E-News 19th October, 2018
Melbourne Cup at MHYC
Tuesday 6th November, 2018. 12 Noon
$85 per person | $80pp for members
Includes 3 course lunch and a Chandon S cocktail on arrival
Prizes for best dressed, best hat, enjoy sweeps throughout the day and all the race action on the big screen
Bookings can be made by calling the MHYC office on 9969-1244
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Book Your Next Event at MHYC
Middle Harbour Yacht Club is uniquely situated on the waterfront, with the option of entertaining on the Sandbar deck overlooking the beach, & the opportunity to hire the beach, our location and facilities undoubtedly sets us apart from other venues. Our function rooms all have adjoining balconies that open to the spectacular water views of Middle Harbour & up towards Sydney Heads. The Middle Harbour Yacht Club’s backdrop of our beach and marina will also provide you with stunning photo opportunities.
To enquire contact Isabel at functions@mhyc.com.au or on 9969-1244.
New Harbourview Menu
Our F&B team have been working endlessly to bring MHYC Members the perfect summer menu launched last week! Be sure to book your table for Breakfast on Sunday or Lunch or Dinner on Saturday/Sunday this weekend in the Harbourview. Keep your eyes peeled for the new menu on the website and in your emails.
Zucchini, Feta and Corn Breaky Fritters
To help celebrate the launch of our new Harbourview Summer Menu we are offering all MHYC Members the opportunity to buy Taste of Sydney tickets with a 20% discount!
Tickets from $17 on sale now! Use the code ‘tasty’ for 20% off Taste Passes! https://sydney.tastefestivals.com/
Taste Collective Sydney is a new festival in a unique venue down at The Cutaway, Barangaroo Reserve. Experience four days of chef collaborations featuring 36 chefs, exciting one-off dishes, a buzzing food hall and surprising live experiences. Visitors will be met with an unparalleled culinary adventure that will make them rethink the regular food festival. EAT. DRINK. EXPERIENCE. REPEAT
Yacht Sales Australia Wednesday Series
Due to the strong winds and gusty conditions with rain squalls currently being experienced and forecast to continue during the afternoon, the Yacht Sales Australia Wednesday Non-Spinnaker race today was abandoned.
Many thanks to our sponsors for the Wednesday Series, Ivan & Jeff Rowe of Yacht Sales Australia.
If you are looking to buy or sell a boat, visit their website at www.yachtsalesaustralia.com.au.
Special commission discount available to MHYC Members.
Thursday Twilight Series Results
The popular twilight series started last Thursday with 33 boats heading out down the harbour for what turned out to be a lovely evening after a mixed rainy weather report.
Tony Levett took out 1st place on Eleni TSA Management with Neil Padden’s Wailea 2nd followed by Kayimai 3rd.
In Division 2 Rob Carr came 1st place on Mortgage Choice Rumba followed by Garth Riley on Sirius and Jeremy Vernon 3rd with Gusto.
A big cheer was heard from David Laving and his team in BULA as the crossed the line in 1st place for Division 3, followed by Warren Leslie on Plan B and Max Theeboom 3rd on Caviar.
James Kaill took 1st place in Division 4 on Cutting Loose followed by the Field brothers, David and Ben, on Bluebottle in 2nd and Peter Gilliland on Single Malt 3rd.
For Full results see
https://www.mhyc.com.au/files/results/2018/club/twlpre/01RGrp23.htm
For a selection of photos from the evening by Marg Fraser Martin please click here.
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/q48leko7ag4xtkp/AAAuMum4T0D4Xo_pbiOO9HU-a/11th%20October%202018%20Thursday%20Twilight%20Sailing?dl=0&subfolder_nav_tracking=1
Saturday Social Series Results
Race 5 of the Open , Inshore and Adams 10 Spring Series got underway on Saturday with variable easterly winds spilling from afternoon storm cells providing exciting racing for participants. Many thanks to RO Toby Gursanscky’s and his dedicated team providing the race management on the day.
For the Open series IRC result Geoff Pearson took 1st place on MRX followed by Jack Stening and Colin Gunn’s team on Stormaway with Ian Box 3rd on Toy Box 2. Neil Padden’s Wailea taking 1st place in the PHS result.
Peter Woodhead’s XC3SS came 1st in Division 1, followed by Mike Logan on Thirlmere and Mortgage Choice Rumba in 3rd.
In Division 2, the J24’s did well with John Crawford’s Innamincka taking out 1st place in both the PHS and One Design result.
Dania came 2nd and Water Bourne Again 3rd place.
All eight Adams 10’s were on the track with Powder Hulk winning 1st place, skippered by Grant Dawson, in the One design result. Raoul De Ferranti on Lumine Lunae 2 had a successful day with 2nd in the One Design and 1st for PHS. 3rd place One design went to Rob Clarke on Kick N Chase.
For full results
https://www.mhyc.com.au/files/results/2018/club/index.htm
For a selection of Photos from the day by Marg Fraser Martin view.
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/rg81vgictwjagyt/AABk_XwDhLLILiFbSL0wkcWxa/1.%20%2013th%20October%202018%20%20Inshore%20Series%2C%20Adams%2010%20Inshore%20Series%20and%20Saturday%20Social%20Series?dl=0&subfolder_nav_tracking=1
Entry Open for Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship
Middle Harbour Yacht Club is gearing up for the 41st edition of the Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship (SSORC).
The first major keelboat regatta for the season, the Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship will be held over the weekend of November 24 & 25 in conjunction with the Super 12 Spring Regatta and Seven Islands Race inshore. A strong field of TP52 and IRC boats are expected to make this year’s offshore program very exciting.
The Notice of Race has been published and online entry is now open via the event website.
Kicking off with the SSORC in November, an exciting new TP52 series will also include MHYC’s Sydney Harbour Regatta as round two, with the final round in Newcastle in March.
For more information about the Sydney Short Ocean Racing Championship, visit the event website www.ssorc.mhyc.com.au or email Middle Harbour Yacht Club sailing@mhyc.com.au.
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MHYC Membership Renewals
All Membership renewals have now been sent out to members. If you have not recieved yours or have any queries regarding your membership, please contact Kathryn at reception@mhyc.com.au or call the office during business hours on 9969 1244
Yacht Sales Australia Boat for Sale
Contact Ivan from Yacht Sales Australia on 02 9969 2144 for enquiries
Kayaks for Hire
A great way to get out on the water and stay fit or spend some time with the kids.
Midweek or weekend, these are available for $15/hour for a single - $20/hour for a double.
Call the club to book in advance on 9969 1244. Rental fees apply. Form here.
Sandbar Cafe - Open 7 days a week
The Sandbar Cafe is open 7 days a week from 8am. Come down to the Club & enjoy our coffee and freshly made gourmet rolls, fresh muffins, slices or try one of Brett's homemade icecreams. Don't forget we have takeaway beverages for sale - cases of beer, bottles of wine, and bags of ice.
Pelican Pete loves of $10 coffee and cake deal
Harbourview Bar & Bistro
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro has new opening hours coming into the summer season.
For all bookings, please call the MHYC office on 9969 1244.
