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This coming weekend, King’s Birthday long weekend, RBYC will showcase some of the values we hold dear. 50+ Opti sailors from RBYC and other clubs in the bay, from interstate, and from overseas will compete in the three-day King’s Cup regatta. It will begin with coaching sessions, and then racing, perhaps in the pond for the less-experienced Green Fleet, and …
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Notes from International Judge Paul Pascoe ( a man of many talents)
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Each year RBYC hosts Sail Melbourne in conjunction with Australian Sailing and other clubs from around the bay. The event not only provides top level competition for sailors, but it also provides officials with the ability to gain experience towards World Sailing recognised qualifications. To become an International …
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Office/Marina News
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Carpark Closure
The carpark in front of the Sturrock Building (The "Sturrock Carpark") will be closed from 5pm Friday 5th June until 6pm Monday 8th June. This is due to the Optimist Kings Cup Regatta.
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Up coming regattas
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A reminder that that the next SMART class is this Wednesday 3 June . Details HERE
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There are many untagged bikes being stored in the carpark area. Bike storage is allocated to senior members that have a boat on the marina or hardstand. There can only be one (1) bike per boat and an annual storage tag must be attached. These tags can be collected from reception. Any bike that DOES NOT have a tag on it by 15th June will be given to charity. If you have a tagged bike you will need to collect your 26-27 tag from 1st July 2026.
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This Week's Club Racing
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Wednesday: Hearnes Heroes | Saturday: Alan Robinson trophy
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Keelboat News
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Training News
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Adult Learn to Sail Training open for bookings
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Frostbite Cruise Our annual Frostbite Cruise to Docklands will take place on the first weekend in July (4th/5th) and has been scheduled to coincide with Melbourne’s Firelight Festival, also held at Docklands. We have tentatively reserved 7 berths at Melbourne City Marina (MCM) for RBYC boats for the night of July 4th; however, each boat will need to separately book …
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Social News
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A terrific evening with John Bertrand AO
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The Member’s Bar was packed last Friday night with members of all ages to listen to John Bertrand AO. Following a memorable talk, there were many questions from the audience, covering all aspects of John’s career as a sailor and a leader. John was thanked by Vice Commodore Peter Gebhardt and GC member Steve Reynolds. Thanks to Steve and the social sub-committee for organising a terrific event.
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The Alma Doepel is preparing to return to sea! She needs new sails so she can make the epic voyage across Bass Strait to appear at the prestigious Hobart Wooden Boat Festival 5-8 Feb 2027.
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We are launching an EoFY appeal to fund the Sails – see below poster and attached. For every dollar donated through the EoFY campaign an anonymous donor has pledged to match $ for $ every donation made up to 30 June 2026. Donations are tax deductible.”
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Hi everyone, It's been a sad week for our AFL community. The passing of former Essendon captain and Melbourne coach, Neale Daniher has hit hard. Neale's advocacy work for Motor Neuron Disease and his personal battle with it since his diagnosis in 2013 was nothing short of remarkable. RIP. Brad Scott became the second coaching casualty of the season when …
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Last Draw
Friday 29th May
Draw #1 No Winner
Draw #2 Winner
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Next Draw
Friday 5th June
Draw #1 $1000,
Draw #2 $50
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RBYC Terry Spasevski has kindly donate a chess set for the use of RBYC members. The set will live in the Member Bar and you will need to ask the staff for access.
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If there are any members that would like to start up a winter chess competition then please contact Terry.
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Come and check out our range of RBYC merchandise. Jackets, Rugby Tops, Polos, Vests, Beanie's, Umbrella's, Phone chargers and much more
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Around the Bay
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