Summer Members Magazine 2014 by Canberra Southern Cross Club

SUMMER 2014-15

SHARE IN $30,000 CASH IN OUR CHRISTMAS PROMOTION SEE PAGE 13 FOR DETAILS

ADAM HARVEY

LIVE IN FEBRUARY! SUMMER HAPPY HOURS & VALUE MEALS

‘TIS THE SEASON TO

FOR THE INFORMATION OF MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS 1

Dear Member In this issue of Members Magazine we’ll be sharing our memories of Christmas Holidays as well as providing what we hope is a wide range of reasons to make the Southern Cross Club part of your festive season celebrations.

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In my family Christmas holidays were synonymous with the beach. Every year Mum and Dad would load my four older siblings and I into the car and we’d make the journey to our holiday house in Anglesea, on Victoria’s Surf Coast. As a youngster, Christmas meant celebrating and spending time with family. We’d spend day after day on the beach, searching for crabs in the rock pools and learning how to surf as big a wave as we could muster the courage to take on. Looking back, I can see those ‘killer’ waves were actually little more than a small swell but at the time they seemed huge. They were endless summers and I look back on them fondly. The other special thing about Christmas 2014 is that it’s my first at the Southern Cross Club. The staff keep telling me the Club’s pride in togetherness and family values is never stronger than at this time of the year.

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I’m looking forward to celebrating at the Club and helping ensure our members and guests have a great time with their family and friends sharing a meal, a drink and each other’s company.

“We’ve expanded our kid’s menu at Henry’s Family Restaurant ” This summer we’ve made some big improvements to benefit our youngest customers. Our kid’s menu at Henry’s has expanded, and we’ve upgraded the playroom with more fun games to play and better prizes to take home. These improvements have been road tested by some experts in our household and given the big thumbs up. Of course this Magazine is full of a dazzling array of great value deals and promotions available throughout summer for Members of all ages.

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Our summer happy hour deal is a beauty, and the 5:1 redemption on your StarRewards is great value. Finally, I’d like to take this chance to thank you for your continued patronage and loyalty in 2014 and to wish you a very merry Christmas and a safe and happy 2015.

Ian

Ian Mackay CEO

CONTENTS President’s Message........................3 StarRewards 5:1 Offer.....................4 Christmas Day....................................6 $8.90 Specials................................. 10 Family Offers .................................. 11 Christmas Raffles........................... 12 12 Days of Christmas ................... 13 New Years Eve ................................ 17 Meet the Team ............................... 18 Health & Wellbeing....................... 19 Australia Day on the Lawns....... 21 Chef’s Corner................................... 22 Adam Harvey.................................. 25 Promotions ..................................... 26 Summer Cruise Schedule........... 27

Harry

Dear Member

From the President... They say Christmas is the season to be jolly, but I also believe it’s the perfect time of year to head to the Club. Christmas at the Canberra Southern Cross Club is somewhat of an institution in my family. As a teenager I can fondly recall my brother and I excitedly tagging along with Mum and Dad every festive season, eager to take in the atmosphere and hustle and bustle of the Club at one of its busiest times. Back then the Club wasn’t open on Christmas Day but in the days and weeks surrounding it, the Club was the place to be. There was always such a strong sense of family and community spirit that really reverberated around the Club at that time of the year and it was a treat to be a part of it. We’d meet family and friends there to wish them well for Christmas and New Year and it became somewhat of a running joke to see if Dad would order the schnitzel at the Golden Grille. He did, every single time. When I started work at the Club as a trainee manager in 1989 I noticed a real camaraderie among the staff, particularly at Christmas time.

drink and to fill each other in on their plans for Christmas.

wonderful place for our patrons to celebrate.

I always enjoyed catching up with the Club’s regular patrons in the lead up to Christmas and hearing about the gifts they’d chosen for their children or grandchildren or where they were going for their end of year holiday.

One of the truly touching Christmas events the Club puts on is the Pensioner Christmas Party, which is a free lunch for pensioners who are members.

The patrons really were like family to the staff and I’m proud that custom continues today.

“The Club is open on Christmas Day... it’s a wonderful place for our patrons to celebrate” Now as president I get to enjoy the best of all worlds – celebrating Christmas with my wife and two daughters at the Club as well as the staff and the members and guests. What makes it even more special for me is that I met my wife Sonja at the Club when we were both working at the Reef and Beef Restaurant. Of course the Club is open on Christmas Day now and with its beautiful decorations it’s a

This year we expect to provide a banquet for up to 700 people over two sessions on December 1st and 3rd. The party fits well with our familyfriendly ethos and it’s heartwarming to see our members celebrate with old friends or make new ones. I’m also proud that the Club is sponsoring the Canberra Carols by Candlelight for the 13th consecutive year. It’s a really well attended event that is focused on the community and truly captures the spirit of Christmas. Whatever your Christmas holds in 2014 , may it be a safe and very merry one.

Simon

Simon Plummer President

It became somewhat of a tradition for staff from all areas of the Club to come together for a celebratory

Simon has had a long association with the Southern Cross Club, starting work as a trainee manager in 1989. He also worked in administration, marketing and at the family restaurant, Henry’s. He left in 1995, however returned three years later as the general manager, where he stayed for a further 18 months.

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Members can celebrate the New Year with gusto from January 5th with our 5:1 points redemption offer for Star Rewards. For one month, from January 5 to February 5 inclusive, you’ll receive five times the value when you redeem your points for food and beverage at any one of our four Venues, Woden, Tuggeranong, Jamison and Yacht Club. As you know, your Membership card is the key to earning points on your visits to the Club. Just make sure you swipe your card every time you enter the Club at the Rewards Centre kiosk, present it to our friendly staff when purchasing food or beverages or entertainment tickets and of course insert your card into gaming machines when playing.

“Receive five times the value when you redeem your points for food and beverage ” You’ll be pleasantly surprised how quickly your points can add up, and with a redemption rate set at 5 times your earning rate the rewards are great. Here’s an example. If you’ve come for dinner and a few drinks with friends three times since June and presented your card each visit,

plus swiped your card on entry and even had just a small flutter on the pokies then you’re likely to have earned around 300 to 400 points. That alone is enough to redeem for a couple of schooners or one of our $8.90 lunch specials during the 5:1 bonus period.

“Your points go much further, giving you more value each time you visit the Club” You can redeem the 5:1 at all our restaurants and Bars including Chong Co upstairs at Woden, our signature restaurant Peppercress at Tuggeranong and even Snapper On The Lake at the Yacht Club. We think Star Rewards is the best rewards program around. So if you want to compare it to other Club programs or even to the rewards offers from supermarkets and airlines, you’ll find your points go much further, giving you more value each time you visit the Club. If you have any questions about how to get the most out of the program just ask any one of our Venue Managers, Brian, Matt or Gus or our friendly reception staff when you enter the Club.

BOOK NOW FOR Christmas Day is always a special day filled with cheer and wonder. Celebrate your Christmas at the Canberra Southern Cross Club. A fantastic selection of Christmas Day options are available for members and their families. At Woden treat your family to a great Christmas in the glittering surrounds of the Corinna Ballroom. Featuring an Australian Christmas buffet including seafood, homemade desserts, a tempting lolly buffet and a beverage package. In the Golden Grille we’re offering a

traditionally festive three course lunch including seafood buffet entrée. You’ll get full access to the children’s play area and a visit by Santa.

“Enjoy a family Christmas with all the trimmings minus the stress!” Tuggeranong has two great options for the family. Peppercress Restaurant is serving a sumptuous five course lunch directed by award winning Executive Chef Anurag

Gautum accompanied with a beverage package. Alternatively, a fun and relaxing way to have lunch is in the Valley Grille. Enjoy a three course lunch including seafood buffet entrée, festive atmosphere, children’s play area and a visit by Santa. We have included all the festive ingredients for a wonderful Christmas lunch at Jamison. A sumptuous Christmas buffet featuring all the traditional favourites including fresh seafood, children’s play area and a visit from Santa.

Carols by

Candlelight

Pack a picnic dinner, light your candles and be part of this magical Christmas tradition as you join with the Woden Valley Youth Choir and sing-along to your favourite carols. Proceeds from this years event will support Lifeline.

Christmas Feature

At the Venues... With bonbons and festive cheer for the whole family! Woden 6283 7200

Golden Grille | Adults $71pp Child U12 $34pp Festive three course lunch with seafood buffet entrée plus a visit from Santa. Corinna Ballroom | Adults $110pp Child U12 $50pp Full buffet lunch including seafood and traditional fare plus beverage package and lolly buffet. Chong Co | Adults $79pp Three course lunch with mixed seafood entrée, your choice of main and desert and a glass of Chong Co wine.

Tuggeranong 6293 7200

Valley Grille | Adults $69pp Child U12 $20pp Three course lunch with seafood buffet entrée plus a visit from Santa. Peppercress Luncheon | Adults $110pp Child U12 $25pp Featuring five festive courses plus a beverage package.

Jamison 6251 2255

Cornerstone Brasserie | Adults $71pp Child U12 $36pp

Yacht Club 6273 1784

Lotus Bay | Adults $137pp Child U12 $43pp

Enjoy all the traditional Christmas favourites with a full 3 course buffet including prawns and oysters, plus a visit from Santa.

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Four fabulous courses plus beverage package, with picturesque water views and great festive atmosphere. Marquee | Adults $145pp

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Enjoy a seafood buffet and beverage package in the Lakeside Marquee. M.V. Southern Cross | Adults $184pp

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Experience a five course Christmas lunch and beverage package whilst gliding across Lake Burley Griffin.

Bookings are essential. Book online at Ticketek, or over the phone or in person at the Club 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday. Visit cscc.com.au for more information.

‘TIS THE SEASON

Members Magazine talks to long time member Mary Wells about her memories of Christmas. Whether it was celebrated in war affected Britain or sunny Canberra, Christmas has always been a joyous time of year for me. Of course the method of celebrating, the presents and the feasts couldn’t have been more different, but the spirit of the occasion and the happiness I felt never changed. I was born three years before the Second World War. We lived in a rambling house with five other families and Christmas festivities included exploring the attics and the cellars with my siblings and the other children.

“It was a absolute delight to find an orange or tangerine at the bottom of your stocking” Along with the war came ration books that dictated how much meat, fruit and vegetables each family could have. So on Christmas morning it was a absolute delight to find an orange or tangerine at the bottom of your stocking, which had been fashioned from a pair of mother’s heavily laddered pantyhose.

We didn’t have a lot of toys so I particularly remember the Christmas I got Beryl, my first doll. Her hair was painted on her china head, she had a papier-mâché body and Dad made me a cart with wheels for her. It was wonderful. It wasn’t until my husband, Fred, and I had children, grandchildren and great grandchildren that we truly began to understand the joys of giving and receiving presents. Around Christmas time, my husband Fred and I enjoy going to the Canberra Southern Cross Club at Tuggeranong. We joke that we live under the front counter as almost everyone knows us by name and we always receive a wonderful greeting from all of the staff. Gus, the manager, always stops to say hello no matter how busy he is. We often watch as the Christmas decorations are put up at the Club and it really makes you feel happy and helps you get into the spirit of the season.

Every year Peppercress Restaurant, Valley Grille and Carvery and Henry’s Family Restaurant have an enjoyable Christmas menu that’s something to look forward to.

“We often watch as the Christmas decorations are put up at the Club... it helps you get into the spirit of the season.” We also like to put our tickets in the barrel to try and win one of the wonderful Christmas hampers. I’ve got my fingers crossed my ticket is pulled out this year and in the meantime I’m penning a letter to Santa with a polite request for diamonds! Merry Christmas and may 2015 be kind to us all. Mary Wells.

135 YEARS OF BREWING EXCELLENCE On tap at Woden, Tuggeranong, Jamison & the Yacht Club

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We’re pleased to announce our $8.90 value lunchtime meals have been extended to Woden, Jamison and Tuggeranong, available throughout summer. So come into Woden, Tuggeranong or Jamison to take advantage of the delicious range of $8.90 lunches now available at the Golden Grille, Valley Grille, and Cornerstone Brasserie. From Monday to Friday (and on Saturday at Tuggeranong and Jamison) members and their guests can choose from a selection of great value meals such as: • Crumbed or battered fish served with chips and tossed salad • Chicken schnitzel served with chips and tossed salad • Calamari served with chips and salad • Lasagne with salad • Curry with rice

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HENRY’S FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY In keeping with the Southern Cross Club’s family focus, Henry’s Family Restaurant at Woden Tuggeranong and Jamison, are delivering a winning formula this summer. Our Wednesday Burger nights continue to offer a fabulous night out at a value price. On Fridays we’re excited to announce FREE face painting for kids between 6 and 9pm, commencing Friday 5 December. Those with toddlers can access highchairs and a parent’s room,

plus there’s the safe children’s play area where the kids can use up all their extra energy.

Apart from every day dining, Henry’s is perfect for celebrating birthdays.

“A winning formula that offers a quality dining experience”

With party packages starting from just $11.80 per child, hosting a party at Henry’s is a sure winner with the kids, and a stress free option for parents.

We’re also excited to introduce better prizes and new games into the amusement arcade area, including ‘Dizzy Chickens’, ‘Mario Kart’, ‘Down Clown’ and ‘Transformers- Human Alliance’.

You can just sit back and relax whilst the children play in the amusement arcade. You can even order one of the adult platters that start from just $30 to help ensure you enjoy the day as well.

GREAT OFFERS AND PRIZES EVERY DAY!

Great Offers TWELVE

On the first day of Christmas, my true Club gave to me... a FREE glass of house wine, middy of beer or soft drink! In the twelve days leading up to Christmas, we’re helping you get into the festive spirit with twelve fabulous offers. Simply bring in the voucher on the day to redeem or enter!. From food and beverage deals, to Hamper packages and cruise tickets aboard the M.V. Southern Cross, and did we mention the final CASH GIVEAWAY of $10,000 per venue? Make sure you don’t miss out.

MEMBERS ONLY PROMOTIONS. SEE TERMS & CONDITIONS AT EACH VENUE.

12 Days of Christmas DAY 1 Friday 12 December

DAY 2 Saturday 13 December

DAY 3 Sunday 14 December

Spend $10 or more per person for lunch and receive a FREE glass of house wine, middy of beer or soft drink.

Place voucher in the barrel between 9am and 7.30pm for your chance to win one of two $500 Hamper King packages, drawn at 8pm and 8.30pm

Buy one kids meal and get the second FREE

Member Name:

Member No:

Woden, Tuggeranong & Jamison

DAY 4 Monday 15 December

DAY 5 Tuesday 16 December

DAY 6 Wednesday 17 December

Receive 20% discount off your total food bill.

Buy one chicken schnitzel and receive another one FREE

Spend $20 or more on food at Woden, Tuggeranong or Jamison and get a $10 voucher to use on your next visit.

Member Name:

Member No:

Woden, Tuggeranong & Jamison

DAY 7 Thursday 18 December

DAY 8 Friday 19 December

DAY 9 Saturday 20 December

2 for 1 tickets on the M.V. Southern Cross twilight cruise (bookings essential).

Buy any main meal before 6.30pm and receive $10 free raffle tickets

Place the voucher in the barrel between 9am and 7.30pm today to win a 55 inch LG TV, per venue drawn at 8.30pm.

Member Name:

Member No:

Yacht Club

Woden, Tuggeranong & Jamison

DAY 10 Sunday 21 December

DAY 11 Monday 22 December

DAY 12 Tuesday 23 December

Buy any two kids meals and receive a FREE jug of soft drink.

Place voucher in the barrel between 9am & 7.30pm to win 1 of 5 mystery prizes per venue valued from $300 each. Draw commences at 8.30pm.

Place voucher in the barrel and you could share in $10,000 CASH per venue Prizes drawn between 6pm & 8.30pm. Must be present to win.

Member Name:

Member No:

Woden, Tuggeranong & Jamison

WODEN, TUGGERANONG, JAMISON CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH OUR $3 DRINKS

4-6PM EVERY DAY UNTIL FEB 28 XXXX GOLD SCHOONER HAHN SUPER DRY SCHOONER STANLEY CABERNET MERLOT GLASS STANLEY CLASSIC DRY WHITE GLASS TESABELLA CHARDONNAY PINOT NOIR SPARKLING GLASS

New Year’s Eve

WHERE TO CELEBRATE

WODEN | 7pm - $85

M.V. SOUTHERN CROSS

Dine and dance your way into 2015 as you enjoy a lavish three-course menu, cheese platter and the energising sounds of renowned Canberra band “Second Movement”. This six piece show band , with tight harmonies, plenty of energy and a diverse music repertoire, will have you dancing to hits ranging from the Beetles and Rolling Stones to Elvis and the Bee Gees.

Dinner Cruise | 6.30-9.30pm - $85, Child U12 $30

TUGGERANONG | 7pm - $68 Get the New Year off to a fantastic start as you enjoy a sumptuous three-course menu and the popular four piece Canberra band “Something Like This”. An ever changing repertoire from classic hits to Top 40, is sure to get you on the dance floor!

JAMISON Enjoy the fabulous family friendly atmosphere as you welcome in the New Year at Jamison! With a free jumping castle, face painting and balloon sculpture for the kids from 5.30, and free music from “The Dukes” in the lounge area. You can also order a Special New Year’s Eve Cold platter for just $26, or a children’s party plate for $8.50.

End the year on a high note as you treat you and your family to a special three-course dinner, and catch the 9pm fireworks from the vantage point of the water. Cocktail Cruise |10.30-12.30 - $95 The ultimate start to the New Year begins aboard the M.V. Southern Cross with live entertainment and canapes, plus a premium beverage package including wines, beer and soft drink as you take in the glittering city views from the vantage point of the water.

LOTUS BAY RESTAURANT | 7pm - $140 As the sun sets on another great year, enjoy glittering water views, stylish décor, live entertainment by local Canberra band ‘The Over 45s’ and a sumptuous five-course menu and beverage package with family and friends.

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL. Book at online at Ticketek or in person at the venue. 17

MEET THE TEAM

Michael Bloxham

Sarah McDevitt

Jason Lowe

Duty Manager, Tuggeranong

Duty Manager, Jamison

I started working at the Club in 2007 as a casual. I took on the traineeship and I am now a Duty Manager

I started working at the Tuggeranong Southern Cross Club in March 2008.

I have worked at this venue for 10 years. I was employed with Wests Rugby club and was lucky enough to be kept on when they were bought out by the Southern Cross Club.

Duty Manager, Woden

Christmas to me means spending quality time with my family, and making an effort to give something to those who are less fortunate than I am by buying something to put under the giving tree. One of my favourite traditions is getting a photo with Santa. I like to celebrate Christmas with lots of traditional food, family, very close friends and a few cold Coronas.

Christmas is my favourite time of year, it’s a relaxing time to spend with family, exchange gifts and enjoy great food. I am part of a big family so our Christmas celebrations are stretched out over two days and include lots of food, decorations, presents and catching up with the family. I take my two kids (Sophie 7 and Lachlan 5) to stay at my Mum’s house overnight on Christmas eve here in Canberra so we are all together on Christmas morning. The whole family spends the night at my Mum’s house. My favourite tradition is the children leaving out milk and fruit cake for Santa. My children love to check first thing on Christmas morning to see if Santa has eaten his cake and if the reindeer have eaten their carrots.

Christmas is obviously a time for people to come together and celebrate, but more importantly I feel it is a time to take stock of what’s important in life. It’s a time for families to show the love they feel for each other and to be grateful for the beautiful country we live in and for all the blessings we have in life. I work most Christmases. It’s a great day to work because everyone is in such a good mood. Our customers are always in the Christmas spirit, and our staff are one big family so we really look after each other. Once work is finished, it’s the usual eat too much and drink too much. Christmas is a time for spoiling kids and there’s nothing I love more than being uncle Jase and seeing the joy my nieces and nephews get from Christmas. I don’t get to see them as much as I would like to, so when I do I have to spoil them rotten.

Health & Wellbeing

NEW LOOK HEALTH CLUB There’s some extra heavy lifting going on after hours at the Southern Cross Health Club this month, as a major upgrade is in progress. “We’re excited to be staying at our great location on Irving St in Phillip and investing in refurbishing the buildings, upgrading the equipment and improving the grounds.” said General Manager, Mark La Brooy Outdoor works, which started in October, include improving gardens and pathways, levelling the bowling green, re-marking parking spaces, updating signage, and introducing AstroTurf for floor work and a multifunctional outdoor training space. “It’s fantastic timing for everyone to enjoy the new and improved outdoor training areas, so they can

feel and look great for Christmas and the summer holidays.” Things are shaping up inside too.

“We’re serious about being more than just a gym. ” “We’re getting more equipment and upgrading some machines. We’re also refurbishing the buildings— repairing wear and tear and water damage, repainting inside and out, updating lighting, upgrading sound systems, signage and reception, and upgrading bathroom and change room facilities. “We’re serious about being more than just a gym. We want to create an even better experience for our members by providing quality

services in high quality facilities ensuring we remain the best fully serviced health club in Canberra. All up, we’re investing half a million dollars—it’s a major makeover.” But not everything is changing. Health Club members will still enjoy all the benefits of the familiar and central Irving St location, including free parking, friendly staff and the wide range of programs for all ages. So if you’ve been thinking about joining or renewing membership, there’s never been a better time. For more information, call the friendly team on 6283 7340, or visit schc.com.au.

FAMILY MATTERS TOGETHER CREATE A HEALTHIER LIFESTYLE JOIN ON A

FAMILY MEMBERSHIP

FOR ONLY $13.95*/WEEK AND PAY NO JOINING FEE 6283 7340 SCHC.COM.AU

HEALTH FITNESS AND WELLBEING FOR ALL AGES Terms and conditions apply. $13.95 rate is valid when two or more immediate family members become members at Southern Cross Health Club. In the case where one person is already a member of Southern Cross Health Club, the new joining family member can receive the $13.95/week rate. $13.95/week rate is only valid for 20 new members. Not valid with other promotions. Minimum 12 month term. Minimum cost for a 12 month membership is $725.40 per person. Must be over the age of 14.

Australia Day on the Lawns

ON THE LAWNS Raise the flag, down a drink and celebrate this great nation by the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, as you enjoy free live music and traditional Aussie fare at one of the most spectacular locations in Canberra. Gather friends and family together and enjoy a range of seafood, snacks and sweets on offer at Snapper on the Lake from 8am to 9pm (Fish & chips available from 11.30am). From 12-4pm you can enjoy the music of Franklyn B Paverty, one of the region's best known bush bands, as they play a range of traditional Australian music including folk, country, swing, blues, jug band and a little old rock 'n' roll. There is also free face painting and a jumping castle for the kids from 12-3pm. Board the M.V. Southern Cross to experience the best seats for the Australia Day fireworks!

CHEF’S CORNER Peppercress Restaurant & Bar presents modern Australian seasonal cuisine influenced by contemporary cooking techniques and an appreciation of the best quality ingredients available from Australia’s fantastic natural larder. Our ‘nature to plate’ philosophy is very simple and is a true reflection of my passion for the finest, freshest local Australian seasonal produce. As a result, the produce we select is farmed ethically and grown with love, passion and tender care. My cooking style at the restaurant reflects the culinary journey I went through in some of the greatest restaurants and hotels in Europe, Asia, America and Africa where I worked under some true legends of the cooking world.

The passion they put in their produce certainly makes you want to be very respectful and not waste it. At Peppercress we endeavour to only use the best produce in the season when it is at its peak. Our Barramundi comes from Northern Territory, our Wagyu beef is from Tajima, where we can trace the blood line back to the first sire, our lamb is from Cowra, and our Petunia Ocean Trout is farmed by pioneers Peter and Una Rockliff (OA) in the pristine waters of East Devonport in Tasmania.

“At Peppercress we endeavour to only use the best produce of the season”

Since opening its door Peppercress has become a favourite among diners in the valley and in a short time has won awards such as a best restaurant in 2014 and 2012, plus three gold medals in chefs cooking competitions organized by Clubs ACT.

Its my pleasure to share a this simple recipe for Tasmanian Whisky Cured Petunia Ocean Trout. Made from fresh ingredients, it is easy to prepare, can be done in advance and I’m sure your family and friends will love it as much as I do.

Over a period of time I have formed a strong bond with most of our fishermen and farmers and have had the privilege to see the amount of work it takes to nurture a small plant or animal and watch it grow, then harvest it.

Anurag Gautam Executive Chef, Tuggeranong

Visit Peppercress Restaurant & Bar to try Anurag’s recipe for Tasmanian Whisky Cured Petunia Ocean Trout, or view the recipe at cscc.com.au.

PEPPERCRESS

FIXED PRICE MENU Peppercress Restaurant & Bar is excited to announce a new fixed pricing structure. This means that whenever you dine at Peppercress, you can not only be sure of quality food, and great service, but you can also be sure of exactly how much you and your guests will pay. From 3 December all entrĂŠes will be $12, all mains $25 and all deserts $12. Enabling you to enjoy a fabulous three course meal for only $49! Visit Peppercress Restaurant & Bar and experience quality dining at an affordable price!

To make a reservation call 6293 7200 23

ACCOLADE WINES IS THE PROUD NEW PREMIER PARTNER OF THE CANBERRA SOUTHERN CROSS CLUB. THE CLUB WILL NOW BE PROVIDING MEMBERS WITH MANY AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND LEADING BRANDS INCLUDING HARDYS, HOUGHTON, BANROCK STATION, ARRAS, TA_KU AND MANY MORE

Wine of Month WINE OF THE MONTH

Ta_Ku Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir

$6.90 glass $27.50 bottle Houghton Crofters Sauvignon Blanc Semillon and Cabernet Sauvignon

Enjoy wine responsibly

$5.90 glass $23.50 bottle

Entertainment

20 February 2015 | Dinner & Show $65 - 6.30pm | Show Only $35 - 8.30pm BOOK ONLINE AT TICKETEK OR IN PERSON AT THE WODEN VENUE With a career spanning almost twenty years, half a million album sales, gold and platinum albums and eight Golden Guitar Awards, Adam Harvey is one of Australia’s most popular & enduring recording artists. His new album ‘Family Life’,

released on August 22, follows the outstanding success of ‘The Great Country Songbook’, his platinum selling album with Troy Cassar-Daley. “This Album really came very naturally to me. It was also a lot of fun because I'm writing songs

and singing about the things that I love the most…family!” Joining Adam on his Family Life Tour are The Sunny Cowgirls and W.A. Golden Guitar winner Chelsea Basham. Call us on 6283 7200 for more details. 25

Cruise Schedule

M.V. SOUTHERN CROSS SUMMER CRUISE SCHEDULE Each week we have a range of cruises that make the most of our unique waterfront location. They are perfect for celebrating special occasions or treating visitors to a unique experience of Canberra. Don’t forget that the M.V. Southern Cross is also available for private functions. Simply enquire at the Yacht Club.

Thursday

Government House Gardens Cruise | $23pp, 9am - 11.30 (Recommencing Feb 5 2015) This tour, exclusive to the M.V. Southern Cross, includes a fascinating guided walk through the beautiful gardens of Government House. Twilight Cruise | Adults $15pp, U12 $9pp, 4pm - 5.20pm This wonderful late afternoon cruise around Lake Burley Griffin is the perfect way to see some of Canberra’s best attractions. Dinner Cruise | $70pp, U12 $25pp 7pm - 10pm Indulge in a three course dinner, whilst you watch the sun set over the water and enjoy the magical lights of Canberra from a water vantage.

Saturday

Morning Cruise | Adults $15pp, U12 $9pp, 10am - 11.20am This Saturday morning cruise around Lake Burley Griffin is the perfect way to see some of Canberra’s best attractions.

Sunday

Lunch Cruise | $70pp, U12 $25pp 12noon - 2.30pm Enjoy a delicious three-course lunch as you take in the stunning views of Lake Burley Griffin’s foreshore. Afternoon Cruise | Adults $15pp, U12 $9pp, 3pm - 4.30pm Whether you are a local or a visitor to Canberra, don’t miss seeing the best the Capital has to offer from the vantage point of the lake.

Bookings are essential. Book online at Ticketek, phone us on 6273 1784 or purchase tickets direct from Snapper. Contact us to confirm cruise dates. M.V. Southern Cross departs from and returns to the Yacht Club.