The 2023 Westernport Laser Regatta at Point Leo is on Sunday 22 January 2023. So, all you finely tuned athletes who are Merrick's Laser Fleet, get your entry in.
A first there were 7, then 6, then 5, then 4 and finally 3 sailors were left on the water. The quiet silent type, Martin, the crusty, salt of the sea, Doug and the resilient Ashely.
One small sail for man, one giant leap for the Beagle. Yes, another win for this sturdy yacht under a new skipper, with Richard Jagger at the helm. Alex Campbell, and his crew, Charles Darwin, would be proud.
The committee has updated its policy on the use of club boats to encourage their use by as many members as possible and clarify arrangements to foster safe use. It is available here.
In an outstanding performance, rivalling the Socceroos achievements in Qatar, Commodore Peter Balka stormed home with an emphaphic win at the weekend. When quizzed, he attributed his amazing performance the support of his wife, Penny (who happened to be taking the times in the control tower).