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Williamstown Maritime Precinct Framework - 2 Feb 2021

The Williamstown Maritime Precinct Framework is being developed for the area and will affect our Club, which is part of this precinct. The draft of the framework has been prepared by Freight Victoria along with the consultants GHD after consultation with the key stakeholders and the

WSC COVID Restrictions Eased 28 Jan 2021

The Committee of Management has been considering the community easing of restrictions since we published our COVIDSafe Plan on 9th December. Australian Sailing had released COVID updates on 17th December and our VIC Government released its latest updates on 17th January. We are pleased to advise a revised WSC COVIDSafe Plan and prudent easing of the following restrictions around the Club.

WSC New Year’s Eve 2020

In order to provide a safe and comfortable environment for all members who wish to enjoy the Club rooms on the night, whilst also ensuring compliance with our liquor licensing requirements can you please abide by the following...

policies revision

During the shutdown the Club reviewed its policies relating to our Good Sports Accreditation and have now approved and published the Policies. This suite of Policies support our Accreditation and help us to manage alcohol responsibly, ensuring a family-friendly culture.

WSC Covidsafe Plan

The Club has developed a COVIDSafe Plan to identify and minimise the risk of the spread of Coronavirus COVID-19, in consultation with Australian Sailing and Victorian Government guidelines.

WSC Announcement Club Reopening 12 Dec

After a long winter of tough COVID-19 restrictions including closure of the Club, we received good news this week from Australian Sailing, following the COVID-19 announcement by the Victorian Government on Sunday 22nd November. The Club will be reopened with an “Opening Day” for all classes on 12th December 2020.

29 Sept 20 COVID Update

Further to the Victorian Government’s announcement on Sunday regarding Step 2, Australian Sailing has issued details regarding updates to sailing, and summarised the restrictions that still remain in place.

Covid 19 Update 12 September

Since the announcement last Sunday by the Victorian Government, we have received the following information from Sailing Australia who have had clarification on a vessel owner’s ability to travel outside their 5km radius to check on their vessel.

Annual General Meeting 2019-2020

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of the Club will be held via online webinar at 2pm Sunday 20 September 2020.

Covid 19 Update 4 August

Stage 4 restrictions - With Victoria entering a State of Disaster from 6pm on Sunday 2nd August, I wish to notify you of the advice from Australian Sailing and Better Boating Victoria as it applies to our Club.

Membership Survey

Last month we asked all members to complete a short 17 question online membership survey that closed on 9th August and are pleased to say we had a fantastic and enthusiastic response, with over 70 members taking part.

New Committee of Management

Following the close of nominations on 20th June, The Secretary is pleased to report that a new Committee of Management has been nominated unopposed for the 2020-21 season.

Covid 19 Update 11 July

The following is an update on the latest COVID-19 Stay at Home Restrictions and how it affects our Club and the activities we may wish to enjoy.

Membership Fees for 2020 - 2021

On Wednesday 13th May a meeting was held in accordance with the Club’s Rules. The Committee of Management recommended to not increase membership fees for the upcoming Financial year and this was approved.

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