Newsletter September 2016

NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 8 2016

Please note change of venue for the next meeting on October 13 from Woodend to Geelong because no trains will be running on the Bendigo line for the whole of October 2016.

Please click here to read the September Reformatted Newsletter

NEWSLETTER SEPTEMBER 8TH 2016

WELCOME

SV President Eamon Veaney welcomed 45 members and partners to the August luncheon to hear our guest speaker Richard Eastwood, General Manager of VCBS a property management company. Brian and Shirley Rix the scheduled speakers were held up in Northern Territory and fortunately Wolf Damschitz was able to arrange a replacement speaker, Richard’s presentation was topical and very interesting. Brian and Shirley may be available next August to speak at the Club.

Members not seen for some time included Wendy Black, Brian Christensen with wife Noelle, Linda Davidson, Bryden Davis, Mike Devlin, Teresa Goldsbrough, Wayne Hulbert, Graeme King with wife Sandra, John Osborne, Neville Pearson, Gordon Paulett, David Schunke and wife Jennifer and Syd Swaby which made for a very pleasant afternoon.

Numbers have been down for the winter months as can be seen from the long list of apologies but the next few months should see the return of members to Melbourne to boost the attendance.

Photos taken at the luncheon by Ken Crawford are posted on our Website and Facebook pages.

DEBBIE JERKOVIC RETIRING

After more than 20 years of service as our Records Officer Debbie is retiring from the role. Debbie must take time off for surgery and the subsequent rehabilitation which could take many months of exercises and physiotherapy. Debbie has been a great supporter of the Club starting in the time of Ian Fraser who was Secretary of the Club according to my records from 1984 to 1998. For the time being I will take over the Records until our November AGM and subsequent committee member elections for 2017/2108.

APOLOGIES

Graeme Ainscough, Graeme Baldwin, Helen Bouch, John Brown, Diane Carew, Robin Chase, Cedric Coxsedge, Don Davy, Phil Dunstan, Peter Edwards, Norris Gale. Nola Forsyth, Ray Gill, Theo Hall, Elaine Haw, Erica Hayden, Keith Higgs, Darrell Hodges , Bernadette Hulbert, Des Johnson, Sandra Joseph, Peter Keating, Gary Mason, Gerry and Fay McPherson, Kevin O’Neill, Ron Phillips, Peter Pritchard, Graeme Randall, Bruce Sanderson, John Toner, Paul Tovey, Rose Virgona, Jill Ward, Glenda White, Carole Whiting, Julie Wilkins,

NEW MEMBERS

Cudmore John 33 years ANZ

Iliff Lindsay 20 years ANZ

King P.A. (Paul) 30 years ANZ

We look forward to seeing John, Lindsay and Paul at one of our forthcoming meetings.

BEREAVEMENTS

Foord L.R. (Lawrie) 21/8/2016 87 years

Lawrie was a strong supporter of the ANZROC functions and rarely missed a luncheon and was a popular and outgoing member. Lawrie was also a key organiser for the ES&A annual get together in November at the Bentleigh Club and will be missed. Lawrie’s celebration of Life, hosted by his daughters Jenny, Jill and Melissa, was held at his local “Mordy HQ”. I saw among the gathering of Lawrie’s friends and colleagues, Noel Beanland, Frank Edwards, Roy Harper, Frank Hatfield, Karen and Martin Hayden, Keith Higgs who travelled from Colac, Hartley Hodgson, John Hudgson, Rick Kimber, David Knuckey, Ken Lee, Serge McIntyre and Mark Stankovich. We learned, from the many oral tributes and the large amount of diaries, papers and pictures on display, of Lawrie’s commitment to family and friends, the care and concern he had for animals throughout his lifetime and his love and care of his cars. Lawrie’s grand daughter, who is resident with her family in the Jervis Bay Naval Base area, told us of Lawrie’s passion for the boats and planes he was able to inspect at the Base through her local connections.

Karen and Martin Hayden emailed the following tribute to Lawrie Foord:

“Lawrie was our next door neighbour for 34 years, which was nearly half of my lifetime, and two thirds of Karen’s! And he was absolutely the best neighbour. Always up for a chat, and Lawrie could chat about many things – his beloved Hawthorn, anything about “footy”, horseracing, and of course duck shooting – he was a very keen sporting shooter, with his lovely BSA shot gun, and was at the “duck opening” every year until his passing. If I had a dollar for every time I’ve said to Karen “just going over to see Lawrie”, I’d be a millionaire. Then we might be talking, and Lawrie would say “feel like a drink?”, and Lawrie would find a bottle of red, and we’d talk about anything, sitting around his kitchen table. Then, an hour or so later, Karen would be knocking on the door, ……. So we’d get another bottle! Good times, which will never be forgotten.

Wolf Damschitz said “This is a terribly sad day for me and I'm sure also for a lot of other people. The reason I'm so touched by Lawrie’s passing is that at the end of November of last year, when the time came to book a table for the Christmas Party, Lawrie spent a long time on the phone with me, just to make sure all the requirements were met for his special tables for the ES&A contingent. In the duration of the natter Lawrie found out I lived in Auburn, close to Auburn Primary School. Lawrie conveyed to me that he spent his young years at Auburn Primary School which was then the Auburn Central School, offering classes designed for students wanting to go on to secondary school. Lawrie, his Mom and siblings lived almost around the corner from me. Lawrie and I were going to arrange a get-together at my place and after a few drinks we would reconnoitre the area where he spent the post-depression and war years. I also organised with Boroondara Council for a Historian to come along, if and when the date was finalised. I loved Lawrie’s no nonsense approach, and he is sorely missed by me and I’m sure by a lot of others. A truly unique personality.

Eamon Veaney said that further to the segment in the August newsletter about Denis Armstrong ex GM Pakistan and then in International Division for 2 years, he received the very sad news that Denis had passed away. Below is a message from his daughter Imogen.”Thank you so much for all your kind thoughts and prayers. My father Denis passed away peacefully this morning (31/8) with his wife Maralyn and I by his side and his siblings and family there. We are now all of course having a very large glass or bottle of red to toast him and celebrate his life as he would wish. Thank you for all your support, Imogen.” We were able through Facebook messaging to send Denis many messages of support and appreciation over the past month and I know he appreciated that. He will be missed by his many friends and colleagues.

Eamon Veaney was advised by Bruce Leary of the UK Retired Officers that their dear friend Chris Norton passed away 27/8/2016. He passed peacefully at the end of a very long and courageous fight against cancer. That he survived so long is a tribute to his determination and strength. He will be sadly missed, a brilliant, loyal and generous man who had so many friends. Eamon said that “Chris never worked in Australia but will be known to some of our members. He was a good friend of mine since the 1960's in ANZ London”.

Eamon Veaney was advised that Peter Walker, who was CM Technology, Mumbai and subsequently in Chennai, passed away last month in Singapore. He was the Global Head of System Architecture in SCB Singapore .He had heart attack in the morning at home (in Singapore). Peter was a superb photographer and had many photo exhibitions to his credit.

http://www.peterwalker.com/home.html

He would be remembered by some of our ANZROC members.

Neville Pearson “Birdie” received a phone call on 27th August from ANZROC member Don Maguire to advise that Don’s wife, who was a former ANZ staffer, Elizabeth passed away on 31st July2016. Elizabeth was well known and loved by all who knew her. Elizabeth spent her early years in ANZ lending where her efficiency and personality shone out. This no doubt was a contributing factor in her transfer to ANZ Bank Staff Club where she remained for around 20 plus years. Elizabeth’s husband Don Maguire was also a long term ANZ employee. Don played in the ANZ Bank “A” grade Business House’s basketball team for many years alongside David Woods, Graham Morgan, Martin Ruziicka, Maurie Pawsey, Brian Murdoch, John Vanselow, Jack Pitts, Birdie Pearson, Trevor McKean and many, many more. Whilst an A Grade premiership was not achieved, runner up to a team boasting three Australian players including Lindsay Gaze was reason for celebration. And celebrate we did every Thursday night for years and beers”

HONORARY BIRTHDAYS

The following Honorary members will be enjoying a birthday during SEPTEMBER 2016 and we

pass on Congratulations from our members for your birthdays; Dave Brookman (93), Barbara

Bruce, Valda Clarke, George Cooper (87), Geoff Elliott (88), Bruce Emmett (84), Ian Ewart (85),

Don Fraser (91), Jack Helisma (81), Ralph Howden (92), Alan James (90), David Kennedy (92),

Dick Milnthorpe (84), Alan Pearce (81), Peter Russell (80), Ron Smith (88), Colin Walton (83),

Tony Wingrave (84).

INTEREST RATES

From 1/9/2016

Less than $20,000 1.04%

Greater than $20,000 1.33%

RECOLLECTIONS OF FUN TIMES IN THE BANK

Members continue to send stories of their experiences in ANZ and feedback from ANZROC members has been encouraging so keep the letters coming in. Editor ANZROC …..

Bob Delahoy

When I was Bill Clerk at 154 Swanston Street in the late 50’s the glass in the door to the banking chamber was accidently broken by the messenger/cleaner/caretaker. The Accountant instructed him to measure the space in the door and go out and purchase another piece of glass. When the caretaker returned he found the new glass would not fit into the door. He had measured the space incorrectly. The Accountant then instructed the late Norm Ross the Advance Clerk to measure the space in the door again and send the caretaker out to obtain another piece of glass. But alas! on tapping the trims in around the glass he managed to hit the glass with a hammer and shatter it. Norm Ross once again measured the space in the door and obtained the third piece of glass. The Accountant suggested that Norm and I put the glass in the door. He politely told the caretaker to go upstairs. Well Norm and I successfully placed the third piece of glass in the door without further mishap. All was well again and we resumed our normal branch duties.

Max Pleydell

Les Roberts, Brian Oldfield, Gaby Allan and I were working at Port Melbourne branch at the time. One Saturday morning when we were busy one of our business customers came into the branch wanting to get something out of his strong box. Gaby told him to wait and he would get to him shortly. Despite this the chap opened the flap and wandered into the strong room. Gaby grabbed him by the scuff of his shirt and the seat of his pants and threw him out the front door. I remember that there was hell to pay for his actions.

WELFARE IN ACTION

During August our committee member Joan Nathan was able to help one of our members with a query and subsequent location of an important security package which had been transferred to another branch of ANZ in a relocation exercise and until Joan’s intervention was unable to be located for our member who had been understandably quite upset.

We suggest that members with issues that seemingly can’t be resolved in the branch can be referred to our Welfare Panel who will do their best to help resolve the problem for you.

GUEST SPEAKER

Richard Eastwood, General manager Strata Operations - VBCS was our Guest Speaker and addressed the issues relating to Owners/ Body Corporate Management which was of interest to many of our Members. VBCS is part of Vesture. Vesture’s core business is strata title management. Some legislation refers to it as owner’s corporation management or community

titles management. The main subsidiary companies operating under the Vesture banner are Ernst Body Corporate Management (Ernst) Strata Title Management Group (STM)Victoria Body Corporate Services (VBCS)STM Plus, VBCS Plus, Adelaide Strata and Community Management and Challenge Strata Management.

Collectively Vesture companies manage an excess of AUD$30 billion in property. Vesture continues to grow due to a solid reputation and industry leading status.

The presentation was about dealing with and participating in Body Corporates, the mistakes Body Corporates make and how to prepare for a positive outcome when in dispute with a Body Corporate.

LETTERS

Ian Anderson wrote to thank Kathy Trace and the Committee for his recent birthday card. It has been another fairly busy year with weekly golf at Royal Box Hill Golf Club and celebration of their daughter’s 40th birthday in Fiji. The highlight was playing a round of golf at Natadola Bay Championship Golf Course, home of the Fijian Open to be played in October/November 2016. Ian also took advantage of a tour of the east coast of Tasmania which was a very informative and scenic trip. Both Ian and wife Margaret continue enjoying good health in retirement and wish all members well.

Barbara Bruce emailed to thank Kathy Trace for the birthday card which arrived on the day.

Barbara celebrated by being taken out to lunch by friends. In August she went on a trip with her Probus Club to the Mildura area. They also visited the old Wentworth gaol, and visited Loxton, Berri and Renmark in South Australia. They went for a cruise on a paddle steamer on the Murray River and one evening had dinner on another paddle steamer on the Darling River. Best wishes to the club.

Luigi Bucello reported that he had an accident at the Asparagus Farm. He fell backwards, about 5ft, broke 7 ribs a total of 15 fractures and also has a collapsed lung. He has been in Hospital, now home and recuperating as he must be careful not to get a chill or catch a cold/flu. The asparagus has been harvested by the exporter and the entire crop has been earmarked for export. So no “farm gate’ sales as published in the August newsletter.

Dianne Chisholm wrote from Bendigo to thank the President and Committee on husband Ken’s behalf as Ken is in residential care in Bendigo with a neurological condition. Dianne takes the newsletters to read to Ken and he loves to hear all the news.

David Crisp emailed that his birthday card arrived one day late, however, that can be expected as it was redirected from his old address – so well done! David and wife Tanya moved to Buderim around Christmas last year and it took a while to find a house that suited. During that time they lived in Air BnB accommodation. The move was so that Tanya could be closer to her mum who lives in Buderim in a retirement village/resort. On arrival in Buderim they found that ex ANZ staffers Bill and Sandra Mitchelmore from Tasmania (and later from Business Bank Melbourne) retired to Buderim several years ago and it turned out that they live only a short walk from David and Tanya. Bill recently had a “major” birthday and they went out for a very enjoyable dinner. The last few weeks David has been playing nursemaid as Tanya had a knee replacement on 18th. August. She is making good progress but is still somewhat cautious and not up to full speed yet – just needs to persist with her exercises

Kerry Dark emailed from Brisbane to say thanks to Kathy Trace for Rodney and her birthday cards received on the day. Kathy must have a special line through to “snail” mail to allow cards to arrive on time. For Kerry it was a special birthday this year and they celebrated with ex ANZ friends from Melbourne who came to Brisbane especially for the occasion. Kerry and Rodney congratulate the Committee for the new cards and thank Kathy for her efforts each year- no mean feat.

Lesley Deady (nee Quail) wrote from Mornington to thank Kathy Trace for sending her birthday card which she appreciated. Lesley and her daughter Chris are now planning for an overseas holiday later in 2016 or early 2017.

Alex Fowler emailed from Paynesville to pass on to Kathy Trace sincere appreciation for his Birthday Card from ANZROC, which arrived "spot on the day". Unfortunately the past year has not been the best for Alex but hopefully the next year will be better, and who knows he might even get to a meeting.

Denis Gleeson emailed to pass on his thanks to Kathy Trace and the Committee for the welcome birthday wishes he received.

Phil Goodier emailed to pass on his thanks to Kathy Trace for the birthday card which arrived on the day! Another busy year with the birth of their first grandchild ( a boy) , travelling mainly to Malaysia where their eldest son works for Standard Chartered Bank in KL, then with side trips around the area including the islands off Thailand. Back in Australia besides fishing and diving in the summer months bowls is frustrating but enjoyable. As usual, in June, the four exANZers, Peter Bramwell, Bob Parsons, Karl Mizens with Phil still tow Peter Bramwell's boat on their regular fishing trip to Shark Bay and if it’s too windy then crabbing at Monkey Mia just down the road. Captain 'Bligh' Bramwell is the organiser so it’s always great fun. Other fishing trips to East Gippsland are still the go as are crabbing trips to Yorke Peninsula in South Australia but their trip to the Northern Territory this year was restricted to Alice Springs only for celebrating the golden wedding of another ex ANZer Gavin Carpenter. Phil only needs the Crows to reach the grand final now and the year would have been exceptional

Wayne Hulbert and wife Bernadette have returned to Victoria from one of the coldest trips they have ever done. Over 9000 klm’s travelled over 6 weeks and Wayne reckons there were about 7 nights when they weren’t rugged up at night with extra blankets. Even drove through snow in the Blue Mountains. They have returned to find Wayne’s ROC Birthday Card waiting for them. It is much appreciated to receive the card every year.

Doug Imrie emailed his thanks o Kathy Trace for the card. Doug has been busy working on his daughter’s home renovation in Williamstown for the last 7 months, probably still 6 months to go. This has prevented Doug and wife Trish taking their usual “winter escape” in the caravan. Love getting all the info from the Newsletter. Take care everyone,

Ian Ince wrote to pass on his thanks to Kathy Trace and the committee for the birthday card which arrived on the day. Ian celebrated with a family lunch at the RSL at Glen Waverley then later at Highett RSL. Both Ian and wife June still enjoy good health but Ian at 83 has cut out trips to Bright and Raymond Island but they still enjoy time at Yarrawonga and Rosebud in the autumn and spring. There are good wineries and clubs at both spots. Ian hopes to come to the occasional meeting now that the Frankston trains are back to normal and winter is almost over.

Peter Jones emailed to pass on to Kathy Trace his thanks and surprise at receiving such a lovely birthday card from ANZROC. Peter had a very quiet day as unfortunately his wife had passed away only a couple of weeks previous. The card, however, lifted his spirits.

Cathie Mackiggan wrote to thank Kathy Trace for the birthday wishes. The card arrived right on time as usual. It is nice to get a card in the letter box on the very special day.

Sue McCarthy emailed to thank Kathy Trace for the very attractive new birthday card. Sue was at Mt Hotham on the actual day, where celebrations were enjoyed. Then she came back home to have an even bigger party to mark a “significant” birthday. The year has been a busy one, marked by much enjoyable overseas travel. Oh, the pleasures of retirement! And Sue is about to leave on another trip “Art and Architecture of Belgium and the Netherlands” which looks to be very interesting. She is looking forward to catching up at the Christmas lunch.

Peter O’Dwyer emailed from Yarrawonga to thank Kathy Trace for the good wishes he received on his birthday card.

Bernie O'Reilly emailed that he had recently arrived home after visiting overseas and got the redirected mail. Birthday card no doubt arrived on the time as usual so a belated thankyou

Roy Peake emailed to say the most appreciated ANZROC Birthday card arrived on time and coincided with his return home after 18 days in Epworth Richmond. Osteomyelitis was the cause of removal of the fourth toe of his left foot. Roy’s former ANZ Football teammates may be interested to know that he can blame it on his prodigious (25 to 30) kicks out of defence.

Barry Reid emailed from Bendigo with many thanks to the committee and Kathy Trace for his Birthday Card which was much appreciated once again. Barry’s early recollections of meeting Kathy Trace, together with her other ANZ Bank friends Anne Blashki and Jan Lyon was while playing cricket for ANZ Bank cricket team in the latter part of the 1960’s . Kathy and friends would spend their Saturday afternoon supporting the team and assist the late Alan Heaghney together with the players’ wives at home games on the turf oval in Batman Avenue .From time to time the cricketers got booted off when the big travelling Circuses hit town. Presently situated on their home ground is the Lawn Tennis Association tennis courts, Rod Laver and Margaret Court stadiums plus a number of outside courts used in the Australian open in January each year. Barry then spent a couple of years in Suva, Fiji where he played cricket for a several seasons with the combined Banks team. The local Fijians often played cricket without shoes, batting gloves or batting pads showing their toughness as was seen in their rugby sevens gold medal win in Rio recently. Barry returned to the Victorian ANZ team in the early seventies, over all the years playing cricket he made many friendships with players, including Bob Bishop, Bill Bowring, Jim Bren, Dick Chegwin, Harry Glover, Bob Grant, Eddie Hassett, Graham Joseph Doug Long. Bob Lyon, Peter Mathews, Kevin McDonald, Ian McLachlan, Peter Menzel, Roger Orchard, Bernie Orr, David Phelps, Roger Pickering, Bevyn Ranford, Bob Stamps, Ken Stapleton, Gary Stocks, Bill Swan, Bruce Tickell, Doug Vollmerhause, Bill Walker, Kevin Watson, Ray Watson, and a number of Scottie lads, Norm Black, Bill Blunden, Bob Burgess, Rodda Brothers, Paul McVeigh and Norm Wheatley who all joined the team after the 1970 merger. Favourite water holes in those days were Graeme Richmond’s Vaucluse Hotel in Richmond, Fawkner Park Hotel, Back of Beyond at the Chevron Hotel and many others. Leos Spaghetti Bar in Fitzroy Street, St Kilda was always patronised well later. Just a little walk down memory lane.

Trevor Richards emailed to pass on his thanks to Kathy Trace and the Committee for the recent Birthday Card on the occasion of his 71st birthday (2nd August), Even though they now live in the snail mail era, the Card still arrived on time, on the day.

Bruce Robertson mailed from Runaway Bay to thank the committee and Kathy Trace for the birthday wishes. The Postman must have known how important it was as it arrived early! Bruce and wife Glennis get great pleasure out of reading the monthly newsletter full of news about former colleagues and the exploits of the many intrepid travellers. Their travels this year have been limited by the move of their grandchildren from Saskatoon Canada to Houston Texas and also for a few running repairs to be done to Bruce’s ageing body. New Eyes, never knew how good the world looks and a new ear which is taking some getting used to. Now he knows exactly how a baby feels when they try and decipher the gobbly gook of their parents. Bruce likes the format of the new card.

Bill Swan emailed from Dalmeny NSW to thank Kathy Trace for his 70th birthday card. The card arrived while Bill was in Brisbane to celebrate the special occasion with his eldest son and his family. While in Brisbane, Bill had a surprise visit from his youngest son who made the trip from Perth. The family had an enjoyable dinner on the birthday at the local Indian Restaurant in Wynnum, Qld. The following week Bill and son drove to Cairns (1740 kms) and spent a six days at Kewarra Beach, and played the mandatory round of golf at Paradise Palms. He has since returned home to Dalmeny for a few weeks, before setting off to Orange NSW with the caravan next month.

Bob Wheeler emailed to thank the committee for the birthday wishes on his 80th birthday. Brother came over from New Zealand and sisters from Brisbane and Sydney so good celebrations. Somewhat tempered by the bad news of the death of Chris Norton from the London MIDANZ team.

AND Mike Aranha, John Carrazza, Don Davy, Trevor Dodds, Glen Fullerton, Annie Glenn, Martin Hayden, Karen Hayden, Paul King, Bob Lamb, Peter Marinick, Alex Mazur, John McDermott, Peter Norman, Glenda White,

ANZROC NSW, Qsld, SA, Tasmania and WA

MATTERS OF INTEREST

NEW MEMBERSHIP MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTING SYSTEM FOR ANZROC

From 1 October this year, the way in which ANZROC’s membership records and accounts are managed will change, with a number of benefits for both members and elected office-bearers.

All records are being transferred to a secure, on-line database which provides many additional management and communication options, including the ability to individually invoice members when subscriptions fall due.

On, or shortly after 1 October this year, individual subscription invoices will be emailed/mailed to members advising the amount due and the preferred methods of payment. Some members are in advance with their subs payments, and they will receive a statement showing the amount that they are in credit. Honorary members (80+ years of age) and Life Members will not receive an Invoice or Statement.

Please do not make any subs payments until you receive your invoice, as the new system will not be running ‘live’ until October.

ANZROC GOLF DAY –Friday 25th November 2016

Rosebud Country Club - 207 Boneo Road, Rosebud 3939

Men’s & Ladies’ Stableford Competitions for members of ANZROC and their partners and Ex-ANZers not currently ANZROC members.

Rosebud Country club is approximately one hour’s easy drive from the City or Eastern suburbs via the Monash, Eastlink and Peninsula Link freeways and is located at the end of the Mornington Peninsula freeway. Visit www.rosebudcountryclub.com.au for course layout, dress regulations, etc.

We have tried to hold the cost at last year’s price, however catering costs have again risen resulting in an additional $8.00 cost for the day.

Nevertheless, the BBQ lunch( including wine) to be provided won’t disappoint:-

Selected Gourmet Sausages, Scotch Fillet Steak, Beef Burgers, Marinated Chicken Wings

Garden Salad, Potato Salad and Coleslaw, Bread Roll and Condiments

Players without a current Registered or Social Club handicap are most welcome and will be given a handicap for the day. Once again, we are particularly keen to see a good roll-up of lady players.

Entry Fee - $78.00 per person (Members of Rosebud Country Club & Reciprocal Members - $43.00) (Covers Green Fees, Trophies and lunch) - Drinks available at normal Club bar prices.

Lunch Only - $39 per person. Motorised Cart Hire - $25.00 payable at pro shop.

Hit-off from 8.30am on North Course tees one and ten (Arrive by 8.00 am to get card & draw).

Clubhouse is open for breakfast from 7-00am.

On-course Accommodation available at The Fairways Resort Motel. Telephone number 5950 2111

* Dinner is available seven nights a week in the club’s restaurant.

ENTRIES CLOSE DATE: Tuesday 8th November, being the latest date that the Golf Club can lock in hospitality arrangements. Enquiries to – Huck Bourke 0411 237 569. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

ANZROC ROSEBUD COUNTRY CLUB GOLF DAY– FRIDAY 25TH NOVEMBER. ENTRIES CLOSE – 8TH NOVEMBER.

ENTRY FORM (Option to email details and direct credit ANZROC account available – see below)

Your Contact details: Name………………….Email……………………………..Phone……………..

Entries

Name…………………………….Hcp……… Name…………………….…………Hcp………….

Total number of entries. …….…@ $78.00 ($43.00 for Rosebud & Reciprocal Members) = $…………...

Meal only (non-playing partners)............ @$39.00 = $__________

Total $__________

Please specify any Dietary requirements.

Mail entry form and cheque payable to ANZROC to:

Huck Bourke

32 Grandview Terrace,

Mount Martha 3934

OR

EMAIL names and handicaps of players and those non golfers who require a meal only to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and make electronic payment direct to:

ANZROC Bank Account 013350 306451947

(Please make sure your name is included in the payment information)

PROGRAM FOR 2017

Our program committee has investigated several prospective new venues recently and has supplied a tentative list for 2017 of the monthly luncheons which the ANZROC committee feels will meet members’ needs and keep the overall costs at a reasonable level with the primary motive to meet new members in their local environment. As you can see from the attendance levels of the city meetings we are struggling to reach the 60/70 attendees that were regularly attending our meetings 4/5 years ago and yet our membership has remained around the 950 level. Any feedback from members will be welcome.

DRAFT - ANZROC MEETING SCHEDULE 2017

February 9: Committee Meeting / Speaker @ 100 QSM

March 9: Woodend visit

April 13: ANZAC / @ Greensborough RSL - Dal Croker/ Kevin Mitchell

May 11: Committee Meeting /Salvation Army –100QSM

June 8: Caulfield (Racing Club) Glasshouse Cafe

July 13: Mulgrave Country Club

August 10: Committee Meeting / (B & S Rix?) Speaker @100 QSM

September 14: Country Visit Ballarat @ George Hotel

October 12: Chelsea Hotel luncheon

November 9: AGM/ Committee Meeting @ 100 QSM

December 14: Xmas Function/Speaker(s) @ ANZ Pavilion, Arts Centre Melb.

REMAINING PROGRAM FOR 2016:

10th November 2016 at 34/100 Queen Street

Annual General Meeting

8th December 2016

Christmas Lunch at Arts Precinct: Bob Lyon has agreed to propose the toast to ANZ at the luncheon.

NEXT MEETING 13TH OCTOBER 2016

To be held at the “JOKERS” on Ryrie, Hotel at 211 Ryrie Street Geelong, Ph: (03) 5229 1135 and a booking has been made for lunch on Thursday 13th October 2016 from 12 noon.

This will be our second visit to regional Victoria for members and their partners and we encourage members in the Geelong and Torquay districts to join the Melbourne contingent at “Jokers on Ryrie”.

The Hotel is owned by an ANZ customer

The Hotel is directly opposite “McDonalds” which is on the corner of Ryrie and Yarra Street and is a 12 to 15minute walk from the Geelong station.

There is also a local bus from Geelong Station that stops in Moorabool Street near the Ryrie Street Corner. A four minute walk to the restaurant

It is recommended that members attending this luncheon meet at Southern Cross Station around 10.30am for boarding the 10.50 train as a group

The train to Geelong runs approx every 20 minutes so members who are unable to meet our time frame have some flexibility on other trains to Geelong

Noel and Jeanette Beanland and Cheryl and Neville Pearson took the train ride to Geelong on 12th Sept 2016 and visited several hotel /restaurants with the criteria of price, quality, service, menu and proximity to station foremost in our minds

At Jokers there is a $10.50 per head luncheon menu which was trialled during the 12th Sept visit and the quality was excellent

The venue is wheelchair accessible as well as street and shopping centre parking is available if members decide to drive to the luncheon.

For the return journey trains depart the Geelong Station from 2.30pm at quarter hour intervals and will arrive at Southern Cross Station within 45/50 minutes so timing is convenient for travellers on the day.

If you intend to come to this meeting will you let Joan Nathan know by Phone or e-mail or by mail on the attached acceptance notice to Joan Nathan by Monday 10th October 2016 to meet the Hotel catering requirements

Ron Adams

Newsletter Editor.

ACCEPTANCE ANZROC LUNCHEON THURSDAY 13th OCTOBER 2016 FROM 12 NOON “Jokers on Ryrie”

211 Ryrie Street Geelong….

TO : Joan Nathan

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Mail: 7 Lightwood Drive, Sunbury, Vic 3429

Phone: 9740 8001

I/we will be attending the Luncheon function

NAME(S):…………………………………………………………………………………………

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