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This will be my final Commodore’s report and after ten years in various roles as a Flag Officer and GC member I will be stepping away from the governance of the Club. First let me begin by thanking all the members, including Past Commodore’s, fellow GC members and mentors and the staff for their support and encouragement. It has been …
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Office/Marina News
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Wednesday: Hearnes Heroes | Saturday: Costello Pursuit Race | Sunday: Keelboat Trophy Race
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FOR THE SUNDAY KEELBOAT RACE, YOU CAN SIGN-ON ON THE DAY. SPECIAL PRIZE FOR FEMALE HELM
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OTB News
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OTB Winter Sunday
Well done to all the OTB sailors out racing on Sunday for the last day of the Winter Series. With a steady 18-20 knots northerly, gusts to 29kts, sunny skies and flat seas, the sailors were treated to champagne sailing. In particular well done to the Optimist sailors out racing - there were capsizes in the ILCAs, 29er, Quest, 420, but none in the Opti fleet.
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A Beautiful Saturday - early spring
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The Keelboat and One Design Fleets enjoyed a pearler of a day on Saturday - the shape of things to come! Well done to Wild Child (Marg Neeson) who won the Blizzard fleet race. Clearly Marg benefitted from all her practice up north. Well done also to Mid Gybe Crisis (Niesje Hees, Etchells) and 2026 Vic Para Sailor of the Year Neil Patterson (2.4s) for their wins on the day.
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In preparation for the coming season don't forget to attend the Skippers Briefing if you didn't attend last week (Wednesday evening 16 Sept at 6:00 pm)
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RBYC’s Adult Learn to Sail programs are a great way to get out on Port Phillip Bay, learn new skills and meet new people.
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With both Dinghy and Keelboat training available, our courses provide a friendly and supportive introduction to sailing. No previous experience is required, and our instructors will help you build your skills and confidence at your own pace.
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Whether you’re looking for a new hobby, want to join a crew, or simply want to experience sailing, there’s a pathway for you at RBYC.
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Cruising News
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As the Club will be holding its 30-year plus members lunch on the 3rd Friday in September (the 18th), the usual September Guest Speaker Dinner will not take place. In lieu, cruisers are invited to book themselves for an informal get together dinner in the Members Bar following the Friday draw at 7pm on September 18th. We have reserved to …
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Hunter Bryant: From Brighton to Beijing Waters
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Friday 18th September, at 6.30pm before the draw
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Please join us as Optimist youth sailor Hunter Bryant shares insights from his recent international racing campaign in Qingdao, China, through the 2026 VIODA Exchange Programme. With back‑to‑back podiums in the 2025 and 2026 RBYC Kings Cup Optimist Regatta, Hunter will reflect on his standout season. His journey also honours the legacy of his late grandfather, Andrew Plympton AM "The Admiral", whose leadership as the longest‑serving President of Australian Sailing guided Australia’s Olympic sailing success, including the glittering 2008 podiums at the same venue Hunter will be competing.
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Victorian Australian Sailing Awards - great showing for RBYC
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Commodore Peter Demura had the pleasure of attending the annual Victoria Australian Sailing awards night last Friday and presenting Sean Hogan with a lifetime achievement award. As Commodore of last year’s Club of the Year (Category A) Peter also presented this year’s award to the Blairgowrie yacht Squadron.
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Congratulations also to Paul Pascoe (Official of the Year) and Neil Patterson (Para Sailor of the Year). Nieil's award was presented by Alison Weatherley, herself a former Para Sailor of the Year. Sailing Lifts your Spirits was runner up for the Inclusion award. Marg Neeson (Wild Child) was presented with the trophy for PHS Div 3 in the Range Series, and Serious Yahoo was recognised for winning the PHS division of the PPWCS. RBYC was certainly well represented, and this reflects the diversity and commitment of our members.
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To view all the fantastic photos from the night Click Here
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We should also mention that Whitsunday Sailing Club won the Queensland award for Yacht Club of the Year (Category A) as many of our members have a close connection with this club.
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Catering Update
Update from Paul and Marco
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We have really enjoyed our first few weeks working with all the staff and meeting the many members and the different groups who love using the facilities at RBYC. The feedback has been encouraging and there is general excitement about the F& B offering moving forward.
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You will start to see some differences in offerings from this week. We plan to keep the changes/improvement gradual and hope to have an official mini launch in late October. We will keep you posted. Or as they say “Watch this Space”
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We encourage all member to come and try some of the offering from this week.
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Breakfast Display- We have upgraded the display and offerings.
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New style of Bread with different fillings e.g. Chicken Schnitzel Roll with Lettuce, roasted peppers and Swiss cheese, Sour Dough Toasted Ham cheese sandwiches.
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Pus new mini Nutella and custard doughnuts and pasties – Just enough for one bite.
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Pinsa Pizza- Roman Style Flat Bread- Pinsa is very popular in Italy and North America- A crispy base, light soft dough and easy to digest pizza.
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Spaghetti Fruit di Mare- Italico’s famous seafood pasta dish.
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New Beef Pattie Hamburger
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And its back “bigger and better” -Chicken Parmigiana
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Book a table today to try our exciting new dishes.
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See the link below or scan the QR code to book.
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Members Only EXCLUSIVE WINE LIST
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This exclusive wine list has been put together by Paul who has won “Best Hotel Wine List Australia 2025 Lamaro’s Hotel”. We hope you enjoy the new offerings.
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For the next month we are running a Happy hour in the members Bar Every Friday and Saturday night form 4pm-6pm. (10% discount not valid with happy hour items)
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Carlton Draught SCHOONER $8.00
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RBYC 150 Year Chardonnay and Shiraz $6 Glass
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Vodka and Gin with Mixer - $8.00
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Plus we will have nibbles on offer during that period.
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Last Draw
Friday 11th Sept
No Winner
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Next Draw
Friday 18th Sept
$200
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Bring your coins to join in the sweeps
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Around the Bay
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Be inspired. Be connected. Be part of the future of sailing.
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Join us online for an inspiring evening on Monday 19 October 7.00 pm - 8.30 pm (AEST) celebrating the women shaping the future of sailing as part of World Sailing’s Steering the Course Festival.
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Here is a link for more information and to register..
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