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Welcome from Christopher Byrne As the end of the year quickly approaches, we are looking forward to many upcoming events to keep all our Members and guests entertained. The past months have seen some great community events held at Yarraville Club including a Community Pitch Event. This was organised by the Seddon Community Bank where local community groups were selected to pitch their individual cause to a group of local business partners to donate funds in support of their causes. It was a fantastic community event with over 150 people attending. Read more about this on Page 10. This year, Anzac Day marked the 100th Year Anniversary of the landings at Gallipoli. Yarraville Club were honoured to support the Yarraville RSL Sub Branch by holding a Commemorative Service at the Club. It was a moving tribute to those gone before us and was attended by over 200 people. Yarraville Club are proud to offer their continued support to Community Clubs, including sporting groups, aged care facilities, local school fundraisers etc. This year we have provided club facilities for many community organisations as part of our community charter. One group in particular we assist U3A Footscray. U3A uses the club facilities each week at no charge to provide a work space to train over 50’s who are learning how to use computers and tablets. As well as providing the work space, we have also funded the cost of a trainer for this group for a 10 week period. The training was successful and rewarding for the group and has enabled them to become more comfortable with computers and tablets. The success of our Yarraville Laughs and Yarraville Live Shows continued in the second half of the year with sell out shows for various shows, particularly during the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Our traditional members BBQ’s are on again this year with Grand Final Day and Melbourne Cup Day BBQ’s locked in. Pekish will provide great food on both these days. We are also happy that our School Holiday “Mad Monday” movie days are becoming very popular with the young families in the area. This is an indication that as a Community Club, we are moving into all aspects of entertainment for all age groups. See inside for more information on all upcoming events for the whole family during Spring/Summer 2015. I also wish to remind all Members that our Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday 22nd November 2015 at Yarraville Club from 11am. We encourage all Members to attend the AGM as it is a way for Members and the Board of Directors to come together and discuss the Club. On behalf of the Board of Directors, I wish to thank you all once again for your continued support as loyal members of Yarraville Club. Please enjoy this issue of our Lifestyle Magazine and feel free to submit your feedback to info@yarravilleclub.com.au. We welcome your feedback. Yours sincerely.
Chris Byrne
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Occasions YARRAVILLE
Jazz and Swing Festival
Following the success of this great event last year the Victorian Jazz Club is returning to the Yarraville Club for another Sunday Session with 5 great bands. Bookings are made directly through the Jazz Club, contact is Marg Hendrie Victorian Jazz Club Inc. Phone: 9553 3850 Mob. 0413 318707 Email: mhendrie35@optusnet.com.au
PRIZES FOR BEST DRESSED
Grab some friends and plan for a day of comfort this Ladies Day. Our Oaks Day luncheon is excellent value with a complimentary glass of bubbly, gourmet 2 course buffet lunch and afternoon tea for $45 per person. Prizes for best dressed, form guides and a TAB at your finger tips, avoid the madness of the track and spend a day with friends in the comfort of your Club with a delicious spread from pekish. Members see calendar voucher – book a table of 10 and pay for 9 (enjoy your day for free). Direct link to bookings http://www.trybooking.com/iiaz Club
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We may have only just celebrated Christmas in July, but the time has come where organised families are taking the headache out of Christmas Day. Tickets are on sale now at trybooking.com – book early to avoid disappointment. Bookings must be made and pre paid online to be confirmed, the restaurant and club staff are unable to process bookings. If booking as a group please provide family name at time of booking to ensure groups are seated together on the day. Direct link to bookings http://www.trybooking.com/GPQW Club OCCASIONS MEMBERS
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As the football season fires up into finals, our annual FREE Grand Final Day BBQ and our Melbourne Cup Day Free BBQ are dates to lock into your diaries. Members and guests welcome, visit your club to watch the game and the race that stop our nation and enjoy a great feed.
Following the success in recent years of our Grand Final Day Gala Event, the opportunity is available once again to win a VIP Package for yourself and 5 friends. Enjoy the thrills of the game with our new big screen in your own sectioned off area. The Prize includes personal waiter service, A $150 BAR TAB AND FREE FOOD.
Just spend $20 anywhere in the venue to qualify for entry. Club OCCASIONS
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Members YARRAVILLE
Our Christmas in July Gala evening was held on Saturday 25th July and what a fantastic night it was.
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Gala EVENT
A big thank you to all who attended. On the night we offered our loyal customers an extra chance to win by holding spot draws. The night was full of laughs, excitement, and a bit of background music in the Members Lounge area by the young and extremely talented Jesse, who is now a regular in our Bistro music line-up. Our prizes comprised of 30 gift vouchers, supporting the local traders of Yarraville Village. Being so unique, it is important for us to keep the Yarraville Village bustling. Not to mention the $1000 cash and members draws: Apple I watch and trip to Hamilton Island. Special mention to Endota Day Spa Yarraville who also donated $100 on top of our already ordered vouchers, and also to Robert Oatley Wines who once again donated the Hamilton Island trip to our members. Thank you to all of our wonderful members that made the evening special and we are very much looking forward to the next one.
Congratulations to all Prize Winners!!! Bruce & Eunice with their Gala Night winnings
YARRAVILLE CLUB STAFF PROFILE : Riley Hailing from Brisbane in sunny QLD, Riley has been a part of the Yarraville Club Team since Nov 2014. A Multi talented young chap in the arts, Riley is an aspiring actor, a writer and singer/songwriter. WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT THE YARRAVILLE CLUB?: "The nice relaxed customers and friendly staff" WHAT DO YOU DO IN YOUR SPARE TIME?: "I’m an actor who enjoys playing squash, seeing movies, eating and being a daredevil - I enjoy challenges which place me out of my comfort zone" WHEN YOU GROW UP, YOU WANT TO BE: "James Bond" Next time you’re in, Say hello to Riley… if you are lucky you may catch him ‘walking to the basement’ or ‘galloping to the gaming room’.
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Members 100th Year ANZAC Commemorative Service
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The Returned Service League Yarraville Sub Branch held a Commemorative Service at Yarraville Club on Saturday April 18. Over 200 people turned up for this very special and moving service, starting with a March which assembled at the Yarraville Train Station at 10.00am and made their way to Yarraville Club. President, Mr Ted Page opened the service by welcoming all those present, followed by Hymns, Prayers and the Wreath Laying Ceremony. Refreshments were provided by Pekish and Yarraville Club after the Service, and all attendees had a chance to catch up and have a beer with their mates. Two Up was also organised in The Atrium by Kate Barron and this was also a huge success. All in all it was a fitting tribute to those gone before us and it was wonderful to see so many people making the effort to attend and be part of this 100 Year Anzac Commemorative Service.
MEMBERS COMMUNITY BUS If you are a Yarraville Club Member and want to come along for a night out, don’t forget our Community Bus operates on Friday and Saturday nights. To book please call 9689 6033. If you are interested in using the Community Bus for special Community outings, please call the Club to check regarding availability.
Membership Don’t forget Members can take advantage of our great Monthly Calendar Offers during 2015. *Please check your 2015 Calendar for full details of these offer and terms of use of Vouchers.
SEPTEMBER • 2 for 1 Lunch or Seniors Meal • Footy Finals Fever - $7.00 Boags Draught Jug • 2 for 1 Beverage Offer
OCTOBER • Free Pekish Dessert – Free Dessert of your choice with Purchase of 2 Main Meals • $5 Function Bar Discount during Yarraville Live or Yarraville Laughs Shows • Free Cider Offer
NOVEMBER
• Cup Week Complimentary Beverage • Ladies Oaks Day Lunch (Free Lunch Voucher) Book for 10 Pay for 9
• Melbourne Cup Day Mystery Bet
DECEMBER • Xmas Gift Ideas – Purchase a $70.00 Pekish Voucher and pay only $50.00 • Receive 10 Free Entries into Christmas Promotion During December 2015 • Merry Christmas Members – Spend $100 in Pekish during the month of December and receive a $25.00 voucher to spend in January 2016.
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March kicked into high gear with our Melbourne International Comedy Festival acts at Yarraville Club. First up was the hugely talented Heath Franklin’s “Chopper – Repeat Offender” show which drew a great crowd who were thoroughly entertained. “Chopper” certainly had everyone laughing from start to end.
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Em Rusciano
The Doug Anthony All Stars returned for 4 amazing sell out shows exclusively at Yarraville Club. All the DAAS fans came back time and time again, (some all 4 nights!) This is a testament to the superb talent and enormous popularity of DAAS. Yarraville Laughs were proud to be able to bring Tim, Paul and Flacco back and hope you had a chance to see them at their very best. dy sher & Ju guests Ko l a ci e sp Effie with
“ The rapturous reception that greeted the Doug Anthony All Stars as they took to the stage of the Yarraville Club before an adoring 450-strong crowd made it deafeningly clear just how deeply they are still held in the affections of old-school comedy lovers” Jim Schembri, Herald Sun, March 28 2015 –
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Another Yarraville Club favourite, Effie, returned to full house shows and as always there were many laughs and lots of love. Effie has been a great supporter of Yarraville Laughs since the beginning and her fans keep coming to see her, from near and far! Check out the picture of a very young Nathan on Effie’s “Chopper” with lap - and see them together now at her last show here at Rita & Amie Yarraville Club. Following on from her sell out shows during the Comedy Festival, Yarraville Laughs were very excited to have the extremely talented Em Rusciano with her “Motherload” show in May. Two shows sold out in record time and the crowd just could not get enough of Em. In June, one of the funniest and fastest-rising comedians in the country, Joel Creasey (supported by Tommy Dassalo & Harley Breen, plus guest MC Matthew Hardy), performed at Yarraville Club. The crowd were treated to a night of great laughs by this amazing young talent – we would love to have Joel back again.
Yarraville Live kept rocking starting with a David Bowie tribute performed by a huge array of talented musicians. Songs from Bowie’s Young Americans and Diamond Dogs albums were featured in this tribute show. Bowie fans were out in force enjoying the night and singing along to their favourite songs. Another tribute show that had the room dancing was the KISS Alive Tribute, once again performed by a team of extremely talented muso’s playing some great music which had the crowd dancing to all their favourite KISS songs. A spectacular celebration of the 40th Anniversary Neil Young “Tonight’s The Night” and other Neil Young Classics was performed by the amazing Nick Barker & The Studio Instrument Rentals. This show drew a fantastic crowd and showed just how much people in the West are embracing the talent of the musicians playing these shows and having a great night out. Photo Beat Magazine
Together with James Young and Matthew Hardy, Yarraville Club thank all our members and guests who have supported us by coming along to Yarraville Club to enjoy great laughs and great music and to be entertained by some of the country’s most talented comedians and musicians. We strive to continue to provide you with more great talent and more great shows out in the West for the remainder of the year.
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www.yarravilleclub.com.au or www.yarravillelaughs.com and www.yarravillelive.com Keep Rocking and Keep Laughing.
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We are open with a
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Winter Warmers – Currently our Pekish Chef’s are cooking up a storm in the kitchen providing us with all those winter classics to keep out the cold. From traditional Curries, to hearty Soups and Homemade Pies, the specials menu continues to provide our patrons with heartwarming dishes which feel like a big hug in a bowl on these cold winter nights. We are, however, looking forward to an upcoming change in menu which will again reflect the change of seasons. Pekish Specials – Apart from the vast selection of Pekish Favorites in our dynamic menu, Pekish Specials provide our regular diners with a further choice of extra special dishes. The creative nature of our chefs which is encouraged by our Executive Chef Dave, enables our team to prepare premium dishes which go way beyond the realm of our ‘pub food – done well’ ethos. If there are any specials which have blown you away, please give us your feedback and we will consider adding them on to our main menu. Theme Nights - For those that are new to the Yarraville Club, Pekish Operate the following competitively priced theme nights… (not forgetting that kids eat free Monday to Thursday from 5.30pm-6.30pm with every main meal purchased) Monday – Ribs & Pizza Tuesday – 15 Flavour Parma Night Wednesday – Steak night with a choice of 4 Cuts & Many different Sides & Sauce
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BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Call (03) 9689 6033 to make your reservation
Spoil your Dad this Father’s Day with lunch or dinner at pekish. Specials guarantee to be all Dad’s favourites, book early to secure your table. Atrium and Restaurant bookings available, please advise whether children are part of your group to be guaranteed restaurant seating.
Our infamous Pekish Theme Nights have always been met with a positive turn out of enthused diners. Moreover recently we have been smashing all expectations and more now than ever it is highly recommended to book your table for these nights in advance to avoid disappointment. Bookings are encouraged everyday - Monday through to Sunday, but are especially important on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Please book a table in person with a member of our friendly staff or use the following details to book your table. Contact Pekish Directly on 03 9916 4861 – You may also utilize our voicemail system – Your booking will be automatically confirmed and we will only contact you if we have a problem accommodating your request. Online Bookings – book online for our Bistro @ www.yarravilleclub.com – You will receive a confirmation email once your booking has been confirmed. There are also a few other stand alone websites where you can book a table; such a dimmi, however we do not endorse this website and unfortunately on many occasions have found it to be extremely unreliable in securing patrons bookings. We look forward to seeing you at the club soon.
PEKISH STAFF AWARD: Charlotte Luziac As part of the ongoing development with the front of house team, an incentive program was introduced in order to improve and maintain customer service skills. Winner for this quarter was Charlotte Luziac who bagged an all expenses paid night in a Crown Metropol Suite. Charlotte has yet to choose her lucky companion to enjoy all that Crown has to offer.
STAFF PROFILE: Jemma Haldane, Sous Chef With a wealth of experience Jemma joined the Pekish Team 12 months ago. Originally hailing from just outside Edinburgh in Scotland, Jemma started her career at an early age of 16. Enthused with all aspects of cooking, she worked her way up through many reputable restaurants and eclectic bistros, and under the guidance of a few stern yet award winning head chefs, she became a force to be reckoned with in the hospitality industry. In order to further her career development, Jemma moved to Melbourne and spent 8 Years working for the Red Rock Group in PJ O’Brien’s Southbank. Upon leaving this role as Sous Chef, she brought her knowledge to the Pekish team and currently compliments our Head Chef Paul with the day to day running of the kitchen & implementation of new and exciting dishes to be enjoyed as daily specials and permanent Pekish favorites. Over the past three years, the Pekish back of house team has gone from strength to strength and currently we are excited to have the strongest, most consistent & qualified team to date. Club
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let b a T A U3 ng Traini U3A is a University in the original sense of the word; a community of people devoted to learning, and its members are in their third age of active retirement. In March this year a group from U3A arranged to meet at the Yarraville Club to learn how to use a Tablet for basic computer knowledge of Facebook, paying bills on the internet, internet banking, Skype, emailing etc. Yarraville Club offered to bring in a trainer for a period of time until everyone felt comfortable with the basics of learning to use their tablet. Lauren Broomhall came in to assist and taught the group how to confidently navigate their way around these functions. As a Community Club, we are pleased to be able to offer this service to U3A as it brings the group together socially every week, and by providing a trainer, they are receiving the benefit of actually learning new and exciting challenges. We look forward to continuing our support of these community groups.
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Our Morning Melodies continue to grow in popularity. Be sure to book with Rita if you would like to attend the next show.
Cut this original coupon and present with members card on arrival –
50% discount
on entry to September, October OR November Morning Melodies (valid for morning tea, lunch and show – normal value $20 cost with voucher only $10) Bookings essential.
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Fundraising Events
Functions
Please show your support and help us to help volunteers and organisations as they work tirelessly to raise money for excellent causes.
Both the Yarraville Club and pekish provide support to sponsored clubs and groups, as well as assisting groups and organisations with fundraising efforts for a range of causes. Some of the events we have been thrilled to support this year have been; The Seddon Branch of the Bendigo Bank teamed up with local businesses to provide a ‘pledge fund’ prize pool chipping in $6000 to kick things off. Yarraville Club held the event on 21 April where 18 inner-west community groups were invited to pitch their cause. 9 local sponsors participated and opened their cheque books to make this event possible and give away $500.00 each to these deserving community groups It was a great night and it bought home what community means to all those who attended, participated and sponsored this event.
Events to come this year include – Fun and Funky Fundraiser for Madeline and Alannah Foundation Saturday August 29th Boogie Nights 70’s and 80’s Disco Dinner Party.
Positive feedback from William Kelly from Gateway following the success of the Food Relief Dinner held on June 12th 2015. "the evening was an outstanding success, far beyond our expectations. I would like to thank your team at the Yarraville Club for all the support and the gift donation and subsidy that was provided to Gateway. Funds Raised: $34,075” On Friday June 19th Bailey Flints’ family and friends gathered in great fundraising spirit to ‘Keep Bay In USA”. Bailey is following his American Football dreams. Raising a phenomenal $25,000 towards the cause, they are congratulated on their efforts, which both pekish and The Yarraville Club were pleased to support. Rotary Against Family Violence On Friday May 15, Rotary Williamstown hosted a dinner at the Yarraville Club for this moveable cause. Colleen Hewett attended launching her CD as featured in the Herald Sun, article by Andrew Rule on Sunday November 29th. Colleen herself has revealed she was a victim of domestic violence, and as Andrew reported,”This year she heard a song by Darwin singer-songwriter Tracey Bunn and said, “I have to record that”. The result is Let Me Breathe, a stirring song that speaks for every woman who has ever suffered at the hands of a man. Now the Rotary movement has adopted it for a push to free families of violence.” The event was a success and once again we raise our hats to our local hard working Rotarians for their tremendous community efforts.
TICKETS ONLY $78
This event will SELL OUT. Get your tickets now. Book online at www.trybooking.com/IIWJ
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Rotary Toy Exchange – Saturday December 5th As held in previous years, Yarraville Rotary coordinate a fabulous Toy Exchange, where locals donate children’s toys, games and books. These can be donated to Yarraville Rotary, or can also be exchanged by the children with a point value system. They select more age appropriate toys donated by others so everyone leaves smiling. The toy exchange includes family entertainment across the day. So keep it in mind when doing your next child’s bedroom or garage cleanout.
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FREE Zumba classes continue in 2015 - with Jeni The Zumba Queen at the Yarraville Club every Tuesday at 11.30am
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Call Rita on 9689 6033 or email Zumba@yarravilleclub.com.au for more information or to make a booking.
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Australian National & Open Billiards Championship In June the Yarraville Club hosted the Australian National and Open Billiards Championships for the fourth consecutive year. The National championship was again won by Matthew Bolton from Western Australia, his 13th Australian Championship. In the final Matthew defeated former Australian champion and Yarraville club member David Collins. In the Open event, there was again a strong field with 8 International players from 5 different countries doing battle with the best from Australia. In a reverse of last year’s final, and in a very high quality match, 2013 World Champion Peter Gilchrist, representing Singapore, defeated Matthew Bolton. All players and officials were very complimentary of the playing conditions and facilities provided by the Yarraville Club, and trophy recipients all expressed their gratitude that club members give up access to the tables to host this important event.
Car Park Poles Removed We are very pleased to report that the poles in the car park have been removed. Our Chairman, John Papazisis mentioned at the last AGM that he would make sure these were removed this year. The promise was kept and here is the picture to prove it.
Lance Pannell Classic 2015 Yarraville Club once again hosted the Lance Pannell Classic. This year the Classic had 63 entries, and after winning 13 of 17 frames to get to the Grand Final, Adrian Ridley won his 2nd Lance Pannell Classic in 3 years defeating Kurt Dunham 4/2. Neil Alison was the referee for this great match that was over in a short time as Adrian was in a rush to get to Bendigo. Adrian was runner up to Ben Judge from W.A. in the City Of Melbourne snooker tournament last month and they both got wild cards to have a go at the professionals at the Australian Snooker Goldfields Open. Adrian is the first Aussie wild card to get to the 2nd round of the professional tournament. Well done to Adrian, Kurt and to all the players and referees that participated in this great tournament. Trophies supplied by Henry Chetcuti Picture Frames 0403 372 144
COMMUNITY CLUBS @ YARRAVILLE CLUB NEWS AND CONTACT DETAIL UPDATES FROM OUR RESIDENT CLUBS DARTS CLUB email Jason jasonhooten@hotmail.com SNOOKER CLUB email Colin colin.cd@bigpond.net.au CHILDREN’S CHESS CLUB Contact Tony Davis zugszwang@bigpond.com or 0408 306 063 INDOOR BOWLERS CLUB Contact Margaret Bugg ph 03 9399 8620, Mob: 0439 976 123 GOLF CLUB – Social golf club playing Sundays (monthly) across Melbourne courses. Golfers of all ages and grades welcome to join our club. Cost is $35 per game, and a small fee applies if joining as a permanent member. If interested email Russell Campbell on russ.suz@iinet.net.au or call 0404 335 159.
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Includes snack box dinner and juice box (orders taken on arrival) Kids meal served 6.15pm YARRAVILLE YARRAVILLE
Adult meal area in function room (must be booked) Parents enjoy a pekish meal while the children are entertained.
Bookings essential: www.trybooking.com.au or direct link http://www.trybooking.com/IJKF
Puzzle Page
Don’t forget that when you are next visiting pekish bistro, ask our friendly staff for a Gironomo colouring in page to keep you busy whilst you wait for your yummy food‌.
Y A R R A VI L LE C L U B T EAM M E M B E R S Christopher Byrne Secretary manager@yarravilleclub.com.au Kate Barron Operations Manager Yarraville Club, kateb@yarravilleclub.com.au Rita Looke Administration, Yarraville Laughs & Live Shows, Morning Melodies rlooke@yarravilleclub.com.au Amie Reynolds Functions & Business Manager or Micheal Richens Functions Manager functions@yarravilleclub.com.au David Wertiechowski Owner Operator & Executive Chef pekish @ Yarraville Dafinefood@gmail.com
Ciaran Kelly Restaurant Manager pekish @ Yarraville contactpekish@gmail.com Ryan Ebert Social Media Consultant socialmedia@yarravilleclub.com.au General Enquiries info@yarravilleclub.com.au Website www.yarravilleclub.com.au Main Reception 03 9689 6033 James Young Cherry Rock, Yarraville Live & Yarraville Laughs Promoter jamesyoung@cherryrock.com.au
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