MHYC E News 1st February, 2017
Welcome to MIDDLE HARBOUR YACHT CLUB's E-Newsletter
With a busy Australia Day at the Club to introduce our new breakfast menu, followed by an even busier weekend with the Club's feature event race, Chaos and Bedlam Point Cup, pre-reception wedding drinks, and Sunday Sounds, it was wonderful to see the Club thriving with Members and their guests making full use of the facilities - thank you to everyone for supporting your Club!
The 2017 BAREFOOT BALL is only a couple of weeks away, with iconic Australian band, "Mental as Anything", - don't miss out - book your tickets today! The VIP area only has limited bookings available so if you are wanting to grab a seat upstairs to watch the band, don't delay to book! Saturday 18th February, 2017, from 7pm. To book online - click here.
Sydney Harbour Regatta - 4th & 5th March 2017 - Early entries close this Saturday
Early Entries for the SYDNEY HARBOUR REGATTA closes this Saturday 4 February, so to be part of this iconic event once again, ENTER NOW to avoid late fees.
For all information, visit the event website at www.shr.mhyc.com.au.
New Racing Rules of Sailing
The 2017-20 Racing Rules of Sailing came into effect from 1 January 2017, and all MHYC racing is governed by these rules from that date.
The Racing Rules of Sailing, including Australian Sailing’s Prescriptions, have been published on the Australian Sailing website at http://www.sailing.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/2017-2020-Racing-Rules-of-Sailing-with-Australian-Sailing-Prescriptions-1.pdf. Changes are marked with a side bar, Australian Sailing’s Prescriptions are identified in colour and Rules are linked allowing easy navigation.
There will be no longer be a printed ‘Blue Book’
The Racing Rules of Sailing are available at no cost and have no restrictions on printing. The Special Regulations for 2017 will be published in the near future and do not come into effect until 1 July 2017. These will be published in a similar format and will be available free of charge on the Australian Sailing website.
For further information - visit Australian Sailing.
Yacht Sales Australia Wednesday Series 2 - Race 8 - 1st February, 2017
Race 8 of Series 2 for the 2016-17 season, will be held today Wednesday 1st February, 2017. Please be aware that the handicaps are count up starting from 1330 hours.
Many thanks to our sponsors for the Wednesday Series, Ivan & Jeff Rowe, Yacht Sales Australia. If you are looking to buy or sell a boat, visit their website at www.yachtsalesaustralia.com.au. Special commission discount available to MHYC Members.
To enter - click here
To view Entrants and Results - click here!
Thursday Twilight Series - Race 15, 2nd February, 2017
The Thursday Twilight series continues with Race 15 on 2nd February, 2017, with a count up handicap start from 6pm. Post racing presentation and the Bistro open for a meal - get the crew together, support the Club and celebrate after the race! To book a table at the Bistro, call 9969 1244 and book in your Boat name!
Many thanks to our Thursday Twilight major sponsors - Wild Oats, Robert Oatley Vineyards as well as our divisional sponsors, Yacht Sales Australia, All Sail, Cosine Shipwright Services and Specialty Mortgage Services, who will be offering CASH prizes to 1st, 2nd and 3rd placings at the end of the series.
Remember to check the Noticeboard and monitor VHF 73 to confirm start line and time limit details
To enter - click here
To View Entrants - click here
Post Racing Food Options:-
Harbourview Bar & Bistro
Beer Battered Fries - $8
Beer Battered Flathead & fries & salad - $20
Steak Diane with fries & salad - $25
Herb crusted Atlantic Salmon fillet with roasted vegetable salad & a lemon beurre blanc - $24
Char-grilled rump steak served on a bed of sweet potato mash with steamed broccolini & mushroom sauce on the side (GF) - $26
Chicken roulade wrapped in bacon filled with semi dried tomatoes, goat cheese & basil with a warm roasted vegetable salad - $26
Vegetable Lasagne with bechamel sauce - $20
Downstairs - The BBQ School
Shredded Beef Burger with Tarragon Slaw - $12
Crispy Pork Belly Roll with Garlic Aioli and Asian Salad - $12
Vietnamese Salad with Crisp Shoots, Soy and Garlic Dressing - $12
Pork and Fennel Sausage Long Roll, Caramelised Onions and Swiss Cheese - $12
Saturday Inshore Racing - Saturday 4th February, 2017
Saturday inshore racing continues on Saturday 4th February, 2017.
Open Sprints Race 15, 16, 17 - First warning signal 1255 hours
Inshore Sprints Race 14 & 15 - First warning signal 1255 hours
Short Sprints Race 10 & 11 - First warning signal 1255 hours
To enter - click here
To View Entrants - click here
Melges 20s Sprint racing this weekend
The Melges 20s will have their first foray for 2017 in the 4th Sprint race series this coming weekend. The competition has been fierce so far and that is sure to continue as the boats use this as preparation for the East Coast Championships being held during the Sydney Harbour Regatta in early March.
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Great Conditions for Chaos & Bedlam Point Cups!
Race 6 of the MHYC Feature Event Series saw some 35 boats head up river for the annual Bedlam Point marathon. The strong north easterly held in and most completed the 22 mile course in under 4 hours.
Line honours went to MYC Commodore Greg Wilkins’ Esprit – winner of Division 2 and second over the line and Division 1 Winner was Ian Box’s Toy Box 2. These two share the Chaos Cup.
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MHYC Member, Chris Meredith, took some great photos onboard Galan - click here to have a look - thanks Chris for sharing with us!
Adams Ten Australian Championships - Report to Come!
The Adams Ten Australian Championships were held last week 26th-28 January, 2017, from Lake Macquarie Yacht Club. A further report will be included in next week's E News - stay tuned! Congratulations to Kick 'N' Chase (Rob Clarke) placing 2nd! Well done to all competitors! Click here for all results.
Youth Sailing - Term 1 Begins this Sunday 5th February
Term 1 Youth Sailing begins this Sunday, 5th February, 2017 and continues through to Sunday 2nd April, 2017. Tackers 1,2 and 3 are now fully booked with some spaces still available for the Youth program. For more information and to book - click 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. Refreshing smoothies, frappes and ice cream also available - especially perfect for these hot Summer days! Did you know that Brett actually makes all the yummy ice creams?? Great new flavours all the time!
Harbourview Bar & Bistro - Now Open for Breakfast on the weekends!
The Harbourview Bar & Bistro is now open on Saturdays and Sundays for breakfast from 8am - click here for the Breakfast menu. The Harbourview Bar & Bistro's Lunch & Dinner menu is available online - click here for the current menu. Harbourview Bar & Bistro is open Wednesday to Sunday for lunch and Friday and Saturday for dinner, with daily specials. For all bookings, please call the MHYC office on 9969 1244.
Tickets on Sale for 2017 Barefoot Ball with Mental As Anything! - Saturday 18th February
MHYC's annual Barefoot Ball 2017 will be held on Saturday 18th February, 2017, from 7pm with live music from iconic Australian band, Mental As Anything. Ticket options are downstairs at $45 Members/$55 Non members on the beach or upstairs in the Bistro & balcony area for $70 Members/$80 non members. Food & beverage options will be available for purchase. An arrival drink is included in the ticket price. Dress is "Beach Chic" - smart/elegant beach wear.
Click here to book tickets online.
New Washer/Dryer Facilities at the Club
The Club now as a new washing machine and dryer for use by visiting guests and members to the marina, situated beside the disabled toilet at the entrance of the Men's downstairs change rooms. Washing powder is available to purchase from the Sandbar Cafe.
On Water Volunteer Officals Needed for SHR
The Sydney Harbour Regatta being held on Friday to Sunday 3 to 5 March, requires on water help! For a variety of reasons some of our wonderful regular volunteers are not available and we need help on all of these days: if you are reasonably agile and comfortable on boats- or know someone who is and would like to help, please contact Roger at roger@mhyc.com.au.
Save the Date - Luncheon with Guest Speakers Tom & Meg Keneally!
Friday 7th April, 2017 - Save the Date! MHYC will be holding a luncheon with guest speakers, authors Tom Keneally & his daughter, Meg, talking about their two books, "The Soldier's Curse" and "The Unmourned" - limited seating! Further details coming soon!
