Royal Brighton Yacht Club

Square Dance Night - Friday 5th July Join us in the Bayview room for the most fun you've had in years.

Sailing Survey Results The raw results from the sailing survey are available. 82% of respondents were happy with last years program. More detailed analysis is underway. Thanks Don Blanksby

Cruising Forum Dinner Meeting - Friday 19th July Guest speaker - Gordon Syme Quick fixes and emergencies at sea.

Jack Hennessy Royal respects passed onto Members of Royal Brighton Yacht Club

Advertise in Short Tacks and For Sail! Please see more for advertising space and 'for sale' notices.

RBYC Sailing Survey To assist us in preparing the sailing program for the 2013-2014 sailing season, as we did last year we have a survey to assist us in finding out what type and style of events are preferred by members It would be good if you can make the time to complete the survey, and also encourage your crew to participate...

All the news on the Heavyweight Championship Of the Bay and Iceberger key replacement Read all about how the Championship was run and won. For the convenience of all our swimming/gym members and after extensive testing by John Locco, we are pleased to offer a key fob which can be worn in a stretch band around your wrist whilst you are in the water or working out in the gym.

Catering at the Club From Wednesday 8 May catering at the Club will be back under direct management and control of the Club.

Stars and Compass Trophy The competition is open to all navigators with a AYF number, not only the members of Royal Brighton Yacht Club. All entries must be submitted to the office at Royal Brighton Yacht Club by 1200 on Saturday, 15th June 2013

Cruising Group's Annual Classical Music Night - Friday 21st June . Mark the date in your diary NOW for this ever-popular evening! Please book with Sandy Watson Ph 0418 906 417 or email rodsandy@bigpond.net.au

Half Yearly General Meeting of Members & Rule Changes approved by Special Resolution. Click more to gain access to the Member's Only section for draft Minutes and further information. Rule Changes by Special Resolution - We have linked relevant correspondence from Consumer Affairs.

Photo challenge. We would like to challenge all members to send us photographs of yourself, family or friends wearing our branded Club merchandise in wonderful locations around the world. Please send all photographs to gm@rbyc.org.au. Happy snapping!

2 Handed Races Final double handed race of the series coming up..

Melbourne Tall Ship Festival Keep updated with the latest news on the tall ships visiting Melbourne this September..

Come and enjoy the fabulous meals at your Club. Wednesday night dinners will continue throughout winter in the Members Lounge. Friday night dinners will also continue with a fish and chips theme throughout winter plus other tasty dishes for those not in a seafood state of mind. A new breakfast and lunch menu launched this week.

New Members Dinner - Thursday 30th May 2013. It gives us great pleasure to invite you to a dinner for new members who have joined in the last few months, at the Club on Thursday 30th May.

AWKR Regatta Lecture Series and new website The Regatta Lecture Series is being hosted again by the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta committee. This year we have some fantastic speakers taking part during May.

On another exciting note, the Australian Women's Keelboat Regatta (AWKR) Committee would like to announce the brand new AWKR website www.awkr.com.au

Please click on the Header for the Lecture Series and also the new AWKR link.

Promenade Jewellers - proud new sponsor of RBYC Manufacturing jewellery and gem stones. Specialising in remodelling, custom makes, repairs, gemstones, insurance valuations & claims. Swap your old gold for new fine jewellery pieces or get cash for your old gold. One FREE jewellery valuation for RBYC Members only. Visit: www.promenadejewellers.com.au

With the pool set at $100, this week's membership draw takes place Friday at 7 pm in the Members' Lounge. Dinners are available, so you can make it a night. We thank Karen Sullivan of Savvy Financial Services, recommended for all your mortgage needs, for her support for the draw so far, and would welcome any new sponsors interested in taking this opportunity on for a further year. For details please contact Eric Wegman at gm@rbyc.org.au.
Boat owners are reminded to check the mooring lines of their boats in the marina: In preparation for any winter storms we will be conducting an audit of all boats, and owners with incorrect or understrength lines will be contacted to make mandatory improvements to meet the required minimum standards.