Colours July 2014

World War I Commemorative Issue July 2014

Centenary of the Great War On 4 August 1914, Australia Enters World War I – Join us at the Centenary Dinner

Foreign Soil (The Field) Why cometh you to this yon hallowed grave?

Laying flowers down against cold foreign soil.

Forgotten past now lost in time unseen, cocooned unscathed from fear and burdened toil.

You stop to ponder questions left unsaid, by those who died for they that now do live Recalling all who speak of glory past, become confined to shadow – none to give.

Australian Troops Rounding Idiot Corner, Westhoek Ridge, Belgium

They whisper meekly words through silent rush, as streams once red now turn a softer blue Heroic deeds soon destined for the grave, unread – the grace of honour ripens dew.

Those lives once lost sleep ever softly still, against the mud where darkness soon doth peek Their vigil felt – such burden bears the cost, into the ground their comfort soul to seek.

Both rich and poor lay buried side by side, no more divided rank and sapper rest All comrades in this final place doth meet, war-memories withstand that fallowed test.

Their purpose bound diminished not by time, for still you visit, still you try to see The need to know the past for future minds, such power through the grave seeks liberty.

But in this world the thirst for war goes on, across the land the children fight to die Perhaps again in foreign fields you’ll stop, to honour graves of those whose stories lie.

Centenary of World War One CAPT Mark Williams

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From The President Dear Members, Winter is almost upon us and I am sure that many of you would agree with me in wondering where the year has gone.

I am pleased to report that the GovernorGeneral His Excellency General the Honourable Sir Peter Cosgrove AK MC (Retd) has accepted our invitation to become an Honorary Member of the Club. Sir Peter joins the Governor of South Australia His Excellency Rear Admiral Kevin Scarce AC CSC RAN and the Chiefs of the three services as Honorary members.

Last financial year the Board focused on restructuring our operation and increasing spend per member in order to achieve a surplus budget. This year the Board has concentrated on improvement to the Club’s House to ensure that it is in a sound condition to best serve our membership in the future. Further details about the improvements are contained in the General Manager’s Report.

The Decor and Arts Group lead by Capt Mark Williams has been busy. Many members have favourably commented to me on the return of the painting ‘The Beach At Anzac’ (the original painted by Frank Crozier in 1919 under commission by the Commonwealth Government is hung in the Australian War Memorial) to the Gallipoli Room and Bob Cowper’s ‘Night Kill Over France’ to the Air Force Room.

SQNLDR Cowper DFC* was one of only eight Australians invited to attend WWII anniversary ceremonies in Europe in June 2014.

The enlargement of the early photograph of the Club House complete with balcony taken in 1872 now housed in the front entrance reception has also attracted much interest.

Members have enjoyed some old and a number of new functions recently. The return to our social calendar of The St Georges Day Dinner with beef eaters in attendance on 23 April was a great success.

The Encounter Dinner celebrating the 212th Anniversary of the meeting of Matthew Flinders and Nicholas Baudin with the Naval Commander CMDR Alan Williams and

Club Directory Honorary French Consul Mrs Susan Crafter attending supported by the Naval Band and recent Fathers and Daughters Dinner also proved very popular.

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 LTCOL Peter Neuhaus (Rtd) Mr Doug Strain SQNLDR Alex Cave CAPT Mark Williams Mr David Whitbread General Manager Mr Stephen Diamond

Around 80 members and guests enjoyed Anzac Day breakfast at the Club and over 140 returned after the March to enjoy the traditional Anzac Day Lunch and the camaraderie of their mates.

I commend to members our annual Penfolds Dinner to be held on 21 June and suggest that you book early to avoid disappointment.

I recently met for lunch at the Club with our oldest Club member Capt Neville Conrad who celebrated his 100th birthday on 18 May 2014, together with our youngest member Mr Cameron Burnett, 19 years of age. All three of us enjoyed the occasion and I congratulated Capt Conrad on his significant milestone and wish him continued good health.

DINING ROOM 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 10.00am – 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.

It was pleasing that over 300 members responded to the Club Survey and the Board is undertaking an analysis of the survey prior to producing a five year strategic plan.

‘Pro Aris Et Focis’

Major Marc Ockenden RFD (Rtd) President

Reciprocal Members & Guests Single $70pn Twin with bathroom $155pn Double with bathroom $155pn

CONTENTS

In This Issue GENERAL MANAGER

Featured Events 1

FEATURED ARTICLES: Reciprocal Club Visit Army and Navy Club Washington, D.C.

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Golf Group

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St George’s Day Dinner

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MEMBERS NOTICES

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CLUB EVENTS

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CALENDAR 9 CONVENOR GROUPS & REPORTS

The Centenary of World War One

New Members Formal Dining In Night

Join us for a premium three course dinner to mark the occasion of Australia entering the Great War. See Page 14 for more.

A distinctive evening for new members to experience a formal mess dinner. Don’t miss this opportunity to mingle with fellow members and meet members of the Board.

See Page 15 for more.

Rockford Wine Dinner

Father’s Day Lunch

Attend this special dinner and enjoy the famous Barossa styled wines with some Rockford Basket Press to finish.

See Page 15 for more.

Why not spoil your Father on this special day and have him indulge in the excellent food and service the Club offers.

See Page16 for more.

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Front Cover: Naval, Military & Air Force Club of SA - Honor Roll (1914 to 1919) of members who served and joined the Club since their return.

From The General Manager

What’s New At The Club?

Welcome to a special edition of Colours in recognition of the centenary of the commencement of World War I. Australia entered the war in August 1914 and the Club is holding a centenary dinner (see page 14 ).

Staff Sadly, we said goodbye to another great staff member Mark Donnelly. Mark has decided on a career change and has signed up with Bakers Delight to operate his own bakery franchise.

The usual jokes came out of course; “hope you make plenty of dough, Mark “, “you’re on a roll there mate”. We all hope that he does very well and we wish him all the best with it.

Members would have noticed that we have changed the way the front reception desk operates after the departure of Sharon Allen at the end of 2013. Sharon’s replacement is Paul Stamou and he is a 5 Star Hotel Guest Services Agent who has been in the industry for many years. Paul operates the front desk Tuesday to Friday from 11am to 8pm and Saturday from 4pm to 8pm. Paul can assist members, guests and reciprocal club visitors to the Club’s facilities during the early evening when you arrive at the Club. He can also take bookings from you by phone or email up to 8pm.

Maintenance and Improvements Plenty of work has been going on around the Club. Once the car park was resurfaced we upgraded the signage and line markings to increase the safety of members, guests, staff and contractors.

As you know, we must comply with Worker Health and Safety laws and public liability obligations, so please observe the signs and the speed limit of 5kmph. A bike rack has been installed and it is located near the rear bar entrance.

At the moment, our neighbours are rebuilding and a temporary fence is in place until the end of June in the rear car park. Once that work is completed we intend to replace the back fences. We expect minimal interruption to car parking but please take care when parking in the affected areas.

Accommodation rooms were recently upgraded with new air conditioners, new refrigerators, new blinds and all rooms have now been painted. Members that have visitors coming from interstate can sign in their guests into the Club’s accommodation rooms.

A lot of small jobs have been completed like straightening out the carpet hump that was in the dining room, repairs to door handle hardware, electrical circuit repairs, improvements to the kitchen doors to reduce noise coming from the kitchen into the dining room, replacing all beer lines and planting of more plants in the gardens.

All of these small jobs add up to a big improvement in the Club’s facilities.

Subscriptions Yes it’s time again to send out the annual subscriptions for 2014. A rise of 5% was approved at the 2013 Annual General Meeting by the membership. We know that’s above the inflation rate but the reality is that staff costs and on costs are rising well above inflation, as is electricity, gas, water, rates, and, as seen above, we are conducting repairs and improvements to make your Club a Great Club. Members can pay subscriptions in one lump sum, six monthly or monthly by credit card. The voucher was retained at $200 for the year.

And if you haven’t used this year’s voucher please come in before 30 June or it will expire and be forfeited to Club revenue!

BIKE RACK ?

SHARE PLATES The Club has introduced shared plates in the Colonel Downes Dining Room. Please see dining room staff for more information.

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

Staff images: Paul Stamou (top) and Mark Donnelly (bottom).

FEATURED ARTICLE

RECIPROCAL CLUB VISIT ARMY AND NAVY CLUB WASHINGTON, D.C. We recently stayed at the Army and Navy Club in Washington, D.C. and would like to give you a short review of the club. The club is located in an excellent location for seeing the sites of D.C. It is two blocks from the White House, three blocks from the National Mall with its numerous museums, and less than one block from the Metro (underground railway). There are very good restaurants within walking distance too.

The club has 32 guest rooms. The rooms appear to be larger than average. The rooms all have en suite bathrooms, and there is complimentary internet. The club has excellent service. There is a high ratio of staff to guests, so there is always someone there to carry your bag, or to provide assistance. While staying in the club, breakfast is complimentary. The dining room is grand, much like the complimentary breakfast. The views from the dining room looked out onto Farragut Square from 15 foot tall windows. Allow time for a leisurely breakfast to take in the atmosphere.

Within the club there is an extensive library and a small business centre. There’s also a fitness centre on the lower ground floor as well as squash courts. Ask the concierge about the city’s shared bicycles; a rack of available bicycles is just outside the main door - you won’t be disappointed! The major sights of Washington are all located around the National Mall a four kilometre long lawn and cycling is a great way to appreciate them.

The club has extensive collections including Admiral David Farragut’s portrait and sword. In the 1864 Battle of Mobile Bay he gave the illustrious order “Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead” .I would recommend this club as an excellent base while visiting Washington DC for business or pleasure.

Jim Geddes

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ATTENTION ALL GOLF PLAYERS! It’s time to reclaim some Silverware.

Just as important is the annual NavSav Cup.

We are seeking golf players to join our team of dedicated enthusiasts as we form teams to play for Club Pride and Honour against our two most notable rivals: The Adelaide Club and the Melbourne Savage Club.

The Melbourne Savage Club currently holds that trophy as well and they are due to come to Adelaide in September/ October this year for the 2014 contest.

The Gall Cup is usually played at either Kooyonga or Royal Adelaide Golf Clubs. The Adelaide Club holds the Cup and it’s time to win it back.

We have plenty of spaces to fill and urge members who play competitive golf to register their interest with Golf Convenor CAPT Mick Taylor taymadpp@bigpond.net.au or at the Club with Member Services Paul Stamou phone 8223 2422 or email paul.stamou@navmil.org

FEATURED ARTICLE

GOLF GROUP

ST GEORGE’S DAY DINNER CELEBRATING THE PATRON SAINT OF SOLDIERS AND OF ENGLAND The 23rd of April is remembered for a great many things including the birth and death of William Shakespeare. It is also the day we celebrate the Patron Saint of Soldiers and of England – Saint George. So what better way to celebrate this event than by reinitiating an old club tradition with a Saint George’s Day dinner. Guests were welcomed to the event with wine and two perfectly clad Beefeaters, who were the ‘photographic’ stars of the show! Dinner included traditional Beef Wellington and Yorkshire pudding, Scotch Eggs and Bakewell Tarts. The night was a huge success with speeches by the President and Vice-President of the Saint George’s society, and toasts by Supt Bruce James-Martin and Event Champion, Capt Mark Williams. The dining president Major Marc Ockenden presided over the whole affair, with many guests retiring to the bar for drinks and music (courtesy of Rex) afterwards. The night was truly enjoyed by all who attended. For those who missed out... don’t worry... there’s always next year.

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MEMBER NOTICES

MEMBER NOTICES

New Members We welcome the following new members; « WOI J. McGowan

« Air Marshal G. Brown AO

« Mr D. Von Allworden

« WGCDR A. Trengove

« Mrs M. Kenda AM

« Mrs F. Beales

« WGDCR R. Hutchinson

« MAJ M. Clayer

« WGCDR A. Trengove

« LEUT J. Marchant

« MAJ M. Clayer

« FLTLT S. McLean

« Mrs F. Beales

« Vice Admiral R.J Griggs AO CSC

« His Excellency General The Hon Sir P. Cosgrove AK MC (Retd)

« LTGEN D.L. Morrison AO « Air Marshal M.D. Binskin AC

New Memberships

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

CMDR L.M. Ponton L.T. J.S. Robson Mr T.F. Young Dr J.D Sidey

Members are reminded of the need to introduce new memb ers to the Club. The Club offers a $100 credit voucher to proposers of new town members which enables them to enjoy the Club’s faciliti es. Why not attend our Open Day on Saturday 14 June. The Club is offering a $100 voucher to new members joining on Open Day or before 30 June 2014.

Encounter Dinner Chair of Finance CAPT Geoff Walsh at the Encounter Dinner with DFC* SQNLDR Bob Cowper user tha Ro e tin ris and Dr Ch

CAPT Conrad’s 100th Birthday CAPT Neville Conrad celebrating his 100th birthday with friends in the Colonel Downes Dining Room.

Advertise Your Business in ‘Colours’

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Anzac Day

If you have a business that you would like to advertise in Colours please contact:

Alex Cave Chair of Events SQNLDR Taryn Cave at with his wife SQNLDR ANZAC Day Lunch.

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

MEMBER NOTICES

Fathers & Daughters Dinner Dining President MAJ Terry Hassam at the Fathers and Daughters Dinner

Music Recital String Quartet

Financial Life Membership

The Maple String Quartet playing for members on Saturday 24 May 2014

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.

eeting 2014 Notice Of Annual General M ITIONS NOMINATIONS FOR BOARD POS Naval, Military and The Annual General Meeting of the on Wednesday held Air Force Club of SA Inc. will be erial Room.

Imp the in 24 September 2014 at 6pm ome vacant in 2014: The following Board positions bec

the office or by emailing Nomination forms are available in mond@navmil.org the General Manager: stephen.dia Stephen Diamond General Manager

• President • Vice President • Four Board positions

must be received by the Nominations for Board positions 25 August 2014.

General Manager by 5pm Monday Club’s Constitution, a In accordance with rule 21 of the e in writing by at least nomination for election must be mad . The nomination must two ordinary members of the Club t of the person being be made with the written consen ber of the club and must nominated being an ordinary mem nt by the candidate eme be accompanied by a short stat why the candidate is ing lain not exceeding 150 words exp n recently (i.e. not more seeking to be elected. A photo take mitted. than 12 months ago) should be sub

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CLUB EVENTS

CLUB EVENTS

Schnitty and Quiz Night Friday 13th June 2014

Club Open Day Saturday 14th June 2014

Penfolds Dinner Saturday 21st June 2014

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

Schnitty and Quiz Night

Penfolds Dinner

Friday 13th June 2014

Saturday 21st June 2014

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.

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: 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

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

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

Wine Luncheon – Wynns

Military History – RAAF Contemporary Air Ops in the Middle East

Wednesday 9th July 2014

Members, Sons and Daughters Friday 11th July 2014

Thursday 26th June 2014

NASA’s Giant Step into Space Dinner Thursday 17th July 2014

Club Open Day Saturday 14th June 2014

STOP PRESS A gift in the form of a

$100 dining voucher

will be provided to all new members signed up on the Open Day or before 30 June 2014.

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The Club will be hosting an open day during June, offering a taster of our services for potential members. Committee and Board members will be on hand to answer questions and provide tours. We would like to encourage members bring along family, friends and colleagues to show them what the Club has to offer.

Time: 1100 – Late Dress: Smart Casual, Jacket & Tie for dining room bookings The Bar will be open all day from 11am with Tea & Coffee available from 11am The Bar will be open for lunch between 12 -2.00pm and A la carte will resume as usual from 6.00pm.

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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

Members, Sons and Daughters

Friday 27th June 2014

Friday 11th July 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.

A Club family favourite, this special event encourages Members to enjoy dinner with family in the formal ambience of the Colonel Downes Dining Room. This popular event enables you to enjoy a Club dinner with your sons and daughters. For those wishing to play, a lightning snooker tournament will be arranged after the meal.

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

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Mess Dress/Black Tie with miniatures & evening wear or school uniform for ladies. Lounge suit or school uniform for boys Cost: $99.50 including canapés and a 3 course dinner with beverages $55.00 for sons and daughters aged between 13 and 17 years Bookings Close: Wednesday 9th July 2014

CLUB EVENTS

Serving Officers and Partners Dining in Night

But how did the United States manage to pull off such an incredibly audacious feat just eight years after Alan Shepard became the first American flung into space on a relatively simple 15-minute ballistic flight? Internationally-respected spaceflight historian Colin Burgess will take you back to a time filled not only with bold and legendary characters and accomplishments, but many shocking tragedies. You will re-live through words and pictures a truly remarkable era in our lifetime when two powerful nations were pitted against each other in a relentless, expensive and headlong race to the moon.

An entertaining and informative talk is promised on 17 July, appropriately the same date on which Apollo 11 was launched to the moon 55 years ago. As well as writing on Australian military history which includes his book, ‘Australia’s Dambusters’, Colin (who gave us two very well attended talks last year, celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the ‘Dambusters’) is a prolific author and recognised authority on the history of human space exploration, with a number of books published on the subject. He regularly travels to the United States in order to conduct research and interviews, and is well known to many of the surviving Gemini and Apollo astronauts..

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Jacket & Tie Cost: $65.00, which includes 2 course dinner and beverages Bookings Close: Tuesday 15th July 2014

Wine Luncheon – Wynns Wednesday 9th July 2014 Wynns Coonawarra Estate is the Coonawarra regions pre-eminent wine producer, with the largest holding of the region’s best and longest established vineyard sites.

The first vineyards were planted by Scottish pioneer John Riddoch in 1891 and today the wines are regarded as benchmark for the district.

The two flagship reds, namely Michael Shiraz and John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon will be tasted at this lunch.

Time: 1200 for 1230 Dress: Jacket & Tie Cost: $79.00, includes 3-course meal and wine Bookings Close: Monday 7th July 2014

NASA’s Giant Step into Space Dinner Thursday 17th July 2014 “WHERE NO MAN HAS GONE BEFORE: OUR EPIC JOURNEY TO THE MOON” How many can recall that momentous day in 1969 when Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin (Buzz) Aldrin expertly guided lunar module Eagle to a safe landing on the surface of the moon? Then, at 12:56 p.m. on the afternoon of 21 July (East Coast Australian time), Neil Armstrong tentatively reached out with his left boot and stepped into the history books, becoming the first person to leave a footprint on the moon.

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CLUB EVENTS

Rotary “Did you know that two Rotary Groups meet each week at the Club?

Thinking of joining Rotary but not sure where to start?

Why not contact one of our Rotary Groups and join this community organisation and help make a difference.”

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The Rotary Club of Adelaide Parks

The Rotary Club of Adelaide Light

Kathy Cotter Phone: 8363 1964 Mobile: 0402 030 983 Email: kcotter99@optusnet.com.au

President: Richard Jarrett Email: rgjarrett@optusnet.com.au Secretary: Fred Field Email: fieldfro9@adam.com.au Phone: 8339 2065 Mobile: 0417 803 793

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NAVMIL CLUB ACCOMMODATION SPECIAL

For bookings phone 8223 2422 or email memberservices@navmil.org

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CLUB EVENTS

CLUB EVENTS Rabbie Burns Supper Saturday 26th July 2014

Rabbie Burns Supper Saturday 26th July 2014

The Centenary of World War I The Opening Shot Saturday 2nd August 2014

New Members Dining In Night Friday 8th August 2014

Curry Tiffin Sunday 10th August 2014

Rabbie Burns suppers have been part of Scottish culture for about 200 years as a means of commemorating their best loved bard. When Burns immortalised haggis in verse he created a central link that is maintained to this day. As we near the anniversary of his death, Scots both at home and abroad celebrate Robert Burns with a supper, where they address the haggis, the ladies and whisky.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Black Tie/Scottish Attire Cost: $99.50, which includes 4 course dinner and beverages Bookings Close: Wednesday 23rd July 2014

Wine Luncheon – Pikes Wednesday 13th August 2014

Rockford Wine Dinner Saturday 16th August 2014

Centenary of the Embarkation of the Australian Naval and Military Expeditionary Force to Rabaul Dinner and Lecture Thursday 21st August 2014

Fathers & Sons Dinner Friday 5th September 2014

The Centenary of World War I - The Opening Shot Saturday 2nd August 2014 “You will be home before the leaves have fallen from the trees.”

Kaiser Wilhelm II to German soldiers, August 1914 On 4th August 1914 England declared war on Germany and accordingly Australia too entered the war.

The Centenary of the firing of the `First Shot of WW1’ is being planned to take place at Fort Nepean on the southern side of Port Phillip Bay which took place against a German merchant ship at 1245pm on 5th August 1914. Upon the declaration of war, orders were issued to prevent all German vessels from departing any Australian port.

This ship was attempting to flee Port Melbourne after war had been declared.

The ship was captured after a `bring-to’ 6 inch shell was fired ahead of her. The Club’s Historian LTCOL David Brook will speak to members about this event at our official dinner.

To mark the occasion of Australia entering the Great War His Excellency the Governor of South Australia Rear Admiral Kevin Scarce AC CSC RANR and Mrs Scarce have been invited to be the Club’s Honorary Guests.

Live music will be provided by the 10/27 Army Band.

A premium three course dinner with canapés on arrival, beverages and coffees all included $99.50 pp.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Black Tie/Mess Dress and evening wear for ladies Cost: $99.50, which includes canapés, 3 course dinner and beverages Bookings Close: Thursday 31st July 2014

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Wine Luncheon – Pikes

Friday 8th August 2014

Pikes pride themselves on producing quality handcrafted wines that reflect vintage, variety and region.

A distinctive evening for new members to experience a formal mess dinner. Don’t miss this opportunity to mingle with fellow members and meet members of the Board.

All members are welcome to attend.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Black Tie Cost: $79.00, which includes 4 course dinner and Club wines Bookings Close: Wednesday 6th August 2014

Wednesday 13th August 2014

The Pike family has been producing quality wine, beer and aerated waters since 1886, it is a family tradition of which they are very proud of Come and enjoy some excellent wines from the fabulous Clare Valley.

Time: 1200 for 1230 Dress: Jacket & Tie Cost: $79.00, includes 3-course meal and wine Bookings Close: Monday 11th August 2014

Centenary of the Embarkation of the Australian Naval and Military Expeditionary Force to Rabaul Dinner and Lecture

CLUB EVENTS

New Members Dining In Night

Thursday 21st August 2014 The story of Australia’s involvement with Rabaul starts at the beginning of the World War I, when the first combined Australian navy and army expeditionary force (ANMEF) of voluntary enlisted men ever to leave Australia was sent to capture the German New Guinea’s capital.

Expert on this topic Michael Kelly from the Australian War Memorial in Canberra will speak on the formation and deployment of this force.

Time: 1900 Dress: Jacket and Tie Cost: $47.50 Lecture and 2 course dinner including beverages Bookings Close: Tuesday 19th August 2014

Curry Tiffin Sunday 10th August 2014 A perennial favourite at the Club, the Curry Tiffin is an event members should not miss. This year we are celebrating the ties between India and Australia and are offering a “Cultured Indian Feast”. Members are invited to gather in the Members Bar from 11.45am and indulge in a Kingfisher beer or a traditional Indian cocktail prior to moving in to the Dining room at 12.30 where a selection of both mild and hot curries along with all the traditional accompaniments will be on offer.

Time: 1145 for 1230 Dress: Jacket & Tie Cost: $55.00, to be invoiced with drinks Bookings Close: Thursday 7th August 2014

Rockford Wine Dinner Saturday 16th August 2014 Wine is crafted, not created. Rockford wines are made from established Barossa varieties which form an important part of our winemaking heritage, in a style that best reflects the vineyards, the winemaker’s attitude and the climate in which we live.

Attend this special dinner and enjoy the famous Barossa styled wines with some Rockford Basket Press to finish!

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Jacket & Tie Cost: $120.00, canapés, 3 course dinner and wines Bookings Close: Wednesday 13th August 2014

Fathers & Sons Dinner Friday 5th September 2014 The Fathers and Sons dinner is an annual favourite that encourages members to enjoy dinner with family in the formal ambience of the Colonel Downs Dining Room. Fathers, Sons, Grandsons, Sons in law and Fathers in law are all welcome for dinner.

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CLUB EVENTS

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This dinner is a perfect opportunity to welcome or re-introduce others to the Club and for those wishing to play, a lightning snooker tournament will be arranged after dinner.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Mess Dress/Black tie with miniatures and lounge suit or school uniform for the boys Cost: $99.50 including canapés and a 3 course dinner with beverages $55.00 for sons aged between 13 and 17 years Bookings Close: Wednesday 3rd September 2014

Father’s Day Luncheon Sunday 7th September 2014

Wine Luncheon – d’Arenberg Wednesday 10th September 2014

Spring High Tea Thursday 11th September 2014

Peacekeepers and Humanitarian Operations Annual Commemorative Dinner Saturday 13th September 2014

Military History – Observations of a Peacekeeper in Bosnia Thursday 25th September 2014

President’s Club Dining in Night Friday 3rd October 2014

Father’s Day Luncheon Sunday 7th September 2014 Why not spoil your Father on this special day and have him indulge in the excellent food and service the Club offers. Families including children 8 years and over are most welcome to attend. Individual tables are available and the kitchen team will be creating a limited choice two course menu plus a selection of canapés on arrival. All Dads will receive a complimentary glass of Club wine.

Time: Lunch commences at 1200pm with canapés on arrival and main course served from 1230pm Dress: Jacket & Tie, smart casual for younger 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: Wednesday 3rd September 2014

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Wine Luncheon – d’Arenberg Wednesday 10th September 2014 Back by popular demand d’Arenberg is one of the most significant wineries in McLaren Vale. In 1912 Joseph Osborn, a teetotaller and director of Thomas Hardy and Sons, purchased the wellestablished Milton Vineyards of 25 hectares in the hills just north of the townships of Gloucester and Bellevue, now known as McLaren Vale. It was a small and humble start but the wines gained immediate cult status amongst imbibers and judges. The 1968 Cabernet Sauvignon won the Jimmy Watson Trophy at the 1969 Royal Melbourne Wine Show and the 1967 Red Burgundy (Grenache based) was awarded 7 trophies and 29 gold medals in Australian capital city wine shows. By the 1970’s d’Arenberg wines had become very fashionable, having gained a significant national and international profile in less than 20 years. d’Arenberg’s art of being different extends to a range of fortified and dessert wines, which have legendary status worldwide, as well as operating d’Arry’s Verandah Restaurant, one of South Australia’s most loved and highly awarded restaurant, set on a picturesque hilltop with our Cellar Door tasting room adjoining.

Time: 1200 for 1230 Dress: Jacket & Tie Cost: $79.00, includes 3-course meal and wine Bookings Close: Monday 8th September 2014

Spring High Tea Thursday 11th September 2014 The Club is excited to welcome in the Spring Season with a High Tea. Join others in the Club dining room and enjoy sparkling wine, scrumptious delights and of course the crowning delight “Tea” (and coffee too).

Time: 1500-1630 Dress: Jacket and Tie and Conservative wear for ladies Cost: $35.00 Bookings Close: Tuesday 9th September 2014

This inaugural Commemorative Dinner is scheduled on the date of that first deployment of Australian military personal to Indonesia in 1947.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Black Tie/Mess Dress and evening wear for ladies Cost: $79.00, which includes 4 course dinner and beverages Bookings Close: Thursday 11th September 2014

President’s Club Dining in Night

CLUB EVENTS

This year’s theme will be Cambodia to mark 20 years since the end of the deployment of the Force Communication Unit, and this year’s award of a Meritorious Unit Citation to members of this tri-service unit. Guest speaker is BRIG Alison Creagh who has served in Cambodia, East Timor and the Middle East.

Friday 3rd October 2014 Join the President as he hosts a traditional dining in night. This event is open to all Members and partners. Military Service is not a pre-requisite for attendance. The night will be conducted as an Officers’ Mess dinner and will provide Club members without a service background, an insight into formal Mess protocol.

Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Mess Dress/Black Tie with miniatures Cost: $79.00 per person which includes a 3 course dinner and beverages Bookings Close: Wednesday 1st October 2014

Military History – Observations of a Peacekeeper in Bosnia Peacekeepers and Humanitarian Operations Annual Commemorative Dinner

Thursday 25th September 2014

Saturday 13th September 2014

Time: 1800 Lecture

1915 Dinner Dress: Jacket and Tie Cost: $12.00 Lecture only $47.50 Lecture and 2 course dinner including beverages Bookings Close: Tuesday 23rd September 2014

Australians were the first peacekeepers to serve under United Nations auspices when they sent military observers to Indonesia in 1947 during the independence struggle.

Over 65,000 Australian personnel have partaken in more than fifty peacekeeping operations, in about 25 different conflicts.

The civil war created a highly volatile atmosphere in Bosnia and peacekeepers played a vital role in maintaining peace.

In addition, there have been Australians serving in a number of multi-national and allied coalitions whose purpose has been either peacekeeping, disaster relief, policing, medical support or other non-warlike operations.

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CLUB EVENTS Wine Luncheon – Taylors Wednesday 8th October 2014

Wine Luncheon – Taylors Wednesday 8th October 2014

Music Recital Night – Folk Songs by Carolyn Crowley and Alan Hartley Saturday 11th October 2014

Military History – Medical Women in the Army Thursday 23rd October 2014

Battle of Trafalgar Dinner Saturday 25th October 2014

“For three generations our family has crafted great Australian wines in the Clare Valley, South Australia. We understand that truly great wines are made in the vineyard and that the art of fine winemaking is to respect and capture the essence of the vineyard site and to highlight the unique varietal expression of each grape variety.”

Mitchell Taylor Taylors has a family history of great winemaking. Indulge yourself in a trip to the Club to attend this fine lunch.

Time: 1200 for 1230 Dress: Jacket & Tie Cost: $79.00, includes 3-course meal and wine Bookings Close: Friday 3rd October 2014

Music Recital Night – Folk Songs by Carolyn Crowley and Alan Hartley Saturday 11th October 2014 Carolyn Crowley You can’t sing to flowers at two, and on the Sunday School stage at three, bother that voice and violin throughout an entire childhood, and not grow up to be a singer.

What sets Carolyn apart is her clear vocal quality, so ethereal it has inspired deep emotion all these years. It is like a distant song that has passed through history and still haunts ever beyond capture.

Alan Hartley Alan is an unassuming Aussie bloke, the consummate, easy going professional guitarist who earns his bread and butter in the real world, as a corporate manager.

His two bright sons have hauled him into grandpa status, but his music is as young as love, and as fresh as mountain springs. The sixties folk scene, the flower power, lives on in Alan, his fingers and his smile.

Together they have been performing and enchanting Australian audiences for nearly 20 years with songs from the old and new folk era.

Time: 1700 Drinks in the bar – no booking required 1800 Recital – bookings essential

Tickets $16.50 1900 Dining in Bar or Dining Room

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Military History – Medical Women in the Army

BAR & DINING

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

BAR & DINING

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS IN ‘COLOURS’

Thursday 23rd October 2014 Time: 1800 Lecture

1915 Dinner Dress: Jacket and Tie Cost: $12.00 Lecture only $47.50 Lecture and 2 course dinner including beverages Bookings Close: Tuesday 21st October 2014

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.

Battle of Trafalgar Dinner

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

Saturday 25th October 2014 On 21 October 1805, the Royal Navy clashed with the Combined French and Spanish fleet at Cape Trafalgar, off the coast of Spain. The battle had massive repercussions for Napoleon’s France and the future of the British Empire. 209 years later you are invited to reminisce and recollect this historical event Time: 1900 for 1930 Dress: Mess Dress, Black Tie with miniatures Cost: $79.00, includes 3 course dinner and beverages Bookings Close: Wednesday 22nd October 2014

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FEATURED ARTICLE

CRUISING YACHT CLUB OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA (CYCSA)

CYCSA Marine Academy

The Cruising Yacht Club of South Australia (CYCSA) Marine Academy offers fantastic practical courses for those interested in learning how to sail.

Jump aboard and head out for a great weekend on the water and experience firsthand what it’s all about! Read on below about one of our recent Start Yachting courses.

For more information, contact us on 8248 4222 or find us online: www.marineacademy.com.au

Start Yachting

Kate, Lucas and James scored a brilliant weekend in January for their Start Yachting Course with the CYCSA Marine Academy.

Saturday was 42 degrees but with a 10-12 knot southwest breeze all day it was the best place to be and the sailing was perfect. On Sunday it was 43 degrees but with enough wind to get down to Glenelg where we enjoyed swimming off the jetty and dinner in the marina. A nice breeze picked up and we carried the spinnaker home getting into North Haven on sunset. Considering the temperatures it was a fabulous weekend!

Why not jump on board for one of our next Start Yachting adventures!

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FEATURED ARTICLE

SILVERSEA CRUISES We would like to take the opportunity to bring again to your attention our partnership with International Associate Clubs and Silversea Cruises.

We are pleased that IAC is partnering with Silversea Cruises, recognised as the defining elite luxury experience in travel.

Transporting just a few hundred guests, their intimate ships offer customized voyages to over 500 destinations on all seven continents — and that includes exciting expeditions aboard Silver Explorer and Silver Galapagos.

On board, the lifestyle is one of sheer indulgence: spacious, all-suite accommodations each with individual butler service, superb cuisine, wonderful, classic-style entertainment and an ambience that is warm and congenial. Open bars and open-seating restaurants encourage socialising with like-minded guests from around the globe. What also sets Silversea apart is the degree to which guests can customize their journeys from bespoke tours and private arrangements to an extraordinary selection of multi-day land extensions for a truly immersive experience.

Silversea Cruises is featured on the IAC webpage with a link to their homepage www.silversea.com/iac Members of International Associate Clubs worldwide will receive an exclusive benefit of 5% off any Silversea 2014 voyage for new bookings made until August 31, 2014.

Members may also enjoy a one day ship board visit with guided tour and complimentary lunch when a Silversea ship is in port and dockside where IAC clubs are nearby.

You can find the travel routes for 2014 and further information under www.silversea.com

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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.

New members are always welcome; all you need is a love of reading, an enjoyment of fellowship – and a sense of humour.

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

CLUB LIBRARY

We next dine on the 25 July 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

Club Librarian: Mr Michael Garner

Convenor: Don Angus See calendar for dates.

BOOK CLUB The Book Club meets in the Ward Room on the last Friday of every month at 11.00am, with exception of April this year. The member whose chosen book is featured leads the session with some information about the author of the book, followed by each member’s impression of the book itself. Subsequent discussion is invariably far reaching and can engender differing viewpoints – and much laughter. We have had to shut the door to the hall on occasions lest we disturb the calm serenity of the Club!

Then follows the most rewarding part of the meeting – members enjoy a bar lunch in the Ward Room and relax together. Friendships have been forged and support offered on many occasions.

This year so far we have read Burial Rites, The Dovekeepers and The Lavender Keeper. Coming up next is The Swan Thief and Caleb’s Crossing. Then, for a change of pace, we will discuss the books which have most influenced our lives.

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GOLF GROUP Convenor: R J “Mick” Taylor Please see page 3 if you are interested in playing golf

MILITARY HISTORY Convenor: Geoff Tattersall

WINE SUB-COMMITTEE

A very enjoyable Billiards match was held with the Adelaide Club on 11th March.

Our team consisted of David Biven, Keith Crawford, Charles Drew, Brian Robinson and Peter Walsh. We won 10-6.

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

Frank Dewens ran a successful Coaching Session on the evening of 20th March. The Coaching Session welcomed new Snooker members, Peter Bampton and Peter Edwards, as well as former member Bob Shuttleworth; all agreed to participate in the Club tournaments.

Dr Tony Shinkfield AO Email: jacony@tpg.com.au

The Snooker Handicap Tournaments, A and B grade, are under way; these will shortly be followed by the Snooker Doubles Handicap and the Snooker Championships, A and B grades.

Mrs Nikki King Email: nikki-king@ozemail.com.au

Mrs Meredith Chesterman Email: chestermania@bigpond.com FLTLT Michael Hewitson AM Email: hewitsmi@bigpond.net.au MAJ Marc Ockenden RFD Email: matters@primus.com.au

Judge Simon Stretton -

CONVENOR GROUPS & REPORTS

SNOOKER & BILLIARDS REPORT

Convenor: Keith Crawford

MAHJONG GROUP Meet each Monday with a casual bar meal following in the Gallipoli Room.

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

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 BRIDGE The Bridge Group meet on the third Wednesday of the month.

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

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