Unfortunately the weather had other ideas and the first weekend was a wash-out. Work was rescheduled for the following week and the second of the two weekends. Despite the continuing unsettled weather, about 65 people were able to complete much of the planned work, which included:
• A new pathway to the wharf was completed, designed by Peter Scott and Mark Pearse with construction managed and supervised by Warwick Ellis.
• The mast crane was repainted.
• The barbecue storage and other areas were repainted.
• Steel keel supports on the slipway were repaired.
• Ninety power tools, leads and other electrical equipment were tested and tagged by a club member electrician (about 8% failed).
• Three spot/sensor lights were replaced at the clubhouse and slipway, and electrical repairs at the Green Shed. • Pontoon steel work was repainted.
• The Green Shed doors were repainted.
• Fifteen deck planks repaired or replaced at the Green Shed.
• The fire-hose reel at the Green Shed was relocated to a more appropriate position. David Salter (designated chef) and his assistants prepared lunch for the volunteers, as well as morning teas on most days. It was a remarkable effort by all the volunteers who took part. Well done and thank you everyone!
Chris Manion
