Colours News March 2014

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MARCH 2014 IN THIS ISSUE • Celebrate the Army Dinner • Connoisseur Cigar and Single Malt Dinner • Prawns and Savvy B in the Garden • ANZAC Day • R.A.A.F Dining In Night • Fathers and Daughters Dinner • Mother’s Day • Penfolds Dinner

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From The President Dear Members, Welcome back to the Club for 2014.

I hope 2014 proves a healthy and prosperous year for members and look forward to your attendance at the club in coming months.

Your Board is excited to be delivering a number of new initiatives in 2014 which will enhance your membership.

Work on replacing all paved surfaces to the Club grounds commenced at the end of January. I thank the membership for supporting the project.

A comprehensive Member Survey is being promulgated to members which is intended to be a cornerstone in the preparation by the Board of a Strategic Plan for the Club for the next five years.

Flightpath Architects Pty Ltd have been commissioned to prepare a comprehensive Conservation Management Plan for the Club with the aim of identifying works that are required to protect or maintain the heritage components of the site including estimated costing and to enable the Club to establish a Trust for tax deductible funds through the National Trust of South Australia.

I am pleased to record the great success of a number of recent Club functions - two highlights being the return to our social calendar of the Battle of Trafalgar Dinner on 26 October which was booked out and the ever popular Melbourne Cup Luncheon which was attended by over 120 members and guests.

Attendance at our monthly wine lunches has increased significantly with several towards the end of 2013 also booked out. We can look forward to Mollydooker wines in March and Greenock Creek in April.

Club Directory A mid-year finance briefing will be held for members on 11 March 2014 at 1130am in the Imperial Room. All members are welcome to attend.

I take this opportunity to commend to all members our annual Celebrate the Australian Army Dinner on 1 March. This dinner is open to all club members who are encouraged to bring along guests to join current and former serving members of the Australian Army in celebrating within a traditional Army Mess format.

I hope to see many of you patronising our Club and enjoying functions and a dining experience with family and friends that only your Club can offer.

‘Pro Aris Et Focis’

THE NAVAL, MILITARY & AIR FORCE CLUB OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA 111 Hutt Street, Adelaide SA 5000.

Telephone: 08 8223 2422 Fax: 08 8232 3082 Email: memberservices@navmil.org Web: www.navmil.org President MAJ Marc Ockenden RFD Vice-President Mr Michael Willson AM KSJ Board CAPT Geoffrey Walsh JP BRIG Robert Atkinson AM RFD LEUT Michael Manetta RANR LTCOL Peter Neuhaus (Rtd) Mr Doug Strain FLTLT Alex Cave CAPT Mark Williams General Manager Mr Stephen Diamond DINING ROOM

Major Marc Ockenden RFD (Rtd) President

Lunch Tuesday to Friday 12.00pm-2.00pm Dinner Tuesday to Saturday 6.00pm-8.00pm MEMBERS BAR Lunch Monday to Friday 12.00pm – 2.00pm Dinner Tuesday to Saturday 6.00pm – 8.00pm Beverages Monday to Friday 10.30am – Close Saturday 5.00pm – Late ACCOMMODATION CHARGES Includes continental breakfast.

All bedrooms are non-smoking.

Prices include GST. Members Single $65pn Twin with bathroom $135pn Double with bathroom $135pn When booked in conjunction with Club Events a 20% discount applies.

Reciprocal Members & Guests Single $65pn Twin with bathroom $150pn Double with bathroom $150pn

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Featured Events

CLUB EVENTS CONTENTS

In This Issue 1

FEATURED ARTICLES: Visit to Reciprocal Clubs in Melbourne

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The Penn Club

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Sail away with the CYCSA Marine Academy

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CLUB EVENTS

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CALENDAR 10 CLUB HISTORY

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MEMBERS NOTICES

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CONVENOR GROUPS & REPORTS

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RECIPROCAL CLUBS

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St Georges Day Dinner

Mother’s Day Lunch

Come celebrate the Feast of St George this year at the club and show everyone else how the English do it (not that it’s a competition with St Patricks day of course – and not that you have to be English to attend). See Page 09 for more.

Why not spoil your Mother on this special day and have her indulge in the excellent food and service the Club offers at this very popular annual Luncheon. See Page 14 for more.

Schnitty and Quiz Night

Penfolds Dinner

We have transformed our traditional quiz night with a more casual approach, offering guests chicken or beef schnitzels with a selection of toppings or sauce as the prelude for our annual quiz night.

See Page 16 for more.

Enjoy a selection of Penfolds wines including a taste of Grange matched by our Club Chef. See Page 16 for more.

Front Cover: Andrew and Kate Jeffery at the Fathers and Daughters Dinner 2013

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GENERAL MANAGER

From The General Manager

What’s New At The Club?

Welcome back to the first edition of Colours for 2014. I hope members and their families had an enjoyable Christmas and New Year.

Over the break, the Club conducted a number of works including steam cleaning carpets, painting in the kitchen, a variety of repair work and we prepared for the car park resurfacing project.

The project commenced on 29 January and should finish by 7 February. So it is potentially completed or almost completed by the time Colours reaches members.

Staff After 10 years of service with the Club, Sharon Allen has tendered her resignation to pursue other interests and opportunities. In 2013 Sharon completed a Bachelors Degree in Behavioural Science and Sharon will be utilising her skills in a new career direction commencing with youth work. We all wish her very well in her new career. Sharon’s helpfulness and knowledge of the Club and its members will be sorely missed by all of us.

Tegan Adamson has headed off overseas for up to six months. I know members join me in wishing her a wonderful overseas trip and a safe return back to the Club later in the year.

Recent new staff members include Kate, Laura, Chui-ki and Andre.

Awards The 2013 Staff Awards were presented by the President on 18 December 2013. The award winners for 2013 were as follows:

CUSTOMER SERVICE

PRODUCTIVITY

Front of House

Sandra Skedgewell

Mark Donnelly

Kitchen

Edrick Ragas

Vinay Kamath

Administration

Kerri-Anne Smith

Trina Spilsbury Sharon Allen

Sandra Skedgewell

I wish to acknowledge the efforts of all staff in making 2013 a success and encourage members to congratulate the staff when you next see them. The Staff Gratuity Fund payments were made on 23 December 2013 in recognition of their work over the year and I thank members for their generosity in contributing to the trust fund.

Stephen Diamond General Manager E: stephen.diamond@navmil.org

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Car park resurfacing project.

On Thursday 10 October 2013 the golf group of our Club descended on Melbourne Savage Club for the annual golf event.

The Melbourne Savage Club was formed in 1894. Located in Bank Place Melbourne its entrance is a discreet red door in a lane way opposite a vibrant pub. It’s an exclusive club will 550 members. Previous members included Sir Robert Menzies who was President of the Club from 1947 to 1962.

Professor Geoffrey Blainey held the chair from 1991 to 1994. The current President is Hon Judge Michael Kelly.

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VISIT TO RECIPROCAL CLUBS IN MELBOURNE

The tour commenced in the traditional way with dinner at the Savage club. On this occasion the President MAJ Marc Ockenden and the Club’s General Manager Stephen Diamond attended the dinner as part of a tour of reciprocal clubs in Melbourne involving the RACV, Kelvin Club and the Melbourne Savage Club.

The club is beautifully fitted out with traditional private club décor and memorabilia. Complete with shrunken heads, spears, shields, an elephants foot and many artworks.

It is a fascinating club to visit and to dine in. We were very well looked after by Club Secretary Mr Richard Elvidge who took us on a tour of the club. The dinner was excellent and so was the service. The Melbourne Savage Club is a great place for members to visit when next in Melbourne.

Whilst in Melbourne we stayed at the RACV Club.

The RACV is a huge club with 30,000 members.

Accommodation standards are very high and so are the facilities. We were provided with a tour by Club Manager Mark Lucas and we met with Club and Resort Committee Chair Netta Griffin. I am not sure that I could recall all of the facilities but here goes: squash court, gym, pool, wine bar, formal dining, informal dining, general bar, function rooms, library, wine tasting room, extensive billiards room, cinema room, sports bar, extensive parking, spa/massage, coffee shop, outdoor lunch rooms. With a grand piano in the foyer to entertain members, the RACV is a vibrant and modern style of club.

Savage Club

RACV Club

Our final destination on the tour was the Kelvin club where we met with the club secretary Mr John Lanica, Vice President John Dall’Amico and committee member Jim Colbert for lunch.

The Kelvin Club is another small private club tucked away in a lane in Melbourne. It has a lovely front bar, billiards room and dining rooms. The SAS have used the club as a base for many years and so it has strong military ties to our club. The food was excellent and we were made to feel most welcome.

In all it was an important trip to meet with reciprocal club management and exchange information about how our respective clubs are going. Several of them are considering a trip to Adelaide and we look forward to seeing them here at our Club and returning the hospitality.

Stephen Diamond General Manager

Kelvin Club

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RECIPROCAL CLUB VISIT THE PENN CLUB NEW YORK The Penn Club is most centrally located in New York City, 44th St, near 5th Avenue. On the same street are a number of other prestigious Clubs, including the New York Yacht Club across the road.

Entering the Club you become part of the elegance and sophistication of New York of yesteryear, but all services are efficient and modern (quick registration and check-out, WiFi in your rooms, smart casual dress standards, great gym facilities, and most comfortable dining and lounge facilities). The bed was the most comfortable I have ever slept on. All suites have en-suite facilities, bar fridge, modern large TV etc.

The origins of the Club are the graduates of the Penn State University who reside in NYC. Being an Ivy League Uni, the list of alumni is exceptional, and this is reflected in photos and painting throughout the Clubhouse, and the generous gifts made to the Club over the years. The Club occupies a 13 story building, and has around 40 guests suites. Concierge and registration desk is manned 24 hours.

Generally NYC is not a cheap city for accommodation, although advanced bookings can during quieter times save a lot. However, the Penn Club has fixed tariffs which are most competitive with the grander hotels, even when the ‘introduced guest’ fee is added for members of reciprocal clubs. Considering its location in Midtown and close proximity to major attractions and the subway (there are also always taxis available at the door), this venue is a MUST STAY on your next trip to NYC. Don Will

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This year the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia’s marine training centre (CYCSA Marine Academy) became SA’s first and only Royal Yachting Association / Yachting Australia accredited training centre.

What this means is we can provide internationally recognised courses and qualifications, including RYA/YA Competent Crew, Day Skipper and the International Certificate of Competence (a requirement for overseas yacht chartering). RYA qualifications are regarded as the pinnacle of yachting achievement, but there’s a broad range of courses suitable for beginners as well!

Are you interested in chartering a yacht overseas?

If you are considering chartering a yacht overseas for a sailing holiday then the International Certificate of Competence (ICC) is a must. It’s essentially a ‘bareboat charter license’ that is increasingly being requested by charter companies as evidence of yachting competence.

While the requirements vary from country to country, the ICC is recognised to a greater or lesser extent throughout the European Union. It is of particular importance if you are chartering a vessel in a foreign country, or using the European inland waterways.

In northern European coastal waters, the ICC is not usually required. However, there are variations meaning that you should always check what is acceptable in foreign states before you go.

To gain an ICC you will need to prove your competence by completing a practical and theory assessment for the category of ICC required.

Categories include Coastal Waters, Inland Waters, Powerboats, Sailing boats and Personal Watercraft.

You can take the test with one of our instructors, on our 11.6m training vessel Academy 1 or your own boat, and the cost is $400.

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SAIL AWAY WITH THE CYCSA MARINE ACADEMY

Experience the fun and adventure of Twilight Sailing Twilight Sailing which is the ultimate way to get a taste of what the sport has to offer in a fun and social setting. The experience is perfect as a gift, for staff and customer rewards, team building, social functions or special occasions… so why not book a sail and jump aboard with our Yachtmaster Instructor for an evening of relaxed sailing or fast, exciting yacht racing aboard our training yacht Academy 1!

Twilight Sailing is available on Wednesdays from October to March each year, and our training yacht Academy 1 can take up to 8 guests onboard. Cost starts at $650 for a group of up to 8 people. Options include cruising, racing, drinks and a gourmet buffet dinner after the race. There’s no better way to soak up the Club atmosphere and camaraderie, and you may even have won a prize in the race!

Want to find out more info about Twilight Sailing and CYCSA? If you would like to learn more about developing your sailing skills or arranging a Twilight Sailing experience, please contact the CYCSA Marine Academy on 8248 4222 (ask for Laura) or check out the website: www.marineacademy.com.au

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CLUB EVENTS

CLUB EVENTS

Veterans Luncheon Wednesday 19th February 2014

Music Recital Night – Saxophone Quartet Saturday 22nd February 2014

Summer High Tea Thursday 27th February 2014

Veterans Luncheon

Summer High Tea

Wednesday 19th February 2014

Thursday 27th February 2014

Veterans who served their country are encouraged to attend this special event.

This luncheon is the ideal opportunity for veterans to showcase the strong sense of camaraderie and community spirit that is an integral part of the Club’s ethos. Members are encouraged to bring partners to this event.

The Club is farewelling Summer with a high tea. Join other members and enjoy champagne, scrumptious delights and of course the crowning delight “Tea” (and coffee too). This event is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow members and a great first event for New Members.

Time: 1200 for 1230 Dress: Mess Dress/Jacket and Tie Cost: $45.00 for table d’ hote which includes a glass of Club wine Bookings Close: Monday 17th February 2014

Time: 1500-1630 Dress: Jacket and Tie Cost: $32.50 Bookings Close: Tuesday 25th February 2014

Military History – Presentation on book “There and back – a history of the 27th Battalion” Thursday 27th February 2014

Riesling Master Class Friday 28th February 2014

Celebrate the Army Dinner Saturday 1st March 2014

Wine Luncheon – Mollydooker Wednesday 12th March 2014

Connoisseur Cigar and Single Malt Dinner

Music Recital Night – Saxophone Quartet

Friday 14th March 2014

Saturday 22nd February 2014

Prawns and Savvy B in the Garden

Enjoy music from a saxophone quartet from the Conservatorium of Music.

Saturday 15th March 2014

Time: 1700 Drinks in the Bar – no booking required 1800 Recital – bookings essential Tickets $16.50 1900 Dining (Dining Room or Bar) – bookings preferred but not essential Dress: Jacket & Tie

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Military History – Presentation on book “There and back – a history of the 27th Battalion” Thursday 27th February 2014 Claire Wood and Paul Skrebels are authors of this book, which tells the story of the 27th Battalion, a SA infantry battalion with links to the current day 10/27 RSAR. Further synopsis details from Paul Skrebels maybe 22nd or 23rd August.

Time: 1800 Lecture

1915 Dinner Dress: Jacket and Tie Cost: $12.00 Lecture only $45.00 Lecture and 2 course dinner including beverages Bookings Close: Tuesday 25th February 2014

Friday 28th February 2014 “The great Rieslings of the world, new and old”, featuring a current and an aged version of Rieslings from classic Riesling areas.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Jacket & Tie Cost: $35.00 includes wines and guest winemaker Bookings Close: Wednesday 26th February 2014

Wine Luncheon – Mollydooker

Connoisseur Cigar and Single Malt Dinner

Wednesday 12th March 2014

Friday 14th March 2014

Mollydooker is an affectionate Aussie term for Left-Hander - because both Sarah and Sparky Marquis – the husband and wife winemaking team based in McLaren Vale Australia - are both lefties!

Our annual black tie cigar and single malt dinner is upon us again. Join fellow cigar connoisseurs for fine food, top end single malt whisky and the enjoyment of a cigar.

Besides being left-handed, Sarah & Sparky are some of the most decorated winemakers in the world.

They have received more 94-99 point scores from Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate than other winemakers in the world. They have been awarded with five 99-point scores in the last 10 years.

Celebrate the Army Dinner Saturday 1st March 2014 On March 1, 1901, 28923 colonial soldiers – comprising permanent members, militia and volunteers, were transferred to the new Australian Army. This year the Army celebrates 113 years of service to the nation.

This annual Club dinner allows members to reflect on the dedicated service of all units in the Army and associated personnel, men and women both past and present and to pay tribute to those who have given their lives in the service of their country.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Mess Dress/Black tie with miniatures, Evening wear for ladies Cost: $79.00 per person which includes 3 course dinner and Club beverages Bookings Close: Thursday 27th February 2014

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Riesling Master Class

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Black Tie Cost: $79.00 per person including 3 course dinner and a cigar, beverages to be invoiced after the event Bookings Close: Wednesday 12th March 2014

Five of their wines have been chosen in the Wine Spectator’s “Top 100” and their Carnival of Love Shiraz has made the “Top10” list (two years in a row). Sarah & Sparky have been named “Australian Winemakers of the Year”, have been chosen

by Robert Parker among the “Top Wine Personalities in the World” and have been crowned “McLaren Vale’s Bushing King and Queen” a record three times.

Time: 1200 for 1230 Dress: Dining Room dress rules apply Cost: $75.00 per person including wines Bookings Close: Friday 7th March 2014

Prawns and Savvy B in the Garden Saturday 15th March 2014 To complement our existing Friday night predinner drinks, the Club is holding a special Saturday Aperitivo to showcase both South Australian prawns and Sauvignon Blanc wine. Aperitivo is a great informal way to meet up with friends or introduce the Club to prospective Members. It gives you a chance to socialise and relax while snacking before dinner- without spoiling dinner altogether!

Time: 1630 to 1800 Dress: Club Casual Cost: $25 per person, beverages to be invoiced after the event Bookings Close: Thursday 13th March 2014

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St Patricks Day Monday 17th March 2014

Military History – Timor Joint Force HQ Perspective (1999/2000)

St Patricks Day

R.A.A.F. Dining in Night

Monday 17th March 2014

Friday 28th March 2014

Celebrate St Patricks Day at the Club and enjoy traditional Irish themed lunch, including Guinness and Lamb pie, along with quirky blue and green beverages served by our resident Irishman, Senior Steward Mark Donnelly.

Military aviation came of age during World War I when airships and early aircraft were principally used for reconnaissance.

Australia’s four Australian Flying Corps (AFC) squadrons were part of the Australian Imperial Force (AIF) and were attached to larger British Royal Flying Corps / Royal Air Force formations.

Time: 1200 to 1400 Dress: Bar casual Cost: Bar prices

Thursday 27th March 2014

R.A.A.F. Dining in Night Friday 28th March 2014

30 Year Membership Luncheon Wednesday 2nd April 2014

Encounter 212th Anniversary Dinner Saturday 5th April 2014

Wine Luncheon – Greenock Creek Wednesday 9th April 2014

Music Recital – Duo Orfeo Saturday 12th April 2014

Military History – WWII Bomber Command Tuesday 15th April 2014

Military History – Timor Joint Force HQ Perspective (1999/2000) Thursday 27th March 2014 SQNLDR Jim Parrington will be our guest speaker and will present on East Timor operations.

Time: 1800 Lecture

1915 Dinner Dress: Jacket and Tie Cost: $12.00 Lecture only $47.50 Lecture and 2 course dinner including Club beverages Bookings Close: Tuesday 25th March 2014

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During World War I, 800 officers and 2,840 men served in the AFC and 175 lost their lives. Many AFC veterans helped to lay the groundwork for the future Royal Australian Air Force and after the war; others would enter industry to make significant contributions to civil aviation.

During 1920, the AFC was replaced by the Australian Air Corps, which in turn became the Royal Australian Air Force on 31 March 1921. This formal Club dinner is to commemorate the 93rd anniversary of this arm of the services.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Mess Dress/Black Tie with miniatures and Evening wear for Ladies Cost: $99.50 which includes canapés, 3 course dinner and Club beverages Bookings Close: Wednesday 26th March 2014

30 Year Membership Luncheon

Wine Luncheon – Greenock Creek

Wednesday 2nd April 2014

Wednesday 9th April 2014

The Naval, Military & Air Force Club is holding its annual 30 Years Membership Luncheon. In the past this has been a most successful luncheon as Members celebrate 30 years and more of loyalty to their club.

Greenock Creek owners Michael and Annabelle Waugh make it clear they value many basic principles like trust, honesty, integrity, hard work, laughter, family and friends. Although a small winery, which only uses self-grown grapes, offers a wonderful selection of delectable red wines.

This luncheon is also open to members of the Club who may have 30 years of Membership but not necessarily continuous.

Partners are most welcome to attend.

Time: 1200 for 1230 Dress: Jacket and Tie Cost: $65 including a 2 course luncheon and Club beverages Bookings Close: Monday 31st March 2014

Time: 1200 for 1230 Dress: Dining Room dress rules apply Cost: $75.00 per person including wines Bookings Close: Monday 7th April 2014

Saturday 5th April 2014 It is 212 years after LCDR Matthew Flinders and Captaine de vasseau Nicholas Baudin had their chance meeting in Encounter Bay. Get your bookings in early for another gala program to celebrate the anniversary of this historical encounter.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Mess Dress/Black tie with miniatures, Evening wear for ladies Cost: $79 per person including 3 course meal and Club beverages Bookings Close: Thursday 3rd April 2014

Military History – WWII Bomber Command Tuesday 15th April 2014 Mr Robert Brokenmouth is known for his book “They Hose Them Out”. We look forward to Mr Brokenmouth speaking to us on the topic of “Bomber Command” and his brand new book.

Music Recital – Duo Orfeo Encounter 212th Anniversary Dinner

Time: 1700 Drinks in the Bar – no booking required 1800 Recital – bookings essential Tickets $16.50 1900 Dining (Dining Room or Bar) – bookings preferred but not essential

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He has taught and performed classical guitar for over 20 years and is a former part-time Lecturer in Guitar at the ‘Australian Institute of Music’ (Sydney) and at the ‘Flinders St. School of Music’ (Adelaide).

Saturday 12th April 2014 Based in Adelaide, Australia - “Duo Orfeo” - has performed in numerous concerts, soirées, weddings & restaurants over the past two decades. Their repertoire includes classical, jazz, Latin & popular classics.

Time: 1800 Lecture 1915 Dinner Dress: Jacket and Tie Cost: $12.00 Lecture only $47.50 Lecture and 2 course dinner including Club beverages Bookings Close: Friday 11th April 2014

Maria Foot (Flute) holds an L.Mus.A on flute, as well as a B.Mus (Jazz) from Adelaide University. For over ten years she worked as a casual flute/piccolo player with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra. These days her musical pursuits are focused towards teaching woodwind, conducting and performing.

Lincoln Brady (Guitar) holds a B.Mus (Perf.) from Adelaide University and LTCL (Perf.) from Trinity College of Music, London.

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St Georges Day Dinner Wednesday 23rd April 2014

Anzac Day Breakfast Friday 25th April 2014

Anzac Day Lunch Friday 25th April 2014

Fathers and Daughters Dinner Friday 9th May 2014

Wine Lunch – Sevenhill Wednesday 14th May 2014

Middle East Commemoration Dinner Saturday 17th May 2014

Military History – Op Resolute (Border Protection) Speaker LT Christie Lee Cocks Thursday 22nd May 2014

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St Georges Day Dinner

Anzac Day Breakfast

Wednesday 23rd April 2014

Friday 25th April 2014

Come celebrate the Feast of St George this year at the club and show everyone else how the English do it (not that it’s a competition with St Patricks day of course – and not that you have to be English to attend).

Members and their guests are invited to attend breakfast at the Club after the Dawn Service. A hearty breakfast with all the trimmings and accompanied by Gunfire coffee and tea will be served.

The earliest documented mention of St George in England comes from the venerable Bede and was mentioned in the will of Alfred the Great (one of England’s legendary Kings).

The Synod of Oxford declared St. George’s Day a feast day in the kingdom of England and Edward III put his Order of the Garter under the banner of St. George. As you can see it has a great and long tradition.

Time: 0730 to 0930 Dress: Smart casual with Medals Cost: $29.50 Bookings Close: Wednesday 23rd April 2014

So if you want to sample all things English, why not join members and their guests at this auspicious occasion? Chef will offer Scotch Eggs, De-constructed Beef Wellington and Bakewell Tart. Dress up in white and red, wave the flag, get into the celebrations and enjoy the company of others (note : there will be some surprises, entertainment and funfair too – so come along).

Friday 25th April 2014

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Black Tie Cost: $66.00 including 3 course dinner; beverages to be invoiced after the event Bookings Close: Thursday 17th April 2014

Anzac Day Lunch Whilst the first light heralds the Dawn Service, midday at the Club will see all of the traditional Anzac Day activities in full swing. Members are encouraged to come to the Club on this very special day, to enjoy a casual lunch and spend time reminiscing with friends both old and new. We look forward to having as many Members as possible enjoy the ambience of the Club and the spirit of its membership which has been instilled by Members who have served their country in a common cause, breeding a comradeship and camaraderie which is unique to our Club.

Time: from 1200 Dress: Business/Smart Casual Cost: Complimentary for members, guests $12 payable on order at Members Bar Bookings Close: Wednesday 23rd April 2014

SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

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1 Celebrate the Army Dinner 1900 hrs

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Mahjong Group 1000 hrs

10 Closed Public Holiday

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Aperitivo 1730 hrs

11 Finance Briefing 1130 hrs

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Mahjong Group 1000 hrs

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Wine Luncheon – Mollydooker 1200 hrs

14 Connoiseur Cigar and Single Malt Dinner 1900 hrs

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Club Bridge 1200 hrs

15 Prawns and Savvy B in the Garden 1630 hrs

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Aperitivo 1730 hrs

St Patricks Day 1200 hrs

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24 Mahjong Group 1000 hrs

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25 Food & Wine Lovers Group Dinner 1900 hrs

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27 Military History – Timor Joint Force HQ Perspective (1999/2000) 1800 hrs

Book Club 1100 hrs R.A.A.F. Dining Night 1900 hrs

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MARCH 2014

31 Mahjong Group 1000 hrs

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APRIL CALENDAR

APRIL 2014 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

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THURSDAY

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30 Year Membership Luncheon 1200 hrs

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Naval, Military & Air Force Club of SA

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14 Mahjong Group 1000 hrs

20 Closed Easter Holidays

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Mahjong Group 1000 hrs

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Wine Luncheon – Greenock Creek 1200 hrs

15 Military History – WWWII Bomber Command 1800 hrs

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Closed Easter Public Holidays

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18 Closed Easter Public Holidays

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12 Music Recital – Duo Orfeo 1700 hrs

Club Bridge 1200 hrs

St Georges Day Dinner 1900 hrs

5 Encounter 212th Anniversary Dinner 1900 hrs

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19 Closed Easter Holidays

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Anzac Day Breakfast 0730 hrs Anzac Day Lunch 1200 hrs

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Mahjong Group 1000 hrs

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MAY CALENDAR

MAY 2014 Aperitivo 1730 hrs

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21 Club Bridge 1200 hrs

26 Mahjong Group 1000 hrs

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Wine Luncheon – Sevenhill 1200 hrs

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16 Aperitivo 1730 hrs

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17 Middle East Commemoration Dinner 1900 hrs

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Military History – Op Resolute Spkr LT Christie Lee Cocks 1800 hrs

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Food & Wine Lovers Group Dinner 1900 hrs

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30 Book Club 1100 hrs

31 Music Recital – Julia Maly 1700 hrs

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11 Mothers Day Lunch 1200 hrs

Fathers and Daughters Dinner 1900 hrs

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JUNE CALENDAR

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Aperitivo 1730 hrs D Day 70th Anniversary Dinner 1900 hrs

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Schnitty & Quiz Night 1830 hrs

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Club Bridge 1200 hrs

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Mahjong Group 1000 hrs

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Wine Luncheon – Two Hands 1200 hrs

26 Military History – R.A.A.F. Contemporary Air Ops in Middle East Spkr TBA 1800 hrs

21 Penfolds Dinner 1900 hrs

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Book Club 1100 hrs Serving Officers & Partners Dinner 1900 hrs

30 Mahjong Group 1000 hrs

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Fathers and Daughters Dinner Friday 9th May 2014 This special event invites members to enjoy dinner in formal ambience of the Colonel Downes Dining Room. Bring along your daughters, grand-daughters and daughters in law for this Club favourite. For those wishing to participate, a lightning Snooker Tournament will be arranged after dinner.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Black Tie for gentlemen and Evening Wear/School uniform for ladies Cost: $99.50 including canapés and a 3 course dinner with beverages $55.00 for daughters aged between 13 and 17 years Bookings Close: Wednesday 7th May 2014

Mother’s Day Lunch Sunday 11th May 2014 Why not spoil your Mother on this special day and have her indulge in the excellent food and service the Club offers at this very popular annual Luncheon. Families including children 8 years and over are most welcome to attend. Lunch will commence at midday with members and guests requested to be seated by 12.45 pm at the latest. Individual tables are available and Senior Chef Rishabh Sharma will create a limited choice two course menu plus a selection of canapés on arrival.

Time: from 1200 Dress: Jacket & Tie with Club Casual for young guests Cost: $62 for adults food only with individual drinks bill per table. $42 for children 8-17 years for same menu as adults and includes soft drinks $22 for children who would prefer a simple “children’s meal” and includes soft drinks Bookings Close: Thursday 8th May 2014

Middle East Commemoration Dinner

CLUB EVENTS

All Mothers will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling wine on arrival.

Saturday 17th May 2014 All are invited to a new commemoration dinner in honour of those who served in the Middle East.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Black tie with miniatures

or Mess dress Cost: $79.00 per person including 3 course dinner and Club beverages Bookings Close: Wednesday 14th May 2014

Wine Lunch – Sevenhill Wednesday 14th May 2014 Sevenhill was established in 1851 when the Jesuits who settled in the area planted vines to produce sacramental wine. From these modest beginnings, the Jesuits’ focus on wine has remained, with Sevenhill adding to its sacramental wine production with an extensive range of table wines that are highly regarded throughout Australia and overseas.

Sevenhill’s reputation reflects a commitment to the creation of distinctive wines that express the authentic styles and flavours of the Clare Valley. Integral to this philosophy are our modern winemaking skills and highly prized vineyards that provide highquality, estate-grown fruit, some of which is sourced from vines among the oldest in the Clare Valley.

As the only remaining Jesuit-owned winery in Australia, residing Jesuits are actively involved in Sevenhill’s ongoing development in partnership with lay staff who share the ethos of building the Jesuit Mission to support works of charity and compassion throughout Australia. We are pleased to welcome back Brother John May and look forward to hearing the latest from Sevenhill.

Time: 1200 for 1230 Dress: Dining Room dress rules apply Cost: $75.00 per person including wines Bookings Close: Monday 12th May 2014

Military History – Op Resolute (Border Protection) Speaker LT Christie Lee Cocks Thursday 22nd May 2014 Operation RESOLUTE is the only Australian Defence Force operation that currently defends homeland Australia and its assets.

The Operation RESOLUTE Area of Operations covers approximately 10% of the world’s surface and includes Australia’s Exclusive Economic Zone which extends up to 200 nautical miles around the mainland, Christmas, Cocos, Keeling, Norfolk, Heard, Macquarie and Lord Howe Islands.

Time: 1800 Lecture

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CLUB EVENTS

CLUB EVENTS Music Recital Night – Julia Maly Saturday 31st May 2014 Back by popular demand, Julia Maly will entertain Members with another delightful violin performance.

Music Recital Night – Julia Maly Saturday 31st May 2014

Club Winter High Tea Thursday 5th June 2014

Dinner to Celebrate the 70th Anniversary of D Day Friday 6th June 2014

Wine Lunch – Two Hands Wednesday 11th June 2014

Schnitty and Quiz Night

The recital will conclude by approx. 7pm so that you may enjoy a la carte dining in the Colonel Downes Dining Room or an informal meal in the members bar.

Time: 1700 Drinks in the Bar – no booking required 1800 Recital – bookings essential Tickets $16.50 1900 Dining (Dining Room or Bar) – bookings preferred but not essential

Friday 13th June 2014

Penfolds Dinner Saturday 21st June 2014

Military History – RAAF Contemporary Air Ops in the Middle East Thursday 26th June 2014

Serving Officers and Partners Dining in Night Friday 27th June 2014

Club Winter High Tea Thursday 5th June 2014 Get rid of those early winter chills and join members for Bubbles, delectable delights and of course tea (and coffee). Connect with others and relax in the warm ambience of the Club.

Time: 1500 to 1630 Dress: Jacket & Tie Ladies Conservative wear Cost: $32.50 Bookings Close: Tuesday 3rd June 2014

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Dinner to Celebrate the 70th Anniversary of D Day Friday 6th June 2014 On June 6, 1944 Allied forces crossed the English Channel and landed on the beaches of Normandy, France to liberate Western Europe from the occupation of Nazi Germany. With 176,000 troops arriving by landing craft and ships as well as nearly 14,000 aircraft, the Allied forces were able to secure Northern France within 3 months despite a vicious effort by Nazi forces. Join us at the Club for an opportunity to reflect back on that historically important day – a day we will never forget.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Black Tie with miniatures, Mess Dress, Evening wear for ladies Cost: $79 per person including 3 course dinner and Club beverages Bookings Close: Wednesday 4th June 2014

Schnitty and Quiz Night

Wednesday 11th June 2014

Friday 13th June 2014

Two Hands Wines was founded in early 1999 by Michael Twelftree and Richard Mintz and from the outset, Two Hands set out to be unique.

We have transformed our traditional quiz night with a more casual approach, offering guests chicken or beef schnitzels with a selection of toppings or sauce as the prelude for our annual quiz night. Make up a table of 8 or join the Club table for fun, facts and frivolity and the chance to win great prizes.

Get your bookings in early and your thinking caps on – don’t miss out.

The original aim shared by Michael and Richard was to make the best possible Shiraz-based wines from prized Shiraz growing regions throughout Australia. Their intention was, and still is, to showcase the diversity of Australian Shiraz by highlighting regional characteristics and allowing the fruit to be the primary feature of the wines.

Two Hands refers to the very personable approach taken with each parcel of grapes, no matter how big or small. The wines are carefully guided through the viticulture and winemaking process by Michael Twelftree.

Time: 1830 Dinner

1930 Quiz Dress: Relaxed Dress - no jacket or tie required Cost: $25 food only, drinks invoiced per table Bookings Close: Wednesday 11th June 2014

This approach is reflected in everything from the names of the wines through to innovative packaging and, not least, the wines themselves. Two Hands has grown to be a clear market leader and now exports wines to over 24 countries around the world. We look forward to welcoming xxx and learning more about Two Hands.

Time: 1200 for 1230 Dress: Dining Room dress rules apply Cost: $75.00 per person including wines Bookings Close: Friday 6th June 2014

Military History – RAAF Contemporary Air Ops in the Middle East

CLUB EVENTS

Wine Lunch – Two Hands

Thursday 26th June 2014 Time: 1800 Lecture

1915 Dinner Dress: Jacket and Tie Cost: $12.00 Lecture only $47.50 Lecture and 2 course dinner including Club beverages Bookings Close: Tuesday 24th June 2014

Serving Officers and Partners Dining in Night Friday 27th June 2014

Penfolds Dinner Saturday 21st June 2014 Enjoy a selection of Penfolds wines matched by our Club Chef including a taste of Grange.

The other wines to be consumed will be publicised once confirmed.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Black Tie Cost: $150.00 per person including all Food and Beverage Bookings Close: Wednesday 18th June 2014

The annual Serving Officers and partners dining in night is a formal dinner open to all Serving Officers, their partners and guests who are also serving. Join us for an opportunity to highlight the camaraderie and community spirit that dwells and forms an integral part of the Club’s ethos.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Mess Dress or Black Tie with miniatures Cost: $79 per person including 3 course dinner and Club beverages Bookings Close: Wednesday 25th June 2014

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BAR & DINING

BAR & DINING Aperitivo Fridays 1st & 3rd Friday each month The concept of “Aperitivo” is to provide a friendly atmosphere for members to get together and enjoy good company and a drink with complimentary “stuzzicchini”.

So, why not come along on the first and third Friday of the month.

Each Aperitivo Friday, Functions and Events Manager Mark will select options from a range of interesting beers, wines and spirits, for Members to enjoy at Members Bar prices.

Time: 1730 to 1830 Dress: Business/Smart Casual Cost: Complimentary shared cheese platter, individual drink bill*

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ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS IN ‘COLOURS’ If you have a business that you would like to advertise in Colours please contact: Stephen Diamond General Manager E: stephen.diamond@navmil.org

CLUB HISTORY

CLUB HISTORY The current Club premises in Hutt Street were acquired in 1957 from M E Hegerty.

The building was built in 1872 by John Rounsevell as a villa residence and he named it “Landunna”. We are lucky that the owner had the foresight to take this photograph shortly after completion.

After Mr Rounsevell passed away in 1902 the building changed ownership several times and in the 1940s the balcony was removed, the sunroom was constructed upstairs and the front porch was installed. The building was also referred to as “Ulysses” from this time.

In 2013, in recognition of the heritage status of the building, the Board approved the commission of a Conservation Management Plan. That Plan is to be delivered to the Club shortly and it will contain vital information about the history of the building and future conservation management works. It is the Club’s intention to obtain tax deductible status on any future proposed works to the heritage parts of the premises.

Members can enjoy reading more about the history of the club by purchasing the club history book, from which the above information has been sourced, at the Club bar or order your copy by phoning the Club on 8223 2422.

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MEMBER NOTICES

MEMBER NOTICES

New Members We welcome the following new members; « GPCAPT C. Verco RFD MD FRCOG FRANZCOG

« Mr R. Turnbull

« SNR SGT A. Vilcins

« Mrs S. Eastick

« MAJ M. Keynes

« Mr N. Barrett

« Mr P. Delaney

« Mrs J. Brook

« CMDR B. Mateer

« GPCAPT C. Carruthers

« Mr K. Uppill

« Mr C. Figallo

« LTCOL P. Claridge RFD

« Mr M. Carey

« Mr J. Bowers

« Mrs A. Schmidt

« Ms W. Hastings

« Mr R. Callaghan

New Memberships

Deceased Members

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It is with sadness that this year we have said good-bye to our esteemed members; † † † † †

Mr O. Keen FLTLT J.R Thomas Mr A.N Oldfield Mr D. MacGillivray LT R.S Gillen

Previous Golf Convenor Tony Oldfield passed away unexpectedly on 29 November 2013. His presence will be sorely missed around the Club.

Presidents Dinner President MAJ Marc Ockenden RFD with past presidents.

Left to right: CAPT R.J (Mick) Taylor, SQNLDR M.J (Tim) Porter RFD AE, MAJ M.P (Marc) Ockenden RFD, CAPT A.S (Alan) Williams, LTCOL K (Keith) Bleechmore, FLGOFF J.A (John) Snewin OAM MID, CMDR B.L (Bryn) Haugaard RFD RD

Advertise Your Business in ‘Colours’ If you have a business that you would like to advertise in Colours please contact:

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MEMBER NOTICES

Cruising Yacht Club of SA A unique club in a relaxed setting on the coast at North Haven.

Members of the Naval Military and Air Force Club are able to join the Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia with a special rate of $314 per annum under our exclusive inter-club agreement.

Why not visit the CYCSA and experience everything on offer, from relaxed casual dining by the water to great social events, racing, fishing and cruising on the water.

Members can contact Laura Cowley at the CYCSA for further information or to view the Club’s prestigious facilities, or alternatively contact Kerri at our Club office for a membership form.

Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia Lady Gowrie Drive North Haven SA 5018 P: (08) 8248 4222 F: (08) 8248 5888 E: laura@cycsa.com.au W: www.cycsa.com.au

Financial Life Membership Have you considered financial life membership?

No more subscriptions for life. No worrying about increases in subscriptions that can become a burden in old age. The pride that comes with knowing you are a life member of one of Adelaide’s best Club’s with reciprocal rights to top class clubs around the world.

Enquire at the office for the information sheet on FLMs or call the office and ask for it to be posted out to you.

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CONVENOR GROUPS & REPORTS

CONVENOR GROUPS & REPORTS FOOD & WINE LOVERS GROUP The object of the group is to provide and enjoy good fellowship with other Club members and to share an appreciation of fine wine and good food.

We next dine on the 25 March 2014 and if you care to experience some irresistible fare together with some great wine you can apply to join our group by telephoning the reception desk on 8223 2422 or by emailing memberservices@navmil.org Convenor: Mark Cambridge See calendar for dates.

MAHJONG GROUP The Mahjong Group celebrated Christmas with some delectable homemade treats.

Time: 10:00 Mahjong, 12:30 Lunch Dress: Business/Smart Casual Cost: Complimentary, individual food and beverage bill* Convenor: SQNLDR Tim Porter via reception at the Club

MILITARY HISTORY BOOK CLUB The Book Club enjoyed a special visit from Santa in December. See Calendar for dates.

Time: 11:00 Discussion, 12:30 Lunch Dress: Business/Smart Casual Cost: Complimentary, individual food and beverage bill* Convenor: Mrs Patricia Lloyd via reception at the Club

CLUB LIBRARY Club Librarian: Mr Michael Garner

There were 7 military history events held during 2013 covering recent and distant historical occurrences with about 200 attendances. Although not part of the military history program, a dinner with a theme of Dam Busters was held and very well attended. Perhaps a similar event but with a different theme could occur in 2014.

Members and their guests are encouraged to consider attending these events and particularly those without a military background. The events provide a good general knowledge insight into events of national significance often with a South Australian flavour.

8 events are scheduled for 2014 but the program may be added to as more is known about activities that form part of the Centenary of ANZAC. I thank my colleagues on the organising committee for the time they put into arranging the program. They are Lieutenant Tristan Lodge (currently serving RAN), CAPT Sharon Mascall-Dare (currently serving Army), CAPT Craig Mitchell (Army – retired). We welcome other participants.

Convenor: MAJ Geoff Tattersall

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Again this year Bridge has been supported by its small but loyal band of followers. I would hope we could welcome more players next year and any member wishing to bring friends is most welcome. It is played using the duplicate scoring method but hands are re-dealt each time this is an easy method of handicap and scores during the year have borne this out. I hope to see you all in the New Year first programmed games being the third Wednesday in February. Any member wishing to use the card sets only need to arrange with Sharon or the office, cards, scorers and pencils are all supplied for members enjoyment. And of course we do it with “finesse”! Happy Bridging Time: 12:00 Lunch, 13:00 Bridge Dress: Business/Smart Casual Cost: Complimentary, individual food and beverage bill* Convenor: Mr Roy Schulz via reception at the Club

GOLF GROUP NAV SAV GOLF CUP 2013 Club golfers and partners thoroughly enjoyed the October 2013 trip to Melbourne. We were warmly welcomed by The Melbourne Savage Club members many who we have got to know quite well over the last 10 years or more.

The Savages hosted a superb Dinner in their Bank Place Club on the Thursday night. We dined surrounded by portraits of ex- Presidents one of whom was Sir Robert Menzies who presided for some 16 years.

The Melbourne Savage Club is a luncheon Club and well worth a visit particularly if you are staying at the RACV as it is a short 5 minute walk away.

Friday saw the commencement of golf at The Latrobe Golf Club which is located near the CBD and bordered by the Yarra River. It was a magnificent warm and sunny dayperfect for some competitive golf and friendly banter.

The Bus tour with partners to Chateau Yering for lunch on Saturday was a highlight on what was another beautiful Melbourne spring day. This was followed by a visit to a revamped RACV Healesville for afternoon tea.

Sunday took us down to The National Golf Club Old Course in both rainy and windy conditions. A true test of golf!

SNOOKER & BILLIARDS REPORT The following were the winners and runners-up in the 2013 annual tournaments.

Tournament Snooker Handicap A Snooker Handicap B Billiards Championship A Billiards Championship B Snooker Championship A Snooker Championship B Billiards Handicap A Billiards Handicap B Snooker Handicap Pairs

Winner Runner-up Brian Robinson Peter Walsh Kym Atwell Richard Wells Charlie Drew David Biven Richard Wells Mick Taylor Peter Walsh John Skipper Mick Taylor Paul Bartley Charlie Drew Keith Crawford Richard Wells Luke Edwards David Biven & Charlie Drew & Richard Wells Wes Hatcher

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CLUB BRIDGE

The winners of the Perpetual Trophies of the Club were as follows: David Biven & Richard Wells the Jack Langley Trophy for Snooker Pairs Handicap.

Peter Walsh the Scott Hodge Trophy for Snooker Championship A.

Mick Taylor the Naval, Military & Air Force Club Trophy for Snooker Championship B.

Charlie Drew the Malcom Doig Plate for Billiards Championship A.

Richard Wells the Sqnldr Don McLeay Plate for Billiards Championship B.

Luke Edwards the Fickle Finger of Fate Trophy.

The Savage Club prevailed on this visit and we reluctantly handed over the Cup for the first time in some years.

The Nav Sav Cup will be held in Adelaide around October 2014 when we can look forward to hosting The Melbourne Savage Club on home turf and reclaiming the Cup. Visit www.melbournesavageclub.com Convenor: R J “Mick” Taylor

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CONVENOR GROUPS & REPORTS Annual Inter-Club Snooker Match for the Challen Kerr Trophy between The Adelaide Club and our Club.

The above match between The Adelaide Club and our Club was held over two evenings on the 12th November at our Club and 26th November at The Adelaide Club.

After the first evening the teams were 5 frames for The Adelaide Club and 3 frames for our club: but on the second evening each Club won 4 frames so the The Adelaide Club won the tournament 9 frames to 7. It was our Club’s best performance in four years and all our players played well. We have now played this tournament 23 times our Club has won 14 times, The Adelaide Club 8 with one draw.

Those representing our Club were Brian Robinson, Eric Banks, Peter Walsh, Keith Crawford, Luke Edwards, Nick Barrett, Richard Wells, Alan Williams and Charlie Drew.

This is my final Billiards & Snooker Report as I am stepping down as Convenor after four years and another 12 years as a member of the B & S Committee. I am pleased to announce that Keith Crawford will be taking over as Convenor and he will be supported on committee

by Charlie Drew, Graham Storer and Luke Edwards.

I wish them all the very best and I thank all those who have assisted and supported me over the last four years.

Retiring Convenor: Maj. Peter Walsh RFD

SOME PRELIMINARY DATES FOR 2014: • Billiards match versus Adelaide Club under discussion for February/March • Coaching Session March • Snooker competitions to be held between April, May & June • Billiards competitions to be held between mid August and mid September • Billiards and Snooker dinner Wednesday 23rd October • Snooker match versus Adelaide Club Tuesday 11th and Tuesday 25th November Convenor: Dr Keith Crawford

WINE SUB-COMMITTEE The Wine Sub-Committee has held its biennial tastings for the Club wines which will be released to members in the coming weeks.

Mr Michael Willson AM KSJ (Chair) mjwillson@bigpond.com

Mrs Meredith Chesterman chestermania@bigpond.com

FLTLT Michael Hewitson AM hewitsmi@bigpond.net.au

LT Rob Leeder robleeder@iprimus.com.au

MAJ Marc Ockenden RFD matters@primus.com.au

Dr Tony Shinkfield AO jacony@tpg.com.au

Judge Simon Stretton

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AUSTRALIA SOUTH AUSTRALIA VICTORIA

TASMANIA

WESTERN AUST

NEW SOUTH WALES

ACT QUEENSLAND

Mount Gambier Ballarat Melbourne Melbourne Melbourne Mildura Hobart Hobart Hobart Launceston Perth Perth Sydney Sydney Canberra Brisbane Brisbane Brisbane Townsville Toowoomba

The Mount Gambier Club The Ballaarat Club Melbourne Savage Club *RACV Club The Kelvin Club The Mildura Club *The Tasmanian Club Naval, Military & Air Force Club Athenæum Club *The Launceston Club The Western Australian Club Naval, Military & Air Force Club *Royal Automobile Club of Australia Tattersalls Club Sydney *The Commonwealth Club The Brisbane Club *United Services Club *The Tattersalls Club North Queensland Club Downs Club

NEW ZEALAND

Christchurch Napier Dunedin Auckland

Canterbury Officers Club *The Hawkes Bay Club *The Dunedin Club *The Northern Club

ASIA BAHRAIN BANGLADESH CHINA

DUBAI (UAE) INDIA

INDONESIA

HONG KONG

JAPAN KOREA MALAYSIA

PAKISTAN PHILLIPINES SINGAPORE

THAILAND

Manama Dakhar Beijing Beijing Beijing Chengdu Guangzhou Guangzhou Nanjing Qingdao Shanghai Xiamen Dubai Kolkota (Calcutta) Mumbai (Bombay) Chennai (Madras) Ahmedabad Mangalore Pune Mangalore Surabaya Medan Medan Hong Kong Kowloon Kowloon Lantau Island Lantau Island Kobe Seoul Penang Kuala Lumpur Kuala Lumpur Ipoh Islamabad Manila Singapore Singapore Bangkok

Capital Club (IAC) The Gulshan Club Chang An Club *Manet Club (IAC) *The Summit Club (IAC) *Old Chengdu Club Guangzhou Luhu Golf & Country Club (IAC) The Canton Club (IAC) The Heritage Club (IAC) *The Peninsula Club (IAC opens in 2012) *Shanghai Racquet Club (IAC) The International Club (IAC) *Capital Club (IAC) *The Bengal Club Golden Swan Country Club *Madras Club *Karnavati Club Ltd *Mangalore Club *PYC Hindu Gymkhana *Mangalore Club Heritage Club The Exchange Club City Hall Executive Club (IAC) Hong Kong Football Club Kowloon Cricket Club United Services Recreation Club Discovery Bay Recreation Club (IAC) Club Siena (IAC) Kobe Club Seoul City Club (IAC) *The Penang Club Royal Selangor Club Bankers Club (IAC) *Royal Ipoh Club Islamabad Club Tower Club (IAC) Singapore Cricket Club The American Club The British Club

SOUTH AMERICA JAMAICA

Kingston

*The Liguanea Club

AFRICA REP. SOUTH AFRICA

ZIMBABWE KENYA

Johannesburg Port Elizabeth Harare Nairobi

*Rand Club Port Elizabeth St Georges Club *The Harare Club *Muthaaiga Country Club

U.K. ENGLAND

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SCOTLAND

London London London London London London London London London Henley-on-Thames Stoke Poges BKM Derbyshire Welwyn Dublin Belfast Glasgow Edinburgh Edinburgh Aberdeen

*Naval & Military Club *Royal Air Force Club *The Naval Club *The Cavalry & Guards Club *The St. James’ Club *The Commonwealth Club *East India Club *Army and Navy Club Capital Club (IAC) *Phyllis Court Club *Stoke Park Club The Sheffield Club *Brocket Hall Golf Club (IAC) *The Stephen’s Green Hibernian Club Ulster Reform Club *The Western Club The Royal Scots Club *The New Club *The Royal Northern and University Club

EUROPE France Paris

GERMANY Berlin

Bad Neuenahr

Beuerberg

Bremen

Cologne

Dusseldorf

Hamburg

Leipzig

Neuburg an der Donau

Orsingen Nenzingen POLAND Czestochowa

Warsaw SPAIN Barcelona (IAC) SWITZERLAND Zurich

*Cercle National des Armees - Hotel Sainte Augustin * (CNA) Hotel Sainte Genevieve Berlin Capital Club (IAC) Berliner Golf and Country Club (IAC) Golf-und Landclub (IAC) Golfclub Beuerberg (IAC) Havanna Lounge (IAC) Rotonda Business Club (IAC) Wirtschaftsclub Dusseldorf (IAC) Golfanlage Green Eagle (IAC) Club International (IAC) *Wittelsbacher Golf Club and Hotel (IAC) Golf Club Schloss Langenstein (IAC) Rosa Private Golf Club (IAC) Klub Polskiej rady Biznesu (IAC) Sant Cugat International Business Club Haute SA (IAC)

U.S.A. DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Washington DC NEW YORK New York PENNSYLVANIA Philadelphia VIRGINIA Richmond INDIANA Indianapolis ILLINOIS Chicago CALIFORNIA San Francisco TEXAS Fort Worth GEORGIA Atlanta

Atlanta NEVADA Las Vegas

Las Vegas

*The Army & Navy Club Penn Club of New York Engineers’ Club of Philadelphia *Bull & Bear Club *The Columbia Club *Union League Club of Chicago *Marines Memorial Club Petroleum Club of Fort Worth The Georgian Club *Cuscowilla Golf Resort (IAC) *Cascata Club (IAC) *Rio Secco Glf Club (IAC)

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*Rideau Club *Royal Canadian Military Institute Mount Stephen Club *Union Club of British Columbia Edmonton Petroleum Club Cypress Club The Ranchmen’s Club

Ottawa Toronto Montreal Victoria Edmonton Medicine Hat Calgary

RECIPROCAL CLUBS

RECIPROCAL CLUBS

Members are reminded of the need to travel with a Letter of Introduction and Card. IAC Clubs require an IAC card available from the office. Clubs marked with * offer accommodation.

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