2 April 2015
UPCOMING EVENTS
No Bottles this week due to Easter
ABS Boot Camp – gold coin donation to the club, open to members – Saturday 11.30am - meet in
main hall
Club Champo’s 4 April 2015 – 8am
Bar Hop – 10 May 2015
North Bondi’s hat-trick of Stan Mac relay success
A dramatic error of judgement when in a winning position last Sunday cost Bondi the chance of claiming its
first Stan Mac relay victory over North Bondi in three years. Bondi held a 53-second lead at the start of the
17th leg of the 20-person relay race before one of its most experienced lifesavers failed to swim past the last
of eight buoys at the halfway point. The Bondi swimmer was alerted of the mistake when a third of the way
back to the beach and was forced to swim back around the buoy he had missed. Norths’ winning margin after
the relay was completed was two minutes and eight seconds, giving the club its 40th victory in the 73rd
annual running of the event, officially the Stan and Basil McDonald Memorial Relay that was first held in the
1942-43 season. The race provided immense excitement for the big crowd of supporters of both camps, with
a see-sawing contest before tragedy struck the host club. Norths took honours on the first leg before Bondi
went to the lead on the next two stages. Norths regained the advantage from the fourth to 11th legs before
Bondi grabbed the lead with its 12th swimmer and Norths was first home after the next leg. Bondi surged to
the front again for three consecutive legs with its 14th to 16th swimmers before disaster struck. Norths’
winning team, in swim-off order, was Sam Annear, Greg Bishop, Scott Thomson, Andre Dutton, Gus Bennett,
Hamish Donkin, Brett Johnson, Lizzie Welborn, Ally Christopher, Craig Hammond, Campbell Bennett, Ben
Walker, Simon Storry, India Fay, John Clothier, Kate Solomonson, Talbot Henry, Joseph Walsh, Matt Hamilton
and Josh Stevens. Bondi was represented by Grant Baldock, Lochie Hinds, Chris Wright, David Williams,
Blake Francis, Samantha Watts, Dori Miller, Adam Nezval, Xavier Clarke, Ryan Huckle, Michael Pollard,
Cormac Guthrie, Toby Jenkins, Greg Shein, Andrea Miller, Brad Horrie, Simon Watkins, Tom Miller, Tom
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Montgomery and Simon Nothling.
— JOHN BLANCH
To the twenty valiant swimmers who represented our club with great passion and commitment last Sunday,
we thank you. To the many supporters who cheered the club, we thank you also. The 2015 Stan and Basil
McDonald relay was one for the ages; the unbelievable crowd, the weather, and of course the most cruel
twist of fate. Our rookie swimmers were outstanding and now understand what all the talk has been about. All
agreed it was an honour and an amazing experience to be part of. To the loyal team of Mac relay regulars,
you always put your hand up. Congratulations to North Bondi whom in their own admission achieved a hollow
victory. The future for swimmers at Bondi is bright. Stage one of our youth development initiative is near
complete. Going forward there are exciting things happening. The Legends Lunch in November will be the
launch pad for some exciting new surf sports initiatives.
Nick Nezval
Stan and Basil McDonald Relay Captain
STAN MAC RELAY 2015
No.
North Bondi
1.
Sam Annear 4.50
2.
Greg Bishop 5.31
3.
Scott Thomson 5.03
4.
Andre Dutton 5.06
5.
Gus Bennett 5.23
6.
Hamish Donkin 5.21
7.
Brett Johnson 5.42
8.
Lizzie Welborn 5.24
9.
Ally Christopher 5.28
10.
Craig Hammond 5.06
1.1.
Campbell Bennett 5.47
12.
Ben Walker 5.34
13.
Simon Storry 5.39
14.
lndia Fay 6.15
15.
John Clothier 5.50
16.
Kate Solomonson 6.05
17.
Talbot Henry 5.36
18.
Joseph Walsh 5.35
19.
Matt Hamilton 5.40
20.
Josh Stevens 5.16
— Compiled by Doug Yuide
Progress
4.50
10.21
15.24
20.30
25.53
31.14
36.56
42.20
47.48
52.54
58.41
64.!5
69.54
76.09
81.59
88.04
93.40
99.15
104.55
110.11
Bondi
Grant Baldock 5.13
Lochie Hinds 5.02
Chris Wight 5.00
Dave Williams 5.27
Blake Francis 5.34
Samantha Watts 5.14
Dori Miller 5.37
Adam Nezval 5.56
Xavier Clarke 5.15
Ryan Huckle 5.19
Michael Pollard 5.34
Cormac Guthrie 4.50
Toby Jenkins 6.08
Greg Shein 5.50
Andrea Miller 5.55
Brad Horrie 5.18
Simon Watkins 8.54
Tom Miller 5.47
Tom Montgomery 4.51
Simon Nothling 5.36
Progress
5.13
10.15
15.15
20.42
26.1.6
31.30
37.07
43.03
48.16
53.35
59.09
63.59
70.07
75.58
81.53
87.11
96.05
101.52
106.43
112.!9
Difference
— 0.23
+ 0.06
+ 0.09
— O.12
— 0.52
— 0.16
— 0.11
— 0.43
— 0.30
-— 0.39
— 0.28
+ 0.16
— 0.13
+ 0.11
+ 0.06
+ 0.53
— 2.25
— 2.33
— 1.48
— 2.08
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BONDI PATRON LES HAWKINS AND THE FAMILY SUPPORTING THE STAN MAC
BAR HOP
"The first bar hop was a wonderful chance to meet other life savers and friends from other clubs. This time
we have added Coogee and Clovelly as well, so you get to visit all the clubs on the coast path to Bondi.
Timings for the hop are below:
It's a great chance for Surf Life Savers to meet each other and visit each other’s clubs.
The timings are:
- 1200-1245 Coogee - Confirmed. Bar open 1200+. (We'll take the starters group photo here).
- Walk 30min.
- 1315-1400 Clovelly.
- Walk 30min
- 1430-1530 Bronte - Confirmed.
- Walk 30min
- 1600-1700 Tamarama
- Walk 30min (We'll group picture on the headland)
- 1730-1830 Bondi
- Walk 30min
- 1900-2000 North Bondi (We'll take the group survivors photo in NB...)
It should be a fun Sunday stroll along the coast path.
There will be a whistle/gong/air horn and silly hat as before so we know when it is time to walk to the next
Surf Club :)
FAQ's:
- Life Savers from any and all surf clubs are very welcome, so feel free to invite them and post the invite in
your club's social page.
- Yes, you can join the walk for some or all of the time at any point; it's all very relaxed, so just drop in/out as
you need to. You know where the group will be from the itinerary above.
- Yes, you can invite your wife/husband/boyfriend/BFF/family member. So long as they are nice and want to
meet lots of nice Surf Life Savers, they will be welcome.
- We are walking along the coastal path from Coogee to North Bondi over the afternoon; better choose
footwear to suit...
- Rain or shine we will go ahead. The weather was lovely the first time. If its rainy/chilly bring an
umbrella/put on your raincoat - Life Savers are waterproof....; D "
.
EDUCATION
APPLIED FIRST AID & ARTC
Any members wishing to complete their Applied First Aid Certificate or ARTC, please contact the office to
make payment and reserve your position.
Upcoming dates are:
ARTC
Saturday 18th of April
GREEN CAPS
All Bronzies who have completed their course; we need your green training caps back urgently for the next
groups! Please drop these in to the office when you are next at the club (if the office is closed please put it
through the post box on the door). FREE Jurlique sunscreen for each cap returned Thanks!
For all Education enquiries, please contact:
Greg Charles
Director of Education
[email protected]
[email protected]
To keep up to date on other courses offered in the Sydney area click here for the Surf Lifesaving Sydney Edaction Calendar –REFER VERSION 8:
http://www.surflifesavingsydney.com.au/calendar
COMPETITION
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All current and prospective ski paddlers
Club training sessions have now commenced at Bondi.
Tuesday and Thursday at 5:45am and Saturday at 6:30am.
GREG BYRNES
Ski Captain
Rob Harvey
Director of Surf Sports
[email protected]
SURF RACE (week 27) 22nd March 2015
A Grade
Handicap
1st
Michael Hallam
1.45
2nd
Cyril Baldock 1.10
3rd
Pep Font
2.00
Number of starters
17
B Grade
1st
Kirby Smith 1.25
2nd
Maggi 0.20
3rd
Patti Stein
0.45
Number of starters
19
C Grade
1st
Anthony Williams
Number of starters
1
S Grade
Number of starters
4
Tube Races
Number of starters
0
Total number of starters
41
Fellow Surfers’,
Not a bad morning. The sun was out, with an interesting sea. We changed the swim around to take
advantage of a rip to get out & then a swim across the bank. Patrol Captain Pep had everything under
control, with his IRB team working well under good conditions.
A Grade saw the Shaggy Dog come back from the wilderness, injuries & all; catching a great wave & strolling
up the beach with a grin from ear to ear, until told his handicap was going up two minutes to reflect his
prowess, under trying conditions. Popular Life member Cyril, down to chair a Judiciary Committee, made
sure he got a swim in & did well, beating out Pep. It’s good to see our President Jacob swimming regularly &
enjoying himself, with his constituency.
B Grade did it hard & most had to swim, with Kirby coming in & winning definitely the hard way. Maggi
festinated through the water, showing that age can in fact be left behind. Patti got another minor place & is
really enjoying her swimming.
C Grade again saw only Anthony in attendance. With Nippers finished there is no excuse for more to not
come down.
This coming Sunday, we will be used by many as a warm-up for the Stan Mac. So come down & meet our
stars & then hang around & see them perform from 2 pm.
Doc
SURF RACE (week 28) 29th March 2015
A Grade
Handicap
1st
Steve Burnes 0.55
2nd
Jann Ashley 2.00
3rd
Lea Hill
1.10
Number of starters
16
B Grade
1st
Hugo Cheval/Vera Zelenay 0.55/1.35
2nd
3rd
Oscar Cheval 1.15
Number of starters
19
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C Grade
1st
Hugo Cheval
2nd
Oscar Cheval
3rd
Anthony Williams
Number of starters
S Grade
Number of starters
Tube Races
Number of starters
Total number of starters
3
4
0
42
Fellow Surfers’,
A great morning, with almost perfect conditions, if only yesterday’s waves had stayed around [the best waves
I have seen all season]. Patrol Captain Steve Hackers had the buoys out early & due to a small fish causing
a little concern, we brought them in a little bit & spread them out, to create a good distance. Danielle & Mark
were in the ducky & gave great service & water safety.
A Grade saw Steve catch a wave & come through a tight field to edge out Jann & Lea. Dori seemed to cramp
& was unable to get out of the water or she would have placed. Old age or just good tactics?
B Grade saw a dead heat with Oscar & Vera, coming up the beach together. Oscar was not that far behind,
with Dad Rob tying with the third Cadet in the race Anthony for fourth.
C Grade was not raced separately; however, with a couple more starters we will be able to run it again
separately.
Next week we have the start of our last month of races. So get down & enjoy the fun & games before it is all
over for another season.
Raewyn will not be with us next week, as she is visiting NZ to commiserate with family on what a great cricket
team we have, so look for me & the books.
Doc
LIFESAVING
Please make sure you know when your patrols are by checking on the Bondi Patrols Roster 2014/15.
To view the Patrol Roster, Please click here.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Ajmp_MiyLZtadE51MnNwaGpsa3RmWlliUDJrWXl0
R1E&usp=drive_web#gid=0
If you are away for any reason we expect you to do all that you can to swap with another patrolling member
on the below Swap doc. We have a commitment to keeping the beach safe as well as not letting your patrol
members down.
To view the Patrol Subs, Please click here.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Ajmp_MiyLZtadDJ6YXNqbTdCWnhFQnRpVmx0R
U9jNFE&usp=sharing
"Bondi Surf Club" Google calendar ID:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0Ajmp_MiyLZtadE51MnNwaGpsa3RmWlliUDJrWXl0
R1E&usp=sharing
James Rogers
[email protected]
Paul Burkett
[email protected]
GENERAL
The David Henry Souter paintings (donated to the club by David Souter who was president for
1920-21 season) are on display at the Australian Maritime Museum.
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WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECKS
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Over the next 5 years SLSNSW will be phasing in a new Working with Children Check for all members. This
especially applies to those who have regular face-to-face contact with children. (Coaches, mentors,
managers, patrol captains, trainers)There is no cost for volunteers. This lasts for 5 years and you need to go
to https://wwccheck.ccyp.nsw.gov.au/Applicants/Application and make the application yourself. You then
need to submit your number, (WWC….) date obtained and date expire to the office please.
LOST AND FOUND
For all lost and found goods picked up on the beach head to this Facebook page and upload a picture or
details.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lost-and-Found-Bondi-Beach/1394041517562347?fref=ts
ARTICLES FOR THE SURFER
If you have an interesting article concerning a member, past or present, please direct them to
[email protected]
To unsubscribe from the Bondi Surfer weekly newsletter please email [email protected] with
UNSUBSCRIBE in the email subject line.
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES
Did you do a Bronze, Silver, Gold or other award this year or in the last 3 years? Did you receive a prize at
the Club Presentation evening?
If the answer is yes and you have never received the certificate or relevant prize, please call in at the office
and collect them.
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YOGA AT BSBLSC
Hi All,
Just a quick note to let you know unfortunately we have NO yoga at the surf club this coming week!
Yoga will be back the following week (Tuesday 7th April 6:30pm) and will continue at the normal times of
Tuesdays 6:30pm & Fridays 6am.
Always in Health
Danielle
For more information contact: Danielle 0449 252 881 | [email protected]
OFFICE HOURS OVER EASTER
The office will be closed on Good Friday and Easter Monday. Louise Santos will be around on
Sunday but hours will be dependent on demand.
Have a Happy Easter.
NIPPERS
BARNEY’S SURFSQUAD SCHOOL HOLIDAY SESSIONS
Hi everyone.
Surfsquad school holiday sessions available - Tues, April 7 to Fri 10th & Mon April 13 to Fri
17th. 8am till 5pm at Bondi Surf Club.
Usual program of pool plus beach as well as free surf, movies, handball, art, table tennis.
Breakfast & lunch provided. $110 per day. Book through me or littleheroesswimacademy.org
080848381.
Thanks. Barney
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Scott Ryan
[email protected]
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