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Commodore's Update - May 25th 2020
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Video update from RMYS Commodore, Charles Meredith speaking from the sunny rooftop this week.
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Shore Power in the Marina
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It is a requirement for all vessels who connect to shore power to have IP66 rated (male) plugs that connect to the pedestal.
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Non-compliant plugs cause damage, and create a significant fire hazard (as well requiring expensive repairs).
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From tomorrow, any non-compliant lead will be immediately disconnected. If the same lead is subseq....
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Marina Toilets have arrived at RMYS!
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Club Members,
Great news! Damien and Kuki picked up the Marina Toilets last Friday afternoon and transported them back here to F row at RMYS. They are not operational yet as further installation and plumbing is required. We expect this stage will be completed in a week or so. Big thank you to everyone involved in making this happen, especially Mark Grinter, his knowledge and experience was invaluable. The toilets are located at F03 …
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Please welcome new boat 'Sassy'
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Sassy is a new boat into the marina now located in Pen C19. Stuart is also a new senior member. Please welcome Stuart & introduce yourself. Sassy was purchased 4 years ago from the Derwent Sailing Squadron & is a 2005, 39’10” Lg, 13’ beam, J&J designed Bavaria Cruiser. As a relatively fresh sailor the goals of learning the
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Important Messages from the Sailing Coordinator
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News this week
New races, IRC certificates, Sail Number requirements ,Crew details, Equipment Auditors online course, Boat electrics, BOM webinars
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RMYS Virtual Sailing
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EXTRA RACE ADDED: Join our Virtual RMYS racing and check out the results here.
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Congratulations Greg Patten
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On Saturday Greg took to the water, (virtual) and raced in the Victorian State championships. Although a fantastic effort Greg unfortunately did not make it into the finals on Sunday. As sailing Coordinator I would like to thank and commend Greg for getting involved and flying our flag, he has did himself and the club proud. Please thank Greg …
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Meet the Member & Member's Draw: Friday 29th May
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Meet the Member will take place again this Friday, 29th May at 5.45.
This week I will be interviewing Varan Freestone, a lady of many talents and a regular in our race tower. Come and find our more about her and why she joined RMYS.
Join the Zoom Meeting from 5.30 using this link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82808009740
Remember we will email the link …
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Colin's Conundrums-9
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A few quick questions for you to answer to help keep you mind on sailing, it's all a bit of fun so please have a go
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Photo Competition
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Best weekly image gets a drinks voucher. Keep those pictures coming in. I know there are heaps pout there so share them with your fellow members. Each week they will be posted on our website and Facebook forum page.
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This weeks winner: VAGABOND | To view all entries this week click here
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Training Course update from RMSTA
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Alongside the Squadron, the Royal Melbourne Sail Training Academy has been affected by Covid – 19. Critically Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron has suspended regular sailing and clubhouse operations. The Sailing Academy has also been closed with sail courses suspended. With no training income flowing, several our sailing instructors (including myself) have been supported by the Job Keeper program. The Squadron has also been generous and provided business support to the Academy through this time.
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Interest in sailing remains. Whilst the phone and internet enquiries for learning to sail were few in late March, the last four weeks has seen sharp increase in the number of enquiries to the Sailing Academy about getting into sailing. The overwhelming desire from prospective sailors is to get outside and on the water. Personally, I think we may all be pleasantly surprised at the renewed interest people will show towards SAILING AS A LOCAL ADVENTURE SPORT, which may have been overlooked in recent years in favour of more extreme sports and focus on overseas travel....Read more
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In the light of the Commonwealth Government’s 3 stage road map to recovery focusing on July, the Sailing Academy plans to offer some sailing courses from July 2020, subject to the direction of the Victorian Government, Australian Sailing and Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. Our very popular Keelboat “Start Crewing” weekend courses will be offered first, starting from Saturday 4 th July 2020, with other courses recommencing as restrictions are further eased.
Bookings as an expression of interest are now open to the public and RMYS members & friends and can be DOWNLOADED HERE.
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Your Opinion Wanted: Australian Sailing have three new proposed amendments
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Australian Sailing have three new proposed amendments on the Australian Sailing website and would be very interested in your opinion of them. The proposed changes cover, electronic equipment, sprayhoods on lifejackets and changes to mandatory auditing of boats.
The short survey’s can be found at https://www.sailingresources.org.au/news/public-comment-invited-on-proposed-amendments/
Could you spare us a moment to let us know what your thoughts are. …
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Meet Our Volunteers
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Last week was National Volunteer week. Discover how some of our race management volunteers got into the world of sailing and what they like most about volunteering down at the club
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Happy Birthday this week to...
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As valued members of the Squadron, we would like to wish all those celebrating their birthdays from Monday 25th May through to Sunday 31st May a very Happy Birthday this week.
Please join us in celebrating the following member birthdays this week:
James Holroyd, Robert Kalkman, Frank Hammond,
Barbara Pfeiffer, Terry Lewis, Christopher Lawrence,
Geoffrey Chambers, Susan Jones, Steven Holmes,
Mark Cassar, Tony Dow, Celestine Eramo, Robert Ellis
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Change Our Game Scholarships - Applications Now Open
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Applications for Round Two of the 2019-20
Change Our Game Scholarship program are now open.This program provides funding to support women working and volunteering in the sector to access professional development opportunities that will enhance skills in sport and recreation leadership and management.Candidates for the Change Our Game Scholarship Program are to be nominated by peak sport and recreation bodies, …
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Food4Good | Online Market
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RMYS caterer Food & Desire is providing a complete online food service and helping charities at the same time. Please check this link, support our caterer and enjoy some great food. https://www.food4good.com.au/
Online Wine Cellar, Cheese Platters, Tagines & Curries, Soups or buy someone a meal in need. Read more
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News from Members
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Do you have services, online classes, or a good news story you would like to share with fellow members? Submit to comms@rmys.com.au
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Remote Inspection Service
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I’m Nadine, a intermediate member to the club and a member of the No Man’s Land Team. I live very near to the club and have found myself out of work in recent times. Since access to the marina became a challenge for many I thought to offer my services for remote boat inspections.
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As we are now looking to re-enter the water, you may also be looking at have routine maintenance or repairs done to your boat. My services can include obtaining quotes and managing the scheduling and logistics of these procedures.
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I am also able to perform small maintenance task in-house such as servicing winches or checking rigging and sails.
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FREE - Monday Creativity Hack
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FREE! Monday Creativity Hack
RMYS member Sal Balharrie offers free Weekly Tips and Tricks to expand how your business brain benefits from becoming a better creative thinker. To get on board sign up to her newsletter today.
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Newbies Zumba Class - Sat 12.30pm
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Newbies class available…..
Laura Hamilton is inviting members from RMYS to join her online for a free, fun & active Zumba session suited perfectly for newbies or anyone wanting to try out Zumba for the first time. Message Laura if you're interested
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Tim's Rave @ Facebook LIVE every Monday at 7pm.
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Vocal Alchemy: Online Singing Lessons
RMYS member Tim runs Facebook live session every Monday at 7pm. He talks for 1 hour on all things singing. RMYS members are invited to join and will need to be Facebook members and like the Vocal Alchemy facebook page. Once they have liked the page they will automatically receive a notification that the Live has commenced....
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Some sailing news local and from around the world...
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Dockside with Deb (Online) - Brought to you by My Sail
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Public · Hosted by mysail.team
Getting a bit of cabin fever? You're not alone!
Dockside with Deb brings you closer to your fellow sailors through a weekly conversation with the people you might expect or want to meet while hanging out at your local sailing club or marina. Jump online every Wednesday evening at 7pm (Sydney local time) to join the …
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Stay Connected with fellow members
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Facebook Group - RMYS Members' Forum
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Thanks for reading!
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