Billy Lacroix has provided photos from the weekend race held at Geel European Cup. T o see the photos click on the link HERE

Wim Lamot captured the action at Geel on the weekend.

Click here to see all his shots

Click on the shots below to enlarge them

Peter Moorkens has taken shots of the the Diamond Race. To view the album go to http://www.powerboatracing.be

Thanks to Martine Ciroux, below are the results from the Geel round of the 2011 European Cup.

Click here to download full official results

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Wendy Waite has provided the official results from the Lyme Regis National Brit Kids race.

Billy Has captured some fantastic shots of this years Diamond Race. To see Billy’s album click HERE

The 2nd official bulletin for the 2011 World Water Ski Racing Championships is now available below.

Mercury Marine Australia

With the end of the 10-11 season still fresh in our minds, it’s onward to the first of the Super Series races for 11-12, the Mercury Marine Hawkesbury 120.

Mercury Marine Australia have come on board as the Major sponsor of this year’s H120 race, and we cant thank them enough for their support.

Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th August 2011
Windsor to Wiseman’s & Return

T h e L o n g e s t 2 u p R i v e r S k i R a c e C l a s s i c

With both Saturday and Sunday jam packed with top quality racing, the Sackville Sprint will contest of all the Super Class boats, racing from Sackville to Windsor on Saturday afternoon. Their time will determine the start order for Sunday’s H120 main event.

An additional 15 boats will be invited to join the sprint to keep the Super Class teams honest and also assist with their start positioning for Sunday’s race.

It’s guaranteed to be an exciting spectacle not to be missed.

***Entries Close 30th July 2011***

Schedule of Events

** Friday

Team Registration – Pick up Race Packs
Scruitineering – Only for boats that do not have their SRA Log Book.
Time: 10:30am to 4:00pm
Venue: Club House Governor Phillip Park, Windsor

Friday Night Race Launch
Time: 3:00pm to 7:00pm then stay for dinner
Venue: Macquarie Arms Hotel (Windsor) – 120 Race Sponsor
Nominated Boats on Display
Merchandise Available
BRP Product Display
All Competitors and Spectators Welcome.

** Saturday

Briefing for Social Class Entries
Time: 7:00am sharp
Venue: Club House Governor Phillip Park, Windsor

Saturday Social Class Racing
Start Time: 9:00am sharp

Briefing for Veterans and Juniors – 10:30am
Briefing for Sackville Sprint and invitational Events
Time: 12:00pm sharp
Venue: Sackville Gardens

Saturday Sackville Sprint and Invitational Class Racing
Start Time: 1:00pm sharp

Presentation – for all Saturday’s racing
Time: 3:00pm
Venue: Governor Phillip Park, Windsor

** Sunday

Briefing for all Competitors
Time: 7:00am sharp
Venue: Club House Governor Phillip Park, Windsor

Sunday Racing

Ramp Closes 8:00am
Start Time: 9:00am sharp

12:00pm Approximate Time set for the return leg from Wisemans Ferry
Presentation – for all Sunday’s racing
Time: 300pm
Venue: Governor Phillip Park, Windsor

EXPERT – Sunday
Windsor – Wiseman’s return
Superclass
Unlimited Inboard
Unlimited Outboard
Under 8 Litre Inboard
MOC Outboard
Under 6 Litre Inboard
Stock 6 Litre Inboard
SMOC Outboard
5.2 Ltr I/B & 6 Cyl I/B Expert
F2 Outboard Expert
2.5 Litre Outboard Expert
Open Women’s
16-19 Boy’s
16-19 Girl’s
Junior Boys Under 16’s
Junior Girls Under 16’s
Sub Junior Boy’s Under 13’s
Sub Junior Girl’s Under 13’s
70 M/ph Class Expert
60 M/ph Class Expert

SOCIAL – Saturday
Windsor – Sackville & return
Unlimited Inboard Social
Unlimited Outboard Social
5.2 & 6 Litre Inboard Social
MOC Outboard Social
SMOC Outboard Social
Stock 6 Litre Inboard Social
2.5 Litre Outboard Social
Women’s Social
6 Ltr M/m 6 Cyl I/B Social
70 M/ph Social
60 M/ph Social

SATURDAY – Sackville to Windsor
Veterans Over 40’s Expert
Senior Social
Tadpoles Under 10’s
Juniors Under 16’s Social
Sub Juniors Under 13’s Social
Disabled

Sackville Sprint
SRNSW Inc. Invitational

***Entries Close 30th July 2011***

2011 general entry sheet

2011 Mercury Marine H120 Entry Form
2011 Schedule of Events Mercury Marine H120

Entry Enquiries:
Kerrie Nutley: 0429 634 697
or Email entries@skiracingnsw.com.au

Further information regarding this event can be found at www.skiracingnsw.com.au

You can submit your entries in one of the following:
• Send via mail to Ski Racing NSW:
By Fax: (02) 6863 4697
• By Email – entries@skiracingnsw.com.au

Promotion/ Advertising enquiries:
Andrew Fyfe Ski Racing NSW 0417 027 842
Email: afyfe@micros.com

On Saturday 25 June 2011, the New Bernico F3 Extreme was unveiled by Nico Bertels at Viersel, on the weekend of the 2011 Diamond Race. Rob Harks captured some of the moments.

Click here to watch yesterday’s unveiling at Viersel

Courtesy of Martine Ciroux, below are the official results from the 2011 Diamond Water Ski Race.

Click here to download the full results

Click here to download

Speedweek now has the Hi Tec Oils Australian Titles & Wisemans Ferry selection races and the GTS Mildura 100 online for your viewing pleasure.

Speedweek Hi Tec Oils Australian Titles

Speedweek GTS Transport Mildura 100 special

Below is the list of entries for the 2011 Diamond Race (as of 09:00 CET 23 June)

Click here to open the entry list

One of Britain’s brightest Junior skiers has suffered a blown engine on his twin, just days before the Diamond Race.

Please note that on Saturday June 25, 2011 at 14.00 h a brief competitors meeting will be held (at Viersel in Belgium) to vote for a new E&A Athlete Representative, as Kim Lumley, who we
thank for the efforts taken, has decided to end this nomination due to new family circumstances.

With the Diamond Race just days away, take a look back at the 2010 results on the official Diamond Race web site: http://www.waterskiracing.be/diamond-race

Check out Wim Lamot’s collection of action shots from last weekend’s racing at Hasselt in Belgium.

Click here for all Wim’s shots from Hasselt.

Billy Lacroix was at Hasselt on Sunday to capture the action of canal racing.

Click here to see all of Billy’s shots

Glenn Geary wrote;  well what a day it was with only 5 Boats starting the 2nd Ski 4 Kids with Cancer ocean race from Sydney to Newcastle after I had received 20 Entries. The day was as being reported all week with clear skies and 9-12 Knott Westerly wind, the swell at Manly was about 1.5 Meters but grew to double that of 3 meters and a couple or rogue waves peaking the 4 meter mark at Newcastle Heads.

Rob Harks was hanging over the side of Hasselt yesterday in Belgium to capture the best of the days racing in a Belgium Championship race …7 days before the Diamond Race.

Top ski racing tweeter Scott Brooks will once again be keeping the world up to date – this weekend from Belgium.

Live from the banks of the Albert Canal in Viersel, Scott will be tweeting the thrills & spills from 2pm Friday until Sunday night.

Follow @ScottBrooksy on Twitter.

Scott’s Twitter feed will also appear at the top right of this web site from Friday.

Enjoy a taste of what happened at the 2010 Diamond Race as teams prepare for the 2011 event and the most grueling water ski race in the world.

Jane Stockley & Simon King are proud to announce that 07.30 June 16th Oscar Stockley-King was born, weighing 7lb.

The River Danube Vienna hosted round 1 of the European Cup 2011. Vera Van Den Bossche has provided the results from the race.

Nigel Newland has provided the racing pack for an open race at Folkestone

**** Ski 4 Kids with Cancer fundraising give 100% plus to Hunter Medical Research Institute (H.M.R.I.) for research into the most common type of childhood cancer, Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (A.L.L).

Starting at Shelly Beach in Manly and Finishing at Hogs Breath Cafe in Newcastle Harbour, this is a race for long distance endurance.

Last year there were 23 Boats entered in the race, and a quality field it was indeed.

SKI 4 KIDS WITH CANCER 2010 was won by Critta, towing Daniel Graziano in 1:49.20
2nd Redback Jason Walmsley 1:51.30
3rd Boat 109 Steve Robertson 1:52.41
4th Stouty 1:55.56
5th Ben Hackett 1:59.23

Money raised was over $3,000

While there should be quite a few crews using it for crucial training for the Sept World Titles, everyone is welcome to take on the challenge, while also supporting a great cause,

*same format as last year.

The only real changes are there will be an earlier Start of 8am and organisers will be encouraging teams events.

Drop Glenn Geary a line at glenngeary@thegoodguys.com.au to register your interest..

http://www.skirace.net/ski-4-kids-with-cancer to Download the pdf Entry Form & Poster here

Information on the Event and briefing Sheet Ski 4 Kids with cancer 2011

New Zealand Team Captain Greg Dutton is proud to announce the New Zealand Team to travel to Moreton Bay for September’s World Championships

F1 Women: Adelaide Cox

F2 Women: Jordan Bradley
Olivia van Deursen

Junior Girls: Columbia Cox

Junior Boys: Mitchell Horan

Mens F2: Ben Mayne

Team Captain: Greg Dutton
Team Manager: Paul Hammond

The team that will represent Australia at the 2011 World Water Ski Racing Championships is:

The web site for the 2011 World Water Ski Racing Championships was launched last year. This is where you should find all team details, race reports, results and other information for the big event.

As a reminder the URL is www.skiracingworlds.com.au and remember you can sign up for the newsletter at the bottom of the front page and join the 2011 Twitter feed at http://twitter.com/skiracingworlds

British Team Captain Darren Kirkland has announced the British Water Ski Racing Team that will represent GB at the 2011 World Water Ski Racing Championships in Australia.

Vera Van Den Bossche has supplied the participants information pack for the 20011 Diamond Race at Viersel Belgium

SKI 4 KIDS with Cancer has been postponed until 19th June due to huge, rough conditions being forecast.

This year’s event was to be held on the Sunday of the Queens Birthday long weekend (12th June)

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Hi Guys,

After consultation with the Royal Volunteer Coast Guard and the BOM, it had regrettably been decided that in the interest of safety for Competitors and Vessels that the Ski 4 Kids with Cancer be postponed for 1 week until the 19th June 2011

Forecast for Sydney on Sunday Morning and slightly higher for Newcastle is 25-30 Knott winds with swells up to 3 Meters and a Danger Alert for waves close to shore

At this Stage I have applied for an Aquatic License for the 19th and 26th June as back up dates

According to the Ski Racing Calender there are no events planned for the Weekend of the 19th and only the SRNSW presentation on the 25th

THE GREAT NEWS IS THAT IT GIVES TEAMS MORE TIME TO FUND RAISE

If you like I can send you some raffle tickets

1st prize is $1,000 Gift Voucher Good Guys

2nd Prize is $500 Gift voucher Good Guys

3rd Prize is Kids Toys Basket stuffed full

Tickets are $2 each or 3 for $5 (book of 100)

There is a $600 First Aid Kit to whichever team raises the most money (Donated by Coldys)

There will also be some great Auction Prizes on the day that will go towards the teams fundraising account

Up for Auction is heaps of great stuff from Red Rooster Vouchers to a $1,500 pure wool business suit

Some Skiers are getting donations by getting sponsored per kilometre
120km at 50cents a Km is $60

You can pay on the day and HMRI will issue individual receipts for tax

Or into the Westpac Account at Belmont

Ski 4 Kids with Cancer
BSB 032510
Account 196644

Make sure we can identify you

Happy Fundraising

Please don’t hesitate to call me on my mobile

Glenn Geary JP

Mobile 0413-440888
Shop (02) 49-418000
glenngeary@thegoodguys.com.au
glenngeary@bigpond.com

The USA has announced their team for the 2011 World Water Ski Racing Championships.

News release

Hunstanton Ski Club host a club race Sunday June 12th all skiers are welcome to come along. If you are a racer from another club, you are welcome to join them for a days racing,

Madison Scott is a friend we spent time with when she visited her Aunt in Prague. Her parents too. Her Aunt Colleen is my very good friend who was my wife Gabi’s maid of honour at our wedding this year.

Maddy has gone missing near her home town of Vanderhoof, British Columbia, Canada and most of us can only imagine the nightmare this is for her family, and who knows for Maddy.

Please watch this video below and share the information with people you know.

You can find more information at this Facebook Group

This is Maddy’s mother’s plea on 7th June

CKPG News Interview with Maddy’s Parents

Billiy La Croix has captured the day’s racing at Olen Belgium.

63rd Catalina Ski Race is taking place at Long Beach CA July 16th

The River Danube Vienna Austria is host to the 1st round of the European Cup 2011.

Twitter
To get live news, updates and  results from the race, follow @ScottBrooksy on Twitter.

http://www.twitter.com/ScottBrooksy

It’s with great sadness to announce that Terry Sleap has passed away. Terry synonymously known for building Marshan boats in the 70’s & early 80’s . A member of the Varne Boat & Ski Club Terry drove for skier Gary Brooks in F1

Stone ski club were hosts for the 5th round of the British Ski Racing Championships. With 2 races already cancelled it was imperative to the championship &  team selection for the world’s that the race went ahead.

Rob Harks was at the Olen round of the Belgian Water Ski Racing Championships yesterday and you can see all of his photos from the main race here

Keith’s funeral will take place on Monday 13th June at 2.30pm at Sutton St Andrews Church followed by a service at The Fenland Crematorium, March at 3.45pm. There will be refreshments at the Sutton British Legion afterwards.

Don’t miss SBS Speedweek this Sunday (June 5, from 12:30pm AEST), as they take a quick look at a number of classes from the Hi-Tec Oils Australian Speed and Marathon Championships from Wisemans Ferry.

Also a review of the 2011 World Championship qualifiers, that has decided the Australian team to compete @ Moreton Bay in Queensland, September 10-18.

The following week will be a show featuring the GTS Transport 2011 Mildura 100.

** Please check local guides.

Speedweek Programming Schedule.

Keith was quite a charachter on the circuit and I know he still has many friends who are still involved with the  UK SKi Racing.Keith Young 75 sadly passed away in the early hours of today Sunday 29th May after a short battle with his illness.

Lyme Regis was the host for the 4th round of the British National Championships. Due to high winds & rough water the venue was unfortunately cancelled due to safety reasons.

The Speedweek 2011 Club Marine Southern 80 & Baker’s Blitz footage is now available to view on their website. Check them out !

2011 Bakers Blitz

2011 Club Marine Southern 80

Roger Lincoln published this Boat-cam footage from the 7th May Hunstanton Club Race in GB.

Guy Verstraeten was at Genk in Belgium on the weekend capturing the action of the new 2011 season.

Click here to see all his shots from last Sunday, a selection of which are shown below.

Ski Racing NSW 2010/2011 Presentation Afternoon

Sackville Gardens, Tizzana Rd, Sackville

Saturday 25th June

Presentation at 3pm, followed by Dinner in the Marquee at 6pm

BYO Drinks / DJ
Ticket Prices
Adults $30 Children U/16’s FREE

Bookings Close 17th June 2011 and are essential.

Ski Racing NSW 2010/2011 Presentation Afternoon
BOOKING FORM pdf’s in Word and Adobe.

To book, download the Booking Form

2011 SRNSW Presentation Booking form ( Adobe Document )

2011 SRNSW Presentation Booking form ( Word Document )

Bookings to Nadia Masonwells
Post: 1 Wingate Road, McGraths Hill NSW 2756
Fax: (02) 4577 2833
Email nadia@coldys.com.au

The Belgium championships was held on the same course as the 2009 World’s at Genk. Peter Moorkens has captured the days racing. Vera Van Den Bossche has provided the results of the days racing.

2011 HI TEC OILS AUSTRALIAN SPEED AND MARATHON CHAMPIONSHIPS
– WISEMANS FERRY 9TH – 12TH APRIL

With some fantastic skiing and idyllic Sydney weather to greet the running of the Hi-Tec Oils 2011 Australian Ski Racing Championships, crews really turned up the heat throughout the 4 days of competition.

The most successful and dominant skiers of the Championships were World Champions Anne Procter (Kennedy) and Jack Houston.

Anne won 4 National titles, whilst Jack won 3 and the World Selection race in Junior Boys.

Brent Wisemantel and Andrew Fyfe were stand-outs winning F2, MOC and Unlimited Outboard, as well as the F2 Selection Race, with Tuff-e-Nuff.

Applauded as a great success by Competitors, Spectators, Judges and Coordinators and Officials, the Wisemans Ferry Ski Grounds were alive with activity all weekend.

FRIDAY

Proceedings occurred on the Friday before the beginning of the National Titles, with skiers and crews vying to increase their coveted World Title Team Selection points.

With this being at the pointy end of the Selection Events for the 17th World Championships in September on Moreton Bay, they were to make and break some dreams.

Perfect racing conditions saw firstly, the Open and F2 Women hit the water.

Lauryn Eagle reverted to the ‘catch me if you can’ race approach behind Darren McGuire’s Superman and it paid off big time. Eventually, by race end, Lauryn had lapped all but 2nd placed Strictly Business, towing Maddi Boyer.
Leanne Halligan, behind Hellbent, just nudged out Kylee Jones & Merc Force from the 3rd placing, one lap down, but by just 6 seconds.

In the F2 Women’s class it was tight, race long, between Trudi Stout (Shooter) and Leanne Campbell (Atomic Boats).
By race end the results were Shooter 1st, Atomic Boats 2nd and Tania Teelow skied brilliantly, whilst recovering from injury, to come in 3rd behind With Envy.
Chelsea Blight, behind the Victorian crew of Smoke & Mirrors rounded out the top 4 finishers.

There was a great duel by Jack Houston, Jack Whitton and Jamie Moret, on the Wisemans course in the Junior Boys Selection race.
Jack Houston, behind his Dad’s Stinga F1, really ran a well calculated race & showed his drive to take out another Junior Boys World Selection race, with his finish time showing a greater than 1 second a lap difference in speed.
Superman, towed Jack Whitton to a 2nd placing, followed by Jamie Moret, behind Seven and Andrew Griffin behind his Dad Noel’s boat Burnin’.

Junior Girls was won convincingly by Tayla Wright behind Neville Freeman’s ORSM, despite a starting infringement penalty. Tayla went on to make up a lap on the whole field.

Kelsey Feros behind Prima Donna held off Rachael Stapleton and Still Sparken’ for the minor placings.

In the Open Men’s race, there was disaster for the team of Hellbent, towing Peter Procter.

With the race starting in a 4 man duel between Peter, Chris Stout, Jason Walmsley and Stephen Robertson, Peter was leading by an ever increasing margin and the guys were really wearing down the competition and dictating the race, when Hellbent’s motor gave up the ghost nearing the last minutes of the race. This moved both Christopher Stout and Jason Walmsley up in contention, to start fighting for the lead, instead of what appeared to be accepted minor placings, such was Peter’s lead to that point.

Stephen Robertson & Firebird, as well as Ben Gulley & Merc Force, soon also succumbed to motor gremlins, with Merc Force left sitting in a huge, expensive, cloud of smoke at the top turn.

It was left to Stouty and Zig to fight it out to the end, with Stouty grabbing the initiative on the last few laps and building up an 8 second lead that he carried to the line, with Jason 2nd.

The F2 Men’s race attracted a field of 21 entrants and they didn’t disappoint.
Daniel Cotton, behind the Brent Wisemantel driven Atomic Boats, really showed their class in this race in some very sloppy water. Team Weaver Racing, towing Mark Weaver and Shooter, with Grant Turner, fought hard, but couldn’t catch this champion crew and were left to fill the minor placings. Pure Velocity, towing Grant Patterson and With Envy, towing Daniel Graziano, were placed next.

SATURDAY

Saturday 9th April, saw the beginning of the Hi Tec Oils National Titles and who better to start with than our pint sized Aussie ski racers, in Under 10 Boys and Girls.

With a start Chute speed that would scare a lot of adult skiers, the boys all raced to the top turn buoy on the smoother water at lightning speed.

The girls were next away and most got away cleanly and hit the course ready to race. Some kids were having their first ski at a National Titles and they gave it their all and then some, with anxious Parents cheering them on, on the bank, or out in boats on the course.

After a race long duel in the Under 10 Boys, it was Luke Harrison behind Big Loll that came in for the win. Luke was just 14 seconds clear of Pop and Me towing Carter Robertson. Kevin Boylan, in Stinga F2, towed his son Michael to a great 3rd place.

In the Under 10 Girls, Critta towing Milana Long, with her Mum and Dad crewing, had a great win. 2nd place went to Grace Jones; behind Out Numbered and 3rd went to Rachelle King, behind Triple 666 F2.

All of these kids deserved the big cheer from the crowd, for their gutsy skiing and for the effort each and every one of them put into their own races. They are all winners to us, just for giving it a go.

The next race saw 13 pumped up F2 boats hit the water, for some seat of your pants action.
First across the line comfortably, in this star studded race, was Brent Wisemantel’s Tuff e Nuff, towing Daniel Cotton, fresh from his win in F2 the previous day in the World Selection race.
Grant Wastle, behind Craig Boswell’s With Envy was 2nd and Target, driven by Peter Lewis, towed Grant Turner to a 3rd placing. Chris Stout and Sacrifice & Peter Procter with Pure Velocity filled the next couple of places, in this always close and exciting race.

Race 3 was Junior Boys, 13-16yrs, sponsored by Kerway Asphalting. Try as he may, behind the new Thundernuts, Lloyd Woolman couldn’t catch a flying Jamie Moret and Seven. 3rd placing went to Tru Blue towing Clinton Stratton.

The DC Skis sponsored Open Women were next to hit the water and multiple World Champion Anne Procter, showed why she is just that. Skiing behind Greg Houston’s Stinga F1, Anne won by over a minute from Leanne Campbell with the Hazy crew and Noizworks with Cara Jochinke.

Chris Stout was the next to hold a National Title aloft, when he won the Heartland Motors sponsored Men’s 19-25yrs. Stouty skied behind Noel Griffin’s Blazen’ …always a lethal combination. They won this race by over 2 minutes from Elm Street towing Kane Howard and Firebird towing Steven Robertson.

Firebird came out for the next race towing former World Champion Paul Robertson to victory in the 40-50 Men’s. Filling the minor placings were Mark Boyer and Chris Bennett, behind Strictly Business and Filthy respectively.

Run within the same race were the Permagard Marine sponsored 50+ Men. Colin Senior behind Greg Gunther’s Blown Cash took the win, followed by Rob Williams behind Big Loll.

Race 7, sponsored by Impact Electrical, was a chance for Peter Procter to flex some muscle after the previous day’s disappointment in the World Selection event. He won the 25-30 Men’s race convincingly behind Mark Cranny’s Tru Blue, coming home over 2 minutes ahead of Blazen’, towing Grant Turner and Elm Street towing Chris Mansfield.

Jack Harrison won the 10-13 Boys National Title behind Seven, by 15 seconds, leaving in his wake a strong field of boys. 2nd place went to Sean Stevens behind Noizworks and Elm Street towing Jackson Hammond came in for a 3rd placing.

Shantelle King, showing some great form behind Rush won the 10-13 Girls race. Ellen Jones & Out Numbered raced Brooke Langham & Triple 666 for the minor placings, just pipping them at the post by 4 seconds.

There were 15 starters in the Wizard Wetsuits sponsored 16-19 Boys race and the guys really raced hard for the Title. Tru Blue, towing Jake Tegart really ran a great race with Stinga F1 and Jack Houston, with each in different starting grids. Jake took the win by just 2 seconds from Jack at the chequered flag. Coming in for a 3rd placing in this class was Ben Hackett, behind Darren Stewart’s Agitator, with his Dad, ski racing legend Murray observing.

Race 10 saw the final race of the first day, the Blue Pacific Marine, 30-40 Men and what a line up this was. Two times World Champion, Stephen Robertson, took home the National Title after a race long battle. Mick Kelly ditched the Observer’s Jacket & strapped on his Rail behind Blazen’ and came in for 2nd place. Blown Cash, towing Nathan Glynn, fought hard to hold off Steven Rowe, behind Chief, beating Steven’s time by just 2 seconds to take 3rd.

SUNDAY

Another beautiful sunny Sydney Autumn day greeted crews, in the first race of Sunday’s competition, the Men’s marathon.

Peter Procter really showed the way in the Open Men’s class, racing Jason Walmsley for the lead the whole way, with the changeovers becoming the area that was to see the seconds made up by Peter. Alex Ross came in for a great 3rd place in this race, behind Out Numbered, skiing very consistently to achieve it.

In the Under 19 Boys Marathon, Jack Houston was to claim yet another National Title behind Stinga F2. Jack really cleaned up in this race, to be followed home by almost 2 minutes later by Aaron Sheath behind Storm’n and Brendan Tidswell behind Showbiz.

The Under 16 Boys Marathon was won convincingly by Jayden Sheath behind Coldys, from Reefway Racing towing Jesse Burns and 4 the Boys towing Joel Whitton.

Darren Patterson was the lone finisher in the Under 40 Men’s Marathon and put in a fantastic time behind Shot Gun.

Under 50 Men’s National Title holder Andy Wallington put in some great changes behind Big Loll, to come in for the win.

Race 12, which included both the 25-U30 Women and the 19 – U25 Women, was a super quick race.

Stinga F1 towed Anne Procter to yet another National Title in the 25-30 Women.

Chelsea Blight teamed up with Blown Cash to win by over a minute from Liquid Force towing Jordan Brad in the 19 – U25 Women’s class, with the quick twin rig Tuff-N-Up bringing home Sarah Eagle for a great 3rd placing.

In race 13, 3 classes were combined 30-U40 Women, 40-U45 Women and Women 50+.

Leanne Campbell won the 30-U40 Women behind the superbly driven, Garry Hayes owned, Hazy.

Prime Time towed Tania Teelow to a great 2 minute victory in 40-U45 Women, followed by Terri Rigg behind Liquid Force and Out 4 Revenge towing Suzanne Cuff.

Wendy Feros won the 50 + Women’s National Title behind Hubbie Nick, driving Play Dirty for the win.

16 – U19 Girls was the next race to hit the water, with a big, star studded field. Trudi Stout skied brilliantly in this race to win behind Seven, just 28 seconds ahead of Sarah Teelow and Prime Time. A further 6 seconds behind, was Danielle Coyte behind Shot Gun.

Race 16, the Nova Pool Renovations sponsored 13 – U16 Girls Class, saw a great tussle between Rachael Stapleton, behind Stinga and Tayla Wright, behind ORSM.

Rachael came out on top at race end by 39 seconds, with 3rd placing going to Neneh Long behind Pop and Me.

The Social Men’s class was always going to be a great race, with a field of 7 super stars of the sport out to earn a National Title. Jack Houston skied brilliantly yet again to come out victor behind Stinga F1 on his home water. A big boat and ballast in the sloppy conditions made it less tricky to ski on the smaller skis and shorter ropes and was essential to success in the class on this water.
2nd place went to Aiden Cuff behind Out for Revenge and Triple 666 towed Dale Jamison into a great 3rd after edging out a tenacious Shaun Atkins behind 4 the Boys.

MONDAY

Monday’s racing started with a little more wind than previous days, promising some great ski racing.

The first event was the JMJ Plant Hire sponsored Women’s and U10 & U13 Boys Marathon.

In the Open Women’s class, Anne Procter added another Aussie Title to her collection, winning convincingly from Trudi Stout and Melissa Tidswell.

The winner of the U19 Girls was Kelsey Feros behind Play Dirty.

In an even quicker time, Rachael Stapleton, behind Still Sparken, took home the U16 Girls Marathon Title with some excellent skiing. Following Rachael was Neneh Long and Critta, followed by Jessica Smith and Team Smithy 2 Racing.

Skiing behind Out Numbered, Ellen Jones won the U13 Girls marathon class.

Under 13 Boys was a great win for Jack Harrison, behind Big Loll. He held off Korrupt with the family team of Steven, Janine and Jackson Hammond in a great race.

Showing what incredible potential they both have, Grace Jones and Michael Boylan each took home an Australian Title in the Under 10 Girls and Boys.

One of the Champagne races at the Hi Tec Oils National Titles was the DC Skis sponsored Open Men’s event. Jason Walmsley easily backed up from his World Selection event on Friday, taking the title behind Pure Velocity. Tuff e Nuff was next home towing Brayden Jameson after some very consistent skiing, followed by Trent Eastgate behind Out Numbered.

Race 21 saw the combining of 6 & 8 Litre Inboard in the one race, guaranteeing some spectacular viewing for spectators. They weren’t let down either.

8 Litre saw an on tune Jamie Oliver, racing behind The Enforcer, taking an early lead, which they slowly built on lap after lap. Eventually they were to go on to take the title, followed very closely, just 7 seconds behind, by Nothin’ But with Chris Bennett keeping them honest and Matthew Wetsteyn behind Racecraft.

Stock 6 Litre was won by Greg Whitelaw’s super quick Brute Force. He towed Brent Whitelaw home, under the watchful eye of Geoff Hewitt, to take the 2011 Title.

60 mph Expert had no winner, with Itchin to Go, towing Wade Bennett, retiring due to a sciatic nerve spasm in Wade’s paralyzed leg and Kaoed breaking out of the speed limit.

70 Mph Expert saw Still Kiddin’ and Andrew Teal flying around the sloppy course and taking the crown. Home next was Reefway Racing with Brooke Gray, followed by Jack Burns behind Play Dirty.
2 boats broke out in this race trying to balance the correct speed on the rough water.

TUESDAY

Tuesday morning saw a complete change in wind direction and it was now blowing up the Hawkesbury strongly.

The first class for the final day’s racing was the Social Women’s race.

Anne Procter had to fight for this one behind Pure Velocity, coming home victorious with only 21 seconds up her sleeve by race end. Reefway Racing towed Tayla Luhrmann to a hard fought 2nd place, followed by Still Sparken’ with Jordan Bradley.

Zig’s Marine sponsored Class 24 saw the combined running of the SMOC, Under 6 Litre and Unlimited Inboard.

Labdance showed that the new hull shape was a winner, taking the SMOC class with Glenn Kennedy on the back, from Team Evinrude with Trevor Bray and Crash Lab towing James Walker coming in for minor placings.

The Under 6 Litre class was won convincingly by The Enforcer, towing Simon Handley. They came home 1 lap up on LightN, towing Jesse Robinson.

Unlimited Inboard saw Adrian Heffernan’s super quick Gotta Go, tow Cheyne Allison to a National Title, just 10 seconds ahead of What Inheritance and Craig Greentree.

After some brilliant driving by Brent Wisemantel in Tuff-e-Nuff, he went on to dominate the MOC race, towing Jack Houston to yet another National Title. Jack was chased race long by Anne Procter behind Pure Velocity, but came out at the end 29 seconds in front. Crash Lab towed Craig Gordon into 3rd place.

Brent came out again in the Unlimited Outboard, this time with Ben Hackett doing the hard work out the back, to take the National Title. This meant the treble for Tuff-e-Nuff, taking out F2 earlier in the titles too, for a clean sweep of the 3 quickest Outboard classes. 2nd in the Unlimited Outboard class went to Matthew Wastle, behind Crash Lab, driven by LabSport legend Jeff Stubbs. 3rd went to Labdance and Ryan Trevillion.

Although numbers reduced the closer the Southern 80 got, the Titles were yet another success story for SRNSW.

The Wisemans Ferry and Hawkesbury River location were enjoyed by all and the titles were held in near perfect ski racing conditions throughout.

Congratulations to all of those crews out there that can now brag that they have won an Australian National Title and to all others that competed and made these Nationals so memorable.

Congratulations go to all Judges and helpers for running such a safe and friendly National Championships.

Thank you to all sponsors, especially the event’s Major sponsor, Hi-Tec Oils Australia, for your support of the event.

(Author, Wade Bennett)

Billy Lacroix captured the ski racing at Genk this weekend. You can view Billy’s photos by following the link.

Moreton Bay, Queensland, was the setting for the Event 6 of the Australian World’s Team Selection Races.

The action continues tomorrow from 9am.

Please find attached the Results and Current Points Standings.

POINT SCORE STANDINGS FINAL WITH DROPPED RACES

Selection race 6 Mens and F2 mens Moreton Bay

Selection race 6 Womens and F2 Womens Moreton Bay

Selection race 6 boys girls Moreton Bay

Marnham hosted round 3 of the British Water Ski Racing Championships. Unlike any of the other races, Marnham is held on the River Trent.  Skiers are set off in 30 second intervals for the 80 mile round trip.

The video below is of James Bartlett and Team “Bubblin Hot” at the 2011 Marnham National Race.

Ray Stokes has terminal cancer and the fight at this stage is grueling and unpleasant for him.

Please read this article by Jodie Skipper at Australia’s Waterski magazine via this link: at http://www.waterskimag.com.au/?p=703 to understand the huge contribution Ray has made to water skiing.

You will find details at the end of the article if you wish to make a donation to the “Friends of Ray” appeal.

Some Aussie action caught on film from the last couple of months.

All skiers and boats are tagged on youtube to assist you to get sponsors.

Please hit the links below to view each movie.

OPEN & F2 WOMEN – WORLD WATER SKI RACING TITLES SELECTION RACE – WISEMAN\'S FERRY 2011

OPEN WOMENS WATER SKI RACE – MOOGERAH DAM, QLD SERIES DAY MAY 2011

Qld Series Day May 08 2011 Unlimited Inboard, MOC, SMOC, 60 & 70mph classes

Moogerah Dam Qld Water Ski Racing Series Day – March 2011

2011 GTS Mildura 100 Water Ski Race Unlimited Social Class starts movie

A promotional airfare is available for Europeans travelling to Brisbane. Cathay Pacific have a lead in air fare from £797.00 departing from London Heathrow.

The French Federation of Waterski & wakeboard welcome ski racers to a weekend of racing at Lake Eguzon France the weekend of July 9th-10th

Here’s 20 minutes of action from the stunning Lochearnhead in Scotland and one of the rounds of the 1993 Worthington Speedski Challenge produced by Peter Butler and Liz Hobbs (MBE). Another 20 minutes to be published next week.

Billy La Croix has provided photos from the weekend skiing at Rupelmonde Belgium

Round 5 of the British Racing calender takes place at Stone Watersports Club Essex 05Th  June. Download the racing pack.

The 63rd Catalina Water Ski Race will be held on July 16th, 2011.

The official poster is shown below and the official web site for the great event is at www.catalinaskirace.net

Spectacular scenery and warm conditions greeted the competitors for the 4th and last round of the Queensland Ski Racing series.

Hi everyone,

I am participating in the relay for life this year as my brother Charles is a Cancer survivor.

I would like to raise $5000, with Barb and Marty Osborne already sponsoring me $500.

I am writing to get more sponsors as it is for a very good cause and being a ski racer my self, I know that my brother is not the only one in the sport that has been touched by this horrible illness.

All the money goes to cancer council to help find a cure for cancer.

If anyone would like to sponsor me they can go to the link below and click on my name to sponsor.

Any donation over $2 is tax deductible and I will be trying to walk for at least 12 hrs straight myself.

If i raise the $5000 (or more!), I am going to do my best at making the 24hr walk, as people with cancer go thru a lot more pain than I, who will be just walking for 24hrs.

I have given full details of the event below and the team that i am walking for.
People can sponsor just me or our team as a whole.

You can call me on 0432 82 44 16 if you need to discuss anything.

Thanks
Karen Follington

“Relay For Life is an overnight, community event where teams participate in a relay-style walk or run to raise funds for the Cancer Council.

The event brings the whole community together for a night of fun, entertainment, celebration and remembrance.

In NSW alone, around 40,000 people take part in the relay each year.
The event is not just about the amazing experience of spending the weekend with your local community. It’s also about the fun ways your team can raise money in the lead up to the day.

The Relay For Life is a truly amazing occasion where tears are shed, hopes are raised, fun is had and friendships are forged”.

In the 2010 Relay, Advantage Tennis Academy raised $2677.60.

In 2011, we have joined forces with the Hawkesbury District Independent News and hope to smash our 2010 fundraising effort.

We would love it if you (and/or your families/friends) could join Advantage Tennis Academy and The Hawkesbury District Independent News in the 2011 Hawkesbury Relay for Life.

The Hawkesbury Relay For Life is being held Saturday 28th May to Sunday 29th May 2011 at the Hawkesbury Showground.

We will have a great time and it will be an experience to remember.

Give up one hour of your weekend to relay for life.

The relay commences at 10:00am on Saturday 28th May and ceases at 10:00am on Sunday 29th May.

Our team is implementing a roster in which every team member is required to do a stint of at least 1 hour (Kristina Dimech managed a massive 9 hour stint last year… let’s see if she can beat it this year!!!).

Those members that wish to stay for the full 24 hours are obviously more than welcome and we will be camping overnight on site if anyone else wants to join us with their tent and sleeping bag.

To join our team, click the link below and join up today!

If you are not able to join us at the relay but would like to make a contribution to our teams fundraising, please click the link below to go to our teams site and make a donation.
Remember any donation over $2 is tax deductible but more importantly, every dollar makes a difference.
We appreciate any support you can give.

If you aren’t able to make a monetary donation but would like to donate an item or service that we can use in a raffle, please feel free to contact me so we can get a raffle started.
No item is too small (or too big!).

http://relay.cancercouncil.com.au/2011/hawkesbury_2011/Advantage-Tennis-Academy/

I would like to thank you for taking the time to read this email and also hope that you can help our team make a difference.

Cheers,

Kaz xx

Link to Cancer Council – Hawkesbury Advantage Tennis Academy\'s sponsorship page

There are 227 entries for the Barry Carne Memorial, to be held at the weekend at Wagga Wagga, N.S.W.

The race recommenced last season after the drought finally broke and Lake Albert was again filled, for the first time in many years.

It was won last year by Steven Morley behind Bernie Elliott’s Revival.

The challenge goes out again to all comers to race for this prestigious title.

The Calcutta will be held on Saturday Night at the Wagga Boat Club to decide the poll positions for the Open Final.

This is always guaranteed to be a fun night !

A courtesy bus will run on Saturday evening with pickups from
motels at 6.30pm and 7.30pm and return trips.

Race numbers will be supplied to team captains.

Trophies will be presented at the end of each day.

Classes may be joined at the discretion of the Organisers.

Facebook event page – https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=182192428490018

Sat 14th May
Events 1 – 7
7.30 – 8.00am Breath Testing
8.00 am Briefing
8.30am Start

Events 8 – 12
Breath Testing will commence at the conclusion of race 6
Briefing will commence at the conclusion of race 7

Sunday 15th May
Events 13 – 16
8.00 – 8.30am Breath Testing
8.30 am Briefing
9.00am Start

Events 17 – 25
Breath Testing will commence at the conclusion of race 15
Briefing will commence at the conclusion of race 16

Daniel (Boonie) & Lee Campbell have welcomed to the world, Henry Daniel Campbell.

Lee has described him as ‘..our beautiful little boy’.

Congratulations from ski racers the world over !

Round 4 of the British Nationals take place the weekend of May 28th.

Please find attached the Hospitality and Social Events booking form for the 17th World Championships.

Confirmation due by July 31st 2011.
* Please refer to the PDF for prices. *

VIP Corporate Hospitality

Enjoy this unique event and it’s racing up close and personal and in style with our VIP Corporate Hospitality.

Located on the waterfront you will have the ultimate viewing of the racing for the 4 racing days.

Our VIP Corporate Hospitality package includes, buffet lunch, soft drinks and water, tea and coffee in the comfort of the VIP marquee with inside and outside seating.

Beer, wine and spirits will be available at bar prices.

You will also be treated to guest speakers attending the VIP marquee throughout the event and free pit access.

* Bookings Close 31st July 2011

Final Presentation

The official final presentation of the 2011 World Waterski Racing Championships will take place on site at Pelican Park.

Enjoy a sit down buffet lunch on the foreshore with official proceedings closing the event.

Buffet lunch included with ticket entry fee, drinks at bar prices.

Competitors and teams entry is free, however booking is essential. (Competitors and teams will need to produce their event credentials at the venue to gain free access)

*Friends, family and guest passes available via this form.

**Competitor and team passes are strictly non transferable.

* Bookings Close 31st July 2011

Official After Party

The 2011 World Waterski Racing Championship Official After Party will be held on site Saturday 17th of September, 7pm to 12am.

Unwind Saturday night after the inaugural World Waterski Racing Championship in Queensland.

You will be treated to finger food, soft drinks and water, live music, entertainment and more!

This event will be held in our VIP Corporate Hospitality Marquee on the waterfront.

* Bookings Close 31st July 2011.

World Event Booking Form 2011

Confirmations may be faxed, emailed or posted to the below details.

For all enquiries and bookings please contact:
Southside Promotions Pty Ltd 5 Woolboard Rd, Port Melbourne VIC 3207
Ph: 03 9646 6922 Fax: 03 8612 3623  rikki.dryden@southsidepromotions.com.au

World Titles Marquee Garage bookings are essential.

** Limited number available.**

Marquee garages are powered, have lighting and enclosed.

Allocation of garages will be on a first in first served basis.

Marquee garages will be available from Wednesday7th September to Sunday 18th September.

Garage Marquee booking cut off date is 31st July 2011.

Please fax, email or post in your booking to Southside Promotions on the attached details.

Southside Promotions Pty Ltd
5 Woolboard Rd Port Melbourne VIC 3207
Ph: 03 9646 6922 Fax: 03 8612 3623
rikki.dryden@southsidepromotions.com.au

World Titles Marquee Garage Booking Form 2011

Victorian ski racing legend, Shane Floyd and his wife Mel, happily announce the birth of Frankie Jean Floyd on the 2nd of May.

12 days late, the birth was long, but trouble free.

8.38lbs, with Black hair and blue eyes. ‘Gorgeous’, says Shane.

Congratulations guys and welcome Frankie !

Vera Van Den Bossche has provided an information pack and entry form for the European Cup being held 02-03 July 2011 Geel

Round Three of the UK National Championship – May 14th and 15th 2011

The American Water Ski Educational Foundation’s 10-member Hall of Fame Selection Committee has announced that former water ski racing athlete Debbie Nordblad of Claremont, Calif.,will be the 2011 AWSEF Water Ski Hall of Fame inductee. The 29th annual induction ceremony took place April 30 at the Lakeland Center in Lakeland, Florida

Here is the event schedule for the 2011 World Water Ski Racing Championships:

Below is Bulletin 1 for the 2011 World Water Ski Racing Championships.

Download: 2011 World Water Ski Racing Championships – Bulletin 1

The Official Hotel for the World Championships is the MON KOMO, located on the beach at Redcliffe. 99 Marine Parade Redcliffe.

This is a 5 minute drive from the race site.

The Hotel consists of hotel and multi room apartments.

OAKS MON KOMO fact sheet

All bookings need to be done through Peta Smail her email is smail.peta@gmail.com

Rick Love says ‘ I cannot express how much I think it is important for the whole Australian Team to stay together.’

‘ There has been a lot of discussion regarding accommodation, there is an Official Hotel and all Team officials will be staying there as well as International Competitors. To create a great Team environment as we had in Belgium I think it would be great if we were all in the same location.’

Hello everyone,

Welcome to the second Bulletin. The final of the selection series is drawing closer and the Team is nearing its completion.

Australian Worlds Selection Entry Form for races 6 & 7 at Moreton Bay and Current Pointscore Standings.

Australian World Selection Entry Form races 6 & 7

POINTS STANDINGS

Please see attached points spreadsheet, please remember that you drop your worst two results, including a none start, none enter, did not finish and even a finish with a points result. It is your worst two results regardless of what they may be.

Point Score Standings WS 2011

Chris Stout fastest man down the Hawkesbury River for the 3rd time in a row in this years Bridge To Bridge 1Up , Stouty not only won the ski race but recorded a quicker time than the power boats that had competed earlier in the day on the same course.

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Round 2 of the British Racing Championships were cancelled this weekend due to bad weather. Brit Kids were due to race Saturday Morning while the main & support races on Sunday.

Steve Dyer of Stockphoto.com.au is offering 25% off photographs from the Saturday morning races at the 2011 Southern 80.

The discount code to get 25% off is SKIRACE

You can see the complete collection at www.stockphoto.com.au and you can search for your boat name in the search box at the upper right hand side of his site.

Hellrazor towing Peter Proctor & Jason Walmsley took out the GTS Freight Management Mildura 100 and thereby took a clean sweep in the King of the Murray. This year the King of the Murray included the Berri 100, Southern 80 & Mildura 100 (Robinvale not included as the event was not held due to high water)
The team of driver Mark Cranny & observer Damien Matthews took the Superclass event in a record time of 31:27 taking 3 seconds off the 2008 time set by Hellbent with skiers Jason Walmsley and Chris Gelle. Hellrazor also took 2 seconds off the record time in the James Transport Dash for Cash.

A number of records were broken over the weekend and full results can now be found on the Mildura Ski Club Web page

Burnham On Sea hosted round 1 of the 2011 Championships. Full results are available to download. Photos provided by Tim Tapping.

On-board footage from superclass boat Top Gun in the 2011 GTS Mildura Easter 100 Dash for Cash. Qualifying 3rd at 123mph for the main race on Sunday.

Click here to watch heaps of Southern 80 videos now on YouTube.

The footage below is by Philbie.

Congratulations to the team of Hellrazor who won the 2011 Club Marine Southern 80 in a time of 30.58.52

You can download all the results from the S80 site at www.southern80.com.au

Rob Storum has provided pictures from Burnt out Blazen. After winning the Bakers Blitz and starting 1st on Sunday a fire ripped through the boat Blazen. Both crew jumped to safety with Noel Griffin sustaining burns to his hands.

Rob Storum has provided the following shots from this years Southern 80

Billy Lacroix has taken numerous photos of the Technical Day held at Viersel on Sunday April 17th.

Vienna is host to the 1st European Cup Race of 2011 . The Blue Danube Race will take place the weekend 10th-12th June 2011

Rob Storum was at the 5th round of the Aussie World Selection Races to capture Australia’s best in action and fighting for places in their national squad.

Check out Rob’s latest pictures taken from this year’s 2011 Speed & Marathon Championships in Australia.

2011 GTS Freight Management Mildura 100 from Julie Golledge on Vimeo.

Good Friday

Scruitneering at GTS Freight Management, cnr 14th Street & Benetook avenue
10am to 4pm
Briefing 4.30pm at GTS Freight Management

Racing Easter Saturday

Please Note:- CHANGE from previous years, All Boats with a “Baldwin Boats” Tow/Trailer Pass will be launched at Baldwin Boats, All Boats with a “Ski Club” Tow/Trailer Pass will be launched at the Ski Club. All Boats must be launched by our Tractors.

There will be NO access to the Bridge Ramp at all over Easter Saturday or Sunday.

7.00 am Breath testing at the club site and Baldwin’s for all Social classes.

8.30 am: First Social Boat away.

11.30am: Expected start time for return leg of social classes.

1.00pm Breath Testing at the Club site only (NOT at Baldwins) for all Saturday afternoon competitors.

3.00 pm: “James Transport” Dash for Cash. *

3.30 pm: Presidents Invitational Dash, Veterans, Senior Social, Tadpoles & Disabled. *

* Estimated start times

3.00 pm: James Transport “Dash For Cash”. Pschye Bend to the Ski Club 14 km.

3.30 pm: Presidents Invitational will be at 1 minute intervals and placings will NOT rank for Sundays start order following Super Class and will start 2 minutes after Super Class Dash.
Veterans, Senior Social, Tadpoles and Disabled.

Racing Easter Sunday

Please Note:- CHANGE from previous years, All Boats with a “Baldwin Boats” Tow/Trailer Pass will be launched at Baldwin Boats, All Boats with a “Ski Club” Tow/Trailer Pass will be launched at the Ski Club. All Boats must be launched by our Tractors.

7.00am Breath testing at the club and Baldwin’s for ALL competitors

8.30 am: First Superclass boat away from the club site.

12 noon: Expected time of first boat to start on return leg

Presentations:

Saturday and Sundays Classes will be presented after racing Sunday.

The 2011 CLUB MARINE SOUTHERN 80 IS ON 15th -17th APRIL 2011

Welcome to the 2011 Club Marine Southern 80 from Julie Golledge on Vimeo.

Entry to the Victoria Park Compound is $20 per day or $30 for the weekend.

Schedule of events, classes offered and other information, please visit the Southern 80 web page

On the race weekend, the results will be twittered on our twitter page – so make sure that you are following us on Twitter

Over 500 entries are in the program – about 30 boats less than the February event and there looks to be to some great racing on the river.

Schedule of Events

Friday 15th April 2011

Cantech Breakfast with the stars 7am – 9am, Kerribee Sound Shell Moama. Open to all Boats, – from 7am to 9am boats to arrive at 6.30am, (Win Race Entry fee back)

Scrutineering, will be held at MWSC Office – 72 Annesley st Echuca 11am to 5pm

Launch Night 8pm to Midnight Corporate Compound – Victoria Park Boat Ramp Tickets available via MWSC Office

Saturday 16th April 2011

Social Classes Start Racing 8.30am Torrumbarry Weir to Victoria Park Boat Ramp Echuca

Total Tools Static Display 9am – 12 noon Hare st Echuca 9am to approx 1pm. Open to all boats, (No entry before 7am), Trophy for best presented Inboard & Outboard

Victoria Park Action
8am – till close
Freestyle MotoX exhibiton (at various times during the day),
Displays including Southern 80 Merchandise, Drag Boats, Air Brush Tattoos, Plaster Fun Painting
Food and Drinks available on site. NO BYO Alcohol permitted.

Veterans, Senior Social, Junior Social, Sub Juniors, 70mph & 60mph Social, Tadpoles, Disabled – 12 noon, Five Mile Boat Ramp to Victoria Park Boat Ramp,

Beechworth Bakeries Bakers Blitz, Presidents Dash, 3.30pm, Five Mile Boat Ramp to Victoria Park Boat Ramp

Presentation, Once all the boats have been accounted for, and the final results posted, Victoria Park Boat Ramp – Presentation area.

Sunday 17th April 2011

Expert Classes 14- 20, 8.30am, Torrumbarry Weir to Victoria Park Boat Ramp

Victoria Park Action – 8am – till close

Freestyle MotoX exhibiton,
Aerobatic display by the RAAF Roulettes
Displays including Southern 80 Merchandise, Drag Boats, Air Brush Tattoos, Plaster Fun Painting
Food and Drinks available on site. NO BYO Alcohol permitted.
No Dogs allowed.

Blitz Boats First in order of finishing – 12 noon – Torrumbarry Weir to Victoria Park Boat Ramp
Presidents Dash In order of finishing
Rest of classes 1-13

Presentation, Once all the boats have been accounted for, and the final results posted.Victoria Park Boat Ramp – Presentation area.

Parks Victoria Update

River Red Gum parks are flourishing for Southern 80 – Media Release
Refer to the Parks Victoria website regarding Murray River Reserves

Download a brochure here about the Gunbower National Park, which includes the Torrumbarry area

Koondrook – Perricoota Forest Updated

Download the information about the forest closure

For further information visit the Southern 80 web page

16 Year old Robin Marien dominated the Juniors at the 2010 European Championships held in Arcos De La Fontera Spain.