Update 27th August 2010
By now all our members should have received the newsletter.
The first meeting of the new season is Tuesday the 31st of August 2010 at the Bridge hotel.7.30pm start.
This meeting will include an update on where we are at with the creek.{dredging and mooring pole upgrades etc}.
Its important as members of the Mordialloc Boating & Angling Club that we make an effort to attend these meetings,so we can hear your concerns and have an input on issues raised at these meetings.
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I was at the Preston Market on the weekend and took a photo of this wall at the market entrance.
Update 4th August 2010 Re: Save the Mordailloc Creek Rally.
Well the day was a good one.
We had several speakers representing all the clubs and business with in the creek, aswell as individuals.
There was representation from local council including the Mayor of Kingston.and local govenment.
Basically the agenda was that the Creek needs to be cleaned up and to start this process it needs to be dredged.
With the majority of water being diverted away from the creek further up and the inclusion of stormwater drainage,the focus fell on Melbourne Water.With these two factors in place the creek is filling up with silt and muck and is unable to flush itself clean.MelbourneWater plays a big roll in the reason why our creek is in the state it is today.The threee main players who should be held resposible for the clean up and on going maintenance of the creek are Melbourne Water.Kingston City Council and Parks and Gardens.With funding from these three and the guidence of the Mordialloc Creek Community we should be well on our way to a healther creek.Ive only summarized basically what the Rally entailed,I could bang on for ages but i want do that.Ill update you with more info as it progresses.
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This photo of the Rally dosent do it justice.Several hundred people attended on the day. |  |
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Update 15thJuly2010. Re:Save the Mordialloc Creek.Rally 31st July
Below ive provided a copy of the partition which we will be presenting to those concerned on the day of the rally.
If you can please feel free to copy and paste this form to your computor .Print a copy and use it to support us by getting as many signatures as possible and bring it along with you to the rally.
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PETITION
To the Legislative Assembly of Victoria
The Petition of the residents of the State Electorates of Mordialloc, Carrum, Sandringham, the Federal electorate of Isaacs and all users of the Mordialloc creek
draws to the attention of the House the environmental degradation at Mordialloc Creek.
The Petitioners therefore request that the Brumby Government take immediate and ongoing action to improve the environmental health of Mordialloc Creek, especially in reducing the silt build up, and commit to a regular process of consultation and joint management with the community on matters affecting Mordialloc Creek.
NAME ADDRESS SIGNATURE
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Update 30th June 2010
Most of us are aware by now that the local council has failed us in providing adequate moorings for our boats.
Not to mention the dredging of the creek so that we can access the bay without running aground.
There is going to be a Save The Creek Public Rally held on the 31st July 2010.
There will be Music,Food.etc.and Special Guests and Speakers.
I know the Creek is an important part of our lives and i think we all should get along to the rally and show the local council and government
just how important this to us.
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25th May 2010
If you've been down the creek lately im sure you would have noticed the amount of different boats up on the slip.
The slip was repaired some time ago now and its working well.If you require the slip please contact Russell to organize it.You can find his number in the contacts section of our web site.
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Update 28th April 10
By now hopfully everyone as received our newsletter outlining the new date for the AGM. 25th May 2010
Also included in the letter are nomination forms for the new committee 2010-2011.
The nomination forms need to be returned to the secretary no later than the 18th May 2010.
The Annual General Meeting will be held at Doyles Bridge Hotel Mordialloc.at 8pm on Tuesday the 25th May 2010.
The agenda for the meeting will be as follows.
1) To confirm the minutes of the previous AGM held on the 5th May 2009.
2) To receive the Treassurer's report on the financial affairs of the Club.
3) To fix the amount of annual subscriptions for 2010-2011.
4) To appoint Auditors for the 2010-2011 year.
5) To transact any business of which due notice has been given.
6) To elect office bearers for the 2010-2011 year.
It would be nice to see a good turn up for the AGM and if anyone is interested in becoming Treasurer,Secretary or Committee Member please fill in your nomination forms.
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Update 13th April 10
Important note for all Members.The date for the Annual General Meeting & Presentation Night as changed.
The new date for the AGM & Presentation Night will be held on Tues 25th May 10 commencing at 8pm.
The last Ordinary General Meeting will held on Tues 4th May 10.
Also nominations for the new committee of management 2010 - 2011 will be due.All members will receive details by mail in the next few days.The agenda for the Annual General Meeting will also follow and i will post it on the website aswell.
At the last meeting we had on 13th May10 there where discusions in relation to work done on replacing mooring poles.Chris had spoken to the council and had established that a new tender had been won,but there was no time line given in regards to when the work would begin.Or what material would be used:wood or metal poles etc.The council also communicated that the creek would be dredged and that water samples will be taken etc for enviro.impact.Aswell all the old jettys and including our slip way will be removed for this purpose and replaced with new ones.When this will take place has yet to be advised.Im guessing it will be aways off.
I will keep you updated on this issue as it comes to hand.Until then happy boating.
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Update 25th March 10
Well Happy New Year to everyone.I know its slow in comming but better late then never.
My names Peter and ive been given the job of looking after our website.
The person in charge previously has moved on and we wish them all the best.
In the future im hopeing to keep you all updated with whats happening within the club and maintaining our website to the previous standard if not better.
We have a club meeting every 1st Tuesday of the month at Doyles Hotel 8.00pm start,where every member and members tobe are welcome.
At our meetings we discuse all topics concerning our club and members.
In this news forum i will endevour to summarize each meeting etc.
Until then happy boating.
Update 25th Dec 09
Was this Santa? 
I was looking at the MMYC webcam late last night, and I noticed something.
If you look at this photo, I am quite sure that Santa's Sleigh can be seen just above the horizon!
And then checking it again at just after Midnight I am certain that Santa can be made out moving around in the dark. I sure hope everyone left out some carrots for him, and his reindeer!
Merry Christmas!
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Update 19th Dec 09.
For those who have been down to Mordialloc, you probably would have noticed the new fence around the Club. If you haven't you will have a sore nose, because you would have walked into it. From what I have been told, the City of Kingston has erected the fence in preparation for the work on the new jetty's at Pompei's. Work will probably commence in the New Year.
Ray is in charge of 'Checkpoint Charlie'...
Check out our LINKS page. A lot of effort has been put into making the Weather and Webcams links one of the best collections I have seen on any Website! You can literally sit at home or work, visit our site and check out the conditions. This is the best way to see if the conditions suit you, and make a desicion on whether to venture out.
Soon our site will be your favourite, with information on;
- Windspeed
- Water Temp
- Weather forecasts
- Wind forecast on site for the next three days
- Streaming 'Live' Webcams
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Great White in the Bay
As reported in the Herald Sun, a magnificent Great White Shark was spotted in PPB by two guys from Altona.These protected creatures often frequent the Bay when hungry and temperatures suit. It is not often that someone gets a great set of photo's as these prepared two did!
Estimated at over 4 mtr's he moved around their boat for around 10 minutes, much to their horror! The Herald Sun has all the Photos and the full story! Great reading.
For the full story click here to be taken to the H/S website
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Update 10th Dec 09
Mordialloc Chelsea Leader Newspaper Story
The latest edition ran a major article about the problems many boat owners and Club Members have been experiencing with the Kingston Council's mooring poles on the Club Moorings. Our slipway problems also get a mention.
You can click HERE to read the article!
The story does get a couple of good points across.
* The Steel Mooring Poles are NOT suitable.
* The Kingston Council needs to address the issue.
Hopefully the Club and Council can work together and get some poles installed that will be safe!
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Update 24th Nov 09
I came across a Maritime Swapmeet that is being held soon, in Queenscliffe. I thought that a few Club Members may be interested, as I believe it is the only Maritime Swapmeet in Australia. Cheap entry, and a nice place. May be a good way to fill in a lazy Sunday, and pick up that much sort after piece for you pride and joy.
Update (2) 21st Nov 09.
The fishing has appeared to have tapered off a bit, with Snapper slowing down, but they may soon come on again.
Club Members Please NOTE!!!
Fisheries Officers were patrolling Pompie's Boat Ramp and the creek today!!!
Check your Fishing Licence is current, and you are familiar with the current regulations on size and bag limits.
I was informed by the Officers that it is a $350 on the spot fine for a breach. None of us need that.
Below this I will place a link to the Government Website where you will find all information on what is legal, and PLEASE check it out!
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Update 13th November 09.
Been a bit busy of late, so no updates for a while! Apologies from me.
The Fishing is in full swing, check out our Fishing Page. Been working down at the Club Shed and some great catches from Club Members are going up on our Blackboard! PPB is HOT HOT HOT as far a the fishing goes!!!!
No word on the Club's Slipway, and would appreciate any word from the Committee, so as to pass it on.
Any fishing photos, please email and they will appear here.
It's a Club Website, so please make an effort, and it will become a great Website!
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Update 12 Oct 09
Spring is well and truly here!
The fishing is warming up, as is the fishing.
A lot of us turn to the Form Guides, some even have some luck! As have some our Members with the fishing rods.
Eric and Wally are on the board, both with a witnessed catch of 2kg Snapper!!!
See if you can join them, those of you that have boats that go, that is.
Us that don't, will wave to you from the bank, when you get back in. Just the wave may be a reversed single finger!!!!
Fishing Fever, (Main St Mordialloc) has a great Snapper Comp on.
Between now and Christmas, the heaviest Snapper weighed in at the shop will win a $700 set of stainless steel rod racks!
So if you land a biggy, drop in and you never know...
Anyhow just a quick plug for Wally...
He has some Sails and Mast up "For Sale". If you know someone looking for these items let them know, all the details on the 'Boats For Sale' page.
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We had our Monthly Club Meeting last night, (6 Oct 09)
Lots was discussed but the main points were,
Our Slipway.
Anyone who has any ideas on how to repair, or has a Brother in Law who is a Slipway Builder, please forward you idea's to Chris French!
A new Member, Shayne, joined so make him welcome when you bump into him.
We has a presentation from Ted McGowan's son, on the issues of the Commercial Fishing Industry. Most informative and interesting to see the pro's point of view. I wonder how many boats will be up for sale after his talk!
A good Meeting, please try and make the next one!
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_______________________________________________ Update 01 Oct 09 There have been lots of updates to the site, so have a look around. The Fishing page will be regularly updated, daily if possible. I need REPORTS and PHOTO'S from others. email them to Chris French ; |  |
Update 15 Sep 09
Wow! What a beautiful evening it was today (Tuesday)! After a month and a half of wind, this was one right out of the box. I saw lots of boats taking advantage of these perfect conditions. Hopefully you were fortunate to be out there also. Have a look at the Webcam pictures I managed to grab to capture this wonderful evening.
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Update 29 Aug 09 Wet and Wild...who needs to travel to the Gold Coast? This is what we had Saturday morning down at Mordialloc Creek today! Craig was ready to get to work on is boat, up 'on the slip', but the conditions were terrible. Still, Craig had a smile on his face, and this made the conditions seem trivial! Some brave soul's headed out from Pompei's Boat Ramp, next to our Slipway, good on them! Reg and co. had some advice about the Commorant bird that Wayne and Ray rescued with the fish hook stuck in her, and now Jack's Office is also a 'Bird Tweetment Room'...(groan) While we need the rain, there is this point - (as Craig's friend said) 'Why can't it rain while we are at work?!' Well done to Jungle Ruler for winning the last at Caulfield and returning a most tidy profit. ($12.50)....>>(We may have to start off a Saturday Best Bet column on here, but no-one listens to my tips and I may start to charge for them anyhow (joke)) Anyhow try to make the first Spring meeting this Tuesday at the Bridge Hotel at 8:00pm. New Members Most Welcome. |  |
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Update 26/08/09VALE Michael Oakley Members and friends of the Mordialloc Boating and Angling Club offer their deepest sympathies to the family, friends and members of the Mordialloc Motor Yacht Club on the sudden passing of Michael Oakley, their Club Secretary. Michael passed away suddenly last Sunday night, the 23rd of August. He was an extremely well loved and popular man, and a tireless worker for the MMYC. He had only just sent out an SMS Weather Warning to all MMYC members an hour before his passing. He will be sadly missed. |  |
Photo courtesy of MMYC website
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Update 25 Aug 09.
Wild weather hits the bay at around 5:00. This combined with a very high water level can play havoc for our Boats in their moorings.
Hopefully all is okay, I went past at around 4:30 and all seemed okay, but that wind was pretty strong. May pay to drop by and check up on the old mooring lines!
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 | Update 18 Aug 09 Guess who got picked up on the MMYC Webcam, going out for a bit of a run in his boat? I won't tell you his name... but his first initial is Eric! |
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Update 15 Aug 09 A lot of activity at the Creek this Saturday morning. Club member Reg was busy doing some work on his new purchase, a lovely Kingston boat. (Boat pictured) Renos and David had the slip area moving with the work they are putting into their lovely boat. (See 'On the Slip') |  |
 | Jeff dropped by to say 'G'day', which was great. Jeff sold his boat to a Sydneysider last year. The timber boat now sits in the Harbour around Balmain, and can be seen in thousands of Postcards. The Creek on a Saturday morning is a great place to catch up, get the latest fishing news, or even the odd tip for a racehorse! Come down and say 'Hi'! With all this work going on, it makes the fine Weather look 'not that far away!'. |
Update 12 Aug 09
Those who have been checking on the Club Website may have noticed a link on the Home page to the Melbourne Wooden Boat Festival 2010. This Festival will be held at Docklands next February and promises to be quite an amazing and energetic Event. I took the initiative to contact the Festival Director, Mark Bergin, and let him know that quite a few of our members and friends would be interested in the Festival. Mark was very pleased to hear of our support, and let me know he would like to see as many boats as possible come up from Mordialloc and is even willing to help out with an escort from the Water Police or similar, for the trip there. That would be a much more enjoyable way to get there, much better than by car! I think that this would be a great Club event, and a real chance to participate in what will be a very memorable one too. There will be more information coming about this, so stay tuned. In the meantime get out the sandpaper and paint and get your pride and joy looking tiddly!
A very nice mention from our friendly neighbour the Mordialloc Motor Yatch Club on their website about our Club. Click below to see it, or on the Links page there is a link also.
We also have links to us on the Wooden Boat Shop website, so give them some thought when purchasing those parts that we all need from time to time. They are a great source for parts impossible to get anywhere else as well. Find their link on the Links page also.
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Update 10 Aug 09
Newsletters in members letterboxes. A good write up from Chris.
Main points - Membership Fee's
(Did you receive the dreaded RED DOT!!??!!)
Those who have read the Newsletter will understand the above feeble attempt at humour.
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Update 9 Aug 09
Our new website is now found on a 'Google search'. Mission 'Bigtime 1' achieved.
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Well the latest News is this Website!
Spread the word around to other Members and friends.
One day, you may even be able to pick us up on Google...that is 'Big Time'
Hint - don't search for the site, just yet, type the address - www.mordiallocboatclub.com into the address bar at the top of your web-browser
But I suppose if you are reading this you got here somehow!
I am currently doing some 'Networking' - adding links to reputable websites like 'Vicfish' etc, and asking them to add us. This will increase our coverage and give us some higher profile. Hopefully some discounts too in the future.
Anyhow, any new NEWS, let me know and it may end up on here, if suitable. Let me know what you think of the Website, also.
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