Yachting NZ Briefings - 2nd May 2007

Yachting NZ

Contents:

1. One Gold, one Silver and two Bronze for kiwi Olympic sailors
2. NZL Yachting Trust Youth Team 2007 Announced
3. Club Commodores – put Saturday 4 August into your diary!
4. PHRF, ORC & IRC Revalidations
5. ISAF Sail the World Weekend – How to get involved!
6. School Sailing Programme Initiative
7. Club Surveys Outstanding
8. PEGs – Performance Enhancement Grants
9. St Johns Rotary CORK Scholarship
10. 2007 Secondary Schools Sailing Teams Racing Nationals
11. Aquapro wins NZ Olympic Sailing contract
12. School Sailing Programme Initiative
13. Zone Development Clinics
14. Boating Education Courses at home
15. Loose lifelines
16. P & Starling Venue
17. Race Officer Seminars
18. Club Instructor/Seamanship courses
19. Future path of Secondary School Sailing
20. Sailing with disabilities
21. Richard Brown is leaving

One Gold, one Silver and two Bronze for kiwi Olympic sailors

Tom Ashley has won windsurfing gold in Hyeres, France at the ISAF Grade 1 Semaine Olympique Francaise Regatta. Jo Aleh won silver and both Andrew Murdoch and Dan Slater won bronze in their respective classes to complete an impressive four medal haul for New Zealand at this major international event.

“We raced the medal race in a perfect 15 knot onshore breeze,” says Ashley.
“The pressure was off as I only had to finish the race to win the event, and I ended up 7th in the race to wrap up the championship with a 12 point lead over Shahar Zubari from Israel.”

“This is a really big win for me as Hyeres is the most important event on the European Tour, second only to the Worlds and Olympics in prestige.”

Click the link below for the full report.

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NZL Yachting Trust Youth Team 2007 Announced

Yachting New Zealand has announced the NZL Yachting Trust Youth Team for 2007.

The ten member team, who was selected based on performance at key regattas this season, will travel to Kingstown, Canada to represent New Zealand at the Volvo Youth Sailing ISAF Youth World Championships 2007.

The final selection regatta, Hyundai YouthSail 07, concluded in Wellington two weeks ago, and the official team was announced a few days later. New Zealand will be represented by one entry in each of the seven classes to be sailed at the ISAF World Youth Championships.

The NZL Yachting Trust Youth team for 2007 includes…

Josh Nixon, Takapuna Boating Club - Boy’s RS:X Windsurfing
Justina Sellers, Howick Sailing Club – Girl’s RS:X Windsurfing
Josh Junior, Worser Bay Boating Club – Boy’s single-handed Laser
Cushla Hume-Merry, Evans Bay Yacht & Motorboat Club – Girl’s single-handed Laser Radial
Paul Snow-Hansen & Blair Tuke, Wakatere Boating Club – Boy’s double-handed 29er
Sarah Berry & Emma Berry, Worser Bay Boating Club – Girl’s double-handed 29er
Tim Coltman & Ben Goodwin, Muritai Yacht Club – Open Multihull, Hobie 16

Principle sponsor of the NZL Yachting Trust Youth Team is the NZL Yachting Trust. Supporting sponsors include New Zealand Academy of Sport, ASB Bank & Line 7.

Click the link below for team photos and profiles.

[ NZL Yachting Trust Youth Team ]
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Club Commodores – put Saturday 4 August into your diary!

Yachting New Zealand invites the Commodore of every affiliated Yacht Club in New Zealand to Auckland for a Commodores Conference/Meeting.

Make a diary note for Saturday 4 August 2007. Subsidised flights and accommodation will be available for those who require it – more details to come on this!

This is your opportunity to represent your Yacht Club and for us all to discuss the issues facing yachties in New Zealand. We look forward to an open dialogue with you at this day-long event.

Dinner and a guest speaker will follow in the evening.
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PHRF, ORC & IRC Revalidations

To all boat owners…

It’s that time of year when owners need to revalidate their PHRF, ORC-Club or IRC certificates for the coming yachting season. All current certificates lapse on 31 May 2007 and need to be renewed to ensure you can continue to enjoy racing.

All current PHRF, ORC and IRC Certificate holders will receive a revalidation form through the mail in the next few days. Please note: When filling out the revalidation form, all fields must be completed. Additional copies of revalidation forms can be downloaded from the Keelboat section of our website through the link below.

Boat Registration…
If you have changed boats please ensure your Boat Registration is current and up to date. To be eligible for racing and a PHRF handicap, boats must be registered under their current owner on the Yachting New Zealand Boat Register. A registration form is available on the Yachting New Zealand website http://www.yachtingnz.org.nz Go to Keelboat then Boat Registration. Or contact Yachting New Zealand by phone: (09) 361 1471, or email: barry@yachtingnz.org.nz

PHRF…
PHRF is a National performance-based handicap rather than a measurement based system (ie: IRC). Computation and adjustment of handicaps is undertaken by Yachting New Zealand on the basis of results of PHRF fleet races. PHRF rankings are updated regularly and published on the website. Any revalidations received after 1 May 2007 will be supplied with a certificate valid until the end of May 2008.

IRC
IRC is a system of measurement which classifies a broad range of cruising and racing ballasted monohull keel boats for competition by providing ratings comprising single figure allowances based on time.

ORC Club
ORC Club is a simplified version of the IMS (International Measurement System) keelboat handicap. It is not intended to replace Club, General or PHRF handicap, and is not a replacement for full-blown IMS ratings, but provides an interim rating system which assesses the boat’s abilities rather than the crews.

Further information on all three above handicap systems can be found in the Keelboat section on our website http://www.yachtingnz.org.nz

A final friendly reminder to owners to please ensure your yacht is always kept up to the required safety standard for each race. The boat must also be in the same trim as declared. Any changes to the boat or changes of ownership, renders all certificates invalid.

[ Keelboat ]
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ISAF Sail the World Weekend – How to get involved!

The ‘Sail the World’ weekend is one of the highlights of 2007 – ISAF’s centenary year. This historic year is a superb opportunity to promote sailing throughout the world, and the weekend of 1-2 September has been chosen as for everyone to get involved and have some fun.

ISAF’s aim is simple: to get as many people as possible out on the water sailing in the name of ‘Sail the World’. Yachting New Zealand would like to see Clubs get involved with ISAF’s Sail the World weekend whether its getting out on the water at a specially organised event, arranging a ‘try sailing’ day, or dedicating your weekend of racing to Sail the World – it all counts.

There’s plenty of time for planning and ISAF has some neat tools on offer that can help support your event, and identify it as part of this global celebration.

A special ‘Sail the World’ logo has been commissioned for the weekend and can be used by Clubs and event organisers to promote your event, whatever it is you choose to do.

A poster template is available which can be personalised by you, for your event and put up at your Club and in the local area.

Whatever you choose to do to mark the occasion, don’t forget to tell ISAF… email sailtheworld@isaf.co.uk

For more visit the Sail the World microsite through the link below.

[ Sail the World ]
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School Sailing Programme Initiative

School students in the Bay of Plenty region have plenty of opportunity to try sailing thanks to a regional initiative that makes the most of the Yachting New Zealand resources.

There’s something on offer for a wide range of ages from YNZ SailSafe for children age 10-12 years right through to NCEA sailing for 15-17 year olds. For an overview of the Steve’s Marine School Sailing Programme visit the Best Practice webpage through the link below.

[ YNZ Best Practice Webpage ]
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Club Surveys Outstanding

Below is a list of affiliated Yacht Clubs who are yet to return the Yachting New Zealand Club Survey for 2007 which was due back before Easter.

The information helps Yachting New Zealand to develop trend data and review how the sport is doing on a National level - this information can then be passed on to our club’s. It is also a measure for the organisation to evaluate the services provided to our members and obtain feedback from you on areas you feel we are doing well in as well as highlighting areas we need to work on in the future.

If you have misplaced your copy of the Survey it can be downloaded from the YNZ website through the link below.

Northland

Bay of Islands Yacht Club
Kerikeri Cruising Club
Mangonui Cruising Club
Marsden Yacht & Boat Club Inc
Onerahi Yacht Club
Russell Boating Club
Sandspit Yacht Club
Taipa Sailing Club
Tutukaka South Pacific Yacht Club

Auckland

Clarks Beach Yacht Club
Clearwater Cove Yacht Club
Devonport Yacht Club
French Bay Boating Club
Gulf Harbour Yacht Club Inc
Howick Sailing Club
Kawau Island Yacht Club
Kohimarama Yacht Club
Manukau Yacht and Motor Boat Club
Milford Cruising Club
Murrays Bay Sailing Club
Northcote Birkenhead Yacht Club
Pakuranga Sailing Club
Ponsonby Cruising Club
Pt Chevalier Sailing Club
RNZ Navy Sailing Club
RNZAF Base Auckland Yacht Club
Royal Akarana Yacht Club
Short Handed Sailing Association
Tamaki Yacht Club
Waiuku Yacht Club
Wakatere Boating Club
Weiti Boating Club
Weymouth Yacht Club

Waikato/Thames Region

Cambridge Yacht and Motorboat Club
Hamilton Yacht Club
Huntly Boating Club
Mercury Bay Boating Club

Bay of Plenty

BOP Trailer Yacht Squadron
Mt Maunganui Yacht Club
Tauranga Yacht & Powerboat Club

Western Districts

Horowhenua Sailing Club
Manawatu Marine Boating Club
Waitara Boating Club

Wellington

Kapiti Boating Club
Lowry Bay Yacht Club
Plimmerton Boating Club
Titahi Bay Boating Club

Nelson/Marlborough

Motueka Yacht and Cruising Club
Pohara Beach Boating Club
Queen Charlotte Yacht Club
Waikawa Boating Club

West Coast South Island

Lake Brunner Yacht Club

Canterbury

Akaroa Sailing Club
Christchurch Yacht Club
Pigeon Bay Boating Club
Pleasant Point Yacht Club
Timaru Yacht & Powerboat Club

Otago

Burkes St Leonard Boating Club
Macandrew Bay Boating Club
North Otago Yacht & PB Club
Otago Yacht Club
Port Chalmers Yacht Club
Ravensbourne Boating Club
Riverton Sailing Club Inc
Vauxhall Yacht Club
Waihola Yacht Club

Southland

Green Point Yacht Club

[ Club Survey 2007 ]
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PEGs – Performance Enhancement Grants

SPARC and YNZ have agreed to the criteria to be used in assessing applications for Performance Enhancement Grants in 2007 and in 2008 for Olympic Classes.

The change recognises the importance of the pre-Olympic regatta and the relatively light wind conditions of Qingdao, which immediately follows the World Championships in Cascais.

The criteria are published on the YNZ website through the link below.

[ PEGs Information ]
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St Johns Rotary CORK Scholarship

Yachting New Zealand is calling for applicants to the St Johns Rotary CORK Scholarship for 2007. More information on the scholarship and how to apply can be viewed on the Yachting New Zealand website by the link below.

Applications should be received by Yachting New Zealand by the close of business on Friday 11May 2007.

[ CORK Scholarship ]
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2007 Secondary Schools Sailing Teams Racing Nationals

The 6 day event that is Secondary Schools Sailing Teams Racing Nationals took place in New Plymouth last week. 150 male and female sailors, including the current world 420 champion, representing 20 schools from around New Zealand have been in New Plymouth for the week to compete for the prestige of top NZ sailing team. The event organisers are ecstatic to have had almost 300 races completed the event.

Winner of the event was decided in an exciting 2 round final, where it came down to the final race among the first and second placed teams and third and fourth placed teams. For the placing of third and fourth it was decided on the line. And in both cases the final winning team was in a losing position for a major part of the race. This all made for exciting viewing.

Tauranga Boys' College was first runners-up were Mahurangi College with Queen Charlotte College third, followed by Whangarei Boys' High School.

Tauranga only conceded one lost during the total event, which was to Mahurangi, in the Final, and the only team to beat Mahurangi during the regatta was Tauranga.

Queen Charlotte was the first South Island team ever to record a top 3 place and it was first time that Whangarei Boys had made the finals.

The girls final saw some close racing, with the local girls from New Plymouth Girls High, who finished second in the silver and having to settle for second place this year to Westlake Girls, who sailed very well to win the Girls final. Nelson Girls and Waikato Dio were both able to record wins in the finals to make the outcome more interesting.

Wellington Boys' High School won the silver fleet.

The top three teams from the gold fleet will travel to Australia in October to defend the interdominion title currently held by New Zealand.

For more information and photos from the event visit the NZ teams racing website through the link below.

[ Teams Racing ]
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Aquapro wins NZ Olympic Sailing contract

RFD New Zealand Ltd, the owners of the Aquapro brand of Inflatable boats has been awarded a contract to supply four 5 metre RIBs to the New Zealand Olympic Sailing Squad.

“We are excited to have Aquapro come aboard as a supporter of our Olympic Sailing Squad,” says Leslie Egnot, Olympic Logistics Manager.

“The Aquapro Raider 510 was chosen due to its sleek deep V design and versatility. We are very appreciative that Aquapro have worked closely with Dunbier Tailers , Miller Moyes Seacraft and Ology to supply the RIBs at a substantially discounted cost. We look forward to getting them on the water, supporting our sailors in their preparations for the 2008 Olympics.”

Each of the boats will be powered by a Yamaha 60 hp 4 stroke high thrust outboards which will be supplied and installed by Miller Moyes Seacraft and will be towed on a purpose built Dunbier trailer from the Trailer Shop in Albany.

Aquapro has worked closely with marine aluminium design and fabrication company Ology to create a new light weight Bimini cover which is easily removed whilst retaining its functionality and strength.

The 5m boats themselves are feature a 54 litre in floor stainless steel fuel tank, Portofino style transom and a double jockey helm seat which will allow the pilot all the flexibility required for use as a chase boat.

A customised gear bag has also been included in each boat to allow for the storage of sails and support equipment. The boats will be delivered to Yachting New Zealand throughout May.
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School Sailing Programme Initiative

School students in the Bay of Plenty region have plenty of opportunity to try sailing thanks to a regional initiative that makes the most of the Yachting New Zealand resources.

There’s something on offer for a wide range of ages from YNZ SailSafe for children age 10-12 years right through to NCEA sailing for 15-17 year olds. For an overview of the Steve’s Marine School Sailing Programme visit the Best Practice webpage through the link below.

[ Best Practice Webpage ]
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Zone Development Clinics

Yachting New Zealand has published new criteria for applying to run a Peter Snell Institute Zone Development Clinic.

These guidelines are available for download from the YNZ website through the link below.

Regional Support Officers are receiving applications to host these clinics at present and must have their programmes organised by 1 July. Clubs wishing to participate in this programme should contact their RSO as soon as possible.

[ Zone Development clinics ]
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Boating Education Courses at home

Coastguard Boating Education has developed Home Study options for a selection of core and specialty courses that are suited to self learning. Boaties wanting to improve their boating knowledge with a Coastguard qualification can now do it in the comfort of their own home.

Some of the most popular boating education courses, including NZ Day Skipper; NZ Boatmaster; Marine VHF Radio Operator; RRTOC Radio Operator; GPS Operator; Outboard Engine Maintenance and Inboard Engine Maintenance have been converted into Home Study Learning Programmes.

The Home Study Packs include a study guide; the necessary manuals, and /or textbooks; practice examinations; and instructions for when the candidate is ready to sit the exam. The Day Skipper pack also includes our latest edition CD ROM as another option for learning course material.

The courses are reasonably priced at $85 for NZ Day Skipper, $35 for Marine VHF Operator, $180 for NZ Boatmaster, $52 for RRTOC Radio Operator, $45 for GPS Operator and Outboard Engine Maintenance, and $65 for Inboard Engine Maintenance. Examinations are included in the price.

To order a Home Study pack or to view the full range of Coastguard courses and timetables please contact Coastguard Boating Education, phone 0800 40 80 90 or visit their website through the link below.

[ CBES ]
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Loose lifelines

The Yachting New Zealand appeals panel recently reached a decision on the legality of loose lifelines in a category 5 event. The panel's decision is published on the Protests, Appeals and Decisions webpage through the link below.

[ Protests, Appeals and Decisions ]
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P & Starling Venue

The Junior Classes Committee are seeking Letters of Intent from clubs interested in holding the P & Starling National Championships for 2009 & 2010 and North Island Championships for 2008 & 2009.

National Championships are to be held before the 31st of January in the above years (in recent history they have been held over or about the New Year Period) and North Islands are held over Labour weekend.

While it has been normal that when Nationals are hosted by a North Island Club that Club should also hold the North Islands, the Committee will consider requests from Clubs wishing to hold only Nationals or only North Islands.

According to established convention, preference for the 2009 Nationals will be for a Club situated North of Taupo (excluding Auckland) to gain these Championships and for 2010 for a South Island (Canterbury, Otago or Southland) Club - because 2010 Nationals are in the South island we do need a club to host 2009 North islands.

Please send Letters of Intent to the Junior Classes Committee c/- YNZ, PO Box 91209, AMSC, Auckland. Close off date 31 May 2007.
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Race Officer Seminars

Four Race Officer Seminars are planned for this winter. Dates and venues are…

May 26 -27 Naval Point Club Lyttelton
June 16 – 17 Napier Sailing Club
July 28 – 29 Torbay Sailing Club
Sept 15 – 16 Wellington (venue TBC)

These seminars not only fulfil the requirements for those wishing to qualify as National or Club Race Officers but also offer beginners to race management an opportunity to learn from more experience race officials. People with experience across the range are equally catered for including sailors. For those who wish to take the test there is an opportunity at the end of the seminar.

All seminars are subject to sufficient entries being received by the entry deadline which is listed on the entry form next to each venue. Further details and an application are available through the link below.

[ Seminars and Training ]
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Club Instructor/Seamanship courses

Auckland Clubs are reminded that Yachting New Zealand has funding available for free Club or Seamanship Instructor courses courtesy of a grant received from the Auckland Regional Council grant.

This will be a one off opportunity, so once the funds have been used the offer will not be repeated. If your club needs to train up some new instructors for next season this is a great opportunity to save your club some money.

To see what courses are scheduled in Auckland and the rest of the country visit our website.

[ Upcoming Courses ]
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Future path of Secondary School Sailing

The Secondary School National Sailing Championship is a team racing event in 420 dinghies. It is currently organised by the NZ Team Racing Association. At present only teams which qualify top in the regional trials are accepted at the nationals.

It was agreed at this year's managers meeting to investigate the possibility of opening up the event to more teams. Naturally this would involve increased organisation and more resources. As only schools which had qualified this year were able to attend the managers meeting those schools which are interested in participating but did not, are invited to contact Mike Wright on nzmikew@igrin.co.nz

Mike has been asked to recommend a suitable format and is looking for input and expressions of interest.
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Sailing with disabilities

Sailability Auckland have an open invitation to anyone interested in sailing for the disabled to attend their prize-giving and information evening on May 15th from 7.00pm to 10.00pm.

There will be nibbles and a cash bar and everyone is welcome but please RSVP to timdempsey@xtra.co.nz
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Richard Brown is leaving

Several people have noticed a situations vacant advertisement for the position of National Programmes Director. Richard has decided that its time to enjoy life without letting work get in the way, starting with a visit to Valencia in time for the Americas Cup. Richard hopes to continue to provide some services to Yachting New Zealand on a much reduced basis.