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Victorian Impulse Newsletter - Feb 2026

Published Sat 14 Feb 2026

 

 


Hi Impulse sailors, 

Our Victorian State Championships at Portarlington Sailing Club are only a few weeks away, on the Labour Day weekend Sat 7th - Mon 9th March.  Time to sort out accommodation if you haven't already and please enter early so we can cater.  Event Entry and NOR
It's worked well the last few times so we are again offering a lucky draw to have your entry refunded if you enter prior to Monday 16th February.  Not to worry if you miss that, the early bird discount of $30 applies right up until the week prior to the event.  Enter after 1st March and pay the full entry - $180 senior and $130 junior.  Further details on the series later in this bulletin.  


Two heats remain in the 2025/26 Traveller's Series, heat 9 coming soon at Williamstown Sailing Club on the 21st February, and the final will be the first race of the States.  Williamstown would be a great warm-up for the states, the club has a strong Impulse fleet.  Final calendar not yet completed for next season but the first race will be at our favourite Lake Boga Easter Regatta first weekend in April.

Vic. Impulse Committee.
 

Impulse Victorian Championships Schedule of events and Entry Details


SCHEDULE
 
Saturday 7th March
Measurement and registration       9.30am to 12.00pm
Briefing                                          1:00pm
Session 1                                      NO SOONER THAN 2:00pm
Welcome BBQ                               After sailing

Suinday 8th March
Session 2                                      NO SOONER THAN 10:00am
Session 3                                      NO SOONER THAN 2:00pm
Pizza Night & AGM                       6:30pm 9th March

Monday 9th March
Session 4                                     NO SOONER THAN 10:00am
Presentation                                 As soon as possible after last heat

It is the intent of the Committee to run two heats per session unless there is a requirement for re-sails where the competitors will be informed if there will be additional races within the sessions. On the last scheduled day of racing no warning signal will be made after 1.30pm.


ENTRY FORM
Victorian State Championships 2026
Portarlington Sailing Club

 
Forward entry form and fee as follows:
1: Registration via trybooking, https://www.trybooking.com/DJESO
A link can also be found on the AIA website event page: www.ausimpulse.com.au
Or...
2: Direct Deposit: Account Name- VISA Inc. BSB- 633-000. Acc No- 134904457, Ref , “Boat Number”>VISA” and email form with all the details that you are paying to Treasurer, Roger Kennett email: roger.kennett@iinet.net.au (ie. Please note if paying for more than just the entry)

Refer Notice of Race section 4 for fees payable. (Senior $180, Junior $130). Note: Early Bird entries received prior to 02/03/26 will receive a discount of $30

Boat Number________Boat Name __________________
Hull Colour___________________
Name of skipper:______________________________ PostalAddress:Street:_____________________________________________City/Town/Suburb:________________________________________________Postcode:___________
Phone (H)______________________Mob_________________________
Email_____________________ Club_______________________________________
YA Membership No_________________________

Please tick: Age group as of 28 December 2015 [ ] Junior- Under 18, [ ] Senior, [ ] Masters- Aged 45 to 54, [ ] Grand Masters- 55 to 64, [ ] Great Grand Masters- 65 +, [ ] Ladies.

Entry Declaration: I agree to be bound by the current Racing Rules of Sailing and all other rules that govern the conduct of this event, and as described in the Notice of Race. I acknowledge that the Victorian and Australian Impulse Sailing Association Inc., Altona Yacht Club and all others involved in the management and conduct of this regatta shall not be liable for any loss of life or property, personal injury or damage caused by or arising from participation in this event. I confirm that I conform with the Notice of Race clause 15 in its entirety; I confirm I hold a valid and current certificate of insurance in accordance with the Notice of Race clause 2.6
Signed:............................................. Date:................................(Skipper/owner)

Entrants under 18 years: As parent/guardian of the above named entrant I agree to his/her participation in this event on the terms and conditions as outlined in the Notice of Race and understand that competitors sail at their own risk. I further confirm that the Notice of Race and the Sailing Instructions in no way limit or reduce the complete and unlimited responsibilities of the competitor for the management and care of a boat she or he has entered in the regatta. I confirm that there is valid and current certificate of insurance in accordance with the Notice of Race and I acknowledge that the competitor is not eligible to participate in the regatta where such insurance is not in place.
Signed:............................................. Date:...............................(Parent/Guardian)
 
Traveller's Series 2025 / 26

A good number of boats have attended most heats of the Travellers this season, averaging about 9 Impulses at each.venue.  Altona before the Nationals was the best attended so far with 18 boats, and 13 recently raced at Inverloch for the Australia Day heat.  Two more clubs to visit in this series, Williamstown Sailing Club on 21st February and of course the Portarlington States.

Upcoming Heats:
 

February 21st  -    Williamstown Y.C - Briefing 12:50pm      2:00pm start

March 7th     Portarlington State Titles 7th - 9th March  - 1st Race Saturday PM

10 races were scheduled, 5 drops.   Provided they sail the next 2 races everyone down to 7th can drop all their DNC's.  

Current Top 10:
Matthew Kiely          Wolley              590       9 pts          (5 races)
Jonathan Pulham    Cool Change    597       16 pts        (5 races)
Toby Leppin             Red Herring     716        62 pts       (4 races)
Bill Manning             Roxy                598        110 pts     (3 races)
Geoff Rippingale      Ripper             604        121 pts     (3 races)
Matt Farrington        Quintessence  754        122 pts     (3 races)
Mark Membrey        Lime Spider     614        123 pts     (3 races)
Paul Farrell             Avocato            760        157 pts     (2 races)
Anthony Berger      Cu Later           500        157 pts     (2 races)
Ryan Blackstock    Pompette          218        168 pts     (2 races)

 
Membership

All entrants into State and National championships as well as training weekends etc. must be financial members of the Australian Impulse Association.  (Anyone may enter a heat of the Traveller's series but only members are eligible for prizes).  To join the Impulse association or renew your membership please head to the registration page to renew your membership: Registration Page 

If you prefer to fill out a paper form and direct deposit the membership fee the form can be found here: 
Membership Form
Any questions or issues please email web@ausimpulse.com.au for support. 

 
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