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Patience is a virtue
There were dolphins and seals and little wind at the start but eventually Mr Wind came to visit and allowed the Winter Series race to commence. Great job by the race management team!
Published 21:53 on 3 Jul 2022
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Slow and steady as she goes
Guess the wind direction was the order of the day. However, the wind did allow the 26 strong fleet to fly plenty of extras and glide around the course in style - albeit slowly - bit different to the previous race!
Published 09:05 on 21 Jun 2022
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A right royal quiz!
Bunting and flags adorned the clubhouse for the platinum jubilee quiz night plus some more regal attire accompanied by a traditional British roast of beef and Yorkshire pudding.
Published 08:59 on 21 Jun 2022
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Celebrating participation & success!!
Our annual Summer Prizegiving dinner (and dance) was celebrated in style! A huge thanks goes out to our amazing and loyal sponsors for supporting us through these challenging times.
Published 07:53 on 29 May 2022
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Winter Series kicks off with squalls
Plenty of stories were shared after the first race in the combined winter series fleet from both GHYC and Weiti Boating Club. And welcome to our new sponsors for this series: Neptune's Gear and Liquid Laundromats - great to have your local support
Published 04:28 on 23 May 2022
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Optimists Development Camp at GHYC
The NZIODA Development Camp took place at Gulf Harbour over this past weekend with 25 sailors and parents staying together with their coaches for three great days of sailing in preparation for international regattas overseas for the first time since 2019.
Published 04:10 on 23 May 2022
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Boat Bits and Car Boot Sale
Thanks to all the people who participated in one way or another to make such a success of the Boat Bits & Car Boot sale. The wonderful weather, great bargains and tasty treats made everyone smile, and the fundraiser for Starship Foundation oncology Ward 27 raised enough to purchase some much needed furniture to make Life more comfortable for the young patients and their families
Published 02:35 on 10 May 2022
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Barfoot and Thompson Race - Final Race
A fleet of 8 boats set sail for the final race of the Barfoot & Thompson two-handed series, run in conjunction with Weiti Boating Club. RO John Bruce set Course 23, a 20+nm route taking them round McKenzie Buoy. The challenging and blustery conditions saw the longer waterline boats lead the fleet, the sea state making for some uncomfortable sailing in smaller boats. Line Honours: Satisfaction 2. Results: 1 st Satisfaction 2, 2 nd
Published 22:11 on 26 Apr 2022
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Photo Competition
The latest photo competition produced some amazing pictures of 'BIRDS', with members voting 'My Silvereye' the winner. The next subject is 'WATER'
Published 22:03 on 26 Apr 2022
