11/6/2025 - David W, Bill S and Gary C dig new post holes for the relocation of the flightline.

11/6/2025 - David W, Chris C, Bill S and Gary C take a break from the relocation work.

11/6/2025 - Demolition of the old flightline complete.

11/6/2025 - David W tidies up after the demolition of the old flightline.

12/6/2025 - The new flightline takes shape.

17/5/2025 - CC’s beloved Extra. RIP.

12/5/2025 - Mario’s Spacewalker

13/5/2025 - Mario A and Spacewalker.

13/5/2025 - Mario’s Spacewalker in the air.

13/5/2025 - Rob B still smiling though that motor stops once airborne.

13/5/2025 - Chris C.

13/5/2025 - Rob M and Stick.

13/5/2025 - Bill S and Ag Wagon.

13/5/2025 - Peter Z puts the finishing touches on the new sink stand built by Peter from scratch. Peter also acquired the sink. THANKS !

11/5/2025 - Our new President gets to work.

9/5/2025 - Newly installed Chevron from afar.

9/5/2025 - Newly installed Chevron up close.

9/5/2025 - David W and Bill S with newly installed Chevron.

4/5/2025 - David W, Chris C,Simon H, Len S, Brendon P, Paul D, Nick C, Greg H, Eddie H, Saad R.

4/5/2025 - Joe S.

4/5/2025 - Flightline.

4/5/2025 - Members at Work.

4/5/2025 - Joe S and Mario A.

4/5/2025 - Nick C

4/5/2025 - Eddie H

4/5/2025 - Mario A’s BIG Stick.

4/5/2025 - Saad R.

2/5/2025 - Peter Z. A new plane at last! Donated to SEMAC by Gary C and won by Peter.

20/5/2025 - Mario’s Extra.

20/5/2025 - Angelo’s Timber.

20/5/2025 - Greg’s Stick.

20/5/2025 - Angelo’s Timber.

25/5/2025 - Brendon and Stinger.

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SEMAC NEwS MAY - Jun 2025

VIDEO - 6 Y.O. Damian Flying at SEMAC

Summary of the SEMAC General Meeting on 3 June at dingley community centre

Attendees: 22 members present. Apologies: Nick C & Brendon P

Key Highlights:

Instructor Course: David W, Joe S, and Petro successfully completed the VMAA instructor course on May 18, increasing the number of registered VMAA instructors to five (or six if Ben Fraser rejoins).
Safety Improvements: The installation of chevrons appears to be reducing overflights of the southern boundary. The next project is to close the gap above the west container wall and roof.
Weekend Flying Hours: The overwhelming majority of members voted to adhere to the existing flying start times: 7 AM on weekdays and 9 AM on weekends and public holidays.
Membership Fees: Committee recommended that 2025/26 membership fees remain at their current rates, despite an initial intention to increase them by $10. This decision was made possible due to a reduction in MAAA insurance fees. Members voted to accept this recommendation, proposed by Eddie H and seconded by Gary C.
Online Renewal: Geoff M developed an easy-to-use online renewal process for existing MAAA-registered SEMAC members, significantly reducing administrative work. A paper system will remain available for new members and those who prefer it.
Weather Station Grant Unsuccessful: The application for a weather station grant was unsuccessful. After discussion, members voted against proceeding with a weather station using club funds.
Caulfield Club Members: Members from the impending closure of the Caulfield club are welcome to apply for SEMAC membership through the standard application process.
Flightline Relocation: Discussion took place regarding moving the flightline back approximately 4-5 meters, as strongly recommended by VMAA CFI Les Marriner for safety reasons. The overall feeling was to proceed with this relocation.
AGM Scheduled: The Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at the next meeting on August 5th at 7:30 PM in Meeting Room 6 at the Dingley Community Centre.
CASA Height Permit: Geoff M has completed the necessary paperwork to renew the club's CASA 1000' height permit, which expires in March 2026.
New Hand Wash Sink: Peter Z was thanked for his excellent work in installing a hand wash sink on the eastern side of the "cookhouse" container.

Financial Report:

Treasurer Rod Clipstone reported significant financial news:

Loan Repayment: A major outgoing for May was a $5,000 loan repayment to the VMAA, which fully clears the club's loan.
Income for May June: $0.00 Expenditure: $5000. Rod emphasised the need for spending restraint.
Membership: Current membership stands at 43 members and 4 associates.

The meeting concluded at 9:30 PM, followed by pizza and soft drinks.