CLUB BASED OFF WATER VOLUNTEERS PROGRAMME 2020-2021
181 Westhaven Drive Westhaven Marina Auckland | (09) 360 6800 | Email reception@rnzys.org.nz | www.rnzys.org.nz
Vision: To be the leading local and international yacht club Purpose: To deliver outstanding experiences on and off the water
T H E VO LU N T E E R P R O G R A M M E M A N AG E R A N D S E N I O R C O N TA C T KIM BOND
Membership Director
kbond@rnzys.org.nz 027 555 9567 09 360 6804
SAM IRWIN
Membership Services
NIKKI HARKIN
Membership Services
reception@rnzys.org.nz 09 360 6800
Complimentary WiFi SSID: RNZYS Password: americascup
TERENCE BRADY Concierge
VOLUNTEERING AT RNZYS To meet our vision and purpose our Club has a number of unique opportunities during 2020/2021 when the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron celebrates the 150th Anniversary and hosts the defense of The 36th Americas Cup. Along with our ‘business as usual’ we can expect visitors to the RNZYS including: • Members of Yacht Clubs with whom we have reciprocal rights • Members of other New Zealand Yacht Clubs • Members of the public • People taking part in other events associated with either the Cup or our 150 year • Sponsors and VIPs • Media and many more All of the events will be taking place during our busy spring and summer racing seasons, and continue throughout the year for RNZYS’ sesquicentennial We want to ensure the business as usual events run smoothly alongside simultaneous functions - greeting and socialising with visitors, normal business operations, and the opportunity to showcase the club. Our building is attractive and unique in terms of its location and interior. It is also home to a large amount of Americas Cup memorabilia as well as one of the best collections of Yachting Cups and trophies in the World. The club has a number of event spaces with stunning panoramic harbour and marina views catering for a variety of events, together with a reasonable amount of parking and taxi access. There is a separate programme for the on water volunteers and along with our Sailing Director, Laurie Jury, Miranda Farr is the project coordinator for this group. The overall objectives for Club based activities are to • ensure members are well catered for during this busy period • provide effective hosting to visitors • showcasing the club at it’s very best • accommodate the members events simultaneously with external functions • be proactive attracting new members • encourage sales such as merchandise, food and beverage • lay the foundations the Team New Zealand fan base for future America’s Cups There are a variety of positions available which will help us achieve our purpose and vision through this period.
SAILING DIRECTOR
YOUTH TRAINING MANAGER
YOUTH TRAINING ASSISTANT
RACE MANAGER
SAILING ADMINISTRATOR
LEARN TO SAIL MANAGER
COACHES
PROFESSIONAL RACE OFFICER
COMMERICAL MANAGER
COMMODORE AARON YOUNG
CHECKMATE
GENERAL COMMITTEE
FLAGS
PR/COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
IN HOUSE GRAPHIC DESIGNER
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
HR MANAGER/ PA TO CEO
FINANCE MANAGER
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
VICE COMMODORE ANDREW AITKEN
MARGARITAVILLE MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
MEMBERSHIP SERVICES COORDINATOR
MEMBERSHIP ASSISTANT
CONCIERGE RECEPTION
OPERATIONS MANAGER EVENTS MANAGER
REAR COMMODORE GILLIAN WILLIAMS
MR KITE II
EVENTS CO-ORDINATOR
FACILITY MANAGER
DUTY MANAGERS
EXECUTIVE CHEF
SOUS CHEF
CHEF DE PARTIE
CHAIRMAN OF THE HOUSE GARRY SCARBOROUGH
WEDGETAIL
COMMIS CHEF(S)
KITCHEN HANDS
AGENCY STAFF
FOOD & BEVERAGE ATTENDANTS
AGENCY STAFF
RNZYS VOLUNTEERS REPRESENTING THE CLUB be positive be present be active be respectful be passionate Included: • Training: specific to the role or your area of expertise the training required to deliver consistently and clearly messaging • Health & Safety: briefing re processes and expectations should an incident or accident arise and include preventative actions • Support: via lead volunteer group and RNZYS staff • Wired: where it will be helpful radio devices will be issued so volunteers can communicate with staff • Meal and drink credit: when volunteering a minimum duty period of 4 hours • Lanyard: giving access for volunteers DRESS CODE • We prefer a white business style shirt with black or Navy trousers (or skirt for women) or a RNZYS branded polo shirt • Closed in footwear
GUIDELINES & REASONABLE PRACTICE The guidelines to ensure we are delivering a united front and ensure consistency across volunteers and staff, while being true to RNZYS’ culture and brand An Ambassador or Volunteer Representative: • helps members and visitors, gives advice related to the Club and activities, raises awareness of RNZYS and our history, supports the Clubs reputation and motivates a positive delivery - proud to represent the Club and tells the truth. • answer any relevant questions from existing and potential new members. They make every effort to support the good reputation of RNZYS • Social Media: not to compromise RNZYS or its guests with presence and personal profiles • is not permitted to work for competing companies or products at the same time. • does not make comment on topics of religion, race, politics or other points which may be considered sensitive. • operates in a manner that they have not and will never infringe the reputation of RNZYS • shall follow the instruction of senior staff (Head of Departments) or authorised delegated authority. communication without any exceptions according to the guideline. • Must not misuse information about the club for their own benefit maintaining the confidentiality of information for internal purposes. • follows the rules and terms of use of any discussion with the Volunteer manager • reports any activity or incident or hazard, without delay, which could cause harm to any member, visitor or staff
MEMBER VOLUNTEER CODE OF CONDUCT By agreeing to officiate in any event connected with the sport of sailing, every volunteer agrees to comply with this Code of Conduct for the purpose of providing a positive, safe and harassment-free environment for all those involved. Therefore, as a RNZYS Volunteer I shall: a) Place the safety and welfare of members, volunteers, officials, visitors, guests and staff above all else. b) Abide by the rules, regulations and laws that apply. c) Show respect for all members, volunteers, officials, visitors, guests and staff, regardless of their age, gender, ability, race, cultural background and any disabilities they may have. d) Be honest, impartial, consistent, objective and courteous. e) Refrain from behaviour which could reasonably be construed as bullying or harassment and promptly report any such behaviour to an appropriate person. f) Uphold the confidentiality of VIPs or communications I may be privy to. g) Maintain a good level of understanding and application of the rules, calls, procedures and policies applicable to my discipline and position. h) Avoid inappropriate conflicts of interest and disclose potential conflicts of interest before accepting an appointment, and promptly disclose potential conflicts of interest that become apparent. In cases of doubt I shall refer the case to RNZYS in good time and be bound by its reply. j) Refrain from consuming alcohol until duties are over for the day and refrain from engaging in inappropriate alcohol consumption at an event venue. k) Refrain from using illegal substances. l) Refrain from acting beyond the limits of my responsibilities, so as to usurp, undermine or needlessly criticize the performance of the tasks of other volunteers, members or staff.
m) Comply with all reasonable requests, directions and guidelines of RNZYS. n) Cooperate promptly in a full and frank manner with requests for information, investigations or other inquiries from RNZYS. o) I will inform RNZYS if I am the subject of a complaint or investigation or have been investigated, formally warned or prosecuted for offences involving children, violence, sexual offending or dishonesty. p) Refrain any action or omission which may bring RNZYS, the event I am engaged in, or the sport of sailing into disrepute. I, _________________________________________ Member # ______________ of Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron I agree to the following terms: 1. to abide by the RNZYS Official Code of Conduct and accept the guidelines and reasonable practise. 2. to report any breach of the Code of Conduct that I witness. 3. I acknowledge that if RNZYS receives a complaint or report that I have breached the Code of Conduct, then it is required to implement a complaint handling procedure, which RNZYS shall do in accordance with the principles of natural justice and the Club rules. 4. I acknowledge that disciplinary action may be taken against me for a proven or established breach of the Code of Conduct, and in the case of a serious breach, that may result in an immediate stand down and the RNZYS rules of Disciplinary process will apply. Signature: _____________________________ Date: _______
VOLUNTEER POSITIONS CLUB AMBASSADOR
HOUSEKEEPING
C O N S E R VAT I O N
Training: will include Americas Cup history, RNZYS history and how we have come to be, our vision for the future, health & safety, code of conduct
Training: will include the spaces, cleaning products etc. provided by our Cleaning Contractors
Training: will include an overview of what needs to be achieved and be led by the project co-ordinator who will break it down into manageable sections with a development plan as reference.
PA R K I N G
FIRST AID
Duties: to meet and greet visitors, host small groups to tour the club, promote our history and club membership. With a start in the foyer and a finish in the shop, this short tour opportunity will be all inclusive depending on room availability – taking in the trophy cabinets, library, Committee room, Members Bar and Quarterdeck Restaurant.
DOO R WE LCO M E TO E VE NTS
Duties: to welcome members / guests on arrival at either the main entrance or eastern entrance, check ticket entry and direct to venue space. Training: will include how we welcome guests and scan tickets for entry, interaction with security personnel, health & safety, code of conduct.
RNZ YS SHOP
Duties: to be engaging with potential customers, ensure the merchandise is presented at its best by folding, hanging, and keeping the sizes topped up from the storeroom, notif ying as stock needs to be re-ordered, wrapping/bagging purchases. Training: will include how we help sales, stock our store, process for topping up stock, wrapping of gif ts, and anything else related
Duties: to ensure the Club is kept clean and tidy between visits from our Cleaning Contractors – this is important but the less glamorous side of hosting a number of people on a daily basis, and reflects the clubs enthusiasm to present the premises at its best (common spaces, locker rooms and toilets are included).
Duties: to ensure that during special events there is easy parking solutions for drivers so their experience is the best it can be for members and guests. Parking will be a premium and need to be managed carefully with skilled / patient operators. Obviously an outdoor job with a clear communication element required of volunteers Training: will include the expectations of the area, parking permits and the options available for surplus vehicles.
S P O N S O R S H I P/ M E D I A
Duties: to assist the Commercial and Communications Managers with details in this area as required and may include directing media and help with sponsors
Duties: : work to protect and restore the natural vegetation and waterways around our property, Lidgard House, Kawau Island. There is an extensive and visionary plan as a legacy which requires a committed working group who are able to help with clearing and planting.
Duties: to assist during events with any medical situations that may arise
T R A N S L AT O R S E R V I C E S
Duties: to interpret various nationalities – likely in verbal presentations and on occasion maybe print material
A D M I N A S S I S TA N C E
Duties: to assist with planning and set up of events from an administrative point of view. Preparing responses to Letters of Introduction for reciprocal rights, invitation management and much more.
HEALTH & SAFETY PROCEDURES To maintain a safe working environment the Employee is required to comply with the Organisation’s health and safety rules and procedures and take reasonable care to ensure their health and safety and the health and safety of others in the workplace. The Employee must also comply with any safety and health requirements of any principal to which the Organisation is contracted to carry out work for.
RNZYS is informed of any ACC claims by employees and we need to match them up with the incidents listed in this register.
Below are some outlines of common Health and Safety related procedures:
Hardcopy of the Hazard Register located next to the Health and Safety Manual and Incident Reports in the Main Office white shelves. If you see any new major hazards, please complete the form for any new hazards. If unsure, see your Head of Department or Facility Manager.
FIRST AID KITS, FIRST AIDERS, DEFIBRILLATORS First Aid kits are provided throughout the Squadron. The locations are: • • • • •
Main Office - kitchenette Members Bar Kitchen Upstairs Kitchen Downstairs Youth Training Building
There are several trained First Aiders throughout the Squadron; a list will be on Main Office noticeboard. RNZYS has one defibrillator set which is located at the front entrance under the noticeboard. WORK INJURIES You must report all on-the-job injuries, no matter how slight, to your Manager immediately. Following any treatment, you/they must then complete an Incident Report for file. Hardcopy forms can be found in the main office in the white shelves in Health and Safety Manual or in the Share Drive under H&S. Once complete, please give the hardcopy to the Facility Manager. The details are then entered in the Accident Incident Register and are signed off by you and your Manager.
There are a number of First Aiders on staff that can assist you if required. If you need additional treatment, you should see a professional. HAZARDS
For any minor hazards, please try and mitigate there impact in the first instance. HEALTH AND SAFETY COMMITTEE Health and safety is of concern to all of us here at RNZYS. It is in everyone’s interest to ensure that our workplace and our working habits are safe on and off the water The Health and Safety Committee includes staff from all squadron departments and the purpose is to provide a forum for all staff to contribute towards continual improvement of our health and safety standards. Meetings are scheduled monthly. The meetings are chaired by the Facility Manager. All staff are encouraged to approach any member of the committee with ideas for improvement of safety standards or to report safety hazards within the squadron premises. The Committee is there to promote the awareness and understanding of health and safety related matters as well as to co-ordinate your ideas and problems and ensure remedial action is taken. Names of Committee members are posted on the Staff Notice Board in the Main Office.
FIRE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES IN THE EVENT OF ANY EMERGENCY PHONE 111 AND STATE POLICE / FIRE / MEDICAL Then report directly to Reception or an RNZYS Manager When practical soon after an event: record all details known to you or observed during the emergency in your own words and submit to an RNZYS Manager
FIRE If you discover a fire: • Activate the alarm and dial 111 • Alert people in your area and the warden • Do not extinguish the fire unless there is no personal danger to you or anyone else • If time permits and there is no danger, close all doors and windows • Assist visitors and disabled persons to evacuate • After evacuation meet at the assembly point in teams If the fire alarm sounds: • Walk quickly to your nearest exit • Do not stop to take personal items with you • Assist visitors and disabled persons to evacuate • Meet at the assembly area and report to wardens Do not leave the assembly area until your warden or the fire service has said you can. EVACUATION PROCEDURE
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REPORT TO WARDENS - MEET AT ONE OF THE TWO ASSEMBLY POINTS
Follow warden’s instructions Assist visitors and disabled persons to evacuate Walk to the nearest exit Keep together with the nearest people around you Use the stairs (not the lift) Do not go back to collect personal items
EASTERN ENTRANCE (AT THE ROUNDABOUT) FOOTPATH (NEAREST TO MARINA) BY THE MAIN ENTRANCE …
RNZYS MEMBERSHIP Membership Department New member applications Events and functions Breeze magazine and newsletter contributions Merchandise for shop and online store Our community includes a varied demographic – male and female, generally 5 to 95 years of age - with a shared interest in either sailing/ boating and/or the social aspect of the Club. Many see the value in networking opportunities on a professional or community level. Total number of members to September is approximately 3,500 How we achieve this • optimise all opportunities to sell memberships • communicate the value of RNZYS membership • ensure members are warmly welcomed and included at every opportunity • provide a calendar of events and offers which are appropriate, exciting and attractive to all groups and ages • discounts for merchandise, food and beverage - instore and online • reciprocal rights with 55 yacht clubs around the world The success of ETNZ has given RNZYS the opportunity to provide a totally unique experience for members which no other club has. As the home Club of Team New Zealand the Squadron has been given exposure on the world stage. RNZYS App Members download the App free of charge which gives access to Club information including: Membership card – by barcode on a smartphone Calendar of events, Club communications and notifications Marine weather forecast Race Office – entries, results, courses, boat register, regatta docs and much more Birthday Voucher A beverage voucher is emailed to members for the month of their birthday.
House Charge Account Members can apply to have a credit account – applications are available online and at Reception. A direct debit authority will be required with the completed House Account application. Loyalty Points As members spend and swipe their membership cards points accumulate which can be spent on later purchases in the bars, restaurant or instore. Partner and Corporate Offers Current offers are available on the website and Facebook page: RNZYS Business Directory Membership Categories (option to pay subs monthly) RNZYS encourages new applicants to join for a minimum 24 month period and be invested in our yacht club
Category
Entrance Fee
Annual Description Sub
Associate
N/A
$135
of a full member living at the same address (Full/ Country/Overseas) spouse or partner
Country
$300
$345
resides more than 80 km’s away from RNZYS
Crew
$300
$345
18 to 29 years of age and not boat owner (over 30 years a non-boat owner can have a maximum of 5 years in the Crew category)
Family
$600
$835
Generally a full, associate and up to 3 junior members
Full
$600
$650
All boat owners, and social members
Junior
N/A
$135
0 to 18 years of age
Overseas
$750
$345
offshore residence
Corporate
TBA
TBA
generally up to 4 memberships and benefits customised
DINING MEMBERS BAR O pen 7 Days | 12pm to 8 pm subject to change
Q U A R T E R D E C K R E S TA U R A N T O p e n We d n e s d ay to Fr i d ay subject to change
R E S E R VAT I O N S R E C O M M E N D E D reception@rnzys.org.nz +64 9 360 6800
C O M P L I M E N TA R Y P A R K I N G
Is available within the white lines For parking longer than 2 hours weekdays please register your number plate at the machine in reception. D R E S S C O D E E X P E C TAT I O N : S M A R T C A S U A L
We recommend an open-collared shirt, polo or smart tee with a pair of pants, chinos, dark denim jeans or tailored shorts for men. As above or a dress/skirt for women Boat shoes, suede lace ups, espadrilles and dressy trainers. PLE ASE NOTE No caps/hats to be worn within the clubrooms Cellphones on silent and answered outside the bar or restaurant for everyone’s comfort.
SAILING Laurie Jury
Sailing Director
As you can imagine with more than 3 , 50 0 members the RNZ YS is a ver y active yacht club. There are more than 1 5 0 0 c l u b r a c e s t a r t s p e r y e a r, w i t h racing all year round, and almost ever y day during the summer months , which are October to March O u r Tr a i n i n g S c h o o l h a s c i r c a 4 0 0 students through the various level of sailing courses on offer each season
F R I D AY R U M R A C E To e n q u i r e f o r t o c r e w i n one of our Friday rum races please email raceoffice@rnzys.org.nz LEARN TO SAIL RNZYS CREW FINDER
CLUB RACING
36 DEGREES COMMODORES CUP
BARFOOT & THOMPSON LADIES SERIES
CLUB MARINE INSURANCE
W E D N E S D AY S E R I E S
N O R T H S A I L S YO U N G 8 8 SPRINTS
COA S T NZ E TC H E LL SPRINTS
5 unique passage races exclusive to RNZYS members
F o r t n i g h t l y Tu e s d a y s u m m e r l a d i e s only racing
For tnightly We dn esday sum m e r evening harbour racing
One design racing fortnightly Thursdays
Tu e s d a y s w e e k l y s p r i n t r a c i n g
S T E WA R T 3 4 CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES
CLUB MARINE INSURANCE
ELLIOT 7 SPRINT SERIES
Monday evenings
Fortnightly Saturday winter harbour racing
CRUISING SERIES
H AVA N A C L U B R U M R ACE S E R I E S
Saturdays monthly to an island destination
Ever y Friday night, themed par ty at the end of each month
CLUB MARINE INSURANCE
WINTER SERIES
Fortnightly Thursday one design racing in fleet of Elliot 7 ’s
OFF WATER EVENTS
O P E N I N G D AY
G O L F D AY
MELBOURNE CUP
C H A R I T Y R E G AT TA
F I S H I N G D AY
October
November
November
November
December
S U N D OW N E R PA R T Y
SENIOR CHRISTMAS LUNCH
LADIES CHRISTMAS LUNCH
K I D S C H R I S T M A S PA R T Y
C H R I S T M A S D AY L U N C H
December
December
December
December
December
OFF WATER EVENTS
CRUISING DINNER
March
March
August
September
L A D I E S FA S H I O N S H OW
LADIES COFFEE MORNING
WOMENS SECRET BUSINESS
QUIZ NIGHTS
R U M R AC E PA R T I E S
September
F i r s t Tu e s d a y o f t h e M o n t h
L ast We dn esday of th e M onth
We dn esday M onthly
Last Friday of the Month
February
L A D I E S F I S H I N G D AY
LADIES HIGH TEA
SQ UADRON PICNIC
SQ UADRON WE E KE N D
RNZYS 150TH E V E N T D AT E S 2 02 0 -2 02 1
*subject to change
P R ADA CU P CHALLE N G E R SERIES 15 January - 22 February 2021
S U P E R YA C H T NET WORKING SERIES
AC WS AU CK L AN D / CHRISTMAS CUP
Monthly events Nov 2020 - April 2021
17 - 20 December 2020
M O O N E N YA C H T S S Y D N E Y TO AU CK L AN D OCE AN R ACE 30 January 2021
R AC E /C R U I S E T O K AWA U 31 December 2020
C R U I S E T O G R E AT BARRIER ISLAND 3 January 2021
AUCKL AN D A N N I V E R S A R Y D AY
36 DEG R E E S SQ UADRON WEEKEND
1 February 2021
5 - 7 February 2021
MILLENNIUM CUP 15 - 18 February 2021
YOUTH AMERICA’S CUP
Y O U T H A M E R I C A’ S C U P 18 - 23 February 2021 1 -5 March 2021 8 - 12 March 2021
MASTERCARD S U P E R YA C H T R E G AT TA
B R I DG E TO B E AN R ACE 28 February 2021
24 - 26 February 2021
I N T E R N AT I O N A L C L A S S I C S R E G AT TA
A M E R I C A ’ S C U P M AT C H P R E S E NTE D BY P R ADA
27 Feb - 1 March 2021
6 - 21 March 2021
AUCKLAND REGATTA 2021
150TH RNZ YS AUCKL AN D R E G AT TA 26 - 28 March 2021
CELEBRITY CHEF SERIES May - August 2021
Y T P A L U M N I R E G AT TA 15 - 17 October 2021
AUCKL AN D TO TH RE E K I N G S I S L AN D R ACE 18 November 2021
CRUISE TO THE SU B A N TA R C T I C I S L A N D S December 2021
LIDGARD HOUSE This historic beach house in Smelting House Bay, Kawau Island is owned by the Squadron and is available for members to rent. It has recently been refurbished. Lidgard house can sleep up to eight people in three rooms. One room has a Queen Bed, another 2 x single beds and the third room has 4 x single beds. It is furnished, has a fully-equipped modern kitchen, TV, stereo and washing machine & dryer. Cutlery, crockery and linen are provided. You don’t even need to own your own boat to get there, an easy forty minute drive north of Auckland is Sandspit Wharf where you can catch a ferry direct to the wharf at Lidgard House.
R AT E S
The house tariff is $400 per night for RNZYS Members and $525 for non-members. (Minimum 2 nights). However rates are subject to change so please check first. The house and garden can also be hired for corporate functions and weddings.
TO BOOK EMAIL
reception@rnzys.org.nz +64 9 360 6800
S M E LT I N G H O U S E B AY M O O R I N G S
RNZYS Members have first option, up to 5pm, to book the moorings in Smelting House Bay by booking with KBC manager, David on Ph: +64 9 422 8845. After 5pm, KBC members have equal rights to use the moorings on a first come basis, if not already booked by RNZYS members.
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HISTORY Auckland’s hills and shores wrap around the sparkling Waitemata Harbour, making it a natural venue for boating of all types. The foundations of the city were laid in 1840 and the occasion was immediately marked by a regatta on the harbour. It was an appropriate portent of things to come as yachting and boating flourished on the harbour and ultimately grew to enjoy an international reputation.
In 1901, the AYC changed its name to the New Zealand Yacht Squadron. The following year the Squadron celebrated a major milestone when it received a warrant in the name of King Edward VII elevating its status to a Royal club.
Eleven years later, a small group of yachtsmen made the first attempt to establish an Auckland Yacht Club. It was short lived, as were several subsequent efforts at getting a club off the ground. The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron traces its origin back to the 1871 incarnation of the Auckland Yacht Club, with 30 yachts and 120 members on its register.
During both world wars, yacht racing was largely suspended in Auckland. Members of the RNZYS served in all theatres of both wars and in all the armed services. A number of members who owned launches and were not able to serve abroad, were involved in harbour defence and patrol duties.
By then, the city had grown from a scattering of tents and shacks into a much more substantial and thriving venture, with the harbour playing a central role in its progress. By the turn of the century, yacht racing was a thriving sport, attracting crowds of spectators and detailed reports in the local newspapers. Under the leadership of some of the city’s prominent captains of industry and commerce, the AYC showed continued growth. A tremendous rivalry between the Logan and Bailey boatbuilding families spurred the growth of an outstanding fleet of racing yachts, most of which joined the AYC fleet.
With this recognition membership numbers almost doubled from 157 in 1901 to 300 in 1903.
To accommodate steady growth, the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron moved through a succession of rented premises in the city until in 1955 it bought a handsome twostorey brick house in Parliament Street with sweeping views over the Waitemata Harbour. A decade later, the RNZYS acquired its current premises at Westhaven, first as a lease and subsequently as a purchase. From the 1960s, the RNZYS was at the fore- front of a steady rise in international competition. In 1966, James Davern sailed his yacht Fidelis across the Tasman Sea and swept to line honours victory in the gruelling 630 mile Sydney-Hobart Race. Fidelis set a new race record and the 17 hour margin between 1st and 2nd still stands as the longest in the race’s history.
Three years later, Chris Bouzaid and a RNZYS crew took on the elite of international yacht racing. Travelling to Heligoland, Germany, Bouzaid and his Rainbow II crew won the prestigious One Ton Cup against a line up of seasoned competitors from the USA , Germany, Italy, Belgium, Sweden, Holland and Switzerland. On the foundations laid by these successes, the RNZYS trophy cabinets have played host to some of the biggest prizes in world yachting including the Half, One and Two-Ton Cups, the Admiral’s Cup, the Kenwood Cup, the Champagne Mumm World Cup, the Whitbread Round the World Trophy, the Louis Vuitton Trophy and the America’s Cup. Carrying the RNZYS burgee into battle, Team New Zealand won the America’s Cup in San Diego in 1995, then successfully defended it on the Hauraki Gulf in 2000. After losing to Switzerland in 2003, the RNZYS became the only yacht club in the world to challenge and win the America’s Cup twice when Emirates Team New Zealand scored a 7-1 victory over Oracle Team USA in Bermuda in 2017. Now, coinciding with the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron’s 150th anniversary, Emirates Team New Zealand will mount an Auckland defence of the Cup in revolutionary unballasted foiling monohulls in 2021.
AMERICA’S CUP HISTORY EMIRATES TEAM NEW ZEALAND
1995 In 1995, Team New Zealand beat Team Dennis Conner 5–0 in a major upset off San Diego, California after winning the right to challenge in the Louis Vuitton Cup. Their boats were fast, they had an experienced crew led by skipper Russell Coutts, and they were ably led by Sir Peter Blake. As NZL 32 approached the finish line on the last race, sailing commentator Pete Montgomery made the now famous line “The America’s Cup is now New Zealand’s cup!”
2000 Team New Zealand (NZL 60) beat Italy’s Prada Challenge (Luna Rossa) 5–0 in the 2000 match held on Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf. On crossing the finish line in the final race, commentator Peter Montgomery exclaimed “The America’s Cup is still New Zealand’s cup!!” – echoing his comment in 1995 America’s Cup. A notable feature was Russell Coutts handing over the helm to Dean Barker in the final race.
2003 In 2003, Team New Zealand’s eight-year reign ended after they were defeated 5–0 by Swiss-based challenger Alinghi. Team New Zealand dubbed their campaign the “Loyal” campaign, featuring a Silver fern flag with the word “Loyal” and an existing song of the same name by New Zealand musician Dave Dobbyn.
2007 TNZ announced their intention to challenge Alinghi at the 2007 Valencia America’s Cup, with Emirates on board as title sponsor, and Grant Dalton as Team Boss. Dean Barker skippered a more international team than ever before. TNZ were among the “big four” syndicates leading up to the 2007 Cup. The big four consisted of TNZ, Alinghi, BMW Oracle Racing, and Luna Rossa. On 3 July 2007, Emirates Team New Zealand lost their final race to Alinghi bringing Alinghi’s race wins to 5, successfully defending the 32nd America’s Cup.
2013 The race series was very dramatic, with a number of incidents including Oracle Team USA being docked two points (meaning they started the competition on −2 points) and having two main crew members banned. By 19 September 2013, Team New Zealand lead Oracle Team USA 8–1 needing just one more win to take the Cup. In Race 13 Team New Zealand were minutes away from winning the cup when the race time limits came into effect, causing the race to be cancelled. The race was then replayed and Oracle Team USA won – and went on to win all last eight races to come from behind – and take the Cup It had been the longest-ever event by both number of days and races, and the first since the 25th America’s Cup to feature a winner-take-all final race.
2017 As the leading challenger, they chose to face Land Rover BAR in the first playoff round. Despite suffering a capsize in race 4, the outcome of the series was a 5-2 series victory for Team New Zealand. In the finals match against Artemis Racing, Team New Zealand secured a second 5-2 series win, and therefore progressed to the America’s Cup series against Oracle Team USA. Having won the challenger series, Oracle Team USA was able to impose a penalty point on the eventual challenger for the 35th America’s Cup. Therefore, Team New Zealand started the 35th America’s Cup racing with minus one point and would need to win eight races in order to get the 7 points needed to win the America’s Cup. After five days of racing, which included nine races, Team New Zealand beat Oracle Team USA by eight races to one, or by 7 points to 1, and thereby won the Cup.
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