event is run by volunteers from the YV Measurement Rating Office so your patience and cooperation would be appreciated. To arrange a time please call Alex at Yachting Victoria on or ratingoffice@yachtingvictoria.com.au Please note closing date for booking is 7th September September 2010 JUNIOR SAILING Jan Fielding, Thursday, 2 September 2010 Race 1 and 2 of the Junior Spring Series were abandoned due to lack of wind. However some important maintenance was carried out to further prepare the boats for summer and also Rob Murraylee conducted some rules and sailing theory with the juniors who had a great time. This Sunday is Race 3 of Junior Spring Series. Congratulations to Stephen Everton on his election as Junior Cadet Captain he will be a real asset to the club and more particular to the junior section.

117 TWILIGHT CATERING SURVEY Survey Jan Fielding, Thursday, 2 September 2010 Please complete the attached survey click here to complete the Twilight Catering Survey 3 September 2010 Sailing News N over A Tim Wagland, Friday, 3 September 2010 Race 1 Winter Mixed Series is abandoned today WORKING BEE SEPTEMBER 26TH Peter Dawson, Friday, 3 September 2010 A great fun morning can be had so contact Ian Lodewyckx or Jan in the office to register and ensure you get the credit against the levy when you come down.

118 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Friday, 3 September 2010 We finally got a race in with no Gale warnings. Race 7 (Final)of the Inside Edge Focus Winter Combined Race was held last Saturday in 5 7 knots SSW. There was some good racing with Silk and Matrix battling it out for line honors which was finally won by Silk. Congratulations to Brain MeDermott and crew on Siren for coming first in PHC/AMS/IRC. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Inside Edge Focus Winter Combined Saturday 28th August Race 7 AMS IRC PHD 1st Siren Siren Siren 2nd Silk Mrs Overnewton Matrix 3rd Silicon Chip Silicon Chip Mrs Overnewton Winter Combined Series Results AMS IRC PHD 1st Silk Espresso Silk 2nd Silicon Chip Matador Matrix 3rd Matador Silicon Chip Silicon Chip Mid Week Mariners Series 11 Wednesday 1st September Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Tigris Take One San Miguel Best Starts Seaya 1sec Tigris 3 secs Mrs Overnewton 12sec

119 8 September 2010 CHANGES TO THE RMYS WEB SITE Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 8 September 2010 You may have noticed some slight changes on the RMYS Website lately. In the near future the website will undergo a 'Freshen Up'. Recent changes on the RMYS home page include links to the 'Summer Twilight Survey' and 'New Marina expression of interest' form. Completing the Summer Twilight Survey is a chance for you to tell us what you like, don t like, and if you have any other suggestions, we would like to hear them. The New Marina is fast approaching, please register your expression of interest by clicking on the home page link. Other new pages on the website under the For Members menu include : Members Feedback Send a message to Peter Dawson RMYS General Manager. Message Board Post a message for your crew or for other RMYS members to read. Boat Sales Post a Boat for Sail advertisement etc etc. Look under Sailing to post an advert in the RMYS Crewing section if you re looking for crew or if you re looking for a boat to sail on. I welcome any feedback concerning the website, please send an to janfielding@rmys.com.au

120 9 September 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 9 September 2010 Race 1 for last Saturday's Winter Mixed Series was abandoned due to the weather forecast received from the BOM. MWM Series 3 Race 4 was sailed in 15 to 22kts N NNW Green Course yesterday. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Mid Week Mariners Series 3 Wednesday 8th September Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Seaya Sunshine Mrs Overnewton Best Starts Tigris 3 secs Dalliance 5 secs Sanmarkay 6 secs 10 September 2010 WINNERS ARE GRINNERS Jan Fielding, Friday, 10 September 2010 Gus Dawson collected the Rentavision prize from the Winter Raffle this week. We thank Gus and all the others who supported the raffle and contributed to its success. You raised over $10,000 which will contribute to the JUNIOR SAILING PROGRAM. Once again thanks to all the ticket buyers and a special thanks to Rohan Brownlee and the team he mustered to get the raffle going. We thanks all prize donators including especially UNi Pro, Tyres & more South Melbourne, SIMRAD and Nautilus Insurance.

121 13 September 2010 RMYS WEDNESDAY NIGHTS Tim Wagland, Monday, 13 September 2010 The Sailing Committee are pleased to present a series of lectures to be held in the Library at 7pm, on Wednesday evenings 29/9/2010 Racing rules Darren Eger the chair of the RMYS protest panel will present the lecture. Come along and refresh your Racing Rules in preparation for the coming sailing season. If you are interested in attending please call Tim on or via on racing@rmys.com.au Hope to see you all at the club. 14 September 2010 UPDATE!!!! TONIGHTS RMYS IS CANCELLED Tim Wagland, Tuesday, 14 September 2010 Unfortunately tonights proposed Lecture is now cancelled due to illness. The Sailing Committee Lecture Series This Wednesday 15th September 2010, Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron is holding a lecture on Marine Diesels and Maintenance. The lecture will be presented by Kel from Mariner Engineering. What Kel doesn't know about Marine Diesels and maintenance is not worth knowing, having been in the business for some considerable time.

122 The lecture will be held in the Library at 7pm on the 15th September 2010 If you are interested in attending please call Tim on or via Upcoming lectures are: 22/9/2010 Electronics 29/9/2010 Racing rules Hope to see you all at the club. 15 September 2010 BOAT OWNERS REQUIRED 1st NOVEMBER Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 15 September 2010 On Monday November 1st RMYS will be hosting a Team Building Day for Nokia. Nokia has invited 35 representatives from Singapore and South East Asia consisting of CEO's and General Managers of large Telecommunications Companies from throughout Asia to attend a launch and sales conference for Nokia's newest mobile phone. The morning will commence with the conference followed by a sail at approximately 1.30pm. Therefore we will conduct a short race from the Tower with around eight boats maximum. Can you please advise if you and your boat would be interested in participating in this event? As a thank you, all participating owners will receive a Helly Hansen Coastal Racing Jacket (valued at $440.00). All boats must have sufficient life jackets on board as well as safety gear (Category 6 compliant). Please advise Tim Wagland in the office on or via at: racing@rmys.com.au

123 16 September 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 16 September 2010 Race 2 of the Winter Mixed Series was conducted last Saturday in 9 knots of breeze from the WNW, RO Amanda Wakeham sent the fleet around on course 24. Race 5 of the MWM Series III was raced in trying conditions with a front moving through recording gusts of 37 knots. This Saturday is a Winter Mixed Pursuit race and your Race Officer is Denis Livingston CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Winter Mixed Series Saturday 11th September Race 2 AMS PHD 1st Sea Eagle Portofino 2nd Spellbound Sea Eagle 3rd Take One Spellbound Mid Week Mariners Series 111 Wednesday 15th September Race 5 1st EQUAL 2nd 3rd PHD Sunshine & Ceilidh Lass Matador Mrs Overnewton Lodders Best Starts Sanmarkay 1 sec Astarte 5 sec Mrs Overnewton 10 sec

124 22 September 2010 PFD 1 FAILURE Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 22 September 2010 I would like to bring to your attention the failure of a new PFD during the Sea Safety Survival course day which I attended conducted by ORCV. While manually blowing the PFD using the mouth piece, the unit was almost at capacity when I heard a pop on the left side of the unit and then it deflated. The PFD is a MARLIN ATLANTIC PFD 1, purchased from Whitworths on Elizabeth Street only several months ago, and never used and kept indoors. I have informed Whitworths and they have informed the wholesaler. No doubt I will hear from them soon regarding their intentions as Whitworths themselves say they have sold a few and are very concerned. I thought it would be our responsibility to perhaps send out notices to all regarding this failure, and if they have the same PFD to contact the store from which they were purchased or at least not use them until we hear back from Whitworths and/or wholesaler. Regards Santo Mazza

125 23 September 2010 NEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS APPOINTED TO GENERAL COMMITTEE Jan Fielding, Thursday, 23 September 2010 On Tuesday 21st September General Committee appointed David Connolly and Andrew (Andy) Doolan as Directors and Peter Newstead as Honorary Treasurer. I am pleased to announce three appointments to the General Committee. David Connolly and Andy Doolan join the Committee as Directors and Peter Newstead as Honorary Treasurer. David is the owner of Vagrant and Andy has recently purchased Tina of Melbourne. Both have had a long term involvement with the Squadron and both bring a broad experience in sailing and knowledge of the clubs activities and processes. Peter has had an active involvement with the Finance subcommittee, is a qualified accountant and has had extensive business experience. Your Committee consists of the following directors: Stuart Tait (Commodore), Linda Goldsmith (Vice Commodore), Ian Lodewyckx (Rear Commodore), Philip Battey (Club Captain), Janet Dean, Amanda Wakeham, Mark Coppens, David Connolly, Andrew Doolan. Honorary Treasurer is Peter Newstead and General Manager Peter Dawson. We still have vacancies and seeking further expressions of interest. Stuart Tait Commodore

126 24 September 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Friday, 24 September 2010 Last Saturday's Race 3 of the Winter Mixed Series was sailed in a superb 15 knot SW and your race officer Dennis Livingston sent the fleet round on a full green course. In the Wednesday Mid Week Mariners Series III in what turned out a lovely race sailed in knots from the SW the fleet was sent round on a full course green. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Winter Mixed Series Saturday 18th September Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Take Five Spellbound Matrix Best Starts Portofino 2 secs Matrix 4 secs Salamander III 6 secs Mid Week Mariners Series 111 Wednesday 22nd September Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Matrix Dalliance Sunshine Lodders Best Starts Matrix 1 sec Tigris 3 secs Eureka 4 secs This Saturday's race is a Winter Mixed with Spinnakers and starts at 1100hrs your Race Office is Alistair Hart and the OOD is Phil Battey. SWIMFIT PROGRAM FOR RMYS MEMBERS Jan Fielding, Friday, 24 September 2010 A gym session in the pool..!! We utilise your body weight and the water as the key forms of resistance training. During these sessions we will work on your technique and possibly teach you some new skills

127 so that you can gain maximum benefit for the time invested. In addition we also focus on improving your aerobic and anaerobic fitness thus increasing your endurance and stamina. The courses have been developed by Andrew Phillips a fellow member of RMYS and sailor on Avanale. The Benefits * Non impact great for joints and bones * Increased core, upper and lower body strength * Excellent muscle toning and development * Excellent weight loss potential * Private, friendly and non threatening environment * Personalised attention controlled group numbers * Programs written based on your ability and fitness level * We work with you to achieve your goals Program commences: 05 October 2010 Program finishes: 09 December 2010 Location: Bialik College Gringlas Sports Centre 19 Cato Street, Hawthorn East 3123 (Near corner of Toorak & Tooronga Roads) Session Times: Tuesday & Thursday nights 7 8 pm Coaches: Ratio of a maximum of 8 swimmers per coach to maximise individual attention Cost: $20 per individual session (Pay as you go) / Special RMYS rate of $150 for 10 sessions (Paid in advance) Bookings: A minimum of 4 people per session required for it to go ahead. Bookings are essential. Contact Swim School / The Pool is an indoor 25 metre 8 lane salt chlorinated pool only 4 years old. The water is heated to 29 degrees and the environment is very clean and bright. As it is a private pool, it is not open to public use outside our programs. The water quality is excellent and is filtered by state of the art equipment.

128 25 September 2010 PAST COMMODORE ROHAN BROWNLEE ELECTED ONTO YV BOARD Jan Fielding, Saturday, 25 September 2010 On Monday 27 September at the Yachting Victoria Annual General Meeting Past Commodore Rohan Brownlee was nominated and elected to the Yachting Victoria Board. I am pleased to announce that Past Commodore Rohan Brownlee has been elected to the Yachting Victoria Board. Over the past 12 months Rohan has been an active member of the YV Risk Management and Safety Committee and has now taken the leap onto the Board. Rohan has joined the Board at a very active time. Over the next twelve months Yachting Australia and the yachting community will be reviewing the national and state based governance structures for yachting. RMYS, as a member club, will have an opportunity to comment on the proposed governance arrangements. With Rohan on the YV Board we will have greater capacity to ensure our members are well briefed on these important changes for Australian yachting. Congratulations Rohan Stuart Tait

129 26 September 2010 WORKING BEE DAY...THANKYOU TO ALL ATTENDEE'S Jan Fielding, Sunday, 26 September 2010 The General Committee would like to thank those members who participated last Sunday, on a magnificent Spring day, in getting the Clubhouse looking spic & span for the Season Opening Day festivities this Saturday. Major tasks achieved were: Trophies & cabinet cleaned, polished & dusted Yard cleaned up & yellow lines repainted Roof & Balconies areas cleaned Roof balcony black rails scrapped, wire brushed and anti rust painted In readiness for painting Balcony furniture washed & BBQ cleaned Squadron bikes serviced Again thank you Members for all the major and minor tasks undertaken.

130 27 September 2010 GRAND FINAL DAY...'PART ONE'...WRAP UP 25th September, Jan Fielding, Monday, 27 September 2010 Heartbreak for some, a narrow escape for others. We had a great day at RMYS watching this breathtaking Grand Final 5 minutes is so long in footy terms... Whether you followed the Magpies; or the Saints, or one of the other 14 teams (who were all supporting the Saints), this was a really exciting day. We witnessed the third only drawn Grand Final in history. The roof nearly shot off in the last 10 minutes of the game all eyes were on the screens. Very exciting! The food&desire Bundy Toss went very well. Todd had some outside assistance when a friend knocked his coin so it was touching the bottle. Pretty hard for someone else to win from there!! Although some did try. Well done Todd. Jan Fielding won second goal with Stephen Milne (no one had Darren Jolly who kicked the first goal). Dino Scungio had Lenny Hayes and collected the prize for Norm Smith Medallist. No one selected a draw so the pool jackpots for selecting the winner and winning margin to this Saturday. There are plenty of spots available for a selection (especially Collingwood 40 points or less if you re a not so cockie Magpie supporter this week). Cost remains $2.00 per selection. The Norm Smith Medal winner and First Goal rules will change this week, due to a lack of lead in time following the Sail Past. No lucky dip this week you get to select your choice in each category. Of course players names can only be selected once, so get in early. This will cost you $5.00 per selection with all the pool going to the winner. Sale of these selections will begin at 9.30 am (Look for Amanda and her trusty tin).

131 28 September 2010 GRAND FINAL DAY IS ON AGAIN!!! In conjunction with Opening RMYS 2nd OCTOBER Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 28 September 2010 Come along to the Olympic Bar after the Opening Day formalities to enjoy the fun & games of the AFL Grand Final Day all over again. Same Sweeps but we have changed the rules a little...plus there is a Jackpot from last week to WIN!!!! We will be conducting sweeps again this week, however the rules have changed a little. For the Norm Smith Medal and First Goal you can choose the winner (rather than drawing a name out of a bowl). It

132 will cost $5.00 a go. Be early. Amanda will be at the Club from around 9.30 am, and will be selling. Total pool in each category will go to the winners. The Winner and by what margin has jackpotted from last week. No one predicted a draw! For all you cockie Magpie fans there are plenty of spots below 40 points to choose from. It s still $2.00 a go. There s $100 in the kitty from last week, so it s definitely worth winning. As always the Bundy Toss will be held at half time. All proceeds go to Junior Sailing. Always a fun afternoon. No need to book just come along and enjoy the day with your crew mates and friends. 29 September 2010 REVISED START TIME FOR OPENING DAY IS 09:30hours 2nd October, Peter Dawson, Wednesday, 29 September 2010 GET READY...SET...GO... Into season 2010/2011. The Opening Day spectacular will be on 2nd October,2010. ARE YOU READY????? It is going to be a great day with lots of firsts!!! ROOFTOP OPENING 9.30 LIBRARY OPENING 9.50 SEASON OPENING (IN THE HARBOUR ROOM) SAIL PASS BE FIRST TO WIN THE PRIZES GRAND FINAL REMATCH (IN THE OLYMPIC BAR) more details to follow. Book the day in your calendar and notify your crew. Cost $55 per person which includes an Entree & Main Meal, drinks bar prices. Click on the link for Orders of the Day. Click here for Orders of the Day

133 30 September 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 30 September 2010 Last Saturday was the final of the Winter Mixed race and Alistair Hart the race officer sent the fleet around an interesting course, set to just the right length to get everyone back to the club to watch the Grand Final. The Midweek Mariners Series III race 7 was raced around a full green course (yet again) and was sailed in a knot Southerly. It was David Croke's first race as a Race Officer and was assisted well by Selwyn Stokes. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Winter Mixed Series Saturday 25th September Race 4 IRC AMS PHD 1st Mrs Overnewton Silk Tigris 2nd Gienah Tigris Silk 3rd Take Five Take Five Mid Week Mariners Series 111 Wednesday 29th September Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd PHD San Miguel Astarte Ceilidh Lass Lodders Best Starts Tigris 2 sec Jazz Player & Eureka 8 secs General News: Ceilidh Lass 11 secs Boags have come on board as sponsors of A blonde moment they will provide a prize each week. Congratulations and welcome on board. The NOR and online entries are now available on the website with the first Twilight race this Wednesday 6th October.

134 The first laid course will be the 9th October Bert Watts Trophy and we are looking for three volunteers to help us run are laid course if you are interested please contact Tim Wagland on or 4 October 2010 THE BEST VIEW IN MELBOURNE!! PJ & David Green Jan Fielding, Monday, 4 October 2010 The Roof Top function space at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron was officially opened on Saturday 2 October In conjunction with the Opening Day of the 135 th year of Sailing at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, the club officially opened its newly refurbished catering space on the roof of the building. For many years there has been talk of creating a dedicated function and catering area on the roof of RMYS, but for the start of our 135 th year, it has actually happened. Over recent months, the cub has shored the roof surface to create the strength for increased foot traffic together with strength and stability for tables, chairs, a mobile bar, lighting and decorations, umbrellas or a Marquee. The views from the roof are spectacular. Not only is there at 360 degree view from the roof taking in Port Phillip, the city skyline, the vista of Fitzroy Street and the beaches of St. Kilda, Elwood, Middle Park and Port Melbourne, but as evening falls the sunset and the surrounding lights are spectatcular. The new roof top function space was an immediate success. The Opening of the 135 th Sailing season started with complimentary champagne on the roof for members and guests. We couldn t have had a better day. The sun shone, it was warm and we had little or no breeze. The roof top space also provided a convenient spot for RMYS members to celebrate the Grand Final win and was the venue later the same day for wedding photographs and RMYS members watching and photographing a spectacular sunset. The roof top function space will be a valuable addition to the facilities available to RMYS members. It is available to members, friends and family for use and the protocols and booking procedure will soon be in place. Look out for RMYS social activities soon to be planned for the new area. Twilight barbecues? Yoga? Movies? Or just a glass of champagne? Stay tuned. Photographs by Andrew Johnson

135 Stuart Tait Chappy, Ian Gray & Jan Hurst Amanda Wakeham & Fiona Cunningham Yard from the roof top 5 October 2010 FRIDAY DINNER MENU 22nd October Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 5 October 2010 Sirloin steak with roast root vegetables and mustard sauce ~ $23 ~ Roast kingfish with potato terrine and salad ~ $19 ~ Duck and quince pie with split pea puree and salad ~ $18 ~ Beetroot risotto, orange, fennel salad ~ $17 ~ New york cheese cake with vanilla ice cream and berry compote ~ $12 ~ ROYAL MELBOURNE YACHT SQUADRON CELEBRATES IT S 135TH OPENING DAY Father James Minchin Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 5 October 2010 On Saturday 2 October 2010 in glorious sunshine, Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron celebrated the Opening Day of it's 135th year of sailing on Port Phillip. The day started with complimentary glasses of champagne on the recently refurbished function space on the roof of the Royal Melbourne building.

136 With 360 degree views, the still breeze and the food&desire staff pouring drinks, the gathering on the roof provided an ideal start to the day. Approximately 60 RMYS members mingled with guests and invited dignitaries including the Mayor of the City of Port Phillip Frank O Connor, State Member for Albert Park Martin Foley, Dr Jane Shelton the Chief of Staff for Federal Member Michael Danby, Sonja Bertotto from Parks Victoria, Serge Thomann our local Ward Councillor, and Ross Kilborn the CEO of Yachting Victoria. We were also joined on the roof by our special guests for the day, Carole Hawes, Stephen Hawes and his partner Wendy Robertson, Bert Ferris the RMYS historian and his friend Pat Jeffrey. From the roof, we moved to the Harbour Room for an early lunch. Approximately 130 members and guests attended the lunch which was a fabulous turn up, given the juggernaut of the competing AFL Grand Final. The lunch was hosted by Vice Commodore Linda Goldsmith and Commodore Stuart Tait with special presentations made in recognition of the years of service by historian Bert Ferris and a presentation to the newly appointed 2010/2011 RMYS Cadet Captain Stephen Everton. We were privileged again this year to have Father James Minchin from Christ Church St. Kilda attend our lunch to conduct the traditional blessing of the Fleet ceremony. Club member of the year Rob Murraylee obliged by reading the poem Sea Fever. From the Harbour Room our members and guests moved on to Port Phillip for the blessing of the fleet and the dedication of the new Club inflatable rib to Past Commodore and staunch RMYS supporter Marshall Hawes. In a unanimous decision by our judges Serge Thomann and Carole Hawes, the best dressed boat award was given to Michael Culhane and his crew on Weekend Option. Michael and his crew dressed as characters from the movie Shrek and not many of us recognised Harry Leggett and Fiona Cunnigham, the costumes were so convincing. The traditional water bombs were thrown as the Flag officers and guests returned to the pier on William Patterson ably driven and crewed by Peter Symes and Tom Ely. The Royal Melbourne members, boats and guests returned to the club house safely in time to watch the first bounce of the AFL Grand Final. It was a fabulous day, relaxed, friendly and well supported by members and guests alike. We can look forward to the 2010/2011 sailing and social year at RMYS with confidence that the next 12 months will be successful and equally as friendly and social as the Opening Day. Photographs by Andrew Johnson Bert Ferris Opens the Library Mayor Frank O'Connor Stephen Everton Take Five leads the Fleet

137 Sail Pass Fleet Juniors in the Sail Pass Cainie Stephen Everton & Crew Tim Wagland Big Blokes on a Little Boat Weekend Option White Swan Collingwood supporters celebrating the AFL Grand Final Win in St Kilda 7 October 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 7 October 2010 Race 7 of the Mid Week Mariners was abandoned due to storm warnings, however the first race of the Twilight Series went ahead as scheduled Race 1 of the UNI Pro was sailed in between storm fronts. We had nine starters and was raced over a short course. Dont forget the MOB Lecture on Saturday 9th CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS UNI Pro Twilight Series Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Cloud Nine New Morning II Matrix

138 Best Starts General News: Equal Cloud Nine & New Morning II 1 second Sublime 4 secs This Saturday is the Bert Watts Trophy with a scheduled start of 1400hrs and it will be a laid course. Also on Saturday we will have a MOB lecture commencing at 11am in the Wet Bar. The lecture will be given by Leigh Brennan Smith. 8 October 2010 UNi PRO MARINE PRODUCT RANGE FOR RMYS Jan Fielding, Friday, 8 October 2010 UNi PRO have lauched a range of products for use around and on your boats to achieve the best quality finish. Check out the range, fill out the order form and send to the office team to purchase product at special discounted rates of 15% off these list prices. Click here for the Product Range & Order Form 9 October 2010 VOLUNTEERS REQUIRED 16th October Tim Wagland, Saturday, 9 October 2010

139 RMYS require volunteers for the first Club Marine Range Race to be held on the 16th October We require on water volunteers to help out on William Paterson and Albatross helping us in various capacities. Please contact Tim Wagland on Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron require volunteers for the first Range Race to be held on the 16 October 2010 We require on water volunteers to help out on William Paterson and Albatross helping us in various capacities. MARINA UPDATE Marina Update Jan Fielding, Saturday, 9 October 2010 IT'S ALL HAPPENING!!!!!! GEO SEISMIC DRILLING UPDATE FROM PARKS INCREASED ENQUIRIES THE MARKETING CAMPAIGN LOCAL BUSINESSES SUPPORT RMYS. CLICK here for the latest news on the Marina NEW ST KILDA BOATING AND SWIMMING ZONES Jan Fielding, Saturday, 9 October 2010 Click here for Park's Victoria Map Revised Swimming & Boating Zones for St Kilda

140 10 October 2010 HEAD HUNT: WANTED VOLUNTEERS WITH AN ABILITY TO THINK CREATIVELY!! Jan Fielding, Sunday, 10 October 2010 Volunteers are invited to join the RMYS Membership Sub Committee. Get involved in your Club. We are re inventing the Membership sub committee at RMYS and all enquiries are welcome. The goal of the Membership sub committee is, strangely enough, to increase Membership for RMYS. RMYS would like more members available to muck around on boats, explore destination sailing, race or just enjoy the facilities of the Club and the sunset from the balcony. To assist with increasing the RMYS membership, we are re inventing a specific Membership subcommittee. We are interested in recruiting to the sub committee RMYS members of all levels, particularly members who have the time and willingness to think creatively, have an opinion and be willing to meet/greet, discuss revised membership structures and consider Membership benefits. Meetings will be at RMYS as required but a minimum of monthly. All enquiries please to ; Vice Commodore Linda Goldsmith on ( bus ) or Jan Hurst in the RMYS office on October 2010 MARINE RADIO COURSE your last opportunity to get qualified before the summer season Correct VHF marine radio procedure is an essential boating skill Jan Fielding, Monday, 11 October 2010

141 Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy will be conducting it's final Marine Radio Operators course for 2010 commencing Tuesday 9th November, to 2100 hours Click here for Booking Form If you ve got a big summer of boating planned here s your chance to unlock the safety potential of your VHF and/or HF marine radio and become a licenced radio operator. Held over 4 or 5 mid week nights this informative course has received very positive feedback by many RMYS members who are now marine radio operators along other boaties from outside the Squadron. Subjects include: distress calling, routine calling, radio procedure, marine radio usage and maintenance, marine battery maintenance, Digital Selective Calling & use of MMSI s, EPIRBS, Search & Rescue. etc. The course include interesting practical exercises as well. You can choose from VHF marine radio (4 nights $220) suitable for local boating needs or the HF/MF/VHF radio course(5 nights $260) suitable for offshore users. Course fees include the official text book, exam and licence (which are issued on behalf of the Commonwealth by the Office of Maritime Communications). Remember all marine radio users (except 27 mhz) must be licenced. If you re the skipper and the only qualified radio operator maybe it s a good idea for your crew to also become qualified marine radio operators. It could be your life they re saving! Booking forms and an information sheet are on the Training page of the RMYS website. If you have any questions please contact Leigh Brennan Smith, Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy, Phone: (Training Office) or mobile or training@rmys.com.au 14 October 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 14 October 2010 All 3 Races were completed this week. Next week will be the last race for the Mid Week Mariners Series. With the start of the new season please ensure that all paperwork is up to date...refer to the notes under 'General News'. If you have a 'Block' Race Entry for Summer your 6 free Sail Passes are available for collection from the Office. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Bert Watts Trophy Saturday 9th October

142 The race was run from the Tower with the wind a light 7 11 knots for the South IRC AMS PHD 1st Salamander III Salamander III Matador 2nd Jazz player Jazz player Take One 3rd Gienah Matador Matrix Mid Week Mariners Series 111 Wednesday 13th October The race was run over a full course Green in a light SW wind of 5 12 knots Race 9 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Matador Eureka Tigris Lodders Best Starts San Miguel 4 sec Equal Tigris & Matador 5 secs Take One 6 secs UNI Pro Twilight Series Wednesday 13th October Raced in a 5 8 knot SSE wind on a Green 5 course Race 2 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Tigris Gienah Matador Best Starts Silicon Chip 3 secs Matador 5 secs Equal Spirit & Tigris 6 secs General News: This Sunday we have the Novice skippers race starting at 1100hrs all those that are interested please contact the RMYS office. The Columbia Yacht Association are also running a race this Sunday anyone interested please contact the RMYS office. Safety Declarations All boats racing this weekend must have submitted a Safety Declaration before racing failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS

143 15 October 2010 SUMMER SEASON ON LINE ENTRY IS NOW AVAILABLE New Summer Season Tim Wagland, Friday, 15 October 2010 The Summer season is fast approaching and the on line entries are now available. The summer season starts with the first Twilight race on Wednesday 6th October. The Notice of race and on line entry is now available on the RMYS website. Notice of Race Click here On Line entry For Saturday races For Wednesday races Boat owners are reminded that the following documents must be submitted to Tim Wagland, Race Director/Sail Administrator to complete the race entry. Safety Compliance Checklist for the highest safety category you require based on the races you enter. Safety Compliance Checklists are available from the Yachting Cictoria Website. AMS racting certificate (for boats entering AMS competitions) IRC rating certificate (for boats entering IRC competitions) We wish to advise all skippers and sailors that they must be financial in order to be qualified to sail. As per the Sailings Instructions 1.5 (c) Crew declarations are mandatory and if not completed or if a crew member is not financial (not eliglible) we reserve the right to disqualify the boats entry to a single race or series. We seek your assistance and support all times. Proof of Insurance cover Boat owners are also reminded that an RMYS boat racing in an RMYS event whose owner/part owner or with RMYS crew with an account in arrears may be disqualified (DSQ) or prohibited from racing.

144 16 October 2010 CLUB MARINE RANGE SERIES RACE Tim Wagland, Saturday, 16 October 2010 Race one of the Marine Range is postponed for today. However a non series, non point score race will be conducted today for the McCutcheon Cup and is open to all boats and will be conducted at RYCV. Other Links /site/yachting/rmys/downloads/notice to Competitors No 2 CMS One 2010.pdf FOR SALE 4 DRAWER FILING CABINET Jan Fielding, Saturday, 16 October 2010 Members are invited to purchase the filing cabinets on display in the Wet Bar. The cost is $70 each including GST which will be forwarded to the Junior Sailing Program. Contact Jan Hurst in the office and remember it's first in best dressed. 18 October 2010 HELLY HANSEN VIP SAIL on the 4th and 5th of Hardware Lane Jan Fielding, Monday, 18 October 2010 RMYS Members will be able to receive 20% off current sail items and special deals on baselayer and accessories such as the Hardware Lane Store

145 Other Links VIP Sail for RMYS Sailors 19 October 2010 WINDWARD II Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 19 October 2010 Windward II has been undergoing some major works. Click here for the Windward II website Windward II was built in Hobart in 1929 of the finest Australian timbers. She measures 44 ft on the deck and 54 ft 6 ins LOA. Windward II spent most of her time on Sydney harbour. She raced with distinction during the 1930's and 40's winning several major championships in the hands of businessman J M Hardie before advances in yacht design reduced her ability to compete. After spending time in Brisbane, she came to Melbourne in 1990 where she races against classic yachts of her vintage. Windward II has had her anti foul removed and her corking removed and some of her fixings replaced. She is also having some of her deck planks repaired and the deck is also being re corked, having her varnish recoated and the free board repainted.

146 20 October 2010 WHERE'S RICCY?? Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 20 October 2010 Some of you might have noticed Riccy Jamieson from Downunder Marine hasn't been around lately. Every few years you find nice new mooring lines, springs and shackles safely berthing your yacht, Riccy s role with Downunder Marine at RMYS is to repair, maintain and assist new vessels to the marina. Riccy works constantly on ensuring your yachts mooring lines are in good condition. Earlier this year Riccy rolled her ankle while working in the yard. After some time Riccy was still having issues with her ankle and after further scans it was found she had torn a tendon from her ankle. At the start of August Riccy had surgery to reconnect the tendon. Riccy should be returning to RMYS in the coming weeks. ROAD CLOSURE 21st November Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 20 October 2010 Please find attached a notification in regards to Super Sprints forthcoming Gatorade Triathlon Series Race 1, which will take place at Catani Gardens on Sunday 21 November Other Links Super Sprint Road Closure

147 21 October 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 21 October 2010 Last Saturdays race was abandoned due to inclement weather. The next Club Marine Series race will be held on 6th November and will be run by HBYC. With the start of the new season please ensure that all paperwork is up to date...refer to the notes under 'General News'. If you have a 'Block' Race Entry for Summer your 6 free Sail Passes are available for collection from the Office. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Mid Week Mariners Series 111 Wednesday 20th October Terry Hill sent the fleet around on a full course red in a 8 10 knot southerly breeze Race 10 FINAL 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Tigris Matrix Charlotte Lodders Best Starts Take One 0 sec Equal Eureka & Spellbound 5 secs San Miguel 6 secs Mid Week Mariners Series Results FINAL 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Tigris San Miguel Ceildh Lass UNI Pro Twilight Series Wednesday 20th October David Croke sent the Fleet around on a Green 1 Course Race 3 FINAL 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Caffe Latte Matador Tigris Best Starts Addiction 0 secs Pocahontas 5 secs Silicon Chip 7 secs General News:

148 Horizon Sails elapsed time winner (3 rd fastest) was Addiction minutes Congratulation to David Croke for qualifying as a Race Officer his help in running races will be greatly appreciated (when his not sailing on his boat Shadow Dancer) This weeks race is to be an Eastern Laid Course and run by RYCV the start time is 1400hrs. Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS LIPTON CUP REGATTA RYCV 20th & 21st November Jan Fielding, Thursday, 21 October 2010 Reserve the weekend, it's Lipton Cup time. November sees the premier pre Christmas event on Port Philip staged at RYCV. Make sure your entry is in as soon as possible. There are already 80 entries with 10 days to go and expect over 100 competitors. Competitor packs for skippers will be available from RYCV, for RYCV and HBYC entries, other club entries will be shipped to your club if you are entered by Sunday 14th November. If you are a later entry we will be in touch to advise you of arrangements for pick up of the pack. For more information, contact the RYCV office by phone on or rycv@rycv.asn.au Click here for more info. and Online Entry for the Lipton Cup Regatta

149 22 October 2010 ORVC LATITUDE SERIES 20th November Jan Fielding, Friday, 22 October 2010 The Latitude Series encourages yachties new to ocean racing to get started! Mentoring is available from experienced ocean sailors and the competitor support seminar includes information on: safety requirements, yacht preparation, crew management and ocean racing evolution. Latitude Seminar:Thursday 11th RBYC 7.30pm Latitude Ocean Race: Saturday 20th November BYS SYC Pursuit Race: Sunday 21st November Notice of Race and online entry is now available at For all enquiries ring Tanya or Sally at ORCV Click here for OCRV Web Site 24 October 2010 GENERAL MEMBERS MEETING 28th October Jan Fielding, Sunday, 24 October 2010 The next members meeting is scheduled for 1900 hours on Thursday 28 October As per last year's trial we will minimise formal reporting to encourage an open forum to give members greater opportunity to raise questions and to discuss issues that impact on the squadron, current and future. Modest catering will be provided including drinks. The next members meeting is scheduled for 1900 hours on Thursday 28 October Members are invited to come and raise issues or seek clarification on the activities of the Squadron. Issues and activities on the agenda of General Committee are:

150 The marina is progressing and members would have noticed that marketing has begun. RMYS has been working with Parks Victoria to develop designs for the Southern Breakwater Extension and sea bed lease negotiations have begun. An update will be provided. The building masterplan has been out to consultation and a sub committee has been formed to develop the plan further. Members will notice that we have launched the roof space. Further developments include a bridal room and refurbished offices. The sailing committee has launched the 2010/2011 calendar and the Red Book is at the printers. The season offers new races and opportunities for members to get out sailing. What else should we offer? Committee is keen to hear from you what events you would like organised and strategies to retain and increase our membership. We are still to have a full complement on the Committee and there is opportunity for you to become involved. Unfortunately the recently announce position of Honorary Treasurer has been vacated and we are again seeking a member to take on the role of Treasurer. Join us and bring your voice to engage with the future of your Squadron. Modest catering will be provided including drinks. Stuart Tait Commodore 27 October 2010 MIDWEEK MARINERS FINAL RESULTS Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 27 October 2010 After a long winter, the Midweek Mariners series has finished. Who won? After a long winter, during which one third of the Midweek Mariners series were abandoned due to unfavourable conditions, all the trophy winners have been decided. Ian Ewing Trophy Series winners: Series 1 Pocahontas Series 2 Matrix

151 Series 3 Tigris Eric Wareing Trophy San Miguel who competed in every race with a winning score of 145 from Tigris on 164. Justine Trophy Tigris Lodders Trophy for Best start 1 st Tigris 2 nd Eureka YOUR BAY YOUR SAY 17th November Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 27 October 2010 Come to the City of Port Phillip's public consultation about the foreshore St Kilda Town Hall Auditorium Cnr Carlisle St and Brighton Road Wednesday, 17 November from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm RSVP essential please: rsvp@portphillip.vic.gov.au You can also have your say on our website. Please forward this to your friends, family and neighbours. For more information call the Foreshore Coordinator on Please let us know if you have any additional services. click here to have your say 28 October 2010 CRUISING INFORMATION 1900hrs 12th November Jan Fielding, Thursday, 28 October 2010 RMYS is holding an information night for all members interested in setting up a Cruising division within Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. The meeting will be held in the Bert Ferris Library.

152 There are some 200 yachts in the Marina. Many go racing on a Wednesday or Saturday, some go racing offshore, and even more go cruising. We want to establish a strong group of yachts, owners and other member s that are interested in day tripping, overnight trips, and even going beyond the Bay. You don t have to elect to be a racer or a cruiser, you can be both. It is all about the club catering to everyone s desires and objectives. You don t have to own a boat to be a cruiser, there are many boats looking for crew. Some suggested activities Keynote speaker and vendor events/information sessions on a Friday night along with dinner. Creation of a web page related to cruising. Day/evening trips to other clubs for a meal Night Navigation events Cruising to various events If you are interested in attending please contact Tim Wagland on in the RMYS Office or via racing@rmys.com.au SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 28 October 2010 There is a non aggregate race on Saturday with a start time of 1400hrs. Best of wishes and a safe race to all competitors in the Melbourne to Stanley race this week end. With the start of the new season please ensure that all paperwork is up to date...refer to the notes under 'General News'. If you have a 'Block' Race Entry for Summer your 6 free Sail Passes are available for collection from the Office. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS W.T. Crosbie Saturday 23th October This was the first laid course for the new sailing season with the race run by RYCV. 1st 2nd 3rd

153 PHD Addiction Mrs Overnewton Spellbound AMS Salamander III Addiction Silk IRC Salamander III Mrs Overnewton Espresso Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Wednesday 27th October Sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd Sunshine Astarte Matrix Best elapsed time sponsored by Horizon sails: Matrix Best start sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available: Addiction Half Ton Challenge: Astarte Dennis Livingston Measurement Pursuit Trophy Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd Silk Addiction Siren Spinnaker Twilight Series Sponsored by Helly Hansen Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd Safety Declarations Mrs Overnewton Salamander III Matador All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS

154 29 October 2010 GENERAL MEMBERS MEETING REPORT Jan Fielding, Friday, 29 October 2010 The meeting was only lightly attended but the messages delivered by Commodore Stuart Tait, Rear Commodore Ian Lodewyckx and Past Commodore Harry Leggett were very positive. Captain Phil Battey reported via Stuart Tait that a Cruising Divison Committee is being set up reporting to the Captain. First meeting planned for Nov in the library. Those who did attend enjoyed refreshments after the meeting in the Olympic Room. The agenda for the evening included a report on the progress on the Marina Development, Financial situation and membership. Please contact Peter Dawson at the office to enquire about becoming a Foundation Marina Member before November 30, If you wish to have any addition comment or detail from the meeting please Peter at manager@rmys.com.au a confirm your request.

155 30 October 2010 Melbourne Cup Day BAR OPEN AT 2 pm Horse around at RMYS Cup Day from 2 pm. Peter Dawson, Saturday, 30 October 2010 CUP DAY BAR HOURS The Olympic bar will be open from 2 pm CUP DAY so get your bets on and join your host Jamie for a bit of fun, or call in with all your winnings on your way back from the track. TOWER DUTY 30th October Jan Fielding, Saturday, 30 October 2010 An article written by Edwin Micallef who was in the Tower last Saturday. Last Saturday we saw a calm and smooth sea but by the time the race started the weather got somewhat worse with changing winds in the mid to top 20s, swells, waves and heavy rain that reduced the visibility down to less than 400 meters. Just before 2pm a classic boat race was winding down and some of these classic boats were just magnificent more so with the inclement weather for a back drop.

156 Today I had a stint inside the tower with Tim and Terrence and 8 boats (Chardonnay, Weekend Option, Spellbound, Silicon Chip, Tigris, Longshot and Mrs Overnewton) took part in the race because the Stanley Race was on and this reduced participation. The RMYS flag was hoisted indicating that the Tower is in business for a Squadron Laid Course No.25. The large yellow Number on black plates indicating Course No. 25 were placed next to the left hand side window pane of the tower and Tim announced the race number on the : must listen to, radio channel which conveyed this message to all the boats taking part. (The Squadron don t use a rescue boat during the race and the radio will announce any emergencies such as man overboard or sinking boat for others to help). Afterward all flags were prepared on the staff pole before it being raised horizontally between the 2 vertical poles one on each side of the tower. Just 5 minutes before the race was due to start at 14:00:00hrs the Class Flag (this was a combined race and the R for Romeo flag used) was raised under the RMYS flag and one short blast of the horn was sounded...(dit). Just 4 minutes before start of race at 13:56:00 hrs the prepare P for Papa flag was raised and another one short blast of the horn was sounded...(dit) Just 1 minute before start of race at 13:59:00 hrs the P flag was hastily lowered (removed) but this time one long blast of the horn was sounded (Dah) At 14:00:00 hrs the R combined class flag was hastily lowered (removed) and another short blast of the horn was sounded.(dit) signalling the start of the race and off went the boats. The horizontal flagstaff was lowered and all flags removed apart from the RMYS flag which stood alone on the west side pole of the tower. No sooner that the race started and the boats headed towards the North West buoy when they all disappeared out of sight into the dark grey rainy curtain similar to a heavy mist which seemed to swallow them like some black hole and transport them to where they reappeared later. Just under an hour a mighty large dark red spinnaker (Tigris) appeared down south of the tower, which looked very ominous as if a large pirate ship driven by ghosts was heading down to cause havoc Than one by one the other boats appeared with the smaller boats trailing which by now were falling further back. At this stage the wind shifted to the south and became stronger lapping heavily on the big rocks at the foot of the tower, as the occupants of the tower were observing the weather forecast change on their Lap Top which indicated stronger winds from the south east. At this stage Tim decided that the course

157 needs to be shortened and once the boats started the second sausage run, JUST in front of the tower and before the Starting buoy which now became the finishing buoy. The S for Sierra flag was raised on the left hand (east side of tower) side pole opposite the RMYC flag and the horn was sounded. However some boats kept going not realising that the course has been shortened. Shortly afterwards some boats started radioing the tower when they realised others have been watching the flags as required under rule 1.18 and had already turned back to their mooring pans. Two extra crew members were onboard this time (both Michaels and also Cherry) Weekend Option Weekend option just rounded with others following

158 Weekend Option will not stop me now The loneliness of responsibility

159 MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM US Jan Fielding, Saturday, 30 October 2010 We wish all RMYS members and their families a Merry Christmas and a safe summer sailing season. From your friendly RMYS office team 31 October 2010 WEB SITE MEMBERS SURVEY WE SEEK YOUR INPUT Peter Dawson, Sunday, 31 October 2010 RMYS marketing team are reviewing the web site functionality and design. We seek your input and advice. Please refer to the WWW SITE SURVEY on the home page of the site and complete the survey and also the attached word document shown below. The sample form gives you a clear outline of what we are looking for. If you have queries or other input on the web site pleas contact Jan Fielding on or janfielding@rmys.com.au. CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THE WEB SITE INFORMATION REQUEST SAMPLE AND CLICK HERE FOR THE Word Document to record your suggestions. Then please this to janfielding@rmys.com.au

160 WATCH THE WEDNESDAY TWILIGHT RACE FROM OUR ROOF TOP Peter Dawson, Sunday, 31 October 2010 food&desire presents Twilight Dinners at the Harbour Room. Come back after sailing. Or just head down to the club to enjoy some drinks on the roof top and watch the sun set. Our $22 Roast Banquet menu starts from 8pm in the Harbour Room, with the menu changing every week with a new roast meal. Chips available $6.00 Roast Roll $ November 2010 SIGNIFICANT DISCOUNTS ON MEMBERSHIP FEES FOR 'GO SAILING' MONTH Jan Fielding, Monday, 1 November 2010 A discount of $ will be offered to all new Senior, Crew and Social members joining RMYS in the month commencing from ' Go Sailing Day ' on 7 November This is a great chance for your friends, family or any non member crew to join the Club at a reduced cost. Could also be a very considerate Christmas Present! In conjunction with Go Sailing Day on Sunday 7 November, our Club is running a Membership Drive. We are offering a discount of $ on 3 classes of popular membership as follows ; 1. Senior Membership Nomination Fee reduced to $760.00, a saving of $ Free nomination for Crew Members, a saving of $ Social Membership reduced to $140.00, a saving of $115.00

161 The offer will commence on Go Sailing Day and remain until close of business on Tuesday 7 December Mention the offer to your friends, crew mates and family ; it s a great time to join RMYS and just in time for the summer racing and destination sailing season. LIMITED BERTHS FOR BYS Jan Fielding, Monday, 1 November 2010 You will have to be quick and keen to get a temporary berth at BYS this summer. Check out the offer attached and go to their link. Also let Jan Hurst know if you intend to take you boat out of your RMYS berth for any extended time and we will seek to rent it out for you with a reciprocal offer to BYS and other summer sailors. The rates would be in line with the RMYS current fees and not the BYS summer rates. Click here for Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron Web Site Other Links BYS Harbour Booking Form CHRISTMAS CRUISE 27th 31st December Jan Fielding, Monday, 1 November 2010 If you are thinking of going for a sail over Christmas, why not come along with other cruising members from RMYS. We are planning to sail to Mornington on Boxing day, stay the night and then on to Portsea to watch the start of the Hobart/Launceston races, follow the fleet after the start off Portsea pier and as they turn to

162 make their way south through the Heads, we will retire to Queenscliff where the plan is to stay for two nights. Dinner in the pub one night and Fish & Chips with white wine in the park the other night. During the extra day at Queenscliff, we shall sail over to Pope s eye for a snorkel then sail past Chinaman s hat (upwind) to have a look at the seal colony and then a stop at Sorrento or Blairgowrie for lunch, coffee and cake. We then plan to sail from Queenscliff up Coles channel to Portarlington to stay for the night where you cannot go past fresh mussels cooked up for dinner at The Old Duke. If you are interested in coming along, contact Patrick Worsley by patrickworsley@gmail.com You will need to make a booking at Queenscliff Marina soon as it gets book out over Christmas, so contact Patrick soon. This was last year, Fish & Chips in the park at Queenscliff

163 HULL CLEANING Jan Fielding, Monday, 1 November 2010 Hull Cleaning is available from the following divers: Simon Boyd from Fathom Marine Services mobile simon@fathommarine.com.au or Lloyd Hetrick mobile no lhetrick@optusnet.com.au 4 November 2010 LADIES AND MEN'S LOCKERS Peter Dawson, Thursday, 4 November 2010 Did you know? RMYS is the only club on the bay with LOCKERS for members. Sick and tired of carrying all your sailing gear to RMYS, why not rent a locker for $ a year All you are 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 to arrange your locker. Following our advice in April 2010 any unauthorised padlock on lockers in the men's or ladies change room will be removed next week and all items removed. If you do not wish this to happen contact Jan Hurst at the office on

164 Lockers along the north facing wall in the men's room will be removed for the installation of the Bridle Room. Jan will contact all holders of these lockers and arrange to relocate favourably. In addition, we have spare lockers available in both the men s and ladies change rooms for rent. BE QUICK TO GET ONE, NOW!! SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 4 November 2010 The Wednesday Twilight race was sailed in a SSW breeze of between knots. The race this Saturday is the CMR series Race 2 to be conducted by HBYC. DIV 2 and 3 will be run by RMYS and div 0 and 1 will be run by RYCV. With the start of the new season please ensure that all paperwork is up to date...refer to the notes under 'General News'. If you have a 'Block' Race Entry for Summer your 6 free Sail Passes are available for collection from the Office. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS RMYS Non aggregate Race Saturday 30th October 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Chardonnay Weekend Option Spellbound AMS Chardonnay Silion Chip Spellbound Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Wednesday 3rd November Sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Dalliance Take Five Rouseabout 3 Best elapsed time sponsored by Horizon sails: Remedy Best start sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available: Obession 4 secs Half Ton Challenge: Charlotte Dennis Livingston Measurement Pursuit Trophy

165 Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd Silicon Chip Take Five Remedy Spinnaker Twilight Series Sponsored by Helly Hansen Race 1 1st 2nd 3rd Safety Declarations Mrs Overnewton Spirit Eureka All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS 5 November 2010 CHRISTMAS LUNCH 12th December 2010****BOOKINGS CLOSED***** Jan Fielding, Friday, 5 November 2010 A jumping castle, face painting and a special guest dressed in red. Bring the kids to this fun day. It commences at noon so the young (and not so young) can play in the jumping castle and have their face painted. A traditional Christmas lunch will be served at around 1.00 pm, followed by a very special guest. This is also a great day to celebrate Christmas with your crew and friends in the convivial atmosphere of the Harbour Room with its panoramic views.

166 Remember to bring a present for Santa to give your child. We will also draw the raffle for the Christmas hampers. Cost is $55.00 per adult. Children $20.00 (4 13 years). MARINE DEALS DIRECT CHRISTMAS DISCOUNT FOR RMYS MEMBERS Marine Deals Jan Fielding, Friday, 5 November 2010 This discount entitles RMYS members, family and friends to 10% off their entire order. No minimum order required. Valid until 31/12/2010 or while stocks last. How to use: Simply insert the coupon code RMYSXMAS2010 during the online checkout and you will receive 10% off your order. Website address: CLICK here for marine deals direct web site 6 November 2010 TWILIGHT BBQ THIS COMING WEDNESDAY 1st December Jan Fielding, Saturday, 6 November 2010 food&desire presents the 1st Twilight BBQ of the season. Come back after sailing or come down to the club specially so we can serve you the food, the drink and the fun in the Harbour Room this Wednesday 1st December. $17 complete BBQ selection and Salad Special including: Porterhouse minute steak, Soy honey chicken skewer, Lamb sausage, Bacon Potato Salad, Green Salad and Bread $9 Sausage in bread and Salad

167 $5 Sausage in bread (Vegetarian option also available) 7 November 2010 Volunteers needed for Discover Sailing RMYS Sunday 11th November Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 7 November 2012 RMYS urgently seeks Volunteers to meet and greet members of the public for this event! The statewide Yachting Victoria 'Discover Sailing Day' will take place on Sunday, 11th November This day is one of Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron's main membership drives and its success relies on the generous support of our members. RMYS will again be involved in the 'Discover Sailing Day' promoted by Yachting Victoria. It has long been a significant day at RMYS with many people being introduced to our Club, the sport of Sailing and the social opportunities RMYS can provide. The activities on the day are being co ordinated by Rear Commodore Phil Battey, the RMYS Membership Committee and RMYS staff. To make the day work, we require volunteers to assist with the following: Boat Owners to take people for a sail Meet/greet Walking people out to boats Boat Drivers with a "Power Boat Handling Licence" Man the radio with a "VHF Radio Operator Licence" If you can assist on Sunday 11 November from 0900 hours. Please contact Allicia Rae or by at racing@rmys.com.au And of course, please encourage your friends, families and associates to come along and learn a bit about the sport and social side of the Squadron. Other Links

168 YV Discover Sailing 9 November 2010 GO SAILING RMYS AN ENORMOUS SUCCESS Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 9 November 2010 Despite the gloomy weather forecast,over 150 guests came through the doors of RMYS on Sunday 7th November to take part in 'Go Sailing' day, a state wide and Yachting Victoria sponsored introduction to sailing and yacht clubs. Our day started at 8.00 am with Jan Hurst, Jan Fielding and Tim Wagland opening our doors and setting up the Olympic Room. A briefing was held for our fabulous member/volunteers at 9.00 am and our guests started arriving from 9.30 am. Over 100 people were taken for a sailing experience, including a family of Japanese tourists pulled from St Kilda Pier! They ranged in age from 7 years to 60 s and without exception they all returned, enthused, appreciative for the opportunity and keen to learn more. We had 9 boats sailing and many more volunteers engaged as walkers, meet and greet, work boat drivers and Mike Grabowsky all day as Squadron radio base. The atmosphere in the Squadron was fabulous, ably supported by Jamie Spurr and the food&desire team with our General Manager, Peter Dawson acting as barbecue chef and greeting people to the Club. It was fabulous meeting newer members coming in as volunteers. We signed up 13 new members on the day and I am sure that the Wednesday twilight s will immediately have an influx of people wanting to experience sailing again. The Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy also played an active part in the day and Leigh and his wife Julie took bookings and many enquiries. A BIG BIG thank you to all our volunteers and members who just turned up to support and welcome the guests. A special thank you to Jan Hurst, Jan Fielding, Tim Wagland, Peter Dawson, food&desire and our boat owners. I left the Club house at 7.30 pm and many guests remained, still enjoying the view and RMYS hospitality.

169 Marg & Fiona BBQ Chefs for our RMYS Volunteers Ian volunteer Boat driver for "Go Sailing" Day

170 11 November 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 11 November 2010 Last night's Twilight Race was sailed in a south Westerly of between 15 to 21 knots and we had a good fleet of 39 boats for both divisions. This Saturday is the Lord Forster Trophy conducted by the RYCV and it will be an Eastern Laid course and will start at 1400hrs. On the 20th November for those that are not competing in the Lipton Regatta or the Latitude race, RMYS will conduct a non aggregate race off the tower which will be a combined start with spinnakers starting at 1400hrs. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Wednesday 10th November Sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Seaya Obsession Portofino Best elapsed time sponsored by Horizon sails: Addiction Best start sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available: Addiction Half Ton Challenge: Ceilidh Lass Dennis Livingston Measurement Pursuit Trophy Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd Ceilidh Lass Addiction Take Five Spinnaker Twilight Series Sponsored by Helly Hansen Race 3 1st 2nd 3rd Safety Declarations Mrs Overnewton Salamander lll Eureka

171 All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS 15 November 2010 OBSESSIONS, GULLS & BUOYS Jan Fielding, Monday, 15 November 2010 Commodore Stuart Tait was recently interviewed by George Ierodiaconou for The Weekly Review. The article covers Stuart's passion for sailing at Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron and why it's so addictive to all of us. Other Links The Weekly Review

172 16 November 2010 DINNER MENU FRIDAY 26th November Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 16 November 2010 Come to dinner this friday night in the Olympic Room. Grilled porterhouse, fried chat potaoes with rosemary salt, red wine jus, green bean salad ~ $19.00 ~ Garlic chilli prawns, Asian salad and jasmine rice ~ $18.00 ~ Beetroot & three cheese tortelloni with cedro crumbs & spinach garlic sauce ~ $16.00 ~ Vanilla creme brulee, maple syrup ~ $10.00 ~ 18 November 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 18 November 2010 A good fleet of Forty Two yachts competed in last night's Twilight Races in 5 10 knots from the SSW. On the 20th November for those that are not competing in the Lipton Regatta or the Latitude race RMYS will conduct a non aggregate race combined start with spinnakers from the On the 5 December we have a Novice Skippers race beginning at 1030hrs the race will start from the Tower it will be an all in start but a white Sail race if you are interested please contact Tim in the Office. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Wednesday 17th November

173 Sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd PHC Beyond Outrageous Siren Chickara Outlaw Forth fastest elapsed time sponsored by Horizon sails: Seaya Best start sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available: Nuevo Half Ton Challenge: Charlotte Dennis Livingston Measurement Pursuit Trophy Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd Siren Take Five Silicon Chip Spinnaker Twilight Series Sponsored by Helly Hansen Race 4 1st 2nd 3rd Safety Declarations Tigris Matador Mrs Overnewton All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS 22 November 2010 GIENAH WINS DIVISION 'B' IN THE LIPTON REGATTA Tim Wagland, Monday, 22 November 2010

174 Well done to Rod Miller and the crew of Gienah winning Division B PHD of the Lipton Regatta. Other Links Lipton Cup Divison 'B' Results (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) 24 November 2010 RMYS SUCCEEDS IN THE LATITUDE OCEAN SERIES Jan Fielding, Wednesday, 24 November 2010 Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron was well represented in last weekends Latitude Ocean Series. Overall Series Results(2 races) 1st Chikara Outlaw 3rd Beyond Outrageous 6th Addiction 11th Deliverance Great effort of a fleet of 11 to have 4 RMYS boats. Great to see Deliverance out for a first run in preparation for M2L. Click here for Latitude Ocean series Results

175 Chikara Outlaw (above) 1st in PHS in the Latitude Ocean Race Beyond Outrageous (above) 3rd place PHS

176 Addiction (above) 6th in PHS 25 November 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 25 November 2010 Last Saturday was an ideal day for racing and also a busy one, besides the Lipton Cup (RYCV) & the Latitude Race (ORCV)RMYS ran a Non Aggregate race with 12 starters. Course 27 was selected in an attempt to keep competitors away from the Latitude race. Wednesday Twilight was run on a full course Red with the wind gusting to 26 knots at the start, then moderating to 8 12 knots during the course of the race. A westerly change came through at the finish affecting the last three finishers. Thank you to all the Volunteers who help on Saturday's and Wednesday's, your assistance is greatly appreciated.

177 Don't forget this Saturday is the Cactus Cup starting at 1100hrs from the Tower with Squadron Courses being utilized. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Non Aggregate Race Saturday 20th November 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Dalliance Seaya Red Dog AMS Red Dog Spellbound Avanale IRC Red Dog Mrs Overnewton Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Wednesday 24th November Sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available Race 5 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Pocahontas Tina Of Melbourne Astarte Fifth fastest elapsed time sponsored by Horizon sails: Best start sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available: Seaya Addiction Half Ton Challenge: Astarte Dennis Livingston Measurement Pursuit Trophy Race 5 1st 2nd 3rd Ceilidh lass Take Five Addiction Spinnaker Twilight Series Sponsored by Helly Hansen Race 5 1st 2nd 3rd Safety Declarations Eureka Mood Indigo Mrs Overnewton All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS

178 LOVE IS CERTAINLY IN THE AIR AT RMYS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 25 November 2010 Alan Watkins (absentee member) and Jude White tied the knot in Barbados on the 24th November 2010.No one knew (not even their 'real' parents). Along with Chappy and Lee, and Andy and Kath s recent engagements, Alan Watkins has now tied the knot with Jude White (a co worker from London). Al was a regular member of the crew of Keith O Donnell s Wavelength and then Matrix before heading to London for 18 months. I believe he s been there now for around 4 years. You can view the photos of the wedding at The wedding was kept a secret from their families, and from Al s adopted Aussie Ma (me). By now Al will have notified all on his list. Al and Jude were here in March/April this year, and hopefully are planning to return to our shores (for good) later in Amanda Wakeham

179 26 November 2010 SUSSAN FUN RUN 5th December Jan Fielding, Friday, 26 November 2010 Team RMYS are in training to compete in the Sussan Fun Run for 2010 in support of the Breast Cancer Network. CLICK here for the Online Entry form (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) Fee Cunningham, Julie Davis, Lee McRae and Amanda Wakeham have entered the 10 km walk to take place on Sunday, 5 December 2010, representing the Squadron. An estimated 5,000 women are expected to participate in this event. We would welcome additional participants to join Team RMYS in this 10 km fun walk. The walk commences in Catani Gardens (at 7.30 am), heading north to Kerford Road, then south to Point Ormond and return to Catani Gardens. Sussan goody bag included in registration fee ($59). It promises to be a fun morning (approximately 2 hour walk), good exercise and lots of laughs. Please contact one of the above if you would like to join us. (Find us in the Red Book).

180 28 November 2010 THE LATEST ON THE NEW RMYS Jan Fielding, Sunday, 28 November 2010 Boat owners need to act now to avoid missing out on a place in the new floating marina at RMYS, scheduled to be constructed in With over 60% of the long term pen leases already reserved, interest in the short term leases building rapidly, and an advertising campaign about to kick off in The Age and Financial Review, time is running out for those members wanting a berth. Other Links Marina Update

181 29 November 2010 CACTUS CUP REVIEW & IT'S ORIGINS Jan Fielding, Monday, 29 November 2010 Despite the weather the Cactus Cup was a huge success. The Olympic Room was packed, with overflow into the Harbour Room. Copious amounts of mussels and frankfurts were served up to the hungry sailors at around 1400 hrs last Saturday. f&d were working at a hectic pace in the kitchen to keep them coming. At around mid afternoon Peter Dawson and f&d staff were roaming the room offering more mussels and little boys to members. Finally, I believe, the remaining stocks were served up to the stragglers at around 1900 hrs. The atmosphere was fabulous. The Olympic Room was crowded, overflowing into the Harbour Room. The weather was pretty terrible, so we couldn't use any of the balconies, the roof or the wet bar. Luckily we coped extremely well and everyone had plenty to eat. But whats the story behind the race? THE CACTUS CUP STORY THE SQUADRON S MOST HISTORIC AND PRESTIGEOUS EVENT Introduction: It was during the early stages of the great depression of , that this story was simulated to the conditions at the then Royal St Kilda Yacht Club when, during the yachting season there were very few

182 trophies due to the lack of money. At that time a lot of members were out of work and each Monday would front up for the jobs that were offering, or for those who missed out, it was back to the dole queue or as many put it Back to the Cactus. The Story: Years ago a story was told of a donkey which lived in the desert. The standard of living was poor and the main course on the menu when things got tough was cactus. One day, during his wanderings he came to a high fence. On the other side of the fence was lush grass and all sorts of vegetation and animals in prime condition. The donkey said to a horse. Things look good in there, how does one get in?. The horse said, Go down to the end of this fence, turn left and you will come to a gate, there will be someone at the gate, ask to get in. The donkey went to the end of the fence, found the gate and asked to get in. The horse at the gate said What do you want to come in for?, all of us are geldings!. The donkey said, If that is the case, it is back to he cactus for me. The Tradition : The Cactus Trophy event, free of race entry fees, was conceived by H.A. (Toby) Armstrong, backed by Bert Bryant, Ivor Bowles and Jim Thorpe. It was first contested March 25, 1922, when 9 yachts on sealed handicaps competed over a 5 mile rectangular course for a small trophy donated by Jim E. Thorpe and the winning crew of the yacht Helen, skippered by D. Dowse, later entertained at a café by the instigators of the event. The next contest was April 12, 1930, for yet another small trophy donated by Jim Thorpe and the crew of the winning yacht Petrel, skippered by Stan Gamble, had to arrange for a mussel supper to the extent of trophy money at an informal musical evening held in the spar room. From then on contests for Cactus Trophies donated and presented by Jim Thorpe, became an annual event. Soon the format became that the crew of the winning yacht were later on to collect mussels from the pier, cook them in tubs in the traverser pit for a no charge formal presentation, supper and entertainment evening held in the spar room, on the first Saturday of July, towards which the Club provided a keg of beer annually. Member Bob Ellis had a special song for the occasions. Up at Tumba Bloody Rumba shooting Kanga Bloody Roo s. On one occasion the supper was held in the Club lounge, at which members were permitted to invite a guest. For reason this broke tradition it proved a failure to revert back to the spar room in the years to follow. Jim Thorpe, no doubt inspired by the interest taken in the event annually, decided to purchase a Perpetual Cup to be named the Cactus Cup. As guest of honour at the Cactus Cup evening May 1940, by then a formal dinner suit function in the spar room. He presented, the cup along with replica, to Barney Snider who won with Eun na mara. The supper on that occasion and the following year, along with the traditional mussels consisted of crayfish, cocktail frankfurts, savouries, greens and potato chips. Soon in the interests of the event, as many did not want to win, and have to collect and prepare the mussels, entries became few, resulting in a change of format being made, that the crew of the yacht that finished last, were to gather and cook the mussels in the traverser pit, this change brought about a marked revival in interest and entrants.

183 Following the death of Jim. E. Thorpe in 1940, the Cup along with annual replicas were then provided for and as was tradition, presented on the night of the supper by Ivor Bowles until his death in In time for reason of pollution, the collecting of mussels from the pier was discontinued, so Otto Meik, the new provider, decided that the format be changed, with the supper, consisting of bottled mussels, frankfurts, buttered bread be held in the yacht storage area under the Club building immediately following the event. A further change came about following the death of Otto Meik in 1979, and with no provider forthcoming, and finances in the club at a low, especially trophy funds, the Squadron broke tradition by introducing race entrant fees. Again in the mid nineties an attempt was made to hold the function in the Club lounge following the event, this again proving unpopular with the members. By the early nineteen ninety s Cactus Cup functions had developed into a popular party as the result of making use of tables and chairs in the yard, this encouraged members to invite their wives and friends to join them following the race. The tradition of providing a feast of mussels, cocktail frankfurts and buttered bread following the event will no doubt continue as long as the Club exists. The date of the event moved forward to December in 1992, rather than January as was the previous practice in recent years, when a Jazz Band provided entertainment until late at night. In the long history of the contests, on four occasions this prestigious trophy has been won by the same yacht on successive occasions, with two yachts winning on five occasions, Eun na mara (Barney Snider) and Yvonne (Selim Nurminen). Compiled entirely from the following sources : Squadron Records to include: Minute Books, Annual Reports, Sea Breeze and race records. J.H. (Bert) Ferris 2/ November 2010 CRUISER TO BE SALVAGED 4th December Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 30 November 2010 Warning for Saturday Last Saturday we had a motor boat run into the breakwater and the salvage of this vessel will commence this Saturday so can you please note the following: Port of Melbourne authority have requested to use one of the whaling boards for the salvage of the vessel. They intend to raise the vessel & tow it to the whaling boards to then secure the hull to be towed to St Kilda marina to be craned out.

184 Being race day we should advise members to keep well clear of the area, and to keep their vessels 25m away and to keep the area a no wash zone. I.e. no wake Your assistance is appreciated. 31 November 2010 NEW YEAR S EVE AT RMYS 31st December***** SOLD OUT****** Jan Fielding, Sunday, 31 October 2010 Enjoy a special New Year's Eve dinner at RMYS for members and their guests and watch the fireworks from the roof at midnight. Menu Entree Cinnamon roast duck breast, broadbean feta puree, salad of green and white asparagus, peppered dried wild figs, flowers Main Char grilled eye fillet of beef OR Seared barramundi fillet Dessert Warm self saucing chocolate pudding Time: 7.30 pm Place: Olympic Bar, Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron Cost: $55.00 per head BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Come and enjoy a special dinner at RMYS on New Year s Eve. Food&desire will put on a sumptuous meal for members and their friends in the Olympic Bar. What better place to spend New Year s Eve, than at our clubhouse with the best views on the bay. Watch the fireworks at Docklands and Stokehouse at midnight with the 360 outlook from the roof top after 10.00pm. Menu Entrée Cinnamon roast duck breast, broadbean feta puree, salad of green and white asparagus, peppered dried wild figs, flowers Main Char grilled eye fillet of beef wrapped in pancetta, baby perrer stuffed with grmolata risoni past, green beans, warm fetta & oregano dressing

185 Seared barramundi fillet, buttered cannellini beans with persillade, lemon and bitter leaf salad, lemon vinegar Dessert Warm self saucing chocolate pudding Date: Friday, 31st December 2010 Time: Place: Cost: Bookings are essential : 7.30 pm Olympic Bar, Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron $55.00 per head Phone Jan on , jan@rmys.com.au Bookings close: 24th December 2010 Other Links New Year Eve Poster 2 December 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 2 December 2010 Last Saturday saw the running of the clubs most prestigious race 'The Cactus Cup' which was first raced for in 1922 and the Trophy was presented to the club by H.A.(Toby) Armstrong. The fleet was sent round on course number 39 with the wind blowing from the SW at around 5 10 knots And by the finish had swung around to the North. The Wednesday Twilight race was (after heavy showers) over a short course (Red 1) with very light winds the fleet struggled to get around but all boats managed to finish CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Cactus Cup Saturday 27th November 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Gienah Avanale Bushido AMS Siren Avanale Salamander III

186 IRC Gienah Siren Salamander III Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Wednesday 1st December Sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Cloud Nine Woodstock Justine Dennis Livingston Measurement Pursuit Trophy Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd Siren Take Five Ceilidh Lass Sixth fastest elapsed time: Seaya Best Start: Addiction Half Ton Challenge: Astarte Spinnaker Twilight Series Sponsored by Helly Hansen Race 6 1st 2nd 3rd Tigris Matador Mrs Overnewton General Information Thank you to all the Volunteers who helped on Saturday and Wednesday your assistance is greatly appreciated. This Saturday is the Club Marine Range Series Race 2 and the host club is Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. Please be aware that Division 1 boats may be doing an extra race on Saturday this will be announced on the YV / RMYS website. Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS

187 CLUB MARINE SERIES Division 1 4th December Jan Fielding, Thursday, 2 December 2010 It is the intention of the Race Officer to conduct two races for Division 1 on Saturday. The start time of the first race will be 14:05 Click on the links to the updated SI's and NOR. Other Links SI Club Marine Range Series Amendment NOR Club Marine Range Series Amendment 5 December 2010 SUSSAN WOMEN S FUN RUN Jan Fielding, Sunday, 5 December 2010 Team RMYS (Fee Cunningham, Lee McRae and Amanda Wakeham) successfully completed the 10 km walk last Sunday morning in moderate, overcast conditions, ably backed up by Chappy and Drew who took lots of pictures. We had to rise early to be in the Catani Gardens by 7.00 am. We opted out of the warm up exercises, and unfortunately Julie Davis could not compete as she has a sore foot. The course was from Catani Gardens to Kerford Road, then down to Point Ormond and finishing in the Catani Gardens. We completed the course in a tad over 94 minutes, which we thought was pretty good.

188 There were 3,000 women entered in the 10 km walk/run. It was a fun thing to do, and we hope to expand Team RMYS for next year s event. We arrived at the Squaddie just in time to see the novice skippers and their crews heading out to the boats. There wasn t much wind at that time, but I believe it came in later. Tim made us a tea or coffee, and then it was off home. Lee, Chappy, Fee, Drew, Julie and Ian celebrated their walking group at Donovans for lunch; Amanda opting for her gardening. Amanda, Lee & Fiona

189 6 December 2010 RMYS CADETS PREPARE FOR THE SHONEHAVEN CUP Lady Stonehaven Cup Jan Fielding, Monday, 6 December 2010 Preparation for the 2011 Stonehaven Cup was well RMYS last Saturday. Last Saturday (4th December) the junior squad prepared two Cadet dinghy's for the Stonehaven Cup. On Monday morning the dinghy's were delivered to Web dock by Tim Wagland & Peter Dawson, loaded into a container, and transported to King Island for the 2011 Stonehaven Cup. Club junior Captain Stephen Everton and the team of Ryan, Sally, Liam and Max (Nelson was off busking somewhere!) kitted up the cadets and added a spare set of sails each...just in case, and a spare mast and boom and bits and pieces...everything we need. Thanks to parents John Everton, Lawrence Dean, Graeme Davis and Bruce Cowan who happened to be passing by when we needed some technical help on how to lift something!!! There was a couple of Daves there at just the right time too. The Cadets have since been loaded into the containers and will be waiting in Grassy for our arrival on the 3rd Janurary. Rob Murraylee

190 Ryan, Max, Liam & Graeme Stephen & Graeme Sally packs the lifejackets Captain Stephen Everton Is that everything? 7 December 2010 NOVICE SKIPPER'S RACE 5th December RESULTS Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 7 December 2010 The Novice skippers race was over a short Course on Sunday. We had four entries and they were: Addiction

191 Shadow Dancer Seaya Tubasa The results were: 1st Addiction Janina Goethel, 2nd Seaya, 3rd Shadow Dancer, 4th Tubasa Everyone enjoyed a BBQ lunch afterwards. 9 December 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 9 December 2010 Last Saturday was Race 2 of the Club Marine Range Series and the Cummins Cup with the host club being RMYS. Commiserations to Murray McCutcheon and crew on Matador, Matador was involved in a pre race collison resulting in a demasting. We hope to see you back on the water real soon Murray! Race 7 of the Wednesday Pursuit & Spinnaker Twilight race was abandoned due to a missing (F) mark. The mark was located earlier today apparently run over by a powerboat. Michael from Downunder Marine will replace it ready for the next race. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Club Marine Range Series Race 2 Saturday 9th December Division 1 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Silk Addiction AMS Silk Addiction IRC Division 2 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Matrix Gienah Tigris AMS Gienah Salamander III Mrs Overnewton IRC Gienah Salamander III Mrs Overnewton Division 3 1st 2nd 3rd

192 PHD Avanale Take One Bushido AMS Silicon Chip Avanale Espresso IRC Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Wednesday 8th December Sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd PHD N/A N/A N/A Dennis Livingston Measurement Pursuit Trophy Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd N/A N/A N/A Spinnaker Twilight Series Sponsored by Helly Hansen Race 7 1st 2nd 3rd BEST STARTS 1 sec SIREN 3 sec ASTARTE 4 sec TAKE FIVE 7 sec TINA OF MELBOURNE N/A N/A N/A GOAT OF THE DAY: The Race Officer for sending boats on a course with a missing mark (F)!!!! General Information Thank you to all the Volunteers who helped on Saturday and Wednesday your assistance is greatly appreciated. This Saturday is the Doc Bennell Trophy starting at 1000hrs starting from the Tower and will have a six hour time limit. The bar will be open from 0800hrs for rolls and water Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations

193 All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS 10 December 2010 HOLIDAY SEASON BAR OPENING HOURS AND EVENTS Jan Fielding, Friday, 10 December 2010 During this Christmas and New Year there are quite a few events on at RMYS and some changes to the normal Bar Opening hours. During this Christmas and New Year there are quite a few events on at RMYS and some changes to the normal Bar Opening Hours: Thursday 23 rd December: Friday 24 th December, Saturday 25 th December, Sunday 26 th December, 8am 8pm Monday 27 th December: Tuesday 28 th December: Wednesday 29 th December: Thursday 30 th December: Friday 31 st December, Saturday 1 st January, Sunday 2 nd January: 5pm 8pm Christmas Eve: Dinner in the Olympic Bar 5pm Midnight Christmas Day: CLOSED Boxing Day/Cock of the Bay: Open early, sandwiches & snacks available 5pm 8pm 5pm 8pm No Twilight Sailing, Snacks available in the bar 5pm 9pm 5pm 9pm New Years Eve: Dinner Sold out but come in for a drink 6pm 12:30am New Years Day: CLOSED 12pm 8pm (Normal Hours and activities resume)

194 11 December 2010 IT'S WEDNESDAY, LET'S GO SAILING Jan Fielding, Saturday, 11 December 2010 Crew member Stefano Ferro from Spirit V has a passion for photography, a few weeks ago during a Twilight race he was able to capture some interesting shots. Stef has posted these photo's with accompanying text on to his web site. If your interested in obtaining any of these photo's please contact Jan Fielding in the office. Click here for Stef's web site, story and photo's (Note: The link was removed as the page is no longer available.) 12 December 2010 ABLE DAY ON THE BAY 18th December Jan Fielding, Sunday, 12 December 2010 This charity day is a major initiative of RMYS along with City Of Port Phillip for the blind and deaf members of Able Australia. The day is being supported by F&D, RMSTA, Paddle boards and of course you the members of RMYS. Chris Mazzotta through TROUBLESHOOTERS is a sponsor supplying catering and his boat along with Peter Henry White Swan and Jo and Bill on Outlaw. Rob Graham is organizing a fleet of flash cars for their pleasure also. We look forward to a great day having these people enjoy the surroundings of RMYS. THANK YOU to all members.

195 RMYS MARINA FOUNDATION MEMBERSHIP OFFER CLOSES 31st January Peter Dawson, Sunday, 12 December 2010 Foundation Marina Membership closes 31st January 2011 Foundation Marina Members, all of whom have pledged $5,000 in support of the Squadron's plans to bring a floating marina to fruition, are to be offered a discounted rate on their 20 year lease. It's not too late to join, but time is running out. Contact Peter Dawson in the office or manager@rmys.com.au As you know, the new floating marina at RMYS is rapidly becoming a reality, and it could not have happened without the support of a group of members who, over many years, have pledged their support financially. In recognition of their great generosity, we have given them special recognition, Foundation Marina Member. To reward these members for their support and loyalty we have offered them a discounted rate for the long term lease (20 years) of a pen in the new marina. Their rate will be $7,900 per linear metre plus GST. We believe this to be a very competitive rate in the market today. The General Committee of the Squadron has determined that membership to Foundation Marina Members must end on 31 st January To qualify for membership before that date you need to complete the Registration Form attached to this letter, or a similar form available from the bar or office, sign a Pledge Form, also available on request, and pay a $5,000 non refundable pledge to the Squadron. With only 128 long term leases on offer, and over 60% of those already reserved, it is important that you give this serious consideration. Some 20 year leases may still be available after 31 st January, however they will initially be offered at a minimum rate of $8,800 per linear metre plus GST, so you can see considerable savings can be made by becoming a Foundation Marina Member. If you are interested in a long term lease, please complete your registration and pay your pledge before 31 st January If I don t have the opportunity to speak to you personally before we break up may I take this opportunity to wish you and your family a very happy Christmas and prosperous New Year. Kind regards, Stuart Tait Commodore Other Links

196 registration for Long Term Lease Pledge documentation 13 December 2010 CHRISTMAS LUNCH WAS GREAT FUN AGAIN THIS YEAR Jan Fielding, Saturday, 11 December 2010 The weather may have been dismal outside, but there was much merriment in the Harbour Room on Sunday. The day began at around am with the erection of a jumping castle that just fitted in the Harbour room (and luckily didn t set off the sprinklers). The first to try it were of course the chef and manager from f&d. We had a sumptuous lunch of turkey, ham with all the trimmings, followed by plum pudding. A message from Tom Wood: I wasn't sure what to expect when I booked Christmas lunch, however I think the best way to describe the day was a Big family get together. Some children played on the bouncy castle as others had their face painted. Everyone else in the Harbour room chatted, taking in the wine and the views. Not all the talk was about sailing, not everyone having lunch was a member. The day was just about being with others to enjoy the Christmas spirit. The RMYS has a proud history and this club has boats racing to Hobart and Launceston this year. So before lunch, speaking from the heart, our Commodore wished all boats and crews taking part in ocean racing the very best of luck, but most importantly for their safe return. Tables were covered with festive decorations and after pulling crackers Christmas lunch was on, followed by the raffle, followed by the entertainment as Santa arrived Not naming names however, certain grown ups seemed to be having too much fun sitting on Santa`s knee. The presents were handed out and we all sang Jingle Bells as Santa left the building. What a shame Chappy missed Father Christmas again this year. As for the bouncy castle the age limit is 12 years old and under, but for those committee member bouncing around after the children had finished, you qualify as being young at heart. I am only a temporary overseas member but I will take home the warmth and fellowship of our club,

197 especially the hospitality of Chappy and the rest of my friends and crew who I sail with aboard Bushido Merry Christmas everyone Tom Winners of the Christmas hamper raffle were: 1 st Prize (the red hamper) Paul Kenworthy 2 nd Prize (the green hamper) Ian Hughes (Espresso) 3 rd Prize (UniPro bucket with tools) Chris Jones (Salamander III) Happy painting Chris! 4 th Prize (UniPro bag with wine) Marg Ludowyk

198 IRC RATING INFORMATION Jan Fielding, Monday, 13 December 2010 To all IRC boat owners with fractional rigs and masthead spinnakers: It has come to light that a boat's IRC rating can be reduced by measuring the forestay length from headsail tack point to the outlet of masthead spinnaker halyard. Any boat that wishes to take advantage of this potential reduction should have the 'new' FL measured, and apply to YA for an amendment to the IRC certificate. As an example, Loki's rating dropped 8 points, Chutzpah 3 points. Lowa Paszko, IRC Measurer 14 December 2010 ABLE DAY ON THE BAY WRAP UP Jan Fielding, Tuesday, 14 December 2010 Able Day on the Bay took place on Saturday 18th December and it bought together bayside residents, community groups, volunteers, support staff and generous members of the public to provide, a fantastic day of activities on Port Phillip Bay for people with disabilities. Many thanks to Jo & Bill from Chikara Outlaw, Chris & Debbie Mazzotta from Leilani, Peter Henry from White Swan and a special thank you to Rob Graham and his team, from the Ferrari Car Club. Not even early morning showers could dull the enthusiasm of the participants, with many Able Australia clients eagerly awaiting their first chance to sail on a yacht, have a wild ride on a jet ski, feel the acceleration of a Ferrari and the rumble of a Harley Davidson ride. The smiles on the clients faces could be seen from a mile away and the talk and hype for next year has already began.

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200 Able Day on the Bay was a great success and a huge thanks must go out to the supporters and sponsors who generously donated their time, resources and funding to make the day possible. Bring on Able Day on the Bay 2011! 16 December 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 16 December 2010 Last Saturday was the Doc Bennell Race run over a long course. The weather was blustery blowing from the North West between knots. Race 8 of the Wednesday Pursuit and Spinnaker Twilight Race was conducted over a short course. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Doc Bennell Trophy Charles Marshall Series Heat 2 Saturday 11th December 1st 2nd 3rd

201 PHD Addiction Sea Eagle Mrs Overnewton AMS Silk Addiction Mrs Overnewton IRC Mrs Overnewton Gienah Remedy Jo Johannesen Twilight Series Wednesday 15th December (Subject to Protest) Sponsored by Trouble Shooters Available Race 8 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Tina Of Melbourne Silicon Chip Leilani Dennis Livingston Measurement Pursuit Trophy Race 8 1st 2nd 3rd AMS Addiction Siren Remedy Spinnaker Twilight Series Sponsored by Helly Hansen Race 8 1st 2nd 3rd BEST STARTS 0 sec TINA OF MELBOURNE 8th Fastest Elapsed Time SIREN General Information Mrs Overnewton Eureka Tigris Thank you to all the Volunteers who helped on Saturday and Wednesday your assistance is greatly appreciated. This Saturday is Non Aggregate race starting at 1400hrs and will be an all in start and a spinnaker race Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS

202 TWILIGHT SAILING NEXT WEDNESDAY 22nd December Jan Fielding, Thursday, 16 December 2010 Next Wednesday Twilight is a special 'Sailing Committee Invitational' race open to all RMYS registered Yachts. Special Entry is required and must be submitted by 12 noon on Monday 20/12/2010 by the way of or phone to Tim Wagland. Entry is free. Dinner will be available in the form of a BBQ but you MUST book by 5pm Monday with the office. SI's are as per RMYS current issue. NoR will be as per our 2010 summer NoR with one exception post race redress may be awarded to the most festive yachts as determined by the Sailing Committee. Have fun Phil Battey Club Captain 23 December 2010 SAILING RESULTS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 23 December 2010 Last Saturday's race was a non aggregate race sailed in a delightful 5 8 knots SSE SSW. Last night's Sailing Committee's Invitation Race saw 25 entrants enjoy perfect sailing conditions on Port Phillip followed by a delicious BBQ cooked by GM Peter Dawson. CLICK here for Wednesday's and Saturday's RACE RESULTS DETAILS Non Aggregate Race Saturday 18th December 1st 2nd 3rd PHD Red Dog Portofino Beyond Outrageous

203 AMS Red Dog Addiction Beyond Outrageous IRC Red Dog Weekend Option Sailing Committee Invitational Wednesday 22nd December 1st 2nd 3rd Oleana Shadow Dancer Spirit Thank you to Peter Dawson for cooking the BBQ and getting the food it was a great night enjoyed by all. General Information Thank you to all the Volunteers who helped on Saturday and Wednesday your assistance is greatly appreciated. To all entrants on the Boxing Day Dash the race back from Blairgowrie is cancelled as we had insufficient entries. The first race of the L.A.Nangle Wednesday Twilights is the 5/1/2011. The first Saturday race is the 15/1/2011 two short Windward Return races. We are looking for volunteers for this race on the 15/1/2011 if you are available please contact Tim at the office. Safety Declarations All boats must submit a Safety Declaration before racing, failure to do so will results in the being scored a DNS. Crew Declarations All boats racing this weekend must complete a crew declaration (in the folder provided) failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS Unfinancial Members Please ensure all of your crew are financial, failure to do so will result in the boat being scored a DNS

204 S2H, M2H & M2L COMPETITORS Jan Fielding, Thursday, 23 December 2010 Best of luck for the following boats and crew competing in the above races, once again Jazz Player is making the trek from Sydney to Hobart. Chikara Outlaw (EC), Addiction, Beyond Outrageous & Matrix (all WC)racing from Melbourne to Hobart. Avanale, Deliverance & Weekend Option travelling from Melbourne to Launceston. Good luck to all of you and stay safe. For the rest of RMYS boats competing in the C*** of the Bay...see you at the BYS Bar... Almost forgot the the Cruising Boats...keep on cruising guys...merry Xmas everyone from the RMYS Office Crew 30 December 2010 ROLEX SYDNEY TO HOBART Jan Fielding, Thursday, 30 December 2010 Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron's only entrant in the Sydney to Hobart Andrew Lawrence's Jazz Player was the first retirement in the fleet, dropping out at 2000hrs on the first day when they blew the leech out of the mainsail. The 39 footer encountered knots as the crew were putting in a second reef. Dissapointing news for Andrew the crew on Jazz Player. See you back at RMYS soon.

205 M2H & M2L Chikara Outlaw Crew M2H Jan Fielding, Thursday, 30 December 2010 M2HE Congratulations to Jo, Bill and Crew on Chikara Outlaw after completing the East Coaster today, at 3.07hrs. Chikara Outlaw scored 12th in PHS (provisional) M2L Weekend Option was the first RMYS yacht to finish the M2L on Tuesday at 20.45, with Deliverance arriving on Wednesday at the last boat to finish. Unfortunately Avanale failed to make it to the start line due to a crew member becoming ill on the morning of the race. M2HW Today all RMYS yacht's completed the West Coaster. Addiction finished at 10.46, Beyond Outrageous at and Matrix at Have a great spinnaker run home everyone!! Addiction Crew M2H Beyond Outrageous Crew M2H Matrix Crew M2H