Newsletter May 2018

ANZROC Newsletter May 10th 2018

ANZROC NEWSLETTER 10th May 2018

PRESIDENT’S WELCOME

61 Members and family came to our first lunch at the William Angliss Restaurant. We welcomed Anita Siassios and Arun Nangia to their first ANZROC meeting and our youngest Member Elina Law, who manages our Website plus baby Gary. Other members not seen for some time included Michael Devlin, Neil Gladstone, Hartley Hodgson, Rod Macaulay, Joe Maggiore, Brian Palmer, Peter Saville, Rob Sims and Merv Williams.

We stood to remember our departed Honorary Members Dave Brookman and Don Ranyard who sadly passed away during the month.

The venue provided tremendous food and service at a very reasonable price and we will consider returning there next year. Our special guest Major Brendan Nottle from the Salvation Army gave us an update on the work the SA are doing to help the homeless in Victoria. He also provided an entertaining account of his epic walk to Canberra earlier this year. Ron Adams presented over $2300 to Brendan from the Members present at the lunch plus several donations from members that were unlace to attend.

We also celebrated Ron's 80th birthday with a tasty black forest cake to finish off proceedings.

Well done Joan Nathan and Noel Beanland for finding the venue and organising the lunch.

Photos have been posted to our Website and Facebook page.

Since our last meeting at Greensborough RSL we have had a special lunch at Williamstown which attracted 27 members and our Golf Day at Torquay which was also very well supported. Pam Hocking and Con La Fauci were the big winners. We plan to organise another Golf day at Cheltenham on Friday September 21st.

Our next meeting will be on June 14 at The Glasshouse Caulfield racecourse and we hope to see many of you there.

Regards

Eamon

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APOLOGIES

Bruce Avent, Wendy Black, Sandra Brown, Diane Carew, Bill Collins, Wolf Damschitz, Viji Dharann, Eric Dickson, Phil Dunstan, Helen Farnell , Reny Frighetto, Mike George, David Gibb, Ray Gill, Teresa Goldsbrough, Theo Hall, Roy Harper, Paul Harrison, Frank Hatfield, Elaine Haw, John Hawkins, Erica Hayden, Keith Higgs, Graham James, Sandra Joseph. Graeme King .David Knuckey ,Stan Lancaster, Harry Loucas, Gary Mason, Geri Macgregor, Fay and Gerry McPherson, Kevin O’Neill, Terry Parks, Ken Pattison, Cheryl Pearson, Neville Pearson, Ron Phillips , Dietmar Reichert, John Stevens , Glen Twidale, Frank Valastro, Roger Watkins, Glenda White, Julie Wilkins,

NEW MEMBERS

Abell David 30 years ANZ

Gibbs P .R. (Peter) 35 years ANZ.

Huntsman Ben 12 years ANZ

We look forward to seeing our new members at one of our forthcoming meetings

BEREAVEMENTS

Brookman D.S. (Dave) 94 years 20/4/2018

David Sinclair Brookman served in the Royal Australian Air Force enlisting in June 1942 and on discharge in October 1945 was a Pilot Officer in RAAF 467 Squadron.

Dave was a “mid upper gunner/navigator “ flying out of England over Germany and the call sign of his Lancaster bomber in 467 Squadron was “S for Sugar”. They flew many sorties including a major raid over Dresden where they lost two engines and on the return to UK running short of fuel had to feather another engine and eventually landed on one engine and Dave’s nephew said that their plane was part of the fleet of Lancasters that were involved in the raid on which the “Dam busters” book and film was based.

Gerry and Fay McPherson represented ANZROC at the Celebration of Dave’s Life on 27/4/2018.

Ranyard D. E. (Don) 87 years 28/4/2018

For 15 years of the 18 years I have been involved on the committee Don attended most lunches when ANZROC met in the city and in later years came to the lunches with wife Dorothy but has been unable to attend meetings for some time. Don was also a regular correspondent for the newsletter.

Gerry and Fay McPherson attended the funeral service and Gerry said the service was well attended and he noticed ANZROC members Huck Bourke, Norm Dibbin, Neville Lewis and John McPhee at the service.

HONORARY BIRTHDAYS

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

Congratulations from our members for your birthdays:

Ron Adams (80), Bruce Avent (81), Les Beard (83), Brian Day (81), Norm Dibbin (85), Nola Forsyth,

Mike George (80), Val Goldsworthy, Ian Lamont, (98), Bill Lanigan (80), Neville Lewis (85), David

Maunder (91), Geoff Menogue (84), Alan Podger (86), Barry Rogers (80), Terry Stapleton (88),

ANZ ROC MEMBERS BENEFITS

For all those ANZROC members (30years or more service with ANZ) that are entitled to access staff benefits, for the time being you can email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , post to ANZ Retired Officers, Level 4 ANZ Centre, Docklands VIC 3008 or call the ANZ Priority number 1800 454 688 for any of the ANZ products you are seeking 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.

Past President Peter Pritchard (0418 149 394) is currently negotiating with ANZ executives about improving the way members can access these ANZ benefits and will report again later in the year.

INTEREST RATES

From 1/5/2018

Less than $20,000 1.21%

Greater than $20,000 1.55%

LETTERS

Will Bailey emailed “It must be old age getting to me (!). I thought I had responded to the receipt of Kathy’s card but I obviously had not. Many belated thanks Kathy It arrived one day early but being in the Easter mail time it could have been delayed. Very nice to get it along with some others.

Being Easter time we celebrated the weekend before (we only celebrate birthdays that end in a 0 or a 5; hope to make the next 01). We had many of the family including some great-grand children with us; We had a lovely family day at home.

We did travel last year - Sicily and Southern France - . Had a terrific time but are just about over Airports and Security checks. Replacement Hips and knees create problems but it is better to be safe than sorry!!”

Darryl Bartlett emailed “It is always sad to read that many old workmates have moved to life eternal. However their passing does trigger many fond memories. Birthday card received on time, thanks again Kathy for your dedication of this worthy function all year round. With over 10 weeks on our annual visits to Fiji the year has passed quickly. Commencing on July 1st for our Daughter’s 50th birthday celebration we then drove around Viti Levu with stays at The Pearl Resort,Suva’s restored Colonial Grand Pacific Hotel and Voli Voli in the north of the Island. Later we had a stay at Natabe Retreat located at the top end of the Yasawa island group (5 hour Cat trip), where we were the sole couple on the small island, to be pampered. We therefore avoided much of Melbourne’s long winter No further major health issues have surfaced, save the normal aging process. Best wishes to all fellow ROC members for the coming year.”

Bob Bell emailed “Please convey my thanks to Kathy and the Committee for their good wishes on my recent birthday. Our family all gathered together for dinner at a restaurant in Canberra on the Saturday and then a family breakfast and lunch at our daughter’s home on the Sunday. Both Carolyn and I continue to enjoy good health, I still manage a game of golf most weeks and at least one game of bowls. We spent five weeks of last winter at Noosaville and plan to do the same this year. Regards to all retirees.”

Anne Blashki wrote from Shepparton “While I cannot make the meeting at William Angliss I am sure the meeting with Brendan Nottle as guest speaker will be a most interesting and informative one.”

Alan Chapple emailed “Thanks for the birthday card. As always on time and most appreciated.”

Mike Devlin emailed “Please pass on my congratulations to all involved with today's meeting. The venue was good, the meal first class and the company, as usual, friendly.”

Bryden Davis wrote “Please thank Kathy Trace and the ANZROC committee for my 89th birthday card which arrived the day before my birthday. Next year if I get there will be a big birthday. My health is good except for hearing and two worn out knees facing replacement surgery.”

Don Davy wrote “Thank you to ANZROC committee for the birthday greetings I received for my 74th birthday. Thanks again for the newsletter which I am sure bring much enjoyment to members and is a reminder to me of the fine people I knew in ANZ. On the weekend before the birthday my sister and partner held a dinner for me and the gifts I received were greatly appreciated. On the day of my birthday I enjoyed lunch at Finchley Court with cake, in the afternoon I celebrated with close friends which was a most enjoyable occasion. In the evening I was toasted by my elder daughter and family before reporting to Hawthorn’s Victoria Gardens Supported Residential Services where I met with the residents and more celebrations. I am thankful for the ANZ training I received in human relation and business skills that allow me to perform constantly increasing voluntary work. Best wishes to ANZROC committee and members.”

ANZROC Secretary Vicky Genius emailed “Thank you Kathy Trace for my card that arrived on 30th April, one day ahead of my birthday. I have had a series of birthday lunches, with a few more to come. My sister Claire and niece Lily took me to the Taco Bill upstairs in Russell St Melbourne CBD. It opened in 1967 and is still in exactly the same premises. When working for ANZ Customer Investments 1975 to 1979 we used to get a bottle of wine from Dan Murphy in Bourke Street and come to this Taco Bill for lunch. Being strictly BYO, it had old fashioned cork screws tied to the corner of each small wooden table by a very short piece of string. Quite a challenge to uncork those bottles. During the visit on Monday 30th April, we noticed an ornately painted and decorated blackboard sign headed “Soup of the day”. Written on the sign ,in large chalk letters, was one word- “TEQUILA” .We decided that soup maybe a bit too thin for our tastes so had a few enchiladas instead.”

Mike George emailed “Please thank Kathy for my birthday card which arrived a day early despite the vagaries of Australia Post. To celebrate Trish and I are going on a cruise around the Mediterranean for three weeks and we are looking forward to it.”

Elaine Haw emailed “Apologies again, but I won’t be able to attend the next few lunches. I have had a few dramas over the last couple of years keeping me away from Melbourne at times and unable to attend the lunches/meetings. However I had a wonderful holiday skiing in the French Alps in January/February this year. Arrived home safe and sound but then tripped over the cat and broke my leg. The William Angliss Institute is a great venue where I have enjoyed dining on a number of occasions in the past, so I’m sorry to miss it and sure you will all have an enjoyable lunch meeting.”

John Hawkins emailed “Well the cruising season is about to start and Helen and I are off on a 35day cruise to Hawaii Tahiti Fiji Western Samoa and NZ. Oh well someone has to do it ....”

Martin Hayden emailed "Karen and I are still continuing to enjoy our motoring. Karen drives an Audi RS3 Sportback, which is a very fast 400HP A.W.D. (all wheel drive!) compact hatch, with a 7 speed D.S.G. (electronic manual) gearbox, sports seats, sunroof etc. She's always first away from the lights!

I've just sold our Land Rover Defender and taken delivery of the "Last Of The Last" from H.S.V. (Holden Special Vehicles), a GTSR Commodore, which is powered by a supercharged 6.2L 600HP V8, equipped with huge brakes, behind 20" wheels. It has a sunroof and plenty of other "goodies". It really is the last, because as most members would know, Commodores are no longer being manufactured in Australia. It's pretty hard to drive fast anywhere these days, but overtaking doesn't take long!"

Graham Heenan emailed “Thank you for the special birthday wishes I received. Although the day was only a few weeks ago, I have noticed that people look at you differently, but you seem to be able to get away with more "things “so it is not all bad. We celebrated with family on Saturday night at Restaurant in Melbourne and again on Sunday with extended family and friends at the Boulevard in Kew.

Pam and I have sneaked in another trip - this time to Japan (22/3/18 till 5/4/18) and were lucky enough to catch the best of the Cherry Blossom period. We visited Tokyo. Hiroshima and Kyoto travelling on the Bullet trains - experiencing Japanese Train Travel and their Stations was great. People were very courteous, food good, but "Chop Stick use" was average.”

Hartley Hodgson emailed “Just a short note to say thank you for today. The venue (William Angliss Restaurant) was excellent and I hope we can lock it in on a regular basis. Brendan Nottle is a very down to earth sort of fella and at times it would be a very demoralising task. Hope you are enjoying your birthday celebrations and hopefully I can get a few more Esanda people next time.”

David Kay writing from Alfredton said “Thanks Kathy for the birthday card and good wishes which is greatly appreciated. Please keep up the good work.”

Des Kidd emailed “Please convey my thanks to the Committee and particularly to Kathy Trace for once again the delivery of my birthday card on the exact day again.

Celebrations had to be delayed a little as I was in hospital on the day, after receiving an unexpected birthday gift of a Pace Maker. All seems to be ticking away ok since.”

Barry Kilmartin emailed “Please pass on my thanks to Kathy for the Birthday Greetings. Regards to the Committee and ANZROC members”.

Life Member Gary Mason emailed to update us on his recent move to the country” In addition to Rotary I read poetry each Friday to the residents at the Euroa Aged Care centre and as a Volunteer at Vision Australia Shepparton I am currently going through the process of becoming a newsreader on their FM radio station, which broadcasts reports from the area newspapers”. Gary is enjoying the change from city living to the country .

Maria Natoli emailed “Many thanks to Kathy and the Committee for my birthday card and good wishes. I celebrated with a lovely family dinner, followed by four (!) lunches with friends. Over the last few months I've enjoyed short trips to Canberra, Sydney and the Gold Coast. I'll be travelling to Scandinavia and Russia in July/August. Life is certainly never dull! I do appreciate the excellent work which is done by the Committee for our Club.”

Tony Pompilio emailed “Please pass on my thanks to the Committee and members of ANZ (Roc) and also Kathy for my birthday card received on time as usual.”

Denis Rice emailed “Thanks to Kathy Trace for the birthday card, which was at home on my return from Hua Hin cricket sixes in Thailand.’

John Taylor emailed “Thank-you for the birthday card and your good wishes.

A special thank-you to Kathy Trace for ensuring that the card was delivered on the day as per usual.”

Mike Vallence emailed “Just a short message to say a big thank you to Kathy for sending birthday card - very much appreciated. “

Doug Watson wrote “I have just returned from a bucket list trip around West Africa, India, Burma and South East Asia….old stamping grounds from the international days. Highlight was a pirate drill off the cast from Somalia. I am now involved in a 3L investment conference and program at Torquay...It’s a hard life!!”

And Sigrid Armstead, Wendy Black, Noel Bottrell, Kim Charlton, Mike Devlin, Charles Griss ,Eddie Hassett, Edgar Laity, Jock McIntyre, Ian Newstead, Noel Robertson, Trevor Tilley, Gren Tonzing, Frank Wells,

ANZROC NSW, Qsld, SA, Tasmania and WA

MATTERS OF INTEREST

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Members must log in with their membership number and password on www.anzstaffclub.org.au then go to Travel and Transport/Stay

PELICAN’S LANDING RESTAURANT WILLIAMSTOWN 26TH APRIL 2018

The ANZROC lunch at the Pelicans Landing Restaurant at 1 Syme Street Williamstown on Thursday 26th April was enjoyed by 27 members and partners thanks to the organisation skills of Vice President Noel Beanland who negotiated a luncheon menu for the heavily reduced cost of $25.00 per person.

Several Members caught the ferry to Williamstown from Southbank.

Members not seen for a while included Kevin Chard, Jan and Keith Findlay, Ann Maksymiw, Mary Nicolazzo, Joe Romano and John Renwick.

Members and partners were in good form

ANZROC GOLF DAY AT TORQUAY 19th APRIL 2018

We had a great turn out of members and partners for our golf day at the RACV resort in Torquay. We were very lucky with the weather, blue skies and no strong winds, and the course was in excellent condition, leading to some very good scores. Pam Hocking with 38 held off Sandy Bourke with 36 for the Ladies Comp. Pam’s win follows her win in Mansfield earlier in the year - this has been referred to the handicapper. Des Shady was the unlucky runner- up with 41 points to Con La Fauci with 43 in the Men's comp. Con has now won the past two ANZROC Golf Days.

Nearest the Pin winners were Bob Challis, Kathy Shady, Con La Fauci and Ron Adams.

Most of the golfers and their partners were able to stay on for a very enjoyable meal in the evening.

The feedback has been very positive and we’ve started making enquiries about a return visit to Torquay next year, on Thursday, March 21st. This is just a little earlier to take advantage of daylight saving. Pencil this in your diaries and at the same time set aside Friday, September 21st 2018 for our next event at Cheltenham. Check the newsletter and website for more details.

Thanks to Glyn Parry-Jones and Aldo Faella for the excellent organisation.

ANZROC MEETINGS FOR 2018:

Note the dates in your diaries for the year ahead….

2018

July12 Mulgrave Club – celebrate ANZROC 65th anniversary

Aug 9 100Queen Street Melbourne – Guest speaker to be advised

Sep 13 Visit Geelong ...Jokers Entertainment Complex

Sep 21st Golf tournament at Cheltenham Golf Course

Oct 11 Functions Committee considering “Yum Cha” in Chinatown

Nov 8 AGM@833Collins Street Melbourne. Guest speakers Graeme Simsion and Anne Buist Authors of “2 Steps Forward”

Dec 13 Xmas Lunch @ Arts Centre

2019

March 21st Torquay Golf competition at RACV Torquay

NEXT MEETING

ANZ BANK RETIRED OFFICERS’ CLUB NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY 14th JUNE 2018

AT THE

CAULFIELD GLASSHOUSE RESTAURANT at Caulfield Racecourse….from 12 noon 14/6/2018

31 Station Street Caulfield East…

Situated on the edge of the popular Caulfield Race Course is the recently refurbished Caulfield Glasshouse. Providing a modern stylish bistro, new wine and tapas bar, multi-purpose function room, state of the art Sports Bar, alfresco style dining and much much more, we have everything required to entertain guests! There is a good choice of meals from the Bistro menu.

This year the luncheon will be held in a separate room which will be more comfortable and easier for members to mix and enjoy the surroundings.

The venue is approximately 200 metres from the Caulfield Railway Station and directly opposite is the venue being part of the Caulfield Racecourse complex.

There is parking available at the venue in a designated car park opposite the entrance to the restaurant but there is major construction work underway which has taken part of the restaurants parking area.

Partners ,Widows of members and ANZ Ladies Club members ARE invited to attend that day.

In order to meet the Hotel catering requirements if you intend to come to this meeting please advise your acceptance by Thursday 7th June 2018 to Joan Nathan, Telephone: 9740 8001, by e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by mail to the address on the attached acceptance notice.

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ACCEPTANCE ANZROC LUNCHEON THURSDAY 14TH JUNE 2018 FROM 12 NOON “CAULFIELD GLASSHOUSE RESTAURANT ”

31 Station Street Caulfield East ….

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

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Ron Adams

Newsletter Editor

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