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24.01.2022 Evening Members The current coronavirus (COVID-19) situation is unfortunately affecting many aspects of daily life and the broader water ski and wakeboard commu...nity. Our number one priority and responsibility is the health and safety of everyone involved with WAWA, including our athletes, coaches, officials and volunteers. WAWA is working closely with relevant health authorities to ensure we are informed and we are doing everything we can to keep our people safe. You are probably aware that several international and national water ski and wakeboard competitions have been cancelled and postponed in recent times. In light of the situation, it is with great regret, that all events WAWA has sanctioned from 17th March 2020 onwards, can no longer be sanctioned and WAWA are not in a position to sanction any future events until further notice. By effectively withdrawing sanctioning for the remainder of our season, WAWA is playing its part in protecting our members in this unprecedented global health issue. If you have returned from overseas in the past 14 days and are experiencing signs of any infectious disease (including runny nose, sore throat, coughing or fever), please seek appropriate medical attention. We encourage you to seek relevant information regarding the virus from trustworthy sources such as health organisation and Government websites and please take all necessary precautions to stay healthy and safe. This is an ever evolving situation and updates will be presented to Divisions, States, Clubs and Members as they become available. Warm regards, Grant Barnett Leeza Wray President and Executive Officer

23.01.2022 Yesterday the TWSA released the newsletter early as nationals were cancelled and announced the upcoming teams and squads were included which are usually announced at nationals presentation. Geelong Water ski had the following people included. In the over 35 world waterski championships team were Sue Crisp and Rose Maczkoviack. In the University worlds Patrick Crisp and Matthew Browne. In the 2020 TWSA Junior Development Squad were Ryan Macdonald, Caitlin Dennis and Henry Leake. Last but not least we had Jada Sweeney and Jono Leake selected for the TWSA Junior World Squad for 2022. Congratulations to all the skiers for there hardwork and dedication to there sport. We are all proud of you.

21.01.2022 This is a really good video by Shaun Murray that shows how much fun it is to get on the water and just have fun. In the US they are allowed to social distance at the lake in AUS we are not, but we may be back on the water earlier with less restrictions if we can get this under control. This will make us all stronger in the end. Please send me pics or vids of fun at geelong so we can share the fun we have had at geelong. https://youtu.be/YfLjhQ17JZ8

20.01.2022 Over the past weeks, the world has experienced unprecedented changes in the way we travel and live our day to day lives due to COVID-19. With the above in mind,... the IWWF World Barefoot Council advises that the 2020 IWWF World Barefoot Championships will be postponed to a date to be confirmed. Moving forward, we understand this is regrettable, yet under the circumstances understandable. The Local Organising Committee (LOC) has made every effort to alleviate this outcome. Unfortunately, force majeure has led to this announcement. The New South Wales LOC will in the coming months monitor the situation closely with a plan to reschedule the event with a revised date for late 2020. We appreciate your understanding. GEOFF BLAAUW CHAIRMAN IWWF BAREFOOT COUNCIL

16.01.2022 A short snippet of the Fun we all had at our club H2H Fun Day

14.01.2022 Dear GWSC Club Members In light of the current COVID-19 virus please be advised of the following:- After a lengthy discussion with THE CCMA Body and also Our Committee the following was reached... As of the 25th of March 2020, the State Government has stated that The most important message for all Victorians, is to stay at home and avoid all gatherings of people. This minimises the chances of COVID-19 transmission, protects the health system and saves lives. If you are with other people, you must observe the rule of, one person for every 4 square metres to ensure a safe physical distance. If you are in doubt about whether you should go out, go to the shops, take public transport or let your children go on play dates the simple answer is don’t The mandated government guidelines specify that non-essential travel includes travelling to Victorian regional areas should be avoided. Myself and the GWSC committee wish, that as a club, we should show the utmost respect to Geelong and its Community Taking into consideration all of the above, we regret to inform our members that as of 12 noon Today , 26th of March 2020, the slalom and jump course along with the club grounds will be closed and the padlock changed until further notice and advise from the CCMA Body along with the Governments advise , bringing our season to an abrupt end. Please keep yourself up-to-date on the latest Health advise from the Government and I wish you a safe and healthy next few months. We hope to see you back on the water soon. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/new-restrictions-and-closures The GWSC and its Committee wish you all the best , Stay Safe Any questions surrounding this you are welcome to contact me on 0433223300 GWSC President Ryan Mcleod

14.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who attended last nights TWSV Presentation. Congratulations to all those that received awards. and a special thank you to the Anthea Colli...coat who done an amazing job on making the presentation run so smoothly ..... Most Outstanding Performance 2019-2020 Jack Christie Most Improved 2019 - 2020 Jada Sweeney Skier of the Year 2019 - 2020 Jack Christie

12.01.2022 GEELONG JUNIOR HIGH PERFORMANCE SQUAD 2020/21 Congratulations to all the skiers in the GWSC HP Squad and especially to the 2 new members Alec Werner and Dave Barbuto... The 10 skier squad for 2020/21 is Jada Sweeney Emily Perrett Amanda Perrett Caitlin Macdonald Ryan Macdonald Caitlin Dennis Alec Werner Dave Barbuto Jono Leake Henry Leake We are very fortunate that Pat, Matt, Tom and Robbo have all agreed to be a part of the coaching team again this season.

08.01.2022 And just like that we are back Interested in learning to wakeboard , water ski or trick ski Please find the Try Booking link the first school next Sunday for Slalom and Wakeboard coaching.... https://www.trybooking.com/BLUWX

07.01.2022 The IWWF wishes to announce that an IWWF World Water Ski Show Tournament will be held in Australia at some point once the world-wide coronavirus situation clears ........ Please read more https://iwwf.sport/2020-iwwf-world-water-ski-show-tourname/

04.01.2022 Good Morning GWSC Members In the preparation of re-opening the club today we ask you carefully read over the below notice before attending the club. IMPORTANT NOTICE RECREATIONAL USE OF THE BARWON RIVER THROUGH GEELONG PRECINCT... As the GWSC committee We ask that all visitors adhere to some strict guidelines to ensure we can not only open now but continue to remain open: Physical distancing and mass gathering rules MUST apply at all times including at the boat ramp and in your boat. You must maintain 1.5 metres between yourself and others (unless you live in the same household). No groups to be more than 5 people. There will be NO use of the club rooms, tables or shower facilities, so please we ask if you MUST be at the club you simply use the water/your boat and move on after skiing. When you aren’t using the water we expect you to stay in your boat or in/near your vehicle unless using the outside toilet (only if needed). No unnecessary spectators, visitors or family members are to attend the club during these times. You must NOT attend if you feel unwell in any way. Hand hygiene must be adhered to prior to opening gate. All GWSC Club Rules, CCMA and Victorian Boating laws to be followed. Please refer to the directions of Victoria’s Chief Health Officer on the DHHS website for further information. https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/sport-cultural-and-recreational Victorians are being asked to use common sense when it comes to travelling. If you can walk or exercise near your home, you should. We are all being asked to make sacrifices in order to save lives. For more information on travelling visit the travel restrictions page. These measures are to keep everyone safe and avoid further closures. Thanks for your help. We look forward to seeing everyone again at the club soon. Stay Safe GWSC Committee

03.01.2022 On Sunday we have a big day at the club we have our first tournament which is club member based handicapped head to head slalom event. We will be having 20 odd skiers fighting it out to take the crown off the the defending champion Jason Jones. We also have presentations from 2019/2020 season starting after head to head is finished. It will be interesting to see who will take out our club trophy’s? Also the river will be closed till the end of the head to head which is expected to be finished by 2.30pm. Good luck to all the skiers and have fun!!!

01.01.2022 GEELONG WATER SKI CLUB COVID RULES OFF WATER 1. A register of all people in your group must be completed (this register will be kept in the space under the clubrooms). 2. The space below the clubrooms will reopen soon. The kitchen area and barbecue will remain closed at present. Please do not linger in this space.... 3. Cleaning products will be available in the bathroom. Please clean after using the bathroom. Parents please clean after their child has used the bathroom. 4. Limit outside activity to people in your household, and/or no more than groups of 10 in the ski club grounds. 5. Please maintain 1.5 social distancing rules. 6. Please do not attend the grounds if you are unwell. 6. Please maintain hand hygiene. Products will be available at the club. 7. As per DHHS guidelines, masks must be worn outside the family home. ON WATER 1. Household members plus one other person only allowed in a boat. 2. There can be no middle observer at present (if not from the same household). 3. If a driver and observer are not from the same household, masks must be worn in the boat. Please maintain as much social distance as possible in this instance. See more