Weekly Newsletter 13 November

1916 - 2023

Weekly Newsletter 13 November 2023

More Horse Antics FRIDAY 8 DECEMBER 7PM Page13

43a Vipond Road, Whangaparaoa Tel. 09 424 9026

David Newman: president@hbcrsa.org.nz Bevan Edwards VP: bevan.edwards@achieve.co.nz Kay Chilman VP: maxandkay@xtra.co.nz Page 1

HYPNO SHOW hypno show

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Friday 17 November 7.30pm $20pp Tickets available over the bar and on Eventfinda

Hibiscus Coast Community RSA 43A Vipond Road, Stanmore Bay 09 424 9026 www.hbcrsa.org.nz

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What’s up this week

Tuesday 14 November Bar opens 12 noon Bar Snacks available Indoor Bowls: 12.45pm Names in by 12.30pm

Saturday 18 November Bar opens 1pm Restaurant 5-7.30pm Social 8 Ball Games: 1pm Bronni 021 134 7029 Bob 027 339 9683 or Merlyn 09 424 8330 Entertainment: 7-10.30pm Blame the Cats Line Dancing: Beginner & Intermediate 5.30pm Members $8 Non- members $10 Pool Club: 6.45pm Bronni 021 134 7029 Sunday 19 November Wednesday 15 November Bar opens: 3pm Restaurant 4-7pm Bar opens 12 noon Restaurant 5-8pm Entertainment: 4-7pm (Free) Bingo: Starts 1pm Tiana 09 424 9026 Steve Coppard Raffle Draw: 5pm Members Draw: 6-7pm Entertainment: 6.30-8.30pm (Free) Chet O’Connell Membership fees for 2023-2024 09 424 9026 Thursday 16 November Active Returned or Service: Free Bar opens 3pm Restaurant 5-7pm Returned or Service Couple: $70 Indoor Bowls: 12.45pm Names in by 12.30pm (at least one qualifies, new applications and cards Bob 027 339 9683 or Merlyn 09 424 8330

FLexercise: 9.30-10.30am Jennie 027 280 8165 Happy Hour: 5-6.30pm Bingo 7pm Nikki Snooker Club: 7pm John Walding 09 426 3742 Friday 17 November Bar opens 3pm Restaurant 5-7.30pm Happy Hour: 5-6.30pm Entertainment: 7.30-9pm $20pp Hypno Show

for both – check with reception) Service: $35, (Over 80 $25, Over 90 free) Returned $30 (Over 80 $25, Over 90 free) Associate: $50 (Over 80 $35, Over 90 $25) Associate: Couple or family $80 ($40 per adult) New members: Add $5 registration fee Women’s Section: Add $10 Account 38-9017-0801227-00 Kiwi Bank

Members Darts Tournament Great prizes

Members Tournament $200, Plate Winner $150

$20 Entry Sunday 3rd December

Club Opens 9.30am Bar Opens 10am - $20 Includes lunch (Fingerfood) Contact John Gillespie 027 4865 923

Members Draw $800 This Wednesday Page 3

The week that was - plenty going on Update from Acting President Kay Chilman The week began in the morning with the Women’s Section monthly meeting mixed in with the Melbourne Cup club carnival. Our women members obliged with a cavalcade of hats and fun in search of the Fascinator Award.

The cup day finished with the announcement of the hat contest winners (see the cover) and the running of the Cup at 5pm. This year there was even a sweepstake prize if you drew the horse that finished last.

The week finished on a more thoughtful note with a small group gathering on Remembrance Sunday. It was designed to honour those who fell in the first World War and is held on the nearest Sunday to Armistice Day itself on the 11 November.

A dozen or so ex- service personnel paraded in front of the club and marched around the circle in front of the Cenotaph to the bagpipes of Cedric McLeod.

The salute was taken by Parade Commander Kevin Stinson. David Dryden was the MC and the sermon and prayers undertaken by the club’s pastor Phil Corser.

In between, there were plenty to keep members occupied. The $1000 raffle prize on Wednesday went to Elaine who says she has been coming to the club for 20 years and never ever won before. That makes her a very worthy winner indeed.

A happy looking Elaine collects her winnings from club committee member Mike Bishara (left) and ever popular MC and committee member Hayden Brown

We were extremely lucky to receive a generous donation to the Benevolent Fund which now stands at $12,426. Our target is to reach $40,000 as a backstop to make sure we can provide the full range of services and subsidies to all our members.

As you know, we are already underway with the introduction of some support services to our associate members in the hope of eventually being able to offer them the same services and subsidies enjoyed by our ex-service members.

Associate members with mobility issues or a Gold Card can now avail of our free service in Orewa, Silverdale and the Peninsula where we can drop you to health services like doctors, physios and dentists, wait for you and then drop you home again. No charge but donations to the fund welcome if you can afford it.

We can also get you to and from the club starting with the Wednesday night raffles. Just call Sharon on 022 069 5703 Once we reach our target, we will seek trust fund support to offer a service like that offered by the Poppy Trust for ex service members.

If you can spare a little, even a couple of dollars, hand it across the bar and get a receipt or bank it online to RSA Benevolent Fund 38-9017-0801227-03.

Think about hiring our members’ welfare bus for your next club outing – already some members

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are cooking up a trip to the Ruakaka races for the day. We are open to all suggestions.

Let me know if there is anything you would like me to bring up at the next Executive Committee

meeting on the 27th – contact details on the front page or leave a message with club manager Vini and I will get back to you.

Kay Chilman Acting President

A proud march past as veterans honour their fallen comrades of the 1914-18 Great War

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Happenings

CHET O’CONNELL

HYPNO SHOW

Wednesday 15 November 6.30-8.30pm

Friday 17 November 7.30-9pm

FREE

$20pp

BLAME THE CATS

STEVE COPPARD

Saturday 18 November 7-10.30pm

Members $8 non-Members $10

Sunday 19 November 4-7pm FREE

HOBBY HORSE DERBY

DIVAS & DIAMONDS

Friday 8 December 7pm

Saturday 25 November 7-10.30pm

FREE

$20pp

HOEDOWN

THE MADELEINES

Friday 1 December 6.30 - 9.30pm

Saturday 2 December 7.30-9.30pm

FREE

$20pp

Coming up soon

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Clubs contact details Indoor Bowling

Womens Section

Bob Hill 027 339 9683 and Merlyn 09 424 8330 Meets Tuesday & Thursday 12.45pm

Golf Club Art Clarke 027 687 7331

Fishing Club Beth Kavanagh 09 426 6026 or 027 482 0610 Kay Chilman 021 176 0362 Meets first Tuesday every month 12 noon

Welfare Do you have mobility issues or have a Gold Card and are needing a little assistance in getting to and from medical appointments on the Peninsula, Orewa, Hatfields, Silverdale or Millwater? We may be able to help you no matter what type of member you are. We offer a driving service to take our members to and from health appointments when members are unable to assist themselves, for any reason. No distance is too small.

Contact Sharon on 424 9026 or 022 069 5703 or email: welfare@hbcrsa.org.nz

Snooker Club

John Perris 021 287 3975

KEV Mark Harris 027 644 9122

Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month

John Walding 09 426 3742 Meets Thursday 6.45pm

8 Ball Club XMAS RAFFLE Drawn 2 December 2023 1st Prize Pool Cue and Case valued at over $200 2nd Prize Slightly imperfect Pool Cue and Case $5 per ticket available from the bar.

Bronni 021 134 7029 Meets Tuesday 6.45pm Saturday 1pm

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60’s Up Frank Townley 09 424 3026 Gloria Marsh 027 386 2339 Meets every 3rd Wednesday of the month There will not be a meeting on 18 December

Naval Club Vince Sturmey 09 428 5222

Meets 3rd Sunday of the month 3pm

Happenings Melbourne Cup

What a wondeful day here at the club. Christine and Vini were the judges of the Facsinator competition.

Wednesday afternoon Bingo

First prize went to Anita Fergus (the lady with the massive glass of wine), second prize was won by Rosanne Taylor and third prize went to Wendy Harrison. The prizes were presented by Beth Kavanagh. A great day was had by all at the Melbourne Cup here at the Hibiscus Coast RSA.

Eyes down for a full house

The Wednesday afternoon Bingo Snowball didn’t go within the numbers nominated.

But Nikki won the full house. Drinks are on you Nikki.

Wednesday Club Night

Committe Members Mike Bishara and Barry Moore help out with the meat raffle and Members Draw

Volunteer wanted

Our lovely bingo caller Tiana is moving on and this Wednesday will be her last day, so we are looking for a new bingo caller for Wednesday afternoons. If you are interested in volunteering for the weekly job, (which is only for a couple of hours), we would love to hear from you. The bingo players are a lovely group.

Please contact our Manager to find out more Vini 021 0889 6795

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Following the Members Draw we were entertained

by Joy Bells and her singing partner. They were amazing.

Have you thought about

HIRING THE FUNCTION ROOM

SEMINARS. CORPORATE EVENTS. WEDDINGS. BIRTHDAYS.

Great Food, Great prices & Great Service Contact Sharon on 022 069 5703 or Vini 021 0889 6795

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Medical Support Service

DIVAS & DIAMONDS Saturday 25 November 7-10.30pm $20pp Page 10

Wednesday Shuttle Service From the 25 October we began our shuttle service to and from the club. Giving all members a chance to attend the Wednesday night Members Draw and listen to a bit of music. Bookings need to be made by Tuesday 12 noon.

A scheduled service will operate from Army Bay at one end and include Silverdale and Orewa at the other end.

We expect to start from 3.45pm and the return trip from 8-8.30pm. The price is a very reasonable $15 return, whether you are just one person or a couple coming from the same home. The proceeds go into an RSA Welfare fund.

You can also hire us for your next event or outing The mini-bus is also available for hire to members. If you are planning on an outing, why not take advantage of the club mini-bus for the day.

The bus has 17 seats and we have a driver who will accompany you on your arranged trips, outings or functions. Or it is availabe as a self drive if you have a “P” Class Driver.

Subject to availability at the time.

The Welfare Office is open for bookings on: Monday 8.30-4.30pm Tuesday 8.30-4.30pm Wednesday 9-5pm Friday 8.30-4pm Please contact Sharon on 09 424 9026 or 022 069 5703 Wanted Participants For a Study

We are looking for Veterans who have served in deployments from the 1990 Gulf War and onwards to participate in a research workshop as part of a project funded by Veterans Medical Research Trust Fund.

It will start from 12-4pm on 28 November at Auckland University. The project is looking at brainstorming solutions to decreasing harmful Veteran drinking behaviour.

The workshop will be catered and participants will receive a $50 voucher from the University of Canterbury.

If you have any questions about the research, please contact: veteransresearch@canterbury.ac.nz or Ann-Marie Kennedy: ann-marie.kennedy@canterbury.ac.nz

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Opportunity to Become a Sponsor at the Club Are you a business owner on the Hibiscus Coast Here is an opportunity to get your targeted message across to your fellow members for just a little cost per month Mini Bus A sign on the RSA bus is a great chance to spread your message throughout the district literally a moveable feast of promotion.There are limited spaces available and the major side panels have already been booked.

There are three panels available on each side of the bus. 35cm x 47cm deep. Just $50 a month (both sides $85).

There is a panel on the front and back of the bus 200cm by 48cm deep. Just $50 Just $80 a month (both front and back $125)

SEE YOUR ADVERT HERE

SEE YOUR ADVERT HERE

SEE YOUR ADVERT HERE

TV Screen Advertising Take advantage of the RSA TV advertising, we have seven TV screens around the club, which is a great opportunity to advertise six days a week at the best time when people are relaxing and more likely to see your advert.

Billboards We have opened three opportunities to have a double sided billboard between level one and two of the carpark. A great place to get your message across as members arrive and leave the club. Remember members like to support members - $80 a month.

Newsletters An advertisement in every issue for a month in the weekly newsletter which goes out every Monday and is keenly read by members to find out what’s going on in the club this week and catch up with the latest news - $50 a month.

Great Packages Choose two for a 20% discount, three for 25% discount and all four for a massive 30% discount.

For more information, please contact Sharon 09 424 9026 or 022 069 5703 or Vini 021 0889 6795

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Bouquets & Brickbats Got something to say or complain about Vini Rangihaeata-Stockman is Club Manager and looks after all club operations, which includes functions, events and activities, restaurant and bar operations and lots more 021 0889 6795 Cherie Bennett is a Duty Manager with a special focus on training and mentoring new team members For Welfare services offered by the club to its members contact Sharon Edwards 022 069 5703 Memberships are looked after by Liz Dombroski & Sharon Edwards 09 424 9026 Kay Evison looks after club reports, the newsletter and promotions 09 424 9026 Christine Grove looks after administration and

accounts 0210 222 5816 Please remember - only Vini is afull time employee.

The rest of us are part-timers as are our magnificent bar staffers.

Volunteer drivers required We have many members who need a little help to get to important appointments. We offer a service to help them out and are always looking for drivers.

If you feel you are able to help out with a little voluntary driving please call: Sharon or Vini on 424 9026 or 022 069 5703.

Available from Nov 1st Buy 2 Jim Beam RTDs and get 1 stubby holder FREE Until Stocks Last

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Thank You to our Supporters Please Support Them

UR O Y E OR SE F E R HE T R E NTH O ADV M $50 A

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“What’s Coming Up” WEDNESDAY:

BINGO

FORTNIGHTLY THURSDAY: 16th/30th November WEDNESDAY : SUNDAY ENTERTAINMENT:

BINGO

November

1pm Doors open 12pm 7pm In Main Bar Area Raffles from 5pm 4-7pm

WED 15th FRI 17th SAT 18th SUN 19th

CHET O’CONNELL HYPNO SHOW BLAME THE CATS STEVE COPPARD

6.30-8.30pm 7.30-9pm 7-10.30pm 4-7pm

Free $20pp $10pp Free

WED 22nd SAT 25th

6.30-8.30pm 7-10.30pm

Free $20pp

SUN 26th

SHARON BLOW DIVAS & DIAMONDS WITH BARBIE & GLYN KARAOKE

4-7pm

Free

WED 29th

JAKE PANCHO

6.30-8.30pm

Free

December FRI 1st SAT 2n d SUN 3rd

HOEDOWN THE MADELEINES ANDREW CROZIER

6.30-9.30pm 7.30-9.30pm 4-7pm

Free $20pp Free

WED 6th FRI 8th SAT 9th SUN 10th

STEVE COPPARD HOBBY HORCE RACING KARAOKE SHARON BLOW

6.30-8.30pm 7pm 7-10.30pm 4-7pm

Free Free Free Free

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