ScaleACT 26 Exhibition
7 - 8 November
CRG put on a successful display at the recent ScaleACT exhibition at Thoroughbred Park over the weekend 7-8 November. Many scale model rockets were on display thanks to the efforts and models provided by Mark, Neville and Richard. There was a great response to the display and interest in the clubs' activities. This is the first time that CRG has been included in the ScaleACT event to display a large range of scale model rockets. It will definitely be on our calendar for 2027.
Low/Mid Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Sunday 1 November
Our final scheduled L/MPR launch at Manton for 2026 was held. Details will be posted shortly.
Low/Mid Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Sunday 4 October
There was a good turnout for the morning launch, in spite of the cold, cloudy and breezy conditions. Although the wind gusts were pushing up to our no-launch limit at times, we were able to get some launching in. We also welcomed several new budding rocketeers and keen observers.
The statistics for the morning’s launch event are as follows:
1 x 1/2A, 1 x A, 6 x B, 7 x C, 2 x F, 1 x G
CRG 2026 Annual General Meeting
Sunday 20 September
The AGM was successfully held online. Minutes of the meeting will be sent out to all members.
Low/Mid Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Sunday 6 September
This launch event was cancelled due to the unfavourable wind forecast.
High Power Launch at Ardlethan
Saturday 22 - Sunday 23 August
This event was held. Details soon.
Low/Mid Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Sunday 2 August
Another small turnout in perfect conditions. All LPR flights were recovered, but unfortunately Richard's MPR flight ended up in a tree overhanging the Yass River! However, congratulations to Neville with four successful rocket glider flights!
The statistics for the morning’s launch event are as follows:
2 x 1/2A, 3 x A, 1 x B, 6 x C, 2 x D, 1 x G
Low/Mid Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Sunday 5 July
There was a small turnout for the morning session in breezy conditions. Some good launches were mixed in with a few mishaps. However, we were grateful for a full L/MPR session - the first for 2026!
The statistics for the morning’s launch event are as follows:
1 x 1/2A, 3 x A, 5 x B, 2 x C, 1 x F
Merici College Low Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Wednesday 17 June
This event was in support of Merici College's STEM program and was not open to general attendance. The students were launching their modified rockets following on from their successful launch session in April. There were many good launches, but several experienced deployment issues. However, everyone had a fun morning in very good conditions.
High Power Launch at Ardlethan
Saturday 13 June - Sunday 14 June
Unfortunately, due to unfavourable site conditions and forecast weather, the event was cancelled. Our next scheduled HPR launch at Ardlethan will be over the weekend of 22-23 August.
Low/Mid Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Sunday 7 June
There was a good turn out for the morning session. Unfortunately, launching was delayed until the fog cleared at about 12:00. Fortunately, we were able to get quite a few successful launches off in the remaining hour of the session.
The statistics for the morning’s launch event are as follows:
2 x 1/2A, 5 x B, 5 x C, 1 x D
Merici College Low Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Thursday 4 June Cancelled due to adverse weather.
This event is in support of Merici College's STEM program and is not open to general attendance. The students will be launching their modified rockets following on from their successful launch session in April.
Low/Mid Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Sunday 3 May
Unfortunately, due to the forecast rain and winds for Sunday, the CRG committee decided to cancel the May launch. This was a no-win situation for the club because without the forecast rain, we would most likely have to cancel the launch anyway due to the very long dry grass at the site.
High Power Launch at Ardlethan
Saturday 25 April - Monday 27 April
Our first HPR launch for 2026 was held over the ANZAC Day long weekend. Details to follow shortly.
Low/Mid Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Sunday 5 April
Unfortunately, the committee decided to cancel this event due to the very dry conditions at the site. Although we had a successful launch event on Thursday 2 April with A-B motors, it was considered that the possibility of fire risk was significantly increased with the launching of the larger C - G motors. Another issue was that the forecast for was for up to 25 km/h winds from the East, which is not ideal for our launch site.
Merici College Low Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Thursday 2 April 2026
This event was held in support of the College's STEM program. An eager group of 23 Year 10 students attended their first rocket launching experience. Seven kit built rockets were sent skywards on A and B motors. Inspite of a few igniter issues, we were able to launch and retrieve all rockets successfully over three rack loads. Hopefully some good data was collected.
This launch was in doubt due to the dry conditions at the site. While the recent rains provided some green undergrowth, there is a large amount of long dry grass surrounding the cleared launch area. The committee members had to be extra vigilant and only permited the event to go ahead due to the small motors used.
Low/Mid Power Launch at Manton Road, Yass
Sunday 1 March 2026
Unfortunately, due to the unfavourable site conditions and the weather forecast for Sunday, this event was cancelled.
