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4.9 Cat rigged winner Leigh Hein - Mary Tulip pic

Taipan Catamaran Australian Championships done and won

Held off Portland Victoria, the Taipan Catamaran Association of Australia (TCAA) celebrated its 30th birthday in style, with an outstanding National Championships run by Portland Yacht Club.

Nineteen Cat Rigs, six Sloop Rigs and seven 5.7’s enjoyed magnificent conditions, with a range of wind speeds and swell conditions throughout the week.

Racing across all fleets was intense, with multiple lead and podium changes during the 12-race event. Off the water, there was a feast of social activities, with a focus on families.

In the Cat Rigged fleet, there were no less than five National champions and three runners-up in the field, making it the most hotly contested in recent years.

There were six different heat winners, and positions swapped on every leg of every race. The title came down to two contenders and wasn’t concluded until the last beat of the last race.

Leigh Hein from Portland Yacht Club (PYC) notched up his second National title from last year’s runner -up, Will Richards from Ballina. Luke Donovan, also from PYC, made the podium in third place, followed by Dave Parker and Ant Richards in fourth and fifth respectively.

New to the Cat Rigged fleet last year, the Master’s category was again in full swing, and was equally hotly contested. Lachie Cameron from McCrae Yacht Club came away with the new perpetual trophy, donated by Craig Harden at Sail trophies, with Wazza Morse second and Mark Colecliffe third.

In the Sloop Rigged fleet, it was fantastic to see the various crew combinations. There were husband/wife, father/son, father/daughter, and experienced/newcomer mixtures. There were four juniors crewing; Caitlin McMahon, Evelyn Floyd, Maxine Jopp and Lachlan Vise.

Racing was dominated by Brad Hein and newcomer Tim O’Toole from PYC, with nine bullets from 12 races. Runners-up were Rohan and Roellen Gillmore from Mt. Martha, sporting a beautiful brand new boat (less than a week old), with Evan Steele/Caitlin McMahon from SA rounding out the top three.

One of the highlights was watching the skippers’ trade places with their crews on the return trip to the port. Their smiles said it all.

There’s nothing like watching 5.7’s screaming downwind with kites flying. This year seven of them meant the competition was wide open. After each day’s racing, the chase for the title was either tied, or there was a point in it.

With scores level and a big breeze on heading into the last day, it was McCrae’s John Newman/Peter Bartlett taking the win by one point, from Kim Luitjes/ Ben Clark from Lake Cullulleraine. Kim’s son Tom came in third crewing for Wayne Hancock from SA.

Another new addition this year was a State of Origin clash in the 4.9 cats and the 5.7 fleets. Using a modified scoring system to incorporate the highest and lowest placings for the event, it was the NSW crew taking out the 4.9 Cats, with the Vic’s romping away with the win in the 5.7’s.

On the social side, this year’s event was outstanding. As it was the TCAA’s 30th birthday, the week started with a sit down Q & A with the designers of the 4.9; Jim Boyer and Greg Goodall. It was fascinating listening to how the boat came about and some wonderful stories of years gone by.

There were also some family-friendly activities throughout the week, including a fantastic trip to Bridgewater Beach on New Year’s Day; the Doherty Plumbing Laser Challenge; Tackers 1, 2 & 3 for the kids, as well as other fun activities throughout.

To add to the excitement, this year, the new 4.9 was unveiled straight from the Concept Fibres factory. It has been a labour of love for Rohan and Roellen Gillmore to get this ‘baby’ onto the water and it certainly looked amazing.

Even fresh out of the box, the 4.9 performed extremely well, placing second overall. Rohan, the team at Concept Fibres, Richard Nicholson and Jim Boyer have put an incredible amount of work to get this off the ground, so if you’re interested in purchasing your own, please contact Rohan direct at Concept Fibres on 0412 977 371.

As if this wasn’t enough, a new development sail aimed at attracting youth and female skippers to the class was also unveiled.

Developed with Glenn Ashby and North Sails, the design brief was to create a smaller mainsail, but using the same mast and boom set up. It came out looking a treat with lots of discussion in the boat park.

The sail will be available for use and is currently kept in Melbourne. If you are interested, please contact Ant Richards on 0409 231 980. It will be shared around, but we are looking to purchase a number of sails through the Association to allow all states access. Exciting times ahead.

Thanks to our sponsors: Portland EyeCare, Concept Fibres, Goodall Design Australia, Treloar Roses, DP Marine, Porthaul, Musto and Glenelg Shire.

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Taipan QLD States 2024

The Taipan Catamaran Association of Australia warmly invites skippers of Taipan Catamarans to attend the Queensland State Titles for 2024, to be held at Cleveland Yacht Club, 231 Shore Street North, Cleveland, Queensland. Event postponed, new dates to be advised  (previously scheduled for the 27th and 28th of January 2024).

The Notice of Racing (NOR) has been published, see below. The Sailing Instructions (SI's) will be released closer to the event date. A downloadable copy of the NOR & SI's will available in the links below.

You can pre-order a lunch (Ham & salad roll + bottle of water) as part of registration.

The canteen will be open with a selection of snacks and drinks available, and we have a terrific fish and chip shop next door ( The Lighthouse Restaurant ).

Please re-visit this site closer to the event date and on the day for updates to communications. 

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Cleveland Yacht Club Hosts Queensland State Titles 2024 for Taipan Catamarans

Unveiling the Thrilling Regatta on Australian Waters

The Queensland State Titles for 2024 are poised to ignite the shores of Cleveland Yacht Club, Queensland, presenting an adrenaline-pumping spectacle on the 27th and 28th of January.

The event, hosted by the Taipan Catamaran Association of Australia, promises a riveting showcase of sailing prowess and camaraderie.

Mastering the Taipan

The Taipan Catamaran, celebrated for its agility and speed, demands skilled navigation. A vessel that rewards seasoned sailors, it blends the finesse of monohulls with the nimbleness of a catamaran, tackling upwind challenges and manoeuvres with finesse.

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Registration, open from December 7th to January 21st , invites participants to join this thrilling contest.

Pre-order provisions, including a delectable ham and salad roll, offer sustenance during the exhilarating races. An adjacent fish and chip haven, The Lighthouse Restaurant, complements the canteen offerings.

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As anticipation mounts, keep abreast of updates closer to the event date. Cleveland Yacht Club , nestled in the vibrant tapestry of Redland City, invites locals and visitors alike to witness the spectacle , potentially fostering a love for sailing within the Australian coastal community.

The Taipan Catamaran Association of Australia champions a pursuit that melds precision, technique, and sheer enthusiasm for sailing.

With the Queensland State Titles poised to crown champions, the event beckons sailing aficionados to revel in the adrenaline rush and witness the harmonious dance of wind and water.

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Goodall Design can provide almost any part required to keep your Taipan on the water.

In 1988 Greg Goodall and Jib Boyer unleashed the Taipan catamaran onto the Australian public. Shortly after the Taipan Catamaran Association of Australia was formed to organize, regulate and promote the class.

Goodall Design no longer produce hulls for the Taipan but continues to support the sailors of the class with ongoing product support and special deals though the association.

New boats are available through the class who utilizes the generosity of local builders. Look in at the TCAA website for class and event information.

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Unknown individuals damage railway bridge, used for transporting ammunition, in Russia's Samara Oblast – photo

U nknown individuals damaged the pillar of a railway bridge in Russia's Samara Oblast using explosives on the morning of 4 March. Ukrainian intelligence reports that this railway branch was used for transporting ammunition, and that the bridge will be unusable for the coming weeks.

Source: Telegram-based news outlets Baza , Shot and Mash ; Kremlin-aligned Russian news agency RIA Novosti , citing a comment by the Russian emergency services, Defence Intelligence of Ukraine (DIU)

Details: Telegram channels reported that unknown individuals had used explosives to damage the pillar of a bridge across the Chapaevka River on the Zvezda-Chapaevsk line.

One of the Telegram channels noted that an explosion was heard at around 06:15 local time.

Train traffic on the bridge has been suspended, with four trains currently subject to delays. A Zagorsk alert [public warning of an emergency or incident – ed.] has been issued in Samara Oblast. Secret services are working at the scene.

A Telegram channel pointed out that the bridge's metal structures had been damaged.

RIA Novosti, citing a comment from the Russian emergency services, has confirmed that a pillar of the bridge had been damaged. The Kuybyshev Railway has reported that five trains have been delayed due to "illegal interference" in the railway's operations.

DIU has confirmed that the railway bridge was rendered inoperable. Reportedly, the bridge was damaged by undermining its structural elements at around 06:00.

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