Semi-Restricted Field Access

Link to restricted activity directions from Victorian State Chief Health Officer document from which our field access arrangements have been determined.

Link to stay safe directions from Victorian State Chief Health Officer document from which our field access arrangements have been determined.

Link to information about wearing a face mask in Victoria.

• No restrictions on travel.
• Group size allowed at the field is now 50 maximum (in one group).
• Face masks are required to be carried but are not required to be worn whilst outside unless social distancing can’t be maintained. They are required to be worn inside a building.
• Must still retain social distancing.
• Must still regularly wash / sanitise.
• Cannot use communal equipment.
• Can open indoor facilities subject to regular and thorough cleaning.
• Indoor areas are subject to density limits for the number of people at a time. (please be mindful of the area available at our club).
• Still seems some doubt about club canteen and kitchen - restaurants can open but indoor sports can only have showers / change rooms / toilets.
• Must maintain a register of who is at the field for contact tracing.

Semi-Restricted Field Access

• No restrictions on travel.
• Must still wear facemasks.
• Must still retain social distancing.
• Must still regularly wash / sanitise.
• Cannot use communal equipment.
• Can open indoor facilities subject to regular and thorough cleaning.
• Indoor areas are subject to density limits for the number of people at a time. (please be mindful of the area available at our club).
• Still seems some doubt about club canteen and kitchen - restaurants can open but indoor sports can only have showers / change rooms / toilets.
• If operating in groups, no more than 10, but another group of 10 can be at the field as long as reasonable distance is kept.
• Must maintain a register of who is at the field for contact tracing.

Semi-Restricted Field Access

Your Committee has looked at the new Victorian rules around Covid19 and agreed the new rules under version 11 allow for multiple groups of 10 at an outdoor recreational facility as long as a “reasonable distance” is maintained between the groups. In order to meet this requirement we shall have two distinct areas at the Trawalla field. The first is the area enclosed by the fence in front of the kitchen/alfresco (the compound) and the second will be the pits and flight line (the pits).

To comply with the rules it is most important you are aware of the number of persons in the area in to which you want to move. So for instance if you need to go into the “compound” then you need to ensure there aren’t already ten in there. Concurrently if you want to prepare your aircraft or go and fly then you will need to do a count of "the pits" to ensure there is room for you to do so. In the unlikely occurrence of more than 20 being at the field the number of areas will be increased to 3, the compound, pits and flight line.

Sure, you may think this is a chore but the alternative is don’t come to the field if it will be too much for you. We need to ensure we comply with the rules, failure of one member to do so will result in all in attendance being fined if the constabulary should do a check.

So to recap, as of today there is no longer any need to contact the Secretary and be put on a list to attend the field. When in attendance at the field the maximum number of persons within each area is adhered to, social distancing rules must be observed, masks to be worn unless eating or drinking, please use the supplied hand sanitiser when appropriate and above all have fun!

Restricted Field Access

• There is a maximum number of persons at the field of 10. The secretary is maintaining and publishing by email a booking system.
• A maximum of 4 people in the alfresco area at any one time, please be sure to carefully monitor this.
• A book will be placed on the charging station shelves in which you are to record your first name, contact number, date and time of attendance.
• Mask to be worn at all times except when eating or drinking. Masks are available at the field with a cost of $1.
• Social distancing to be observed, maintaining a 1.5 metre gap.
• Please use hand sanitiser solution when necessary. If you haven’t got your own supply there are dispensers next to the kitchen door and at the foot of the stairs to the toilet.
• The kitchen is to be kept locked with access only approved in an emergency, for example to access the defibrillator, first aid kit or a fire extinguisher.
• Be sure to enjoy yourself!

Field closed

Field closed until lifting of stage 3 restrictions.

Semi-Restricted Field Access

As of this coming Monday, 3^rd August 2020, the rule around mask wearing will change in Victoria. It will be mandatory that "everyone in Victoria aged 12 years and over will need to wear a face covering when they leave home” (DHHS website https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/updated-restrictions-announced-30-july-covid-19). The exceptions are also listed on the web-page.

Note this states "when they leave home", which is vague in that a definition of home is not given. One assumes it means your property boundary and not the building’s threshold so presumably it must also be worn when in your private vehicle. Regardless, when entering the BRMFC field it is mandatory a mask is worn which effectively covers your nose and mouth at all times. Failure to do so puts not only yourself but your fellow member in jeopardy and it may result in disciplinary action being taken.

Now we are all prone to forgetfulness at times (hands up who has never left their transmitter at home). In appreciation of this, and to not ruin a much anticipated days flying, the club will have available at the field some masks. A small charge of $1 will be made to cover the costs.

The Committee asks for your assistance in starting the wearing of masks early, if you attend the field this Saturday or Sunday please wear a mask. Use of the alfresco area is probably best kept to a minimum as it can get a little crowded in there.

Semi-Restricted Field Access

From Monday 1^st June the Government has changed the rules regarding the number of persons which can be in attendance at certain gatherings. It has been increased to a total of 20 (twenty) which means we can cease the need to keep a list of members wishing to be at Trawalla. The reason being we very rarely get 20 members/guests at any one time therefore in that regard we shall be returning to normal and members may just turn up and fly. However those in attendance must keep an eye on the total and the expectation is self-regulation will be practised to ensure we meet the rules and no more than 20 persons are at the field at any one time.

All other rules and recommendations previously put in place will continue to be in effect. They have been reprinted below and will be reviewed by the Committee when necessary.

• The use of hand-sanitiser is encouraged and members are advised to bring their own supply. However sanitiser dispensers have been placed at the base of the stairs to the toilet block which is to be used before entering the toilet block. One has also been placed to the right of the entry to the kitchen on the outside wall.
• Personal distancing of at least 1.5m to be observed at all times.
• No touching another pilot’s aircraft or property. The exception may be in assisting a start for safety reasons. In this case common sense plus the use of hand sanitiser before and after handling the aircraft is recommended.
• There will be no Kitchen access at any time. The door is to remain locked and is only to be opened in an emergency to access the fire extinguisher, defibrillator or first aid kit. Absolutely no access to the kitchen area in the hut at any time. Bring your own hot water, tea/coffee/milk/soup, food, utensils, cups, plates, etc.
• Members are advised to bring their own toilet roll.
• As a final note, if you feel at all unwell please do not attend the field. This is to protect your fellow members and in order to remain in line with the Government’s recommendations.

Restricted Field Access

• It was decided to adopt a telephone booking method which is to be made with the Secretary to register a member’s request to attend the field and will include any guests or family members.

• This will be entered on to the attendance spreadsheet and immediately emailed to all members. This is required for any day of the week. It is recognised the numbers during weekdays will most likely not exceed 10, however to avoid any issues all attendances must be registered with the Secretary. The list will be for the upcoming 7 days.

• Requests must be made by telephone only and can be made any time, with a preference of between the hours of 8.00am and 10.00pm on the Secretary’s mobile number 0408 420 794.

• Time limited attendance - Time slots available will be from the start times as in the Safety Rules v1.1 to 12.30pm and 12.30pm to end of flying times (as listed in the Safety Rules v1.1). A person can remain at the field beyond this time as long as the total number in attendance will not exceed 10. If or when another pre-booked member arrives then they are to leave.

• Eligible persons - all financial members are eligible to attend during the restriction period. Friends and relatives are also able to attend but some thought to fairness to members should be made especially in busy periods.

• Burrumbeet - will be open to all members, however the limit of 10 with social distancing and other safety rules will apply. Due to the historically low numbers using Burrumbeet the number of members attending will be by self-regulation and will be a first-come-first-served basis.

Temporary Field Closure

1. Attached A3 laminated sign to the entrance gate with cable ties (used paper hole punch) – see pics. There’s one on either side of the gate wire to give support against wind from the north or south.
2. Turned off the two water tank taps including the toilet.
3. Turned off the gas bottle supplying the kitchen.
4. Put all loose items under veranda in the kitchen.

Annual Flying display on Sunday 25^th February from 10AM to 3PM.

Sausage Sizzle at Bunnings Ballarat on Friday 16^th February from 9AM to 5PM.

Club promo day at Bunnings Ballarat on Saturday 10^th February from 10AM to 2PM.

Check out this great event planned for Melbourne at Sandown racecourse to be held on Sunday 31st January 2016.

After negotiating an agreement with Dynamic Flight at Trawalla the club has moved its flying field to Dynamic Flight Park.

We began the field setup at Trawalla on Saturday 4th October 2014 and have made steady progress restoring our facilities.

Operations at Yendon ceased on Saturday 25th October 2014 after the site was cleared of all our assets and the land restored to its original state.

The club is in a predicament at the moment!!!
Our flying field that we have leased since 2000 is part of the Lal Lal Estate which has recently been sold to overseas interests. Unfortunately the new owner has ordered us to vacate the site by November 30^th 2014.

We are actively searching for a new field in the Ballarat district to enable the club's flying activities to continue. If anyone knows of any available land that might be suitable please contact the club.

The VFSAA Scale competition scheduled for Sunday 6^th February at our field is still ON in spite of the recent heavy rain. The entry track is again covered by a few inches of water which has been the case several times this season.

Our next public flying display will be held on Sunday April 3^rd 2011. See Annual Flying Display for more information.

Our web site is now hosted by aspwebhosting.com.au and our new domain name www.brmfc.org.au (www is not necessary) has been delegated. The former site was www.startek.com.au/brmfc.

The new host will provide a more reliable service and better performance.

The Ballarat Radio Model Flying Club's Annual Model Flying Display Raffle - 2010 was drawn at 3:00PM on Sunday 28^th March 2010 towards the end of our flying display in front of the spectators.

First prize (a Radio Control Trainer Aircraft with OS46AX engine) was won by Brad Everett of Delacombe Victoria with ticket No. 0410. Second prize (a $150 gift voucher from Goldfields Model Supplies Ballarat) was won by the 'Bourquin Kids' with ticket No. 0263. Both prizes have been passed on to the winners. The winning tickets were sold at Stockland Wendouree on Saturday 27^th March.

The club would like to thank all who supported the raffle.