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Christmas in July
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Congratulations to the Social Sub-committee and everyone else who made the Christmas in July event such a success. The club was colourful and buzzing and everyone got into the spirit. A quote that says it all … “It was such a fun night – my face hurts from smiling!”.
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SMART Classes : 7, 13, 28 Aug and 3 Sept
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Sailors Mentorship And Race Training. This year we will be presenting a series of lectures and discussions, SMART Classes, designed to encourage boat owners to participate in club racing. The series is aimed at both Novice and Experienced sailors to join in and to learn what is required for racing.
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2025 Opening day is 4th October. the theme this year is PAST - PRESENT - FUTURE. The day will consist of the Opening Ceremony, Sail Past, Social Race and on shore activities. We encourage all members to be involved, more details of the day to follow over the next few weeks.
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Bikes stored at RBYC.
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There are a large number of bikes being stored in the carpark area that do not have the annual storage tag attached. Bike storage is available senior members who have a boat on the marina with one bike per boat allowed. If one of these bikes is yours then please visit the sailing office to discuss storage and if eligible collect the 2025-2026 season tag. Bikes that do not have a tag by the 20th August will be donated to charity.
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Keelboat News
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RBYC members enjoy the 2025 Women’s Helm, Navigator & Radio Race
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We enjoyed hosting the participants of the 2025 Women’s Helm, Navigator & Radio Race for dinner on Friday night and breakfast the next morning, before they headed for Queenscliff Cruising Yacht club in a building breeze. Well done to RBYC boat She’s Apples – thanks to Matt Gault for the use of the boat which was greatly appreciated. The crew …
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Training News
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Term 3 training now open for bookings
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If you are just getting into the sport then the Lean To Sail programs are for you. Available for all levels and working through the Australian Sailing programs. The Development Squads are for current RBYC members who have completed the Learn to Sail Programs and looking to get into club/regatta racing.
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September School Holiday Training 2025
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22 - 26 Sept AND 29 Sept - 3 Oct
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Training for all levels. Booking details to follow
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Guest Speaker Dinner: 15th August. / Aquacadabra in Indonesia / Frostbite Cruise / Our next Guest Speaker Dinner will be on Friday August 15th, when John & Jo Walker and Peter & Suzie Strain will let us into the secrets of Cruising the Houtman Abrolhos Islands – Australia’s historic and marine treasure. This promises to be a fascinating look at …
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Billiard Table Restoration
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Recently the Club billiard table has been fully renovated with new cushions and cloth, slate repair and expert re-levelling to produce a perfect table. This work was suggested by two playing members, Chris Borell and Brett Lazarides, who each generously donated 25% of the cost of the work. Chris personally planned and managed the work with an expert contractor known …
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NEW ICEBERGER WINTER JACKET
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Just arrived the new fleece full zip winter jacket.
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Also check out the full range of RBYC merchandise .
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Last Draw
Friday 25 July
No Winner
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Next Draw
Friday 1 August
$1000 + 2nd draw $150
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AFL News Despite four interstate 'derby' games taking place this week, the results of this weekend's round were surprisingly lopsided. The usual expectation is that the games between the local state sides in WA, SA, NSW, and QLD will be close and tough. Not so this week! The remaining games were also lopsided (except for the final match!) and included …
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Hay convoy to drought stricken farmers
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By Past Commodore, Paul Pascoe
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Hay convoy to drought stricken farmers South Australia is currently in the worst drought in recorded history as is the Western District of Victoria. Feeding their stock has exhausted farmers own supply of hay and with floods in NSW there is a critical shortage of hay up and down the east coast. Last week I was privileged to be part …
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What's on at the club
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1st August- Bookings via reception
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ORCV
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The ORCV is excited to announce the start of the 2025-2026 Season, and we’re glad to invite your members to take part in our expanding calendar of offshore events designed for all levels of experience.
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We've included courses and races to provide an inclusive and progressive path into offshore sailing—from short coastal sprints to long-distance challenges.
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Our Winter and Safety Courses (Radio, Foredeck Essentials, Sail Change, Safety & Sea Survival) are still open to new participants. This is a series of online and in-person training courses designed to help both new and experienced sailors. Whether you’re preparing for offshore sailing or want to upskill your crew, we have something for everyone.
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In October, the Melbourne to Devonport (The Rudder Cup) will kick off, as this race is a qualifying event for the upcoming Melbourne to Hobart and Sydney to Hobart. This is Australia's oldest ocean race, which is part of the ORCV Offshore Championship, and is also open to fully crewed, 4+ autohelm, double-handed, and multihull yachts.
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In December, the most anticipated and challenging yacht race from Melbourne to Hobart (Westcoaster) is taking place. The race holds significant importance within the ORCV's Offshore Championship, being the highest-ranking race in the series. The race is open to yachts that are fully crewed, 4+ autohelm, double-handed, and multihulls.
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