Third day at Burrum Heads Windfest. Winds had picked up to a point at times in excess of 30 knots. The races were running only a few feet off of the sandbar to remain in flat water. We have on good advice that at least one racer went 40+ knots today. Thankfully there were no spills today, but only the very experienced racers were allowed on the course due to wild conditions.
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There were about 30 sailboards at Burrum Heads Windfest today. Some squalls going through with 10-20kt winds. Rain doesn’t matter…sailboarders get wet anyway and MRHB crew are waterproof! See comments for some videos.
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Great footage, highly skilled windsurfers and wonderful MRHB volunteers on standby. 👍👍👍
Over the next few days, Rescue III and her crew will be supporting Australia's largest and longest running windsurfing event, the 2024 SurfFX Windfest at Burrum Heads. Today’s winds were 10 to 15kts with light rain in the afternoon. Around 20 craft of various types were competing. Tomorrow will see more rain and stronger winds.
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Folks, the weekend won’t offer great boating conditions. Please take care along with all appropriate safety equipment if you’re heading out, and remember to log on with MRHB via VHF CH73 or 07 4128 9666.
#BoatSafe
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Excellent advice from our colleagues at Marine Rescue Brunswick. If in doubt, don’t go out. Whether it’s a bar crossing or heading to the favourite fishing spot, life jackets are a life changing investment.
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As Anzac Day approaches it’s a time to remember those who have served, and those who have sacrificed their tomorrow for our today. We also take this opportunity to thank one of the great community supporters in our region: Hervey Bay RSL who continue to support MRHB financially. In doing so, they play a pivotal part in ensuring our vessels, crew and on-shore capabilities are ready to assist those in need.
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Well said and so very true. Thank you RSL Hervey Bay and thank you to all of our service men and women.
Today’s duty crew got called back from Rescue III training this afternoon, to render assistance to two people on a JetSki that was taking on water beyond Coongul Point. Thankfully the riders got the ski to shore before it completely filled with water. Then it was a matter of our crew getting the ski out to Rescue 1 where the water could be pumped out. A slow tow with a few pumping stops ensued. Everyone was safely back in the harbour by 2130. Well done crew and thank you ROs for maintaining overwatch.
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Great achievement - your preparedness for any situation is commendable. 👍🙏💛 All Volunteers are champions. 😍
Marvelous work ,keeping people safe
Great work 👍🏼👍🏼
Sweeties!!
Now we have your attention, today was an extra busy day at MRHB. While the Maintenance Team did their usual great work, Hyne Timber Rescue headed up to Triangle Cliffs to assist with a runabout with starter motor issues.
We also had a team visiting from MRQ Implementation. The visit was to check our operational readiness before transition to MRQ once legislation has passed. While there were some minor things to work towards, they were extremely happy with us as an operational unit. Our Maintenance Team have done a fantastic job of ensuring that any WHS items are very small and easily fixed. The volunteers at MRHB work hard to be a professional and cohesive unit to provide life saving support to our boating community.
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What's the official date for "MRQ"?
Well done Kathy.
Last night’s crew were called in for a Medivac at 0045 that got them back to base at 0400. Today’s crew had a busy time with a medivac at 10.25 that had them back at 12.10…followed by the first tow of the day from Big Woody North at 12.48 back at 13.54, and the second tow of day from Wathumba which left at 1439 and got back back at 1736.
Today’s first aid course was part of regular training we undertake to make sure our members can render assistance if needed. Today’s course was made up of Radio Operators, and a sole Crewie who was so dedicated, he came in on his birthday! Happy birthday Dave.
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Wow - you guys are certainly kept busy! No doubt about the need for your services and expertise. Amazing dedication to helping people in trouble on the water. Well done yet again. I’m glad you enjoyed your birthday training David!! 👏👏👏
Aw gee...thanks for the birthday wishes....you guys and gals are awesome to work and train with....great sense of humour garnished with a bit of shenanigans and lighthearted tomfoolery made revalidation a pleasure. Made my day! Marine Rescue rocks! 🏴☠️😎
What a busy day for all volunteers! Such dedicated members either updating their skills or out on the water with activations! Brilliant effort by all.👍😍❣️
Hhmmm…
Two important things about boat maintenance: it’s gotta be done, and it’s gotta be done right.
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Fast as hell in reverse !🤣
Wow, that's a bit backwards in going forwards 😂
Reverse thrusters!! lol
Yesterday was Maintenance Day and the team were flat-out. How flat out you ask? So flat out that no one got any photos of all the MRQ preparatory work that was done, the lawn being manicured, or the vehicle getting a bath…but not so flat out that the cake could not be consumed.
Cake is on the critical path to success!
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What a magnificent cake! Sounds as though you earned the treat. 👍
Fabulous cake well done all