Board & Committees
Port Stephens Yacht Club is run by a volunteer Board supported by the Race Committee and the Club management team. Use the links below to find the right person to contact.
Board Members & Directors
Race Committee
The Race Committee supports the Vice Commodore in delivering safe, well-managed and enjoyable racing. Chaired by the Vice Commodore, the Committee oversees the Club's racing program, race documentation and the fair conduct of all Club racing. The Commodore attends as an ex officio member. The attached Duty Statement defines the purpose and responsibilities of the Committee.
Roger Yeo
Contact through the Chair.
Neil Edwards
Contact through the Chair.
Craig Tucker
Contact through the Chair.
Margaux Everett
Attends as an ex officio member. Contact through the Chair.
Roles & Responsibilities
The Committee plans the annual racing calendar for Wednesday, Saturday and Friday Twilight racing. It oversees the Sailing Instructions, Notices of Race, courses, handicaps and results. It also supports our Race Officers and volunteers so all racing is fair and safe.
When to Contact Us
Contact the Committee with questions about race entries, courses, handicaps or the Sailing Instructions. Please also get in touch if you believe a race result or handicap is incorrect. Suggestions for Club racing and new events are always welcome.
How We Respond
The Chair will acknowledge your concern and, where needed, bring the Committee together to resolve it, normally within a few days. You will be told the outcome directly. Protests follow the time limits in the Sailing Instructions.
Management
Management roles support the Board by coordinating the day-to-day operation of key areas of the Club. The attached Duty Statements define the purpose and responsibilities of each role.
Maintenance Manager
Facilities, maintenance, presentation and operational upkeep.
View Duty StatementBar & Licence Manager
Bar operations, licensing compliance, stock control and hospitality support.
View Duty StatementArchive Manager
Club history, photographs, records, trophies and memorabilia.
View Duty StatementVolunteer Manager
Volunteer recruitment, rostering, participation, support and retention.
View Duty StatementTraining Manager
Operational delivery of the PSYC Sailing Academy and training programs.
View Duty StatementSocial Committee
Social activities, hospitality, events and member engagement.
View Duty StatementSocial Media
Coordinates PSYC social media channels, sailing and Club content, community engagement and day-to-day digital publishing.
View Duty StatementMarketing & Merchandise
Supports Club marketing and promotion and coordinates PSYC branded merchandise, suppliers, stock and member merchandise activities.
View Duty StatementCOLLECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY
While each Director and Management Role has defined responsibilities, the successful operation of Port Stephens Yacht Club relies upon collaboration, mutual support and shared leadership. Every office bearer is expected to act in the best interests of the Club, uphold its Constitution, support the Strategic Business Plan and contribute positively to a culture of respect, participation, accountability and continuous improvement.These Duty Statements are intended to provide guidance rather than limit initiative. Responsibilities may evolve over time as the Club grows, strategic priorities change and new opportunities emerge. The Board may amend these Duty Statements from time to time to reflect the changing needs of Port Stephens Yacht Club.