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B O A R D O F DIRECTORS

Kevin Ingram Oam President

John Dean Vice President & Treasurer

Steve Fitzpatrick Vice President

Stephen Edwards Director

Lorraine Dean Director

Trevor Forman Director

Leon Hansen Director

Jeanette Mcnevin Director

Thomas Murphy Director

MESSAGE FROM THE CEO A very warm welcome to our current Mounties Group members and our newest members to the Mounties family. I would like to wish every one of you a very Merry Christmas this festive season, and to encourage you all to look ahead to an optimistic new year.

positive impact on our community.

2020 has been one of the toughest years our community has endured. We are currently witnessing a world-wide pandemic unfold, which has impacted us all in ways we could never imagine. I know it’s given myself and my team a chance to reflect on just how lucky we are; to live in a country such as ours and to be linked to an incredibly vibrant, resilient community who care deeply about each other. We have seen each other through some tough times this year, and I am profoundly humbled and touched to have witnessed the kindness and compassion you all have shared in these challenging times.

Once again, I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a joyful holiday season.

It is these moments like these that I am truly proud to be part of Mounties Group, of our achievements this year and how we have also overcome unimaginable obstacles. I look forward to 2021 and to continue our ongoing work towards creating a significant

In the spirit over the holidays, I encourage everyone to do what you can to support each other any way you can.

Our actions as a collective can go a long way in ensuring that everyone has a happy Christmas break.

DALE HUNT

It is these moments like these that I am truly proud to be part of Mounties Group, of our achievements this year and how we have also overcome unimaginable obstacles.

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CONTENTS 06

Our Community

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My Mounties To Share Our Story, We’ll Share Yours

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Upcoming Events Events and Entertainment

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Dining at Mounties New Restaurant and Drink Specials

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Lifestyle Resorts, Fitness, Aquatic, Child-minding & Wellbeing

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Coming Soon Exciting New Children’s Play Centre

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DESPITE A CHALLENGING YEAR, MOUNTIES GROUP PLEDGES ALMOST $360,000 TO WORTHY CAUSES Despite the challenges of 2020 with the Coronavirus pandemic and many clubs not contributing this year, Mounties Group has pledged almost $360,000 to local community groups via Category 1 ClubGRANTS.

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Mounties Groups clubs – Mounties, Triglav, Mekong and Harbord Diggers.

Two beneficiaries include The Humour Foundation and Miracle Babies Foundation who have both received funding to support their valued programs.

The Humour Foundation received $12,000 to support its Clown Doctor initiative that offers entertainment, humour and play as a means of making hospitals a less lonely place for children.

Clown Doctors bring ‘doses’ of fun and laughter to the child’s bedside through improvised engagements, jokes and magic.

With a commitment to supporting the local community, Mounties Group has allocated $359,470 to 20 worthy projects including those that support youth, families, seniors, children and vulnerable members of our community.

“The ClubGRANTS funding from Mounties Group will directly contribute to the ongoing delivery of our Clown Doctors program at NSW’s largest children’s specialist hospital – The Children’s Hospital at Westmead,” said the Humour Foundation.

This year’s grant recipients provide a range of community services to the Liverpool, Fairfield and Northern Beaches communities with grants funded from

“The clowns lift the hospital environment for everyone. Each year they engage with over 24,000 patients, their families and

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hospital staff just at Westmead but there are over 20 hospitals they visit around the country,” she/he added.

Receiving another $12,000 grant, the Miracle Babies Foundation will use its funding to continue supporting families with a baby born premature or sick.

“We are very excited to receive this funding from Mounties Group to contribute to developing and providing vital programs and resources to support families who need our support and programs,” explained Miracle Babies Foundation.

“Having the support of organisations such as Mounties Group allows us to support and enhance a family’s experience from a threatened pregnancy, hospital journey with a premature or sick newborn, or with the transition to home and beyond after a long special care journey.”

Mounties Group president, Kevin Ingram was thrilled that despite the challenges of 2020 and a closure of clubs earlier in the year, the Group can still support such worthy causes.

“With the Coronavirus threat shutting down clubs for a period of time recently, it’s been tough for local clubs, who act as sponsors of many sporting and community bodies and organisations, to show their support,” said Mr Ingram.

“While many other clubs have understandably chosen not to participate in Category 1 ClubGRANTS this year, Mounties Group wanted to do their bit to ensure that these worthy causes that rely on our support can still receive a contribution.

“The ClubGRANTS funding forms part of the $6 million we have given in the last financial year which comes from the ClubGRANTS scheme, community cash contributions, charity donations and local sporting sponsorships.”

“These ClubGRANTS are just one of the many ways Mounties Group is proactive in providing support, services and facilities for the betterment of our local community,” he concluded.

NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS FOR CLUBGRANTS CATEGORY 2 Apply now! enquiries@clubsnsw.com.au 1300 730 001 Application closes 31 May 2021

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Discover our stories at mountiesgroup.com.au/mymounties

M Y MOU NT I E S The Mounties Group is so much more than our venues. We are a community, in a time when community is in rare supply.

When you are a part of Mounties, you are a part of something more. You are a member of a community made up of thousands of families, like yours.

Because, to share our story, we’ll share yours.

Each of you have a story to tell, a memory to share and are a part of our future.

As we grow, so do our members, our teams and our commitment to support the wider communities, in which we thrive. #MyMounties is a celebration of stories from across our venues, sub clubs and teams. It’s how our community share what makes Mounties, #MyMounties.

Join our journey, celebrate your story and discover what makes our Mounties community, family.

Because, to share our story, we’ll share yours. Post your MyMounties story and photo on Facebook or Instagram with #MyMounties

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AT M O U N T I E S Support your favourite house by donating generously

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UPCOMING EVENTS

HAM & PORK RAFFLE

NEW YEAR’S EVE

Every Friday 7.00pm

Thursday 31 December Free Entry 9.00pm

Every Sunday 2.00pm Ground Floor

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Zoltan | Terrace Bar & Café NYE DJ | Starz

S AV E T H E D AT E

AUSTRALIA DAY

LUNAR NEW YEAR

Tuesday 26 January Free Entry

Friday 12 February 8.00pm

12.00pm Live Entertainment | Terrace Bar & Café

Dragon Blessing

7.00pm Jason Owen & Iron Lion | Starz

Club wide

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SUMMER

SESSIONS AT MOU NT IE S

FREE ENTRY

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EVERY SATURDAY IN JANUARY 12.00PM – 3.00PM OUTD O OR TERRACE Live Entertainment Pop-up Bar • Gelato Bar Drink Specials

BUCKET OF 4 MIXED

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LIVE & LOCAL

DECEMBER FRIDAY Live & Local Every Friday (excluding 25 Dec) Terrace Bar & Café 8.00pm Harley Ruha 11 & 18 December The Oven 8.00pm

SATURDAY Zoltan Every Saturday Terrace Bar & Café 8.00pm

SUNDAY Live & Local Every Sunday Terrace Bar & Café 12.00pm Bianca Joulianou Every Sunday The Oven 12.00pm

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LIVE & LOCAL

JANUARY

FRIDAY Harley Ruha Every Friday (excluding 01 Jan) Terrace Bar & Café 12.00pm

SATURDAY

SUMMER

SESSIONS

Summer Sessions Every Saturday Outdoor Terrace 12.00pm Zoltan Every Saturday Terrace Bar & Café 8.00pm

SUNDAY Live & Local Every Sunday Terrace Bar & Café MOUNTIES 12.00pm NOVEMBER 2020 Bianca Joulianou Every Sunday (excluding 10 Jan) The Oven 12.00pm

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REGULAR E V EN TS MONDAY Mahjong Free for Members Registration

10.00am 9.00am

WEDNESDAY Drag Bingo (Commences 6 January 2021) Free for Members Registration

7.30pm 7.00pm

THURSDAY Bingo $5 Members | $6 Guests Poker $15 Members | $25 Guests

10.00am 6.30pm

FRIDAY Raffles Spend $10 get $10 free Members only Tickets on sale

8.30pm 7.00pm

SUNDAY Raffles 3.30pm Spend $10 get $10 free Members only Tickets on sale 2.00pm 18

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G I F T

AN EXPERIENCE

THIS CHRISTMAS

$20, $50, $100 & $250

PURCHASE AT MEMBER SERVICES

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N E W R ESTAURA NT JU M B O SEAF OOD Experience deliciously authentic Asian cuisine and Yum Cha at Mounties.

Specialising in seafood with an array of live options such as lobsters, coral trout, barramundi, crabs and abalone. This menu promises to excite not only the palate but provide an absolute feast for the eyes too with colourful and fresh produce.

Open 7 days a week.

Book Now | Call 02 9732 3788 20

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WE DON’T DO FAST FOOD – WE DO GREAT FOOD AS FAST AS WE CAN

TO START

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$5.9

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BURGERS

& Pepper Calamari

American Burger

Steak Sandwich

cini Balls Pumpkin and Green Pea

$15.9 $16.9

Angus beef patty with capsicum salsa, home crafted pickles, Southern slaw & American mustard on brioche bun with thick cut fries

$14.9 $16.4

$17.5 $19.0

120g minute scotch steak, sauté mushroom, onion, & capsicums, Swiss cheese, chipotle mayo on butter toasted Ciabatta bread, thick cut fries

cket salad, cherry tomato & Signature dressing c aioli (3 pieces) (V)

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Brought to you by industry leading PASTA caterers Bentons Hospitality Group.

MEMBER’S FAVOURITES We have renovated our dining space, involving our former Casa Bistro and transitioning into The Oven. $16.5 $18.2

d fish fillets, corn slaw & sweet chili n warm tortillas (3 tacos)

ccine Alfredo by the Oven

$19.5 $20.9

Egg (ea)

$1.2

$1.5

Bacon

$3.0

$3.3

Battered Fish and Chips

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$19.0 $21.0

Crispy battered fish fillets, home crafted tartar, chips & salad

Chicken Schnitzel

$23.5 $26.0

$18.0 $19.9

Panko crumbed, chips & salad

ed prawns, chili, garlic, finished with Napolitana sauce basil

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$15.0 $16.5

Fried chicken breast, Southern slaw, toasted brioche bun served with thick cut fries

$15.9 $17.5 $23.5 $26.0

ENTRE MAIN

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alamari dusted in rice flour & schezwan , flashed fried, rocket salad, cherry tomato & spicy ic reduction with chili, coriander & caper mayo

Tacos

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Buttermilk Chicken Burger

baked Turkish loaf topped with parsley & lemon garlic 4 slices)

Chicken Parmi

$18.9 $20.9

$21.0 $22.5

Panko crumbed, shaved ham, Napolitana sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, chips & salad

d veal mince, parmesan & fresh basil

Atlantic Salmon

$29.0 $31.9

Oven grilled, cranberry currants and almond cous cous & raita yoghurt

This exciting new dining space will be serving a delicious variety of steaks, burgers, pizza, pasta and Modern Australian favourites, offering members a contemporary club dining experience.

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Led by renowned restaurant operators, former Master Chef at London’s Dorchester Hotel and celebrity chef Vivian Buck and Costa Bakoullis. The duo has over 25 years hospitality and consulting experience and have dedicated the past few weeks to ensuring cleanliness and safety measures are established.

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With a selection of $12 specials to complement their new extensive menu, The Oven is set to be a favourite amongst members and guests.

Reservations: 02 9822 3594 Hours: Lunch: Monday to Sunday 12pm - 3pm Dinner: Sunday to Thursday 5.30pm - 9pm Friday and Saturday 5.30pm - 9.30pm

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SMIRNOFF VODKA OR GORDONS GIN

41.95

$

per 700ml bottle or 2 for $80

CANADIAN CLUB OR JIM BEAM

39.95

$

per 700ml bottle or 2 for $78

JOHNNIE WALKER BLACK OR WILD TURKEY

49.95

$

per 700ml bottle or 2 for $96

HENNESSY VSOP COGNAC

94.95

$

per 700ml bottle

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Some serious DRINK SPECIALS you don’t want to miss

WINE

6 .00 $ .00 Bottle 28 Glass

$

Seppeltsfield Range Shiraz & Riesling

RTD

COCKTAILS

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Jim Beam Black & Cola bottle Smirnoff Red bottle

Caipiroska Red Lotus

Heineken Schooner

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Mounties practices the responsible service of alcohol. *Selected bars only. Members Only. While stocks last apply to all specials.

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Book Your Summer Escape Waterfront accommodation awaits you!

Don’t miss out Call 02 9822 3519

Give the Perfect Gift!

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Kooloora Returning 2021 Early Bird Deal Save 20% OFF member rates* Book now and save Call 02 9822 3519 Terms & conditions apply*

Christmas Gift Vouchers now available at Holiday Resorts.

Because, everyone loves a holiday.

Enquire now 02 9822 3519

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Ignite Health & Fitness Centre Remains Open 24/7 Festive Staffed Hours Christmas Eve – No Staff & Pool Closed Christmas Day – No Staff & Pool Closed Boxing Day – 9.00am – 2.00pm 27 December – 7.00am – 5.00pm 28 December – 5.30am – 9.00pm 29 December – 5.30am – 9.00pm 30 December – 5.30am – 9.00pm New Year Eve - No Staff & Pool Closed New Year Day - No Staff & Pool Closed 2 January – 7.00am – 5.00pm 3 January – 7.00am – 5.00pm

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IGNITE CHRISTMAS PARTY Monday 21 December Live DJ | Christmas Giveaways Supplement Sampling Plus 3 Months FREE Membership for most visits in December

GIVE THE GIFT OF HEALTH Christmas Gift Vouchers now available at Ignite Health & Fitness.

See reception for more information.

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Keep kids safe this summer!

Summer water safety lessons for kids 5-8 years 2 WEEKS FREE

on direct debit plans*

Enrol Now

02 8784 0013

*Terms & conditions apply

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Christmas FUN NIGHT Saturday 19 December 7.00pm - 9.00pm

Christmas Trading Hours Christmas Eve - Closed Christmas Day - Closed Boxing Day - Closed 28 December - Closed New Year’s Eve - Closed New Year’s Day - Closed See mounties.com.au for more festive trading hours.

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P R E PA R AT I O N I S K E Y T O H E A LT H Y A G E I N G

We plan our careers; we budget and save to buy a house, plan to expand our families, and for our children’s education, but how much do we plan for our senior years?

Stories that have emerged from the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality & Safety show a system of failure and neglect. We have learned that there are more than 100,000 people waiting for an approved home care package; packages that support people to live independently in the home for a long as possible.

However, when the Department of Health figures show almost 28,000 people have died while on the waitlist in the past two years1 it is cause for concern.

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The best way to prepare for ageing is to understand the risk factors for disability and dependency as we move into the later years, understand funding models available to us, and to register early if funding is available.

When we identify risks that are modifiable, we can actively take steps to improve. We know as we age bone density decreases, so strengthening exercises become more important. Falls are one of the most common incidents that land our older population in hospital, and that’s where falls prevention courses become important.

Understanding the aged care system can be tricky, but understanding it is invaluable to maintain independence in the home.

Diet is also an essential factor and should not be forgotten. Our vitamin & mineral needs change as we age, and we should understand what small changes we can make to our diet to compensate.

It is not a secret that most of us want to age within our own surroundings until the end of life. And it can be done but, it does take planning. Mounties Care has been developed to help our members work through the planning process. Our vision is for our members to live longer, stronger,

and more independently. Our nurses, armed with 15+ years’ experience, can help with any enquiry and point you in the right direction for help. Look out also for our Wellbeing courses and workshops, we will provide a wide variety of topics throughout the year to cover all aspects of healthy ageing.

We will be running a Mounties Care Presentation Thursday 17 December at 11.45am in the community rooms. Due to COVID restrictions and for members safety, bookings are essential. Please call 9105 4888 to register.

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Monday Makeovers $

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50

Colour

BOOK NOW Call 02 9823 4966 Conditions apply. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Offer expires 31 January 2021.

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Life Celebration DEALING WITH THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE IS DIFFICULT LET MOUNTIES HELP YOU

Our packages are designed to make the planning process that little bit easier and include complimentary audio-visual equipment & floral decorations.

Contact our Function Coordinators on 02 9822 3528 for more details.

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Something N EW is Coming Australia’s most exciting

new children’s play centre

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Educational & Fun • Age Specific Play Areas Dine & Play • Drop & Dine • Bumper Cars Party Rooms • Ninja obstacle course Projection wall • Graffiti pen table Soft play for babies & toddlers Environmentally Friendly

ARRIVES AT MOUNTIES EARLY 2021

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MOUNTIES

101 Meadows Rd Mount Pritchard NSW 2170 02 9822 3555 info@mountiesgroup.com.au mounties.com.au

HARBORD DIGGERS

88 Evans St Freshwater NSW 2096 02 9938 1444 | 02 9105 4888 harbordinfo@mountiesgroup.com.au harborddiggers.com.au

M A N LY B O W L I N G C L U B Raglan Street Manly NSW 2095 Club: 02 9938 7657 Bowls: 02 9977 3786 harbordinfo@mountiesgroup.com.au manlybowlingclub.com.au

MOUNTIES BOWLING CLUB

Cnr Ulverstone & Lawson Streets Fairfield NSW 2165 02 9726 9692 info@mountiesgroup.com.au mountiesbowlingclub.com.au

MEKONG

1st Floor, 117 John St Cabramatta NSW 2166 02 9725 8500 mekonginfo@mountiesgroup.com.au mekongmounties.com.au

T R I G L AV

80-84 Brisbane Rd St Johns Park NSW 2176 02 9426 1000 triglav@mountiesgroup.com.au triglav.com.au

C L U B I TA L I A

Cnr of Hollywood Dr & Wharf Rd Lansvale NSW 2166 02 9726 4511 clubitaliamounties.com.au Check websites for current trading hours.

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VALE Kerry Willsmore Picton Earnest Fulwood Cabramatta West Shirley Lovett Green Valley Gladys Esler Busby Donald Moore Mt Pritchard John Hansen Cabramatta West Henry Daniel Miller William Finch Austral Domenic Schimizzi St Johns Park Edward Bates Sadleir Colin Roach Cartwright Gary Poulton Smithfield Peter Mahoney Heckenberg Giordano Jelovcic Cabramatta West Henry Waterton Vale of CLWYDD Kenneth Tant Busby

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Mounties Festive Trading Hours Christmas Eve 9.00am – 5.00am Christmas Day 10.00am – 5.00am 26 December 9.00am – 5.00am 27 December 9.00am – 5.00am 28 December 9.00am – 3.00am 29 December 9.00am – 3.00am 30 December 9.00am – 3.00am 31 December 9.00am – 5.00am New Year’s Day 9.00am – 5.00am Australia Day 9.00am – 5.00am 26 January 9.00am – 3.00am

See mounties.com.au for trading hours on restaurants and services.

247 Humphries Rd, Mount Pritchard NSW 2170 | mounties.com.au For internal use only.

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