E-News 3rd April, 2019
YACHT SALES AUSTRALIA WEDNESDAY SERIES
A strong fleet of 24 boats headed off on course 4 for race 3 of the Wednesday Yacht Sales Australia Non-Spinnaker Race in third Series for the season. Zen ( Gordon Ketelbey) was 1st home in division 1 ahead of Little Nico( Adrian Walters) in 2nd and Swish (Steve Proud) in 3rd place. Innamincka ( John Crawford ) took the honours in Division 2 ahead of Another Dilemma ( Jim Vaughan) and Perception ( Charles Caskey ) in 3rd.
For the latest results - https://www.mhyc.com.au/files/results/2018/club/weds3/series.htm
THURSDAY TWILIGHT SERIES
A beautiful night with a 12knots Nor east breeze greeted the 44 boats for the 2nd last Twilight race of the season. Tempo (Michael Smith) was first across the line in division 1 ahead of Shearwater (Guido Belgiorno) and Little Nico (Adrian Walters) in 3rd place.
In Division 2 Moonshadow V ( Lloyd Bennet ) took line honours ahead of Mortgage Choice Rumba (Rob Carr) and Lumine Lunae ( Raoul De Ferranti) in 3rd.
Caviar (Max Theeboom) was the winner in division 3 ahead of Peach Teats Velocity ( Meredith Jones) and Angourie (Andy Farrell and Norm Searritt) in 3rd . In Division 4 Chowringee (Harry Brigden) took out 1st place with Cutting Loose (James Kaill) in 2nd place and Single Malt (Peter Gilliland) 3rd.
Many thanks to our Sponsors Oatley Wines, Smooth FM and All Sail for their generous support.
For the latest results – https://www.mhyc.com.au/files/results/2018/club/twpost/series.htm
A close call on the finish line last Thursday
SATURDAY SERIES
The second to last race of MHYC's Inshore Series was held on Saturday with a light to moderate breeze turning fresh to strong as the afternoon progressed.
Congratulations to the winners:
Open IRC - Stormaway (Jack Stening & Colin Gunn)
Open PHS - Wailea (Neil Padden)
Adams 10 One Design & PHS - Kicknchase (Rob Clarke & Anthony Poiner)
Division 1 - Galan (Mike Gallagher)
Division 2 - Dania (Peter Charteris)
J24 One Design - Vortex (Chris & Graeme Lee)
View the latest results - click here
BOLLYWOOD TWILIGHT
THURSDAY 4TH APRIL
Celebrate the last season of the 2018/2019 Twilight Series in style with our Bollywood night on the beach!
With series prizes, a wonderful Indian style menu and entertainment from Bollywood dancers join us for a fun night of revelry to farewell the season.
LITERARY LUNCH WITH NICOLE ALEXANDER
With her novel, Stone Country, making the Top 10 Best Seller List this week our April Literary Lunch is one not to miss! Book your tickets at the MHYC office on 9969-1244
KAYIMAI BREAST CANCER FUNDRAISER
The 2018/2019 season of MHYC's Twilight Series see's Rob Aldis' boat, Kayimai, with an all female crew. This inspiring group of women have decided to take up the challenge of raising $10,000 before the last twilight of the season to donate to the McGrath Foundation, while raising awareness and interest in women in sailing.
Support the cause;
Keep Cups are being sold at the Sandbar Cafe - filled with a complimentary coffee on purchase, all proceeds go towards the McGrath Foundation.
Protest flags are being sold at the MHYC Office - all proceeds go towards the McGrath Foundation.
Direct Donations can be made here - MCGRATH FOUNDATION
HELLY HANSEN - MHYC MEMBERS ONLINE DISCOUNT
Helly Hansen is celebrating the launch of their online store by giving MHYC members 20% off online!
APRIL SCHOOL HOLIDAY CAMPS
The April school holidays will be here before you know it! Book the kids in for a week of fun, new skills and new friends before the winter sets in. 15th -18th April we provide learn to sail camps for juniors and youths of all skill levels.
Book online today at https://www.revolutionise.com.au/mhyachtclub/events/ or get in touch with the Discover Sailing team to find out more discoversailing@mhyc.com.au
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.