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Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron

Discover Sailing in St Kilda with the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron. Experience the thrill of racing on a yacht on Wednesday afternoons for just $20, or take a lesson at our accredited Sailing Academy and pick up a lifelong skill. Beginners are welcome. We also offer social events all year round and one of the best views on the bay from our historic clubhouse.

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The Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron , with a history of over 120 years, is one of the oldest yacht clubs in Victoria with a long list of historical firsts. Situated at St. Kilda in close proximity to Melbourne central business district, it is regarded as a centre of aquatic events in Victoria.

The Squadron had its beginnings in the early 1870s when a small group of yachtsmen and occasional fishermen gathered at St Kilda beach. Where there are yachts, there were challenges, and soon informal races started.

St Kilda Sailing Club was incorporated on 13 November 1876.

In 1901 Federation of Australia, more than 1,200 members and visitors were at the Club when the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall and York ( later King George V1 and Queen Elizabeth ), landed at St Kilda on the way to the Exhibition buildings to proclaim the first Parliament of Australia.

The first clubhouse was formally opened by Past Commodore Louis Meyer on 24th June 1905, one of the first yacht clubs in Australia to have an on-site clubhouse. Eighty two members joined the services during World War I. Six were killed. In January 1920 , a tablet was unveiled by the Mayor of St. Kilda CR. T.G. ALLEN bearing the names of the members who lost their lives during the War.

In August 1919 the St. Kilda Yacht Club unsuccessfully petitioned for the right to use the prefix 'Royal ' It again petitioned with the backing of Lord Forster in April 1923. The club was advised in May 1924 that His Majesty, King George v, had conferred on the Club the prefix 'Royal'.

An imposing two-storey building was commenced in 1926. The Foundation Stone was laid by the Governor General Lord Stonehaven. To mark the Club's Golden Jubilee the new Clubhouse was opened 23rd October 1926.

World War II saw 140 members enlist in the various services. By the end of the War , 10 had been killed in action.

Ladies who in the past were restricted to the visitors room, were by May 1940, finally permitted into the lounge although they were not to be served liquor.

1956 was a big year, the Club was the Executive Headquarters for the yachting section of the Melbourne Olympics. The victory ceremony and presentation of medals took place on the lawns on 6th December 1956.

The Club was advised through the Governor Generals Office, that on 26th June 1961 , Her Majesty the Queen approved the clubs change of name to the 'Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron'.

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The Squadron Cup

Presented by Commodore Otto A. Meik, September 27, 1971 for a Combined Clubs Round the Bay Race. It was first sailed in the Season 1972 -73 and won by Ricky Laycock in Aquila. Traditionally, this trophy was awarded for the Squadron overnight race held in November each year. In the early 1980’s a decline in the entrants for overnight races forced the shift of the race to a long all- day Around the Bay Race. In November 1990, the race was reinstituted as a Combined Divisions Race, using V.Y.C. handicap system and was won by Ninda – Roger Townley. Prizes are also awarded for winner in C.H.S. and I.M.S. handicaps. In 2007 the Squadron Cup was confirmed as the prize for the overall winner of YV PH Division 1, 2 and 3, open to all clubs for a long race (70nm plus) with a night component. The race was decided on the results from the Big Bay Challenge race from 2007 onwards, won in 2007 by San Miguel – Russell Walton.

Spherical shaped bowl 345 mm high to lip edge, with raised grape and leaf decorations around mid-section, flaring down to thick shaped stem, thence out to shaped footing also with raised grape and leaf decorations. Has solid rectangular handles. Shaped lid with raised grape and leaf decorations around edge, surmounted with solid, shaped dome with overall height 100 mm. Bowl stands on 80 mm high, round black base with shaped footing, silver winners inscription band around diameter.

THE SQUADRON CUP PRESENTED BY O.A. MEIK

squadron cup, trophy

Percy Damman Memorial Trophy

Trophy donated in 1970, by Mr Peter Damman in memory of his father, a Past Commodore of the Club, Seasons 1924-1918, and Long Serving member. Allocated for ‘Off-the-Beach Boats’ it was first won January 15, 1972, by J.S. Collingwood with the Heron Class yacht Cirius II. Later to become solely for the Cadet Dinghy Section and first won Season 1975-76 by L. Mulligan with Kestrel. Following the demise of the 12ft Cadet Dinghy Class, trophy reallocated to cover Squadron long distance series of events.

Silver rose bowl trophy standing 240 mm high to lip edge, 380 mm in diameter on solid flared stepped footing. Raised grapes and leaves around top edge also footing of bowl. Has silver wire grid. Trophy mounted on 70 mm high round, bevelled Rosewood base, with silver winners’ inscription shields around bevelled diameter.

ROYAL MELBOURNE YACHT SQUADRON PERCY DAMMAN MEMORIAL TROPHY ‘OFF THE BEACH BOATS’

percy damman, memorial trophy, perpetual

L.A. Nangle Perpetual Trophy

In 1961, George Venables resigned after 38 years of faithful service to the Club. He spent the first 21 years as Head Steward, the remainder as Secretary, a position that in his latter years became Secretary/Manager. Prior to leaving, he presented to the Club the Quadrant once owned and used by his father when one of the Navigating Officers aboard H.M.V.S. Cerberus. This was to lay idle in as cupboard in the Office until one day seen by then Commodore Les Nangle, who decided to put it to good use. Following being mounted in a case, July 1969, it was allocated as a trophy by Commodore Les Nangle. Originally it was for a Distance event for 1st Division and One-Design Classes, with the first event season 1969-70, being from St Kilda to Mornington, won by Brian Morris skippering the Diamond Class yacht, Vulpine. In an endeavour to raise interest in Twilight events for both the racing and Club revenue, the trophy was re-allocated, December 1990, for a Combined Club and Classes, including Trailerable yachts, Mid-Week Summer Twilight Pursuit Series, held on consecutive Wednesday’s, commencing January 1991, of seven, later amended to nine heats without spinnakers, initially with trophies awarded after each heat. The best five results to count, contested in accordance with the VYC handicapping system. Trophy was first won Season 1971-1972, by Roy Duncan with his Tumlare, Marie, From 2007 onwards the contests were amended to allow for at least seven heats to be set in the race calendar with a minimum of 5 heats to be conducted to constitute a series. Seventy percent of results to count for the series scores when the number of heats exceeded ‘Five’.

Brass quadrant upon coastal chart, enclosed in a glass fronted wooden case. Silver winners inscription shields attached around edge of case.

L. A. NANGLE PERPETUAL TROPHY THIS QUADRANT IS OF THE TYPE USED BY THE EARLY AUSTRALIAN NAVIGATORS

l.a. nangle, perpetual, trophy

Commodore John W Crosbie Memorial Cup

Following the death of Past Commodore John Crosbie in 1986, his long time friend from College days, Club member George Silley, was left a sum of money with which he was to handle John’s affairs. This George Silley was reluctant to accept, and in turn he offered half each to both R.M.Y.S. and R.B.Y.C. for the purchase of suitable Perpetual Trophies. The conditions agreed upon at R.M.Y.S were:- 1. The trophy to be named ‘Commodore John W. Crosbie Perpetual Trophy’. 2. To be awarded annually for: ‘The Club member of the year for his contribution to the Squadron’s Activities’. 3. Recipients of the Trophy must be nominated and seconded by Members of the Squadron. Selection criteria to be determined by the Committee, Flag Officers and General Committee. On receipt of the Trophy, April 1987, the Squadron then had it suitably engraved to George Silley’s liking by the Squadron’s engraver. In his modesty, for personal reasons, George Silley did not wish to be recognized as the donor. This agreement was not strictly adhered to, as evidenced in Annual Reports for the years 1990 and 1991, both of which rightfully credit G.A. Silley as being the donor. In 1988, for reasons unknown, and contrary to the donor’s conditions agreed upon, a further and as it turned out, erroneous inscription not to George Silley’s liking was added to the Trophy, as above. The first recipient of the Award was Les Williams in season 1986/1987. The award is by nomination from a Proposer and Seconder. General Committee then reviews the nominations received.

Deep sectioned silver bowl standing 230mm high to flared lip edge, on thick sectioned stem with annular ring about mid-section, flaring out to shaped, stepped footing. Has large shaped handles, top attachment in form of seahorse heads. Mounted on 85mm high round black base, flaring out to stepped, shaped footing. Silver winners’ inscription band around diameter.

Inscription on one side 1987 COMMODORE JOHN W. CROSBIE PERPETUAL TROPHY AWARDED TO THE CLUB MEMBER OF THE YEAR Erroneously added 1988 PRESENTED BY JOHN W. CROSBIE MEMBER ROYAL MELBOURNE YACHT SQUADRON 1934-86 COMMODORE 1970 -72 HONORARY LIFE MEMBER

john w crosbie, memorial cup, trophy, perpetual

Jo Johannesen Trophy

Donated June 1977 by Dalgety Travel Pty Ltd for a pre-Christmas Mid-week Pursuit Twilight Series, open to all keel boat classes on the register of any club, during the months of October, November and December, consisting of at least seven heats according to the calendar. It was first won by Gumdrop skippered by W. Bramsden. The company ceased operating in the late 1980’s and the trophy was re-named the Jo Johannesen Trophy in honour of Honorary Life Member, Jo Johannesen, who died in the clubhouse while entering results of a race.

Brass Sestral Type ‘A’ Binnacle, 200 mm in diameter, mounted on 300mm high, square sectioned hardwood pedestal with footing, has rectangular brass inscription plaque attached to front.

DALGETY TRAVEL CUP

jo johannesen, trophy, perpetual, dalgety travel

Jennifer Goldsmith Perpetual Trophy

A Lady Skippers Event was introduced in the year 2004, the first such event for over forty years. Following the donation of a trophy along with prizes from Swarovski Jewellers for Line Honours Winner and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place getters in the combined Y.V Performance Handicap Divisions, presented annually by the Goldsmith family in memory of Jennifer Goldsmith. The event became known as the Jennifer F. Goldsmith Perpetual and is open to any yacht on the RMYS Register. It was first contested on Sunday 17th February 2005, when won by Helen Crossley skippering Mystique II and who retained it the following year. The Perpetual Trophy to be engraved with the Y. V. Performance Handicap winner’s name and presented at the RMYS Presentation Night. Proceeds from the event are donated by RMYS to melanoma research.

A crystal shard 160 mm high with engraved yacht and wave images, mounted on an 140 mm high oblong rosewood block and base bearing winners’ inscription plaques around.

RMYS JENNIFER. F. GOLDSMITH PERPETUAL TROPHY FOR LADY SKIPPERS RACE

jennifer goldsmith, trophy, perpetual

Edward Lumley Trophy

Donated August 25, 1956 by Edward Lumley and Sons (Vic) Pty Ltd, for Annual Competition between all yachts on the Club register. It was first raced January 16 1957, and won by Graham Drane skippering Commodore Otto Meik’s, Paula. Trophy when later provided for by New Zealand Insurance Company donation, was reallocated for a combined divisions result using V.Y.C. handicaps over three races:- ‘W.T. Crosbie Memorial’, ‘Cactus Cup’ and ‘Service Shield’.

A Trophy which includes a Chronometer, Barometer and Thermometer mounted in a 155mm diameter Brass Semi Spherical gimbled setting and mounted on 110mm high, six sided tapered brown base with oblong winners inscription plaques attached to faces.

PRESENTED TO ROYAL ST KILDA YACHT CLUB FOR ANNUAL COMPETITION 1956

edward lumley, trophy, perpetual

Charles Marshall Memorial Trophy

Originally presented to the St Kilda 14ft Sailing Club in memory of Hon Life Member, Past Commodore Charles Marshall of the Royal St Kilda Yacht Club and long time President and Honorary Life Member of the 14ft Sailing Club. It was first won season 1954-1955 by Noel Brooke skippering the 14-footer dinghy Charles Marshall. On the disbanding of the Dinghy Club in 1966, the trophy was re-donated to the RMYS for competition in the Off-the–beach Heron Class, First won by A. Neale with Gypsy. On the decline of the Heron class it was then re-allocated 1970-71 for the Gwen 12 Class to be first won by Geoffery and Phillip Hughes with Concorde II. Season 1975-76 it was allocated for a combined division event over three heats to be won by Hugh Kesterton with Cygnet. Later it was allocated for 1st, 2nd and 3rd divisions aggregate over the Watts, Bennell and Dick Lean races based on the VYC handicap system. Again amended to be awarded for best result gained in the Bert Watts, Doc Bennell and Dick Lean events as a series.

Silver fully rigged racing sloop, mounted on shaped rectangular wooden base, 250 x 140mm, with silver shaped description plaques centred both sides. The whole is enclosed in a Glass case with silver winners inscription plaques attached around base of case.

CHARLES MARSHALL MEMORIAL TROPHY PRESENTED TO ST KILDA 14FT SAILING CLUB BY MR & MRS HUGH. S. HAWES. 1955 CHARLES MARSHALL MEMORIAL TROPHY PRESENTED TO ROYAL MELBOURNE YACHT SQ FOR THE HERON CLASS BY MR & MRS H. S. HAWES. 1966

trophy, charles marshall, memorial trophy

Centenary Trophy

To mark the Centenary of the Squadron, H.V. (Rusty) Foreman re-donated old trophy of unknown origin in February 1978. For the Squadron’s most consistent Yacht in VYC handicapping, on the Club Course for the Season. It was first won Season 1977-78 by Les R. Williams with Aquarius. Awarded by reviewing the number of races at RMYS and Block Entry races that a yacht competes in and balancing this with the minimum change in VYC handicap during the Season.

Pewter Gaff–rigged Cutter Yacht, 500mm long mounted on 100mm high rectangle redwood base. Silver rectangular winners inscription plaques around edge of base.

CENTENARY TROPHY PRESENTED BY H.V. (RUSTY) FOREMAN FOR THE MOST CONSISTENT PERFORMER DURING THE SEASON 1978

centenary trophy

“The Squadron’s Most Prestigious Trophy” THE CACTUS STORY Years ago a story was told of a Donkey which lived in the desert. The standard of living was poor, and the main course on the menu when things were tough was cactus. The Donkey accepted the good with the bad, and in bad seasons it was always cactus. One day during his wanderings he came to a high fence. On the other side of the fence was lush grass and all sorts of vegetation and animals in prime condition. The Donkey said to a horse, “things look good in there, how does one get in”. The horse said “go down to the end of this fence, and you will come to a gate, there will be someone at the get, ask to get in”. The Donkey went to the end of the fence, found the gate and asked to get in. The horse at the gate said, “what do you want to come in for, all of us are geldings?”. The Donkey said “if that is the case, it is back to the cactus for me”. It was during the early stages of the great depression of 1929-1932, that this story was simulated to the conditions at the then Royal St. Kilda Yacht Club, when during the yachting season there were very few trophies due to the lack of money. A lot of members were out of work, and each Monday many would front up for the jobs that were offering or those who missed out went back to the dole or as many put it “Back to the Cactus”. The “Cactus Cup” race, to be free of entrance fees, was an idea conceived by H.A. (Toby) Armstrong, soon to be backed by Bert Bryant, Ivor Bowles and Jim Thorpe. It was First sailed March 25, 1922, when 9 yachts on sealed handicaps, raced over a 5 mile rectangular course for a small Trophy donated by Jim E. Thorpe and the winning crew of the yacht Helen, skippered by D.Dowse, entertained at a café after the race by the instigators of the race. The next contest was April 12, 1930, for another small trophy also donated by Jim Thorpe, and the crew of the winning yacht Petrel, skippered by Stan Gamble, later on having to arrange for a mussel supper to the extent of Trophy money at an informal musical evening held in the spar room. From then on races for the Cactus Cup became an annual event. In time the format was changed to result in the crew of the first winning yacht having to collect mussels from the pier on the first Saturday of July, cook and prepare them for a no charge informal supper and entertainment evening held in the spar room, towards which the Club provided a keg of Beer. Member Bob Ellis had a special song for the occasion, “Up at Tumba Bloody Rumba shooting Kanga Bloody Roos”. Jim Thorpe then agreed to purchase a Perpetual Cup to be named the Cactus Cup. As guest of honor at the Cactus Supper Evening, May 1940, a dinner suit function in the Spar room, he presented the Cup along with Replica to Barney Snider who won with Eun-Na-Mara. Soon entries became few, for reason nobody wanted to win because of the penalty of having to collect, cook and prepare the mussels. In the interest of the contest and its revival, it was decided that the crew of the last yacht to finish had to collect, cook and prepare the mussels. On the death of Jim E Thorpe in 1944, the trophy, along with its annual replicas, were then provided for by Ivor Bowles until his death in 1970. In time for reason of pollution, the collecting of mussels from the pier was discontinued, so Otto Meik the new provider decided that the format be changed and be replaced by a supper on the day of the race, consisting of bottle mussels, beer and frankfurts. Following the death of Otto Meik in 1979, with no provider for the trophy of replicas, the Squadron in the early 80’s broke tradition by introducing race entry fees. In 2006 the Cactus Cup Tradition was reinstituted by a donation from J.H. (Bert) Ferris – RMYS historian. The Cactus Cup is now free to enter once again for all. The race is run early and a late afternoon feast of mussels and frankfurts is eaten afterwards.

Deep sectioned Silver Cup, 300mm high to lip, tapering to thick plain stem flaring out to stepped footing, has two shaped handles. Silver Lid with Donkey positioned on shaped dome. Overall height 110mm. Cup stands on 145mm high round black base with stepped footing, surrounded with Silver winner inscription band.

ROYAL ST. KILDA YACHT CLUB PERPETUAL CACTUS CUP INAUGURATED 1922 INSTIGATED BY H.A. ARMSTRONG ESQ. ORIGINAL CUP PRESENTED BY J.E. THORPE ESQ.

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Wheel of HMAS Sydney, Early 20th Century

THE WHEEL OF HMAS SYDNEY COMMEMORATING AUSTRALIA’S FIRST NAVAL ENGAGEMENT The historic wheel of HMAS Sydney commemorates the Royal Australian Navy’s first ship- to- ship naval engagement. It was purchased early in 1930 and later presented to the Royal St Kilda Yacht Club (now Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron) by then Commodore Joe White, following HMAS Sydney being broken up at Cockatoo Dock, Sydney. On 1 November 1914, led by the flagship SS Orvieto, a large convoy of 28 Australian and 10 New Zealand transports escorted by the Light Cruisers HMAS Melbourne, HMAS Sydney, HMS Minotaur and the Japanese ship Ibuki, departed King George Sound, Albany Western Australia with a large contingent of Australian and New Zealand troops bound for Egypt, to become the original Anzac’s. As the convoy steamed northwest across the Indian Ocean, leaving Cocos-Keeling Islands well to the westward, Captain Karl von Muller in the German Light Cruiser Emden of 3,600 tons, after having wrought much havoc to allied shipping in the Indian Ocean, ignorant of the convoys presence, had in mind to destroy the Cocos Island Cable Station on Direction Island. In the early hours of the morning of Monday the 9 November, he anchored “Emden” off Direction Island to send a landing party ashore, In the meantime the Cable Station had sent out a Morse Code message ‘Strange ship approaching’, this was followed soon after by a ‘S.O.S.’ These messages were picked up by ships in the convoy and at 7.00 a.m., Captain J.C. Glossop of the 5,400 ton HMAS Sydney was directed to leave the convoy and proceed at full speed for Cocos Islands. Two hours later Cocos Island was on the horizon. Captain von Muller, with the boarding party ashore to destroy the Cable station, steamed out to intercept the intruder. Captain Glossop decided to close in to 9,500 yards ( 8686.8m) before delivering his first salvo. Emden on the other hand, opened fire at 10,500 yards (9601m), its ten, 4.1 inch (104mm) guns firing 38 pound (17.24 kg ) shells, some of which scored near misses. Emden was hit repeatedly by HMAS Sydney’s eight, 6 inch (152.4mm) guns firing 100 pound (45.36kg ) shells. Within two hours Captain von Muller had decided to run the badly damaged Emden aground on North Keeling Island. Captain Glossop then broke off the engagement to speed off to intercept Emden’s collier, “Buresk”, seen lurking in the distance, soon to overtake her. A boarding party from HMAS Sydney was too late to prevent Buresk from being scuttled but able to rescue her crew. Returning to finish off Emden, HMAS Sydney was again met by heavy gunfire. Sydney scored a number of direct hits to Emden and only after having suffered 134 killed and 65 wounded, did Captain von Muller finally decide to lower his Naval Ensign. He was among those captured and was allowed to retain his Naval sword. In the engagements HMAS Sydney only suffered four direct hits, 4 killed and 12 wounded. J.H.(Bert) Ferris

Extremely significant as part of Australia's Naval and Military history.

Ships wheel, timber, mounted on a timber plinth, wheel of ship first HMAS Sydney.

Plaque notifying that wheel donated by Commodore Joe White 1930

ww1, sydney, german, hmas, raider, emden, cocos keeling, islands, hmas sydney, wheel

Yacht Bell "Ranee", 1903 (exact)

“RANEE BELL” This bell originally adorned the cabin of the 12.6m yacht “Ranee”, built for a Doctor Craig of Sydney by the famous Logan Bros of Auckland New Zealand, she was launched as Heather in 1900. A subsequent owner renamed her “Ranee”. Her name reverted to “Heather” prior to being purchased, September 1919, by club members Joe White and David Cargill. Joe White purchased her outright in season 1920-21. He then presented the bell to the club to summon members attention to announcements in the club bar where it remains today and is used for the same purpose. It was also rung to draw attention to impending bar closing times, when it was rung 5 mins before closing, then at closing. Ironically Joe White, when applying for a Admiralty Warrant for Heather in 1924, found out she had previously been registered under the name of Ranee, and the only way to carry on that Warrant, was for him to change her name back to Ranee mid-way during the season. J.H. (Bert) Ferris 1/03/09

Very significant - Squadron history - Yachting history Australia

Ships bell, brass, mounted on brass bracket,

brass, white, bell, ranee, heather, joe white, david cargill

RMYS Burgee Signed, Believed by Evan Evans Flags, (estimated); Believed manufactured late 1990's

July 2010 annual luncheon of 25 Year Member Association of Yacht Squadron, organised by Past Commodore, Harry Leggett. Old used Squadron Burgee signed by many present including longest serving member at time, Bill O'Day (1939) and Bert Ferris (1943). Also signed by Commodore of the day Stuart Tait and several past Commodores. Image record of this event on hand and also of 2009 luncheon. Similar signed burgee on hand of Committee January 1998.

Unique for signatures of attendees at event.

Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron burgee in fabric of size flown above club house and with tail frayed away from use. Triangular flag red background with white cross set vertically. Seven pointed star set in top left quadrant. Crown in centre. Signed by members attending the 2010 25 Year members luncheon. Dated 2.7.2001 but actually 2010.

The burgee is marked 25 year-member-association and signed by numerous people. "Bill-O'Day, Graham-Burton, Leslie-Norton, Michael-Morse, Janice-Kesterton, Jim-Holroyd, Lynette Holroyd, Ian-Ewing, Margaret-Ewing, A.W.-Ross, David-Allen, Ted-Montford, Brian-McDermott, Alan-Saunders, Ivor-Forsyth-Grant, John-Hooper, Ken-Simpson, Heather-Simpson, Russell-Nathan, Andrew-Kopp, Steve-Morrison, Stephen-Hawes, Harry-Russell, Leo-Perini, Ross-Morton, Ken-Dowdney, Nolene-Muller-Crosier, Harry-Leggett, Harry-Leggett, Murray-McCutcheon, Frances-Robertson, Jeff-mad-dog-Crozier, Dennis-Livingston, Stuart-Tait, Stephen-Aggro-Collis, Les Clough, Ross-Flood, Monica-Nurminen, Douglas-Faram, Michael-Sutton, Bill-Maude, Peter-Chapman, Mel-Mollison".

flag royal melbourne yacht squadron, burgee squadron, royal melbourne yacht squadron bugree, 25 year member association, bill o day, graham burton, leslie norton, michael morse, janice kesterton, jim holroyd, lynette, holroyd, ian ewing, margaret ewing, a w ross, david allen, ted montford, brian mcdermott, alan saunders, ivor forsyth grant, john hooper, ken simpson, heather simpson, russell nathan, andrew kopp, steve morrison, stephen hawes, harry russell, leo perini, ross morton, ken dowdney, nolene muller crosier, harry leggett, murray mccutcheon, frances robertson, jeff mad dog crozier, dennis livingston, stuart tait, stephen aggro collis, les, clough, ross flood, monica nurminen, douglas faram, michael sutton, bill maude, peter chapman, mel mollison

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Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron

With an illustrious history stretching back more than a century, Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron is one of the most historic yacht clubs on Port Phillip and also one of the friendliest.

Membership of the Squadron offers you the opportunity to be a part of a vibrant social and sailing community located on the foreshore at cosmopolitan St Kilda, and to enjoy modern facilities within an original period building. A world-renowned venue, RMYS was Sailing Control Centre for the 1956 Melbourne Olympics and more recently hosted the Laser World Sailing Championships in 1999 and World Sailing World Cup Final in 2016.

The Squadron boasts a great past, and in 2014 we opened our superb 250-pen floating Marina. RMYS continues to host national and State-level events including the Australian Yachting Championships and Port Phillip AMS Regatta in 2019.

The club has lots of offer, including Learn to Sail Keelboats with our friendly instructors at RMSTA! Our Sail Training Courses are open to all experience levels. Please see the link below for more detailed information. - https://www.rmys.com.au/keelboat-learn-to-sail/

RMIT Students will get a discounted membership rate when they join the club along with opportunities to learn to sail.

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E. [email protected] P. 03 9534 0227 W. https://www.rmys.com.au/

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What's St Kilda known for?

Today, St Kilda maintains its vibrant sense of culture and pride (it's home to the Victorian Pride Centre, the first purpose-built centre for Australia's LGBTQIA+ communities) and is increasingly known for its cosmopolitan inner-city lifestyle. Thanks in part to two seasons of The Block , which transformed the infamous Gatwick Hotel and Oslo Hostel, the grit and grunge continue to gentrify at a rapid pace – but if you ask many of the locals, it’s exactly this contrast of character that defines St Kilda, making it different from anywhere else in Melbourne – and perhaps the world. 

A stone’s throw from the CBD, the 3182 postcode is inexhaustible in its list of all that it has to offer. Home to many famous tourist attractions, a trip to Melbourne is not complete without a visit to St Kilda and its strip of palm tree-lined beaches, heritage buildings and eclectic dining scene, reminiscent of a curious cross between Venice Beach and San Francisco.

Why do the locals love it?

St Kilda Twilight Market event director, known to locals only as Oakies, says that one of the best things about St Kilda is “its really strong creative community – and not just artistically creative, but also in terms of being entrepreneurial."

“St Kilda is always changing – it’s gone through several different stages of gentrification and it has still got this edge, this vibrancy to it that the locals just love. I think that’s due to its transient nature. 

“St Kilda is a meeting place for people. It’s kind of known as Melbourne’s beachside playground. Then with Luna Park there – there’s a carnivalesque vibe that I don’t think will ever change.

“Everyone leaves something of themselves in St Kilda and they pick up something to carry with them forever.” 

How do I get to St Kilda?

Though it doesn’t have a train station, St Kilda is easy to access via public transport, with three trams (12, 16 and 96) running from Melbourne’s CBD to or via Fitzroy Street. Several other St Kilda Road trams will drop you at St Kilda Junction if you feel like a leisurely stroll past Albert Park and the excellent selection of restaurants and cafes opposite. There are a number of bus lines, too. If you’re heading to or from the airport, the SkyBus has four convenient stops around St Kilda.

What’s nearby?

St Kilda occupies prime real estate on Port Phillip Bay, between Middle Park to the west and Elwood to the east. Windsor and Prahran are a short walk to the north.

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Pick up a selection of sweet treats from one of Acland Street ’s many famous cake shops, harking back to the summers of the 1950s when European holidaymakers would descend upon the suburb. Share them with friends on the St Kilda foreshore or at the nearby Catani Gardens or St Kilda Botanical Gardens .

Been there, done that? Think again, my friend.

The best things to do in St Kilda

Don’t be fooled by the flashing neon sign out the front - Pars Kebab (25 Fitzroy St) is far from just another kebab shop in St Kilda. A newcomer to the Fitzroy Street dining scene, Pars Kebab is already a firm favourite among locals, specialising in Persian street food – think fresh lamb, chicken and falafel wraps, platters, salads, pita bread and hummus, with picnic packs to share.  

Manu of Manu’s Bistro (17 Fitzroy St) took the plunge by opening at the beginning of Melbourne’s first lockdown, thinking he would ease into his new venture after working as head chef at some of the world’s top restaurants. Needless to say, his homemade international cuisine has been exceedingly popular – choose from herb-scented gnocchi with roasted butternut squash and walnuts, authentic Sri Lankan lamb curry with freshly grilled roti or a Mexican corn fritter burger, among many, many other breakfast, lunch and dinner options. The one-man band makes the entire menu by himself and bakes fresh bread and other goodies from scratch every morning.

Blu Oyster Co (45A Fitzroy St) is another St Kilda newbie, an oyster bar already highly rated by locals, shucking and serving fresh Blackman Bay oysters and Mooloolaba prawns to order and eat on the spot or take home for dinner. Pick up a dozen to enjoy on St Kilda Beach at sunset, with your drink of choice from St Kilda Cellars next door.

If it’s silver service you’re after, St Kilda also delivers in spades. Melbourne fine-dining institution Café Di Stasio (31 Fitzroy St) blends exceptional service with its gritty Fitzroy Street charm as part of restaurateur Rinaldo Di Stasio’s exploration of “Italianality”, creating an ambience you will find nowhere else in Melbourne. Similarly,  Stokehouse (30 Jacka Blvd) offers excellent Australian-inspired beachfront fare, with an awarding-winning wine list to match.

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Little Prince Wine (2 Acland St) has filled a gaping hole in St Kilda’s foodie scene with its boutique cellar and gourmet deli options. Pick up some charcuterie to go with your favourite drop or perhaps something new, recommended by resident sommelier, Laurent Rospars. The contemporary wine bar and bottle shop form part of the fully renovated Prince Hotel, alongside Prince Public Bar, Prince Dining Room and the newly opened (dog-friendly!) Prince Rooftop. If you want to try all the Prince has to offer, you can also book an overnight staycation.

For one of the most popular views in St Kilda, Luna’s Food & Wine Bar (30 The Esplanade) is the place to be. Not to be confused with Lona St Kilda (64-66 Acland St) , although both venues are well worth visiting, Luna’s occupies a prime position on the Esplanade opposite Luna Park and the Palais Theatre, ideally located for an Insta-worthy sunset. The best part? They’ll treat your dog as part of the family with healthy homemade dog treats, while you make your way through the creative cocktail list.

Fondly known by all as the Espy, everyone has a story about their time(s) at St Kilda’s  Hotel Esplanade (11 The Esplanade) . Since reopening in late 2018, the Espy has again become a vortex in St Kilda, drawing all who visit in for an afternoon or evening of entertainment. Whether you’re dropping in for a sunset cocktail, catching a gig or indulging in the flavourful Cantonese cuisine of Mya Tiger , there is no pub quite like The Espy.

Oozing moody period-era charm with its original art deco décor, St LuJa ’s (9 Fitzroy St) killer selection of carefully curated cocktails is complemented by an extensive whiskey list; pick your poison and then pick a table on the street to watch the sunset on St Kilda’s palm trees. Thursdays are steak night – get a 250-gram porterhouse steak cooked to your liking, with chips, salad and a glass of the house red or white for $20.

Pick up a fresh loaf of bread or buttery pastry to enjoy with your coffee at Rye + Dough (149 Fitzroy St) , St Kilda’s popular artisan bakery that bakes everything from organic European and Australian ingredients daily.

Prince Public Bar (29 Fitzroy St) also makes an excellent Niccolo coffee.

The St Kilda Esplanade Market is a popular year-round attraction, drawing artists and makers from all over Australia to display their work and promote their wares, from jewellery and original clothing to olive oils and other gourmet food products. Successfully operating since 1970, the market is a must if you’re in the area on a Sunday. 

Specialising in bringing the people of St Kilda items they never knew they needed for the past 24 years, Urban Attitude (152 Acland St) is a one-stop gift shop filled with novelty items and limited-edition collector pieces. While Captain Planet air fresheners and SpongeBob SquarePants socks make perfect stocking fillers, you’ll also find hilarious greeting cards to suit any of your friendships and an extensive range of eco-friendly homewares.

If you want to spoil your fur babies, look no further than Since Paws (151A Fitzroy St) , home to quirky and boutique pet products, including cactus-shaped cat scratchers and avocado-shaped dog beds. You can also book your dogs and cats in for grooming services.

Roller skating never went out of fashion at St Kilda’s Rolla Bae Skate and Wellness Club . Buy or hire your favourite pair of Impala skates and cruise along the St Kilda promenade towards Port Melbourne in one direction or Elwood in the other. If you’re after a lower-impact form of exercise, Rolla Bae also offers beach yoga and strength and conditioning classes. Look for the pink caravan next to the Marine Parade skate park.

You’re bound to find a bargain at the Sacred Heart Mission Op Shop (87 Grey St) or Salvos Stores St Kilda (116 Carlisle St) , with both regularly replenished with pre-loved furniture and clothing. 

Things to do

Australia’s oldest theme park, Luna Park , opened its doors to its first visitors in 1912 and has since welcomed millions of excited people through Mr Moon’s giant smiling mouth. The heritage-listed Great Scenic Railway wooden rollercoaster (which inspired the famous Cyclone rollercoaster at Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York) remains the heart of the park, providing riders the best (and most exhilarating) views of Port Phillip Bay, especially at sunset. 

Opposite Luna Park, the Palais Theatre  makes up the other half of St Kilda’s iconic duo. Built in 1927 as a pivotal aspect of the suburb’s seaside entertainment precinct, the Palais’ ongoing refurbishment will ensure its hallowed stage hosts the world’s best entertainers for generations to come. It would be remiss to visit St Kilda without visiting the duo, if only for a photo. 

Then there's the  St Kilda Ferry . Embarking on its maiden voyage across Port Phillip Bay to Williamstown in 2016, and offering a cool vantage point towards Melbourne’s CBD, the Coastal Flyer has proven popular among day-trippers and those wanting to escape Melbourne’s heaving road traffic. Route options include a pit stop in Beacon Cove, Port Melbourne. You can phone ahead to bring your bike for transport at the other end.

To witness something really special, head to the end of the St Kilda pier to the St Kilda breakwater shortly after sunset any night of the year. There you may be lucky to spot St Kilda’s colony of more than 1,000 little penguins ( St Kilda Penguins ), standing on top of the rocks or waddling from one side of the breakwater to the other. Remember to keep your distance and turn the flash off your camera.

If you’re craving some drama, Theatre Works (14 Acland St) has been sharing powerful and culturally relevant performances with the people of Melbourne from an old Parish hall in St Kilda for the past 40 years. Check out what's showing right now via the website .

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Stay tuned for announcements about the   St Kilda Twilight Market in the O’Donnell Gardens over the summer. Eat, drink, enjoy live music and browse locally handmade arts, crafts, health and wellbeing products and other creative merchandise, all in the shadow of Luna Park every Thursday evening.

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All The Best Things To Do In St Kilda

Sitting just 6 kilometres from Melbourne’s city centre, St Kilda is the closest seaside town you will find to the city. With it’s own unique vibe and known as the home to some of Melbourne’s most iconic attractions, it’s a popular spot for both locals and visitors to Victoria.

Offering beautiful views of Port Phillip Bay, safe sandy beaches, palm trees for days, lively restaurants and bars and some of Melbourne’s best entertainment, there’s more than enough to keep you busy for a few days.

Here’s our complete guide with all the best things to do in St Kilda.

Getting to St Kilda

Just outside of Melbourne’s city, St Kilda is easily accessed by tram straight from the CBD.

Catch the no. 16 tram from Swanston Street, no. 96 tram from Bourke Street or no. 12 tram from Collins Street to St Kilda. Trams run approximately every 10 minutes between 5:30am and 1:30am.

Once you’re in St Kilda it’s super easy to walk around to everything you might want to visit. Alternatively, you can rent a bicycle from Melbourne Bike Share for the day and then drop it back off at a bike station when you’re done.

In St Kilda there are bike stations on Fitzroy Street, Cleve Street and outside Luna Park. Find out more about the Melbourne Bike Share program HERE .

The Main Streets

Fitzroy Street is the main street in St Kilda, lined with outdoor pubs, beer gardens, cafes and restaurants, serving dishes from around the world.

Acland Street is also a favourite in the area, with a huge cafe culture, all offering delicious and super hipster breakfast dishes.

Take the Acland Village Walking Tour to explore more of this iconic area. The walking tour takes you through the main streets, past some of the cities most popular landmarks and all the way to the marina. Download the tour guide HERE .

What to do in St Kilda

Melbourne’s very own theme park is located right here in St Kilda. Proudly operating for over 100 years, Luna Park and it’s iconic mouth entrance attracts visitors from all around the world.

It’s the home to the infamous Great Scenic Railway, which boasts the title of being the oldest continually operating wooden roller coaster in the world, and the only one of it’s kind with a standing brakeman in control aboard it’s moving carriages.

With all kinds of rides and attractions, from kiddie coasters to thrill rides and general amusement park games, Luna Park has something for everyone and is a very Melbourne way to spend the day.

Entry to the park is only $2 AUD, which goes to helping preserve Luna Park’s heritage. You can then purchase tickets per ride once you’re in the park, starting from $10.95 AUD for an adult single ride tickets. Unlimited ride tickets are also available for $49.95 AUD per adult if you’re planning to ride all day.

Open from 11am on weekends and every day of the school holidays. Above image found here .

Address:  18 Lower Esplanade || Ph: (03) 9525 5033

Explore everything Luna Park has to offer on their website HERE .

The Esplanade Market

One of Melbourne’s most loved markets, the St Kilda Esplanade Market is open every Sunday, stretching all the way along the esplanade to Luna Park. You can find all kinds of gifts, nic nacs and local artworks at the market, and is a lovely place to spend browsing.

The Esplanade Market is open from 10am to 5pm each Sunday from October to April, and 10am to 4pm each Sunday from May to September.

Visit the penguins

Despite being so close to the city, St Kilda is actually the home to over 1000 little penguins. Visit around sunset to watch these cute little penguins swim up to the shore and then nest in burrows underneath or behind the rocks.

When you get to St Kilda Beach, walk along the pier behind the Little Blue Cafe to find out more information and to spot the penguins doing their thing. Find out more HERE .

Important information:  As always, make sure you are respectful and careful of the penguins natural habitat. Turn your flash off if you’re taking photos and make sure you don’t disturb or disrupt the penguins. It should go without saying, but never try to touch any of the penguins – keep a good distance (about 3m away at all times) so they feel safe.

It can also be incredibly cold and wet if you’re trying to spot the penguins during winter. Make sure you rug up and it’s a good idea to wear a waterproof jacket, because even if it’s not raining the waves can still get you!

Spend the afternoon at the St Kilda sea baths

An iconic part of St Kilda, the Sea Baths are quite a unique part of the city. It’s the home to restaurants, bars, cafes, a gym, sea water pool, day spa, bike shop, stand up paddleboard and kit store and is located in the best position on the beach.

The sea water pool is probably the most famous attraction in the Sea Baths building, filled with water that has come straight from the sea and heated to the perfect temperature. With a 25m lap pool, hydrotherapy spa, aromatherapy steam room and lounge area, it’s the perfect place to relax and unwind.

Address:  10-18 Jacka Boulevard, check out the Sea Baths website for more information HERE .

Catch a show at the Palais Theatre

An icon of St Kilda since 1927, this art deco picture palace is the home of live music and all kinds of shows. It’s Australia’s largest fully seated theatre, able to hold an audience of 2,896 people.

The Palais Theatre holds over 100 events each year, including live music, theatre, comedy shows, opera, ballet, film and other community events. To find out what shows are on during your visit, check out their  show schedule .

Address:  Lower Esplanade || Ph: (03) 8632 2633

West Beach Bathers Pavilion

Built in the 1920’s, the West Beach Bathers Pavilion has maintained it’s status as a true Australian destination, and a great place to spend the day at the beach.

With stunning beach views, award winning coffee and a restaurant where your feet don’t have to leave the sand, it might just be Melbourne’s only true beach club. Head down for a cocktail and to soak up some Vitamin D in the summer months. Image found here .

Address:  330A Beaconsfield Parade || Ph: (03) 9593 8833

Catch a movie at the Astor Theatre

Opened in the 1930’s, the Astor Theatre is a grand, old cinema that still holds all of it’s art deco charm from when it was built. It shows a mix of older films as well as recent releases, as well as offering some special single-feature sessions and movie festivals.

Open from Monday to Saturday from 6:30pm and Sunday from 1pm (closed on Tuesdays).

Address: 1 Chapel Street

Check out what’s showing right now at the Astor HERE . Image found here .

Visit the Art Yarramunua Gallery

Check out the beautiful traditional artworks in this 100% Aboriginal owned and operated art gallery by Stan Yarramunua. Explore some truly beautiful Aboriginal works of art and learn more about what goes into creating each piece.

Address:  149 Acland Street

St Kilda Festival

Each February St Kilda Festival takes place along the Esplanade with some of Australia’s best musicians playing live music across multiple stages, all kinds of performances, carnival rides, buskers, markets and a whole lot more.

The full program is generally announced in January each year, and if you have a band, performance or show of your own, you can even apply to play or participate each year.

Find out more about St Kilda Festival HERE . Image found here .

Check out St Kilda Pier

As well as being home to the little penguins, the St Kilda Pier is also a landmark to visit all of it’s own. With panoramic views of Melbourne City and the Port Phillip Bay, you will often find people fishing off the pier or just taking a stroll to the Pier Kiosk at the end.

Originally built in 1904 the Pier Kiosk serves milkshakes, coffee, ice-cream, drinks and snacks such as fish and chips, sausage rolls, pies and soup on the deck.

In the summer time (between November and March) it’s open from 9am to 9pm weekdays, open til late on a Saturday and closing at 8pm on a Sunday. Hours change throughout winter and the cooler months, so make sure you check their website HERE before you visit.

Address:  End of St Kilda Pier || Ph: (03) 9525 5545

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Catch the ferry between St Kilda and Williamstown

Check out more of Melbourne’s historic suburbs by catching the Coastal Flyer ferry between St Kilda and Williamstown in the Western Suburbs. The ferry takes about 20 to 25 minutes to get from one town to the other, and is much more scenic than arriving by car or public transport.

Departing from the first lower landing on St Kilda Pier and Gem Pier in Williamstown, tickets start from $20AUD per adult for a one-way trip. You will need to purchase a 2 zone ticket to travel between St Kilda and Williamstown.

The ferry is weather dependent, so it’s recommended that you check out their Facebook page or give them a call on 0412 320 315 to make sure they’re operating on the day. You can also find their timetable HERE .

Where to eat and drink in St Kilda

Though St Kilda is known as a seaside playground by day, it completely changes it’s tune by night. With entertainment, live music, pubs and clubs galore, there’s something for everyone around St Kilda’s streets.

Captain Baxter

Named after one of St Kilda’s founding fathers, Captain Benjamin Baxter, this is the perfect place to head on a warm sunny day. With a rooftop terrace, ocean views, unique cocktails and free live music, Captain Baxter is the place to be in the summer time.

Address:  10-18 Jacka Boulevard || Reservations possible in the downstairs restaurant on (03) 8534 8999. The rooftop terrace is first come first served, so head there early on a warm day.

With a bar and restaurant right on the beach, you can’t beat Republica’s location. There’s live music on the weekends, comfy hanging chairs in the garden and an abundance of sunshine in the summer time.

Address:  St Kilda Sea Baths, 10-18 Jacka Boulevard || Ph: (03) 8598 9055

Secret Garden

One of the most popular bars in St Kilda, the Secret Garden comes to life as the sun begins to set and is the perfect place to start your night on the town. Great beer garden and cocktail menu and close to many other bars and clubs to continue your night.

Address:  7-8/60 Fitzroy Street || Ph: (03) 9452 0070

Trippy Taco

Find a slice of Mexico right here in St Kilda at Trippy Taco. Known for it’s delicious tacos, gluten free and vegetarian options, Mexican beers and the perfect margaritas and sangria, Trippy’s offer super affordable Mexican!

Trippy Taco is open for lunch and dinner, from 11:30am to 9pm Monday to Sunday.

Address:  6 Acland Street || Ph: 0401 530 509

St Kilda Accommodation

Here are some of the top suggestions for St Kilda accommodation –

Rydges St Kilda:  35-37 Fitzroy Street || Ph: 1300 884 373

Crest of Barkly:  47 Barkly Street || Ph: (03) 9537 1788

Novotel St Kilda: 16 The Esplanade || Ph: (03) 9525 5522

St Kilda Junction Accommodation:  1A St Kilda Road || Ph: (03) 9536 3300

Adina Apartments:  157 Fitzroy Street || Ph: (03) 9536 0000

Quest St Kilda Bayside:  1 Eildon Road || Ph: (03) 9593 9500

Backpackers

Base Backpackers: 17 Carlisle Street || Ph: (03) 8598 6200

Ritz Backpacker: 169B Fitzroy Street || Ph: (03) 9525 3501

Habitat HQ:  333 St Kilda Road || Ph: (03) 9537 3777

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The perfect venue to experience St. Kilda’s sunsets, ocean breeze, panoramic beach and city views.

Located upstairs at the Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron, Harbour Room showcases some of St Kilda’s most unbelievable beach views and remarkable sunsets.

Complete with a spectacular rooftop for wedding ceremonies and cocktails at sunset, the property boasts a modern and stylish interior featuring American oak floorboards, an onyx marble bar, and a fireplace seamlessly combining the original iconic character with distinctive design and unique furnishings.

The Harbour Room rooftop which overlooks the amazing views of St Kilda beach is the perfect event space for a variety of celebrations starting from wedding ceremonies and product launches to corporate cocktail parties.

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