The TAS Advisory Committee is a committee that represents the affiliated clubs in Tasmania.  

The role of the committee is to help create a stronger sport, primarily by strengthening relationships between clubs and Australian Sailing; both listening and understand clubs needs and communicating the role of AS and the services we provide. 

Specific responsibilities include:  

• Appoint the Delegate to represent the views of Member Clubs at AS General Meetings 

• Contribute to the development of the AS strategic plan 

• Provide local guidance and advise on state specific issues 

• Assist with government and industry advocacy 

• Engage with and provide feedback from clubs 

• Assist with review of affiliation fee appeals 

• Form a voting panel for state awards 

Two new members were recently joining the RAC were Jenny Graney (elected) from the Kingston Beach Sailing Club and Alison Merridew (appointed). Both are very active sailors and are passionate about growing the sport and its culture.  

The TAS RAC members are: 

• Richard Bevan (Chair) – RYCT 

• Danny Cunningham – BYC 

• Chris Symonds – WYC 

• Jenny Graney – KBSC 

• Alison Merridew – RYCT, DSS & BYC 

Heather McCallum joined the Tasmanian RAC for a short period before being appointed to the Australian Sailing Board, requiring Heather to resign from the RAC. More news on the recent AS Board appointments HERE  

More information about the RAC can be found HERE