News Archive

Updates

December 2007 update

Well it’s that time of the year and the jolly man in the red suit will soon be visiting us all.  The sailing season is already half over and it really seems like we have only just begun.  

 A reminder that this week 22/12/07 is the final day for sailing before our Christmas break. Sailing will recommence on 12/1/2008 with registration for training also to be conducted that morning. 

JUNIOR CLUB CAPTAIN:  

Following discussions at the last committee meeting it has been decided to reintroduce the position of Junior Club Captain as provided for in our club’s constitution.  This is seen as an important position in that it provides our junior members with an avenue to the general committee and also it will improve communication with our younger club members.  The committee is pleased to congratulate Andrew Miller on being appointed to this position for the 2007/2008 season.

 TRAINING COURSES

Refer to the enclosed flyer for details of training courses to be conducted next year.  As these courses have limited numbers, please ensure that you book early to avoid disappointment.

 MEMBERS CONTACT DETAILS:

A reminder to provide your email details so we can send communications electronically.  Email your request either the editor or  to : thesecretary@chelseayachtclub.com.au

 The Committee would like wish all our members a very merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year.  To those members who are travelling to compete in National titles we wish you all the best and trust you will have a safe and enjoyable time.

 We would also like to send our best wishes to Ron Earle who continues to make a slow but steady recovery from his recent illness.

Mike Eising                                        email: mike.eising@optusnet.com.au

Editor

November 2007 update

COMMITTEE:  

We are delighted to announce that Steve Low has accepted the position of Vice Commodore and will be assuming these duties in the near future.  Steve’s contact details will be advised and updated on the web site in the near future.  We still require a one more general committee member so if you can help then please let us know.

CYC OPENING DAY AND FOAK REGATTA

These events were held over the weekend of 10^th and 11th November.  The weekend was a great success with almost 80 boats sailing over the two days.  A big thank you to all those members and volunteers who assisted over the two days. 

ASSISTANCE REQUIRED ON RACE DAYS

we are looking for somebody to assist in the Tower with Top Yacht program.  This involves setting up races, entering Yachts and entering finish times. The position requires computer literacy and a deal of patience.  Ideally would be available most Saturday afternoons or at least twice a month.  Talk to Barry Wilson on 9773 4820 or Melissa Galland 9773 1346 if you can assist.

MEMBERS CONTACT DETAILS:

A reminder for members to contact us if you prefer to receive your club correspondence  electronically.  Please complete the form sent out with the October update or email your request and details to: thesecretary@chelseayachtclub.com.au

NEWSLETTER ITEMS:

Members are invited to email details of any news items directly to the editor. 

Mike Eising                                        email: mike.eising@optusnet.com.au

Editor

0403 411 097

October 2007 update

The 2007/2008 sailing season commenced on Saturday October 6^th and we are now well into the new season.  Whilst the early level of participation has low, hopefully as the weather improves so to will the number of boats on the beach.

 MEMBERSHIP:  A reminder that membership fees were due by 31/8/2007 and we wish to thank those of you who have already paid.  We would also like to take this opportunity to remind anyone who has overlooked these fees to please arrange payment as soon as possible. 

COMMITTEE:   

Contact details for all committee members appear on the website.  At present, the following members have been elected or volunteered their services for our club’s committee:

 Our club relies heavily on the services of volunteers to ensure that everyone has their needs and wishes catered for.  At the moment we ideally like to see some volunteers come forward for the position of Vice Commodore as well as three or four additional general committee members. 

The sailing committee consists of representative members from each of our classes.  We would ask that each class review their positions and arrange for at least one sailor to represent them.

MEMBERS DRAW: 

The members draw continues to be held each Friday night at 6.00 pm.  To be eligible for the prize members must be present at the time of the draw. Please see the notice adjacent to the bar for all conditions of the draw.

 SAILING EVENTS:  

 FOAK REGATTA: Saturday 10^th & Sunday 11^th November.  

The concept will be similar to that of recent years.  Two races are to be held on each day starting at 11.00 am and 2.00 pm. Please refer to the flyer sent our recently for details.  Sailing instructions will be available on/before the morning of the first race.

CYC OPENING DAY:

Our opening day will be held in conjunction with the FOAK on Sunday 11^th November.  Please note that a barbeque will be held on each day.   

COMBINED SAILING WITH MORDIALLOC SAILING CLUB.

To be conducted at Chelsea on 17^th November.

 WORKING BEE:

The working bee was held on Sunday 14^th October.  We were very pleased with the good attendance on the day and we would like to thank everyone who contributed their efforts on the day. 

 MEMBERS CONTACT DETAILS:

In an effort to cut down on postage and stationery costs we would like to send correspondence such as the monthly update direct to member’s email addresses.  This is purely an individual preference for each of our members.  If you would prefer to have information sent to you electronically then please either complete the following page and drop it in at the clubhouse or email your request and details to the thesecretary@chelseayachtclub.com.au

  NEWSLETTER ITEMS:

Members are invited to email details of any news items directly to the editor. 

 Mike Eising                                        email: mike.eising@optusnet.com.au

Editor

0403 411 097

March Update 2007

The 2006/2007 sailing season is nearing the end with only 2 weeks of club racing left.  Still the club will keep running with social nights, working bees, footy tipping, golfing on Sunday’s and working bees.

Over the Labour day weekend (10/11/12^th March) the Club ran state titles for the Impulse Assoc, and we thank the Club members who volunteered their time on the workboats, tower, cleaning, kitchen and bar staff to run a successful titles.  Congratulations to the Bretherton’s for winning the Tasar States and the two Brett’s for winning the Javelin state titles.

SAILING EVENTS: Saturday 24^th March will be part two of the combined race with Mordialloc SC.  This will be run by Mordi SC at Mordialloc, Club boats can either sign on at MSC or sail down to MSC from CYC.  If sailing from CYC, you will need to sign on at CYC and we will fax entries down.  Hopefully we can have a copy of the course faxed to the club beforehand.  Any queries please contact Neil Fountain (Commodore) 0419 529 162.

**ON SATURDAY 31^st MARCH THERE WILL BE A RE-SAIL FOR C/C4 & H/C10 (27/1).  THE ORIGINAL DATE FOR RE-SAIL, SAT 3/3 WAS ABANDONED.  SO ON 31/3 THERE WILL BE TWO SHORT RACES BACK TO BACK.

MEMBERS DRAW:  This Fridays’ draw (23^rd March) the jackpot amount is $220.  Its good to see many members coming down on Friday nights for the draw.  Frank is doing a fine job with the draw.   You can almost hear a pin drop before the members name is called out.  Previous weeks winners are Jack Murphy, Adrian Baker, Allen Sly, Tom Wild, Andrew Yates, Dorothy Rogerson, Paul Hirst, Peter Gill, Aaron Hirst, Darrell Fleming, Paul Cappy, Matthew Mitchell, Daniel Michel, Ian Newman, Janet Carr, Rod Lyster, Greg Shapcott, Mark Halton

**NEXT WORKING BEE IS THIS SUNDAY 25^TH MARCH AT 9.30AM.  Morning tea and BBQ lunch will be provided.  If you can attend please contact Quentin on 9772 1640 so we can organise jobs and to help with catering.

SAILING MEMBERS DRAW: Ron is busy in the tower each week entering club boats into the draw each time they race at Chelsea.  The winner will be drawn at Presentation night and the winner must be present at time of draw. Remember the amount to be won is $1000.

THE CLUB’S AGM WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY 25^TH MAY 2007 AT 8PM.  Agenda & financials will be sent out next month.

DIANE CAMERON

EDITOR                                             email: thesecretary@chelseayachtclub. com.au

0414991915

Chelsea Yacht Club

APPLIES FOR LEVEL THREE ACCREDITATION

IN GOOD SPORTS PROGRAM

 February 7^th 2007

 The Chelsea Yacht Club is displaying commitment to responsible alcohol management with an application for Level Three accreditation under the Australian Drug Foundation’s Good Sports program.

 Good Sports is the first nationwide alcohol management program of its kind and is supported by VicHealth, the Traffic Accident Commission (TAC) and the Alcohol Education Rehabilitation Foundation. The program was developed following research conducted by the Australian Drug Foundation which indicated that by introducing responsible alcohol management policies, clubs were able to improve membership and enhance viability.

 The club is determined to meet the criteria required for the Level Three accreditation.

 We now have a written alcohol management policy which includes the sale of low alcohol drinks and soft drinks and a safe transport strategy to ensure our members get home safely. We will provide food when serving alcohol and we will not have an emphasis on alcohol for player awards or fundraising, functions and prizes.

 We are confident our efforts will continue to improve the environment at the Club. We are working to ensure the Chelsea Yacht Club is a great place to play and socialise for all members of our community.

 The club will be regularly monitored to ensure we comply with the program. This is the responsibility of all members to make sure we do the right thing while we’re enjoying ourselves and having fun.

 For more information about the accreditation program speak to Steve Read.

January 2007 Update

A lot has happened at the Club since the last update and this update has some important information in regards to sailing and social events at the Club. 

Over the Christmas period CYC ran a successful Javelin South Pacific and Nationals titles, with sailors from Victoria, Western Australia and New Zealand competing the for title. There were 26 boats competing and club members Aaron Hirst and Paul Newman won both titles. 

Many thanks must go to those who volunteered their time over this period on workboats, in the tower, the bar staff, kitchen staff and cleaners. 

Also sailing members competed in WA (Tasars), Mornington (Optimist) and Paynesville (125’s) during this time.

SAILING EVENTS: 

PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE WILL BE NO TRAINING OR SAILING ON SATURDAY 27^TH JANUARY (Australia Day W/end).  The race will be re-scheduled on Saturday 3/3/07.

**On Saturday 3^rd February 2007, the Club is running a Centenary Regatta in conjunction with Chelsea’s Centenary when the railway station opened on 4/2/1907.  The race starts at 2pm and the Club has invited old class boats to join in with the club race.  This is also the Clubs Commodore’s Trophy race.

**CYC are running the Impulse State titles over the March long weekend.  If any members are not going away and can help out in any way on workboats, tower, etc please contact me on the number below.

MEMBERS DRAW is still held each Friday night in the Members room at 6pm.  Nominee member (or spouse/partner/children) must be present at draw and be a current financial member.  Winner must present their current membership card.  Prize will be $10 and will jackpot each week until there is a winner.  The prize will go back to $10 when a winner has been drawn.  This week’s draw on Friday 26^th January 2007 has a jackpot of $140. 

 NEXT WORKING BEE ON THE CLUB WILL BE ON SUNDAY 25^TH MARCH 2007 AT 9.30AM.  Morning Tea and BBQ lunch will be provided.  If you can attend please contact Quentin on 97721640.

 SAILING MEMBERS DRAW – This has continued on from last season and for those new to the club, each club boat that enters a club race and starts within their division start are put into the draw and the winner is drawn at presentation Night on 12/5/07.  The winner must be present at time of draw.

The Committee and members offer their deepest sympathy to Peter & Judy Tardrew and family on the passing away of Rita Tardrew.

DIANE CAMERON

EDITOR                                              email: thesecretary@chelseayachtclub. com.au

0414991915

John Bertrand Article from Herald Sun August 5 2006

September 2006 Update

The 2006/07 season starts on Saturday 7^th October.  Training registration starts at 9am so please trainees and parents be prompt.  If the weather is kind we will send the trainees out sailing, so remember to bring your sailing gear.  Memberships can be paid on this day.  Sailors when paying your fees please return your completed boat registration.  If paying on the day you start back, please arrive a little earlier so boat registrations can be completed and entered into the computer.

 For all sailing Members a copy of the sailing calendar is attached.  The calendar has those listed for Duty Officer and OOD. 

 Remember the sailing draw which commences on 7^th Oct. Each week when a club boat sails a club race their boat name/sail number will be put into a draw.  The boat must cross the start line within their division start time and must sign on/off for that race.  The more races sailed at CYC the more times you are entered into the draw.

MEMBERS DRAW:  As from Friday 4^th August all membership cards will be removed, and financial members will be added and included in the draw.  The draw is still held each Friday night in the Members room at 6pm.  Nominee member (or spouse/partner/children) must be present at the draw and be a current financial member.  Prize will be $10 and will jackpot each week until there is a winner.  The prize will go back to $10 when a winner has been drawn.  So come to the Club each Friday before 6pm for a chat and a drink.  Draw for 29^th Sept the jackpot is $60.

 **A Working Bee was held at the club on Sunday 24^th Sept.  A report by our Maintenance Manager, Quentin Hildebrand is attached. 

x On behalf of the Rogerson Family, they would like to thank the Members and Friends of Chelsea Yacht Club for giving Hugh a wonderful send off on Friday 1^st Sept.  Also thankyou for your support through this sad time.

 Dorothy, Gavin & Bryan Rogerson

DIANE CAMERON

EDITOR                                             email: thesecretary@chelseayachtclub. com.au

0414991915

August 2006 Update

Have you seen the month on the top of this newsletter update and said to yourself, “My goodness I have only 2 weeks before Spring Series  starts and I still haven’t cleaned out the boat from last season”.  Time is ticking away and the 2006/07 season starts on Saturday 7^th October.  Membership invoices and boat registrations have been sent out and fees are now due.  Sailors when sending in your fees please return you boat registration.

MEMBERS DRAW:  As from Friday 4^th August all membership cards will be removed, and  financial members will be added and included in the draw.  The draw is still held each Friday night in the Members room at 6pm.  Nominee member (or spouse/partner/children) must be present at the draw and be a current financial member.  Prize will be $10 and will jackpot each week until there is a winner.  The prize will go back to $10 when a winner has been drawn.  So come to the Club each Friday before 6pm for a chat and a drink. July drawn members were 7/7 – Lindsay Simmons, 14/7 – Christine Cook, 21/7 – Ray Martin, 28/7 – Adrian Cordery, 4/8 – John Holstock, 11/8 – Janet Carr, 18/8 – Frank Hirst (Winner $150).  Draw for 25^th August returns to $10.

**A Working Bee will be held on Sunday 24^th Sept, starting at 9am.  Morning tea & Lunch will be provided.  Please contact Quentin on 9772 1640 if you can attend.

 x On a sad note, we wish to pass on our heartfelt sympathy to Dorothy, Gavin & Bryan Rogerson on the passing of Hugh Rogerson, a Life member and past commodore of Chelsea Yacht Club. 

July 2006 Update

The club’s AGM was held on Friday 30^th June.  The new committee was elected in; unfortunately the position of Vice President is still vacant and needs to be filled.  If you are wanting to fill this committee position, please contact our new president, Steve Read on 0412797425.

 MEMBERS DRAW:  With the new season upon us, the membership invoices are attached to this update.  Members have until the end of July to pay the fees to remain in the draw.  As from Friday 4^th August all membership cards will be removed, and new financial members will be added and included in the draw.  The draw is still held each Friday night in the Members room at 6pm.  Nominee member (or spouse/partner/children) must be present at the draw and be a current financial member.  Prize will be $10 and will jackpot each week until there is a winner.  The prize will go back to $10 when a winner has been drawn.  So come to the Club each Friday before 6pm for a chat and a drink. June drawn members were 9/6 – Steve Gannon, 16/6 – David Boyle, 23/6 – Lewis Silvester, 30/6 Tim Fountain.  Draw for 7^th July, jackpot amount is $90.

SAILING MEMBERS DRAW – Season 2005/06 winner was Stephen Low (125 sailor).  The Club will run this draw again next season, so remember the more you sail the more tickets in the draw.

**Attention all ex-skate sailors.  The Skates are celebrating their 50^th anniversary of the class at their national titles on Kangaroo Island in January 2007.  For further details contact John Fairfax by email on jfxaus@hotmail.com

DIANE CAMERON

EDITOR                                             email: thesecretary@chelseayachtclub. com.au

0414991915

SAILING MEMBERS DRAW – Remember each week when a club boat sails a club race their boat name/sail number will be put into a draw.  The draw will take place at Presentation Night and a CYC financial skipper or crew must be present at the time of the draw.  The prize will be $1000 for the winning boat.  To enter the draw, the boat is to cross the start line within their division start time and must sign on/off for that race. 

**The Club is running a Senior First Aid (level 2 equivalent) course over two days on Sunday 7^th and 21^st May.  Both days will start at 9am and finish at 4pm.  Cost will be $110, which will include a light lunch with tea & coffee.  Anyone interested please contact the Secretary to put your name on the list.  Limited places available. 

So far I only have four names on the list, we need a minimum of 10 to run the course.

DIANE CAMERON

SECRETARY                                                email: thesecretary@chelseayachtclub. com.au

June 2006 Update

The Club’s Presentation Night was held on Saturday 13^th May.  Congratulations to all prizewinners and many thanks to the 125 Class who organised the evening.  There was lots of Red & Black all around.  We thank Chelsea Cameras, Harken, Blue Peter, and Temptation Bakeries for donating prizes for our raffle and to Benjamin’s Catering for a wonderful meal and friendly service.  Next season the Windrush Class has offered to run Presentation Night.

 The club’s AGM has been postponed and will now be held on Friday 30^th June starting at 8pm.  The Clubs financials will be sent out prior to the night please peruse these and bring with you on the night. 

 MEMBERS DRAW: The draw is still held each Friday night in the Members room at 6pm.  Nominee member (or spouse/partner/children) must be present at the draw and be a current financial member.  Prize will be $10 and will jackpot each week until there is a winner.  The prize will go back to $10 when a winner has been drawn.  So come to the Club each Friday before 6pm for a chat and a drink.  May/June drawn members were 5/5 – Ray Layton won $10, 12/5 – Mark Payton, 19/5 – Matthew Mitchell, 26/5- Yvette Baker, 2/6 – Grant Roe.  Draw for 9^th June jackpot amount is $50. 

 SAILING MEMBERS DRAW – Season 2005/06 winner was Stephen Low (125 sailor).  The Club will run this draw again next season, so the more you sail the more tickets in the draw.

 **The Club is running a Senior First Aid (level 2 equivalent) course over two days on Saturday 1^st and Sunday 2^nd July.  Both days will start at 9am and finish at 4pm.  Cost will be $110, which will include a light lunch with tea & coffee.  Anyone interested please contact the Secretary to put your name on the list.  Limited places available. 

There needs to be a minimum of 10 people to run this course.  Numbers needed by 25/6.

 DIANE CAMERON

SECRETARY                                                email: thesecretary@chelseayachtclub. com.au

0414991915

April 2006 Update

The end of the season is near, with a great deal of things happening at the club.  We have presentation night on Saturday 13^th May, First Aid Course (Level 2) 7^th & 21^st May and the Club’s AGM on Friday 26^th May.  Nominations for committee are due in to the secretary by 12^th May.  There are currently positions available on the committee for Vice President, Secretary and general committee.  If you are thinking of coming onto committee, please contact the Secretary.

The club’s AGM will be held on Friday 26^th May starting at 8pm.  Agenda and nominations for committee forms have been sent out to all members. 

MEMBERS DRAW: The draw is still held each Friday night in the Members room at 6pm.  Nominee member (or spouse/partner/children) must be present at the draw and be a current financial member.  Prize will be $10 and will jackpot each week until there is a winner.  The prize will go back to $10 when a winner has been drawn.  So come to the Club each Friday before 6pm for a chat and a drink.  March/April drawn members were 24/3 – Colin Williams, 31/3 – Don Le Souef, 7/4 – Christine Cook, 13/4 Adam McGregor won $60, 21/4 – Christian Barber, 28/4 – Tony O’Connell won $20.  Draw for 6^th May amount is back to $10.

SAILING MEMBERS DRAW – Remember each week when a club boat sails a club race their boat name/sail number will be put into a draw.  The draw will take place at Presentation Night and a CYC financial skipper or crew must be present at the time of the draw.  The prize will be $1000 for the winning boat.  To enter the draw, the boat is to cross the start line within their division start time and must sign on/off for that race. 

**The Club is running a Senior First Aid (level 2 equivalent) course over two days on Sunday 7^th and 21^st May.  Both days will start at 9am and finish at 4pm.  Cost will be $110, which will include a light lunch with tea & coffee.  Anyone interested please contact the Secretary to put your name on the list.  Limited places available. 

So far I only have four names on the list, we need a minimum of 10 to run the course.

November 2005 Update

The season is underway and hopefully the weather will keep on improving and sailing fleets will increase.  The month of November has two busy weekends with two major regattas to be held at Chelsea YC. 

The Longbeach regatta was held last Saturday and what a wonderful sight it was.  The morning race for Junior and Novice skippers saw many of our trainees sailing their first race as skippers and all did very well.  Throughout the morning and mid day saw boats arriving by trailer and water to compete in the afternoons racing.  We had 102 boats competing in the afternoon with only slight breezes.  A truly great day and many thanks to all the club volunteers, in the tower, on the workboats, the canteen, the BBQ cooks, the bar staff and cleaners, who put many hours into making this day a success. 

FOAK REGATTA will be held this weekend, 12^th/13^th November, in line with our Opening day on the Sunday.  Two races will be held both days starting at 11am and 2pm.  There will be prize money and T-shirts to give away over the weekend.  A sausage sizzle will be held after racing for the sailors and volunteers.  Duty rosters will need to be completed and all members are needed to help out.

MEMBERS DRAW: Remember the draw will be held each Friday night in the Members room at 6pm.  Nominee member (or spouse/partner/children) must be present at draw and be a current financial member.  Winner must present their current membership card.  Prize will be $10 and will jackpot each week until there is a winner.  The prize will go back to $10 when a winner has been drawn.  So pay those fees and come to the Club each Friday before 6pm for a chat and a drink.  October winners were 7/10. Jessica Harrison, 14/10. Mark Davis, 21/10. Allan Barrow,

28/10. Chris Wardle, and winner for 4/11 was Chris French.  Jackpot is now $60.

SOCIAL: Over the last two months the club has had two enjoyable social days.  Firstly the Wine Appreciation day in October was attended by a small group of members.  Thanks to Steve and Deb along with Bonbeach Cellars for running the afternoon.  Secondly, on Tuesday 1^st November, a large gathering attended the club to watch ‘The Diva’ win her third Melbourne Cup.  The champagne and beer was flowing, the BBQ was cooking and the kids were having fun in the water, sailing and swimming.  Thanks to Felicity and Deb for running the sweeps and to the committee members who worked behind the bar.

Next event is the Christmas Dinner on Saturday 3^rd December.  Costs will be $25 for Adults and $12 for Children.  Flyers will be sent out to class reps and put up around the club and on the web over the next week.  The night will start at 6.30pm with activities on the beach for all the kids.  Adult’s meal will be turkey, beef and vegetables with plum pudding and custard for sweets.  The children will have mini hot dogs, chips and party pies along with ice cream and cake.  Hopefully the jolly red man will appear during the evening.  Please start organising a table with you class/group today and contact Steve Read 0412 797 425 or Diane Cameron for tickets.

SAILING MEMBERS DRAW – Remember each week when a club boat sails a club race their boat name/sail number will be put into a draw.  The draw will take place at Presentation Night and a skipper or crew financial member must be present at the time of the draw.  The prize will be $1000 for the winning boat.  To enter the draw, the boat is to cross the start line within their division start time and must sign on/off for that race. 

DIANE CAMERON

SECRETARY                                                email: thesecretary@chelseayachtclub. com.au

0414991915

October 2005 Update

The official start of sailing season has started and it was disappointing that there was no race due to strong winds.  Hopefully next Saturday the weather and winds will be more suitable.  Spring racing was very quiet with only a couple of boats venturing out in the water.  There was even a couple of eager junior members who sailed in the rain with their eager dads standing in knee deep water watching their sons.  The Club also had a small fleet of sailboards on one windy Saturday.  Lets hope the clubs sailing fleet numbers increase this season.

MEMBERS DRAW will be held each Friday night in the Members room at 6pm.  Nominee member (or spouse/partner/children) must be present at draw and be a current financial member.  Winner must present their current membership card.  Prize will be $10 and will jackpot each week until there is a winner.  The prize will go back to $10 when a winner has been drawn.  So pay those fees and come to the Club each Friday before 6pm for a chat and a drink.  First draw will be this Friday 7^th October 2005.

MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION FEES are now due.  Reminders will be sent out at the end of October.  Please remember to bring your invoice and boat registration (if applicable) with you when paying your fees.  This makes it easier for the Secretary to process your membership quicker.

SOCIAL: There will be a Wine Appreciation afternoon on Sunday 23^rd October, starting at 1pm.  Tickets are $20 per person, which includes tasting and nibbles.  Please contact Steve Read if wanting to purchase a ticket, before he hunts you down.

The CYC ‘Footy Tipsters’ ran a Grand Final day on Saturday 24^th Sept, and watched the big game on the Club’s newly purchased plasma TV.  Money was raised on the day and will be used to update some fittings on the club’s sabots.  Thanks to Steve, Campbell, Adam, Ron and helpers for running a great day.

SAILING MEMBERS DRAW – Each week when a club boat sails a club race their boat name/sail number will be put into a draw.  The draw will take place at Presentation Night and a skipper or crew financial member must be present at the time of the draw.  The prize will be $1000 for the winning boat.  To enter the draw, the boat is to cross the start line within their division start time and must sign on/off for that race.  So the more races you sail, the more tickets will go into the draw.  Let’s get those boats out onto the water.

SAILING EVENTS:  The club is this year running the Longbeach Regatta, which will be on Saturday 5^th November.  There will be a Junior skipper race in the morning and 2 races back to back in the afternoon.  Notice of race can be found on the Club’s website or on the Club’s notice board.  Also Open Day, Four Of A Kind regatta is on the Saturday 12^th & Sunday 13^th November.

TRAINING commenced with an information session and introduction of the trainers and trainees for this Spring Session last Saturday.  We have 28 trainees all keen and ready to get out onto the water.  Thanks to a handful of members who have worked many Saturday’s in getting the Pacers and Sabots ready for this season.

NEW ARRIVALS: Congratulations to Blainey & Simon Turner on the arrival of Jackson, to Melissa & Mitch Galland on the arrival of Madison and to Greg & Lyndal Brooks on the arrival of Erin.

DIANE CAMERON

SECRETARY       email: thesecretary@chelseayachtclub.com.au

August 2005 Update

The start of the sailing season is getting closer and hopefully all you budding sailors are fine tuning those magnificent sailing vessels in readiness for a fun, jam packed season.

We have many busy members working in and around the club getting workboats, training boats, change rooms and many other spring-cleaning items ready for the start of the sailing season.  Many thanks to those members for giving up their time on weekends and during the week.    There are a few important dates and events happening at Chelsea YC, so read on!

 Spring Series starts on Saturday 3^rd September and finishing on Saturday 24^th September. 

Club racing starts on Saturday 1^st October.  Time is ticking away.

Chelsea YC is this year running the Longbeach Regatta on Saturday 5^th November which is the weekend before the Club’s Opening weekend F.O.A.K regatta on 12^th/13^th November.  Also Chelsea YC will be running the Windrush National starting 1^st January 2006.

 Training for season 2005/06 has a new format with all trainees from last year sent an enrolment form and information sheet.  Enrolment form is also available on the Club’s website.  There will be two sessions this year with only a limited number of training positions available.

Peter, Ian, Linda and Jim will be our main trainers again with help from some of our sailing members.

 Social News – The $1000 draw was held on Sunday 24^th July and many thanks to Jim and his helpers for running this much needed fundraising event.  The draw raised over $1000, which is to be spent on upgrading and refitting our fleet of Pacers.  Thanks to those who supported our fundraiser.  Other events happening at the club is AFL Grand Final Day, Saturday 24^th September.  Have lunch in the member’s bar and then watch the game on the Club’s new plasma TV.  Also on Sunday 23^rd October there will be a Wine Appreciation afternoon, at a cost of $20 per person.

Membership Fees have been posted out and are now due.  Fees can be paid by cash, cheque or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, Bankcard).  Sailors please send your boat registration with your membership fees, so our tower staff can register your boat before the start of the season.

The Committee and members wishes to express their sympathy to one of its past presidents, Bruce Davies and his family on the passing of his wife Elaine.

For up to date information regarding your Club, sailing instructions, training information, sail calendar, committee members and more, check our website.  

January 2005 Update

Welcome back all members to the start of 2005 and the second half on the sailing season.  Club racing resumed on Saturday 15^th January with a ‘Dash for Cash’.  Although only a handful of boats sailed, it was great to see club racing back at Chelsea.  1st Prize went to Grant Roe (Windrush), 2^nd went to Gerald Tate (Paper Tiger) and 3^rd went to Derick Warne (Tasar).  There will be no sailing this week, but will return on 29^th January along with the return of junior training.

Some of our club sailing members sailed in National titles around Australia and returned with stories of hard fought out battles on the water, especially at Blairgowrie.

Results: Cherubs (Botany Bay, NSW) – 1^st Brent Frankcombe & Paul Newman.

125’s (Adelaide Sailing Club ) – 5^th James and Caitlin Robinson

                                               8^th Steve & Andrew Low.

**Photos of 125 National can be looked at on www.adelaidesailingclub.com.au.

Windrush (Lake Illawara ) – 4^th Grant Roe

                                         13^th Bruce Weidner

Sharpies (Blairgowrie) – 24^th Paul Ridgeway, David Bretherton, Derick Warne

                                    25^th Mark Fleming, Aaron Hirst, Nick Chandler

                                    31^st Peter, Marcus, Ben Tardrew

                                    36^th Paul Hirst, Steve Read, Neil Fountain

                                    44^th Allen Sly, Gavin Rogerson, Matt Taylor

The club also ran a Tasar Regatta on 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th January as a warm up to their world titles in Darwin later this year.  There were 27 boats who raced.  The Club and Tasar Assoc wish to thanks the volunteers who ran the regatta on and off the water. 

Well done to all those who participated over the Christmas/New Year period.

Volunteers- Many thanks to those who helped out during the Sharpie Nationals on the Club’s workboat. To Bernie Tobin, Brendon Laube, Phil Cameron, Tony O’Connell, Shane Baker, Michael Duffield, Simon Turner and crews, we thank you for giving up your time. 

WORKING BEE will be on Sunday 30^th January at the Club’s house.  To start at 9.30am.  Work to be done on outside and some interior work.  If you can help out please contact

Quentin Hildebrand on 9772 1640(AH) or the Secretary.  Lunch and Morning tea will be provided.

CYC GOLF: Sunday 19^th December was final play for the year and there was a triple tie for first place.  Craig Culliton, Quentin Hildebrand and Ray Layton.  Well done !

The Club welcomes a new Bar Manager, Blainey Turner.  Peter has resigned from the position after 12 years.  Many thanks to Peter for his hard work during those 12 years, and hope you enjoy the other side.

≠On a sad note, the Club wishes to pass on their best wishes to Brian Juliff and family on the passing away of Joan.

DIANE CAMERON – Secretary

0414 991 915

December Update

Lo! and Behold!  It is nearly Christmas and many of our members are setting off soon to sail in National titles around Australia and others are venturing off for a break from sailing and spending time with their families during the break.  There are no titles being run at Chelsea this Christmas, although some work boat volunteers are needed during the Christmas and New Year break for the Sharpie Nationals at Blairgowrie.  CYC is sending Harry Flint down to help out, so if you wish to volunteer please contact Campbell Simmons on 0408894595.

Twilight racing will be on this Wednesday, if the weather is sailable, last day of training and sailing will be this week.  Sailing returns on Saturday 15^th January 2005 and training returns 29^th January 2005.

Have a safe and happy Christmas and New Year and ‘Good Luck’ to all members sailing in titles.

**Members: Please note that if you are sailing in titles over Christmas and you have not paid your fees or you need an ‘ayf’ number for a crew or family member, please contact ‘the secretary’ before the 22^nd december, so i can process your details with yachting victoria.

SOCIAL: The Christmas Dinner was held on Saturday 4^th December and was a night of fun, laughter and games.  The night started with a fierce game of beach cricket run by Ian and Linda Morris with most children having a go.  This followed by a treasure hunt in the sand for small plastic moulds.  The 8 – 12 years old were most successful in finding all their shapes but the 7 and under found all but two shapes (sorry Lyn, hopefully will find them another day), although Joshua Galland did find one of his sand toys he had left in the sand earlier that day.  The dinner was delicious and the chefs from each table did a great job serving those at their tables.  Santa arrived for a brief visit and all the children were happy he came and even happier when they received their special gift.  Thanks to Steve and his band of helpers who set the hall and to Kathie Toft again for her beautiful flowers for the tables.

CYC GOLF: Final game for the year will be at Rosebud on Sunday 19^th December and as of Saturday 11^th December there was only one place available.  Presentation will take place at the club starting at 5.30pm.

≠On a sad note, the Club wishes to pass on their best wishes to Bill Williams, Lynette and Brett on the passing away of Madge.  Her friendliness and stories will be sadly missed around the club.

The Committee and members send their best to Hugh Rogerson on a speedy recovery.

November Update

It is good to see our sailing numbers are increasing, and paid memberships are steadily moving up.  With Christmas and national titles for many classes getting closer, now is the time to start getting ready for these events.  Start making the Christmas wish list, buy the presents, fix the trailer, trim the sails, practice getting to the race start on time and many more things.

Sailing events at Chelsea happening before Christmas are Saturday 27/11, Carrum SC are racing at Chelsea YC, and Twilight racing will be on Wednesday 8/12 and 15/12.  For those wanting to sail on these Wednesdays, please let the Secretary know, so we can cater for the evening after racing.

OPEN DAY – Four Of A Kind (F.O.A.K.) Regatta held on 13^th/14^th November had a run of bad weather over the weekend.  Although there was no racing on the Saturday, the club put on a race for those keen sailors who turned up on the Sunday morning.  The afternoon race was run, with the winds slowing down to 15 knots.  Although the numbers on the water was small, there were many back on shore that watched the race from the member’s room.  The weather deceived many by radiating brilliant sunshine and some had sun burnt faces the next day.

To those who volunteered over the weekend on the workboat, in the car park, in the tower, welcoming guests on Sunday, working in the bar, cleaning the club throughout and helping in the canteen, the Club thanks all of you.  Without your help the FOAK regatta would not have run as well as it did.

Membership REMINDERS will be sent out shortly to those who are yet to pay.

SOCIAL: Christmas Dinner for all members and friends is on Saturday 4^th December. Numbers for the night need to be finalized by 29^th November.  Please contact your class rep if you are wanting tickets or contact the Secretary.  A flyer is attached with details of cost for the night, and Yes! Santa will be there.

CYC GOLF: On Sunday 21^st November, was held at Skye with only a small but keen group.  The winners and grinners for the day were, 1^st Place Craig Culliton, R/up Adam McGregor, Longest Drive Ian Earle.

Next game will be on Sunday 19^th December at Rosebud. 18 holes are to be played, so if you are wanting to play $40 is to be paid to Peter Horne of Ray Layton then put your name on the board (near the bar).  Presentation will be held at 5pm back at the Club followed by a delicious spread.  Any further details required ask Peter or Ray.

WATER RESTRICTIONS – For those members who may not be aware, the State of Victoria has level 2 water restrictions, and this applies to Yacht clubs as well.  The Clubs karcher (water pressure washer) is to be used ONLY for Club workboats and Club training boats.  Washing down of member’s sailing boats and cars is not to be done at the Club, please do this at your own homes, in line with level 2 water restriction laws.

OCTOBER 2004 

The sailing season is underway with the number of boats increasing, with many completing the ‘to do lists’ before sailing starts.  The winds have been light in the first couple of weeks with strong winds finishing off the first month of racing.  Training numbers are strong, but help is needed on Saturday mornings on workboats and on the beach with many eager sailors wanting to try their hand at sailing.  If you can spare a Saturday morning, please contact the Secretary.

**Sailors please remember that if you wish to have your valuables locked away when sailing, please bring them to the tower, before the afternoon race.

Many thanks to Barry Wilson and Melissa Galland who gave up their time to attend a training session for ‘Top Yacht’, which is the computer program used for all sailing results.

OPEN DAY – Four Of A Kind (F.O.A.K.) Regatta is on Saturday 13th, Sunday 14^th November.  There will be two races on both days, and members will be needed to volunteer on both days.  Rosters will be drawn up for car park duty, workboats, tower and beach patrol.  Class reps will be advised of times and duties prior to weekend.  The Official Opening of season 2004/05 will take part on Sunday 14^th November at 6pm after the Sunday afternoon race.

Notice of Race is on the Club’s website.

Membership renewals are now due.    If you have not received your invoices or have any queries about amounts to be paid, please contact the Secretary.  Remember if you are paying by credit card this can only be done at the club.

SOCIAL: The Barn Dance on Saturday 11^th September was a hoot of a night, with 15 families attending.  The hay bales bought a lot of enjoyment to the kids, although some had a few sneezing problems late at night.  Many thanks to Steve Read for organizing a fun family night. 

Grand Final Day was another successful day, run by the Footy Tipping organizers and Steve Read.  Next year hopefully the AFL Grand Final will be watched at the club on a much larger screen.

Next function will be Christmas Dinner on Saturday 4^th December.  Prices for the evening, when confirmed, will be published on the website.

 CYC GOLF: On Sunday 17^th October, the game was held at Cheltenham.  Results were:

Winner – Lindsay Simmons, Runner-up – Chris Wardle, Longest Drive – Barry Cady, Nearest to Pin – Tony O’Connell.  Next game