THE COMMODORE’S DINNER

THE LAST WALTZ On Saturday 17 September over 85 members and guests came together to celebrate the past seven years of Jacqueline Heffernan, as firstly a Flag Officer and then Commodore of the Club. The ‘Last Waltz’ is a nod to her wonderful contribution to the Club as a highly regarded Flag Officer and we wish her well in her new role as a Board Member. A number of special guests were in attendance including Club President Dominic Rinaldi and his wife Gianna, Board Member Mark Hutton with wife Joy, Past President Chris Wood with wife Gina, two Flag Officers - Vice Commodore Nick Bice and Rear Commodore Jeff Dinham, Life Member Geoff Catt with wife Mavis, Life Member Andrew Saies with wife Susan and Barbara Page, wife of the late past Commodore, Club President and Life Member Peter Page. The entertainment for the evening was well known artist, John O’Dea, who gave us light music during pre-dinner drinks. Following a delightful entrée we welcomed the ‘Forestays’ who made their stage debut last year, members Inese Lainis and Anne-Marie Meegan. They performed several beautiful orchestral pieces and received a richly deserved round of applause. After the delicious main was served the more formal part of the evening proceeded. The MC introduced Geoff Catt who spoke eloquently about the outgoing Commodore and the enormous contribution she has made to the Club over the last seven years. The President also contributed to the accolades and invited the Commodore to speak. Jacq spoke, as always from her heart, about the Club and expressed she was looking forward to the next phase of her Club life as a Board Member. At the conclusion of the formalities the President thanked Jacq and presented her with flowers. The Commodore and her husband Marty Heffernan commenced their last waltz with members and guests joining them on the dance floor. John O’Dea stepped up the music and a delectable dessert was served to round off the meal. It was a wonderful, memorable evening and I am sure the Commodore, members and guests enjoyed the night. A big thank you to the hospitality team for their contribution and brilliant service, as always.

Rosemary Gould Inese, Jacq and Anne-Marie

CRABBING DAY SUNDAY 26 FEBRUARY 2023

Come along to the Fishing Association’s famous crab, catch & cook day. Head out for a fun day on the water then back to shore for the feast! For more information visit our events calendar at: cycsa.com.au