Groundswell September 2024

S E R V I C E S

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CRUISING YACHT CLUB OF SA BOARD OF MANAGEMENT President Treasurer

David Roper Mark Hutton Garth Heynen Jacqueline Heffernan Mark Johns Doreen Perrin Troy Smith

FLAG OFFICERS Commodore Vice Commodore Rear Commodores PATRON

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT

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AT THE HELM WITH OUR GM

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FROM OUR VICE COMMODORE

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FLYING THE FLAG

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RACING REPORT

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MARINE ACADEMY REPORT

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YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION UPDATE

Mike Holmes Dianne Schwerdt Jeff Dinham

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OUR LADIES AT AWKR

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DAN’S MINI GLOBE RACE CAMPAIGN

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TEN MORE TIPS FOR CAT SAILORS

The Honourable Kevin Scarce AC CSC RANR

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GUIDE TO OFF-SHORE RACING

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SOCIAL ASSOCIATION UPDATE

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FISHING ASSOCIATION NEWS

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BOATS AT THE CLUB: GAME ON 31

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CRUISING ASSOCIATION UPDATE

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CYCSA BERTH CLASSIFIEDS

STAFF General Manager Financial Controller Financial Administrator Marketing & Communications Marina Berth Operations Administrator Reception & Member Services Marine Academy Principal Sailing Operations Manager Racing Administrator YSF Head Coach Hospitality Manager Head Chef Port Vincent Marina Manager

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Adam Hays Kerry O’Brien Cathy Menzel Mellissa Vahoumis Eryn Wyithe Kimberley Murray David Royle Greg Allison Inese Lainis Luke Allison Haresh Singh Camillo Crugnale Rob Marner

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COMMITTEES Members Committee Chair Fishing Association Chair Racing Association Chair Cruising Association Chair Social Association Chair

Mike Holmes Peter Schembri Rob Human Darren Harvey Giorgi Gauci

LIFE MEMBERS

Geoff Boettcher Arthur F Carolan (Dec’d) Geoffrey R Catt Craig A Evans Richard H Fidock AO Graeme L Footer John D Gerard James A Henry (Dec’d) Malcolm A Kinnaird AC (Dec’d) Peter J Page (Dec’d) Andrew D Saies

EDITORS OF GROUNDSWELL

Gay Footer, Mellissa Vahoumis, Pat Catley, Dianne Schwerdt

Advertising & contributions to Mellissa: mellissa@cycsa.com.au Registered by Australia Post Publication No PP565001/00184 ISSN 1039-4230 Printed by Newstyle Printing Graphic design by Mellissa Vahoumis Volume 41 | Edition 3

Phone: 08 8248 4222 Email: reception@cycsa.com.au Web: www.cycsa.com.au Phone Port Vincent: 0414 611 110 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

Cover photo: Game On 31, photo courtesy of Down Under Sail

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT

The Club’s Board has been busy behind the scenes reviewing finances, managing risks, meeting legislative requirements and guiding and supporting management as needed. As we come to the completion of the current Board members’ 12 month term, I would like to thank every one of them for their hard work this year.

We’ve had several challenges and opportunities to tackle, and I congratulate the Board for their insight and preparedness to ask the hard questions and make decisions in a constructive and professional manner.

One of the standout achievements this year has been the progress made on developing and implementing our long-term strategy, focussing on increasing member experience and participation, improving the number and quality of events and increasing the value of our marina berths. These initiatives are not just about enhancing our Club's physical assets but also about enriching the overall experience for our members and ensuring that CYCSA remains a premier destination for yachting enthusiasts in South Australia.

I have very much enjoyed participating in a number of Withdrawn to Club activities this year. While Kirsten and I haven’t fund been able to attend every Club event, weInvested have in overwater Date particularly enjoyed Crabbing Day, RacingPortfolio Presentationassets May-20 $ 5,845,236 $ Night, Italian Night, the Cruising Association’s visits Aug-20 $Sailing 5,555,649 to Port Vincent and the Port Adelaide Club-$ 340,000 Nov-20 Coming $ 5,900,816 -$ 340,000 and various Boating Conversations. up on Feb-21 $ 6,045,637 our agenda are the Commodore’s Dinner in mid- -$ 340,000 May-21Regatta $ 6,463,013 -$ 340,000 September, SA Women’s Keelboat in early Aug-21 $ 6,451,643 -$ 720,000 October and Opening Day in late October.

Nov-21 $

6,383,029 -$

720,000

I would also like to echo our General Feb-22 Manager’s $ 6,329,256 -$ 720,000 acknowledgment of Nick Bice who has$ been a May-22 6,379,617 -$ 720,000 Aug-22as$ Commodore.

6,285,577 -$ I 720,000 tremendous asset during his tenure $ 6,486,484 also congratulate Mike Holmes Nov-22 for stepping up as -$ our 720,000 Feb-23 $ 6,498,092 -$ 720,000 new Commodore in June.

May-23 $ 6,113,544 -$ 1,028,000 Aug-23 $ 6,361,694 -$ 1,034,000 Nov-23 $ 6,327,218 -$ 1,034,000 Port Vincent Marina Development Jan-24 $ 6,733,582 -$ 1,034,000 Members will be aware of the Lillis Group’s plans-$ 1,034,000 Feb-24 $ 6,850,962 to develop residential townhouses and commercial Mar-24 $ 6,969,002 -$ 1,034,000 amenities at Port Vincent Marina.

Apr-24 $ 6,872,263 -$ 1,034,000 May-24 entered $ 6,921,324 To support this our Club has recently into -$ 1,034,000 Jun-24 $ 7,095,184 a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with key -$ 1,034,000 $ 7,309,730 -$ 1,034,000 stakeholders, including the YorkeJul-24 Peninsula Council,

Flinders Ports Holdings, Lillis Group and Victory Consulting, to explore this and other significant marine infrastructure developments at Port Vincent Marina.

The MOU outlines a collaborative effort to enhance the marina's capabilities and local tourism by investigating the feasibility of a new ferry service (with metropolitan Adelaide), deepening the coastal channel for larger vessels, and revitalising ‘Buttons Beach’ to improve amenities for the local community and visitors.

The outcome of these efforts could significantly enhance the Port Vincent Marina as a premier regional destination, benefiting both CYCSA members and the wider community.

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Financials The Club’s end-of-financial-year results (June 2023 to May 2024) have been very pleasing with a $446,000 operating surplus (before Tax, Depreciation, Amortisation and Investments). This surplus has funded the Club’s capital improvement program. Our Net Surplus of $801,000 was also well above budget primarily due to (unrealised) improvement in the market value of our Sinking Fund.

The Club’s earnings for June 2024 were above budget which is a fantastic start to our new year.

Capital improvement expenditure at the Club in the past year was in the following areas: Club House (includes 60K for Sailing Ops transportable) $93,899 Grounds (includes 219K to replace firewater piping) $230,287 Ramp $5,770 CYCSA Vessels $39,436 Marina Refurbishment of Port Vincent and Marina East (likely Sinking Fund) $83,708 Total $453,100 The Club’s ‘Sinking Fund’ (for the long-term refurbishment of our marinas) is continuing to rise and fall with the share market. The balance of the Sinking Fund on 31st July 2024 was as follows: Sinking Fund Value (Jul 2024) $7,000,000

Sinking Fund Value (July 2024)

$6,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,000,000

Invested in Portfolio

$3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $-$1,000,000 -$2,000,000

Withdrawn to fund overwater assets May-20 Jul-20 Sep-20 Nov-20 Jan-21 Mar-21 May-21 Jul-21 Sep-21 Nov-21 Jan-22 Mar-22 May-22 Jul-22 Sep-22 Nov-22 Jan-23 Mar-23 May-23 Jul-23 Sep-23 Nov-23 Jan-24 Mar-24 May-24 Jul-24

As I reflect on the past year our Club has navigated both successes and challenges with resilience and enthusiasm. From the growth in membership to the various successful events we've hosted, the collective efforts of our members, staff and volunteers have been truly commendable. Our ability to adapt to changing circumstances while maintaining the camaraderie and spirit that define the CYCSA is something we can all take pride in. Looking ahead we are eager to build on these achievements and continue to enhance the experiences we offer to all members.

Invested in Portfolio

Withdrawn to fund overwater assets

A comparison of this against our chosen benchmark is as follows:

I look forward to seeing you at the Club’s 2024-25 Opening Day and during the upcoming summer season which are just around the corner.

David Roper

FROM THE HELM As we embrace the transition into a new season we’ve enjoyed a remarkably mild winter and some delightful spring weather. This positive start sets the stage for a thrilling spring and summer of sailing, promising exciting on-water experiences for all our members.

This time of year traditionally brings a quieter period at the Club, allowing us to reflect on the past year assess our achievements and set new goals. As we approach the AGM we are pleased to report the Club is in great shape, having performed well throughout 2023/24.

There was a significant change in Club leadership with the official transition of our Club Commodore role. We bid a heartfelt farewell to Nick Bice who has been an exceptional Commodore over the past two years, notably guiding us through our 50th year celebrations. Nick’s contributions to the Board, Management and various Committees have been invaluable and we wish him all the best in his new career path.

We are excited to welcome Mike Holmes as our new Commodore and Di Schwerdt as Vice Commodore. Mike, who has admirably stepped into the role over recent months, is already making his mark with new initiatives such as ’Coffee with the Commodore’. This approachable nature and openness to member feedback are sure to benefit the Club greatly.

From May to July our Club experienced IT issues that impacted our Administration and Hospitality services. This resulted in a month-long delay of our regular cash jackpot at our Thursday Members Draw and some disruptions in our accounts department. We’re pleased to announce that these issues have been resolved and everything is now back to normal. We appreciate your patience and support during this time, especially our dedicated staff.

We’re confident these improvements will enhance the Club moving forward.

Our Associations have been buzzing with activity and we extend our gratitude to all members who have supported recent events. The Italian Night, organised by the Social Association was a resounding success with 200 attendees enjoying a delectable Italian feast and lively entertainment

by Angelo and tenor Henry Olonga.

The Cruising Association’s Port Adelaide weekend was a fantastic new addition to their calendar and the Fishing Association’s Seafood Spectacular once again impressed with superb food, great company and an enjoyable fish quiz.

We also extend a warm welcome to Heynen Planning Consultants, our newest sponsor. HPC’s alignment with both the Club and the Cruising Association has already led to the implementation of the new ’Mega Mooring’ at Stansbury, designed to accommodate larger vessels.

Our 2024 Opening Day is taking shape and promises to be a spectacular event. Invitations have been sent and we’re looking forward to kicking off on Friday 25 October with a special Boating Conversations session featuring ocean racer, Campbell Mackie.

Members are encouraged to make a weekend of it and stay on their boats, enjoy an Opening Day breakfast and prepare for the annual Sail Past. The day will once again feature the Sail Past lucky draw for all participants with generous restaurant vouchers up for grabs along with the annual seamanship and novelty boat and crew prizes for best dressed. The day will feature the official opening of the season with awards, fantastic all-day food and drink specials and live entertainment by South Australia’s premier Fleetwood Mac cover band playing all the favourites mixed with many other vintage hits of the 60s to 90s.

A reminder to all sailors, we’d love to see you out on Wednesday nights this twilight season. For more information on participating, finding crew or any other queries about twilights please contact the Race Office.

Finally I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone associated with the Club for their contributions over the past financial year. Also, to our members, whose engagement and participation bring the vibrant energy that makes the CYCSA a wonderful place. To the more than 100 volunteers, whose dedication and hard work across various events and initiatives have been invaluable in shaping the Club along with our dedicated staff for their ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional service and facilities ensuring that every visitor to the CYCSA has a positive experience.Thank you all for your continued support and efforts.

Fair winds and great sailing. We look forward to seeing you around the Club.

Adam Hays General Manager

Open Communication & Suggestion Box Reminder Members This is a friendly reminder that our Management and Board are always approachable and ready to discuss any member issues or concerns you may have. We value open communication and encourage you to reach out to us directly with your thoughts and feedback.

Additionally, we would like to remind you that the Club has a suggestion box located in the foyer, which can be accessed at any time. We welcome and appreciate your input as it helps us continuously improve and enhance your Club experience.

Thank you for being an integral part of our community.

CYCSA Management

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FROM OUR COMMODORE Hi everyone When I wrote for the last issue of Groundswell back in mid-May, I had no idea that I was going to be thrust into the limelight to fill the Commodore seat for the retiring Nick Bice. It is such a great honour to be given the opportunity to serve the Club and you, our members, as your Commodore. I would like to thank Nick and wish him all the best in his very demanding international role with Southern Spars.

For this report I am acting as Commodore from now until when the AGM happens in September. I would like to thank the CYCSA Board for asking me to fill this role and I would also like to thank Di Schwerdt for stepping up as ViceCommodore. I greatly appreciate the role Di performs for the Club and of course thanks go to our Rear Commodore, Jeff Dinham, who continues in his role.

The period over winter is normally the quiet time at the Club for on-water activities where members perhaps perform a bit of boat maintenance or the lucky ones take off north to sunnier states. The super lucky ones even go overseas!

Back at the Club there has been quite a lot going on which you can read about in the various reports spread throughout this excellent magazine. I would like to point out a few of the events I have been witness to, and provide kudos to those volunteers involved.

Rod Hunter put on an excellent Boating Conversation about celestial navigation hosted by Mike Lewis. It is truly impressive that talented sailors can achieve this. However, I will stick to the convenience of having multiple GPS devices on board!

Well done to Rod for putting these events on.

Coming out of an all Associations meeting we agreed to create a focus group to re-vamp the BBQ area with input from our Social, Cruising and Fishing groups. Hopefully we will have more to report on this for the next Groundswell.

In closing I am glad to say there is a lot going on at the Club and it is all down to the volunteers who make it happen. Let’s get ready for the summer season, Opening Day, BBQs and warm evenings. Happy boating everyone!

Mike Holmes Commodore

In June and July we had our winter racing series running between the CYCSA and RSAYS, for both two-hand and fully crewed. I got to sail with a bunch of handy sailors on board Vulcan (skippered by Chris Jones) who have chosen to try racing on the weekend after doing twilights last year. This is an excellent introduction to more competitive but highly rewarding sailing, with terrific support from our REX Chairperson, Rob Human. We really need to see more boats this summer ‘crossing-over’ from twilights on Wednesdays to try Saturdays, which mostly have the same safety needs (costs) as your mid-week warriors. Get in touch with the Club to find out how we can help if you’re interested to learn more.

In July I went to a superb home-cooked three course meal at the Port Adelaide Sailing Club (PASC), as the Cruising Association ran an inter-club weekend of entertainment in the Port. The weather was shocking but I got to meet quite a few of our members (both power and sail boat) to hear their stories. Thank you to the PASC for hosting us.

I also ran a Saturday morning ‘Coffee with the Commodore’ as an informal way of getting to know more members.

Thank you for those that attended and I look forward to running another event in future.

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

Helen Christou, Mary Christou, Mark Clayton, Andrew Dobie, Wayne Gant, Margaret Gore, Robert Graham, Donald Halley, Jeremy Hamlyn, David Hartog, Kelly Lacey, Bernd Lorenzen, Lorenzo Mazzocchetti, Sally Morley, Scott Morrison, Paul Naish, Doug Nicholas, Gerrit Ruff, Antonio Scarfo, Paul Senior, John Simpson, Brian Smith, Caroline Smith, Stuart Tucker and Roger Willans.

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CLUB NEWS Welcome New Club Sponsor: Heynen Planning Consultants Heynen Planning Consultants (HPC) was established in 1993 and has been ‘planning with a purpose’ for over 30 years. We are an independent planning consultancy that:

Respects and values the generational thinking of our clients;

Garth Heynen, the Founder and Director of HPC, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the helm including a Bachelor of Arts in Town Planning from SAIT, a Graduate Diploma in Regional and Urban Planning, a Graduate Diploma in Property from the University of SA, corporate membership of the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA), a former member of the RAPI (SA) Executive Board and the Housing Committee of the Master Builders Association.

Garth was also a senior advisor to the Local Government Association (SA) on planning matters for several years.

Provides expert witness evidence in the Environment, Resources and Development Court; and

Garth is passionate about the Club and is a Board Member, having joined the Club three years ago and bringing Annie, a Sunseeker Portofino 53, to the Club from Cottage Point, NSW.

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Conceptualises viable development outcomes;

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Master plans and creates strategies to secure planning consents;

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Navigates and de-mystifies the planning system;

Facilitates the re-zoning of land;

Regularly issues planning consent decisions as South Australia’s most experienced Deemed-to-Satisfy Accredited Professional.

At the heart of our services is a passionate team of five professionals with significant experience and genuine care for the projects and people we work with. We pride ourselves on delivering outcomes with ethics, integrity and quality.

Around the Club you will see Garth and Larissa enjoying the Club environment, relaxing on Annie or out on the water.

Garth is proud to be a Senior Member and sponsor of the Cruising Yacht Club of SA and can be contacted on 08 8271 7944 or 0417 848 061.

For more information: www.heynenplanning.com.au

Join the Crew: Volunteer Opportunities at the CYCSA

As we set sail into another exciting season at our beloved Club we’re calling on our amazing members to join us in seizing new opportunities. We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are eager to contribute and be part of something special. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or just passionate about our Club, there’s a place for you among our dedicated team of volunteers.

We value our volunteers and want to show our appreciation.

Here are some exclusive benefits that come with being part of our volunteer team: •

Welcome Package: Receive a warm welcome email from a Club representative and proudly wear your new CYCSA Volunteer shirt.

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Event Discount: Enjoy early access to annual Club events at 10% off the ticket price for you and your partner, making your participation even more rewarding.

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Discounted Club Merchandise: Receive exclusive discounts on Club gear and apparel. Volunteers receive 20% discount (where applicable).

How to Get Involved Getting started is easy! Simply reach out to our General Manager, Adam Hays at adam.hays@cycsa.com.au

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Exclusive Invitation: Invitation to annual volunteer appreciation BBQ and drinks social gathering.

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Volunteer Recognition: Feature in our Club magazine and the opportunity to be nominated in local and state awards (where appropriate).

By stepping up as a volunteer you’re not only helping our Club thrive but also enriching your own experience. Volunteering is an excellent opportunity to forge stronger connections with fellow members and build lasting friendships. You’ll also develop new skills and gain a behind-the-scenes perspective on our events, contributing directly to their success and getting closer to the action at regattas and social gatherings.

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Free Training Workshops: Access to workshops and training sessions to enhance your skills. (All certified training/upskilling requests from Associations/Committees will be considered).

Set your course for new adventures and become a part of our vibrant volunteer crew today. Together, let’s continue to make the CYCSA a place where everyone feels at home and every event is a success. We can’t wait to welcome you aboard.

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RAY EVANS 27/11/39 – 21/6/24

PETER TEAKLE 19/10/51 – 14/6/24 Peter Teakle was Foundation Member Number 241 and spent a varied and interesting life.

During his time at the Club he owned a Spencer 30’ yacht called Bad Company which was berthed in ‘A’ row for many years. In the very early years of the Club Dick Fidock and Rob Sellick formed the Racing Association and Peter joined them as part of the inaugural committee.

He is also recognised, together with Jim Runnegar, with starting the twilight racing at the Club.

Peter owned Collotype Labels for many years and the business printed wine bottle labels so when the Club produced a Club Port in the time of the original General Manager, Jim Henry, Peter had the labels printed. Two more bottlings ensued when Robin Pennock and Ian McKenzie were the Managers and he also organised the printing of those labels.

After sailing in an Adelaide to Port Lincoln Yacht Race Peter fell in love with the town and the area and decided it would be the perfect place to retire. He retained his membership and association with our Club as an Absentee/Country Member.

Peter resided in Port Lincoln for many years until his death and was very involved with the Port Lincoln Yacht Club. He mentored youth sailing by donating three yachts to their program and for several years sponsored the Teakle Classic Lincoln Week Regatta and the Peter Teakle Blue Water Classic. He also sponsored the Port Lincoln Tuna Classic and having a love of speed on the land and owning a collection of classic Ferraris, he sponsored the Teakle Autosprint Port Lincoln.

Born on 27 November 1939 Ray was christened Raymond Barry but everybody called him ‘Ray’ and that was how he liked it. He was the youngest of 11 children and very much a Lefevre Peninsula boy having been born at Glanville, attended the local schools, bought his first family home in Osborne and then moved to where he spent the rest of his life at Lady Gowrie Drive Largs North.

Ray’s love of the sea began as a member of the Semaphore Surf Life Saving Club and playing Water Polo. As an adult he joined the Adelaide Speedboat Club and raced on a friend’s boat but preferred being a ‘course marshal’ in his own boat called Apollo. The seeds of volunteering were sown and he went on to devote most of his adult life to volunteering in and around boats.

Ray spent many years at the Largs Bay Sailing Club and was awarded Life Membership of that Club in 1988 for his contribution as the Rear Commodore, Treasurer, Chief Race Officer and ‘Mr Fix It Man’ over a period of more than 20 years.

He joined our Club in October 1990 and became our Principal Race Officer initially managing racing on the weekends and then including the mid-week Twilight races. His skills at being able to fix almost anything became legend from welding jobs to painting to completely recladding the exterior of the Kinnaird Room. Most days he could be found doing various voluntary works and one of his biggest projects was assisting his son Craig, then the Manager of the Club, with finding and purchasing a 43 foot ex crayfish boat. Together with a team of volunteers Ray put in just over 4,000 hours transforming the boat into the Club’s Start Boat. Ray was recognised as the CYCSA Volunteer of the Year on two occasions and was a stalwart of the Club.

On a more personal level Ray married the love of his life, Marilyn, in August 1958 and they had two sons, Terry and Craig. Between the boys they produced five grandchildren for Ray and Marilyn and they loved them to bits and were very proud of their achievements. Those grandchildren grew up and Ray had seven great-grandchildren with the last two great-grandsons arriving in the few months before Ray died.

Ray was a much loved icon of the Club and our condolences go out to his family for their loss.

Gay Footer

Our condolences go to his partner Leanne Brown and sons Nick and Ben. Gay Footer

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Craig and Ray

our members representing the Club at local, interstate and overseas events...

PLYMPTON CUP

Chris Jones, owner and skipper of Vulcan, was ecstatic to win the Plympton Cup by clinching Race three of the 2024 Winter Series. This historic Cup, first presented to the Holdfast Bay Yacht Club in 1890 by Mr. Morish of Plympton, is now hosted by the Royal South Australian Yacht Squadron. Crafted from solid silver, the Cup features a mermaid holding a nautilus shell. The Cup was presented on 28 July at the RSAYS and will soon return to its rightful place at the Adelaide Sailing Club.

The breeze at the beginning of the race was very light and Vulcan along with several other boats were becalmed as others, further out to sea, benefited from a sea breeze. When the breeze arrived closer to shore, Vulcan was specially suited to the conditions and finished the race eleven seconds ahead of its rivals, on handicap.

“It was a great honour to win such a coveted trophy and credit to an excellent crew and the training we had received from Rob Human” said Chris.

Port Line Cup Image Credit: Tone’s Drone Visuals PORT LINE CUP

The annual Port Line Cup was conducted by the Port Adelaide Sailing Club on Sunday 11 August. Conditions were very fickle with winds ranging from 3 to10 knots but, with beautiful warm sunshine throughout, there were no complaints from competitors.

Some significant merchant vessel traffic in the river added to the day with lots of concentration needed by the skippers throughout the race.

Young Einstein, Ohana, Rock Salt and School's Out competed from the CYCSA, with Young Einstein sailing well under spinnaker and snaring first place in Division 2 and second place in the overall Cup results.

Chris Jones (left) pictured with Chris Perry (RSAYS) Div 2 winner. Photo by Eleni.

The Port Line Cup is a fun race with the challenges of sailing in the Port River, so we hope more CYCSA boats will be competing next year.

Adrian Wotton

We warmly invite female sailors nationwide to join us for SAWKR this October Long Weekend. Gather your crew and set sail for three days of competition, camaraderie and building women’s sailing spirit.

Let’s make waves together!

For more information: cycsa.com.au/sawkr

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The 2024 Winter Series has been completed. The series was predominantly sailed in variable winds between 5-15 knots. A total of 26 boats participated in the combined fleet, including 11 from the CYCSA.

My Easy BnB CYCSA Winter results - PHS and AMS Division 1 result saw Dr Feelgood (Dan McHolm) dominating with five wins from six races, PHS and AMS Division 2 results had Outrage-Us (Lee Haakmeester) ahead with three wins with Rock On (Trevor Conyers) second and Kinetic Energy (Andy Shipp) a close third.

The combined presentation was held at the RSAYS this year.

Sonia Neumann was on hand to present the Hans Neumann trophies. The Combined Winter PHS results for Division 1 saw Vulcan (Chris Jones) in first place with Dr Feelgood 3 second and in Division 2 Outrage-Us came in first with Kinetic Energy second and Rock On third. Combined Winter AMS results had Dr Feelgood 3 first for Division 1. In Division 2 Outrage-Us placed first, with Rock On second and Kinetic Energy third – a clean sweep for CYCSA in Division 2.

The Bravo Sails Short-Handed Series recently finished their last race. Unlike the Winter Series, the two-handers were dealt slightly lighter winter weather with only one race being lost due to poor sea conditions following strong winds. This year six boats entered. On PHS, Freedom (Bob Schahinger) from RSAYS held her lead over The Bottom Line (Lee Haakmeester/David Fawcett) and Inukshuk (Rob Large) from RSAYS equal in second place.

Only three boats having two-handed AMS certificates had their own competition, all from RSAYS. Freedom ahead of Inukshuk (Robert Large), with Take 5 (Stephen Martin) third.

Again this year some of the Short-Handed fleet participated in the annual Port Vincent Dash and with the addition of a fully crewed division, a total of five boats made the crossing.

The start to the Port Vincent Destination Race was held in very cold, windy and wet conditions. The rain eventually stopped, and boats sailed on a fast reach to Port Vincent.

Inukshuk achieved the fastest time of 4 hours, 1 minute and also won the short-handed division on PHS. Four boats partook in the return race with Take 5 winning the shorthanded division return with only 10 minutes between boats on corrected time.

The Racing Program for the 2024-25 season was released in July and can be accessed on the Club’s website, along with the Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions. The online entry system, Entry Point, will be available soon.

Pre-season safety auditing remains a top priority with Equipment Auditors conducting mandatory safety checks on all boats before the start of the 2024-25 racing season.

More information will be provided at the Skipper’s Briefing on Thursday 5 September in the CYCSA Function Room.

Thanks to our Winter Sponsors; MyEasyBnB, Bravo Sails and Yalumba Wines, for their continued support.

Inese Lainis Racing Administrator

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Outrage-Us

Dr Feelgood 3

Introducing IRC Certificates! Your gateway to fair and competitive racing in Categories 4 to 7. These certificates offer an accessible pathway into IRC measurement-based racing, paving the way for future participation in premier Category 1 and 2 blue water races. Whether you sail a production boat or a sleek one-design, IRC Standard Certificates provide a costeffective way to compete under IRC rules.

What are IRC Standard Certificates?

Kinetic Energy

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Streamlined Process: No need for weighing or extensive measuring; choose from pre-existing hull and sail data.

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Cost-Effective: Cheaper than endorsed certificates, making competitive racing more accessible.

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Club-Level Focus: Ideal for competitive club racers, bridging the gap between casual and grand prix racing.

Why are IRC Standard Certificates Important?

Rock On

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Enhanced Racing Quality: Promotes higher standards in club racing, leading to more competitive and engaging events.

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Increased Participation: Lower costs and simpler processes encourage more racers to participate, growing club fleets.

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Skill-Based Wins: Rewards the best-sailed boat, fostering a competitive spirit and excellence in sailing.

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Pathway to Grand Prix: Acts as a stepping stone for Club racers aiming for prestigious events like the Rolex Sydney Hobart race.

Written by the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia ‘Offshore’ magazine

Vulcan Presentation photos by Eleni

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2024-25 TRAINING PROGRAM LAUNCHED As members prepare for another spring and summer on the water enjoyment it’s important to assess not only boat maintenance required but also your preparedness for any incident or emergency you may come across. To this end the Academy has just launched next season’s training program with some 49 courses from September through to May 2025.

Go to the Club website to view course dates and book online at: www.revolutionise.com.au/cycsa/academy-calendar and please feel free to email me if you have any training questions.

NEW CHIEF INSTRUCTOR I’m pleased to introduce to you Pete Chambers who has recently become our RYA Chief Instructor at the Marine Academy. Along with others, Pete undertook the journey to be qualified as a Cruising Instructor which concluded in 2022. He has recently completed his Yachtmaster Instructor qualification, just in time to take on the role as Chief Instructor.

Over the past 18 months Pete has taken many of our Liveaboard courses and received fantastic feedback on his teaching style and knowledge.

To those of us that know Pete this is no surprise at all as apart from being a teacher in both Australia and the UK (and still teaching part-time), Pete has held a wide variety of maritime roles in the past. These include holding a Master V ticket, being a Divemaster in locations all over the world and as a deckhand in Antigua, West Indies. His family has salt in their veins, Pete began sailing at age six on a boat built by his father and his grandfather Bill sailed 18 footers in Sydney between the two World Wars. His most memorable sailing experience was masthand on a Swan 65 owned and helmed by Richard Wright, keyboard player for Pink Floyd, who was a much better keyboard player than helmsman!

We look forward to Pete’s leadership role at the Academy as he spends more time with our team of Instructors.

DIESEL COURSE The Academy has been considering partnering with the Australian Maritime and Fisheries Academy in Port Adelaide to run a course to better understand and maintain your diesel engine. To this end we invite expressions of interest in running this course to my email address below.

BOATING CONVERSATIONS Lastly it is timely to reflect on the truly fantastic and at times inspiring presenters that we have recently had for our Boating Conversations evenings. Please remember to check the Club website and weekly emails for exact dates, they are held once a month on Friday evenings at 7.30pm. No need to book for these, just turn up on the night and perhaps enjoy dinner in the Bistro beforehand?

David Royle Marine Academy Principal marine.academy@cycsa.com.au

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CYCSA YOUTH SAILING FOUNDATION UPDATE In the midst of the winter season activities continue to abound at the CYCSA ensuring a lively atmosphere. While the YSF squad has taken a break from racing, they remain engaged with the winter holiday program. The development team are honing their skills in the Elliott 7s, while the performance team undergoes rigorous training in preparation for upcoming events, aiming to maintain a competitive edge.

The next competition the YSF squad will be attending is the Australian Open and Youth Match Racing Championships held in Sandy Bay, Tasmania. The CYCSA team has been diligently organising a fundraising night on Friday 11 October to support the YSF teams upcoming endeavours. All are welcome and feel free to get in contact with myself or Greg Allison if you are wanting to donate, contribute auction items or book a table on the night. Your support will make a significant difference, and there will be fantastic prizes available to win and bid on throughout the night.

Adelaide University Sailing Club’s popular weekly training sessions

The Adelaide University Sailing Club has been energising the Club with their increased activity, sending enthusiastic groups to CYCSA every Thursday night, a success attributed to the efforts of Charlie, Sophie and Zachery. They have done an outstanding job in introducing new sailors to the exhilarating experience of sailing on Elliotts 7s, allowing them to explore keelboat sailing and the joys of being on the water.

Additionally, participants have had the opportunity to network, unwind and enjoy a well-deserved meal and drink at the bistro.

Luke Allison YSF Head Coach

5 - 7 October 2024

South Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta

24 - 27 October 2024

Australian Open and Youth Match Racing Championships (Hobart)

13 - 15 December 2024

South Australian Sailing League

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South Australian Women Sailors at AWKR: 8 – 10 June 2024 It has long been a tradition that South Australian women sailors have travelled to the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron on Port Phillip Bay to take part in one of the best (and for a long time the only) women’s regatta in Australia.

More recently, South Australian boats have also made their way round to the regatta and the number of South Australian women competing has continued to increase. This year we made the annual migration to the east again, to sail well, to try to win and certainly to enjoy the experience of racing against close to 200 other competitors from around Australia.

This year there were 32 boats registered to race, 16 in Div 1 and 16 in Div 2 hailing from NSW, Victoria, South Australia, the Northern Territory and Tasmania. South Australia fielded three teams from Adelaide: from the CYCSA the well-known Sydney 38, Clockwork, was skippered by Mary Ann Harvey and crewed by CYCSA club members; AUSC/ CYCSA skipper, Sophie Davidson and her team competed on Sidetracked, a borrowed Victorian J24; and RSAYS skipper Helen Willmer sailed Mrs Overnewton, a borrowed Royal Melbourne Bavaria 38 Match. All boats in the regatta raced in EHC with some also competing in AMS and ORC. After an afternoon on the water for some of us, competitors attended the welcome and briefing on Friday evening. As always we were made thoroughly welcome and given a good indication of the conditions under which we were likely to be racing. The weather guru indicated that the three days of competition would not be overwhelmingly windy but rather soft, though not as bad as it looked on the weather charts.

Saturday promised to be cloudy with about 8-10 knots after 11am. The front expected on Sunday would bring rain with it and on Monday we would have enough wind but it would be shifty, out of the north and would increase during the day.

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SATURDAY Race Officer Lou Hutton, demonstrating a great deal of patience managed to run two windward/leeward races on this day. Race 1 got underway at 1205 after a long wait for the wind. In Division 1 Clockwork’s excellent start and good team work showed up quickly with the South Australian team going to the front early, maintaining momentum and finishing solidly ahead of Vertigo which would go on to challenge Clockwork throughout the regatta. Taking third place was the Adams 10, Serious Yahoo, skippered by Katie Holroyd from RBYC. Two Dogs helmed by Megan Aulich in Division 2 finished less than a minute ahead of Gridlock followed by The Jackal signalling early that there would be some serious competition here.

Sophie Davidson and her team on Sidetracked came in third in the J24 Division after Two Dogs in first and Gridlock second. Sophie has written a lively account of her team’s experience at this year’s AWKR on page 16.

Race 2 was favoured with 10-12 knots under a grey sky and resulted in movement up and down the placements with Division 1 No Mans Land, a Sydney 38 skippered by Sally Ann Balharrie, claiming first on EHC ahead of Bullet, Sunshine and Vertigo. In Division 2, Emma Maertens on Auretta took first, over Double Exposure and Two Dogs.

SUNDAY Racing started promptly with Race 3. In Division 1 the Clockwork team surged ahead into first position with a three minute lead over Duxelle and Spartan, putting the South Australians in a good position in the regatta. In Division 2 Auretta again claimed first, this time ahead of Gridlock by some five minutes on elapsed time followed by Two Dogs.

Photos by Andrea Francolini

The 32nd Australian Women’s Keelboat Regatta Lack of wind saw the end of racing quite early although, but ever the optimists, we waited it out entertaining ourselves visiting other boats rafting up or just bobbing about. However it was not to be, so we headed for home, hoping the wind gods would muster up something special for the final day.

MONDAY Racing showed more promise and it seemed likely we would get in two races with more consistent though light wind (6-8 knots). The light winds favoured those boats more suited to the conditions and in the end competitors had to wait for enough wind for the second race of the day.

In Race 4 Division 1 boats showed strong determination on the start line but Clockwork was over and the penalty turn cost her dearly. Jungle Juice, an Adams 10 skippered by Justine Ella, claimed victory from Vertigo and Salamander III. In Division 2 Auretta again took first place this time from The Jackal and Pocahontas.

also took the opportunity to raise awareness about our own October regatta urging competitors to add SAWKR to their sailing calendars. The team spinnaker-packing competition that followed was not to be missed, especially once the Boat Boys started prepping the kites with knots before each bout.

The speed with which those kites were rendered usable again had to be seen to be believed!

Thanks once again to the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron and particularly the AWKR Committee for their excellent organisation of this event for women sailors. May there be many more to follow.

Di Schwerdt OVERALL SERIES RESULTS

Race 5 saw another spill in boats with Division 1 boat Aye Sea Red, skippered by Georgie Plumridge, crossing the line before Spartan and No Mans Land. In Division 2 Jabula with Avril Sellars on the helm claimed first over Hot Shot and Mood Indigo.

EHC Division 1

Vertigo, Spartan, Jungle Juice

EHC Division 2

Auretta, Two Dogs, The Jackal

AMS Division 1

Vertigo, Jungle Juice, Spartan

On land there was plenty of fun to be had at the post-race sausage sizzles in the boat yard where the results and presentations to race winners took place daily. The more formal event, the regatta dinner, was well-attended and Mary Ann Harvey, the guest speaker for the evening, provided us with an enthusiastic and entertaining overview of Clockwork’s recent activities, including their 2023 Sydney-Hobart campaign and their current project to compete in regattas and races all the way up the east coast of Australia to Magnetic Island. As a member of the CYCSA’s SAWKR Committee, Mary Ann

AMS Division 2

Two Dogs, Gridlock

ORC Division 1

Jungle Juice, Vertigo, Clockwork

ORC Division 2

Mood Indigo

J24 Division

Two Dogs, Gridlock, Sidetracked

S80 Division

Outlaw, Mood Indigo, Hot Shot

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Adelaide University Sailing Club on the AWKR Returning to the AWKR for the third consecutive year, the AUSC crew was eager to defend their division 2 title and perform at their best. The crew consisted of Sophie Davidson (skipper), Georgia North (bow woman), Maia Hodge (pit and mast), Mikaila Thomson (trimmer) and Lydia Falco (trimmer).

The AWKR has been a key opportunity each year for newbies and experienced members alike to hone their regatta skills and develop as sailors in a supportive environment. In the weeks leading up to the regatta, the crew focused on kite sets, team communication, and maximizing boat speed during their training sessions. Anticipating heavy winds like previous years, we were in for a surprise with the actual conditions.

After driving over to Melbourne with a car full of sailors and sailing equipment, we arrived safely in St Kilda and found our way to the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron for the opening night. The following day, we were tasked with delivering our boat, Sidetracked, from Sandringham to the RMYS in St Kilda.

This turned into a fantastic downwind practise session, with the team cruising along nicely with the spinnaker up and arriving ahead of schedule.

Day 1 of the regatta presented the windiest conditions with a breeze of 6-8 knots and challenging shifts. Race 1 saw AUSC finishing in third place for the J24 fleet, just seconds behind the competition. A brief postponement between races allowed all Adelaide crews to raft up together, sharing tea and snacks in a show of SA friendship and pride. Despite a tricky start in Race 2, the crew finished in fourth place, maintaining their competitive spirit.

On Day 2 we thought that Melbourne was back to its usual habits with a rainy and wild start to the day but, almost as soon as we left the marina, the sun was back and the genoa went up! Unfortunately as the rain cleared, so too did the wind leaving just enough to get race 1 underway. Battling to find the best patch of wind on the course, we took out another third place. By this stage, it was clear that Two Dogs was the boat to beat, with local skipper and boat owner Megan Aulich giving her best performance. While the committee boat

waited for some extra breeze to come in, we kept ourselves entertained with games, music and lots of laughs, so we were in high spirits by the time racing started again. Race 2 of the day was by far the most technical with large patches of glassy water moving across the course. To maximise boat speed we sent several crew members below deck and to the front of the boat whilst those above deck attempted to predict the best path across the course. Eventually we got better at predicting where patches would appear and were able to gain some positions, rounding mark 2 of the second lap in first place out of the J24s. The race wasn’t over yet however and after choosing to follow some boats ahead who had good speed, we ended up stuck in a glassy patch while some of the other boats snuck past us.

The evening’s highlight was the kite packing challenge where AUSC qualified for the final and clinched second place, winning some gin as a prize.

Day 3, although light on wind, saw the team excited and ready to give their best. We managed to complete the regatta with a solid third place finish in our final race. Throughout the regatta, the close competition within the J24 fleet, with boats often finishing within minutes of each other, added to the excitement and made for a great series. After returning Sidetracked to SYC, the team celebrated their third place in the J24 class and sixth place in Division 2 with a visit the Peninsula Hot Springs to relax and reminisce about the regatta.

Our special gratitude goes to Simon, the generous owner of Sidetracked, for his unwavering support, and the RMYS team for organising a fabulous regatta. A big thank you also to Peter Stevens for lending us his sails for the duration of the regatta! Finally, special thanks to all supporters at the CYCSA and AUSC, as the team’s success is a testament to their encouragement and backing.

Sophie Davidson

Photos by Andrea Francolini

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PROUD SUPPORTERS OF THE 2024 SOUTH AUSTRALIAN WOMEN’S KEELBOAT REGATTA

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Aussie adventurer, veteran and father Dan Turner follows in the footsteps of Australian legends to chase a solo sailing dream in a mind boggling home built mini boat DAN’S MINI GLOBE RACE CAMPAIGN

After nearly five years since this crazy project was conceptualised the time has finally come to pack the boat up and make my way to the start of Mini Globe Race 2025.

For those that don’t know the story, I made the decision back in early 2020 to attempt achieving my childhood dream of competing in a solo around the world race when plans for the ‘Class Globe 580’ yacht were first revealed to the world. At first the idea seemed a little far fetched to attempt to sail around the world in a 5.80 metre yacht but it wasn’t long before I decided to make the commitment to at least try.

Plans were purchased and over the course of the next few years I would spend most evenings after work and on weekends building the boat until I finally launched her back in April this year. What made the process all the more challenging was that I had zero boat building skills, or even woodworking skills for that matter, when I started this crazy journey. For me just getting the boat in the water has been hugely rewarding and something I take great pride in.

The name Immortal Game came from probably the most famous chess game in history way back in the 1800s where a player sacrificed most of his major pieces to position himself accordingly to eventually win the game.

Cutting a long story short this has great relevance to what I am trying to achieve and whilst winning the race is not my ultimate goal, many sacrifices have needed to occur in the last couple of years to position ourselves where getting to the start of the race is at least possible.

That said, I owe everything to my wife and family who have been nothing but supportive for the whole campaign and I will certainly have a bit to make up for upon my return.

Since launching the boat in April I have spent the last few months getting used to the boat, making changes that I wasn’t happy with and working on the logistical side of the race to ensure the boat meets Notice of Race regulations.

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BOATING CONVERSATIONS

I have also had the opportunity to speak at various events including the CYCSA’s Boating Conversations where I had the pleasure of meeting many Club members. On this night I spoke a bit about my history growing up in Port Lincoln prior to joining the army and needing to find adventure since discharging back in 2005.

This predominantly came in the way of endurance sports and over many years have had the opportunity to compete in many events from the Marathon Des Sables (the world’s toughest footrace through the Sahara Desert) to the Melbourne Osaka Yacht Race in 2018 with Tommy Crabb. Last month I managed to even squeeze in one last adventure with my son for his 18th birthday, crossing Mongolia and through the Gobi Desert on a ridiculous 50cc motorbike called a Monkey Bike.

DAN TURNER PREPARES FOR MINI GLOBE RACE Moving forward, I am now in the process of arranging to get the boat overseas and have a container booked to leave Adelaide in late August. This being the case, by the time you read this story the boat is likely already on her way overseas bound for Algeciras, Spain.

Whilst this is not the starting location it is one of the first ports overseas that I can get the boat within a sailable distance to Lagos, Portugal where I will be competing in the Globe 580 Transat, starting on 28 December. The finish of this race will be in early February most likely in Antigua which is also the starting location for the Mini Globe Race.

From there the race will be heading west to Panama where competitors will truck the boats across the canal before continuing across the world’s oceans before finally reaching Antigua again in approximately March 2026! Whilst the race will take us to some idyllic places in the world including Tahiti, Tonga, Fiji, Darwin, Mauritius, Durban, Cape Town, St Helena and Recife, it is going to be an immensely challenging undertaking given the boat’s size. Having recently returned from a return trip to Port Lincoln in the boat, it is certainly not going to be a comfortable ride and I know I will have to focus on making sure I can get rest, eat well and look after mental and physical wellbeing as best possible.

Details for the race can also be found via the race page at: minigloberace.com and danturneradventure.com

I will be having a farewell on 1 November so keep this date in your diary for this event. I hope to see you all before heading off and once on my way, will do everything possible to represent the CYCSA, the state and our beautiful country to the best of my ability.

Here’s to Immortal Game and making sacrifices in life to achieve extraordinary goals.

Dan Turner

I want to thank everyone who has supported my journey to date including the CYCSA who have been hugely supportive of my campaigns over the years and I certainly hope that once this is all over and things settle back to normality, I will be in a position to give back to the Club in anyway I can.

To follow the race, my wife Nikki (Campaign Manager) will also be posting regularly on the facebook page ‘Dan Turner - Mini Globe Race 2025’ for those interested.

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Wow, how time flies! Nine years ago, I posted 10 tips for sailing catamarans on my blog (published in the March 2024 edition of Groundswell). Since then, I’ve learned a few more tips I’d like to share...

ON TECHNIQUE:

11. Tack fast, tack tight Tacking a cat can be challenging, especially in light winds. Due to their lightness, cats lose speed very quickly when tacking, so you need as much speed as possible going into the tack.

Further, a tight, centred main helps with steering and prevents the mainsail from backwinding. Ease the main only when past the head-to-wind position.

12. Traveller first, mainsheet second When you get overpowered, before rushing to ease the mainsheet, let out the traveller instead. This sheds excess power while minimizing healing.

In particular, when sailing in strong winds and following seas, let out the traveller most of the way, especially if there is any prospect of surfing. Cats typically heel to leeward when surfing, as the leeward hull partially lifts out of the water and reduces that hull's lateral resistance. With the traveller fully eased, the centre of effort of the sails moves to windward, which helps keep your cat balanced. With the right sail trim, following seas are a lot of fun. Your crew will thank you and your autopilot will strain less. Or perhaps your crew will strain less and your autopilot will thank you.

13. Single-line reefing I’m a big fan of single-line reefing (SLR). Arriba’s #2 reef runs parallel with the main halyard to a clutch right beside the main halyard clutch. The helmsperson can quickly throw in two reefs without leaving the cockpit. All that is required is to pay out the halyard to a mark while taking in the reef line by pushing a button on the electric winch. For the single-handed or lighthanded sailor it doesn’t get any easier.

14. Raise/lower mainsail at an angle to the boat I used to diligently turn head-to-wind to raise or lower the mainsail but if you think about it you only need to turn enough to depower the sail. So if you’re moving at 50° to the wind, ease your traveller so the boom is also at 50° and hoist or lower away. In lighter winds you only need to get the boom within about 15° of the wind angle if you don’t mind jostling with the sail a bit. Lazy jacks make it easier still.

15. Know your emergency steering system Many cats don’t have an emergency tiller as can be found on a monohull. Instead, you can typically lock both of your rudders and steer by engines or by a combination of sails and engines.

Additionally, a small drogue can be deployed astern off one side to steer in that direction. Rehearse emergency steering ahead of time. When you've unexpectedly lost steering on a lee shore is not the time to be figuring out how to lock your rudders for the first time.

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16. Rev those engines Even die-hard sailors find themselves motoring sometimes, sometimes running an engine at a constant RPM for hours on end. This cruising habit, in particular at light engine load, causes a problem known as ‘glazing’. Oil residues deposit as carbon on engine cylinder bores, reducing engine lubrication and worsening engine wear. A good practice is therefore to vary the RPMs every hour or so, by revving it for a few minutes.

ON GADGETS:

17. Install a wind turbine Solar panels are a must for battery charging but a wind turbine is a close second. With a wind turbine you’re usually charging whenever you're underway and not going downwind. In windy anchorages you’re charge all night long while your solar panels are idly waiting for dawn. It is nice to wake up to batteries that are still almost fully charged.

18. Get an electric outboard motor An electric outboard is cleaner, lighter and more reliable. I have an Epropulsion Spirit 1 which I'm very happy with. The battery is easily removed for charging. Leave that extra jerry can behind and instead charge your electric outboard battery with all of that free solar and wind power you’re generating.

PLUS TWO THINGS TO AVOID:

19. Do not lash bulky objects to stanchions Lashing kayaks and SUPs to stanchions, while convenient, is courting disaster. Stanchions are not designed to resist the large forces generated by a wave pushing against a large flat object. I’ve also broken a window because a kayak came loose and pounded the glass.

20. Do not connect your Seagull Striker to the prodder pole While it is convenient to have a line to hold up the prodder pole when attaching flying sails, don’t leave the line attached while underway. If the prodder is pulled down for any reason, for example, by a downed headsail, it will pull on the Seagull Striker. Dyneema, which is up to 15 times stronger than steel of the same weight, will easily break your Seagull Striker. I have the photos to prove it! Instead, attach the line only when you need it.

I hope you found these tips useful. Please share your tips too.

Alan Noble

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From Harbour to Horizon: Billy Merrington's and Mark Bradford's Guide to your first Offshore race Written by the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia ‘Offshore’ magazine

Are you thinking about campaigning for the first time in the Audi Centre Sydney Blue Water Pointscore? Does leaving the safety of the Harbour raise the hairs on your neck and are you daunted by the number of checklists you have to complete or just don’t know where to start? Not to worry, you are not alone.

This should include:

Luckily for us, some people specialise in helping to prepare boat owners, their yacht and crew to take on the offshore races. Offshore yacht racing can be one of the most demanding yet rewarding pastimes. Spending time at sea with a good group of people can either be a dream or, for the ill-prepared, a nightmare. As in most endurance sports, the hardest yards (or miles in our case) are done ahead of race day. Hours of preparation, building your crew, and setting up your boat are all part of the pre-race ritual.

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A layout of the boat

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A crew list with roles and responsibilities

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A storage chart

Emergency scenarios with designated actions

Safety might sometimes be overlooked in the performance picture, but it's the most important aspect to cover.

With a seemingly endless list of potential focus areas, Offshore magazine spoke to Billy Merrington and Mark Bradford, who helped us break down the fundamental parts of preparing for your first offshore racing campaign.

1. Race Identification and Weather Planning

When approaching a new race or pointscore for the first time it's always a good idea to start by identifying the races you want to compete in and study the weather conditions you might face. This often means talking to more experienced sailors and gathering insights about typical weather patterns for those races. Having a solid understanding of the likely conditions allows you to prepare with more precision, increasing the likelihood of a successful result.

In the week leading up to the race, when the weather forecast starts to become more accurate. This is when you make the final plans for your sail inventory and set expectations within your crew. As Billy Merrington advises, "Prepare for the worst and hope for the best."

2. Safety Gear

Safety is paramount in offshore racing; it comes as no surprise that there are strict rules that competitors must adhere to.

Depending on which race you want to enter, these regulations differ. For most of the Cruising Yacht Club of Australia's long offshore races, your yacht must meet Australian Sailing (AS) Special Regulations Category 1 or Category 2 requirements.

Beyond compliance, the storage and accessibility of safety gear are crucial. "Create a safety manual for your boat, this is an immense step forward when it comes to safety. All crew members must be familiar with this document." Billy suggests.

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3. Boat, Hull, and Safety Equipment

The next step is to ensure your boat is in top condition and that the systems ensuring safety are known to everyone on board. The ability to reduce sail area quickly is vital, and this means having an effective and efficient reefing system.

It's not uncommon for boats to retire due to mainsail damage. This is usually a sign of incorrect sail handling, avoidable by practicing reefing manoeuvres with your crew.

If you have a single or double luff forestay, make sure these systems work smoothly.

Category 1 (Cat 1) Offshore Sailing Yachts

Category 1 and 2 yachts are designed and constructed for long-distance offshore racing. They are built to withstand harsh conditions and are subject to stringent safety regulations to ensure the safety of the crew. Key requirements and features of Cat 1 and 2 yachts include:

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Structural Integrity: The hull, deck, and rigging must be robust and capable of withstanding extreme weather conditions and meet the AS Special Regulation standards in regard to construction. Regular inspections and maintenance are critical.

Safety Equipment: In addition to the standard safety gear, Cat 1 and 2 yachts must carry items such as life rafts, EPIRBs (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons), storm sails, and extensive medical kits.

Stability: Cat 1 and 2 yachts must meet specific stability standards to ensure they can still provide a safe platform even in adverse conditions.

Communication and Navigation: Enhanced communication equipment, including the correct communication equipment which is specified by race organisers. Navigational aids, including advanced GPS systems and backup compasses, are also mandatory.

Self-Sufficiency: Cat 1 and 2 yachts need to be selfsufficient for extended periods, with adequate provisions, including food, water, and fuel.

4. Performance Equipment

Building your sail wardrobe around your goals is crucial: the mainsail, upwind jibs, heavy weather jib, and downwind sails are essential components. For offshore racing, careful selection and planning of your sail inventory can significantly impact both safety and performance.

Sail Inventory and Crossovers: Sail changes can be complicated and pose safety risks, especially in challenging conditions. To minimise these risks, consider reducing the number of sail changes by selecting sails with broader crossover ranges. Mark Bradford suggests, "Instead of having four jibs, opt for two that cover the same wind range." A well-constructed crossover chart, which your sailmaker or boat builder can help create, will assist you in choosing the right sails for various wind conditions.

Mainsail Reefing and Training: The mainsail is central to your boat's performance and safety.

Ensure it has appropriate reefing points to handle different wind conditions. "Practice getting two reefs in really quickly, it is certain that throughout a long ocean race or pointscore you will run into heavy weather and that you will have to reef your main quickly avoiding damage " says Billy Merrington.

Standard reefing increments might range from 12% to 35% of the luff length. For races like the Rolex Sydney Hobart, consider carrying spare battens, pre-cut and taped, to handle potential sail damage efficiently. Reefing rules, such as the 50% luff reef rule, suggest that if you can reef the mainsail to this depth, you are not required to carry additional storm trysail. This rule highlights the importance of versatile reefing systems that can adapt to severe conditions.

Spinnakers and Code Sails: Your selection of spinnakers and code sails should align with the expected conditions and your performance goals. For Category 1 and 2 offshore racing with the AS prescription, you are allowed as many spinnakers as indicated on your IRC certificate plus one additional sail. Depending on the forecast, your choices might include: • Code 0: A heavy air reaching sail, light but robust.

• S2 or A2: Your largest spinnaker for lighter winds.

• S4 or A4: A heavy-weather spinnaker for stronger winds.

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S1.5 or A1.5: A versatile spinnaker for moderate conditions.

Choosing sail materials that match your objectives is essential.

Different sailmakers offer varied construction techniques, so consult with them to find the best options for your campaign

Sail Handling Systems: Modern sail handling systems, such as furlers with torque ropes, can simplify manoeuvers and reduce the likelihood of errors.

These systems allow for quick deployment and retrieval of sails, enhancing safety and efficiency. Incorporating modern furlers and locks on the boom and mast can streamline operations and minimise the need for complex sail changes as well.

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FROM HARBOUR TO HORIZON 5. Safety and Performance Balance Prioritising safety is paramount. Reducing the number of manoeuvres and selecting user-friendly systems can lower the risk of catastrophic failure. "When starting, set your boat up in the most user-friendly way that minimises the possibility of human error," advises Mark Bradford. Ensuring that your crew is comfortable and familiar with all equipment can prevent accidents and improve overall performance.

By focusing on these key areas, you can build sail and equipment inventory that not only meets the demands of offshore racing but also aligns with your safety and performance goals. Thorough preparation and strategic planning are essential to transforming a challenging task into a rewarding and successful campaign.

6. Electronics and Technology Setting up your boat's electronics is another crucial step.

"Make sure those who will be using the electronics are comfortable and know how to use them," Billy emphasises. This includes: •

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7. Crew Assembling your crew is one of the most time-consuming aspects of preparation. Identify the key roles: skipper, trimmers, navigators, and mechanics. "If you're sailing with eight people, you actually need twelve crew," says Billy. The navigator needs to be in charge of configuring the navigation package and ensuring all necessary technology is onboard and functional. Empowering your crew is vital.

Let navigators focus on navigation, trimmers on trimming, and so on. Establishing clear goals is also important, especially for beginner racers. "Finishing the race should always be the first goal," Billy advises. Training should focus on building seamanship and manoeuvering the boat without causing damage. Make sure everyone can handle the basic tasks smoothly before focusing on performance enhancements.

Final Thoughts By breaking down the preparation into these key areas, you can ensure that you're ready for the challenges of offshore racing. With thorough preparation and a well-coordinated team, you can turn what might seem like an overwhelming task into a rewarding and successful campaign.

We warmly invite all Club members, their family and friends to join us for the biggest event on the Club calendar –

Live Entertainment: Enjoy fantastic performances by the band Belladonna, bringing you the ultimate tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac, along with other favourite vintage hits.

Annual Sail Past: Be part of our cherished tradition. All participants in the Sail Past will be entered into our exclusive Sail Past Draw, featuring great prizes!

Free Family Fun: Head to the BBQ Area for a funfilled day with activities for the kids.

Don’t Miss Out – Come celebrate with us!

Get your passes – Scan the QR code to register your guests. We look forward to seeing you there.

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The Social Association’s High Tea event held on Sunday 23 June at the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia was the epitome of elegance and sophistication.

The presentation was meticulously curated, with delicate porcelain crockery and tiered stands brimming with a variety of exquisite finger sandwiches, scones and pastries prepared by Head Chef Camillo and his team.

Each table was adorned with a fine display of crockery, no room for flowers but the colourful floral napkins added to the already stunning setting. The attention to detail was evident in every aspect from the perfect selection of teas and French butter for the scones.

The location of the High Tea was impressive as the large windows offered a breath-taking view of the marina as the guests enjoyed a glass of Prosecco or mocktail on arrival and were treated to visual and culinary delights, making the experience truly unforgettable. The ambiance was both inviting and luxurious, creating the perfect backdrop for such an event.

The attendance, a gathering of more than 60, was remarkable, especially as this was the Social Association’s first High Tea event. The ladies and gentlemen, who all share a love for fine dining and great company enjoyed listening to background music by James, a brilliant flutist, and he certainly read the audience well.

With all of the wow, many people were involved in making this event a success. We extend our heartfelt thanks to Chef Camillo and his staff, special thank you to Berly who hand washed all the crockery which was hard work! To Haresh the Hospitality Manager and his team, well done to everyone.

My sincere thank you to Jenny Murton and the Social Association Committee for helping with everything from the hours of preparation, unpacking, setting up and repacking. Beautiful gift baskets arranged by Jenny for the raffle were appreciated by the lucky ones.

As the event came to an end it was met with overwhelmingly positive remarks and praise. The Social Association Committee (SAC) has indeed set a new standard for elegance and refinement with this unforgettable event.

Giorgina Gauci SAC Chair

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The Social Association’s annual Italian Night took place on Saturday 13 July and it was an unforgettable evening that brought together 200 guests for a night filled with a joyous atmosphere, exquisite cuisine and vibrant music.

The CYCSA’s marina provided a stunning backdrop, creating the perfect ambiance with tables set in true Italian style. Bottles of fine wine adorned the tables, inviting the guests to savour the flavours complementing the delicious food which was prepared by Chef Camillo and his team. Each dish showcased the rich culinary traditions of Italy, leaving guests savouring every bite.

The entertainment for the evening was equally impressive. A lively DJ, Angelo and Vince kept the energy high, playing a mix of Italian and popular tunes that kept the dance floor packed throughout the evening. Guests danced the night away and just wanted more.

The highlight of the night was a repeat guest appearance by a talented opera vocalist Henry Olonga, whose powerful and emotive performance captivated the audience.

Whether it was the abundance of wine or the generous portions of food, the camaraderie among guests, the laughter and shared enjoyment made the evening truly special. It was an experience that left a lasting impression on all who attended.

A heartfelt thank you to Chef Camillo and the kitchen staff, Hospitality Manager, Haresh, along with the front of house staff, Bridgit, Chelsea, Lachlan, Alex and Ruben. These guys were run off their feet. To Mellissa, thank you – we’re not sure how we would have coped without you and of course thank you to Management.

The Social Association Committee (SAC) thank our generous sponsor Nick George from George Family Winegrowers and Tony and Mark’s for their contribution to the feast. In addition, we thank The Peninsula Hotel for their donation of the major raffle prize and we thank all other contributors for the generous gift baskets donated.

Thank you to committee member, Jenny Murton who added her flair in arranging several gift baskets.

Once again I extend my heartfelt thanks to the SAC members for their unwavering dedication and tireless efforts. Their commitment has truly made a difference and I am deeply grateful. Thank you to the SAC members: Rosemary Gould, Jacqueline Heffernan, Jenny Murton, Clay Tenni and Adrian Wilson.

As a reminder, the committee’s primary drive is to raise funds for the children’s Easter and Christmas activities. We kindly ask for your continued support and participation in our social events which are crucial to achieving this mission.

Grazie a tutti che hanno partecipato e ci vediamo il prossimo anno.

Thank you to all who participated and we will see you next year.

Giorgina Gauci SAC Chair

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This year’s Seafood Spectacular really was an event not to be missed.

The CYCSA Fishing Association, in collaboration with the Social Activities Committee, was proud to host the 2024 Seafood Spectacular in Mariners Ristorante.

On arrival the room was inviting with an elegant look and a little fun had with table centre pieces representing an island fishing scene, courtesy of the efforts of Tina Schembri and Giorgi Gauci’s creative skills.

Upon arrival guests were ushered to their table and served a welcome glass of Prosecco.

Chef Camillo did a spectacular job of showcasing local South Australian produce through a five-course showcase of dishes. The courses were beautifully presented and tasted even better. Each course was paced so that you never felt rushed and had time to savour the experience.

Chef Camillo Crugnale was welcomed to the lectern and spoke briefly about the food and the event. It was easy to sense his delight in presenting a showcase of seafood in a more sophisticated way than we experience in many other restaurants.

On looking back over the courses, I have to say my stand-out favourite was the sea scallops with speck, mushrooms and with hollandaise sauce, simply fantastic!

As has become a feature of this event in recent years, while the food service was underway, Fishing Association member Glen Simpson ran a ‘creatures of the sea’ identification quiz. This kept the guests busy for a good while, as some species pictured appeared out of this world and certainly weren’t the sort of thing you would expect to catch on any local fishing trip. As more wine was consumed the answers became more creative which added to the fun.

One lucky guest, Greg Smith, who was in the ‘right’ seat for the occasion, received a ‘lucky door prize’. The CYCSA Fishing Association is most grateful for our new sponsor SA Boat Trailers – Spitfire Trailers who provided a trailer service voucher for either a boat or regular trailer. Andrew Van Ryneveld, who owns Spitfire Trailers, presented the prize on the night.

A special thank you is needed for the following volunteers, Vadis Rodato, Glen Simpson, Giorgina Gauci and my wife Tina, along with staff Camillo Crugnale, Haresh Singh and their teams for making it a great night.

We look forward to seeing more of you at next years event which is likely to be held at a similar time of the year. More detail will follow in future editions of Groundswell and of course on our Club website and social media channels.

Peter Schembri Chair Fishing Association

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Do you have a great fishing story to tell that’s not just another fishing story?

Well here is your chance to prove to all your mates that your story is a winner!

Send in a photograph with your catch and a few details such as where and when you caught your beauty, fish species and size, and you could win your name on the CYCSA Fishing Association perpetual award board and a personalised trophy to take home and prove to your mates once and for all that you really did catch the big one!

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With the largest fish or biggest haul taking out honours each year.

Entries supported with a photograph of your catch and some details as described above will get you registered for judging and a chance to win like these happy anglers in years gone by.

All entries need to be submitted to: reception@cycsa.com.au or via our online submission form on our website by no later than 30 November 2024. Oh and you can enter as many times as you like. Awards will be presented at the All Associations bash on Saturday 14 December.

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Join us for Cockling Day at Goolwa Beach on Sunday 17 November, check our Club calendar for updates.

The CYCSA Fishing Association invites all members, families and friends to a fun-filled day at Goolwa Beach for cockle collecting and bait restocking after the closed season. The tides are perfect for easy cockling in the calm shallows, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.

After a successful day of cockle collecting, enjoy a sausage sizzle BBQ lunch on the beach. Free for CYCSA Fishing Association members (nominal charge for non-members and guests).

RSVP: Please let us know if you’re attending by emailing reception@cycsa.com.au

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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.

CYCSA member Julian Newton loves racing yachts and after many seasons with his Elliot ESPX Game Over, the Thompson 8 Game On and MC38 Game On 2, he decided it was time to move on to something different and discovered the Cape 31. Keeping with tradition he named his new boat Game On 31. Julian’s 31 footer was built by Cape Performance Sailing in Cape Town. She arrived at the CYCSA in November 2023 and caused much interest among the racers. With his crew of seven, the 2024 Port Lincoln Regatta gave the new boat a good trial where Game On 31 won IRC division 2.

The Cape 31 has an interesting history. The fleet started with one man’s vision. A Scottish avid yacht racer, Lord Irvine Laidlaw, whose racing yachts were all named Highland Fling, commissioned Mark Mills to design the Cape 31 targeted at the highest level of One Design and IRC racing without getting into the high-cost of complete carbon construction. His design was to support youth sailing in Cape Town before youngsters moved on to the larger racing yachts. The first Cape 31 was built in 2017 by Cape Performance Sailing and by April 2023 the company had built 65.

The Cape 31’s length overall is 9.56m, the beam 3.10m with a 2.45m draft. She is a racing keelboat built predominantly of fibreglass and carbon fibre. The hull is made from vacuum-bagged E-glass with a core of cellular foam. The design has a fractional sloop rig with a squaretopped mainsail, a bowsprit, two sets of swept spreaders, a carbon fibre two-piece mast and aluminium boom with steel rod standing rigging. The hull has a plumb stem and transom and a fixed carbon fibre fin keel with a weighted lead bulb. An internally mounted spade-type rudder is controlled by a carbon tiller. The design has a hull speed of 7.21 knots although with the right conditions it can plane at speeds in excess of 25 knots. Game On 31 has a 15hp in-built diesel engine with a sail drive.

Designer Mark Mills is one of the most successful yacht designers of recent years and he has taken the Cape 31 hull design under his wing. The Cape is happy in all wind ranges, great in the breeze and sails both upwind and downwind incredibly, so should succeed wherever it goes.

Built for speed without compromise, Mark Mills designed this boat to be a fast, modern speedster. The clean ramp deck allows sailors to be unencumbered when moving about the boat but, with a fairly low freeboard, getting wet becomes part of the journey. Luckily the crew love it!

Another excellent thing about the boat is that the kite is up and down in five seconds, super simple. It’s pulled down into the forward hatch with the retriever line which goes directly to the stern where the line pops out and a crew member pulls the kite down. The bowgirl just guides it into the hatch and that’s all. One of the rules for IRC racing is the crew weight. There’s a limit of 595kg and to meet the requirement the Cape 31 has an agile and lightweight female bowgirl. An accomplished sailor, Alyssa handles her role skilfully.

The Cape 31 is very adaptable and can be packed down and shipped in a 40’ container. At the time of writing she is heading to Hamilton Island, where it’s the first time the class will all race together. It’s the inaugural nationals for

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the Capes that will also be competing on IRC in the Super 40 class. The boat has been described as a mini TP52 and it will be interesting to see how she fares. Aims for the future are Geelong Race Week and any regattas around Australia that fit the time line. When home, local weekend racing and twilights are on the calendar.

Thank you Julian for allowing me to write about Game On 31.

The Club will be watching your progress with interest.

Pat Catley Congratulations to Game On 31!

Julian and his crew have secured second place in the Cape 31 National Championship at Hamilton Island Race Week.

Look out for the feature article in the next edition of Groundswell.

Game On 31 at Lincoln Week. Image credit: Down Under Sail

Lady J is a Meridian 459 motor yacht moored in the eastern basin and owned by CYCSA members Steve and Julie Slack.

The boat was built in Tennessee and part of the Sea Ray family of yacht builders. She arrived new in Perth in 2008.

Eight years later in 2016, Steve and Julie bought the boat and made her their own. Julie fell in love with the name first, as it seemed this boat was destined to be theirs. She had 165 hours on the twin Cummins diesel engines at the time of purchase but has done a lot more since then. This version of the Meridian has two bedrooms and two bathrooms with a kitchen and dinette. She has cream granite surfaces with tan leather seating making the interior very comfortable.

The 459 is a good boat because she is so easy to use. She responds precisely and immediately to the faintest pressure on her hydraulically actuated wheel or the subtlest adjustment to her Tele-flex mechanical throttles. The gauges, switches, and knobs are easily accessible while sitting at the helm on the fly bridge. Trim tab rockers, Tachs, Compass and Chart-plotter.

You name it. Everything is easy to spot and readily at hand.

Lady J is 14.5m in length, has a draft of 1.30m and a beam of 4.4m. She can reach speeds of up to 26 knots and is equipped with bow and stern thrusters to allow for easy docking.

The spacious non-skid cockpit provides easy access to the water from the swim platform, inviting you to enjoy the warmth of sunny days with activities like paddle boarding or outdoor dining. The sundeck has shaded lounging areas, perfect for relaxing with a cool drink and soaking in the beauty that surrounds you. The helm area with its ample seating transforms into a lively entertaining space, where the skipper can actively engage with guests.

Construction of the fibreglass boat was professional. To disperse shock loads and generally reduce running stresses, stringers are engineered to continue from the transom well into the bow area, a good distance beyond where most builders

leave off. Also, load-bearing bulkheads are bonded to both the hull and deck to absorb stress and cut down on noise and vibration. Furthermore, all holes cut in bulkheads for conduits, hoses, and wires are thoroughly sealed with colour coordinated silicone to reduce noise and the technique works. With the lazaretto-ensconced genset running dockside, sound levels are so low in the saloon, master and VIP, they fail to hit the minimum measurement of 50 dB-A on the decibel meter.

Before buying the Meridian Steve and Julie owned a Riviera M370 sports cruiser. For 10 years they enjoyed her and the boat was used for Steve and Julie’s business, Adelaide Diving, which was also the name of the boat. However with Lady J, they take her out for relaxing cruises, sometimes to Port Vincent or local places of interest. She is a comfortable home away from home and perfect for the retirement years.

Thank you for sharing you boat with Club members, and enjoy your times on board.

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CRUISING ASSOCIATION UPDATE Over the past year the Cruising Association has continued to thrive, with growing club participation and a host of fantastic events. We have had an amazing time and want to extend a big thank you to all our members for embracing and supporting the Association. With a strong committee in place we warmly welcome both new and long time members to become involved. If you are a financial member of the CYCSA, you are automatically part of the Cruising Association so come along and be part of the adventure and Club atmosphere.

HISTORIC PORT ADELAIDE CRUISE: JULY 19-20

Despite the gale force winds over the weekend (52 knots recorded at the Black Pole), the Cruising Association, with the generous invitation from the Port Adelaide Sailing Club (PASC), was able to navigate the weather challenges and enjoy a fantastic weekend together. Several CYCSA boats arrived a day early to dodge the worse of the storm. Friday night our friends at the PASC treated us to an outstanding three-course dinner in their warm clubhouse. A special thanks to Nathan Bennett and the PASC volunteers for their hard work and hospitality.

Saturday included a tour of the Port Adelaide Enfield Council chambers, a walk around town with the occasional ghost story, a relaxing afternoon at Pirate Life Brewery and a dinner together at the Port Adelaide British Hotel. Huge thanks to committee members Adrian Wotton and Tracey Hutt for hosting this event.

NEW CA INITIATIVES

I am pleased to announce the addition of a new CYCSA Stansbury mooring bringing the total to four at this location. The ‘Mega Mooring’ is designed with larger vessels in mind and offers double the capacity for enhanced safety. The distinctive black rings on a red mooring buoy help identify it. In collaboration with CYCSA management and CA sponsorship, it is great to see this project now ‘sunk’. Details of this new mooring can be found on the Club’s website at: cycsa.com.au/cruising-association-anchorages The committee has been quietly working behind the scenes and we are thrilled to hint that something new is in the works, an exciting announcement is on the way soon just in time for Opening Day.

A special thank you to Charlesworth Nuts, George Family Winegrowers and Heynen Planning Consultants. Their generosity and support is greatly appreciated and enables the Cruising Association to add excitement and value to your CYCSA membership.

Looking forward to seeing you soon!

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

Darren Harvey CYCSA Cruising Association, Chair

UPCOMING EVENTS – SAVE THE DATES ‘SOUNDS BY THE SEA’ STANSBURY CRUISE & MUSIC FESTIVAL – 5-7 OCTOBER 2024 Saturday evening: FREE music festival held by the Stansbury Sports and Community Club.

Don’t forget to register – ticket entry only. Live music with five bands lined up including the Kopy Katz. It is going to be a great way to spend the long weekend.

Sunday evening: ‘Sunday session on the grass’ with the CYCSA Cruising Association.

Further details soon, including how to register for Sundays catering option via the Club calendar.

CLUB BBQ AT THE CYCSA – SATURDAY 9 NOVEMBER 2024 Hosted by the Cruising Association – It is going to be a big one!

NEW YEAR’S EVE CA BEACH PARTY – TUESDAY 31 DECEMBER 2024 Rocky Point, Kangaroo Island. A great way to wrap up 2024!

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Berths For Sale @ Cruising Yacht Club of SA

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CYCSA Marina West Berth L02

T-Head Marina Berth VB35

ü Designated as a 20m single berth (7.3m wide)

ü 20m highly desirable T-Head position

ü For sale at $195,000

ü For sale at $125,000

ü Modern amenities building

ü Suitable for large boat or catamaran

Located on the Le Fevre Peninsula at North Haven, just 30 minutes from Adelaide CBD. Highly secure, Marina West offers convenient on-site parking and protected berths.

Port Vincent is on the rise as a significant tourism destination for Yorke Peninsula, with exciting development plans currently underway.

Find out more at: www.docksideportvincent.com

Enjoy exclusive access to the superb Club facilities of the Cruising Yacht Club of SA.

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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 s: C01 – All offers considered URGENT SALE 8m tw: F01, F02 – from $35,000 C11 – $35,000 All offers considered C13 – $33,000, C02 – $22,000 All Offers considered C07 – All offers considered 10m tw: A09, A10, A14, A22, A34- from $30,000 A17, A18 – from $20,000 for both F04 – $12,000 A28, F09, F19, F28 – All offers considered A40 – $10,000, F14 – $18,000 – all offers considered F18 – $20,000, A20, F26 – Reduced to $20,000 F34 – All offers considered, F36 –Reduced to $10,000 F37 – $10,000, A32 – $10,000 All reasonable offers considered 10m s: A03, A12 – from $73,000, A05 – $35,000 - All offers considered A25 – All offers considered 11m tw: A41 – $35,000, A42 – All offers considered C16 – $25,000 – All offers considered 12m tw: D20, D35, D36, – from $29,000 D28 –$35,000 – All offers considered D14, D37, E13 – All offers considered E14 – $15,000 offers considered E26, E27 – $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 E01 - Reduced to $45,000 – All offers considered D23 – Reduced to $40,000 E32 – $30,000 – All offers considered 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: C24, – $120,000, C27 – $80,000 offers considered C25 All offers considered 15m s: C35- from $145,000, C39 – $100,000 – All offers considered C40 – $60,000, B32 – $125,000 – All offers considered B26 – $115,000, B31, B36 – All offers considered 16m s: B17 –$160,000 ono (All offers considered) B20 – $159,000, B16 – $110,000 – Offers Considered B22 – $150,000 – All offers considered B18 –$120,000 – All offers considered 20m s: A49 – $95,000 – under offer

HARDSTANDS FOR SALE 9m: H70, H43, from $3,500 H10 - by negotiation – contact lub for information 10m: H108 – $10,000 – all offers considered HS138 - $5,500 HS145 – $5,500 – offers considered 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 14m: M07 – $50,000 – All offers considered 15m: N03 – Reduce to $50,000 – offers considered M08 – All offers considered 17m: J19, J20 – from $150,000, J09 – $100,000 J08, J10 – All offers considered 18m: M10 – $99,000 – offers considered 20m: K07, K08, – from $135,000 K01, 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, A08, A18, A22, A23 – from $15,000 A20 – $12,000, A08 – $10,000 A10 – all offers considered 12m tw: C53, C63 – from $28,000 B29, B32, 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 C68 – $20,000 -All offers considered 14m s: D70 – $40,000 – offers considered D78 – from $45,000, D77 – Offers invited 15m s: D84 – $39,000 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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