newsletter june 2014

NEWSLETTER 12th June 2014

NEWSLETTER JUNE 12TH 2014

WELCOME

President John McPhee welcomed 55 members, partners, widows of past members and members of ANZ Ladies Club to Greensborough RSL Club for our June meeting. The formal matters were dealt with by Secretary Peter Pritchard and those present then enjoyed catching up with colleagues and friends. Members not seen for some time included Vicky Genius at her first meeting, our host for the day Dal Crocker who is Vice President of the RSL Club, Graham Bloom, Rino Frigo, Val Goldsworthy, Chris Griffith, Stan Halbish, Hedley Ham, Roy Harper, Frank Hatfield, Bob Lamb, Kevin Smyth and Brian Wills. We were also pleased to welcome Irene Bettonvil, Madge Latham, Heather McNutt and Julie O’Regan to this meeting and hope to see them again at our future meetings.

APOLOGIES

Graeme Ainscough, Clive Bayley, Angelo Biviano, Diane Carew, Don Davy, John Duke, Phil Dunstan, Jim Dusting , Col Edwards, Nola Forsyth, Elaine Haw, Con La Fauci, Ken Lee, Gary Mason, Noelene Noonan, Neville Pearson , Alan Podger, Maree Pritchard, Peter Nyga, Graeme Randall, Bruce Sanderson, Bob Stamps, John Vanselow, Doug Westcott, Glenda White, Julie Wilkins, David Woods

NEW MEMBERS

Nielsen S.J. (Steve) 26 years ANZ

Nye K.G. (Kym) 31 years ANZ

Sandow G.W. (Geoffrey) 31years ANZ

Weybury K. R. (Keith) 46 years ANZ

Young B. G. (Brian) 47 years ANZ

We look forward to meeting Steve, Kym, Geoffrey, Keith and Brian at one of our meetings .

BEREAVEMENTS

Hart T. J. (Trevor) 71 years 30/4/2014

Jill Paterson sent me a report on the memorial service for Trevor Hart held at Camberwell Grammar School that was packed with more than 250 families and friends in attendance .Trevor

would have loved a “Standing Room Only” service and it was a tribute to him as a fine person and a true gentleman. His former bank colleagues knew of his work in preserving our banking history but he also earned the respect of the many other organisations he had worked with as their archivist and historian. It was a sad time but a very fitting tribute to a man we all knew and loved. Jill said that she saw ANZROC members Brian Christensen, Linda Davidson, Andy Herd, Stan Lancaster, with past ANZ colleagues Rhonda Barry and John and Heather Kelly in the 250 attendees and there may have been others at the service.

A copy of the tribute to Trevor that appeared in the AGE newspaper is posted on our ANZROC website.

Keck J.W. (John) 94 years 16/5/2014

John Keck joined the Australian Army in July 1942 and at date of discharge in March 1946 was Captain of the HQ Command AASC3 Aust Div. Brian Christensen recalled meeting John when Brian was working at Titles Office Branch and Viv Paul was manager. Across the road John was manager of the Lonsdale Street Branch .Viv and John were firm friends and colleagues.

If members have more details of John’s time with ANZ please let me know.

Kinna J.B. (Brian) 85 years 18/5/2014

Frank Edwards advised me that he and Mark Stankovich went along to Brian Kinna's farewell service. There was a large turnout and they spotted a few familiar faces in the congregation, including Lawrie Foord and Bevan Ranford, among others.

Frank Edwards and Murray Abraham established that Brian was a Scottie lad who went through the ranks in the branch system before going into Lending later in his career. There was mention at his farewell of time spent in PNG, but no more explanation, and it was said that on his retirement, Will Bailey told him "you've done good, Kinna." Lawrie Foord also said he can recall Brian being involved in the opening of the ES&A Savings Bank, working in Royal Bank Branch as a Senior Lending Officer and managing several branches including Moorabbin East. Mattila N.E. (Norm) 92 years 27/5/2014

Norman enlisted in the Australian Amy in August 1942 and served in the 2/27 Australian Infantry Battalion in New Guinea in the battles at Shaggy Ridge in WW2 and on discharge in December 1945 had the rank of Lance Corporal. Frank Edwards attended Norm's send-off. The church was full and Frank felt he was the sole ROC representative. At the service a piper played at the entrance of the Church and a bugler played the Last Post at the end of the service. Frank worked briefly with Norm at Mentone in the early 1950's and later when he was relieving at 457 Elizabeth Street where Norm was one of the tellers. As a ten pound Pom just off the boat and new to banking Frank greatly appreciated Norm’s kindness and help in those early days. David Knuckey also told me that Norm’s career was interrupted by two armed hold ups at branches at which he was present and he later spent time working with David in city branches. One of nature's gentlemen.

Murdoch B.J. (Brian) 82 years 22/5/2014

John Vanselow reported that Brian started his career at 394 Collins Street and that John first met him at Northern Branch and in 54/55 when Brian was Manager of the Toorak Drive in Branch. Brian also managed branches at Frankston, Footscray, and Suva Fiji. His forte was in the lending area and retired as an Auditor of Corporate lending and visiting such branches as Fiji and Vanuatu. Brian was a Life Member of ANZ Staff Club sharing many years on the committee with John Vanselow, John Brown, Neville Pearson and Brian Christensen and was also on the committee of ANZROC when I joined the committee in November 2000. He was a staunch supporter of ANZROC events until recently when his health deteriorated and he will be missed by many ANZROC members.

Dick Sanders advised me that he attended the funeral for Brian Murdoch and it was very well

supported by ANZ retired officers – men and ladies and partners. Brian was a well respected and

well liked member of the bank and the crowd attending attested that. The attendees were able to

make contact with old friends and renew common memories. Members seen at Brian’s service

included Bob Bell, John Brown, Jock Buntain, John Caudry, Brian Day, Frank Edwards,

Alan Forrest, Graham Joseph, Barry King, Kevin Mitchell, Graham Morgan, John Parkes

Dennis Rice, Neil Sharman, Bruce Tickell, Kathy Trace, John Vanselow. Others were immediate

family and friends including those from interstate with members from Probus and Rossdale Golf

Club where Brian and John Vanselow were members for more than 50 years . A fitting farewell.

Smith R.W. (Ronald) 75 years 5/4/2014

Jackie Smith emailed to say Ronald always enjoyed receiving the newsletter and reading about people he remembered working with. He was proud of his long commitment to the bank from an early age when he began work at the ES&A, right through to his retirement at age 55. Ronald and Jackie retired to Merimbula and his loss is greatly felt.

Members stood for a few moments in remembrance of Trevor, John, Brian, Norman, Brian and Ronald and our condolences are extended to their families and friends.

Helen Hill widow of our past Honorary Member and supporter of ANZROC Rod Hill wrote to thank members after receiving a copy of the May newsletter which she and the family greatly appreciated. Helen said that Rod would have been very thrilled to have had so many old mates turn up to say goodbye at his funeral service. Helen has written to those ANZROC members who left addresses but passes on her thanks and that of all of their families to those she was not able to contact.

Elaine Provan, daughter of our past Honorary Member and great supporter Charles Rennie emailed me after receiving a copy of the May newsletter “Thank you so much for forwarding the newsletter to me I shall pass it on to my sister who will also enjoy reading about your news and activities. Everyone in the Bank has been very kind, offering condolences and word of praise for our dear Dad. He really did enjoy the times he visited with the ANZROC members and had very fond memories of his colleagues.”

Graham Bloom advised that his colleague Graeme Harrison who was an enthusiastic player in the ANZ Cricket team passed away recently and Graeme would be remembered by ANZROC members.

HONORARY BIRTHDAYS

The following Honorary members will be enjoying a birthday during JUNE and we pass on

Congratulations from our members for your birthdays: Les Ager (83), Bill Gardiner (83), Bob

Lamb (80), Jim Martin (92), Geoff Meggs (86), Ray Murphy (84), Tom Portelli (80), Reg Roberts

(86), Roy Sloggett (82), Barry Theobald (90), James Trimble (86), Ern Walton (83), Roger

Watkins (83), Kevin Watson (85), Ray Whitehead (88), John Williams (84), Elaine Willmott,

Brian Wills (83),

INTEREST RATES

From 1/6/2013

Less than $20,000 1.70%

Greater than $20,000 2.18%

I noted in the ANZROC NSW newsletter that at the ANZROC NSW lunch they were advised that retired officers are receiving a bonus 1.4% interest on their ANZ Online Savers Accounts above the current carded rate of 2.5% To receive this benefit it is necessary to phone ANZ on 1800 155 261 and supply them with the account number applicable and they will also seek your security code word to authenticate your call. The bonus is only granted for a specific period of approximately 4 months and it is necessary to phone and have the bonus rate extended/reinstated at the due date advised to the account holder when they first negotiate the rate.

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Neville Pearson back from his overseas travels with wife Cheryl was unable to attend our June luncheon that he had organised with Dal Crocker at Greensborough RSL as he was called in by his surgeon to have an operation on his ankle and while waiting he penned this short poem to apologise for his non attendance….

I WAS SITTING IN THE LOUNGE ROOM FEELING QUITE FORLORN

WHEN I WAS AWOKEN BY THE TELEPHONE, IT SOUNDED LIKE A HORN

IT WAS THE SURGEONS SECRETARY WHO ASKED, “ TOMORROW ARE YOU FREE”

WE CAN FIX YOUR “STUFFED UP ANKLE”, ALBEIT FOR A FEE

WE HAVE HAD A CANCELLATION YOU CAN FILL IF YOU ARE ABLE

DARN’ I THOUGHT, I’D RATHER BE WITH ANZROC DRINKING AT A TABLE

THEN WE CAN OPERATE IN THREE MONTHS AS OUR DIARY SHOWS NOUGHT SOONER

THAT IS WHEN THE PAIN TOOK HOLD AND I SCREAMED OUT LIKE A CROONER

MY “LOCK IT IN “EDDIE” WORDS RANG CLEARLY IN HER EAR

AND ON THE DOORSTEP THERE I WAS, I HAD OVERCOME MY FEAR

NOW THE ENDING TO THIS STORY IS FULL OF HOPE YOU SEE

THE OP, IT WENT OFF REALLY WELL, THOUGH I WILL HAVE TO WAIT AND SEE

SO TO ALL MY FRIENDS AND MEMBERS THAT ENJOYED THE LUNCH I’M SURE

I APOLOGISE SINCERELY AND NEXT MONTH BE THERE FOR SURE

LETTERS

Bruce Avent says he was delighted to receive, once again, his birthday card; must be a real challenge but Kathy Trace would realize that all of us old relics are most grateful to her. Bruce thinks a lot of the oldies look forward to hearing about what is going on in the newsletter; each issue is very much enjoyed by him.

Apologies to Carole and Graham Bancroft in our May Newsletter as it was ANZROC member Carole sending her sincere thanks to Kathy and the members of ANZROC for her birthday card and the warm wishes for her 70th birthday which was celebrated with a dinner at Clover Cottage with Graham and family and close friends which was very special. Graham reminded me that he has passed 70 but has had some health issues, but with recent improvement they were able to celebrate Carole’s birthday in January by taking the cruise to New Zealand.

Darryl Bartlett emails thanks again to Kathy for the timely birthday greetings. Presently Darryl is in convalescent/rehab mode following major surgery to fuse 3/4/5 vertebra in his neck in March following MRI scans that indicated severe pressure on his spinal cord. This has thrown travel plans out the window for a while; however, Darryl and wife Ronda hope to be able to visit their daughter and family in Fiji come July/August, dependent on recovery of arthritic bones etc. They spent a lovely 6 weeks there last June July and the climate certainly beats Melbourne winter.

Mike Cooper emailing from Sebastopol sends his thanks for best wishes for his 70th birthday. Mike’s family and about 60 other friends gave him a “semi-surprise” party at Sebastopol Bowling Club. He says ‘semi” as Mike was aware of a minor celebration, but very pleasantly surprised at

the range and number who called in. Two days later they were presented with their 10th grandchild, which should be about the limit. Very little activity in their quite life at the moment. Down-sizing to a home unit in a very quite location was the best move for them. Small garden, and a little artificial grass means little maintenance and allows Mike and his wife to head off periodically in the caravan. He looks forward to receiving the newsletter each month, reading with interest the trials and tribulations of former workmates. Mike was saddened by the passing of John Keck, his first manager at 390 Lonsdale St and later at Royal bank Branch, and Brian Kinna when Accountant at Royal.

Lindsay Dell an old colleague of mine emails to thanks Kathy for his birthday card and the good wishes. Only news on the home front is that his MS has progressed to the point that limits his movements and not being allowed to drive he relies on his wife for any trips out of the house. Travel for holidays is very limited so they are pleased that they did a great deal of overseas touring before the condition worsened.

Jim Dusting sends his thanks for the recent birthday card, which arrived on time as usual .Jim will be missing for both the June and July meetings as he and wife Carole will be overseas but he will drop us a line during the trip to let’s know what’s going on.

Val Goldsworthy writes many thanks are due to Kathy Trace for a Birthday greeting happily received. Twenty four family enjoyed dinner on the Colonial Tramcar Restaurant and as ever a fine experience.

David Harkin emails to thank Kathy Trace, for the timely arrival of ANZROC’s birthday card as usual. The past year has been busy for David and wife Maureen, with house renovations and life in general. He once again took part in The Malebag Ride raising funds for the Prostate Cancer Foundation. This year they toured Tasmania from 15th to 23rd March and raised $170,000 and are still awaiting some promised sponsorship funds. This year’s ride was a lot easier with 6 days in Tasmania covering 1200 Klm, as compared to 4600Klm in 11 days on the Perth to Melbourne ride last year. The group “The Male Bag Ride” has now raised over $700,000 in 2 years for the PCFA. The group consists of 26 riders on ex-postie motor bikes and 3-4 support crew, and are now planning their next adventure where they will circumnavigate Victoria in November 2015.

David wishes to thank ANZROC for adding the PCFA & BCNA links to the website, and he especially encourages all males over the age of 40 to ensure they undergo annual tests to monitor this insidious disease.

John Harris emails many thanks to Kathy, the Committee and Members for the good wishes for his birthday on Anzac Day .The celebration with the family was most enjoyable. During the past year John and wife Colleen have enjoyed a couple of trips to London to see their son, daughter in law and the 3 grandchildren. In June they made a side trip to Spain and for Christmas/New Year were accompanied by their daughter, son in law and 2 grandchildren to enable all of the immediate family to enjoy Christmas and New Year together. It proved a memorable occasion. Colleen finds limited time to enjoy golf due to work commitments in their daughter and son in law's practice whilst John is still involved in Rotary, golf and tennis.

Graham Heenan emailing from Belmont says thank you for the birthday wishes. Not a lot to report for the last year - efforts have been towards house renovations and trips limited to within Victoria and ten days at Mooloolaba. All exotic activity deferred until next year.

Terry Heenan emailing from Leopold sends his thanks to Kathy for the birthday card received on the day. Terry’s health is gradually improving following a series of treatments, and he is looking forward to playing bowls and golf again.

Bernadette Hulbert emails her thanks to Kathy for sending her Birthday Card and the good wishes which arrived right on the day. Bernadette had a great day finishing with dinner with family.

David Kay writing from Alfredton thanks Kathy for her best wishes on his 70th birthday. It really was different for at the time the card would have arrived David and wife Gaye were on a ship sailing between Japan and Alaska and his birthday was celebrated with the normal cruise ship ceremony. On that evening the ship crossed the International Date Line and the next morning Tuesday began all over again with renewed celebrations. His Birthdays were two in two days without becoming a year older and that was something special. David and Gaye are packing soon for the annual caravan migration heading north.

Ailsa Mackie writes her thank you for the birthday greetings and it is indeed a pleasure to receive them each year and so promptly but it is a bit frightening that they seem to come so frequently Kathy does a wonderful job dispatching them.

Mike Nickell emails to express his thanks to Kathy and the ANZROC Committee on behalf of members for the good wishes expressed on the occasion of his 70th. The card arrived precisely on "the day" so the ANZ "diary system" is still true to form. Mike had a most enjoyable weekend shared with immediate family at "Lochinver" a self catering late 19th century farm house at Carisbrook Vic. An excellent venue for such an occasion. Mike has been most fortunate to have enjoyed a wonderful 3 score and 10 and hopefully the coming years will allow continued good health, the company of good friends including ANZROC members, travel for a while longer and the love and support of a wonderful family. Thankyou all again so much, we are fortunate to be part of a successful retirement club which keeps the fellowship bonds we gathered over the years together.

Peter Nyga emails that his birthday card arrived right on the day as usual. Please thank Kathy Trace for carrying out a fine job. Highlight of the day was a very nice birthday dinner at a bayside restaurant.

Alan Podger emails his thanks once again for the most welcome Birthday Greeting duly received on the actual day. With a recent visit to Gladstone, Qld to view the final performance of “Peter Pan” involving one grand daughter in the star role (and what a star), another younger grand daughter as a very winsome pirate and a daughter on piano in the orchestra – Alan and wife Judith just had to be there. They have now only just got back from a visit to Hobart including a cheese and oyster excursion to Bruny Island and with a bit of luck, a visit to the Gold Coast coming up to observe one grand son playing with Victoria in the under sixteens AFL competition. No bowls at present but still guiding at the MCG. Life never gets boring.

Barry Rogers would like to acknowledge, once again, the receipt of his birthday card from Kathy and the team. Barry very much appreciates the effort that goes into keeping track of us all and welcomes the contact with the club on the occasion. Unfortunately, due to work commitments he is unable to attend the monthly meetings, but looks forward each year to catching up with colleagues at the Christmas luncheon.

Bruce Sanderson emails his thanks for the clubs birthday wishes. Kathy Trace timed its arrival perfectly.

Terry Stapleton emailing from Cremorne NSW says thank you for the birthday card which arrived on the day of his 84th birthday. Another good year has gone by all too quickly for Terry and wife Maureen , but they continue to generally enjoy good health and lead reasonably active lives with plenty to do.......not a lot has changed although Terry is slower on the tennis court than he used to be.....most Tuesdays he enjoys lunch at the Wine and Food Society and as well is a member of a Book Discussion Group which meets on a weekly basis ....at present they are reading/discussing a book called “The Orphan Master’s Son” a Pulitzer Prize winning novel set in North Korea. Terry follows matters reported on the web page with interest and often finds cause for reflection.

Norma Thomas writing from Pialba (Qsld) says the good wishes on the occasion of her birthday were much appreciated. The day was celebrated with family members at a favourite restaurant overlooking the water.

Mike Vallence acknowledged receipt of the birthday card and to thank Kathy Trace and the Committee for the good wishes on his recent birthday

John White emails many thanks for the good wishes received on him reaching 3 score years + 10. ANZROC Members continue to be spoiled on their birthdays for, as usual; Kathy ensured the card arrived on precisely the right day. Whilst their Grandchildren keep them busy, John and wife Debby are gearing up for the annual 8 weeks getaway to Broadbeach. Meantime, he continues to enjoy monthly lunches with old (?) colleagues such as Messrs Cameron, Cashin, Kerwin, Routledge, Stapleton and Veenman where they share their solutions to the world's problems.

AND Wendy Black, Terry Brennan, David Crisp. Don Davy, Trevor Dodds, Phil Dunstan, Bob Grant, Stan Lancaster, Rolf Loebert, Phil McBean, Sue McCarthy, Janette McNamara, Bruce Morley, John Plunkett, Geoffrey Sandow, Glen Twidale, Roly Webster, Keith Westaway,

ANZROC QSLD, NSW, SA, TAS, WA

MATTERS OF INTEREST

ANZ/ANZROC PRIVILEGE PACKAGE

A timely reminder to members of the availability of concessions from ANZ and a copy of the current list of concessions which lists some loans, credit cards, deposits , savings plan and financial planning facilities where concessions apply can be made available to you on request to Peter Pritchard, Eamon Veaney or myself.

Most branches of ANZ are aware of the concessions but to access these benefits, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or post to ANZ Retired Officers, Level 4 ANZ Centre, Docklands VIC 3008, stating:

• Your name and address

• Years of ANZ service

• The product you wish to receive a staff banking benefit for

• Whether it is for an existing product held by you or for a new application.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

GOLF DAY AT ROSEBUD COUNTRY CLUB 28TH NOVEMBER 2014

Huck Bourke has secured Rosebud Country Club Friday 28th November 2014 for this year’s ANZROC golf day which was a great success with our golfers in 2013.

This year he has been able to push the tee-off time out by a half hour to 8-30am which should be helpful for those travelling from Melbourne.

Full details of this event will be included in Newsletters closer to the date.

THE ENGLISH SCOTTISH & AUSTRALIAN BANK LTD REUNION LUNCHEON ON 15TH OCTOBER, 2014

The bi-annual Scottie Reunion Luncheon will be held in the Strathmore Hotel, Balcony Restaurant, 129 North Terrace, Adelaide. Generally only those that had a past connection with SA and /or NT attend but there are many from that category living and working in other states, and many of whom we have had little or no contact since the reunions started some 30 + years ago. We are looking to have as many past Scottie people at our next reunion as we can. Where possible, we would like email addresses so that we can speed up the forwarding of invitations and contain costs

Contact details are: Graeme Baum Paul Begg

Tel: 08 8370 5579 Tel: 08 8376 1430 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

ANZROC 2014 MEETINGS AND EVENTS

* August 14th: 34/100 Queen Street

Emeritus Professor Bruce Holloway will speak to us on the subject “DO YOUR GENES CONTROL YOUR BEHAVIOUR?’’ Bruce Holloway was appointed Foundation Professor of Genetics at Monash University in 1968. In addition, he has held visiting appointments at a number of Universities in the United Kingdom and the USA. He is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of Science and an Officer of the Order of Australia. His research work was focussed on the genetic analysis of microorganisms important in medicine, agriculture and biotechnology. He was a member of the inaugural

Commonwealth Government Industry, Research and Development Board. Since retiring in 1993, he has developed training courses in modern genetic techniques for developing country agricultural scientists.

* September 11th: Mulgrave Country Club

Details available from Noel Beanland Phone 98701139

NEXT MEETING

THURSDAY 10th JULY 2014 MEETING IN MELBOURNE ROOM ON 34TH FLOOR ANZ 100 QUEEN STREET at 12 NOON

We are fortunate to have Graeme Simsion author of The Rosie Project winner of the Australian Book Industry Award for “Book of the Year 2014 ” as our guest speaker for the July meeting…..partners , members of the ANZ Ladies Club and widows of our past members are invited to this ANZROC event …the menu has been upgraded for this meeting, and refreshments will be available during the luncheon

Graeme will talk about his IT background including his work with ANZ and how he made the career move into best selling author. His book features characters with genetics background and autism traits and is a very funny and entertaining read. Copies of The Rosie Project will be available for sale and signing at the lunch. Graeme was born in Auckland and is a Melbourne-based business consultant and writer of short stories, plays, screenplays and two non-fiction books. The Rosie Project began life as a screenplay, winning the Australian Writers Guild/Inscription Award for Best Romantic Comedy before being adapted into a novel. It went on to win the 2012 Victorian Premier’s Literary Award for an unpublished manuscript and has since been sold around the world to forty countries in deals approaching two million dollars. Sony Pictures have optioned the film rights with Graeme contracted to write the script.

If you intend to come to this meeting will you let Ron Adams know by Phone 98210444 /0408136100 or e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by mail on the attached acceptance notice to Ron Adams PO Box 579, Malvern, 3144 by Friday 4th July 2014 to meet ANZ catering requirements and so that a list of attendees can be provided to the ANZ Reception Desk.

A reminder that the luncheon fee of $10.00 will be collected at the door to partially cover the cost of catering

Ron Adams

Newsletter Editor.

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ACCEPTANCE THURSDAY LUNCHEON 10th July 2014 FROM 12 NOON MELBOURNE ROOM 34TH FLOOR ANZ HEAD OFFICE 100 QUEEN STREET

To RON ADAMS

PO BOX 579, MALVERN, VIC 3144 Phone 9821 0444 / 0408136100 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

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