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We're excited to announce that the first stage of our long-awaited pontoon upgrades is scheduled for Wed 22 - Fri 24 July.

The first stage is to perform maintenance to the existing pontoon by replacing the walers and fenders , before we add the new composite component.

To allow contractors safe access to complete the initial works, the pontoon will be unavailable during this period. Preparations for the upgrade will begin beforehand, and members may notice some temporary changes around the area.

During the works, vessels will be able to raft up in the designated waiting area along the retaining wall.

These upgrades are an important investment in our facilities, and we're excited to see the improvements completed. We thank all members for their patience and understanding while the work is carried out and look forward to delivering a better experience for everyone on the water.

The wait is over. The new official WMYC Gill merchandise range has arrived and is now available for purchase!

Featuring our new WMYC logo, this premium-quality range combines the renowned performance and comfort of Gill apparel with stylish club branding. Whether you're on the water, at the club, or out and about, there's something for everyone.

Available now:

Tote Bag – $10

Cap – $25

Tee Shirt - $25

Short Sleeve Polo – $55

Grey Long Sleeve Shirt – $60

Full Zip Fleece – $90

This is a fantastic opportunity to update your sailing wardrobe and show your support for WMYC with quality gear at affordable prices.

Available for purchase from the Bar and the Office. Be sure to get in early and secure your favourite items!

As we prepare for the 2026 St Helena Cup, we're looking for local businesses and community supporters to come on board as sponsors.

The St Helena Cup is much more than a yacht race. It's a long-standing Bayside tradition that attracts hundreds of sailors, thousands of spectators, and extensive social media and community attention. Sponsorship offers a great opportunity to showcase your business while supporting one of our region's most iconic events.

Sponsorship packages are available from $1,000, with opportunities for logo placement, social media promotion, event presence, and much more. We also welcome Crew Sponsors who can contribute goods, services, or vouchers.

If you own a business, or know someone who does, we'd love to hear from you. Contact us at clubmanager@wmyc.com.au for sponsorship information.

Explore how your brand can make an impact and help us make the 2026 St Helena Cup our biggest event yet. 

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Members are invited to attend the Wynnum Manly Yacht Club Annual General Meeting on Thursday 27 August 2026 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.

The AGM is an important opportunity to reflect on the past year, hear updates from across the Club and help shape WMYC's future. Members will receive reports from the Commodore, Vice Commodore, Rear Commodore, Secretary, Treasurer, Auditor and Club divisions, including Cruising, Sailing, Dragon Boats and the Marina Company.

The meeting will also include the presentation of Club Member of the Year and Club Life Membership awards, recognising outstanding contributions to our Club community.

A key part of the evening will be the election of the 2026/2027 Management Committee, Sub-Committee Members and Conduct Committee, providing members with the opportunity to participate in the governance and continued success of WMYC.

We encourage all financial members to attend, stay informed and have their voice heard. Please note that a quorum of 25 financial Full Members is required for the meeting to proceed.

We look forward to welcoming members as we celebrate another successful year and look ahead to an exciting future for WMYC.

 

Members are invited to attend a Special General Meeting (SGM) on Thursday 27 August 2026 at 6:30pm, prior to the Annual General Meeting, to consider several important resolutions relating to the future of sailing within our Club.

The purpose of the meeting is to consider a proposed transfer of the assets and liabilities of Wynnum Manly Sailing Club Inc to Wynnum Manly Yacht Club Inc, bringing sailing activities under a single Club structure.

 

 

Members will be asked to vote on a series of special resolutions covering:

 

The acceptance of the transfer of assets and liabilities from Wynnum Manly Sailing Club Inc.

The assumption of associated obligations and responsibilities by WMYC.

The admission of eligible Wynnum Manly Sailing Club Inc members into WMYC.

Proposed constitutional amendments to reflect the inclusion of sailing activities and changes to Club governance.

Authorisation for the Management Committee to finalise and execute the necessary agreements and transfer documents.

 

As these are Special Resolutions, each motion requires a 75% majority of members present and entitled to vote to be carried.

This meeting represents an important milestone in the ongoing development of sailing at WMYC, and we encourage all eligible members to attend and participate in the decision-making process.

We're still looking for a few handy volunteers to help give the tables at The Captain's Parrot Café a fresh new look.

The project involves sanding and refinishing the café tables, helping to keep our venue looking its best for members and guests. Whether you can spare a few hours or help across a few sessions, your assistance would be greatly appreciated.

Volunteering is a great way to contribute to the Club, meet fellow members and help maintain one of WMYC's most popular spaces.

If you're interested in lending a hand, please contact the office by email at office@wmyc.com.au.

 

We have a Brother MFC-L3750CDW colour laser multifunction printer available for a new home.

Included:

1 × full black toner cartridge

Black, cyan and magenta toners approximately 50% full

Yellow toner empty

Rather than see it go to waste, we're offering it to members for a donation of your choice. All proceeds will support our organisation and help us continue providing services to members.

If you're interested, please contact the office as soon as possible. The printer will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Curious about what’s on at Wynnum Manly Yacht Club? Click the event to learn more or explore our Events Calendar for all the details on upcoming social and sailing events and activities.

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Most Sunday afternoons, we hit the water as part of the SAGS series, a relaxed, friendly pursuit-style racing program enjoyed year-round. Beyond Sundays, WMSC also hosts a variety of race series and regattas across the season, with sailors of all experience levels always welcome to join the action.
 
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The Manly Combined Clubs Race 8 is scheduled for Sunday 19 July, with the race briefing to be held at the Trailer Boat Club. After racing, competitors, crew and supporters are invited to the WMYC Clubhouse from 4:00pm for the race presentations and a free sausage sizzle.

 

Weather Warning

With severe weather currently forecast for the weekend, the MCC Committee is closely monitoring conditions and assessing whether it is safe to proceed. Any decision will be made with the safety of competitors and the wide variety of participating vessels as the highest priority. To give sailors, volunteers and support crews reasonable notice, a final decision on whether Race 8 will proceed will be made on Friday evening, 17 July.

 

SAGS

If you’re competing in the SAGS series, don’t miss out, average points will be allocated for this race, making it an important fixture in your season.

A similar weather review process will apply to the SAGS fleet, so all skippers and crew are encouraged to keep a close eye on the Bureau of Meteorology forecasts, which are released every 6 hous. Should racing be cancelled, notification will be distributed via SailSys and club channels on Sunday morning at 9am.

See you at the clubhouse after the race for a sausage sizzle, weather permitting

What a fantastic first SAGS season for 2026! Over months of Sunday racing, we've enjoyed great sailing, close competition, and plenty of laughs both on and off the water.

A huge congratulations to our Season 1 winners:

Division 1

🥇 Haida (PC33) – Skipper Michael Hobbs
🥈 Troubadour (R317) – Skipper Joanne Kurtzman
🥉 Dog House (22) – Skipper Bruce Hume

Division 2

🥇 Home (Y2K) – Skipper Tom Hadfield
🥈 Safona (WM785) – Skipper Stuart Stubbs
🥉 Gecko (WM882) – Skipper Clyde Riches

Congratulations to all podium finishers on a well-earned result after a season of consistent sailing and friendly rivalry.

Most importantly, thank you to every skipper, crew member, volunteer and supporter who took part throughout the season. SAGS continues to be much more than a racing series—it's the camaraderie, encouragement, sportsmanship and welcoming atmosphere that make Sunday afternoons on the bay so special.

Whether you were battling for a podium place, joining us for your first race, volunteering behind the scenes, or simply enjoying a day on the water, you helped make this season a success.

Here's to another great season ahead. We look forward to seeing everyone back on the start line for Season 2!

We're encouraging a few members, volunteers, officials and coaches to consider becoming a Member Protection Information Officer (MPIO).

MPIOs play an important role in helping create a safe, fair and inclusive sporting environment by providing information about rights, responsibilities and options available to members who may have concerns or complaints. They are impartial and do not investigate or mediate complaints.

The free MPIO training is completed in two parts:

Part 1: Self-paced online course (Access here)

Part 2: Attend one online workshop session

20 July 2026 | 7:30pm to 9:30pm (Register)

4 August 2026 | 7:30pm to 9:30pm (Register)

This is a valuable opportunity to support our club and the wider sailing community while helping ensure everyone can enjoy the sport in a respectful and welcoming environment.

Interested? Follow the links in the training announcement to complete the online course and register for a workshop.

Make the most of your weekend with Wynnum Manly Yacht Club Marina’s limited-time offer. Slip your boat from Friday lunchtime, launch Monday morning, and enjoy 30% off slipping rates, available to both standard and member bookings.

Whether it’s cleaning, antifouling, or maintenance, get more time out of the water at a great price.

Book now – call the WMYC Marina on 3396 4639 for details.

Ever watched a dragon boat and thought, "That looks like fun!"? Now's your chance to give it a go!

 Manly Dragon Boat Club (MDBC) is kicking off its next recruitment program on Saturday 16 August, and it’s the perfect opportunity to get involved.

Dragon boating is a fun and social way to stay active, meet great people, and enjoy the stunning Bayside environment—no experience needed.

MDBC’s Dragon Pass program is a 4-week introduction designed especially for beginners. All equipment provided (lifejackets and paddles). Come along and learn the basics in a supportive, welcoming team environment.

Sessions run from the first Saturday of each month, making it easy to get started.

Register your interest today:
MDBCMembers@gmail.com

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