Newsletter - 6 February 08

NSWRA CHAMPIONSHIPS ENTRIES

For the urgent attention of those making entries to the NSWRA Championships (16^th – 17^th February, Sydney International Regatta Centre), Rowing Manager will stop taking entries at 5.00pm today. We are anticipating a significant entry level so please do not rely on many opportunities through the Late Entries process.

NSWRA CHAMPIONSHIPS TENT SITES

Please advise the office if you wish to erect a club tent on site. We need to know the dimensions asap to provide venue management with the site plan. Failure to do so may mean that your club will need to erect their tent on the southern bank. There is no fee for tent site it is done on a first in basis with sponsors tents allocated as the first priority. Please send your tent requirements to office@rowingnsw.asn.au

NSWRA CHAMPIONSHIPS VOLUNTEERS

We are still on the lookout for more volunteers to help run the 2008 NSWRA Championships. With the high number of interstate entries we are really hoping to present the venue and delivery of the regatta in the best possible manner. The assistance of a large number of volunteers is integral to this. Over the two days of the regatta we separate the roster into four major shifts. All volunteers are provided with lunch, drinks and snacks along with a souvenir regatta polo shirt (that also doubles as the “uniform” for the weekend). In particular we are always on the lookout for licensed boat drivers to act as rescue boat drivers or drive the umpire boats. This can be one of the best roles at a regatta, under the direction of the Umpire drivers can get about as close to the action as possible. Please contact Georgie Georgie@rowingnsw.asn.au or use the form found at the link below:

 Volunteer Notice FEB08.pdf

2008 AUSTRALIAN ROWING CHAMPIONSHIPS VOLUNTEERS

Only two weeks after the NSWRA Championships we have the responsibility of hosting the 2008 Australian Rowing Championships. These Championships require a small army of helpers across a diverse range of duties and we are seeking people on all days including the “Bump In” days immediately prior the commencement of the regatta on the 3^rd of March. The regatta is shaping up as a huge one and those involved will indeed be a part of something very special. Please contact Georgie by email: Georgie@rowingnsw.asn.au or download the form from the website:

 2008 ARC Call for Volunteers.pdf

2008 AUSTRALIAN ROWING CHAMPIONSHIPS ENTRIES

ALL ENTRIES MUST BE LODGED VIA THE ROWING AUSTRALIA ‘ROMS’ SYSTEM

Entry fee is $45.00 including GST, per seat - there is no fee payable for coxswains.  No entry deposit will be charged for this regatta however we draw attention to Rowing Australia rule 49.6 regarding late scratchings and withdrawals. 

NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED

IMPORTANT ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND FORMS may be downloaded from

www.rowingnsw.asn.au/Nationals2008

Check the website regularly as it is being constantly updated with new information.

NSWRA GENERAL MEETING TUESDAY 12^TH FEBRUARY 2008

NSWRA Offices, Sports House, 6A Figtree Drive, Sydney Olympic Park

7.00pm registration for a 7.30pm start in the Ken Brown Rooms (rear/car park level - 6a Figtree Dive, Sydney Olympic Park)

AGENDA

1.         Apologies

2.         Confirmation of the Minutes of the June 2007 General Meeting

3.         To consider business of which notice has been given.

3.1        NSWRA Board & Governance, Compliance & Finance Commission

3.1.1.    Tara Boat Club Application for Affiliation

                        3.1.2.    Lake Wallace Rowing Club Inc Application for Affiliation

4.         Report of the President

5.         Report of the Director of Finance

6.         General Business

GOVERNANCE COMPLIANCE & FINANCE COMMISSION

The NSWRA Commission responsible for framing the Association’s annual budget and associated Fees, Charges and Levies has convened its annual forum of Club Treasurers to discuss the proposed budget and fees for 2008-2009. The Meeting will be held in the Arafura Room, Level 1, Sports House, 6A Figtree Drive, Sydney Olympic Park from 6.00pm Tuesday 13^th February 2008.

AGENDA

1.         Welcome

2.         2007-2008 Financial Status

3.         Club Affiliation Fees and Registered Member Fees 2008-2009

4.         Adaptive Rowing Grants

5.         Review of GCAF Charter

6.         Other Business

7.         Next Meeting

8.         Close

 Please reply to office@rowingnsw.asn.au providing the contact details of the club representative so any associated information can be emailed prior to the meeting.

NSWIS FEEDBACK

You have a last chance to have your say in the future of the New South Wales institute of Sport Rowing Program. The Questionnaire to be found at the link below should be completed and submitted to NSWIS by close of business Friday 8^th February:

 NSWIS Rowing Program Operational Review Questionnaire.pdf

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