VMR

BRIBIE ISLAND

John Traill Public Relations Officer - Volunteer Marine Rescue Bribie Island Phone: (07) 5327 2747 Mob: 0407 537 323 publiclrelations@vmrbribie.com

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Wed 26th October 2022 – 7PM 42 members attended the 2022 Annual General Meeting. Secretary Gary Voss opened the meeting, and minutes from the 2021 AGM were confirmed. Commodore Liz Radajewski presented her Commodore’s Report which highlighted the effort of her committee and members of the squadron which has resulted in the great position that VMR Bribie was currently in; despite the challenges from Covid-19. Lee Prescott presented the Treasurer’s Report highlighting

Aamir Cao received her Special Commendation. our solid financial position and recommended that our current auditors be re-engaged for this next year. Commodore Liz then presented the annual awards to the following members: The 2022/23 committee is: Commodore Ces Luscombe Vice Commodore Wayne Sclater Secretary Gary Voss Treasurer Lee Prescott Committee: Karen Darlington, Mike Looney, Peter McNamara. John O’Hagan, and Allan Tranter. Commodore Liz then presented the annual awards to the following members:

Special Commendation Award Juan De Soto The Maintenance Team award winners. Mike Coles, Lindsay Crompton, Graham Patrick, James Frost, Graham Greenwood, Ray Fox, David Smith with Commodore Liz kneeling and holding aloft their Commodore’s Award.

Commodore’s Award VMR Bribie Public Relations Officer John Traill Commodore’s Award - Deputy Radio Officer John O’Hagan

A presentation was made to retiring Commodore Liz Radajewski for her fantastic 4 years as Commodore of VMR Bribie Island. A framed set of Commercial Coxswain Epaulettes with accompanying photos of her time with VMR Bribie along with a Photobook depicting Liz’s time with VMR Bribie Island was presented with many staying to wish Liz well after such a busy and challenging time. Public Relations Officer John Traill presented the 2021 Yearbook for all to peruse.

The Changing of the guard at VMR Bribie Liz Radajewski stood down as Commodore after 4 years and Ces Luscombe has been appointed Commodore. Commodore Liz was presented with a framed photo and a This is your Life Book complied by John Traill VMR Bribie Public Relations Officer. Photos by Peter McNamara

Our Emergency Services Liaison Officer Graham Gibb being presented with his National Medal.

Meet your New Commodore and Vice Commodore for Volunteer Marine Rescue Bribie Island. Our New Commodore is Ces Luscombe, and Vice Commodore is Wayne Sclater, both Ces and Wayne have been with VMR Bribie for many years and bring a wealth of experience to these roles.

Commodore Ces said, “Our main focus is saving lives on the water, running marine educational courses, working closely with other emergency agencies and working and supporting our fantastic Bribie Island Community.” Our previous Commodore Liz Radajewski decided to retire from this demanding role after 4 years. Liz will be one of our trainers and weekend and emergency callout skippers. Thanks Liz!

VALE CHRIS DALE It is with great sadness that we advise the passing of our friend and colleague Chris Dale after a long battle with cancer. Chris was a member of Red Sunday crew and has been an active supporter of the squadron even during the tough times over the last couple of years.

Chris joined our Crew in December 2018 and was allocated to Red Sunday Crew, until he transferred to fundraising in August 2021.

To Thursday 10th October 2022: 11,400 Calls, 3,093 vessels logged on, 234 Vessel Assists, 1,287 Sitreps, 668 Requests, 31 overdue vessels, 30 Vessel Tracking, 1252 Radio Checks, 6 Weather Broadcasts, 132 Securite Broadcasts, 0 Pan Pan 2 Mayday. VHF 61.4%, 27MHz 0.2%, Phone 17.1%. GWN 2.3%

OCTOBER VESSEL ASSISTS:

THU 27/10 2029pm – 6m Yacht non-member and no identification was in danger of drifting into member’s yacht. Water Police gave permission to board and secure yacht nearby position off Bellara Boat Ramp – vessel secured and NFA required FRI 28/10 1141am – 6.1m Cuddy Cabin member with motor issues, required a tow from South Point to Spinnaker Sound Marina. SAT 29/10 1606pm – 4m Tinny non-member with engine problems, required a tow from 300m South of Bongaree Jetty to Bongaree Boat Ramp. MON 31/10 1315pm – 17m Yacht non-member 20 nautical miles North-East of Cape Moreton was out of fuel. VMR Bribie tasked by Water Police to deliver 60 litres of diesel to Yacht. Escorted Yacht to Tangalooma South Leads to transfer fuel. Bribie 1 returned to Base and logged off at 2355pm.

Have you ever thought of volunteering where you can not only assist people in distress but save lives as well? Want to know more? If so, please give Vice Commodore Wayne Sclater a call on 0404 113 821

Safety Dave the Frenchie says you must also keep safety equipment in date, in good repair and everyone on board must know where it is stored.

SAFETY DAVE THE FRENCHIE’S MESSAGE:

SAFETY DAVE THE FRENCHIE’S MESSAGE: “Having the right safety equipment on your boat and knowing how to use it is essential. This could save your life in an emergency. The safety equipment you're required to carry depends on the size of your boat, whether the boat needs to be registered and where you're operating”! Minimum Safety Equipment in Pumicestone Passage: Firefighting equipment, signalling device, life jacket Anchor and cable, Drinking water, Oars or paddles for boats under 6m, Bailing/pumping equipment. Minimum Safety Equipment in Moreton Bay: All the above plus Flares & V Sheet, Chart & Compass Beyond Moreton Bay an EPIRB is also required. For full details visit the MSQ Website:

https://www.msq.qld.gov.au/ Safety/Smooth-and-partiallysmooth-water-limits/Swlbrisbane

PLEASE WEAR YOUR LIFE JACKETS!” “BUT importantly – Always remember if you are heading out on the water LOG ON with your local VMR or Coast Guard, its a free service for everyone, so why wouldn't you! - It just may save your life!"