Police were tasked to several incidents involving vessels in distress, capsized vessels as well as boats and property which had broken loose in the wild weather.

Two people were rescued off the beach at Tangalooma after their vessel overturned near the wrecks when a severe storm cell struck. The man and woman managed a lucky escape to safety on the shore after the boat beached itself before capsizing.

Earlier, police received a call in relation to a vessel in distress off Green Island after a storm caused its’ sails to rip off and it ran aground. Police managed to contact those on board to confirm they were thankfully all safe and well.

Sergeant Daniel Moyle from Brisbane Water Police said with further storms predicted for this evening, boaties should keep an eye on the weather forecasts before heading out.

“I would also urge boat owners to ensure unattended vessels are properly secured at their mooring and that there is no loose property on board,” Sergeant Moyle said.

Other precautions include:

• Plan your trip or return to safe anchorage for the duration of the storms.
• Monitor weather and remain in a safe place until after the storm has passed.
• Have a plan and let someone know where you are. Including who is on the vessel, details of your plan and details of the vessel.
• If required used extra lines and appropriate anchoring equipment for the type of vessel being secured.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink on 131 444 or provide information using the online form 24hrs per day.

You can report information about crime anonymously to Crime Stoppers, a registered charity and community volunteer organisation, by calling 1800 333 000 or via crimestoppersqld.com.au 24hrs per day.

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As the Club continues to grow with family members and youth sailors, the Club’s focus is to provide a facility with the introduction of kids learn to sail and stand up paddle boarding, just to name a few. While these sports are applied, SYC will maintain the involvement of all current activities that are currently hosted on the lake including rowing and outrigging. A newly designed café will also be implemented into the Clubhouse where the community can refresh with a cold beverage or a bite to eat while utilising the facility.

“While our main focus for the new development is to offer affordable on water activities and to increase sailing awareness, we are also highly focused on building a greater community club for all,” said General Manager Brett James.

Area Councillor William Owen-Jones said “we are very excited to have come to an agreement with the Southport Yacht Club regarding this facility. The Yacht Club is an institution on the Gold Coast and with so many young families in the northern growth corridor, the opportunities for young people to engage in water based activities are endless”.

With continual growth, over 10,000 children per year currently participate in sailing activities at the Club’s Sailing Academy, located on the Gold Coast Broadwater at Hollywell.

Being the only yacht club on the Gold Coast, SYC’s vision has always been to focus on the best interests of its members whether it be during on water activities, social gatherings and the utilisation of the Club’s other facilities. While no gaming facilities are present at SYC, the Club remains steady with a positive cash flow.

A launch of the facility will be held in early May, inviting all Club members, guests and member of the Community for a free family fun day, including free discover sailing, stand up paddle boarding, entertainment plus much more.

For further information please contact Southport Yacht Club Marketing Manager, Bronwen Hemmings via Marketing.Manager@southportyachtclub.com.au or 07 5591 3500

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Minister for State Development, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and Planning, Cameron Dick said the master plan will establish a shared vision for the long-term future of The Spit.

“The community will be involved throughout the master planning process, as we work with a highly talented group of planning and design experts to produce an outstanding master plan for The Spit,” Mr Dick said.

“This is a fantastic opportunity to create jobs for the Gold Coast through tourism, entertainment and recreation, while preserving the character of The Spit.

“The master plan will include input from the Gold Coast City Council and the Gold Coast Waterways Authority.

“People can visit https://www.qld.gov.au/southport-spit, to find information about the pop-up sessions and how to subscribe to receive updates about the consultation process.”

Member for Gaven, Meaghan Scanlon said the pop-up sessions offered residents the perfect opportunity to have their views heard on the future of The Spit.

“I would urge everyone who is interested in the future of this iconic part of the Coast to visit one of the pop-up stalls and have their say,” Ms Scanlon said.

Information collected at the pop-up sessions will feed into a major consultation event to be held in late April, which will enable key stakeholders to put forward their vision for the future of The Spit and contribute to setting the direction of the master planning process.

The Coordinator-General has independently assessed the City of Gold Coast’s application for its proposed ocean-side cruise ship terminal to be declared a coordinated project and, in light of the current master planning process, has decided not to declare the project.

The Coordinator-General’s decision does not prevent the council from progressing the proposal, nor does it preclude the council from reapplying to the Coordinator-General following the completion of the master plan.

Mr Dick said the recent release by the government of an Invitation to Offer for master planning services is an important step in the master plan process and encouraged interested consultants to visit the Queensland government’s QTenders website.

Offers must be submitted by 2pm Tuesday 6 February 2018.

RELATED LINKS

https://haveyoursay.dilgp.qld.gov.au/the-spit

https://www.statedevelopment.qld.gov.au/major-projects/community-consultation.html

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Owner operators, James & Diana Keay explain, “We want to be where the action is. The marina is under new management, and you can see and feel the community spirit of the marine industry.”

The trade shop is set up and fully stocked to provide an extensive range of boat building and repair products. James says, “As boat builders, we can advise customers about the best products for each application, based on our first-hand experience.”

Products include:

 Antifouling and epoxy coatings;

 Fibreglass products, resins, flow coats and gelcoats;

 Primers, base coats, top coats, 2-pack solids, clear coats;

 Epoxy & epoxy glues and spray adhesives;

 Thermo-lite Composite Board; and,

 Safety wear and tools.

Diana points out, “You still get our valued customers coming through the door, and we are meeting a new community of enthusiastic boat builders and DIY boat owners.”

Regular customers can order over the phone and have orders delivered the next day.

“Our hands-on knowledge has made us the go-to-point for boat builder supplies. We service a customer base from Ballina and Tweed Heads, throughout the Gold Coast and Brisbane, right up to the Sunshine Coast,” says Diana. “The kettle’s always on, so drop in to say hello and have a look at the new shop and facilities. They look fantastic.”

Call on 55 29 4448 or send an email to discuss your requirements.

OPEN HOURS:

Monday to Thursday (7.30 to 4pm)

Friday (7.30am to 3pm)

Saturday mornings (8am to 12pm)

PACIFIC PAINTS & FIRBREGLASS

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Cabbage Tree Point Rd

Woongoolba QLD 4207

PH: (07) 5529 4448

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It is the first time any facility has achieved this accolade under the Boatyard category as the ‘Hall of Fame’ was specifically created to recognise marinas that have consecutively won a major Australian ‘Marina of the Year’ category – a track record only achieved by the Coomera-based service facility.

Trenton Gay, CEO of Gold Coast City Marina and Shipyard said “We are delighted and humbled to be recognised. This award acknowledges all the hard work and dedication of not only the whole GCCM team but also our tenants. We are grateful for the support we receive from our customers and, of course, the MIA. In the end, it’s all about the customer, listening to what they want and striving to exceed their expectations through a process of continuing improvement. This award further motivates us to stay on the top of our game,” he said

Andrew Chapman CMM, President of the MIA said, “The MIA strives to support and encourage marinas to deliver exceptional facilities and service through our education and awards programs for the benefit of the boating public and the broader community. Gold Coast City Marina and Shipyard has consistently demonstrated this commitment to excellence and it is fitting it is the first facility to be inducted into the Hall of Fame for the boatyard category. We hope that this recognition motivates other boatyards to embark on a similar journey.”

The presentation was a highlight of the Gala Dinner and Club Marine Marina Awards Presentations at the Marine 17 International Conference and Exhibition in Sydney. Yet, it was not the only award presented to GCCM on the night. Owner and CEO, Trenton Gay, was recognised for his Outstanding Individual Contribution to the Industry through exemplary business practices and contribution to the marine sector and wider community. Trenton has worked tirelessly to highlight to local, State and Federal governments key industry issues such as dredging, Gold Coast customs clearance and much-needed changes to the regulations governing superyacht charter.

The recognition did not stop with the Hall of Fame and its CEO. GCCM was also bestowed the award for the Best Environmental Initiative by a Marina for its continued environmental improvement which has set a global benchmark. Initiatives which include water recycling, treatment and rainwater capture; on-site recycling of hard and liquid waste; and perhaps most impressively, the largest marine solar power in the world.   Only further demonstrated by the facilities recent 100% score on its Clean Marina audit.

Finally, GCCM employee and long-standing figure of the Australian marine industry, Steve Sammes, was nominated as the Marina Employee of the Year for his dedication to best practice marina management, outstanding customer service and leadership in the industry.

GCCM is no stranger to industry recognition and award ceremonies as in its 17 years of operations it has, in total, won the following honours to name a few:-

• MIA ‘Boatyard of the Year’ 2013/14
• Superyacht Australia’s ‘Service Provider of the Year’ 2015
• MIA’s ‘Boatyard of the Year’ 2015/2016
• MIA’s ‘Dry Storage Facility of the Year’ 2015/16
• AIMEX ‘Industry Champion for the Marine Export Sector’ 2017
• MIA’s ‘Best Environmental Initiative by a Marina’ 2016/2017
• MIA’s ‘Employee of the Year’, Steve Sammes, 2016/2017
• MIA’s ‘Marina Hall of Fame – Best Boatyard Category’ 2016/2017
• MIA’s ‘Outstanding Contribution by an Individual to the Industry’, Trenton Gay, 2016/2017

The facility is also accredited as a Level 3 International Clean Marina and Fish Friendly Marina.

The Gold Coasty City Marina and Shipyard is a trail blazer. Developed as a marine services cluster, there are over 65 marine related trades on-site making it the largest and most comprehensive marine service facility in the Southern Hemisphere.

“Our onsite trades at GCCM are the best of the best and they all like working together, that is why we have become one of Australia’s premier refit and repair facilities, and have been recognised with so many industry awards,” said Mr Gay.  “Nothing is too hard – we’ve got the right team, the right culture and facilities and we are passionate about getting boats back on the water on time and on budget – and crews love spending time on the Gold Coast,’ added Mr Gay.

To meet market demand and trends, GCCM continues to invest in upgrading its infrastructure and services, most recently investing in a 250-tonne Italian-built Ascom straddle lift. Other additions to the yard include 45-tonne hydraulic trailer, courtesy vehicles, solar power facilities, new superyacht work berths for vessels up to 65 metres with 400-amp power and vehicle access. Future developments will see a Stage 2 expansion to an adjacent 20-hectare site.



www.gccm.com.au


About Gold Coast City Marina and Shipyard

GCCM is situated on 17.5 hectares of zoned waterfront industry land which fronts the Coomera River at Waterway Drive. The marina and shipyard form an integral part of the 250-hectare ‘Gold Coast Marine Precinct’, the largest of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. GCCM is located 20 kilometres from Surfers Paradise and 55 kilometres from the Brisbane CBD.

/Sep-Dec2017

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