The Burst March - May 2021

The Burst www.kingsgroversl.com.au

MARCH - MAY 2021

Membership Promotion 7 St Patricks Day

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Easter Raffles

12-13

Anzac Day

16-17

Mother’s Day

8 Brocklehurst Lane, Kingsgrove

25-27

(02) 9336 1500

info@kingsrsl.com.au

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PRESIDENTS REPORT

BOARD OF

DIRECTORS

Welcome to the first edition of the Burst for 2021, and the hope that this year will be better than 2020 with the COVID-19 vaccine being rolled out and the whole country to be immunized against this dreadful virus that has caused havoc right round the world including so many of our members and their families. One other bright spot is the weather and the arrival of the rain and hoping that the drought has broken, hopefully this weather pattern will continue for some time to give our farmers a decent chance to recover.

I mentioned previously that the Club made an application to the Bayside Council to build a deck attached to the current veranda and a children’s playground area close to the Club but unfortunately our application has been knocked back, however Board and Management are exploring various other opportunities to enhance the Club.

Alan Barnes OAM PRESIDENT

I am very pleased to report that the Club has traded strongly, not with-standing the three (3) months the Club was closed, posting a net profit before tax of $1.35 million for the year. This is an excellent result but we must acknowledge the Governments Job Keeper program that did assist the Club greatly during the lockdown and the following three months however, it must be said that since the Club has reopened and with the great support of our members, we have finished the year in a strong financial position which will enable the Club to make the improvements that are part of the Club's strategic plan. My thanks to you the members for your continued patronage and support.

The Clubs two popular food areas Rations Café Dining and the new Taja Restaurant are providing great meals at real value for money especially with their advertised lunch and dinner specials, come along and try the food you will not be disappointed.

Tas Aronis SNR VICE PRESIDENT

Ryan Asplet DIRECTOR

Heather Shepherd VICE PRESIDENT

Michael Bougoukas DIRECTOR

Bruce Geerin DIRECTOR

There are no Club Elections this year however the Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held at 7.00pm on Tuesday 30th March, we encourage members to attend as this is an opportunity to tell the Board and Management what changes you would like to see at the Club.

As this is the first issue of the Burst for the year, I will take the opportunity to thank the Board Members for their input, it was a busy year given all the challenges that the Club has faced and all the changes that were needed to be made at short notice, the Board has also been setting up strategies that will guide the Club to an exciting future.

Special thanks to Chief Executive Officer Ian Todd, the Management team and the staff for all their hard work during 2021, they did a tremendous job, not only did they have to close down the Club at very short notice, then maintain the Club during shutdown but they then reopened the Club on day one and ensured the Clubs comprehensive COVID-19 safety plan was followed by the staff and patrons, this ensured our members and their guests were able to enjoy the facilities at the Club in a safe environment.

The Sub-Branch, Women’s Auxiliary and the Kingsgrove RSL Community Group continued to do a great job in looking after their members and the Community despite all the difficulties they encountered due to the COVID-19 virus.

Joe Grima DIRECTOR

Matt Ruru DIRECTOR

BURST EDITOR: DEBBIE HARRIS

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Ian Todd CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

On behalf of the Board of Directors I thank you for your continued support of this great Club. The Club's success is your’s, I look forward to seeing you at your Club in the near future.

“All progress stems from change however all changes are not necessarily progress.”

Alan R. Barnes OAM JP President

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S REPORT It is with pleasure that I present to the members the Financial Report for year ending 31st December 2020, with a net profit before tax of $1,351,306. This is a very pleasing result considering the closure of the Club for ten weeks during the year and the Covid-19 restrictions under which the Club had to operate for almost 10 months.

The income for the year decreased by $816,600 (7%) however the expenses were reduced by $1,628,896 (17%) due to the closure of the Club and the restricted trading conditions.

During the year, the Club received government subsidies of $901,000 in JobKeeper payments for the employees and cashflow stimulus payments. This enabled the Club to retain all our employees during the pandemic.

The Club then introduced additional shifts to the staff to maintain the Club during the shutdown period and to ensure we were a Covid Safe venue when we reopened. This resulted in additional payments for employee wages totalling $292,161.

There were supplementary costs for the reopening of the Club and for the introduction and maintenance of the ongoing Covid Safe features implemented by the Club, this will continue so as to ensure the safety of our members and employees.

The Club has continued our strategies of the depreciating of property, plant and equipment with a non-cash expense of $1.2M and reducing of the Club’s borrowings by $2M to $1.3M, a reduction of 60%. The Club also increased our investments to $1M, an increase of 55%.

Overall, the Club is in a very strong financial position with Total Equity of $23.3M. A copy of the Club’s Financial Report for 2020 containing the Directors’ Report and The Auditor’s report is available on the Club website.

During the year the Board of Directors resolved to forgo the membership subscriptions for 2020, providing all members with an additional year on their membership. With this the Club’s membership achieved good growth of 12.4% and now stands at; Financial Members Life Members Associate Members Total Membership

8,708 4 57 8,766

restrictions. This is preventing the Club implementing some of our usual events and promotions. It is the Board of Directors and managements objective to soon recommence some new and some of our old promotions and events, whilst ensuring our members safety and Covid compliance.

This year will see a modified Anzac Day event but we hope that you can join us in our “Respect the Day” campaign and visit the Club to commemorate Anzac Day, as it is such a special day in our calendar. So be sure to check out the program on pages 16 & 17 to see all the activities for the day.

Be sure to check the pages of this Burst and our website for some new promotions like our Wednesday night bingo, and weekly specials at Rations Dining and Taja Restaurant.

During the Covid-19 Pandemic, all members received an additional year added to their membership for 2020, whether or not it was a single or multiyear membership. Now that we are into 2021 some members are due to renew their membership and this could be unclear for some as their membership card, if you haven’t visited the Club lately, will read the incorrect year. Please contact Club reception to find out if you are due to renew for the 2021 year. In doing so please read the 2021 membership promotion on page 7 which could see you win $10,000 cash.

My thanks to the President Alan Barnes and the Board of Directors for their contribution and support in a very disruptive year that saw the Board meetings having to be held by video link and daily reporting of the ever-changing Covid restrictions.

I acknowledge the tremendous effort of my management team lead by Chief Operating Officer Debbie Harris throughout the Club closure and reopening. To our Head Chef Karl Bonwick and his team, along with all our friendly staff who ably assisted in the implementation of all our Covid safety features to ensure our members and staff were safe.

In closing 2020 was a year of firsts for many reasons, having been the first time the Club has had to close its doors in its almost 70year history and the first time our Annual General meeting had to be rescheduled. But I am most proud of how you, our members, supported the Club by continually obeying our Covid Safe procedures and revisiting your Club when we reopened.

Thank you.

Ian Todd ACCM CEO

Happy Easter From the President and Directors of Kingsgrove RSL Club Ltd, & the President and Committee of the Kingsgrove RSL Sub Branch.

Kingsgrove RSL Club Ltd will be open on Good Friday, Rations Dining and Taja Dining will be open for lunch & dinner.

The Club Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday 30th March 2021 at 7pm.

As we progress into 2021, we are still plagued with the uncertainty of Covid-19 and the ongoing changes in the government enforced THE BURST

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KINGSGROVE RSL CLUB LTD ABN 32 000 463 196

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting of Kingsgrove R.S.L. Club Ltd (Club) will be held on Tuesday 30 March 2021 at 7.00pm in the Diggers Lounge at the Club's premises at 4 Brocklehurst Lane Kingsgrove NSW 2208.

AGENDA 1. Confirmation of Minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on Tuesday 28th July 2020.

2. To receive and consider the Financial report, the Director's report and the Auditor's report for the financial year ending 31st December 2020, and the reports of the President and Chief Executive Officer.

3. To consider and, if thought fit, pass each of Ordinary Resolutions 1 to 4 to approve honoraria and benefits for the Board and other members.

4. To consider and, if thought fit, pass the Life Membership resolution to elect Heather Shepherd as a Life member of the Club.

5. To consider, and if thought fit, pass each of Special Resolutions 1 and 2 to amend the Club’s Constitution.

6. To notify members of any expression of interest in an amalgamation, or any unsolicited merger offer, received by the Club from any other registered club in the previous 12 months before the Annual General Meeting (if any has been received).

SPECIAL BUSINESS - NOTICE OF RESOLUTIONS ORDINARY RESOLUTION 1: The members hereby approve the payment of the following honoraria per annum plus superannuation if applicable to the Directors in respect of services rendered to the Club: President $8,875, Vice Presidents $3,610 each, and other Directors $3,190 each, to be paid quarterly in arrears.

ORDINARY RESOLUTION 2: The members hereby approve the payment of the following honorarium plus superannuation if applicable of $690 per annum to the Sports Administrator in respect of services rendered to the Club, to be paid quarterly in arrears.

ORDINARY RESOLUTION 3: The members hereby approve reasonable expenditure by the Club with respect 4

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to the following matters up to the next Annual General Meeting of the Club: i. The cost of Director’s meals and drinks after each Board of Directors meeting. ii. Reasonable out of pocket expenses incurred by Directors either within the Club or elsewhere in relation to such duties approved by the Board of Directors. iii. Reasonable expenses associated with the supply of a Club blazer and other official apparel for each Director when representing the Club. iv. Reasonable costs of Directors attending ClubsNSW meetings and training seminars, and other association meetings and training seminars approved by the Board of Directors. v. Reasonable costs of end of year function with spouses. vi. Subsidies granted to intra-club sporting groups. vii. Presentations to members and others for services deemed by the Board of Directors to be of a benefit to the Club or community. viii. The provision of seven (7) especially reserved parking spaces in the Club car park.

ORDINARY RESOLUTION 4: That pursuant to the Registered Clubs Act 1976, the members hereby approve and agree that each Life Member of the Club be provided with Kingsgrove RSL Club Kings Reward Bonus Points to the value of $100 per Life Member for each calendar month, commencing 1 April 2021 until the next Annual General Meeting of the Club; and such points are redeemable for food and beverages in the Club only, are not transferrable to any other member and will not be cumulative but rather will expire at the end of each calendar month.

ORDINARY RESOLUTIONS EXPLANATORY NOTES • Pursuant to the Registered Clubs Act 1976 (Registered Clubs Act), honoraria and other benefits made available to the Board and other members, which are not equally available to all full members of the Club, must first be duly approved at this Annual General Meeting.

• Pursuant to the Registered Clubs Act, the members would hereby approve for the next year until the 2022 AGM, the above Ordinary Resolutions to cover expenses and benefits relating to Directors and others deriving directly or indirectly any profit, benefit or advantage not equally offered to every full member.

• The members acknowledge that the benefits in Ordinary Resolutions 1, 2, and 3 above are not available to members generally, but only to those members who are elected to the Board or those members directly involved in the specified activities.

• The members acknowledge that the benefits in Ordinary Resolution 4 above are not available to members generally, but only to those persons who have been elected as Life Members of the Club in recognition and appreciation of their status within the Club and their outstanding contributions to the Club's activities.

• To be carried each Ordinary Resolution requires a vote in favour by a simple majority of those eligible members present and voting at the meeting.

• Financial Full Club Members (who were previously Full Club Members when elected to Life Membership) are entitled to vote on each Ordinary Resolution.

• Deleting existing rule 22.6 in its entirety and replacing it with the following new rule 22.6: 22.6 A nomination of a candidate for election to the Board must meet the following requirements: (a) The candidate must be nominated in writing by 2 Full Club Members or Life Members who: i. if admitted to membership prior to the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting in 2020, have at least 3 years' continuous financial Full Club membership or Life membership of the Club at the date of nomination; or ii. if admitted to membership after the conclusion of the Annual General Meeting in 2020, have at least 5 years' continuous financial Full Club membership or Life membership of the Club at the date of nomination. (b) The nomination must be accompanied by the written consent of the candidate (which may be endorsed on the form of nomination).

LIFE MEMBERSHIP RESOLUTION: That Heather Shepherd be elected a Life Member of Kingsgrove R.S.L. Club Ltd. LIFE MEMBERSHIP RESOLUTION EXPLANATORY NOTES • Under rule 6.11 of the Club's Constitution a Financial Ordinary Member who has rendered distinguished and valued service to the Club may be elected to Life membership.

• Heather Shepherd has been a member of Kingsgrove RSL Club for over 20 years, was elected to the Board of Directors in 2009 and first held office of Director for 5 years, and is currently Vice President having held that office for the past 7 years. She is currently Sports Administrator and has held that position for the past 4 years.

• To be carried, the Life membership resolution requires a vote in favour by at least a 75% majority of those eligible members present and voting at the meeting. The Board recommends this resolution to the members.

• Financial Full Club Members and Life Members (who were previously Full Club Members when elected to Life Membership) are entitled to vote on the Life Membership Resolution.

SPECIAL RESOLUTION 1: That the Constitution of Kingsgrove R.S.L. Club Ltd be amended by:

(c) The nomination must be accompanied by a copy of the candidate's resume consisting of no more than 50 words, and, a statutory declaration by the candidate in the form approved by the Board from time to time to the effect that the candidate is: i. eligible for election to the Board and is not disqualified from acting as a Director under any law; ii. aware of and will comply with their obligations under section 191 of the Act and under the Registered Clubs Accountability Code set out in the Registered Clubs Regulation 2015 (NSW); and iii. aware of, and will comply with, their statutory and other legal obligations as a Director. (d) The duly completed nomination and other documents required under this Rule 22.6 must be delivered to the Chief Executive Officer before time of closing of nominations.

SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2: That the Constitution of Kingsgrove R.S.L. Club Ltd be amended by: • Inserting the following new rule 22.6(d): 22.6 (d) The candidate must attend a director prenomination seminar conducted by the Club THE BURST

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at a date and time specified by the Club, and provide together with the written nomination confirmation that the candidate has attended such seminar. Such requirement shall not apply to any candidate who is at the time of their nomination a current director of the Club.

• Re-numbering existing rule 22.6(d) as rule 22.6(e) SPECIAL RESOLUTION 1 EXPLANATORY NOTES • At the 2020 AGM, the Club's members passed a special resolution to amend rule 22.6 of the Constitution to reflect updated requirements for nominations of Board candidates.

• However, it was subsequently discovered that there was a formatting error which arose when converting the proposed 2020 Notice of AGM into the final design format prior to the Club issuing the Notice, meaning that there were some errors.

• Special Resolution 1 proposes to correct those errors which were accepted into the Constitution. Those corrections are summarised below: - The introductory wording in existing rule 22.6 is an error. In last year's Notice of AGM, this was actually proposed as the introductory wording in rule 22.5, but was also accidentally included in rule 22.6. Instead, the contents of existing rule 22.6(a) should actually be the introductory wording to rule 22.6.

- Special Resolution 1 now proposes to correct those errors.

- The corrected rule 22.6(a) set out in Special Resolution 1 confirms that a candidate for Board election must be nominated in writing by 2 Full Club Members or Life Members. Those persons nominating a Board candidate must themselves satisfy the requirements in sub-paragraphs (i) and (ii).

- There is also a formatting error in existing rule 22.6(c) which has been corrected by proposed new rule 22.6(c).

- No other changes have been made to existing rules 22.6(b) to 22.6(d).

SPECIAL RESOLUTION 2 EXPLANATORY NOTES • Special Resolution 2 proposes to introduce into the Constitution a requirement for all candidates to attend a mandatory pre-nomination seminar. At this seminar, the Club will provide some general information about the responsibilities of serving as 6

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a director of this Club, as well as the director's duties under the Corporations Act, Registered Clubs Act and other legislation.

• This requirement will not apply to persons who are at that time incumbent directors of the Club, as they will have current experience of serving on the Club's board.

GENERAL NOTES ON SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS: • Each Special Resolution is proposed as a Special Resolution in accordance with rule 42 of the Constitution, and to be carried, the Special Resolution requires a vote in favour by a 75% majority of those members present and voting at the meeting. Each Special Resolution must be considered separately and the substance cannot be amended by motions from the floor of the meeting.

• Financial Full Club Members and Life Members (who were previously Full Club Members when elected to Life Membership) are entitled to vote on each Special Resolution.

• A copy of the current Constitution is available to members on request from the Club's office.

Members wishing to attend must register at the AGM to verify their eligibility. Registration will open at 6:30pm on the day. Members are reminded to be in attendance in time to register before the meeting commences at 7:00pm.

BY ORDER OF THE BOARD Ian Todd Chief Executive Officer & Company Secretary Date: 16th February 2021

ATTENTION MEMBERS Notice is hereby given that the ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF MEMBERS OF THE KINGSGROVE RSL CLUB LIMITED will be held on the Club’s premises situated at Memorial Park, Brocklehurst Lane, Kingsgrove, on Tuesday 30th March 2021 at 7pm.

Notice of business and all resolutions proposed to be dealt with at the Annual General Meeting, shall be handed to the Chief Executive Officer on or before 9th March 2021 and in the case of Special Resolutions on or before 2nd March 2021.

2021 MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION

JOIN OR RENEW BY 30TH APRIL 2021 TO GO INTO THE DRAW EXISTING CLUB MEMBERS TO SWIPE THEIR MEMBERSHIP CARD AT THE REWARD CENTRE TO RECEIVE A TICKET TO ENTER (MEMBERS CAN RECEIVE 1 TICKET WEEKLY).

PROMOTION TO COMMENCE ON MONDAY 8TH MARCH 2021 SELECTION DRAW TO TAKE PLACE ON MONDAY 3RD MAY 2021 AT 6.30PM

9 MEMBERS WILL BE SELECTED TO GO THROUGH TO THE FINAL DRAW (MEMBERS WILL NOT BE REQUIRED TO BE PRESENT TO PROGRESS THROUGH TO THE FINAL DRAW AND WILL BE CONTACTED BY PHONE. MEMBERS WHO HAVE CHOSEN TO OPT OUT OF RECEIVING CORROSPONDENCE WILL NEED TO CONTACT THE CLUB BY FRIDAY 7TH MAY TO SECURE THEIR PLACE. IF NO CORROSPONDENCE HAS BEEN RECEIVED BY THIS TIME ANOTHER MEMBER WILL BE CONTACTED UNTIL ALL 9 MEMBERS HAVE BEEN SELECTED)

FINAL DRAW SUNDAY 16TH MAY 2021 FROM 3PM

SEE CLUB RECEPTION FOR PROMOTIONAL DETAILS

(WINNERS MUST BE PRESENT ON THE DAY TO CLAIM A PRIZE)

2021 MEMBERSHIP FEES ARE PAYABLE FROM THE 1ST DECEMBER 2020, AND MUST BE PAID BY 30TH APRIL 2021 TO BE ELIGIBLE TO ENTER. YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THE CLUB, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REGISTERED CLUBS ACT AND CLUBS ARTICLE OF ASSOCIATION, WILL ENFORCE THIS RULING RELATING TO THE PAYMENT OF MEMBER SUBSCRIPTIONS.

2021 MEMBERSHIP FEES CAN BE PAID AT CLUB RECEPTION. 7 DAYS A WEEK 10AM UNTIL CLOSE. THE BURST

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*MEMBERS only price (additives $1 extra for members), available only on Tuesday 17th March 2021, while stocks last at Parkside Bar. Responsible service of alcohol will be observed at all times and strictly adhered to.

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COVID SAFETY UPDATE

As the Covid-19 roller coaster ride that no one signed up for still resides in our communities, we continue to learn to live with and operate our Club with the ever-changing restrictions which have now become part of our normal everyday life.

With the “two steps forward one step back” approach to making our way out of the pandemic we are becoming accustomed to developing our routines and procedures for the short term instead of the long and basing changes on hours not weeks or months.

The introduction of wearing masks in the indoor gaming area was a difficult, however important, change to our members and guests and proved to be uncomfortable and lessen the experience for all involved. For all front-line staff, face masks were mandatory but after an 8-hour shift, staff were pleased to leave the Club and breathe some fresh air.

It must be said our staff handled the situation extremely well and their customer service did not falter.

With the masks now gone and the country holding the new Covid cases at bay, we can once again allow 1 patron in each 2sqm, which for us means we can accommodate for our loyal crowd of members and guests regularly.

The Board and management are however clearly aware that now is not the time for complacency and below we have listed the features that Kingsgrove RSL Club have implemented and are still maintaining to not only ensure the compliance with government regulation but to ensure the safety of our members and employees.

The following measures remain in place at your club: Social Distancing • • • •

Entry and exit areas at reception Floor marking at serving areas Tables and poker machines spaced by 1.5 metres Prominent displays throughout he Club which encourage physical distancing

• Alcohol wipes for cleaning gaming machines available upon request • 7 days a week Covid Cleaner designated to clean high traffic area and surfaces every 30 minutes • Prominent displays throughout he Club which encourage personnel hygiene.

• Promote cashless payments • All cutlery, crockery, condiments and cups are kept behind the counters and issued only upon request Other Measures • Appointed one or more CovidSAFE marshals at all times on every shift • Monitor the capacity of the premises in real time • Screen patrons at entry using a thermometer • Use of QR codes by smartphone or by assistance for Club staff upon entry • Provide free gloves and masks (which are currently not mandatory) • Training of staff We at Kingsgrove RSL Club endeavour to ensure the safety of our members and employees at all times and will constantly review our Covid-19 measures and implement changes as required. Please sign up to receive emails to keep updated on changing legislation and the procedures adopted by your Club.

Thank you for your support of the Club and our goal of ensuring everyone’s safety.

Ian Todd CEO

Hygiene • Alcohol-based hand sanitiser in each room of the premises THE BURST

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WE LOST A DEAR FRIEND OF KINGSGROVE Averille Johnston passed away peacefully on 10th November 2020, at age 67, after a long and hard battle with bowel cancer.

Beloved Partner of President Alan R Barnes, Mother of Matu, Julie, Jolene and Crystal. Grandmother of Kyle, Tia, Alex, Jakob, and Crystal. Friend of so many of our members.

Her funeral service was held at Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park, limited to 100 people due to COVID restrictions but was viewed worldwide as the hearts she touched spanned the earth. She was a loving person, a woman of all the ages - strong, resilient, independent, adaptable, proud, stubborn and courageous, just a few words used to describe her. Her mourners covered four generations; they came from all walks of life and represented a dozen nationalities. She was an advocate for inclusiveness, fought against bullies, and inspired kindness, fairness and accountability. Far from perfect, she strived for improvement, and her friendship helped others seek the same for themselves. Loving a cold Hahn light beer, a slap on the pokies and laughing with her jackpot friends, it stands to reason that half the attendees of the funeral service were connections she made locally at the Club.

Averille was born in Sumner, a small beachside town outside of Christchurch in New Zealand. Moving to Australia in 1989 with her family. She was always drawn to serving her community and worked many years in the public health system before dedicating her life to the care of those living with a disability.

CLUB DRESS RULES NOTICE To maintain the high standard enjoyed in our Club, we request the dress rules be abided by at all times.

The daughter of a life saver, she grew up to be a woman who ran toward danger. An advocate for women, children, parents, Veterans, the homeless, the hungry, the elderly, the disabled, immigrants, the lonely, the mentally ill and anyone else who needs a warrior on their side.

Thongs for both male and females are not permitted after 7:30pm each day. Hats can be worn on the Parkview Terrace till 6pm, Kingsgrove RSL cares about protecting your skin from Australia’s harsh Sun.

In 2005 Averille moved to Kingsgrove with work, but after many moves, she made Kingsgrove her home. She loved the people of Kingsgrove, even finding true love with Alan Barnes. Even at the end of her life, she stood strong, and her children will carry her flame. We will miss Averille very much and especially her contagious smile and laugh.

Appearance must be clean, neat and tidy at all times, obscene or offence language on clothing will not be tolerated at any time.

See reception for full dress rules.

Burst Editor

END OF DAY LIGHT SAVINGS NOTICE Don’t forget to change your clocks back an hour on Sunday, 4th April at 3:00AM, to 2:00AM. THE BURST

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GIANT Raffle

FRIDAY 26TH MARCH TICKETS ON SALE FROM 4:30PM EASTER EGGS AND HAMPERS WILL BE ON DISPLAY FROM MONDAY THE 15TH MARCH AT CLUB RECEPTION.

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FILL THE FRIDGE

MEGA SEAFOOD RAFFLE T H U R S D AY 1 S T A P R I L

TICKETS ON SALE FROM 4:30PM

R A F F L E S TA R T S AT 5:30PM TO WIN AN ASSORTMENT OF S E A F O O D T R AY S F O R E A S T E R THE BURST

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ROAST LAMB WITH POMEGRANATE GLAZE Take your roast lamb game to the next level.

SERVES

12

PREP TIME

1HR

COOK TIME

2HR

INGREDIENTS 8 DIFFICULTY

Easy

INGREDIENTS

METHOD STEP 1 Using a sharp knife, score the top of the lamb legs at 1cm intervals.

Combine 2 tbs oil, oregano and 1 tsp each salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper in a bowl. Rub oregano mixture over lamb and set aside for 1 hour to come to room temperature.

STEP 2 Preheat the oven to 200°C. STEP 3 Place garlic bulbs on a piece of foil, drizzle with 2 tbs oil and wrap to enclose.

STEP 4 To tear pomegranates, make a small cut in each with a sharp knife and tear apart from the cut. Juice half a pomegranate and place in a bowl with pomegranate molasses and sumac. Set aside with remaining pomegranate until needed.

STEP 5 Heat remaining 45ml oil in large, flameproof, heavy-based roasting pan and, working with 1 lamb leg at a time, cook, turning, for 10 minutes or until brown all over. Set aside and repeat with remaining leg.

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2 x 4kg lamb legs 1/2 cup (125ml) olive oil 1 tbs dried oregano 3 garlic bulbs 3 small pomegranates 1 cup (250ml) pomegranate molasses 1 tbs sumac 12 Asian eschalots (red) or red onion, peeled

By Samantha Coutts (DELICIOUS. TEAM) https://www.delicious.com.au/recipes/roast-lamb-pomegranateglaze/4WjFhnMV?r=recipes/collections/to7el84q

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STEP 6 Return both legs to roasting pan and top with eschalots. Add garlic and roast for 45 minutes. Remove lamb from oven and pour over pomegranate mixture. Add remaining pomegranate halves to pan, return to oven and roast for a further 30 minutes or until garlic is soft and a meat thermometer inserted into the centre of a leg reaches 54°C for medium-rare.

STEP 7 Rest lamb, loosely covered with foil, for 10 minutes, then serve with roasted eschalots, pomegranates and garlic.

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CALL CLUB RECEPTION ON 02 9336 1500 TO BOOK A TABLE at RATIONS DINING (Bookings subject to Government Regulations and Restrictions) THE BURST

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ANZAC DAY SUN 25TH APR

ANZAC DAY DAWN SERVICE

CLUB PROGRAMME

Due to Covid-19 restrictions the City March is by invitation only and Kingsgrove RSL Club will no longer have a bus timetable to transport members and guests into George Street for the Anzac Day Dawn service.

7:00AM Service in Memorial Park 8:00AM Club opens for Breakfast: ExService Personnel to be served in the Diggers Lounge All other guests to be served in the Club and adjacent marquee 9:00AM Club open for Members and ExService Personnel Only 12 NOON Rations Dining opens for lunch 12 NOON Two Up Commences 1:00PM Club opens to visitors 4:00PM LIVE music by Boy Meets Girl Duo till 8pm 5:30PM Rations Dining open for dinner

SUB BRANCH PROGRAMME Kingsgrove RSL Club will also not be conducting the march from Shaw Street to Memorial park at 6.45am. The service will commence in Memorial park in front of the Club at 7am.

Kingsgrove RSL Club will observe all guidelines and restrictions associated with Covid-19 for our 2021 Anzac Day service to ensure the safety of our members, guest and staff. Details in this programme may change at any time, please check our website for any updates.

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WHAT’S ON

WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & FRIDAY BINGO 11AM – 1:20PM

Poker j 7:30pm, Thursday Night

LUNCH BREAK 12 NOON – 1PM

$1,000 Guaranteed Prize Pool

FREE BINGO TO ALL MEMBERS (limit one free book per member, per day).

Additional books $2, ½ books $1.

Multiple books allowed. Non-members $2 per book.

$7.00 Buy in

IN THE RATIONS LOUNGE Every Thursday Free entry | Register from 7:30pm

Great Prizes to be won!

MAKE USE OF OUR SUPERVISED

RIGHT HERE aT YOUR CLUB!

OPEN FRIDAY & SATURDAY NIGHTS WITH TWO SESSION TIMES: 5.30PM - 7:30PM & 7:30PM - 9:30PM

NUMBERS ARE LIMITED COST: $3 MEMBERS & $6 NON-MEMBERS Advance bookings are essential

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TICKETS ON SALE FROM 4:30PM

DRAW STARTS FROM 5:30PM Assorted MEAT & PRAWN Trays to be won, 1st Friday of every Month.

Every

FRIDAY

Assorted MEAT Trays to be won every Friday.

T R E U S O C Bus Y

4:30PM - 12:00AM Every Friday & Saturday

3:30PM - 11:00PM Every Sunday

See Club Reception for more details or call (02) 9336 1500 to book your pick-up and drop-off.

WEEKLY ACTIVITES MONDAY 10AM 4:30PM - 6:30PM

TUESDAY 4:30PM - 6:30PM

WEDNESDAY BINGO 11AM - 1:20PM (1HR Lunch Break) HAPPY HOUR 4:30PM - 6:30PM BINGO BASH 7PM – 9:30PM

THURSDAY

BINGO

BASH

BINGO 11AM - 1:20PM (1HR Lunch Break) HAPPY HOUR 4:30PM - 6:30PM POKER 7:30PM TRIVIA 7:30PM

S TA R T I N G

WEDNESDAY

FRIDAY BINGO 11AM - 1:20PM (1HR Lunch Break) FILL THE FRIDGE Tickets from 4:30PM KIDS CLUB 5:30 - 9:30PM COURTESY BUS 4:30PM – 12:00AM DARTS CLUB 7:30PM

5:30 - 9:30PM 4:30PM – 12:00AM

SUNDAY HAPPY HOUR COURTESY BUS

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20 GAMES $10 PER BOOK TO PLAY

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4x4x4 $4 BEERS 4 HRS A DAY 4 DAYS A WEEK Monday to Thursday 3–7pm Conditions Apply. Available only to Kingsgrove RSL Club Members. $4 Schooners (selection list at Parkside bar) available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday Evenings, 3:00pm – 7:00pm.

Responsible service of alcohol will be observed at all times and strictly adhered to. 4x4x4 promotion is subject to stock availability and at management discretion.

NRL FOOTY TIPPING IS BACK See Club reception for details on how to enter.

WITH $1000 IN CASH PRIZES TO BE WON!

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NRL GAMES

LIVE AT THE CLUB

Kingsgrove RSL is the best place to watch every minute of the 2021 NRL Season LIVE ON THE BIG SCREEN!

AUTUMN MENU COMING SOON to

RATIONS DINING CALL CLUB RECEPTION ON 02 9336 1500 TO BOOK A TABLE AT RATIONS DINING (Bookings subject to Government Regulations & Restrictions)

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T&C’s Apply. Limited to one FREE schooner of House Beer or a Glass of House Wine per person, per day with the purchase of a Rations Dining main meal. Only available Monday – Friday from 12noon till 3pm. Promotion subject to change without notice and at the discretion of management. *Responsible service of alcohol will be observed at all time and strictly adhered to.

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MARCH

Monthly Drinikals Spec

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GL ASS $6 .00 (MEMBE R S)

RESPONSIBLE SERVICE OF ALCOHOL WILL BE OBSERVED AT ALL TIMES AND STRICTLY ADHERED TO.

COMMEMORATIVE SERVICE & LUNCHEON SUNDAY 2ND MAY 10:45AM FOR A CORAL SEA DAY SERVICE AT 11AM LUNCHEON 12PM - 3:30PM 22

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MR ALAN BARNES RECEIVES THE MEDAL OF THE ORDER OF AUSTRALIA On Tuesday 24th November 2020, at Government House Sydney Kingsgrove RSL Club President Mr Alan Barnes received the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM), at the Queen's Birthday Investiture Ceremonies hosted by Her Excellency the Honourable Margaret Beazley AC QC, at Government House.

“I am a Life Member and have been President of the Sub-Branch since 1998, and what I do is very worthwhile but I certainly don’t do it for any recognition. “A lot of other people make everything happen so it was a nice surprise.”

The Homes for Heroes program supporter and Bardwell Park resident has held a number of roles for the RSL, including secretary, vice-president, delegate and advisory committee member as well as holding offices with the Far Southern Metropolitan District Council (NSW), Returned Services League of Australia.

Mr Barnes stated, “The volunteer work keeps me busy and I enjoy helping people; that’s what it is all about".

Twice a year the Governor holds Investiture Ceremonies involving the presentation of honours and awards to citizens of the State of New South Wales included on the Australia Day and Queen’s Birthday Honours lists.

Recipients are principally invested with awards under the Order of Australia, but there are also a number of Meritorious Service Awards and Bravery Decorations.

Thrilled with the honour, Mr Barnes said: “I had to grow up in a hurry after I was conscripted to fight in Vietnam with the Ninth Battalion at age 22 in 1968-69.

APPLY FOR YOUR DINING

VOUCHERS AND USE IT HERE AT YOUR CLUB! Every NSW resident aged 18+ will be eligible for 4x $25 vouchers worth $100 in total. You must have a MyServiceNSW account to access your vouchers.

Kingsgrove RSL Club is registered COVID-Safe venue and will soon be able to accept these vouchers at Rations Dining & Taja Dining.

Download the ServiceNSW app now and register for a MyServiceNSW account ahead of the vouchers becoming available. Visit www.nsw.gov. au/covid-19/dine-and-discover-nsw for more details and for the terms and condition on the use of the vouchers.

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Mother’s Day Breakfast SUNDAY 9TH MAY F RO M 8:30 A M

All mothers will receive a complimentary glass of sparkling and a $10 voucher towards their meal.

SEE SPECIALS BOARD FOR MENU AND PRICES Bookings Essential.

Call club reception on 02 9336 1500 to make a booking.

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THE TODAY SHOW INTRODUCES FUTURISTIC GADGETS TO KINGSGROVE RSL CLUB On Thursday 18th February 2021 Kingsgrove RSL Club was excited to get a visit from Sarah Stewart and the film crew from the Today show looking for the right kind of people to experience first hand some innovative new mobile phones and screen viewing devices that are sure to change our viewing habits forever.

When looking for part of the community that has witnessed the most changes in technology, it would be safe to say our seniors have seen more than most. From black and white television to colour TV’s, from encyclopedias to the internet, who better to road test the gadgets of the future.

Products that are normally reserved for international trade shows were on display for our members and they were given free rein to experience firsthand some of the amazing gadgets. The products included TLC’s new glasses launching later this year, Oppo’s rollable smart phone which is still a prototype and Samsung’s latest

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foldable phone.

The glasses from TLC are controlled by a smart phone, and for the users its like watching a 140-inch screen tv anywhere anytime. Oppo call its self an innovation leader with the smart phone that expands to become a tablet size device which is still a concept design but looking to be available in a few years and the Samsung foldable phone is proving very popular with 5 times more people in Australia opting for the larger foldable devices.

Although many members clearly told the Today show that they are not fans of the new fast paced technology on offer, these products were easy to use and were a great deal of fun with one member stating the larger screen would be great for candy crush.

The article aired on Tuesday 23rd February 2021 on the Today Show and members can view the show via the link below or via our website.

Mothers Day CELEBRATE

SUN 9TH M AY

Treat mum to lunch or dinner at Rations Dining and receive a complimentary glass of wine* *Wine selection: Vivo Sauvignon Blanc, Willowglen Chardonnay, Chatsworth Estate Shiraz & Chatsworth Estate Cabernet Merlot.

CALL CLUB RECEPTION ON 02 9336 1500 TO BOOK A TABLE (Bookings subject to Government Regulations and Restrictions)

Rations Café will be operating their normal menu from 10am, with additional specials for Mother’s Day.

Yoga M O N D A Y M O R N I N G F R O M 10 A M

Contact Bernadette on 0419469152 to book in your spot.

No matter what your situation, gentle yoga exercise can adapt to your needs and abilities. It can help in the prevention and control of common health problems.

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CELEBRATE THE

QUEEN'S BIRTHDAY WITH A CUP OF TEA AND SCONES WITH JAM AND CREAM

$6.50*

MONDAY 14TH JUNE

*Only available on Monday 14th June, from Rations Café, or while stocks lasts.

PARKSIDE BAR

sunday to thursday

4:30PM – 6:30PM

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ON ALL BEER,

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*Responsible service of alcohol will be observed at all times and strictly adhered to.

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COMMUNITY GROUP Welcome to a new year and hope everything can get back to normal as quickly as possible.

In December we delivered gifts to five nursing homes, however, unfortunately we could not deliver to the residents in person. We left the gifts at the reception of each nursing home. The nursing homes we supplied gifts to included South Haven Aged Care – Padstow, Casa Mia Aged Care – Padstow, Fairmont Aged Care – Bexley, Estia Bexley Park Aged Care – Bexley and St. George Aged Care – Bexley.

We delivered 480 gifts all together, so you can see that the ladies had been working extremely hard during the year, even amid the pandemic and restrictions. One nursing home rang to thank us for the gifts and said that the residents would receive them on Christmas morning. I am sure those residents would have been very thankful to know they were thought of. The community group volunteers have already started to begin assembling and creating gifts for this year’s distribution. As we are hoping to do even more, and so the earlier we start the better.

I would like to thank the members of the Club who have donated to our group. We really appreciate it. If you would like to donate wool or crochet cotton to our group, please leave it at reception and we can pick it up. All donations are welcome.

If you would like to join our group, please contact Club reception on 02 9336 1500, and they will pass on your details to us. We meet every two months and have discussions on what we are doing for the nursing homes.

Our next project will be Easter so can’t wait to see what happens then.

Once again thankyou to all our volunteers and if you would like to join us or make donations contact the Club reception.

Keep safe Lynda Lake

AUXILIARY At the end of last year, the Auxiliary volunteers were busy organising the Christmas Raffle. The prizes were wrapped and displayed by the members with the help of the Club’s admin staff, demonstrating each of their artistic talents. Many thanks to all who purchased tickets, the funds raised were donated to charities, supporting present and past members of the armed forces. I hope the recipients of the prizes enjoyed their gifts.

RESULTS OF CHRISTMAS RAFFLE 1ST TICKET 2ND TICKET 3RD TICKET 4TH TICKET 5TH TICKET 6TH TICKET

Black Green Black Grey Grey Purple

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Diane Stephanie Gary John Williiam David

Congratulations to all the winners and thank you for your ongoing support in future raffles.

The members of the Auxiliary also packed and distributed Christmas Gift boxes to gift to members of the Sub-branch and Auxiliary whom are housebound or in nursing homes, and no longer able to attend meetings. These Christmas Gift boxes contained Christmas branded goodies and remind the recipients they are not forgotten during the festive season.

At our last meeting of the year, we were kindly invited by the RSL Sub-branch to join in their Christmas Dinner. Thank you to the RSL Sub-branch members, it was a very enjoyable occasion.

If any Club members would like to join us, in our endeavours please enquire at Club reception and they will be put you in touch with us.

We usually meet on the fourth Monday of each month.

Looking forward to the New Year and less COVID-19 restrictions.

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BOOK YOUR

Corporate & Business Functions BOARDROOM AND PRIVATE FUNCTION SPACES EXTENDED TRADING HOURS, FOR AFTER HOUR MEETINGS AV EQUIPMENT AVAIL ABLE PERSON CAPACIT Y DEPENDANT ON VENUE ROOM SIZE (Subject to government regulation)

REDUCED ROOM HIRE (Conditions apply) CALL KINGSGROVE RSL CLUB RECEPTION ON 02 9336 1500 FOR FURTHER DETAILS.

Did you know you can redeem your

Kings Ransom points at the Pitstop machine?

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Gift card redemption converts points for cards of your choice

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Pre-paid phone & internet credit

y a d h t Bir r e h c u Vo We’d like to celebrate your Special day, so come into the Club during the month of your birthday to collect your voucher.

IT’S OUR WAY OF CELEBRATING YOUR BIRTHDAY! T&C’s Apply. Double Diamond, Diamond, Sapphire tiered members will be reminded by mail, if opted to receive mail.

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AVAILABLE TO ALL CLUB MEMBERS!

SUB BRANCH PRESIDENT Welcome to the first 2021 Sub-Branch Burst report, what a difference twelve months can make, last year it was all about the bushfires and the weather now it is all about COVID-19 and the vaccine roll out, hopefully this will occur soon and we can get back to normality.

The Kingsgrove RSL Sub-Branch will be holding an ANZAC Day Service on Sunday 25th April at the Memorial Park under current COVID-19 restrictions. However, there is still a question mark over the march from the hotel to the Club, we will keep you advised through the Club’s website as to the event schedule. The service will commence at 7.00am followed by a breakfast, this will also be subject to Government restrictions at that time. We welcome all SubBranch members their family and friends to attend, note if you are wearing a relative’s medals they must be worn over the right breast.

The Sub-Branch will be holding a Battle of the Coral Sea Commemoration Service and luncheon on Sunday 2nd May, we are hopeful the TS Sirius Cadets will be able to attend and provide the Catafalque Party and the Guard.

The Service will commence at 10.45am, medals to be worn.

Note we have limited seating in the Diggers Lounge due to COVID-19 regulations, so I suggest you book early.

Since the last edition of the Burst your Far Southern Metropolitan District Council (FSMDC) delegates attended a meeting at Ingleburn RSL on 4th February, a briefing from

the meeting was available at the Kingsgrove RSL SubBranch AGM on 22nd February. The next Far Southern Metropolitan District Council (FSMDC) meeting will be at Bankstown RSL in March.

Being the first edition of the Burst for 2021, I will take the opportunity to thank our Secretary Peter Merlino and Treasurer Peter Burgess, they do an enormous amount of work behind the scenes to make your Sub-Branch run efficiently. Vice Presidents Phil Pollard and Robert Talbot OAM and the Committee who pitch in giving up their own time to attend member’s funerals, and hopefully this year our school and nursing home commemoration services.

The Kingsgrove RSL Sub Branch Auxiliary will be having a Mother’s Day raffle with some great prizes so do buy a ticket as all proceeds go to various Veteran ‘s charities that are approved by RSL NSW. On behalf of the Sub-Branch Committee and members we offer our sincere condolences to the families and friends of those Sub-Branch members who passed away since the last report.

“Old timer: one who remembers when charity was a virtue and not an organization.”

Alan R. Barnes OAM JP President

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S P O R T S A D M I N I S T R AT O R By the time you read this all our Sporting Clubs AGM’s will have been held and although most of the Committees for each Sporting Clubs have stayed the same there has been a few changes which you will read about in the individual Sporting Clubs reports.

Gradually, our Members are returning to our Sporting Clubs again as Covid restrictions are being lifted. At the moment we are working on options for our Round Robin event – which is always a fun event, and we will keep you informed of what decisions are made.

I would like to congratulate all the new and existing Committee members on their election to their positions.

In the meantime, if you wish to join one of our Sporting Clubs please ask the Club Reception for details of who to contact.

I would personally like to thank all the 2020 Committee Members of each Sporting Club for their support over the last year and also thank the Committee Members that are leaving their positions for all they have contributed over the past year to their individual Clubs.

Heather Shepherd

K I N G S G ROV E RS L S P O RT I N G C LU BS GOLF CLUB Well, here we are again for the beautiful burst magazine I will pick up from where we left off last year…

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP WINNERS Club Champion GLEN DAVIS NETT 151 B Grade Champion MICK STANLEY NETT 181 C Grade Champion GEOFF BOWEN NETT 202 Nett Winner GRAEME SHEARY RSL Cup Winner TONY DENNIS 2BBB Champions PETER COUSINS & JOHN WHITEHEAD Runners Up JOE KOHU & MICK STANLEY Matchplay Winner AARON LOVELL Runner Up ERNIE KALONIKOS Life Members Day JIM Mc ALLISTER BEXLEY GOLF CLUB 29/11/2020 Outright Winner TONY BLACKMORE 47 PTS OFF 38 HCP A Grade Winner MICK STANLEY 37 PTS OFF 13 HCP B Grade Winner DOUG MARRINER 45 PTS OFF 15 HCP C Grade Winner GEOFF BOWEN 41 PTS OFF 25 HCP BARDWELL VALLEY 13/12 2020 Bonanza Day Every one enjoyed themselves another great day on the social club calendar

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BARDWELL VALLEY 17/1/2021 Outright Winner PAUL THORPE 39 PTS OFF 27 HCP A Geade Winner JOE BLACKMORE 36 PTS OFF 13 HCP B Grade Winner GRAEME SHEARY 36 PTS OFF 15 HCP C Grade Winner ALAN BARNES 34 PTS OFF 33 HCP ANNUAL ELECTIONS WERE NEXT ON THE AGENDA FOR THE 2021 OFFICE BEARERS President Graeme Sheary Unopposed Treasurer Steve Hodson Unopposed Captain Tony Dennis Unopposed Vice-Captain Dave Watt New Committee Colin Kent

Ron May

Mick Stanley

Ron and Mick are new to the committee we hope we survive, just kidding.

From the desk of the captain Lumpy Dennis may this year be better than the last...

Hit them straight hit them long sink the put and the jobs done.

Tony (Lumpy) Dennis

FISHING CLUB 2020 ended as good as it started. Not much fishing was done and little (or nothing) weighed in. 2020 also finished on a sad note; we were saddened to hear of the passing of Trevor & Diane Judge’s son (Ben); Lindsay & Kate Gilbert’s mother (in law) and Steve Hochstadt’s partner and Rhiannon Owens’ mum (Lesley). The fishing club and its members extend their sincere condolences.

Our AGM was held early December and similar Committee members were re-elected; 2021 Fishing calendar was distributed by secretary, John Shaw.

“Welcome aboard” to new Charter Coordinator Peter Brigden, who advised that he is happy to be contacted via email at peterbrigden1@bigpond.com or mobile 0402 060 636 for any fishing charter queries or placements.

Over the Christmas and New Year break, for something different Gavin, Nathan, Laurie and Jim Fisher decided to travel from Huskisson to the Continental Shelf and go trolling for Marlin. After travelling about 27 kilometres out, a Marlin was sighted, hooked and ….. lost. Soon after another Marlin was sighted, jumped out of the water and … disappeared. Laurie later reported that “he’d rather stick a pin in his eye, than go chasing Marlin all day”.

Safe to say, that Laurie may not become a fishing club member or travel with brother Gavin and dad Jim in the foreseeable future.

2021’s first outing was a local one on the weekend of 16th and 17th January with a couple of boats going out. At the time of print, no results were received.

A reminder that the next fishing dates are: Shoalhaven Heads • 12th to 14th March • 14th to 16th May “Members choice” • 9th to 11th April Charters • 14th March • 29th May Hoping that better fishing days lie ahead. Fingers crossed that fishing is prolific and many species are weighed in.

See you on the water, Lady Nemo

DARTS CLUB Welcome to the New Year of 2021!

Hope you are all well and enjoyed the festive season. We had a great Christmas party in December, where Donna spoiled us all with presents.

We’ve started back as of Friday 8th January 2021 and up until this point have had a good attendance each night.

We have had some new players join us and they seem to be enjoying their darts. If you would like to join us on Friday nights, you are most welcome, see Club reception for details or ring the Club on 02 9336 1500. Club staff are also eligible to play on Friday nights.

Friday night Social Darts bring people together in teams where money can be won for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place as well as a booby prize. This money is given out at the end of the year at our Christmas party. It costs $4.00 to play each week, with registration to play between 7.30pm and 7.45pm and games start at 8pm, everyone is welcome.

The Darts Club also hold fun nights every month where we give out money, vouchers and a voucher for a free night.

The St. George and Sutherland Darts Association Winter Competition will start in February and for this one, Kingsgrove RSL Darts Club will have a B Grade team representing us. This competition goes through until June 2021 when finals will be played. Good luck to this team, play well.

Our Championships are held in July/ August and maybe played over two weekends, and we are always looking for Dart players who enjoy a bit of competition to join us and represent. This is where Open’s champion, Men’s champion, Women’s champion, Men’s double, Women’s double and Mixed doubles are played. Trophies for these games are given at our Christmas party as well.

The Darts Club are COVID Safe at all our events and Kingsgrove RSL Club adheres to a comprehensive COVID19 Safety Plan with everything they hold on the premises. Once again if you would like to join us at Darts just come and see us on Friday nights or contact the Club on 02 9336 1500.

Keep alert and stay safe.

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SNOOKER CLUB Hello everyone, its 2021 and hopefully with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions to the Club we will have our snooker tables back and we can re-start again, fingers crossed.

It is with great sadness I would like to let you know that we lost one of our adored Snooker Club members Peter Norman Bennett last year.

VALE - Peter Norman Bennett Sadly, on the 29th of December 2020 we lost one of our much-loved Club and snooker club members Peter Bennett.

Peter leaves behind his partner of 30 years Mary and her three children Eleni, Andrew and Con. Peter was 61.

Peter started working in the hospitality industry just after high school as a chef, where he stayed till his retirement

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in 2016. He also served two years in the Australian Army. After his retirement he decided to take up snooker and after much practice and dedication he was soon matching it with the best players in the Club (making the A grade final in 2019). He also won many a Friday night social competition.

Our Friday night snooker competitions were always a lot of fun but when Peter turned up the mood would lift, he was a clown, a rascal and a very cheeky bloke and we all waited for his witty sledges to his opponents. We all loved him and will miss him dearly and hope there is a snooker table waiting up there for him.

On behalf of the Kingsgrove RSL Snooker Club committee and members we offer our sincere condolences to Mary and family and we are here if you need us.

Jeff Costa, President

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President Secretary Treasurer

All members of the Sub-Branch are invited to attend subject to the COVID 19 restrictions.

Lest We Forget

Sub-Branch Committee 2021

Sub-Branch Meetings 2021

Paul Gregory Kensey

A.R. Barnes, OAM, JP P.J. Merlino P.G. Burgess, JP

ARMY

ANZAC DAY Sunday 25th April 2021 Coral Sea Day Sunday 2nd May 2021

Vice President P.A. Pollard, JP R. Talbott, OAM, JP

The General Meetings of the Sub-Branch is held on the 4th Monday of every second month. Time 6.30pm. A two-course meal and refreshments follow the meeting. Members, please note that if a public holiday falls on the above dates, the General Meeting will be held on the 3rd Monday of the Month.

Committee T.A. Parsons J.A.Graham, JP N.L .Arena, JP

Peter J. Merlino HONORARY SECRETARY

Hospital Visitations Officers R. Talbot, OAM, JP

Vale John Craven

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Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 11:30am - 2:30pm Thursday 11:30am - 2:30pm Friday 11:30am - 2:30pm Saturday 11:30am - 2:30pm Sunday 11:30am - 2:30pm

The following is a list of Club and Sub Branch officials and members who are JP’s and who are regularly at the Club.

Neil Arena Tas Aronis Alan Barnes OAM Peter Burgess John Graham

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5:30pm 5:30pm 5:30pm 5:30pm 5:30pm

- 8:30pm - 8:30pm - 9:00pm - 9:00pm - 8:30pm

Debbie Harris Peter Lyle Heather Shepherd Robert Talbott OAM

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