Fairfax Events & Entertainment will be staging Race 1 of The 2XU Triathlon Series in your local area on Sunday 25th November 2018.  Please be advised of the following road closure details that may affect you on the day of the event.
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Road ClosuresBeach Road - Beaconsfield Parade, Jacka Boulevard, Marine Parade & Ormond EsplanadeFrom - St. Kilda Street, Elwood to Kerferd Rd, Albert Park from 6.00am to 11:00am.
Below is map of the closure; an interactive map of the closure can also be found by clicking here.
 
Managed Crossings of Course
Beach Road – Cowderoy St /Pier Road to access Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron & St Kilda Sea Baths
Beach Road – Dickens St to access St Kilda Marina
 
Event Details
 
VENUE:                                Elwood Reserve, Elwood
DATE:                                   Sunday 25th November 2018
START TIME:                       7.00am
FINISH TIME:                      11:00am (approximately)

We appreciate your patience and we assure you that the roads will be reopened to traffic as quickly as possible to minimise any inconvenience.
 
Should you have any queries, please feel free to contact our office during business hours on (03) 9595 3000 or over the weekend contact the Event Manager on 0448 813 433. We apologise for any inconvenience we may cause and look forward to your continued support of our event.

 
Female Only Race Officials Course – Royal Brighton Yacht Club Saturday 1st December  2018
 
Click here to register  FREE Female Only Club Race Officer Course at Royal Brighton YC, 1st December 2018
 
Female CRO
Use the above discount code (FemaleCRO) when entering the Female Only Club Race Officer Course to gain FREE ENTRY! RRP $65.00
 
INSTRUCTOR/COACH COURSES
 
It would be great if we had some more female instructors especially coaches and powerboat instructors. 
 
Female50
Use the above discount code (Female50) when entering the upcoming Windsurfing Instructor, Powerboat Instructor & Sailing Coach courses to GET 50% OFF! Saving $225.00
Code not valid for revalidations
 
Sailing Coach – The Boatshed, Albert Park
 
Friday 30th Nov 16:30 - 20:00
Saturday 1st Dec 08:30 - 17:00
Sunday 2nd Dec 08:30 - 17:00
-         Full course https://www.sailing.org.au/events/21199/
-         Reval     https://www.sailing.org.au/events/21202/
 
Powerboat Instructor Course  - RYCV
 
Monday 3rd Dec 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 4th Dec 8:30am - 5pm
-         Full course https://www.sailing.org.au/events/28861/
-         Reval     https://www.sailing.org.au/events/28862/
 
Windsurfing Instructor Course – McCrae
 
Sat 8th Dec 8:30am - 5pm
Sun 9th Dec 8:30am - 5pm
-         Full course https://www.sailing.org.au/events/29197/
-         Reval     https://www.sailing.org.au/events/29202/
 
Port Phillip Women Championship Series – starting soon 2nd December HBYC
 
The first race of the Port Phillip Women’s Championship Series is coming soon – 2nd December 2018 at Hobsons Bay Yacht Club. See attached poster please put up in your club
 
The NOS is now up on the WGIS website at the following link. Can you please promote these on your websites/ club members e newsletters/ face books etc?
 
Notice of Series and article
http://www.womenandgirlsinsailing.com.au/keelboats/portphilip2018-2019/
 
PPWCS Series registration link
Click here to enter the PPWCS

Race 2 of the Jo Johannesen Twilight Series, Dennis Livingston AMS Trophy and the Horizon Sails Les Norton Trophy Summer Twilight Spinnaker Series I were started, but unfortunately abandoned due to thunderstorms which closed in on the fleet.

​A very soggy set of sailors came into the Harbour Room for dinner. 

Thank you to Ian Guyett, Lee McRae, Varan Freestone and Roz Patterson for manning the tower. 

On Saturday day 3 of the Nautilus Marine Series took place. It was a single race day. 
Arcadia podium placed in Division 1 with a 1st on PHS and 2nd on AMS.
In Division 2 Remedy claimed a 1st on PHS and 5th on AMS. Antagonist was the best placed RMYS boat on IRC with a respectable 5th place. 
Division 3 saw Take Five getting 3rd on AMS and Rollercoaster taking out 2nd and 4th on PHS and IRC respectively. Espresso came 6th in the S80s. 
You can view full results here on the Nautilus Marine Series website.  
You can also check out the great photos by official photographer Bruno Cocozza here. 
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Parks Victoria NTM No. 315 – 2018
 
Local Port of Port Phillip
 
St Kilda Lit Isolated Danger buoy - Reinstated. To read notice click here  

If you require any further information please contact Parks Victoria on 13 19 63
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Victor Teoh
Senior Manager Local Ports and Waterways
Melbourne Marine and Maritime Region
If you wish to receive Parks Victoria issued Notice to Mariners, please email your details to noticetomariners@parks.vic.gov.au.
To view Notices, visit www.parks.vic.gov.au.​

HELGA CUP 2019 - Ladies only Fleet Race Regatta
at NRV in Hamburg / GERMANY
June 14th to 16th, 2019

Please be advised that after this year’s fantastic success with 62 participating ladies teams
the NRV – Norddeutscher Regatta Verein in Hamburg / GERMANY will again organize and
host the “Ladies Only” HELGA CUP REGATTA event next year from June 14th to 16th, 2019.

We look forward to seeing you and your sailing lady friends in Hamburg on the dates
mentioned above. So, do not hesitate but be part of the fun and the action.
Drop us a line at at– helgacup@nrv.de - to indicate your interest in participation at your
earliest convenience.
Please send a copy of your mail to the undersigned at – international@nrv.de.
I will be at your entire disposal to answer any questions you may have in this connection. Thank you.

Wolfgang Weber – Delegate
International Affairs

My monthly summary of the key issues that were considered at the last GC meeting is provided below.

Before I get to that, I would like to mention a couple of other things. Firstly, we should all be proud of how our “big boat” Primitive Cool has been performing in offshore racing against stiff competition in Sydney, with strong results so far in the Flinders Islet Race and last weekend’s Cabbage Tree Island Race. Well done to John Newbold and his crew.

Secondly, we have now received Expression of Interest documents from six firms of architects for the concept design work for our future clubhouse improvements, the next major step in implementing our RMYS Master Plan. These EOIs are being reviewed by a small team chaired by me before being considered by GC.

Cheers,
Charles Meredith, Commodore

What have General Committee been looking at this month?

Sailing
The Club Captain noted that the new Sailing Instructions were being reviewed by an external Race Officer but were otherwise ready to be published. She also noted that the Sailing Committee has developed a policy for adult member use of the Quest dinghies on Sundays. The re-laying of H mark was awaiting the contractor’s availability. AWKR preparations are proceeding well.

​Administrative and Policy:
The GM reported that an upgraded RMYS website is due to go live in the near future. GC also resolved that we need to set up a register of all members and staff that have RMYS-related working with children certificates, with expiry dates.
A risk management technical group has been set up, chaired by the Commodore, to assist with the preparation of risk management plans that are now required for many of the Squadron’s activities.

Financial:
The Treasurer reported that an initial follow-up letter in relation to members with overdue accounts resulted in a positive response in most cases. Where payment was not received however, GC has resolved to firmly implement our existing credit policy unless a member merits special consideration due to hardship or other factors.

Facilities:
The Facilities Committee reported that the roof repairs are now close to completion, with the re-conditioning of the balustrades still to finish. Three quotes for the air conditioning are being sought and we have engaged a specialist to assist in this process.
The issues with the performance of the new wi-fi in the marina were noted and GC resolved that these should be dealt with as a priority. GC also discussed further the design and costing for toilet and shower facilities on the marina in response to several issues raised by GC members.
Workcover has made its final inspection of our yard after we have implemented their previous recommendations and have given us the tick of approval.

Membership and Activities:
The Rear Commodore reported that a separate Events Committee has been re-established, as a sub-committee of Member Services, chaired by April Wilkinson. There was also discussion about the Squadron Sundays format and it was agreed that it should continue being relaxed introductory racing and a lunch.
The GM reported that Discover Sailing Day marketing had focused on social media this year, which generated over 350 pre-bookings and a high level of awareness.
The Joe White School Sailing initiative has put through its first school this year, St Columba’s Primary, (and the Commodore has since presented the students with their certificates. What a bunch of happy kids!).

Here are some great photos To view full gallery click here

Saturday 1st December 
11am:  Race
2pm:    Mussels & Frankfurts in Olympic Bar
​To enter please email Allicia at racing@rmys.com.au

The Port Phillip Women's Championship Series (PPWCS) is commencing on Sunday 2 December with the Shirley Freeman Memorial Trophy at Hobsons Bay Yacht Club.

This year, there is a series entry option, as well as the option to just enter a single race.
To find out more, please read the PPWCS NOR here. Entry for RMYS boats is here.

RMYS has won the PPWCS Teams Trophy for the last 5 years, so let's continue this tradition and get as many boats on the water as possible!

Don't forget that the RMYS race - Jennifer Goldsmith Perpetual Trophy - is on Sunday 3 February. 

Squadron Sunday Pursuit Races
Most of you will be aware of the monthly Squadron Sunday Pursuit Races, which are held primarily for enjoyment & participation of members, their family and friends in a not so competitive environment.
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Now that Spring is here and the weather is improving, what better time to get out on the bay.

These races provide the opportunity for yacht owners /skippers, who may not wish to or are unable to race on Saturday or Wednesdays, to gain confidence in a ‘less competitive environment’ (if there is such a thing when two or more yachts are close-by on the water)....




​The Sailing Committee would love to see more yachts competing in the Squadron Sunday Races, and to support this can assist in matching boats that may need some help with experienced crew from RMYS members that can mentor, or ‘show the ropes’ to anyone in need over a few races.

We already know of a few yachts that do wish to join these races, but don’t have enough experienced crew, while we are also sure there are members who would be more than happy to assist other members in this way. Even one or two experienced crew on these yachts will make a big difference and pass-on knowledge to the other crew.

Remember – this is a fun day (Sunday morning) on the water followed by Squadron Sunday Lunch & live music in the club.
At this stage any boat owner /skipper who is looking for crew for Squadron Sundays may contact either Allicia or myself in the week prior to the race and we will work on matching crew. Likewise, any member (sailing or social) who would like to join a boat for these Sunday races,  then also let Allicia or I know.

Note – there is NO Day Pass Fee for Squadron Sunday Races, however a Day Pass still needs to be completed for any non-member or Social Member to ensure insurance cover.
 
Looking forward to seeing more yachts in the Squadron Sunday Races.
 
John Taylor 

Dinghy is suitable for novice sailors with no sailing experience or keelboat sailors seeking dinghy sailing experience 
Please note minimum age restriction of 12 years apply. 

Course Dates:
November 25th, December 2nd, 9th, 16th

Session times:
Sunday 1330 to 1630 hours

Total:
Four sessions Yachting Australia Training Scheme:

If a session is cancelled due to gale force winds, the course will extend for another week) 

Sunday 2nd December
9am - 12.30pm
​Only $70 

Squadron Sunday is coming up Sunday 25th November. 

It's a great day at the club. We have 3 member events rolled into 1 day. You can attend or 3 or just 1 or of them. Whatever suits best.

If you would like to go for a sail or require crew please contact Allicia, racing@rmys.com.au

If you would like to reserve a table or book lunch to ensure you don't miss out please email Jan, members@rmys.com.au

If you would like to just come down for a drink, snack and watch the 'Geoff Achison Trio' perform live then just come on down.

Happy Squadron Sunday everyone and hope to see you there! 

When   Sunday 16th December
Where  Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, Members Bar & Yard
Time    12 - 2.30pm

April Wilkinson and the RMYS events committee will throwing Member’s Christmas Party BBQ at the club on Sunday 16th December
 
There will be a $2 sausage sizzle in the yard. Come down, grab a drink and wish your fellow friends a Merry Christmas!
 
This Christmas RMYS are supporting a local charity called ‘Act for Kids’ . Throughout December there will be donation boxes up in the Olympic Bar and all proceeds from the Christmas Party will be donated.

This Christmas Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron will be donating all proceeds from the Christmas Party to the local charity group. 'Act For Kids'. 

​Crew wanted to help passage’ White Swan’ to Airlie Beach.
Departure around the week of the 12th Nov subject to weather.
Looking for one or two crew to aid the professional skipper and crew.
The Boat is a 57 feet fully maintained, comfortable cruiser/racer.
Anyone interested can contact Peter Henry on 0415 885 880 or email
peter@henrynetherway.com.au
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We have a new boat arriving into the marina around January 2019. Ron Laughton has just purchased Belami B and is currently at Lake Macquarie in NSW, and have intention of sailing her to RMYS at the end of January 2019. Ron is now a new full member at RMYS. ​We hope you enjoy your club, and we look forward to seeing you out on the water.

The Sailing Committee have noted that a number of members are interested in doing a first aid course. Depending on numbers, the Squadron would be happy to host a group session at RMYS.

Dates, times and costs to be confirmed and are dependent on the number of people who wish to take part. 
Expressions of interest can be sent to racing@rmys.com.au 

Please note that Provide First Aid must be completed every 3 years and CPR must be completed annually to remain valid. 

Allicia Rae
​Sailing Coordinator

Wednesday was a bumper evening with the first race of the Jo Johannesen Twilight Series, Dennis Livingston AMS Series and Horizon Sails Les Norton Trophy Summer Twilight Spinnaker Series 1 taking place. 

Thanks to Ian Guyett, Selwyn Stokes, Richard McGarvie and Varan Freestone for running the race. 

Heaps of people came in for the presentations and dinner, which was fantastic to see. We even had a little bit of Halloween fun. 

On Saturday we held a non-aggregate race.  There were 8 boats, they did course 8, which was 8 miles....must be the lucky number! ​Thanks to Amanda Wakeham, Terry Parker and Andrew Fambiatos for running the race.

To view the results, please click here. 

This weekend ORCV are also running the Melbourne to Stanley, which Arcadia is competing in. Our classic fleet of Ettrick, Avian, Eliza and Akuna are racing in the Cup Regatta, hosted by CYAA and RYCV. Unfortunately, Dingo got one race under their belt before damage to the boat has put them out of the regatta. 

We look forward to publishing a report on both of these events in the next eBreeze. 

Allicia Rae
​Sailing Coordinator

Parks Victoria have issued a Notice to Mariners regarding the St Kilda Isolated Danger Mark. Please click here to view it. 

Allicia Rae
Sailing Coordinator

Dear RMYS Members,

Our next squadron Sunday will be on Sunday 25th November.
Take your friends and family out for a sail in the morning and then head back to the clubhouse for an Al la carte lunch or snacks and drinks in the member's bar.

At 3pm Geoff Achison will perform live in the Olympic Bar.
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What a great way to spend Sunday afternoon and bring down your family and friends. Guest book will be at the Olympic Bar entrance on arrival

See you here!

Recently a number of motorbikes and scooters have been seen driving on the Marina main arm, and also being parked inside the marina.
 
Motorbikes and Scooters are not to be ridden at all on the marina, and should not be parked inside the Marina Gates. 
 
When bikes or scooters are parked either inside the gates they create an obstruction for other marina users.  If bikes are parked on the tender pontoons,  it can make it impossible for owners to access their tender.  The vacant area on the tender pontoon is there for launching and retrieval of tenders – not for parking.  
 
Bikes and scooters must be on the Pier, before the ramp.