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Club is now Open for Members

Congratulations to everyone, Victoria has reached the 80% double vaccination level for people 16+, so we are very pleased to announce the Club opened for members and visitors on Saturday, 30th October.

70% Target reached- What that means for WSC Members

We are nearly there - 70% of the community over 16 years of age are now double dosed and we are likely to hit the 80% target by the 31st October. Congratulations to all of you who have got yourself vaccinated to help your family, friends and community start to look towards a brighter future.

Covid Announcement 17 Sept 2021

It is great that Victoria has now reached 70% of our first dose vaccination target. The Victorian Government has announced some new freedoms that take effect from midnight Friday 17th.

WSC Update and Kayaks, OTB Access

This current lockdown is a trying time for most of us, especially with many exposure sites scattered across Melbourne, and particularly here in the west where many members live. I do hope everyone is keeping safe and well and I know you will be doing the right thing to look after family, friends and your communities in this challenging time.

5 Aug 2021 WSC Impact from Seven Day Lockdown.

s you are aware, the Victorian Government has imposed a snap Lockdown from 11.59pm Thursday 5th August for 7 days. The intent of this lock down is to restrict unnecessary movement to prevent the spread of the virus. Further information

Announcement – Club Covid-19 Easing 27 July 2021

Following the Victorian Government announcement today, a range of restrictions will ease across Victoria tonight at 11.59pm, with travel now unrestricted within Victoria. We are pleased to inform you that the Club is allowed to be reopened to all members based on the restrictions below.

20 July 2021 WSC Important COVID-19 Announcement.

The Victorian Lockdown has been extended until the 27th of July at 11.59 pm. At this stage, the restrictions remain the same. Further information can be found at https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-covidsafe-settings

15 July 2021 WSC Important COVID-19 Announcement.

As per the premier’s announcement, Victoria is in lockdown from 11.59pm Thursday 15th of July until 11.59pm 20th of July.  The intent of this lock down is to restrict unnecessary movement to prevent the spread of the virus.

Announcement – Club Covid-19 Easing 19 June 2021

Following the Victorian Government restricted activities directive on 17 June 2021 and advice from Australian Sailing, I am pleased to inform you that the Club is now able to be reopened to members, subject to certain conditions.

Vic Govt 'Circuit Breaker' extension

Today the Victorian Government has announced 'circuit breaker' restrictions will be extended until 11.59pm on Thursday 10th June 2021, but easing the travel limit from your primary place of residence to 10kms. Refer to Boating Victoria Website

Club Access is Closed

Club Access is Closed under 7-day Circuit Breaker Covid Restrictions. The Club is closed to all members and visitors until further notice. The Victorian Government

25 May 2021 - Additional COVIDSafe measures

Following the Victorian Government announcement please be advised of the following: Additional COVIDSafe measures will be put in place across Metropolitan Melbourne to help keep Victorians safe. From 6pm Tuesday 25 May within Metropolitan Melbourne, and how they apply to our Club

22 May 2021 - WSC Presentation Event

After a successful half-season of racing, the WSC 2020/21 Presentation Event will be held at the Club on the Saturday 22nd May immediately after the day's Social Sailing (target event start time is 4.00 pm).

12 May 2021 COVID Update for Club Members

Since the announcement last Sunday by the Victorian Government, we have now changed over the QR code Entry posters at the Club to the new VicGov QR code. What you need to do:

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