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Transition commencement
Due to the commencement of refurbishment of furniture, reframing of pictures and the general transition of memorabilia, the clubhouse will not be looking up to scratch over the next 6 week period. We apologise for the inconvenience and look forward to seeing it all in the new clubhouse.… More
2009 ISAF WORLD CUP - Sail Melbourne
Invitation for Race Management Volunteer Following the success of last years’ inaugural ISAF World Sailing Cup, Sandringham Yacht Club is excited to the host for the 1st leg of the ISAF World Sailing Cup for the next 3 years. Once again the 2009 regatta will be held in the December timeslot to… More
VICTORIAN YOUTH, WOMAN AND OPEN MATCH RACING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Organising Authority is Sandringham Yacht Club In conjunction with Yachting Victoria Yachting Victoria Inc. Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June 2009 Click here for NOR… More
Boat Profile: Pippa
Pippa Sm 303 “the little red boat” Owners: Jeffrey & Gai Woolhouse Regular Crew: Gai Woolhouse, Bob Crozier and John Snare Boat type: Triton LOA 24ft 7.54m LWL 6.48 Beam 2.67 Draft 1.45 Weight 1.954 tonnes Main Sail141sq.ft No1 218 ft Spinnaker 460 sq.ft Built in 1973 by Triton Boat… More
Boat Profile : Rhiannon
Boat Owner: Lowa PaszkoSm3929 started life in 1984 as Swagman, a Jarkan 925 designed by John King and built by Jarkan Yachts, owned by Kanga Birtles in Nowra NSW. It is a 30ft (9.25m long) masthead sloop weighing 4.2tons, first in a line of 14 built. After these 14 were built, the length was… More
BBG Closure ~ this Sunday 31st May
Please note; the beginning of the transition process into the new Clubhouse, will begin with the closure of the Breakwater Bar and Grill as of this Sunday, the 31st May. A short menu will be available on Saturday evening and a casual menu will accompany the Jazz afternoon on Sunday. All other food… More
Club Marine Range Series and Association Cup, presentation night 29th May
Club Marine Range Series and Association Cup Awards Night. Three course sit down meal with drinks at bar prices. Limited places, so book early. Please click here to view inviteThere will be an open forum session for you to express your views on the format and operation of these… More
MEMBERS' NIGHT @ AVENUE Q
From Broadway to the West End & the West End to Melbourne... the wait is over! AVENUE Q fans can rejoice that the Tony Award Best Musical winner will finally be enjoyed in Australia. Performed by a weird & wonderful mix of humans and puppets (operated by the actors on stage), the show is… More
Member get Member promotion ~ Win 2 tickets to the Aegean Rally
2009 Member Get Member Promotion – Win 2 Tickets to the Aegean Rally in 2010 (valued at $15,000)As an SYC member if you propose or second a new member to the Club from now until 2nd October, 2009, you will be entered into the draw to win the grand prize of two tickets to the… More
Postponement of SYC day
Due to the close proximity of two major Member events, these being the Official Opening of the Clubhouse on the 3rd October (Opening Day) and the celebrations that will occur when the Clubhouse becomes operationally functional, it has been agreed to defer SYC Day from the 10th May 2009 to a date… More
FROM THE COMMODORE
Many members are asking me when we might be expecting to get into the new building, so I thought it worth penning a note of the situation as we see it at the moment. Needless to say, this can only be regarded as a ‘best guess’ at this stage. Our building contractor, Kane Constructions,… More
Welcome to 34 new members
There were 34 potential members coming before the new members’ panel on Monday 27 April. The evening followed the usual format with the panel of Phil Burn, Chris Waters, Peter Turrell, Rob Davis and Robyn Coombs giving an outline of the activities of the club and an update on our beautiful new… More
J24 Victorian State Championships 18th & 19th April 2009
The 2009 Victorian State Championships were held this past weekend (18th & 19th April) at Sandringham Yacht Club, in typically light Melbourne autumn weather. Breezes of less of than 10 knots made for challenging, but close racing. In fact the racing was so close that the regatta… More
Boat profile: FUN and GAMES
Boat Profile: FUN & GAMES Boat Owner: Alan Edwards Long Time Crew: Shane Cowie Greg Wootten Russ Enticott Sarah Ross As skipper I began sailing about 30 years ago. I bought my first yacht a Noelex 25 “Air Supply” in 1985. It was followed five years later by a Beneteau 32.7 called… More
Power Equipment
“Last Blast” was held last Thursday seeing the conclusion of another Twilight racing season. Many thanks are to be passed on to the naming rights sponsor of the 2008-09 Twilight Race Series ~ Power Equipment, showcasing their Yanmar Engine and Gori Propeller brands. Yanmar, has achieved… More
Carparking at SYC 2007 - 2009 (during construction)
Carparking at SYC 2007 / 2009 (during construction)Please click here to view the leaflet that describes the carparking options during the construction for the new SYC Clubhouse To view a map of local car parks please click here. Car Parking Options for non rate paying members Members who… More
QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY HOLIDAY
SYC trading hours for the Queen's Birthday Long Weekend are as follows: Friday 5th June ~ trading hours as normal Saturday 6th June ~ trading hours as normal Sunday 7th June ~ trading hours as normal Monday 9th June ~ as below Reception Closed … More
Notice From the Waterfront Office
Attention all Keelboat, OTB & Rec Boat Owners All members who have a boat berthed or on hardstand storage; please forward a copy of your insurance certificate to Paul Gascoigne in the SYC office, no later than Wednesday 1st April 2009. … More
Boat profile: WAVELENGTH
Boat Profile: WAVELENGTH Boat Owner: Brendan Kruger Regular crew: Mal Brown Dick Summerfield Carol Drysdale Al Page Colin Thompson Wavelength is a 25 year old Farr 1020 that has been owned by Brendan since 2004. Like most Farr 1020’s of this age it is a fiberglass sandwich and weighs in around… More
Final Wednesday Night OTB Twilight Racing for the Season
Last night saw the final Wednesday night OTB twilight racing for the season conducted just off the SYC breakwater. A good mixed fleet comprising International Cadets, 420s and a lone 29er faced the starter for a short and very shifty two-lap windward leeward race. The night’s RO, Phil Strong… More
VICTORIAN NOTICES TO MARINERS
The following Notice to Mariners is published for general information. MELBOURNE 19 March 2009 AUSTRALIA – VICTORIA No. 040(P) ‐ 09 PORT PHILLIP PORT PHILLIP HEADS AND SOUTH CHANNEL NEW SECTOR LIGHTS – TO BE ESTABLISHED Date: On or about 23 March 2009 Details: Mariners are… More
Advance Orders for the 2009/10 Entertainment Book now being taken
Support SYC Social events and purchase a 2009 / 2010 Entertainment Book filled with the best in dining, hotel accommodation, theatres, sports and much more...all with 25% to 50% off or two-for-one offers. 20%* of the sale of each Entertainment Book is raised for SYC Social Activities. *includes GST.… More
Boat profile - Saga Blue
Boat Profile: SAGA BLUE Owner: John Willett Located: C West 139 SAGA BLUE is a Back Cove 29 Hardtop which was delivered to John in 2008. She is a beautiful looking boat and it is well worth a visit to C WEST 139 to look at her traditional lines and wide walk around decks. Her beauty is more than… More
NOTICE - WARNING
Dredging has commenced outside the Breakwater, and will continue for the next month. The dredging pipeline (submerged) extends from a BARGE to the Breakwater, marked by white buoys and a large yellow marker. Boats are advised to avoid travelling through this area between the Barge and the… More
Yachting Australia looks at improving service for IRC owners
Yachting Australia is reviewing the administration of IRC in Australia with a view to streamlining and improving the service offered to IRC Owners. Yachting Australia is now seeking feedback from measurers, IRC owners, yacht clubs and the general membership on the draft proposals.Yachting… More
Sail Boat Show 2009
Sandringham Yacht Club (SYC) is pleased to announce that the annual Melbourne Club Marine Sail Boat Show returns on the weekend of 14-15 November 2009 at the Club’s brand new premises. Melbourne’s only dedicated sail boat show, and considered one of the best boutique sail-only shows in… More
Member profile - Gogs Manning
SYC Member Profile: Gogs Manning Gogs needs little introduction to SYC members – he has been a vital club member since 1960. He started sailing however in Western Australia at the Royal Freshwater Bay Yacht Club when he was 8 on his father’s 30’ yacht called ‘Scud’., He… More
SYC Race Day Weather Hotline
SYC is trialing a new “race day information service” (when the weather looks borderline). Typically if the weather and or the weather forecast are looking ominous, the switchboard gets pretty busy. As you are aware the decision to postpone or abandon racing remains with the… More
Notice to Members and Guests
Temporary Closure of the Breakwater Bar & Grill Please be advised that the Breakwater Bar & Grill will be closed from Wednesday February 4th and will re-open on Wednesday March 25th.During this time the club is assembling a new look kitchen team with our two terrific apprentices Elly and… More
Analogue 121.5 MHz beacons will no longer be detected by satellite from 1 February 2009
Analogue 121.5 MHz beacons will no longer be detected by satellite from 1 February 2009. The internationally owned satellites will be switched off and the Australian Maritime Safety Authority that coordinates all aviation and maritime search and rescue across Australia’s 53 million square… More
Boat profile - Stitched up
Boat Profile; STITCHED UP Boat Owner; Peter Jackson Regular Crew; Ray Veal, Sam Pavic, Andrew White, Melinda Jackson, Col Spender and Tim Seow Boat Type; Beneteau First 34.7 Peter has owned STITCHED UP since it was launched in 2006 – but like many sailors it is not his first boat. Peter… More
SYC'S WINNERS AT SKANDIA GEELONG WEEK
Congratulations to the following SYC winners from this year's Skandia Geelong Week: AUDI SERIES: DIVISION 1 AMS: Isuzu Marine Jock Macadie DIVISION 1 EHC (YV): Goldfinger Peter Blake/Kate Mitchell DIVISION 3 EHC (YV): Stitched Up Peter Jackson PERFORMANCE RACING: Rhiannon… More
Boat Profile: RED WILLIAM
Boat Profile: RED WILLIAM Sm 226 Boat Owner: Graeme Amos (Chucky) Crew: Kylie, Jo Loenen, Kadria Kuu Red William is an S & S 34 which was built in Swarbrick W.A. in 1978/79. Chucky has owned the boat for the last 5 years but it has sailed on Port Philip Bay from Royals and Brighton Yacht Clubs… More
Boat Profile - INTRUSION -- 2009 S80 State Champion
Boat Profile: INTRUSION Sm 288 Boat Owner: Luke Reinehr Boat Type: S 80 Regular Crew: Michael Keusgen Cameron Way Mike Reinehr … More
Media Release: Macquarie Innovation World Speed Record Claim
New World Record for Australia The Macquarie Speed Sailing Team announced today (19/12/08) that it was seeking ratification of a new World Sailing Speed Record **, thereby claiming the title of the world’s fastest sailing boat. In only 17 knot winds, their Lindsay Cunningham designed… More
Christmas Racing - SYC wrap up
CHRSTMAS RACING: THE SYC WRAP A year of highs and lows for the SYC fleet in this year's Christmas racing.... on the plus side we saw: - Alan Whiteley's Cougar II placed 2nd on IRC (overall and Div 1) by less than 30 mins in the Rolex Sydney - Hobart; - Jock MacAdie's Isuzu Marine took out the AMS… More
Congratulations Cougar II
SYC would like to congratulate Cougar II in their remarkable 2nd place in the IRC Division 1 in the 26th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race.Since arriving from the USA 16 months ago, Cougar II has enjoyed a successful season with podium finishes in nearly every Victoria regatta and most recently taking… More
Sadly Georgia has retired at Sea
Georgia struck an unidentified object around 9pm on Friday night south-east of Point Perpendicular, suffering rudder damage and taking on water. After safely reaching Batemans Bay following the rescue of the 14 crew on Georgia and subsequent confirmation that the yacht had sunk, Graeme Ainley… More
Boat Profile : MALAHINI DS 320
Boat Profile : MALAHINI DS 320 Owners: Mike and Di Stahmer Regular Crew: Phil Kaufman Boat Type: Masters 34 Flybridge Cruiser Power: Perkins T6354M Diesal Mike and Di have had MALAHINI at SYC since 2001 and while she is very much part of the scenery here, she is more famous as the first Moreton Bay… More
New Food and Beverage Trading Hours & Nightly Specials
Dinner is now served in the Members' Bar Wednesday to Saturday nights with a combo offer available every night. New Members’ bar kitchen trading hours Tuesdays: 12.00pm - 2.00pm … More
SYC Christmas Trading Hours
The SYC Christmas Trading Hours are as follows: **Please note; closing times in the food and beverage outlets are a guide and will be judged on patronage of the areas. Date Members' Bar BBG KKC Reception … More
Bavaria International Match Racing Regatta
One thousand kilometres, five kilos, and twelve hours... we had a very long way to go and this was the night before the regatta. Drastic measures had to be taken. The sauna was the next stop. First we will take you back a couple of weeks. Leading up to the regatta we attempted to get in as much time… More
Boat profile - Chequemate
Boat Profile: CHEQUEMATE Sm 3540 Owners: Ian and Margaret Whitbread Regular crew: David Kerr, Bruno Signorelli, Rick Thiele, Andrew Whitbread, Allen Page, Charlie Amos Boat Type; Peter Cole designed Bounty 35 Advertised in the early 80’s as the ‘Greyhound of the Seas” –… More
Dredging Update at SYC
Since the marina was built in 1993, and the completion of the travel lift pond as part of FMP1, the constant wave and current action has brought in a large quantity of sediment sands into the area. The major sand drift is from the south, from the Black Rock beaches area along the breakwater with the… More
Race Report - Range 3
RACE REPORT: RANGE #3. The Club Marine Range Series fleet was met with shifty conditions last weekend. The Div 0 fleet set off in their morning race in light-moderate conditions, with the new Living Doll from RYCV leaping out of the blocks to score their first IRC win of the series, from SYC's Audi… More
boat profile - Barnstormer
Boat Profile: BARNSTORMER Sm 424 Owner: Brian Barnes Crew: Jill Burgess Jeff Sloane Arthur Bertram Craig Beaver Mike Smith Alan Lobley Andreas Piefke David Lewis Chris Hunting Jodie Richardson Brad Denyer Andrew Belbin Ted Merry Ann Hunting Judy and Frank Maloney Boat Type: Bavaria Match 42 What… More
boat profile - Bacardi
Boat profile: BARCARDI Sm377 Owner: Martin Power Regular Crew: Lorraine Forkes Maree Beddoes Ted Silbereisen Tim Crispin David Kennedy Mara Beddoes Graeme Mathews Bruce Leighton Boat type: Peterson 44 Bacardi needs little introduction – she will be 30 years old in December and has been at the… More
SYC Youth Match Racing Team
The SYC Youth Match Racing Team of Adam Evans, Andy Hunting, Kaz Theodore and Cam Dale started there Bavaria International campaign well in Sydney yesterday. The Sandringham Team defeated two of the top three ranked teams in the first rounds on their way to a 5-3 win loss ratio. This is a great… More
Boat profile : Carbine
Boat Profile: Carbine Sm 8521 Boat Owners: Ray Tebbutt Noel Fyfe Jillian Marshall Regular Crew: Richard Watkin Jon Gill Brad Lowe John Wager Boat Type: Young 88 Carbine was built in 1999 in New Zealand and was bought by Ray, Noel and Jillian in Dec 2007. The three shipped her from New Zealand to SYC… More
boat profile; Klinger
BOAT PROFILE: KLINGER SM 2070 Boat Owner: Peter Bolton Regular Crew: Ted Kaine Bob Jeavons Boat Type: Farr 27 The crew of KLINGER really is a remarkable group. They have been sailing together since 1957. All are now in their eighties and still sail Wednesday Wonders races and the occasional Sunday… More
Race report - Range #2
RACE REPORT: SYC BOATS STRONG IN RANGE #2 SYC boats continued strong form in the 2nd heat of the Club Marine Range Series on the weekend. The fleet faced challenging conditions with the West-South-Westerly breeze varying between 15kn and 25kn, with a squirt of over 30kn coming through late in the… More
boat profile - bad habits
BAD HABITS G20 Owner Jan Schmoeger Boat type Gilcraft 20 Bad Habits is such a great name for a yacht!! Jan has had BAD HABITS (the boat – not sure about the habits!) at Sandy for the last 6 years. You can’t miss her as you walk towards the marina gate – she… More
Melbourne -Stanley Race Report
RACE REPORT: MELBOURNE - STANLEY 8 boats from SYC participated in the ORCV Melbourne-Stanley race over Melbourne Cup Weekend, with SYC's WILD SIDE (Martin Vaughan's Sydney 36) having a fantastic race, winning Performance Handicap, 2nd on IRC and 3rd on AMS. Rob Sill on INSX also had a good race,… More
Club reacted well to emergency
This is a personal account from Chris Waters of last Saturday afternoon on the marina. Kass Goddard thanks all who were there, those who helped and those who patiently waited while Ian was helped. On Saturday 25th October SYC had a great day of racing. We , in Bali Dancer,… More
boat profile - Flight Sm747
FLIGHT SM 747 Owner Paul Mentiplay Regular crew Colin Mews Tim Holden Mark O’Connor Kate Savage Ken and Keith Boat Type UFO 34 Flight is a 30 year old UFO constructed of GPR. The design of FLIGHT has been based on the successful ½ tonner in the Solent from the mid 70’s called… More
SYC WINS Victory Cup!
SYC won the Annual Inter Yacht Club golf event for the first time for many years...possible 15!In a closely fought contest at the Spring Valley Golf Club, SYC won by one point over the holder, Mornington with RBYC third.SYC Rear Commodore, Chris Carlile was the individual winner with a stapleford… More
Welcome to new members
Welcome to the 26 new club members who met the Selection Sub-committee on Monday night. Chris Carlile, Chris Waters, Peter Turrell and Steve Aulich spoke about the advantages of being a member of SYC and then it was the turn of the applicants to say a bit about themselves. There is some good … More
Aggregate # 2
Saturday 25 October was the 2nd aggregate race for the summer season and there were four trophies up for grabs. The conditions were great … warm wind and flat waters …it was so nice to be sailing in T shirts in October!! Division 0 was the inaugural Past Commodores Trophy donated by… More
Boat profile: CARRERA ~ SM 911
Owners; Geoff Simpson, Michael Quinn and Ron Stride Regular Crew: Bruce Edmond, Don McDonald, Barrie Jeffreson, Robert Hornibrook, Bill Cass and Graeme Thomson Boat Type; Elan 37 Geoff Michael and Ron have owned Carrera since 2006. She was built in Slovenia in 2004 and was used as a demonstration… More
OPENING DAY 2008 PHOTO GALLERY
To view a collection of photos taken on Opening Day, please click here.… More
Saturday's AD McKenzie and Southport Trophies
Last Saturday saw the running of the AD McKenzie and Southport Trophies for Keelboats at SYC. The AD McKenzie trophies were named in memory of A D McKenzie who was Commodore from 1947 – 1957. He was the son of the late Duncan McKenzie the first Commodore of SYC (1911, 1912, 1913).… More
Warning - Dredging at the Western Entrance of the Marina
Warning - Dredging has commenced at the western entry to the marina, and will continue for the next month. The dredging pipeline extends from the Dredge to the breakwater - boats are advised to keep clear of the area between the Dredge and the breakwater, and enter/exit the marina to the east… More
“On The Water” - Art Exhibition
“On The Water” - Art Exhibition Friday 17th – Sunday 19th October Quarterdeck, Sandringham Yacht Club Free Entry, all welcome Sandringham Yacht Club is presenting a colourful and exciting art exhibition. The works depict most aspects of water activitiy, from Wildlife, Boats and… More
Victorian Notices To Mariners
VICTORIAN NOTICES TO MARINERS MELBOURNE 14 October 2008 AUSTRALIA – VICTORIA No. 125 ‐ 08PORT OF MELBOURNEPORT MELBOURNE CHANNELLATERAL MARK BEACONS No. 2, 4 & 5 ESTABLISHED Date: With immediate effect. Former notice: 120(P)/08 refers and is hereby superseded. Further… More
2008 Wednesday Wonders Pie Night
The 2008 Pie night for Wednesday Wonders celebrated the end of the winter season on Friday 10 October.As usual it was a great night with over 100 people sampling a cross section of pies and dancing to some fabulous music. Stars of the night included the crew from MAGIC who won the winter series.… More
Bruce Eddington finishes 10th in Mumm 30 Worlds
SYC's immediate past Commodore Bruce Eddington has finished 10th at the Mumm 30 World Championships in Newport, Rhode Island USA. Bruce and his crew on Southern Star put together a good series against top crews from around the world. Despite suffering a whack on the head on Day 2 that required a… More
Sail Past Instructions for SYC Opening Day 2008
Dear Skippers, For safe and orderly procession; please be advised of the Sail Past Instructions below to indicate your marshalling area for Opening Day commencing at 1430hrs. SAIL-PAST INSTRUCTIONS 2008 Flags to be flown from the Start Tower Red South Wind. The marshalling area is to seaward of the… More
Clipper Round the World Recruitment Tour
An information session will be held in the Olympic Room on Wednesday 1st October at 7:00pm for those interested in participating in or getting more information on the Clipper Round the World Race which starts 13th September 2009. To view the event flyer please click here. Or for more information,… More
Working Bee 2008 ~ Put your hand up and help clean SYC
Don't forget that this Sunday (28th September) is the annual Club Clean Up Day. Put your hand up and help clean SYC!Volunteers are needed to take part in our annual clean up of the yard and Club grounds. Refreshments and BBQ are organised for lunch for those who have participated. No need to RSVP,… More
DATE AMENDED AMS & IRC WEIGHING DAY
*Date amendment* The next Yachting Victoria boat weighing day is to be held on Saturday, 27th September 2008 at Sandringham Yacht Club. The weighing fee will be $130 per boat inc GST. This is the most cost effective means for weighing your boat. … More
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Is being held this evening Tuesday 16th September 2008 at 20:00hrs in the Quarterdeck , Sandringham Yacht Club.… More
Meet the Olympic Medallists!
Come along to SYC on Tuesday 16th September to meet the Olympic Sailing Medallists and hear their stories! Elise Rechichi, Tessa Parkinson (470 Gold Medallists), Nathan Wilmot and Malcolm Page (470 Gold Medallists), and Glenn Ashby (Tornado Silver Medallist) will be in attendance. 3:30pm –… More
2007/08 Annual Report
The 2007/08 Annual Report can now be viewed and downloaded from the Members' Area on the website. Please click here to be taken to login page.… More
Interruption to SYC Electrical Power supply
The second of the two planned electricity outages that will affect SYC will occur this Friday the 29th August. The power outage will occur between the hours of 7.00am and 5.00pm, the Club will be without power. This will impact on all areas of Club operation namely; the Clubhouse… More
DREDGING OF SANDRINGHAM HARBOUR & ENTRANCE
Melbourne, 15 August 2008 Australia - Victoria No. 102T - 2008 PORT PHILLIP Please click here for Notice to Mariners published for general information.… More
Melbourne secures another major sporting event
THE INTERNATIONAL Sailing Federation has announced it will stage an inaugural ISAF Sailing World Cup series – its first port of call, the prestigious Sail Melbourne Regatta in December this year. International and Olympic sailors from all over the world will converge on Melbourne for the first… More
Victorian Match Racing Championships at SYC 2nd & 10th August
2008 Match Racing Championships NOR click here… More
Update from Krystal Weir
Hi All, The Team is currently over in China at our last training camp which goes for three weeks before the Games. Not sure if you have all read about the Weed problems however you can see the weeds in the picture with this artilce. On the 13th June we had the… More
Report from David Suda and team, competing in the J24 Worlds in Sardinia Italy
12th June 2008 Report from David Suda and team, competing in the J24 Worlds in Sardinia Italy. We are having a great time over here competing in the j24 world championships, hosted by Italy and held in the crystal blue waters of Sardinia. The large fleet of 77 boats is extremely competitive and a… More
BOAT CLASSIFIEDS FOR MEMBERS
SYC Members can post their boats for sale on our new Boat For Sale Classifieds section of the website (Free of Charge) To list your boat, email Eloise To view current listings click here… More
SYC Day was a great success!
All who volunteered, participated or attended SYC Day would have to agree that it was a great success! Special thanks must be given to Ian Whitbread and his team for the huge efforts that they put into the day. To view photos from the day please click here.… More
J24 State Titles
To view a report on the J24 State Titles, run in conjunction with One Design & Class Keelboat regatta held on the 19th & 20th April please click here… More
START TIME FOR LE CASCADEUR TROPHY APRIL 27th
Please note that the start time for the SYC 2-handed race - the Le Cascadeur Trophy - on Sunday April 27th is 2:00pm, and not 10:30am as it appears in the SYC Members Handbook. The Entry form can be found at the following link:… More
Wednesday Wonders Winter series documents
To view the Notice to Competitors please click here and to view the NOR for the Wednesday Wonders winter Series please click here.… More
SYC 2007/8 Summer Series Champions
SYC 2007/8 Summer Series Champions Saturday 12th April was the final day on the SYC summer series calendar, with the final 2 aggregate races scheduled running back-to-back. The weather provided ideal conditions to participants, with a shifty 10-15kn Westerly that kept all tacticians busy as it died… More
SYC Member Benefits Scheme
Enjoy the added value of participating in the SYC Member Benefits Scheme. As an SYC Member show your membership card (issued upon subs renewals from April 2008) to a range of scheme partners and receive a range of member only benefits including discounts, special offers and rebates. As a financial… More
Intrusion wins Div 3 Club Marine Range Series
Intrusion sailed back in to contention for this summer’s Club Marine Range Series Division Three title after a stirring win in heat 6 on Port Phillip last Saturday. To view the press release please click here.… More
EOI for the Association Cup
SYC invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the Association Cup from Club yachts in the peak inter Club event of the sailing calendar. The Association Cup will be held on the weekend 3rd and 4th May. All EOI's must be submitted by the 11th April. For further information please… More
Ridgways have victory at Tasar states
Paul and Bronwyn Ridgway (SYC) broke their unlucky streak with two convincing wins to clean up the Ronstan Victorian State Championships held at McCrae Yacht Club on Port Phillip Bay. Current National Champions Craig McPhee and Gill Berry (welcome visitors) came in second with Derick and Gwen Warne… More
Road Closures 16th March 08
Road Closures on Sunday 16th March due to the ORBEA Tri Series Challenge. This will mean that Beach Road will be closed from 6:30am - 10:15am. The closure will begin at the corner of Beach Road and Dendy Street to Beach Road and Balcombe Road. No access to Beach Road, from… More
Visitor access to RGYC during labour day weekend
Please note the visitor arrangements at Royal Geelong Yacht Club for the Labour Day Long Weekend. Casual or Visitor berthing will be limited over the weekend as we are hosting the 2008 Whyte, Just and Moore Wooden Boat Festival and the 2008 Victorian Etchell State Championships .… More
Only 5 boats left for this exciting event!
There are now only 5 spots left for the night out with your fellow club members to the Anchorage Restaurant at Williamstown. Watch the city lights come alive as this is the last Sat before daylight saving finishes. Get to know a few more of your Sandy members and be able to kick on… More
Boating Vic Easter Cruise to Geelong
Following the success of this event last Easter, motor cruisers from all clubs are invited to join the 2008 Easter Cruise weekend at Geelong, with berths at RGYC and local activities including a BYO barbeque, dinner with live band, and winery tour. For further information please click here.… More
Update from Max and Sam
What a massive summer it has been for us! Since Max’s last Year 12 exam we have sailed five major regattas against arguably the best sailors in the world. We have been very lucky with the 470 World Championships coming to Melbourne the year before the Olympics. To view the rest of the… More
Krystal Weir and team win Silver medal in Yngling World Champs
Hi guys! 28 boats competed over six days to decide the Yngling Women’s World Champion, at the last World Championship before the Olympics this August. We, the Audi / Hamilton Island Australian Team, had a solid start in fairly strong wind, and backed this up with consistent placings on the… More
Cougar takes line and handicap honours
Cougar has taken out the line and handicap honours in the Club Marine Range Series. To view the article in Sail world please click here.… More
The first Recreational Boating speaker for 2008
The first Recreational Boating Guest Speaker night is being held on Wednesday 13th February. SYC members Ian & Chris Mellet will be talking about cruising in the Darwin-Bali-Langkawi, Sail Malaysia 2007 Yacht Rally on their 48' Buizen. Come and listen to their amazing… More
