Scott's Spot

ONE FOR THE ROAD WITH VAUGHANY

By Scott Vaughan

Hello all and welcome to the April edition of Scott’s Spot. This month’s edition will cover the usual short stories, photos and random observations over the last month.

This month, the spotlight will be on the publicans from The Fed in Semaphore, Patsy Henwood and Phil Myles, that highlights an entertaining and comprehensive insight into their venture into the hotel industry.

REGIONAL MEETINGS

Regionals were finally back in the month of March with the Big River Motor Inn kicking the year off in Berri for the Murray/Mallee Regional meeting, then the Bordertown Hotel hosted the Southeast Regional meeting. Both were fantastic days and we greatly appreciate the responses from both publicans and corporate partners in these regions.

I had to leave the Berri meeting early, however Didier Vollerin, our well known AHA|SA staffer, once again stepped in to host the day. Unfortunately, his driving of golf carts leaves a lot to be desired, throwing Phil Carson, from the Terminus at Morgan out of the cart (accidently of course). Having a French name does not make Didier an Alain Prost. This photo was taken just after the incident with Phil hanging on for dear life.

Meanwhile at the Bordertown Hotel, regular corporate partner attendee, Trevor Schiller from Class A Energy Solutions, provided a stirring rendition on the piano of ‘Happy Birthday’ for a lucky local family, which you can watch on the AHA|SA Facebook page. See photo of Trevor in his younger years.

OUR SHOUT PODCAST

I had the pleasure of interviewing the delightful, Stacey Butler, publican at the Commercial Hotel in Strathalbyn. Have a listen to all that Stacey has to say in the March edition, along with previous podcasts from our publicans and corporate partners. Listen to the podcast: https://www.ahasa.com.au/latest-news/aha-sa-podcast-our-shout

FAREWELL & WELCOME

I wanted to acknowledge venues who have been part of the AHA|SA for a number of years, and wish all the best for future endeavours while welcoming new licensees.

• Kadina Hotel

• Warooka Hotel

• Minnipa Hotel

• Desert Cave & Opal Inn Hotels

• Bentley’s Hotel

• Barmera Hotel

Following are a few snaps taken over the month of March.

A big welcome to Deb and Sean, Kalangadoo Hotel. The AHA President will be a happy man.

Jens Town Hall in Mount Gambier.

Welcome to Laura, Luke and their beautiful baby, Olivia at the Tantanoola Tiger Hotel.

Fantastic upgrades at The Presidential in Mount Gambier.

Fantastic upgrades at The Presidential in Mount Gambier.

That’s all for the April edition. As always, any funny or even weird stories and or photos, please email to svaughan@ahasa.asn.au.

Until next time, A plus tard’.