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SUMMARY:Tackers 1 - Term 4 Saturday Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 1 – Term 4 Saturday Mornings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 1 – “Having Fun” \n\n\n\nThis program is designed to provide a safe and enjoyable introduction to dinghy sailing for primary school aged kids (7-12 years).  Suitable to complete beginners. \n\n\n\nKids sail in pairs in small boats called OziOpti’s.  They learn the basics of boat handling\, and manoeuvring\, practice safety drills and how to recover from a capsize.  All exercises are incorporated into games so the kids are unaware they are in a lesson\, they are just having fun.  It’s a great way to meet new friends while having fun on the water. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-1-term-4-saturday-mornings/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
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SUMMARY:Tackers 2 - Term 4 Saturday Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 2 – Term 4 Saturday Mornings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 2 – Tricks & Techniques\n\n\n\nHave you completed Tackers 1? \n\n\n\nEnrolment into Tackers 2 requires the completion of Tackers 1. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed to consolidate the experience and knowledge gained in ‘Tackers 1’.   New skills and knowledge are introduced that will enable the successful participant to safely and competently sail a dinghy in controlled conditions independently (One child per boat)\, with lots of support\, supervision and encouragement from the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-2-term-4-saturday-mornings/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
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SUMMARY:Tackers 3 - Term 4 Saturday Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 3 – Term 4 Saturday Mornings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 3 – Sailing Fast!\n\n\n\nHave you completed Tackers 2? \n\n\n\nEnrolment into Tackers 3 requires the completion of Tackers 2. \n\n\n\nUpon completion of Tackers 3\, sailors will be able to apply knowledge of fundamental boat handling to independently manoeuvre their boat in moderate conditions on all points of sailing. This is a chance for the kids to sail boats on their own\, learning how to make the boat go faster and playing more games\, all whilst still under the guidance and supervision of the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-3-term-4-saturday-mornings/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
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SUMMARY:Tackers Green Fleet - Spring
DESCRIPTION:Tackers Green Fleet – Spring\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nHave you completed Tackers 3?\n\n\n\nHere is the next exciting step in your sailing pathway! \n\n\n\nEnrolment into Green Fleet will require the skills & knowledge developed in Tackers 3 \n\n\n\nOur Green Fleet is open to young sailors who have completed Tackers 3 and are keen to try their hand at sailing around a course and learning more about racing.  You’ll have a coach on water with you for assistance & guidance\, but you’re now becoming a more proficient sailor & making decisions yourself! \n\n\n\nOur Green Fleet sail on Saturday mornings\, alongside our Pelican and O’pen Skiff Classes.  They will complete one race each week\, with the race starting around 11:15am so\, arrive around 10.30\, to allow time to get dressed\, check boat over and launch.  The aim will be for our Green Fleet participants to complete one full lap of the Saturday morning Junior Racing course. This will include following a start sequence and managing a course with multiple other boats on it all while under guidance of qualified instructors. \n\n\n\nOur Green Fleet program runs on Saturdays during Term1 & Term 4. The entry fee for this racing program is $140.  \n\n\n\nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN!\n\n\n\nWhen I’m on the water I can . . . \n\n\n\n\nRace using all of the ‘Green Fleet’ rules.\n\n\n\nRaise my centreboard downwind.\n\n\n\nStart a race with flag and sound signals.\n\n\n\nStay close to the start line.\n\n\n\nFinish most races that I start.\n\n\n\nComplete a race course\, rounding marks in right direction and in correct order. \n\n\n\n\nAnd when I’m on shore I can . . . \n\n\n\n\nIdentify basic start sequence flags and their meanings.\n\n\n\nBecome familiar with common race courses.\n\n\n\nAdjust sail settings to suit conditions and increase speed and performance.\n\n\n\nRig and derig my boat from scratch.\n\n\n\nLaunch own boat and sail out to race course.\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-green-fleet-spring/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
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SUMMARY:The Years - Free live music in the Star Lounge
DESCRIPTION:The Years – Free live music in the Star Lounge\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee popular group The Years live in the Star Lounge from 8pm! \n\n\n\nThe Years are a six-piece rock band that have become one of Newcastle’s most popular cover bands to watch and dance to on the pub and club circuit\, around Newcastle\, Hunter Valley and Central Coast. \n\n\n\nWith the band members’ musical origins mostly stemming from the ‘70s and ‘80s\, The Years have successfully brought to the present all the elements crowds loved from the Newcastle rock scene of the ‘70s and ‘80s – that quality PA sound and light show\, included! – and combined them with their professionalism and an unrivalled repertoire of the most popular hits from the ‘60s\, ‘70s\, ‘80s\, ‘90s and ‘00s\, this is a rock through-the-decades extravaganza! \n\n\n\nThe band are a sought-after draw card for local venues\, with more and more new venues asking for The Years. Because of their popularity they have also landed support gigs for many national acts who visit the Hunter Region and can masterfully adapt their show for Weddings\, Corporate Shows\, Parties and the like. \n\n\n\nThe band has an extensive repertoire that crosses multiple genres of music\, and they’re constantly adding new material to keep the crowds dancing and entertained. If you enjoy the music of Pink Floyd\, Fleetwood Mac\, Divinyls\, Dragon\, INXS\, Queen\, Australian Crawl\, Paul Kelly\, JPY\, Cold Chisel\, The Angels\, The Church\, Icehouse and AC/DC\, and you also like Shania Twain\, Pretenders\, ABBA\, Eurythmics\, Crowded House\, Elton John and Tina Turner\, you’ll love The Years. \n\n\n\nIn the words of the great Molly Meldrum \, “Do yourself a favour and catch this band live”\, they never disappoint.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/the-years-free-live-music-in-the-star-lounge/
LOCATION:The Star Lounge
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Shim - Free live music in the Boat Shed Bar
DESCRIPTION:Shim – Free live music in the Boat Shed Bar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCatch Shim live in The Boat Shed Bar from 9pm! \n\n\n\nShimon “Shim” Moore is a world-renowned singer\, songwriter\, and performer best known as the original front man of the platinum-selling rock band Sick Puppies. With multiple chart-topping singles\, international tours across more than 13 countries\, and recognition as one of the most dynamic front men in rock\, Shim has built a career on unforgettable live performances and authentic connection with audiences. \n\n\n\nNow also performing as a solo acoustic artist\, Shim brings the same level of passion and professionalism to weddings\, private celebrations\, and corporate events. His versatile set lists pans timeless classics\, modern hits\, and soulful ballads\, creating the perfect atmosphere for any occasion. Whether it’s a moving first dance\, elegant background ambience\, or a high-energy sing-along to close out the night\, Shim tailors every performance to the unique spirit of the event. \n\n\n\nShim is also available as a DJ & MC to make your event seamless\, transitioning from acoustic vibes to dance floor fillers. \n\n\n\nWith his world-class voice\, seasoned stagecraft\, and dedication to making each moment memorable\, Shim is the ideal choice for clients who want a truly one-of-a-kind musical experience at their special event.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/shim-free-live-music-in-the-boat-shed-bar/
LOCATION:The Boat Shed Bar
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Sunday Variety Raffle $1500 in Prizes weekly!
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Variety Raffle\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Lake Macquarie for one of the best raffles with a view. Our Sunday Variety Raffle offers $1\,500 in prizes\, with tickets on sale from 12pm and draws kicking off at 1.30pm. \n\n\n\nEnjoy lunch by the water while you’re in the running to win a great mix of prizes — from lifestyle goods and homewares to gift cards\, meat trays\, and more. \n\n\n\nWith fresh prizes every week and the best outlook on the lake\, it’s the perfect Sunday out.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/sunday-variety-raffle-2/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:The Star Lounge
CATEGORIES:Promotions & Raffles
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261028T160000
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SUMMARY:Tackers 1 - Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 1 – Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 1 – “Having Fun” \n\n\n\nThis program is designed to provide a safe and enjoyable introduction to dinghy sailing for primary school aged kids (7-12 years).  Suitable to complete beginners. \n\n\n\nKids sail in pairs in small boats called OziOpti’s.  They learn the basics of boat handling\, and manoeuvring\, practice safety drills and how to recover from a capsize.  All exercises are incorporated into games so the kids are unaware they are in a lesson\, they are just having fun.  It’s a great way to meet new friends while having fun on the water. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-1-term-4-wednesday-afternoons/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261028T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261028T183000
DTSTAMP:20260904T033224Z
CREATED:20260904T033220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T033224Z
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SUMMARY:Tackers 2 - Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 2 – Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 2 – Tricks & Techniques\n\n\n\nHave you completed Tackers 1? \n\n\n\nEnrolment into Tackers 2 requires the completion of Tackers 1. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed to consolidate the experience and knowledge gained in ‘Tackers 1’.   New skills and knowledge are introduced that will enable the successful participant to safely and competently sail a dinghy in controlled conditions independently (One child per boat)\, with lots of support\, supervision and encouragement from the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-2-term-4-wednesday-afternoons/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261028T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261028T183000
DTSTAMP:20260904T033948Z
CREATED:20260904T033946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T033948Z
UID:10020959-1793203200-1793212200@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Tackers 3 - Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 3 – Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 3 – Sailing Fast!\n\n\n\nHave you completed Tackers 2? \n\n\n\nEnrolment into Tackers 3 requires the completion of Tackers 2. \n\n\n\nUpon completion of Tackers 3\, sailors will be able to apply knowledge of fundamental boat handling to independently manoeuvre their boat in moderate conditions on all points of sailing. This is a chance for the kids to sail boats on their own\, learning how to make the boat go faster and playing more games\, all whilst still under the guidance and supervision of the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-3-term-4-wednesday-afternoons/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261028T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261028T203000
DTSTAMP:20260706T011033Z
CREATED:20251201T225552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T011033Z
UID:10020634-1793206800-1793219400@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:$12.90 Burger Bros
DESCRIPTION:$12.90 Burger Bros\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBe here in the Boat Shed Bar for $12.90 selected Burger Bros every Wednesday night. \n\n\n\nNOTE: $12.90 burgers are not available on State of Origin nights or Public Holidays.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/12-90-burger-bros/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:Burger Bros
CATEGORIES:Meal Deals
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261028T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260827T015539Z
CREATED:20251201T214544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T015539Z
UID:10020682-1793215800-1793221200@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:FREE Trivia @ The Boat Shed Bar
DESCRIPTION:FREE Trivia @ The Boat Shed Bar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFree Trivia in the Boat Shed Bar kicks off 7:30pm sharp every Wednesday night\, and members can snag $12.90 selected Bro burgers! \n\n\n\n 1st Prize – $50 Club Card \n\n\n\n 2nd Prize – $20 Club Card \n\n\n\n 3rd Prize – $10 Club Card \n\n\n\nPlus\, stick around for our bonus Heads or Tails round – winner takes home a $20 Club Card! \n\n\n\nGood food\, cold drinks\, and a few questionable answers. See you there!
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/free-trivia-the-boat-shed-bar/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:The Boat Shed Bar
CATEGORIES:Meal Deals,Promotions & Raffles,Special Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261029T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261029T140000
DTSTAMP:20260220T024346Z
CREATED:20260220T024344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T024346Z
UID:10020409-1793271600-1793282400@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Big Bucks Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Big Bucks Bingo\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBig Bucks Bingo is back!\n\n\n\nCome in for Bingo with a view for a chance to win 1 of 4 $500 jackpots! You won’t want to miss your chance to win big\, Big Bucks Bingo big!
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/big-bucks-bingo-4/
LOCATION:The Star Lounge
CATEGORIES:Bingo & Housie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261029T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261029T203000
DTSTAMP:20260803T043809Z
CREATED:20251201T230653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T043809Z
UID:10020660-1793293200-1793305800@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:$12 Loaded Fries @ Burger Bros
DESCRIPTION:$12 Loaded Fries @ Burger Bros\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCatch $12 Loaded Fries right here in the Boat Shed Bar every Thursday night!
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/10-loaded-fries-burger-bros/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:Burger Bros
CATEGORIES:Meal Deals
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261029T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261029T183000
DTSTAMP:20251124T155249Z
CREATED:20251117T044620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T155249Z
UID:10019778-1793296800-1793298600@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:THURSDAY MEAT RAFFLE
DESCRIPTION:60 MEAT PRIZES WEEKLY!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet set for the best meat raffle in Lake Macquarie! Every Thursday\, we’re giving away 60 prizes\, all sourced from our trusted local butchers — this is one meat raffle that won’t disappoint. \n\n\n\nTickets go on sale from 4.30pm\, with the draw starting at 6pm\, and it all happens on the same night as our Member Draw\, making Thursdays even bigger. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a great night out\, support local\, and take home some of the freshest cuts in town.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/thursday-night-meat-raffle/2026-10-29/
LOCATION:The Star Lounge
CATEGORIES:Promotions & Raffles
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261030T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261030T223000
DTSTAMP:20260618T004753Z
CREATED:20260618T004118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T004753Z
UID:10020785-1793388600-1793399400@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Ross Wilson - 50 Years of Hits Tour
DESCRIPTION:Ross Wilson – 50 Years of Hits Tour\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFrom Daddy Cool to Mondo Rock and as a solo artist with no less than 26 ARIA Top 40 hits to his credit as a singer\, songwriter and producer\, Ross Wilson is one of Australia’s most awarded\, respected and well-known artists! From the legendary band Daddy Cool whose number one anthem Eagle Rock and debut album “Daddy Who?” smashed all previous sales records in Australia in 1971\, to the 1977 formation of Mondo Rock\, delivering 80’s hits ‘Cool World’\, ‘State of The Heart’\, ‘Chemistry’\, ‘No Time’\, and ‘Come Said The Boy’ and into the 21st century as a solo performer\, Wilson has never been out of the limelight.Twice inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame and 2025 ACE Awards “Original Music Performer of the Year” Winner\, Wilson’s live performances are legendary.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/ross-wilson-50-years-of-hits-tour/
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261030T210000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261030T235900
DTSTAMP:20260902T043912Z
CREATED:20260902T043910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T043912Z
UID:10020864-1793394000-1793404740@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Oran Vir - Free live music in the Boat Shed Bar
DESCRIPTION:Oran Vir – Free live music in the Boat Shed Bar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCatch Oran Vir live in The Boat Shed Bar from 9pm! \n\n\n\nInspired by the likes of Nick Murphy\, Ziggy Alberts and Vance Joy\, Newcastle local Oran Vir specialises in creating uplifting\, fun and relaxed atmospheres. \n\n\n\nOran is a dynamic artist\, skilled in adapting his playing style to suit any occasion. With acoustic guitar in hand\, percussion and a loop pedal under foot\, Oran proves that a soloist doesn’t have to be a minimalist.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/oran-vir-free-live-music-in-the-boat-shed-bar/
LOCATION:The Boat Shed Bar
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260904T031316Z
CREATED:20260904T030147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T031316Z
UID:10020884-1793435400-1793444400@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Tackers 1 - Term 4 Saturday Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 1 – Term 4 Saturday Mornings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 1 – “Having Fun” \n\n\n\nThis program is designed to provide a safe and enjoyable introduction to dinghy sailing for primary school aged kids (7-12 years).  Suitable to complete beginners. \n\n\n\nKids sail in pairs in small boats called OziOpti’s.  They learn the basics of boat handling\, and manoeuvring\, practice safety drills and how to recover from a capsize.  All exercises are incorporated into games so the kids are unaware they are in a lesson\, they are just having fun.  It’s a great way to meet new friends while having fun on the water. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-1-term-4-saturday-mornings/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260904T031411Z
CREATED:20260904T030441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T031411Z
UID:10020893-1793435400-1793444400@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Tackers 2 - Term 4 Saturday Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 2 – Term 4 Saturday Mornings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 2 – Tricks & Techniques\n\n\n\nHave you completed Tackers 1? \n\n\n\nEnrolment into Tackers 2 requires the completion of Tackers 1. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed to consolidate the experience and knowledge gained in ‘Tackers 1’.   New skills and knowledge are introduced that will enable the successful participant to safely and competently sail a dinghy in controlled conditions independently (One child per boat)\, with lots of support\, supervision and encouragement from the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-2-term-4-saturday-mornings/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T110000
DTSTAMP:20260904T031502Z
CREATED:20260904T030643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T031502Z
UID:10020902-1793435400-1793444400@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Tackers 3 - Term 4 Saturday Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 3 – Term 4 Saturday Mornings\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 3 – Sailing Fast!\n\n\n\nHave you completed Tackers 2? \n\n\n\nEnrolment into Tackers 3 requires the completion of Tackers 2. \n\n\n\nUpon completion of Tackers 3\, sailors will be able to apply knowledge of fundamental boat handling to independently manoeuvre their boat in moderate conditions on all points of sailing. This is a chance for the kids to sail boats on their own\, learning how to make the boat go faster and playing more games\, all whilst still under the guidance and supervision of the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-3-term-4-saturday-mornings/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T123000
DTSTAMP:20260907T042030Z
CREATED:20260904T030956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T042030Z
UID:10020911-1793442600-1793449800@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Tackers Green Fleet - Spring
DESCRIPTION:Tackers Green Fleet – Spring\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nHave you completed Tackers 3?\n\n\n\nHere is the next exciting step in your sailing pathway! \n\n\n\nEnrolment into Green Fleet will require the skills & knowledge developed in Tackers 3 \n\n\n\nOur Green Fleet is open to young sailors who have completed Tackers 3 and are keen to try their hand at sailing around a course and learning more about racing.  You’ll have a coach on water with you for assistance & guidance\, but you’re now becoming a more proficient sailor & making decisions yourself! \n\n\n\nOur Green Fleet sail on Saturday mornings\, alongside our Pelican and O’pen Skiff Classes.  They will complete one race each week\, with the race starting around 11:15am so\, arrive around 10.30\, to allow time to get dressed\, check boat over and launch.  The aim will be for our Green Fleet participants to complete one full lap of the Saturday morning Junior Racing course. This will include following a start sequence and managing a course with multiple other boats on it all while under guidance of qualified instructors. \n\n\n\nOur Green Fleet program runs on Saturdays during Term1 & Term 4. The entry fee for this racing program is $140.  \n\n\n\nWHAT YOU WILL LEARN!\n\n\n\nWhen I’m on the water I can . . . \n\n\n\n\nRace using all of the ‘Green Fleet’ rules.\n\n\n\nRaise my centreboard downwind.\n\n\n\nStart a race with flag and sound signals.\n\n\n\nStay close to the start line.\n\n\n\nFinish most races that I start.\n\n\n\nComplete a race course\, rounding marks in right direction and in correct order. \n\n\n\n\nAnd when I’m on shore I can . . . \n\n\n\n\nIdentify basic start sequence flags and their meanings.\n\n\n\nBecome familiar with common race courses.\n\n\n\nAdjust sail settings to suit conditions and increase speed and performance.\n\n\n\nRig and derig my boat from scratch.\n\n\n\nLaunch own boat and sail out to race course.\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-green-fleet-spring/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T200000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T230000
DTSTAMP:20260902T044110Z
CREATED:20260902T044107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T044110Z
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SUMMARY:Loko - Free live music in the Star Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Loko – Free live music in the Star Lounge\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSee popular group Loko live in the Star Lounge from 8pm! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWith a generation of musical experience between them\, this is an act to please all ages and musical tastes. \n\n\n\nThese musicians have played in respected local bands such as Night Shift\, Radio GaGa\, Street Legal\, Chosen Few\, First Degree\, Idol Motion\, Your Move\, Incognito\, Alias\, Roadhouse & Alcatraz\, to name just a few\, and all are well known members of the music scene in Newcastle. \n\n\n\nFrom 80’s pop rock\, to current hits\, these guys have all the music to get the crowd up on the dance floor. This is a group that has the ability to satisfy any crowd and guarantees a good time.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/loko-free-live-music-in-the-star-lounge-2/
LOCATION:The Star Lounge
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T210000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261031T235900
DTSTAMP:20260902T044748Z
CREATED:20260902T044746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T044748Z
UID:10020866-1793480400-1793491140@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Dan Mani - Free live music in the Boat Shed Bar
DESCRIPTION:Dan Mani – Free live music in the Boat Shed Bar\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCatch Dan Mani live in The Boat Shed Bar from 9pm! \n\n\n\nDan Mani is a versatile musician with over a decade of performing experience\, bringing an infectious energy and passion to every stage. Specializing in covers from the 90s and 00s\, Dan has a unique ability to tailor his performances to any occassion or venue\, whether it’s chilled afternoon listening or high-energy party anthems. \n\n\n\nWith a rich repertoire spanning multiple genres\, Dan’s music resonates with audiences of all ages\, creating memorable moments and keeping the good times rolling.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/dan-mani-free-live-music-in-the-boat-shed-bar/
LOCATION:The Boat Shed Bar
CATEGORIES:Live Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261101T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261101T143000
DTSTAMP:20251117T034332Z
CREATED:20251020T174751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T034332Z
UID:10018995-1793534400-1793543400@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Sunday Variety Raffle $1500 in Prizes weekly!
DESCRIPTION:Sunday Variety Raffle\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us on Lake Macquarie for one of the best raffles with a view. Our Sunday Variety Raffle offers $1\,500 in prizes\, with tickets on sale from 12pm and draws kicking off at 1.30pm. \n\n\n\nEnjoy lunch by the water while you’re in the running to win a great mix of prizes — from lifestyle goods and homewares to gift cards\, meat trays\, and more. \n\n\n\nWith fresh prizes every week and the best outlook on the lake\, it’s the perfect Sunday out.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/sunday-variety-raffle-2/2026-11-01/
LOCATION:The Star Lounge
CATEGORIES:Promotions & Raffles
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261103T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260813T012159Z
CREATED:20260813T012157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T012159Z
UID:10020823-1793707200-1793719800@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Classic Melbourne Cup Lunch - Star Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Classic Melbourne Cup Lunch – Star Lounge\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMelbourne Cup Lunch by the Water in the Star Lounge\n\n\n\nCelebrate the race that stops the nation with a relaxed Melbourne Cup lunch overlooking beautiful Lake Macquarie. \n\n\n\nJoin us in the Star Lounge on the ground floor and enjoy a delicious lunch package while soaking up all the excitement of Melbourne Cup Day. For just $40 per person for members\, you’ll receive a one-course meal featuring your choice of one of our Sails Eatery favourites: \n\n\n\n\nRegular Roast of the Day\n\n\n\nFish and Chips\n\n\n\nChicken Schnitzel\n\n\n\n\nYour ticket also includes: \n\n\n\n\nA glass of house wine\, selected schooner of beer\, or soft drink\n\n\n\n$5 worth of Melbourne Cup sweep tickets ($1 and $2 denomination sweeps)\n\n\n\nEntry into Lucky Door Prize draws\n\n\n\nGentleman and Lady Fashion on the Fields competitions\, with great prizes up for grabs\n\n\n\n\nWith all available screens throughout the ground floor showing the race action\, you’ll have the perfect spot to enjoy the atmosphere while dining by the water. \n\n\n\nImportant Information \n\n\n\n\nMeals must be collected from Sails Eatery.\n\n\n\nIncluded beverages must be collected from either the Sails Bar or Main Bar.\n\n\n\nTo be seated together\, guests must book as a group. Unfortunately\, we are unable to combine separate bookings after they have been made.\n\n\n\nAll bookings are non-refundable.\n\n\n\n\nGather your friends\, dress to impress\, and enjoy a fun-filled Melbourne Cup celebration with great food\, great company\, and all the race day excitement. Seats are limited\, so book early to avoid missing out.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/classic-melbourne-cup-lunch-star-lounge/
LOCATION:Star Lounge
CATEGORIES:Meal Deals,Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261103T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261103T170000
DTSTAMP:20260909T234308Z
CREATED:20260710T013637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T234308Z
UID:10020815-1793709000-1793725200@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT! Melbourne Cup Charity Lunch
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT! Melbourne Cup Charity Lunch\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMissed out on a ticket to this sought after Melbourne Cup event? Don’t stress\, we still have tickets to our ground floor offering in The Star Lounge!  \n\n\n\ncASUAL MELBOURNE CUP TICKETS HERE\n\n\n\nThe highly anticipated Melbourne Cup Charity Event for Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation is now live and bookable. This event is always a sell out\, so get your tickets now and don’t miss out on experiencing Melbourne Cup on the water for a cause! \n\n\n\nTickets are $149 per person this year\, each ticket includes a built-in donation to our chosen charity: The Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation\, supporting women at a grassroots level through transport and home care during treatment. To maximise our impact\, we’ve chosen not to offer large table discounts\, ensuring every seat we can sell contributes to this important cause. This year we are aiming to raise over the $15\,000.00 + we raised last year for this incredible cause.  \n\n\n\nHere’s what’s included in your Melbourne Cup Level One lunch ticket: \n\n\n\n\n$25 Donation to Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation\n\n\n\n3 course meal of alternate served entree + main and shared dessert platter\n\n\n\n2.5 hours of Oatley Wines\, Stone & Wood on tap\, and soft drinks \n\n\n\nLong table experience\n\n\n\nLarge Screens for the Race without leaving your seat\n\n\n\n\nFashions on the Field returns so make sure you dress up \, more Raffles\, and giveaways than ever before! And yes you asked for it: this year\, there’ll be more dancing! Plus\, of course\, the race that stops the nation\, live on the big screens. \n\n\n\nWe’re already working on exciting additions to make the day even more memorable and will be sharing updates soon! \n\n\n\nThis event is brought to you with the partnership and generosity of Oatley Wines\, Lion Beer\, EAO Entertainment\, Love Glows Event StylingThis event sold quicky last year and with numbers at almost capacity in the pre sale wait list\, we strongly recommend booking early.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/melbourne-cup-charity-lunch/
LOCATION:The South East View
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261104T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261104T183000
DTSTAMP:20260904T031213Z
CREATED:20260904T031211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T031213Z
UID:10020876-1793808000-1793817000@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Tackers 1 - Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 1 – Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 1 – “Having Fun” \n\n\n\nThis program is designed to provide a safe and enjoyable introduction to dinghy sailing for primary school aged kids (7-12 years).  Suitable to complete beginners. \n\n\n\nKids sail in pairs in small boats called OziOpti’s.  They learn the basics of boat handling\, and manoeuvring\, practice safety drills and how to recover from a capsize.  All exercises are incorporated into games so the kids are unaware they are in a lesson\, they are just having fun.  It’s a great way to meet new friends while having fun on the water. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-1-term-4-wednesday-afternoons/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261104T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261104T183000
DTSTAMP:20260904T033224Z
CREATED:20260904T033220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T033224Z
UID:10020951-1793808000-1793817000@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Tackers 2 - Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 2 – Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 2 – Tricks & Techniques\n\n\n\nHave you completed Tackers 1? \n\n\n\nEnrolment into Tackers 2 requires the completion of Tackers 1. \n\n\n\nThis course is designed to consolidate the experience and knowledge gained in ‘Tackers 1’.   New skills and knowledge are introduced that will enable the successful participant to safely and competently sail a dinghy in controlled conditions independently (One child per boat)\, with lots of support\, supervision and encouragement from the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-2-term-4-wednesday-afternoons/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261104T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261104T183000
DTSTAMP:20260904T033948Z
CREATED:20260904T033946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T033948Z
UID:10020960-1793808000-1793817000@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:Tackers 3 - Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons
DESCRIPTION:Tackers 3 – Term 4 Wednesday Afternoons\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWelcome to the Tackers Learn to Sail Program    \n\n\n\nTackers is a fun introductory\, games-based kids learn to sail program designed for ages 7 to 12 years.  Kids don’t need to have any sailing experience or club membership to participate.  All the equipment\, including the boats and lifejackets\, is provided. \n\n\n\nTackers is delivered in small dinghies specifically designed for the program and supervised by Australian Sailing qualified Instructors and Assistant Instructors who are on the water all the time the kids are sailing. \n\n\n\nPrograms are either 4 or 5 days during the school holidays or over 8 – 10 weeks during term time. Each course is focused on having fun and playing games while learning the basics of sailing. \n\n\n\nTackers 3 – Sailing Fast!\n\n\n\nHave you completed Tackers 2? \n\n\n\nEnrolment into Tackers 3 requires the completion of Tackers 2. \n\n\n\nUpon completion of Tackers 3\, sailors will be able to apply knowledge of fundamental boat handling to independently manoeuvre their boat in moderate conditions on all points of sailing. This is a chance for the kids to sail boats on their own\, learning how to make the boat go faster and playing more games\, all whilst still under the guidance and supervision of the Instructor and Assistant Instructors. \n\n\n\nCourse Fees \n\n\n\nOur Tackers 1 courses are $300 per student and our Tackers 2 & 3 courses are $320 per student (as the kids move on to sailing a boat by themselves). \n\n\n\nCourse Fee includes: \n\n\n\n\nUp to 25 hours of tuition by Australian Sailing qualified instructors\n\n\n\nSmall Instructor to Student ratio of only 1:6\n\n\n\nUse of Tackers dinghies\, including sails & all equipment\n\n\n\nUse of a lifejacket\n\n\n\nProvision of on-water safety/coach boats\n\n\n\nActivity Sheets\n\n\n\nCertificate on attainment of all competencies\n\n\n\n\n Active Kids Vouchers are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you wish to use your voucher as part payment for your course please enter the discount code ‘ACTIVEKIDS’ on registration\, and email your voucher code to the Sailing Office at  sailing@16s.com.au.     \n\n\n\nIf you would like any further information regarding our Tackers Program please contact the Sailing Office via sailing@16s.com.au or 4945 7736. 
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/tackers-3-term-4-wednesday-afternoons/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Belmont 16ft Sailing Club
CATEGORIES:Special Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261105T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20261105T183000
DTSTAMP:20251124T155249Z
CREATED:20251117T044620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T155249Z
UID:10019779-1793901600-1793903400@16s.com.au
SUMMARY:THURSDAY MEAT RAFFLE
DESCRIPTION:60 MEAT PRIZES WEEKLY!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet set for the best meat raffle in Lake Macquarie! Every Thursday\, we’re giving away 60 prizes\, all sourced from our trusted local butchers — this is one meat raffle that won’t disappoint. \n\n\n\nTickets go on sale from 4.30pm\, with the draw starting at 6pm\, and it all happens on the same night as our Member Draw\, making Thursdays even bigger. \n\n\n\nJoin us for a great night out\, support local\, and take home some of the freshest cuts in town.
URL:https://16s.com.au/event/thursday-night-meat-raffle/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:The Star Lounge
CATEGORIES:Promotions & Raffles
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