Intentional Shopping!

I think it would be fair to say that everyone is feeling the pinch in this current financial climate. We hear through the media constantly about rising prices, and we see through the supermarket aisle of how true this is. Not so much disposable income in the old budget, floating around. Which actually wraps in nicely with what I’ve been thinking about recently. Intentional Shopping. Now what does that mean?

Intentional shopping is the act of being mindful and purposeful with your spending. It's about making choices that reflect your values and needs, instead of letting emotions or outside influences dictate what you buy. Shopping intentionally also means taking your time and being fully present.

I love this! I have been banging on about intentional shopping for years. After seeing wardrobes full of clothing that are bought to try and fulfil an emotion or feeling but not hitting the mark. It shows that more is not more. It is not uncommon for the same item to have been bought three times!! There is no denying that the allure of getting something new gives you a high feeling. It isn’t a feeling that lasts very long once you have the item though.

Intentional shopping teaches you to buy an item that does give you that feeling for longer. This is why we have certain staples in our wardrobe that we always feel good in.

They are often items that can be worn time and time again and in many different ways. Don’t be suckered into campaigns of items that you have to have.

Companies spend millions on marketing geared to tap into that feeling you have that you need something. Spend the time on yourself to figure out what you actually need and what means you have to get it. That's where the real power is.

Currently my family and I have embraced shed life while we are building our new home. During this time I have fine tuned my wardrobe, as space has been at a minimum and I have to say it’s been really good for me.

Every item has been used at its’ maximum, and if it hasn’t, then it’s gone. No mucking around. It’s even flowed over to other areas of our living. We don’t need heaps. We need the right stuff to reflect who we are.

Never would I wish a financial crisis on anyone but if there has to be a silver lining, then intentional shopping would be it.

Bar Development

WHATS HAPPENING AT THE OXFORD CLUB! Sections

The Main Bar and Lounge Bar Taps are being replaced on Tuesday 7th and Wednesday 8th February along with upgrades in our keg room. While we will not have tap beer available during this time, we will have a temporary bar set up for bottle service. Check out our new “Mystery Tap” from Thursday 9th February –buy a Handle, pint or Jug and guess the beer –first one to guess the beer wins a prize and then the tap is revealed!

Restaurant

NEW HOURS for a-la-carte Dining and Chef Jimmi has a new menu with seasonal specials. Vegan and Gluten Free options available. Thursday – Open 5pm for Dinner

Friday, Saturday & Sunday open 12pm for lunch... and dinner menu available from 5pm Sunday Night Buffet – Jimmi’s Fabulous Sunday night Buffet from 5pm $35 per adult, $15 Kids 6-13 years and 5 & under eat FREE. Evening Closing times will be dependent on customer demand.

Events

Tuesday 14th February

Valentine’s Day

$20 Pizza’s available from 5pm with a complimentary Pint or glass of Wine* Pool Tables open for FREE

Super Rugby 2023

Watch all Super Rugby Live on Sky Sport with Happy hours during Crusaders Games .

Friday 24th Feb 7.05pm Crusaders vs Chiefs.

SUZIE’S SUPER RUGBY PICKS COMPETITION $5 per week with weekly winner and loser prizes,

Cash prizes for Comp/Season winner’s 1st, 2nd & 3rd and a Finals night function. (18 weeks total including round robin and finals) Get your picks in by 5pm Friday 24th February for First Round

Saturday 4th March 7.30pm

Elvis & The Beatles Tribute Show

Bought you by Paul Madsen Promotions

Get your tickets now for a rocking great night out with Paul and the band as they perform some of the classic songs from Elvis and the Beatles.

SHOW TICKETS $30 EACH

Show Ticket & Pre-show Buffet Meal Deal $60pp

(Show tickets on sale now at the bar, sorry no holds for this one, Buffet available from 5pm booking essential).

FISHING SECTION MEETING

Wednesday 8th February 7pm

Meeting of the Fishing section, New members welcome Enquiries contact Michael 0274360709

AGM’S

OPEN TO ALL CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE SECTION

Darts – Tuesday 7th Feb 6.30pm

Travel Tuesday 14th Feb 7pm

Golf Monday 20th Feb 7pm

Wednesday’s Hump day Happy Hour**

FROM 5.30PM TO 6.30PM

Raffles from 6pm til Gone $2 PER TICKET 40 TICKETS.

1st prize $25 Meat Tray, 2nd & 3rd Prize $15 Meat Tray

Thursday’s Quiz Night

FREE Weekly quiz

Register your team of 4-6 players ready for a 7pm start

Thursday 16th February

Cupid’s Quiz Night Loved up or looking for Love. Get your best Valentines or anti Valentines Day outfit on. Bonus prizes for best dressed team! Come as a single and join a team. FREE pool All tables open for FREE & $20 Pizza’s available.

Friday Nights

SECTION RAFFLES FROM 6PM 10th & 17th Cards Section, 24th Vintage Section FREE Juke Box *200ml