International Mirror Class Association Of N S W NEWSLETTER September 2004 Web site: imcansw.org
Forty Baskets beach was the venue for the IMCA of NSW AGM. On a balmy Sunday 8/5/04, those who assembled at the venue by way of Road witnessed a fantastic finish by those intrepid and dedicated Mirror Sailors, who set off from Balmoral. Boats that took part. “SEA JOULE” sailed by Celia May and Julie Holmes . “WOODY” sailed by Karl Sparre and daughter Brianna “TIME & TIDE” sailed by Philip Stewart and daughter Cara “SPIEGAL” sailed by Steve Malone and Manuel Panzeras The set course was designated - the crew to arrive and touch the life buoy on the beach first would be the winner. “WOODY” was neck & neck with the borrowed boat “TIME & TIDE”, Both Cara & Brianna couldn’t wait to sail to the beach, but opted to dive overboard, swimming and then a sprint up the beach to the life buoy to finish, a most exciting end to a great sail. After a very nice picnic lunch, the AGM then proceeded, with the following being elected: President Secretary Race Secretary Treasurer Measurer Publicity Officer Bruce Lucas Tony Mandel Steven Foster Steve Hunt Ray Butler Vacant 9816 5869 lucasfamily@tpg.com.au www.imcansw.org
The first executive meeting was held on the 5th July 2004 An event calendar was discussed, and will be emailed sometime in September, by the Race Secretary. Notice of Race for this years Mirror State Titles will hopefully reach you early October 2004. This being the 40th year of Mirror State Titles I have at this stage garnered the support of one Major Sponsor, being Bing Lee. & five Associate Sponsors: Century 21 Maureen Smith Real Estate Hunters Hill Joe Walsh Rigging Woolwich Steve Walker Sails Hobart Bob Cruise, Hart Small Boats Western Australia Adam & Marika South, Boat and Yacht Store, Gladesville. Hunters Hill Sailing Club, will be the host of this years States on December 4th & 5th 2004. For a modest entry fee of $60.00 per boat, includes Polo or T Shirt for skipper & crew, Social Dinner on Saturday night & sausage sizzle at the presentation on Sunday Afternoon. There are fantastic prizes on offer over a variety of categories, so that irrespective of sailing experience, age or final position, all competitors will have the opportunity of winning.
HELP
We are still short of a Publicity Officer, however any ITEMS of INTEREST, Mirror CLUB NEWS, CREWS NEEDED or CREW AVAILABLE, BOATS FOR SALE etc. would be appreciated for future newsletters, if anybody out there has contacts to assist in the promotion of our fabulous Mirror Community, please let me know. Items should be emailed to me at lucasfamily@tpg.com.au
CREW NEEDED
Andy McIntyre, now based in Melbourne is seeking a small & willing crew member to sail in the Mirror States 4th & 5th Dec, 2004. Andy McIntyre CEO Rocket Science Entertainment Pty Limited Suite 4, 31 Broadway ELWOOD VIC 3184 Tel: +61 3 9531 6339 Fax: +61 3 9531 0916 Email: andy@rocketsciencetv.com.au
TRAINING SESSIONS
Fantastic training opportunity on Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th September with Mark Barrington, coming to Hunters Hill Sailing Club. Mark will be conducting on water techniques from 10.30am both days, for a modest fee of $20 per boat…Phone Celia May Commodore Hunters Hill Sailing Club on 9906 5106 to register your interest.
FOR SALE
BLACK FALCON Ex Dual National champion, fast boat. Two masts / booms and gaffs. Two centreboards, one is "much loved ...." the other is new - unused, Immaculate rudder (used in Cork world championships - or so the stamp on it says). Several sets of sails. This is the perfect opportunity to buy a fast boat at a good price. Selling due to up coming house building. $1,750 ono. Contact Cliff 02 9487 6288 or email cvt@bigpond.net.au WREST POINT Fast tidy boat, prepared and rigged especially for 2003 Worlds in Tasmania by Michael Spies, presently located at Hunters Hill Sailing Club. $1,500.00 ono Contact Michael 02 9817 5518
In conclusion, together with those committee members who have stood for re-election this year, I would like to thank Celia May for her fantastic leadership as Past President, and Robin Ford as retiring treasurer. Regards Bruce Lucas