NEWSLETTER 9th DECEMBER 2010
WELCOME
PRESIDENTS OPENING COMMENTS
MC Kevin Mitchell opened this excellent luncheon with a range of jokes that kept the audience laughing he then introduced incoming President Neville Pearson to members present. Neville welcomed around 280 members (including 22 women members) and guests to the Annual Christmas Luncheon with a special welcome to ANZ Group Executives, Mike Smith CEO, Graham Hodges Deputy CEO, Alex Thursby CEO Asia Pacific Europe and America, David Cartwright COO, Peter Marriott CFO, Stephen Ries from Corporate Communications, Gaye Haug Global Head Remuneration and Reward Services and National Manager of ANZ Staff Clubs, Christopher Woods.
ANZ Executives Phil Chronican, Shayne Elliott, Jenny Fagg (passes on best wishes to ANZROC members) David Hisco, Anne Weatherstone, Chris Page, Joyce Phillips, Susie Babani, Paul Edwards and Gerard Brown were unable to attend and sent their apologies.
Neville Pearson was especially pleased to see past ANZ Chief Charles Rennie in attendance again this year. We were also able to welcome Elina Law to the luncheon as Elina has been working closely with Eamon Veaney and they have been instrumental in developing and establishing our new ANZROC website.
In his opening comments Neville acknowledged ANZROC‘s appreciation for ANZ Bank’s ongoing support through the generous subsidies for annual luncheons in all States and the use of ANZ Pavilion for the ANZROC Vic luncheon. Neville confirmed the progress made this year on aspects of welfare for our members in discussions with Chris Woods at ANZ and the finalization of the Privilege Package which is attached to this newsletter.
In proposing the Toast to Queen and Country Neville recited his inaugural ANZROC Christmas Poem:
”Although the place has changed somewhat some things will never alter
For all of you who came today the friendships never falter
Helping each other in tough times, but also having fun
Because that‘s what our club is all about, not being number one
And whilst memories are important, we daren’t forget the past
But most of all its friendship, that is what we want to last
So many friends we have all made, banking runs true in our blood
I thank you for the privilege of being president of your club
Our families are important and I want to make this clear
From all committee members, merry Christmas and good cheer
And in closing one tradition we respect and keep alive
From ANZ’s proud history, reaching back to eighteen thirty five
To recognise this heritage please stand with glass in hand
And toast to queen and country, Australia aint she grand………”
APOLOGIES
John Crough, Frank Edwards, Ian Ewing, David Harkin, Frank Hatfield, Louis Hebrard, Jim Martin, Norman Mattila, John McFarlane , Jim Nicolson, Reg Nicolson, Don Ranyard, Bruce Seamons, Frank Stanson, Sandra Street, Don Taylor, Paul Tovey, Russell van Rouyen, Glenda White.
NEW MEMBERS
Beard J.H.(Jeff) 17 years ANZ
Jarman Warren 22 years ANZ
Norman P W.(Peter) 40 years ANZ
Schunke D C.(David) 37 years ANZ
We look forward to seeing Jeff, Warren Peter and at one of our meetings. David joined us for the Christmas luncheon.
BEREAVEMENTS
Hamlin M.C.(Mike) 72 years March 2010
Walter J.P.(Jacques) 66 years December 2010
Jacques spent 2 years as a teacher in Mauritius before migrating to Australia in November 1967. Shortly afterwards he joined ANZ at Glenferrie branch from which he moved to International HQ with a 2 year stint in New Hebrides (Vanuatu). He came back to Melbourne in 1969. He subsequently worked in Controller's department and Esanda before retiring from ANZ after 33 years. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends and will be remembered with affection by his golfing colleagues at the annual trip to Rich River, many of whom attended his funeral.
Members send their condolences to family and friends of Mike and Jacques.
Two non members of ANZROC who would have been well known to many members passed away during December. Trevor Dalziel passed away suddenly of a heart attack on 12/11/2010 Trevor completed a long career around 40 years spending an extended time in Tasmania - where he was on holiday at the time of his death . Ron W.G. Turner passed away on 13/12/2010 after a long illness and he was known to many in Victoria and NSW. Our sympathies are extended to the families and friends of Trevor and Ron.
HONORARY BIRTHDAYS
The following Honorary members will be enjoying a birthday during December and we pass on congratulations from our members for your birthdays: Leigh Astall (81),Lloyd Bowers (88), Ian Cann (83), Trevor Cookson (80), Ken Fastier (88), John Hallinan (85), John Hicks (83), Rod Hill (85), Joan Lamond, Wal McGillivray (87), Brian Oldfield ,Noel Robertson (80), Molly Saint,
Neville Taylor (90), Bill Thorne (81), Glen Twidale (80), Alan Williamson (80), Jack Willoughby (85), Theo Yardley (80), Lloyd Zegenhagen (86).
INTEREST RATES
From 1/12/2010 less than $20,000 3.08%
greater than $20,000 3.95%
CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
ANZROC (VIC) WEBSITE AT - www.anzroc.com.au
Photos of the Christmas luncheon are now available for members to access on our website and we ask you to take the opportunity to look at our site and let us have any comments and suggestions for the Committee’s consideration as we refine the site. Contact Ron Adams on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or PO Box 579, Malvern, 3144.
TOAST TO ANZ
George Lawson proposed the toast to ANZ and here are his comments to members present:
‘Firstly it is a pleasure to be asked to propose this toast to the bank and to be able to express on behalf of all retired officers a big thank you to the bank for the interest and support it provides to ANZROC and its members.
Likewise it is appropriate at the same time to acknowledge the great work of the ANZROC committee for the effort they go to with the organization of this lunch and other events. Waiting for the Ron Adams newsletter each month is like it used to be waiting for the Sporting Globe on a Saturday night all those years ago, except we now look to see how many of us have made that grand score of 80, rather than hope that Collingwood have lost by 80.
When considering what to talk about when you have an audience of retired people I was influenced by advice given to me by the late Geoff McComas ( of 3DB fame) at an ANZ training course many years ago, and have used many times over the years.. He said “prior to preparing your presentation always profile your audience” Well I Googled, twittered and Facebooked this for an audience of around 300 predominately white male retirees with an average age of 70. The results although interesting were probably predictable:-
40% won’t remember George Lawson, 20% won’t be able to hear me, 20% won’t be able to see me and the other 20% will probably have a prostate problem and need to go to the bathroom half way through the speech. Then of that 100% ten minutes after I have finished 65% will ask someone nearby what I spoke about.
So here goes. It all began at Tallangatta on the 21st Dec 1959 – 51 years ago and what a journey it has been. For those who don’t know where Tallangatta is – it is a north east Victorian country town situated in the centre of Tangambalanga, Yackandanda, Koetong and Walwa.
The first day I was given this blue book to read – the S/R and I was asked to digest the opening page – it was there that I learned about confidentiality and that I had to be of sober habits and couldn’t gamble and even had to get the bank’s permission if I wanted to get married. Here I was, shortly to turn 16, just had my first shave and with two hairs growing on my chest and I find drinking, gambling and fornicating are frowned upon. On transferring to the city just before I turned 18 I recall my mother ringing to check how I was settling in. I told her that everything was good – I was working with and playing footy with some good people but I didn’t think many of them had an opportunity to read that blue book I had to read at Tallangatta.
How everything has changed since 1959 – who would have dreamed that 50 years on how important the mobile phone or I Pad would become - that today we send an email rather than write a letter – we withdraw from an ATM rather than annoy a teller – we pay our bills by plastic or bpay rather than write a cheque – and the internet, hasn’t that changed things. But whilst the
technological development has been absolutely incredible in my mind the single biggest change has been the growth of the female employee in the industry. They no longer sit in the ledger room or the typing pool. They are now playing extremely significant roles as managers, senior executives, CEO’s, board directors, chairpersons and even prime ministers.
Let us talk about prime ministers and politicians for a moment. They would not be among the favourite people of a bank CEO. Treasurer Swan and Prime Minister Gillard have promised to fix the banking system but do they realize it’s not broken.
The ANZ Staff Social Club and its affiliated sporting clubs played a very important part in our lives as young bankers, particularly those of us who came down from the bush. I played with the tennis club, the golf club and the football club and not knowing much about Melbourne when I arrived from Tallangatta, Allan Thynne and Brian Christensen, the coaches of the bank footy team decided I should have a buddy to show me around town. They gave the job to Bluey Duguid – 50 years on he is still showing me around. As well as being my personal chauffer at times he also acts as my medical and theological advisor as well as golf coach. Of all of the sporting events that were high on one’s agenda was the annual visit to Wagga Wagga – the rivalry between Victoria and NSW was extreme with even State Managers becoming fiercely competitive. From a career perspective ANZ did a lot for me – I didn’t stay in one job for long enough to get into any trouble and it was pretty fast moving. I will never forget the attitude ANZ had to the training and development of its people and who could forget some of those live in courses – Sydney – Ormond College – the Old Ambulance Centre in Queens Road.
After 30 years with ANZ I moved to Bank of Melbourne – why? a doubling of my salary package, a wallet full of share options and the opportunity to stay in Melbourne.
I retired in 1999 at age 55 after running the retail part of Bank of Melbourne for 10 years. Isn’t retirement great – no more customer financial affairs to care for, only our own –grandkids to look after – doctor visits to be diarised – pills to be lined up in order ––and golf – why is golf a retirement necessity. Someone once said golf can be best described as an endless series of disasters obscured by an occasional miracle. I play at Latrobe 3 days a week with a group of fellow ANZROC members. My wife plays at her club the other two so most of the week at home is harmonious. The major golf event of the year for me is pre Easter at Yarrawonga (the 15th year in 2011). All participants are ANZROC members and include names like Ries, Ranford, McConnell, Christensen, Crough, Phelan, Harding, Duguid, Maguire, Treleaven, Woods and Briggs. Talking about getting old – last week I was invited to a seminar on estate planning – the opening page on the presentation sheets was headed –“plan the future –don’t leave it too long”
In conclusion I have to say that ANZ taught me a significant amount and similar to all of us in this room has had a big influence on my life and the friendships which we hold so dear.
ANZ as we know is one of the great banking institutions of not only Australia but of the world and we all congratulate you Mike and your team on the progress the bank continues to make. As retirees we all look to high interest rates for our deposits, growing profits, growing share values and rising dividends.”
RESPONSE TO TOAST TO ANZ
Mike Smith, Chief Executive Officer said it was his fourth address to the Retired Officers Christmas Lunch and he then updated members with the year’s results and the strategic direction ANZ is taking into 2011.
Despite the ongoing impact of the Global Financial Crisis across the world Mike said that ANZ is delivering on the promises made to shareholders, customers and the community with progress towards the strategic ambition to become a leading super regional bank in Asia Pacific. The acquisition of selected Asian assets of RBS and integration of other businesses acquired in Asia is completed and profits are flowing from this source. Regional expansion continues with approval received for new or expanded banking licences in China, Singapore, the Philippines and in principle approval for a foreign bank licence in India. Closer to home profits and dividends were
sharply higher and balance sheet management is well placed to meet new capital standards being developed in Australia. During the year ANZ completed the purchase of the remaining 51% of ANZ-ING wealth management and life insurance ventures which has boosted the wealth management segment of ANZ. The purchase of the Landmark financial services loan and deposit books from AWB has taken ANZ’s regional commercial business to No 2 in market share position in agri-business. ANZ was assessed as the leading sustainable bank globally by the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the fourth consecutive year and named Bank of the Year by the Institute of Finance Professionals in Australia.
Looking ahead there is still uncertainty in the global environment particularly USA and European economies and higher funding costs are here to stay while new capital and liquidity requirements creates further challenges for management and staff. The result is that these changes require changes to how ANZ does business at the same time customers want simplicity and convenience at a fair price. Then there is the need to testify at the current Senate enquiry into Banking in Australia which is taking a great deal of executive time and the potential outcomes are difficult to gauge but after weathering the global financial crisis in 2008 and 2009 ANZ is well placed to meet these new challenges. Mike thanked the members present for their ongoing support for ANZ and asked members to be prepared to counter the current widespread criticism of the banking industry. He wished all ANZROC members and families all the best for Christmas and a very prosperous new year.
LETTERS
Vic Ansell sent a brief note to say thanks for the birthday greetings via John Vanselow. Much appreciated. Vic and his wife had been holidaying in Mildura and Mansfield so he was away when the greetings arrived. They had a good few weeks away but Vic did run into a few locust swarms when travelling, but not enough to be a real problem. The locust activity has increased since they returned home. He has enjoyed the meetings this year as with other years and very much appreciates the work the committee members continue to put in.
Annette Baldwin sends thanks for her birthday card. She and husband Graeme have just returned from time in Cairns where they ran a business some time ago but they found the business climate in North Queensland has changed for small business since their time in the city.
Kerry Bateson tells me he looks forward to hearing what is happening in the newsletters with all the 'old' ones he used to work with. He still meets with some of the current employees for lunch and spent a very informative lunchtime with Dot Hayes catching up on things and reminiscing about the good old days. Kerry is still working full time but when he finally retires will attend the ANZROC lunches and functions.
Jeff Beard a new member this month writes that he was a player for the ANZ Football team for many years although President Neville Pearson says he did not play very well. Jeff was also President of ANZ Angling Club. He has close friends that are members of ANZROC including Peter and Stella Smith and Graham and Carol Bancroft.
Gordon Blair sent a short note to thank ROC for, once again, remembering his birthday (the 65th as it happened).He had a quiet day and enjoyed a very nice evening meal with his son, Cameron, and daughter, Lindsey, at a restaurant in East Burwood. Once again, many thanks for the Club's timely and much appreciated good wishes.
Geoff Christensen emailed to thank the Club for the Birthday Card, which as usual arrived on the day. He has reached the ripe old age of 60 years. Retired now going on 3 years albeit seems a lot longer and very much enjoying the easy life. Travelled to the US earlier this year and fulfilled one of life’s ambitions of visiting Memphis and of course Graceland. It was a very moving experience but alas no sign of the King. Geoff and his wife also took in New Orleans, Nashville and along the way many other Deep South places of interest. They had a hire car for just over 3
weeks out of New Orleans and concluding in Nashville. The food and music were just sensational and is highly recommended. Next year Geoff and his wife are off to Tahiti in March closely followed by Italy in May (doing two 7 night cruises out of Venice and then Genoa then driving for the next fortnight staying initially in a Villa in Tuscany and touring the wineries etc then Rome). Geoff will miss a number of Hawks games but then can’t do everything.
Ian Ewing emailing his thanks for the birthday wishes says that at present his life is so hectic and the pressure does not seem to ease up. This year Ian and wife Margaret celebrated their 50th Wedding anniversary and for some years Margaret has said that she would like to be in New York for that event. Accordingly they set out to on an Insight tour which commenced in Toronto Canada and finished in Boston USA. Time was spent on a bus exploring Toronto, Ottawa, Quebec and Montreal. They then boarded the MS Maasdam to return to Quebec, then up the St Lawrence River, around Nova Scotia, where they called at Charlottetown, Sydney and Halifax and then on to Bar Harbor and finishing in Boston. Ian and Margaret celebrated the anniversary on the last night before coming into Boston. Not quite New York but pretty close. After staying in Boston for a few days they boarded the Amtrak service to New York and then on to Washington when it was time to say farewell to the USA and they set off for home arriving in early October. Highlights of the trip included the Niagara Falls out of Toronto, the Parliament buildings in Ottawa, the magnificent buildings of the old city of Quebec, and again the magnificent buildings of Montreal, Anne of Green Gables memorabilia at Charlottetown, the harbour at Sydney, the Citadel at Halifax, the harbour at Bar Harbor and the wonderful history surrounding Boston and its buildings. New York of course has the colourful Times Square and the Statue of Liberty and Washington has its Museums and the Capitol Building.
Brian Farrell writing thanks for the birthday wishes says as usual his old friend John Vanselow was right on the button. All available family members gathered at Brian and wife Maralyn’s home to help him celebrate with a barbecue luncheon and they spent an enjoyable afternoon together. Brian and Maralyn recently attended the funeral service for their long time friend Betty McLeod who was the wife of Rod McLeod, ex South Melbourne Area Manager. Betty will be sadly missed by family and friends.
John Flyger emailed his thanks for the birthday recognition. The card arrived on the day in question, thanks of course to John Vanselow who once again shows his mastery with our postal system! He is now looking forward to the Christmas Luncheon meeting on the 9th and catching up with former workmates.
Theo Hall writing from Mornington says thanks for the good wishes for his birthday. Theo had a family celebration which is the last one for his seventies. Only days before Theo and his wife celebrated their son’s marriage held by Lake Wendouree in Ballarat which has water in it after many years of drought. It was a happy occasion.
Keith Higgs emailing his thanks to the Committee for the birthday greetings with special mention to John Vanselow reports that the card arrived on the day. The major highlight of Keith and his wife’s year happened on their wedding anniversary. Sarah, one of their granddaughters gave birth to their first great grandchild, a perfect little girl named Charlotte, now seven months old and crawling. That's one birthday that Keith should find easy to remember but it makes you realise how fast the years are flying by.
John Hobbs writing on his 94th sends thanks for his birthday card which is the 34th card he has received. John is fortunate to continue to enjoy good health and remain active in all his interest even if the energy application is not what it was. This year has been relatively quiet with just 10 days away with family in the south west of WA where they produce some pretty good wines.
Brian Kinna writing thanks for the birthday wishes says health problems have restricted the movements of both Brian and his wife but he still enjoys reading of the exploits of many of his former fellow workers who did such a good job in getting ANZ to such a sound position that it now enjoys.
John Mangan writing from Kangaroo Flat on his 80th appreciated the good wishes from members. He has had a few health problems recently but was able to have a couple of small parties. John hopes to see his friends and colleagues at the Christmas luncheon on 9th December.
Life Member Fay McPherson sending thanks for her birthday card, which as usual arrived right on time said she had a most enjoyable day at daughter Patricia’s home for a Sunday Roast lunch and then in the evening had a phone call (which lasted about an hour) from son Bruce and his family in Norway, which capped off a very happy birthday indeed.
Geoff Perdriau sends thanks for his birthday card. He also received best wishes from his cousin Joan Watson, widow of our Past President Alan Watson. Joan was delighted to receive a visit recently from newly elected Vice President David Knuckey at her retirement village home in Mount Martha.
Alan Ryan writing from Warragul says thanks for the birthday wishes and how he appreciates the newsletter as it keeps him up to date with the undertakings of old friends. He is presently laid up with a broken ankle but when fit still gets involved in local affairs and runs his cattle which are a great interest. Alan has lived in Warragul for 37 years and retired for 15 years. Where has the time gone? Alan and his wife travel overseas each year and it was to California this year to visit their daughter who is living there.
Glenda White emails that she and her husband Peter have just got back from China where they saw the Wall and the Warriors, a great trip and so interesting, the history is amazing as is the climb on the wall with no two steps the same height. A highlight also was taking the Maglev from Shanghai City to the airport and back (just for the fun of it) got up to a breezy 301kph and not a seatbelt in sight, people were just walking around the train truly amazing. Glenda will be going to the suburban luncheon in March.
And from Marguerite Barnsley, Mike Cooper, Paul Cross, Don Davy, Ken Fitzgerald, Neil Franklin, Deric Kennedy, Ed Laity, Rolf Loebert, Beverley MacDonald, Bruce Mathrick, Karl Mattingly, Jim Nicolson, Coralie O’Donahoo, Graeme Randall, John Ries, Norma Thomas, Julie Wilkins,
ANZROC QSLD, NSW, SA, TAS, WA
MATTERS OF INTEREST
RETIRED OFFICERS CLUB MEMBERS AND PARTNERS SUBURBAN LUNCHEON to be held on THURSDAY 17TH MARCH 2011 at the MAROONDAH SPORTS CLUB
CORNER MOUNT DANDENONG AND DUBLIN ROADS RINGWOOD EAST
(Entrance Mount Dandenong Road)
In continuance of what is now becoming a tradition, the St Patrick’s Day luncheon, will again be held at the “Maroondah Sports Club” on the Corner of Mount Dandenong and Dublin Roads Ringwood East on Thursday 17th March 2011
We are greatly appreciative; once again, of the assistance Lyn and Les Stevens are giving in bringing this function together. They are looking forward to the opportunity of catching up again with as many ROC members and partners as possible.
It is proposed that we meet at the Maroondah Sports Club at midday with the view to ordering lunch around 12.30 pm. The Maroondah Club provides a two course Seniors Luncheon for approx $15.00 per head. They also provide a broader menu should this be preferred. It is proposed that the ROC will subsidise the luncheon to the extent of $200.00 towards providing wine/drinks for the tables
To assist members and partners, we will endeavour to provide transport to and from the venue for those members/partners who do have mobility difficulties. We would also appreciate any assistance members can give in provision of transport should such be required
As there is no January Newsletter we have provided this information early. If you are interested in attending this luncheon, we would appreciate if could return the following notice by 10 February 2011:
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ROC MEMBERS AND PARTNERS SUBURBAN LUNCHEON AT THE MAROONDAH SPORTS CLUB MIDDAY Thursday 17th MARCH 2011
Members Name…………………………………………..
Partners Name……………………………………………
I/we will be attending the luncheon: Yes / No
I am able to assist with transport for members who require assistance: Yes / No
I would appreciate assistance with transport: Yes / No
This information can be emailed to Neville Pearson at “ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. “, or posted to Neville Pearson at 18 Browning Drive Glen Waverley 3150
Should you wish to telephone Neville, call 9802 0187
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TRARALGON GOLF DAY
Forty seven members and partners travelled to Traralgon for the 10th Jim Coffey Memorial Golf Day. Showery weather made playing difficult at times; however some good scores were recorded.
Men’s Winner and winner of the Jim Coffey Memorial Trophy was John Winders (38 pts).
Men’s runner up was John Inglis (36 pts)
Ladies winner was Kath Shady (32 pts) on a count back from Lesley Cook.
Nearest the Pins were won by John McPhee, Des Shady and Hugh Bourke.
Kathy Trace was the star of the day after having a very exciting Hole-in-One on the par 3, 15th hole.
Once again the evening function at the Clubhouse provided everyone with the chance to socialise over the traditional country style roast dinner, with friendships being renewed and many stories swapped over a few drinks. Check out the article and photos from the Traralgon on the anzroc.com.au website
Diary Date – Our 2011 Autumn Golf Day will be held at the challenging Spring Valley sand belt course in Clayton on Monday 9 May 2011. Spring Valley is hosting the Victorian Championships in January next year and we are very fortunate to be invited to play on this quality course. Put the date in your diaries now!
SUBSCRIPTION PAYMENTS – NO NAME?
We have been unable to apply the following subscription payments that were deposited direct to the ANZROC bank account on the dates shown below.
Deposit $12 22 Jul 2010
Deposit $12 13 Sep 2010
Agent Deposit 258150 $12 23 Sep 2010
If you think that any of these deposits may have been banked by you, please contact our Treasurer John Brown by either telephone 03 9802 1810 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
ANZROC PRIVILEGE PACKAGE
Chris Woods, National Manager of ANZ Staff Clubs and our ANZROC contact for ANZ matters, reports that they are now finalising the process for eligible retired officers with 30+ years to access staff banking benefits. As discussed with our ANZROC committee, they have hit a hurdle with retired officers accessing lending benefits via ANZ branch network, and as such have devised an alternative (and simpler) method for retired officers to access these, and all staff banking benefits. ANZ has created an email address for retired officers - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. and also a postal mailbox - ANZ Retired Officers, Level 4 ANZ Centre, 833 Collins St, Docklands VIC 3008.
Quite simply, any retired officer with 30+ years who wish to avail themselves of a particular staff banking benefit can contact ANZ via either of the above two options, providing the following details:
* Name
* Address
* Years of ANZ service
* Nominate the product they wish to receive a benefit on.
* Advise whether this is an existing product they hold and simply want the benefit applied (benefits cannot be applied retrospectively) or whether it is a new application.
For existing products, the benefit will be applied shortly thereafter. For new applications, the retired officer will be advised of the exact process to receive the benefit.
Given this process has been established for lending benefits, ANZ has elected to adopt this process for all Staff Banking benefits. This eliminates any complications a retired officer may experience by attempting to have these benefits applied at branch level and expedites the process.
Due to the adoption of this direct process, it is unnecessary to provide eligible retired officers with a branch eligibility certificate. Upon contacting ANZ via email or post, the retired officer can be verified at that point in time. This will also eliminate any pain inadvertently caused to families by sending a certificate to a retired officer who may have passed away.
Attached to this newsletter are the December 2010 Staff Banking benefits available to eligible retired officers. As discussed with ANZROC Committee our retired officer members will be able to determine whether they wish to take up a benefit, and if so how to proceed. As Staff Banking benefits alter Chris Woods will provide ANZROC with an updated list. If you have any problems with the new process contact Ron Adams (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or post to PO Box 579, Malvern, Vic 3144 phone 9821 0444 ) or Neville Pearson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or post to 18 Browning Drive Glen Waverley 3150 phone 9802 0187).
ANZ RETIRED OFFICERS CLUB GETAWAY
After the success of the getaway in 2010 Kevin Mitchell has organized a booking again for 2011 at the Alzburg Inn Resort 39 Malcolm St Mansfield for 2 Nights Monday 21st Feb and Tuesday 22nd Feb 2010. The get together is open to all members/ partners and singles and for full details you can contact Kevin on 98076201 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
ACCOMMODATION cost for 2 nights. Unit only.
Standard Motel 3 Stars, self contained with kitchenette.
Cost: $220.00, plus $30 P/P for Buffet Dinner = $
Deluxe Apartment 4 Stars, 2 bedrooms, living room, full kitchen & spa bath
Cost: $352.00, plus $30 P/P for Buffet Dinner = $
Resort Facilities: Swimming Pool / Sauna / Spa / Tennis Courts / Function Room/Volleyball / Games Room / Table Tennis / Dining Room / BBQ
Golf Course and Pokies Venue 2 km.
Other attractions within easy driving distance. Information available.
PROGRAMME
Day 1. Mon 21 Feb. Arrive anytime after midday.
Explore Alzburg Resort and Mansfield Township at your leisure.
Social Golf, Tennis or relax around the pool.
6.30pm. BBQ Dinner, BYO food & drink.
Day 2. Tue 22 Feb. Early Morning Golf Competition.
Non Golfers Social Walk, Tennis or other passive activities, or maybe just relax around the pool.
6.15 pm: BYO Pre Dinner drinks and nibbles around pool.
7.00 for 7.30pm: 2 Course, Pizza & Pasta Dinner & Dessert
Resort Dining Room . Cost $30.00 Per Person
Bar facilities available at your own expense. “Music for Dancing”.
Day 3 Wed 23 Feb Check out of unit by 11.00am, but continue to enjoy the facilities at the Alzburg for as long as you like.
Please Note: Booking arrangements, you are requested to pay your accommodation and P&P Dinner in full by cheque payable to Alzburg Resort, or by Credit Card.
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ANZROC Mansfield Booking Form for 2011
Name’s:__________________________________________
Phone No:___________________ Email:_____________________
Accommodation (please circle) Motel /Apartment.
If sharing an apartment please indicate who with……………………………
Golf Competition: Name _______________________H’cap_____
Attached booking cheque for $ payable to Alzburg Resort
Please forward this booking form together with full payment by
31 Jan 2011 to Kevin Mitchell Unit 2/29 McLochlan St
Mount Waverley 3149
Phone Kevin on 9807-6201 if you require further information.
APT TRAVEL OPORTUNITIES FOR ROC MEMBERS
APT Travel has a close association with the ANZ Bank through the discount offer to Staff and Retired Officers on their travel tours
A suggestion has been put forward during our communications with APT, that ROC members may appreciate the opportunity of an ANZ ROC Group Tour specifically organised by APT exclusively for ANZ Bank Retired Officers within Australia or overseas
We have scheduled a meeting with APT early in the new year to discuss this matter in more detail and prior to such meeting we would appreciate members suggestions as to location (Australia or overseas) and the likely interest in such a proposal. We would welcome members’ comments on this suggestion and would appreciate if any members who may be interested please complete and return the following questionnaire. This questionnaire is nonbinding in any way and will be only used to gauge our members’ interest prior to our meeting with APT:-
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APT TRAVEL QUESTIONNAIRE
NAME ………………………………………………………………….
I would suggest that any such tour be of approx ………………. days duration and places that may be of interest me within Australia or overseas would be:
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I am relatively flexible as to timing YES/NO (please delete as applicable)
If “NO” what timing is preferred ………………………………………………………………………….
I understand that this questionnaire is nonbinding in any way
DATE …./…./……..
PLEASE RETURN TO:
The Secretary
ANZ Retired Officers Club Vic,
PO Box 579, Malvern, Vic 3144.
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ANZROC MEETINGS 2011
The dates already confirmed for 34th Floor 100 Queen Street are Thursdays February 17th, April 14th (Kevin Mitchell to arrange for our ANZAC Remembrance ) and May 12th (Salvation Army).....all lunchtime meetings
17th March is off site at Maroondah Club and June 9th is tentatively 833 Collins Street......
For the second half of the year the dates proposed are luncheon meetings on Thursdays 14th July, August 11th, October 13th and November 10th (AGM) and have been pencilled in at 34th Floor 100 Queen Street
September is offsite at either a country or suburban daytime luncheon and a night meeting offsite and the dates to be advised closer to September
December luncheon at the ANZ Pavilion is proposed for 8th December.....
NEXT MEETING
THURSDAY 17TH FEBRUARY 2011
MEETING IN the MELBOURNE ROOM ON 34TH FLOOR ANZ HEAD OFFICE 100 QUEEN STREET at 12 NOON
The guest speaker for the day is still to confirm acceptance and details will be posted on our website closer to the date but being the first meeting of the year we would expect a strong attendance as members welcome in the New Year and catch up with friend s and colleagues.
Please let Ron Adams know by Friday 11h February 2011 by e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. phone ( 98210444) or return the attached notice to PO Box 579, Malvern Vic 3144 so we can advise ANZ Security Desk the names of members attending.
Ron Adams
Secretary
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ACCEPTANCE THURSDAY LUNCHEON 17TH FEBRUARY 2011 FROM 12 NOON MELBOURNE ROOM 34TH FLOOR ANZ HEAD OFFICE 100 QUEEN STREET
To Ron Adams I/we will be attending the Luncheon function
PO Box 579 on 17th February 2011 commencing at 12 noon
Malvern Vic 3144 . Phone 9821 0444 or email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
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