General News

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Commodores Report

A Guide to the Annual Report I have taken time to reflect ahead of this evening's AGM and look forward to seeing many of you there, not just for the meeting but to meet more informally in the member's bar afterwards. For those who can't make it, here are some observations about the past year, and the direction the club …

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Commodores Report

Sailing/Marina Office News

RBYC Season 2023-2024 Entry Now Open

You can now enter the RBYC 23-24 racing season. Please remember only enter a series if you believe you will be sailing in at least 60% of the dates. You can always enter later if things change.
Things to note: The Victoria Championships (Range Series) will have a separate entry provided closer to the time. Please check carefully what division you put yourself in when applicable. We suggest having the calendar open when doing your entries.
A change to the calendar: There will not be any center course racing on Saturday 30th September. Tower racing will go ahead as planned. The club will be open its usual hours.
This is one of RBYC major events of the season. Entry is now open. This event requires the help from volunteers, if you think you might be able to help please register using the below link.

Working Bee 24th September

Race Management Volunteer Information Session 21st September 6.30 pm

New Members Welcome
We are inviting all members to join the Race Management Volunteers information session. The evening will discuss the upcoming season and what we have planned. It is also a great way to find out more about the group and how to get involved. Meet current Race Management Volunteers and see the different roles we have. Remember you don't need any prior experience as full training will be provided.

***M.O.B Lecture 20th September 6.30 PM***

Members are invited to attend this very important information session. No matter what on water activities you do, knowing how to avoid or deal with a Man Over Board is essential. Hosted by very experienced sailors from ORCV there will be something for all to learn.

Training News

Upcoming Courses - Book NOW

Keelboat Crew 14th & 21st October - Book Now

Adult Learn to Sail. September & October Book Now

Safety Boat Operator 21st & 22nd October - Book Now

One Design News

Club members Graeme Cooper and Jan Talako travelled to Greece to take part in the J24 Worlds hosted by the Nautical Club of Thessaloniki (NCTh). Graeme crewed on Jab while Jan crewed on Bruschetta VI, Here is a link to the regatta page. We look forward to their stories when they get home!

IMPORTANT NOTE

Any one design boat (VX One, Etchells, Dragons & 2.4) If you decide to leave the race course before the end of racing you MUST notify the start boat either via VHF radio or verbally as a sail past. This is a safety issue and must be complied with.

One Design Keelboat Regatta 3 & 4 November 2023

Entry is now open to all one design keelboats with a listed YV yardstick including but not limited to Etchells, Dragons, 2.4mR, VXOnes, J24’s, J70’s and S80’s on the register of RBYC or any other organisation affiliated with Australian Sailing,

Cruising New

Annual Progressive Dinner 20th October

The annual Progressive Dinner, hosted by the Cruising Group, will be held on the evening of Friday, October 20th, 2023. ALL WELCOME, be you a boat owner or non-boat owner, a racer, cruiser, aquatic or social member. This is always an excellent evening to get to know other club members, as the dinners are in small groups that change between …
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Annual Progressive Dinner

Club News

Draw date: 15 Sept. 2023
No Winner
Next draw 22 Sept. 2023 jackpots to
$650