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2017

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JULY - SEPT 2017

CONTENTS

05 BLACKTOWN - DINING - DIAMOND SHOWROOM - WHAT’S ON - LIVE MUSIC - PROMOTIONS

18 SPORTS - FEATURE STORY - DINING - EVENTS - LIVE MUSIC - WHAT’S ON

22 HUBERTUS - DINING - LIVE MUSIC - WHAT’S ON - EVENTS

ACROSS ALL VENUES 26 CALENDAR 29 BEVERAGE 31 MEMBERSHIP 34 SPORTING BODIES REPORTS 35 WELFARE REPORT

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

KAY KELLY

JACK MILLER

PRESIDENT

SNR VICE

TERRY O’LOUGHLIN VICE

PRESIDENT

JIM BUCKLEY

LES WINTERS

PAT COLLINS

GARY CALLAGHAN

GEORGE VELLA

ANGE HUMPHRIES

TREASURER

DIRECTOR

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT Hello Members, I would like to start this report by first thanking the members who took the time to vote in our first biennial election for The Board of Directors of the Club. There was one change in the voting results with Ange Humphries replacing Bob Vincent. On behalf of Board colleagues, Management and members I thank Bob for all the many years he put into his position as Director. He was always very passionate about the Club, community and members and will continue to be seen around Club and area. I welcome Ange to the Board. Ange has a journalist degree and is self employed. Ange will add a new dimension to our team. I was elected unopposed President at the AGM. This is indeed an honour and I can’t express how emotional I feel when I see the faith and trust you show in me as your President. It is not always an easy job but with your support we can tackle the hard tasks and hopefully with Board and Management make the right decisions for the benefit of members and the long term success of the Club. Congratulations to the elected Executive. Jack Miller, who was elected Snr Vice President, Terry O’Loughlin Vice President and Jim Buckley (unopposed) as Treasurer. I rely on this team for critical matters and thank them for their commitment. The Board looks forward to working with Management and staff. I am also letting you know that as Talk of the Town (Club Journal) is available on the Club website it is no longer going to be posted out with financial report each year and the past request for this no longer exists. If you are not familiar with Club Website and would really like this copy sent to you with Annual Report you will need to contact membership either by phone, letter or email and have your request added to the new list. The Board has a lot on its plate over the next two years with Sports Centre of Excellence and Over 55’s Resort and of course club matters. I realise all our decisions do not please everyone but please keep in mind that we make all decisions on the information we have and what we think will benefit the majority of members, Club and community and to keep the Club viable moving forward. The DA for the earthworks of the Sporting Precinct was approved by council on 3rd May so we are ready to move on. We hired a Marketing firm to evaluate what people would like to see in our resort units and what amenities they require. Almost 1000 members filled out the survey and we thank them for their input. We still have a lot of work to do here but I will keep you informed. Neale, myself and Directors were invited to the Blacktown City Council Breakfast at Westpoint where Mayor Stephen Bali and Council General Manager Kerry Robinson outlined their vision for Blacktown going forward. It was a brilliant presentation and I was wishing that I was 20 years younger to see it all. Our Workers Clubs will be an important part of the landscape as we move with new ideas, new members and diversify. Little steps will ensure that Workers is a big part of Blacktown City. I attended, along with the Board members, The Police Officer of the Year awards, earlier in the year which was organised by Rotary. The Club is proud to be involved with this night as we work closely with the Local Police Command and thank all the police officers for working to keep the area safe for community and our members. On behalf of the Police Officers nominated we donated to the following local communities: Salvation Army, Smith Family, St. Vincent de Paul, William Rose School and Grace’s Place. I visited these organisations with Rotary and delivered the cheques from our members. They were all very appreciative.

One of the recipients of these cheques was William Rose School at Seven Hills. I was invited to visit the school to see first hand the amazing work they do. I found this to be a heart wrenching experience as I saw some of the disabilities these young people endure while tackling every day activities and I was so impressed with the passion, dedication and care the teachers show their students as they teach them to cope with everyday life. I am telling you of this so you can see where some of your Clubs Grant money goes. I have been attending many of the Saturday night shows with Terry and his wife and I am impressed with the calibre of entertainment that Liz is booking for the Diamond Showroom. Good numbers are attending and enjoying the entertainment at a reasonable cost for a good night out. Why not check out the coming shows and secure your seats. The Blacktown City Local Business Awards were held in our Club recently. The Diamond Showroom was full as many finalists and friends attended to hear the winner announced in each category. I am pleased to say that “Gi” who took over Workers Haircare last year was a finalist in the Hairdressing category. Unfortunately “Gi” did not win but to be a finalist in this very popular category was no mean feat. Many additional beauty services have been added and I congratulate her on her efforts and success. I attended the Jnr Cricket Presentation recently. These young cricketers didn’t take our any grand finals this season but the 14/1’s made it through and 14/1’s and 16/1’s made it through to the semi finals. All teams received plenty of accolades and encouragement from their coaches and managers on their sportsmanship and passion as they keep learning and moving forward. Thank you to their committee, coaches and Managers who put in many hours of their own time so these young players can enjoy the game. Thank you to everyone involved in all our sporting teams as your commitment is essential and really appreciated. Good luck to all our winter sporting teams as your compete under “Workers” brand. Snr Cricket had 3 teams in Grand Finals. 5th and 9th Grade won their Grand Final games and 6th Grade were runners up. Great result. Our Baseball teams had 4 teams make the Grand Finals. premiers Under 13’s and Under 17/1’s won their Grand Finals. Both the Women’s teams were semi finalists. Well done. On behalf of the Board and Management I would like to pass on our condolences to family and friends who have lost loved ones. Wally Johnson and Frank Sullivan were VIP members who we lost recently. They were strong supporters of the Club. Wally and his wife Dawn were always seen hand in hand around the Club and area. 30 members are eligible for VIP membership this year. This is earnt by being a member of the Club for 50 continuous years and letters will be forwarded to ask if they wish to take up this offer. Congratulations and thank you for your dedication. I hope you continue to enjoy your time at any of our three Clubs. When you see me in the Club I am happy to take the time to talk and discuss anything that is bothering you. Take care. Until next time, Keep Smiling and be kind to each other

Kay Kelly Club President

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GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT Hello Members; Since my last report the 2017 bi-ennial Board of Directors election was held. I would like to congratulate the successful Directors elected by the members. In this election Bob Vincent was unsuccessful in being reappointed as a Director. Bob served on the Board with great distinction for just under 10 years and I would like to thank Bob for his great contribution and assistance during this time. In saying that, may I welcome Ange Humphries to the Board and look forward to her contribution to the future of our club group. Congratulations to the Board Executive that was elected by the members at the AGM in April. • • • •

Kay Kelly Jack Miller Terry O’Loughlin Jim Buckley

President Snr Vice President Vice President Treasurer

Renovation works at the Main Club that are now being undertaken include; • Toilets in both Impressions and Jack McNamara lounge and the inclusion of parent’s rooms. • Upgrade to tables and chairs in the Reg McGrath lounge are underway and should be installed in the coming months. We are also looking at concepts, designs and ideas for the Jack McNamara lounge. I am happy to report to members that the first Development Application for the bulk earthworks for our new Sporting Fields on our land adjacent to Walters Rd was approved by Blacktown City Council in May 2017. Work has now commenced. The DA for the grandstands and other facilities is due to follow. Works on the preparation of the DA for the first stage and masterplan of the over 55’s resort are still being undertaken with the hope that the DA will be lodged in early 2018. We are currently undertaking extensive marketing on this proposed development to ensure that the model that is chosen is the most attractive and viable. More information sessions for members are planned for this year to keep you all up to date on the progress. Again, I remind you of our Responsible Service of alcohol policy under the NSW Liquor Act 2007 and the various signs throughout all our clubs indicating the Code of Practice for the supply and service of alcohol. This is the law and our staff are all trained and are following the requirements of legislation when enforcing these rules. To those members who lost loved ones my condolences.

Neale Vaughan ACCM Dip Bus, Adv Dip Bus

General Manager Chairman Blacktown Liquor Accord White Ribbon Ambassador

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SATURDAY 29 july 8PM members $40.00 | visitors $45.00 ELVIS - ONE NIGHT IN VEGAS Relive the King’s triumphant return to the concert stage as Mark Anthony recreates this historic period with Elvis The year was 1969. After nine years in Hollywood, Elvis returned to his real passion – live performance. His fans were waiting and over the next two years Elvis ascended the throne as the King of Las Vegas.

SATURDAY 1 july 8PM members $10.00 | visitors $15.00 BEST DISCO IN TOWN Do you remember Mirror balls, flashing lights, platform shoes & big hair? This is the show for you. Get your dancing shoes on & join the talented cast of The Best Disco in Town singing songs from famous groups such as Earth Wind & Fire, Michael Jackson, The Jackson 5, The Ritchie Family and the The Supremes.

SATURDAY 8 july 8PM tickets $44.00 each JIMEOIN - Renonsense Man ‘Classic nonsense… Stand-up comedy at its best’ (Scotsman). Brilliantly observed, ever-evolving stand-up from acclaimed star of Live at Apollo, Royal Variety, Channel and Sunday Night at the Palladium. ‘Jimeoin recalls the familiar at a fantastically silly level, boiling his audience down to a tear-filled, gibbering mess’ (Scotland on Sunday).

PERFORMING THIS

Mark Anthony, one of the most dynamic

august

SATURDAY 5 august 8PM members $10.00 | visitors $15.00 JOHNNY CASH - THE LEGEND This show strings together all Cash’s greatest hits and signature tunes, as his fascinating, larger-than-life story unfolds. Enjoy hits such as Folsom Prison Blues, Ring of Fire, Get Rhythm, I Walk the Line – there are just so many great and unique songs in the Johnny Cash repertoire.

T H E U LT I M AT E A U S T R A L I A N R O C K U M E N TA R Y

BON SCOTT

CHRISSY AMPHLETT

THE BEE GEES

DOC NEESON

BILLY THORPE

STEVIE WRIGHT

AND MANY MORE!

2 hours of songs, footage, interviews, stories, costumes and recollections of Australian rock history including Glenn A. Baker.

SATURDAY 15 july 8PM members $10.00 | visitors $15.00 LOST LEGENDS SHOWCASE With authentic renditions of their music, the band is proud to honour the legacy of a prime selection of Australia’s singing icons. Fans of Billy Thorpe, Ray Brown, Shirley Strachan, Ted Mulry, Darryl Cotton, Maurice and Robin Gibb, Bon Scott, Doc Neeson, Chrissy Amphlett.

SATURDAY 19 august 8PM members $35.00 | visitors $40.00 ROSS WILSON & THE PEACENIKS From Daddy Cool to Mondo Rock, as a solo artist, or as songwriter of A-grade classics such as Eagle Rock, Cool World and A Touch of Paradise, or producer of the legendary Skyhooks, Jo Jo Zep, The Johnnys, & more recently The Screaming Jets, Ross’s involvement with success has continued unabated.

Delivered by world-class musicians who performed alongside all the Aussie legends.

CHRIS KEEBLE - FISH OUT A WATER PRODUCTIONS - THE ROCKUMENTARY SERIES - chris@ckck.com.au

SATURDAY 22 july 8PM TICKETS $35.00 EACH PETER POWERS The naughty naughty hypno show Peter Powers is the world’s funniest hypnotist and one of the most successful hypnotists in the world today and it is not too surprising. His live stage show draws crowds much larger than any other hypnotist in every one of the countries he performs, making him ‘the biggest box-office hypnotist’.

SATURDAY 26 august 8PM members $10.00 | visitors $15.00 MANILOW & SEDAKA This show will make you feel as if you are in Las Vegas! A fabulous band and beautiful Vegas style dancers dressed in the most magnificent costumes you will ever see in Australia. Mark Bowden is Barry Manilow and Neil Sedaka and his showmanship will have you convinced he is both characters.

PERFORMING THIS

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SATURDAY 30 september 8PM members $30.00 | visitors $35.00 THE BLACK SORROWS have earned the reputation as a dynamic live act. There is a level of accessibility to The Black Sorrows that can appeal to the newest of fan. At the helm, Camilleri steers the band through an energetic interplay of solid grooves and well- crafted songs that mix those well-worn ingredients of blues.

SATURDAY 2 september 8PM $10.00 MEMBERS | $15.00 VISITORS BURLESQUE SPECTACULAR Presents a beautiful glamorous tribute to burlesque from a vintage era from the 1920’s thru to present. Adding hollywood musical productions and themes from France To Las Vegas. Included in our show production is a touch of Oh La Laaaaaaa ! Specialty Fan Dancers and lots more.

COMING THIS

SATURDAY 9 september 8PM MEMBERS $15.00 | VISITORS $20.00

october

THE ULTIMATE TINA The Irish-Jamaican powerhouse will bring her world-renowned show to venues across Australia in 2017 so be prepared to stand in your seats as Rebecca delivers her flawless rendition of Tina Turner’s greatest hits including, Nutbush City Limits, Proud Mary, River Deep, Private Dancer, When the Heartache Is Over.

SATURDAY 16 september 8PM MEMBERS $10.00 | VISITORS $15.00 ALL HAIL CHUCK BERRY Expect to hear classics such as Maybelline, Little Queenie, Johnny B. Goode, O’ Carol, Roll Over Beethoven, Rockin’ in the USA and many, many more. Expect to see a dance floor reeling’ and rocking’! Apart from the fabulous music the band entertains with brief anecdotes and insights into Chuck Berry.

SATURDAY 23 september 8PM members $10.00 | visitors $15.00 MEDITERRANEAN FANTASY Start your journey in the islands of GREECE, where Popular songs such as ‘NEVER ON SUNDAY’ & ‘DIE FOR YOU’ will draw you into the Greek culture, and Lively dances such as the ‘HASAPIKO’, ‘HASAPOSERVIKOS’ & ‘ZORBA THE GREEK’ will have you tapping your feet. Continue your journey through Italy , France & Spain

saturday 7 october 8pm TICKETS $45.00 each BJORN AGAIN The World’s favourite ABBA Show and the only ABBA Show endorsed by ABBA themselves. They have performed all over the world to rave reviews. Relive all the magic with your favourite songs – Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Take a Chance on Me, Ring Ring and more…..

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2017 marks the year for our community moving forward with another great initiative. It has been a long-standing commitment from the Blacktown Workers Club Group to financially award the winners from the Blacktown Police Officer of the Year Awards night. As a result of legislative changes these donations will now be allocated to local charities and beneficiaries. Kay Kelly President and the Blacktown Workers Club Board of the Directors came to a decision with both the Blacktown LAC and the Blacktown Rotary Cub to use the prize money from the Blacktown Police Officer of the Year Awards towards local charities/beneficiaries in the Blacktown community as part of the Club Grants initiative. There was a total of $3000 spread amongst 5 local charities/beneficiaries: $1,000 William Rose Special School $500 The Salvation Army – Blacktown Corps $500 St Vincent de Paul Society NSW Parramatta Central Council $500 The Smith Family $500 Homicide Victims Support Group (Aust) Inc. – to go to Graces Place Marianne Youness - Principal of William Rose Special School said the funds will be used to purchase assistive technology devices for the students including communication supports or applications for smart tablets/iPads or go towards the expenditure of their smart boards to support the communication program as part of our entire school program. Technology assists students to access the curriculum and supports learning as being engaging and accessible to all. Captain Bill Geracia from the Blacktown Salvation Army was more than thankful on receiving the donation. At the time of this donation their food pantry was running low. Captain Bill also said that the Blacktown Salvation Army is operated and succeeds on donations like these from the community. Captain Bill and his team will be able to serve those who are doing tough in our

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community. The donation will be used to refill and supply their emergency food pantry that operates on their site. This food pantry helps those who are seeking food because they have no food in their food pantry to feed their family. They supply 3-5 days of food for the whole family, as well as supply basic toiletry items such as toothpaste, shampoo, diapers, etc. Anna Ashenden - Social Justice and Community Engagement Manager of St Vincent de Paul’s said that this donation would help to continue the critical work St Vincent does within the Blacktown community. Anna said the will be directing the donation towards the new Blacktown Community Hub, which is located in a purpose-built space at the back of the Blacktown Vinnies Shop. This Hub provides emergency relief, assessment and support for people experiencing disadvantage in the Blacktown/Mt Druitt area. Catherine Cavill from The Smith Family said that the donation will make a real difference to the young Australians in need within the Blacktown community. This donation will be going towards The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program. This Learning for Life Program is a long-term, effective and highly targeted approach to improving the educational outcomes of disadvantaged young Australians. Students on the program receive a combination of financial assistance, personal support and access to a range of learning support and mentoring programs e.g. literacy and numeracy, career and post-school pathways, digital and financial literacy initiatives for parents/carers.

CLUB FEATURE Gary Raymond APM, OAM (Ret’d.) Dip. VET from Grace’s Place said that they were very thankful for such a generous donation. All funds are currently going towards the construction of the world first facility that is Grace’s Place. Every brick counts. Grace’s Place will offer a safe and secure refuge (with professional counsellors on site) supporting those going through the devastation and grief of a loved one’s murder. This is only the beginning Blacktown City Police LAC, Rotary Club of Blacktown City and Blacktown Workers Club Group will continue moving forward together the support charities and beneficiaries such as these so they can continue to do all the wonderful work they do.

The primary purpose of Grace’s Place is to provide a unique place of healing and restoration for children traumatised by homicide, It will be a place where they may be guided to believe in themselves and their future. Being built in NSW, on land made available by Blacktown City Council. The Centre will be named in honour of Grace Lynch, mother of Anita Cobby and will include residential and counselling facilities. Grace’s Place will be operated and administered by The Homicide Victims Support Group (Aust) Inc. (HVSG), which has been operating since 1993. Founders of the Homicide Victims Support Group were the parents of 9 year old Ebony Simpson and 26 years old Anita Cobby ¬who were motivated to help other families survive and recover after the horrors of not only the loss of their children but also the aftermath. This includes the ongoing requirements to be interviewed / spend time with police, courts, media and community interest personnel etc. Members of the HVSG were surveyed and asked what Grace’s Place could do for family members and their children, with their responses being used to develop the preliminary plans for Grace’s Place. It became evident that there is an urgent need for a residential trauma centre aimed specifically at children between the ages of 3 -18. With there being nothing else like this in Australia or overseas that can be relied upon as a model for such a centre feedback, support and planning are extremely important in making sure that Grace’s Place becomes what is needed for families in these traumatic times.

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TUESDAY

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THURSDAY

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12pm Raffle 7pm QUIZZAME 8pm DIAMOND SHOW ELVIS - ONE NIGHT IN VEGAS 8pm THE BANDITS 8.30pm Just Jammin

11.30am Learning Links Cash Housie 1pm Raffle 1pm THE MUSICAL EXPRESS 2pm DENNIS DEMELLO DUO 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Meat Raffle 5pm Pro Series Poker

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11am Kids Club 11.30am Learning Links Cash Housie 1pm Raffle 1pm STEPPINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; OUT DUO 1pm ASHLEIGH PAIGE 2pm Pro Series Poker

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8pm THE BREAKAWAYS 8.30pm CHRIS DRUMMOND DUO

8pm DIAMOND SHOW PETER POWERS

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8pm DIAMOND SHOW LOST LEGENDS SHOWCASE 8pm MUSAIC BAND 8.30pm MATCHBOX BAND

12pm Raffle 7pm QUIZZAME

8pm TOO MANY GUITARS 8.30pm CHRIS DRUMMOND DUO

8pm DIAMOND SHOW JIMEOIN

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8.30pm IPANEMA LATIN BAND 9pm THE FROCKS

11am Kids Club PACQUIAO VS HORN FIGHT 11.30am Learning Links Cash Housie 1pm Raffle 1pm JOANNA MELAS DUO 1pm TAKE A HIT! DUO 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Meat Raffle 5pm Pro Series Poker

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11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 6.30PM CASH GRAB 7.30pm Trivia

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THURSDAY

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FRIDAY

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20 12pm Raffle 7pm QUIZZAME 8pm DIAMOND SHOW

11am Kids Club 11.30am Learning Links Cash Housie 1pm Raffle 1pm THE MUSICAL EXPRESS 1pm STEPPIN’ OUT DUO 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Meat Raffle 5pm Pro Series Poker

11.30am Learning Links Cash Housie 1pm JOANNA MELAS DUO 1pm EMAD YOUNAN 2PM ROOSTER RICHES 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Meat Raffle 5pm Pro Series Poker

11am Kids Club 11.30am Learning Links Cash Housie 1pm Raffle 1pm TAKE A HIT! DUO 1pm KAFEKOOL 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Meat Raffle 5pm Pro Series Poker

SUNDAY

12pm Raffle 7pm QUIZZAME 8pm DIAMOND SHOW ROSS WILSON & THE PEACENIKS 8pm ROLLING DICE 8.30pm NEON NIGHTS

12pm Raffle 7pm QUIZZAME 1/4 CENTURY NIGHT 8.30pm THE ROCKIN’ MUSTANGS 9pm SOUNDBIRD

12pm Raffle 7pm QUIZZAME 8pm DIAMOND SHOW JOHNNY CASH THE LEGEND 8.30pm BACKLASH DUO 9pm THE FROCKS

SATURDAY

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TUESDAY

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10.30am Dudes & Divas Disco 11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 6.30PM CASH GRAB 7PM BIRTHDAY DRAW 7.30pm Trivia

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11am Kids Club 11.30am Learning Links Cash Housie 1pm Raffle 1pm TAKE A HIT! DUO 1pm THE MUSICAL EXPRESS 2pm Pro Series Poker 3.30pm Meat Raffle 5pm Pro Series Poker

10am DIAMOND SHOW EMMA & LACHY TOUR 12pm Raffle 7pm QUIZZAME 8pm DIAMOND SHOW BURLESQUE SPECTACULAR 8.30pm FRANKY VALENTYN DUO

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12pm Raffle 7pm QUIZZAME 8pm DIAMOND SHOW ALL HAIL CHUCK BERRY 8pm BEATWORX 8.30pm DWAYNE ELIX & THE ENGINEERS 9PM T.G.I.F. DRAW

11.30am Learning Links Cash Housie 1pm Raffle 1pm ASHLEIGH PAIGE 1pm FRANKY VALENTYN DUO 2pm Pro Series Poker 3.30pm Meat Raffle 5pm Pro Series Poker

11am Kids Club 11.30am Learning Links Cash Housie 1pm Raffle 1pm CONNECTING SOULS DUO 1pm KAFEKOOL 2pm Pro Series Poker 3.30pm Meat Raffle 5pm Pro Series Poker

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12pm Raffle 7pm QUIZZAME 8pm DIAMOND SHOW ULTIMATE TINA 8pm THE BANDITS 8.30pm CHRIS DRUMMOND DUO 9PM T.G.I.F. DRAW

9PM T.G.I.F. DRAW 9pm THE FROCKS

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WELFARE REPORT Hello members, On behalf of the Club President, Board of Directors, Management and Staff, I wish to extend our sincere sympathy to the families of the following members who have passed away since our last journal Late Lorraine Czechovsky Late Ian Walsh Late Primitina Rosales Late Maria Sattler Late Milton Lowe Late Barry Brooker Late James Nolan Late Frederick Burke Late Dorothy Mills Late Graham Ryder Late Ronald McDonald Late James Johnson Late Sylvia Boothby Late Julien Nunez Late Frank Harris Late Jan Vála Late Wilhemina Moorlag Late Maxwell Jones Late Kevin Dwyer Late Hermann Schmidt Late Lorry Scicluna Late Barbara Boman Late Paul Redmond Late Kevin Batty Late Harold Willcox

Late Raymond Burfoot Late Terry Ashburn Late Deborah Palmer Late Gordon Dempsey Late John Lemas Late Patricia Garcia Late Wilhelm Zettl Late Gordon Thomson Late Marjorie Smith Late Beryl Loban Late Paul Borg Late Mark Judge Late Maurice Johnston Late Elaine Toms Late Kerrie Donohue Late Stuart Brain Late Patricia Testa Late Ronald Davis Late Alphonsus Ronan Late Shirley Jenkins Late Arthur Arnold Late Gordon Mills Late Eric Thomas Late Keith Goulds Late Walter Johnson

Late Shane Allen Late James Davis Late Dougal Fraser Late Norma Goodenough Late Robert Hocking Late Janine Mobbs Late Neville Jeffery Late Boyd Tancred Late Debra Maher Late Edith Cook Late John Ashton Late Doreen Merrett Late Constance Codey Late George Church Late June Elkins Late Massimina Milardi Late Alan Dwyer Late Kenneth McIntosh Late Frank Sullivan Late Edith Bovington Late Joyce Latimore Late Andrew Funk Late Leonard Graham Late Melville Anderson Late Monica Brown

Late Doris Clifton Late Eileen Loy Late Bertha Uhl Late Alan Doyle Late Juanita Fenton Late Anita Christanga Late Brian Harvey Late Lorna Hamer Late Marjorie Peirce Late Noami Pike Late Margaret Grant Late Ronald Pitt Late Dennis Porter Late Patrick Smith Late Winston Sciberras Late Livio Merlin

Yours Faithfully,

Harold Becler

Welfare Officer

TREASURER’S REPORT Please see the Financial Data supplied below at the time of writing this report. OPERATING PROFIT / (LOSS) @ 30 APRIL

2017 ($’000)

2016 ($’000)

Workers – Blacktown

2,680

Workers – Sports

1,130

1,172

Workers – Hubertus

(300)

(268)

(2,211)

(2,391)

-Before Tax & Community Benefit:

1,299

1,853

Less: Community Benefit

(508)

(559)

791

1,294

Overheads

3,340

OPERATING PROFIT / (LOSS)

OPERATING PROFIT / (LOSS) BEFORE TAX

Jim Buckley JP Treasurer

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COMMUNITY CORNER

Biggest Morning Tea 2017 Thank you for everyone for coming and make the morning such a lovely one. So far we have managed to raise over $1200 which will go towards helping support this great cause. With raffles, merchandise, best dressed and an overall enthusiastic vibe the morning was a great success. Cant wait to see you all again next year!

2017 Say NO To Domestic Violence Race Day Over $35000 and counting was raised at this years Say NO To Domestic Violence Race Day with all funds going towards Blacktown Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Health Centre, WASH House, The Womens Cottage and White Ribbon.

Employee Of The Month Congratulations to Scott our April employee of the month and Shakilah our May employee of the month for all their hard work and outstanding efforts. If you see them around make sure you congratulate them.

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SPORTING BODIES REPORTS MENS GOLF CLUB

The 2017 year is now into full swing; however we have experienced some inclement weather along the way with the Fox Hills game on 26 March being washed out resulting in the final of the Cock of the Walk, between Neil Morris and Jeffry Roodkerk, being postponed to a later date. In other completed events: • The Neale Vaughan Trophy was won by Colin Wilson & Bill Wakim. • The Merv Pell Cup was contested on 07 May at Campbelltown Golf Course and despite some good efforts by Shaun Fulton and Peter Lipovic, the Men’s Golf Club finished fourth. The events to be held in the next few months include: July / August - Foursomes Championships (2 Rounds) | September - November - Single Championships (4 Rounds) For any membership or general enquiries please contact John Grayling on 0415 803 617. Bill Wakim - Publicity Officer

WOMENS BOWLING CLUB

What a frustrating few months we have had with heat and so much rain disrupting the championships and the pennants’ I think everyone was glad to see the pennants over this year. All teams tried their hardest, the grade 3 did the best coming in second place to Castle Hill. Jan Layton was nominated by the board of Blacktown Workers Club as a contender for the 2017 Chifley Sports Award, and received a certificate for Exceptional Sporting Accomplishments by Ed Husec MP. Come along and join us at bowls for a good way of meeting people and getting out in the fresh air. We have coaching on Saturday mornings, ring Jan Layton on 96711461 if interested. Our bowls day is Wednesday at 9.30am and mixed on Saturday at 1pm. enquiries please contact John Grayling on 0415 803 617. Bill Wakim - Publicity Officer Two of our ladies entered the Inaugural Sister City Trophy at Quirindi with two of our men bowlers and they won. tCongratulations Chris Harloff and Robyn Eishaver. It was sponsored by Blacktown Council. Audrey Schultz - Publicity Officer

INDOOR BOWLS

We have in house competitions in progress with all competitors trying their best to win. The competitions being held are the Men’s Singles and the Ladies Singles, also, the Mixed Pairs and the Challenge. We play social bowls every Wednesday and everyone is welcome to come and try out indoor bowling. All you need is flat soled shoes, bowls are provided. Just turn up on floor 3B of the Blacktown Workers Club in Cambridge St. between 9am to 9.45am and you will be made welcome or phone for further inquires to Bill 9671 1894 or Sylvia 0402 810 955. Our annual general meeting is to be held in August with all financial indoor bowls club members invited to attend. Hope to see you here soon. Sylvia - Secretary

TRAVEL CLUB

A good year so far, with very happy travellers. Cancellation of one trip to Newington Armory due to bad weather. Christmas In July at Shelley Beach TUESDAY 18th July $70. Berry Country Markets Sunday 6th August $60 Bowral Tulips / Red Cow Farm Sunday 24th September $65. Care flight centre & Elizabeth Farm TUESDAY 24th October $55.00 Three days to Oberon (Mayfield Gardens) Bathurst & Hill End for Gold panning / Museum etc. Friday 3rd / Sunday 5th November $450.00 t/s - $145.00 s/s. All day trips include morning tea, lunch & coach travel. Come along & join our very friendly group & great company. Yvonne 0421 590 457

STOCK SPORT

The Stock Sport Group has taken part in an Interstate Competition on the 25th of March at the Austrian Club in Mawson ACT. Our Workers 1 team, Herbert, Barry (C), Bernadette and Boris, were successful in performing well on the day and winning the Interstate competition with one player in that team in their second competition. We then attended a national Competition on the 8-9th of April at the same club in Canberra. This competition was over 2 rounds in which everybody played each other and the team with the most wins, then better percentage decided the results. The No.1 team of Barry, Christian, Boris and Miro managed to finish the competition on equal points with second place however they had a better percentage. To get into third place however we did have to beat the team that was in second place to push them down to 4th with our team winning it on the last end of the tournament. Barry O’Donnell

FISHING CLUB

Members of BWC are welcome to join BWC Fishing Club. Should you require any further information please contact John Attard on 0412 124 955 , Danny Won on 0414 261 616 or Colin Gardiner on 0414 356 181. Charles Robertson 0413 550 108 - Publicity Officer

DIRECTORY WORKERS BLACKTOWN

WORKERS SPORTS

55 Campbell Street Blacktown 2148 P 02 9830 0600 F 02 9830 0633 Sunday - Thursday 9am - 3am Friday - Saturday 9am - 4am

170 Reservoir Road Blacktown 2148 P 02 8822 2444 F 02 8822 2488 Monday - Friday 10am - 4am Saturday - Sunday 9am - 4am

Definition Health Club Monday - Friday 6am - 9pm Saturday 9am - 6pm Sunday 9am - 1pm

Urban Eats Friday 3pm - 12am Saturday 11.30am - 12am Sunday 11.30am - 8.30pm

Impressions Sunday - Thursday 9am - 10pm Friday - Saturday 9am - 12.30am Hot Food Between 3pm - 5pm

Sports Cafe Sunday - Thursday 11am - 9pm Friday - Saturday 11am - 12am Grange Buffet Lunch 11.45am - 2.15pm Sunday - Thursday 5.30pm - 9pm Friday - Saturday 5.30pm - 9.30pm

Hot Selection Monday - Thursday 11am - 9pm Friday - Saturday 11am - 10pm Sunday 12pm - 8pm

Sports Hair Care Wednesday 12pm - 5pm Thursday - Friday 10am - 6pm Saturday 8am - 12pm

Cucina Locale Trading Hours Wednesday - Sunday Lunch 12pm - 3pm Dinner 5.30pm - 10pm

WORKERS HUBERTUS

Tingha Palace Monday - Closed Lunch Tuesday - Sunday 12pm - 2.30pm Dinner Tue, Thur & Sun 5.30pm - 9.30pm Friday & Saturday 5.30pm - 10pm

205 Adams Road Luddenham 2745 P 02 4773 4444 Wed, Thur & Sunday 11am - 10pm Friday & Saturday 11am - 11pm Hub Cafe Wednesday - Thursday Lunch 11.30am -2.30pm Dinner 5pm - 9pm Friday - Saturday Lunch 11.30am -2.30pm Dinner 5pm - 9.30pm Sunday Lunch 11.30am - 2.30pm Dinner 5pm - 8.30pm

Bungarribee Buffet Lunch 11.45am - 2.15pm Sunday - Thursday 5.30pm - 9pm Friday - Saturday 5.30pm - 9.30pm Workers Hair Care Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm Saturday 8am - 12pm

SPORTING CONTACTS Baseball Snr

Craig Forward

0419 404 155

Baseball Womans

Nick Sardelich

0415 473 462

Baseball Jnr

Nicole Woodhouse

0414 417 605

Billiards & Snooker

Gary Arlidge

0419 270 630

Indoor Bowls

Sylvia Fenech

0402 810 955

Over 60’S Social Bowls

Lyn Shortland

0421 510 635

Mens Outdoor Bowls

Jim May

0418 437 777

Womans Outdoors Bowls

Anthea Ball

0450 021 245

Junior Cricket

Rosslyn Peschke

0402 656 325

Senior Cricket

Jonathan Dellow

0421 011 205

Darts

Mary Wootton

0406 805 093

Euchre

Ann Buckman

0410 312 687

Fishing Club

John Attard

0412 124 935

Mens Golf Club

John Grayling

0415 803 617

Ladies Golf Club

Marie Tonissoo

9622 3032

Intra Club Sports

Sue Cole

0432 173 308

Netball

Tabitha Paniona

0429 233 660

Rugby League Club

Jason Philips

0439 222 640

Small Boats Club

Darren Mcintosh

0410 012 647

Soccer

Brett Fielding

0409 681 317

Softball

Debra Coleman

0451 108 971

Table Tennis

Scott Johnson

0416 801 661

Tennis

Ros Taylor

9621 1341

Travel Club

Yvonne Ford

0421 590 457

Pistol Club

Max Turner

0402 089 190

Model Boats Club

Leonard Thorton

0401 812 907

Navel Battleships

Richard Simpson

0410 601 261

German Folk Dancing

Bettina Poetsch

0409 653 394

Hubertus Rifle Club

Dennis Claxton

0417 665 625

Sydney Stock Sport

Barry O’Donnell

0406 769 650

BWC Sporting Bodies: To add an entry into the next edition of the Workers Talk Of The Town, please contact the Marketing Dept. or email eblackall@bwcl.com.au

Hours are subject to trade Information correct at time of printing Non-Smoking Policy In accordance with regulations gazetted by the NSW Government, the Board of the Workers Club Group has determined that smoking will only be permitted in certain areas of the Club. For more information visit www.workersclub.com.au The Responsible Service of Alcohol Responsible Service of Alcohol is vital for legal, health and community reasons. Blacktown Workers Club Group Ltd. has adopted strategies for the Responsible Service of Alcohol. Further information and a list of our policies can be found on our website. The Responsible Conduct of Gaming Blacktown Workers Club Group in the best interest of its members, guests and community, promotes The Responsible Conduct of Gaming. Blacktown Workers Club Group is committed to responsible gaming. We urge all customers to bet carefully, set yourself a limit and never borrow money to gamble. If you stick to these basic rules, gambling will remain an enjoyable activity. See website for more information. Club Dress Rules To maintain the high standard enjoyed in our Club we request the Dress Rules be abided by. Our dress regulations are displayed in the Club entrance and can also be found on our website. Courtesy Bus Commences from 5pm. See doorman for bookings and Club Rules and Regulations that apply on the bus. Visit www.workersclub.com.au for further information on Cashing of Cheques, Change of Address, Entertainment, Membership Cards and Membership Renewals. If gambling is creating a problem in your life help is available. Contact the 24 hour free confidential counselling service on 1800 BETSAFE (1800 238 7233). Player activity statements are available on request.

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