Exclusive 15% Off for MYC Members – Set Sail in the Whitsundays

We’re offering MYC Members an exclusive 15% discount on the following Whitsunday sailing experiences:

2 Night / 2 Day Whitsunday Escapes

3 Night / 3 Day Outer Reef Voyages

SV Summer Jo is a fully refurbished 100-foot mega yacht offering:

13 private, air-conditioned cabins – each with an ensuite

Guided diving experiences from beginner to advanced

The only vessel in the Whitsundays with guided night dives

A relaxed, small group setting with a professional crew of 6, including a private chef

Chef-prepared meals, snorkelling, island hikes, and more

Visits to Whitehaven Beach, Hill Inlet, and stunning outer reef locations

It’s the perfect way to unwind, soak up the tropics, sail crystal-clear waters, and reconnect with Australian nature.

To book or enquire, simply email [email protected] and quote your MYC Membership.

We’d love to welcome you onboard for a well-deserved adventure on the water.

🎶 Back by Popular Demand! 🎶
Join us at Mornington Yacht Club for another fun afternoon of Acoustic Blues with Soul featuring the incredible Dave McMillan!
Don’t miss out – book now!
👉 www.trybooking.com/DDLHD

We are thrilled to welcome our very own MYC member Bruno and John for a fantastic night of entertainment!  They'll ease us in with some slower tunes before picking up the pace - so bring your singing voices and dancing shoes for a fun-filled evening!

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VALE | Wayne Larder
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Wayne Larder. A cherished member of MYC for 23 years, Wayne’s good humour, and ability to bring a smile to everyone around him will be deeply missed.
Our heartfelt thoughts and love are with Kerry and their family during this difficult time.
To honour Wayne’s life, a celebration will be held on Friday 15th August, 2–4pm, at Kirks on the Esplanade (Sports Bar), Mornington.
Family and friends are warmly invited to come together to share memories and raise a glass in tribute to Wayne.

Please be advised that the concrete and fencing around the crane and boat ramp will be removed, and new concrete will be laid from the end of the building through to the slip. Yard access will be limited during this period.
These works are scheduled to commence on Thursday, 31 July. Additionally, the footpath in front of the club will be closed until concreting is completed.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding while these improvements are carried out.

Berths at Hidden Harbour
Available for Rent or Lease
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*Save the Date*
Slipping day will be on Saturday 11th October 2025
Alternate Slipping will be Sunday 12th October if necessary
 

Expressions of Interest | Power Boat Handling Course

We are looking to hold more power boat handling courses at MYC, if this is something that interests you please fill out THIS FORM and we will be in touch once dates are booked.

**Thank You**
A big thank you to all our members who continue to bring in bottles and cans for recycling! Rotary Mt Martha has let us know that we’ve reached an incredible 45,444 containers recycled so far — let’s aim for 50,000!
Collection bags are available from the office, so feel free to pop in and grab one to help us reach our goal.

Why the return of the ORCV Women's Helm Race Changes Everything

Some people drift into sailing. Rachel Mcguigan charged in—eyes up, hands on, no time to waste.

When she first spoke to Leo Cantwell, skipper of Aileron, he asked her straight: “What do you want to learn?” Her answer was clear and fearless: “I want to do a helming course. I want to learn bow. I want it all. I’m not mucking about.” And she wasn’t. Leo took her seriously—and from that moment, things started moving.

She’s now helming Duxelle, (X 362 sport) which is co-owned by Catherine North, in the upcoming ORCV Women’s Helm, Navigator & Radio Operator Race (WHNR), and it’s not luck that got her there. It’s work.

“You don’t get much time on the helm unless you own the boat…”

That’s the challenge when you're starting out. You can be determined, capable, full of potential—but unless someone gives you a shot at the wheel, you’re stuck trimming, grinding, or watching. Rachel’s lucky to have had skippers who invested in her, gave her time, and trusted her to take the lead.

She got her early miles and hands-on experience crewing on Magic Bullet and Aileron—learning the boat inside and out, doing deliveries, soaking it all up. But helming? That came slowly, outside of race mode, often on long, cold passages or casual sails. It was valuable, yes—but limited.

So, she doubled down. Dinghy courses. Helm time anywhere she could get it. She trained her eye to look outside the boat—to read wind, laylines, VMG and ladder runs. She started taking notes, replaying races in her head, and thinking deeply about her next step.

She's learning the helm, one honest mile at a time

When Rachel races, she makes one thing clear to her crew: “Here’s what I’m good at. Here’s where I need to grow.” That honesty, she says, is non-negotiable. “It’s dangerous to overstate your skills. You have to be upfront and open to learning—otherwise no one can help you.”

What’s next? She’s training for the Melbourne to Hobart this year. She’s already done a stack of double-handed races with Leo on Aileron, soaking up every moment. Her dream is the big one: Melbourne to Osaka, double-handed. She’s studying Pip Hare’s videos, reading every tip she can find, and pushing herself to get comfortable in every role onboard.

“I live sailing,” she says. “It’s in everything. You have to drive yourself—be patient, speak up, and stay curious. When people see that, they’ll start trusting you. That’s when it clicks.”

Why the WHNR Race Matters

Some people ask, “Why do we need a women’s race?” Rachel answers without blinking: “Because we need to prompt opportunity. We need to create space for people to grow and that's exactly what both Catherine and Leo have provided me... I'll be eternally grateful..."

She’s right. The ORCV Women’s Helm, Navigator & Radio Operator Race, now back in 2025 as a standalone passage race, is more than just a race. It’s a chance for women to step into leadership roles—at the helm, on the bow, on the radio, in the nav seat—and show what they’re made of.

Because the future of sailing depends on fresh hands and hungry hearts. And Rachel? She’s leading from the front.

Ready to Race? Saturday 26th July is just around the corner.

If you're a boat owner or skipper, the WHNR needs you. Match your boat with a crew through the ORCV’s Expression of Interest form, or for more information on how to enter go to the ORCV race page.

If you're a female sailor looking to jump onboard—helm, nav, radio, or crew—this is your moment. You can also complete the ORCV’s Expression of Interest form and take part. The team will match you to a boat accordingly.

Let’s get more women on the water, more often.

Rachel Mcguigan during the Devonport Race 2023

About ORCV: A leading authority on ocean sailing, racing and training in Australia, the Club was formed so that ocean races in Victorian waters could be efficiently developed and run by an organisation focusing specifically on the needs of ocean racers.

Website www.orcv.org.au 

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Melissa Warren/ORCV Media