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ROYAL YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER APRIL 2013

Geographe Bay Race Week How to start

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ALSO Sunsail adventures • The Duyfken returns! Wednesday • Clean Marine Featuring Bring along the girls for 4 2 Argonaut Mini Series 2013 some fun and a bit of frivolity Geographe Bay Race 4 Week 2013 on what is set to be a great Royal Perth Yacht Club PO Box 5 Nedlands WA 6909 WAIODA State night at the Club. 8 Championships 14 T: (08) 9389 1555 F: (08) 9389 1459 The Duyfken returns! • Get to know the other [email protected] 11 www.rpyc.com.au David Gilmour Ladies at the Club. 8 12 Wins Warren Jones 28 Annexe T: (08) 9430 4590 International Youth Match • Enjoy a cocktail on arrival F: (08) 9430 4507 Racing Regatta

followed by dinner. Editor Adopt a jetty, beach or Kelly Scott 13 fishing spot and keep the Public Relations Officer Royal Perth Yacht Club marine scene clean T: (08) 9423 5500 E: [email protected] Day 2013 11 14 “In the Wind” is published Sailing adventures to 5 times per year and provides an 16 suit all tastes excellent medium to promote your business to 2000 members and community organisations. Wednesday Sailing To advertise in “In the Wind” 28 please contact the editor at the 40 number above. 40 High Tea Decadence Deadline for the next issue It’s is 7th June 2013.

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ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 1 By Jonathan Ainge

Photos courtesy Bernie Kaaks ▲ presentation ceremony. A complete list of all the winning sailors can be found on the Royal Perth Yacht Club website www.rpyc.com.au however the winners in each division were. – The Beast – Max Giudice, Bayden Schutte 420 – Lightening Jack – Will Boulden, Nic Gale – Second Wind – Gordon Lucas, Paul Flannery 4.7 – Criss Cross – Chris Charlwood – Boating Hardware – Tristan Brown – The Kennel – Matthew Wearn Laser Radial Masters – Going Nowhere – Lloyd Lissiman Laser Standard Masters – Sea Sheppard – Ian Campbell – Shish Kebab – Argonaut Mini Series 2013 Thor Schoenohff – On Edge – Kayne Binks, Louise Binks The second weekend in February was a warm one this year and is now a custom and saw the annual Access Dinghy – Mud Crab – running of the Argonaut Royal Perth Yacht Club Mini Series. With 164 entrants from 10 different Graeme Martin classes of sailing dinghy on two different race courses, the event provided a spectacle on the waters of Matilda Bay and the lawns of Royal Perth Yacht Club. – Bulletproof – Simon Barwood, Sidona Barwood This year, due to changes in the restrictions and disruptions in sharing water space which Geoff Brown, was managing O’pen Bic – White Out – the keelboat sailing calendar, experienced in previous years makes this event possible. many things but also learning Chris Gallen how to use a fully automated we ended up with virtually on a very busy stretch of water. – Oppy Poppy – Out on the small boat race starting system that he had never the whole of Matilda Bay to Our thanks as always go to our Annabelle Davies course a large number of seen before, let alone used to ourselves. This provided many neighbouring sailing Clubs for Optimist dinghies descended on start a race. The outcome was a Optimist Silver – Turbo Turtle – hours of racing without some of their assistance and cooperation the start boat. The race officer, 10 race series delivered expertly Chelsea Bradford and efficiently over the two days. Mind you the younger sailors Behind the scenes normal activities took place as usual did try their luck by being over with a wedding ceremony the line at the start but they were on the lawns using the river called back and after a few black and city as a backdrop. To the flags, settled down to getting unsuspecting sailor, all would underway when asked. appear to have been well in Despite the forecast for the the canteen however behind weekend, the wind was kind to the scenes things were a little us and the easterly breeze held different. A text message had been sent after midnight from in until the Sunday afternoon. the bakery supplying the This caused a little feverish bread rolls to say that the oven activity on the larger boat had broken down and there course as the race management would be no rolls today. How team shortened courses in Janet Koelemij coped with this order to get boats across the devastating news I do not know, finishing line within the time but as we can all testify lunches limits for the race. With the were produced and consumed. final boat across the line it was time to return to the shore, Many thanks to all those that allowing the results team to helped and made this event work their magic, preparing the possible and we look forward to list of winners in time for the ▲ doing it all again next year. n

2 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 3 By Bernie Kaaks

Photos courtesy Bernie Kaaks Geographe Bay Race Week 2013

It is often said that if fair winds blow during a regatta, then everyone will go home happy. By this definition, all the punters at the Redink Homes Geographe Bay Race Week should have been delighted. Winds blew from all points of the compass, ranging from ghosters to 30 knots or more. Busselton’s weather was superb. ▲ Event Manager Suzi Kent was unbeatable in the IRC end, Graeme Monkhouse won Did everyone go home happy, There were no entries from Race Week participants made an iconic event in an idyllic, metropolitan yachtsmen. organized a lively social Red fleet, scoring wins in all 8 the protest and the overall prize or was there an elephant in either Esperance or Albany. up their mind at that point picturesque location – a sailing They have come to Busselton program, including a fashion of the 10 races that counted. in his J122 Lithium, ahead of the room? No one wants to to do other things. Perhaps mecca. The organization of the in droves in years gone by There were still grumblings in show for the “sailing widows” Peter Hickson’s Mulberry won David Clifton’s S125, Eftel. talk about it, but there can be Geographe Bay Race Week has event may have been left to too and will return again if there and a very popular burlesque the IRC White fleet for the no disguising the fact that this some quarters about having run out of steam, despite the small a group of volunteers. is certainty that the event to travel from the Marina to show to end the rest day. Meals second successive year, but Gordon and Di Dunbar’s year’s numbers were well down herculean efforts of some of We certainly expect a great deal will go ahead, and if they are the Yacht Club (even though a served at the Geographe Bay had to fight much harder for Dufour 40 Spritzig2 not only on past years. Three years the Busselton locals over the from them without offering confident that racing will be free shuttle bus was provided Yacht Club were tasty and the result with some spirited won the Premier Cruising ago, more than 100 yachts years. Most are now suffering much in return – and to be professionally managed. by the organizers) and the well priced. A picnic barbecue opposition from the Beneteau Green fleet, but Gordon and Di assembled in Busselton for from “regatta burnout”, having fair, the few who have put Race Week. This year there uncomfortable stand-off Perhaps the time has come for at Dunsborough was well 34.7’s, Mind’s Eye (Brad Skeggs) were rewarded for their loyalty contributed far more than could their hands up to do the work, were 54. The IRC fleet was between the Yacht club and some Perth folk to share the supported and and Dynamic (Laurie Flynne). with a free entry to next year’s reasonably be expected of them. have not asked for anything in very poorly supported and the Marina seems no closer to workload with their country enjoyed by all. return – their satisfaction has regatta. They have been strong the sight of yachts turning resolution. cousins, if that’s what it takes As usual, Division 5 (for racing Geographe Bay Race Week come from being responsible supporters of Geographe Bay around after the Iberia to achieve what yachtsmen On the water, yachts under 10 metres) saw The solution might be more is an established event on for a highly successful regatta Race Week since its inception. Race (the feeder race want! n Gary McNally’s some fierce competition. Mike fundamental than that. Most the WA sailing calendar. The for Race Week) and and the recognition of their Black Betty Davies’ Geographe 26 fittingly yachties plan their season brand is well known around Although the and heading straight efforts by hundreds of sailors called d’Vine held off Alan quite early, despite the fact that the country and is recognised Main division was won by back to the city in more than a hundred yachts Thomas’ BW8, The Fox. they are notorious for waiting as a hallmark event by most Carouselambra, the division should be ringing that made the pilgrimage to the until the death knock to get national media. It An error in course design led also produced the winner alarm bells. Bay each year. their entry in. The scuttlebutt has attracted competitors of the “Spirit of the Regatta” There was no to different interpretations around town even just a few from the eastern seaboard and A well run regatta on the trophy, won by Keith Oldfield, and a protest in the Premier months out, suggested that the even from overseas, and has division fringe of one of the country’s

sailing his little gaff rigged, 25 ▲ Cruising Blue fleet and for a Regatta might be in trouble. strong community and regional best wine producing regions time, feelings ran high. In the this year. foot couta boat replica. Perhaps a number of regular government support. It is has considerable appeal to

4 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 5 Photos courtesy Bernie Kaaks Geographe bay race week 2013

6 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 7 By Eddie Albrecht

WAIODA State Championships

Photos courtesy John Porter

▲ But the leader board was lunch. While the sailing went But back to what’s it’s all about In the Silvers, Bruce The eagerly anticipated WAIODA State Championships at Royal Perth Yacht Club over the Labour not the only criteria on the to plan with no big upsets, and Annabelle claimed the state McKinnon scored two firsts Day long weekend started in gloriously mild but windless conditions. The gentle easterly held little day and the effort of several some of the Gold fleet were title to add to her burgeoning on the last day to wrap up appeal for either RPYC officials or competitors and the 58 boats across the Gold and Silver fleets backmarking silverites — in cursing a rather inconsiderate collection, Campbell snared the minor title from Hayden headed back for an early lunch — just as the sea breeze worked its way up the river. flukey conditions — was ferry skipper with a couple two firsts and a second to Coote and Eleanor Wise. The commendable. of tail markers having a close snatch second spot from Jayden trio had daylight between The decision proved to be except Annabelle hit a purple at the pointy end in their first In the best winds of the day encounter with said boat that on a countback, while the them and the rest of the fleet inspiring as the fleet returned patch and reeled off three four races, with Eleanor Wise it was the usual suspects — Day three dawned under stopped them dead in the their big improver of the regatta, and will be a competitive to the water 90 minutes later consecutive firsts before the and Liam and Oliver Pabbruwe Annabelle, Jayden, Campbell, grey skies but fresh winds tracks. Isabelle Kenny, took fourth. addition to the Golds in and for the first time in the in near-perfect conditions for slighter Jayden claimed the last providing stiff competition. Steven, Sarah and Isabelle Other Goldies to impress the not too distant future. regatta, sailing was under way Before getting to the winners, competitors and spectators alike. race of the day in fading wind. As the wind picked up they that fought it out for the were Steven Case (5th), Sarah Special mention to Portia The scrap between Jayden, handled the conditions with in the morning. Gold fleet a big thank you to the RPYC Kirke, Zac Littlewood — who Knight, Liam Pabbruwe top six spots, with Jayden polished off its remaining volunteers, especially the With a very respectable 10-12 Annabelle and Campbell was admirable aplomb, as half a has continued his good form and O’Dea who sailed winning two of the four races three races, while the Silver canteen personnel who ran knot westerly ruffling the an intriguing battle for the dozen silverites capsized after from the Nationals in Hobart consistently throughout the on the day, Annabelle one fleet squeezed in four before a very clean, efficient and water, Annabelle Davies — the rounding the second . — Zane Sicree and Shannon three days. n whole regatta. and Campbell the last race 2013 National Champion — the all-important presentation organised set-up. Dalton. Jayden Dalton and Campbell Also featuring on the first day Day two dawned with a little of the day, again in fading Stewart capitalised on their was Joshua Pang, Sarah Kirke more foreboding — an even conditions. good starts to claim the top — who put a disastrous first gentler nor-easter followed In the silvers it was a similar three spots. Campbell first, race behind her to storm up the by a forecast of virtually no story with Hayden, Bruce and Jayden second and Annabelle field — Steven Case, Isabelle wind didn’t bode well. Again, Eleanor sharing the honours, third. Kenny and Zane Sicree. a frustrating morning before another early lunch, (again, just though Finn O’Dea and Portia The wind remained kind for In the 34-strong silver fleet, as the sea breeze kicked in!) at Knight sailed beautifully in the next three races and pretty Hayden Coote and Bruce least meant that the afternoon the final two races to leap up ▲ much reflected the first race, McKinnon traded top placings was a packed agenda. the leader board.

8 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 9 By Ron (DINGO) Reddingius

n (Above) Home at last! The flotilla gives her a great welcome home salute. The Duyfken returns!

She’s home! The Duyfken, (Little Dove) is back where she was so lovingly built back in the nineties! After sailing to Holland for the VOC 400th Anniversary celebrations, around Australia and more, this 1606 replica Perth built, Aussie built – Dutch ship continues to amaze!

After 12 years, four major for the next probably intended for small one real way to get a feel, to voyages and countless 10 years. valuable cargoes or privateering. understand the hardships and thousands of kilometres sailing Selected as the ‘jacht’ or scout, victories such a small ship as the oceans of the world, one Her story is chequered – her for the “Moluccan Fleet” sailing the Duyfken has been through. of very few Age of Discovery story is of discovery, tragedy, to the Spice Islands she would As close to the real thing as Replicas, the Duyfken (Little first contact, first mapping and a sail ahead of the fleet finding safe she can be (aside from some Dove) has returned to where she drama of endurance, seamanship and protected anchorage. She safety necessities demanded by was built, homeport Fremantle. and adventure – her story is was fast by the standards of that modern times) you must take a moment to go over her. To fascinating. In 1606 the Dutch era. Duyfken’s captain for this feel, touch and experience and Many Members will recall East India Company (VOC) first voyage, Willem Cornelisz hear her story. Open daily from the years of toil by volunteer sent the Duyfken, captained by Schouten, with Le Maire, would 10am behind Little Creatures in craftsmen in the shipyard on Willem Janszoon, to search for later discover and name Cape that piece of lawn out front “south and east lands” beyond Fishing Boat Harbour she is truly Horn after the city of Hoorn. something to behold, to enjoy. of the old maritime museum. the furthest reaches of their They would also recall the known world. Leaving from On Christmas day the five ships The Duyfken Foundation also pomp and ceremony as she was Banda (Indonesia), Duyfken of the Moluccan Fleet reach will shortly announce a day paraded down the middle of reached the Cape York Peninsula Bantam (Banten), Java and sailing program where you can the cappuccino strip with huge and charted 300km of the coast. encounter a blockading fleet of sail aboard her. celebrations and then when Forget Captain Cook, this is Portuguese ships totaling eight And for those with too much she was launched in Fremantle the first historically recorded galleons and 22 galleys. They time on their hands, we won’t Fishing Boat Harbour all voyage to Australia which made engage this fleet in intermittent say retired, you can join up those years ago with a full TV landfall. To this day the story of battle until driving them away on as a Friend of The Duyfken broadcast, live on CH7. this landing is still passed down New Year’s Day. This is a turning and get involved in Crewing, from generation to generation point in history: the undisputed Maintenance, Shipkeeping and Well she’s back. Under an in the indigenous tribe that was dominance of the Iberians as a tour Guide. Simply give agreement with the Western met and confronted by these (Portuguese and Spanish) in the Bill Porter a call on 0406 484 Australian Government, strange intruders. Spice Trade to was over. 269 or sign up as a Friend of the Duyfken 1606 Replica The Duyfken on the website Foundation plans to homeport Built 1595 in the Netherlands, Members, we have it on good www.duyfken.com and they’ll the world-famous replica in she was fast, lightly-armed and authority that there is only be in touch. n

10 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 11 By Bernie Kaaks

Photos courtesy Bernie Kaaks

n David Gilmour and his crew working hard on the final n Tristan Brown sets up for a spinnaker hoist in his windward leg. desperate chase. David Gilmour Wins Warren Jones Adopt a jetty, beach or International Youth fishing spot and keep Match Racing Regatta the marine scene clean David Gilmour and Tristan Brown made it a quinella for the Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club when Gilmour downed his club mate 3 -1 to claim his first Warren Jones title. Can you give 30 minutes of your time, once a month to help keep Western Australian waterways litter-free? The result was not without an final race. Steele won the start Gilmour’s desperate lunge at the favoured the Gilmour boat. element of controversy though, easily after Thomas crossed turning boat was just too late, Steele had put in a very gritty That’s all it takes to do a quick becoming entangled in marine correctly, to cause significant when lack of wind forced the early and had to go back, a there was contact and having performance and what David cleanup of your favourite jetty, debris. It also kills thousands harm to our marine and river suspension of the morning semi position from which he could already lost the race, Gilmour Gilmour alluded to without beach or fishing spot and of turtles, dolphins, seals and environments. final program with Gilmour not recover. was penalized. actually saying so, was that it reduce the impacts of harmful fish. leading Royal New Zealand might well have been 2 – 1 the litter. Keep Australia Beautiful WA Gilmour had Brown on the Yacht Squadron’s Chris Steele There was no coming back other way, which would have With human’s increased use (KABWA) and Royal Perth ropes after two flights with two from the final race. Gilmour 2 – 1, and Brown enjoying the had Gilmour competing in the Evidence shows that every of plastic, especially single Yacht Club are encouraging decisive, though narrow wins. won the start and did what he same margin over Royal Perth petit final for third place. year hundreds of thousands use items like food packaging, river and ocean lovers to agencies to help tackle In the third flight, Brown carried needed to do to stay there. His Yacht Club’s Steve Thomas. Both of sea birds are found dead or drinking straws and plastic choose their favourite site marine litter. Information Gilmour to the extreme left of experienced crew was cool and Once the light south westerly were programmed to be first to injured as a result of eating or bags, much of what is used, to adopt and register via and resources are available to the course, until Gilmour called measured, knowing they had breeze eventually kicked three wins, but as time ticked ends up in our waterways the Adopt-a-Spot program educate the community on the by without any breeze, the race for water at an exclusion zone. only to stay out of trouble to in, sailing was fair with few via stormwater drains. It is at www.kabc.wa.gov.au. consequences of littering and committee was forced to declare Brown reacted, but not quickly win the regatta. adjustments of the course estimated that 80% of marine To support your cleanups, ways to get involved to reduce the semi final results as they enough, which led to minor required. turtles have ingested plastics KABWA provides free the hazards. stood at the break. The decision contact and a penalty. Brown At the presentation, David Gilmour acknowledged the There was no doubting David in their stomachs due to resources such as bags, pitched Chris Steele against decided to carry the penalty Clean Marine resources to the end and concentrate frustration that Chris Steele Gilmour’s right to the trophy. mistaking it for food. buckets, gloves, tools and an Steve Thomas in the petit final are available through Keep solely on boat speed. The gap must have felt after the For the second year running, official adoption certificate. and Gilmour and Brown in the Australia Beautiful and include between the two slowly opened abbreviation of the semi finals. he finished on top of the leader Litter such as bait bags “first to three” final. stickers, brochures, fact sheets up until at the end, Brown had Steele won the first race, was board after two round robins, and plastic bags, fishing The adopt a jetty concept is an Steele and Thomas leveled at just enough room to clear his narrowly beaten in the second and despite a few hiccups line, hooks, sinkers, food element of the Clean Marine and jetty signage. Find out one all after two flights, so it all penalty with a spin around the and lost the third due mainly through the final series, he was packaging, bottles, cans campaign, a joint initiative more; phone 6467 5339 or came down to their third and pin buoy on the finish line. to an unkind windshift that clearly the best of the bunch. n and cigarette butts have the between KABWA and other visit http://www.kabc.wa.gov. potential, if not disposed of government and community au/cleanmarine n

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and playground facility in Sailing, and the provision the near future. We will of alternate services conduct a full review of our while we redevelop the food and beverage service ground floor. Now we are to Members timed to thinking, is it wise to plan coincide and complement to expend such a large the renewal of our contract amount, on a building with the Hyatt for our which by then will be 65- mutual benefit. 70 years old in parts? Are • Boating - we are well we trying to make a boat progressed with the storage area into a Members development of our sailing twilight bar and grill, sows n Mike Kilcullen program from the ground ear purse style? When will Commodore up as evidenced by our we plan to redo the Dinghy recent success in early division? Anyone who has Optimist competition, visited Sandringham Yacht the groundswell of Club will appreciate what Our recent survey of Members participation on a Sunday a wonderful building can and the resulting focus group morning and in Dinghys be produced from a clean sessions has given your General generally. This will be sheet of paper. Do we put Committee what we believe a plan into place now to taken to the next level n Adelio fishing to be a deep understanding by improving our Club completely redevelop the of the needs of our engaged fleet, growing the Tackers existing Clubhouse in five membership. We are program and continuing to ten years? And do we room, a crèche, media and determined not to let the weed with our Women’s and need, or can we do more training rooms? grow on our keel on this one! Youth sailing programs at Challenger? This is the The following article from Vice which are still in critical start of a conversation I Start the conversations now, Commodore Honey describes early stages. Training in would like you all to have and as you see how we have the results of the survey in all aspects of boating and with me, with the other listened and improved service more detail. sailing will be critically Flag Officers and with to you as Members based reviewed and the cruising current and with future on the recent survey, I am However, GC are already program which has been so Members of General confident that together we putting plans into action well taken up this year will Committee... Members can work to improve to address key areas for be further developed. our Club. We are already improvement. These are: If we were to start with a blank offering you a world class • Built Environment - this is • Communications - action canvas, what would your marina and sailing program, an area in which we excel in this area will include a Club look like? Would there and now we want to plan a in delivery, as evidenced revamped series of email be more bars, a wet bar, a world class built environment by our world class marina. communiques, introduce separate Members dining room, and to continue the benefit to Immediate actions include the use of social media a library and archives room, our world class membership. a refresh in the Wardroom by the Club for the first private meeting rooms for which is in the acquisition n time, and a renewed focus Members business, a billiards See you on the water. stage and will magically on Member service in our appear at a wardroom near communication methods. you soon; the Crawley The primary immediate foreshore redevelopment actions by the Club will which includes an Edgar Vitte be in this area, as we wish improved boat ramp and to promote the many 0418 418 495 the installation of the things our membership Australia II has also acknowledge we are doing For all your rigging needs begun, and the handstand so well now, as well as Professional and affordable service redevelopment is very close keeping you informed as to going to tender. ▪ Rig inspections & reports we improve the others. ▪ Supply & service Standing & Running rigging • Social - we will improve Which brings me to the ▪ Furling systems supply, installation & service ▪ Supply, install or service winches create and focus on social big one. The Crawley and ▪ Complete mast, boom & pole service event planning with the Challenger Clubhouses. ▪ Supply and fit aluminium & carbon mast and spars overall aim to plan events For many years we have ▪ Supply and install all deck hardware for all Member interests, been working on a master (winches, clutches, travellers etc.) and to hold every event we plan to redevelop the plan and promote. It will Crawley Clubhouse. This 20 Years of professional be an immediate focus area. plan hinged on completing rigging experience We will develop plans to the handstand building, target young families and which allowed for the www.yachtrigging.com.au *Best Price Guarantee: See website for full terms & conditions mums, including a crèche relocation of Swan River

18 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 19 Vice Commodore’s Message Vice Commodore’s Message continued From previous page Why not treat yourself this autumn

▲ and enjoy dinner at your Club meetings is to bring greater Not only has this applied those primarily just wanting It is clear that good They’re broadly decent, focus on Members’ wants historically, it will likely to park their boat are less communications with Members responsible, caring, acceptably and needs in planning for continue to apply and becomes attached to the Club than those will be critical for success. The selfish, fun-loving, energetic, the ongoing development of the foundation for recruiting who regard it as their “second communications must focus on competitive, confident, our Club. new Members essential to home”. what is on offer at your Club experienced, well-educated and the long term viability and Not surprisingly, consulting The challenge is to provide as well as stating clearly where accommodating of others’ lifestyle vibrancy of our Club. with a broad constituency those uninvolved Members General Committee is taking preferences and views. your Club. Communications results in diverse feedback. The defining with reasons to become In around eight hours of Friday with Members must be concise Some observations and characteristics of the Club more involved, and to target discussion there was not one and provided in a way that suggestions are contradictory new Members more likely heated disagreement. We received some challenging facilitates the Member staying with others; some suggestions to become engaged with the feedback here. in touch. There are parties that have n Barry Honey and recommendations are Club and contribute to the life opposing views but, for the most Vice Commodore realistically achievable whilst In terms of “brand personality”, of the Club rather than just More detailed information part, the focus groups provided others are not; and some this can be summed up by consume a service. This has will be provided to Members the different camps with a chance Night initiatives and actions that are a description of what the implications for the nature of on how the Club will address to be exposed to a range of clearly required based on the survey and the focus group activities offered by the Club shortcomings and concerns as new views, which they enjoyed feedback received are capable discussions reflect as the typical and the encouragement given plans develop. As many Members know, discovering”. of being actioned in the short Member – i.e. the Member you to Members to get involved. during late last year and Some concluding remarks early this year we have been term whilst others will take would likely expect to find in We need to seek and retain The survey provides guidance engaged in a Member survey some time to address due to the Wardroom should you drop Members who will be engaged Everyone agrees that RPYC is for planning. The nature Grill and Member focus groups. budgetary and other practical in by chance on any day. The in the life at the Club rather all about boating and pleasure. and attitude of our Members The purpose was to come constraints. typical Member is seen, more than targeting Members who There is a strong sense of provides the platform for or less, as a likeable, somewhat belonging for many Members to a deeper understanding Nonetheless, the survey just join the Club to park their change where change is stuffy, aging male boating of our Club and Members of Members’ perceptions of and the focus groups have boat or hold a wedding. necessary to improve the enthusiast who understands generally have great affection their Club and to identify provided valuable feedback health of our Club. Your the need to be more inclusive, Shortcomings and for their Club. In the end, the Members’ wants and needs to that will prove very useful in General Committee will seize progressive, imaginative and concerns Club is, and always will be, the opportunity it has been guide strategic and operational formulating and prioritising responsive but lacks the a reflection of its Members. presented and will continue planning. plans – both short term and This can be described as a fairly motivation and youthful vigour Here it is worthwhile quoting to pursue the ongoing long term plans. long list of criticisms and pet In this piece, I would like required to pursue change. peeves that presents a fairly Richard Clarke, the consultant development of the Club in to share the result of these The feedback can be assisting the Club with this a manner consistent with the This is about perception. This useful check list of issues to inquiries with you. summarised as follows: review. He concludes: wants and needs of Members. is not to say that all Members be addressed. Some are valid, The survey and the focus Reasons for being a are like this but it does reflect some are not – all are worthy “By and large, Royal Perth Yacht I look forward to reporting to of consideration. groups have been very Member of RPYC how a significant number of Club’s Members are like-minded. you further on developments. n productive with the Members Members (and likely many There are no real surprises here The recurring themes participating providing non-Members) perceive with the main reasons being: indicating the main areas of heartfelt and open comments. the Club. concern requiring attention in • Family connections and Live entertainment every Friday night The specific comments need the short term are: to be treated with some family tradition If we are serious about Congratulations and revitalising the Club with an • The lack of youth focus confidentiality but can be • To escape for relaxation Spoil yourself with a menu that highlights eye to the long-term future of • The need for improved summarised to provide an • Sailing and boating – both the freshest produce in WA each week. the Club, we need to renew sailing competition overall view of perceived competitive and non- Update – Matt Wearn problems and broad issues efforts to attract more parents competitive of young children (encouraging • Upgrading key facilities that need to be considered • The non-sailing activities younger families into the Club) and better use of facilities Matthew is currently ranked 20th in the world in the Laser and addressed. offered as well as attracting younger • The food offering Standard Class. In the space available here, • Socialising and attending sailors and more women. The • Better communication At the time of publishing Matthew is competing in Palma I can only provide you with functions implications of this for the with Members high level conclusions and provision of facilities, coaching, Majorca at the first European ISAF World Cup for 2013. • The friendly atmosphere directional recommendations. sailing and boating activities, In relation to the longer list In the first ISAF World cup for 2013, at Sail Melbourne, Underpinning these are many • The option of the Annexe and other services and activities of specific issues, General Matthew came 3rd overall. many specific comments, at Fremantle are profound. Committee needs to decide which criticisms it accepts are observations and suggestions • Being close to home He is currently placed third in Palma after two days of racing. from a broad range of How Members feel about valid and then needs to develop Each Friday from 6:00pm It is important to reMember Members, all of which will be their Club a list of priorities with a budget This is the first regatta of Matthew’s European campaign in the Wardroom that the vast majority of taken on board and considered This was more positive with and timeframe to tackle each for 2013. Members have joined the in the formulation of our plans. Members’ feelings for the Club issue to be addressed. The Club to be part of a group Don’t forget you can use your Birthday ranging from “like a lot” to pleasing thing is that there He will compete in Hyeres France later this month at the next At this point it is important of individuals, couples and what can be described as to are many Members who have ISAF world cup event, then go on to the Eurosaf regatta in Voucher at the Friday Night Grill! to note that much progress families with whom they have “love deeply and passionately”. indicated they are ready to Lake Garda and then Delta Lloyd regatta in Medemblik in The has been made in the ongoing a common interest – a love help get the necessary Netherlands. development of the Club over of boating and associated The depth of feeling is related changes made. Reservations on 9423 5511 recent years. The purpose of activities, typically social. to the extent of Member Follow Matt’s journey at mattwearnsailing.blogspot.com/ the survey and focus group In essence, this is our tribe. involvement. Not surprisingly, Continued over page ▲

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year, as is junior and women’s dreaded March long weekend! which is great to see, including • A modern boat ramp with Some disruption will occur if it is considered prudent sailing. This year saw our Club Over this three day period your some models even our Captain positive grip and, believe it however your patience will be to proceed we anticipate field a team after a dissapointing club hosted the Optimist State Sail did not recognise! Royal or not, the correct angle for rewarded by your enjoyment of awarding a building contract absence last year. It was a quality Championship, the Endeavour Perth assisted with equipment launching boats! the end result. in June. field with skippers from other 24 and Thunderbird State and Race Management and by all • Improved access for Hard Stand redevelopment – Member Survey – I Clubs including a reigning Laser Championships at Crawley, as accounts it was a great regatta. dinghies sailing from the by the time you read this report commented in the last issue Radial Youth World champion, well as the S80 and S97 State Congratulations to Member beach to the west of the we will have released the tender on how pleasing it was too a couple of ex 420 Australian Championships at the Jamie Dunross and Life Member main entry to the marina champions and a reigning Fremantle Annex. John Rosser for reinvigorating for the construction of the new see so many responses to • A fabulous semicircular Optimist Australian champion. the event. services building and upgrade the survey. Vice Commodore This involved an incredible ceremonial deck featuring of the hardstand. This is a Barry Honey, in his report, Our sailors really did themselves planning effort on behalf of Between regattas its been one of the original masts major project which will take has provided a summary of n Mike Campbell proud with a very competitive Club staff and a serious strain business as usual for Saturday n Stuart Walton from Australia II. The mast about 9 months to complete. the process and results both Rear Commodore performance in the five race on both our on water assets and and Sunday racing, junior General Manager will replace the current one Believe me, the Crawley site in terms of the survey and regatta, mixing it with the more volunteers. In true Royal Perth training, sail training courses, on the northern face of the will look and feel so much the focus group meetings that favoured teams every race and fashion all were executed with women’s match racing building and be illuminated better. No longer will see what have taken place. Whilst enjoying themselves immensely the usual high standards that we development squad and with up lights. A yard arm looks like an industrial facility the feedback has been very Fellow Members, in the process. We had one have come to expect - again well everything else that is helping Project up-date will extend out over the when you drive in the front positive it is clear that there of the youngest teams in the done to the team. to make your Club increasingly New boat ramp and water from which we will gate. The actual works area is much more we can do to By the time you are reading competition, so who knows what the undefaced ensign. this article, we will be fast active in promoting the sport of ceremonial deck – work has will reduce in size and we will make this great club even the team can achieve next year Also over the March long (Unofficial quiz here, what approaching the end of a very boating to our members and the started on the removal of some introduce firmer policies to better. The staff and I are if they continue to hone their weekend, a number of our elder year were we granted the busy 2012/2013 Summer sailing community in which we live. sections of the old boat ramp. ensure that the area is available really excited about the skills. statesman Members made their right to fly the undefaced season at your Yacht Club. The As previously reported this for Members to work on, or future and look forward to way down south to Walpole for If you haven’t been down to the ensign?) Crawley and Fremantle marinas exciting project will transform have work done on, their getting stuck into the various Many thanks again to Paul the rejuvenated “In the Trees” Club lately, then I encourage you have been a hub of activity with “Spanner” Spencer for giving the look of the Club from the • Completion of the riverside boats. Once tenders have been strategic initiatives which will regatta, which incorporated the to do so and get involved in the some excellent regattas having his time to help train the team River. Once completed in about landscaping started during received and evaluated the flow down for us for action in State Championships. many opportunities that exist. been held, testing the resolve throughout the season, as well as three months the Club will the first stage of the Marina costs will be considered by the very near future. As they benefit from: replacement program. the General Committee and say, “watch this space”. n of both our volunteers and coaches Tim Castles, Alvaro and Approximately 70 boats in a I look forward to seeing Club staff. Jonathan Ainge. variety of fleets participated you there! n In this issue I thought I might February and March have been reflect on these activities and nothing less than hectic at pick out some of the highlights the Club. Our Offshore Race for your appreciation, these Team kicked into gear for the being in no particular order. Fremantle to Busselton “Iberia Race”, which is the feeder race Prize Nights Let me start with the Foundation for Geographe Bay Raceweek The Academy Awards of Sailing at RPYC Youth Cup held in Swan Sailing’s which we were again closely fleet of BW-36. Ok so there is involved with. some order - this is my favourite! The event saw a somewhat For those of you who regularly smaller contingent of boats read my In the Wind articles, you Join with fellow sailors and Dinghy Division from RPYC for various reasons, will know that youth sailing is a however, as usual, an enjoyable celebrate achievements, Prize Night: 3rd May particular focus of Regatta this regatta was had by those who accomplishments – $46 per adult, $35 children under 14 made the trip down south. and $25 children under 8 Closer to home, the Mini Series and perhaps a – Enjoy a sumptuous buffet was another screaming success few humorous this year with over 160 dinghies Keelboat Prize Night: Present this voucher for a ✁ taking part - a record number of moments from entries. The event is going from 17th May Free waffle strength to strength after moving the past season – $58 per person from its traditional November – Be treated to a fabulous three course meal timing to its new February home Buy 1 3 years ago. A stroke of genius from the Captain Dinghies at the time, oh yes that was me Get 1 Free wasn’t it! Seriously a huge (ice cream not included) amount of organisation goes Not to be missed, bookings essential for you and your crew Shop 15A, Broadway Fair into such an event so many Bookings for both events, please call Elisa at Reception on 9389 1555 shopping centre, Nedlands thanks to all involved. or email [email protected] Opening Hrs: Mon-Sat 8am to 5pm So, just when things were ✁ (not valid with any other offer) Dinghy bookings close 1st May, Keelboat bookings close 15th May. getting busy, then came the

22 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 23 Captain Sail Report Don't Forget your It is therefore appropriate therefore that there is a limit progress well and deserved Takeaway for we sailors to reflect on to the variations that can be of the Club support being a tip from the personnel resources provided and the frequency provided. I suggest you Beverages required to keep us on the and dimensions of events . chat with these fine young race track, both staff and Members, they may have the barman… volunteers. For example The initial report emerging some advice (sailing related) preparation for and from the Member survey for we more mature keelboat execution of a Saturday is welcomed and provides sailors. race requires some man- very useful background hours. The planning for for the planning for future From time to time one has We have revaluated our takeaway products and have introduced some the Warren Jones Regatta keelboat sailing at your a sailing experience that and its conduct required Club. Some of the changes brings great pleasure. Such very competitive prices, so now there is no excuse to leave the n Graham White some man-hours. The introduced this season have was the case when John Captain Sail dock dry. Just remember to buy in bulk because the cartons are always process of planning and been warmly received, some Rosser teamed with Jamie much cheaper. conducting a major sailing not. Only one nomination Dunross to resurrect the event is illustrated in the for the concept of upskilling Walpole regatta after a lapse flowchart on pages 26 / coaching, via an on water of some fifteen years. So it Six pack premix varieties A perusal of the red book and 27 of this edition. demonstration of how good was that a number of RPYC Jim Beam, Bundy and cola, Gordon’s Gin and Tonic, Smirnoff Black, ...... $18 will confirm that your Club Your Club has conducted we really are. notorieties, loaded with race has been busy in hosting numerous such events and management equipment, House wines The Friday night twilight and supporting numerous maintained a reputation for ventured south for a most Back Block varieties; Chardonnay, Semillon Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz...... $15 per bottle and the early Saturday start sailing events in 2013 success in this regard and pleasurable weekend. were popular. Therefore and we are only partway while we have precedence, Cartons the Racesail committee, 75 boats, including 12 through the year. The stress proven systems and a Cascade Light...... $45 Strongbow Cider selection..... $55 Peroni...... $60 via fleet captains, will international moths, on our sailing management wealth of experience among look to further variations mingled in a most friendly Carlton Mid Strength...$50 (30 pack) Corona...... $60 Crown Lager...... $55 team has been significant, our staff members and of format and timing in atmosphere on the water and impacted by the good news volunteers and we sailors that Hayden is now married, accord with sailor’s wishes. on the beach. This is just a snapshot of some of the bargain’s available over the bar… respect and appreciate this Expect a couple of radical Cheers! Rachael is back at university, contribution, it is well to suggestions. However, I ask Typical country hospitality however Jonathon has, remember the dimensions for consideration as to the was evident at every turn unfortunately been ill. We of this race support constraints of waterspace including the best food ever wish him a speedy recovery. devoted to our pleasure and allocation and volunteer provided to an on water race URGENT SALE availability. management team. The woman’s development Handicapping the variety of squad is now well boat types, some never seen $3,500 ono established and following since the second world war, Membership a review a number of and the diversity of sailing Endeavour 24 adjustments have been skills, many in their first Bermudan Rigged Fibreglass Cruising/Racing Yacht Shawn Offer, Membership Chairman made. The objectives of regatta, proved a challenge, this initiative is to provide but the number and variety Endeavour 24 Mk 1 class five berth cruising/racing yacht. the opportunity for those of prizes together with the Complete with several suite of sails & outboard motor. Welcome to our new Members women interested in gaining country food made for a Endeavours are safe, stable, seagoing yachts, easily handled The Commodore, Flag Officers and members of General increased sailing skills, happy outcome. The Walpole by a crew of two and very suitable for both novice and Committee welcome the following new Members to Royal particularly related to sailing club is now again experienced family sailor. Perth Yacht Club: racing, from which should alive and well following this Length overall 7.4m, length on waterline 5.5m, emerge several competitive event so plan to attend next beam 2.3m, draft 1.06m, displacement 1,250kg, Miss Carmen Bolleurs, Miss Genelle Gray, crews to represent your year’s extravaganza. ballast 812kg. Miss Lisa Henderson, Mr Kevin Johnson, Club. Not all will wish Located alongside wharf at Mr Greg Nicholson, Ms Gemma Rosato, Mr Kym Shardlow, to compete at this level, I had the pleasure of billeting RPYC Fremantle Annexe. Miss Shella Stronach, Mr Rick Wolozny, Dr Peter Woodland, however the exposure to the Chris Steele youth team Ms Hannah Pocock, Mr Jamie & Mrs Tammy Pollard and coaching will enable all to from New Zealand for the children Jazzlyn and Skyla, Miss Bridget Rumball, be more skilled in all forms Warren Jones Regatta . It was Mr Malcolm Kay, Mr Travis Hossen, Mr David Milne, of racing. an absolute pleasure to have Mr George & Mrs Mara Ravlich, Mr Philip Somerville-Ryan, these fine young men in my Mr Phillip Bennett, Dr Steve & Mrs Libby Swanson and One surprising aspect to house. In a rash moment children Isabella, Arlo and Angus, Mr Andre Witte. emerge is that almost none they said, should I visit NZ, of the squad have ever I may even be offered a ride been coached before, one on one of those extreme wonders if the same is true cats. Billeting can be a of we male sailors. wise investment. CONTACT/ENQUIRIES: Clem – 9430 4590 Similarly the youth Please remember sailing is development squad is for fun!! n

24 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 25 HowHow toto startstart aa regattaregatta

16. Race Committee Review l 17. Volunteers Boat/Equipment, Volunteers, Facilities, Publicity, Job Description, Qualification, Training, Safety, Medical, Sponsorship, Detailed Schedule. 15. Budget Review Uniforms, Food, Transport, Roster, Medical.

FIRST MARK ROUNDING

2 14. Notice of Race 18. GPS/Wind Gauges Review By All, Mail Out. Start/Finish, Safety, Umpire, Maintenance, Media, 13. Publicity Plan VIP Spectators, Cranes, Ramps, Radios/Range Finders, Media Results GPS/ Winds, Flags, Fuel, Maintenance, Noticeboards, SECOND MARK Computers ROUNDING 19. Facilities 12. Officials Food/ Beverages, Car Park, Jury/Judges, Umpires, Regatta Office, Medical Centre, Protest Committee. Press Room, Measuring Area, 11. Regatta Management Chandlery, Jetty Allocation, Responsibility/Duties, Communication Centre, Organisational Chart. Sail Maker. 10. PRO/RO TIME FRAME On Water Team, Shore Team for Boats. International Event 20. Sailing 9. Affiliation 2 Years Planning Instructions ISAF, ISDS, WA and 1 Year to Mark 1 Certify YWA Class Association. National Event 1 Year - 18 Months Planning 1 Year to Mark 2 8. Risk Management Policy/Plan, Responsibility, 21. Documents Club Event 7. Facility Roster of Volunteers, Emergency On/Off Water. 9 - 12 Months Planning Boat Storage, Rigging, Schedule, Weather Report, Committee Meeting Schedule Launching, Car Park, Registration Forms, Food/Beverage, Security, Sailing Instruction Changes, Communications. Protest Forms, Result Sheets, 6. Third Party Professional Briefing Sheets / Notice Board Sheets. Land/Water Volunteers, Water Space Charts, Media Packs. Third Party Professionals. 5. Budget Treasurer Costs- Boats, Food, Media, Facilities, Hire 22. Functions Equipment. Welcoming Function, Presentation Function, 4. Press Release Trophies, Gifts, Organise times suitable for the media or they won’t come. 3. Sponsors Sponsor Function, Who? Competitors Meeting, H What do we want from them? Volunteers Meeting What do they want from us? What can we sell? 23. Regatta Schedule 2. Licences What do they pay for exposure? Daily Briefing, Water Space, Food/Liquor, START Daily Review and Adjustment, Other? 1. The Organisation FINISH Completion Review and Report. 24. Post Regatta Review Regatta Committee, Finance/Budget, Programme, On Water/Off Water. Thank You Letters, Wash Up Report, Return Equipment. FINISH/START

26 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 27 Photos courtesy Bernie Kaaks Wednesday sailing

28 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 29 Captain Dinghies Report

out completely this allowing all for those sailors that will travel loving it while others may fleets to conduct their 10 starts. internationally during the year. take some more time before A big thanks to Robin Olsen, We would also like to say a big they settle down and enjoy the Geoff Brown and their start, thanks to all the sponsors and experience. Now that numbers finish, mark laying, protest support teams that made this are on the increase we see committee and support teams, event another huge success at many friendships building and all the helpers and volunteers Royal Perth Yacht Club. sailors looking out for each involved. I have now been other when arriving on Sunday doing this now for quite some During the same March long mornings. Last weekend weekend a number of our Laser time but I am always impressed we had 6 bronze fleet sailors sailors also attended their State with all the help from the participating for the first Championship at Claremont volunteers as we cannot time in the Sunday afternoon n Hank Koelemij yacht club. I understand that organize any of these events race, starting and sailing Captain Dinghies the tricky and fluky conditions without their help. around the marks under close proved quite challenging, but supervision. Looking at their After the Mini Series the congratulation to Harrison smiles afterwards I believe club went straight into the Campbell who sailed the full they were very relieved to be We have been very busy at organization of the Optimist rig at the age of 15 and won the back on shore, but very proud the Dinghy Division this year State Championships, best youth prize. of themselves for getting and time is flying by with around the course, well done which was held at RPYC Our Junior fleet on Sunday the end of the season almost this year during the March to them all. upon us. After the summer mornings between 0900- long weekend. This State 1200noon has proved to holidays we were straight into As the sailing season is Championships were attended be a great success this year the organization of the Mini coming to an end, I hope to by 82 Optimists with them and we now have over 30 see many of you back before Series, which was held during divided into Gold, Silver and kids attending this weekly the end of the season. The the weekend of February 9th Bronze fleets. The Gold and coaching and sailing session. plan for the winter is that the and 10th. This Dinghy Regatta Silver fleets were sailing on It is a good next step following Junior fleet and coaching will sponsored by Argonaut, for the race course with an extra the training courses that are continue during the winter the first time, was attended by loop for the gold fleet sailors, organized and run during the season on Sunday mornings, 164 boats which was a record while the bronze fleet sailed school holidays. Kids that have weather permitting. Just for us. The race officers from in the bay in a play and fun attended the Tackers course a quick reminder that the both courses worked out that style. New to this year was will get a follow up period to Dinghy Division Presentation the weekend would be hot with an on water jury to keep an practice and improve their Night is on May 3rd please light winds in the afternoon, eye on what was happening in skills using the Club boats make a note this in your and therefore started the racing this very competitive fleet. I on Sunday mornings. We calendar as we hope you early. The races then ran back understand was very successful see some kids excelling and can join us for this to back prior to the wind dying and a good learning experience moving through the fleets and celebration evening. n Tuesday Night Dining We are showcasing some of Western Australia’s best produce with a weekly interactive buffet dining experience. Featuring a roast of the week One of our talented Chefs will be available to answer any of those tricky culinary questions you may have.

All of this and much more for the same great price of $25 per person and children under twelve only $12

Bring along your family and friends this Autumn to the Wardroom for a fantastic feast. Call for reservations on 9423 5511

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It’s never too late to start acting like a family. With an all- cast lead by Diane Keaton, Robert De Niro, Susan Sarandon and Robin Williams, THE BIG WEDDING is a smart, witty and often outrageous comedy that gives an intimate view of a modern family through their highs and lows over a single weekend of celebration. Don and Ellie Griffin (Robert De Niro and Diane Keaton), long divorced, are suddenly thrown back together for the sake of their adopted son’s wedding when his very conservative biological mother decides to come in for the nuptials. The Griffin’s soon learn that acting the happily married couple is not so easy and especially awkward for Don’s girlfriend, Bebe (Sarandon). In the midst of these charades, the Griffin’s children face their own troubles n Algal Bloom start line. Image courtesy Rick Steuart, Perth Sailing Photography as Lyla (Katherine Heigl) struggles with a secret, Jared (Topher Grace) contemplates his love life or lack thereof, and Alejandro (Ben Barnes) tries to keep everyone together, including his new bride, Missy (Amanda Seyfried) who is Paul Odd, Fleet Representative appeasing her parents by getting married by a priest (Robin Division 2 Report Williams) in a traditional Catholic wedding. Recent easterly courses and a The Division 2 RPYC boats Swagman [2nd] and Fulmar 7 www.thebigweddingmovie.com.au change in temperatures remind completed a clean sweep of the [3rd]. The Toxic Cup was won us that the season is moving Division 2 results with Fastest by the host Club on results Key Cast towards its conclusion in the [Big Diamond],and handicap across the 3 divisions. Next year Robert de Niro (Silver Linings Playbook, Meet the Parents) n Susan Sarandon (Cloud Atlas, Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps) next few weeks. pennants to Free Spirits [1st], RPYC will host this event. Robin Williams (Happy Feet 2, Night at the Museum 2) Dianne Keaton (Morning Glory, Something’s Gotta Give) We welcome Huckleberry [R 131], skippered by Phil Sommerville, to the RPYC Director n Winning skippers and To enter: Simply fill in the coupon below and post or deliver to Division 2 fleet. The boat not Royal Perth Yacht Club as instructed. Justin Zackham (The Bucket List - Writer) SoPYC flag officers and

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Entries close Friday 26th April 2013. chief starter. Winners will be notified by mail. In Cinemas 2nd May, 2013 # sailing in our Division, but brings with it a name made The Bricklanding Trophy Race, famous for its past racing also won by Itinerant, was the achievements. 2nd in the 3 Invitation Race Name: series with SOPYC and RFBYC. Winners in recent weeks The final race in the series will Address: include Fulmar 7 [Paul Odd], be hosted by RFBYC in April. Bricklanding Trophy winner Suburb: Postcode: Itinerant [Mark Hanson], The Algal Bloom [onshore] Email: True South [Barry O’Toole] event, hosted by SOPYC, was and Lionheart [Warren run in a quirky south easterly n Royal Perth sailors won division two first, second, third and Daytime Phone Number: Age: Westaway] competing in the breeze that tested Race Officer fastest. Paul, Skipper of Fulmar 7, is also holding the Algal Post Entries to: RPYC “The Big Wedding”, PO Box 5, Nedlands WA 6909 OR hand deliver to: Reception, RPYC, Australia II Drive, Crawley. [experimental] Friday Night Bernie Kaaks and his team Bloom batton that has been passed on to RPYC now as we version of a Saturday race. when laying the course. host the next three years of the race.

32 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 33 Division 3 Report James Baker, Fleet Representative Endeavour Report Nomen Nescio , Fleet Representative

Birthdays are special Down to the pointy end of occasions. Time to spoil the season now with the all the people you need to and important Lady Skippers Race enjoy a treat or two. URGENT SALE and State Championships having been successfully A few years ago I bought my completed. wife some new sails for her birthday so, not to be out The Ladies were out in force done, this year she bought and in a closely contested me a boat! cat fight, eight Endeavours fronted the starter. With the The step up to a Farr 9.2 is lead changing several times the a big one for us (as we met This of course does open a race was ultimately won by the Twilight Sailing on Equaliser) position for a new Division more attractive Finch – Megan and we are looking forward 3 representative. Enthusiasm in Vagabond. Monika Tschocner to some new challenges and participation are the in El Nino was hot on her heels and opportunities. The only requirements with the with Rachael Cox third in down side is leaving optimism that the ‘smaller’ Amber. Hard luck stories were the camaraderie of the boats can return to stronger exchanged in the bar prior to Thunderbird and Division 3 fleets and survive the Fleet Captain Mark Dymond fleets who have been such a pressures facing many in the presenting the coveted trophy to wonderful group of yachties demands of busy lives. All Tony Finch. to us these past 16 years. those interested please raise $3,500 ono Never fear though, once your hands! Meanwhile the IC Frith “Birribi” Endeavour 24 guns Pompano and Intrinsic in first place and unfortunately Endeavourites, please note the initiated as a Thunderbirder, (Insurance Brokers) sponsored Bermudan Rigged Fibreglass Cruising/Racing Yacht it is for life so our And if your wife should State Championships were fronted the starter. Also great Tony missed out on a countback diary for forthcoming events friendships forged on and happen to be having a to see the new owners out on by the barest of margins. – Diggers Cup & Closing Day Endeavour 24 Mk 1 four berth cruising/racing yacht. a much tamer affair with off the water will endure for birthday, there’s a neat little Perennial bridesmaid Amber on 25th April and the E24 Complete with suite of sails & outboard motor. honours again going to Michael Weinglas (Nic Kingdon) and many years to come. blue boat for sale...... n Endeavours are safe, stable, seagoing yachts, easily handled Hallam in Odette. The series Nirvana (Greg Nicholson). (Peter Cook) took third again. Prize Night on 13th July with by a crew of two and very suitable for both novice and was superbly run by PRO Special thanks to photographer the Winter Championships the experienced family sailor. John Hassan and his team of After 6 closely fought races, Rob Kelly, who not only helped following day. n Length overall 7.4m, length on waterline 5.5m, beam 2.3m, volunteers. A keen fleet of 13 Vagabond (Tony Finch) and out on the marker boat but draft 1.06m, displacement 1,250kg, ballast 812kg. found time to take more than Located on the RPYC hardstand. boats including South of Perth Odette could not be separated 300 photos which are posted on the Endeavour Facebook page.

On the social scene it was tremendous to see 47 Endeavour folk at the EFYC dinner. A total of over 150 attended from Royal Perth and the Endeavours certainly made their presence felt. Somebody should explain to Finchie the meaning of the Friday night curfew – or does this only apply to crews? It didn’t do him any harm on the track as he took fastest time just a few hours later. n Odette in full flight.

CONTACT/ENQUIRIES: Gillian – 9423 5503

34 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 35 S80 Report Alan Tough, Fleet Representative Spoil yourself and treat the ones you love to

We have well and truly passed In particular, all competitors the season mid point with the would like to thank the many State Titles behind us and the people who worked hard to end of the season looming. make it a success. As always the State To Hayden and Rachel at Championship Regatta hosted the Club, for your patience High Tea Decadence by Royal Perth Yacht Club has and support; to Clem at the turned out to be a highlight for Annexe, a gracious and helpful the season. host; to Jeff Crookes our tireless Secretary, and to our S97 This year, held again in Owen Enjoy free flowing Sparkling wine, traditional high friends who make up a happy Anchorage in conjunction with partnership for this regatta each the S97Association, we had ten tea stands with tea and coffee complemented by year. entrants for the eight race series under PRO Martin Clarke. Our thanks of course to the savoury morsels and sandwiches, classic scones important PRO, Start team and Winds varied from 5 knots buoy laying volunteers. You the return of the boats on A survey of participants will be with strawberry jam cream, and tantalizing light and variable, to 20 make our racing possible and the Monday afternoon. A undertaken shortly to enable knots sea breezes with all in we are very grateful. the Committee to review the sweet offerings. between but would generally hundred people from both weekend for next year. have been considered a light A large number of photographs Associations turned up Our resident pianist will have a relaxing selection of classics winds series. Competition was of the series have been taken along with the sponsors and In the meantime let us enjoy fierce as always and the fact and will be posted on the web the festivities rounded off a the final few weeks racing on to top off an afternoon of perfection. that there were five different site shortly. great weekend. the Swan. n winners of heats confirms this. Each year, and this one is no Starting lines and courses were exception, the President is excellent and used up all the bombarded with messages on competitors energy particularly the difficulty in getting the on the Saturday when breezes boats down to the annexe, blew up. crew problems, long weekend The overall winner was The difficulties and others. Each Fifth Element from RPYC year however, sees all of us sailed by Les Marshall with 3 who took part, feeling we have wins and a net 15 points after done something special and dropping a worst result. taken part in a proper regatta and not just a bunch of races. The handicap series run in conjunction with the event for This special feeling was the Surcouf Shield was won continued at the BBQ by Uncle Louis sailed by Jenny presentation held at RPYC on Richardson from Rum Runner sailed by Geoff Gammon. All who took part are to Dates to book: be commended for a great Sunday, 14 April regatta sailed in good Sunday, 16 June spirits with serous competition in mind. Time: 3-5pm

$35 per person, children $16 Book on 9423 5511

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36 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 37 S97 Report Simon Plunkett, Fleet Representative LIVE MUSIC The Labour Day long weekend and Dennis Vincent in Wyuna Cooking is always the business end of Too having a well deserved win S97 sailing season with the after suffering damage Every Friday hosting of the 2013 S97 State on day one. John Hughes in Classes night from Championships on Owen Polythene Pam also finished day 6.30pm* Anchorage. At one stage we three with a win in the final race were looking to have a record in his favoured fresher breeze It’s Masterclass nine boats on the racetrack conditions. but as the closing time for Ultimately it was John Baileys RPYC Style nominations approached two consistency and a match skippers declared they had race duel in the final race insufficient brownie points to that won him the S97 State allow a weekend of socialising Championship followed by Classes start and sailing. Ultimately Seven Simon Plunkett in Terra with at 6:30pm. boats participated in idyllic Neville Johnson in DNA third. 5-18 knot breezes on mostly flat water and perfect 30 degree A huge thanks is due to temperatures for all three days. RO Martin Clarke with his Come along start team and mark laying and discover On day one Hejira sailed by volunteers in getting eight S97 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP - the art in John Bailey and Simon Plunkett races away successfully, despite CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS in Terra had two wins each as a nervous wait for the breeze cooking the well as good placings to lead to settle on Sunday morning . PLACE BOAT SKIPPER NET at the Thanks also to Clem Rogers for perfect meal. the fleet. Day 2 highlighted the POINTS closeness in competition with hosting us at the annexe and the friday night grill Mark Hannaford in Dejavu S80 association committee for 1 HEJIRA JOHN BAILEY 16 bouncing back with two wins leading the event organisation. 2 TERRA SIMON PLUNKETT 18 This is your opportunity to ask the Enjoy the sensational sounds of our 3 DNA NEVILLE JOHNSON 21 • Washing & questions and learn the secrets from baby grand piano and jazz musicians. Cleaning 4 POLYTHENE PAM JOHN HUGHES 26 our very own Chefs. Why not start the weekend with a relaxing Our Chefs will prepare a three course meal • Detailing 5 WYUNA TOO DENNIS VINCENT 26 dinner at the Club. Interior / that you can easily prepare for a dinner 6 DEJAVU MARK HANNAFORD 27 party at home. Exterior Put the following dates in your diary: We are Committed to 7 STRESS MANAGEMENT DUKE SNYDER 46 Themes: • Polish & Wax 26 April – Angelo Campano - Pianist • May 22 – Tapas/Spanish Providing you with the 3 May – Sue Bluck - Pianist • Engine • June 12 - Japanese & Bilge best boating experience 10 May – Angelo Campano - Pianist Cleaning possible S97 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP - • July 10 – Gnocchi/Pasta 17 May – No entertainment - Keelboat Prize Night CONSISTENCY RESULTS • August 21 – Leftovers 24 May – Sue Bluck - Pianist • Gelcoat We offer you One-Stop 31 May – Sherrie Murphy - soloist Repairs PLACE BOAT SKIPPER NET $45 per person including recipe notes, Professional and Fully POINTS tastings of each course and a glass of 7 June – No Wardroom Grill - New Members Night • 12 / 24V wine paired with the main course! 14 June – Angelo Campano - Pianist Insured Boatcare 1 DNA NEVILLE JOHNSON 18 Electrical 21 June – Sue Bluck - Pianist Book for one course or for 2 WYUNA TOO DENNIS VINCENT 22 the whole series. 28 June – Angelo Campano - Pianist • Installation 5 July – Danni Stefanetti - solist Toilets / For Total Boatcare 3 POLYTHENE PAM JOHN HUGHES 23 Watermakers 12 July – Sue Bluck - Pianist 4 TERRA SIMON PLUNKETT 26 The Boatmen, Aquarama Marina 19 July – Angelo Campano - Pianist • Underwater Please book on 110 Riverside Road, East Fremantle 5 STRESS MANAGEMENT DUKE SNYDER 27 26 July – Sherrie Murphy - soloist lights 9423 5500 Email: [email protected] 6 DEJAVU MARK HANNAFORD 27 or email • Simrad www.theboatmen.com.au [email protected] G.P.S. plotter Book on 9423 5511 Phone: John 0412 167 524 7 HEJIRA JOHN BAILEY 32 sounders or Dylan 0410 527 915 * Exceptions are special events or public holidays

38 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 39 High Tea Decadence

40 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 41 Mothers Day

SundayBrunch 12 May

Let us… Spoil your Mum this Mothers Day. Japanese Night Select from a delightful a la carte menu for all age groups that will include breakfast and lunch selections. Friday 7 June Japanese cusine is commonly referred to as the Bounty from the Mountain and the Ocean. Relax, immerse yourself in the stunning view, enjoy the company In keeping, our Chefs have designed a sumptuous Buffet including well known favourites. of your family as you are wooed by the soft sweet melody of our pianist on the baby grand piano. Come along and welcome our new members to the Club who will be staying on for dinner after their new members night.

The Wardroom will be open from 9:30am to 2:30pm. Adults $60, Children $30 To book, please call Gillian on 9423 5503

42 IN THE WIND Bookings are essential on 9423 5511 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 43 Sailability www.sailabilitywa.com.au

the recent London Paralympic me along with amazing fun. Games sailed with New Zealand Day two saw a similar result Olympic 2012 Women’s Match and we were really enjoying Racing skipper Stephanie the experience of wind salt Hazard on the wire and IACA and speed. Good teamwork. President Brendan Tourelle, Day three saw all our races fresh from winning the Liberty postponed with breezes Nationals and the Kiwi Cup, consistently exceeding 25knots. sailed with IACA Executive Officer David Staley from On the final day strong Melbourne, while I sailed winds gusting up to 30 knots pushed the sailors to their n Ann Hodgkinson with the NZ Paralympic coach Charlie Baillie Strong. physical limits on Auckland’s Waitermata Harbour. The Skud The “City of Sails” turned on 18s finished their regatta with its best for day one with 15 two races in fairly extreme knots north easterly breezes conditions with wind against “Be Active” Healthway for the over 200 sailors from 10 tide. In the final race Tim and Access Dinghy State countries on the water racing in Stephanie were leading but Championships 2013. 16 different divisions. unfortunately a strong gust This year for the first time, Rescue boat manned by conference will cover key and a gennaker halyard cleat the Access Dinghy State volunteers throughout the priority areas such as: The Skuds sailed on the Alpha letting go saw Stephanie in the Championships were held weekend. Representatives from • An enhanced online course and after three races water. She was picked up by a in conjunction with The our sponsors were taken out presence for Sailability. Charlie and I were in the lead safety boat and reunited with to view the racing on a Race winning all races. I was relieved Dempsey on the Skud. Royal Perth Yacht Club’s • An increase in participants Committee power boat. that I did not make any big Mini Series which catered for completing recognised errors that might have seen Tim was heard to say that they approximately 10 different courses. classes of dinghy. This was to Sailability WA Inc held a trophy my crew take a swim. There could not match our speed and promote the inclusion of sailors and medal presentation lunch, • Increased awareness and were some scary moments for that the open format was the n Genevieve's 40th birthday with friends of all abilities, regardless of with the prizes being awarded inclusion of people of all most exciting and fastest ride was something that I never on the water for her since competition and for her it has disabilities, into mainstream by Katie O’Mara from WADSA. abilities in all sailing clubs. he had ever had in a Skud. He dreamed possible. Absolutely returning to sailing following been a wonderful medium to sailing and in particular regatta Graeme Martin was named new • The development of found sailing with a talented a stroke in 2001. She was left regain language and develop participation. The event was Access Dinghy State Champion strategies to attract and Olympic sailor on the trapeze awesome! The New Zealand with no language and was communication skills, as well held over a hot, blustery for 2013. train more volunteers as the had been incredible. Charlie Herald reported that we were paralysed down the right side as having fun. Genevieve passes weekend, with lively sailing critical source for delivering and I finished with eight wins among only three competitors of her body. Sailability WA on her sincere thanks to all conditions. Four Access Liberty Sailability WA Inc would like the Sailability Programs. after eight races, an absolutely at the regatta to win every race”. to thank everyone involved amazing outcome and won a at RPYC along with the Ron who supported and helped her dinghies competed in a seven • The development of a in the organisation of the gold Medal at Sail Auckland Genevieve indicated that Tough Yachting Foundation to participate at Sail Auckland race series. The competition nationally consistent Regatta which was a great 2013 - a grade one event. We sailing the Skud was by far have supported her over the and to Sailability Auckland was very close for a while, but approach to including success. We appreciate the made a great Team. The feeling the most exciting experience years to develop to this level of for giving her the opportunity there was a clear winner for people of all abilities in all effort made by competitors, to compete in the Skud and most of the races – Sailability sailing activities. President Graeme Martin in his sponsors, volunteers and race especially to her crew Charlie brand new Liberty Mud Crab. management to make it a A copy of Graham White’s paper who trusted and guided her There was a tussle for 2nd weekend of great sailing and will be published on conclusion around the course. and 3rd places between Mike very pleasant socialising. of the conference. Genevieve recently celebrated Cull and Genevieve Wickham, her 40th Birthday with friends with Mike just managing to National Sailability Success in New Zealand - at Sailability’s Sunday morning claim 2nd place in the overall Conference in Canberra – Oceanbridge Sail Auckland session, with medals and cake! results. Tracy Odiam, in a March 2013 2013 – By Genevieve commendable performance, was Sailability Australia will be Wickham & Anne Closing Dates for in close contact with the rest of hosting a National Conference Fontanini Sailability Supported the fleet for the whole weekend at The Australian Institute of “Sailability Auckland gave me and received a “Most Improved Sailing Sessions: Sport in Canberra on 26th & the opportunity to participate Performance” Award for her Thursday Morning Session: 27th March 2013. President in the above regatta helming persistence. 18th April 2013 Graeme Martin will be attending a Skud 18 at Sail Auckland, Sunday Morning Session: The Access 303 dinghies were to represent the interests of which was held at the Royal 21st April 2013 (followed represented in the Regatta Sailability WA Inc. Committee Akarana Yacht Club Auckland by BBQ for volunteers and by visually impaired sailor member Graham White will also NZ from 1st to 5th February members) Ryan Honschooten, who was be attending and will present 2013. Racing was in the open accompanied by a sighted a paper detailing the history of two person format with the Wednesday Morning Session: observer. The fleets were Sailability and the operations helm in the centre-line seats 24th April 2013 (followed supported by a Sailability of the Sailability Program at and crews on trapeze. Tim by BBQ for volunteers and Royal Perth Yacht Club. The Dempsey who also competed at n Genevieve members) n

44 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 45 From the Jon Readhead – Club Archivist Archives

Visitors, Visitors and more Visitors, but we don’t mind. If we Quiz are able to pass on useful and practical information re the Recent Donations to the Archives The February Quiz question in two parts: collection, conservation and storage of history, then that is for We would like to thank the following Members and Friends Who was the Youngest Commodore to be elected at the benefit of all. Recently Jeanette Robertson representing The of R.P.Y.C. Royal Perth Yacht Club and how old was he when elected. Clue: In his later years, he was a well known Athletics Association of WA called in to view our systems and Some weeks ago we were contacted by Neville Hills, who Perth racing identity. procedure’s with the intent of setting up a controlled Archive for has donated a Trophy won by his wife’s uncle. The trophy the Association. Like most sporting Clubs, Jeanette has had to was the Dimmitt Cup, won by Cecil Bourne sailing Pandora The winner was Commodore David Foulkes contend with a room full of memorabilia and documents with in the 1935/36 sailing season. Cecil joined the Club in who was the first to correctly identify George little means of storage or recording processes. We have furnished 1934. Pandora, formerly known as Eldora 111 and Mari Dhu, Whittingdale Gwynne as the youngest the Association with a Small Archive Data Base Program called was first registered with the Club in January 1920. She was Commodore. Tapestry which will assist them in establishing their Archive. a 24ft sloop, designed by J.Easton and built by Hudson Bros of Perth. J.A Dimmitt, the Trophy Donor joined the Club in George Gwynne was elected at the age of Jeanette was accompanied by Paul Druit, an Archivist from the 1930 and was a member of several sailing committees. 31 but no one correctly guessed his age. The Real Estate Institute of WA who are also using some of our Commodore Gwynne joined the Club in 1920 Archival guidelines and Data Base. as a junior and commenced sailing in an 18ft clinker named “Solglyt”. He later sailed with QUIZ Commodore Tymms in “Geneveive” which he purchased in1928 and sailed right up to the PRIZE war. During the war, “Genevieve” was left in the care of Bill Morance, the Club Secretary. When George went missing thought to be a POW, his boat was sold rather than it go to pieces thru neglect. When the Commodore returned and found he had no boat, he purchased an 18 foot clinker which he sailed right up till his death.

April Quiz question: What was the name of the first Diamond built in n George Whittingdale Gwynne WA and in what year was she built?

First correct entry wins. Please email your entry to: [email protected] or by phone to Jon on 0408 945 611.

Trivia Over the past weeks, John Anderson, a former Club member Other donors were: In the July 2008 edition of In The Wind, we noted that the first Yacht and Executive Officer on the Parmelia Race Committee, has Club, was the “Water Club of the Harbour of Cork”, now known been travelling from Busselton and spending a few days at a Sylvia Foulkes – America’s Cup Clothing as the Royal Cork Yacht Club, with a foundation date of 1720. time in the Archives, sorting thru and transforming into a series Keith Stevenson – A series of photos of the launching of In reviewing old newsletters, and with further research, we find of categories, approximately 1500 Parmelia Race Documents. Maid Marion circa 1947. that the above information was incorrect. The Neva Yacht Club or This will enable researchers to be more specific when searching Lionel Bussell – A series of America’s Cup Books on Central Yacht Club of the City of Leningrad, Russia was founded for race, crew or yacht information. He has been assisted by Australia 11. in 1718 some two years earlier by the Tsar later to become the Emperor of Russia, Peter the Great. Commodore Wittenoom (1975-77) from down town Boyup Peter Wiesner – A series of Racing Programs and past Brook. John has also been attempting to correct some items of newsletters. Wanted the Parmelia Race in Wikipedia. We are indebted to John for Graham Owens – A collection of over seas Burgees and old the many hours and miles travelled to assist us in the important Prize Night Programs. Looking for information on a Trophy called The “BB” Invisible Members please note that your Archivists are on duty at recording process. Trophy. It has 3 engraved plaques, dated 1947 N.M.A.F.C. – 1948 the Club each Tuesday and Thursday from 0930 – 1430 for Ken Brookes – Historical notes on Thera. R.P.Y.C. – 1960 R.P.Y.C. general access to records, Family and Club History inquiries.

▲ The trophy is a turned wooden base with a diameter of 195mm, Contact details: 08 9389 1555 or [email protected] any clues?

“Among national assets, archives are the most precious; they are the gift of one generation to another and the extent of our care of them marks the extent of our civilization”. Quote by Arthur Doughty, July 1916 during the battle of the Somme.

46 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 47 Fremantle Annexe

Shaken, not Stirred at the Black Tie

the crack of dawn to swim to the wire to the final race. the mischievous rascals Rottnest. The evening proved Congratulations to John from encroaching our fence 2013 ominous and thunder and Bailey S97 Hejira and Les line. Plans are afoot to with high winds and Marshall S80 Fifth Element on compliment our southern rain were the order, but by the their Championship wins. boundary fence during the Bond time 4.30am was arriving and winter months, raising the the sun, just appearing on the As we draw a close to this height of the boardwalk area Commodores Ball horizon, everything calmed summer, there are a couple of to a minimum 1.8m down and almost glassed- events which will be reported out for the start. There is in the next issue, the Twilight JETTY REPAIRS & an amazing atmosphere in sail and the “mustering’ of the MAINTENANCE 22 June 2013 the Annexe for that hour or Beneteau Fleet as they head Winter months will see $ n Clem Rogers so as swimmers and their off for their Beneteau Cup for per person some upgrading and 7pm 7:30pm 125 Harbour Master support boats prepare for weekend. All happening on ongoing repair work not the off and although it is an the 5th April. unearthly hour, to be a part able to have been completed AUTUMN APPROACHES of this very special event is I would like to say a big this summer. With just a few weeks to go very rewarding. Thankfully, “Thank-You” to all penholders Join us in the River Room for a night AUTUMN AND WINTER to the close of the summer all swimmers were safe and here at the Annexe who “for your eyes only” season the Annexe has been are no doubt already planning support the endeavours to SAILING quite busy this summer, but their 2014 campaign! hold these yachting events Each year at this time I Three course meal with a Martini on arrival. not as busy as it might have here at this time of year. We send a timely reminder that been expected, not sure if S80/S97 STATE do try to minimise the impact some of the best boating on Live and Let die on the dance floor with a this was down to some fickle CHAMPIONSHIPS – and effect on your activities the ocean, both for sail and weather patterns, are our lives GOOD AS EVER! and I know occasionally power is during Autumn and live band and entertainment. so busy these days that there The Labour Day long weekend car parking becomes a bit Winter months, especially is not so much time to give to saw the familiar sails of the stressed, but overall we do from April to June. Why not boating pleasures? fleets for S80’s and S97’s find everyone a space. Your see if you can squeeze a few arrive in force at the Annexe. patience and understanding is trips out from the Annexe? ROTTNEST SWIM Thanks to the newly installed appreciated by all concerned. Just make sure you contact Call Kelly on 9423 5500 Dress: Once again brave souls moved pontoons we had everyone me early enough to book SECURITY email [email protected] Black Tie, Mess Kit or Bond in to the Annexe throughout moored up and raring to go a space. the afternoon and late evening for a great weekend’s sailing. The garrison fencing is now or visit www.rpyc.com.au of Friday February 21st in Competition was fierce and in place at the northern end, As always wishing you and quote your Agent Numbers preparation to head off at everything went down to which we hope will deter safe boating. n to secure your access to this mission.

48 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 49 Members Services Directory Members Services Directory - continued

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50 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH YACHT CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 51 Members Services Directory - continued REAL ESTATE, AUCTIONS & DEVELOPMENTS Security Services Truck and Bus Sales Black Opps Security Services WA Hino Diggers Cup Matthew Cunniffe Paul McGovern Mbl 24/7: 0433 299 627 Tel: 9351 2000 DALKEITH Fax: 9495 2860 Mobile: 0418 927 460 Email: [email protected] Fax: 9351 2011 Joan Gebbie We offer Personalised, Professional Email: [email protected] Tel: 9386 8255 Security services, working with our clients, Website: www.wahino.com.au A/H: 9383 2549 not just for them. We offer obligation Everything Hino – that’s what we do at WA Hino. We sell new Mobile: 0414 666 785 free upfront quotes, for all your events and used Hino trucks and buses, we organise finance and Closing Day Fax: 9386 6801 private or corporate of any size, Personal insurance, we provide expert servicing, body-building and Email: [email protected] protection, Transportation options on-site repairs, and we stock thousands of genuine Hino parts Personal and Professional Service in all aspects of Land, Air, Sea. Onsite guards, Mine & on our shelves. Plus we sell used trucks and buses of all other Real Estate Construction sites, K9, Armed cash and valuables guarding & makes and models – not just Hinos. transportation, Investigations, Site risk assessment, Maritime Operations. Royal Perth Yacht Club’s security provider of choice RECRUITMENT CONSULTANTS since 2007. Yacht Charters Party Placer Management Group SIGNWRITING Sunsail Jan Spriggs SIGN ZONE Reservations Tel: 1800 803 988 Tel: 6364 5222 Brett Lord A/H: 9328 6441 Fax: 02 8912 7095 Mobile: 0418 933 982 Tel: 9284 0440 Email: [email protected] Fax: 6364 5233 A/H: 9385 7811 Website: www.sunsail.com.au Email: [email protected] Mobile: 0411 596 560 Sunsail offers a wide choice of sailing holidays, flotillas and 25 April 2013 A premier West Australian owned Recruitment Consultancy Fax: 9284 0447 regattas with 800 yachts in 32 locations worldwide. A mixed that specialises in end to end recruitment solutions for Email: [email protected] fleet of Yachts & Catamarans, we have a sailing holiday office professionals and executive placements. Temporary Create ideal signage - artwork, production, installation. that’s perfect for you. Sunsail is the RPYC’s Yacht Charter and Permanent Staffing solutions. Computer-cut graphics, painted, illuminated, neon, wide format partner offering an additional 5% on all charter bookings. digital printing. From small boats to commercial projects. SAILING OUTINGS TRAVEL AGENTS YACHT RIGGING Bring the family down SWAN RIVER SAILING PARAMOUNT TRAVEL & Grant Alderson Tel: 0412 944 909 Skip Lissiman CRUISE CENTRE Email: [email protected] and enjoy the party Tel: 9386 9488 Pamela Strickland Address: Unit 2/ 23 Carrington Street Nedlands 6009 Mobile: 0411 742 111 Yacht Rigging & Splicing, Race Preparation & Tuning, Fax: 9386 9433 Tel: 9325 2144 Coaching, Maintenance & Fit outs, Hardware Servicing, Email: [email protected] OR [email protected] Mobile: 0418 140 025 Balustrade & Trellis Wires Fax: 9221 1884 Corporate & leisure sailing on our fleet of Foundation 36 after sailing with A/H: 9275 1964 yachts based at Royal Perth yacht Club. Email: [email protected] Website: www.paramount-travel.com.au TASKERS For Corporate & Leisure travel with friendly personalised SAILMAKERS professional service. Specialising in cruising - from Beneteau’s Mark Reid a barbecue on to the QM2. Identify as RPYC members for special deals. Tel: 9437 9222 UK - HALSEY SAILMAKERS Mobile: 0414 908 075 Fax: 9437 9233 Geoff Bishop TO ADVERTISE IN RPYC Email: [email protected] the Lawn! Tel: 9336 2161 MEMBERS SERVICES DIRECTORY Website: www.taskers.com.au Fax: 9336 1678 Call the Editor “HIGHEST QUALITY” Email: [email protected] • Custom made spars, fittings and rigging for all yachts When design & engineering of a sail goes beyond sheer Kelly Scott large and small numbers & hype. When sailing is your passion. When Public Relations Officer • New masts stepped and tuned sailing is not just an everyday activity, it’s what seduces T: (08) 9423 5500 • Masts removed and full refurbishments available From 4:30pm your soul… That’s what drives us. If you’re passionate E: [email protected] • Mast inspections, repair and maintenance about your sailing… who makes your sails? • Insurance repairs and replacement Members Services Directory Form Promote your business to your fellow members Simply complete this form and return it to our Public Relations Officer, Kelly Scott, PO Box 5, Nedlands WA 6909 or by fax 9389 1459 Type of Business Business Name Members Name Children’s Short description or catchline Entertainment Telephone A/Hours Mobile Facsimile Music by The Mucky Email Web Please include the above details in your publication “In the Wind” and debit my account Membership Duck Bush Band for the cost of $175 per annum including GST. Logo included for an additional $25. Account Number OFFICE USE ONLY Date Received By For more information contact Hayden on 9423 5504 or 52 IN THE WIND 04 : 2013 ROYAL PERTH [email protected] CLUB NEWSLETTER IN THE WIND 53 Trusted to protect your boating lifestyle

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