Groundswell December 2025

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CRUISING YACHT CLUB OF SA

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT

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FROM OUR COMMODORE

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CLUB NEWS

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YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION

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MARINE ACADEMY UPDATE

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RACING ROUND-UP

FLAG OFFICERS

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BOATING CONVERSATIONS

Commodore Andrew Saies Vice Commodore Dianne Schwerdt Rear Commodore Pat Catley

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FIRST TIME ADVENTURES: THE MED

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OPENING DAY

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SA WOMEN’S KEELBOAT REGATTA

President David Roper Treasurer David Hughes Aaron Low Mark Hutton Doreen Perrin Amanda Rice Mike Holmes

PATRON The Honourable Kevin Scarce AC CSC RANR STAFF General Manager To be advised Financial Controller Kerry O’Brien Port Vincent Marina Manager Rob Marner COMMITTEES Members Committee Chair Fishing Association Chair Racing Association Chair Cruising Association Chair Social Association Chair

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EXPLORE: SPENCER GULF

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CRUISING ASSOCIATION UPDATE

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BOATS AT THE CLUB

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FISHING ASSOCIATION NEWS

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MINUTES OF THE CYCSA AGM

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CYCSA BERTH CLASSIFIEDS

Mike Holmes Peter Schembri Rob Human Darren Harvey Adrian Wilson

LIFE MEMBERS Geoff Boettcher Arthur F Carolan (Dec’d) Geoffrey R Catt Craig A Evans Richard H Fidock AO Gay Footer Graeme L Footer John D Gerard Jacqueline Heffernan James A Henry (Dec’d) Roderick C Hunter Malcolm A Kinnaird AC (Dec’d) Peter J Page (Dec’d) Andrew D Saies Robert J Sellick

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EDITORS OF GROUNDSWELL Gay Footer, Mellissa Vahoumis, Pat Catley, Dianne Schwerdt Advertising & contributions to Phone: 08 8248 4222 Mellissa: mellissa@cycsa.com.au Email: reception@cycsa.com.au Web: www.cycsa.com.au Phone Port Vincent: 0414 611 110 Registered by Australia Post Publication No PP565001/00184 ISSN 1039-4230 Printed by Newstyle Printing Graphic design by Mellissa Vahoumis

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Groundswell is the official journal of the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia Inc Lady Gowrie Drive, North Haven PO Box 1020 North Haven SA 5018

Volume 42 | Edition 4

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT Over recent months we have initiated a program to strengthen safety, compliance and operational resilience across the Club, on the water and ashore, so we meet regulatory and insurer expectations and lift our systems, training, record-keeping and emergency readiness. Jamie Joyce has been appointed to lead this work for a fixed term while normal services continue.

To maintain momentum in day-to-day operations we are in the process of recruiting a new General Manager to lead CYCSA’s next phase of growth driving member engagement, hospitality and events, boating operations and training and strong financial performance.

Jamie commenced his new role following Opening Day and Kerry O’Brien is serving as Acting General Manager until the new appointment is made. The quality of candidates for the General Manager position is very high.

Life Members Also at our AGM we appointed two new Life Members, Rod Hunter and Rob Sellick. There are many members who have provided illustrious service over the years but our Life Members are among those who have provided significant and sustained service to the Club with memorable impact.

Rod has been a Senior Member for 39 years and has served in several significant roles including Marine Academy instructor and Advisory Committee member, Racing Executive member, Cruising Association Committee member and importantly, the creator of our ‘Boating Conversations’ initiative.

Eastern Marina Refurbishment/Redevelopment The largest project within this program is the management of Rob is a Foundation Member of our Club (49 years). He served as a competitive procurement process for the full refurbishment Rear Commodore for four years and Vice Commodore for one year, of Marina East’s walkways and services. This marina is now chaired the Racing Executive for three years with additional committee 50 years old and our ability to keep patching it has reached service and has been a member of the Club’s Insurance Advisory its end. Recent reviews confirm widespread deterioration Committee, most recently as its Chair for the past three years. with failed concrete casings and waler attachments, ageing Congratulations, Rod and Rob, on your appointments as Life services and a hydrant system that, while functional, no Members of the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia. longer meets standards. The total cost for this is estimated at about $7 million which would be performed either over Financial Overview a steady six to seven year staged program (subject to As was the case last year this year’s winter months have been REPORT regulatory and insurance dispensations) or viaPRESIDENT’S an accelerated relatively quiet with reduced patronage at our bar and restaurants. Our three to four year path that sequences hydrant replacement Youth Sailing Foundation and Marine Academy have also experienced with the pontoon works to shorten the period of Ov nonbudget shortfalls, some but not all of which has been caused by the compliance. Funding would likely combine the Sinking Fund need to cancel some of our training courses while we were bringing and cash on hand with partial external financing. our vessels into compliance with current requirements for Domestic ^ŝŶŬŝŶŐ &ƵŶĚ sĂůƵĞ ;^ĞƉ ϮϬϮϱͿ Commercial Vessels.

Board Directors Ψϴ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ At our Annual General Meeting in September wePRESIDENT’S welcomedREPORTThose compliance issues have now been resolved but the shortfalls in Hospitality and Sailing Operations have contributed to an operating new Board member Aaron Low and thanked retiring Board

loss of $58,703 for the first four months of this financial year before the member Garth Heynen for his valuable service. Aaron holds Ψϳ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ benefit of returns from the Sinking Fund. a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering and has an engineering S������ ���� ����� ���� While �����clearly disappointing, we expect significant improvement throughout the summer months management and contract management background in Ψϴ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Ψϲ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ and the Board and Management are working tirelessly in the PRESIDENT’S REPORT maritime programs. background to ensure this occurs.

Ψϳ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ More recently we welcomed past Commodore Mike Holmes Ov Ψϱ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ to the Board and thanked retiring Board member Troy Sinking Fund

Smith for his outstanding service. Mike is a Graduate of the Ψϲ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ As at 30 September 2025, the Club’s Sinking Fund for marina Australian Institute of Company Directors, holds PRESIDENT’S a Master’s REPORTrefurbishments stood at $7,838,113. Ψϰ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ

^ŝŶŬŝŶŐ &ƵŶĚ sĂůƵĞ ;^ĞƉ ϮϬϮϱͿ degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering and is a Ψϱ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Fellow of Engineers Australia. He currently runs his own Ψϴ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ S������ ���� ����� ���� ����� consultancy. Ψϯ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Sinking Fund Value (Sept 2025) Ψϴ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Ψϰ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Thank you Garth and Troy for your dedicated service. We Ψϳ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ accept the need of each of you to focus on your other Ψϳ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Ψϯ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ ΨϮ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ commitments but will miss your valuable perspectives at our Ψϲ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Board meetings. Ψϲ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ ΨϮ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Ψϱ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Ψϱ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Ψϭ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ ΨͲ

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DĂƌͲϮϱ DĂLJͲϮϱ :ƵůͲϮϱ ^ĞƉͲϮϱ

As most members will know Andrew is a highly experienced sailor and a winner of the Rolex Sydney to Hobart race. He has been a Club member for 45 years, Board Member for 11, President for seven, Life Member for five and a Rear

Commodore for the past year.

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DĂLJͲϮϬ DĂLJͲϮϬ :ƵůͲϮϬ :ƵůͲϮϬ ^ĞƉͲϮϬ ^ĞƉͲϮϬ EŽǀͲϮϬ EŽǀͲϮϬ :ĂŶͲϮϭ :ĂŶͲϮϭ DĂƌͲϮϭ DĂƌͲϮϭ DĂLJͲϮϭ DĂLJͲϮϭ :ƵůͲϮϭ :ƵůͲϮϭ ^ĞƉͲϮϭ ^ĞƉͲϮϭ EŽǀͲϮϭ EŽǀͲϮϭ :ĂŶͲϮϮ :ĂŶͲϮϮ DĂƌͲϮϮ DĂƌͲϮϮ DĂLJͲϮϮ DĂLJͲϮϮ :ƵůͲϮϮ ^ĞƉͲϮϮ :ƵůͲϮϮ EŽǀͲϮϮ ^ĞƉͲϮϮ :ĂŶͲϮϯ EŽǀͲϮϮ DĂƌͲϮϯ :ĂŶͲϮϯ DĂLJͲϮϯ DĂƌͲϮϯ :ƵůͲϮϯ DĂLJͲϮϯ ^ĞƉͲϮϯ :ƵůͲϮϯ EŽǀͲϮϯ ^ĞƉͲϮϯ :ĂŶͲϮϰ EŽǀͲϮϯ DĂƌͲϮϰ :ĂŶͲϮϰ DĂLJͲϮϰ :ƵůͲϮϰ DĂƌͲϮϰ ^ĞƉͲϮϰ DĂLJͲϮϰ EŽǀͲϮϰ :ƵůͲϮϰ :ĂŶͲϮϱ ^ĞƉͲϮϰ DĂƌͲϮϱ EŽǀͲϮϰ DĂLJͲϮϱ :ĂŶͲϮϱ :ƵůͲϮϱ

Flag Officers Immediately following our AGM we announced our Flag Officers for the 2025-26 season. Congratulations to Andrew Saies as our new Commodore, Dianne Schwerdt as our continuing Vice Commodore and Patricia Catley as our continuing Rear Commodore.

/ŶǀĞƐƚĞĚ ŝŶ WŽƌƚĨŽůŝŽ ΨϮ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ Invested/ŶǀĞƐƚĞĚ ŝŶ WŽƌƚĨŽůŝŽ in Portfolio Ψϭ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ

tŝƚŚĚƌĂǁŶ ƚŽ ĨƵŶĚ ŽǀĞƌǁĂƚĞƌ ĂƐƐĞƚƐ tŝƚŚĚƌĂǁŶ ƚŽ ĨƵŶĚ ŽǀĞƌǁĂƚĞƌ ĂƐƐĞƚƐ Withdrawn to fund overwater assets

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DĂLJͲϮϬ DĂLJͲϮϬ :ƵůͲϮϬ :ƵůͲϮϬ ^ĞƉͲϮϬ ^ĞƉͲϮϬ EŽǀͲϮϬ EŽǀͲϮϬ :ĂŶͲϮϭ :ĂŶͲϮϭ DĂƌͲϮϭ DĂƌͲϮϭ DĂLJͲϮϭ DĂLJͲϮϭ :ƵůͲϮϭ :ƵůͲϮϭ ^ĞƉͲϮϭ ^ĞƉͲϮϭ EŽǀͲϮϭ EŽǀͲϮϭ :ĂŶͲϮϮ :ĂŶͲϮϮ DĂƌͲϮϮ DĂƌͲϮϮ DĂLJͲϮϮ DĂLJͲϮϮ :ƵůͲϮϮ :ƵůͲϮϮ ^ĞƉͲϮϮ ^ĞƉͲϮϮ EŽǀͲϮϮ EŽǀͲϮϮ :ĂŶͲϮϯ :ĂŶͲϮϯ DĂƌͲϮϯ DĂƌͲϮϯ DĂLJͲϮϯ :ƵůͲϮϯ DĂLJͲϮϯ ^ĞƉͲϮϯ :ƵůͲϮϯ EŽǀͲϮϯ ^ĞƉͲϮϯ :ĂŶͲϮϰ EŽǀͲϮϯ DĂƌͲϮϰ :ĂŶͲϮϰ DĂLJͲϮϰ DĂƌͲϮϰ :ƵůͲϮϰ DĂLJͲϮϰ ^ĞƉͲϮϰ :ƵůͲϮϰ EŽǀͲϮϰ :ĂŶͲϮϱ ^ĞƉͲϮϰ DĂƌͲϮϱ EŽǀͲϮϰ DĂLJͲϮϱ :ĂŶͲϮϱ :ƵůͲϮϱ DĂƌͲϮϱ DĂLJͲϮϱ :ƵůͲϮϱ ^ĞƉͲϮϱ

Ψϭ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ As we begin a new season I wish ĂƐŚ everyone a safe and enjoyable /ŶƚĞƌĞƐƚ ƌĂƚĞ S������ ���� I��������� ���������� /ŶƚĞƌĞƐƚ ƌĂƚĞ Thank you to Mike Holmes for his service as Commodore ^ŝŶŬŝŶŐ &ƵŶĚ /ŶǀĞƐƚŵĞŶƚ ĂůůŽĐĂƚŝŽŶ year at ΨͲthe CYCSA. Ϯй ƐĞĐƵƌŝƚŝĞƐ ������ �� �� ��� ���� ������ and Vice Commodore over the past three years. Mike’s ;ǀĂůƵĞ Ăƚ ϯϬ ^ĞƉ ϮϬϮϱ Ψϳ͘ϴŵͿ ϭϬйƐĞĐƵƌŝƚŝĞƐ ΨͲ ϭϬй ͲΨϭ͕ϬϬϬ͕ϬϬϬ visible advocacy for our Club, at home, at other Clubs and /ŶƚĞƌŶĂƚŝŽŶĂů David Roper with the defence sector has been greatly appreciated. ĂƐŚ ^ŚĂƌĞƐ Ϯϱй

/ŶǀĞƐƚĞĚ ŝŶ WŽƌƚĨŽůŝŽ

tŝƚŚĚƌĂǁŶ ƚŽ ĨƵŶĚ ŽǀĞƌǁĂƚĞƌ ĂƐƐĞƚƐ

/ŶƚĞƌŶĂƚŝŽŶĂů DĂŶĂŐĞĚ &ƵŶĚƐ ^ŚĂƌĞƐ /ŶƚĞƌĞƐƚ ƌĂƚĞ ƵƐƚƌĂůŝĂŶ ĐŽƌĞ /ŶǀĞƐƚĞĚ ŝŶ WŽƌƚĨŽůŝŽ tŝƚŚĚƌĂǁŶ ƚŽ ĨƵŶĚ ŽǀĞƌǁĂƚĞƌ ĂƐƐĞƚƐ ���� I��������� ���������� Ϯϵй S������ DĂŶĂŐĞĚ &ƵŶĚƐ ĞƋƵŝƚŝĞƐ ϭϮй ƐĞĐƵƌŝƚŝĞƐ ������ϲй �� �� ��� ���� ������

FROM OUR COMMODORE This, my first Commodore’s Report, largely covers our CYCSA Opening Day and related events. Thank you to Di Schwerdt and Pat Catley who attended several other club Opening Days during the busy month of October. Between us we visited the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron, Adelaide Sailing Club, Largs Bay Sailing Club, St Kilda Boat Club and the Port Adelaide Sailing Club. Flag Officers from these and other clubs also joined us for our Opening Day. Formal apologies and a season opening message were sent by me to the Goolwa and Port Lincoln clubs.

The season opened in fine form with Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC formally declaring the season open in front of a full house of members and guests. Her speech paid a very favourable tribute to the vibrancy and enthusiasm present in our Club as seen through our many activities. Her Excellency was very positive about our women’s sailing programs and events and the inclusivity we have developed in both youth and women’s sailing.

A full list of the prizes and awards presented on the day is covered elsewhere in this edition but congratulations to new Life Members Rod Hunter and Rob Sellick, lifelong contributors and advocates for the CYCSA. The weather forecast the night before was less positive so with a storm front forecast to arrive during the sail past, a very low tide and a lee wharf, the One and All abandoned plans to take up station in the Western Marina. A last minute scramble saw the Commodore’s vessel, True Blue, take the salute and fly and dip the red ensign.

In my first Opening Day as Commodore I was proud of how hard our staff worked to showcase the Club and how enthusiastic our members were to embrace the tradition of the day. Also, how important it is to meet Flags from other clubs and to share thoughts on the challenges that we all face.

As always Opening Day was a wonderful celebration of our Club’s spirit and tradition. For those unable to join us you’ll find my Opening Day address, together with reflections from our Vice and Rear Commodores, featured later in this edition.

In time and as I come to listen to and understand member concerns and opportunities, I will expand on these in this report.

To this end I intend to find a mutually suitable time to catch up with Association Chairs on a regular basis. I also remain on the Boating Operations Advisory Committee, on the Board in an ex-officio capacity and am assisting with the General Manager recruitment process.

Sadly, we also pause to acknowledge the passing of long-time member Dr Harold Clarke in early November. Harold had been a valued Club Member for nearly 37 years and was well-known with many friends throughout our community. He will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.

A recent event of note was the members Elliott fleet race ‘regatta’ held in perfect conditions. This saw 24 members, most with a background in racing but also now largely retired to the cruising world, team up for some competition and great fun in the Club Elliotts. Thanks to Darren Harvey (Volunteer of the Year) for this initiative.

May there be many more events like this using the Club assets to get members together in an enjoyable and meaningful way out on the water for some fun and friendly competition. It is a reason to spend time at the Club and enjoy what we are fortunate to have.

Andrew Saies

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CLUB NEWS CYCSA Members Draw Update October was one for the record books! The Members Draw jackpot went off not once, not twice, but three times — a first for the Club.

Our lucky winners were: 19th winner: Ron Jesche taking home $1,300 sponsored by MJA Windows & Doors 20th winner: Vince Crase winning $550 sponsored by Phil Hoffmann Travel 21st winner: Alan Cotton pocketing $550 sponsored by Adelaide Boat Sales A huge thank you to our generous draw sponsors for their ongoing support — it’s their contribution that helps make these events so enjoyable.

Remember to be at the Club by 6.30pm every Thursday for your chance to win. Come along for dinner, enjoy the friendly atmosphere and you might just be our next jackpot winner!

Get Noticed! Become our Next Members Draw Sponsor Looking for a simple way to promote your business? Sponsor our next Members Draw. Your business will be featured in our weekly emails, highlighted on social media, announced at the Club, and seen by members and guests. It’s a great way to support the Club while gaining valuable local exposure. For more information or to get involved, contact: mellissa@cycsa.com.au

WHY SAFETY CULTURE MATTERS

CYCSA SAFETY SPEAK

A strong safety culture is a vital part of any successful organisation, particularly where risks to health and wellbeing are present. Safety culture refers to the shared values, attitudes and behaviours that determine how safety is prioritised within our Club.

It goes beyond compliance with regulations; it’s about creating an environment where every individual, from senior leaders to weekend sailors, believe that safety is a fundamental part of any boating operation. A positive safety culture not only protects people and assets but also enhances reputation and long-term Club success.

The most obvious reason a safety culture is important is that it prevents injuries and saves lives. When safety is embedded into everyday practices we are more likely to identify hazards, follow procedures and look out for one another. This proactive mindset reduces the likelihood of accidents and near-misses, creating a safer environment. A strong safety culture encourages reporting of hazards without fear of blame or punishment, allowing management/associations to take corrective actions before incidents occur. This early intervention approach leads to fewer disruptions, lower injury rates and greater peace of mind for all.

Beyond physical safety a strong safety culture contributes to the overall wellbeing and morale of the Club. When a club demonstrates genuine concern for its members’ safety it builds trust and loyalty. In contrast organisations that neglect safety often experience higher accident and incident rates. Therefore safety culture is not just about avoiding harm, it’s about fostering a positive, supportive club environment.

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Leadership plays a crucial role in shaping safety culture. When leaders consistently demonstrate a commitment to safety by following procedures and investing in training, they set the tone for the rest of the organisation and members are more likely to adopt safe behaviours when they see Club leaders genuinely value their well-being. A positive safety culture is therefore built on clear communication, accountability and continuous improvement, where lessons from incidents or near misses are used to strengthen systems rather than assign blame.

In conclusion, safety culture is essential because it safeguards lives, strengthens morale, reduces costs and enhances overall organisational safety. It is not a one-time initiative but a continuous commitment to doing things safely, every time. A strong safety culture transforms safety from a set of rules into a shared responsibility and mindset, one that protects people, builds trust, and ensures the long-term success of the organisation, lets get to a stage where when questioned about a safety guideline or rule your answer your will be “That’s just the way we do things around here.”

Wayne Grant CYCSA Safety Officer

CLUB NEWS It has been a fantastic year of recognition for the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia with the Club receiving multiple prestigious awards across a range of state and national platforms.

RESTAURANT & CATERING AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE

Congratulations to Mariners Ristorante, located within the CYCSA, which has once again excelled at the 2025 Restaurant & Catering Association’s Hostplus Awards for Excellence.

Mariners was awarded both Best Italian Restaurant and Best Seafood Restaurant for South Australia.

These awards are a testament to the talent and dedication of Chef Camillo Crugnale and the entire Mariners team who continue to deliver an outstanding dining experience that enhances the Club’s reputation for culinary excellence.

LUXLIFE HOSPITALITY AWARDS

Further success followed at the LUXlife Hospitality Awards 2025, where Admirals Bistro was honoured with the national title of Casual Dining Experience – Australia.

In addition the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia itself was recognised as Scenic Wedding Venue of the Year 2025, retaining the award for a second consecutive year.

Adrian, Sue, Kirsty, Mary Ann and Helen AUSTRALIAN SAILING AWARDS

The 2025 Australian Sailing South Australia Awards were another highlight celebrating the many individuals and groups contributing to the strength of sailing across the state.

CYCSA members and representatives were among those recognised with the SheSails Award presented to the South Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta Committee and Female Sailor of the Year awarded to Mary Ann Harvey. These honours acknowledge the ongoing leadership and dedication of our members in fostering participation, inclusion and excellence within the sport.

Since the announcement of the state awards we are delighted to share that the South Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta committee has gone on to win the National Australian Sailing SheSails Award, a fitting recognition of their dedication and national impact.

Camillo, Sormula and Haresh CLUBS SA AWARDS The CYCSA was also proud to be recognised at the Clubs SA Awards Dinner, receiving two major awards, Heart of the Community and Club Chef of the Year (awarded to Camillo Crugnale).

The Heart of the Community Award, sponsored

by SA Lotteries, recognises a club that gives back well beyond its membership base. The judges commended the CYCSA for its youth development programs, veteran wellbeing initiatives, partnerships with schools and community groups and contributions that showcase South Australia on both the national and international stage.

Chef Camillo’s recognition as Club Chef of the Year further highlights the exceptional standard of hospitality offered within the Club.

These achievements across multiple disciplines reflect the shared values that define the CYCSA — passion, professionalism and community. From our award-winning hospitality offerings to our vibrant sailing programs, the Club continues to exemplify excellence, teamwork and pride both on and off the water.

Camillo, Mel and Inese

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Sir Eric Neal, a Senior Member of the Club since 25 November 1999 and former Patron of the Club, passed away peacefully on 2 September at the age of 101.

Sir Eric was a proud South Australian and South Australia was very proud of him. His life was one of extraordinary achievement and enduring contribution to South Australia and Australia. He served with distinction in his role as Governor of South Australia and was a highly respected leader in both his public and business life.

Through wide and deep reading Sir Eric acquired a great knowledge of maritime history and served for a time on the Board of the American Bureau of Shipping. He also chaired a committee for the commemoration of the Battle of the Coral Sea and was awarded the US Defence Medal for his contribution.

His introduction to sailing was as a young man on a Cadet Dinghy at Largs Bay and led to a great love for boats. Crewing on Jack Williams’ yacht from the Squadron in a Queenscliff to Port Lincoln yacht race was one of his many experiences and he had an affinity with the sea.

Sir Eric, together with his wife Lady Joan, enjoyed his time at the Club and they joined in with the spirit of the Club and particularly enjoyed cruising on board their motor launch, Lady J. He played an integral role in preserving the Club’s legacy, penning the foreword to our first official history book, First Watch, a testament to his long standing support and recognition of our Club’s journey.

Sir Eric had a long and fulfilling life and our condolences and thoughts are with his two sons, Peter and James, his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and extended family.

Gay Footer

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William Strangways, affectionately known to many as Billy, a much loved and respected member of the Club since 25 October 2001, passed away on 7 September.

He was known for his cheeky smile, bad jokes and unwavering support for the Club’s racing community.

Over the years Billy gave so much of his time and energy to the CYCSA Racing Association. He was a cornerstone of our racing program, helping to plan, support and shape the racing calendar season after season. He also served for many years as the IRC Boat Measurer during our annual Group Weighing and Inclination Days, a role he undertook with dedication and care.

Bill was introduced to sailing by a friend in the 1970s and immediately enjoyed it. Together with his family, many years were spent as a member of the Port Adelaide Sailing Club, the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron and after he joined the Club in 2001, at the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia.

He skippered his yachts in two Sydney to Hobart races and was forced to pull out of a third when he lost the mast off Port Fairy before the race in 1998. The record for the most Adelaide to Port Lincoln races completed is held by Bill and he was very proud of this achievement.

The yacht Fireball was his last yacht.

His other sporting interests were golf and he founded the St Peters Old Collegians Basketball Club which he ran for 30 years. He barracked for the Norwood Football Club and as is fairly typical, disliked Port Adelaide heartily until the end.

Bill wasn’t just a volunteer or a member at the CYCSA, he was a character, a dependable presence and a friend to many. His daughter Sally described him as “living and breathing the Club” and his absence will be deeply felt.

Bill is survived by his wife Beverly, children Andrew and Sally and their partners and grandchildren Caitlyn, Harry, Lachlan and Angus and our thoughts are with them at this time.

Gay Footer

CLUB NEWS

Over the past 12 months the marina has experienced a strong period of growth across both berth sales and leasing activity, reflecting continued confidence in our facilities and the boating community as a whole. We’ve welcomed a number of new members to the Club, many of whom have relocated their vessels from other marinas to enjoy the facilities and social atmosphere.

The Marina East basin has seen particularly impressive results with berth occupancy climbing to 94 percent, up significantly from the previous year. This sustained demand highlights the popularity of the precinct as old and new members continue to take advantage of the convenient location and vibrant community.

Marina West has continued to attract interest, particularly from those upgrading to larger vessels and a growing interest in catamarans.

The marina’s generous manoeuvring space and wide fairways make it an ideal location for handling bigger boats with ease and confidence. This has contributed to a noticeable increase in occupancy as more boat owners choose Marina West for its convenience, accessibility and suitability for modern cruising yachts and motor vessels.

The hardstand area remains in exceptionally high demand driven by the private launching facilities and ease of access to power and water.

In line with the increased demand monthly licensing fees have seen a moderate rise. This adjustment reflects both the limited availability of berths and the surge in interest from visiting vessels and new Club members. The resulting uplift in activity across the marina further enhances the vibrant atmosphere enjoyed by all members.

With strong enquiry levels continuing into the next quarter the outlook remains positive for both berth leasing and sales.

Members considering purchasing or changes to their berth arrangements are encouraged to contact Eryn at the office on berthing@cycsa.com.au or 08 8341 3504 early to secure their preferred positions.

CYCSA BERTH SALES & LEASING UPDATE

BERTH DEMAND ON THE RISE

Welcome New Members

Over the last three months the following people have joined the Club. Please make them welcome.

Mohammed Allouche, Nicole Burtt, Holly Byron, Aurelien Cabot, Gregory Campbell, Elana Connor, Robert Edwards, Wayne Fry, Bronia Henty-Smith, Brenton Hobby, Megan Kaftan, Lyndon Kemp, Peter Knispel, Jan Krzys, Andrew Marshall, Iain McBride, Daniela Florez, James Neal, Dennis Poole, Hillar Puvi, Sharon Reschke, Matthew Sampson, Adam South, Troy Stott and Daniel Turner.

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CYCSA YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION UPDATE It has been an exciting few months for our Youth Sailing Foundation with a packed calendar of events and impressive engagement across our programs. Our Elliott 7s sessions were fully booked months in advance reflecting the growing enthusiasm for our youth sailing pathway.

OPENING DAY Opening Day was another standout with more than 25 young sailors taking part many sporting creative costumes that added to the fun. We also hosted a CYCSA Members’ Day on the Elliott 7s giving members, including several Board representatives, the opportunity to experience competitive keelboat sailing firsthand. For many it was their first time on the Elliotts and the day delivered a fantastic blend of friendly racing and on-water excitement.

2025 OPEN & YOUTH MATCH RACING CHAMPIONSHIPS ROYAL YACHT CLUB OF TASMANIA A major highlight was our Youth Team proudly representing the Club at the Tasmanian Youth Match Racing Championship for the second time.

This year marked our second appearance at the Championships with first time skipper Fraser Baker, new crew Calin Went and returning sailors Oscar and Will Gaylard taking on a strong field of opponents. The team had the opportunity to race against some of Australia’s top youth match racers including current national and state level champions.

Despite sunny skies the regatta delivered extremely tough conditions with 180 degree wind shifts, gusts up to 30 knots and long glass outs testing both sailors and officials. The unpredictable weather made for tight racing and our team fought hard with nothing to lose, finishing with three impressive wins, including victories over finalists.

Oscar, Will, Fraser & Calin

A controversial pre-start in the final flight cost the team a spot in the finals but they remained composed, showed great sportsmanship and fought hard right to the end. They went on to place fourth in Youth and fifth in Open, a fantastic achievement for both the team and the Club. We hope to go back next year to claim the ultimate prize! Congratulations to the team on an outstanding effort and thank you to everyone who helped fundraise to make the trip possible.

OCEAN VIEW COLLEGE SAILING Ocean View College completed another successful sailing program with over 30 students taking part, many experiencing sailing for the first time. Students enjoyed time on our Elliotts, SUPs and powerboats, making the most of the facilities. A big thank you to our instructors; Subin, Finlay and Zoe, for delivering a safe and enjoyable experience. We look forward to building this partnership into a regular Year 8–10 program two to three times each year.

MEMBERS’ DAY – ELLIOTT 7S For the first time we hosted a Members’ Day dedicated to experiencing the excitement of Elliott 7 racing. The event featured fun, fast-paced races, with plenty of laughs and competitive spirit.

The day finished with a tight final resulting in a shared first place for Adrian Wotton and Sarah Belton.

It was fantastic to see both new and familiar faces out on the water and we thank Darren Harvey for his support in organising the event. We look forward to hosting more opportunities like this so if you missed out, be sure to contact the Club to get involved next time!

Luke Allison CYCSA Head Coach

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CYCSA MARINE ACADEMY UPDATE I am happy to report that the Marine Academy is fully operational after a period of auditing and becoming compliant with new Australian Maritime Safety Authority guidelines for vessels and organisations conducting sail training operations on domestic commercial vessels.

Our Instructor team have been working hard to gain the Sailing Master Near Coastal Offshore Certificate of Competency (CoC) which will enable them to command sailing operations on sailing vessels up to 24 metres in length to the outer limits of the Australian Exclusive Economic Zone.

Other recent good news includes passing with flying colours our recent Royal Yachting Association RYA Training Audit. This was achieved due to the diligent efforts of recently resigned Principal of the Marine Academy David Royle and Boating Operations Manager Guy Wogan-Provo.

Our team of instructors are vastly experienced sailors with a wide range of sailing knowledge in all aspects of how to safely train sailing students of varying abilities from complete beginner to those seeking higher qualifications such as the International Certificate of Competence ICC and RYA Day Skipper.

As part of upskilling our instructors and boating operations staff for the Sailing Master CoC the CYCSA paid for Gordon Syme from Yachtmaster Sailing in Melbourne to deliver an RYA Marine Diesel Maintenance course which was very informative and potentially a course for the Marine Academy to add to our list of courses for Club members to access.

If anyone is interested in more information about the courses offered by the Marine Academy or has any input or ideas for future courses/programs please contact me at the email below or drop in to the Sailing Office on a Saturday to say hello.

I have been sailing since childhood when at the age of six my father Ted launched his home built 27 foot plywood cutter called Calypso in the mangroves of the Small Boat Club. Not long after, in order to keep me interested, he built me an eight foot Holdfast Trainer to sail about the back blocks of the Angus Inlet at the back of the Torrens Island power station. Rod Hunter, one of our RYA instructors and Scott Gurner, CYCSA owner and skipper of Bellatrix, were also part of this era in the mangroves.

Every Easter from the mid 1970s we would sail in convoy to Black Point and every summer until about 1983 we would sail to Rocky Point in Eastern Cove from which we all have great core memories of the joys of small yacht cruising in company.

As an adult, after graduating from teachers college at about 22 years old, I left South Australia and after landing in the Whitsundays began a parallel career in marine operations as a maintenance worker and sail guide at Hamilton Island Yacht Charters where Sunsail now resides. From this I ventured overseas to work as a Marine Fairer and Painter (commonly known as a ‘bogger’) in Falmouth UK followed by a stint of working in the Caribbean charter fleet in Antigua after finding a yacht in Gibraltar to cross the Atlantic on. The highlight of this was competing in Antigua Race Week on Evrika, a Swan 65 owned by Pink Floyd keyboard player Richard Wright. As a helmsman he was an excellent musician.

On returning to Australia I spent most of the 1990s working in Cairns as a Padi Scuba Diving Instructor and Master Five skipper of an 18 metre steel schooner called Ocean Free.

In my early 30s I began a career as a school teacher and after a chance meeting with Rod Hunter on a funded trip to Western Australia designed to encourage students to consider careers as a submariner, this led me after a few twists and turns, to become an RYA Yachtmaster Instructor and Principal of the CYCSA Marine Academy.

In closing I would like to massively thank David Royle for his many years of hard work in managing the Marine Academy and for the opportunities he provided me to gain my Offshore Yachtmaster, Cruising Instructor and Yachtmaster Instructor qualifications. I wish him all the best in his future endeavours and lots of success in the Finn dinghy class.

All the best for the festive season.

Peter Chambers Marine Academy Principal

peter.chambers@cycsa.com.au

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The Racing Program for the 2025-26 season started with a fabulous long weekend of racing, the fourth South Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta (read the article on page 22).

Bravo Sails Pre-Christmas Twilight Series This series is well underway with15 signed up for the series plus several casuals including Elliott 7s. Welcome to a new boat to the Club, Jenwho (Dennis Poole).

After six races with only one abandoned so far the results are Cruising A – Vulcan (Christopher Jones) leading with Rapid 1 (Lamshed/Cottam/Robinson) and Sintara (Derek Morrison) on equal points in second. The Ladies Helm was won by Sintara with Jo Pilmore helming.

Cruising B – Seduction (Mark Moore) in the lead with Jenwho just ahead of Aurora (Brenton Pegler) in third place. The Ladies Helm was won by Synergy with Inese Laine helming.

The Elliott 7s are racing windward/leeward courses with spinnakers and teams include YSF, She Sails, AUSC, Veterans and Open.

Inshore Series There are 16 races programmed for this season with three races run and two abandoned. Ocean Hawk and Kinetic Energy have moved from Division Two to Division One. PHS – In Division One Dr Feelgood 3 leads with Ocean Hawk (Steve Emery) and Kinetic Energy (Andy Shipp) equal second .

In Division Two Rocksalt (Denby Steele) is leading with Pure Magic (Haakmeester/ Holmes) in second and Rock On (Trevor Conyers) third.

AMS – In Division One Dr Feelgood 3 leads with Ocean Hawk and Kinetic Energy second on equal points.

In Division Two Outlier leads followed by Pure Magic and Rock On. IRC – Ocean Hawk leads with Dr Feelgood 3 second and Kinetic Energy third.

Short Offshore Series The Orontes Race was held on 18 October. Only one CYCSA boat had signed up for the series and Sintara took out second place on AMS in the combined fleet.

Yalumba Great Southern Regatta This was held on the weekend of 8/9 November with Mark Moore (PASC) as Race Officer. On the Saturday two races were abandoned even with a postponement due to strong winds and a messy sea state.

The decision was made to try and resail the races on the Sunday so there were four races to be run with race three a triangle course and races four, one and two windward/leeward courses of two laps each.

Read the regatta recap and results on the next page.

I would like to thank the regular Duty Crew who volunteer to run all the races and those who help when extra help is needed. The CYCSA is grateful and if anyone else would like to help please let us know.

Thank you also to our sponsors Yalumba Wines and Bravo Sails.

Inese Lainis Racing Administrator

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On-water photos by Neil Pentecost

The annual Great Southern Regatta was held over the second weekend in November.

Unfortunately, mother nature had other plans early on. With strong winds and unsuitable conditions on Saturday the Race Committee made the difficult but sensible decision to cancel racing for the day in the interests of safety.

The call was well received by competitors and many took the opportunity to enjoy the Club’s hospitality and soak up the camaraderie.

Sunday brought much better conditions but it was a busy day on the water. With four races scheduled back-to-back and only minutes between each, crews were kept on their toes from start to finish. Many participants felt the physical toll of the intense racing with some sore and weary by the end of the day. Well done to all entrants and congratulations to the divisional winners and placegetters.

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A heartfelt thank you goes to our regatta sponsor, Yalumba, whose ongoing support ensures that this event continues to provide a high-quality and memorable experience for all.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back next year for another fantastic Great Southern Regatta at the CYCSA.

Outlier

PHS Division 1: Game On 31 (Julian Newton/Jonathan Bannister), Vulcan (Chris Jones), 3 Cool Cats (Scott Mutton, RSAYS) PHS Division 2: Outlier (Ken Abbott), Mystery Taxi (Paul Henshall, RSAYS), Rock On (Trevor Conyers) AMS Division 1: Game On 31, 3 Cool Cats, Dr Feelgood 3 (Daniel McHolm) AMS Division 2: Mystery Taxi, Outlier, Rock On IRC Division 1: Game On 31, Vulcan, Ocean Hawk (Steve Emery)

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I’m Elana Connor, a writer on a singlehanded sailing circumnavigation with my dog, 16,000+ nautical miles and counting! My mission as a peregrina (pilgrim) is to travel simply and give freely.

Inspired by my past as a former foster child, Peregrina Sails is my grassroots mission to give my way around the world with the support of my patrons. I am creating global ripples of change that will result in a tidal wave of community support and inspiration for young people in state (aka foster) care everywhere.

We were privileged to enjoy an inspiring presentation from one of our newest Club members, Elana Connor, who shared the remarkable story of her solo voyage across the Pacific Ocean.

Sailing from San Francisco to Australia aboard her 34-foot yacht Windfola, and accompanied only by her loyal dog, Elana captured the room with tales of resilience and true ocean-going adventure.

To learn more about Elana’s journey or to support her meaningful cause, visit her website at: peregrinasails.com A heartfelt thank you to Elana for an entertaining and thought provoking evening and to all who joined us for another engaging Boating Conversations. We look forward to seeing you at the next one.

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In partnership with the communities we’ve encountered, we have raised well over $60,000 for local charities, inspired organiations to create and fund their own new programs for youth in care or do their own charity drives and even prompted local businesses to change by donating a percentage of profits to charities for care experienced youth.

Individuals are also taking this message to heart, finding their own ways to give from donating their old tents to a local youth homeless service, to getting their workplaces to match donations, to lobbying their local representatives to have better policies on supporting young people ageing out of state care, and becoming certified foster carers themselves.

October’s Boating Conversations shifted to a Thursday evening after the weekly draw instead of the usual Friday night and what a fantastic turnout it was with 60+ members and guests in Horizons Room.

After completing sailing courses similar to those offered by our own Marine Academy and gaining further experience through racing, Elana set off on the journey that would shape her life. Now happily settled in Adelaide and an active Senior Club member, she continues to inspire through both her sailing achievements and her advocacy work supporting foster youth.

Build partnerships in the greater Adelaide area to support and fundraise for organisations working with young people in and out of home/foster care.

I couldn’t do this without the community, those who support me already and those who we encounter along the way.

It is this connection, human to human, that enables us to make change for the next generation of young people.

As we voyage around the continent I sail into communities and identify a local charity providing support to under-served young folks (preferably through outdoor experiential education programs). I then connect the local sailing community to that charity by volunteering my own time doing free presentations, talks and teaching courses on my vessel, Windfola. In lieu of any fees I ask attendees to donate directly to the local charity, with the aim of sparking an ongoing relationship that lasts long after I depart.

In the words of James Baldwin, “The children are always ours, every single one of them, all over the globe.”

My goal is to circumnavigate over the next few years with just my dog for crew, and to sail with the humble heart of a pilgrim, seeking not to take from the places I visit, but to learn, give and share with others. – Elana Connor

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Here’s to more great marinas in 2026!

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Sailing the Mediterranean captures many a sailor’s imagination. Having just completed three months of wandering Greek and Turkish waters there have been many valuable lessons learnt, a few of which I share in this article.

Firstly, some background. I had spent a few weeks sailing with Club member Catherine on her Beneteau 43.3 in Greece and Türkiye a few years ago. In 2025 Catherine kindly offered her yacht Adele to explore Greece and Turkey again. I was familiar with Adele as a crew but now had the responsibility of Adele as Captain.

Adele, by coincidence, is stored on the Greek island of Leros as is Jemmaroo which is owned by CYCSA members Graeme and Gay Footer. The travels of Jemmaroo have been extensively published in Groundswell for many years. These articles provided valuable information detailing Graeme and Gay’s enjoyment of many summers in the Mediterranean.

Arriving at Artemis Boatyard in June we set about getting Adele ready for the summer sailing season. The staff at the family-run business was wonderfully welcoming and supportive giving us a positive start as first-timers. Preparing for the season was no small feat as besides getting the boat shipshape and stocked with provisions, the biggest hurdle was navigating the Greek formalities for launching. Since Adele is Australian registered she spends the off-season ‘in bond’ on the hardstand which meant we had to submit all the necessary paperwork and pay the required fees for Customs to release her to the Captain. It was then off to the Port Police to declare our intended voyage with police acknowledgement of lastminute changes due to variable Greek weather patterns.

Thankfully all the bureaucratic steps went smoothly with the helpful attitude of the Greek authorities making our initiation into Mediterranean cruising much less daunting than expected.

During June our journey ventured southward to Kalymnos, Kos and Symi prior to entering Turkey. We completed all the necessary procedures related to immigration and customs for the boat’s export, notified the Port Police as required and later left from Greek territorial waters for Turkey.

The crew were now having to count their European days.

Why? Schengen rules mean we can only be in the EU for 90

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days in 180 and the boat being non-VAT paid has obligations (another story). We arrived in Bozborum, Turkey, a non-EU country, which meant we stopped spending EU days. This had meant sailing eight nautical miles to Turkey and more formalities with a compulsory agent to assist. He was a largish chap on a scooter who promptly disappeared with our ship’s papers and passports leaving us to sit in the shade. Officially, we were now between countries, hoping to see him again.

After an hour all was done for a few 100 euros and we were cruising again.

The 90-day Schengen rule is an important consideration for anyone cruising the Mediterranean on a non-EU passport. It meant we needed to plan our route carefully, hopping in and out of EU waters to avoid overstaying and potentially copping hefty fines or being banned from returning. Turkey provided a convenient break from the EU Schengen clock, giving us a breather before returning to the Greek islands. For the boat the non-VAT paid status required us to keep an eye on how long Adele could stay in EU waters without attracting customs interest. Certainly something to be aware of when planning extended travels in this region.

Did I mention the Blue Card? It is about emptying holding tanks. The card in Turkey is now an electronic system that tracks the disposal of waste from boat holding tanks. Every two weeks we had to have the tanks emptied at an approved and hopefully an operational facility which was logged to our Blue Card, a requirement randomly enforced by the Turkish Coast Guard. Not only is this better for the environment but failing to comply can result in significant fines. It quickly became part of our routine to check our tanks, track the number of days and find an operational facility.

Throughout July our itinerary included destinations such as Marmaris, Kalkan, Kas and our easternmost point, Kekova.

During this journey we adapted to the challenges of closequarter Mediterranean mooring in both secluded bays and inlets, often close to traditional taverns where we could practise our Turkish. Moorings ranged from town wharves to occasional swing anchoring which presented a challenge due to Turkey’s considerable water depths and limited suitable areas. As newcomers we quickly learned that securing a

CRUISING THE GREEK DODECANESE ISLANDS AND TURKISH COAST proper mooring was a central aspect of each day. Navigating among charter boats, tourist vessels, traditional gullets and sizeable yachts, some reaching up to 350 feet, needed heightened awareness and adaptability.

A noteworthy stop was Fethiye, a large town which offered an extensive anchorage area at a manageable depth of five metres and convenient access to local markets and facilities.

Our stay at Yacht Classic provided an opportunity for rest and crew changes, featuring stern-tie berthing and amenities such as washing machines, modern bathrooms and pools.

The proximity to Göcek, a renowned sailing centre, meant we were never short of chandlers, provisioning options or a chance to catch up with other cruising Aussies. The scenery around the Gulf of Fethiye is simply stunning, dotted with pine-clad hills and sheltered bays that made for memorable anchorages albeit very crowded. In addition we explored both quiet and crowded spots like Dacta and Bodrum. A hectic anchorage could include a day of pink Porsche water cars and near-misses from banana boats and loud music ending by 4am. This chaos made Port Lincoln a highly desirable cruising destination.

First-time participants gradually became familiar with these maritime environments, gaining confidence with the sailing life of daily swimming, favourable weather and regional cuisine. Even local wines, when served slightly chilled, were found to be acceptable. Administrative requirements included updating the crew list as members joined or departed ensuring compliance with regulations.

Upon returning to Greece all necessary procedures and costs for travelling the 15 nautical miles to another country were completed including exit and entry fees. Entry into Greece took place at Kalymnos, a now-familiar port. An agent approached us upon arrival explaining potential complications with the new electronic system. The first timers quickly adapted, docking at the town wharf, paying their dues and enjoying Greek culture again.

We continued north past Leros to Lipsi, Patmos and finally Samos. Our daily travels brought new experiences. One particular highlight was joining a local event, an all-night wine festival at Omas, where traditional Greek music and dance was enjoyed until the wee hours of the morning. By chance another surprise was finding Dale Geddes and his family from the CYCSA aboard their yacht Bingo tied up alongside us. Catching up with long term cruisers from all over the world, both onshore and aboard their vessels, contributed significantly to the overall value of the journey.

Leaving Samos we had a brisk 19nm sail to a secluded anchorage on Thymaina in the Fourni islands. The following day we returned to Patmos to dock at the town wharf alongside approximately 100 other vessels. We took extra care to avoid crossing anchors during the reversing process which

is a common occurrence. The area offered cultural activities, with many historical sites, before we made a brief crossing to Arki. It is known for its tranquil bays interrupted only by the distant sound of goat bells. The region also featured some of the finest rustic taverns of the trip renowned for their quality goat dishes and vegetarian mezzos.

We returned to Lipsi to wait out the Meltemi, a strong wind familiar to seasoned sailors but new to first-time visitors. To check weather conditions we relied on the Windy forecasting application which visually shows adverse weather patterns, particularly the brown coloration denoting strong northnorth west winds descending through central Greece.

These conditions, compounded by catabatic winds from the mountains, underscored the necessity of finding a secure mooring location before the Meltemi arrival.

Following a final circuit around Leros we farewelled our final crew, CYCSA members and Marine Academy graduates who had gained invaluable hands-on knowledge about Mediterranean cruising. By the close of our journey we had become far more savvy picking up essential tips and appreciating what the comfort of South Australian waters provide where ample space, reliable forecasts and a familiar language makes sailing much easier. Still, this overseas adventure is something I wholeheartedly recommend for anyone keen to broaden their horizons.

There is, of course, so much more detail that could be shared about the experience but my main purpose is to let fellow members know just how different sailing abroad can be. It is invaluable to chat with those who have logged international miles, no matter the location, as their advice and insights can help you prepare for the unexpected and adapt more quickly to local requirements.

We truly had a brilliant time covering 760 nautical miles on Adele. We are deeply appreciative of Catherine’s generosity and her trust in us to take Adele out and about during a memorable part of the 2025 European season. The journey has left us with new skills, lifelong memories and a greater appreciation for the vibrant cruising community in the Mediterranean.

In closing I recommend our Club’s Marine Academy courses, particularly the Day Skipper qualification which will give you the required International Cruising Certificate (ICC) needed in most Mediterranean waters.

December’s Boating Conversation with Canadian cruisers, Kasper and Trish, from the beautiful yacht Starfire, about their adventures sailing the world further, adds fuel to the fire for many cruisers to keep venturing further afield.

Rod Hunter and Sallyann Geddes

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OPENING DAY 2025 FROM OUR FLAGS For those who couldn’t attend, we’ve included Commodore Andrew Saies’ Opening Day address delivered before a full house of members, guests and visiting Flags.

The Vice Commodore and Rear Commodore also share their own reflections on the day capturing the camaraderie, pride and optimism that marked the start of another great season at the CYCSA. Commodore, Andrew Saies It is an honour to have been appointed Commodore by the Board. I follow a bit of a Club tradition where Presidents have become Commodores or Commodores become Presidents but my daily double was separated by about eight years!

I would like to acknowledge and thank Mike Holmes for his service as outgoing Commodore. He dedicated considerable time to the role and did his very best in trying to organise me as Rear Commodore.

I look forward to connecting with members new and old in the Club and in particular with those in committee roles in the Associations. The Associations are the life force of our Club.

Having recently become a cruising yacht owner and now semiretired I have time and reason to commit to this important role.

In my ex-officio role on the Board I will bring forward member ideas and concerns as well as putting forward a few of my own. I want to hear your top three ideas or concerns… but not 30 only three. Choose wisely! Well, maybe three of each!

I am very passionate about this Club as it has been a very big part of my life and I want to see it continue to prosper and succeed.

Yes, there are challenges ahead and we will need as a Club to adapt and respond to the needs and expectations of the next generation of boat owners, berth owners and members generally. We will need to continue to pursue and promote competitive yacht racing as a sport but one that is inclusive of men and women, young and old and on all forms of craft that float and have a sail. Our traditional competition and boating participation platforms may need to take on quite different forms to remain relevant, enjoyable and viable.

Today is the start of a new season, let’s approach it with enthusiasm, friendship, tolerance for change and above all, support for this great Club.

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Vice Commodore, Di Schwerdt A unique kind of Opening Day took place this year when the weather tried to dominate the order of events. However, many of our Club staff, Flags, volunteers and members had put time into ensuring the day would be a success and to be on the safe side had planned two run sheets for the big event. Erring on the side of caution, with the SV One and All not available for the Sail Past, a potentially new tradition for the Club was born with our new Commodore mooring his own boat at the T-head in Marina West to take the salute. I think we could get used to it!

The morning began with a welcome to VIPs in the Horizons Room where guests were served refreshments before heading to Marina West to attend the Sail Past. We were pleased to welcome Commodore Donna Evans from Adelaide Sailing Club, Commodore Steve Eshman from Largs Bay SC, new Commodore Travis Robins from Port Adelaide SC, Commodore Dr Alan Down from the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron, Commodore Paul Crouch from St Kilda Boat Club, Commodore Chris Jenkins from Garden Island Yacht Club and Commodore Colette Smith from Glenelg Yacht Club.

We also warmly welcomed Tess McGrath, former Commodore of the CYCSA, Councillor Adrian Wotton, representing Claire Boan, Mayor of the City of Port Adelaide and Enfield Council, and fellow Councillor Vanessa Tulloch, Kylie Baker General Manager of Australian Sailing, CYCSA Life Members, CYCSA Club members and guests.

Flaunting the weather warning the official party and guests congregated in Marina West for the Sail Past led by the Elliott 7s, followed by the power boats with Huntress leading and in turn followed by the yachts with Tiff I Know in the lead. Ensign dipping and cap doffing was accompanied by ritual greetings from boat to Commodore and reply. It was great to watch the procession of neatly turned out vessels as they came in line withTrue Blue. With an eye on the sky there was a brisk return of boats to moorings and guests to the Clubhouse before the heavens opened.

Rear Commodore, Pat Catley Opening Day 2025 was my second as Rear Commodore and just as exciting as the first. The only thing to dampen the day was the predicted weather. However, somebody ‘up there’ was looking after us. The rain held off and Commodore Andrew Saies took his yacht, True Blue, around to Marina West and moored her where the One and All would have been. With two covered areas along the walkways and the skies still clear, a large crowd made their way down to watch as the boats sailed past.

Afternoon speeches were delivered to a thankfully dry audience. President David Roper presented the Commodore’s burgee to Andrew Saies who in turn presented Life Membership badges to Rod Hunter and Rob Sellick. The Commodore thanked our sponsors including our major sponsors, Yalumba, the longest, and St Louis Care, our newest. Geoff Catt presented 25 year badges and the Volunteer of the Year burgee to well-deserving and hardworking member, Darren Harvey.

It was good to hear mention made of winners of South Australian and Australian Sailing Awards: 2025 Female Sailor of the Year, Mary Ann Harvey; SheSails Award to the 2024 South Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta and Committee (SAWKR) comprising of Chair, Jacqueline Heffernan, Adrian Wotton, Kirsty Hammet, Mary Ann Harvey, Di Schwerdt, Desiree Le Francois, Barbara Beacham and Helen Kearney.

SAWKR was also named a finalist for the National Australian Sailing SheSails Award, an honour it later went on to win in Sydney. The Club is proud to be the recipient of the 2025 Clubs SA Heart of the Community Award. We are honoured that our efforts to give back to the community from youth programmes to veteran support, school partnerships, fundraising and helping to showcase South Australia have been recognised in this way.

Opening Day would not be the same without the usual delight of drinks, dinner and dancing. Many kicked up their heals to the music of SA’s premier cover band, Motel Music, and it would be fair to say that a good time was had by all!

Excited youngsters in the Elliotts started the proceedings and the three Flag Officers took the salute from the deck of True Blue. Power boats followed the Elliotts then the yachts. It’s always good to see the effort members have made to dress themselves and their boats for a theme. The RMS Titanic had us enthralled with a girl at the bow, her arms spread wide, an iceberg being towed from the stern, a face in the Crows Nest and chimneys along the deck.

‘Passengers’ were in a variety of costumes and a lot of thought and planning had gone into the idea and their prize for the Best Novelty Yacht was well deserved.

As we walked away from Marina West a roll of thunder could be heard and once we were safely back in the Clubhouse the rain came down. It couldn’t have been timed better!

For me, meeting Her Excellency, the Governor, for the first time was exciting. A casual, easy to talk to lady, Her Excellency led us in for the formal part of the day and gave our Club a great deal of praise. With the rain beating down outside Horizons was full and members with their guests flooded the bar area and bistro. It was a great day and it shows we can adapt to any circumstance with very little notice.

Photo: Our Flag Officers Pat Catley, Andrew Saies and Di Schwerdt pictured with Governor of South Australia, Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC.

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CYCSA OPENING DAY

OPENING DAY VESSEL AWARDS

Best Dressed Powerboat - Ithaca, Alan Cotton

Best Dressed Yacht - ‘Tiff I Know, Terry Denham

Best Dressed Crew (Powerboat) - Ithaca, Alan Cotton Best Dressed Crew (Yacht) - Shilo, Terry Beaston

Best Power Boat Novelty - Belissimo, Cosmo Sciaclepore Best Yacht Novelty - Sea Lark akaTitanic, Ryan Williams Lady Neal Award for Seamanship (Powerboat) Suzanne, Don Howell Lady Neal Award for Seamanship (Yacht) Geordie Bay, Roland Richardson

Congratulations to the following members who achieved the milestone of 25 years of Club membership this year.

They were: William Cinnamond, Trevor Conyers, Andrew Corletto, Peter Davidson, Keith Finch, Barrie Harrop, Paul Judge, Silas Nolan, Helen Prisk and Timothy Vreeker.

Thank you for your ongoing contribution to the well-being of this Club through your long-standing membership. Not all were able to attend on the day to accept their 25-year badge and certificate and those who were not present have received their badges by post.

Lady Neal Award for Seamanship Junior Most valued performer, Lucy Cree

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Don Howell

Andrew Corletto

Silas Nolan

Huntress

Mike Holmes

Paul Judge

Bravo Sails, Luke & Anne

Keith Finch

Helen Prisk

CYCSA OPENING DAY

Christine & VOY Darren Harvey

Ithaca

Life Members, Rob & Rod

Tiff I Know

Titanic / Sea Lark

Geordie Bay

Hoodie

Belissimo

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What an exciting women’s regatta we had in Adelaide this year! This was by far the largest women’s sailing event in the State, the fourth South Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta held by the CYCSA and its partner clubs, Port Adelaide Sailing Club and the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron. In Gulf St Vincent and the Port River over 160 women gathered on 30 boats to sail the three-day event in the spirit of competition and camaraderie. Coming from 31 Clubs around Australia, competitors represented five states.

the extraordinary Mary Ann Harvey, recruiter and match maker of boats and competitors; Kirsty Hammet, worker of magic in grant applications and research; Adrian Wotton, minister of finance and handicapper; Mikaila Thomson, newcomer and sponsorship wizard; Sue Kitto from the PASC, dedicated wrangler of river racing; Heather McIntyre from RSAYS, polished professional PR and media manager and Di Schwerdt, racing documents and Committee Chair.

The CYCSA’s new Commodore, Andrew Saies, a great supporter of our event, welcomed everyone to the Club and wished us all a great regatta. At the Friday evening briefing nationally accredited Principal Race Officer, Lou Hutton from RMYS, addressed the audience with regard to the finer points of the weather and likely courses. Race Officer Mark Moore updated us on the river weather and courses; Lisa Bettcher, Protest Chair, spoke about arbitration, protest procedures and the one turn penalty and Adrian Wotton addressed handicaps and related matters.

One of the highlights of this year’s event was having She Sails ambassador, Nic Douglass, aka Sailor Girl, as part of the fabric of the regatta doing a myriad of things including presenting prizes, running interviews, contributing to media coverage and, as guest speaker, chairing the after dinner panel, Maud Demazure and Saskia Groen-Int-Woud, on women and world sailing. Nic’s lively enthusiasm and skills contributed enormously to the enjoyment of the event. Both dinner events were booked out, one at the Port Adelaide Sailing Club and one at the CYCSA and the silent auction made a good number of the competitors very happy with their take-aways.

Our award-winning SAWKR Committee was acknowledged for its work in promoting women’s sailing and racing. Feedback has been highly encouraging and through the State Awards won over the past three years, and most recently, the National She Sails Award, SAWKR has been confirmed as an important event for women. Thank you to the SAWKR Committee 2025:

The regatta itself, six races over three days, included a mix of windward/leeward, triangle and fixed mark courses within a range of weather conditions that provided excellent competitive sailing for everyone. PHS results: Division 1 and 2 and Elliott 7 courses were run in the gulf while Division 3 competed in the Port River.

Red Missile ADF

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Maid of Plastic

On Day 1, Race 1 in Div 1, The XX Factor (Janet Thornley), Clockwork (Mary Ann Harvey) and Papillon (Barbara Parker), all three with good starts, took podium finishes while in Div 2 Quarante-deux (Candice Cushway), Young Einstein (Sophie Davidson) and Silent Partner (Karen van Riet) were first, second and third. In Div 3 Elanora (Louise Edwards), Maid of Plastic (Lucy Cree) and As You Wish (Jackie Dawson), took out the top three positions. In the Elliott 7s RPYC Wild Wild West (Stefanie Effenberger) took first, Footers AUSC (Mikaila Thomson) second, with Musto Derri-girls (Aurelie Chabrol) coming in at third.

between RPYC Wild Wild West and Footers AUSC to take out second place.

In Race 2 others nudged their way into some of the top positions. In Div 1 Rocksalt (Jacquie Cole) slid into third ahead of Xpresso and Papillon while in Div 2 The Bottom Line (Kirsten Roper) edged into second place ahead of Young Einstein in a tightly contested race. In Div 3 As You Wish took first followed by Maid of Plastic with Girlzown (Tricia Skewes) in third. In the Elliott 7s RPYC Wild Wild West claimed first with Wireless Women (Tatum Mackey) in second and Musto Derri-girls in third.

Race 5 in Div 1 Papillon placed first with Rocksalt second and Clockwork third. In Div 2 School’s Out won over Silent Partner and Quarante-deux and in Div 3 Elanora was first, Maid of Plastic second and As You Wish third. In the Elliotts Wireless Women was followed by Red Missile ADF then RPYC Wild Wild West.

In Race 3 a few changes in the order of finishing demonstrated the final result was still open to challenges. In Div 2 School’s Out (Trinity Woodley) claimed her first win over Divine Madness (Kaz Eaton) pushing Quarante-Deux down to third.

Among the Elliott 7s Red Missile ADF (Orla Gray) finished

Xpresso

Day 2 brought different weather and different challenges.

Eighteen knots of wind changed the dynamics in Race 4 but made only small changes to the results. In Div 1 Xpresso (Christine Rootsey) snatched first over Rocksalt and Clockwork while in Div 2 The Bottom Line secured first over Bite Me (M Demazure and S Groen Int Wood) in front of Quarante-deux. In Div 3 Maid of Plastic came in ahead of As You Wish and Elanora. In the Elliotts RPYC Wild Wild West placed ahead of Red Missile ADF and Wireless Women.

On Day 3 Race 6 at 12 knots was an easier sail rounding off the regatta. In Div 1 Get Yer Ya Ya’s Out (Debbie Colebatch) had her first win with Papillon second and Xpresso third.

In Div 2 Divine Madness took first place with Avant Garde (Jacqui Webb) next followed by Young Einstein. In Div 3 Girlzown came in ahead of Elanora and Maid of Plastic. In the Elliotts Footers AUSC was first over Red Missile ADF then ASC Nauti-girls (Summer Newman).

The XX Factor

Bite Me Photos by Down Under Sail

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Photo by Bob Pearce

We owe our thanks to many people who helped make this regatta an outstanding success. To our wonderful sponsors and supporters, a heartfelt ‘thank you’ for your invaluable help. A special thank you to the City of Port Adelaide and Enfield for the significant grant made to the regatta and for their continuing support for women’s sport.

Thank you also to the boat owners whose generosity every year enables more and more women to sail in the regatta as we cannot continue to grow without your fantastic help; Christine Rootsey, Lee Haakmeester, David Roper, David Fawcett, Derek Morrison, Troy Smith, Wayne Fry, Anthony Wilson, Marc Read, Lloyd Cushway, Rob Sellick, Denby Steel and Adrian Wotton.

Thank you to our wonderful volunteers who make sure that all our bases are covered, we couldn’t put on this event without you. Thanks to Rear Commodore, Pat Catley and her team who fed and watered the hungry hordes that descended on the patio BBQ area after each day’s racing.

Great work keeping up with their needs! And of course, a huge thank you to the CYCSA staff who helped in so many ways over the last several months. What a team! We love working with you all. Special thanks to Inese, Racing Administrator and Mellissa, Marketing & Communications.

Di Schwerdt

Thanks also to Commodore Andrew Saies, Derek Morrison and Charlie Ryan-Kane (Commodore AUSC) for taking spectators out onto the water for a close-up of the racing.

PERPETUAL TROPHIES Best Novice Skipper Trophy (donated by Helen Willmer) - Mikaila Thomson (Footers AUSC) The Spirit of Sailing Trophy (made possible through a City of Port Adelaide and Enfield grant) – Christine Rootsey (Xpresso) Most Improved Trophy (also made possible through City of PAE grant) – Kaz Eaton (Divine Madness) Trophy for Best Placed Owner/Skipper – Jacqui Dawson (As You Wish) Outstanding Boat of the Regatta (donated by Tess McGrath) – Quarante-deux (Candice Cushway)

The Bottom Line

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Inese with Nic Douglass

Mayor Claire Boan presenting Spirit of Sailing A

Award

SA WOMEN’S KEELBOAT REGATTA

SAWKR

OVERALL RESULTS

POST SAWKR MCLAREN VALE WINE TOUR

Elliott 7s

PHS

1st

Wild Wild West (RPYC)

Stefanie Effenberger

2nd

Red Missile ADF

Orla Gray

3rd

Footers AUSC

Mikaila Thomson

The post SAWKR wine tour returned to McLaren Vale this year. We journeyed to Paxton Winery and Dog Ridge Winery for lovely wine tastings in the morning. Our last destination was to Bec Hardy Winery (one of our major sponsors) for a tasting which was led expertly by Bec.

Elliott 7s

One Design

1st

Wild Wild West (RPYC)

Stefanie Effenberger

2nd

Red Missile ADF

Orla Gray

3rd

Wireless Women

Tatum Mackey

Division 1

PHS

1st

The XX Factor

Janet Thornley

2nd

Clockwork

Mary Ann Harvey

3rd

Rocksalt

Jacqui Cole

Division 2

PHS

1st

Quarante-Deux

Candice Cushway

2nd

School’s Out

Trinity Woodley

3rd

The Bottom Line

Kirsten Roper

Division 2

AMS

1st

Quarante-Deux

Candice Cushway

2nd

Silent Partner

Karen Van Riet

3rd

School’s Out

Trinity Woodley

Division 3

PHS

1st

Elanora

Louise Edwards

2nd

Maid Of Plastic

Lucy Cree

3rd

As You Wish

Jackie Dawson

Best Novice Skipper

This was followed by a lovely lunch and return to the CYCSA via a chocolate shop and coffee in McLaren Vale. What a wonderful way to relax after three days of working hard out on the water.

BBQ Volunteers

Wild Wild West, RPYC

As You Wish

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Is your boat sitting in the marina this summer? Have you got leave that should be taken? Do you need a holiday with lots of rest and relaxation with a touch of adventure?

I have the answer for you… Spencer Gulf is your neighbourhood Whitsundays. It is time for you to clean the growth off your boat’s hull and put in your leave forms, find some crew and set sail.

January and February are amazing in Spencer Gulf but it’s never too late to throw off the lines and set sail. March and April are renowned for being a great time of year with kinder winds and mild weather.

Hidden jewels of Spencer Gulf are waiting to be discovered.

It is a sailor’s maritime frontier. With Bass Strait to the east, the Great Australian Bight to the west and the relentless domination of the Southern Ocean to the south keeping many sailors at bay, too few sailors find their way from Gulf St Vincent to the jewels within Spencer Gulf. From the fearless adventures of Matthew Flinders and Nicolas Baudin to the more recent wanderings of Jamie Cowell and the adventurous sailors who undertake the annual Adelaide to Port Lincoln Bluewater Classic, there is an opportunity not to be missed for every sailor.

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With trepidation aspiring sailors whisper of the ferocity of Backstairs Passage, Investigator Strait. It is renowned to be a ferocious environment of steep seas, tidal currents and competing south-east and southwest swells. This is further exacerbated by the compressed weather systems between Yorke Peninsula and Kangaroo Island which can create winds that defy forecasting algorithms. All these maritime challenges can be managed with skilled seamanship. With the support of experienced and knowledgeable yachting skippers and their hardened crew, a confidence and skill can be mentored to aspiring yachties to take the adventure around the foot of Yorke Peninsula and into the secret jewel of Spencer Gulf.

Spencer Gulf is a wonderland of islands, bays, coves and beaches providing swimming, fishing and sandcastles on secluded beach hideaways. There are no moorings, no marinas, no commercial cruises and rarely more than a solo yacht in a bay. This is a sailors wonderland, much as it was for Flinders and Bourdain in the 1800s.

Spencer Gulf offers the beauty of the Whitsundays with the added serenity of exclusive anchorages and desolate beaches. It is a destination envied by the sailing world. You may be the owner of a 20 foot trailer sailer or a 64 foot power boat, a monohull, a trimaran or catamaran. Everyone on every budget can have access to the wonder-filled Spencer Gulf.

The 2025 summer season in Spencer Gulf had perfect sailing conditions, perfect swimming and in the perfect company of other yachties I would not want to be anywhere else in the world. We sail with long horizons, beautiful blue skies with wispy white clouds, short passages to different islands and leisurely or demanding walks, whichever takes your fancy.

The marine life and bird life is so easily within reach, always friendly, curious and playful, except for the sharks.

For the history buff, the exploits of Mathew Flinders and the French Explorer Boudin, offer a wealth of history that can begin at the Sten Ross Museum in Port Lincoln and continue with you as you journey amongst the islands.

A highlight of sailing in Spencer Gulf is without doubt the local sailors who warmly welcome you to this jewel which they call home. They will readily share their knowledge of favourite anchorages, the occasional fishing spot, wildlife expertise and most importantly the local weather patterns.

The cruising summer of 2025 afforded us to enjoy the Spencer Gulf southern waters. For those who ventured through Backstairs Passage this year they were rewarded with the most amazing weather cycles. The steady winds made ideal sailing instead of motoring to destinations and we even had a chance to fly an asymmetrical all the way from Reevesby to Spalding Cove.

2025 has been extraordinarily ideal sailing to beautiful islands, friendly sea life, seafood dinners, isolated beaches, bushland touching the long white sandy beaches, stunning sunsets, lazy days on beaches, a rich history of exploration and the occasional neighbouring yachts who are always friendly.

Firstly the challenge is to passage plan for the crossing of Backstairs Passage which is known to be treacherous water.

Stories are made of rough seas and head winds with limited anchorages along the way. There is another version of stories when the passage has fair winds and kindly seas for a comfortable sail. Tarni Warra’s most recent crossing was tail winds with a poled-out headsail for two days. Whilst a little rolly, it was far more comfortable than a head wind or the drone of a motor because of no wind.

The dread to venture beyond the Gulf St Vincent can be laid to rest when three aspects are considered. A successful crossing requires flexible dates to leave, interpreting the weather forecasts for favourable winds and having boat and crew ready.

A wise sailor will seek the advice of Club members who have gone before, build their knowledge to understand the weather forecasts and its implications for when to go, sailing and anchorages, undertaking training to manage their boat and crew in all conditions and equipping their boat with the necessary items. With a commitment to build your skills prior to going you to can have an enjoyable safe trip.

Images courtesy of Take 2 Photography

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SPENCER GULF: A SAILOR’S PARADISE Whilst there are many boating apps, websites and programs to help you on the way, it is always prudent to have the skills, knowledge and experience to keep a good lookout, assess the environment you are in and always be prepared for the possibility of something unexpected happening.

Relying solely on your technology may be an unintended danger to you, your crew and boat.

Once arriving in Spencer Gulf water, the anchorage options expand widely but must always be considered in the context of weather forecasts, current observations of weather and tidal activity.

The first stop is often West Cape, Yorke Peninsula after crossing Backstairs Passage. The majestic high sandstone cliffs provide tranquil protection from anything with south and east in it. The rocky outcrop of reef at the southern side of the entrance also provides additional wave and swell protection. A warning for a boat in this Cape is if there is any indication of northerly or westerly winds. This means it is time to get out as the wind, waves and swell can make a delayed departure dangerous.

At Port Lincoln the front beach between the jetty and silos provides great protection from weather southwest to southeast. Excellent access to facilities is an easy dingy ride with a wander up the beach. Within a five minute walk there are supermarkets, fuel station, doctors, chemists, fishing tackle shops, bakery, restaurants and cafes. The local yacht club on the beach is open to the public on a Friday night. A favourite is Del Giorno’s Café for a coffee and pizza while washing is at the laundromat around the corner. Rod always picks up 20 litres of diesel at the Shell petrol station across the street as it is an easy carry back to the dinghy. Once stocked up the real adventure begins.

Within Boston Harbour there is a lengthy list of anchorages for all weather conditions, especially within Spalding Cove and around Boston Island. No long passages are required, just a need to keep an eye out for fish farms and other boats and a watch on the weather. Local identity, Cookie, has sailed many miles within this bay still finding beauty in the ever-changing dynamics of sea, weather and land.

The Spalding Cove bays provide sandy anchorages with access to many bush walks to western coastlines and to the top of Stamford Hill. Swimming is a real treat on the sandy shoreline with occasional entertainment from dolphins, seals and Pacific Gulls. Fran warns that special attention must be made not to disturb the Hooded Plovers who nest on the beach this time of year. Tarni Warra’s favourite anchorages include Fisherman’s Point, Engine Point, Surfleet, bottom of Spalding Cove and Flinders Monument Beach. My favourite activities in this area are to lie in a hammock, swim to shore and have sundowners on the beach with crew from neighbouring anchored yachts.

Boston Island has a variety of small bays to enjoy with local boaties. The bays are best enjoyed during the day before moving to more secure overnight anchorages. Favourites include Cemetery Beach, Squeaky Beach and Picnic Beach.

There is also the infamous Rotten Bay which provides the only important protection from the north wind. The next adventures are a little further afield.

To go north a wonderful world is found within the Sir Joseph Banks Group of Islands. Reevesby Island is the main attraction with stunning beaches, great fishing, wildlife and pioneer history. Within the lagoon at Home Beach a boatie can venture across the isthmus to the wilder western coastline for some body surfing and exploration of the old homestead. “Beware of snakes and wear closed shoes and keep an eye out when walking inland” was the advice from local, Cherie. Bazz issues a warm invitation to follow the local rule “to have only one campfire on the Home Beach

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which invites a camaraderie with all in the lagoon to come together for the sharing of stories, songs and a meal.” Partney Island nestles on the western side of the same lagoon. Admiral Allen gives us a reminder to use: “This is a handy anchorage if an unexpected north west to south west comes your way.” An absolute treasure is Morton Bay at the northern tip of Revesby Island. The wide sandy beaches are pristine, the water is warm and shallow for easy swimming, the bird life keeps you mesmerised and the beach is long enough for an easy stroll and opportunity to venture over to McCoy Bay. It is a rare treat but one to watch for in the weather which will allow you to sail around to the western side of the island. McCoy Bay is wind swept and more rugged with rocky outcrops. The opportunity to be rewarded with interesting weather worn salvage is available for the wanderer along these beaches. Blithe Island at the northern tip of Hareby Island and to the southwest, Langton Island, provide a special treat as a day trip from Reevesby Island. Bronwyn shares her memory of this island: “It was one of the most special experiences to swim with the seals in crystal clear water.”

To go south means going around Donnington Point and into Thorny Passage toward the Southern Ocean. Memory Cove provides a secure anchorage before rounding Cape Catastrophe. In the cove you will enjoy great fishing and stunning lookouts to neighbouring islands. “It felt like I was looking at the Whitsundays” describes Amanda. For the history buff there is a sad page of history for Mathew Flinders when he lost five crew in this area. The restrictions on bush camping make for a quiet anchorage. The sandy beach is perfect for picnics or BBQs and swimming in the shallows. Taylor Island provides good protection from easterlies if you must leave Memory Cove and if you are lucky you can catch a few whiting. “But no luck for me this time,” says Andrew. A great deviation from Memory Cove to Taylor Island is via Grindal Island to see the seals. “A quiet cuppa on the bow of my boat and some patience rewarded me with curious seals venturing to our boat and dinghy and general lolling about on the rocks as the seals revealed themselves,” was a personal highlight for Sallyann.

Going east for all returning to Adelaide will be your homeward journey, hopefully with favourable winds at your beam.

Wedge Island and Thistle Island provide opportunities for anchoring but only if weather permits. Along these islands you will be rewarded with amazing sandstone cliffs, great fishing and if you are lucky, the endangered osprey nesting.

“Beware of the many rocky outcrops to the north of these two islands,” was Rod’s warning. It is critical you use all your navigation tools and always keep an all points lookout. Some of these rocks are submerged and only visible when there is a rough sea.

With the right preparation and a spirit of adventure a sailor will find Spencer Gulf an inviting and manageable challenge.

Armed with reliable resources like paper maps, anchorage guides and modern apps such as BOM MetEye and Garmin Navionics, your journey will be well-supported and navigable.

So let the winds guide your sail from Gulf St Vincent into the welcoming embrace of Spencer Gulf. The promise of diverse landscapes, rich history and tranquil anchorages awaits.

Embark on this exhilarating adventure and create your own maritime stories to cherish and share.

Sallyann Geddes

HARD COPY • Paper maps of Spencer Gulf • Anchoring and Anchorages in Southern Waters, Jamie Cowell • The Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron Anchorages book • Encountering Terra Australis: The Australian Voyages of Nicolas Baudin and Matthew Flinders ONLINE AND APPS • BOM MetEye • Windy: Wind map & weather forecast • Predict Wind • Garmin Navionics: Charts & maps • Jack and Judy website WILDLIFE • Shark Watch SA, website and Facebook • Bird Life – Friends of Osprey on Facebook • National Parks and Wildlife, website and Facebook SAILING COMMUNITY • CYCSA Cruising Association member events • CYCSA Cruising Facebook Group • Port Lincoln Yacht Club open to the public on Fridays • Port Lincoln Marina SAIL TRAINING • CYCSA Marine Academy courses • Private engagement of a CYCSA instructor on your own boat

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CRUISING ASSOCIATION NEWS

Members’ Elliott Day – Saturday 18 October

The Cruising Association’s new initiative, inviting Club members for a day on the Elliotts, was not only fun but also brought out some impressive club competitiveness. It was fantastic to see our Club President, Commodore, Board Members and fellow sailors embrace the opportunity to connect and enjoy sailing these valuable Club assets.

After a short practice session in exceptional sailing conditions, the fleet of six Elliotts launched into a series of fast-paced, short novelty races. Youth Sailing Foundation Head Coach Luke Alison and Club volunteer Michael Nettle did an outstanding job aboard the safety RIB, setting courses and keeping the fleet actively engaged.

A special shout-out to a number of members who had never raced before and gave it a go. Well done! And sincere appreciation to our volunteer skippers for helping the event run smoothly and ensuring everyone had a good time. Bruised and tired, everyone loved it.

Many members are already asking when the next one will be and how they can join in. Stay tuned!

Club BBQ – Saturday 8 November

A relaxed and enjoyable evening brought together members from the Port Adelaide Sailing Club and CYCSA for a night of food, live music and Club camaraderie.

A big thank you to ‘Salty Pete’ (Pete Chambers) for his fantastic live entertainment. Pete is not only a respected musician and sailor but he has also recently stepped into the role of Marine Academy Principal and Chief Instructor. We look forward to seeing the Academy develop under his leadership. Congratulations Pete!

The complimentary Club ice-cream scoop bar was once again a favourite.

Volunteers Jack Didyk and Michelle Bloffwitch kept busy serving a steady stream of happy members while Christine Harvey’s delicious toppings were a hit, thank you.

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CRUISING ASSOCIATION NEWS South Australian Cruise Rally 21–23 November

What a spectacular weekend! The inaugural South Australian Cruise Rally 2025 to Port Vincent saw more than 45 boats cross Gulf St Vincent. Vessels departing on Friday were treated to smooth, downwind conditions while Saturday’s group encountered intermittent showers and calm seas. Sunday’s return sail was nothing short of magical, a perfect end to a memorable weekend.

Many thanks to the CYCSA, PASC, RSAYS, SKBC, and GYC for working together to deliver such a standout event.

From fleet departures to social gatherings, including Friday night’s dinner at the Port Vincent Bowls Club, Saturday lunch at the Ventnor Hotel and the Saturday night presentations at the marina clubhouse, the weekend was a true celebration of our sailing community.

Even a regional SA power outage on Saturday at 4pm (originally expected to last until 10:15 pm) didn’t phase our seasoned sailors. Thankfully, power was restored earlier than forecast, allowing electric BBQs to fire up, heaters and lights to come on, and the party to continue in true sailor tradition.

Special acknowledgement goes to Nathan Bennett from PASC who helped champion the idea and played a key role in making it happen. Appreciation also to the CYCSA staff who went above and beyond to ensure a seamless and enjoyable marina experience for all.

Save the Dates More information will be shared on Club noticeboards, the Club website, and the CYCSA Cruising Facebook group as each event approaches.

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Kangaroo Island New Year’s Eve Party – 31 December Join us at Rocky Point for one of our most popular annual celebrations!

Ballast Head Cup – 1 January 2026

Cruise Down Under 24–26 January (Long Weekend) Join the fleet to Aldinga Beach to watch Stage 4 of the Tour Down Under from the ocean side. After the actionpacked cycling event, followed by fish and chips on the beach, the Cruising Association plans to sail across the Gulf to Stansbury and make the most of the Long Weekend.

Port Victoria 150-Year Celebrations – 6–9 March 2026 Don’t miss this special Spencer Gulf cruise commemorating South Australia’s rich maritime history.

With tall ships One and All sailing from Adelaide and the Søren Larsen arriving from Sydney, it promises to be an unforgettable event, whether you arrive by sea or by road.

Important Note: Sailing in Spencer Gulf requires careful passage planning. Skippers must assess their vessel’s capability and seaworthiness before undertaking the journey.

Ballast Head Cup Reminder 1 January 2026 This casual novelty race is the first yacht race of the new year, worldwide! Whether you are putting a crew together or looking to join one, we would love to see you take part. Last year saw a stunning fleet on display in Eastern Cove.

Who will take Line Honours this year?

If there’s only one race you join this year, make it this one as it’s designed especially with cruisers in mind.

Get Involved

Do you have ideas for future events or want to join the Cruising Association Committee?

We would love to hear from you. The committee values members who share a passion for our club, the boating community, and the spirit of the sea.

Special thanks to Andrew Saies for preserving this cherished Club tradition and to Adrian Wotton for coordinating the event. A dedicated team of Club members also volunteer each year to ensure a great course is set.

Note: A self-audit Australian Sailing Cat 6 is required.

Check your insurance policy as most now permit racing for courses under 25nm (which this is). Easy!

Thank You to Our Sponsors

We gratefully acknowledge Charlesworth Nuts and Heynen Planning Consultants for their continued support of the Cruising Association and their commitment to our club community.

Stay connected – Scan the QR code to join our Facebook Cruising group.

Stay Connected Stay up to date with the latest news, events and cruising plans through our CYCSA Cruising Facebook Group, Club noticeboards, CYCSA website and email newsletters.

Darren Harvey Cruising Association Chair

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BOATS AT THE CLUB This is another in the series of articles aimed at providing you with an insight into new boats and other boats of interest at the Club. Contact Patricia Catley through the Club if you are interested in having your boat featured here.

Free Fallin is a 2010 Beneteau Oceanis 43.3 that lives in Marina West. She is a sailing vessel that has a focus on comfort and stability for long-distance cruising. Her owner, Darren Harvey, is the chairperson of CYCSA Cruising Association and says this boat is perfect for him and his wife Christine to sail away for months at a time. Free Fallin was purchased by them in 2021 and they still appreciate the boat’s performance. I am delighted to share their boat and sailing adventures with Club members.

Free Fallin is a cruising yacht which doesn’t mind a race here or there. She won the Cruising Division in the Adelaide to Port Lincoln race when owned by her previous owner, Steve Harrington. More recently with Darren at the helm she won the Kangaroo Island 2025 Ballast Head Cup Jamie Cowell Memorial Trophy for best newcomer. That was cause for a big celebration! With two queen berths at the stern and a king in the v-berth there is plenty of room. The spacious cockpit with wheel steering allows abundant room to move before stepping below into a comfortable saloon for a meal from the fully fitted out galley. This yacht is perfect for a celebration with a party atmosphere.

Prior to being owned by the Harveys Free Fallin was owned

by Steve and Carolyn Harrington (now owners of Golden Cowrie) who had purchased her in Melbourne when she was 18 months old. Steve sold the boat to Mark and Kate Johns (now owners of Elouise) who four years later sold it to Darren and Christine. Both previous owners love to see Free Fallin on the water and share a special connection as Free Fallers. The boat has a life raft and a tender that has been given its own name of Splat.

Before buying Free Fallin Darren and Christine owned power boats and enjoyed scuba diving, spending their time exploring Western Australian and overseas waters. Now they are enjoying South Australia sailing around Gulf St Vincent and beyond exploring South Australia’s beautiful coastline. They especially like Stansbury where they can pick up a mooring and go ashore for a good coffee in the Butcher Shop. They have played with seals at Spilsby Island and visited numerous anchorages around Port Lincoln, the Sir Joseph Banks group

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and Kangaroo Island. Darren is competent at analysing a chart and finding unmarked safe havens. Sailing in company is always enjoyable and they particularly liked discovering the Coffin Bay region with a group of CYCSA buddy yachts and swimming in the clear crisp coves then finishing the day with a group BBQ on a remote beach.

Future plans are to explore more of the unique and secluded South Australian waters. They believe cruising should not be hurried and they take time and enjoy what many people do in a few days.

Darren and Christine’s yachting life began in 2017 when Darren skippered a 43ft luxury Bali catamaran in the Whitsundays for eight non-sailors who they only met briefly the previous year when they were all stranded by flooding in Maree while on their way camping at the Big Red Bash in Birdsville. They have both completed CYCSA Marine Academy courses, assisted many yachting friends with interstate deliveries and skippered bareboat charters in Queensland and New Caledonia.

Each year the CYCSA chooses a volunteer who has worked hard for the Club and organised events that brought people together. For the year 2025-2026 our Volunteer of the Year is Darren Harvey. Darren was praised for his endless contributions of representing the CYCSA to Veteran Sailing, the SAMMN committee lobbying the state government for moorings and legislation and connecting all South Australian cruisers. Darren and his wife Christine have organised many cruising events for all cruisers not just within the CYCSA. I’m sure there are many more tales to tell and even more cruising adventures ahead. Darren is easy to contact via the Club if you would like to know more about cruising so don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Thank you Darren and Christine for sharing your boat and adventures with Club members.

Pat Catley

Windormar is a classic boat berthed in Marina West.

I don’t often get that way but seeing this beautiful craft has made me vow to check the western marina more often. Windormar is owned by Club member Michael Battye and he invited me on board to see the hard work he has put in to restoring her.

Michael can’t quite recall the precise moment he decided to buy a boat. He says it was a gradual thing. He wasn’t a sailor and never really thought about boats, much less owning one, but one day he found himself looking at boats for sale. The ones that always drew his eyes were old, timber and a bit down at the heel. After much searching he eventually found her, Windormar, a timber motor sailer built in 1963.

Renowned shipwright Case Dusink built Windormar in Williamstown, Victoria to a design by American naval architect Philip Rhodes of New York City who is known as one of the best yacht designers of the 20th century. She was designed as a comfortable fishing boat, sufficiently seaworthy to stay out in heavy weather. She is a heavy, highly modified trawler type motor sailer with high freeboard and a sweeping shear. Though not a smart sailer, use of her sails are very effective in steadying the boat in beam seas.

When Michael found Windormar she was lying in Metung in the Gippsland Lakes. She looked pretty from a distance but closer examination revealed a boat that was on the way out. She was filthy and damp and much of her equipment was old and barely hanging on. Everything was painted a drab cream that was yellowing with age.

She was leaking through her decks and there were places where rot had set in. So, naturally, Michael immediately fell in love and bought her. Initially he wanted to sail her to South Australia but wisely was talked out of it and she was transported by truck.

Michael has spent the last three years working tirelessly to restore and update his boat to be a splendid work of art. Hundreds of hours, and far too many dollars later, he is close to finishing the restoration. He feels that with just a few more embellishments Windormar will be back to her best. Michael was born the year she was built and his hope is that she will continue to grace the seas long after he has gone.

Below deck are two spacious berths amidships, a double v-berth up forward and she has two electric heads. The settee/dinette converts to another double. The galley has a two-burner stove, oven and grill and there is plenty of storage. From the spacious cockpit you step into the enclosed helm station with excellent all-round vision. Headroom throughout is 2.1m making it comfortable to move around.

The length overall of Windormar is 13.9m. Her beam is 4.06m and she draws 1.37m. Her displacement is 22 tonnes. The planking is 1½ inch Huon pine fastened with copper nails to laminated hardwood ribs. Garboard planks port and starboard and three planks up are of Jarrah for additional strength. The boat’s deck is 32mm beech laid and caulked. Her engines are General Motors GM 453s twin counter rotating heat exchanger cooled and supercharged. Her fuel capacity is 2000 litres held in two tanks and she has 800 litres of water held in four tanks.

Michael’s plan for the future is to cruise South Australia’s gulf waters and perhaps, one day, a voyage up the east coast of Australia. Michael has transformed a sad and lonely boat into a vessel he can be proud of. She felt comfortable and was easy to move around in and I have no doubt Michael will spend many happy days and nights on board, both on and off the marina.

His wife Lee loves what she calls their ‘picnic cruises’. That’s out and back for the day to enjoy lunch anchored off their home on South Esplanade, Glenelg. She is also looking forward to joining Michael on some longer voyages. His 92 year old parents also enjoy going out for day trips and he built a sturdy gangway to help them get aboard. I found that very useful too!

Thank you Michael for sharing your boat with Club members and I wish you many happy days at sea.

Pat Catley

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FISHING ASSOCIATION

SA FISHING UPDATE: NOVEMBER 2025

Since early March this year South Australians have observed a rapid decline in fishing opportunities both from the shore and from boats due to the entrenched nature of the current algal bloom. Those chasing our local Calamari, Garfish, Tommies and Whiting have been disappointed. Let’s hope the reduced catch limits help preserve and enhance our fish stocks going forward.

Having said that, while metropolitan fishing and many Gulf St Vincent locations have not been particularly productive, there are good fishing opportunities for those who are willing to travel further afield.

Spencer Gulf appears to have not been so severely affected with locations like Port Victoria to Hardwick Bay (Point Turton) producing some solid King George Whiting fishing. Further north in Spencer Gulf around Port Augusta King Fish have been putting on a great show for those fishermen rigged for heavy duty encounters.

For me the offshore reefs around Kangaroo Island are the most exciting and are producing great fish at present. If you are not confident to take your own boat to these locations there are a few reliable charter operators operating from Wirrina and Cape Jarvis who will look after you very well. I was personally out with Southern Fishing Charters recently and had a great day. It did take a few days for my arms to recover from the action but it was excellent fun.

Recently it was announced that the major algal culprit is Karenia Cristata, not the Karenia Mikimotoi variety that was identified at the early stages of the outbreak. The Karenia variety had not been previously recorded in Australian waters with only two prior instances documented globally, in South Africa and off the coast of Canada. It is understood that this algae survives best in cold conditions hence it is anticipated that with the warmer weather ahead of us that it should start to reduce its prevalence.

I encourage all readers to consult the algalbloom.sa.gov.au website for up to date information about the algal bloom and what is happening in the marine environment.

Peter Schembri

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Cockling Day Postponed Our November Cockling Day event at Goolwa Beach was postponed due to the algal bloom, as naturally harvested cockles could pose a health risk if consumed. As a precaution, the event was postponed until further notice, pending official confirmation that it is safe to proceed.

Stay connected – Scan the QR code to join our Facebook Fishing group.

CLUB MEMBERS BBQ

The October Club’s Members BBQ (hosted by the Fishing Association) for the new season kicked off with a real BANG (or should I say back-fire), thanks to the great attendance of over 70 members and their families.

The smell of finely cooked Aussie and gourmet sausages, lamb chops and a steak or two was enough to entice other visitors to the Club to come and have a look at what was going on.

Or perhaps it was the four beautiful shining new Porsches lined up on the Club lawns overlooking our marina, provided by Porsche Centre Adelaide, for display and play, that brought many others out of the Bistro and clubrooms

to peek at these unique sports cars.

Even Bridgit couldn’t resist unhitching herself from the bar and having a look.

Maybe it was the Riviera 505 SUV purring in the Eastern Marina with its lights ablaze, doors and hatches open that resulted in a few of our guests burning a sausage of two as they forgot about the BBQ and became totally captured by this gorgeous white dream!

As a bonus to the displays of luxury cars and boat we were fortunate to have a very mild October evening that simply added to the pleasure of a lovely night out enjoying our Club facilities and each other’s company.

Our thanks to Rafal Starporski from Porsche Centre Adelaide and his partner Erin for making the cars and many super door prizes available and to Michael Pitman and Tim Cowen from R Marine at Glenelg for providing the Riviera 505 SUV (which is for sale) and a huge basket of goodies also as a door prize. We did try to convince these guys to make the boat a door prize but not this time. Maybe at the next Fishing Association BBQ! None-the-less everyone went home a winner.

Vadis Rodato

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MINUTES OF THE AGM OF THE CYCSA Minutes of the Annual General Meeting of The Cruising Yacht Club of SA Inc. Held at the Cruising Yacht Club of SA, North Haven SA. Thursday 18 September 2025 at 7.00pm.

WELCOME The President and Chairman of the meeting, Mr David Roper, formally declared the meeting open and welcomed all members to the AGM. Attendance and apologies: A full list of attendees and apologies is at the end of this document.

A. CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES Adrian Wotton proposed that the minutes of the 2024 Annual General Meeting held on Thursday 19 September 2024 be adopted, Pat Catley seconded the motion. The Chairman declared the motion passed.

MOTION: That the Associations’ annual reports presented at the 2025 All-Associations AGM and written in the Clubs Annual Report be received and accepted was moved by Peter Schembri and seconded by Andrew Saies. Chairman declared the motion passed.

2. FINANCIAL REPORT

In addition to the Treasurer’s Report as published in the Annual Report, the Treasurer Mark Hutton with the aid of a screen presentation gave an overview of the 2024/2025 financial performance: • •

B. GENERAL BUSINESS

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Cruising Association Report Darren Harvey gave a summary for the Cruising Association activity over the past year:

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1. ANNUAL REPORTS

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The Association had a successful year Thank you to the dedicated committee and support of the sponsors Activity of the Association has grown as well as the level of participation Club BBQs have been successful with great turn outs Recent highlight – Port Adelaide history/art tour Hosting a members come and try day for the Elliotts in October SA Cruise Rally over to Port Vincent will be held November 22-23 November Port Victoria's 150th-anniversary celebration next year with a tall ship event There was a set back with the Public Mooring Program cancelled Extended thanks to the Board Members for their support over the last 12 months

Fishing Association Report Peter Schembri gave a summary for the Fishing Association activity over the past year: • • • •

Hosted on water events over the past 12 months including Crabbing Day and Cockling Day. It has been a challenge to increase participation numbers and this is a key area to be worked on this year The Fishing Association have continued to offer its members services such as the bait freezer Encourage members to make use of fishing charters in the new year or multi day fishing trips

Racing Association Report was submitted and taken as read. Rob Human was an apology for this meeting.

Social Association Adrian Wilson gave a summary for the Social Association activity over the past year: • • • •

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Great year last year with many events hosted successfully by a great committee.

Three major events, Italian Night, Kids Christmas party, and the All Associations Christmas Bash Looking forward to the next 12 months with the return of events such as High Tea, Easter Egg Hunt and Quiz Night Introducing new events like Chinese New Year this year.

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The Club received an unqualified report by the auditors on the 2024/25 financial reports Club remains solvent, but growth of costs exceeding growth of income Sinking fund returned strong results Growth in Membership, fees and corporate fees – lifeblood of the Club Wages contained Rested Sinking Fund for a few years to preserve capital and it tracked well compared to Morningstar Marina East (ME) replacement now a priority, some parts in a dilapidated condition, polystyrene saturated, attachments affecting the structural integrity Hydrant services will maintain normal water pressure but if MFS were to use it there would be issues Plan to spread estimated cost of $7M to replace ME structure over a period of time to be determined Need to spend $300k to replace hydrant system in the shorter term, will then put together a staged replacement of ME over the next three or four years, in an accelerated program doing one finger at a time with A/B row first then other three fingers over subsequent years. Will need to look at alternative finance options to preserve the Sinking Fund Going through modelling finances vs SF or hybrid model

Questions from the floor: •

We’ve been paying corporate fees, where has the money been spent and why has the fire/Marina East structure taken this long.

• If depreciation is greater then the money being spent on maintaining infrastructure then that is of concern.

• Will the members be advised of the costings associated with this major project.

Mark advised that the Club’s appointed Auditors, Dean Newbery & Partners have given an unqualified report on the Club’s 2024/25 Financial Statements which was accepted by the Board.

MOTION: That the 2024/2025 Financials be accepted as a true and correct record was moved by Lee Haakmeester seconded by Derek Morrison. Chairman declared the motion passed.

David Roper noted that Dean Newbery and Partners have been Club auditors for a number of years. This year’s recommendation by the Board was to appoint Dean Newbery and Partners to continue on as the Club’s auditors and to undertake a review for next financial year.

MOTION:That Dean Newbery & Partners be re-appointed as auditors for the 2025/26 year was moved by Andrew Saies and seconded by Vadis Rodato. Chairman declared the motion passed.

3. COMMODORE’S REPORT

Vice Commodore Di Schwerdt presented the Commodore’s report on behalf of Mike Holmes, who was an apology for this meeting:

MINUTES OF THE AGM OF THE CYCSA •

Completing his first year as Commodore has been a great honour • The volunteers can not be thanked enough for their hard work • Thanked members for their ongoing support • Encourages everyone to keep involved in the Club and its events to keep it vibrant • The Marine Academy continues to add new training programs • Recognised the successful partnerships with the Adelaide University Sailing Club and Veteran Sailing • Acknowledged all associations for being involved in the upgrading of the BBQ area and encourages everyone to use this space • Took time to remember the individuals the Club lost over the past year • Commended Dan Turner as he continues his solo voyage in the Mini Globe Race • Encourages a focus on bringing in new members to the Club • Expressed how proud he is of the Club and what a joy being a member brings to all of us and how lucky we are to call this Club our own Announcement of the Volunteer of the Year, with presentation to be held on Opening Day – the recipient is Darren Harvey.

MOTION:That the 2024/25 Commodore’s Report be accepted was moved by Patricia Catley and seconded by Geoff Catt.

Chairman declared the motion passed.

A member raised a concern regarding the conduct of another member who was not present at the meeting. The Chair noted that individual conduct matters are dealt with under the Club’s Code of Conduct/complaints procedure and directed that any complaint be submitted through that process.

4. PRESIDENT’S REPORT

David Roper tabled the President’s report for the 2024/2025 year as published in the Annual Report.

David made some observations: • • • • • • •

Defence steering group has been established Three-month period without a General Manager (GM) this year Decision this week to recruit new GM to allow current GM to use his skillset to focus on the recently discovered compliance issues Three Club vessels are currently non-compliant so management are liaising with agencies to investigate alternatives to ensure courses meet new requirements Beverage three-year contract is being negotiated which would result in cheaper beer Thank you to Garth Heynen and Mark Johns for their service on the Board Thanks to the dedicated staff and volunteers

MOTION: That the 2024/25 President’s Report be accepted was moved by Denby Steele and seconded by Darren Harvey.

Chairman declared the motion passed.

Question from the floor: • •

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5. BOARD OF MANAGEMENT

The Chairman advised that at closure of nominations at 5pm on Thursday 21 August 2025, there were seven nominations for the seven vacant positions on the Board of Management.

The General Manager introduced the new Board:

David Roper, Mark Hutton, Dorreen Perrin, Amanda Rice, Troy Smith, David Hughes (apology for this meeting) and Aaron Low. C. OTHER BUSINESS

The Board has put forward two nominees for Life Membership.

In doing so it has followed its documented policy which aims to consistently and objectively apply recommendations for nominations against a set of criteria developed a number of years ago.

David Roper asked the audience if they wanted any further discussion or questions. There were none.

Rob Sellick asked to leave the room for the next motion vote.

MOTION:To approve Life Membership for Rob Sellick.

Moved by Andrew Saies and seconded by Greg Patten.

The Chairman declared the motion passed with over two thirds of the majority of eligible voting Senior members.

Congratulations to Rob. Rod Hunter asked to leave the room for the next motion vote.

MOTION: To approve Life Membership for Rod Hunter Moved by Geoff Catt and seconded by Barbara Page.

The Chairman declared the motion passed with over two thirds of the majority of eligible voting Senior members.

Congratulations to Rod. Meeting Closed at 8.26pm LIST OF ATTENDEES AND APOLOGIES Attendees: Anthony Belton, Patricia Catley, Robert Catley, Geoff Catt, Jack Didyk, Jeff Dinham, Robert Graham, John Grevins, Jonathan Harry, Darren Harvey, Jacqeline Heffernan, Marty Heffernan, Garth Heynen, Rod Hunter, Mark Hutton, Mark Johns, Ian Leach. Peter Lucas, Howard Murton, Ian Neville, Ian Patterson, Andrew Perrone, Doreen Perrin, Richard Pope, Amanda Rice, David Roper, Dianne Schwerdt, Robert Sellick, Peter Sheridan, Denby Steele, Adrian Wotton.

Apologies: Craig Evans, Robert Moore, Mike Holmes, Peter Newmarch, David Hughes, Chris Morphett, Terry Denham, Ian Patterson, Vladamir Humenuik, Graeme Footer, Gay Footer, John Gerard, Kerry Lampard, Jason Meyer, David Gaffney, Gerard Hughes.

If Southern Investigator were shorter then would some of the compliance issues be reduced? Answer is yes Is the Board looking to replace Southern Investigator?

That is one possibility, the other is to ensure participants of courses are bona fide members but currently investigating how that is defined A member wanted to express a word of thanks to the Board and confidences in the work they do

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CYCSA BERTH CLASSIFIEDS | A HOME FOR YOUR BOAT MARINA EAST NORTH HAVEN CYCSA Marina East has berthing for 240 vessels up to 22 metres and 150 hardstanding berths up to 12 metres.

(Note: ‘s’ denotes single berth, ‘tw’ denotes twin berth and ‘T’ denotes berth at T Head). All prices include GST. BERTHS FOR SALE - MARINA EAST 8m tw: F01, F02 - from $35,000, C11 - $35,000 All offers considered C12, - $6,000 All offered considered, C08 - $10,000 All offers considered, C13 - $33,000 10m tw: A09, A10, from $30,000, A14 - $20,000 offers considered A35 - $5,000 ono, A28, A38, F09, F28 - All offers considered A40 - $9,000 All offers considered, A21 - $15,000 F14 - $18,000 - all offers considered, F18 - $20,000 F25 - $15,000, A20, F26 - Reduced to $20,000 F34 - All offers considered, F37, F38 - All offers considered A32 - $10,000 All reasonable offers considered 10m s: A12 - from $73,000, A05 - $35,000 - All offers considered A25 - All offers considered, A03 - $30,000 reduced 11m tw: A41 - $35,000 12m tw: D20, D35, from $29,000, D28 -$35,000 - All offers considered D19 - $22,000, D36 - $15,000 - offers considered D37 - $20,000 - All offers considered URGENT SALE E13 - All offers considered E26, E27, E30, E31 - $35,000 All offers considered 12m s: D08, D17, E07, E10, - from $60,000 D04, D21, E03, E04, E05, E22, E23 - All offers considered D18 - Reduced to $40,000 - All offers considered E32 - $30,000 - All offers considered, E33 - $40,000 13m tw: C23 - Reduced to $40,000 - All offers considered A44 - Reduced to $25,000 - All offers considered 13m s: D40 - $60,000 14m s: A46 - $65,000, C24, - $120,000 C29 - $100,000 offers considered 15m s: C35- from $145,000, B32 - $65,000 - offers considered B26 - $115,000, B31 - All offers considered 16m s: B20 -$159,000, B16 - $110,000 - offers considered B22 - $150,000 - All offers considered HARDSTANDS FOR SALE 9m: HS54 from $3,500, HS22 – $3,400, HS81, HS82 – $3,300 HS64 – $3,200 ono, HS09, HS72, HS90 – $3,000 HS23, HS20 – $2,500, HS12 – under offer, HS70 – $1,500 HS10 - by negotiation – contact club for information 12m: HS123 – $5,500, HS124 – $5,500

MARINA WEST NORTH HAVEN It is the larger berths that make Marina West appealing to many potential buyers. Berths range from 11m to 35m, (Note: all berths in Marina West are single berths).

BERTHS FOR SALE - MARINA WEST 11m: M03 - Reduced to $60,000 - All offers considered suitable for a catamaran, M04 - under offer 14m: M07 - $40,000 - All offers considered 15m: N03 - under offer, M08 - All offers considered 17m: J19, J20 - from $150,000 J09 - Reasonable offers considered J08, J10 - All offers considered 18m: M10 - $99,000 - offers considered 20m: K07, K08, - from $135,000, K01 - under offer K05 - All reasonable offers considered K10 - All offers considered, L02 - $195,000 25m: M14 - $290,000 27m: M16 - All offers considered 30m: K16 - $475,000 BERTHS FOR SALE AT PORT VINCENT MARINA 10m tw: A02, A05, A17, A18, A21, A23 – from $15,000 A20 – $12,000, A08 – $10,000 A10 – all offers considered 12m tw: C53, C63 – from $28,000 B29, B33 – $5,000 offers considered C60 – Reduced to $20,000 B34, C61 – All offers considered 12m s: B44, C47 – from $29,000 B25 – $25,000 – All offers considered 14m s: D70 – $40,000 – offers considered D78 – from $45,000, D77– Offers invited D73 – $25,000, C29 – $100,000 offers considered 15m s: D84 – $39,000, D85 – $45,000 – ONO 20m T: A12 – $200,000, B35 – $125,000 24m T: C58 – All offers considered

All berth sales and leasing enquiries to Eryn: Ph: (08) 8248 4222 | berthing@cycsa.com.au Information correct at time of printing and subject to change.

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