At the Hog Roast last Saturday, I was struck by the changes that  a year has brought. Not only did the sun shine but the marina looks very different these days. Last year we were still reeling from the collapse of Tarquin and Emsworth Shipyard and the subsequent revelations about their debts and activities. Now the long line of large motor boats has been replaced by a mixture of smaller motor boats and yachts. The shipyard has come back to life with new tenants and activity, the Harbour Chandlers has moved and expanded, Slipway Marine has done the same. Our new signs are going up and looking very smart and we have the planning permission for the development of the Harbour Offices with better facilities and a cafe. We have "weathered the storm" and are definitely on the up!