Club News
Liesl Tesch likely to become MP for Gosford
Leisl Tesch has been pre-selected for the Labor candidate for Gosford in the upcoming by-election . Leisl , a high school teacher and Paralympic silver and gold medallist says . “ I can make a difference .” Leisl ’ s efforts have already made big differences in the world from her invovlement in the Club ’ s Integrated disAbled Sailing Program to her work with Sport Matters , an international organisation to help those living with disabilities through the universal language of sport . If elected , Liesl will be Australia ’ s first-ever MP in a wheelchair . Photo : ABC News
Call for Volunteers
If spending a free afternoon or an early summer evening on Pittwater , in good company , performing a highly valued club service sounds good to you , our sailing office would love to hear from you . Maybe you are between boats , happy to support your partner racing , new to the sport and / or simply interested in learning how yacht racing or centreboard racing is conducted . Any level of experience is welcomed , whether a beginner to an International Race Officer , you must be a Club Member and have a willingness to be part of a team and provide superb on-water management of races . Various roles are required on a weekly basis including ;
• Race Officer ( in addition to regular Australian Sailing Race Officers courses held throughout the year the RPAYC also has its own accreditation and training program )
• Scribes
• Flag operators
• Committee Vessel Boat Driver - Alfred ’ s I and Alfred ’ s II
• Mark Layer / Rescue boat - Club ribs You might ask your crew if they know of anyone that might be interested in going out on the committee or mark boat , they themselves may like to , learning the ropes and enjoying wonderful Pittwater . The club holds races Tuesday , Wednesdays , Thursdays , Saturday & Sundays . If you know someone interested in volunteering , please contact the Sailing Office on 02 9998 3700 or register online :
http :// www . rpayc . com . au / volunteering
David Booth Memorial Golf Day Friday March 10th
Members are invited to join in the LJ Hooker Golf Day in celebration of David ’ s love of life and golf . When : Friday 10 March - Shotgun start at 8:00am Where : Asquith Golf Club , Lord St Mount Colah Cost : $ 70 per player includes 18 holes , lunch & beverages , prizes and a goodie bag . The Club is also pleased to sponsor two holes in this event with
proceeds going to the Steve Waugh Foundation .
RPAYC on the Front Foot in Food Recycling
The Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club ( RPAYC ) used a Bin Trim rebate from the NSW Environment Protection Authority ( EPA ) to purchase a worm farm that will divert 5.25 tonnes of food waste from landfill each year . As a 5 Gold Anchor marina committed to continually improving its service , and with effective plastic and glass recycling already in place , the club was keen to identify other waste management areas that could be improved . As the RPAYC was considering options for broader recycling measures , a Bin Trim assessor visited the club and suggested participating in the NSW EPA ’ s Bin Trim program . Through the program , eligible businesses that employ between one and 199 employees can access a free waste assessment and a financial rebate from $ 1000 to $ 50,000 to help with the cost of purchasing recycling equipment . The Bin Trim assessor helped the club complete a step-by-step assessment to clarify its waste collection , separation and management process in order to identify any gaps . Food waste was identified as an area where substantial improvements could be made ; it was estimated that between 600 and 1000 litres of food waste from the club ’ s restaurant was being sent to landfill each week . The assessor assisted the club in applying for a Bin Trim rebate to help with the cost of purchasing a commercial-scale worm farm to manage kitchen waste . The application was successful , with the club awarded a $ 1285 rebate . Approximately 90 % of the club ’ s kitchen waste is now recycled through the new worm farm and then re-used on the extensive club gardens as a fertiliser . The gardener collects the castings from the worm farm once a week to disperse across the club ’ s 17 hectares of land , delivering positive results for the club and the gardens . Club management has also found that the Bin Trim program delivered substantial results through applying small changes . This has led to greater staff interest and engagement in recycling , both at work and at home . “ The Bin Trim program has definitely increased awareness about recycling amongst staff and motivated us all to take action individually ,” said RPAYC Head Chef Steve Proctor . “ In a sense the recycling improvements here at the club are rubbing off , and we ’ re taking those changes home as well .” In 12 months the club will review its waste bin sizes , potentially leading to a reduction in waste collection costs .