Dear Members,

We have Pot, Parma and a Chat night coming up this Friday 6.30pm in the Olympic Bar with Roellen sharing her adventure about Racing to Alaska onboard a small Trimaran.

Parma's & Pasta available at the bar on the night until sold out.

Here is some footage of the race https://www.jauntvr.com/title/b6e066838a

(If you would like to reserve a Parma please contact the office 03 9534 0227 asap)

Dear Members,

For this month's Squadron Sunday we have roast lunch at 12.30pm for just $25 followed by live music with Steve Hoy performing from 2pm onwards. It's a great afternoon for you to bring down your family and friends. Lunch bookings highly recommended but there will also be roast lunches available on the day until sold out. 
Feel free to share this event via our facebook event page and here is a clip on Youtube of Steve performing in St Kilda last year

The Summer Season is almost upon us!

The NOR is now available online. You can read it here. Entry is currently being set up and will be open soon. 

The website calendar is being update and will be 100% live shortly. 

Don't forget that the safety declarations expired at the end of June, so if you haven't submitted a new one yet, you can download one here, or collect one from the office. Safety category stickers are now available from the office. We have Cat 7, 6, 5, 5N and 2 in stock. 

If you haven't submitted a current copy of your AMS and IRC certificates, please feel free to email them to me or drop into the office. 

Now onto items that aren't race document related!

We're always looking for more volunteers and summer is no exception! If you have some free time or you aren't sailing over summer and you would like to get involved in race management, please let me know. 

We're also on the hunt for sponsors for the year, so if you would like to sponsor a series or know someone who might be interested, shoot me an email or give me  a call on 9534 0227. 

Last, but definitely not least, Opening Day is on Saturday 6 October and I am looking forward to seeing all of you take part in the sail past. The orders of the day will be out next week. If you have any questions about the sail past, please do not hesitate to contact me. If you would like to book in for the lunch (2 courses for $45), please email Jan. 

See you on the water!

Allicia Rae
​Sailing Coordinator

Photo by Andrea Sundin

On Wednesday, race 4 of the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series III, Doctors of Northcote Winter Spinnaker Series III - AMS & IRC and the Overnewton Trophy Winter Spinnaker Series III - PHS were held in 8-14 knot southwesterly breezes. A full red pursuit course was run. 

Thanks to Ian Guyett and Selwyn Stokes for running the race. 

A side note to those competing in the non-spinnaker AMS. The results were accidentally handicapped using the full AMS rating, rather than the non-spinnaker rating. This appears to have been the case for the past few races. The results have been updated accordingly, including series scores to date. Apologies for any inconvenience. 

To view the full results please click here. 

Unfortunately, due to a gale warning issued by the BOM, there was no racing on Saturday. 


Allicia Rae
​Sailing Coordinator

Maintenance works are still being conducted across the untouched section of the rooftop where the air conditioning units are.
The turf section of the rooftop however is now complete and looks amazing. We are throwing ideas around of what we can do for members so it can be used freely when there are no events and the sun is shining! If you have any good ideas let us know.

RMYS survives on contributions of our many club members.

Each year we identify a member who has made a significant contribution to RMYS to be awarded the JW Crosbie Trophy for Club Member of the Year, which will be presented at Opening Day on Saturday 6 October.

Anyone can be nominated for anything you think is valuable. It could be race officials, sub-committee volunteers, organisers, boat owners, crew, junior, or social members – anyone you think has made a difference to your experience at RMYS and whose efforts you think should be recognised. 

 The JW Crosbie Trophy was presented to RMYS by Commodore John Crosbie, Commodore of RMYS from 1970 to 1972 and
 Honorary Life  Member.

Please complete the club_member_of_the_year_nomination_form_2018.pdf and return it to the office by no later than Monday 17 September. The proposer and seconder must be RMYS members.  All nominations will be reviewed by the General Committee. 
 
General Committee members do not qualify for the award. 

We look forward to receiving your nominations.

Dear Members,

Well October is just around the corner which is exciting news for our members. Rooftop works should be complete if all goes to plan, twilight racing will commence and the sunshine and sunsets might start making a comeback. 

RMYS have many member events in the pipeline and to get things started we encourage all members to come down to the club for one of the biggest member events on the RMYS calendar, Opening Day. 

​Save the date in your Calendar & we hope to see you here!

Last Wednesday was race 3 of the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners, Doctors of Northcote Winter Spinnaker Series and Overnewton Trophy Winter Spinnaker Series. 
Pursuit course 9 was run in 12-20 knot northerlies. 
​​Thanks to Ian Guyett and Selwyn Stokes for running the race. 

On Saturday the final Winter Spinnaker Series race was run in conjunction with the final HBYC Brass Monkey Series race. Thanks to Alistair Hart, Alex Simopoulos, Robyn Stargatt and Tony Lukeman as well as the HBYC race management team for running the race. 
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To view full results, please click here. 

In addition to being a social member of RMYS I am a member of Rotary, at Albert Park and I am running an event which is our major fundraiser.

​This event supports Rotary Albert Park and the community and international projects we sponsor, the speakers charity which is Bravery Trust who support recently returned Australian service men and women and Life Saving Victoria where the event is hosted.

This year the speaker is Kevin Sheedy and there are fun activities, prizes, raffles and auctions.  

Kind regards,
Lea Ram
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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 

RMYS working bee is coming up on Sunday 30th September. Working Bee levy waived for all members who attend.
This working bee will be primarily focused on cleaning and sprucing up the club. 

I'd like to start this week's article by saying a big thank you to Julie Cutler and Amy Corcoran for processing the results while I was on annual leave. Also a big thanks to all the race management volunteers for filling the roster a month in advance. It was a great help!

Last Wednesday was race 2 of the Morse Air Systems Midweek Mariners Series III, Doctors of Northcote Winter Spinnaker Series III (AMS & IRC) and the Overnewton Trophy Winter Spinnaker Series III (PHS). Thanks to Ian Guyett, Selwyn Stokes and Mike Allnutt for running the race. 

On Saturday the Winter Mixed Series kicked off with a pursuit race.
Thanks to Amanda Wakeham, Terry Parker and Andrew Fambiatos for running the race. 

Winter Mixed Series - Pursuit
1st - Tigris
2nd - Matador
3rd - Sugoi

To view full results, please click here. 
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New members Nicky and Sam have great uncles who were commodores here at the club.

​Introducing the:
WinchFit 2000 GLX Deluxe

Are you weak and puny? Would you struggle to pull the skin of a rice pudding? Are you letting your skipper down with feeble slow tacking? They you need the Winchfit 2000 GLX Deluxe

This patented device is expertly designed to training your pathetic excuse for muscles into a finely honed winching machine that will have your skipper scared you will pull the eyelet out of the genny.
The Winchfit 2000 GLX Deluxe permits either a kneeling or sitting position to best replicate your winching mode. Infinitely adjustable winch tension at the turn of a knob facilitates either low friction “enduro” mode to work those small muscles for a marathon race or turn up the heat and move into “power” mode to build bulk and enable superfast tacking in the strongest of gales.

For extra realism the inbuilt electronic Torque Talk sensor detects when you are slowing down and will play a recording of your skipper yelling at you

The discerning observer will note the superior construction of this majestic device. Hand crafted using time served (ex- prisoners) experts and constructed from the highest performing modern materials such as “wood” and “metal” the WinchFit 2000 GLX Deluxe will not let you down even after minutes of constant use.

Testimonial
I used to be truly pathetic when it came to grinding winches. In fact I would often disappear below offering to make the tea or grabbing the cheese and bickies just before a tack and would feign sea sickness prior to a beat in anything over 3 knots.
Then I got a WinchFit 2000 GLX Deluxe. I went for the Deluxe model with the padded seat to protect my somewhat bony posterior from damage (I bruise quite easily). After only 3,300 hours of intense workout I am now capable of winching in the number 4 genny in upwards of 8 knots of breeze. I just love it. I set my iPad on the floor next to the WinchFit 2000 GLX Deluxe and watch past episodes of The Batchelor and Bay Watch to while away the minutes while I pack on the grams of muscle.
So a great big shout out of THANK YOU to the inventors of the WinchFit 2000 GLX Deluxe.
Simon aged 51 and a half
 
So do not delay another minute call the 1800 number now; but wait there’s more, buy one WinchFit 2000 GLX and we will throw in the Deluxe seat pad for FREE, yes TOTALLY FREE; that’s worth $2150.99

But wait, there’s more, if you call within the next 30 seconds we will add a WinchFit 2000 GLX Deluxe drink bottle holder which normally retails for $567.34

I can’t believe it but there is even a better deal for the first 300,000 callers for a mere $348.76 we will customise your WinchFit 2000 GLX Deluxe by professionally sign writing your vessel name on the side of the device to make you feel like you are on your boat.

For added realism have a friend periodically throw buckets of cold salty water over you as you grind making howling wind noises at the same time.

Do not delay there are only 4 million units available and they are going fast’ish.

Steve Thompson
Managing Director Australia
 
Morgan Advanced Materials
Technical Ceramics
4 Redwood Drive, Notting Hill, Victoria 3168, Australia
 
P +61 (0) 3 9550 9137
M  +61 (0) 431 471 274
F  +61 (0) 3 9550 9125
E steve.thompson@morganplc.com
http://www.morgantechnicalceramics.com

​I am the new Operations Manager for food and beverage services at RMYS. I have been with food&desire over the past 12 years, with a break to pursue a post graduate degree in secondary teaching. I decided to stay in hospitality after working in one high school.

Before RMYS I was the Catering Operations Manager for The State Library of Victoria.  I felt and worked as if I was a part of the State Library organisation and team as  much as food&desire. When we finished the contract there, Shaun my boss at food&desire, thought that it would be fun for me to go to RMYS. So here I am.

My aim at RMYS is work in partnership with committee, members and everybody in the office to deliver good food, friendly, attentive service and great Royal Melbourne Yacht Club and Harbour Room events. I have worked in Clubs before and I know the pride and sense of ownership that is part of the culture of a successful club. I aim to actively participate in that culture.

I can assure you that I have been talking and listening to members and I understand and appreciate that foodanddesire  has a reputation for inconsistent food and service. It has appeared that events in the Harbour Room have precedence over the Club.
I do not and will not prioritise Harbour Room over RMYS. They go together.

I am looking forward to meeting more members. I am in the bar every Wednesday and in the building Thursday, Friday and Saturday. I will be popping into the bar even when there are events in the Harbour Room to make sure that everything is going well.

You can also message me through the Red Book app. I look forward to meeting you all.
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Ps: I have taken off the Dim Sum because you all laughed at my kiwi accent. (just joking –no dim sum because we are changing the bar menu)

Lesleigh McDougall
Food & Desire

Course commencing tomorrow evening, Wednesday 5th September. *Places available Call Leigh Call  0412 196 301

• September 2018: Wednesday evenings 1900 to 2200 hours 5th, 12th, 19th & Thurs evening 13th (HF session only)

Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy offers the internationally approved VHF (Short Range) or VHF + HF (Long Range) courses with a focus on the practical exercises using our ICOM marine radio equipment. Being a qualified in marine radio operator is one of the best ways to improve your boating safety for you and your family. We've taught hundreds of yachties and power boaters in Melbourne to get the most out of their marine radio equipment (and AIS) and how to best use it to their advantage. All Short Range and Long Range marine qualifications taught by the Academy are internationally recognised and life - long ie: no renewal fees or further testing.

Other course dates

• November 2018:  Thurs evenings 1900 to 2200 hours 1st, 8th, 15th & Tues evening 13th (HF session only)

Sandringham Yacht Club have a Boat weighing day coming up Sunday September 9th, 2018
Please call 0497 791 304 or email info@raceyachts.org to book a time slot before September 1st

Would you like to try a beginner course or brush up on your helming skills in keelboats?             ​

Visit website for more information and booking details 

L​eigh and Robyn
Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy

PH 03 9534 0059 I E training@rmys.com.au​

Dear members,

St Kilda Pier Road public safety improvements

The City of Port Phillip has received $100,000 from the Victorian Government’s Community
Crime Prevention Program to address public safety concerns on Pier Road.

While measures such as the implementation of night-time parking restrictions, ‘No Entry
12 am to 5 am’ signage, 24-hour street and footpath alcohol bans, and hundreds of fines and
infringements have had some short-term success in addressing Pier Road hoon activity, these
have not provided a long-term deterrent to hoon drivers.

Stage 1 of the funded works have included the installation of raised curbing which has been
successful in disrupting hoon activity at the turnaround section of Pier Road.

The Stage 2 works will prevent overnight unauthorised access at this major entry point to Pier Road with gates,
bollards, native grass plantings, signage and lighting near Beaconsfield Parade.

Construction of the works is expected to start in mid-August with completion before summer.
The gates will be locked every night from 11 pm to 5 am the next morning, in line with
Council’s other foreshore carparks.

Council has made significant investments to improve public safety along the rest of the
St Kilda foreshore. This includes nearly $200,000 on landscape works at the northern end of
St Kilda Promenade with new landscaped garden beds and bollards to control vehicle access
and reduce bike rider conflicts with pedestrians. An additional $50,000 on fencing and other
works has been implemented to limit vehicle intrusion onto St Kilda’s foreshore reserves.
Access along Pier Road will continue to be provided to authorised vehicles and the Royal
Melbourne Yacht Squadron carpark at the southern end of Pier Road, as well as for bike riders connecting to the Bay Trail path.

The redevelopment of the Pier Road southern entry will be considered as part of the Victorian Government’s proposal to replace St Kilda Pier, which will may alter public access between Jacka Boulevard and the proposed new St Kilda Pier location
next to the existing pier.

Victoria Police will be monitoring the effectiveness of Pier Road works in reducing hoon activity.
If you have any queries or would like more information about Pier Road works, visit
Council’s website at www.portphillip.vic.gov.au or contact the project team by phone
ASSIST 03 9209 6777 or email assist@portphillip.vic.gov.au

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Dear members,

The Australian Yachting Championships will be hosted by Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron.

NOR and Entries now open.

The Australian Yachting Championship website is here: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/yachtingchamps/
NOR and Entry now available.
The Port Phillip AMS Regatta website is here: http://www.rmys.com.au/special-entry-races.html
NOR and Entry now available.

Exciting month for racing as this event runs back to back with the Festival Of Sails at RGYC making it a great week all round. Check out this great article written by RGYC highlighting the 2 events here https://festivalofsails.com.au/yachting-championships-and-festival-of-sails-form-ultimate-double-bill

Winter and spring course dates.
Our courses alternate every month from a two day weekend course( 9am-6pm, one day theory and one day practical) to two consecutive Thursday nights 6pm-10pm ( theory) and a Sunday 9am-6pm ( practical)                                                                                                                                 
September 15 & 16                                                                                                    
October 11, 18 & 21                                                                                                                             
November  17 & 18
​Powerboat handling- Learn how to handle a power boat or improve on your skills of boat handling. This includes obtaining a Victorian Boat licence without further testing. You will also learn more about engines, types of craft, chart and on water navigation.

Visit website for more information and booking details 

L​eigh and Robyn
Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy

PH 03 9534 0059 I E training@rmys.com.au

​Next month on Saturday September 22nd from 1pm to 10pm the Listen Out music event will be held in Catani Gardens.
 
In the event delivery there will be changes to traffic conditions for bump in/out and on the event day.
 
Bump In: from 6:45 on 17th to 21st September, Pier Rd from Beaconsfield Pde to RMYS, restricted access to authorised event vehicles only
 
Event Day: 22nd September – there will be increased traffic volumes in the area today

• Pier Rd access will remain restricted for event vehicles only and the footpath will become closed to pedestrians.
• Parking spaces on Jacka Blvd north of Pier Rd will be removed all day.
• During event egress from 21:00 to 23:00 road closures will be in place for Pier Rd, Jacka Blvd from Beaconsfield Pde to Cavell St and Lower Explanade. All vehicles located inside the road closure area will be managed out by traffic controllers. Taxis will be given managed access to Jacka Blvd at the Lower Esplanade via Cavell St to pickup any pre booked fairs.

 
Bump Out: from 6:45 on 23rd to 25th September, Pier Rd from Beaconsfield Pde to RMYS, restricted access to authorised event vehicles only
 
All this information is outlined in the attached MAP