We are delighted to announce that our club was highly successful in the Awards ceremony on Friday night for the Australia Sailing – Victoria division at Sandringham Yacht Club.
Rod Thomas was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award, Luke Tupper with the Official of the Year Award, VIODA and Leah Keh with the Sport Promotion award, and Ros Marshall with the Volunteer of the Year Award. Rod and Luke are current ASC members and the Opti Association, Leah and Ros have been part of the winter training program at ASC over recent months and are regular (and most welcome!) visitors to our club.
Congrats to all of these winners — we are proud to have you associated with our club.
Full extracts of the Awards are outlined below (thanks to Aust Sailing for the content):
Rod Thomas:
Luke Tupper:
Luke has dedicated over a decade to the development of race officials in Victoria, serving in executive roles on the Victorian Race Officials Committee and now as its Chair. He has been instrumental in mentoring upcoming officials, particularly in umpiring and judging, and continues to provide on-water support and guidance at events. Beyond this, Luke has played a pivotal role in establishing and organising schools team racing in Victoria, where his leadership, administration, and hands-on involvement have shaped its success.
Leah Keh and the Opti Association:
VIODA and Leah have transformed the way sailing is promoted through creativity, leadership, and dedication. Promotional engagement significantly grew, inspired new families into the sport, and positioned junior sailing as inclusive and accessible. Beyond promotion, vibrant community programs have been built at Albert Park Lake, revitalised international exchanges, launched the Sail It Forward donation campaign, and championed initiatives such as Girls Camp and the Umpire Cup. Their ability to connect people, secure sponsorship, and tell powerful stories has elevated sailing in Victoria and beyond, leaving a lasting impact on the sport and its future.
Ros Marshall
Rosaline is an outstanding volunteer whose selfless dedication has made a remarkable impact on youth sailing in Victoria through her tireless work with the Victorian International Optimist Dinghy Association. From organising training camps and regional regattas to creating a welcoming environment at events, she plays a vital role in connecting families, coaches, and sailors across the state. Known for her generosity, inclusiveness, and quiet leadership, Rosaline embodies the true spirit of volunteerism and has helped open opportunities for countless young sailors.
Cindy Tilbrook
Albert Sailing Club





















Thursday Snippets, 18 September
Club sailing day on Saturday 20 September, with club open from 10am, and Week 3 of 3 Week Bill Hooper short course series from 2pm. Sign On and 1.15 Information Session at Albert Sailing Club clubrooms, with Rod Thomas Race Officer coordinating sailing for the day. Also in the morning fourth and final week for new club members doing the Learn to Sail program in Pacer class boats through the Albert Park Boatshed.

The Spring Sailing Season commences on Saturday 4 October, with sailing on Saturdays weekly at 2.30. No club sailing on Albert Park Lake on the AFL Grand Final long weekend.
Albert Sailing Club members and visitors have been invited to join Albert Park Yacht Club members in their clubrooms at 1pm on 4th for a Season Opening including a blessing of the fleet. There will be a Sail Past of boats at 2.15 and Ladies Bracelet and Spring Handicap 1 at 2.30.
Albert Sailing Club membership renewals for 2025/26 become due on 1 October. Two emails are programmed to be sent to current members on the 19/20 September– a letter on Membership Renewals and current club activity from the Commodore, and the Invoice for Membership and where relevant Boatyard Racking.
New member enquiries and applications are as always welcome. Information about the Club and Join the Club are on our club website www.albertsc.org.au
Guidelines for Casual Sailing for Albert Sailing Club members (and visitors) have been updated and can access on a link on Home of www.albertsc.org.au. In essence people sail at their own risk and should take account of factors such as prevailing weather conditions and their skill and experience level.
Upcoming
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Saturday 4 October morning next 4 week Learn to Sail program for current and new club members. Contact Geoff via training@albertsc.org.au by Saturday 20th if interested in the October course. There will be another from early November.
Saturday 11 October from 7pm our Annual Trivia Night in our ASC clubrooms preceded by dinner, drinks and chat time. ASC members, families and friends, and APYC members and visitors from other clubs most welcome. Details and Registration on club website.
Morning of 11 October first of our monthly Spring Informal Races and/or Casual Sailing sessions, with club boats available for Hire.
Sunday 19 October Social Sailing Day10.30 to 3.30 or so. For members, their families and friends and people with an interest in potentially joining our Club.
Rod Thomas
for Albert Sailing Club committee and members
Photo : Great shot of Sabre group sailing downwind in the APYC City Sail Women’s and Girls Regatta on the 13/14 September weekend. And good to see ASC’s Silke Schwartz out in Sabre 1653. Well done on the regatta APYC. Daryl Larcombe (APYC) photo. Thanks Daryl.