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WORKERS

town TALK of the

JULY - SEP VOLUME 3 EDITION 3

BLACKTOWN | SPORTS | HUBERTUS

MAKE YOUR NEXT EVENT the talk of the town...

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CONTENTS

JULY - SEPTEMBER 2016

PRESIDENT’S REPORT Hello Members,

03 REPORTS 06 DINING 10 FEATURE - EVENTS @ Fifty5 12 OKTOBERFEST HUBERTUS COUNTRY CLUB 14 DIAMOND SHOWROOM

17 CALENDAR

26 PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM 28 SPORTING BODIES REPORTS

34 WELFARE REPORT

The new outdoor area at Workers Sports is nearing completion and at the time of this report should only be a few weeks away until you get the chance to experience this area. This area is a family friendly area where family and friends can have some time out to relax and enjoy. Check out the new children’s play area which will be a special place for the kids.

35 DIRECTORY

George Vella, who came in next in the election voting was invited to join the Board. I feel confident that George will be an asset to the Board and work towards the goals we have envisaged for the Clubs future. Please make George feel welcome. I would like to welcome our new Operations Manager, Brad Woodhead. Brad is replacing Morgan Stewart who has moved on. Brad comes with plenty of Club experience and I feel sure he will do the position justice with his friendly manner and expertise.

30 MEMBERSHIP

At the AGM all the resolutions were favourably passed. The 2 year elections were finally approved and I thank the members for this. It will be voting again in 2017 and then every 2 years after that. We will still have our AGM every year where the reports will be presented and you have the opportunity to ask questions and make comments and if there are any changes to the constitution they will need to be approved by the members. On a sadder note Mark Cowgill has given up Mark’s Haircare and resigned from the Board for early retirement further up the Coast. Mark has had over 40 years at the Club and will be missed. On behalf of the Board, Management and Staff I wish him and Debbie a happy retirement.

20 FREE ENTERTAINMENT 21 PROMOTIONS

I wish to start this report by thanking all the members who took the time to vote in our recent elections for the 2016 Board of Directors. I was overwhelmed with the results and so pleased to see the whole Board re-elected. This showed that the members had confidence in our ability and vision for the Clubs future.

Congratulations to Jan Layton who had Life Membership of Workers Women’s Outdoor Bowls bestowed on her by the members for her dedication, service and hard work for over 10 years. These nominations do not come easily. Well done Jan.

FRONT COVER

A delightful new dessert that has been added to our exciting new events @ Fifty5 menu by our head chef Michael Lopez

28 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

KAY KELLY

TERRY O’LOUGHLIN

PRESIDENT

SNR VICE

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LES WINTERS JNR VICE

PRESIDENT

JIM BUCKLEY

BOB VINCENT

PAT COLLINS

GARY CALLAGHAN

JACK MILLER

GEORGE VELLA

TREASURER

DIRECTOR

The Workers Women’s Outdoor Bowls is second to none so if any members are interested in social or competition bowls give one of the committee members a call. It is a great way to meet new friends and I know you will be made very welcome. Thank you to all the ladies who made me feel so welcome at the Friendship Day. Thanks Elaine for the invite, I had fun and really enjoyed the day.

We didn’t win the first two but Ms Jhan Leach, who the Club nominated for the work that she does with Blacktown Women’s and Girl’s Health Centre and domestic violence won the “Heart of the Community” award. An extremely well deserved award. I am privileged along with my Board colleagues to be invited to our Sporting Body presentations. In May I attended the Junior Cricket where the young cricketers were applauded and presented with their various trophies on their season results. Two teams won their Grand Final. Under 14 Division 2 were Minor Premiers and Premiers whilst Under 16 Division 1 Black were Premiers. The other teams showed good sportsmanship, teamwork and had fun during the season. It was a great honour for me to present the “Maureen Mackey Memorial Trophy” on behalf of the Mackey Family. I voiced to the young cricketers that Maureen was a Director and Treasurer of the Club and my very good friend. She loved and supported all our sporting bodies and was always interested in what they did. It wouldn’t matter how many accolades I gave it wouldn’t be sufficient to describe this lady. She would be looking down feeling so proud of this trophy. The trophy was for The Best Blacktown Workers Club Junior Cricket Player. It was awarded on point’s basis. 1 point per run and 10 points per wicket or catch. It was won by Daniel Dellow. Congratulations to Daniel. I also attended the Senior Baseball presentation. The men and ladies looked superb and had a good night. Lots of trophies were given out. I was very impressed to hear how many of our players were Country, State and National representatives. You can be very proud of your achievements. How proud are we of Jacob Hansford. Jacob is a local boy living in the Blacktown area and came to the Club through the Employ an Athlete program from the NSW Institute of Sport 18 months ago. Jacob works in the coffee shop as a barista and also behind the bar. He is living his dream by being selected for the Rio Olympics starring in the 4 x 200m Men’s Freestyle Relay team. With his training, studies and work I do not know how he does it. I know we are all behind Jacob wishing him every success. Go for gold Jacob. We have a busy year in front of us as we continue to work on the Over 55’s Resort and Aged Care Facility and our Sporting Precinct of Excellence. I will keep updating you with information as it comes to hand. Make your membership work for you by joining in the activities, entertainment, promotions and many sporting facilities and groups that are available for you to access. Enjoy your time at your Club.

I attended the Clubs & Community Awards in May with fellow Directors and Staff. We were finalists in 3 categories:  Support of Amateur Sport  Environment  Heart of the Community

Keeping Smiling and be

It is part of our Club policy and our pleasure to be involved in many local community projects and charities so to be a finalist is a very rewarding achievement and all members can feel very proud. The event was hosted by Sandra Sully. What a beautiful, bubbly lady she is and she put so much fun into the presentations.

President

Kind to each other.

Kay Kelly

( Kay Kelly Presenting The Award To Daniel Dellow )

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GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT

TREASURER’S REPORT

Hello Members;

Hello Members,

I would like to congratulate the Board of Directors for their re-appointment at the recent Club election. Further congratulations are extended to Kay Kelly President, Terry O’Loughlin Senior Vice President, Les Winters Vice President and Jim Buckley Treasurer on maintaining their executive positions. I look forward to working with the Board over the coming 12 months as we proceed with our diversification model for the Club Groups’ future.

At the time of writing this report, work at the Workers Sports on the new outdoor family area is almost completed and builders are hoping for the end of July for it to be ready to open.

The Sports Club outdoor area is nearing completion and we look forward to showcasing the marvelous new facilities. With new catering options, state of the art outdoor mega screen and a brand new playground guaranteed to excite kids of all ages the Sports Club will be the place to be. The long awaited GRAND OPENING will be a hive of excitement so keep an eye out for more information.

Please see the Financial Data supplied below at the time of writing this report.

We have some of the best dining options available across our three venues. From dining with altitude, Cucina Locale to all you can eat buffets. The Workers Group has something to tantalize every taste bud. The Impressions Café at Workers Blacktown has $10-week day special which have proven popular with our members. I am proud to advise we have helped many other causes with donations exceeding $250,000 over the last year. Some of the worthy recipients include; Special Olympics Australia, Beyond Blue, Blacktown City Lantern Club, Rotary Club of Blacktown, Lalor Park Preschool, Riding for the Disabled to mention a few. In addition, we pledged $50,000 to Grace’s Place to establish a place of refuge for children devastated by homicide in memory of Anita Cobby and her parents.

The Men’s Bowling Club, with help from the Women’s Bowling Club, held the NSW Combined State High Schools Bowling Triples Championship over two days in June. A pat on the back to the bowlers (male and female) for a great achievement on holding this event. Best wishes to all the members and families for the rest of 2016.

Net Profit / (Loss) - before Tax & Community Benefit

2016 ($’000)

Workers – Blacktown

3,262

Workers – Sports

1,125

Workers – Hubertus

(264)

Overheads

2015 ($’000) 3,339 1,047 (203)

(2,271)

(2,498)

1,852

1,685

(559)

(397)

Jim Buckley JP Treasurer

Net Profit / (Loss) -before Tax & Community Benefit: Less: Community Benefit -Incl. Sponsorships: Net Profit / (Loss)

The Australian 2016 Rio Olympic Swimming Team has been selected, and one local athlete and Workers employee has got his name on the team sheet! Jacob Hansford at the young age of 20yrs is living his dream, competing in his Olympic Debut at the Rio Olympics starring in the 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay Men. I am sure Rio will hear the cheers of his fellow colleagues, members and Board all the way from Blacktown. To those members who lost loved ones my condolences.

Neale Vaughan ACCM Dip Bus, Adv Dip Bus

General Manager Chairman Blacktown Liquor Accord

-before Tax & Abnormals:

1,293

1,288

We are happy to announce the arrival of our new Group

Operations Manager Brad Woodhead who has joined our executive management team.

Brad comes to Blacktown Workers Club with a wealth of industry knowledge and is looking forward to meeting our members across all three venues.

““I am very excited to have joined the Blacktown Workers

team and I look forward to working for one of the most

recognisable and reputable Clubs in the industry. The

potential in all three Club’s under the Blacktown Workers

banner is second to none, and I hope that I can assist in

further developing these Club’s to ensure the

experience our members have is of the highest standard.

I look forward to meeting the members and guests of all

three establishments.”

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WORKERS FOOD

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WORKERS FOOD

treat dad this fathers day

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(The Jack Robinson Room)

(The Wattle Waratah Room)

Left To Right - Sharon, Donna & Karina

Meet Our Events Team!

Our years of experience guarantee the success of your event. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll listen to your requirements and our events management team will work together to surpass your expectations and impress your guests. (The Ballroom)

Events Supervisor, Donna (pictured centre) has been an integral part of the events team for over 15 years. Her wealth of experience, combined with her creative flare and passion to deliver will ensure your function is one to be remembered. A leader is only as great as the team behind her. Donna is supported by Sharon (pictured left) our Events Coordinator. Sharon has over 15 years of hospitality experience working in various positions both front and back of house. Her eye to detail and delivering high standards of service ensure the smooth running of your event.

Look no further than Events@Fifty5 for your next function.

This premium conference venue is located in the heart of Blacktown, only a 10-minute walk from the station and with plentiful onsite parking.

Both these ladies have been fundamental in delivering a professional, memorable and a joyous occasion to your function.

Whether it is a for meeting, conference or seminar, our seven function rooms can accommodate a range of set up types and boasts a capacity of up to 870. Whatever business event youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking to have, Events@Fifty5 is your perfect venue.

Donna, Sharon and the team of Events@Fifty5 welcome you to hold your next function with us. Feel free to contact us or visit the office located on level 1 at Workers Blacktown.

If you are looking to hold a wedding, reception, 18th, 21st, 50th, any monumental birthday, Christmas party - we cater for anything and everything.

Email: events@fifty5.com.au Phone: 02 9830 0673 Fax: 02 9830 0654 Or meet: 55 Campbell Street, Blacktown NSW 2148

Our function rooms have full audio and visual capabilities, including data projector and screen, wireless microphones and lecterns with built in microphones. Each room has a whiteboard and flipchart, as well as access to free Wi-Fi. Our experienced culinary team is handpicked to ensure that our food quality and service are second to none. We offer a range of catering options from light refreshments to working lunches or all-inclusive packages.

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(The Marana Room)

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Oktoberfest 2016

will be bigger and better!

Save the dates - Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 October. Last year we held our first Oktoberfest at Workers Hubertus Country Club over the October long weekend with 3 days of non-stop celebrations. Inspired by our love of the traditional Bavarian festival and great beer, Workers Hubertus Oktoberfest featured make shift beer halls, authentic German food stalls, entertaining performers, fun filled rides, face painting and live music. Something for everyone! The Workers Group are immensely proud to be able to hold this illustrious event again in 2016! Keeping with traditional authentic German cuisine, there will be an array to taste, including freshly cooked pork knuckle, sauerkraut, bratwurst and so much more.

We are kick starting the festivities with one of Sydney’s favourite covers band, The Bandits on Friday 30 September. The Bandits bring to life all the fun and excitement of the best loved hits of the last five decades the perfect way to launch a long weekend jam packed full of festivities. On Saturday we officially start our German celebrations from 10am. Experience the best of the German Folk Dancing Group with the traditional and some cheeky adaptions. The Tirolean Band will keep the festivities going with their music till late evening. The kids will love the range of rides and activities guaranteed to keep them entertained for hours. Stalls have always been a big part of Oktoberfest and being the community club we are, we gladly invite locals and their businesses to showcase their craft. To make an enquiry about having a stall at Oktoberfest 2016, please contact Brett Lane on (02) 4773 4444.

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So raise your steins, for the love of beer and all things German, it’s time to dust those dirndls off and join in the Oktoberfest festivities. You know you’ll have a foot-tapping, thigh-slapping good time!

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july entertainment

SATURDAY 02 july 8.00PM tickets $45.00 each

august entertainment

SATURDAY 09 july 8.00PM MEMBERS $8.00 | VISITORS $12.00

SATURDAY 06 August 8.00PM MEMBERS $8.00 | VISITORS $12.00

r a l u c a t c Spe

SATURDAY 20 august 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50

FILIPINO

WITH BRIAN LORENZ

SATURDAY 16 july 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50

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SATURDAY 30 july 8.00PM MEMBERS $10.00 | VISITORS $15.00

ALL SHOWS ARE OVER 18 EVENTS UNLESS SPECIFIED. TICKETS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ONLINE AT WWW.WORKERSCLUB.COM.AU, AT OUR WELCOME DESK OR BY CALLING 9830 0600

SATURDAY 27 august 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50

Coming soon | oct 08

ALL SHOWS ARE OVER 18 EVENTS UNLESS SPECIFIED. TICKETS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ONLINE AT WWW.WORKERSCLUB.COM.AU, AT OUR WELCOME DESK OR BY CALLING 9830 0600

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2016

Jul

september entertainment

Workers Blacktown Workers Sports Workers Hubertus MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

WEDNESDAY 13TH JUL

BOOK NOW!

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 5pm Raffle 6pm Meat Raffle 7pm Quizzame

Australia’s favourite 80’s show is BACK! Playing the huge pop hits of the 80’s along with BACK TO THE 80’S famous VIDEO SHOW playing all the original video clips to every song!

Plus our beautiful Back to the 80’s dancing girls!

SATURDAY 03 sept 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50

SATURDAY 10 sept 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50

11am & 7.30pm Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker

SATURDAY 17 sept 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50

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SATURDAY 24 sept 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50

ALL SHOWS ARE OVER 18 EVENTS UNLESS SPECIFIED. TICKETS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ONLINE AT WWW.WORKERSCLUB.COM.AU, AT OUR WELCOME DESK OR BY CALLING 9830 0600

SATURDAY

11am & 7.30pm Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker

11am Shoppers Bingo 5pm CASH BONANZA

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 7.30pm Trivia

11am Shoppers Bingo 5pm CASH BONANZA

10.30am SCHOOL HOILDAY SHOW THE WIZARD OF OZ 11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 7.30pm Trivia STATE OF ORIGIN 3

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 7.30pm Trivia

11am CHAMPAGNE WEDNESDAY 11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 7pm BIRTHDAY DRAW 7.30pm Trivia

Key - Workers Blacktown | Workers Sports | Workers Hubertus

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 5pm Raffle 6pm Meat Raffle 7pm Quizzame

11am Shoppers Bingo 5pm CASH BONANZA

11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame

14 11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame 7.30pm QUDOS BANK ARENA DRAW

21 11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame 7.30pm DARE TO DREAM

SUNDAY

12pm Raffle 8PM JOHN WATERS LENNON THROUGH A GLASS ONION 8.30pm FREE ENT CHRIS DRUMMOND DUO 9.30pm FREE ENT THE PINK CHEVY’S

2 12pm Raffle 8pm KINGS & QUEENS A ROYAL ROCK TRIBUTE 8.30pm FREE ENT PARTNERS IN RHYME DUO 9.30pm FREE ENT OXYGEN BAND

12pm Raffle 7.30pm FREE ENT 11am Super 8pm Shoppers Bingo THE EAGLES SHOW5pm Raffle HEART OF THE MATTER 6pm Meat Raffle 8.30pm FREE ENT 7pm Quizzame CHRIS DRUMMOND DUO 9.30pm FREE ENT URBAN STONE

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 5pm Raffle 6pm Meat Raffle 7pm Quizzame

12pm Raffle 8.30pm FREE ENT DIAMOND RYTHM DUO 9.30pm FREE ENT M7 BAND

23 12pm Raffle 8pm DIAMOND SPECTACULAR 8.30pm FREE ENT KAFEKOOL 9.30pm FREE ENT SIMPLY RED TRIBUTE SHOW

12.30pm Raffle 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Pro Series Poker

12pm UFC 200 12.30pm Raffle 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Pro Series Poker

12.30pm Raffle 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Pro Series Poker

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2016

Sep

Workers Blacktown Workers Sports Workers Hubertus MONDAY

11am & 7.30pm Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker

11am Shoppers Bingo 5pm CASH BONANZA

11am & 7.30pm Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker

11am Shoppers Bingo 5pm CASH BONANZA

11am & 7.30pm Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 7.30pm Trivia

11am & 7.30pm Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker

WEDNESDAY

11am Shoppers Bingo 5pm CASH BONANZA

Workers Blacktown Workers Sports Workers Hubertus

TUESDAY

11am & 7.30pm Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker

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2016

Aug

THURSDAY

11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 7.30pm Trivia

24 11am CHAMPAGNE WEDNESDAY 11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 7pm BIRTHDAY DRAW 7.30pm Trivia

FRIDAY

11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame

11 11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame 7.30pm WESTERN SYDNEY WANDERERS DRAW

18 11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame 7.30pm DARE TO DREAM

SATURDAY

RIO OLYMPICS START 11am Super Shoppers Bingo 5pm Raffle 6pm Meat Raffle 7pm Quizzame

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 5pm Raffle 6pm Meat Raffle 7pm Quizzame

SUNDAY

12pm Raffle 7.30pm FREE ENT 8pm MICHAEL JACKSON & PRINCE SHOW 8.30pm FREE ENT THE ROCKIN’ MUSTANGS 9.30pm FREE ENT THE BANDITS

MONDAY

12pm Raffle 8pm QUARTER CENTURY NIGHT 8.30pm FREE ENT DIAMOND RYTHM DUO 9.30pm FREE ENT THE PINK CHEVY’S

12.30pm MONKEY MONEY 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Pro Series Poker

11am Super 12pm Raffle RIO OLYMPICS END Shoppers Bingo 8pm THE WHISPERING 12.30pm Raffle 5pm Raffle JACK SHOW 2pm 6pm Meat Raffle 8.30pm FREE ENT Pro Series Poker 7pm Quizzame MATCHBOX BAND 5pm 9.30pm FREE ENT Pro Series Poker CONFETTI BAND

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 5pm Raffle 6pm Meat Raffle 7pm Quizzame

20 12pm Raffle 7.30pm FREE ENT 8pm FILIPINO SPECTACULAR 8.30pm CHRIS DRUMMOND DUO 9.30pm FREE ENT NEON NIGHTS

WEDNESDAY

12.30pm Raffle 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Pro Series Poker

TUESDAY

12.30pm Raffle 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Pro Series Poker

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 5pm Raffle 6pm Meat Raffle 7pm Quizzame

11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame

11am & 7.30pm Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker

11am Shoppers Bingo 5pm CASH BONANZA

11am & 7.30pm Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 7.30pm Trivia

11am Shoppers Bingo 5pm CASH BONANZA

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 7.30pm Trivia

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker

21 11am CHAMPAGNE WEDNESDAY 11am Super Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker 7pm BIRTHDAY DRAW 7.30pm Trivia

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 5pm Raffle 6pm Meat Raffle 7pm Quizzame

11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame

SATURDAY

11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame

15 11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame 7.30pm QUDOS BANK ARENA DRAW

22 11am Pantry Raffle Learning Links Cash Housie 7pm Quizzame 7.30pm DARE TO DREAM

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 5pm Raffle 6pm Meat Raffle 7pm Quizzame

SUNDAY

12pm Raffle 7.30pm FREE ENT 8pm LIONEL RICHIE & DIANA ROSS SHOW 8.30pm FREE ENT TAKE A HIT 9.30pm FREE ENT THE BANDITS

FATHERS DAY 12.30pm Raffle 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Pro Series Poker

12pm Raffle 8pm BACK TO THE 80’S SHOW 8.30pm FREE ENT SOUNDBIRD 9.30pm FREE ENT OXYGEN BAND

12.30pm Raffle 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Pro Series Poker

12pm Raffle 7.30pm FREE ENT 8pm CAN’T STOP THE MUSIC 8.30pm FREE ENT CHRIS DRUMMOND DUO 9.30pm FREE ENT THE PINK CHEVEY’S

12.30pm Raffle 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Pro Series Poker

12pm Raffle 8pm GREASE & HAIRSPRAY 8.30pm FREE ENT DIAMOND RHYTHM DUO 9.30pm FREE ENT ALL ACCESS 80’S ROCK TRIBUTE SHOW

12.30pm Raffle 2pm Pro Series Poker 5pm Pro Series Poker

11am Super Shoppers Bingo 5pm Raffle 6pm Meat Raffle 7pm Quizzame 8.30pm FREE ENT THE BANDITS

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Free entertainment JULY

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

Workers Blacktown

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Sat 2nd Chris Drummond Duo

Sat 6th The Rockin’ Mustangs

Sat 3rd Take a Hit

Sat 9th Partners in Rhyme Duo

Sat 13th Diamond Rhythm Duo

Sat 10th Soundbird

Sat 16th Chris Drummond Duo

Sat 20th Matchbox Band

Sat 17th Chris Drummond Duo

Sat 23rd Diamond Rhythm Duo

Sat 27th Chris Drummond Duo

Sat 24th Diamond Rhythm Duo

Workers Sports

From 9.30pm

Sat 2nd The Pink Chevy’s

Sat 6th The Bandits

Sat 3rd The Bandits

Sat 9th Oxygen Band

Sat 13th The Pink Chevy’s

Sat 10th Oxygen Band

Sat 16th Urban Stone

Sat 20th Confetti Band

Sat 17th The Pink Chevy’s

Sat 23rd M7 Band

Sat 27th Neon Nights

Sat 24th All Access 80’s Rock Tribute Show

from 8.30pm

Sat 30th Kafekool

Sat 30th Picture Book Simply Red Tribute Show

Free entertainment is subject to change without notice.

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THURSDAYS - WORKERS SPORTS FRIDAYS - WORKERS BLACKTOWN

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AUTHORISED UNDER NSW PERMIT NUMBER LTPM/16/00610

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PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM

8834 7300

If you would like to join the Workers Club Groups Partnership Program please contact the Marketing dept on 9830 0600

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SPORTING BODIES REPORTS 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

9674 6479

Over 60’S Social Bowls

Lyn Shortland

0421 510 635

Mens Outdoor Bowls

Jim Mary

0418 437 777

Womans Outdoors Bowls

Jackie Henson

0414 248 513

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

0415 861 724

Mens Golf Club

John Grayling

0415 803 617

Ladies Golf Club

Marie Tonissoo

9622 3032

Intra Club Sports

Trent

0411 965 466

Netabll

Tabitha Paniona

0429 233 660

Rugby League Club

Lisa Ida

0419 602 575

Small Boats Club

Darren Mcintosh

0410 012 647

Soccer

Brett Fielfing

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

6322 8439

Pistol Club

Max Turner

0402 089 190

Model Boats Club

Pater Strandman

0451 978 444

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

THE MEN’S OUTDOOR BOWLING CLUB This year we put in five pennant teams with one of our teams playing in the Metro one this is a new format for 2016, the competition at this level is very strong. Our no 3 team are doing well and still in with a chance but the other three teams are struggling, but they are all doing their best and we have to thank all the players for participating. On Anzac Day we put on a special mixed game of bowls, 48 players turned up for a fun day. In June our club is having a combined high school tournament; some of the players come from all parts of the State to play in this game. We also have bare foot bowls at our club any organisation or party can book the greens for a night or day to play barefoot bowls.

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( BAREFOOT BOWLS )

BWC Euchre - Meet each Monday for further details please contact Ann Buckman on 0410 312 687 SMALL BOATS CLUB

SENIOR CRICKET CLUB

During the winter months a lot of people cover up their boats until the warmer seasons. But not us, it’s still full steam ahead. Our fishing comp closes in October so it vital to grab all points on offer & possibly be immortalised on our perpetual trophy’s. Recent years have shown fish stocks on the improve with the backing off from commercial pressure. Big fish are out there in numbers. So rip the cover of your boat it’s the best lifestyle investment you ever made. Break away from your TV & Internet, get on the water & get a Fish In Da Net. Need more incentive? Then join us we’re always looking for new friends to share our adventures. Check out or website www.smallboatsrecreation.com or email smallboats@optusnet.com.au for more details.

The Senior Cricket Club are currently accepting registrations for the 2016/17 season on-line and are expecting it to be a great season. The club is now operating under a new committee headed by Jim Fielder as President. The newly elected committee has a vast pool of knowledge and experience and are excited about moving the club forward. There are many new initiatives and ideas that the club will be implementing over the coming months. We will be working closely with the junior cricket club to assist in developing young cricketers. We will also be focusing on developing players of all ages and abilities, including the veterans of the game. To register or find out what’s happening at the club go to www.bwscc.nsw.cricket.com.au for details. See you at the wicket.

Darren McIntosh Club Secretary Small Boat & Recreation Club Inc Email smallboats@optusnet.com.au

JUNIOR CRICKET CLUB The Junior Cricket club recently held an extremely successful 2015/16 season presentation ceremony, a fitting end to a great season. A new award was added to this year’s presentation – The Maureen Mackey Memorial Award. To present this award Kay Kelly gave an emotional insight into the person behind the name, the late Maureen Mackey. The award goes to a junior player with the highest achievement playing for BWSCC in the senior competition, which this year was Daniel Dellow. This season we had 2 teams crowned as premiers, the U14/2’s and the U16/1’s (4th premiership in a row). The junior club is currently accepting registrations for the 2016/17 season on-line. To register and be part of this winning club or to find out what programs are offered, go to www.bwjcc.nsw. cricket.com.au for details. Regards, Rosslyn Peschke 0402656325

BWC Darts - Play each Friday night, all welcome. Register your name before 8pm to play. for further details please contact Mary Wootton 0406 805 093

VOLKSTANGRUPPE It is now time for us to start practicing our routines and learning some new dances for the up coming Oktoberfests. We have had our first performance for the year which was at the Mayfest which was held at the Workers Hubertus Country Club. We were well received and we all enjoyed the dancing of course the busy time is coming up and we need to polish our shoes and bring out our Lederhosen and Dirndls. Hope to see a lot of people at the Oktoberfest and enjoy all the festivities. We will let you know how it all went in the next report. Thank you Bettina Poetsch

President Workers Hubertus Volkstanzgruppe

MENS GOLF CLUB As we progress into the winter season we have seen a number of major events / trophies contested and won. The first major event, the Cock of the Walk, was won by Geoff Bell. Our congratulations are extended to both Geoff Bell and Shaun Fulton for playing great golf to reach the final. Another prized event, the Neale Vaughan Trophy, was won by Bill Wakim and Jason Bovis who scored 47 points and won the event in a count back over 3 other teams. The George Owler trophy, a two man knock out competition is currently being contested and the final to be played at Richmond on 5 June 2016. The finalists are a set of brothers – Geoff and Ron Bell playing against Rick and Craig Pender. Another recently completed event was the Merv Pell, an interclub challenge held at Campbelltown Golf Course, held on 1 May and the Men’s Golf Club once again finished third. The next two major events to be held are:

•Single Championships – to be contested in July and August and

DEEP SEA FISHING CLUB

•Foursomes Championships – scheduled for mid to late September

Due to bad weather February & March fishing trips were cancelled. April’s trip was enjoyed by 12 people. Sam Sundar was “Fisho of the Month” with 5.4kgs. An additional trip was undertaken on 2 May, 12 fishermen went with Vince Abella catching the most fish 3.7kgs followed by John Attard 3.6kgs and Sam Sundar 3.5kgs. Future trips planned will be 16 July, 20 August, and 17 September 2016. Members of Blacktown Workers Club are welcome to join our Fishing Club, should you require further information you can contact John Attard 0415861724, Danny Wan 0414621616 or Colin Gardiner 0414356181. This club meets every Friday 4.30pm to 6.00pm in the Jack McNamara Lounge, where we conduct a weekly seafood raffle. Come along for some great fishing. Colin Gardiner.

In between these two major events, the Len Hall memorial trophy will be held on 4 September. For any membership or general enquiries please contact John Grayling on 0415 803 617

BASEBALL We have had a very successful season Our U/12-3 & U/16 Red teams were Premiers. Our Women’s & State League 1st Grade teams each finished 3rd. We had 14 players selected for the Australian Baseball League. 8 players participated in the U/18’s National Championships. 5 players participated in the U/16’s National Championships. 2 players participated in the U/15’s Girls National Championships. 10 players participated in the Women’s National Championships. 4 players selected in the Women’s Australian Team. 1 player selected in the Men’s World Baseball Classic Team. 4 players selected into the Hills Senior League U/16’s Team. 2 players selected for a Sports Diplomacy Project for AntiDomestic Violence & Mentoring Women & Girls in Indonesia.

Yours in Golf Bill Wakim, Publicity Officer

WOMANS BOWLING CLUB

Playing WEDNESDAY SOCIAL INDOOR BOWLS, you’ll enjoy an exciting game in air-conditioned INDOOR BOWLS comfort. Visitors are very welcome to Playing WEDNESDAY come on any of our bowlsSOCIAL days, INDOOR BOWLS, you’ll enjoy an exciting game in air-conditioned comfort. aretovery welcome to come on any of our bowls days, you just have to turn up on the third floor (level 3b) of the main club youVisitors just have turn up on the Campbell thirdinfloor (levelSt. 3b) of the main have a problem getting to the BWC then you may get a No 721 bus from Stand No 7 at the Blacktown Railway Bus clubIfinyou Campbell St. Interchange, whichgetting also stops If you have a problem to at Westpoint Bus Interchange (bus stop No 8) on its way to the Workers Club. It leaves on the hour hour you withmay the first the every BWC then get aone Noleaving at 8am. to register 721 Arrive bus from Stand for No play 7 at by the9.45am. All we ask is that you wear flat soled shoes, preferably bowls shoes or similar. To play bowls, you do not need to bring a partner with you, as we draw registered names by number to determine who plays with Blacktown Railway Bus whom. Interchange, which also stops Hope to seeBus you Interchange here soon. Bye for now. at Westpoint (bus stop No 8) on its way to the For more information phone Bill 9671 1894 or Sylvia 0402 810 955. Workers Club. It leaves on the hour every hour with the first one leaving at 8am. Arrive to register for play by 9.45am. All we ask is that you wear flat soled shoes, preferably

We have had a lot of things happening in our club this year. We have had a Friendship day that was a lovely day with everyone enjoying a game of bowls with friends and a nice lunch. The No1 Pennant team won the flag this year, and we had a flag unfurling with the ladies from Mitchell District coming to present the flag to the Winners. Don’t forget our AGM on The First Friday in July, nominations are due now if we don’t get a committee we don’t have a club. We have three teams going up to the State in May, good luck to all teams. Publicity officer Audrey Schultz

( WINNERS SENIOR FOURS 2016 )

( DISTRICT FOURS WINNERS 2016 )

( LIFE MEMBER )

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