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GC Report - Vice Commodore
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Dear Members Despite the cold weather over the last month or two, it is pleasing to see that many events are still happening around the club, both on and off the water. We have been blessed with some nice sailing conditions on Saturdays and some Wednesdays. The sun has been shining, accompanied by light winds. If you are considering venturing …
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Office/Marina News
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New Ice Box on Hardstand
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As of 13 August Ice will again be available to purchase at the hardstand. We are going cashless payment and purchases will be via a QR code and you will have the option of Apple Pay, Google Pay or Credit Card. Ice is for RBYC members and their guests. Current access is via your silver member key. Please remember to keep the doors locked at all times
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SMART Classes : 13, 27 Aug and 3 Sept
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Club Captain Marnie Irving introduced the first of our four part SMART series last Wednesday evening, which was presented by our Race Officer Rod McKenna. Rod spoke about getting ready to race, including understanding the flags and course signals. This was appreciated by both new and experienced skippers. This week’s session by experienced one design sailor Brendon Jukes (also RBYC’s 2025 Sailor of the Year) will be another opportunity that shouldn’t be missed. Brendon will talk about starts and sail trim, which we can all learn more about, no matter how long we have been sailing.
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13th Aug: Approaching start line & sail trim
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27th Aug: Boat Safety & Audits
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3rd Sept: Basic rules & mark rounding
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Skippers Briefing 2025 -2026 Season
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Opening Day 2005
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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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One Design News
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The second day of racing for VXOnes at Airlie Beach had to be abandoned due to the fresh conditions. You can bet that David Williamson and Brett Bowden, along with their crew and supporters are having a great time up there anyway. All the best for the rest of the series!
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Here is a link to the VXOne Results
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Training News
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September School Holiday Training 2025
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22 - 25 Sept AND 29 Sept - 3 Oct
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Course dates
September 25: 6th, 13 & 27th
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October: 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th
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November 25: 1st, 8th & 15th
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December 25: 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th
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January 26: 10th, 13th & 31st
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Full Course details and bookings
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Keelboat News
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Gold Coast MacKay Yacht Race
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Excellent result for Wayne Seaward and the crew of Cyan Moon in challenging conditions. Cyan Moon won PHS in both 2nd Division and overall. Very well done.
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Here is a link to the results.
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The first three days were sailed in blustery conditions with a lay day yesterday. There were mixed fortunes for RBYC boats – all the best to all of you for the remainder of the series!
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Rear Commodore Cath Hurley enjoying her time at Airlie Race Week
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Cruising Group News 12 Aug
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Guest Speaker Dinner: 15th August. *** QCYC Update. *** Aquacadabra Update. *** Our next Guest Speaker Dinner will be held this 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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Club News
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It was great to see so many swimmers participate in the Winter Classic Festival. As tradition dictates this was followed by home baked cakes and coffee.
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Are you an RBYC member who also plays golf? This is your chance to represent the club in the annual Victory Cup. This year it’s being played on MONDAY 6th October 2025AT MOONAH LINKS - THE LEGENDS COURSE55 Peter Thomson Drive, Fingal1pm Shotgun Start Entry Fee $130 per person(Includes Cart and post golf nibbles) Entries Close : Friday 26th September 2025Max 16 players per club …
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Last Draw
Friday 8 August
No Winner
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Next Draw
Friday 15 August
$1000 + 2nd draw $250
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Hi all, Melbourne's Simon Goodwin was the first coach to be given his marching orders this season. He was fired early in the week. On the field Last Thursday night, the Hawks stood tall and crushed Collingwood by 64 points at the MCG. The Magpies are in freefall right now. Hawthorn's margin of victory surprised virtually every tipster. Geelong comfortably …
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What's on at the club
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4th Sept- Bookings via reception
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