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Update to Australian Sailing Personal Insurance

All RANSA members are automatically a member of Australian Sailing, and as a result are covered by their Personal Accident Insurance policy. Recently there have been changes to the policy details which are highlighted here and on the Australian Sailing website. Please decide how this policy fits or complements your own personal insurance circumstances and this information does not constitute financial advice.

Congratulations Jeremy on Marine Industry Association Awards

Congratulations to Squadron Committee member Jeremy Spear who was recognised by the Marine Industry Association for work completed on 2 commercial projects to win "The 2022 Commercial Marine Project/Design or Manufacturer of the Year".

Congratulations Nick and Roger on 5 years at RANSA

Last week Nick and Roger celebrated 5 years of service with RANSA with past Flag Officers and their partners at the Boatshed with food by Navy Bear. Also present was Janet and Chris Nixon. A great achievement for both and RANSA members. Please wish them well when you next see them. A few photos from the lunch.

AUSTRALIAN SAILING NSW CLUBS CONFERENCE

Vice Commodore and Sailing Committee chair Les Goodridge and Sailing Committee member Dave Jordan attended the AS NSW Clubs conference held at the CYCA last Saturday

Techno Nights are back at RANSA Wednesday the 18th May

Now that we are coming out of COVID its time to get back to some of our old favourites, Wednesday 6:30 pm 18th May after Winter Wednesday Racing we are kicking off our popular Techno Nights on the third Wednesday of every month over the Winter Racing Season. The first Techno night will be hosted by our ex Commodore Dave Giddings - Covering Boat Maintenance - Finding & Fixing Problems The Cafe will be staying open later, please RSVP

Working Bee Thank You & Items Free to Members

On Saturday 30th April a number of members came down to RANSA to Give the club a spruce up and remove accumulated rubbish. there are a number of items however that are in reasonable condition that maybe just what a member is looking for. Click here for details

MUSTO SALE AT RANSA

This year's MUSTO clearance sale will be held at RANSA next weekend Friday 6 to Sunday 8 May

PENFOLD SAILS MEMBER OFFER

Member and sailmaker John Penfold has a special offer for fellow RANSA members for the month of May

ANZAC DAY at RANSA

RANSA was the venue of choice for the Naval Warfare Officers' Association to celebrate ANZAC Day.

Prize Night Photos 2022

The annual RANSA 2021-2022 Prize Night was held at the Boatshed 20th April, in person! There is now a gallery of photos from the night. Congratulations to all the winners as well as recognition of the race volunteers and of course Roger and Nick that made the series happen.

EXPIRED FLARE DISPOSAL

Maritime have posted details of the next flare disposal opportunities at Rose Bay. Expired flares are very difficult to get rid of, so do take advantage of this opportunity if you can

WINTER AT RANSA

The Winter Season at RANSA starts with the Wednesday afternoon series from 4 May and the Combined Clubs Saturday Series from 7 May.

RANSA Member Survey 2022 -Quick Update

RANSA was looking for member feedback by conducting a wide ranging survey covering the membership experience, on and off water activities, the café and volunteering. Thank you to everyone that participated . We had an outstanding result with 153 valid responses back across all membership categories which was approx 30 % of the total permanent membership base!

PARKING IN NEW BEACH ROAD

There are some 15 trailers, boats , horseboxes etc permanently parked on New Beach Road making parking even more difficult for those taking part in RANSA and other local activities: see below and if appropriate please add your voice to the feedback request.

Membership Cards & Bar Discount

Collect your new membership card from the Office to obtain discounted member priced drinks at the Whaler bar after Friday 11th March. Contact the Office to arrange printing and collection.

VALE RADM NIGEL BERLYN AO

Nigel Berlyn, Honorary Life Member of RANSA , a member since the Seventies, and original owner of the gaff cutter Reverie which is still racing today, sadly passed away on Thursday 17 February.

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