The Count farewells 2011 on Sydney Harbour

The Count and guests enjoyed what could only be described as THE most spectacular New Years Eve EVER!
Our guests decided to get a jump on 2012 and celebrate a full day earlier than their friends and neighbours back home in Anchorage, Alaska.

The Count cruised down the Harbour past Blues Point and McMahon's Point where it was standing room only.


From there we continued our way east under the Bridge and past the Opera House and Farm Cove where you could have effectively "walked on water" by jumping from boat to boat.




We made our way to the commercial boat anchorage just off Bradley's Head where, as the photos show, we had the perfect view to the city.... WOW!


We watched the light of 2011 diminish over the city with last sunset of the year and readied ourselves for the "appetiser" fireworks at 9pm. Our guests were suitably impressed when we explained that "you ain't seen nothin' yet!"

Guests then settled into Wagyu Beef, Ocean Trout and an assortment of salads......what else would you expect aboard The Count? Sydney's pocket super yacht!

Anthony Bell congratulates Anthony Bell of Investec Loyal

WHAT A RACE!
I'd like to take this opportunity as Anthony Bell aboard The Count to congratulate Anthony Bell aboard Investec Loyal and his crew for their outstanding efforts in taking line honours in this year's Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race.
I had the pleasure of meeting Anthony at this year's Hamilton Island Race Week as The Count was berthed near Investec Loyal and her tender Ghost.

The Count was in position at the South Head turning bouy to wish Anthony and his crew good luck as they began their chase down of Wild Oats XI.

3 minutes separated them after a bit over 2 days of racing. Great stuff!
After a tense night whilst awaiting an International Jury's decision on a possible rule breach the crew of Loyal were able to bask in the glory of winning one of the world's great ocean races.

Well done Anthony Bell

2011 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Start - Offshore

As Investec Loyal races by The Count at the South Head turning bouy the remainder of the fleet follows.







Guest of The Count, Abby Gazzard (of Boatique marine apholstery) was cheering her partner Billy Sykes aboard Loki as they sailed within a boat length from our bow.








The remainder of the fleet will be spending a few more days than these speedsters.


The Count bids good luck and farewell to the fleet for another year.

2011 Rolex Sydney to Hobart Start

The 2011 Rolex Sydney to Hobart was met with stiff northerly winds, overcast skies and a 3 metre swell offshore.
The Count ventured out to see the fleet out of the Harbour taking up our vantage point on the South Head turning bouy.





On the way out super maxi's Wild Thing (pictured), Wild Oats XI and Lahana prepared their safety gear for the start.


Every yacht must hoist their storm sails as they parade past the start boat. It makes for a colourful start.


As we saw last year Wild Oats XI lead my name sake's Investec Loyal out of the heads.


As Investec Loyal reached the South Head turning bouy it was clear that they mean't business.

SYDNEY TO HOBART YACHT RACE 2011

Places are still available aboard The Count for the start of this year's SYDNEY to HOBART YACHT RACE.

BOXING DAY 26 December 2011

Book now to experience Australia’s premier ocean race start.

Enjoy the excitement of pre-race maneuvers before heading out to the South Head turning bouy to mix it with the maxi’s as they turn and head for Hobart.

Cost: $195. per person includes light lunch
Pick-up Wharf: CASINO WHARF, Pirrama Rd Pyrmont.
Cruise Times: 11:00am - 3:00pm

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