December 2014 - Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club

MBTBC
Trailer Boating Summer 2014-15 Edition
48 PACKED PAGES
ALL ABOUT YOUR CLUB
• MBTBC’s Camp Quality Partnership
• Win a Trailer full of goodies
• Tinnie & Tackle Show moves to Manly
• Getting married at MBTBC
• Seafood and Soul
• Latest from your Club Groups
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE
COMMODORE
Ann Sheriff: 0418 191 962
VICE COMMODORE
Gerald Grubwinkler: 0419 992 322
REAR COMMODORE
Brad Bell: 0411 757 750
HON. SECRETARY
Ian Heathwood: 0418 199 416
HON. TREASURER
Peter McDuff: 0417 644 672
CLUB CAPTAIN
Bob Gillmore: 0412 274 286
COMMITTEE
Guy Houghton
SUB-GROUP CAPTAINS
SOUTHERN HAVEN
Gerald Grubwinkler:
0419 992 322
DEEP SEA
Wayne Good: 0409 514 345
INSHORE FISHING
John Haynes: 0487 944 350
SAILING GROUP
Barry Thompson: 0438 486 521
TRACTOR SYNDICATE
Gary Tallis: 0438 557 158
SOCIAL CRUISE GROUP
Peter Harman: 0409 119 009
RADIO ROOM
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Jack Kennedy: 0419 675 180
News from the Bridge
Our Committee has been working hard in implementing sound and
positive strategies to secure the safe future of our great Club.
These initiatives not only secure the financial viability of our Club
but also reinvigorate the values we represent. Let me share just
a few of these with you.
I am pleased to report that the Committee along with the Marina Company
have finalised negotiations with TMR. The Marina Company holds the head
lease and now has the bonus extension of 10 years on all leases, which takes
it out to 2044. This is a fabulous result that only strengthens the long
term value and desirability of marina berths. Since September last year
22 marina berths have been sold – NOW is really a great time to own your
own berth! Our thanks to the Marina Company Directors for their continued
support.
We are very proud to report that our partnership with Camp Quality has
been a huge success. To date we have raised a much needed $10,000 that
goes toward creating a better quality of life for children and their families
living with cancer. Of course we need the continued generous support of
our Members and patrons to keep making a difference for the children
and families of Camp Quality. So I look forward to seeing you at one of
the upcoming Camp Quality events. The next event will be the MBTBC Kids
Christmas Party – 30th November – 2pm – 5pm.
Check our ‘new look’ website www.mbtbc.com for up to date information on
the Camp Quality Events and what’s happening at MBTBC.
Volunteers are always welcome to help sell raffle tickets and to support the
Club and in other ways such as sponsorship, even offering your services or
products. Just contact Samantha, myself or any member of Committee. We
would love to chat with you.
We have brought back live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights
with some great first class entertainers and bands. So make sure you book
a night wining, dining and dancing with your friends and family over the
coming weekends as the festive season kicks into gear. It’s great to see our
sensational staff rise to the occasion supporting the Committee’s initiatives,
spirits are high, service and food has never been better – we thank them all
and as a Committee couldn’t be more proud of them.
We plan to develop strong levels of member support and encourage future
leadership that will drive the MBTBC to re-establish itself as a leading Boat
Club and Marina. Now it’s Members’ turn – now more than ever before we
need our Members to support our staff, your Clubhouse and these new
initiatives. Our Club Captain, Bob Gillmore is planning on a sub group get
together/ BBQ in February and will be in touch in due course with more
details. Also, please note in your diary that the next General Meeting will be
on Monday 2nd February and the Brisbane Tinnie & Tackle Show will be coming to Manly
on 6th March (more details on page 24).
The Committee remains dedicated to keeping communication open with our
Members and how you would like to see the Clubhouse continue to grow. As a
result we have introduced Feedback Forms at the Bar, we’d love to hear all
about your experience and encourage Members to complete these – don’t
forget to nominate your favourite staff member or meal!
Thanks to your continued support, a dedicated Committee and loyal staff
I am confident in saying that at last we can look forward to fair seas and
light winds in the years to come.
I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Merry Christmas
and a safe and Happy New Year and look forward to seeing you enjoying your
Clubhouse very soon!
P.S. This is just the first look at many exciting initiatives we are introducing, watch
this space!
Cheers…
Ann Sheriff, Commodore
MORETON BAY TRAILER BOAT CLUB
34 Fairlead Crescent, Manly Qld 4179, PO Box 27, Wynnum Central Qld 4178.
T: 07 3396 8161 F: 07 3393 3926 E: [email protected]
W: www.mbtbc.com
www.facebook.com/mbtbcmanly
MBTBC MARINA 1 Wyvernleigh Close, Manly Boat Harbour Qld 4179
PO Box 5124, Manly Qld 4179. T: 07 3893 0810 E: [email protected]
MARINA SALES T: 0418 765 963 E: [email protected]
FACILITIES MANAGER Samantha Bell T: 07 3396 8161 E: [email protected]
FUNCTIONS Helen Ponsi T: 07 3396 8161 E: [email protected]
Please direct all editorial and advertising enquiries to Facilities Manager Samantha Bell.
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Page 2...Club Contacts
Page 3...News from the Bridge - Letter from the Commodore
Page 5...Camp Quality Kids Christmas Party
Page 6...MBTBC Live Entertainment guide
Page 7...New Years Eve
Page 8...MBTBC Partnering with Camp Quality
Page 12...Seafood and Soul
Page 16...Buy a berth at MBTBC Marina
Page 17...Melbourne Cup
Page 18...Competitions: Win a $25 Club voucher
Page 20...Deep Sea Report
Page 22...Radio Room Report
Page 24...Tinnie and Tackle show moves to Manly
Page 25...Sea Scouts
Page 26...Marina rental rates
Page 27...Shipyard rental rates
Page 29...Sailing Group
Page 30...Inshore Report
Page 32...Social Cruise Report
Page 36...Coastguard
Page 38...Get Married at MBTBC
Page 41...Camp Quality Raffle
Page 42...Final Word - Alison Pay volunteer award, Beacon to Beacon
Page 43...Membership information
Page 44...Boats and Pieces Trade Directory
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SUMMER SHENANIGANS
LIVE MUSIC AT MBTBC
NOVEMBER
Romio & Juliette Friday 28th • Shane Kells Saturday 29th
DECEMBER
Morning Melodies Thursday 4th • Scott Sinclair Friday 5th
Romio & Juliette Saturday 6th
Me & Jodie Lee Friday 12th • Noel Parlane Saturday 13th
Jackpot Friday 19th • Bill Henderson Saturday 20th
Christmas Eve - Cathy Drummond Wednesday 24th
New Year’s Eve - Highway 409 Wednesday 31st December
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NEW YEAR’S EVE
NEW YEAR’S EVE
Wednesday December 31st
Free Entry
Doors open 7:30pm
Closing time 12.30pm
Dinner bookings essential
Tel: 3396 8161
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CAMP QUALITY
LAUGHTER IS THE BEST MEDICINE
MBTBC launched its exciting new partnership with Camp
Quality on Sunday 27 July with a Family Day at the
Clubhouse.
The Club hosted over 200 visitors who were treated to
entertainment, giant games, a jumping castle, face painting and
gorgeous food. Fifty per cent of all food sales was donated to Camp
Quality and the Club held a raffle to raise funds.
Camp Quality supports thousands of children and their families
living with cancer in Australia. MBTBC Commodore Ann Sheriff
says she is proud for MBTBC to support such a worthy cause. “As a
cancer survivor myself I know all too well what these children have
to go through. The whole process is hard on them and their families.
“Currently Camp Quality reaches 1 in 3 children living with cancer. We want to help Camp
Quality reach EVERY child living with cancer.”
In Queensland alone, from Brisbane to Cairns, Gold Coast to Mt Isa, Camp Quality supports
over 594 families. From diagnosis, throughout treatment and beyond, their free programs build
optimism and resilience at hospital, at home, at school and at camp.
Charity partners can bring huge benefits. With the help of partners Camp Quality was able to
accomplish some great things last year including: supporting 340 new families, running over 300
recreation programs, and reaching over 300,000 children and teenagers with their performance
and education program.
Since the launch of the partnership the Club has hosted a Fashion Show, Christmas in July and
regular events to raise funds and awareness. We are proud to announce that so far MBTBC has
raised over $10,000 so far for Camp Quality.
Camp Quality events are held every month at the MBTBC Clubhouse. Please see
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CAMP QUALITY
www.mbtbc.com or the MBTBC Facebook page for details. If you would like to get involved in
fundraising please register your interest at [email protected].
To read more about Camp Quality, please visit: www.campquality.org.au.
Thank you to everyone who has supported and helped us. Let’s keep going into 2015!
SECTION NAME
Returning to school is
often a frightening time for
a child living with cancer.
Sophie’s Story
After cancer treatment, Sophie was very anxious about returning to school. Unfortunately,
her fears were well-founded. Sophie’s mum says:
“Sophie had a lot of trouble from some of the kids. Some of the younger ones called
her ‘baldy’, and the other children were worried they were going to ‘catch’ what Sophie
had.”
Luckily, the Camp Quality puppets gave Sophie’s school a visit as part of our Primary
School Education Program. It teaches pupils how to be supportive and understanding
of kids living with cancer. After cancer treatment has robbed them of their hair and
confidence, the show is crucial in reassuring kids who are anxious
about returning to school.
They’re often bullied or excluded because other kids don’t
understand that they can’t catch cancer. We know the show works
wonders: as 7-year-old Sophie wrote:
“After the puppets explained leukaemia, the kids at school
stopped bullying me.”
Help Moreton Bay Trailer Boat
Club support kids like Sophie
Find out more at:
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campquality.org.au
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When a child is diagnosed
with cancer, the whole
family is effected
Emily’s Story
Four-year-old Emily was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in July 2013. The
impact her diagnosis had on her wider family – mum, dad and two siblings – threaten to
overwhelm them. Mum Jen says:
“We didn’t even know children got cancer in July last year. I’d never heard of a child
getting cancer. It hit me like a tonne of bricks. I collapsed on the ground and knocked my
head on the wall.”
Jen had to abandon a business she’d just started and her husband had to take
months off work to care for their other children.
Learning to remain positive, resilient and optimistic was something the
family learnt at Camp Quality’s programs: “Firstly, everyone’s dealing with
cancer so it’s not a scary environment and you no longer feel so alone.
Also, they take care of the whole family.
It’s made us closer, determined and unstoppable as a family.
We’re more appreciative of life every day because we
know of people who don’t have their children any more.”
Help Moreton Bay Trailer
Boat Club support kids
like Emily
Find out more at:
campquality.org.au M A R C H 2 0 1 1 U N I V E R S A L M A G A Z I N E 1 1
S E A F O O D A N D S O U L - S AT U R D AY N I G H T
Music and food to
feed your soul
The Elliotts: Living the Impossible Dream
Music and food combined to excellent effect again this August 9th and 10th
with MBTBC’s Seafood and Soul festival. Words and pictures, Michelle McKenna
Regular attendees may have noticed the slight twist in the title of this year’s event. Past years have
focused on jazz but this year we got funky. The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame describes soul as “music
that arose in America through the transmutation of gospel and rhythm & blues into a form of funky,
secular testifying”. While we can’t claim attendees had a religious experience – it was an awesome
weekend of fine food, drink and tunes.
Saturday, August 9: The Elliotts and Dennis Jaculli
Armed with children, husband, spare babysitter - ahem - friend and blankets I wandered down to the
Club on Saturday afternoon. Arriving early to ensure maximum consumption of prawns and bugs was
possible we got stuck into the food which was, as always, delicious.
When the music started up I had a “Hell YEAH!” moment. You know that moment when you know
you’re hearing something AWESOME? Totally tight, original music played from the heart. Completely
unexpected and completely beautiful. The harmonies The Elliotts create are just divine, wistful and
moving. Songs like Impossible Dream and Favourite Place float along, relaxing the mind like hearing
flowing water. Stay for the Night and Warriors rocked the joint and warmed up the chilly August air.
I was so excited I bought a beanie and a CD. The CD has not left my car since - no matter how stressful
my morning, as soon as the soothing notes of Favourite Place waft over me, I’m good. I recommend
this CD to any fellow stressheads who need some mellowing out of a morning.
Unfortunately I was only able to catch the first couple of songs of Dennis Jaculli’s set as it was my
turn to go home first with the kids, but the husband and the friend (who turned out to be not very
useful as a spare babysitter) stayed to relax, consume copious amounts of beer and enjoy the show.
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S E A F O O D A N D S O U L - S AT U R D AY N I G H T
SATURDAY BAND BIOS:
THE ELLIOTTS www.elliottsband.com
Proving that MBTBC can attract the hottest talent ,TRIPLE J UNEARTHED Melbourne band The
Elliotts added us into their national tour. The Elliotts are an Australian indie rock trio consisting of
singer/songwriter/guitarist (and all-round overachiever) Robbie Elliott, James Howlett on bass and
Max Missingham on drums and vocals.
Uniting under a love of harmonies and a mutual dislike for what is currently on commercial radio,
‘The Elliotts’ have honed their craft; collaborating with music producer Pete Dacy (Taxiride, The
Androids,Superjesus) and artists such as Brian Canham (Pseudo Echo).
The Elliotts’ music has been compared to hybrid of The Beatles, The Killers, Oasis and Queen.
DENNIS JACULLI www.jaculli.com
Having grown up with eclectic sounds and melodies, Dennis Jaculli has developed into a self-styled
artist. As the front man for “Comotosed”, playing before crowds throughout Queensland in venues
such as “the Zoo”, “Hi-Fi” and “Rosies”, Dennis brought his energetic and explosive, yet soulful stage
presence to the shows every night. After moving to Europe, and playing several shows in England he
displayed his own unique style, to which gained great responses across the pond.
Now Dennis has decided to bare and share his musical soul with his new solo project. Weaving and
creating his individual acoustic sound he found on his travels, accompanied with his raw, hypnotic
voice and entrancing thoughtful lyrics. Dennis Jaculli is set to show why his talent must be heard.
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SEAFOOD AND SOUL - SUNDAY
Sunday, August 10: Nuages and JACKPOT
As usual, Sunday was sold out and the weather was sunny and warm. Eager to try more seafood we opted for
more bugs, oysters and yet more prawns. Again - they were succulent and delicious. What a way to spend a
weekend, lying around scoffing and being entertained al fresco. Beauty.
The music was more upbeat than the night before and everyone was getting very into the groove, dancing,
toe tapping and cutting loose. The kids were loving the tunes and the food - it’s such a pleasure to be able to
relax with them in a safe, waterfront environment. There aren’t many events like this where everyone is so
laid back and welcoming to families. All the kids got balloons, had their faces painted and generally treated
like little VIPS.
If you haven’t made it to a Seafood by the Bay at the Club yet, lock it in for next year. I really can’t rate it
highly enough, MBTBC have made an art out of entertaining and this event gets 10/10 from me.
See you next year - and remember to keep an eye on the Club newsletter for upcoming events.
SUNDAY BAND BIOS:
Nuages supply smooth, familiar tunes played and sung beautifully.
JACKPOT are Peter, Paul and Annie. Peter sings better than Barnsie! Annie rocks like Tina Turner and
plays drums! Paulie plays like Clapton! All together, you’ve won the JACKPOT.
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B E R T H S F O R S A L E AT M B T B C M A R I N A
BERTHS FOR SALE AT MBTBC MARINA
For more information please call George Davie on 1300 889 509,
mobile 0418 731 753 or email MBTBC Marina Ltd on [email protected]
BOATS
BUYING OR SELLING
LISTINGS WANTED
OCEANA YACHT BROKERS
www.oceanayacht.com.au
MIKE DAVIDSON
0418 741 581
MANLY HARBOUR YACHT
BROKERS
www.manlybrokers.com.au
ROB ELWELL 0418 130 215
Also offering insurance policies and valuations
JOIN THE STRENGTH - WHERE OUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS
MELBOURNE CUP
FASHION, FUN AND FABULOUS FILLIES!
Melbourne Cup 2014, Tuesday 4th November
THE RACE THAT STOPS A NATION (BUT NOT FROM EATING AND DRINKING...)
It may be the richest two-mile handicap in the world but you don’t need to break the bank to celebrate
Melbourne Cup in style.
MBTBC continued its tradition of hosting the perfect Bayside Cup event. Our beautifully dressed guests
enjoyed bubbles on arrival as well as buffet lunch. The entertainment (of course) included a viewing of the
Melbourne Cup and the fun extended well into the afternoon with our annual Fashion Show.
Thank you to our sponsors: One Perfect Day and Yalumba who donated prizes.
Thank you too to everyone who came and made this event such a success. See you next year!
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COMPETITIONS
WORDSEARCH
BAUBLE • CARD • CAROLS • DONKEY • KING
MANGER • PRESENT • REINDEER • STAR • STOCKING
SANTA • SHEPHERD • TINSEL
Search for the 12 words listed above in our wordsearch grid. Words can be found forwards, backwards,
diagonally, upwards and downwards, however one word is missing.
For your chance to win a $25 Club voucher email your full name, Membership number and contact
number with the missing word to Sam at [email protected]. Alternatively you can drop your
completed Wordsearch into the Club office or post your entry to PO Box 27 Wynnum Central Qld 4178.
Entries close February 1st, 2014. Winners will be notified by phone and names published in the next
edition of Trailer Boating.
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COMPETITIONS
SPOT THE DIFFERENCE
There are six differences between the top and bottom pictures of Camp Quality’s Sunday Funday.
Five are listed on p42, one is not. For your chance to win a $25 Club voucher email your full name,
Membership number and contact number with the missing item to Sam at [email protected].
Alternatively you can drop your answer and details into the Club office or post your entry to PO Box
27 Wynnum Central Qld 4178.
Entries close February 1st, 2014. Winners will be notified by phone and names published in the next
edition of Trailer Boating.
RADIO ROOM
VKQ477 - YOUR RADIO ROOM AT MBTBC
Marine Radio Manly
VKQ447 is a Marine
Radio station which
opens weekdays
answering calls on behalf
of Coast Guards and
Marine Rescue stations
in the Moreton Bay
area.
We recently conducted a
refit and refurb of the
station and have raised
Communications Offer Jack Kennedy is
$40,000 through the
congratulated by Commodore Ann Sheriff
Qld Gov Gaming Fund,
The Port of Brisbane
Pty Ltd, Bartons, Caltex, Queensland Bulk Handling, The Wynnum Manly Yacht Club,
and Matt King the Golf Professional at Wynnum Golf Club.
The radio room was off the air from 5:30pm Friday the 10th October reopening at
6:45 am Monday the 20th October to conduct the refit. With the generosity of Coast
Guard Mooloolaba, Marine Radio Manly will introduce an electronic log which will not
only act as a means of logging on local vessels but will give transiting vessels a safety
umbrella all the way to Coast Guard Sandy Straights.
Marine Radio Manly will become part of a chain of electronically connected stations
which will include Coast Guard Mooloolaba, Coast Guard Tin Can Bay and Coast Guard
Sandy Straights. Once a vessels details are logged into our system, departing vessels will
only need to give registration number, people on board, destination and estimated time
of return. A simple logon system to encourage people to log on. If we don’t know where
you are we cannot help you. There are no excuses now not to log on. Its easier than
ever.
An official opening was held at 10am Friday the 17th October to thank sponsors for
their support.
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Port of Brisbane Pty Ltd
MBTBC
Caltex Refinery Lytton
Queensland Bulk Handling
Matt King Golf Professional Wynnum Golf Club
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RADIO ROOM
• Bartons
• Wynnum Manly Yacht Club
• Brisbane Solar and Electricial
A special thank you to all the volunteer
members at Marine Radio Manly for all the
work done to help make this happen. We
now have absolutely first class equipment
to help monitor vessel movements around
and through Moreton Bay.
24/7
TIDES + WEATHER INFO
LOCATION - RADIO ROOM ILLUMINATED NOTICEBOARD
UPDATES NIGHTLY,
7.00AM SATURDAY AND SUNDAY (+ PUBLIC HOLIDAYS)
PLEASE CHECK THAT THE TIME/DATE OF THE REPORT
IS RELEVANT TO YOUR TRIP
Radio Room Communications Officer • Jack Kennedy • O419 675 180
BOATIE CAR BOOT SALE AT
MBTBC • FEBRUARY 2015
If you are interested in having a stall please
email Sam - [email protected]
T I N N I E A N D TA C K L E M O V E S T O M A N LY
TINNIE AND TACKLE TO BE HELD AT MANLY IN 2015
2015 will see the Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show move to an all new on water
location - Manly Harbour, and the perfect backdrop to compliment the outdoor
lifestyle.
Outdoor adventure means so many things to so many different people. But the heart of it
all is a deep seated passion to explore the experience, the opportunities and the environment.
Marine Queensland is proud to join with the Explore Australia Expo to create an event that is
like no other.
You may be a seasoned traveller or a novice adrenalin junkie, a well travelled boatie or wanting
to get out on the water, but rest assured that the team behind the 4x4 and Marine Show
don’t just understand you, we are you. We live and breath the lifestyle ourselves and the Show
is just one forum for us to express and live our own adventures.
The Explore Australia Expo and Brisbane Tinnie and Tackle Show will entertain and inspire you,
we will engage you in manner that no other show has done before. We have unprecedented
educational platforms, workshops, seminars, activities and challenges for you to participate in.
Personalities and identities will be on hand but not how you have seen them before. Industry
leaders and experts will offer advice, solutions and inside tips. And best of all, you will see a
united presence as the best facets of every aspect of your adventure are brought together for
a total experience.
To say that we are are excited about this event is an understatement. We have so much
planned, we just can’t wait. We do though look forward to engaging with you all, inspiring,
educating and entertaining. For more information please see www.tinnie-tackle.com.au
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BAYSIDE SEA
SCOUTS AND
MBTBC SIGN
HISTORIC
AGREEMENT
MBTBC has formed a new partnership
with Bayside Sea Scouts in an effort to
help foster love of boats and boating in
the community.
MBTBC has agreed to allow BSS use of
their private beach area and/or jetty for
BSS to launch canoes. We will also be allowing use of Southern
Haven (when it is not in use by Members) and use of our venue
with access to our marketing assistance.
In return, BSS has agreed to promote MBTBC through its
marketing and social network, support patronage of the Club
and place MBTBC signage in BSS locations.
BSS has also agreed to encourage its youth members to assist with MBTBC Camp Quality
fundraiser days. This help will be valuable tp the Club and ties in with BSS’s ethos of
community service. It will also be helpful to those working on their Duke of Edinburgh
award.
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M A R I N A & S H I P YA R D
BERTH RENTAL & SHIPYARD RATES AT MBTBC MARINA
LENGTH
10 metre
MONO
12 metre
MONO
12 metre
MULTI
13.5 metre
MONO
13.5 metre
MULTI
15 metre
MONO
15 metre
MULTI
16 metre
MULTI
17 metre
MONO
17 metre
MULTI
20 metre
MULTI
24 metre
MULTI
Max
33ft x 11ft
O/NITE
WEEKLY
MONTHLY
6MTHLY
$39.00
$190.00
$560.00
$3170.00
39ft x 14ft
$44.00
$220.00
$670.00
$3830.00
39ft x 22ft
$61.00
$310.00
$925.00
$5265.00
44ft x
15ft
$49.00
$253.00
$750.00
$4300.00
44ft x 23ft
$66.00
$340.00
$980.00
$5600.00
49ft x 15ft
$54.00
$275.00
$820.00
$4650.00
49ft x 25ft
$71.00
$347.00
$1090.00
$6250.00
52ft x
26ft
$77.00
$390.00
$1170.00
$6660.00
56ft
16.5ft
$61.00
$310.00
$925.00
$5310.00
56ft x
27ft
$83.00
$396.00
$1200.00
$6875.00
66ft x
28ft
$94.00
$475.00
$1455.00
$8290.00
79ft x
30ft
$110.00
$585.00
$1770.00
$9950.00
PLEASE NOTE:
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All vessels must be registered and fully insured
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Measurements of boats are taken from the Bow Sprit to the Davits or Duckboard and not the waterline
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All payments are to be made strictly in advance. Payments in arrears will be at the weekly rate. Please notify
the office if your payment will be late
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Living aboard to be authorized by Marina. There is a $45.00 per week charge for up to two crew and $15 per
week for each extra person staying “on board”. This fee should be paid with the rent in advance
•
You must be a ‘Full Member’ of the Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club if you intend renting in our Marina. Please
see page 45 for Membership details
•
There is a $30.00 deposit on each gatecard which is refundable upon its return
To book a berth please contact the Marina office on 07 3893 0810 or [email protected]
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Feet BERTH OWNERS Lift & hold $150.00 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 DAILY FULL MEMBERS Lift & hold $170.00 SHIPMATE Lift & hold $190.00 DAILY 180.00 20.00 240.00 24.00 300.00 189.00 21.00 252.00 25.20 315.00 198.00 22.00 264.00 26.40 330.00 207.00 23.00 276.00 27.60 345.00 216.00 24.00 288.00 28.80 360.00 225.00 25.00 300.00 30.00 375.00 234.00 26.00 312.00 31.20 390.00 243.00 27.00 324.00 32.40 405.00 252.00 28.00 336.00 33.60 420.00 261.00 29.00 348.00 34.80 435.00 270.00 30.00 360.00 36.00 450.00 279.00 31.00 372.00 37.20 465.00 288.00 32.00 384.00 38.40 480.00 297.00 33.00 396.00 39.60 495.00 306.00 34.00 408.00 40.80 510.00 315.00 35.00 420.00 42.00 525.00 324.00 36.00 432.00 43.20 540.00 333.00 37.00 444.00 44.40 555.00 342.00 38.00 456.00 45.60 570.00 351.00 39.00 468.00 46.80 585.00 360.00 40.00 480.00 48.00 600.00 369.00 41.00 492.00 49.20 615.00 378.00 42.00 504.00 50.40 630.00 387.00 43.00 516.00 51.60 645.00 396.00 44.00 528.00 52.80 660.00 405.00 45.00 540.00 54.00 675.00 414.00 46.00 552.00 55.20 690.00 423.00 47.00 564.00 56.40 705.00 432.00 48.00 576.00 57.60 720.00 441.00 49.00 588.00 58.80 735.00 450.00 50.00 600.00 60.00 750.00 459.00 51.00 612.00 61.20 765.00 468.00 52.00 624.00 62.40 780.00 477.00 53.00 636.00 63.60 795.00 486.00 54.00 648.00 64.80 810.00 495.00 55.00 660.00 66.00 825.00 > DAILY RATE DOUBLES IF VESSEL IS IN CRADLE MORE THAN 2 WEEKS < FULL MEMBERS SHIPMATE WATER BLAST UP TO 30’ = $70.00 UP TO 30’ = $75.00 31’ – 40’ = $80.00 31’ – 40’ = $85.00 41’ – 55’ = $90.00 41’ – 55’ = $95.00 ENVIRONMENTAL LEVY $50.00 $60.00 EXTRA SLING $35.00 SWING KEEL $60.00 CLEAN UP FEE $50 P/H (Minimum $25.00) SANDER HIRE ‐ $45.00 HALF DAY ‐ $70.00 FULL DAY HIRE ‐ DISCS $1.50 TRESTLE HIRE EXTRA – SEE OFFICE DAILY 28.00 29.40 30.80 32.20 33.60 35.00 36.40 37.80 39.20 40.60 42.00 43.40 44.80 46.20 47.60 49.00 50.40 51.80 53.20 54.60 56.00 57.40 58.80 60.20 61.60 63.00 64.40 65.80 67.20 68.60 70.00 71.40 72.80 74.20 75.60 77.00 Contact details for trades from antifouling to upholstery are available on page 38 in
our Trade Directory “Boats and Pieces”
BEACON TO BEACON
BEACON TO BEACON GUIDES
Maritime Safety Queensland’s new navigational boating product
for recreational boaters is now available for free download.
There are 13 A4-size Beacon to Beacon PDF booklets covering
separate geographical regions from the southern Gold Coast to
Yeppoon north of Rockhampton.
Visit the Maritime Safety Queensland website to download a
copy of your local guide now.
http://www.msq.qld.gov.au/Boating-maps.aspx
How to use the guides:
•
You no longer need to purchase a Beacon to Beacon
Directory.
•
Simply download your local guide and print as many
times as needed.
•
Maps are in A4-size and will easily slip into standard
plastic folder sleeves for water protection.
•
As the maps are regularly updated, you are guaranteed
to find the most up-to-date version online.
•
You can also find a comprehensive legend with map
notes online, to use with the guides.
The Beacon to Beacon Guides are available for commercial
reproduction subject to terms and conditions.
The new products replace Maritime Safety Queensland’s
discontinued charts and hard copy Beacon to Beacon Directory.
Check out the navigation charts at the Australian Hydrographic
Service.
Care should be taken when navigating outside waterways not
marked by navigation aids.
SAILING
THE MBTBC SAILING GROUP
Combined Clubs 2015 Calendar
Date Event Sat 24th Sun 25th Jan Sun 25th Jan Sat 31st Jan Sun 8th Feb Sun 15th Feb Sat 21st Feb Sat 7th March Sun 8th March Sun 15th March Sat 21st Sun 22nd March Surf to City 1st SAGS of year Kingfisher Night Race 3 Summer short‐handed series race 1 Combined Clubs Race 1 Fairway/Pearl Challenge Kingfisher Night Race 4 Combined Clubs Race 2 Summer short‐handed series race 2 Vic Lucas Cup and Traditional Boat Regatta The Hart Cup Brisbane to Gladstone Combined Clubs race 3 Summer short‐handed series race 3 Combined Clubs Sandgate races 4/5 WMSC cup Combined Clubs Triangles races 6/7 Winter Short Handed Series race 1 Combined Clubs Manly weekend races 8/9 Lady Skippers Race Brisbane to Keppel Winter Short Handed Series race 2 Combined Clubs Race 10 Winter short‐handed series race 3 Combined Clubs Karragarra Is weekend races 11/12 St Helena Cup Combined Club Races 13/14 Triangles Beneteau Cup Kingfisher Night Race 1 Sea wind Cat Regatta Kingfisher Night Race 2 Last SAGS race of year * SAGS each Sunday except Easter Sunday and St Helena cup Fri 3rd April Fri 3rd April Sun 12th April Sun 19th April Sat 16th & Sun 17th May Sun 14th June Sun 28th June Sat 11th Sun 12th July Sun 19th July Fri 1st Aug Sun 2nd Aug Sun 23rd Aug Sun 30th Aug Sat 5th Sun 6th Sept Sat 3rd Sun 4th Oct Sun 18th Oct Sat 24th & Sun 25th Oct Sat 31st Oct Sat 31st Oct Sat 28th Nov Sun 13th Dec Club Sign on QCYC WMSC MBBC WMSC MBTBC MBBC WMSC WMSC WMSC WMSC 12:00‐12:30 08:30 08:30 08:30 08:30 Fri 19.00 WMSC/MYC QCYC RQYS WMSC QCYC Thurs 19:00 08:30 08:30 08:30 WMSC WMSC MBTBC 08:30 08.30 08:30 WMSC RQYS WMSC RQYS WMSC Karragarra 08:30 08.30 08:30 08:30 08:30 WMSC RQYS RQYS WMSC WMYC Fri 19:00 08:30 08:30 12:00‐12:30 T R A I L E R B O AT I N G 29
INSHORE FISHING
THE MBTBC INSHORE FISHING GROUP
The Inshore Fishing Group has recently experienced a steady rise in membership
numbers. This is very welcome as the group needs more active small boat
fishermen and women.
If you are a member of the Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club and are interested in a monthly
fishing outing then you are most welcome to join the Group. The IFG has a monthly meeting
at the Club at 7.30 pm on the first Thursday of every month. The Group endeavours to have
one fishing trip every month. The trips are normally within Moreton Bay or from the Club’s
Southern Haven.
We also have annual fishing weekend in the fresh water of Somerset Dam
Unfortunately the fish being presented at the group’s weigh-ins has not matched the increase
in membership numbers. Members keeping telling me of all the big ones they caught during
the week and all the one’s that got away during the Group’s weekend fishing trips.
In April the IFG fished Moreton Bay with 5 boats turning out in good weather.
In May the group travelled to Borumba Dam and Saratoga provided good fishing activity. Very
few Bass were caught. Also in May some members assisted at a working Bee at the Club’s
Southern Haven. Many thanks to those that attended. Some help is much appreciated.
In June the IFG spent the long weekend at the Southern Haven. 6 boats stayed for most the
weekend in very windy conditions. Whilst we fished the surf beach and the estuary, the main
catch was Mud and Sand crabs. Who said the month has to have an “r” in it to catch crabs.
The July trip to Peel Island was cancelled when the weather conditions exceed the group’s
safety limits for two weekends in a row.
In August the IFG spent a very pleasant Sunday fishing Harry Atkinsons and the Rous
Channel. The Groups forward programme for the balance of 2014 is a planned a trip on
December 7th – Brisbane River
For more information on the Inshore Fishing Group please contact the group Captain John
Haynes.
John Haynes
IFG Captain
CASPAR • 0487 944 350
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INSHORE FISHING
Clockwise from top:
• The IFG Captain’s
granddaughter Casey
with a 36 cm Snapper
•
• The IFG at Harries in
August 2014
•
• David Purcell with
Borumba Dam
Sagatoga
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SOCIAL CRUISE
THEY LIVE TO CRUISE AND CRUISE FOR FUN!
We are a group of all ages and backgrounds who share one thing in common, the love
of being out on the water and having fun with likeminded people. It doesn’t matter
what size boat you own, currently boats range from 17 to 43 foot, both power and sail.
Many of us like to add fishing and crabbing to our trips though our emphasis is more
on the social side rather than the catching, though we do get excited when a fish is
caught.
There have been several trips and events which the Social Cruise group took part in during the
year such as:
Little Ship Club – New Year’s Eve (unofficial outing)
All arrived at different times during the day on New Year’s Eve. Crab pots had been set hoping for a bumper catch.
Crystal bought over Deb & Jan’s 2 kayaks as well as their new toys 2 SUPs. We had fun having turns on them during
the afternoon. Unfortunately we were unable to blow up the SUPs to the required PSI so only Deb could comfortably
stand up. Arthur & Darryl were every good on their knees although it took Darryl awhile for his knees to recover.
Shelly and Jan R ventured out on the kayaks. Ilka headed off on a kayak at an Olympic pace and Andreas caught up
to her with a little help from Anthony and his new tender. We all met for Sundowners on Crystal, followed by dinner
at the club, there was band playing so there was some dancing and lots of fun chatting the night away. Celebrated
midnight and ended the night with a night cap on Crystal.
We all got up pretty good in the morning, no bad hangovers. Arthur & Deb went out to check their crab pots and
returned safely. After breakfast we saw Black Solace off and then caught the bus to Point Lookout. First we headed
for Main Beach and we could see the smoke at the south end on the beach. During our walk along the boardwalk
we saw kangaroos, turtles & a few pods of dolphins. We stopped at the ice cream shop for 3 scoops of gelato. After
several more beaches we returned to LSC for a bit more kayaking. Anthony did some fishing from his tender and
caught himself a great flathead. More Sundowners, dinner at club and as we were all tried we went to bed early.
It was windy today so we when went for a walk into Dunwich and watched the car ferries come in, there were a lot
of campers leaving the island due to the fire. We went into the shops and found out there was a blackout. Returning
to LSC we found out the whole island had loss power. The smoke from the fire was blowing towards Dunwich and
could now be seen from LSC. The helicopter with the water bucket had been in use all day and TV helicopters had
been flying pass a few times. We had lunch on Crystal and in the afternoon Arthur & Deb kayaked while Jan G
ferried Jan R & friends in the tender to the wrecks. When we got back to LSC the power was still out and we could
not get into the showers due to the no power and was advised LSC was closing at 6.30 with no meals available for
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dinner. Luckily we always bring too much food and had extended sundowners on Crystal. After the sun set the fire
appeared to draw closer with an eerie red haze in the sky. We had to take the torch to the toilets.
When we awoke the next morning the power had returned due to a couple of large generator trucks. The total was 9
crabs caught. After BBQ breakfast we headed back to Manly via Horseshoe Bay. A great time was had by all.
Southern Haven – Australia Day long weekend Saturday 25 to Monday 27 January 2014
Seas Loiter arrived at Southern Haven on Friday just before lunch to be greeted by John & Jan and Jan & Arthur who
had all arrived on Thursday making a super long weekend. Arthur as usual had set his crab pots Thursday only to
be rewarded with one very large “Muddie” which he shared for Sundowners Friday night followed by a short walk to
Tipplers for a scrumptious dinner.
We had arranged for Saturday to honour Waitangi Day (a few days early than the actual date), the morning saw the
arrival of the rest of the group.
Roast lambs were prepared and cooked on the Weber, with all vegetables wrapped in cabbage leaves (Kiwi tradition)
and aluminium foil then packed in parcels in a second Weber. Sundowners commenced at 4pm and the revelling began.
The stove was given a good work out heating all the food, the place was buzzing with activity.
For Waitangi Day we had many Flags flying displaying the beautiful silver fern. Our artist – Shelly provided face
painting applying gorgeous ferns on arms and faces. At the start of dinner Ann gave a short talk on the History of New
Zealand then Peter had arranged a projector and screen and we watched the Hakka.
Scrumptious Roast Dinner was served and enjoyed by all, followed by traditional Kiwi Pavlova, Lemon Dreams & NZ
Honeycomb! The evening progressed after dinner with the usual toasts and thanking all who helped to make the
evening such a fun event and finished with the traditional “Running of the Kiwi’s” a hysterical finale to a great night!
You had to be there to see it!
Sunday dawned with a few late starters and sore heads but did not detract from our Australia Day celebrations. The
Kiwi flags were removed and replaced with an assortment of Aussie flags and paraphernalia. Ilka & Andre provided a
vast selection of Aussie songs and we listened and sung along with these during the afternoon. Everyone dressed up
either in green & gold or red, white & blue to honour the day.
Our entertainment officer (Peter) was on hand with a Duck Race, everyone had a number and Zeke braved the waters
and dropped the ducks into the sea then proceeded to chase them to shore. Needless to say we soon had a winner
regardless of the tide going out. It was totally hilarious! The duck race was such a hit that following a few changes the
race was run again. With the help of Arthur ‘The Honest’ claiming victory! Lots of laughs!
Duck & spoon races were held adding to the frivolity yet again. A BBQ was planned for the evening meal with shared
salads and desserts including the Aussie Pavlova, Lamingtons and Anzac Biscuits! Cathy gave a short summary of the
History of Australia.
Monday dawned with the inevitable clean up and packing up and a few more headaches.
Lake Somerset Holiday Park camping trip – Friday 14 to Sunday 16 March 2014
Most of us arrived at some time on Friday with the exception of Danny & Marian on Saturday about lunch time. Arthur
& Jan chose a great location near the Block D amenities and close to the boat ramp. Our camp site consisted of a
caravan, campervan, camper trailers, tents sites & 4 Gazebos with a total of 25 campers. Also we had 5 day trippers,
Robin & Christine & kids came for a day trip on Saturday and enjoyed the day out on the water in their boat.
Saturday was spent trying out the Stand Up Paddleboards (SUP) and kayaks. A lot of fun was had and a few did fall
off the SUPs either all by themselves or accidentally with the assistance of a gentle nudge (but not mentioning any
names). Dudley also bought his Sail Boat, in which a few went out for a Sail/Row.
Saturday night theme was “When Ireland meets Malaysia” in honour of Danny & Marian’s last outing with the group.
We had a great selection of Irish & Malaysian meals and once again well done to everyone, the food was fabulous.
Sunday lunch we had the traditional Red Claw BBQ with 4 different favours, total of 162. The team work in preparing,
cooking and eating was amazing.
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The weather was the best we have ever have at Somerset, lovely sunny days with a slight breeze. Great time
was had by all.
Little Ship Club Easter – Good Friday 18 to Easter Monday 21 April 2014
Ann, Paul & Lincoln, Cathy & Peter, Rob and Michelle & Anthony all arrived throughout the day Friday.
Sundowners followed by Peter’s yummy Fish Curry & Di & Rob’s Rice, and Michelle & Anthony’s Cheesecake
meant we all had superb time on board Tango. A fabulous night thanks Ann & Paul.
Saturday we all up for an early start with the Sail Past and Commodore’s at Home Parade. We all met on the
lawns at Little Ship Club then headed to Tango dressed in MBTBC SCG tshirts, Ann & Paul looking well decked
out in black & white. We met the other vessels at Myora Light and joined the flotilla of boats to the Saluting
Vessel “Loani” and back to Little Ship Club. On board Tango we all had our jobs to do as we passed the saluting
vessel, it was great, we looked fantastic and were the only boat that lowered their flags as we went past. It was
a gorgeous day relaxing on the lawns, lunch at Little Ships. Saturday night dinner was provided by Ann’s son
who had been fishing and gave us (2) Dolphin Fish which was BBQ along with salads and more cheesecake.
Sunday breakfast was enjoyed around the BBQ and the Easter Bunny came too.
St Helena Day Trip – Saturday 10 May 2014
After a Friday of most gorgeous weather with sheer blue skies and some 26 degrees we were greeted by clouds
and wind on Saturday morning. We had booked a guided gaol tour with the rangers which was scheduled for
11:00 in the morning. After the tour it was planned to have a BYO picnic.
The group assembled at the picnic area, the agreed meeting point with the ranger. In the meantime dark clouds
and wind reached the island and some raindrops started to fall. Nevertheless, the ranger greeted the group and
after all that delay the tour began. We walked up the path to the ruins and the ranger told us how the prisoners
had lived and worked there. He showed us how the steers reacted to his whistling, they all came running,
expecting to be talked to it seemed. The group was amused by that. Poor beasts - after a short life on that island
paradise facing their last journey to the abattoir... All in all it was a very interesting tour and we would have
enjoyed it much more if only the weather were more favourable.
Just as we returned to the picnic area to get our food from the boats, Michelle and Anthony arrived with their
esky. Ann and Paul had left their goodies at the tables before we went on the tour and came back to no bread
rolls, no cookies, no jam donuts and half eaten butter. The crows obviously had a feast!
We finished our meal, the wind dropped and we went on our obligatory cruise group walk. We went along the
shoreline to the kiln and cemetery, took some photos and returned to our boats. Despite the weather a great day
out. P.S. Next day on Motherʼs Day the sun shone again, no cloud in the sky and the bay was
flat as...
Sanctuary Cove Boat Show – Sunday 25 May 2014
5 couples (Jan, Arthur, Peter, Cathy, Andreas, Ilka, Anthony, Michelle, Tracey and JP) attended the SCIBS. There
was a change of location for the Park ’n’ Ride which departed near Helensvale railway station. It was noted that
the boat show was not as popular as previous shows and the number of exhibitors was significantly reduced.
However attendees still enjoyed what was there. Some minor purchases were done. The group did their usual
lunch at Georges Paragon. Members made several offers on boats “subject to Lotto wins” but this was not
accepted by vendors. A good day was had by all.
Southern Haven October Long Weekend 2014
On Saturday morning most of the SCG arrived at Southern Haven. Rob and Di had already spent the night there
and Bruce and John had left Manly in the small hours of Saturday morning and picked up Jenny and Christine
from Rudy Maas later in the morning. Cathy and Peter started from Horizon Shores as well as Michelle and
Anthony, albeit later due to some family issues. Ilka and Andreas launched at Vicky Point.
Its been a pleasant passage for the boats and everyone seemed relaxed when they arrived. But Tipplers Passage
was packed. It wasn’t easy to find a vacant spot along the shore to tie the boats to. Some of us were sitting
down at the water when we saw Tango passing by and disappearing in the distance; Ann giving us a wave.
Minutes later they came back, disappeared and came back and disappeared again. Somewhere closer to Tipplers’
kiosk than to our club house they found a place to anchor.
Three other families were present at the Haven as well and had to bear with us. One couple - Donna and David might join our group. They have a yacht very similar to Danny’s and Marian’s Sandemar.
The afternoon was spent chatting and exchanging news, drinking the one or other beer and taking eskies and
all other stuff from the boats to the kitchen and settling down. Some little maintenance works, such as fixing the
gasmeter by Rob were carried out and the new colour scheme of the tables and seats was admired. The fire was
started and the BBQ prepared and very soon after we all could smell the delicious aromas of slow cooking ribs
on the BBQ.
Sundowners was down at the water, relaxing, drinking and snacking Christine’s sausage rolls, watching the
sunset and the many boats on the water.
Later everyone got ready for the Wild West Dinner. We soon found out that we had three of the most infamous
men amongst us: Pete Crazy Eyes , Andreas Moonshine Kid and Paul the Perv. They all turned to be out quite
harmless despite their frightening images on the WANTED posters. The three indians of the group had to show
one of their popular dances to prove they’re real indians.
The shared dinner was a success, as always. The delicious ribs were accompanied by Beef Nachos, Chili con
Carne and oven potatoes; followed by apple crumble, Pavlova and Wagon Wheels. We had to wheel ourselves to
the campfire, we were that full. Michelle then started to hand out Baileys and other sweet alcoholic shots; and
familiar tunes of Country and Western music and soundtracks of Westerns played until late.
There are always little events happening within the group: Activities unrelated to boating but nevertheless fun,
awards presented and stories told.
If you have a boat and enjoy great company and fun, this may be the group for you. We meet every second
Sunday of the month at 4.30pm at MBTBC to discuss previous and future activities.
Cheers...Peter Harman, Social Cruise Captain 0409 119 009
COASTGUARD
MARINE ASSIST
Marine Assist, Coast Guard’s Towing Service now operates State-wide.
Manly’s Coast Guard Flotilla has linked its Marine Assist program to every Coast Guard flotilla
in Queensland.
Boaties who join the local Coast Guard’s Marine Assist program will now receive a new
membership card entitling them to 24-hour help at sea from any Coast Guard base in the
state, at no cost.
This applies throughout the year, regardless of how often you break down.
Brisbane Coast Guard Commander Steve Fleming said Marine Assist worked like the RACQ
afloat. “When you join Coast Guard’s Marine Assist program”, he said, “you are covered
throughout the year, no matter how often you break down.
Commander Fleming said many towing services on Moreton Bay offer you only one free
tow per year, when you join them; and after that you have to pay a reduced fee for each
subsequent tow home. But Coast Guard’s Marine Assist program offers you free assistance
throughout your membership year, regardless of how often you call us for help. It’s the best
deal in the Bay, and smart boaties shouldn’t leave shore without joining,” he said.
Commander Fleming said the annual Marine Assist membership fee is just $70.
“Considering a single breakdown close to shore could easily cost over $200 in towing fees,
and may exceed $1,000 if the vessel is a long distance from its home port, joining Marine
Assist makes sense.”
Commander Fleming and Coast Guard skipper Graeme Thompson designed the new Marine
Assist membership cards, which are individually numbered. “A boatie just has to quote the
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card number when calling us for assistance, and we’ll immediately send a boat to aid them 24/7,”
Commander Fleming said.
Boaties can join Marine Assist by calling into Coast Guard’s Manly base (on Trafalgar Street) any
weekend, and filling out a membership application form in person, or by phoning Coast Guard’s
radio room any weekend on (07) 33965911 with your credit card handy, or by emailing Coast
Guard’s Administration Officer on [email protected] and asking him to email you a
Marine Assist application form.
“This is a unique and important addition to boating safety in Queensland,” Commander Fleming
said, “I encourage all boaties who haven’t yet joined Marine Assist to do so as soon as possible.
Once they join Marine Assist, we’ll look after them for free, if they strike problems at sea.”
• CG-21 on its way to assist a breakdown in
the Bay
• Coast Guard crewman Colin Honey helps
secure a tow line to a breakdown
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MBTBC WEDDING EXPO
PLANNING YOUR BIG DAY WITH MBTBC
We held our inaugural Wedding Expo in the Function Centre on September 21st and were
joined by several Wedding Service Providers (see right for details).
Aimed at showcasing our wedding venue the day was a big success and much fun was had
from cake sampling to photo booth madness and releasing a flock of doves!
If you would like to book our beautiful venue in 2015 please contact Functions Manager
Helen Ponsi on on 3396 8161 or email [email protected].
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MBTBC WEDDING EXPO
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO JOINED US.
Black Jacket Suiting • [email protected] • 0432 282 708
Ferrari Formal & Bridal • [email protected] • 0407 192 552
Cakes & Flowers for Special Occasions • [email protected] • 0407 338 155
Cats Creative Cakes • [email protected] • 0499 597 965
Music4YouBrisbane • [email protected] • 0407 311 910
Elite Studio • [email protected] • 0402 120 502
Julienstarphotography • [email protected] • 3901 1150
Arbonne - Beauty • [email protected] • 0412 734 937
A.K.D Entertainment + Photo Booth • [email protected] • 0407 522 670
Redki -Wearable Art • [email protected] • 0407 214 692
Flowers Designed by Shelley • [email protected] • 0429 425 606
Silky Blooms • [email protected] • 0404 189 296
Intimo • [email protected] • 0404 033 907
Kelly Beans Bomboniere • [email protected] • 0417 443 032
Authorized Celebrant • [email protected] • 0433 528 246
Authorized Celebrant • [email protected] • 0403 164 279
Wedding Decoration Warehouse • [email protected] • 0488 400 682
Ultimate Hair & Makeup • [email protected] • 0401 397 002
Doves From Above • [email protected] • 0488 769 100
South East Brisbane Events - Invitations • [email protected] • 0447 495 970
Atlantis Statesman Executive Cars • [email protected] • 0432 555 222
Art Studio Photography Photography - A Hidden Treasure • [email protected] • 0433 468 803
Yachtshare • www.yachtshare.com.au • [email protected]
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MBTBC WEDDING EXPO
PLANNING YOUR BIG DAY WITH MBTBC
Once in a
while,
right in
the middle
of an
ordinary
life,
love gives
us a fairy
tale.
T R A I L E R B O AT I N G S P E C I A L O F F E R
SAVE ON YOUR SPECIAL DAY WITH MBTBC
Book a Reception at Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club
for 2015 and receive a complimentary wedding
ceremony on our private lawn area with Manly
Harbour and our Marina as your backdrop.
HARBOURSIDE CEREMONY INCLUDES:
• Private lawn with magnificent harbour backdrop
Immaculately manicured garden area with wet
weather alternative
• White Bali flags to surround your ceremony
Ceremony chairs for your guests
• Gorgeous skirted registry table
• Private pontoon available for arrival and
departure by boat
• Perfect photo locations
• And of course - the red carpet!
VALUED AT $250 •
MUST BOOK BY JANUARY 31ST, 2015
Please contact Helen Ponsi on 3396 8161 or
email [email protected]
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WIN A TRAILER FULL OF GOODIES
worth over $1600
Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club 2015 Prize Draw
supporting Camp Quality
Prizes will be drawn at the Tinnie & Tackle Show, Sunday 8th March 2015
TICKETS $5 - AVAILABLE TO BUY AT THE CLUBHOUSE
1st Prize: Aspinall 6 x 4 Box Trailer filled with goodies
2nd Prize: Annual Full Membership of MBTBC ($587.50 value)
Draw will take place at the MBTBC Clubhouse, 34 Fairlead Crescent,
Manly. Full terms & conditions available on www.mbtbc.com.
For more information please call 3396 8161
SUPPORT CAMP QUALITY
FINAL WORD
THE ALISON PAY VOLUNTEER AWARD
This year, The Alison
Pay Volunteer Award was
presented to Terry Coe for
his outstanding volunteer
services in 2013/14 both
at the Club house and
Southern Haven.
Terry accepted the award
and was honoured to
receive it as he knew
Alison personally and the
value of the work that she
had put into the Club.
Competition winners from Trailer Boating 2013-14:
Spot the Difference: Rosanna Tosco • Wordsearch: Neil Charles Steeden
We hope you enjoyed your prizes. Thanks again to Bungalow Living and
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MBTBC logo missing from stage
Blue top of jumping castle missing
One of Spongebob’s teeth is missing on jumping castle
Character disappears from boy’s hat
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T R A I L E R B O AT I N G
MBTBC MEMBERSHIP
HOW TO BECOME A MEMBER OF MORETON BAY TRAILER BOAT CLUB
FULL MEMBER: A Full
Member enjoys all the
benefits of MBTBC’s facilities.
Full Members are entitled to
attend and vote at the Club’s
General Meetings and hold
office on the Management
Committee. Our Clubhouse
at Manly offers Full Members
a five lane boat ramp for
launching, three floating
pontoons and secure parking
for their car and trailer. For
the convenience of these
Members there is also an ice
facility and wash down bay.
This all offers 24 hour access,
every day of the year.
Full Members are welcome
to utilise the Club’s facility
Southern Haven, located on South Stradbroke Island. We offer our Full Members discounts on fuel and Shiplift as well
as 10% off meals and a free meal and bottle of wine in the month of your birthday. Full Members are posted the biannual Club Magazine.
CADET MEMBERSHIP: This Membership is for Juniors who wish to become full Members on turning 18. Cadets
who have enrolled as such for two years prior to attaining the age of 18, upon election to Full Membership, shall not
be liable for the payment of any joining fee. Cadets are not permitted to vote, sign in
Members and access the bar and gaming lounge. However, they can use the Clubhouse
for social events.
COUNTRY CREW: Country Crew Membership is available to Full Members whose place
of residence is moved outside a 200km radius from Brisbane (at the discretion of the
Management Committee). These Members retain their rights to Full Membership on their
return to Brisbane; however have the same rights as Shipmate Members while classified
as Country Crew. You must have held Full Membership to transfer to this Membership
class.
RETIRED MEMBER: Members aged 65 years or over, who have permanently retired
from their occupation and who have held Membership for 10 consecutive years or more,
may apply to the Committee for Retired Membership. This will offer these Members a
reduced rate, whilst retaining all the privileges of Full Membership, including the right to
vote.
SHIPMATE MEMBER: A person who wishes to use Clubhouse social facilities only;
to have access to the gaming machines, restaurant, bar and lounge along with
entertainment. As a MBTBC Social Member during the month of your birthday you can
receive one free drink (house beer, house wine or soft drink) and a gaming voucher.
You can also enter our monthly Birthday Draw with a chance to win a $20 Club Voucher
(drawn on the last day of each month). Please note Membership must be current and
you must have a valid mobile phone number registered with us to receive your Birthday
SMS. When you receive the SMS show it to staff during your birthday month and they
will present you with the vouchers. Only valid once.
All Members (apart from Cadet Members) must be 18 years of age and
over. Acceptance of all Membership applications is at the discretion of the
Management Committee. For more information or to apply to become a
Member please contact the Club office on 07 3396 8161 or email
[email protected].
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B O AT S A N D P I E C E S
ANTIFOULING
Andrew Woodforth Marina
Andrew Woodforth
0409 479 204
Luke’s Mobile Propspeed
Luke Steele
3245 3712
Piranha Marine
Ben Pluck
0417 898 330
Neil Steeden
3396 4806
0414 879 118
Arnold’s Fibreglass Repairs
Arnold Kurtz
3890 1768
0438 002 482
Bayside Boat Repairs
Graeme Plint
3348 4055
0417 601 004
C & C Shipwrights
Craig & Cass
0419 771 338
GRP Marine
Carl Carinus
0447 942 359
Millkraft Boatyard
Peter Hardisty
Norman Wright & Sons
David Fussell
0408 692 124
BATTERIES
J&J Batteries
BOAT REPAIRS/
SHIPWRIGHTS
0418 155 921
0421 702 344
0408 431 558
BROKERS
MBTBC MARINA GEORGE DAVIE 1300 889 509 0418 731 753
[email protected]
BERTH SALES
Australia Wide Boat Sales
Euan McDonald
3348 3177
0412 659 315
Farine Boat Sales
Anita Farine
3204 2785
0423 974 474
John Crawford Marine
Matthew Hodson
3890 2322
Manly Harbour Yacht Brokers
Rob Elwell
3893 1855
0418 130 215
Marine Auctions
Adrian Seiffezt
3268 3614
0418 783 358
Oceana Yacht Brokers
Mike Davidson
3396 4400
0418 741 581
Peter Hansen Yacht Brokers
Robbie Somers
3821 4144
0419 696 341
Yachtdomain.com
David Flynn
0423 700 782
Bayside Crane Hire
Wayne Burgess
0418 788 356
Cleveland Crane Hire
Peter Gill
0419 006 070
Raymar Crane Hire
Jim Long
3200 9900
David Nichol
0421 802 691
Adam Dodson
0419 793 654
ADL Marine Electrics
Adam Long
0419 653 657
Bryant Marine Electrician
Michael Bryant
3396 6753
0412 205 472
Central Yacht Sales
Matthew Holliday
3893 2538
0408 005 309
Electech
Daine Mulkearns
3286 7128
0422 399 833
New World Auto Electrics
Chris Bool
0401 699 880
Trymax Marine
Jim Carlson
3245 3633
Universal Marine Electronic
Service
Dean Baker
3824 7762
0403 372 086
WML Marine Electrical Services
Wayne Love
3286 1041
0419 131 867
Roger Prescott
3287 2741
1300 134 114
CRANE HIRE
DETAILILNG
Precision Detailing
DIVING
Adam Dodson Diving Services
ELECTRICAL & MARINE
ELECTRONICS
GAS FITTING & PLUMBING
Gascare Australia
46 T R A I L E R B O AT I N G
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
HATCHES/ MARINE
WINDOWS
Sailfish Marine Windows &
Hatches P/L
Paul Preston
0409 530 097
INSURANCE
Nautilus Marine Insurance
Damian Pugh
3396 2344
0433 990 720
David Baddiley
3899 0011
3395 6921
MARINE ENGINEERING
Lex Baddiley Marine
Engineering
DAMET
3277 3111
Rogers & Lough
Alan Lough
3399 3433
Seadog Marine
Arthur
0422 244 214
Speed Propulsion
David O’Shea
0421 548 614
MARINE SUPPLIES &
OUTBOARD REPAIRS
Manly Harbour Marine
Lee Kenyon
3893 2199
JD Marine
Josh Domalewski
0447 835 057
John Crawford Marine
Eric Jones
3890 2322
Muir Marine
Wondall Road Marine
3396 9988
Open 7 days
Jason or Brian
3396 5633
Clyde Wilson Marine
Clyde Wilson
0403 334 178
Manly Harbour Marine
Lee Kenyon
3893 2199
Marine Diesel
Steven Shale
3390 3633
0401 162 677
Marine Power
Aidan Clark
3890 1300
0414 552 200
Moore Marine
Bruce Moore
3286 7233
3286 3321
Wondall Road Marine
Brian or Jason
3396 5633
Freezetec Marine Refrigeration
& Airconditioning
Robyn Parker
3286 3522
0411 729 488
Marine Refrigeration Services
Brian Kirkby
3396 9546
0412 784 622
Allyacht Spars
Noeleen Berg
3893 2233
Lambourne Yacht Rigging
David Lambourne
3348 4444
0418 875 386
Rope Solutions
Andrew Young
3207 3833
0439 734 394
SK Yacht Rigging
Scott Keogh
0414 588 980
North Sails
Vaughan Prentice
3396 5822
Ultimate Sails
Andrew Taylor
3348 7245
0409 057 689
Peter Devine
3823 1100
0408 154 284
Chris Carrington
Chris Carrington
5472 7600
0417 628 098
Don Holland Marine Surveyor
Don Holland
0427 027 240
Marine Matters
Russ Behan
3890 2105
Maritime Solutions
Peter Pope
0407 736 331
David’s Custom Trimmers
David Elliot
3396 4328
G & S Marine Trimmers
Gary Rushton
3396 1650
Rowland Street Trimmers
Neville Allen
3208 9511
MECHANICAL
REFRIGERATION
RIGGING
SAILS
STAINLESS STEEL &
ALUMINIUM
Devine Stainless Steel
SURVEYORS
0418 735 648
UPHOLSTERY/TRIMMING
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