Mana Cruising Club eNewsletter - 18th September, 2025

From the Commodore

Welcome past Commodores, Honorary Life members, Veteran members, members and guests

Spring has reminded us its here at present, with constant Gale force northerly winds forecast for the next week or two, with the odd southerly turnaround plus there is also a tropical storm forecast with 58knots for the end of the month.

With Summer coming up, please remember the boat ramp etiquette….…….remove strops and flags, and get your boat ready outside of the barrier arm, plus please keep the ramp clear to allow other boaties inward and outward maneuverability, and if you are waiting for someone at the ramp, please show a bit of patience.

Do not leave your car and trailer unattended on the ramp while you park your boat at the breastworks.

The Clubs proposed New Constitution Draft has been circulated via email for feed back, and comments. First draft reviews are being undertaken with the next version out shortly, after a legal review, so it will be ready for presentation at the AGM.

2025 MCC AGM

The date has been set for Sunday 12th October, 2-4pm, and the Opening Day will follow on Saturday 18th October.

Club Trophies

The following trophy's are normally presented at the AGM,

“Goldie Cup” awarded for the most improved cruising performance,

“Balsillie Memorial Trophy” awarded for the most improved Coastal Cruise,

“Colombia Award” awarded to the person making the greatest contribution to the progress of the club,

“Boatswains Award” awarded to the person providing most assistance to the club,

“Wooden Spoon” awarded to the Chief stirrer,

“Bridge Trophy” awarded for the greatest boating blunder

“Capacious Trophy” awarded for the Largest Fish

“Tamahine” award for the most meritorious fish

We have had some nominations for the “Bridge Trophy”, however I'm sure there are more tales to come.

Mana Marina have advised us that subject to weather conditions that they intend to start entrance dredging operations on September 22-25th. Preliminary work will actually start on the 19th, and whilst the Marina entrance should be open at all times, caution is advised as their barge “Grey Ghost” will be present, and is contactable on VHF Channel #6.

Travel Lift has been out of action for the last week whilst new steel cables, and other maintenance work was carried out. A huge thanks to Ted Coates for stepping in and helping the club out over this.

Always happy to discuss any items personally with members at their leisure.

Membership Renewals

Credit Card Payments
Our Credit Card payment gateway provider has finally tracked down the issue affecting Mastercards and this problem should now be resolved

Please visit the Member's Portal https://manacc.nz to make a credit card payment - any payment to the club can be made through this facility.

As this is a portal for members only, registration ensures only current members can view the information. When you register, the system will check your membership number and email address exist in our membership database. If they do, you will be granted access immediately. If you get a message that you cannot register, please get in touch via email to support@manacc.nz

Cards, Flags and Stickers
If you have paid, these can be collected from the office or the bar. If you need them mailed to you, please contact the office @ office@manacc.co.nz

FINAL DATE FOR PAYMENTS OF SUBS IS 30th SEPTEMBER

If you have not paid your subs, you will not be entitled to the privileges of the Club - this includes not being served alcohol in the wardroom, access to the boat ramp and other member services.

If you have not received an email regarding your subs renewal, please contact Denise at the office

If you have any questions, ideas for improvement or anything in relation to the membership process and membership portal, please let us know.

Thank you,
The Treasurer

Happy Hour

When: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights (4–6 PM)
Specials: Includes Beer, Wine, and RTDs

Duty Managers

We are currently looking for some extra duty managers to help on a casual basis. If this is you, then please contact Denise in the office, for more details

Thursday Night Winners

Raffle Prizes

$50 Gift Card (Prestons)
Vouchers from New World, KP Marine, Mobil, Woolworths, and GoFuel

Locker Draw

This Week’s Prize: $500.00

Alex Tollenaar drew the 8 of Clubs

Alex Tollenaar drew the Ace of Clubs

He took away both $25.00 bar tab vouchers

Next Week’s Fund

$550……

Club Cruises

Next Planned Cruise

Labour Weekend

Weather permitting, we will plan a long weekend cruise to Queen Charlotte Sound.

Elliot Falconer has kindly agreed to c0-ordinate this cruise and traditionally this is a new members cruise, to help them get used to crossing the strait with the company of other club members boats, however other members are welcome to tag along.

Interested members are welcome to come to the club next Thursday 25th, on club night at 6pm for a meeting to discuss this further.

Safe Boating!

Pontoons - Installation date is expected in the next few weeks, so we will be looking for a small group of volunteers, to assist committee members in the assembly.

$225.00 per block or $675.00 for a row of 3

Contact the office on 04-2331578 or the committee now

Membership Renewals

Dates for Your Diary

Club Cruises

Pontoons - Installation date is expected in the next few weeks, so we will be looking for a small group of volunteers, to assist committee members in the assembly.

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