Bundy Fun Day Cancellation
(Was Sunday 26th July 2020)
We regret to inform our members, volunteers, sponsors and guests that our next scheduled event being Sunday 26th July 2020 has been cancelled.
The committee has made this difficult decision to cancel because the insurance underwriter, Lloyds of London, have confirmed that at present, they will not be reissuing any third-party insurance policies powerboat racing at this time due to the current Covid-19 pandemic.
We understand that this decision may cause great inconvenience for you, your team and families and we are sincerely sorry.
The committee has been working tirelessly to provide a positive outcome, although time has been against us and we would not have been able to resubmit new applications to Maritime Safety and Bundaberg Council with adequate notice before the proposed event date.
The club is working with our brokers and other Powerboat Clubs across Australia to remedy the situation as quickly and cost-effectively as possible.
Unfortunately, Bundaberg Powerboat Club was the first club up for renewal this year and therefore, the first to be affected.
We would like to thank David Toyer President, APBA National, Rhoda Wojcikewycz, from Mid North Coast Speedboat Club, and Brad Neilson, from Mackay Powerboat Club for their advice and support and we all hope this can be rectified in the very near future.
With the help and support of the Australian Powerboat Racing Community, Powerboat Racing across Australia will continue.!!!!!!!
The Committee
Bundaberg Powerboat Club
Important Information for Competitors & Spectators
We will advise of any special COVID-19 requirements for spectators closer to our next race meet in accordance with whatever restrictions are in place at that time.
Pets at Sandy Hook During Race Meetings
Although pets are welcome at Sandy Hook, the club would like to remind all pet owners, either club members or spectators, to be aware of their pets around other people at the event, to pick up after their pets and keep them suitably restrained for the well-being of both your pet and others. Please remember that we are using Bundaberg Regional Council’s grounds and pets are the responsibility of the owners.
Vehicle Movements Around Sandy Hook
Please be aware of:
- Constant vehicle movement to and from boat ramps including vehicles such as quad bikes that may not be as visible as larger vehicles
- Spectators walking around the site
- Children playing
Bundaberg Regional Council grounds are public areas and as such, only licensed drivers should be operating vehicles on the site.
About Bundaberg Powerboat Club
The aim of Bundaberg Powerboat Club Inc. is to promote powerboat circuit racing and bring back the ‘old days’ of racing with minimal costs to the competitor.
The club focuses on Sports and Recreation and having fun. Families who are involved with our club meet for racing as well as a variety of social functions.
Current Club Memberships are $60 for an Associate Member and $70 for a Senior Driver Member. Junior Class Family Membership is $55 (drivers 16 years and under – includes 1 parent voting rights at club meetings). Volunteer membership is available for $15 (no voting rights).
The monthly club meetings are held every 3rd Wednesday of the month.
Committee Members
President – Mark Eglington – 0438 769 491
Vice President – Craig Truslove – 0448 943 080
Treasurer – Kieran Molkentin – 0466 326 386
Secretary – Kathy Eglington – 0411 268 575
2020 Race Dates
Bundy Fun Day
Sun 15th March 2020
Bundy Fun day - Cancelled
Sun 17th May 2020
Bundy Fun Day - Cancelled
Sunday 26th July 2020
Pro Classic - TBA*
Sun 18th October 2020
*Pending govt. coronavirus restrictions being lifted.
Xmas Classic - TBA*
Sat 5th December 2020
*Pending govt. coronavirus restrictions being lifted.
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WE GOT OUR INSURANCE!!!!!
We are very happy to announce that the Bundaberg Powerboat Club has now secured the $20 Million Third Party coverage required to go racing!!!
A huge thank you to Dane Jones who passed on the contact for us to contact that led to this great news.
Thank you also to all the people who came forawrd to help in this matter.
This is also great for other Independant Clubs with their policys due to lapse over the coming months.
We are now looking to run a Club Day early in September as a lead up to our 2 day Spectacular Event in mid October.
Stay tuned for more details in the next few days.
We regret to inform our members, Volunteers, Sponsors and guests that our next scheduled event being Sunday 26th July 2020 has been cancelled.
The committee has made this difficult decision to cancel because the Insurance Underwriter "Lloyds of London" have confirmed that at present, they will not be reissuing any Third-Party Insurance Policy’s for Powerboat Racing at this time due to the current Covid-19 Pandemic.
We understand that this decision may cause great inconvenience for you, your team and families and we are sincerely sorry.
The committee has all been working tirelessly to provide a positive outcome, although time has been against us and we would not have been able to resubmit new applications to Maritime Safety and Bundaberg Council with adequate notice before the proposed event date.
The club is working with our brokers and other Powerboat Clubs across Australia to remedy the situation as quickly and cost effectively as possible.
Unfortunately, Bundaberg Powerboat Club was the first Club up for renewal this year and therefore the first to be affected.
I would like to thank David Toyer President, APBA National, Rhoda Wojcikewycz, from Mid North Coast Speedboat Club, and Brad Neilson, from Mackay Powerboat Club for their advice and support and we all hope this can be rectified in the very near future.
With the help and support of the Australian Powerboat Racing Community, Powerboat Racing across Australia will continue.!!!!!!!
The committee is happy to announce that Peter Walsh will be the Officer of the Day at our next club day on Sunday 26th July.
With a wealth of knowledge behind him and Glenda by his side we thank him for stepping up to this position to allow us all to enjoy the day!!
Fun Day Nomination Fees:
Junior $30
Members $75
Non-Members $95
2020 Membership fees
Junior family $55
Racing member $70
Associate member $60
Volunteer Member $15
If your not sure if you have paid 2020 Membership shoot Kathy and email bundabergpowerboats@gmail.com
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Getting To Sandy Hook
Enquiries
Please contact the Club Secretary:
Ph 0411 268575
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