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RBYC welcomes the Optis this weekend
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We are thrilled to welcome participants, volunteers, coaches and parents for the 2026 VIODA Organic Garden International Optimist Victorian & Open Championship this coming weekend. There are 80 boats competing across the three fleets (Green Fleet, Intermediate and Open). Participants are coming from Singapore as well as clubs across Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, and Queensland. There will be a real buzz around the club as competitors enjoy three full days of training and racing. The lower car park will be closed to allow for storage of visiting boats. We thank club members for their support of this important event.
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This Week's Club Racing
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Wednesday: Hearnes Heroes & Twilight | Thursday: OTB
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Saturday: Artemis Pursuit Only | Sunday: Nil
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Start times for Keelboat twilight races are published at 4.30 pm. Boats not already entered but want to race MUST sign on or enter before 4.30pm so we can properly calculate start times for the fleet. Sign on after 4.30pm and you will be allocated an arbitrary time for that race. Please get in early.
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Training News
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Adult Learn to Sail Training open for bookings
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All levels of training are covered. Group training or private coaching, it's your choice. Fully accredited Australian Sailing programs and coaches .
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Over the past week, seven boats (“Blaise Pascal”, “Kirra Kirra”, “Lynx”, “Reliance”, “Saffron II”, “Ulu” and “Wirraway”) participated in the Cruising Group’s Port Phillip Bay Cruise in Company. Whilst the weather did not play ball, all had a great time, and it was especially pleasing to have three new crews joining a Cruising Group event (Karen and Greg on Blaise …
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RBYC Boats at Women in Sailing Challenge (WISC)
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RBYC Boats Serious Yahoo and Encore enjoyed the racing at Sandringham on Sunday, finishing the two windward leeward races before the arrival of the strong winds and rain. This is part of the Port Phillip Women’s Championship Series (PPWCS). RBYC will host the BLISS regatta on 3 May, which is also part of the series.
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All the best to Blue Water Tracks for this weekend’s King Island Race
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Here is a link to find out more about the race and how to follow the yachts.
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One Design News
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Well done to Peter Robson and crew who came fourth in the Etchells Nationals hosted by Royal Freshwater Bay Sailing Club. Peter is now looking forward to the Etchells States at RBYC from 13-15 March.
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Each race day was light in the morning and fresh in the afternoon. The 2.4 fleet has taken notice, with 7 boats heading that way for the 2.4 Nationals from 2 – 5 April.
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International Women's Day – 8th March 2026
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International Women’s Day takes place every year on 8 March. The 2026 theme is ‘Balance the scales’: a call to ensure equality and justice for women and girls across Australia and around the world.
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The club’s 150th book has chapters on Female Membership at the Club and Women’s Keelboat Sailing, which are a fascinating read.
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The AFL Season begins this Thursday. RBYC has over 90 participants in this year's online tipping competition on the ESPN site. If you would like to join the fun, please click the
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link below to join our club's competition. There is no charge to participate and weekly and end-of-season prizes will be awarded to our best tipsters. The password to join our competition is sticks Returning tipsters from last year are automatically included in this year's competition and do not need to rejoin. If you have any queries, contact our competition administrator [email protected]
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Last Draw
Friday 27 February
Draw #1 No Winner. Draw #2 No winner
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Next Draw
Friday 6 March
Draw #1 $1000, Draw #2 $250
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Sailing Lifts Yours Spirts doing well
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Dear Leanne & Gordon (and Ray & Barim)
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On behalf of the outpatient team members at Monash Health who were lucky enough to join you on Thursday evening, I wanted to extend a huge, heartfelt thank you for the opportunity you gave us through your Sailing Lifts Your Spirits initiative.
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It was such a wonderful experience, filled with joy (which is one of our key priorities) and we truly appreciate the time, care, and enthusiasm you have for the program. Please also thank each of the volunteer boat owners and volunteer crew and RBYC, who so generously help to make these evenings possible. Being welcomed onto your boats, hearing your stories, laughing so much, and experiencing the freedom and beauty of being out on the water, was an incredible way to take time for self-care after work – and mother nature came along for the ride with “Champagne Sailing” conditions to top it all off.
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It was more than just a sail (for many their first time) — it was a reminder of how meaningful community, connection, and kindness can be.
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Ella's Music
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2026 Women’s Sportsboat Regatta at Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron on 21-22 March!
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Set against the stunning backdrop of southern Port Phillip, this high-energy event features two days of fast-paced, windward-leeward racing with 12-minute target times—keeping the action tight and competitive.
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Sail your own J/70 or use one of the five club-supplied boats. Teams of four or five are encouraged, and with back-to-back races, there’s always another chance to climb the leaderboard.
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After Saturday’s racing, unwind with a meal and inspiring guest speakers in our Southern Waters Room (included in your entry). The series wraps up Sunday with a deckside presentation celebrating all competitors.
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Thanks to the generosity of our J/70 owners, loan boats are limited—secure your entry now!
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