About Us

Established in 1957 to promote the use of all classes of power boats, and to provide the boating community of Melbourne with a safe, friendly venue for boat racing, social skiing and tournament skiing, including slalom, tricks, jumping, knee boarding and wake boarding.

 

M.R.S.B.C. is affiliated with the Australian Power Boat Association (APBA), the Victorian Water Ski Association (VWSA), the Australian Water Ski Association (AWSA) and is an associate member of the Boating Industry of Australia (BIA).

 

The M.R.S.B.C. is committed to its involvement in the local community with events to date that include:

  • Melton Gold Cup
  • V.W.S.A. Disabled Ski Tournament
  • Wakeboard Victoria series
  • Inter-club skiing tournaments & coaching
  • Victoria Police Social Functions
  • Big Brother/Big Sister Programs
  • National Scout Jamboree
  • Wedding Receptions
  • Christmas Party Celebrations

 

As a result of 'Member Only' access to the weir, the club has an enviable safety record, making it the perfect place for budding young skiers and racing enthusiasts to develop their skills. The club is very proud of its safety record, and is committed to maintaining it by insisting that all members comply with both the State Boating Regulations and Club Rules.

Facilities

Situated on 9 acres of land adjoining Melton Reservoir, the M.R.S.B.C provides a fully equipped boating and skiing facility to accommodate for all occasions from a family day out skiing or having a B.B.Q, to national boat racing events held over an entire weekend throughout the year.

 

Facility includes:

  • Power-boat racing course
  • Slalom ski course
  • Competition ski jump
  • Landscaped gardens
  • Modern playground equipment
  • Fully maintained two story club house
  • Change rooms including hot showers
  • Picnic facilities
  • Gas barbecues
  • Toilets
  • Wheelchair accessible toilets & change rooms
  • Electric boat launching ramps
  • Multi-bay floating pontoon
  • Large car parking areas

Quick Facts

  • MRSBC was established in 1957
  • Located 32km west of Melbourne
  • Situated on 9 acres of maintained land
  • Affiliated with A.P.B.A.
  • Boat access to over 5 Kilometers of water
  • Large docking area for 18 boats
  • Slalom course & competition ski jump