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APR - JUNE VOLUME 3 EDITION 2
CONTENTS
APRIL - JUNE 2016 03 REPORTS 06 DINING 10 FEATURE - ANITA COBBY MEMORIAL DINNER 12 HUBERTUS COUNTRY CLUB
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13 FEATURE - DIABETES CARE 14 DIAMOND SHOWROOM 17 CALENDAR 20 FREE ENTERTAINMENT 21 PROMOTIONS
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24 FEATURE - COMMUNITY FIRST 26 PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
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28 SPORTING BODIES REPORTS 33 LETTERS OF THANKS 34 WELFARE REPORT 35 DIRECTORY
FRONT COVER
Our 2015 Board of Directors outside Workers Blacktown. Proud to have donated over $1,250,850.00 throughout 2015 in Club Grants.
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KAY KELLY
TERRY O’LOUGHLIN
PRESIDENT
PRESIDENT
SNR VICE
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LES WINTERS JNR VICE
PRESIDENT
JIM BUCKLEY
MARK COWGILL
BOB VINCENT
PAT COLLINS
GARY CALLAGHAN
JACK MILLER
TREASURER
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
PRESIDENT’S REPORT Hello Members, We have now returned to quarterly journals for you to peruse what is happening at your Club. I hope you have had the chance to visit our updated dining venues across the Workers Group venues all of which are receiving fantastic reviews. At Workers Blacktown, Jesse is cooking his way into the hearts of our patrons with his culinary delights at our new look Cucina Locale Revolving Restaurant. Make this your choice of restaurant to celebrate that special occasion or just make every visit special.
Rose garden located at Workers Blacktown in front of the car park.
Grange Buffet at Workers Sports is getting plenty of praise with revised menu and fresh new look buffet. The sushi train is a very popular addition. Brett and Nickayla at Westview Restaurant at Workers Hubertus Country Club would love you to call in. This restaurant has a lovely relaxing atmosphere so reserve your table and enjoy your meal. The Board and Management have much to consider over the next few years as we continue to develop our diversification of income streams. This ensures we are not heavily reliant on gaming and allows our Club to grow for future generations. The Board, Management, Staff and members are proud of our Club and as we work together as a team we can achieve our goals. In previous reports I have written about the proposed over 55’s Resort and Aged Care Facility. To achieve this, we need to move our sporting fields to the Walters Road area of the Complex where we intend to build a Sports Centre of Excellence. A presentation was held on Tuesday 15th March 6.30pm in Diamond Showroom to show our members of the intentions of this development and the reaction and feedback was positive. At our AGM on 10th April we will ask members to vote on making the Resort and Aged Care Facility Area non-core so we can expedite building decisions. I would like to thank my Board colleagues for the time and dedication they put into their position as Directors of the Club. It has been a very busy time and will continue to be with meetings and decisions on very important issues relating to the Clubs future development. I know it takes a toll on their family time but I really appreciate your passion and support you give me as President.
The memorial plaque in memory of Maureen Mackey.
ARTIST IMPRESSIONS Sports Club Outdoor Area
New children’s play area.
Being President of our Clubs (Workers Blacktown, Workers Sports and Workers Hubertus Country Club) is a position I am proud and honoured to hold but I can only do this with the support of our members. Thank you for the support you have shown me to date. We are now into stage 2 of the building development at Workers Sports where you will discover a “family friendly atmosphere” including a children’s fun area which will incorporate a “special” water area. We also have the large screen and relaxing atmosphere for you to enjoy. Pizza and Gelato will also be available.
New undercover seated outdoor lounge area. Many of our members have lost family and loved ones over the past twelve months. I offer my condolences and hope you can find comfort in visiting the club and talking to friends. It was the anniversary of the loss of former Club Treasurer Maureen Mackey in February. To honour this special lady, we unveiled a “rose garden” located at Workers Blacktown in front of the car park. When you pass by - take time to reflect on Maureen. Keeping Smiling and be Kind to each other.
Kay Kelly
New outside bar & catering area. President
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GENERAL MANAGER’S REPORT Hello Members, 2015 was a notable year for the Blacktown Workers Club Group as we celebrated the Clubs 60th anniversary while 2016 will be a year of diversification and major business development. We envisage that good controls on expenses will occur in 2016 as we consolidate our business in preparation for the development work we are proposing in the future. The Sports Club has in place the latest in state of the art kitchen equipment and air conditioning that will ensure efficient operation, reduced operating expenses and minimal maintenance works required. The building works for the Sports Club outside area commenced in mid-January and are expected to be finished mid-year. These renovations will see an improved larger children’s play area as well as upgraded sound and vision system to allow for the best in sports programs to be televised on the large 170 “LED screen whilst enjoying the upgraded modern outdoor facilities. What about the new bar, gelato and catering facility as well. This will be the go to place to bring the family to. The Board, Management and our builders are continuing to develop the plans for the major diversification project at the Sports Club involving the proposed development of a new sports centre of excellence to be constructed on the current industrial land on Walters Rd and the consideration of an over 55’s seniors style resort living, aged care and childcare facilities on the current sporting fields adjacent to the club on the Reservoir Rd side. We continue to have meetings with our builders, architects and Blacktown Council as we progress with this development proposal. These are exciting times ahead as we work to diversify our business model and ensure the long term success of the Club Group. May I remind all members of the 2016 AGM to be held at Blacktown Workers Club Campbell St Blacktown on Sunday 10 April 2016 commencing at 9.00am in the Diamond Showroom. Only full financial members at the time will be eligible to attend. Doors will open and registration will commence at 8.00am. Again I remind you of our Responsible Service of Alcohol policy under the NSW Liquor Act 2007 and the various signs throughout all of our Clubs indicating the Code of Practice for the supply and service of alcohol. This is the law and our staff are all trained and are required by law to ensure it is enforced. To those members who lost loved ones my condolences.
Neale Vaughan ACCM Dip Bus, Adv Dip Bus
General Manager. Chairman Blacktown. Liquor Accord. White Ribbon Ambassador.
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TREASURER’S REPORT Hello Members, I hope all our members had a good start to the New Year. The Blacktown Workers Club are proud to be major sponsors of charities in the Blacktown area. On the 2 February the Club held the Anita Cobby Inaugural Memorial Charity Dinner and over 700 people attended. Almost $200,000 was raised and this will go towards the building of ‘Grace’s Place’ named after Anita Cobby’s mother. This will be a safe and secure refuge for children and adults. Best of luck for our Sporting Bodies teams as they are getting ready for the winter competitions. Blacktown Workers Baseball Club Women’s team members; Kim McMillan, Lauren Donnellan, Breanna Donnellan, Belinda Hay, Olivia Bannon, Elise Izzard, Mindy Latimer and Maddison Lenard contributed to NSW winning their 3rd straight National Championship. Team members competing in the Men’s National Championships U/18’s also received medals. The inside renovations at Workers Sports is now complete and everything is nice and new. I encourage members to go along and try the great food available at the Club. The only work that remains at Workers Sports is the outdoor family area which will be completed shortly, weather permitting. Best wishes to all for 2016. Please see the financial data supplied at the time of writing this report. As at 31 December 2015:
Workers – Blacktown Workers – Sports
2015 ($)
2014 ($)
11,433,358
10,407,095
3,906,048
3,710,408
Jim Buckley JP -before Tax & Abnormals:
3,788,050
3,951,215
Treasurer
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IN LOVING
MEMORY May Her Light Shine Forever.
30 years and the memory of Anita Cobby lives on. On Tuesday the 2nd of February 2016, exactly 30 years from when 5 men raped and brutally murdered this young nurse, a special dinner was held at the Blacktown Workers Club, the Anita Cobby Inaugural Memorial Charity Dinner. 700 plus people pledged their support on the night to the wishes of the Late Garry and Grace Lynch (Anita’s parents) that one day something good would come from something bad. That wish has become reality with all the proceeds from the charity dinner going towards the building of “Grace’s Place” (named after Anita’s mother, Grace).
(Premier Mike Baird)
The night began well with Simon Bouda as Master of Ceremonies delivering a warm welcome to everyone’s attendance. Introducing first Kay Kelly our Club President. “As Club President it was such an honour to announce the Blacktown Workers Club Group would donate $50,000 on behalf of our Directors, Management, Staff and Members to commence the fundraising on the night.” – Kay Kelly. Following that Blacktown City Council Mayor Stephen Bali promised to donate land for Grace’s Place located in Blacktown. The Honourable Michael Baird MP Premier NSW stated he would have to match the Clubs generous gesture pledging another $50,000 and with extra donations, raffles and auctions another $100,000 was raised on the night. The night was attended by special guests including His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley AC DSC (Retired) Governor of New South Wales, NSW Deputy Police Commissioner Nick Kaldas APM, Anita’s younger sister Kathryn Szyszka and Homicide Victims’ Support Group Executive director Martha Jabour.
(Workers Club Group Board of Directors)
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Just before Kathryn spoke a chilling memorial video was played to the sound of Anita’s favourite song by the Eurythmics – The Miracle Of Love. Kathryn then courageously reminded the attendees on the night how kind, how beautiful and how much of a free spirit Anita was. She wasn’t just a beauty queen, she was a hardworking nurse. “Nursing isn’t for the faint hearted but Anita loved it saying it gave her purpose, all she really wanted was to help people” – Kathryn Szyszka. Martha Jabour said that “Grace’s Place” project would cost $2.8 million and is aiming for completion in September 2018, marking the 25th anniversary of the start of the Homicide Victims’ Support Group. Martha also mentioned that “Grace’s Place” would be the very first Centre in the world that is dedicated to giving those who are directly affected from homicide a safe and secure refuge. “We want the children affected to come back to life” – Martha Jabour. The night was drawn to a close with silent auctions, a raffle and even a comedian /ventriloquist by the name of Darren Carr who ended the night on happy note, leaving everyone with smile on their face. To top that off Simon Bouda then rounded out the night by donating an extra $7000 from his team at Ride For Justice.
(Simon Bouda)
Proceeds from the Anita Cobby Memorial Charity Dinner will help to build Grace’s Place.
Funds continue to rise with donations still coming in for Grace’s Place. Great feedback has come across all mediums, from Channels 9, 7 and ABC doing live coverage on the night with further stories extending to millions of viewers around Australia, social media stories on Facebook and various websites continue to reach hundreds of thousands of people, spreading the word and the memory of Anita Cobby and Grace’s Place. Donations can still be made by calling 1800 191 777 or emailing info@hvsg.org.au On behalf of the Board of Directors, Managers and Staff we would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to Gary Raymond and his team, all the detectives that were on the case, all the special guests, to all the sponsors and to everyone who made this night what it was. It was truly a unforgettable night, in loving memory of Anita Cobby.
May her light shine forever.
Grace’s Place will offer a safe and secure refuge with professional counsellors on site supporting those le" behind, especially children, through devastation and grief. The facility will be operated by the Homicide Victims’ Support Group (Aust) Inc. (Artist Impression of Grace’s Place)
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A HEALTHIER BLACKTOWN... Definition Health Club has been established for over 18 years, has over 1,000 financial members and is located within the Blacktown Workers Club. In recent years Definitions Health Club has redefined itself to work and fit into today’s modern world, keeping the best interests of the local community as its priority. In 2011 Andrew Zorzit became an accredited Exercise Physiologist. What is that you ask?... it means that Andrew can deliver treatment and work one on one to create personalised programmes to improve and maintain the fitness and wellbeing of Definitions members and guests. That includes working and preventing people with diabetes.
Did you know that Diabetes is growing, in fact 280 Australians develop diabetes every day? That’s 1 person every 5 minutes…
In 2013 Mr Zorzit commenced Diabetes Care Blacktown – the clinic name contained within Definition Health Club is to better promote and focus on diabetes care and management. Support and treatment for Diabetes and other chronic conditions is provided through key main Medicare-funded pathways: 1. Group Sessions for Type 2 Diabetes conducted by Allied Health. 2. Individual consultations through The Enhanced Primary Care Plan. Both are referred by the patient’s GP. The program is available every month, with new courses starting at the beginning of the month. The course is bulk billed, with a free monitor given to those that need it. The course features 4 x 2 hour sessions, with each session starting on a new topic: Session 1 – Introduction to Diabetes Session 2 – Diabetes and Exercise Session 3 – Diabetes and Nutrition, part 1 Session 4 – Diabetes and Nutrition, part 2. Monitoring Results and Feedback Each session will have structure and supervised physical activity within Definitions Health Club. For more information on the course and what Definitions can do to help improve your wellbeing, please contact Definitions on: P (02) 9830 0677 or visit www.facebook.com/definitiongymblacktown Level 2 55 Campbell Street, Blacktown 2148
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April entertainment
folies bergere to caesars palace SATURDAY 02 APRIL 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50
SATURDAY 09 APRIL 8.00PM MEMBERS $15.00 | VISITORS $20.00
Legends of Swing
SATURDAY 16 APRIL 8.00PM MEMBERS $8.00 | VISITORS $12.00
SATURDAY 23 APRIL 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50
SATURDAY 30 APRIL 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50
ALL SHOWS ARE OVER 18 EVENTS UNLESS SPECIFIED. TICKETS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ONLINE AT WWW.WORKERSCLUB.COM.AU, AT OUR WELCOME DESK OR BY CALLING 9830 0600
May entertainment
BEST SO FAR
MARK VINCENT SATURDAY 07 MAY 8.00PM MEMBERS $35.00 | VISITORS $40.00
SATURDAY 14 MAY 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50
SATURDAY 21 MAY 8.00PM MEMBERS $10.00 | VISITORS $15.00
SATURDAY 28 MAY 8.00PM MEMBERS $30.00 | VISITORS $35.00
ALL SHOWS ARE OVER 18 EVENTS UNLESS SPECIFIED. TICKETS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ONLINE AT WWW.WORKERSCLUB.COM.AU, AT OUR WELCOME DESK OR BY CALLING 9830 0600
June entertainment
SATURDAY 04 JUNE 8.00PM MEMBERS $8.00 | VISITORS $12.00
book early
Perfect gift this Mothers Day! SATURDAY 11 JUNE 8.00PM TICKETS $55.00 EACH
RHYTHM OF POLYNESIA SATURDAY 25 JUNE 8.00PM MEMBERS $7.50 | VISITORS $10.50
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ALL SHOWS ARE OVER 18 EVENTS UNLESS SPECIFIED. TICKETS AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE ONLINE AT WWW.WORKERSCLUB.COM.AU, AT OUR WELCOME DESK OR BY CALLING 9830 0600
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11am Super Shoppers Bingo 7pm Quizzame
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11am & 7.30pm Shoppers Bingo 6pm Pro Series Poker
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8pm FOLIES BERGERE TO CAESARS PALACE 8.30pm FREE ENT FRANKY VALENTYN DUO
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Sat 2nd Franky Valentyn Duo
Sat 7th Chris Drummond Duo
Sat 4th Soundbird
Sat 9th Chris Drummond Duo
Sat 14th Franky Valentyn Duo
Sat 11th Chris Drummond Duo
Sat 16th Matchbox Band
Sat 21st Kafekool
Sat 18th Franky Valentyn Duo
Sat 23rd Chris Drummond Duo
Sat 28th Take Two
Sat 25th Kafekool
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from 9.00pm
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Sat 9th The Frocks
Sat 7th Jellybean Jam
Sat 18th The Frocks
Sat 23rd The Bandits
Sat 14th The Frocks
from 8.30pm
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Fri 8th The Bandits
Fri 27th The Frocks
Sat 30th Kafekool
from 8.30pm Fri 10th The Frocks
Fri 22nd The Frocks Free entertainment is subject to change without notice.
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PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM
WORKERS BLACKTOWN 55 CAMPBELL STREET BLACKTOWN 2148 9830 0600 ext 2011
WORKERS SPORTS 170 RESERVOIR ROAD BLACKTOWN 2148 8822 2444 ext 4007
If you would like to join the Workers Club Groups Partnership Program please contact the Marketing dept on 9830 0600
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SPORTING BODIES REPORTS
HUBERTUS MODEL BOAT CLUB The Workers Hubertus Model Boat Club is a group of people who enjoy operating Radio Control Model Boats. We operate most Sundays between 10 am and 4 pm.
- Find out about how to start running a model boat. - Get advice on all aspects of Radio Control Model Boats. We will be having a boat show on Sat/Sun 9th & 10th of April. There will be a wide variety of Model Boats exhibited as well as some other models. Come and see boats in action on the lake. Entry $5.00 Single, $10.00 for a family (Proceeds go to charity) We are located at the Workers Hubertus Country Club, 205 Adams Road, Luddenham.
DEEP SEA FISHING CLUB “Fisho of the Year” for 2015 was Vince Abella with 29.3kgs, 2nd place Emanuel Schembri 28.4kgs and 3rd Rocco Aquilina 26.6kgs. Total fish caught for year was 335.3kgs. Presentation evening 5 March 2016. The yearly fishing competition with Blacktown Sportsman’s Hotel was undertaken on 24 Jan 2016 and we are thrilled to announce that Blacktown Workers Fishing Club won by 2kgs. January’s fishing trip was won by John Attard with 7.1kgs fish. Members of Blacktown Workers Club are welcome to join our Fishing Club, should you require further information please contact Colin Gardiner on 0414356181. We met every Friday at 4.30pm to 6.00pm downstairs in the Jack McNamara Lounge where we conduct a weekly seafood raffle. Come along wet a line for some great fishing. Colin Gardiner.
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For further information contact the Club Secretary, John Gale, on 0408 119 524 or whmbc.secretary@gmail.com
SMALL BOAT & RECREATION CLUB With Autumn comes a welcomed cooling in temperatures the warmer ocean currents start to recede & with it the pelagic fish species. But there are still plenty of fish on offer & lots to do in our club. Activities include Wyangala Dam & Greenwell Point family trips and a Fishing tournament down at Sussex Inlet, then back home to get ready for Xmas in July. So come along & join us, New Members are always welcome. Meetings are held at 7.30pm on the third Monday of every month at the Blacktown Workers; just ask at the Welcome Desk which room we are in. Or email smallboats@optusnet.com.au Darren McIntosh Club Secretary Small Boat & Recreation Club Inc
WOMEN’S BOWLING CLUB
SOCCER CLUB
We have started back at bowls for 2016 and have already finished the Major Singles with Linda McHenery coming out winner and Glenda Colvin Runner-up.
Welcome to Season 2016! At this point we would like to welcome back all our players and parents from last season and a big welcome to the new players and their families. Whilst the finals are played in September – the hard work really starts in the first quarter with registration and preparation for the start of the season in April. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us.
See our website www.workersfc.com.au for contact details! We hope you all have a fantastic year and enjoy Season 2016 Regards Brett
MEN’S BOWLING CLUB
Congratulations go to Kevin Furness for being our Clubman of 2015. (Glenda on right and Linda on left)
The Pairs championships are into the finals with Beverley Lloyd and Jackie Henson to play Linda McHenery and Janet Hely, good luck to both teams. On Friday February 26th we had a mixed fours carnival sponsored by the Blacktown Workers Club. In March we started our pennants for 2016 we have three teams entered grades 1, 2 and 3 we wish the girls all good luck and good bowling. On Friday the 29th April we have a District Triples Carnival at our club. Publicity Officer Audrey Schultz
It was good to see lots of our members turning up for coloured shirt day with lunch afterwards. Special thanks go to Tony Cini who cooked lunch for the members. Morris Luckwell played in the State Triples, but losed in the last game. On 5th & 6th of February 2016 we had our first lot of pennant trial games and we start our pennants on the 12.3.16. We would like to welcome the new members to our bowling club. Publicity Officer Ron Schultz Anyone wishing to play Barefoot Bowls contact Jim May 0418436777
MENS GOLF CLUB We have commenced another year with a good turn out and a few new members. In our first three months we have played at Richmond, Windsor, Lynwood, Rosnay, Antill Park, and Penrith. The first trophy for the year is currently underway, the Cock of the Walk, with the final to be held at Penrith on 20 March. Coming up in the next three months will be the following events: •Neale Vaughan Trophy •George Owler Trophy •Merv Pell – interclub challenge The 2015 Presentation night was held on 27 February, it was well attended and everyone enjoyed themselves. Winners of Single Championships for 2015 were: A Grade: Shaun Fulton B Grade: Geoff Bell C Grade: John Knudsen Snr Congratulations are extended to all other major trophy winners for 2015. For any membership or general enquiries please contact John Grayling on 0415 803 617. Yours in Golf Bill Wakim Publicity Officer
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Thank you for your wonderful support of The Children’s Hospital at Westmead. Your generous contribution to our hospital will enable us to continue to provide the best possible care to sick children and their families. Your support is vital in enabling the Hospital to continue to conduct vital research, purchase much needed equipment, discover better treatment options and care for children and their families in hospital. Mark Stewart - Head of Fundraising Westmead Children’s Hospital
I am writing this letter on behalf of the Woman’s Actives and Self Help House to acknowledge the donation of Christmas Lolly-bags provided to us for our clients. We handed out the lollies to the children involved in all of our programs and they received them with much joy. We appreciate your donation and your continued support. Nicolle Lewis - Team Leader Wash House Inc.
I am writing to thank you for your Club’s generous donation of $10,000 through 2015. Your generosity and support of the Men Of League is appreciated and through your continued support, we can continue the assistance for all those in our rugby league community who have fallen on difficult times. Corene Strauss - Chief Executive Officer Men Of League
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LETTERS OF THANKS
On behalf of the riders, volunteers and staff, i would like to thank you for the donation of $10,000 to our centre to assist with the running cost and maintaining the vehicles necessary for the smooth running of our program. Kerry Souter - Administrator Riding for the Disabled Association.
I would like to thank you and your Club’s board for your extremely generous donation of $22,000 towards our Youth of the Street Program in Blacktown. Your Club has been of fantastic support over the last 12 months. Father Chris Riley -Founder & Chief Executive Officer Youth of the Streets
We are writing to thank you for your donation of $20,000 for our Homes for Hero’s Service. On behalf of RSL Life Care and Homes for Hero’s, Thank you. Ron Thompson - Chief Executive Officer RSL Life Care
Thank you for your generosity this year of $10,000 which will go to the Royal Institute for the Deaf & Blind Children at North Rocks. Mary Holdsworth - Secretary Lantern Club Blacktown
WELFARE REPORT Hello members, I hope that you all had an enjoyable Easter Break with your family & friends. To those members who are in hospital we wish you a speedy recovery. If you or a family member or know of a member who is in hospital and would like me to visit them, please let me know. On behalf of the Club President & Board of Directors, Management & staff, I wish to extend our sincere sympathy to the families of the following members who have passed away since our last journal. Late Shirley Riley family Late Laurie Doolan family Late Elaine Watson family Late Robyn Strotz family Late Patricia Gooley family Late Wei Liu family Late Alan Hogarth family Late Fairouz Farag family Late Dikran Ohanessian family Late John Collins family Late Wilfred Hoger family Late Joyce Azzopardi family Late Marcia Whiteman family Late Faye Williams family Late Maureen Eyles family Late Rodney Boatswain family Late Andrew Steyn family Late Robert C Selby family Late Lillian Hermab family Late Ray Anderson family Late Edward Fitness family Late Joyce Phillips family Late George Paloumis family Late Robert Ramsay family Late Malcolm Cook family Late Richard Sulikowski family Late David Milsom family
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Late Craig Redgrave family Late Philomena Filippi family Late Barry Sheather family Late Franco Fuccenecco family Late Douglas Hope family Late Joan Dean family Late Andre Lesch family Late Leslie Pearce family Late Kevin Croker family Late Steven Shields family Late Joseph Naylor family Late Alberto Rambaldini family Late Donald Rogers family Late Sylvia Wilson family Late John Bowers family Late Elaine Wilson family Late Joe Weston family Late John Kapinski family Late Laurel Brophy family Late Eileen Poullos family Late Graham Sweeney family Late Garry Shepherd family Late Ram Dayal family Late Ruth Fotheringham family Late Leslie Stoneman family Late John Mudge family Late Margaret Dwyer family Late Michelle Bishop family
Late Frank Byers family Late Kevin Browne family Late Barry Russell family Late Mary Diener family Late Emanuel Mifsud family Late Lawrence Sultana family Late Rose Farrugia family Late Barbara Worrell family Late Keith McDonald family Late Raymond Gosling family Late Carol Hughes family Late Charles Collins family Late Graeme Shakespeare family Late Lindsay Williams family Late Leopold Benkovic family Late Emil Pantner family Late Colin Russell family Late Barbara Bayly family Late Olive Robinson family Late Elizabeth Rawson family Late Dorothy Steele family Late Stanley Coldrick family Late Donald Davis family Late Oliver Steer family
Yours Faithfully,
Harold Becler
DIRECTORY WORKERS BLACKTOWN 55 Campbell Street Blacktown 2148 P 02 9830 0600 F 02 9830 0633 Trading Hours Sunday - Thursday 9am - 3am Friday - Saturday 9am - 4am
WORKERS SPORTS 170 Reservoir Road Blacktown 2148 P 02 882 24444 F 02 8822 2488 Trading Hours Sunday - Thursday 10am - 3am Friday - Saturday 10am - 4am
Marks Hair Care Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm Saturday 8am - Noon
Marks Hair Care Thursday - Friday 10am - 6pm Saturday 9am - 1pm
Definition Health Club Monday - Friday 6am - 9pm Saturday 9am - 6pm Sunday 9am - 1pm Impressions Sunday - Thursday 9am - 10pm Friday - Saturday 9am - 12.30am Hot Food Between 3pm - 5pm Hot Selection Monday - Thursday 11am - 9pm Friday - Saturday 11am - 10pm Sunday 12pm - 8pm Pizza Monday - Thursday 12pm - 10pm Friday - Saturday 12pm - 11pm Sunday 12pm - 9pm Cucina Locale Trading Hours Wednesday - Sunday Lunch 11.30am - 2.30pm Dinner 5pm - 11pm
SPORTING CONTACTS Baseball Jnr
Nicole 0417 048 193
Baseball Womans
Nick 0414 417 605
Baseball Mens
Nigel 0403 026 753
Billiards & Snooker
Garry 0439 729 183
Cricket Jnr & Snr
Roslyn 0402 565 325
Darts
Mary 0406 805 093
Euchre
Ann 0410 312 687
Fishing
John 0415 503 617
Sports Cafe Sunday - Thursday 11am - 10pm Friday - Saturday 11am - 12.30am
Golf Men’s
Colin 0401 042 996
Golf Ladies
Marie 9622 3032
Indoor Bowls
Sylvia 0402 810 955
Grange Buffet Lunch 11.45am - 2.15pm Sunday - Thursday 5.30pm - 9pm Friday - Saturday 5.30pm - 9.30pm
Intra Club Sports
Trent 0411 965 466
Netball
Koputoroa 0403 644 244
Outdoor Bowls Men’s
Jim 0418 436 777
WORKERS HUBERTUS 205 Adams Road Luddenham 2745 P 02 4773 4444 Monday - Tuesday Closed Wed, Thur & Sunday 11am - 10pm Friday & Saturday 11am - 11pm
Over 60’S Social Bowls Lyn 0421 510 635
Westview Restaurant Monday - Tuesday Closed Lunch Wednesday - Sunday 12pm -2.30pm Dinner Wednesday -Sunday 5.30pm -9.30pm Friday & Saturday 5.30pm - 9.30pm
Outdoor Bowls Ladies Jackie0414 248 513 Rugby League
Steve 9625 9711
Small Boats
Darren 0410 012 647
Softball
Debra 0451 108 971
Soccer
Brett 0409 681 317
Tennis
Ros 9621 1341
Table Tennis
Scott 0416 801 661
Travel Club
Yvonne 0421 590 457
Workers Hubertus Model Boat Club
John 0408 119 524
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Tingha Palace Monday - Closed Lunch Tuesday - Sunday 12pm - 2.30pm Dinner Tue, Thur & Sun 5.30pm - 9.30pm Friday & Saturday 5.30pm - 10pm Bungarribee Buffet Lunch 11.45am - 2.15pm Sunday - Thursday 5.30pm - 9pm Friday - Saturday 5.30pm - 9.30pm Non-Smoking Policy In accordance with regulations gazetted by the NSW Government, the Board of the Workers Club Group has determined that smoking will only be permitted in certain areas of the Club. For more information visit www.workersclub.com.au The Responsible Service of Alcohol Responsible Service of Alcohol is vital for legal, health and community reasons. Blacktown Workers Club Group Ltd. has adopted strategies for the Responsible Service of Alcohol. Further information and a list of our policies can be found on our website. The Responsible Conduct of Gaming Blacktown Workers Club Group in the best interest of its members, guests and community, promotes The Responsible Conduct of Gaming. Blacktown Workers Club Group is committed to responsible gaming. We urge all customers to bet carefully, set yourself a limit and never borrow money to gamble. If you stick to these basic rules, gambling will remain an enjoyable activity. See website for more information. Club Dress Rules To maintain the high standard enjoyed in our Club we request the Dress Rules be abided by. Our dress regulations are displayed in the Club entrance and can also be found on our website. Courtesy Bus Commences from 5pm. See doorman for bookings and Club Rules and Regulations that apply on the bus. Visit www.workersclub.com.au for further information on Cashing of Cheques, Change of Address, Entertainment, Membership Cards and Membership Renewals.
If gambling is creating a problem in your life help is available. Contact the 24 hour free confidential counselling service on 1800 BETSAFE (1800 238 7233). Player activity statements are available on request.
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