MHYC E News 26th July, 2017
Welcome to MIDDLE HARBOUR YACHT CLUB's E-Newsletter
LAST CHANCE! Renew your membership with MHYC before 31st July, 2017 to go in the draw to win a Hamilton Island Escape for 2 people for 3 nights!
Those on a direct debit will automatically be entered into the draw. Winner will be announced at the Club's Opening Day and Commodore's "Front Up" Cup presentation on Saturday 2nd September 2017.
Another LAST CHANCE! Mosman Council Foreshore parking permit applications - final waitlist for a 25% discount off the full price closes on Thursday 27th July - call the office urgently if you have not yet done so to be able to receive this discount.
Pip's Farewell
A sad but very fond farewell was held for Pip last Saturday afternoon with many members present to wish her good luck on her new career adventure as she starts a new role at Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club.
Annual General Meeting - held on Thursday 20th July, 2017
MHYC's 77th Annual General Meeting was held last Thursday 20th July, 2017, with approx 30 members present. Following a welcome by the Chairman, Andrew Hurt, Treasurer Neil Padden delivered an update and summary of the Club's financial performance over the past year, and summarised that the Club is in a good financial position and looking forward to positive cash flow and income growth for the year ahead.
Your Club Directors for the 2017/18 year are:
Andrew Hurt (Chairman), Neil Padden (Treasurer), David Naismith, Nigel Smyth, Greg Young, Phil Clinton, John McCuaig & Peter Lewis
Your Club Flag Officers for the 2017/18 year are:
Peter Lewis (Commodore), Kerry Burke (Vice Commodore Racing), Evan Hodge (Vice Commodore Cruising), Alister Copley (Rear Commodore) and Mike Logan (Club Captain)
The time and dedication made by all our Club officers and the respective committees is very much appreciated.
The BIG news at the AGM, was the nomination and bestowing of Life Membership on 40 yr member & former Commodore, Julie Hodder!
To say Julie was shocked and surprised was an understatement but the nomination was clearly supported by all those present, and Julie accepted her new badge with great pride. Julie has been a member of MHYC for 40 years and as well as being Commodore from 2011-2012, also held the role of Vice Commodore Racing from 2010-2011 and Club Captain from 2012-2013. Julie is also now Chairperson of the Frank Likely Trust and also has taken on the responsibility of maintaining the Club's many trophies, their storage and safe-keeping as well as keeping the Club's History pages and documents, year books, etc updated. Many thanks to Life Members and Former Commodores Tig Thomas and Keith Tierney for Julie's well deserved nomination!
Yacht Sales Australia Wednesday Series 4 - Race 9 - 26th July, 2017
Race 9 of Series 4 for the 2016-17 season continues today, 26th July, 2017, with a count up handicap start from 1.00pm
Many thanks to our sponsors for the Wednesday Series, Ivan & Jeff Rowe, Yacht Sales Australia. If you are looking to buy or sell a boat, visit their website at www.yachtsalesaustralia.com.au. Special commission discount available to MHYC Members.
To view the Results - click here
MHYC Winter Series wrapped up on Saturday 22nd July, 2017
Last Saturday's Race 12 was the final race of the Winter Series for 2017. In the light airs, Bob Cox and the crew of Nine Dragons built a massive lead over the shortened course to win the race from Kayimai and Patrice Six. Congratulations to Andrew Prideaux and the team aboard Patrice Six for winning the series. The Adams 10s Another Dilemma (Jim Vaughan) and No Friends (Geoff Charters) were 2nd and 3rd overall.
To View Results - click here
No Racing this Saturday - Gold Coast Yacht Race Start
No racing is scheduled at MHYC this Saturday July 29 in deference to the start of the Land Rover Sydney Gold Coast Yacht Race in the vicinity of Steele Point at 1300hrs. It will be busy on the harbour with a strong list of entries and many spectator boats expected. The CYCA will be live streaming the start of the race for people around the world to watch with drone video and live commentary adding a new dimension to one of Australia's biggest offshore races. For more information, visit http://goldcoast.cyca.com.au
Leading Edge series - begins Saturday 5th August
Proudly sponsored by Sydney City Marine - MHYC's preferred boat maintenance provider!
The Middle Harbour Leading Edge Series is a short 4 week program of Club house pursuit races which are run in the lead up to the new sailing season. Competition commences at 1230hrs, count up pursuit racing. Spinnaker and Non-Spinnaker Series and casual entries are welcome. Enter today!
To enter - click here
To View Entrants & Results - click here
Crew Required for MHYC yacht, Nine Dragons
Nine Dragons DK46 race yacht is now building crew for the Spring and Summer season. We are happy to train new crew ,and to welcome back our loyal core crew, so please respond and confirm your availability. There will be lots of racing inshore and offshore this season, plus the delivery to Melbourne and back, with details to be posted soon . If you have any questions please give Bob Cox a call on 0419241467.
Speakers' Lunch - David Hill "The Fair & The Foul"
Friday 1st September - maybe a great gift idea just in time for Fathers Day!
This will be a very interesting and entertaining lunch with David Hill as he recalls his encounters with the great and the good in Australian sport, as well as some of its darker moments. David is also well known for his battles as president of the North Sydney Bears, his role at the ABC and buying the broadcast rights for the AFL and his time as chairman of Soccer Australia.
To view the event flyer and book online - click here
Father's Day - Sunday 3rd September
Start the day off with a fabulous hot & cold buffet breakfast in the Harbourview Bistro - $28 for Members, $32 non-members & children $14 3-15 yrs, under 3 yrs is free!
Or, if breakfast is too early, book in for lunch. The Bistro will be offering its normal menu but with delicious specials added specially for the Dad's!
There will be a lucky draw on the day for one Dad to win a case of beer!
To download the information flyer - click here
MHYC Opening Day - Come join us and celebrate the start of the 2017-18 Sailing Season!
Make sure you save the date - Saturday 2nd September!
Starting off with a champagne brunch, followed by a colourful and exciting boat parade, the Commodore's "Front Up" Cup race, and then back to the Clubhouse for entertainment, volunteer and prize presentations!
MHYC Yacht Register - Get your boat on the MHYC Register
We plan to publish the register of MHYC members’ yachts once again with the forthcoming Sailing Handbook, so to enable us to ensure that it is as up to date and accurate as possible please let us know if you have recently acquired a new boat, disposed of one, or think that you may not be on the register and should be, or indeed if you have long disposed of a boat which still appears on the register. Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with boat name, sail number, owners names.
Term 3 Discover Sailing Bookings Open Online
Term 3 Discover Sailing began on Sunday 23rd July, 2017, and it's not too late to book your child or grandchild in for 9 weeks of fun on the water!
Click here for all information and to book online.
Sandbar Cafe - Open 7 days a week
The Sandbar Cafe is open 7 days a week from 8am. Come down to the Club & enjoy our coffee and freshly made gourmet rolls. Delicious hot soup now available!
Brett's homemade ice creams have had a new level of interest with the surprisingly warmer weather we are having at the moment - the beach is the place to be!
Harbourview Bar & Bistro
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro is open on Saturdays and Sundays for a delicious breakfast from 9am. Sit on the balcony and enjoy the view - click here for the Breakfast menu.
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro's Lunch & Dinner menu is available online - click here for the current menu. Harbourview Bar & Bistro is open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and Thursday to Saturday for dinner, with daily specials. For all bookings, please call the MHYC office on 9969 1244.
Kid's Disco & Karaoke - Friday 18th August, 2017, 6pm to 8pm
MHYC's monthly kid's disco will be held this Friday 18th August, 2017. A great time for the kids to have some fun after their first week back at school since the holidays! Best idea ever for a Kid's Birthday Party as no mess in your own home! Bookings on 02 9969 1244. $15 per child ($10 per child for bookings of 20 or more).
Full Bistro menu available and plenty of choices for Kids meals.
MHYC's Winter Long Lunch, hosted by the Cruising Division
Sunday 30th July, 2017, from 12 noon
The Cruising Division Aprés Sail Winter Long Lunch will be held on Sunday 30th July, 2017. Beginning at 12 noon. Cost is $55 MHYC Members/$60 non members (includes drink on arrival, & 3 course lunch). Call reception on 02 9969 1244 or book online - click here. Bookings will close on Friday 28th July at 5pm.
One Sails Trim Seminar - Wednesday 2nd August, 2017, 6.30pm
Join Paul Eldrid from One Sails when he presents a Winter sail trim seminar at MHYC on Wednesday 2nd August, 2017, at 6.30pm. The talk will focus on sail trim but include the Trim cycle and Modes so it would be relevant to racing and cruising members. All welcome. Please advise the Club if you are attending to arrange adequate seating. Snacks from the Bistro will be available to purchase.
Literary Lunch with Guest Speaker, author Michael Robotham - Thursday 10th August, 2017, 12 noon
Join us for a Literary Lunch with guest speaker, journalist & writer, Michael Robotham, talking about his latest novel, The Secret She Keeps. As a journalist and writer he investigates notorious cases such as the serial killer couple Fred and Rosemary West. He has worked with clinical and forensic psychologists as they helped police investigate complex, psychologically driven crimes. His compelling new psychological thriller will break your heart into tiny pieces. Tickets $60 MHYC Members/$65 non members includes 2 course lunch & wine.
This event is filling up fast, so book soon if you are interested in attending.
Click here to book online.
