NEWSLETTER 9th September 2010
WELCOME
President John Stevens is expecting to welcome 80 guests who have accepted to attend the first ANZROC luncheon at the award winning eco friendly new ANZ Headquarters at 833 Collins Street on Thursday 9th December. Members who have accepted and have not been seen for some time include Christine Baker, Eric and Wendy Black back from their annual Queensland holiday, Anne Blashki from Shepparton, Barbara Bruce, Ken Crawford, Linda Davidson, new member Helen Felstead for the first time, Barb Gardiner, Ron Horne, Erwin Jones, Peter Keating, Ian McCormick, Dennis Murphy, Maria Natoli, Reg Nicolson, Ian Peterkin, Jeff Pitt, Sandra Street, Warren Taylor and June Thompson.
Ms Aggie Aitken, Program Director, Global Services & Operations, ANZ, has agreed to speak briefly at the meeting. She was very highly involved in the development and delivery of the ANZ Centre project, and will have some very interesting things to talk about.
APOLOGIES
Noel Beanland, Dave Brookman, John Brown, Geoff Burton, Rae Collins, Barbara Griffen , Charles Griss, Frank Hatfield, John Hawkins, Louis Hebrard, Tess Hondros, Bernadette and Wayne Hulbert, Ian Ince, Jim Martin, John McPhee, Maggie Murray, Diane Newton, Peter Nyga, Robin Peatfield, Bill Robinson, Bruce Seamons, Don Taylor, Julie Wilkins, Glenda White, Murray Wood
NEW MEMBERS
Bailey D.N. (Derek) 18 years ANZ
Bramwell T.M.C. (Tom) 39 years ANZ
Loucas H.T. (Harry) 44 years ANZ
We look forward to seeing Dean Tom and Harry at one of our meetings.
BEREAVEMENTS
Biddlecombe G.W. Guy 23/8/2010 100 years
Guy enlisted in the Australian Army in July 1940 and was promoted to Captain and then Major of 14/32 Australian Infantry Battalion when discharged in April 1947
Lee B.R. Brian 8/7/2010 90 years
Brian enlisted in the Australian Army in Townsville in January 1942 and on his discharge in May 1946 had been promoted to Lieutenant of 2nd NG Infantry Battalion.
Our sympathies are extended to family and friends.
HONORARY BIRTHDAYS
The following Honorary members will be enjoying a birthday during September and we pass on congratulations from our members for your birthdays: Bill Boucher (83), Dave Brookman (87), Barbara Bruce, Valda Clarke, George Cooper (81), Geoff Elliott (82), Reg Evans (90), Don Fraser (85), Stan Goulding (84), John Hogarth (84), Ralph Howden (86), Alan James (84), David Kennedy (86), Ron Marshall (87), Ron Smith (82), Les Whitney (104), Murray Wood (88),
INTEREST RATES
From 1/9/2010 less than $20,000 2.95%
greater than $20,000 3.78%
LETTERS
Graeme Ainscough sending his thanks for the birthday greetings says like most members the year was a mixture of highs and lows. The birthday celebrations had to be deferred due to family illnesses with one daughter having to spend a week in hospital recovering from a serious infection. However he was able to see his beloved North Melbourne footballers winning at MCG and watch his Cheltenham baseball team get into the Grand Final for the 4th consecutive year. Graeme and wife June are off to the Voyager Resort on the Gold Coast for a few weeks to catch up with their old neighbours from Glen Waverley and also Jim O’Sullivan who would be known to keen racegoers as a long time trainer who has now settled in the Gold Coast. Their move to Patterson Lakes has been a great success after the trauma of settling/moving out and moving into the new home in one day. They will be busy in 2011 with their daughter’s wedding planned for September.
David Barr told me he has just returned from caravanning in far Northern Queensland after 9 weeks away from the Victorian winter.
Clive Bayley writes that he has just returned from 3 months in UK and is still wading through the mail but he and wife Margaret had a great holiday.
Huck Bourke recently returned from a trip to Scotland and Ireland to find John Vanselow’s Birthday card amongst six weeks of mail. Huck’s a bit late in his reply but he was a lot later last year when John gave him a personal note for the 60th but Huck didn’t get around to replying due to the pressures of retirement! He hopes to catch up at the next ANZROC golf day. On the subject of golf, Huck and wife Sandy’s recent trip included a privately arranged tour of several of the past British Open courses which were quite a challenge, particularly as his game had gone backwards after taking lessons shortly before departure. First lesson in golf – don’t get a lesson!
Sandy played to her normal high standard which gets a bit demoralising – his golf got a lot better in Ireland and the courses were more spectacular – they will be back there in the future.
Barbara Bruce emailed her thanks to Kathy Trace for the birthday card which arrived right on time. Barbara celebrated with 9 other ANZ Bank friends at the RACV Club which was most enjoyable. It is great to keep in touch with friends and to celebrate each other's birthdays.
John Fearnley emailed a short message to thank Kathy for the birthday card sent on behalf of the Club. John looks forward to the monthly newsletter and often reflects upon the names of the "birthday boys and girls" mentioned therein and of his association with many of them during his career in the bank.
Barbara Gardiner emailed thanks to Kathy for sending out those birthday greetings on time! She has had another busy year with U3A Nunawading activities as well as a trip to London and another to Singapore during the year. Barbara is looking forward to lunch at Docklands as it should be a great day especially for the camera enthusiasts.
John Glasson writing his thanks for the birthday wishes for his 88th says his health is fine which is a good thing and says it is his 29th year of retirement.
Denis Gleeson emails that the birthday wishes were waiting for him when he returned from the winter holidays in Queensland.
Charles Griss says yet again he is an apology for the September meeting and any activities between 3rd September and 3rd October. This time it is not “business” but the fact that Charles and wife Angela are heading to the UK-Scotland, Lake District and Cornwall, half of the time with friends and the other half driving around themselves. Looking forward (but not to the bill!) to a night out at Rick Stein’s Restaurant in Padstow in Cornwall. He hopes to make a few lunches next year if not earlier.
John Hawkins emails that he and wife Helen returned from New Zealand just before the earthquake struck in Christchurch. He is an apology for Thursday’s meeting as its Helen’s birthday.
Louis Hebrard emails once again he received birthday wishes from the Club, signed by Kathy. The card was a welcomed addition to a happy day with the family. Louis is keeping very well fortunately and life is great.
June Hoskin writes thanks for remembering her birthday which she enjoyed with a family luncheon. The receipt of her card was very much appreciated.
Ian James emailed his thanks to the committee for the birthday card for his 70th and especially to John Vanselow for his personal good wishes. Ian and wife Anne recently caravanned up the Centre and east to the Queensland coast. Looks like they may have passed John and Lois on the way! They made a "diversion" from Alice Springs by flying to Darwin and took a cruise by small ship to Broome. It was a wonderful way to explore the coast and see the rugged, colourful remote Kimberley’s, aboriginal art and wildlife. A real adventure. Ian and Anne are now spending a few weeks on the Sunshine Coast then back to Albury at the end of September.
Frank Jones writing on his 87th says he is handicapped mainly in the legs and with heart problems but he is still on the planet. Frank is in good hands however as he tells me that his 6 children are all involved in medicine which includes 6 children and grandchildren in nursing, three grandchildren undergoing nursing training, one studying medicine, and others in clinical work and a grandson is an ambulance officer while two other grandsons are structural engineers… not bad for a bank clerk. Frank enjoys reading the monthly newsletters.
Bruce and Nancy Mathrick let me know that they are heading off to China on 8th September for a few weeks of relaxation and exploration.
John McConnell emails many thanks for the kind birthday greetings. They are always greatly appreciated. John also wanted to pass on his best wishes to all on the excellent role played by the Committee.
Dick Milnthorpe emailing his thanks for the birthday greetings says it’s always nice to hear the news from 'down under' and he appreciates the newsletters. Dick says he thinks it was about two years ago when he wrote about the trip he and wife Pat had to the Canadian Rockies and Alaska, the following year they took a Cruise Liner (Oriana) through the Panama Canal and on to Auckland via San Francisco and Hawaii, which was very interesting - particularly the passage through the Panama Canal. They can now say they have been across the States by land, sea and air! This last year they left Melbourne on the Aurora and returned to UK via Fremantle (Dick tells his Aussie friends that the trip to Fremantle by sea from Melbourne is more scenic than the overland route!) and thence home via Phuket, Singapore, Mauritius, Durban and Cape Town. They had a great close up view of Krakatau on the way, and of course enjoyed a ride up Table Mountain. Dick and Pat will be back in Mornington again this year, staying until the end of March (gives their tomato plants a chance!), but will give the ship a miss this time and travel both ways by air. Hopefully, England will make a decent show of it in the Ashes series.
Peter O'Dwyer emails his thanks for the Birthday Greetings. Peter and wife Joan thankfully continue to enjoy life in Yarrawonga, after 18 years of retirement, which in his case was preceded by 43 years, 6 months and 17 days of service with ANZ and Bank of Australasia.
Lesley Orchard one of my colleagues during the Esanda days was wishing me a good trip to UK and said she doesn’t get back to UK too often these days , mainly just to visit friends as she is now hooked on cruises with 4 already booked for the next 12 months. So relaxing.
Les Roberts writing from Portland on his 73rd says he still looks back with great pleasure being with John Vanselow at the “Coffs” Christmas barbecues. Les says that Portland now seems to be the “Blue fin Tuna” capital of Victoria. He is still inviting any travellers to have a meal with him on a stopover.
Bruce Robertson emails his thanks for the Birthday Greetings from Kathy Trace that was awaiting Bruce and wife Glennis on their return from Fiji where they spent time with their family to celebrate the event. Must say that it was most enjoyable, the people are so friendly and helpful especially with the young children. The year has flown by with numerous trips from their home in Runaway Bay Qsld. to Wollongong to look after the grand children and several trips to Melbourne the last being to help Glennis's Mum celebrate her 90th birthday. They are on call for a further trip to Wollongong to again baby sit the grand children whilst their son David and his wife Maree fly to Chile to check on housing and schools prior to taking up a role in Antofagasta. Looks like holidays will be in Chile for the next few years!
Jack Stewart writing from Whiteheads Creek thanking Kathy Trace for the best wishes on his 75th says the drought has broken there and the yearly rainfall at the end of July was 459 mm some 223mm more than at the same time in 2009. Jack says he has been out of ANZ for 20 years.
John Vanselow’s final report on his and wife Lois’s trip for 2010 begins at their departure from Mt Isa on 4th August for Barkly Homestead, then on to Daly Waters, Katherine and Kununurra where they spent 5 days. At Kununurra they took a Sling Air flight at 9am over the Ord River Irrigation area, Lower Ord River, Wyndham, Cambridge Gulf and Adolphus Island before reaching the Coast. Then some low level flying over Berkeley River Gorge, King George Falls to Kulumburu and on across Port Warrender and Crystal Head followed by sweeping orbits of the Mitchell Falls before touching down at Mitchell Falls for refuelling. Then they took off for lunch at Drysdale Station with the return flight via El Questro, Emma Gorge, and views of the setting sun on the western Walls of Cockburn Gorge. A fantastic day arriving back at 5pm. They left the Caravan at Zebra Rock Gallery and departed on the planned Camping trip into the Bungle Bungles and El Questro Station. 5 nights were spent in Bungle Bungles with walks into Cathedral Gorge, Domes Walk, Piccaninny Gorge and Echidna Chasm. Interesting camping spot with toilet available and they were able to use their new sola shower. The trip in and out was very rough taking 2 hours for the 53Klm. On to El Questro for 5 nights with a tour into Explosion and Chamberlain Gorges finishing with champagne and nibbles at Branco’s lookout. Roughest road they have ever been on and glad it was in an El Questro vehicle. Other locations visited were Zebedee Springs, Jackeroos Waterhole, Moonshine and El Questro Gorges. Weather very hot between 35/40 degrees. Back to Kununurra to collect Caravan and vote. Even worse they had to stand in a queue for 2 hours in 40 degree heat to cast their votes. Heat continued from Kununurra to Katherine until they reached Tennant Creek and as Alice Springs was booked out for a Truck Convention they passed through to Stuart Wells Roadhouse. They should arrive in Melbourne around 4th September in time for John to join members at Docklands for lunch. They are both well in the cooler Victoria and the Landcruiser was running beautifully on the return trip.
Glenda White reports that she is off to Hong Kong again in October and November.
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Terry Boocock, Geoff Burton, Bob Challis, Geoff Christensen, Geoff Christmas, Justin Clezy, Rob Goldsworthy, John Gunn, Stan Halbish, Trevor Hart, Peter Harvey, Eddie Hassett, Andy Herd, David Hughes, Kevin Kelly, Vito Laruccia, Don Maguire, Max McKoy, Tony Nimmo, Glynn Parry-Jones, David Phelps, Tom Phillips, Alan Potter, Barry Reid, Wayne Taylor, Warren Thomas, Mike Watts, Maurice Wells, Merv Williams
ANZROC QSLD, NSW, SA, TAS, WA
MATTERS OF INTEREST
ANZROC MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTIONS
Subscriptions for ANZROC membership for 2010/2011 are now due and the separate advice for renewal of subscriptions follows. The subscriptions remain unchanged at $12.00 for Metropolitan members and $6.00 for Country and Interstate members.
Honorary Members please note: – you do not pay any subscription
This year members can make payments electronically to ANZROC through your internet banking facilities making certain that your personal details in the “payee information” section i.e. Name and Initial are shown so that we can record the receipt as often the funds are received with no details provided…as a failsafe members can send the renewal slip to Ron Adams advising that payment has been made through internet banking.
The ANZROC account details are as follows:
ACCOUNT NAME: ANZ BANKING GROUP RETIRED OFFICERS’ CLUB (Victoria)
BSB: 013 350
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 3064 51947
Members’ can now receive newsletters electronically within a few days of our meetings. If you want to receive the newsletters promptly then include your e-mail address on the subscription renewal form below:
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ANZROC SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL FORM
ANZ RETIRED OFFICERS CLUB (VIC)
Subscriptions are due and payable to ANZROC Vic and posted to Ron Adams PO Box 579, Malvern, Vic 3144, (phone No. 9821 0444) to reach Ron Adams prior to 31st October 2010.
The Annual Subscription is $12.00 for Metropolitan Members and for Country and Interstate Members the Annual Subscription is $6.00.
HONORARY MEMBERS – NIL
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E S& A BANK REUNION 20th OCTOBER 2010 in ADELAIDE
A reminder that the bi-yearly "Scottie Bank" Reunion Luncheon is to be held this year on Wednesday 20th October 2010 in Adelaide to commemorate 40 years since the merger with ANZ, and could possibly be the last one. The organiser of the reunion John Lauder can be contacted on 08 8381 7545 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for further details. The Guest of Honour this year will be Will Bailey who is making the trip across for the luncheon.
ANZROC HEALTH PLAN WITH NIB
Eric Wolske sent a brief update of progress with the take up of the “nib” products by our ANZROC members across all States. To date 29 ANZROC members have taken up the plan. Of these the majority are Victorian members, with 5 from NSW and 2 from Queensland. This has been a very good response in such a short period of time.
For those members, who have not considered the ANZROC plan and the benefits this can provide, Eric certainly encourages members to contact “nib” so they can provide a general comparison with your current fund and/ or quotation with no obligation.
Members can visit the ANZROC website at www.anzroc.nib.com.au for more detailed information about the plan. Alternatively, ANZROC members can speak directly with a “nib” consultant on 1800 13 14 63.
ANZROC ROSEBUD RSL LUNCHEON
Wednesday 29 September 2010
Last chance to join members and partners at the Rosebud RSL situated 117 Eastbourne Road Rosebud (near the corner of Jetty and Eastbourne Roads.) on Wednesday 29th September 2010.
A private room and bar has been made available for the function and it is proposed to meet at the Rosebud RSL around 12noon. The RSL Club provides a two course Seniors Luncheon (option of soup and main or main and sweets) and there is a range of selections for the seniors’ meal. There are more than 50 members and partners already booked in with David but there is room for more to enjoy a day on the Mornington Peninsula at the reasonable cost of $20 per head.
Please note that if you have not already done so, David or Neville would appreciate final acceptances for the Rosebud Luncheon by 17 September.
Contact David Knuckey: Ph 9551 0414, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or Neville Pearson: Ph: 9802 0187, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. “
10TH JIM COFFEY MEMORIAL GOLF DAY – TRARALGON GOLF CLUB - THURSDAY 18 NOVEMBER 2010
Once again we are inviting members and partners to join us at this popular annual event.
This may not be our last Golf Day at the Traralgon Club, but after 10 years it will be the final Jim Coffey Memorial Golf day and we are hopeful that many of those members who have supported this event in the past will return to help make this 10th and final anniversary a day to be remembered.
Talk to your ANZROC friends and come as a group to enjoy a relaxing mid-week round of golf and a great social evening amongst friends and past work-mates. Details are contained in the entry form attached to this newsletter,
THE ENTRY FORM IS INCLUDED AS A SEPARATE ATTACHMENT TO THIS NEWSLETTER
REMINDERS FOR YOUR DIARY
CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON - THURSDAY 9TH DECEMBER 2010,
VENUE – ANZ PAVILION, VICTORIAN ARTS CENTRE, ST KILDA ROAD, MELBOURNE
The Club will again hold the Annual Christmas Luncheon on Thursday 9th December 2010 at the ANZ Pavilion thanks to the generosity of ANZ Group for making this excellent venue available and subsidising the cost of the Christmas Luncheon. CEO Mike Smith and a number of Senior Executives will be attending and as CEO Mike Smith has agreed to speak to members during the luncheon we urge you to send your acceptances in early as we are restricted to 300 seats in the Pavilion. The invitation to the luncheon follows and the contribution towards the cost of the function has again been capped at $20---.
For those who wish to attend:
Complete and detach the Invitation “Acceptance Slip” and attach your cheque for $20—and return to John Duke AT PO BOX 253,MONTROSE, VIC 3765 as soon as practicable as numbers are limited. Cutoff date for members’ acceptances will be Monday 29th November, 2010
Keep the top half of the “Invitation” for presentation at the door of the venue on Thursday 9th December 2010. Refunds will not be paid unless advice is received by the President, Secretary, or Treasurer at least 4 days prior to the function – last minute cancellations are a waste of money as payment is made to the caterers on the numbers provided a week before the function.
This year members can make payments electronically to ANZROC through your internet banking facilities making certain that your personal details in the “payee information” section i.e. Name and Initial are shown so that we can record the receipt as often the funds are received with no details provided…as a failsafe members should send the invitation slip to John Duke advising that payment has been made through internet banking.
The ANZROC account details are as follows:
ACCOUNT NAME: ANZ BANKING GROUP RETIRED OFFICERS’ CLUB (Victoria)
BSB: 013 350
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 3064 51947
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ANZ RETIRED OFFICERS’ CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
INVITATION
To be held at the ANZ Pavilion
Victorian Arts Centre, St Kilda Road, Melbourne
THURSDAY 9TH DECEMBER, 2010
Admittance From 11.30 am
Drinks From 11.30 am
Luncheon From 12.30 pm
Please retain and present this portion at the door of the
Venue on the 9th December 2010
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ACCEPTANCE SLIP
ANZ RETIRED OFFICERS’ CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
Thursday 9th December 2010
Return this slip to: John Duke
PO Box 253, MONTROSE,Vic 3765
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AGM THURSDAY 11TH NOVEMBER 2010
A reminder that the AGM is on 11th November and any items for the AGM should be sent to the secretary before 8th November 2010.
Mr Charles Goode Past Chairman of ANZ Bank will be the guest speaker for the day.
NEXT MEETING
THURSDAY 14thOCTOBER 2010
MEETING IN MELBOURNE ROOMS ON 34TH FLOOR ANZ HEAD OFFICE 100 QUEEN STREET at 12 NOON
Our guest speaker for the October meeting is Saul Eslake of the Grattan Institute and previously Saul was Chief Economist for ANZ Bank. We expect that members would be interested in this discussion on current outlook on the economy from one of the foremost economists in Australia and we look forward to a sizeable attendance at this meeting.
Will you let John Stevens know by Friday 7thOctober2010 by e-mail (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) , phone ( 9439 6664) or return the attached notice to 140 Allendale Road, Eltham, 3095 so we can advise ANZ Security Desk the names of members attending.
Ron Adams
Secretary
ACCEPTANCE THURSDAY LUNCHEON 14TH OCTOBER 2010 FROM 12 NOON MELBOURNE ROOM 34TH FLOOR ANZ HEAD OFFICE 100 QUEEN STREET
To John Stevens I/we will be attending the Luncheon function at 140 Allendale Road on 14th October 2010 commencing at 12 noon
Eltham Vic 3095 .
Phone 9439 6664 or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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