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Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta
12th June 2008
To view photos of the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta which was held on the Queen's Birthday weekend 7th -9th June please click here. The photos show SYC Louisco Erin Foster and crew 2nd PHD SYC Hyperactive Kirsty Harris and crew 2nd PHD. Photos taken by Steb Fisher of Steb… More
Keelboat Forum 19th June
10th June 2008
All welcome to attend an open forum to discuss new ideas for 2008-09 Summer Keelboat Sailing programme for more details … More
SYC presentation night images
6th June 2008
To view the photos taken at SYC Presentation night please click here.… More
SYCBA courses book now and update your skills!
6th June 2008
Following are the SYCBA courses that are being run in the near future! Winter is always a great time to update your skills and the holiday programs are a brilliant way to entertain the kids during school holidays! For further information or to book into any of the below courses click on the… More
SYC boat Delphian wins Dent to Dunk rally
4th June 2008
SYC cruising yacht, Delphian has won the 2008 ‘Dent to Dunk’ Rally. Forty five boats set off from Airlie Beach on Saturday 17th May for the Dent to Dunk with overnight anchorages at some of Australia’s most beautiful locations. The ten day rally featured wonderful day sails on… More
BOAT CLASSIFIEDS FOR MEMBERS
15th May 2008
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 Liz emccormack@syc.com.au To view current listings click here....http://www.syc.com.au/boatsforsale … More
SYC Day was a great success!
12th May 2008
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
23rd April 2008
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
Syd 38 State Titles
23rd April 2008
To view a report on the Sydney 38 State Titles please click here… More
SAIL PRESENTATION NIGHT
23rd April 2008
Bookings now being accepted for Sail Presentaion Night 23rd May click here for booking form… More
START TIME FOR LE CASCADEUR TROPHY APRIL 27th
21st April 2008
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
15th April 2008
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
14th April 2008
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
Joel Aulich and Jack Furey have success!
11th April 2008
SYC members Joel Aulich Jack Furey competed in the Yachting Victoria 2008 Youth & Junior Championships at Chelsea Yacht Club last weekend. They raced their International Cadet “Odyssey” in Division 4, the Junior 2-Hander division and won their event comfortably. Six races were sailed… More
Powerboat evening to Anchorage Restaurant
10th April 2008
The Powerboat Sub committee night out at the Anchorage Restaurant. 5th April. A total of 16 boats ventured over to The Anchorage marina during the late Saturday afternoon with sea breezes. The harbormaster had allocated pens for all the big Riviera’s and other powerboats as well as two larger… More
SYC Member Benefits Scheme
5th April 2008
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
4th April 2008
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
20th March 2008
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
International Cadet State Championship Results
14th March 2008
The State Championships were held at Sandringham Yacht Club on 8th, 9th & 10th of March 2008. There were 32 boats competing from 4 clubs around the state as well as two boats from Tasmania. Day 1 - the conditions were quite light with a 5-8 knots breeze completing the 2 afternoon scheduled… More
Ridgways have victory at Tasar states
12th March 2008
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
SYC Optis perform well at State Champs
7th March 2008
SYC boats who participated in the Int. Optimists State Championships held at Mornington Yacht Club last weekend performed extremely well. To view the report please click here.… More
Road Closures 16th March 08
7th March 2008
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
4th March 2008
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!
4th March 2008
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
26th February 2008
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
18th February 2008
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
18th February 2008
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
14th February 2008
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
13th February 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
SYC's 70's & 80's night
13th February 2008
Dust off those platform shoes, get out your flares, body shirts and afros and disco the night away at the SYC 70's & 80's night in the Quarterdeck! Friday 22nd February 2008 - 7.30pm $20per person - Includes Special Guest DJ Entertainment & nibbles! Drinks at bar prices! Prizes for best… More
AGGREGATE # 9 FEB 16TH
5th February 2008
Omission of start time in 2007-2008 Sailing season program book -AGGREGATE #9 Saturday 16th February start time 1400… More
Skandia Results
1st February 2008
Well done to all of the SYC boats that competed in Skandia race week. Following are the results; DIV 1 ~ AMS 1ST ISUZU MARINE JOCK MACDIE ~ EHC 2ND ISUZU MARINE JOCK MACADIE ~ IRC 2ND COUGAR 11 ALAN WHITELEY DIV 2 ~ AMS 1ST HORIZON SPIRIT FRANK HAMMOND ~ EHC 2ND SMOOTH CRIMINAL DON &… More
James Craig Sail Day CANCELLED
31st January 2008
The James Craig Sail Day has been cancelled due to it braking one of two main engine gear boxes on the trip down from Sydney. Despite the very best efforts from a lot of people the repairs are going to take two weeks. Most of the parts have to come from various parts of the world, as the ship weighs… More
Krystal Weir is going to the Olympics!
29th January 2008
To view the latest update from Krystal Weir please read the following;Hi Everyone, “The size of your success is measured by the strength of your desire; the size of your dream and how you handle disappointment along the way” In October I received the disappointing news that I had not… More
Club trading hours Australia Day
26th January 2008
This year, Australia Day falls on a Saturday with the holiday Monday. Following are the Club's hours of operation: Saturday 26th - as normal Sunday 27th - as normal Monday 28th - Club house & Members' Bar open from 12 Noon - 8:00pm*. No food service available. (*hours of operation depending on… More
Report on the 2008 Aust and Open Int. Opti Champs
22nd January 2008
To view the report on the 2008 Australian & Open Int.Optimist Dinghy Championship held at Frankston Yacht Club between the 6th and 11th January please click here.… More
New time restriction on BCC parks
21st January 2008
Please be aware; Bayside City Council have introduced a two hour time restriction as of Monday 21st January in the car park in front of and to the north of SHQ Cafe and the Kayak premises.… More
Melbourne to Vanuatu newsletter
15th January 2008
Another race to Vanuatu is presently being organised for July with further humanitarian aid being arranged as part of the race. Support is being sought from SYC members to assist with the humanitarian project. Please click here to view the latest… More
SYC Power Boats Needed!
8th January 2008
SYC Power Boats Needed! Boating Victoria is to provide volunteer power boats to entertain VIP's and media during the Sail Melbourne event in January. The overall event is huge, and will be a showcase activity for boating in Melbourne which gives us the opportunity to give hospitality to a wide range… More
Great Results for SYC Boats in Cock of the Bay
31st December 2007
This year SYC boats did extremely well in a fleet of 107 (largest ever) taking two of the first three positions. 1st: Flirt, Chris Dare 3rd, Smooth Criminal, Don & Helen Cameron. Other good results included;First two positions in IRC A 1st INSX, Rob Sill 2nd Alibi, Dennis Hambleton First… More
420 Regatta
28th December 2007
The 420 regatta is being held at SYC from the 27th December - 3rd January with racing commencing on the 29th December, to view the race results please click here.… More
International Optimist Dinghy competitions
17th December 2007
There is are a lot of competition days this year during the Sail Melbourne regatta for the International Optimist dinghy class To view the competition poster please click here.… More
Bavaria youth match racing regatta report
13th December 2007
Sandringham Youth Development Squad Bavaria Youth Match Racing Championships Report 11th December 2007 Three junior members of the Sandringham Youth Development Squad attended the Annual Bavaria Youth Match Racing Championships at CYCA from 14 – 18th of November. This regatta was very… More
Carparking at SYC 2007 / 2008 (during construction)
13th December 2007
Carparking at SYC 2007 / 2008 (during construction)Please click here to view the leaflet that describes the carparking options during the construction for the new SYC Clubhouse To view the carparking map of local car parks please click here. Car Parking Options for non rate paying members… More
International Cadet Tillett Team Selection
10th December 2007
The Tillett Team selection at RGYC was held on 25 & 26 November 2007. There were 44 boats competing from 4 clubs around the state for six positions to represent Victoria in the National Championships, which will be held in Geelong on 27 December 2007 to 5 January 2008. They will be anticipating… More
CAR PARKING OPTION FOR NON RATE PAYING MEMBERS
7th December 2007
Members who are not rate payers through the Bayside City Council and therefore do not have a car park sticker for the local council managed car parks, you can purchase a sticker from the council for $112.50. The form you need at the Council is called "Beach Parking Authority Application Form… More
Training Focus for Sandringham Y.C.
5th December 2007
Sandringham Yacht Club (SYC) will have a focus on training through its new $11.75 million Clubhouse which is due for completion in late 2008. SYC CEO Richard Hewett said that the new Clubhouse will include specific training areas: “The Sandringham Yacht Club clubhouse will include a lage… More
The variety splash
4th December 2007
The inaugural Variety Splash – an on-water fundraising event is to be held from February 28 to March 1 2008. Inspired by the iconic ‘Variety Bash’ car rally, The Variety Splash is a leisurely boat rally (both power and sail) circling Victoria’s Port Phillip Bay, interspersed… More
Beach road closed
2nd December 2007
Road Closure 2nd December ~ the ORBEA Tri Series Challenge is being run this Sunday which will mean that Beach Road will be closed from 6:30am - 10:15am on Sunday. Any queries please call start to finish event management on 9645 1333. Please note that access will be provided to the Club via… More
James Flood Rec & Power Boat Twilight Event - Update
30th November 2007
The James Flood Twilight Event scheduled for tonight (30 November) has been postponed due to insufficient entries. The event will be re-scheduled to a date yet to be confirmed. Contact the the Boating Department on 9598-7444 with any queries.… More
Last Jazz for 2007!
25th November 2007
The last Jazz session for 2007 is on this Sunday, the 25th November between 2.00pm and 5.00pm in the Breakwater Bar & Grill.Come and be entertained by Annemarie Sharry & Dale Lindrea with special guests South of the River Choir. For further information on the… More
World-Class Clubhouse for Sandringham YC
15th November 2007
Sandringham Yacht Club (SYC) today began construction on its new multi-million-dollar Clubhouse which will boast world-class amenities for its members and guests. The new Clubhouse, which will be built for a total cost of $11.75 million, will be the most modern in Australia, according to SYC… More
Walley Cup Report
15th November 2007
Royal Victorian Motor Yacht Club (RVMYC) took out the 2007 Whalley Cup with Sandringham Yacht Club coming in 2nd. The event was conducted on Sunday (11/11/07) in perfect conditions off Sandringham Yacht Club. This years’ regatta attracted 19 competitors in a variety of vessels. To view further… More
Tam o'Shanter & Jisuma Trophy
14th November 2007
Tam O'Shanter and the Jisuma Trophy is being held on the weekend of the 23rd of November. To view the NOR and Sailing Instructions please refer to the Keel Boat page on the website.… More
The official ground breaking ceremony (& Car Park Closure)
14th November 2007
FMP2 Ground Breaking Ceremony 14th November ~ what a milestone in SYC's history... the commencement of the building of the new Clubhouse. An official ceremony is being held on the 14th November and all members are welcome to attend. The ceremony will take place from 2pm. There will also be a… More
Overnight Race Preparation Information Night
14th November 2007
Wednesday 14th November Information Night on "Overnight Race Preparation'. 7.00pm start in the Olympic room, presented by Marissa Mc manus an experienced ocean racer. Topics will cover Boat Preparation- the differences between day and overnight racing and safety. Crew… More
NEW ACADEMY TO TRAIN BOATING STUDENTS
14th November 2007
Thousands of students across Melbourne’s South Eastern suburbs stand to benefit from a new sailing academy to be built in Sandringham. More than 2,000 school children from 25 local schools will participate in “Learn to Sail” classes every year and will be able to take their… More
Sandringham Yacht Club launches new premises
14th November 2007
Late yesterday afternoon at Sandringham Yacht Club (SYC) in Melbourne, the Federal Minister for Vocational and Further Education, the Hon Andrew Robb AO MP, took part in a ground breaking ceremony to mark the official commencement of the building of SYC’s new clubhouse and training facilities.… More
WISC- Race Two
11th November 2007
Sandringham women its still not too late to enter the Women In Sailing Challenge- WISC for Keel boats. 2nd race Sunday 11th. Royal Brighton Yacht Club have been winners of this event for two years. Fantastic opportunity to develop skills and support women sailors. Good luck… More
The SYC Menere's BMW Cup – Friday 7th December
7th November 2007
Last Chance to participate in the SYC Menere's BMW Cup – Friday 7th December The Port Phillip Challenge Yacht Race organised by the Sandringham Yacht Club has a new name.... The SYC Menere's BMW Cup This highly anticipated yachting event will once again be held at the Sandringham Yacht Club on… More
Spring Carnival afloat
3rd November 2007
Luxury motor cruises, waterfront living and the sport of king's greatest carnival are ingredients for a recipe only Melbourne can offer. Yarra's Edge will host this year's Boating Victoria Melbourne Rally and organisers are inviting everyone to join in the festivities.The Melbourne Cup rally… More
Twlights tonight
1st November 2007
Twlights at SYC kick start tonight! The perfect forecast N to NW around 10kn. Start at 18.15 any late entries to be forwarded to the tower. Buffet dinner available no bookings required. Don't forget the champagne and unwind from a hectic week.… More
WISC & ONE DESIGN SPRINT SAILING INSTRUCTIONS
28th October 2007
Tomorrow - Sunday 28th October will see the first race day for the Women In Sail Challenge and the second race day for the One Design Sprint Series. Both series will be run from Boonoorong (start boat) from 1000hrs. Click here to download the Supplementary Sailing Instructions for both… More
Fishing Competition
25th October 2007
Sandringham Yacht Club Fishing Comp Sunday 21st Oct 2007. With 17 boats registered all eyes were on the weather as our weary competitors headed for their favorite snapper feeding grounds in the early Sunday morning light. From outside the heads to nearby Brighton our fishing group faced calm… More
Sadie Mappin Channel 10 Presentation
24th October 2007
Channel 10 has been at SYC today interviewing Sadie Mappin on her sailing life. The interview will go to air on Thursday 25th October at 5pm on Channel 10, it is thought that the interview will be shown prior to the sport segment.… More
Sail Sandy Results 2007
19th October 2007
To view the results from the Sail Sandy regatta please click here.… More
SYC Junior Members make YV team
15th October 2007
Congratulations must be given to three of SYC's junior International Optimist Dinghy sailors (J Mare, M Hitchen-Haw, & J Richards) as they have been selected to participate in the Yachting Victoria Junior Sailing team. Please click here to view further information. Congratulations are… More
SAIL SANDY 2007 - OTB REGATTA
12th October 2007
The SYC Off the Beach Sailing Centre is again setting up for it's major regatta for the year - SAIL SANDY 2007. Although it is not until 20 - 21 October a large amount of preparation is underway. For a copy of the NOR, please click here.… More
A crews point of view
10th October 2007
Please click here to view a report on the International Cadet World championships in Wales, written by Jarad Cavanagh, aged 12. Jarad is a crew for Joel Aulich.… More
October Rec Boating Meeting
10th October 2007
Brush up on your signal flag knowledge by attending the October Recreational Boating Meeting. David Axup has a keen interest in the history of signalling and its uses, and will be giving a very interesting and useful presentation on this night. Please click here for further information.… More
Notice to Mariners
19th September 2007
Victorian Notice to Mariners Click on the link below to download the Notice to Mariners relative to the temporary entrance buoys at the North West entrance to the marina. … More
2007 International Cadet World Championships update
5th September 2007
2007 International Cadet World Championships On the 21st of July my brother Lewis and I headed off to Wales to compete as part of the Australian team at the 2007 International Cadet World Championships. 207 International Cadets made the journey to Pwllheli, Wales to celebrate the 60th anniversary of… More
International Cadet British Nationals Results in Wales
10th August 2007
At the end of the British Nationals the entire Australian team are in very good shape with the event being used as training and development but the main things ticked off like boat speed, getting to know the racing format and race officer, tactics and general familiarity. The team feel like they… More
SYC Ball photos on the website
9th August 2007
Photos from the SYC Ball are now available on the SYC website. To view these photos please refer to the gallery section on the website or alternatively please click here.… More
Recreational Boating August Meeting
8th August 2007
The next Recreational Boating Meeting is on Wednesday 8th August and Peter Harris is the guest speaker. Peter Harris is a founding member of "tall ships Victoria" and is joining us at SYC to talk to us about tall ships, James Craig and opportunities for you to sail on it when the… More
