Your Guide - Central Coast Apr & May

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BOARD

OF DIRECTORS

Thomas Murphy Director

Jeanette McNevin Director

Denis Byrne Director

Trevor Forman Vice President

John Dean President

Stephen Edwards Vice President

Steve Fitzpatrick Director

Leon Hansen Director

Lorraine Dean Director

NEW BEGINNING OUTREACH BY FIAM CARE

Everyone deserves a new beginning and for Central Coast locals, this has been made easier thanks to a dedicated group of locals known as FIAM who operate a New Beginnings Outreach service.

FIAM, which stands for Faith in Action Ministries has a dedicated arm called FIAM Care who delivers up to 120 hampers a week of essential items to those in need. These hampers include food, clothing and essential household items. In addition from their base in The Entrance, the organisation runs a new beginnings café and food pantry, that offers a safe place for people to access, when they need it.

“Unfortunately, the Central Coast has a high proportion of vulnerable people who need to make a fresh start. Be it a consequence of domestic violence, drug

abuse or falling on hard times from loss of a job, our new beginnings outreach service addresses a critical and ongoing community challenge,” explained FIAM’s Abraham Akkary.

The New Beginnings service extends across Berkeley Vale, Tumbi Umbi, Bateau Bay, Glenning Valley, Shelley Beach, Wyong, The Entrance, Long Jetty and Killarney Vale.

Thanks to a $15,000 grant from Halekulani Bowling Club, FIAM have been able to support even more vulnerable people in our community.

“We network with Central Coast businesses including Mars Foods, SecondBite, Not Just Cakes, Brown Sugar Bakery and Good360 in Sydney to support disadvantaged and struggling families by

providing between 100 and 120 hampers, clothing and other essential items through our fortnightly Free Food Pantry and charity clothing boutique.

“Thanks to this grant from Mounties Group we have been able to support more families and locals who are disadvantaged and train more volunteers to assist with this service,” added Abraham.

Social issues such as unemployment, homelessness, lack of affordable housing, poverty and domestic violence have significant impact on many residents within the Central Coast community. FIAM are assisting to bridge this gap with access to essential items for families and individuals who need it most.

“We have seen a huge increase in those who rely on our service in the last year,

only made worse with the increase in cost of living and pressures after the last few years of the COVID-19 pandemic,” he added.

“Sadly, many of those who access our service are escaping domestic violence circumstances and having a safe and positive environment to access critical items brings some normality to their lives and a hope for the future,” concluded Abraham.

The 2022 ClubGRANTS from Halekulani Bowling Club also assisted FIAM to purchase much needed equipment for its headquarters including a two air conditioners and computer.

A LOCAL HONOUR FOR PETER WHITE, OAM

Breakers and Terrigal Wamberal RSL

Sub-Branch member Peter White has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM), announced in the 2023 Australia Day Honours List. The award is in recognition of his service to veterans and the community.

Peter, a Breakers Country Club member since the early 1990’s, graduated from the Royal Military College, Duntroon, in 1967 and served with distinction for 27 years. During his military career, he was posted to various locations in Australia and overseas, including Vietnam in 1970/71. He retired from full-time military service in 1991, achieving the rank of colonel.

After discharge, he commenced a remarkable 30-year engagement in community service.

Peter’s illustrious career, saw him join the Rural Fire Service in 1989 – to which he was a member for 25 years and was awarded a Life Membership in recognition of his service - when he first moved to the Central Coast, which he saw as the perfect opportunity to become involved in his local community. In 1994 he became a crew leader and has vivid memories of the Eastern Seaboard fires.

“I remember being deployed at 5am on the Saturday and we worked up at Somersby, and old Sydney Town until we were ordered to move back to Park because a fire storm was predicted on the mountain. That caused a lot of anger as people at Mt White felt they had been deserted. We were redeployed to Patonga in the afternoon and while there one of our crews heard that Matcham had been told to evacuate. So, we got permission to return to our homes to help our families. Fortunately, things had been misreported and we were later deployed again to Mt White where eventually we were replaced at 9 o’clock that night. I will always remember our call out lady, Gloria Kennedy, who never left her phone for the whole 2 weeks that the emergency lasted. I doubt she even slept!”

In 2000, Peter came down to the RSL for some help and ended up as a Pension Officer and eventually, President. During that time, the Club held the 100th Anniversary of ANZAC service, Peter fondly remembers this service as a memorable moment that cemented the Terrigal Dawn Service as an important community event. During that time, they

also undertook the massive task of moving the Erina War Memorial. Peter acknowledges that the successful completion of this task would not have been possible without the support of numerous individuals and groups, including the grants they received, the construction support they received, and particularly the efforts of Michael Tabone, who served as the Project Officer.

Peter’s involvement with the Australian Army began in 2003 when he was invited to take on the Honorary position of Colonel Commandant for NSW for the Royal Australian Corps of Transport, which is similar to that of a Patron. From 2007 to 2010, he was appointed as the Representative Colonel Commandant for all of Australia.

Peter was with his wife and daughter when he opened the letter of offer for the OAM. He says, “It was nice to share that moment with them. It’s a funny experience. You feel proud and a bit overwhelmed, but at that stage it’s a secret and anyway it’s not for you to tell everyone. It’s just nice to think that so many people have taken the time to recognise what you have done. I’m grateful for all the nice things people have said to me.”

What an incredible honour and achievement for Peter White OAM. Congratulations for your longstanding service, and efforts to the veterans and local community.

MOUNTIES

GROUP MEMBERSHIP

the benefits

ACCESS TO 10 VENUES

ACCESS TO COURTESY BUS POINTS ACCRUAL TIER MATCHING

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A collectable CareFlight Bear created in honour of KEVIN INGRAM OAM

In memory of Kevin Ingram OAM

Mounties Group Member: 1972 - 2021

Mounties Group President: 2003 – 2021

PRICE

$47 Member

$80 Non-Members

PURCHASE VIA MOUNTIES GROUP APP TODAY

Conditions apply. Valid for stays 22- 25 April 2023.

Stay 7 nights from $224 per night in our fully self-contained units. Hurry, limited availability.

Conditions apply. Valid for stays 7 - 21 April 2023.

Home Care Specialists

Mounties Care Home Care help clients live a full and independent life in the comfort of their own home. We provide experienced care staff to assist with care in the home. We support independence at home and are a major contributor in helping you live life your way. Whatever the situation, Mounties Care can help you.

Hourly Care

You may just need someone to pop in for a few hours to help. We believe that our clients need more than a fleeting visit so we have a minimum of 3 hour shifts. We can provide hourly care on a short or long term basis.

✓ Personal hygiene and grooming, showering, dressing and toileting

✓ Companionship and social support

✓ Shopping and cooking nutritious meals

✓ Medication supervision

✓ Light housekeeping, tidying, changing bed linen and laundry duties

Hourly Care

✓ Driving to medical appointments and social outings

✓ Care of pets and plants

✓ Providing a safe and secure home environment

✓ Post-hospital assistance, pick-up from hospital and drop off to home

✓ Collection of medication or groceries

Phone 1300 290 221

mountiescare.com.au/home-care

URBAN PARTY

FRIDAY 21 APRIL | FROM 8PM

DJ MIKP & MC DANTE JOHNSON bring the Dance Party to Breakers!

DJ MIKP is the DJ for the Magic Men and Dante is one of the featured Magic Men performers.

Tickets only $15

Available online

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KARAOKE NIGHTS - MAKING YOU THE STAR!

7.30PM – 10.30PM

Saturday 15 April & 29 April

Saturday 13 May & 27 May

See website for themed nights

BREAK E RS  LIVE SPORTS

ALL NRL AND AFL GAMES SHOWN LIVE AND LOUD AT YOUR CLUB!

STATE OF ORIGIN

Game 1 |

Game 2 |

Game 3 |

Wednesday 31 May

Wednesday 21 June

Wednesday 12 July

UPCOMING EVENTS

MOTHER’S DAY

RAFFLE

Thursday 11 May

Tickets on sale 5.00pm | Drawn at 7.00pm

MOTHER’S DAY BUFFET BREAKFAST

$50 Members | $55 Non-Members | $15 kids under 12 Full details & tickets on our website

LUNCH

Grilled Nile perch $34 Members | $36 Non-Members

Chicken Supreme $30 Members | $32 Non-Members

Shane Edwards live in the Sunset Lounge from 11.00am - 2.00pm

DINING AT SKILLION BRASSERIE

NEW MENU NOW AVAILABLE

Here are some of our new favourites!

CHICKEN ADOBO

Filipino style braised chicken breast in a sticky & tangy sweet sauce with jasmine rice & grilled roti bread.

SEAFOOD BOARD FOR 2

Grilled Snapper, fried squid strips, grilled prawns & grilled scallops served with a Greek salad, beer battered chips & tartare sauce.

CHORIZO RIGATONI

Red capsicum & garlic with sauteed chorizo & chargrilled pimento topped with fried rocket.

Operational Hours:

Sunday - Wednesday 11.30am – 8.00pm

Thursday - Saturday 11.30am – 8.30pm

Book now | 02 4384 2661

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REGULAR EVENTS

BINGO

MONDAY FROM 12.00PM

$5 Members | $6 Non-Members

CASH HOUSIE

TUESDAY FROM 11.00AM

APL POKER

MONDAY FROM 1.00PM

FRIDAY FROM 6.00PM

TRIVIA

TUESDAY FROM 7.00PM

Free to play

RAFFLES

FRIDAY FROM 5.30PM

SATURDAY FROM 2.30PM

SUNDAY FROM 5.00PM

ENTERTAINMENT

LIVE FREE CONCERT

1ST & 3RD SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH

Coastal Country Music Association

12.30PM

See website for special guests

LIVE SPORT

FOOTY IS BACK!

All NRL and AFL games shown live and loud at your club!

STATE OF ORIGIN

Game 1 | Wednesday 31 May

Game 2 | Wednesday 21 June

Game 3 | Wednesday 12 July

HALEKULANI BOX OFFICE *

THE RADIATORS ROCK THE HALI!

FRIDAY 28 APRIL

Doors open 8pm | Support 8.30pm

The Rads from 9.45pm

Tickets Members $25 | Non-Members $30 + BF

Available online or at reception

LAST STAND

SATURDAY 13 MAY

Doors open 7pm | Dragon from 8pm

Chisel and Jimmy Barnes from 9.30pm

Tickets $27 each | Group Ticket (groups of 5) $120+ BF

Available online only

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*Please contact reception if you need assistance with online tickets purchases

**Plus Booking Fee

SUPLEX COASTAL CHAOS TOUR NIGHT 2

SATURDAY 20 MAY

Starts 6pm

Tickets available online only

MAGIC MEN

FRIDAY 9 JUNE

7pm Doors open (1 hour Meet & Greet) 8pm Show commences

Tickets from $50 + BF

Also available online only.

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*Please contact reception if you need assistance with online tickets purchases **Plus Booking Fee

SPECIAL EVENTS

good morning

A brand new revised Morning show with live band.

WEDNESDAY 12 APRIL

Special guest

THE SWINGS SISTERS

A tribute to the ANZAC era

WEDNESDAY 10 MAY

Special guest ROBERT JEFFREY

Doors open 10.30am for 11am show

$10 Members | $20 Non-members

Tickets available at reception

OHANA RESTAURANT

NEW MENU NOW AVAILABLE SOME OF OUR NEW FAVOURITES!

Steak Sandwich

Scotch fillet steak, beetroot relish, onion, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato & BBQ sauce on a soft Turkish roll

Vegan Poke Bowl

Marinated tofu, brown rice, cucumber, cabbage, red radish, carrot, chickpeas, avocado & fresh herbs with a vegan sriracha sauce

Reservations: 02 4390 6400

Lunch Monday to Sunday: 11:30am to 2:00pm

Chilli Prawn Curry served with jasmine rice

MOTHERSDAY Raffle

WEDNESDAY 10 MAY

Tickets on sale 5.00pm Drawn at 6.00pm

Dinner Monday to Sunday: 5:30pm to 8:00pm

UPCOMING EVENTS

TUESDAY 25 APRIL 2023

5.45am | Dawn service

6.30am | Breakfast

10am | Commemorative Service at Wyong Town Park

10.30am | March down to the Club Wyong

11am-2pm | Entertainment – Shane Edwards

MOTHERS DAY RAFFLE

SUNDAY 7 MAY

Tickets on sale 12pm - Drawn at 2pm

Replaces normal raffle

Entertainment from 11.30am

KARAOKE NIGHTS

SATURDAY 22 APRIL

SATURDAY 20 MAY

From 7pm

Sing like no one is watching!

See website for themed nights

SPINNERS CLASSICS

Gourmet Bangers & Mash

Served with mash, peas and rich brown onion gravy

15 18

02 4359 7444

Lunch: Monday - Sunday 12.00pm - 2.00pm

Dinner: Sunday to Wednesday 5pm - 8.00pm

Thursday, Friday, Saturday 5pm - 8.30pm

TAKE A LOOK AT OUR NEW MENU!

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Roast of the Day

Served with roast potato, pumpkin

and seasonal

SPINNERS RESTAURANT offers an array of bistro classics served for lunch or dinner. Enjoy a delicious chicken schnitzel, crispy fish and chips or a scotch fillet steak, cooked to order with your choice of chips, salad, or veggies. With daily specials to tempt all taste buds.

Chicken Schnitzel

SPINNERS WEEKLY WONDERS

19 22

Crumbed chicken breast schnitzel, ham, napolitana sauce, tasty cheese, served with chips and salad or vegetables and mash

Crumbed chicken breast schnitzel, bacon, avocado, cheese and hollandaise, served with chips and salad or vegetables and mash

Monday – Rump Steak $16M

Tuesday – Chicken Schnitzel $15M

20 23

Wednesday – Burger & Chips $15M

23 26

Thursday – Taco Trio $15M

vegetables and mash, and chilli lime aioli 20

Friday – Fish N Chips $14M

and mash, tartare sauce and lemon wedge

Crispy Crumbed Whiting Fillets 18

Served with chips and salad, tartare sauce and lemon wedge

CHEF'S CHOICES

Due to the events at the Art House, we strongly recommend bookings to avoid disappointment.

Check website for full menu. Bookings essential for dinner on Saturday evenings.

Pork Belly with Caramelised Apples

Crispy skinned pork belly with caramelised apple, roasted potato, char grilled zucchini, rosemary,

Nasi Goreng

Chicken, prawn, steamed rice, kecap manis sauce, served with cucumbers, tomato and fried egg

25 28

21 24

MOUNTIES

254 Humphries Rd, Mount Pritchard NSW 2170 02 9822 3555 | mounties.com.au info@mountiesgroup.com.au

HARBORD DIGGERS

88 Evans St Freshwater NSW 2096 02 9938 1444 | 02 9105 4888 | harborddiggers.com.au harbordinfo@mountiesgroup.com.au

MANLY BOWLING CLUB

Raglan Street Manly NSW 2095 Club: 02 9938 7657 Bowls: 02 9977 3786 harbordinfo@mountiesgroup.com.au manlybowlingclub.com.au

MOUNTIES BOWLING CLUB

Cnr Ulverstone & Lawson Streets Fairfield NSW 2165 02 9726 9692 | mountiesbowlingclub.com.au info@mountiesgroup.com.au

MEKONG

1st Floor, 117 John St Cabramatta NSW 2166 02 9725 8500 | mekongmounties.com.au mekonginfo@mountiesgroup.com.au

TRIGLAV

80-84 Brisbane Rd St Johns Park NSW 2176 02 9426 1000 | triglav.com.au triglav@mountiesgroup.com.au

CLUB ITALIA

Cnr of Hollywood Dr & Wharf Rd Lansvale NSW 2166 02 9726 4511 clubitaliamounties.com.au

HALEKULANI BOWLING CLUB

50 Natuna Ave Budgewoi NSW 2262 02 4390 6400 | halibowling.com.au

CLUB WYONG

15 Margaret St Wyong NSW 2259 02 4359 7444 | wyongrsl.com.au

BREAKERS COUNTRY CLUB

64 Dover Rd, Wamberal NSW 2260 02 4384 2661 | breakerscc.com

Check websites for current trading hours.