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Newsletter December 2007

The CPBA Management Committee and Staff wish all CPBA Members and their families

Merry Christmas

&

Happy New

Year

Cockburn Power Boat Association Inc

FEBRUARY 2008 5 Tuesday 7.30 pm Social Committee 6 Wednesday 12 pm Midweek 9 Saturday 8.30 am Busy Bee 10 Sunday Sport Fishing Comp 12 Tuesday 7.30 pm Management Committee 16 Saturday Middle Eastern Theme Sundowner 17 Sunday Dive 18 Monday 7.30 pm Sport Fishing Meeting

DECEMBER

5 Wednesday 4.30 pm Mid Week Christmas Party 9 Sunday Sport Fishing Comp 11 Tuesday 7.30 pm Social Committee Management Committee 16 Sunday Dive 17 Monday 7.30 pm Sport Fishing Meeting

CPBA CALENDAR 2007/2008 JANUARY 2008

13 Sunday Sport Fishing Comp 20 Sunday Dive 21 Monday 7.30 pm Sport Fishing Meeting

KEEP AN EYE ON THE CALENDAR AND THE WEB SITE

FOR REGULAR UPDATES TO CLUB EVENTS AND FUNCTIONS

1 Saturday 8.30 am Busy Bee (setup Children's’ Xmas Tree)

& 1 Saturday 1.00 pm CPBA CHRISTMAS TREE

31st - Monday 8.00

pm till

1.00 am New Years Eve Dance


COMMODORE’S REPORT Bryan Cox

Yes Christmas (sometimes known as the “Silly Season”) has caught up to us all again and I guess you, like me, will all be wondering what the next 3-4 weeks will bring. I hope yours will be an enjoyable one with family, friends, the opportunity to renew old friendships and especially the opportunity to make new ones - what better place to do these things than at your club. If you have some spare time over this period why not come down and enjoy the facilities on offer. Subject to weather I am told the repairs to ramp number 1 (eastern ramp) will be carried out on the weekend of 8th and 9th of December this may cause some congestion and delays on the other ramps and we would ask for your patience whilst this very important and long awaited work is done. Peter (our Bosun) will be on the ramps and I’m sure if members follow his directions any delays will be kept to a minimum. I am very happy to be able to report to you that we have reached the final stages of drafting the new constitution and all being well we should be able to distribute the draft to all members prior to Christmas which will mean we can hold a general meeting to discuss and approve the draft early in the new year. It has been a long and hard road to reach this point in the preparation of this new constitution and I hope all members will take the time over the holiday period to review the document so that when we do hold our meeting all members will be comfortable with it. It is of course crayfish season again and I guess many of you have already placed your pots out or have been diving for your catch. Having read some of the numerous reports regarding the prospects for this year I would have to say I am not very optimistic about the catch but to all of you who try I wish you good luck and hope you have crayfish on the table for Christmas. On that note on behalf of all the Flag Officers, your committee, the club staff and all the other members I would wish you a very happy and safe Christmas and a prosperous and safe new year .

Bryan

MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS 2008 A reminder to members. Renewal Invoices will be sent out to members early in December. Payment of membership fees for 2008 fall due on 31st December and payable by 31st January. Any memberships not paid by 31st January will be removed from the membership list and places offered to those on the waiting list.

Fee Increase At the Half Year General Meeting a resolution was passed for a 10% increase in fees for 2008.

Full Membership - $242 Approved Pension Membership - $121 Associate (Social) Membership - 25% of Full Membership = $60 ‘B’ Membership - $121 Country Membership - $121

All amounts include GST Payment options - Credit Card, Direct Deposit, Cash, Cheque or Money Order. (Please note that a surcharge will apply to credit card payments)

KEEP A LOOK OUT IN YOUR MAIL BOX IN DECEMBER - AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.

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Invitation to Members

On Sunday 2nd March at 3 pm members are invited to attend afternoon tea at the CPBA Clubrooms to thank

Valmai Robertson for her extraordinary dedication

and service to the Club over the past 25 years.

Val has retired from Radio Duty and would love to see you.

Please RSVP for catering purposes to: 9418 5868 or [email protected]


Dive News Lynsey Carter

Now we have a hat trick plus one for cancelled dives.

The November dive was expected to be the opening account for our crayfish competition. Although the forecast wasn’t very promising, we had three boats turn up for the dive. We stood around for an hour hoping the very brisk southerly would drop and enable us to complete our dive.

After watching several boats clear the marina heads and then ‘U turn’ back in again due to the very rough seas, it was clear that this dive could not happen. Apart from the bump ride out and the difficulty of getting an anchor down in the rough conditions, we had to consider the hazards of re-boarding our craft in very lumpy conditions.

It is very intimidating to be in the water at the stern of a boat that is pitching up and down so violently that the propeller is coming out of the water and threatening to part your hair as it plunges back down. Trying to find the rungs of the boarding ladder while it is sawing up and down is a good recipe for a broken leg.

Although not an official strong wind, I decided to call off the dive in the interest of safety. Not too many objections from the other guys.

On the crayfish scene, Mary and I went for a dive on the opening of the season but had to abort after ten minutes due to gear failure.

The plastic buckle of Mary’s weight belt broke and her weight belt slipped off as she was exiting a cave. I caught sight of her hanging onto the belt with one hand and her torch in the other suspended in an inverted vertical direction. I grabbed her and stuffed her back into the cave to prevent her from rocketing to the surface if she let go of the weight belt.

While not of serious nature, this failure meant that we had to abandon the dive. Whilst in the cave we explored the options of putting the weights in the B.C. jacket pockets or tying a knot in the belt, but neither solution was workable. Fortunately we were directly beneath the boat, and a slow ascent allowed us to surface right next to the boarding ladder.

Having gone to great lengths to jamb the anchor securely into a crevice, I now had to go back down to release it. What luck, there were two white crays just waiting by the anchor for me to snare. Well that was dinner.

Why did I tell you all this (apart from filling up this column)? Well it seems that the cray season is not as bleak as has been predicted in the Newspapers. I saw quite a number of crayfish (reds and whites) well back under the ledges, but very timid to come out. So it’s not all doom and gloom.

RAMP UPDATE: - I have arranged for the contractor to come along on Saturday 8th Dec because there will be a low tide. Our group of divers and some volunteers will be commencing work at 7.00am to remove the block mat ramp and replace it with pre made concrete panels. This is not the usual busy bee (which has been moved to the 1st Dec for the kids Xmas Tree), but if you wish to assist, your help will be welcome.

ROPE AND KNOTS NIGHT I’d like to thank all those who attended the Rope and Knot night (especially my assistants) for making this a great fun night. Chris Gaudet was as usual a great source of knowledge and has adopted this night as his opportunity to contribute to the boating community. Chris has generously contributed all of the materials used to the Club and has in effect made a $600 contribution to our Club. Next time you need something for the boat, you will find him just as generous to our Club members (see his add under Boating Hardware Pro Sail), but beware – he loves a chat! MERRY XMAS TO ALL To members and families of the Club, I want to wish you the very best ever Xmas and festive season. Wishing you all safe boating and partying for 2008. That’s it from me SEA U LYNSEY

Coming Events December 16th Meet at the club 8.30am Destination Crayfish for Xmas! January 20th Meet at the club 8.30am Destination Crayfish for Xmas! Februrary 17th Meet at the club 8.30am Destination Cray dive.


Social Up-date Yvonne Duperouzel

At the time of writing this we would have had the children’s party and I think I can say that it was a great success. This year we had over two hundred and twenty children which is up on previous years. I would like to thank everyone who was involved. Members if you have nothing planned for New Years Eve why not come down to the club and see the New Year in with fellow members. Remember the drink driving laws, so please bring your boat, tent or caravan down to the club and sleep the night. The first function for next year will be the “Middle Eastern Sundowner” in February and we will be having a display of belly dancers and some scrumptious food. So please make a tentative date in your diaries as this will be a very colourful afternoon. On behalf of the Social Committee I would like to thank all members who have participated in our functions for the year and hope to see you all next year. To the Social Committee people I would especially like to thank you for your help and support during the year. Finally we would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas and a safe new year.

Safe and happy boating.

P.S. From Catherine; Christmas Dance

As a member of the Social Committee I would like to extend a warm thank you to all the cheerful members who made this year’s decoration of the club rooms and the Christmas Dance such enjoyable occasions. The music was by “Pretty Fly” this year and the vote to invite them back for a future function was unanimous. The night flashed past and it was a shame to break up the party when midnight arrived. Numbers attending were low this year but those who joined in the festivities enjoyed the ambiance, excellent company and good music. Don’t forget the New Year’s Eve party at Cockburn Power Boat Association. This is always a rowdy affair where each New Year is welcomed with enthusiasm and good will. See you there!

Catherine

MERRY XMAS


DANCE TO OUR VERY OWN

DJ - CLIFF LANE

7.30 TILL 1.00 AM

NO COVER CHARGE

BYO FRIENDS & NIBBLES

WHEN THE CLOCK STRIKES MIDNIGHT ON

THE 31ST DECEMBER 2007

BE AT THE CLUB TO WELCOME

2008!


Mid-Week Group Lorna Clark

Greetings All, How fast the year has flown, November already and the 23 members present made the most of a happy fun filled day. Sick List.: Numbers were down as some folk are still away, gadding about here, there and everywhere, plus unfortunately there are those on the sick list. These included both Joan & Bill Walton, Eric Cook and Pat Topliss,. Please all get better soon, your smiling faces are missed, we need you with us. Fay Whitehouse, though present to-day, did have a nasty turn recently and ended up hospital in intensive care. This on the day of their 60th wedding anniversary! Plans made for this wonderful occasion had to be put on hold. Best wishes to you both for many more anniversaries. Facts: Dolores Chester made it to Ireland 2 weeks after their grandson arrived. How nice to have a little one to spoil. Where are the Morrisons to-day, couldn't discover their whereabouts.? To you and anyone else who have been missing, hope you all make it to our Christmas 'do.' Simply to prove my swimming wins, I produced my three medals and was given a cheer for them. Then a rousing rendition of 'Happy Birthday to You', which was to-day. Thanks to everyone for that. Christmas Function. Bill S. made mention of our special day . This is on the 5th December and will commence at 4.30p.m., time to socialise and imbibe a drink or two before dinner at 6 p.m. Come dressed in Christmassy type glad rags to add to the occasion. Once again everyone is asked to buy a gift, to the value around $5, males for males and females for females, and bring along so that everyone will get a 'goody'. Bill said he had contacted Father Christmas who assured him that though he has reindeer problems, he will definitely make it to our function. Marie reported what the menu is - sounds good - hope everyone enjoys it and no one eats too much!

Games Reports: Bowls A happy crowd to-day. 9 ladies and 7 men. All were in a jovial mood, there was much debating on how close their ball went to the Kitty. No arguments! Sue was Deanna's offsider and did a good job, didn't have to call too often. It was a bad day for Browns, they were losing every game, , the brown balls were jinxed according to the players, then salvaged some pride by winning the last two games. Final score BLACK 9, Brown 2, which was better than a zero score. Next month Brown, get revenge !!

Euchre: Sam Topliss kindly stood (or sat!) in for Bill W. and it was a close tussle, with FRED S. and IVAN tying with SAM and KEITH, one game each.

Rummy: Not enough members to make up the numbers, Fay and Lorna the only two players present, they sat and watched the bowlers, making sure there was no wrong scores given.

History of the Dog. On the first day of creation, God created the dog.

On the second day God created man to serve the dog. On the third day, God created all the animals of the Earth

to serve as potential food for the dog. On the fourth day, God created honest toil so that man could labour

for the good of the dog. On the fifth day, God created a tennis ball so that the dog might

or might not retrieve it. On the sixth day, God created veterinary science to keep the dog

healthy and the man broke. On the seventh day, God tried to rest, but he had to walk the dog.

Cheers for now. Don't forget to buy a gift for the 5th December 'do'. Lorna.

Birthdays for December Fred Ayres; 19th

Marie Anderton 26th. Congratulations & Best Wishes.

FREEBIE: If anyone would like 28 doz, King Browns in cartons or one double camp stretcher bed, ring 9337.7047 - now - you may be first in!

Beach Antics: There was a charming and delightful looking girl in a bikini on the beach., who was approached by a stern looking beach inspector. He said, "only one piece bathers allowed on this beach" She replied in her most seductive voice, "O.K. I've no problem with that, which piece would you like me to remove."


Sportfishing Report Angus Boult-Lyne

Fishing Competition: The Weigh Master, Colin McKinley reported that 7 boats went out for the November competition with 6 returning to the weigh in – there is still no sign of dick and John on Parakeet. Bushranger and Polly went off shore while Despicable, Grisso 1, Green Back and DJ remaining in the calmer in shore waters. The competition is hotting up as the year draws to a close and a rush is on to secure extra points. The weather was interesting for the competition with a forecast 10/15 Kt SE winds for a period about midmorning making the sea a bit unpredictable. Maintaining footing was a challenge and it was a bit like fishing in a washing machine. The offshore bag included Samson Fish, Pink Snapper, King George Whiting, Break Sea Cod, Baldchin Groper, Sweep and Queen Snapper. The in shore haul included Tailor, Skippy, Silver Bream and Herring.

For the record the points for the day were:

Braided Line

At the Fishing Group meeting on Monday 19 November 2007 there was further discussion on the acceptability of braided line for the competition. It was agreed that the group would adopt the ANSA WA resolution to accept fish caught on braided line on the proviso that there is at least 1.5 meters of pre tested unbraided line between the braided line and the leader rig. The point was made that the unbraided line had to be certified pre tested and these can be obtained from tackle shops.

Peter Anderton agreed to present a workshop at the next Fishing Group meeting to familiarize members with pre tested line and appropriate knots for tying nylon to braided line. All members are welcome to attend this meeting. Peter will also explain the details of the ANSA WA resolution including the maximum length of leaders.

Group Trips

As reported in the previous newsletters a group has booked for Club Thevenard at the Mackerel Islands for the period 31 May 2008 to 7 June 2008. The contact person is Des Kelly. Members and friends wishing to go on the trip should make their own accommodation arrangements.

The group has made arrangements to stay at Coral Bay on the following week where they will meet with other club members. They plan to stay at the Bayview Caravan Park in Coral Bay.

If you want to find out more about the Mackerel Islands the Web address is:

http://www.mackerelislands.com.au/accommodation.html

Discussions are still continuing on the logistics for the trip. We will keep you posted in the event that you decide to join the group. Tight Lines

Angus Boult-Lyne

Next Competition:

The next competition will be on Sunday 9 December 2007. For those interested, the fishing hours are from Midnight to 2 PM. Fish need to be presented to the Weigh Master who is usually on duty downstairs from 1.30 PM onwards. If the weather is uninviting the competition is postponed to the following Sunday if a gale warning is issued for any period of the competition. Next Fishing Group Meeting:

The next Fishing Group Meeting will be held on Monday 17 December 2007 at 7.30 PM. All members of the club are welcome to attend the Fishing Group meetings. There are no formal application processes for club members – just show up on the day.

Participating Boats and Crews: Bushranger Des 229.20 pts Hugh 95.24 pts Despicable Colin 119.50 pts Cathie 149.50 pts Grissso 1 Chris 137.75 pts Green Back Ivan 135.80 pts Peter 67.50 pts DJ Richard 90.00 pts Polly Brian 15.75 pts Graeme 64.57 pts

Top Scoring Boat:

Bushranger II 184 .2 pts Top Scoring Fish:

Des Kelly Samson Fish weighing in at 12.28 kg scoring 184.2 pts. Top Points Score:

Des Kelly 229.2 points.


Works and Grounds Ian Mahoney

The Works and Grounds Team are pleased to report on another productive busy bee on Saturday 1 November.

The weather was perfect for boating but 20 members and partners resisted the lure of the ocean and turned up to do their bit.

Spring cleaning and general maintenance were the focus of the day. Over the next few months the team plans to turn out all the storage areas and rationalise the amount of trash and treasure stored over the years. This month the store rooms in the under croft were the primary target, a new notice board was erected in the boat preparation area and we hung the Commodore with his predecessors. The radio tower was also the focus of attention with a willing team cleaning and reorganising.

The team plans to organise a skip bin for a big cleanout of the sheds in an upcoming busy bee.

All members and partners are encouraged to join in for a busy bee at least once in a while. Just turn up at 8.30 on the advertised date and make yourself known to the group. You can count on a warm welcome and some good fun during the morning. Morning tea is provided to sustain the willing workers. Marcia treated us to her special spring rolls this month and has promised another treat sometime in the New Year. Colin baked a carrot cake which seemed to go down well.

If you notice any general maintenance issues as you use the club facilities please bring them to the attention of the Secretary so they can be rectified. A pad and pencil is kept near the office mail slot to assist members who wish to leave messages. Colin McKinley

Our new notice board has been erected alongside the preparation area where you can’t miss it..

Our thanks to Mr William Davey for construction and materials and

to SEALED MARINE WINDOWS

Unit 2/38 Wellard St Bibra Lake 94346334

for the supply and fitting of the glass.

Next Busy Bee -- Saturday 9th February


RECIPE OF THE MONTH - No 8

SEAFOOD RECIPES Send in your favourite seafood recipe to

share with your fellow members!

We are getting a collection - keep them

coming! Submitted by Catherine McKinley.

FISH CURRY

Ingredients: 8 - 10 pieces of fish cutlets each piece about 1 inch thick 1 Tsp Turmeric powder 1 tsp salt For paste: 2 Tbsp Red Chilli Powder 3 Sliced Green Chilli 1 Tsp Cumin Seeds 1 Tsp Coriander Seeds 2 Tsp Cumin Seed Powder 2 Tbsp Yogurt Salt to taste 1 Large chopped Onion 1/2 Inch piece of Ginger 2 Pods (chopped) Garlic 3 Bay Leaf 1/2 Cup Cooking Oil

Method: 1. Rub the fish cutlets with one tea spoon each of salt and turmeric powder and mix thoroughly. 2. Grind to a fine paste coriander & cumin seeds, red chilli and ginger adding little water in an electric grinder. 3. Heat 1/2 cup oil and fry the fish cutlets in a non stick frying pan. Turn each piece and fry till brown. Remove the fish cutlets and set aside. 4. In the same oil add bay leaf and finely chopped onion and garlic and fry to light brown. Add the ground spices, green chilli and cook for three minutes. Add salt. Add two table spoon of yogurt/curd and fry till starts to stick to the pan. Stir occasionally. Put 3 cups of water and bring to boil. 5. Add the fish pieces into the gravy. Reduce heat and simmer for at least eight to ten minutes till gravy becomes thick. 6. Serve hot with rice.

Make sure that you have your ID on your trailer and your current year stickers on your boat, trailer and vehicle.

See the secretary if you need stickers or an ID plate made. Infringement notices will be issued.

ID and stickers are for both safety and security at Your Club.


Middle eastern

theme Sundowner

2.30 pm - 6.30pm

16th February

2008

Treat your senses to the Tastes,

Sounds and Beauty of the Middle East

Food Music And Belly

Dancing

You are welcome to get in to the mood and dress to match the theme.

Tickets - $20 per person

Bookings close 9th February 2008

Tickets can be purchased in person a the office or by mail, phone Credit Card or Direct Deposit to

CPBA Bank BSB: 066 144

ACC: 00901112


RECREATIONAL SKIPPERS’ TICKET ASSESSMENTS

THEORY ASSESSMENTS 6 PM WEDNESDAY EVENINGS

(Currently held Fortnightly)

AT CPBA CLUBROOM (booking essential) COST - $40

PRACTICAL ASSESSMENTS by appointment with Assessor

COST $40 PER PERSON FOR MORE DETAILS AND TO BOOK

CONTACT OFFICE 94185868


Plenty of Fun! Heaps of Prizes!

Free Sausage Sizzle!

To enter Phone, Email or Post your name, member number, age and contact phone number

to the office by the 1st March ‘08

CPBA 2008 KID’S FISHING COMP.

6 to 12 years

SATURDAY 8th MARCH ‘08

START TIME 8 AM WEIGH –IN TIME 2 PM

Fish must be caught from within the area outlined on the map

ICE PRICEICE PRICE

DUE TO AN INCREASE IN DUE TO AN INCREASE IN COST FROM OUR SUPPLIER COST FROM OUR SUPPLIER

THE PRICE OF BLOCK ICE HAS THE PRICE OF BLOCK ICE HAS BEEN INCREASED TO :BEEN INCREASED TO :--

$3.50.$3.50. WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO WE HAVE BEEN ABLE TO

KEEP THE CRUSHED ICE AT:KEEP THE CRUSHED ICE AT:-- $2.00$2.00

Start gathering your ‘goodies’ together for a monster Car Boot Sale at the CPBA.

Date: Sunday 13th April 2008

More details next newsletter!


REMEMBRANCE & REUNION

MEMBERS OF THE TS VINDICATRIX ASSOCIATION ARRIVED IN STYLE IN A BIG RED LONDON BUS

THE 11TH HOUR OF THE 11TH DAY OF THE 11TH MONTH The “Vindi Boys” take time to remember.

Members of the TS Vindicatrix Association chose the CPBA as the venue to hold their annual reunion for 2007. 93 members of this Association travelled from the UK, NZ and around Australia to attend the TS Vindicatrix Down under Reunion. Ranging in age from 60 to 84 years old they all trained at the National Sea Training School in Sharpness, Gloucestershire on the TS Vindicatrix. as 15 and 16 year olds. As friendly and charming a group of fellows as one would wish to meet, the 3 day gathering flew by with everyone having a wonderful time. Information about this Association and the history of the TS Vindicatrix can be found at: http://www.vindicatrix-hq.fsnet.co.uk/

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