City Tatts Magazine - Spring 2018

SPRING ISSUE

A Stunning Relaunch TAKING THE LOWER BAR TO ANOTHER LEVEL

Just Keep Going GETTING TO KNOW AN INVICTUS ATHLETE

Running the City OUT AND ABOUT WITH THE HARRIERS

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In this Issue Spring 2018

Good times: Life Member Don Brien, pictured with an old friend and long-time City Tattersalls Club doorman Jack Burford in the 1960s.

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Chairman's Bulletin

Melbourne Cup at City Tatts

City Tatts Social Pages

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Raising The (Lower) Bar

Giving Back with ClubGRANTS

Running with the Harriers

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Win $250,000 in cash!

Supporting Aussie farmers

Kitchen Corner

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Spring into action

Interview with an Invictus athlete

Experience Canada

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Patrick Campion

Chairman’s Bulletin

Dear Members, Welcome to the Spring Issue of your City Tatts Magazine. Hopefully, the warmer weather might entice you into the city and to our Club.

HELPING OUR FARMERS IN NEED As widely reported over the past weeks, Australia’s farming communities have been doing it tough under the heavy physical, mental and financial toll brought about by the severe inland drought across the country. Led by ClubsNSW, the NSW Club industry has responded to this crisis in force and I am proud to say our Club is no exception. To provide immediate impact, CTC has pledged $50,000 to drought relief and over the next short while, we will be rolling out a series of activities to support and enhance our contributions. For further information, or if you would like to get involved, please contact our Head of Corporate Communications, Richard Shute, via email

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on rshute@citytatts.com.au. Thank you in anticipation of your support.

LOWER BAR OPENING I hope that by now, many of you will have taken the opportunity to enjoy the reopened Lower Bar. It was nice to see so many of you and your guests at the opening events and I was delighted to hear the wonderful feedback. With spring now here, I encourage you to come in and enjoy the fantastic atmosphere and surroundings – and to perhaps even book your next function there. It is important to note that this impressive renovation would not have been possible without the relentless efforts of our staff and leadership team over the past year and I congratulate them on their achievement of this great transformation.

MAMBO SATURDAYS On the topic of the Lower Bar, from Saturday 1st September, we launched a brand new event in the room called

Mambo Saturdays. This fortnightly event is enlivening the room with Latin sounds and dancing and it is party time twice a month! We have collaborated extensively with security experts and the City of Sydney Police to ensure the events are memorable for all the right reasons and that the party – and the Lower Bar become the talk of the town.

ESPERANTO CLOSING Thank you for all your support and feedback as we said goodbye to the Esperanto Dining Room over the past few months. We are still deciding on what the future holds for this special space, but will keep you posted on any developments.

RACE DAY/SPRING CARNIVAL Spring is always a great season in the Club’s calendar, with horseracing such a proud part of our history. This October, as is tradition, the Club will be hosting the City Tattersalls Club Cup Day once again at Royal Randwick Racecourse with

Looking good: Remember, Boonoona Ski Lodge is yours to enjoy a party as Sydney gets into the swing of Spring Carnival.

This year, the Club has again made available 150 tickets to the event for purchase by Life and Gold Members in addition to the 70 complimentary tickets for Members and their guests available through the online ballot. This is to ensure as many of you as possible have the chance to be a part of this fantastic event.

Just around the corner is The Race That Stops the Nation. It will be another wonderful day to celebrate with friends and family. We are looking forward to another bumper day in the Club house, full of vibrant colours and happy faces.

Please make your bookings now, so that you are not disappointed.

BOONOONA OPEN A short precis from CTC Ski Club President Michael Sterndale-Smith on

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this year’s Boonoona Open: This year had 71 starters across all ages and in both the Classical and Freestyle crosscountry skiing disciplines. The weather was good and, even with a little tech malfunction, the races pretty-well started on time. Most if not all the racers came to Boonoona for the prizes and to applaud the winners and placegetters for the various events. Matt and Luanne put on a great event of food and drinks for the appreciative crowd and the event finished around the seven o’clock mark – just in time for dinner for the Boonoona guests that night. The Boonoona Open is the second event in a challenging week of cross-country skiing for NSW and other states’ competitors. Camille Melvey representing CTC was again well-placed in finishing 2nd in the Women’s Open Classical.

to a change of address or other change in circumstances, please let us know via the Customer Service Centre or by visiting https://citytatts.com.au/update-yourdetails/

MEMBER NOTICES ROUND-UP: If your details have altered recently due

Patrick Campion Chairman

Please be aware that your CT Rewards bonus points will expire on December 31st, 2018, so make sure to use them before we tick over into 2019. Bonus points can be redeemed throughout the Club’s food and beverage outlets, on internal show tickets, Club gift vouchers, EFTPOS cards and even the B-Pay service.

As a top-tier membership benefit.

I look forward to seeing you in our Club.

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Raising the (Lower) Bar At City Tatts, we wholeheartedly believe that a good bar starts with great architecture.

With this firmly in mind throughout the distance race, the extensive project to restore and renovate the great structure of our ground floor's Lower Bar galloped over the finish line last month, looking as good as new and better than ever before.

With 34 years having passed since the bar’s last renovation, our team set about providing a much-needed elevation to address the operational inefficiencies, and to reposition this quiet and intimate space as a world-class venue with live music.

With the trusted eye of Cox Architects overseeing the design, the team set about reinterpreting the heritage aspects of the space to make the open bar as inviting as possible.

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After a brief six-week closure over winter as the construction crew finished the final stages of the six-month long fit-out, Lower Bar reopened its doors softly on Monday 9th July, ahead of a week of events at the end of the month for Members, guests and the Club’s key supporters.

Our Lower Bar is a new CBD location, positioned to offer Sydney an amazing array of craft beers, whiskeys, rums, gins, vodkas and cocktails matched with an incredible range of charcuterie boards, including some of Australia’s finest cheeses, olives, seafood and cold meats.

The gorgeous space is steeped in history and has been a popular haunt since opening for the first time on Tuesday 25th November 1924. Now, at the ripe old age

So what are the must-try dishes on the Lower Bar Menu? Members shouldn’t go past the new cheese board, which is composed of a rich and creamy Binnorie Dairy Brie, the mature multi-award winning Maffra Cloth-Aged Cheddar and the Tarago River Gippsland Blue, a smooth flavoured and well-structured rinded cheese. The charcuterie board is also a winner, composed of lean and tender wagyu bresaola, prosciutto and a choice of truffle or fennel salami. Jongsup also highly recommends the roasted spiced cauliflower, which as far as tasting and side dishes go, is right up there!

Head into Lower Bar Monday - Friday: 10:00am - Late Saturday: 4:00pm - Late.

of 94 and with a square floor size which mimics this figure, this Sydney institution also features a whopping 5 metre floorto-ceiling clearance and provides both locals and visitors from afar with an aweinspiring backdrop against which they can enjoy a quiet ale or bold whiskey.

Today, it is virtually impossible to walk through this room and not feel the warmth of history within these four walls. From the likes of legendary trainer George Daldry, Abe ‘Mr Sin’ Saffron and tennis legend John Newcombe, there has never been a shortage of great names who have trodden the marble floor.

“Along with the décor itself, there is a lot of the existing furniture from back in the day, we have the great horse which provides a quirky element, but it’s a mix of throwbacks with new and exciting concepts throughout, fitting for new crowds and old,” says Lower Bar Manager Jason Green.

winning rums, gins, and bourbons,” adds Jason.

Lower Bar has also introduced a tasty new food menu to accompany the new whiskeys and rums.

“The menu is inspired slightly from our dining room, but primarily we wanted something that was modern. We’ve taken the Sydney Rock Oysters from Esperanto, which were a favourite of Members.

And then all the ingredients are sourced locally within Australia and we hoped to emphasise this in our selections. The exception for this is Prosciutto di Dan Daniele, which is from Italy,” says Jongsup Won, City Tatts Head Chef.

Interested in holding a private event in the Lower Bar? Contact our Functions Team on (02) 9287 6441.

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The Lower Bar menu has also received a stirring new facelift, evident in the illuminated wall of delights from across the globe; a crucial new element to the design of Lower Bar to showcase what our bartenders do best.

“The wine menu, you won’t find these in other bars in Sydney! It’s not only unique to Sydney but also to Lower Bar, so they are different to the other City Tatts eateries and bars. We work with Paramount Wines who source worldwide, providing a great diversity for our customers. We also have a main feature wall combined with a selection of award-

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Looking Good: Jason and the team

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Steeped in history: The City Tattersalls Club Cup Day looked somewhat different in 1933.

SPRING INTO ACTION IN SYDNEY! This year’s Everest Carnival encompasses six weeks of world-class racing in Sydney throughout spring, commencing on September 8th and galloping straight through to October 13th at Royal Randwick and Rosehill Gardens.

Out of the gate with Run To The Rose Day at Rosehill Gardens, the Carnival will build towards its feature event - the $13 million Everest. The world’s richest race on turf, this is not one for the fainthearted.

Over the six-week Carnival, 29 Stakes races will be contested, including six Group 1’s. Other feature events during the spring racing program include Royal Randwick’s Melbourne Cup race meeting on Tuesday November 6th and, of course, the hotly-anticipated City Tattersalls Club Cup Day on Saturday 20th October.

WHAT’S HAPPENING OFF THE TRACK? Off the track during the day, racegoers will be entertained with DJs and live

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music, fashion activations and the Harrolds Fashion Chute competition, popup bars and other special entertainment.

WHAT ARE YOUR OPTIONS FOR FOOD AND DRINK? There are loads of options to keep you wined and dined all day, from the Leger Lawn featuring a host of famous food trucks (think Chur Burger, Cantina Movil and the Shuck Truck) and unique pop-up bars by Pimms, Domain Chandon, Schweppes, Heineken 3 and Canadian Club to premium offerings in the Chairman’s Club and Grandview Restaurant.

WHAT ABOUT GROUPS? Groups are looked after through ATC’s group tickets, which reward discounts for groups of 10 or more. If you want to really elevate your day, there are also a number of hospitality options available for groups, including private spaces for 10 to

25 guests and all-inclusive cocktail style functions with menus designed by the ATC’s award-winning chef in collaboration with some of Australia’s leading chefs and restaurants.

AND THE BIG RACE …

THE EVEREST? Redzel won the inaugural Everest in 2017, trained by Peter and Paul Snowden, ridden

by Kerrin McEvoy. Purchased from the Magic Millions Yearling Sale in January 2014 for $120,000, Redzel was syndicated

by Triple Crown Syndications to 17 owners including a policeman, a teacher, a taxi driver and a few retirees all with their own unique story as to why and how they got involved with racing and this particular horse. As of last month, nine of the twelve slot holders have confirmed their runners including the defending champion Redzel.

Can the defending champ do it again?

THE EVEREST, SATURDAY 13 OCTOBER AT ROYAL RANDWICK CITY TATTERSALLS CLUB CUP DAY, SATURDAY 20 OCTOBER AT ROYAL RANDWICK For information visit www.theRaces.com.au

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CITY TATTS MELBOURNE CUP 2018 TUESDAY

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MAKE IT A

TO REMEMBER!

THE GADIGAL ROOM

Live entertainment | Chandon on arrival Three Course Lunch, including Petit Fours.

Tea & Coffee | $3.00 Mystery Trifectas • Prizes for Best Dressed •

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Enjoy one complimentary cocktail!

BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL THROUGH CUSTOMER SERVICE ON 9267 9421 OR ONLINE

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Giving back ON TUESDAY 21ST AUGUST, WE WERE HONOURED TO HOST THE 2018 CLUBGRANTS PRESENTATION IN THE GADIGAL ROOM, WITH OVER 39 CHARITIES IN ATTENDANCE.

Captive audience: The presentation is always eye-opening

As the Master of Ceremonies, Chairman Patrick Campion led proceedings as the committee - consisting of representatives from City Tatts, City of Sydney RSL and Club York - donated $394,060 across 52 organisations to assist with the amazing programs that are run throughout our community. Of this, City Tattersalls Club was proud to distribute $245,408 alone.

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Since ClubsNSW introduced ClubGRANTS, Registered Clubs have given more than $1 billion to recipients from community groups, charities and sporting teams located across NSW. City Tatts is one of approximately 500 Clubs to voluntarily assign funds to the ClubGRANTS scheme each and every year. ClubGRANTS is without doubt one

of the principal and most effective grants programs existing in Australia today.

As always, the presentation was a wonderful event, so here are some of the highlights, in the words of the people representing those out there on the front line:

LOU’S PLACE “Lou’s services the homeless and vulnerable women in crisis, based in Kings Cross. We are absolutely blown away, I’m speechless. So, thank you very, very much. What we put in for was a grant to work with women in out-of-home care, many of the women sadly are separated from their children and we feel there is a really big gap for supporting women and helping them get better contact with their children. That’s what we are harbouring, and this funding will enable that to happen.”

MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION "I’m so overwhelmed to be here today.

What an absolutely amazing audience to be amongst. We are incredibly honoured.

Thank you so much. Make-A-Wish grant wishes for children with critical illnesses.

We currently have 467 children, with 27 in Sydney. These funds will go towards granting the amazing wishes of the children between the ages of four and 17, could be for a puppy, could be to go to the moon. But it gives them the strength to hope for their journey ahead.”

WOOLLOOMOOLOO POLICE COMMUNITY “Our Scholarship Foundation was set up to support the youth of Woolloomooloo, to help with their secondary education, unemployment, mental health, get youth off the street, teenage pregnancy.

What we’re trying to show these children is the different paths they can take. This money will go towards their secondary education.”

WHEELCHAIR SPORTS NSW “I started off just as a kid with a disability that went along to a roadshow and I started playing wheelchair basketball and I fell in love with it. And I ended up being at three Paralympic games. I’m also on the Board of Wheelchair Sports NSW hoping to give back. We run sport for everyone with a disability but also their family and

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friends around them, so they can get involved and participate, from little kids all the way to adults. We run Christmas camps for kids, so they can meet other kids with disabilities, and show them the different ways they can live their lives.”

ODYSSEY HOUSE NSW “We focus on long-term rehab, and are based in Redfern. This money will go towards our program which is essentially working to find a cure for parents who have drug and alcohol related issues.”

ST JOHN AMBULANCE NSW “What a great event to be at, it’s really humbling to be here. At St John we’re passionate about saving lives. Our mission in NSW is to make sure every person in every workplace and home and public gathering is equipped and trained to deliver first aid. So, these funds are going to help to raise that awareness and promote our schools program.”

WESLEY COMMUNITY “Lifeline is there not only for suicide prevention, but it’s anyone who is concerned about anything. It could be someone who has relationship issues, or someone lonely, someone with mental illness.”

KOOKABURRA KIDS “Our organisation offers respite to children who are living with family members with mental illness. We do this through running camps and providing education programs that are aimed to help behaviour and help to break the cycle of mental illness. 36% of children that live with a family member with mental health issues will become troubled with mental health issues. We are currently an organisation that is growing at a very fast rate which is quite tragic growth when you think about that.”

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$15 DAILY SPECIALS MONDAY Angus rump steaK with thick-cut chips

TUESDAY SPRING LAMB SALAD with peas and feta

WEDNESDAY FISH BURGER with thick-cut chips

THURSDAY chicken parmigiana with thick-cut chips

LU N C H AN D DI N NER , N O F UR T HER D IS C O UN TS A P P LY.

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WHAT IS CITY TATTS DOING TO PREVENT AND HELP PROBLEM GAMBLING? City Tatts is committed to providing a safe and responsible environment for all Members and guests.

Whilst gambling is an enjoyable pastime for many Australians, City Tatts recognises the potential dangers that gambling presents for some people. People with gambling problems can experience financial issues as well as negative consequences for their relationships with family and friends, health, employment and even legal issues.

VOLUNTARY PRE-COMMITMENT City Tatts patrons can take advantage of voluntary pre-commitment to set limits and the amount of time and money they wish to spend on the Club’s gaming machines. Pick up a brochure or ask at Reception for more information.

COUNSELLING Patrons of City Tatts have access to BetSafe’s comprehensive 24 hour counselling service.

SELF-EXCLUSION Self-exclusion allows a problem gambler to remove the temptation to gamble by restricting their access to gambling. If you would like to arrange to be self-excluded you can do so through one of the following methods: • •

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Speaking any member of staff at City Tatts at any time of day Contacting BetSafe on 1800 BETSAFE (1800 238 723) and arranging an appointment Using BetSafe’s online self-exclusion website by visiting www.betsafe.com.au/self_ exclusion

BetSafe provides additional training to equip staff to respond to requests for assistance from patrons who may have a gambling problem.

INDEPENDENT ADVICE BetSafe is an organisation developed specifically to help and minimise problem gambling in the community.

City Tatts obtains the advice of BetSafe on the best way to respond to individual incidents that may indicate that a patron has a gambling problem.

This may include involuntarily excluding a patron from gambling at the Club if there is clear evidence of a gambling problem.

HELP FOR FAMILY MEMBERS

POLICIES & PROCEDURES

City Tatts recognises that problem gambling also affects family members.

It is common for family members of problem gamblers to be under a lot of stress as they struggle to help their relative. BetSafe’s counselling service can help family members in dealing with these issues and offer strategies to motivate the problem gambler to seek help.

City Tatts has adopted and implemented BetSafe’s comprehensive policies and procedures to deal with responsible gambling and problem gambling related matters. These policies and procedures cover everything from credit betting to dealing with patrons who leave children unattended while gambling.

SIGNAGE & INFORMATION

BetSafe provides free assistance to patrons of City Tatts through faceto-face counselling as well as over the phone. BetSafe provides faceto-face appointments during and outside of business hours (evenings and weekends). BetSafe also has no limit on the number of free sessions provided to patrons - they will do everything they can to help patrons overcome gambling problems.

Counselling is the most effective form of help for problem gambling.

It allows people to address any underlying issues and mistaken beliefs to minimise the likelihood of the problem re-emerging.

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City Tatts has formalised procedures in place for Third Party Exclusions.

City Tatts can arrange to have a problem gambler excluded from gambling to prevent serious harm.

BetSafe can assist family members in obtaining the necessary evidence to arrange for a Third Party Exclusion.

STAFF TRAINING City Tatts gaming staff have all completed an approved Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG) course, covering the legislative requirements for the provision of gambling services.

City Tatts displays a variety of BetSafe signs, brochures and cards to ensure information is readily available to any patron that needs assistance.

Should you or anyone you know wish to arrange a free and confidential counselling appointment please contact BetSafe’s 24-hour helpline on 1800 BETSAFE (1800 238 723).

MAKING THEIR MARK DOWN UNDER City Tattersalls Club is a proud Partner of ClubsNSW in their role as Founding Partner of Invictus Games Sydney 2018 presented by Jaguar Land Rover.

Founded by HRH The Duke of Sussex in 2014, the Invictus Games is an international adaptive sporting event for wounded, injured and ill servicemen and women, both on active duty and veterans. The Games use the healing power of sport to inspire recovery, support rehabilitation and celebrate the crucial role played by family members and friends.

The word ‘invictus’ is Latin for ‘unconquered’ and embodies the fighting spirit of our wounded, injured and ill servicemen and women.

The fourth Invictus Games will be held Down Under from 20-27 October with events being staged across Greater Sydney. It will be thrilling to witness the healing power of sport and support our wounded warriors on home turf.

Invictus Games Sydney 2018 CEO Patrick Kidd OBE hopes to see as many Australians there as possible.

“The countdown is on to Invictus Games Sydney 2018 and we’re busy preparing to

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welcome 500 competitors and over 1,000 of their family members and friends from 18 nations to Sydney,” said Mr Kidd.

“This is a moment in time for us to come together as a nation, to be inspired by these incredible stories of resilience and actively demonstrate support for our defence community.”

As a proud Partner Club, City Tattersalls is very excited to get into the spirit of the Games and show our support for not only the Australian Team but for all participating nations. We also look forward to the opportunity to recognise and thank the family members and friends of our servicemen and women for the sacrifices they make.

Invictus Games Sydney 2018 also provides an opportunity for long-term impact for the defence community.

Invictus Games Sydney 2018 and ‘Make Your Mark Down Under’ enables you to get involved and show your support for our wounded warriors, no matter where you are or what you do.

“A great way to ‘Make Your Mark’ and show your support is to attend the Games and cheer on our wounded warriors over eight days of fantastic competition,” said Mr Kidd.

We’ll be there… will you?

Tickets are available now from just $20 at www.invictusgames2018.org.

BE INSPIRED. BE ENTERTAINED. BE THERE.

“The Invictus Games is more than a sporting event. We are building a network of government, corporate and not-for-profit collaborations to ensure we have a lasting impact beyond October,” said Mr Kidd.

The Games are encouraging you all to get involved and ‘Make Your Mark Down Under’. There is a role for everyone in

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MARCUS WILSON: JUST KEEP GOING

BY RICHARD SHUTE

I meet Marcus on a stunning sunny Thursday outside the onsite motel at the Sydney Academy of Sport and Recreation in Narrabeen, 25km north of the City. Set amongst natural bushland, this state-ofthe-art North Shore facility is the training hub for the Manly Sea Eagles – and for the next two weeks, they will be joined by the 72 members of the Australian team who will be representing their country at the Invictus Games in October. By the side of Narrabeen Lagoon, aside from a cacophony of Indigenous birds, the only sounds that break the serenity are the shouted signals of a helper to one of the team’s assistance dogs on the rugby pitch.

joined the Australian Army in 1988 and was medically discharged in 2002, having served both as a Gunner and a Medic. Accolades during his impressive ADF career include the Nursing Service Cross (NSC) for his efforts in Papua New Guinea and a Bravery Medal (BM) for rescuing five passengers from a crashed helicopter in Kabul, Afghanistan.

Now Base Manager for the Flying Doctors in Broken Hill, Marcus’ day job is tough and long, but rewarding: “I love that we live in a country where that can happen. Nobody ever gets a bill for our services. We’re the third largest airline in Australia”, he states proudly.

has travelled across for. He explains how desperately he needed them to happen for him in his rehabilitation journey after damaging his spinal cord, nerves in his back and a myriad of orthopaedic injuries changed his life in 2002: “For about five years, I could hardly walk, but thankfully through rehab and medication we managed to control the nerve pain. I can’t ever stand still, and I can’t sit for too long, I’ve got to keep moving. On some days, it gets so bad that I can’t get out of bed. I don’t really sleep very well, I sort of just fall asleep when I can’t keep my eyes open any more, but it’s not restful” he explains.

A tall man approaches me and, beaming beneath a shaggy grey beard and striking azure eyes, cheerfully introduces himself as Marcus Wilson. Originally from Brisbane, but now based in Broken Hill, the 42-year-old

Marcus arrived at Narrabeen a week earlier to meet up with the other 71 members of the Australian team. With the Games fast approaching the training regime is intensifying – this is the third camp he

“You need something to motivate you to exercise, so I put my name forward [for the Games], and told everyone. That would be the thing that would kick me into gear. The cycling camp was the

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service actually meant anything to anyone”, he confides.

City Tatts is delighted to have been able to reach out to Marcus and provide practical support – not just for the Games, but as a part of his ongoing rehabilitation, both emotionally and physically. The equipment, which includes cold weather apparel, a chainset and wheelset as well as a bike fitting with a physiotherapist will allow him to really dial down on his training. It allowed him to get an online coach for professional guidance as opposed to just bluffing it. “The equipment will be invaluable – not just for the Games, but for the next event.

And that’s what this whole process is about,” he enthuses.

“I use a regular bike, but I modify it because of my injuries. The support from City Tatts has allowed me to get it professionally fitted by a physiotherapist. I know I’m in the least aerodynamic and least powerful position, but it is the one which generates the least discomfort. I ride as a category C5, basically I have an extended stem and ride in the upright position. I’m really excited to be working with a professional who understands the biomechanics of my injuries and the sport to help me get into the most efficient position,” he says.

Fiercely proud: Marcus Wilson

them out for a cruise on the Harbour the following day. His wife is currently studying as an international student in Brisbane. They met five years ago through a mutual friend and she is hoping to join her husband in Broken Hill by the end of the year.

“Being able to show my kids is a big thing. Sharing that experience and showing them that even if things seem stacked against you, giving up’s not really the answer - you’ve got to keep pushing through. There’s been times when I wished that the ground would open up and swallow me up, but you’ve just got to put one foot in front of the other and keep going.”

Marcus’ piercing eyes, however, are firmly cast towards the future – and post-Games, the outlook is bright, with the affable competitor already looking towards the Masters, the Warrior Games and the next Invictus in the Hague which has just been announced. As he shakes my hand to leave for the afternoon training session, I can’t help but hear the words of William Ernest Henry’s immortal Invictus poem in my mind: “I am the master of my fate: I am the captain of my soul”.

GOOD LUCK, AND GO WELL MARCUS. WE’RE BEHIND YOU.

One of the things Marcus is most looking forward to is spending time with his family.

His daughter will join him for five days, his son twice that. He actually competes on the first day of the Games, on Sunday 21st October at Farm Cove, and is hoping to take

first thing I went to, and the first thing I realised was that I was hopelessly unfit compared to the other guys. I was just hopeless, I wasn’t even close”, he laughs.

After the camp, Marcus wrote a fair dinkum plea to the coach to acknowledge how far off the mark he was, but vowed to pay his way, attend every training camp, wash the uniforms and carry the water bottles – just so long as he could be part of the team.

That struck a chord with coach Geoff Stokes and, out of 270 plus applicants, Marcus was fortunate enough to make the cut – and get the opportunity to represent his country in the sailing event as a bowman.

Marcus fixes me in his gaze, as if to make sure the strike lands, “The whole thing is that it’s the first time as a veteran that I’ve felt valued. This is the first time in a 30 year career in defence that my

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Proud of their city: The Harriers run whatever the weather physician Dr. Summerhayes always present to keep a watchful eye over proceedings – and of course, to make notes on each individualrunner.

City Tattersalls Club has always had a strong connection with running as a sport. An early committeeman and later house manager, Ted Lazarus, made his mark as a champion runner, winning the storied Stawell Gift back in the day. However, organised running dates back only to 1959, when gymnasium supervisor George Daldry responded to a request from late Club Secretary Fred Clark to supervise the training of two footballers, Dick Wilson and Ian Walsh, by taking them out jogging in Centennial Park.

Following the lead of the Australian and St. George skippers, soon athletes, rowers and other joggers joined in and in 1961, the Harriers were formed. Archie Punch was made President, with another committee man - Joe Taylor - as his number two. The group used to run four mornings a week around Centennial Park, with Club

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Over the years, the group has included marathon runners, Olympic rowers and rugby players of both codes looking to gain that extra edge in their fitness. In August 1993, after 34 years of uninterrupted service, George Daldry handed over the leadership of the Sunday runs to John Healy.

The City Tattersalls Harriers Running and Walking Group have been meeting at the same spot each Sunday morning for over 60 years – rain, hail or shine. “We have a group to suit everybody – a walking group, also slow, medium and fast running groups.

We encourage families and individuals to come along and explore the bi-ways and back streets of the older parts of our city as well as the eastern beaches and harbour foreshores”, explains current group leader Charles Anscombe.

The separate groups always meet up once or twice during the run, enabling individuals to chop and change at these intersections.

“We regularly have around 60 people on the run, often more, but do not worry if there is no one in sight at 8am as they all converge just before start time”, explains Charles.

Russ Dowsett, a face familiar to many, has been running with the Harriers since 1979.

With a cheeky grin creeping across his handsome face, he assures me that he could very easily claim to be the most loyal: "They say ‘Russ, why don’t you ever go on holiday?’ and I say ‘I do, I go on a Sunday afternoon, and get back on a Saturday evening.' Why? Because I want to be here on a Sunday. I don’t miss it. I don’t miss many at all. I can count the days I’ve missed on one hand. I love it.”

Although it is ostensibly a running group, the Harriers provide something far more important, he tells me: “We don’t come for the running, that’s the bonus. The exercise is a bonus. It’s the camaraderie and the sledging. We have a go at everyone. No one’s safe.”

Keen walker Norma Mason admits she isn’t as dedicated as Russ. She tells a cracking yarn about how she joined the group 21 years back: “My husband used to come home and he would pick the papers up on the way home and then say ‘You’ve missed the best part of the day!’ And I thought I’ll fix you and next week put my walking shoes on, and I came with him. I went up the corner, I went all over the place. And then I got in the car and thought, 'what have you done to me?' And I’ve never missed really since then.”

Proudly sporting a Canteen bandana, Graham Deacon simply loves treading the backlands of the city. He chips in: “Sydney on a Sunday morning is different to Sydney at other times. From where we are, we can go anywhere and everywhere. One of my favourites is going into the city, and around Surry Hills. We go to the beaches at times.

Down to Bondi, they’re all good. Something different every week. The other week we did the Harbour Bridge, it was beautiful.

That’s a great run, the Harbour Bridge and around Kirribilli Point. Everyone’s invited all the time.”

Together as one: A gem from the archive

Youth can’t be restored, but stamina endurance, general health and improvement in one’s personal appearance can.”

– Neil McEwan, CTC Harriers in the March 1966 CTC Magazine.

CTC Director Jim Chen remains a proud Harrier

With sweat cooling on the shoulders, it’s high time to get out of the late-winter windchill, and the group disperses. But the faithful will be back, same time, same place next week, dedicated to running this town.

Interested in striding with the Harriers?

Join in the fun in Centennial Park every Sunday – they meet at the corner of Oxford Street and York Road, opposite the bus terminal at 8.00am sharp!

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Grilled Spring Lamb Salad (SERVES 4)

Lime Panna Cotta and Fresh Mango

Ingredients: • 16 lamb cutlets • ½ bunch mint, chopped • ½ bunch parsley, chopped • 150g shelled green peas • 250g feta cheese • ½ red onion, thinly sliced • Juice of 1 lemon • 200ml olive oil

Ingredients: • 3 sheets golden gelatine • 550ml tinned coconut milk • 3 tablespoons caster sugar • Zest of two limes • 2 mangoes • 10 mint leaves, roughly chopped

Method: 1. Coat the lamb cutlets with olive oil, season with salt and pepper and cook on a grilled surface or in a hot frying pan until brown on both sides.

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Cook the peas in salted boiling water for two minutes, then rinse under cold water.

Toss the mint, parsley, peas, feta and onion together, season with salt and pepper, and dress with extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice.

Method: 1. Soak gelatine in cold water for five minutes, or until soft.

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SPRING COCKTAIL SPECIALS Ah spring, when you’re reminded what it’s like to not be constantly chilly! Why not celebrate the changing weather with something a little bit fancy? With the party season just around the corner, it’s time to have some fun with our favourite spring cocktails.

And as the warmer months appear, our tastes tend to change with the seasons.

For drinks, that means brighter cocktails with beautifully fresh components. From fresh fruit to lemonade cocktails, spring cocktails are an absolute joy.

PINEAPPLE AND MINT PUNCH Ingredients • 2kg pineapple, peeled and chopped • 565g canned lychees in syrup • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves • 1l pineapple juice, chilled • 750ml ginger beer, chilled • Ice, to serve Directions 1. Combine pineapple, undrained lychees and mint in a food processor.

Process until smooth.

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Serve in desired glasses.

Strawberry PIMM'S Punch

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Ingredients • 30ml vodka • 75ml pear juice • Squeeze of lemon • Pear slices • Ice

Ingredients • 500ml Pimm’s • 750ml dry ginger ale • 750ml lemonade • 8 cups ice • 1 punnet thinly-sliced strawberries • 1 bunch fresh mint Directions 1. Combine Pimm’s, dry ginger ale, ice and lemonade into a large jug (3L), and stir.

2. Garnish with strawberries and fresh mint. Serve in desired glasses.

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The laidback Sydneysider was raised by his mother and two older siblings in Blacktown. Jason can’t speak highly enough about his family, who he says are “all crazy, and are polar opposites of each other.”

He describes his mother as “the strongest person I know,” his brother as “one of the nicest guys you will ever meet,” and his sister as “one of the smartest people I know”. With an attitude like this, it’s no wonder Jason is an incredibly popular figure.

Getting to Know…

JASON GREEN Looking dapper and often seen mixing delicious cocktails, Lower Bar Manager Jason is one of the most welcoming faces you’ll meet at City Tatts. As part of the family for two years now, the Sydney local has recently celebrated something very special.

Don’t let the quiet exterior fool you however, the always-friendly Jason is known by team members to be a “sugar and Red Bull fiend.” This kick may just be what helps him with his love for computer games, YouTube and movies, which is how you’ll find him spending his spare time on the weekends (when not in the arms of his loving new wife and cats).

“It was the most expensive, I mean happiest day of my life. I thought smiling for the whole day would kill my face but after seeing my bride, the smile came naturally and could not be wiped off my face, even when my foot got tangled in my wife’s wedding dress during our first dance,” he shares.

Getting to Know… YOU This is the beautiful face of the winner of August’s ‘Win the Ultimate Ski Trip or $5000 Cash’ promotion. Out of the 15 finalists of the competition, long-time City Tatts Member Larissa Von Drasek scooped the grand prize – and she couldn’t be more delighted: “I couldn’t believe it when my number came up and I picked up the ball. I looked at it and he said, 'You’re the winner!' You could have knocked me down, I just couldn’t believe it. I really had no idea, it was just wonderful,” she explains.

Larissa has been coming to the Club house since the early 90's and is a regular in Lower Bar and the Women’s Fitness Centre.

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Well-known to staff, it was fantastic to see such a welldeserving winner.

“I love coming here, I just enjoy the camaraderie of the girls in the gym. I do maybe four to five classes a week; body barre, yoga, Zumba. It makes you feel better.

We all have our problems, but it’s lovely when you have a chat to each other, it just makes you feel better,” she says.

Larissa, hopes to go on a small holiday of her own in the coming summer and use her winnings towards that: “I’ll go in February for a little trip on the boat, it will be lovely!” she adds.

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A night to remember!

Richard Marx @ The State Theatre Zest Kitchen - $131.00 Tue 4th December From 7:45pm

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Experience

Canada Winter has come and gone and while to most of us that may put a smile on our faces, there are those who simply crave the cold comforts of the season gone by.

Have no fear though, Canada’s Calgary Alberta - which for eight straight years has been ranked as the fifth most liveable city in the world by Economist Living Intelligence Unit analysts - is home to two of City Tatts' fabulous Reciprocal Clubs.

The country’s third largest municipality, Calgary is known to astonish new visitors with its beauty, funky eateries, outdoor adventures and street festival vibes. The work-hard, play-hard approach flows through the city’s veins and beers and al fresco sports are almost universally

adored. This beautiful location was thrust onto the world stage in 1988 as the first Canadian city to host the Winter Olympics (the XV Olympic Winter Games), and this was a huge boost to Calgary’s reputation. Known as ‘Everybody’s Games’, the event helped foster a sense of community for the winter city, and hubs from the Games remain popular for visitors even today.

With just one stroll down the main strip of the city, it’s not hard to see why the place has been recognised and acclaimed for offering such a high quality of life.

The colourful city truly is a winter wonderland, complete with booming economy, strong film and TV, wellness and tourism sectors. It’s a lifestyle no Calgarian is afraid to boast about.

Nestled between the beautiful communities of Mount Royal and Elbow Park in the southwest of Calgary since 1931, The Glencoe Club is a great spot for visitors wanting to further explore the winter months while embracing some of their favourite sports. Committed to ‘creating extraordinary experiences for the communities we serve,’ its superior facilities include swimming pools,

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bowling lanes, a skating rink, squash and tennis courts, and an impressive fitness centre.

When it’s time to relax and let the chefs work their magic, the Grille Room is comprised of an open area where you can watch the talented chefs prepare your gourmet meal. More interested in the pub? The Glencoe Club’s Adults Only watering hole combines their love of sports and classic Canadian food and beers.

If you are more eager to explore the north area of Calgary, the Calgary Winter Club offers a great alternative premier sporting and social Club to sightsee while on holiday. Located on the edge of Nose Hill and surrounded by nature, the Club offers convenience in its proximity to the airport.

The 280,000 ft2 luxurious Club has all you could ask for providing a healthy balance of recreation, competition and relaxation.

With a family-centric environment, Calgary Winter Club offers families the chance to connect with one another through a variety of pursuits and shared interests.

PLANNING YOUR NEXT HOLIDAY OVERSEAS? CALGARY MAY BE THE NORTH AMERICAN DESTINATION FOR YOU. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT https://citytatts.com.au/membership/ reciprocal-clubs/americas/

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A peaceful massage or a nourishing facial can provide a revitalising experience to escape the hassles of a busy Sydney lifestyle. Located in the Women’s Fitness Centre, the City Tatts Day Spa is the perfect place to experience the true meaning of relaxation.

Why not take time out of your demanding schedule and treat yourself to a variety of services fit for improving health, wellbeing and beauty through personal care treatments? Trust us, our expert therapists are sure to leave you feeling refreshed and well-pampered.

Think about indulgence, think about kicking your shoes off and letting your mind wander. Think about what your favourite massage or facial style is and leave the rest up to our team of highly qualified professionals.

Explore our range of treatments from blissful massages, body scrubs or perhaps an age-defying facial, and help de-stress your body with one of our pick-me up packages - you can even create a tailored pack!

So, whether it’s a facial, massage, scrub, manicure, wax or even get a blow dry, we’ve got you covered.

Relieve tired muscles and nourish tired skin to feel fresh and ready to face daily life at your best. Our therapists use aromatic oils as well as both detoxifying and antioxidant therapies to help ease your muscular pains and strengthen sites of injuries. The great news is our remedial massages can be claimed on your health cover - just ask our friendly staff how.

To book an appointment in the Day Spa please call 02 9287 6459 or visit https://citytatts.com.au/fitness-centres/womens-fitness-centre/day-spa/ Open Monday - Saturday

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Spring Fling Singles Party

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17TH NOVEMBER 2018

Spring is here! It's time to shake off the winter blues and start meeting Sydney's most eligible singles at City Tatts on Saturday 15 September! Take control of your love life and find out if you have the spark straight away.

Show your cheeky side and take a chance on meeting a new flame at the flirtiest party in Sydney on Saturday 17 November at City Tatts!

Online ticket includes a free drink on arrival. With great prizes to be won, free canapés, DJ entertainment, RSVP hosts on hand to help you mingle and a dancefloor rivalled by none, it's the hottest place to be in Sydney!

RSVP Events are the hottest singles parties in town, with new attendees at every event! You don't have to be an RSVP member to attend, so bring a single friend and make it a great night out!

If you're tired of guessing who's taken and who's single, join Sydney’s cheekiest singles and put the fun back into dating!

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Ever wanted to Tango in Argentina? Line dance in Texas? Salsa in South America?

Well, the Dance Sub-Club may be just what you’re looking for. Members can attend an extensive range of dance lessons, workshops and social events catered to beginners, intermediate and advanced levels. It is a great way to have fun, stay healthy and meet new friends.

Dancing is a great way for people of all ages and sizes to keep fit, with the added benefit of socialising with those with similar interests. Research also shows

dancing can improve your mental health.

Plus listening to your favourite tunes can’t hurt your mood!

If you would like to attend, please contact Jacqueline Simpson on 0415 614 825, or send an email to jackiesg@optusnet.com.au

The physical effects can’t be denied either. Benefits include increased muscular strength, endurance, weight management, stronger bones and reduced risk of osteoporosis and it even qualifies as aerobic exercise. Bonus!

The Dance Club also holds free monthly social events to show off your freestyle and let loose with your guest.

Our Sub-Club plays at various venues across Sydney, where some of the best courses in the world are located. Eager to keep the variety within the social group, the Club welcomes players of all experience to join them (even if you’re a first-timer!). The Club, specifically for men, offers a place to share your golf enthusiasm as well tips and tales from previous golfing times. The most important aspect (aside from some friendly competition) is to enjoy yourself.

If you would like to get involved with the Men’s Golf Club, please contact Men’s Golf Club President George Samios on (02) 9630 5604.

Take a swing with the City Tatts Golf Club and test your luck out on the course. This popular sport is a great way to enjoy the world outside your window and is played by people of all abilities and ages.

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Often considered a leisurely hobby due to the frequent use of a cart, make no mistake, cart or no cart, golf is exercise.

As well as sharing the basic rules and etiquette of the game, we perform the appropriate stretches before playing to avoid nasty lower back, elbow or wrist injuries.

LEARN TO DANCE Have fun, stay healthy and meet new friends!

Classes catering for all styles from Ballroom to Latin and Pop Rock moves....

• All paid classes are 12 weeks in duration held in Segars Ballroom • Designed for beginners to advanced • To attend a class, contact Tony Geary on 0418 117 208 • All social events are held in Celebrity Lounge, Segars Ballroom or The Gadigal Room

ARGENTINE TANGO - $20pp

LINE DANCING - $9pp

NEW VOGUE CLASSES - $10pp

MONDAY 17TH SEPTEMBER

SATURDAY 22ND SEPTEMBER

Beginners • 6:30pm - 7:30pm Intermediate/Advanced • 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Beginners • 9:30am - 10:30amm Intermediate • 10:30am - 11:30am

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Foxtrot/Waltz/Tango/Quickstep Advanced -$15 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm

FRIDAY 60's - 90's DANCE NIGHTS

TUESDAY 18TH SEPTEMBER

Waltz/Tango/Quickstep

Beginners Workshop • 6:30pm - 9:30pm

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ARGENTINE TANGO - $20pp THURSDAY 20TH SEPTEMBER Beginners • 7:00pm - 8:00pm Intermediate/Advanced • 8:00pm - 9:00pm

ARGENTINE TANGO - $20pp SATURDAY WORKSHOP 8TH SEPTEMBER, 13TH OCTOBER, 10TH NOVEMBER Workshop • 1:30pm - 3:30pm • 6:30pm - 11:30pm

FREE SOCIAL • 8.30pm - 10.00pm

LATIN AMERICAN - $10pp FRIDAY 21ST SEPTEMBER Mambo & Rock N Roll Beginners Social Dance • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Intermediate Samba • 7:00pm - 8:00pm BOOK EARLY FOR THIS POPULAR CLASS

FREE EVENT (FOR MEMBERS & GUESTS) • September 14th • November 9th & 23rd • 8:30pm - 11:00pm • SOCIAL DANCE NIGHTS FREE EVENT (FOR MEMBERS & GUESTS) • Mondays: 7:30pm - 9:30pm • Wednesdays: 8.30pm - 10.00pm DINNER DANCE - $55pp FEATURING 'LITTLE PATTIE' & HER BAND (FOR MEMBERS & GUESTS) • Friday 19th Oct 7:00pm11:00pm Includes 3 course meal

DINNER & DANCE F R I DAY 2 8 T H D E C E M B E R

Doors Open: 6:30pm Dinner Served: 7:00pm sharp Live Music: The Fabulous Little Pattie and her band

Tickets: $55pp

Enjoy a three-course meal prepared by our chefs and dance the night away

Bookings:

Customer Service on 02 9267 9421

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LIN 26T E BAL H S LOT EPT C E M LOS E BER S !

OVER 100 YEARS OF TRADITION

RACE DAY 2018 CITY TATTERSALLS CLUB

EXCLUSIVE INVITATION

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CELEBRATE IN STYLE As is tradition, City Tattersalls Club will invite 70 Life or Gold Members (and a guest) to the City Tattersalls Club Race Day Ballroom Event at Royal Randwick Racecourse this Spring. If the total registrations exceed the maximum available, a lottery style draw will take place. The first 70 names drawn will be invited to the event. If you miss out on the cocktail party, General Admission and Member tickets to the ATC for the day will be available. These will also be restricted to two (2) per Life or Gold member.

This year the Club will again offer 150 additional tickets that can be purchased by any Life or Gold Member who misses out in the draw.

For more information please visit Customer Service or call us on 02 9267 9421

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Dress Regulations As a condition of entry to City Tattersalls Club, patrons’ attire must be clean, neat and tidy, in good repair and in good taste at all times. The following are NOT permitted at any time: • • • • • • • • •

Ripped, torn, frayed, worn or offensive clothing Dirty footwear or clothing Headwear including caps or beanies Swimwear or singlets Football jerseys Football shorts Patron’s conduct must be orderly and not offensive Provocative or offensive language, clothing or gestures will not be tolerated Management’s decision shall be final in all matters relating to dress and behaviour

Contributors William Corbett Martine Chalmers

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Sue Donnelly Daniel Graham Stephanie Le Richard Schilke Lucinda Sheppard Richard Shute Marcelo A. Veloz Jongsup Won

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Enjoy scrambled or fried eggs, sausage, bacon, grilled tomato, mushrooms, baked beans in tomato sauce and a filtered coffee.

OPEN TO MEMBERS & GUESTS. NO FURTHER DISCOUNTS APPLY.

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Thinking of Travelling?

City Tattersalls Club has reciprocal arrangements with many prestigious clubs around the world!

You can enjoy a stunning variety of dining and sporting experiences in outstanding accommodation facilities across the globe.

As a Member of City Tattersalls Club, you are welcome in the world’s most exclusive clubs and can expect gracious hospitality in Paris, New York, London, Montreal and more!

For enquiries, please call our Customer Service team on 9267 9421.

For full details, visit citytatts.com.au/Membership/reciprocal-clubs