RANSA’s 60th Annual General Meeting - Debrief

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RANSA's 60th Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held last night (16 Sept 2026) at the boatshed with a good roll up in attendance.  Members attending were provided with a comprehensive overview of the RANSA's activities and achievements some future plans.  The Flag Officers amplified the annual reports, highlighting the club's accomplishments over the past year.  The audited financial statements were presented and accepted, demonstrating the club's continued commitment to responsible financial management.  This ensures we have a vibrant club going forward.

The 2025-2026 Annual report is on the RANSA website for those who could not make it, and can be found here. 

A key part of the AGM was the election of the RANSA Sydney Squadron Committee for the upcoming term. The following members were elected as nominations matched positions for election:

• Commodore                   WOMTP David GIDDINGS RAN(Rtd)
• Vice Commodore           Mark Craig (Ex RAN)
• Rear Commodore           Eloise CLARKE
• Naval Member                CAPT David PRENTICE RAN
• Naval Member                CMDR Nathan LOCKHART RAN
• Naval Member                WOMT Danial SCHWENKE RAN
• Naval Member                CPOET Nicholas GREENHILL RAN
• Service Member             David PEARCE  (Ex RAAF)
• Sailing Member              David EASTWOOD
• Sailing Member              Kate O’CONNELL
• Honorary Secretary       Jonathon Struggles
• Honorary Treasurer       John Wickendon

Volunteers are the lifeblood of RANSA and their input is greatly appreciated.  RANSA sincerely thanks the outgoing committee members for their dedication, hard work, and valuable contributions throughout their terms of service.  Thanks is also due to RANSA’s standing committees and maintenance Teams for their valued contributions.  Special thanks goes to Les Goodridge and Peter Hammond for steering RANSA through recent years.

Thank you to all members who attended the AGM and contributed to the formalities and discussion in general business. Your involvement helps ensure the ongoing strength and success of our Club.  

Yours in Sailing

 Dave Giddings

RANSA Commodore

WOMTP(RAN Rtd)

SV SYLVARA

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