Hillarys Yacht Club Compass Magazine September 2016

compass Hillarys Yacht Club

The official publication of Hillarys Yacht Club Inc

SEPTEMBER 2016

Feature Article

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Dive Adventures

Club Update

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Know Your Skipper

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Bart Brouwer

SECTION UPDATES

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CONTENTS

Cover photo: Winter Series Keelboat Racing Photo courtesy of Greg Jennings

OFFICE HOURS MONDAY

FEATURES

Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

Dive Adventures

Dinner & Drinks 6pm - 8pm (except Public Holidays) $19.50 Chef Choice (dishes vary each week) plus a glass of wine or beer

TUESDAY

Club Closed

WEDNESDAY

Members Bar 11.30am - 10pm

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General Manager’s Report

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Know Your Skipper

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Training & Development

14

Through the Porthole

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Dive

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Dinghy

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Keelboat Racing

24

Cruising in Company

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Wet Bar 12pm - 8pm Food service available until 8pm

Angling

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Marina Room Bar 4pm - 11pm

Marina Facilities

30

Power

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Dinner A la Carte 6pm - 9pm

Members’ Services Directory

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Buffet 6pm - 9pm $28 Child 4-10 years $1 per year, 11-12 years $15

Club Contact Information

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Lunch A la Carte 12pm - 3pm

Members Bar 11.30am - 11pm Lunch A la Carte 12pm - 3pm Wet Bar Closed Dinner 6pm - 9pm Steak & Seafood menu plus a drink $26 Members Bar 11.30am - 11pm

Lunch A la Carte 12pm - 3pm Happy Hour 4.30pm - 5.30pm

SATURDAY

Commodore’s Report

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Dinner 6pm - 9pm Members’ Wednesday $30

FRIDAY

IN EVERY ISSUE

Club Update

Wet Bar 5pm - 7pm Jag the Joker

THURSDAY

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Members Bar 4pm - 8pm

Members Bar 11.30am - 11pm Wet Bar 12pm - 6pm Food service available until 6pm Lunch A la Carte 12pm - 3pm Dinner A la Carte 6pm - 9pm

SUNDAY

Breakfast A la Carte 8am - 11am Members Bar 11.30am - 8pm Wet Bar 12pm - 6pm Food service available until 6pm Lunch A la Carte 12pm - 3pm Dinner (Bar Only) 3pm - 8pm Happy Hour 4.30pm - 5.30pm Buffet 5.30pm - 7.30pm $28 Child 4-10 years $1 per year,

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COMMODORE’S REPORT Hello!

I’m hoping you’ve all managed to stay reasonably warm over the last few months, as I have found it to be one of the coldest I have ever known!

Sound patronage around the bars and restaurants certainly reveals the depth of bravery that many of our members are prepared to endure in order to enjoy a cold beer or a hearty warm meal at their Club. Whilst the long, freezing winter hasn’t entirely put the brakes on Club activity, it certainly has had a significant impact on our budget. So bring on the warmer Spring weather!

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Thank you to the approximate 70 members who braved the weather to participate in our AGM (7th August 2016). Reports on the club’s finances and activities were presented and the minimal amount of questions raised in general business appears to endorse the notion that all is running well for us here at HYC. Two points worthy of mention though are the new Loyalty Program initiative – see the General Managers report for details - and secondly and most importantly, the possibility of holding a Special General Meeting regarding fees and cash reserves.

CLUB FINANCES The difficult task for those charged with balancing the Club finances together with maximizing the value

in your membership is incredibly challenging in a normal world let alone at a time when a worsening economy threatens the level of income the club requires to cover the ever increasing expenses. The narrative around almost every economic discussion is about the arduous times ahead and we are certainly not immune to the evident tough times at present.

With this in mind, we have embarked upon a detailed examination of the impact of these significant rising costs (substantially greater than the CPI suggests) against our flagging income and the subsequent pressure on cash flow. The outcome of this examination suggests we need to take counteractive measures immediately and both Club Management and Executive Committees are busy producing a financial plan not only to address this but also to ensure we are debt free by 2023. I expect we will hold a Special General meeting this November to this effect.

COMMODORES’ BALLS This is the season many WA Yacht Clubs hold their respective Commodores Ball. Natalie and myself have recently attended East Fremantle, Mandurah and Ocean Reef clubs’ special events, all of which have put on a fantastic show and made both of us feel incredibly welcome. I note with interest that Hillarys Yacht Club’s own “CHICK MAGNET” the legendary Kevin Stacy was seen strutting his stuff at the recent Mandurah Offshore Fishing and Sailing Club Commodores Ball. For those who do not know him, Kevin is our current Club Sailing Champion at the young age of 80+ something. An amazing individual and long-time patron of our Club.

HYC’s own 2016 Commodore’s Ball proved to be

The sun sets in readiness for the HYC Commodore’s Ball

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Winter hasn’t been all bad!

Photo by Brian Meade

a very popular event with the “All That Glitters Is Gold” theme allowing members to glam it up and party on.

The Blues Brothers theme band rallied members on very early in the night led by Vice Commodore Barry Jewson.

Barry has an apparent love for the lime light and the dance floor, encouraging members to get into the swing of things even before sweets came out. The feature band Peace, Love And All That Stuff had to drop their first set and go straight into the party mode music just to keep up with members ripping up the dance floor.

JAG THE JOKER Your Club is always looking for exciting concepts, means and ways in which members can participate in activities promoting camaraderie and friendship across all HYC sections. Jag The Joker is one of these initiatives recently introduced as a weekday get together where all members can enjoy a quick drink and the chance to win the jackpot (5pm to 7pm Wednesdays). Take the time to attend the next Wednesday afternoon you have free, there is a great dinner deal to go with it.

OUR SPONSORS I would like to take the opportunity through this Compass article to impress upon our members the significance of the incredible support of our Club sponsors. Firstly, a big thank you to our committed sponsors for their ongoing support and generous contributions. The legacy that their support provides is very tangible and can be seen in the ongoing transformation of our Club facilities such as the Wet Bar and in the near future, a kids playground. In addition, our sailors, anglers and divers enjoy the fruits of their sport with prizes largely provided by sponsors.

The relationship between the Club and our sponsors is not simply limited to a sign on a notice board, naming rights in Compass or their name mentioned in a presentation. We need to up the ante and look to return the goodwill so generously afforded to us. Keep an eye out for our sponsor’s brands and give them the opportunity to win your custom.

NEW ACTIVITIES As September arrives so will the warmer conditions and the opportunity to enjoy the previously mentioned activities or some of the new activities planned for 2016/17 such as Stand Up Paddling, a family snorkel day and more water based events. Keep an eye our for the promo’s.

MELBOURNE CUP The HYC Melbourne Cup Luncheon is a great way to enjoy “the race that stops the nation”. You can be guaranteed The Harbour Room will be packed and everyone will be in fine form relishing the great dining experience that comes with this special day and later dance the afternoon away to the tunes of the band of the day. With a bit of luck you might get lucky in a sweepstake but be assured this is a club event not to be missed!

THE QUEENSLAND ANNEX Brett Young and Tanya Bartram who were only just recently sailing their First 35 (Haywire) here at HYC have moved to Queensland with the boat and along with Karen and John Cable are competing in the Hamilton island Race Week. Andy Hill has made the trip across to crew.

For the record Karen and John Cable, HYC members who also moved to Queensland would like us to believe they run the HYC Airlie Beach annex, and in good spirit offer up their hospitality to club members (provided you bring the drinks).

Vice Commodore Neil Harrison and his wife Wendy are also competing in the event on different boats with Wendy doing very well at this stage on the “all girl crew” 45 foot “Mister Jibe” If you haven’t been to the club recently, please take the opportunity to reacquaint yourself with the fabulous social and dining opportunities on offer, preferably invite some of your friends to join you and introduce them to our magnificent facilities.

I hope to see you around!

■ Simon Davenport

Commodore

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GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT

AROUND THE CLUB

LOYALTY REWARDS PROGRAM

Well here we are only a month away from Opening Day and the start of another summer season.

Winter has certainly felt colder and the weather not really conducive to good boating. Dinghy and Keel racing has had their interruptions with weekend weather and strong wind warnings reducing racing days and sailing opportunities.

Obviously power boating and cruising has also been affected which is easily recognisable by the lower fuel sales experienced. During the last twelve weeks there has only really been one weekend, that of 13/14 August which allowed for on water activity and good boating weather.

Winter has always had its quieter moments, so hopefully with spring upon us and some sunnier days being looked forward to, activity in, out and around the Club will be welcomed.

Wednesday Jag the Joker and Friday Night member draws are a great opportunity to have the chance of winning and being rewarded for attending the Club.

Both draws now jackpot weekly with prizes of $650 and $550 currently available. All you have to do is be there to have the chance of winning. So get down to the Club, enjoy the activities, the company of fellow members and all the Club has to offer.

Advice to date suggests many members are now aware of the way the program operates. The more you use your card when enjoying food and beverage at the Club, the more you receive in return! Loyalty rewards start accruing once the first level, your $130 quarterly levy, has been reached. Increased rewards accrue at subsequent levels being $260, $520 and $780.

Reward beverage vouchers are printed at the tills when each level is achieved. They do not have to be used immediately and can be left to increase with each level. Vouchers do not expire until the end of the following levy period. If a till receipt is printed at the time of purchase, the receipt identifies the members spend and the level reached to date. The reward beverage voucher can be redeemed when the member wishes.

If the voucher is used at the first level, another voucher will become available when the second level is reached.

If you have any queries, food and beverage staff can assist your inquiries at the point of sale tills.

OCTOBER COME & TRY We are again opening the Club up during the month of October, including Opening Day, to allow anyone interested in joining the Club to experience all we have to offer. This is a great opportunity to let your friends and neighbours know they are welcome to try out the Club, its hospitality, its activities, its views and to meet other members. All visitors do need to be signed in when they attend or if they make a restaurant booking.

DISCOVER SAILING DAY Also part of the “Come and Try” month is Discover Sailing Day on Sunday 23rd October.

This day always attracts plenty of people and families to the Club to go out sailing on yachts and dinghies provided by our members who kindly volunteer their time in support of the Club. It’s a great opportunity for any current members who may want to go for a sail to get out there too. So let your friends know there is plenty to do during October at Hillarys Yacht Club

COME & TRY

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DIVE

Hillarys Yacht Club is open to the general public this October Visit the website for all the details

FISHING DINGHY CRUISING POWERBOAT TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT SOCIAL GROUPS KEELBOAT RACING RESTAURANTS & BARS

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INSIDE THE CLUB Here is the latest list of members drawn Friday evenings at 7.30pm in the Clubhouse. The drawn member needs to be present to collect the $500 plus Jackpot, not friends of, sisters of, or 5 minutes away by car, they need to be in the building when drawn.

Eddie & Susan Tranter Klaus & Tracy Schwinkowski Malcolm McWaters Chris and Debbie Emmerson Mark & Jacinta Dunn Paul & Sue Kendall Nick & Jane Hart Greg McDougall Travis Mansfield Janet Saunders Eugene Johnsen & Challis Wilson Mark and Lynda Harvey Rick & Tricia Green

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Welcome

to all our new members

Neil & Sue Ascott Jeffrey & Lucie Bedells Stephen Bird & Tran Thi Kim Thanh Deborah Cook Frank Cook Andrew & Mikayla Dunne Kieran Foley Leonardo Harvie Raymond Hill Lianne Hulse Kye Jamieson Greg & Vicki Lynch Logan Lynn Joachim & Lilian Matulich Luka Moore Blignault Olivier

Ordinary Ordinary Ordinary Crew Crew Ordinary Junior Junior Crew Ordinary Junior Ordinary Junior Ordinary Junior Crew

â– Danny Rechichi General Manager

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Dive Adventures Hillarys Yacht Club Divers explore Indonesian waters Every year the HYC Dive Section embarks on an overseas dive trip and this year it was to Manado on Celebes Island, Indonesia. 10 club members and 3 others flew to Singapore and then Manado to stay at Tasik Ria Resort for 22 dives in 8 days. The diving was primarily in Bunaken National Marine Park which, as a protected area, offered some of the worlds best tropical reef diving.

Highlights of the trip included close encounters with a brand new Sperm Whale calf and many very healthy looking turtles. All manner of fish, soft and hard coral, sea horses, anemone with symbiotic clown fish, gorgonian fans and of course sharks provided hours of underwater viewing pleasure. Some of our drift dives had us virtually low flying along reef walls replete with a kaleidoscopic display of colour and abundant marine life.

The resort had a Fawlty Towers air to it with its best years definitely in the past, but any accommodation shortfall was offset by delightful staff always ready to help. A request to source limes and mint led to the invention of a cocktail now known as the “Manado”. A concoction that contravenes the nuclear, biological and chemical treaties of 36 countries but surely heals any ailment. As an added bonus, it also kills cockroaches.

As our divers are all experienced, the diving was event and stress free. The dive guides also relaxed, realising this was not a baby sitting exercise as they so often are.

We watched with amusement as other snorkel and dive groups thrashed in the water and kicked each other.

The participants were Rick, Judy, Michael, Sue, JG, Cass, Kamila, Margaret, Nicola and myself from HYC. Troy from Perth Diving Academy organised the trip and was our sherpa. Garth and Amanda made up a very cohesive

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group of 13 divers and I am delighted to say that despite the tummy grumbles, poor plumbing, bug bites and other loud and annoying guests, laughter and companionship prevailed.

Next years adventure is planned for Komodo in the first week of July on a live aboard boat. This is being organised once again through Troy at PDA and I thank him for his sterling work in organising the Manado trip.

■ Brian Meade A new born Sperm Whale calf makes an appearance before heading deep.

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Wet ‘n Wild

BORNEO With the larger group heading off to Manado for an 'all dive' trip four of us opted to go for some diving in Borneo combined with a chance to venture into the rainforest.

First stop was Kota Kinabalu and three nights unwinding by the water. Non-divers enjoyed the spa while the divers had two days in Tunka Abdul Rahman Marine Park. This area is not on most divers must-do list and we can conclude it probably shouldn't be. It was wet and warm and not much more. Unfortunately a typhoon way to the north stirred things up and the visability was not dissimilar to Rottnest after a 4m swell. If you wanted a photo of more than your hand in front of your face it would have been a challenge!

Still this was always a prelude to the main event. Our 'no dive' day before flying was spent getting some culture at the local tribal village. The reputation of HYC clearly preceded us as one of our group was sworn in as the visiting tribal chief for the day!

Stage 2 on the trip was Sandakan on the northern tip of Borneo and an overnight journey to the rainforest. Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre is only a 40 minute drive from the town on the way to our jungle lodge. These amazing animals are brought here as orphans and through the recovery process are released into a protected but unrestricted reserve where they are free to leave. They take years to gain the skills to become fully independent and will return less and less as they grow.

That night after checking in to our eco forest lodge we took a cruise along a tributary of the Kinabatangan River to spot the troops of screeching proboscis monkeys as the

settled into the tree tops for the night. On our final jungle day we visited Gomantong Cave where a million swallows build nests from saliva only for locals to harvest them for Chinese soup. And this is called a delicacy! The mess from the swallows is cleared up by an Indiana Jones moving carpet of cockroaches that cover hand rails and boardwalks.

Just don't look down!

Finally time for another short flight, then bus and 45 minute boat transfer to Mabul Island and the chance to dive at Palau Sipadan. For any diver who enjoys the tropical fish side of our chosen sport, this ranks as amongst the best in the world. A tiny coral peak sitting on top of 600 metres of underwater cliffs. It is hard to put into words the exhilaration of floating alongside walls of coral teaming with small fish, with reef sharks and large Green Turtles at almost every turn, while below you is nothing but the black of the deep. Even our non-diving partners took the chance to snorkel and get a sense of the amazing world beneath these particular waves.

Being only two in our group we also had the opportunity to venture into Turtle Cavern, a pitch black cave beneath the island that becomes a graveyard for turtles that become disorientated in the dark. The risk of losing a diver means the guides do not often take clients here where the floor is littered with the skeletal remains.

Trip over; all that is left is the boat, bus and flights back to a wintery Perth.

â– Jon Tompkins

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CLUB EVENTS

Social Events

COMMODORE’S BALL

A T A GL A N C E

SEPTEMBER

A wonderful evening of glitz and glamour celebrated the end of season at the annual Commodore’s Ball. All that Glitters is Gold was the theme carried throughout the event, from the glittery backdrop where our guests posed for photos to the menus and sparkles on the tables.

Commodore Simon Davenport opened the evening by thanking guests for attending before everyone was treated to a three course meal and a floor show from Blues Brothers. The hit band Peace, Love and all that stuff followed and got most people to their feet to fill the dance floor!

And so a great night had to come to an end eventually with trails of glitter following guests out on their departure!

Thank you to the Chefs, function staff and Simon Davenport for putting on yet another fantastic event to add to the long list of successful Commodore’s Balls.

CHRISTMAS PARTY IN JULY

Friday 2

Friday Live Music: Crossover

Sunday 4

Father’s Day Live Music Sundays: Ralph Richardson and Aaron Woolley

Friday 9

Friday Live Music: Bill Blaine

Sunday 11

Live Music Sundays: Aaron Woolley

Friday 16

Friday Live Music: Peter Dellecoste

Sunday 18

Live Music Sundays: Nicky Sandover

Friday 23

Friday Live Music: Barry Gee

Sunday 25

Live Music Sundays: Duncan Macintosh

Sunday 30

Live Music Sundays: Wayne Pride Family Night: Bop ‘till you drop!

OCTOBER Sunday 2

Live Music Sundays: Vision

Friday 7

Friday Live Music: Replay

Sunday 9

Opening Day

Friday 14

Friday Live Music: Brenton Fosdike

Sunday 16

Live Music Sundays: Barry Gee

Friday 21

Friday Live Music: Dean Denton

Sunday 23

Live Music Sundays: Trevor Jalla

Friday 28

Live Music: Jay Weston Family Night: Halloween Movie

Sunday 30

Live Music Sundays: Eddie Roberts

NOVEMBER

The bar was lifted once again this year with the decision to put on a party style Christmas in July event. There was no need to wait until December to get into the Christmas spirit with drinks flowing well into the night!

Our traditional Christmas buffet was met with many a compliment to the Chefs and clean plates making their way back to the kitchen. The sensational Perth duo Kokomo kicked us into ‘party mode’, once again filling the dance floor and creating a night to remember! The addition of live music to Christmas in July celebrations was a huge success, and in fact, it may prove difficult to top this in December, but of course... we’ll give it our best shot!

Tuesday 1

Melbourne Cup

Friday 4

Friday Live Music: Phoenix

Sunday 6

Live Music Sundays: John Talati

Friday 11

Friday Live Music: Aaron Woolley

Sunday 13

Live Music Sundays: Jhoe Mura

Friday 18

Friday Live Music: Vision

Sunday 20

Live Music Sundays: Jay Weston

Friday 25

Friday Live Music: Neil Adams Family Night: Pop Magic Show

Sunday 27

Live Music Sundays: Duncan Macintosh

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Know your skipper

Bart Brouwer surprisingly managed to convince Marie to crew the family Spacesailor 20 for Rottnest trips. He was a regular crew member on an Endeavour 24 at RPYC before family commitments intervened. When the kids had grown a bit he started sailing again as crew on a Javelin at Perth Dinghy Sailing Club. At age 40 plus, Bart and his skipper were clearly in the “veterans” category for this performance dinghy. They set the club record for most number of capsizes in a race. Bart quickly decided to give up on the Javelin and crew on a more age-appropriate Farr 38 at FSC instead.

HYC Perspective

Age and Membership Bart is a keen keelboat racing sailor who has been a member of HYC since 2005 and is 58 years young. He grew up in Perth and having moved into the Sorrento area back in 1986, Bart can still remember the vigorous opposition to the boat harbour and the early years when the shops were largely empty of customers.

Initially Bart sailed as crew on the M27 class yacht, Covert Operation. He then took the opportunity to buy a half ownership share and has since shared skippering the boat with his co-owner and then neighbor, Graham Atkinson. The last 10 years sailing at HYC have been the most enjoyable for Bart. He considers Covert Operation an exciting and rewarding boat to sail and the dedicated crew makes it a double pleasure. The highlight was when Covert Operation won the Keelboat Club Champion’s trophy in 2011. His recollection of HYC when he first became a member was how friendly and informal the club was. The diversity of activities is the other big distinguishing feature of the club.

Family Background Bart and Marie have been married for over 25 years and they have twin daughters, Ann and Jill. His father was a keen sailor and handyman who built his first three sailboats himself to teach Bart and his brothers how to sail. Bart considers his biggest achievement was surviving two years at home as the principal carer of their twin baby girls. He became expert at many things like changing nappies, mushing vegetables and never sleeping. The girls are 19 years old now so Bart doesn’t have to change nappies or mush vegetables any more, but he says there are still a few sleepless nights.

Occupation Bart has recently retired from a lengthy career as a tax accountant with the ATO. He is now busy focusing on his family, some longstanding projects and his role as HYC Keelboat Racing Captain.

Yachts and Achievements Bart has sailed on or owned a number of boats. First was a Windrush 600. This was an oversize surf cat which was well designed for getting quickly to Rottnest and parking on the beach in front of the pub. After this he

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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT This winter has been a challenge to conduct events on the water. At the same time, a number of items of Training and Development are being developed.

Tackers has continued as our major training effort, with the July School Holiday introducing 11 children to sailing through their participation in Tackers 1 in the first week! Five of these went on to complete the Tackers 2 course. The young sailors who completed this course were very excited to meet our Commodore, Simon Davenport.

HYC’S APPROACH TO WATER TRAINING ACTIVITIES Naturally, at HYC, we continue to ensure the highest quality of duty of care for our activities. We recognise that all water activities carry some degree of risk and there are a number of actions to be taken before an activity is conducted at HYC to ensure we consider it safe to go ahead.

We need to visit the Weather Bureau forecast sites and consider the weather in regards to the specific activity - whether it be junior sailing, dinghy racing, angling or diving or other. For this, our go-to websites are www.seabreeze.com.au or www.bom.gov.au.

Secondly we need to consider any relevant Shark activity in the vicinity of the Club activity.

The web site we use is www.sharksmart.com.au which provides real time updates and reports of sightings using information fed through by Surf Life Saving WA and the Department of Fisheries.

These reports are then considered relevant by their location to our Club activities. The decision is then made on whether the activity continues.

DUYFKEN: 2016 HARTOG EXHIBITION We are working with the management of the Duyfken with their visit to Hillarys in September.

Dutchman Dirk Hartog and his crew became the first Europeans to walk on Western Australian soil when they landed on an island just north of Shark Bay in 1616.

This year the Duyfken replica – a rare reproduction of typical Dutch trading vessels of Hartog’s time – will be central to the 400th commemoration of this significant event in Western Australian history.

Many of the local schools will have the opportunity to have a look at the ship before it continues its voyage as part of the 400 year celebrations.

UPCOMING TRAINING A new Keel program will commence in September using the two M27’s: HYC Training and Xtreme. This will involve identifying the necessary sailing skills to be delivered.

Thursday afternoon Dinghy training will commence in September in accordance with our water space application.

FREE TACKERS DAY On Saturday, September 17, HYC will conduct a Discover Sailing Day from the beach in the Marina adjacent to where the Duyfken will be on display. This is open to the public.

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To book any of the HYC Training courses please visit the Training Courses page on the website or call 9246 2833

Recreational Skipper’s Ticket (RST) Recreational Skipper’s Ticket (RST) will ensure that people in charge of recreational vessels have the minimum skills and knowledge to protect themselves, their passengers, and to share the waterway safely with others. The assessment of these competencies will be in two sections: theory and practical.

Next Course

Junior Fishing Clinic Ages 9-16 Learn how to rig your rod, practise casting, fishing on Hillarys Yacht Club boats, fish weigh-in competition, heaps of prizes, two sausage sizzle and loads of fun!

Next Course

Sept 17 | 9am - 4pm Oct 8 | 9am - 4pm Nov 12 | 9am - 4pm

Sept 27, 28 & 29 | 9am - 12pm, 7am - 1pm & 7am - 1pm $150 members $200 non members

Cost: $180 Members $220 Non Members

Radio Courses If you are operating VHF marine radio, you must hold a “Marine Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency”.

Next Course

This course is to teach you how to confidently and competently operate a marine radio.

Sept 12 & 14 | 7pm - 9.30m & 7pm - 9pm October 10 & 12 | 7pm - 9.30m & 7pm - 9pm November 14 & 16 | 7pm - 9.30m & 7pm - 9pm Cost: $240 Members $275 Non Members

Start Helming Learn to sail at the Helm and Skipper a Yacht. This course develops both your theory and practical skills to confidently take control and enjoy sailing.

Start Sailing Ages 9-17 The Yachting Australia Start Sailing Program is designed to progressively teach you how to sail dinghies.

Course content includes: Rope Work, Rigging; Sailing Techniques & Manoeuvres; Rescue & Capsize Recovery; Launching & Recovery; Meteorology, Winds, Tides & Currents; Sailing everyday subject to weather.

Next Course October 3-7 December 19 - 23 January 2017, 16 - 20

8.30am - 12.30pm 8.30am - 12.30pm 8.30am - 12.30pm Cost $250

Next Course Sept 20, Oct 1 & 2 | 7pm - 9pm, 1-5pm & 9am-1pm Cost: $320 Members $350 Non Members

Tackers Courses Tackers is a fun, introductory, games-based sailing program designed for kids aged 7-12 years.

Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate. All the equipment, including the boats, is provided.

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DIVE

UPCOMING EVENTS Section Meeting 1st Thurs of the Month at 7.30pm

As the season is closed for crays, the dive group goes into hibernation. Many of the group resort to heading to the warmer waters of the Maldives, Fiji and Indonesia to enjoy spectacular diving and escape the cold. However, a weight retrieval on N Jetty on 30 July harvested 34 chain weights. Each one weighs something in the order of 90kgs and divers play about in the muck and 16 degree water to locate and attach the weights while a ground crew winch, clean and store the weights for repair and reuse.

So, with not much to report, I thought I might describe my favourite sea creatures, the Cuttlefish.

It is actually not a fish (as it’s name might suggest) but is a mollusc. It belongs in a class of Cephalopod that includes octopus, squid and nautilus.These critters are seriously intelligent to the degree that it is generally accepted that they are smarter than dogs. They have one of the largest brain to body size ratios of all invertebrates. They also have one of the fastest growth rates in the animal kingdom but only live for one to two years.

The cuttlebone you might have seen at the beach is a porous aragonite (calcium carbonate) structure which is used for buoyancy. This is done by changing the gas to liquid ratio in the cuttlebone

chambers. One of our dive section members uses the cuttlebones as moulds for making jewellery.

Some of the really fascinating features are the eyes, skin and blood.

They have a W shaped pupil which allows them to look both forward and backwards at the same time and while they don’t see colour, they can perceive the polarisation of light. Their skin is covered in chromatophores that are sacks of hundreds of thousands of pigment granules controlled by hundreds of muscles. These provide the cuttlefish with the capacity to camouflage, warn, communicate and just plain old show off. They can also change skin texture and shape. They are mesmerising to watch on a dive as they are often not shy when you find one under a ledge. Their blood is green/blue as it uses the copper containing protein haemocyanin

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to transport oxygen. They have three hearts. One for each of the pair of gills and the other for the rest of the body. Oh, and by the way, they are venomous.

When it comes to body structure, the males differ from the females by having eight arms and two tentacles while the female has two less arms. Really smart young male cuttlefish have been observed disguising themselves as females by hiding two of their arms and pretending to carry an egg sack. They sneak past the guarding male and mate with the female. Very cheeky.

They can be very curious and I have had them investigating my dive gauges. Perhaps they are attracted to the luminescence or are just wondering how much air I have left before I have to surface and leave them in peace. They will occasionally investigate your hand if you use it to mimic their shape by extending your finger and thumb sideways and dangling the middle three fingers. Some divers have reported aggressive encounters directed

towards their face but I have only detected a curiosity as they either see their reflection in the dive mask or just want to look you in the eye. They will occasionally help you corral a cray knowing they will be rewarded with a leg or two. Sometimes they will even try to take a cray out of your hand. One that lived in a cave at Cow Rocks got to know me so well that it would come out to greet me and eventually allowed me to stroke its underbody. This was accompanied by a rhythmic extension and contraction of the throwing arms and vivid skin pulsing. It would then follow me on the dive knowing it would be rewarded with something tasty to eat. Of all the sea creatures I have encountered in 42 years of diving, the cuttlefish stands as the most intelligent, entertaining and fun critter in the ocean.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Division Meeting 4 Wed of the Month at 7.00pm

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Our Presentation evening in early June was well attended by sailors, family and volunteers to celebrate another enjoyable year for our Dinghy Division. Awards included Club Championships and Consistency for the Summer Series, the Winter Series 2015, plus individual awards for both sailing and on shore endeavours.

The Winter Series 2016 race days have had an increase in boats from last year, which is pleasing considering the weather on some days. It shows that it is always worth the effort to come to HYC, check if it is suitable to go for sail, to see sailing friends, and maybe for some hot food from the Snack Shack.

On the Saturdays between the Winter Series race days, there has been training for those wanting to improve their skills or are transitioning to another Class.

In June we had a team successfully take part in a Dinghy Teams racing regatta at RFBYC. We have reviewed and revised our annual calendar of activities with the intention of improving the variety and enjoyment of sailing, social and related activities for people of all ages, both male and female, for our

healthy outdoors lifestyle.

In September all Dinghy and Keel fleets are looking forward to again taking part in Bart’s Bash which is the World’s largest sailing event. Last year, this was very successful at Hillarys.

Also in September we have our Registration day and training activities for the Summer events which start with the Club Opening Day in October.

Preparations and training are also taking place for many sailing events away from our Club, including National Championships of all our Classes during the Christmas period. We wish all those taking part in these events the best of luck, and look forward to seeing everyone back at HYC.

■ Greg Jennings

Main photo: Action in a Winter Series race Left inset: Training for Laser Dinghies Right inset: Volunteers at Presentation Night 2016

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KEELBOAT RACING

UPCOMING EVENTS Division Meeting 3rd Wed of the Month at 7.30pm

Winter Racing Conditions for winter racing this year has ranged from strong winds (and even stormy conditions) resulting in postponement or cancellation of races and such light conditions that yachts retired. In division one experience and all-round performance has paid off for Hard Evidence, Jack Tar, Mulberry and Deckchairs Overboard and they are at the top of the leader-board. In Race 1 Vaya Con Dios revelled in the heavier conditions to get well ahead whilst Mulberry got in some early practice for the MOB race. In Races 2 and 4 Jack Tar had a close duel (one would say too close) with Hard Evidence, each having a win. In division two Volant (two wins) and Covert Operation are at the top and hard pressed by Helga, Zinfandel and HYC Training.

Catabatic and Sensei have shared the spoils in division 3.

Handicap System Off the water, discussion has centred on the merits of the handicapping system and the possible change to the current method to bring about a quicker response to continued success, or lack thereof, to enable every boat to succeed. In many ways the handicapper’s job is a thankless task, rectified here with a huge thank you to Gary Illing who conscientiously undertakes his role in a professional manner.

Be Prepared

the new season. Remember: Category 6 is for the inshore consistency races, Category 4 for Fremantle, Rottnest and Mindarie races whilst those venturing farther offshore may require Category 3, 2 or 1.

September Action Those enjoying the winter hibernation will be lured out for the Cocktail Party on Friday September 16, a chance to dressup and enjoy the warmth of friends and of the Clubhouse before embracing Bart’s Bash on Sunday September 18. Bart’s Bash is a great opportunity to get out on the water, keelboats and dinghies alike, raise a few dollars for a good cause and help to set a Guinness World Record for the number of boats in a race. Last year HYC was one of the best represented in Australia, so let’s do it again.

Dirk Hartog Anniversary Celebration Great to see that HYC has 3 yachts represented in the race and rally north to Geraldton and Denham starting from Fremantle on Saturday October 15th. Kraken is in the doublehanded division, Mulberry will race in division two and Perle will be in the rally division. Good luck to all crews.

■ John Bird

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Hard Evidence, Sandrine, Show Me, Helga and Volant head to Foam in Winter race 4.

Inset: HYC Training races Blue Chip to the line in Winter race 1

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Winter Series Provisional Results

Division 2 Pos’n

Division 1 Nett

Boat Name

Skipper/ Crew

Total

M Taylor

Nett

1

Helga

18

11

2

Volant

E Janssen, K Scheckel, F Hagemann, K Meta

20

12

Zinfandel

S & G Osborne

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12

24

16

28

20

Pos’n

Boat Name

Skipper/ Crew

Total

1

Hard Evidence

D Riley, M Fox

16

9

3

2

Vaya Con Dios

C Blackney

27

15

4

3

Mulberry

M Pitt

23

15

5

Xtreme

4

Lamotrek

J Akers

27

17

6

Show Me

B Ellery

31

21

5

Jack Tar

B Gilbert

24

18

7

Farrouk

L Burrows, R Hernaman

30

21

6

Deckchairs Overboard

N Harrison

28

18

8

Juni

R Smith

35

25

9

HYC Training

C Kelly

34

25

7

Salamander

B Bradford

34

23

8

Sally Malay

I Walker

34

24

9

Dart Vader

W Pitcher

43

31

10

Sandrine

I Conboy

42

31

11

Seachange

H Burton, D Shirdon, M Castalanelli, J Gregory

43

32

12

Perle

J Bird

44

34

13

Out The Back

A Wallace

47

35

R Marian

51

39

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Covert Operation G Atkinson, B Brouwer C Kelly

10

Blue Chip

K & D Fisk

36

27

=11

Tropical Itch

T Brooke

44

34

=11

Pandora

C Grant

44

34

=11

Sublime

J Newman

44

34

JAM Series Pos’n

Boat Name

Skipper/ Crew

Total

1

Sensei

B & L Bailey

7

Nett 5

=14

Bad Habits

I Holder

51

39

2

Catabatic

R Bills

10

7

=14

Murphys Law

D Giraudo

51

39

3

Rebecca Rose

Steve Braack

18

14

R Binedell

51

39

4

Sana II

B Buzzard

19

14

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CRUISING IN COMPANY

The new season for the CIC has been active with one sea based event and three that were land based.

The Mindarie Cruise, Sunday 29th May was a motor/sail cruise as the wind died after 30 minutes of our leaving Hillarys Boat Harbour. However the Western swells made the voyage between the Three Mile Reef and the Burns Rock reef spectacular. The entrance over shallower waters on the leads into Mindarie Marina went from being spectacular to quite concerning with our adrenalin levels raised somewhat as our boats were pushed along by the swells. As the swell had subsided, the cruise back to Hillarys was very pleasant.

On June 19th the bike ride, walk or drive to Burns Beach for Brekky from HYC, Mullaloo or Ocean Reef was well attended with the weather being kind to all. Thanks to Norm and Shelley Cowper for organising the morning.

UPCOMING EVENTS Section Meeting 2nd Thurs of the Month at 7.30pm

BOWLING On Sunday July 31st the CIC sailors were looked after by the ladies of the Osborne Park Bowling Club in weather that was not at all kind to us. However we managed to get a few “ends” in and a few of us “kissed the kitty”. Going by the laughter and squeals a great time was had by all. Thanks to organisers John and Sue Bird.

■ Geoff & Rita James

DAY TRIP TO GUILDFORD SUNDAY JULY 3RD 2016.

Wow what a great day! Seventeen people enjoyed a train ride into the city then out on the Midland line - it’s so easy on the trains. Alighting at Guildford we were met by four more who had gone by car. Lunch was at the Rose and Crown Hotel built in 1841, this year celebrating its 175th anniversary. Thank you to all who participated. It wouldn’t be the same without you.

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ANGLING

ANGLING SECTION AGM 11th May, 2016 With 17 members present and 9 apologies accepted, Rear Commodore Bill opened the meeting and gave a report on the year’s activities, described as being particularly successful and social. Special mention was made of the contributions of all committee members who performed their duties without fault.

The contribution of long serving treasurer, Morrie Elson was worth special mention and thanks.

All committee positions were declared vacant and were then put to a vote with the following results.

Rear Commodore (Elect) Bill McPherson Section Captain Greg Mansell Secretary Andrea Pohl Treasurer Morrie Elson Publicity Officer Brian Carter Weigh in Officer Allan McDiarmid Field Day Officer Frank Pierucci Records Officer Paul Frzop AAA Delegate Alan Partridge AAA Boat Delegate Paul Frzop HYC Boat Committee Representative Ian McCall HYC House Committee Representative Paul Frzop

MAY BOAT COMPETITION Unfortunately, winter weather came early wiping out the scheduled competition day and also the next week causing the May boat competition to be cancelled.

JUNE BOAT COMPETITION Despite a borderline forecast for sea conditions and the threat of rain later in the day, 19 anglers signed on for the day’s fishing. The wind waited until the competition started and then made conditions far from comfortable.

However, at the weigh in, 9 species were presented, with Greg Mansell’s 722g Skippy and Frank Pierucci’s 2.589Kg dhufish the stand-out fish.

Of the four junior anglers, Jake Speed (pictured left) with 4 species was the winner, closely followed by Aiden Rinney with 3 species.

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UPCOMING EVENTS Section Meeting 2nd Wed of the Month at 7.00pm

With 4 species, which included a 630g tarwhine, Ruby McGrady was the lady winner (pictured right).

Of the 11 men fishing, Frank Pierucci with 6 species was the winner from Greg Mansell with 3 species.

The lucky fish wheel spin was won by Greg Mansell with a 174g sand whiting.

JULY BOAT COMPETITION The weather forecast for the scheduled competition day was such that the competition was deferred to the next week, Sunday 24th July, when at last, there was a weather forecast to delight a boat angler’s heart! South, south easterly winds 10 – 15 knots all day with flat seas and little swell forecast.

Encouraged by the forecast and despite the minimum temperature at 4 degrees, 19 anglers signed up for the competition.

The weigh-in saw 14 species represented, the most for the current competition year, with the best fish being Adrian Broadbent’s 2.425kg baldchin groper, Allan McDiarmid’s 1.070kg skippy and Jake Speed’s 1.665kg harlequin. Several undersized dhufish were landed and successfully released by the anglers on Balaton Jack.

Of the four juniors, Jake Speed with 4 species was the winner from Ryan McDiarmid with 4 species. Jake’s feature fish was a 1.665Kg harlequin.

With only one lady entering the competition, deciding the winner was easy. Congratulations to Ruby McGrady, 2 species the winner!

There was close competition in the men’s section with Allan McDiarmid (pictured below) winning with 5 species from Alan Partridge, 4 species and Frank Pierucci, also 4 species .

The lucky fish on the wheel spin was Eric Lay’s sand whiting of 200g.

■ Brian Carter

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MARINA FACILITIES

UPCOMING EVENTS Section Meeting 3rd Mon of the Month at 7.30pm

The requirements to inspect/service/replace fire extinguishers have changed and the HYC By Laws now reflect these changes.

All fire extinguishers now need to be serviced/ tested/replaced at the time interval specified by the manufacturer and the Australian Standards AS1851-2012. This places the onus on the owner to undertake a check every 6 months as follows: a. Check that the extinguisher has not been discharged. b. Check the extinguisher for damage and corrosion. c. Check operating pressure. Gauge pointer should be in green zone. d. Check that the nozzle is not blocked. e. Check cylinder date stamp (normally on neck or on the base). If it is over 5 years old it will require a pressure test/refilling or replacing.

One of the main causes of extinguisher failure is compaction and solidification. To reduce this risk extinguishers should be regularly rotated/shaken.

The Marina Facilities Committee has recommended a phased in approach to compliance and non-marked/dated fire extinguishers will be marked with a permanent marker as inspections take place, however all fire extinguishers must comply with the new standards as from 1 January 2020 for vessels to pass the Marina Compliance Inspection.

(Note: Vessels subject

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There are a number of ways to record the expiry date of your safety equipment including the following methods:

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UPCOMING EVENTS Section Meeting 3rd Wed of the Month at 7.30pm

Hopefully you have flourished in the cold, wet winter we have just endured! We look forward to a great improvement for the rest of the year. The Power Section has been a little quiet with only the very hardy taking to the water during recent weeks. We did however undertake a Pirate Raid to Claremont Yacht Club and steal the pirate Chest which, for the time being, resides at HYC. 30 people took part in the raid and a great time was had by all. Thanks to Jim for driving the coach and to CYC for organising the event. We look forward to the return – when we invite a club to raid HYC! By the time you read this report, Smokies Disco will have been and gone – I hope you all enjoyed it and have recovered from any aches and pains that resulted.

After a ten week absence overseas I have been catching up on what has been going on at the Club and the Power Section. It is great to see that an initiative such as ‘Jag the Joker’ has been attracting members interest and increasing attendance at the Club. We hope to see you all there!

The Power Section is planning several activities over the next few months. These will include a Wine Cruise/ Tour, a Lunch Cruise and a Twilight Cruise. Please watch for details on the web site, on flyers and on posters as plans become finalised.

Just a reminder – the Power Section monthly meetings take place on the third Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm. We have, as regular members, owners of big boats, small boats and indeed several members who are not boat owners. We would love to see new members in all those categories at future meetings and at future Power Boat Section activities.

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CANHAM WAY

WE ARE HERE

RD WANNEROO

HEPBURN AVE

Phone 9247 1166 www.hillarysyachtclub.com.au 15/08/13 9:34 AM

CONTACT US ADMINISTRATION

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Reception & Membership Jacintha Lyons 9246 2833 e: admin@hillarysyachtclub.com.au Function Manager Kylee Wyatt e: functions@hillarysyachtclub.com.au Accountant Peta Gooch e: peta@hillarysyachtclub.com.au Pens & Moorings Officer Debbie Wilmot e: moorings@hillarysyachtclub.com.au Lifting Manager - Hillarys Boat Lifters Neil Dorrington 9246 4300 e: hmls@hillarysyachtclub.com.au Training Manager Chris Kelly e: training@hillarysyachtclub.com.au Development Officer Mel Harvey e: development@hillarysyachtclub.com.au Accounts Sheryl Begbie e: accounts@hillarysyachtclub.com.au Marketing & Communications Gemma Nicholson e: pr@hillarysyachtclub.com.au

Commodore Simon Davenport m: 0438 595 496 e: simon@carpetsonline.com.au

Rear Commodore Angling Bill McPherson m: 0439 934 499 e: kimberleyrockart@bigpond.com

Vice Commodore Barry Jewson m: 0437 807 971 e: barryjewson@msn.com

Rear Commodore Dive James Lessue m: 0409 096 420 e: james.leesue@bigpond.com

Vice Commodore Neil Harrison m: 0419 959 667 e: neil.harrison@mmem.com.au

Rear Commodore Marina Facilities Fred Gere m: 0418 944 651 e: gere@iinet.net.au

Treasurer Tony Sheehan m: 0408 431 192 e: tonysheehan1@bigpond.com

Brett Bailey Rear Commodore Sailing m: 0417 930 548 e: travel@aceonline.com.au

General Manager Danny Rechichi p: 9246 2833 e: gm@hillarysyachtclub.com.au

Rear Commodore Power Barry Garret-Reed m: 0430 150 301 e: garrattreed@amnet.net.au

F&B Operations Manager Carlie Johnson e: fboperations@hillarysyachtclub.com.au

CLUB PATRONS

SECTION CAPTAINS Angling Captain Cruising Captain Dinghy Captain Dive Captain Keel Captain Power Captain

The Hon James Clarko AM AE JP The Hon Rob Johnson JP MLA

Greg Mansell John & Sue Bird Greg Jennings Brian Meade Bart Brouwer Leigh Clifton

m: 0419 042 195 m: 0427 870 712 m: 0409 203 686 m: 0416 149 944 m: 0403 824 551 m: 0427 191 695

e: greg.mansell@gmail.com e: birdjwse@iinet.net.au e: gjennings1@bigpond.com e: meade@iinet.net.au e: brouwer.bart@hotmail.com e: nella@cdwindows.com.au

CONSTITUTIONAL COMPLIANCE OFFICERS Jim Suffield (Chairman) m: 0417 987 980 e: jim.suffield@qmts.net.au Brent Griffith m : 0418 918 939 e: brent.griffith@superstock.com.au Kerry Lewis m: 0419 047 002 e: kjlewis@gbcsales.com.au

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