ANZ Retired Officers' Club (Vic)

NEWSLETTER MARCH 9 2017

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ANZROC NEWSLETTER 9TH MARCH 2017

WELCOME

President Eamon Veaney welcomed 54 members and partners to the WOODEND lunch held in the Vic Hotel.The venue was outstanding with first class service from the staff.

Members not seen for some time included Irene Bettonvil, Joe and Leah Maggiore, Roche and Lina Manual, Bob and Isabella Salpietro, Leigh Davis coming from Bacchus Marsh while our regulars Robin and Dorothy Chase came from Clifton Springs. Having our partners present made for a very pleasant afternoon.

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

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT MARCH 2017

A big couple of days in the Anzroc calendar for March.

Our first Country lunch meeting for 2017 at Woodend on Thursday March 9 went very well with over 50 Members and partners in attendance. The challenges of using the Victorian Transport system meant that a bus service replaced the train from Southern Cross to Woodend. We had originally scheduled this event last October to avoid the planned rail closure but found out at the last minute that more level crossing works were to be implemented this week. V’Line rose to the challenge and put on a special luxury coach for our Group direct from Southern Cross to Woodend rather than just drop us off at Gisborne as originally advised. Joan Nathan was instrumental in making this happen by her negotiation skills with V-Line. This did not deter many of our Members from choosing this transport option though some of us preferred to travel by car. The Victoria Hotel put on an excellent selection of food and drinks at reasonable prices. Thanks to Joan Nathan, Neville Pearson and Noel Beanland for organising the event.

Our golf event at Cheltenham on the following day, Friday March 10 attracted 20 players who enjoyed excellent conditions for the early morning tee-off. The winners were Chris Procter and Kathy Shady. Thanks to Ken Pattison and Glyn Parry-Jones for organising. Whilst the numbers for our golf day have declined we may see if there is enough interest to play at another quality course at a later date. A report on the event by Glyn is in this month’s newsletter.

Our next meeting will be on Thursday April 20 at Greensborough RSL to celebrate Anzac day. We will certainly miss Brian Christensen reciting the Ode but are pleased that Gerry McPherson has agreed to undertake the role this year. We will also have Danielle Marsh from ANZ Bank attend as our Guest Speaker.

Eamon Veaney

President ANZROC

APOLOGIES

Annette and Graeme Baldwin , John Brown, Diane Carew, Bill Collins, George Cooper, Phil Dunstan, Carl Garley, Barry Gibson, Ray Gill ,Val Goldsworthy, Roy Harper, Frank Hatfield, Elaine Haw, John Hawkins, Erica Hayden, Keith Higgs, Bernadette Lynch, Gary Mason, Wal McGillivray, Kevin O’Neil, Ken Pattison. Alan Pearce, Ron Phillips, Graeme Randall, Glen Twidale, Glenda White, Julie Wilkins,

GEELONG AND WESTERN VICTORIA REGIONAL LUNCH - Thursday 27 April 2017

Geoff and Lesley Cook have offered to coordinate arrangements for the first of what is hoped will be an annual event for those retired ANZ staff and partners who live in the Geelong, Bellarine Peninsula and Western/South Western Victoria areas. The lunch is open to all ex-ANZ staff, not just ANZROC members, so please spread the word amongst your ANZ contacts in the area.

This inaugural lunch will be held at the Geelong Yacht Club on Thursday 27 April commencing at 12.00 midday. Meal costs are between $11 and $17, and drinks will be available at normal bar prices. ANZROC will be supporting this function with a small subsidy to help cover expenses.

The Yacht Club is on the Geelong waterfront, 23 Eastern Beach Rd. Geelong, and is about ten minutes walk from the train station.

Please contact Geoff and Lesley as soon as possible to confirm your attendance, but no later than Sunday 23 April, as caterers need to be advised of expected numbers. Phone 5229 1456, mobile 0412 428 861 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

NEW MEMBERS

CAUST PETER 20 years ANZ

ELLUM BOB 24 years ANZ

FRECKLETON PHIL 27 YEARS ANZ

WOODS VALERIE 17 YEARS ANZ

We look forward to seeing Peter , Bob , Phil and Valerie at one of our forthcoming meetings.

BEREAVEMENTS

Ainscough OAM G.B. (Graeme) 80 years 19/2/2017

Graeme was a strong supporter of ANZROC and penned many letters to me. He attended most monthly lunches and both ANZ and ES&A get togethers when he was fit but over the past two years he had been struggling with a number of health issues which has meant bouts of intensive surgery and long terms of hospitalisation. I attended the funeral service for Graeme and met ANZROC members Mark Stankovich, Hartley Hodgson and Rick Dickson who worked with Graeme in Finance and Leasing in Esanda Vic Division. Graeme was involved in the livestock leasing section. Frank Edwards said Graeme worked with him in GM’s Departments while David Knuckey said he also worked with Graeme in Esanda. The funeral was well attended with around 150 present and the celebrant and family reminisced about Graeme’s love of baseball (60 years involvement) and cricket and his commitment to family.

Ward A.J.R. (Alwyn) 92 years 17/2/2017

Alwyn enlisted in the Australian Army in April 1944 and at date of discharge in September 1946 was Sergeant ADV LHQ. Bruce Ward said his father was mainly a relief ANZ Bank Manager at branches including Glenroy, Elsternwick, Essendon, Brunswick and Altona North (where he finished up aged around 60). Alwyn also worked for a time at Head Office in Collins Street.

Gary Mason advised that Tom Williams passed away 5/3/2017, aged 94.

Tom would be well known to many of our Victorian members. A great guy to work for and with his international and technical expertise was top class.

Warren Taylor said “Tom worked in Sydney - Manager 377 George Street, Sydney, and then Regional Manager South Coast before heading to NZ as Chief Manager Corporate then to his NY assignment. He was highly regarded in the New York Market and greatly admired and respected by the three who he gave a mandate to - Dick Milnthorpe, Mike Tong and myself to fulfill Mac Brunckhorst’s directive "to set up the most efficient and effective banking operation possible; adopt world best practice, get the computer to do everything and forget how we do it in Australia". We did more than that we created world's best practice as MIDANZ is still in use today within ANZ 40 years after we signed up for MIDAS a system developed by the UK technology company – BIS”

President Eamon said” Tom was the boss when the ANZ New York Agency was established in 1976 and went on to run London when it was being downsized by Roy Ashton, Warren Taylor and John Winders in the late 70's. He was a tremendous guy, very hard but fair. At his farewell in Melbourne I seem to recall he was proud of the fact that he was never posted to a Senior position in Melbourne.

I last saw Tom in London many years ago in Simpson's Cornhill where he was having a drink with some friends from the wpnc club. He continued to live in Surrey after his retirement from the Bank. Condolences to Mary and family.”

Noel Beanland advised that Clive Dickson passed away on 17/2/2017at the age of 90. Clive served in the RAAF and Noel recalls Clive as Manager OF the Ladies Banking Suite in Swanston Street, Manager Surrey Hills and finally Administration at 388 Collins Street. Clive would be remembered by many ANZROC members.

Dietmar Reichert emailed “I noticed with great sadness the write up about the passing of Brian Schafer on 12.1.17 .I met Brian first in 1974 when I worked in Marketing (Vic. Admin) and Brian was already A/Mgr International. He was at all times a true gentleman – in every way! Many years after that I joined “his team” as Manager Thornbury and I recall to this day his “welcome on board” words as Area Manager, Moonee Ponds. Vale Brian.”

Fran Kilpatrick who worked with ANZ Bank about 40 years ago advised that Helen Gooch has passed away. In the latter time of her working life Helen was one of the original staff that was moved into the Bankcard when it started in ANZ Cards. There would be many ANZROC members that would know her.

On behalf of ANZROC members we express our condolences to the families and friends of Graeme, Alwyn, Tom, Clive, Brian and Helen.

HONORARY BIRTHDAYS

The following Honorary members will be enjoying a birthday during MARCH and

pass on Congratulations from our members for your birthdays; Ray Allsop (82),Lindsay Baglin (88),

Will Bailey AO (84), Clive Bayley (82), Stephen Bee (80), Doug Carroll (84), Ian Cowley (81), Bob

Delahoy (88), Jim Ebsworthy (81), John Fairbairn (83), George Finniss (81), Laurie Holland (97), Betty

Jennings, Tony Middleton (86), Ted Palmer (80), Ray Perry (88), Ron Pitt (94), Robin Pleydell (85),

Graeme Randall (82), David Robinson (81), Roy Sharman (85), Arthur Sheers (89), 

Peter Weaving (83).

BIRDIES TWITTER, MARCH 2017 ANZROC NEWSLETTER

Contributed by Neville Pearson, Past President and Life member

FOLLOWING LAST YEARS CANCELLATION OF OUR TRIP TO WOODEND

WHEN THE TRAINS WERE CANCELLED, AS THE LINES WERE ON THE MEND

WE DECIDED THIS YEAR, TO HAVE ANOTHER GO

ONLY TO RECEIVE, A FURTHER BLOW

THE TRAINS WERE CANCELLED ONCE AGAIN

INFLICTING OUR CLUB WITH ENORMOUS PAIN

JOAN SOLVED THE PROBLEM WITHOUT TOO MUCH FUSS

AND ARRANGED FOR VIC RAIL, TO PROVIDE LUXURY BUS

THEY APOLOGISED PROFUSELY FOR THEIR BLUE

AND THE BUS WAS ROOMY AND HAD A ‘LOO’

WOOD END IS A CLASSIC COUNTRY TOWN

THE SORT THAT AUSTRALIA WAS PROUDLY RENOWN

AFTER TIME FOR A SPLURGE IN THE SHOPS

OFF TO THE PUB AND INTO THE ‘SLOPS’

I MAY HAVE OVERDONE THE WINE

ON THE RETURN TRIP HOME I SLEPT ALL THE TIME

WOODEND IS A PLACE WE WILL RETURN TO FOR SURE

THOUGH I WILL DRINK WATER THAT DOES NOT LEAVE ONE FEELING SORE

Thank you Joan and Noel, it is a pleasure to be part of the team

INTEREST RATES

From 1/3/2017

Less than $20,000 1.04%

Greater than $20,000 1.33%

LETTERS

Val and Bob Bishop emailed “Another big thank you to Kathy Trace for our birthday cards that seem to arrive too quickly as the years pass by. We have moved into an over 55 village at Drysdale to be nearer to our daughter as Bob continues his battle with lung and brain cancer, which he is on top of at the moment. A huge thank you to the ANZ family that ring and visit us, it is most appreciated. “

Joe Busuttil emailed “Please convey my sincere thanks to Kathy Trace and the Committee for this year’s birthday greetings. In my twelfth year of retirement bliss, I am enjoying good health and travel plays a great part of our lifestyle. Last year, my visit to Myanmar was an eyeopener and made me appreciate just how lucky we are in Australia. This year, we are back to Vietnam to enjoy the food, culture, friendship, scenery and get away from the cold Inverloch winter.”

Norma Carr emailed on behalf of Len Carr “Many thanks to Kathy and the committee for the recent card and good wishes for my 79th birthday.2016 was highlighted by another trip with my wife Norma to London, to visit our eldest daughter and family. It seems so long ago since I joined the old ES&A in Bendigo in 1956. Looking forward to a much improved season from the mighty Carlton Blues, this AFL Season.”

Edwin Forth emailed from Noosaville “Thankyou Kathy, President and Committee for the birthday wishes. In 2016 Jan and I flew to Italy, Greece and Rhodes Island and spent a fortnight sailing on a Beneteau 50 foot yacht around Greek islands. The yacht is owned by our eldest son Simon and his wife Kim and they have since sailed the Mediterranean to the Canary and Verde islands across the Atlantic Ocean to the Caribbean where they are presently enjoying many island visits. Jan and I had. a good golfing year wining a few prizes but it is hard to keep handicaps down. In Nov/Dec I had a brain bleed which necessitated surgery in Brisbane but I am now well recovered. Celebrated the birthday with friends at the Noosa Golf Club.”

David Gibb emailed “Thank you for sending the Birthday Card for my Birthday on 27th January. It is very much appreciated. The design of the new card is great.”

John Gill emailed “Thank you very much for my Birthday Greetings back in December and I apologise for not writing to thank you much sooner. Since I had a slight stroke back in late May to remember to do things is not the easiest thing to do. However I do appreciate the wishes and thank you and the committee very much for the good wishes.”

Andy Herd emailed “Sincere thanks to Kathy Trace for birthday greetings, incredible how they manage to always make it on time. Sad to report that I lost my wife Jan on Boxing Day. Jan had 25 years with the bank joining in 1963 when she left her island home of King Island. Jan spent her career with Esanda and was very disappointed to see it pass into history as do a lot of others who had the good fortune to work there. Thank you for the great work you do with the news letter, as I have said before it is the communication that holds the retired officers club together”

On behalf of all members our condolences to Andy and his family.

Bruce Iddles wrote “Thank you to the committee for birthday wishes. The past year has seen self and wife Faye travelling for 6 weeks by car and staying in Motels through outback (6,500 klms) Bourke, Longreach, Roma visiting all the tourist attractions. We then met up with friends on the Gold Coast for a couple of weeks. After leaving the Gold Coast travelled to Kempsey, visited the Slim Dusty Museum which was very interesting. Then onto Bathurst and completed a couple of laps of the race track. (Must observe speed signs as police patrol regularly). The outback was beautiful with lush green grass everywhere as they had recently received large rainfalls. Abundance of wild life- Kangaroos, emus, goats and many varied birds. This coming July we have booked another overseas trip to Canada and Alaska with friends through APT. Looking forward to an interesting time”.

David Jones emailed “the layout and content of the newsletter are great. I noted the passing of Ferg Darmody. Ferg was a bit of a legend in my home town of Wirrabara SA where Ferg served for a few years as a young single chap – his escapades and long drinking sessions with the local stock and station lads were always recanted when locals reflected on the “bankies” who had served in the town over the years.”

Bob Kirkland wrote “Thank you Kathy Trace for the birthday greetings, they are always much appreciated. At 94 I have memories of the Bank which present staff would find hard to believe. For instance I joined he Bank of Australasia HO 394 Collins Street t the age of 16 which was the normal age of recruitment at that time. I remember the horse and cab that was always parked outside the Queen Street doorway and was used by the Bank to transfer cash to and from the Commonwealth Bank in Collins Street. The escort staff walked down each side of the road following the cab. We had high desks and stools, pen, ink, sealing wax to process copying of documents. We were referred to as Colonial Staff and treated as such…They were hard days compared to today’s conditions but sometimes on looking at the present “service” I wonder. Thank you again for the greetings.”

Kevin Mitchell (Life Member and Past President) reports he is now a very happy Tasmanian but still has family and friends’ ties in Victoria who helped celebrate his 81st Birthday. Firstly there was the usual ANZROC suspects who gathered for a great few days at Mansfield in mixed weather conditions, but not stopping them from having a wonderful time, for golfers and passive recreation activity including Gary Hocking celebrating Shrove Tuesday early by making Pan Cakes for all.

Bernice and Kevin decided while in Melbourne it would be a good idea to take in some live shows, namely Born Yesterday, Ladies in Black and The Play That Goes Wrong, all excellent and very entertaining.

Kevin was sorry to hear of the passing of Graeme Ainscough as they played in the same ES&A Basketball team at Albert Park back in the 1960s

Jack Moyle wrote “Thank you for the card and birthday greetings for my 92nd birthday. Kathy always gets the timing right. Thankfully I am in good health and enjoyed quiet celebrations with the family.”

Dick Sanders emailed “Thank you so much Kathy Trace for the delightful card arriving in good time for my 80th birthday. There was a “family and old friends” lunch put on by my daughter in law Archontisa, ably helped by my two sons and other daughter in law. Eighteen of us sat down in their home at three tables for the lunch served as a buffet with a dessert of a magical cake, lemon tart, fruits etc. (There were 8 candles). A day after my actual birthday, I received a phone call from Hawaii, which happened to be one Peter Bowering – formerly ANZ the son of an old ANZ/UNION/ASIA Manager of Port Adelaide. I was best man for Peter in1962. Anyway, the Sunday lunch was a magnificent success and should perhaps last me for 10 years!! Thanks again Kathy and good wishes,”

Warren Taylor emailed “Thanks for the birthday card, timely arrival as usual.”

AND David Brown, Bill Collins, Don Davy, Warwick Etty, Rodney Manser, Peter Mitchell, Dianne Newton, ANZROC NSW, Qsld, SA, Tasmania and WA

MATTERS OF INTEREST

ANZROC GOLF DAY

About 20 of our members had a really enjoyable day at the Cheltenham Golf Club on March 10th. The weather was ideal and the course was in top condition.

Kathy Shady was the winner of the Ladies’ event with 33 points and Kathy Trace was runner-up .

We welcomed two new members to their first ANZROC function, Chris Procter and Rod Kendall. These two gentlemen were winner and runner-up in the Men’s event with Chris on 40 points and Rod on 39. As overall winner Chris is now the proud holder of the coveted President’s Cup.

After the game the players enjoyed an excellent lunch and the company of their golfing workmates.

Special thanks to Ken Pattison for arranging the day and to the Cheltenham Golf Club for hosting us.

Check out the photos on our website or on Facebook.

Mansfield 21—23 February 2017

Twenty-one members and partners enjoyed a couple of days relaxing, socialising and enjoying life at the Alzburg Resort in Mansfield on 21/22 February, with some extending their stay for a few extra days to enjoy the many attractions in the area.

Seven golfers enjoyed 18 holes of social golf at the Mansfield Golf Club in perfect golfing weather. Scores were so close that all players ended up getting a golf ball prize.

The Trivia competition during the final evening’s dinner was also closely contested, with the winners breaking free from the pack by being the only ones able to name the AFL player who kicked the first score at Docklands Stadium and whether the score was a goal or a point. Matthew Lloyd kicked the first score at Docklands, it was a point.

Neville Pearson wound up the evening by reciting a poem that he had composed to farewell Kevin and Bernice Mitchell who coordinated the Mansfield trip arrangements for many years, and have now moved to live permanently in Tasmania.

ADVANCE NOTICE PROGRAM FOR 2017 :

May 11th 34/100 Queen Street .. Salvation Army Red Shield Appeal

June 8th The Glasshouse Restaurant at Caulfield Racecourse

July 13th Mulgrave Country Club

August 10th 34/100 Queen Street..Brian and Shirley Rix “Aussies Overland”

NEXT MEETING 20TH APRIL 2017

(TAKE NOTE OF THE AMENDED DATE DUE TO GOOD FRIDAY /EASTER BREAK)

ANZ BANK RETIRED OFICERS CLUB NEXT MEETING WILL BE HELD ON THURSDAY 20TH APRIL 2017 AT GREENSBOROUGH RSL

ADVICE /ACCEPTANCE

LOCATION: GREENSBOROUGH RSL CLUB, 111 MAIN STREET GREENSBOROUGH (PH 9435 1884)

Guest Speaker will be Danielle Marsh a member of the ANZ Banking Group and ANZROC Life Member Gerry McPherson will deliver the Ode of Remembrance.

Our guest speaker was arranged by ANZROC member Dal Crocker, Vice President and Acting Treasurer of the Greensborough RSL Club .

The luncheon will commence at 12noon and a range of a la carte selections and seniors meals will be available for members and partners with drinks at bar prices.

Partners ,widows and ANZ Ladies Club members are most welcome and encouraged to attend

The RSL Club is approx 150 metres from the Greensborough Railway Station and approx 2 km South East from where the existing Metropolitan Ring Road ends.

Several of our members frequent this modern facility on a regular basis and the service and food (including senior meals) is excellent value for money

Please advise your acceptance by Thursday 13th April 2017 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 GREENSBOROUGH ANZROC LUNCHEON THURSDAY 20th APRIL 2017

FROM MIDDAY

TO : Joan Nathan

7 Lightwood Drive Sunbury 3429. By post or Phone 97408001 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

I/we will be attending the Luncheon function

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Thank you for your support

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Ron Adams

Newsletter Editor