Canberra Yacht Club News September-October 2008 Olympians Enthuse Our Champions

Olympians Enthuse Our of Tomorrow Champions of Tomorrow 1 An impressive audience of eighty five sailors and their families gathered at the CYC on 23 September 2008 From the Vice Commodore to give Olympic 470 gold medalists, Nathan Wilmot and , a heroes’ welcome. Vice CYC Sailors’ Link with Vanuatu 5 Commodore, Anita Faulks, warmly Winter 2008 Racing Results 6 introduced the medalists, coach Victor Kovalenka and Michael Jones Another way to enjoy your sailing 10 ( Australia representative), Changes to the Special highlighting the significance of the Regulations of Yachting Australian sailing team’s outstanding Australia in force from performance at the Beijing Olympics. 1 July 2009 to 30 June 2013 11 Australia’s world ranking in sailing is now second only to Great Britain. From the Manager 14 Michael Jones provided context to this historical success by recounting the story of how Australian sailors only commenced campaigning at the Olympic level in 2000. Notably, it was in March 2006 that Australian sailing has received significant investment and structured support, which has enabled it to further grow into a high performance professional sport. As an encouragement for our young sailors, Michael stated that sailing champions have attained their goals in different ways: some have been born with talent; others have worked consistently hard. An important lesson is that each has taken responsibility for his or her progress. Laughter burst amongst the audience with the revelation that disagreements are normal, even amongst professionals; the secret being good ‘relationship management’ skills! Contents

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The Canberra Yacht Club acknowledges the generous assistance of the Canberra Southern Cross Club Sep-Oct • 3 Nathan and Malcolm had different stories to tell about how and love of the sport; and the teamwork demonstrated by they turned their Olympic dream into a reality. Born into fellow Olympians. a sailing family, Nathan lived and breathed sailing since the age of 22 months and has since followed his father’s Our young sailors revealed their keen interest in learning footsteps in reaching international champion status. As about the secrets of the Olympians by asking questions, such Malcolm’s parents were not sailors, they preferred him to be as what is their ratio of training to racing, what motivates studious rather than spend endless hours out on the water. them to succeed, and why do they love the 470 class? Starting later in life than many who embark on the road to Ukrainian born and former Olympic sailing champion, becoming an Olympian, Malcolm first worked hard to save Victor passionately summed up the ingredients of the money to pay for his sailing campaigns. Although both medalists’ success, “the gold medals are for you, the sailors had traveled a long and challenging journey, they sailors here in Australia who love the sport. You will believed it was worth it (even the strict dieting!) to enjoy the succeed if you have a love for sailing. You will need to ultimate achievement of being an Olympic gold medalist. do two things though: build up your knowledge; and then Whilst they dreamt about reaching this ideal goal, the sailors sail, sail, sail!” have enjoyed the journey too. Contributing to their success are key factors: the talent of their coach; their determination By Antonia Kucza

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From the Vice Commodore A very special welcome to all members for the coming 08/ • The School Holiday Sailing School has, yet again, been a 09 sailing season! We have a mix of new members (a very very popular activity for children to become involved in special welcome), members returning to the club after a the recent school holidays. period of absence (welcome back!) and those renewing If you have not booked a dinner seat for the Malcolm there membership for another year (great to see you Page night I suggest you do it sooner than later as this again). There are a number of keen, experienced sailors event is likely to book out early. This is an opportunity to who have just relocated to Canberra, don’t have boats have a good night out and support fund raising for the but are keen to land a (if at all possible) permanent crewing ever increasingly successful Youth Squad. Malcolm is one role. I have encouraged a number of these to come to the of the Gold Medallist’s who visited us in September. He is Sailor’s Cabin and place their name and mobile number easy to listen to, level headed and approachable. He is on the whiteboard under ‘Crew Available’. They are willing an excellent example of someone who has put their mind to jump into any boat at short notice – keep it in mind. to something and achieved their goal – persistence and We had 66 boats launch our Summer Series in Pointscore patience must be some of his virtues. #1 on Sunday 21st September with 77 signing on for the On the 2nd November we will be participating the NSW/ first Championship Race on 28th September. The wind has ACT Tray Sailing day. This is a day to share our love of sailing certainly enabled us to shake out the cobwebs quickly! with others. We need a range of volunteers for on water and A number of you have already signed up and nominated a off water tasks. Please refer to the volunteer chart outside date for duty; thank you. There are additional opportunities Carolin and Craig’s office. This day will be conducted for coming up that will provide you with opportunities to get to the public from 10am to 1pm. Wee have a Championship know fellow members. Please keep an eye out for emails that afternoon and are hoping to encourage people to and volunteer charts outside Carolin and Craig’s office. stay around, have lunch at the club and watch the race. Please grab a poster form the Sailor’s Cabin (Table inside The following are some of the activities the club has been door) and place it on your local community billboard. We involved in over the last couple of months: are also sending letters to the schools participating in our • We were delighted to host some of the Gold Medal School Sailing Program. Olympics Sailors on Tuesday 23rd September. It was great Let’s all make the effort each week to say hi to someone to see many of you there to support them. It was also we haven’t before. The club will continue to have its friendly terrific to see such a range of ages – it gives sailing hope reputation if we keep working at it. I look forward to seeing for the future. you all out on the water on Sundays and Wednesdays • We have just hosted the ACT Flying Fifteen Regatta (from 18th October). for another year. Congratulations to Matt Owen and In Sailing Andrew Reed for their success in this event. A special Anita thanks to the volunteers who gave one or two days of Vice Commodore their long weekend to help out.

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CYC Sailors’ Link with Vanuatu

developed a school- to-school connection between Telopea Primary and Port Resolution Primary; her own students have enjoyed learning about Pacific Island children of their age. Antonia was interested in Susan’s experience, having previously worked as a volunteer for World Vision in Vanuatu. Two and a half years ago, Susan Alexander and Antonia Last July, Susan and Kaucz completed the Adult Sailing Course together at the Antonia were keen to Canberra Yacht Club. Since then the pair have become rekindle their connections with Vanuatu by returning to passionate about sailing, participating in local and national Port Resolution. Meeting with the Manager of the Yacht events. They have also become Associate Members of Club and the Port Resolution Primary staff, they learned the Canberra Ocean Racing Club (CORC) to further their about the challenges and potential opportunities for the opportunities in offshore sailing. During their brief sailing community. They also enjoyed the opportunity of taking lifetime, Susan and Antonia have found that a key attraction a class for a day to relieve the teachers who had to go has been the camaraderie and sense of community which to town to buy supplies for the school. Antonia was very sailors share both in Canberra and elsewhere. pleased to learn that the school had embraced and was Two years ago, Susan benefiting from a World Vision project she had designed. sailed to Vanuatu with An outcome of the project was that older children were members of CORC growing vegetables to sell to the Yacht Club and use for the first time. Her the money to pay for school fees, which is a big issue initial experience of facing many families. Susan identified the need for an the beautiful country additional building to relieve teachers from cramped was sailing into the conditions, and provide space for a library, computers breathtaking Port and school meetings. Resolution, Tanna Island. Coinciding with their visit to Tanna was the arrival of a As a teacher, Susan large fleet from the UK, France, Germany and the USall was very interested in participating in the inaugural round-the-world Atlantic learning about life as Rally for Cruisers (ARC – see http://www.worldcruising.com experienced by the /worldarc/). Susan and Antonia became acquainted with children, teachers and these sailors who were very eager to learn about the culture principal of the local of the Port Resolution community and make a contribution. school. She has since The CYC sailors thought that their community back home in Canberra may also be interested in learning more about Vanuatu. They are now embarking on a project aiming to build a link between sailors here and the Port Resolution community, enabling cross cultural exchange and supporting humanitarian work. Watch this space for updates on our project! Susan and Antonia.

by Antonia Kaucz 4 • Sep-Oct Sep-Oct • 5 CYC Sailing News Winter 2008 Racing Results Series Results [Mixed Class YS] for Division 1 up to Race 9 (Drops = 1) Sail Boat Name Class Skipper Score Race 9 Race 8 Race 7 Race 6 Race 5 Race 4 Race 3 Race 2 Race 1 1 3616 Ffunnily Enuff Flying15** Stephen Leicester 23.57 5.00 ABN 5.57U 3.00 1.00 [21.00C] 6.00 2.00 1.00 2 3620 Classic Wings Flying15 MK1Hull John Tracey 26.00 6.00 ABN 3.00 [22.00C] 9.00 1.00 3.00 1.00 3.00 3 2971 Rag Dolly Flying15 Silver Leigh Nielsen 32.00 7.00 ABN 6.00 2.00 5.00 5.00 4.00 3.00 [7.00] 4 2250 Euffamism Flying15 MK1Hull Robin Malpas 61.40 8.00 ABN [23.00C] 7.40U 3.00 2.00 1.00 20.00L 20.00L 5 935 Amalffi Flying15 MK1Hull Nick Lemon 64.00 10.00 ABN 5.00 22.00C [22.00C] 4.00 11.00 6.00 6.00 6 1125 Ziff Flying15 MK1Hull Neil Garvey 70.71 2.00 ABN [23.00C] 11.71U 22.00C 3.00 20.00C 7.00 5.00 7 184248 Fortuitous Laser Robert Booth 77.00 9.00 ABN 1.00 [22.00C] 10.00 7.00 10.00 20.00L 20.00L 8 3657 Super Snabb FlyingFifteen** Graham Giles 85.00 23.00C ABN [23.00C] 22.00C 2.00 21.00C 8.00 5.00 4.00 9 2187 Fearless Tasar Andy Cumming 86.00 4.00 ABN [23.00C] 8.00F 8.00 21.00C 5.00 20.00L 20.00L 10 2108 Sidewinder Tasar Paul Neal 86.60 14.00S ABN [23.00C] 4.00 15.00O 11.60U 2.00 20.00L 20.00L 11 2759 State Of The Ark Flying15 MK1Hull Peter Fullagar 87.00 23.00C ABN [23.00C] 1.00 22.00C 21.00C 7.00 11.00F 2.00 12 145552 Water Rat Laser Niall McDowell 103.00 [23.00C] ABN 4.00 22.00C 22.00C 6.00 9.00 20.00L 20.00L 13 176896 Jac Laser Martin Linsley 107.67 23.00C ABN [23.00C] 22.00C 6.00 16.33U 20.00C 4.00 16.33U 14 1814 Kookaburra Tasar James Rogers 113.00 23.00C ABN [23.00C] 22.00C 11.00 21.00C 14.00 13.00C 9.00 15 178624 Backchat Laser Stuart Allan 118.00 1.00 ABN 2.00 23.00L 23.00L 23.00L 23.00L 23.00L [23.00L] 16 2345 Yes Tasar Martin Linsley 120.00 3.00 ABN [23.00C] 22.00C 7.00 22.00L 22.00L 22.00L 22.00L 17 2107 Ramboat Tasar Trish Gleeson 120.00 14.00F ABN 17.00U [22.00C] 15.00F 21.00C 13.00 20.00L 20.00L 18 2831 Interact Flying 15 Silver Greg Taylor 122.00 23.00C ABN [23.00C] 22.00C 15.00F 21.00C 20.00C 13.00C 8.00 19 1907 Shiraz Ns14 Chris Eddes 123.00 23.00C ABN [23.00C] 22.00C 4.00 11.00F 21.00L 21.00L 21.00L 20 2191 Dead Calm Tasar Lenin Jackson 128.00 11.00 ABN [23.00C] 22.00C 22.00C 21.00C 12.00 20.00L 20.00L 21 168159 Trouble Laser Jeff Fullerton 129.00 23.00C ABN [23.00C] 22.00C 22.00C 21.00C 20.00C 8.00 13.00L 22 161219 Defacto Laser David Holt 130.00 23.00C ABN [23.00C] 22.00C 22.00C 21.00C 20.00C 9.00 13.00L Series Results [Mixed Class YS] for Division 2 up to Race 9 (Drops = 1) 1 137 Redback Castle 650 Ian Brokenshire 16.00 3.00 ABN 3.00 1.00 3.00 3.00 2.00 [3.00] 1.00 2 22 Blu & Me Sonata 6.7 MK1 Alan Green 20.00 4.00 ABN 2.00 3.00 2.00 5.00 [7.00] 1.00 3.00 3 59 Humungus Elliott 7 Angus Reid 31.00 1.00 ABN 4.00 2.00 1.00 [22.00C] 1.00 2.00 20.00L 4 017 Rum & Racing Magic25 John Graham 55.71 2.00 ABN [22.00C] 8.00F 11.00 9.00 9.71U 8.00 8.00 5 058 Well Oiled Machine Magic25 Smartie Syndicate 66.00 [22.00C] ABN 5.00 4.00 5.00 11.00U 4.00 20.00C 17.00C 6 21 Gomez Adams 21 Paul Scrivener 79.00 22.00C ABN 22.00C 22.00C 4.00 [22.00C] 3.00 4.00 2.00 7 37 Pathfinder Adams 21 Peter Taylor 80.00 22.00C ABN 1.00 22.00C [22.00C] 2.00 8.00 5.00 20.00L 8 62 Casper Elliott 7 Howard Faulks 88.86 13.86U ABN 22.00C 22.00C [22.00C] 1.00 6.00 20.00C 4.00 9 020 Padme Magic25 Andrew Wilson 95.00 12.00F ABN 7.00 22.00C 12.00 [22.00C] 11.00 20.00C 11.00 10 161 Tekoa TrailerTri680 Roger Amos 97.00 12.00F ABN 22.00C 5.00 22.00C [22.00C] 10.00 20.00C 6.00 11 035 Hit-n-Run Magic25 Fred Kasparek 97.00 12.00F ABN 6.00 22.00C 10.00 [22.00C] 21.00C 6.00 20.00L 12 073 Houdini Magic25 SOAP Sydnicate 101.00 12.00F ABN 22.00C 22.00C [22.00C] 7.00 21.00C 7.00 10.00 13 60 Camelot Castle 650 Graham Jones 101.00 12.00F ABN 22.00C 22.00C 7.00 [22.00C] 9.00 20.00C 9.00 14 581 Solitaire Castle 650 David Shiers 103.71 22.00C ABN [22.00C] 8.00F 9.00 8.00 21.00C 20.00C 15.71U 15 381 YRS reprezent Status Slipstream CYC CYC 115.00 12.00F ABN 22.00C 22.00C 22.00C [22.00C] 21.00C 9.00 7.00 16 727 Need For Speed Elliott 7 Stuart Minchin 117.00 22.00C ABN 22.00C 22.00C [22.00C] 4.00 5.00 21.00L 21.00L 17 35 Callisto RL 24 SK John White 118.00 22.00C ABN 22.00C 22.00C 6.00 [22.00C] 21.00C 20.00C 5.00 18 20 Billie Adams 21 Paddy Hodgman 124.00 22.00C ABN 22.00C 22.00C 8.00 6.00 22.00L 22.00L [22.00L] 19 8009 Rum Cay Clubman 8 David Smith 133.00 22.00C ABN 22.00C 22.00C 22.00C [22.00C] 21.00C 12.00F 12.00 20 90 Avante Garde Beneteau 7 Serge Ambrose 134.00 22.00C ABN 22.00C 22.00C 22.00C [22.00C] 21.00C 12.00S 13.00 21 18 Corkscrew Sth Coast Magnum 8 Rick Garner 137.00 22.00C ABN 22.00C 22.00C 22.00C [22.00C] 12.00 20.00C 17.00C Series Results [Mixed Class YS] for Division 3 up to Race 9 (Drops = 1) 1 1626 Alcheringa Hartley183/4Rig Paul Fitzwarryn 11.00 2.00 ABN 1.00 2.00 2.00 1.00 [3.00] 1.00 2.00 2 58 Wayfarrer Farr 6000 Mo Kalnins 22.86 [8.00F] ABN 3.00 3.86U 3.00 4.00 1.00 5.00 3.00 3 109 Vegemite Gem 550 Claudio Santarossa 35.00 3.00 ABN 6.00U 3.00 4.00 [17.00C] 2.00 7.00F 10.00L 4 81 Beau Bateau Sonata 6 Damian Hennessy 42.57 7.57U ABN [18.00C] 4.00 6.00 9.00 7.00 3.00 6.00 5 131 Megagem Gem 550 Nick Hildyard 44.00 1.00 ABN 4.00 1.00 2.00U 2.00 17.00L 17.00L [17.00L] 6 28 Wren Farr 6000 Bill Hirst 57.00 18.00C ABN 2.00 [18.00C] 1.00 6.00 4.00 13.00L 13.00L 7 7150 Satisfaction Sonata 7 Simon Wallis 59.00 8.00S ABN 6.00 [18.00C] 17.00C 7.00 6.00 10.00C 5.00 8 5 Farr Too Easy Farr 6000 Kim Barrett 64.00 18.00C ABN 5.00 [18.00C] 17.00C 3.00 9.00F 2.00 10.00L 9 18 Slipstream HainesTrampTri Don Graham 82.00 18.00C ABN 18.00C [18.00C] 5.00 17.00C 13.00C 4.00 7.00 10 102 Gem Fever Gem 550 John Kennedy 94.00 18.00C ABN 18.00C [18.00C] 17.00C 17.00C 13.00C 10.00C 1.00 11 441 Abby Marie Squib Tim Glover 97.00 18.00C ABN 18.00C [18.00C] 17.00C 17.00C 13.00C 10.00C 4.00 12 3641 Valdor Timpenny670Mk1+s Trevor Golding 101.00 18.00C ABN 18.00C [18.00C] 17.00C 17.00C 5.00 13.00L 13.00L 13 290 Chessie Austral 20 Guy Hanson 103.00 8.00F ABN 18.00C 5.00 18.00L 18.00L 18.00L 18.00L [18.00L] 14 840 Lady Bay Cole 23 George Reeves 109.00 18.00C ABN 18.00C [18.00C] 17.00C 5.00 17.00L 17.00L 17.00L 15 666 Finesse Farr 6000 Mark Webb 109.00 18.00C ABN 18.00C [18.00C] 17.00C 17.00C 13.00C 13.00L 13.00L 16 7 El Barco Sonata 7 Robert Micallef 112.00 18.00C ABN 18.00C [18.00C] 17.00C 8.00 17.00L 17.00L 17.00L 17 514 Mischief Castle 550 Ian Hawke 121.75 18.00C ABN 18.00C [18.00C] 17.00C 17.75U 17.00L 17.00L 17.00L Series Results [Mixed Class YS] for Division 4 up to Race 9 (Drops = 1) 1 16893 Deja’vu Hobie18 Robert Redfern 13.00 2.00C ABN 2.00C 1.00 2.00L 2.00L 2.00L 2.00L [2.00L] Series Results [Mixed Class YS] for Division 5 up to Race 9 (Drops = 1) 1 169678 Chilly Laser Radial Phil Hextell 9.57 1.00 ABN 3.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.00 1.57U [3.00] 2 1665 Miss D Meanor Sabre Fiona Wilcox 26.00 9.00C ABN 1.00 [9.00C] 2.00 2.00 4.00 6.00C 2.00 3 210 Brolga Seafly Tobias Wright 44.83 9.00C ABN 9.00C 2.00 9.00C [9.00C] 6.83U 3.00R 6.00L 4 867 Rogue Racer Spiral Chris Eddes 45.00 9.00C ABN 2.00 9.00C 9.00C 9.00C [9.00C] 6.00C 1.00 5 863 Outer Limit Spiral Bruce Eddes 49.00 9.00C ABN 9.00C 9.00C 9.00C [9.00C] 3.00 6.00C 4.00 6 832 Wally Burger Spiral Andrea Garvey 56.00 9.00C ABN 9.00C 9.00C 9.00C 9.00C 2.00 9.00L [9.00L] 7 841 Hectic Spiral Hugh Gallagher 59.00 9.00C ABN 9.00C 9.00C 9.00C 9.00C 5.00 9.00L [9.00L] 8 824 Fail Boat Spiral Rory Gleeson 60.00 9.00C ABN 9.00C 9.00C 9.00C 9.00C 6.00 9.00L [9.00L] 6 • Sep-Oct CYC Sailing News

WALTERTURNBULL presents Sailing Olympic Gold Medallist Malcolm Page

Don’t miss your opportunity to have dinner with Sailing Olympic Gold Medallist & 470 World Champion on Monday 20 October 2008 at 7pm

Malcolm will talk and show photos of his experience during the Beijing Olympics, and of his journey to accomplish his lifelong dream of an Olympic Gold Medal. Malcolm’s achievements also include: 3 x World 470 Champion & 2 x Olympian in the 470 Class

The evening will be a fund raiser for the CYC Youth Race Squad Monday 20 October 7pm Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden Dinner tickets are strictly limited, $35 per person, Booking can be made at the office or at www.canberrayachtclub.com.au

This is a great opportunity to support the CYC Youth Race Squad. 6 • Sep-Oct CYC Sailing News

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Another way to enjoy your sailing

Wanting to sail larger boats than LBG offers? so apart from food, towels and a change of clothes there is no real need to take anything else, all set up so we can Well we were and it had been a long held ambition to enjoy the boat to the maximum. The three year life means actually participate as an owner rather than an occasional the boats are sold before any major maintenance costs are sailor. What had been stopping us was the time needed to likely to arise and with still a reasonable time before they keep a boat fully maintained and the large cost relative to should, hence it is expected we should get back most of our the time available to enjoy the sailing. So about three years initial outlay. ago we decided to do something about it after receiving details of an alternative ownership arrangement from one of We have an allocation of time, effectively 5 weeks in total, the yacht charter companies we had previously chartered with no more than half the time able to be taken during the from. warmer months of the year, an internet booking window that opens a rolling 10 weeks in advance, with a maximum We received details of a shared purchasing arrangement consecutive 7 days available during the warmer months. from what was then Pittwater Yacht Charters (PYC) now This has suited us and we have always been able to get the Smart Boating. They are based on Pittwater at Mona Vale, dates we wanted with minimal need to adjust, including last fortunately for us with easy parking for what has turned into year for New Years Eve. a regular 600km round trip from Canberra, we try to forget about the painful petrol cost. So what did we do, we originally wanted to go with the 400 but with the orders the 370 was going to arrive for the start of We did quite a bit of looking around with several trips the summer season with the 400 sometime later so we went to and looked at various alternative purchasing for the 370. Then the problems started, Hanse redesigned arrangements along with the suitability of the various yachts the boats, this involved redesign of their production facilities on offer. In the end PYC won out, mainly on cost but also in North East Germany with a new factory, the boats now with what is a very suitable yacht for our needs. Since we being fully built in the factory rather than as with the original purchased monthly costs have almost doubled for the new hulls partly imported from Poland, this added a month or boats but we still think it would be good value for money. more delay, then calamity struck, on the way out the boat What motivated us, after years of dinghy, TS and small was badly damaged, so the local Hanse distributer took that keelboat sailing, well I had done some quite extensive sailing boat of our hands and we were reallocated another boat offshore on various boats and particularly as a director and but further down the production line. This did arrive in perfect instructor with the Ocean Youth Club of Australia. I had condition but now May rather than the previous September, clocked up well over 3,000 miles coastal and offshore in and the 400 hit the water earlier. The only advantage was most sea states over the years and with Val retiring and the dealer threw in some additional extras making the boat giving us the time we decided it was know or never. a bit better, but none were essential, maybe will add to the resale value. Based on our experience we were looking for something around the 40 foot mark from a comfort and safety What do we do with the boats? As I mentioned we now viewpoint, a boat that was going to be easy to handle have shares in two, when a share in a 400 became available with just the two of us, with at least two double cabins and late last year we bought into that syndicate. Mainly our all the facilities one expects in a modern boat of that size. sailing has been confined to the Hawkesbury area and even Well PYC had two boats on offer that met our needs one a after all this time we are still not bored by it. Often we have Hanse 370 (37ft) a two cabin layout and the other a Hanse good sailing in Pittwater and Broken Bay and out to sea and 400 (40ft) with a three cabin layout and we decided to take occasionally all the way in past Cottage Point. We have the plunge. taken the 370 down to Sydney Harbour and did a change over there with another owner on one trip. I mentioned New The arrangement is the boats are bought into a unit trust with Years Eve, we took the 370 down to the Harbour to watch ten one tenth shares, each member owning one or more the Fireworks, the trip down was very enjoyable, with a large shares which covers the cost of the boat on to the water. pod of Dolphins escorting us through the Heads, back was You could purchase more than one share although nobody a bit different a hard motor sail with one reef into a North has in the two syndicates we are now members of. Easter which had closed all the beaches due to the rough The trust agreement is interesting and this is where most of conditions, we wanted to get back quickly before the the syndicated arrangements vary, ours is set up as a fully conditions further deteriorated later in the day. Still the boat managed syndicate on a walk on walk off basis, with the handled it well and with the motor running we made good trust having a three year life, with the boats sold at the end time. Val probably had her eyes shut part of the time going of the three years. This arrangement particularly suited us through the washing machine of Sydney Heads but pushing as it meant we had none of the hassles off worrying about out to sea we quickly found smoother water. maintenance all our time could be spent sailing. The So far nobody has been sea sick on board, although monthly service fee includes, full maintenance (including a couple of queasy tums reported. We have had few fuel), marina berth, cleaning, clean linen, and the boats problems with the boats, although some of the instruments come with spray jackets, PFD’s, 406 EPIRB, Flares, BBQ etc, 10 • Sep-Oct Sep-Oct • 11 CYC Sailing News

are temperamental, but that seems to be a characteristic Performance wise Hanse’s go well and will easily achieve of modern electronics, at least the GPS Chart plotter has nominal max speed in moderate conditions. In the been reliable. We had difficulty in hoisting and lowering the recent Hanse Regatta on Pittwater we had the 40ft boat fully battened main but after some roller slides were fitted, tracking well and managed a first in the first race (40ft it now all works easily and drops into the lazy jack system class) and 3rd in the open race restricted to boats with the with only a need to help it down the last little bit. The self self tacking jib, another 40ft boat beat us but they had a tri- tacking roller furling headsail is a boon as on tacking it does radial high tech jib and race regularly, the other was a 46ft not have to be touched, to us a real touch of luxury. Hanse’s syndicate boat, our sails were stock standard as delivered have a tall performance rig (60ft on the 400) so there is a with plenty of use, so we were well pleased by the way she lot of sail, but the boats are well balanced with a keel in goes and that we convincingly beat the 37ft boats. With the proportion. What is interesting though are the different difference in responsiveness I was thinking the 370 was in sailing characteristics of the two boats. The 370 is just a little fact faster, how wrong I was. tender in some conditions but the 400 is magic, the extra Why did we get a second boat well we wanted to try a foot of beam and 3ft in length make a huge difference to larger boat and the opportunity came up, we were hopping its feel and responsiveness to gusts. I did mange to put the to sell our share in the 370 but expect we will now be keeping toilet waste into the shower one day, but I was trying to see her until she goes up for sale next year. The only trouble we how she went in 20knots under full sail. A lesson well learnt, have is with other holidays and trips away we can’t fit in 10 and now we always make doubly sure the outlet sea cock is weeks sailing in the year so some of our allocation will again fully closed, a particular risk with electric macerating toilets. go unused. On the 370 the rule is 1st reef at 15 knots 2nd at about 20, on the 400 its 18 and 24. Reefing is easy, single line all controlled For any others interested, an enjoyable, highly from the cockpit. recommended and hassle free way of getting on the water in a larger yacht. What we are now doing is thinking about On the 370 we have a cockpit traveller for the main and our next boat as both go up for sale next year. Based on on the 400 its above the companionway, what is best for our experience we will be looking for a similar arrangement cruising is a matter of choice, the cockpit one is easy to with probably a step up to a slightly larger boat, probably control from the wheel but the companionway one keeps in a smaller syndicate established from people interested to the cockpit free. On the newer boats Hanse is going to explore further, with at least an interest to take her up to the the German system which does away with the traveller Whitsundays for the winter months. altogether, a cockpit one is still an option. John & Val Kennedy

Changes to the Special Regulations of Yachting Australia in force from 1 July 2009 to 30 June 2013 Published in the Yachting Australia version of the Racing Rules of Sailing 2009 – 2013 “The Blue Book” An overview by John Kennedy.

John is the YACT representative on the Yachting Australia requirements as published in the “Blue Book”. John is National Safety Committee, he also represents Yachting always available to discuss any specific details or problems Australia at the Australian Search and Rescue Authority any member may have. Consultative Forum and represents Engineer’s Australia on I suppose the first thing we need to know is that nothing the Standards Australia Committee on PFD’s. In the past is ever set in stone and that changes will and do occur, he has represented YACT on the National Racing Rules when they do they are published on the Yachting Australia committee, National Training Committee and National Website, it always pays to check from time to time. Teams Racing Committee and is a former member of the YA Racing Rules and Appeals Committee. Though these do not come into force until 1 July 2009, it is expected clubs will bring the changes in for the start of John has been asked to write an article highlighting the next seasons winter series rather than having the change more critical changes to the YA Special Regulations as occurring part way through a series. they will apply from next year. It is important to note the article is general in nature, may contain errors and cannot There will likely be a further important change relating to cover all the fine detail, for exact detail you need to refer PFD requirements once the new Australian Standard is to the Special Regulations (SR’s) themselves as well as the published, hopefully in the not to distant future. This could appropriate State/Territory Legislation etc. There is no way well be at a cost to many owners depending on how State an article of this sort can cover of all the issues that may Governments handle the change and the lee-way, if any, arise or may be of interest to particular boat owners, for allowed for older and what will be inappropriate PFD’s. the detail as always you will need to refer to the specific The new standard will represent a considerable step up 10 • Sep-Oct Sep-Oct • 11 CYC Sailing News in safety and closely follows International developments. Local variations if approved by an MYA are still possible; There is a recent case in Ireland where a person wearing however, the considered legal view of lawyers on the an almost new inflatable PFD drowned in front of onlookers. committee is that approval of variations is unwise except in The PFD failed to inflate correctly and held the person face exceptional circumstances and with clear written approval down. Other changes will come about due to revised ISAF of the respective insurer and following appropriate written requirements and/or major safety issues that are identified legal advice. In other words it’s about ensuring a Race from time to time. Committee has covered its backside as penalties can be horrendous. The SR’s now more strongly emphasise the need to comply with SOLAS, USL and the variable State Maritime It has been clarified that YA issued interpretations do form Regulations, if more demanding they always take priority. part of the SR’s; it covers off a very technical legal point that some members of YA have tried to argue. The various State maritime bodies are clamping down on non-compliance with rules and in NSW at least one yacht The race Categories 1 to 4 have had the word Offshore has already been pinged for not having the approved added; A major rewriting of the categories section was navigation lights lit after sunset. This is a particular issue undertaken, including a new category for twilight races but for twilight races as sunset occurs at a predetermined this was pulled at the last minute, it will be subject to further time, nothing to do with how light or dark it is. See consideration over the next 4 years. www.ga.gov.au/geodesy/astro/sunrise.jspfor CYC you There is more information on Auditors and how they need our lat long 35°17’54.88 South 149°07’02.88 East. should be appointed and accredited and the power of The ACT Water Police in an article in the Canberra Times an Organising Authority to refuse entry with the ability recently commented on the need to comply when on to disqualify for non-compliance specifically spelt out. ACT Lakes. Refer to the Lakes Act as to what is required. Covers off another technical legal issue to ensure that a Basically for TS’s complying Nav lights and for other boats a Race Committee does clearly have the power to disqualify minimum of a torch. A point to note many of the portable for non-compliance and/or refuse an entry. It is hoped a battery operated emergency Nav Lights do not comply, formal YA training program for the various levels of Auditor they are for emergency use only, check when purchasing. will be developed. Another important issue for those members who sail on There has been an attempt made to clarify the requirements the coast is that NSW and QLD have already and Victoria relating to hatches, ports and companionway hatches. I will from 1 Nov 2008 started to apply the new 406 EPIRB am not sure what effect this will have or how good it is, but requirements, this is well before the SOLAS cut off date in it has brought into line the conflicting interpretations that February 2009. They are also requiring the registration sticker existed between States. It was also interesting to note that as supplied by AMSA to be attached to the EPIRB. Applies to at this year’s Sydney Boat show more cruising boats were those members who own a boat required to carry an EPIRB. now complying with at least part of the requirement as part This time the SR’s more strongly emphasise that the SR’s of the design of the boat. Only applies to Ocean races, override class rules where the class rules are of a lower but we have a number of members who regularly race standard, this is not a change but it has caused some category 4 and above. confusion in the past. There may be a couple of issues if TS’s wants to sail in the What I have tried to do is to pick up a few of the more Marley Point overnight race as a couple of the previous important issues relevant to a cross section of members. “R” recommendations have now been mandated for Category 5 races. The definition of Trailable Yacht has been simplified to only one type. “For the purpose of these regulations a Trailable Lifeline requirements, where fitted now apply to category Boat is a monohull, ballasted boat which can be transported 7 events, I think this could be a problem for some so please on the public road system on the same trailer used to launch check and if concerned you need to raise your concerns and retrieve it without the assistance of external equipment with your club so they can if thought fit to take it up with or detachment from the towing vehicle”. Gone is reference YACT for a review submission to be made to YA, however, to accommodation. Note: the definition does not include the balance of voting on the NSC is such that I think there Cats or Trailer Tri’s. They are special cases. It does not would be little likelihood of success. I couldn’t shift the differentiate “Sports Boats” they are either a trailable boat vote. under the definition or something else, most Sports Boats Disposable gas cooking canisters are now allowed with are in fact keel boats which are now up to quite large sizes, very specific storage requirements. This was a contentious some could even be “Off the Beach Boats”. issue due to corrosion concerns potentially leading to There are no longer any “R” requirements, some have been leakage of gas over time. If stored incorrectly they can fail incorporated, most have been deleted, however, there are very quickly in the Marine environment. still a couple of recommendations in the text, more as advice If you have multi array LED navigation lights, there is now no to ensure sailing committees have considered the issues need to carry a spare bulb. when preparing Notices of Race and Sailing Instructions.

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Petrol on board is always a problem and it is now When prescribed in the notice of race these regulations specifically prohibited from being carried below decks in may also be extended to and applied to small open a portable containers. While on about Petrol, there are ballasted boats and small trailable boats, [sizes as before considerable issues about petrol that contains ethanol up to Flying Fifteen and Hartley 16]. The new wording will in the Marine environment. If going to use it, check your make it easier for clubs to allow this variation in their notices system is suitable, there are currently some court cases of Race and Sailing Instructions. Applies from 1 July 2009 running in the USA where people used fuel that included but at least one MYA is allowing this from now. ethanol in systems that could not cope with it, the whole Emphasised these regulations override lesser standard class fuel system and engines had to be replaced. I doubt if this rules, this applies to all classes including ISAF classes. particular issue relating to dissolving fuel tanks applies in Aus for yachts but it may do and some manufacturers still As for Part 1 clearly gives Race Committee authority to say no ethanol in their outboards. refuse entry and or disqualify for non-compliance. This has not changed but is often overlooked by non Inflatable PFD’s have, been banned for boats sailing under Ocean Racing Clubs. For all category 1 to 7 events, sailing Part 2. This was as a result of real safety concerns. instructions are required to specify the radio channel used to monitor the race. There are still concerns about Trapeze harness release mechanisms but ISAF has had to go back to the drawing Fire extinguishers – a never ending saga, the Notice of board. Maybe the drowning in Greece was a one off Race may require a copy of the fire extinguisher inspection but there have been many reports of close calls. This will certificate to be provided, This stems from Government change but nobody knows when or how. requirements and is a pain in the backside, in some cases it may be cheaper to purchase a new extinguisher! Maybe It has been a good committee to work with over the last the CYC or YACT could organise an annual inspection day 7 years, good friendships made, certainly hard work with for members? the hundreds of emails that flow as ideas are debated, always a need to protect the little guy and the person on There are the usual changes to Medical Kits to keep them a shoestring from some of the excesses that are put forward up to date, does yours comply? by some States. Some members are expert at trying to slip in ever tighter and really unnecessary changes during debate There has been a marginal change to exempt open boats and a very watchful eye is always needed. Every little bit from carrying the RRS, do you carry yours? of tightening of the regulations can always be justified as EPIRB and PLB requirements have been amended to bring overcoming a safety concern but most are unnecessary for into line with AMSA recommendations. Some states are sensible people participating sensibly in a knowingly high risk more demanding. sport that needs to be kept open for all. There will always be cowboys that try to beat the rules for some personal Lifebuoys, Lifeslings and PFD’s - Completely reworded with challenge but my view has always been that is not the PFD’s reflecting ISO standards but will be reworded again reason for further tightening, if the current wording is leading once the proposed new AS standard is published. to a problem let’s clarify rather than place ever more onerous After much debate and considerable concern about and demanding requirements on boat owners. I think I have their reliability, inflatable PFD’s continue to be allowed been reasonably successful at achieving that over my time for Categories 1 to 7 (not allowed for Part 2). There is a on the committee, even if I did loose my cool a couple of requirement for checking and servicing for all categories times, but did win the points, it has been demanding, time (every year), but note some State Governments are more consuming and maybe it’s now time for somebody else specific on testing. Can be cheaper to buy a newone to take up the challenge. I still regard as a considerable than to get one professionally tested, but check its date success, even if small, getting a change to an ISAF rule as when purchased. a result of my concerns, although I think more could be done here as they also tend to be forever tightening a little A recommendation that all crews (Cats 1 to 7) should here and a little there. YA did briefly drop off the relevant practice safety routines. This is only a recommendation as ISAF committee due to cost concerns with almost disastrous there is no way of enforcing it, but it is sensible for an owner results, but the situation was recovered and we are once to ensure this is done. again represented. There is an ever present danger that Resistance to Capsize and Stability rules have had some sailing due to over regulation could become a sport for detailed changes after further input from Naval Architects. the rich who will be the only ones with sufficient money to continually meet ever demanding requirements, so this is Part 2: Off The Beach Boats one area where we need to be ever vigilant and make our contribution to ensure we keep it as sport open to all. YA Significant changes to simplify and better reflect current is currently reviewing the workings of the NSC so processes reasonable practice. Clarified applies to small Off the and procedures for the future could change. Beach and Small Open Ballasted Boats whilst racing, proceeding to and from the race course and while training, John Kennedy e.g. PFD’s need to be worn as you leave the beach. 23 September 2008

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From the Manager Start of the sailing season officiating in races, race training or while on the premises of an affiliated yacht club. The cover includes death and We have had our first race of the season and with over 55 disability compensation, non-Medicare medical expenses boats taking part, it was a great start to the season. The and, for income earners, an accident weekly benefit. vibe around the club is fantastic with lots of new boats from Magic 25’s to Tasars getting onto the race course Yaffa Publishing is the proud publisher of Australian Yachting, for the first time. I’m sure will be one of the most successful Australian Sailing and Cruising Helmsman magazines. seasons we have had for a while. Silver and Youth Cardholders can take advantage of a 40% discount on yearly subscriptions. Simply call 1800 807 Regattas coming up 760 (during business hours) or email [email protected] We have a number of regattas coming up on the om.au and quote the code/s listed below. calendar, the Capital Insurance Brokers ACT Sprint Series will Australian Yachting: 1 year/12 issues normally $82.50 be a great Saturday of four fast races in one afternoon for Member's price $49.50 - SAVE $33 (Quote: AS/YAYA) dinghies. The regatta on the 18th October will have two general divisions for all types of dinghies and Divisions for Australian Sailing: 1 year/12 issues normally $77.00 the Tasar, FF15, Spirals, Flying Dutchman’s, and Sharpies. Member's price $46.20 - SAVE $30.80 (Quote:AS/ASYA) We thank Ian Ruff for the support for this new regatta in the schedule and hope it will be successful. So drag the Cruising Helmsman: 1 year/12 issues normally $82.50 dinghy out of the shed for this great regatta. Member's price $49.50 - SAVE $33.00 (Quote: AS/CHYA) On the 8th November the CYC will host the ACT Youth SailSchool Championships. This is a very important regatta for our The School is up and running with two new overseas growing youth program and will also be the first regatta instructors coming to work with us again this season. We that many of these young sailors from our Youth Sailing have purchased, with the help of the Southern Cross Club Academy will have taken part in. another four Optimists dinghies for our growing Youth For these regattas we will need volunteers for on and off Race Squad team. We are also delighted to have signed water activities, if you have some spare time please put your Debra Nowell’s Over the Moon Promotions as a sponsor to name down on the volunteer list outside Carolin’s office. the Youth Racing Squad, Debra has outfitted the entire squad and the Youth Sailing Academy with fantastic Boat parking and membership uniforms and sailing clothing, you wont miss them on the water!!!!!! We have been very busy in the office having to process a huge amount of renewals for the 2008–09 season. We are also very proud to bring Malcolm Page the Gold I always get asked by some members “what do I get for medal 470 sailor from China to a fundraising dinner on the my membership” other thank enjoying the great facilities 20th October at the CSCC in Woden (where we have our and sailing at the CYC, as part of your Yachting Australia CYC presentation each year). membership these benefits are available to you : This will be a great night to support your Youth Race Hertz Car Rentals offers Yachting Australia members Squad travelling fund and to hear Malcolm’s journey special rates and benefits. to the highest level of sailing and the behind the scenes of the Olympic Games. We are very happy to have The Personal Accident Insurance Policy provides benefits WalterTurnbull once again sponsoring the night, tickets when an insured Silver and Youth Cardholder (aged 5 are available on the CYC web site. to 85 years) is injured as a result of their participation in a yachting activity. This Policy covers Silver and Youth Happy sailing Cardholders while sailing, cruising, participating and Cheers Matt

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Graham Giles handing Gerard Buker with his trophy

Opening of the Boat Shop

Opening of the Boat Shop Opening of the Boat Shop

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