AGM Meeting Minutes
3 August 2010
P.O. Box 266 Launceston 7250
Attendance: John McCausland, Tineke Morrison, Kathy Williams, Phil Barratt, Peter Marthick, David Chiam, Peter Lee, Peter Sebbage, Claye Mace, Gavin Bye, Cam Folder, Paul Shipp, Bruce Gilligan, Mrs Gilligan
Apologies: Adrian Clark
Welcome: John McCausland opened the meeting at 8:30 pm and welcomed all present.
Treasurer’s Report:
The audited 2009/2010 financial reports were read and tabled by Peter Sebbage. Motion to accept report was moved by Claye Mace and seconded by David Chiam.
Business Arising:
Nil
Nominations for Office Bearers were called and all positions were filled.
Nominations were received and positions filled were as follows:
Commodore:
Nominee: John McCausland
Nominated by: David Chiam
Seconded by: Peter Lee
John McCausland voted in as Commodore unopposed.
Vice Commodore:
Nominee: Claye Mace
Nominated by: John McCausland
Seconded by: David Chiam
Claye Mace voted in as Vice Commodore unopposed.
2nd Vice Commodore:
Nominee: David Chiam
Nominated by: Gavin Bye
Seconded by: Phil Barrett
David Chiam voted in as 2nd Vice Commodore unopposed.
Secretary:
Nominee: Gavin Bye
Nominated by: David Chiam
Seconded by: Claye Mace
Gavin Bye voted in as Secretary unopposed.
Treasurer:
Nominee: Peter Sebbage
Nominated by: Claye Mace
Seconded by: John McCausland
Peter Sebbage voted in as Treasurer unopposed.
Bosun:
There were no nominations for the position of Bosun, and the role remains vacant.
Public Officer:
Nominee: Adrian Clark
Nominated by: Claye Mace
Seconded by: John McCausland
Adrian Clark voted in as Public Officer unopposed.
Auditor:
Bob Green to remain as the Club’s Auditor.
Membership Fees:
Senior membership fees are to remain the same as last year. The junior rate will be $50.00.
Moved: David Chiam
Seconded: Claye Mace
All in favour
Meeting closed at 9:00 pm.
Tamar Canoe Club
Commodore’s Report 2009/2010
Well I hope you’ve all had a good year of paddling. The wet winter of 2009 meant that the traditional white water pursuits were plentiful. It was also wet enough that a few of the lesser paddled spots, such as the upper upper Nile, got a run. There was also the exploratory trip on Barnabys Creek, although not entirely successful it sounds like it might be worth another look if a bushfire takes out all the stream side vegetation? It was particularly pleasing to see some members tackle the Franklin again (admittedly after the wet winter turned into a dry spring), certainly that trip’s on my list for the future, quite how I’m going to get to that skill level I’m not sure, perhaps an Incept run will suit me.
There were also some great sea kayak trips which, despite my apparent identification as a sea kayaker, I apologise that I went on none of them. Actually in my defence I did go on the scouting trip for the November Maria Island trip and I think a couple of other day trips. The Maria Island trip was very well attended and sounded like great fun, and I was pleased to hear that a few people swam – it must mean people are having a go! Pete’s trip us the north east sounds like it was a good one too.
Also were members involved in the usual flat water paddles on the Tamar and South Esk, including the occasional night paddle. There were a few trips to the surf too.
You probably noticed Tassie hosted the 2009 Word Wildwater cup. Canoe Tas ran this event and huge credit to them for running such a fantastic event and – almost more impressive – they managed to make a small profit from it! Although Tamar wasn’t much involved I’d like to thank all those who donated a bit of time, particularly Dave Chiam who devoted a lot of time and whose work with organising the event in the Gorge was excellent and very much appreciated. The event, and the Teva Extreme Race the following day was great fun and got some great publicity for kayaking and Launceston.
Another big event for us is the re-commencement of Canoe Polo. It’s a great way to get in some regular kayaking and improve skills, I think it’s also a great way to attract new people to kayaking and Tamar Canoe Club – especially the young’uns. Personally I’m really enjoying it, particular thanks to Adrian Cooper and Dave Chiam for their work, and to those who set up and pack up.
The Ben Lomond Descent, our very own multisport event, had its 21st anniversary on Sunday. As usual this went off without a hitch and was great fun for all participants, although the faster water on the paddle scared some people. Thanks to all the Tamar Canoe Club volunteers who make it happen. Claye and others have perfected the organisation of the event so it runs smoothly. This is our one and only fundraising event and it keeps our bank balance very healthy.
The recent Canoe Tas White Water conference was attended by a good group of Tamar paddlers. It was a well run and worthwhile event, I encourage everyone to attend Canoe Tas education and development events, they’re a great way to improve skills and are well priced.
Tamar Canoe club will be running a summer race series this year, it will be relatively informal and open to all, hopefully it will help keep us all paddling and attract some new paddlers too.
Given the demands imposed by a young family my paddling is shifting from multi day sea kayak trips to shorter events that are easier to negotiate the time for. In particular Canoe Polo, kayak surfing and maybe even a few white water trips! Hope to see you on the water.
John McCausland
Commodore, Tamar Canoe Club
