Wests Members Magazine

GOING PLACES

A BRAND NEW HOLDEN ASTRA

& THREE CRUISES TO BE WON

EASTER FOOD AT WESTS INSIDE THE NEW KINGSTOWN BAR RELIVE THE KNIGHTS’ BEST MOMENTS MOTHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS $6 SUMMER SIZZLERS

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FROM THE DESK OF THE CEO

Welcome to the latest edition of Wests magazine, and the first of what promises to be a very exciting year for everyone connected with The Wests Group.

It’ll be a great start to the year for one of you, too, as one of our members or guests will soon be driving around in a brand new Holden Astra, while three other lucky people will win a wonderful cruise for two. Simply purchase a ticket at any Wests club for a chance to win. You’ll find details on page 14.

Elsewhere in this issue, we take a sneak peek at the extensive work that’s been going on at Wests City.

The new Kingstown Bar is a focus of the new-look club, which has been completely renovated and now offers a fantastic array of food – including freshly made pizzas from a brand new pizza oven – and experiences for all members and guests. Pay the club a visit and see for yourself – if you haven’t visited for a while you’ll be very pleasantly surprised.

We have an enormous amount of activity happening in all of our clubs over the next few months, with Easter and Mother’s Day among the key dates on the horizon.

Check out our Easter food offer on page 10, and get ideas for Mother’s Day experiences on page 18.

Mr Philip Gardner Chief Executive Officer

of the new season next month, with adult reserve seat season memberships available from $150. This works out at $12.50 per game, which is incredible value and a significant saving on walk-up prices.

The big news at the end of last year was the announcement of a $10m grant from the NSW Government for a Rugby League Centre of Excellence. The Centre of Excellence was a core part of our vision for not only the Knights but the whole community, and The Wests Group committed to match the grant from the Government.

The Centre of Excellence will provide state-of-theart facilities for the Knights as well as grassroots footballers, and will be the catalyst for further development of the Broadmeadow sports precinct, which the wider community will benefit from.

This magazine is designed to give you a window into what’s going on across all of our venues, but of course more goes on than we could possibly fit in here each edition. Our new website, www.westsnewcastle.com.au was launched towards the end of last year, and includes the very latest information about events and offers here at Wests, as well as your regular club activities.

Of course, a lot of the talk around The Wests Group has been of the Newcastle Knights. The acquisition was officially ratified on 1 November, and we welcome all connected with the Knights into the Wests family.

To get yourself in the mood for the new season, turn to page 16, where you can relive some of the best Knights moments in the club’s history. And you can be there to witness history yourself from the start

Philip Gardner Chief Executive Officer

LIFE MEMBERS CLUB OFFICERS Mr Owen Kilpatrick President

Mr Jack Ashman Director

Mr Geoff Coburn Director

Mr Wayne Hore Director

Prof Scott Holmes Director

Mr John McLaughlin Director

1962 L.B. O’Sullivan* 1963 G. Maloney* 1964 H. Harding*, J. Aitchison*,

D. Carroll*, J. Harvey*,

W. Jukes*, J. Bell* 1971 J. McDermott* 1972 K. McDougall*, A. Kentish* 1976 M. Woolford*, H. Bond*, C. Cook*,

N. Smith*, L. Cook*, J. Kempnich* 1980 O. Kilpatrick 1991 W. Hore, R. Ferris 1998 M. Braggett* 2000 D. McDougall* 2004 G. Coburn 2013 J. McLaughlin, J. Ashman *Denotes deceased Life Member

Mr Robert Darcy Director

STAY CONNECTED AT WESTS Like us on Facebook The Wests Group or visit westsnewcastle.com.au

Online restaurant bookings visit westsrestaurants.com.au

Find us on Instagram @wests_eats

NEWS Wests Group latest WESTS GROUP

ELAINE COMES UP TRUMPS! Congratulations to Elaine Randall, who was the winner of our $20k prize draw for members who either joined KNIGHTS

WESTS PIMP KNIGHTS FAN GEOFF’S RIDE Knights coach Nathan Brown surprised Knights fan Geoff by personally delivering his newlypainted Knights-themed scooter to his front door.

Geoff, who’s known to many around the country as the Knights fan who paints his face for every home game, had visited Wests shortly after the deal with the Knights was announced to purchase a Wests flag to put on his scooter to acknowledge the new era. The team at Wests thought we could do one better, and offered to have his scooter repainted in Knights colours – inclusive of a Wests logo to promote the new partnership.

The team at Semits Smash Repairs, Hamilton, did a superb job with the paintwork, and Geoff was delighted when Nathan Brown and Wests’ Tony Koltovski, who led the project for Wests, delivered the scooter back to his front door.

or renewed their Wests membership

M AY F I E L D

by 30 November 2017. Elaine, who

KIDS EAT FREE

has been a member of Wests for

MIDWEEK

over 50 years, was delighted to win

OFFER AT

the Charlestown Square EFTPOS cards. Congratulations again to

PIZZA & GRILL

Elaine – it just goes to show, it pays to renew your membership early!

Kids eat FREE every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at Pizza & Grill, Wests Mayfield.

For every adult main meal purchased by an adult, an accompanying child dining in the restaurant (12 years and under) can choose a Kids Meal Deal for free.

The Pizza & Grill kids’ menu features a number of kids’ faves, including spaghetti bolognaise, cheeseburger and chips, fish and chips and chicken nuggets

MEMBERS PRICE, REGULAR SIZE AVAILABLE FROM 5PM, MON-THURS JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2018 *Valid for dine in only

and chips - plus kids’ meals come

WESTS GROUP

BROADBAND FOR SENIORS Did you know, access to broadband internet is available at Mayfield, New Lambton and Nelson Bay, via the Broadband for Seniors program? If you would like to use this service, speak to the clubs’ help desk.

with a fun pack and

WESTS GROUP

chocolate ice-cream.

$6 SUMMER

T&Cs apply, see website for full details.

SIZZLERS

Head into Wests Cardiff, City, Mayfield or New Lambton on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday after 5pm, and grab yourself a Sizzling Summer $6 Special.

MONDAY: FISH AND CHIPS TUESDAY: CHICKEN SCHNITZEL WEDNESDAY: ROAST PORK AND VEG THURSDAY: GRILLED FISH AND SALAD So visit the Bistro at New Lambton or Mayfield, or The Kitchen at Cardiff or City, and take advantage of our sizzling offer! Hurry, offer ends at the end of February 2018.

Please note, this offer is not available at Wests Nelson Bay, and is available to members only. Dine in only, no takeaways.

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NEWS Wests Group latest

WESTS CITY

IT’S FOR YOU, MUM! Enjoy a Mother’s Day special at Wests City Kitchen (Sunday 13 May, lunch and dinner), with a choice of crisp skin Atlantic salmon or chicken supreme, followed by pavlova or flourless chocolate cake.

Main course only KNIGHTS

CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE GIVEN GREEN LIGHT

Work is set to start on the new Centre of Excellence later

$16(M)/$21(G)*,

this year, after the NSW Government announced a grant of

Main and Dessert

$10 million, which will be matched by The Wests Group.

$21(M)/$26(G)*.

Members will remember that the Centre of Excellence of the Newcastle Knights was proposed, and the state-

“We’re delighted that this project has been given the go-ahead,” says Philip Gardner, The Wests Group CEO. “The Centre of Excellence will not only provide an additional four fields for NRL training and grassroots football, but will also prove to be the catalyst for the

WESTS GROUP

BINGO REWARDS Take Bingo to the next level by

The Annual General Meeting of the Western Suburbs (N’cle.)

Leagues Club Limited will be held in the Starlight Room on Sunday 27 May 2018 at 9.30am.

BUSINESS WILL BE AS FOLLOWS: (a) Confirmation of previous

(b) Adoption of Annual Report, Income and Expenditure Account and Balance Sheet. (c) Declaration of the result of the ballot (if any) for the election of Directors.

playing our jackpot round where you

(d) Any other business (of which

further development of the Broadmeadow sports precinct,

match symbols to

due notice has been given)

which the wider Hunter community will benefit from.”

WIN cash - there’s

that may be brought before

over $23,000 to

the meeting in accordance

WIN each week!

with the rules of the Club.

only $1 to play.

Get a Full House (15 numbers on the winning ticket) to WIN $40

Applications are called for Directors. All applications must be submitted on the prescribed form and in accordance with the Club’s Constitution and By-Laws.

Charlestown Square

Applicants are to apply on

EFTPOS Gift Card

forms provided, obtainable

Match five star symbols on the winning ticket for

from the Returning Officer at the Administration Office.

Applications are to be in

your chance to

the hands of the Returning

WIN up to $2,000,

Officer by 5pm on the 31st

while match five cherry symbols on the winning ticket

A FREEBIE?

MEETING 2018

meeting’s minutes.

Bingo ticket costs

WHO LOVES

ANNUAL GENERAL

was a key part of Wests’ vision when the acquisition of-the-art facility will provide significant benefits.

T H E G AT E WAY I N N

WESTS GROUP

Everyone! And if you book direct with The Gateway Inn,

for your chance to

either online, in person or on the phone, you will enjoy a free

WIN $50! Turn to

day of March, 2018.

Please note that members will not be admitted after the commencement of the

continental buffet breakfast, as well as free WiFi, free gym use,

page 6 for session

Annual General Meeting.

free parking and our best rate guarantee. Call 02 4903 6300

times. T&Cs apply.

P. Gardner,

or visit gatewayinn.net.au.

Chief Executive Officer.

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NEWS Wests Group latest CARDIFF N E L S O N B AY

MUM’S THE WORD Mother’s Day at the Bay! Treat mum to a meal out with our Wests Nelson Bay

CARDIFF

SPECIALS AT

EVERY TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY NIGHT

T-BONES

Kids eat free when an accompanying adult purchases a full

TEX MEX

price meal.

TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY IN MARCH If ribs are your thing, then keep a night or two free in March!

Our half price ribs offer ($26.50, M&G*) returns midweek for bookings before 7pm.

MIDWEEK T-BONES TEX MEX SPECIALS APRIL TACO TUESDAY: Hard and soft shell tacos from $4(M), $5(G)*

breast supreme with

WINGING IT WEDNESDAY: 1kg of wings for $10 (M), $12(G)*,

seeded mustard mash and smoked

MONTH-LONG SPECIALS

sauce, followed by

with a variety of sauces and marinades RIBTASTIC THURSDAY: The half-priced ribs special continues!

T&Cs apply, visit tbonestexmex.com.au call 02 4979 1900.

pavlova with cream and fruit salad, only

from The Kitchen for February,

$20(M)/$25(G)*.

March and April…

Available from Bay

schnitzel, chips, salad and

few months.

– chargrilled chicken

paprika and bacon

February: 500g chicken

great offers to tempt you at T-Bones Tex Mex over the next

Mother’s Day special

THE KITCHEN $14

Check out the $14 specials

MIDWEEK

If you love a bit of Tex Mex, then Wests Cardiff has some

Brasserie, lunch and dinner.

gravy $14(M) $16(G) March: Dusted flounder, chips and salad and

N E L S O N B AY

raspberry cheesecake

IT MUST

dessert $14(M) $16(G)

BE LOVE

April: Braised lamb shank and sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce for dessert $14(M) $16(G)*

Treat your loved one to a very special Valentine’s night on 14 February with a trip to The Bay Brasserie Nelson Bay. Enjoy half lobster mornay with chips

CARDIFF

and salad followed

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!

gelato and a glass

Treat Mum to a beautiful two-course lunch at T-Bones Tex Mex for Mother’s Day. Enjoy baked Atlantic salmon or slow roast sirloin, followed

by Eaton mess or vanilla bean brulee, all for only $35pp.

by a scoop of of house wine or middy tap beer $30(M)/$35(G), or private selection Scotch fillet with chips and salad, scoop of gelato, glass of house wine

Bookings essential,

or middy tap beer

call 02 4979 1900.

$33(M)/$36(G).

Mother’s Day this year takes

Available from

place on Sunday 13 May. For

5.30pm at the

more ideas on things to gift

Bay Brasserie.

mum, turn to page 18.

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*Special price available until 31 March 2018

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NEW LAMBTON

MOTHER’S DAY AT NEW LAMBTON Enjoy a two-course meal with entertainment provided by the Crocq Trio to celebrate Mother’s Day in the Starlight Room at Wests

MAMMA MIA!

New Lambton.

Mia Freedman’s heading to Wests

Oven roasted T H E A N C H O RAG E

PORT

NEW LAMBTON

New Lambton for high tea – and you’re invited to join her.

For the second consecutive year, The Anchorage Hotel and

chicken breast is

Spa in Port Stephens has been named the world’s best Luxury

followed by Black

Taking place on Saturday 3

Guesthouse in the 2017 World Luxury Hotel Awards. In the

Forest brulee and

March 2018 between 1.30pm

STEPHENS

awards ceremony in Switzerland, the property also scooped the

tea and coffee, with

and 3pm, the event will include

RESORT

2017 award for best Luxury Coastal Resort.

a vegetarian option

a 45 minute Q&A with Mia, led

SCOOPS

The awards are a fitting way to mark the completion of an

of soda battered

by NBN’s Natasha Beyersdorf,

18-month, multi-million dollar renovation, which culminated

parsnips, available

in the recent opening of an infinity pool to complement the

on request.

LUXURY AWARDS

refurbished restaurants, whiskey and wine bar, gym with a view,

A children’s menu

and the indulgent Spa Lucca. If you’d like to experience The

is also available:

Anchorage yourself, visit anchorageportstephens.com.au,

chicken schnitzel

or call 02 4984 0339.

with chips and gravy,

and of course a delicious sweet and savoury high tea.

Tickets cost $80 and are available from the helpdesk at New Lambton or by calling 02 4935 1200.

followed by ice cream sundae with NEW LAMBTON

FEBRUARY

APRIL

Monday: The Grill

Monday: The Grill

Burger of the month and

Seafood basket and

Doors open from

SPECIALS

beverage* $15(M)/$20(G)

beverage* $16(M)/$21(G)

11.30am. Adults

Visit Wests New

Tuesday: New Beijing

Tuesday: New Beijing

Lambton food court

Chicken Pad Thai

and grab yourself

$10(M)/$14(G)

a weekday special!

Wednesday and Thursday:

Available for both

The Bistro

lunch and dinner.

Half kg chicken schnitzel

FOOD COURT

with creamy seafood

Ramen $10(M)/$14(G)* Wednesday and Thursday: The Bistro Mini beef Wellington $18(M)/$22(G)*

topping $18(M)/$24(G)* *Schooner of beer or

chocolate topping.

KNIGHTS

KNIGHTS COMMUNITY OPEN DAY – JOIN

$30, children $15,

IN THE FUN

bookings essential.

Join Knights players past and

Call 02 4935

present and the coaching team

1200 or visit the

for a morning of free fun for

helpdesk.

all of the family at McDonald

Downstairs at the

Jones Stadium on Saturday 17

bistro, meanwhile,

February. Taking place from

New Lambton’s

9am-12pm, there’s face painting

MARCH

glass of house wine or

special Mother’s

and jumping castles for the kids,

Monday: The Grill

schooner of soft drink

Day meal is chicken

while members – including those

Half kg parmigiana and

Kiev followed by

who sign up on the day – can

beverage* $16(M)/$21(G)

profiteroles, $20(M)

enjoy a free sausage sizzle, get

Tuesday: New Beijing

$25(G)*. The Bistro

exclusive access to the inner

Laksa $10(M)/$14(G)

is open 11.30am-

sanctum of the stadium with the

Wednesday and Thursday: The Bistro BBQ pork riblets and chicken wings $18(M)/$22(G)

2.30pm, and 5pm-

players, and even take part in

8.30pm on Mother’s

a mock press conference with

Day, and a full

some of the players. For more

bistro menu is also

information, and to register for

available.

your chance to win a 2018 signed jersey, visit knightshub.com.au

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OVER $52,000 TO BE WON EACH WEEK!

WESTS REGULAR ACTIVITIES MAYFIELD

NEW LAMBTON

CARDIFF

NELSON BAY

BINGO MONDAY TO FRIDAY Sales 10am - Play 11am

BINGO MONDAY, WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY Sales 10am - Play 11am

BINGO MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY Sales 10am - Play 11am

MONDAY Sales 6.30pm - Play 7.30pm

MONDAY AND THURSDAY Sales 6.30pm - Play Starts 7.30pm

BINGO Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday Sales 10.15am - Play 11am

Electronic Bingo is available at all sessions. Playing for $40 Charlestown Square Eftpos cards

Electronic Bingo is available at all sessions. Playing for $40 Charlestown Square Eftpos cards. $7000 in cards to be won each week

Electronic bingo is available at all sessions. Playing for $40 Charlestown Square Eftpos cards

Electronic Bingo is available at all sessions. Playing for $40 Charlestown Square Eftpos cards

WEDNESDAY Sales 6.15pm - Play 7pm

CASH HOUSIE THURSDAY Sales 10am - Play 11am In support of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.

CASH HOUSIE WEDNESDAY Sales 6pm - Play 7pm Presented by Hunter Life Education.

Over $8000 in cards to be won each week from bingo and cash housie.

Prizes subject to sales.

RAFFLES WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY Sales 5.30pm - Drawn 6.30pm SATURDAY Sales 12.30pm - Drawn 1.30pm

HOY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY Sales 10am - Play 11am Playing for $30 Charlestown Square Eftpos cards. $3150 in cards to be won each week RAFFLES WEDNESDAY Sales 4.30pm - Drawn 6pm SUNDAY Sales 10.30am - Drawn 12pm

Electronic bingo is available.

Playing for $40 Charlestown Square Eftpos cards. Over $5200 in cards to be won each week HOY WEDNESDAY Sales 10.15am - Play 11am Playing for $20 Charlestown Square Eftpos cards.

Over $815 in cards to be won each week

$3700 in Charlestown Square Eftpos cards to be won each week

RAFFLES WEDNESDAY Members free raffle Sales 5pm - Drawn 6pm

$5000 in prizes to be won each week

CITY

Present your Wests membership card to receive $10 worth of tickets

POKER* Weekly prize dependent on players

HOY TUESDAY AND THURSDAY Sales 10am - Play 11am

THURSDAY AND FRIDAY Sales 6pm - Drawn 7pm

EVERY DAY 6.30pm, play from 7.30pm

Playing for $20 Charlestown Square Eftpos cards.

Over $1200 in vouchers to be won each week

SUNDAY Sales 11am - Drawn 12pm

MONDAY 12.30pm, play from 1.30pm FRIDAY 11.15pm, play from 12am SATURDAY 7pm, play from 8pm SUNDAY 4pm, play from 5pm

RAFFLES FRIDAY Sales 5.30pm - Drawn 6.30pm

Over $4500 in cards to be won each week from bingo and cash housie. Prizes subject to sales.

RAFFLES WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SUNDAY Sales 4.30pm - Drawn 6.15pm Over $2000 in prizes to be won each week POKER* Weekly prize pool $6000+ SUNDAY 12.30pm, play from 1pm

SUNDAY Sales 11.30am - Drawn 12.30pm Over $3000 in prizes to be won each week

SUNDAY Sales 3.30pm - Drawn 4.30pm Over $1800 in prizes to be won each week *Entry fees payable

2017 memberships expire 28 February 2018

RENEW YOUR WESTS MEMBERSHIP TODAY! R E N E W N OW A N D CO N T I N U E TO E N J OY THE BENEFITS OF W E S T S M E M B E R S H I P, INCLUDING: • 15% DISCOUNTS ON DRINKS • 10% DISCOUNTS ON FOOD • DISCOUNTS ON ACCOMMODATION AND ENTERTAINMENT • EARN WESTS REWARDS POINTS • ACCESS OUR BALANCE COLLECTIVE HEALTH CLUBS • GREAT DISCOUNTS AT A VARIETY OF LOCAL RETAILERS˜

FO U R E A S Y WAYS TO R E N E W

CO S T O F MEMBERSHIP

• IN CLUB AT THE HELPDESK

FULL MEMBER $12 - 1 YEAR FULL MEMBERSHIP

• PHONE 02 4935 1200 BETWEEN 9AM AND 10PM

PERPETUAL $110 - JOIN FOR LIFE

• COMPLETE THE ENCLOSED RENEWAL FORM AND POST TO: MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL, PO BOX 72 NEW LAMBTON NSW 2305

PENSIONER ^ $5 - 1 YEAR FULL MEMBERSHIP

• ONLINE AT MYWESTS.COM.AU

*10% off meals in selected Wests restaurants, and 15% off at selected Wests bars. ˜ Discounts and offers vary with each retailer ^To qualify as a pensioner a Government-issued pensioner or Seniors card must be presented.

Visit bit.ly/westsmembers to see the benefits Wests members receive.

10-YEAR PENSIONER ^ $44 - 10 YEARS FULL MEMBERSHIP

The new Kingstown Bar at Wests City tips its hat to the heritage of Newcastle, and is just one of many new developments that form part of a complete renovation of the venue.

Named after Governor King, the King’s Town convict settlement was established around the mouth of the Hunter River in 1801.

The settlement evolved into Kingstown, and then Newcastle, after the famous coal mining city in north east England.

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Our new Kingstown Bar at the newly-revamped Wests City, on the corner of Union Street and King Street, is a nod to the heritage of our wonderful city, and we hope it becomes a firm fixture for the people of our region. Featuring copper pipes and large leather chairs,

the bar has big screens perfect for watching live sport, and a fabulous array of food and beverages.

The renovation of the club also features a brand new dining area with a huge pizza oven for made-to-order pizzas, a new-look foyer and reception

area, while a top-to-toe fit out marks the venue out to be one of the city’s best, complementing the facilities available upstairs at NEX. If you’ve not paid Wests City a visit recently, drop in.

You’ll be very pleasantly surprised.

TURN TO PAGE 24 TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WESTS CITY FOOD OFFERING FROM THE MASTERMIND BEHIND IT, CATERING MANAGER MATT SKELTON.

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Friday 30 March - Monday 2 April 2018 Lunch & Dinner

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NEW LAMBTON Wide selection of seafood, including bucket of prawns, fresh oysters, kilpatrick oysters, signature lemon pepper battered barramundi, half lobster mornay, market fresh fish of the day.

M AY F I E L D Prawn plate lemon and cocktail sauce 250g $11.50(M)/$13.50(G) Baked barramundi $15.50(M)/$17.50(G) Salmon steak $15.50(M)/$17.50(G) Salmon fishcakes $14.50(M)/16.50(G)

CITY Seafood plate Fresh king prawns, panko-crumbed calamari, battered flathead, prawn cutlets, smoked salmon, pecan rocket and apple salad. $26(M)/$30(G)

N E L S O N B AY Chef Hudson’s fresh seafood selection, including fresh fish, prawns, oysters and crustaceans.

Create your own seafood feast.

Prawns, oysters, salmon and calamari – Easter’s made for seafood, and Wests has a sumptuous selection of freshly-caught seafood to enjoy over the holiday weekend.

CARDIFF Prawn plate 200g of cooked prawns w marie rose sauce $12(M)/$14(G) Fresh oysters half doz $16(M)/$18(G) Kilpatrick and Mornay oysters half doz $18(M)/$20(G) Lemon pepper battered barramundi $14(M)/$16(G)

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CHECK OUT THESE EGG-CELLENT PRIZES! $42,500+ TO BE WON! NEW LAMBTON

M AY F I E L D

WEDNESDAY EASTER RAFFLES $2,000 Bar 88 14, 21, 28 MARCH

WEDNESDAY EASTER RAFFLES $1,350 Food Court Lounge 14, 21, 28 MARCH

Sales 4.30pm ✣ Drawn 6pm

Sales 5.30pm ✣ Drawn 6.30pm All regular weekly raffles will also have Easter egg prizes

SUNDAY EASTER RAFFLES $2,000 Bar 88 18, 25 MARCH, 1 APRIL Sales 10.30am ✣ Drawn 12pm

GOOD FRIDAY SEAFOOD RAFFLE

$3,500 Food Court Lounge 30 MARCH

Sales 11am ✣ Drawn 12:30pm

GOOD FRIDAY BINGO 30 MARCH New Lambton: Sales 10am ✣ Play 11am Complimentary Easter egg for all players!

N E L S O N B AY WEDNESDAY EASTER RAFFLES $1,100 Club Foyer 14, 21, 28 MARCH Sales 4.30pm ✣ Drawn 6.15pm

GOOD FRIDAY BINGO 30 MARCH Mayfield: Sales 9:30am ✣ Play 10:30am Complimentary Easter egg for all players!

CARDIFF THURSDAY EASTER RAFFLES $1,100 Food Court Lounge 15, 22, 29 MARCH Sales 6pm ✣ Drawn 7pm

GOOD FRIDAY SEAFOOD RAFFLE

$1,500 Club Foyer 30 MARCH

Sales 4.30pm ✣ Drawn 6.15pm

FRIDAY EASTER RAFFLES

$1,200 Food Court Lounge 16, 23 MARCH

Sales 6pm ✣ Drawn 7pm

GOOD FRIDAY BINGO 30 MARCH Nelson Bay: Sales 10am ✣ Play 11am Complimentary Easter egg for all players!

SUNDAY EASTER RAFFLES

$1,200 Food Court Lounge 18, 25 MARCH, 1 APRIL

Sales 11.30am ✣ Drawn 12.30pm

CITY FRIDAY EASTER RAFFLES $1,000 Club Lounge 16, 23, 30 MARCH Sales 5.30pm ✣ Drawn 6.30pm

SUNDAY EASTER RAFFLES $1,250 Food Court Lounge 18, 25 MARCH, 1 APRIL Sales 3.30pm ✣ Drawn 4.30pm

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GOOD FRIDAY SEAFOOD & MEAT RAFFLE

$1,500 Food Court Lounge 30 MARCH

Sales 6pm ✣ Drawn 7pm

WESTS MEMBERS’ NIGHTS

LADIES MEMBERS’ NIGHT WEDNESDAY 7 MARCH

STARLIGHT ROOM WESTS NEW LAMBTON

The Australian Robbie Williams provides the entertainment for the 2018 Ladies Night, complementing a delicious three-course meal that includes grilled prawns, chicken breast in prosciutto and coconut and lime panna cotta (vegetarian options available on request). Get

OUR POPULAR ANNUAL MEMBERS’ EVENTS INCLUDE GREAT FOOD AND ENTERTAINMENT, AND OFFER TREMENDOUS VALUE!

your glad-rags on, and let him entertain you!

MEN’S MEMBERS’ NIGHT

ster Danny McMa

TUESDAY 13 MARCH

Australian Robbie WIlliams

The Wests Men’s Night offers a great mix of music, laughs and dancing (participation not required!) thanks to Viva La Diva, singer Nikki Bennett and comedian Danny McMaster. Tuck into a great meal including a prawn starter and slow cooked rib-eye main (vegetarian options available on request).

MIXED MEMBERS’ NIGHT WEDNESDAY 14 MARCH A 70s and 80s party to remember, travel back in time with the ultimate 70s and 80s musical experience.

With an alternate drop meal of chicken breast / slow cooked rib eye and coconut and lime panna cotta / death by chocolate, it’s set to be an evening to remember (vegetarian options available on request).

TICKETS $18* PER EVENT (INCLUDES FIVE DRINK VOUCHERS) ON SALE MONDAY 12 FEBRUARY FROM THE HELP DESK AT NEW LAMBTON DOORS: 630PM, MEALS FROM 7PM

Hot Boogie Nights

Nikki Bennett

*Terms and conditions Due to the great value of this event, tickets are only available to full members and are strictly limited to one per member. Your membership card must be shown at point of purchase. Tickets will sell out, so no tickets will be available on the door. Price includes five drink vouchers. No further discounts will apply. No exchange or refunds. Please advise of any dietary requirements at time of booking. For all enquiries, please call 02 4935 1200, or visit westsnewcastle.com.au

WESTERN SUBURBS RUGBY LEAGUE FOOTBALL CLUB PAST AND PRESENT PLAYERS AND OFFICIALS 6PM, MONDAY 14 MAY 2018 STARLIGHT ROOM, WESTS NEW LAMBTON

Annual Reunion

Please complete this form and mail to The Chief Executive Officer, Western Suburbs (N’cle) Leagues Club Ltd, PO Box 72, New Lambton NSW 2305

I will attend (If attending, please enclose $20)

I am unable to attend the reunion

My present address is Name Signature Approx. period associated (eg 1951–1956) Please ensure form is completed as details are used to keep records up to date.

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Win a Holden Astra valued at $21,990 Or one of three holiday cruises on the Pacific Eden

Major draw - Tuesday 13 March 2018. 6.30pm at wests new lambton

Enter our Going Places draw to win A Holden Astra or one of three holiday cruises

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PURCHASE TICKETS FROM ANY WESTS CLUB POINT OF SALE ON OR BEFORE WEDNESDAY 28 FEBRUARY 2018

Entering is as easy as 1 2 3...

TICKETS ARE 250 WESTS REWARD POINTS OR $2.50 EACH COMPLETE YOUR ENTRY TICKET(S) AND PLACE THEM IN THE BARREL PROVIDED AT YOUR PREFERRED WESTS CLUB

DRAW All entries (including winners) will be placed in the minor and major draws at Wests New Lambton at 6.30pm on Tuesday 13 March 2018.

MAJOR PRIZE holden astra Drive away in a 2017 Holden Astra LS sedan 4-door 6-speed automatic 1.4L in gasoline. Prize includes dealer delivery, stamp duty, 12 months’ private registration, 12 months’ CTP insurance and black and white premium plates. RRP $21,990.

MINOR PRIZES holiday CRUISE Depart for an eight-night cruise on 2 October 2018 on Pacific Eden. Enjoy the Taste of New Caledonia trip in an interior twin share cabin for 2 adults. RRP $2,300. Three cruises to be won!

Winners will be notified by phone. Winners names will be published on our website. Terms and conditions apply and are available online at www.westsnewcastle.com.au

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M A K I N G

THE STORY OF THE NEWCASTLE KNIGHTS IS FULL OF ‘I WAS THERE’ MOMENTS. GET READY FOR THE NEW SEASON BY RELIVING SOME OF THE GREATEST HOME GAME HIGHLIGHTS FROM YEARS GONE BY.

KURT GIDLEY SEALS COMEBACK WIN AFTER SIREN 2014 16 westsnewcastle.com.au

For the Knights, who were beaten

it’s over’ as the red and blues scored

the week before, this miraculous win

two tries in the dying minutes. Akuila

over the Melbourne Storm was one

Uate dived over after the siren to

that will be talked about for years to

level the scores, before Kurt Gidley

come. In the 77th minute, leading 30-

stepped up and booted them to

20, the Storm had it all but wrapped

victory. Surely one of the greatest

up, but as they say, ‘it’s not over until

comebacks in Knights history!

It was a definite treat for Knights fans – an absolute drubbing of the South

KNIGHTS RECORD BREAKING WIN OVER SOUTHS 1999

Sydney Rabbitohs in a match the Bunnies would rather forget. A 60-0 thrashing was the red and blue’s biggest victory in the history of the club. Mark Hughes bagged himself a hat-trick while Andrew Johns and Robbie O’Davis crossed over for doubles. True to form, Johns was also magnificent with the boot, as he kicked an impressive eight from eight.

A tricky customer who scored some absolute pearlers through his career, Timana Tahu broke the record for the most tries ever scored for the Knights, 82 tries in 97 games.

One four-pointer in particular will forever be remembered, against the Parramatta Eels.

The speedy winger intercepted the ball 60 metres out and sprinted all the way to the

TIMANA TAHU’S SLAM DUNK TRY 2001

try line. But, it wasn’t just his magnificent try that stood out, he also slam-dunked the ball over the goal post to the delight of the crowd.

At the time Scott Dureau may have been the unlikely alternative to Kurt Gidley

SCOTT DUREAU SNAGS GOLDEN POINT WIN 2008

to take the one-pointer for the Knights against Manly, but the young rookie halfback stepped up to prove he was a cool customer under pressure. The 21-year-old produced a field goal in extra time to drive the Knights to a thrilling 13-12 victory over their arch rivals. Safe to say that field goal was undoubtedly one of Dureau’s career highlights and one he won’t forget.

The Knights couldn’t let Danny Buderus retire without making at least one conversion for his entire career. The Australia and NSW Origin representative got the chance to boot his way to glory in his last home game for the Knights against the Parramatta Eels. While he may not have been known for his kicking prowess, Buderus beautifully struck the ball through the middle of the posts. A superb

DANNY BUDERUS’ CONVERSION AT FINAL HOME GAME 2013

100 per cent accuracy with one from one!

*Terms and Conditions apply

ways to say “I love you, Mum” M A K E S U N DAY 13 M AY A DAY T O R E M E M BE R

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PURE INDULGENCE

Spa Lucca at The Anchorage Hotel and Spa, Port Stephens, is the ideal place to take mum for some pure relaxation.

From facials to whole body massages, and everything else in between, Spa Lucca’s team of experts will ensure mum is treated like royalty.

Call 02 4984 0330, visit spalucca.com.

au or email info@spalucca.com.au

TICKETS TO A SHOW If mum loves live entertainment, why not treat her to tickets to the upcoming Marina Prior and David Hobson show. Back by popular demand after rave reviews in 2017, the duo takes to the stage at New Lambton on Friday 20 July 2018. Tickets are $59 and available from bit.ly/MarinaAndDavid 18 westsnewcastle.com.au

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THE GIFT OF CHOICE With a Wests gift card you can treat mum to whatever she wants. A visit to T-Bones at Cardiff, experience Lure at New Lambton, a glass of bubbles at Mayfield, a pizza from the new pizza oven at City or a trip to the Brasserie at Nelson Bay… whatever she desires she can have!

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DINE OUT High-tea at The Anchorage Hotel and Spa, Port Stephens is a sumptuous Mother’s Day treat with sandwiches, pastries and a glass of sparkling to delight.

Call 02 4984 2555 to book, and do so early for Mother’s Day. If you want to treat Mum to a meal, then head to the Starlight Room at New Lambton for a two-course meal, including oven roasted chicken breast, and live entertainment from Crocq Trio, or visit T-Bones at Cardiff and enjoy baked Atlantic salmon or slow roast sirloin followed by Eaton mess or vanilla bean brulee. For more details turn to page 2.

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TRIP TO THE CHOCOLATE CAFÉ From the enticing chocolate fountain smothered over strawberry and marshmallow skewers, golden waffles and freshly-cooked churros to a Callebaut chocolate pot or amazing

ALL WESTS CLUBS WILL BE OFFERING A MOTHER’S DAY BISTRO SPECIAL. KEEP AN EYE OUT IN CLUB

choc chip cookie ice cream sandwiches,

AND ON THE WEBSITE,

plus a whole range of beautiful gelatos,

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the Chocolate Café at New Lambton is perfect for Mother’s Day. Open daily from 4pm.

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WHAT’S ON

YOUR GUIDE TO LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT WESTS

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TICKETS FOR ANY EVENT AT WESTS, VISIT WESTSNEWCASTLE.COM.AU WESTS NEW LAMBTON

BOYS IN THE BAND Sunday 18 MARCH Time 8pm Doors open 7.15pm Ticket price M: $39 G: $44 Featuring songs from Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons, The Beatles, Bee Gees and more. bit.ly/BoysInTheBand

28 feb

WESTS NEW LAMBTON

MELINDA SCHNEIDER

23 mar

Friday 23 March

18 mar WESTS NELSON BAY

THE EAGLES SHOW: THE HEART OF THE MATTER Saturday 24 February Time 8pm Doors open 7pm Ticket price $25 18+ event A stunning journey through The Eagles’ back catalogue courtesy of the uber-talented Paul McGovern. bit.ly/TheEaglesShow

NEX AT WESTS CITY

DAVID DUCHOVNY wednesday 28 february Time 8pm Doors open 7.30pm Ticket price $76.60+BF VIP Meet & Greet Package $289.90+BF 18+ event The man most famous for his role in TV’s The X Files introduces his second album, after sell-out gigs in Europe and the U.S. bit.ly/DuchovnyNEX

WESTS CARDIFF

BLOOD, SWEAT AND BEERS Friday 9 March Time 8.30pm Doors open 7.15pm Ticket price M: $35 G: $40 Original members of AC/DC, Rose Tattoo, Screaming Jets and The Angels; Mark Evans, Angry Anderson, Grant Walmsley, Jim Hilbun, Dai Pritchard and Greg Aldridge deliver two hours of classic Australian rock! bit.ly/BloodSweatBeersCardiff

Time 8.30pm Doors open 7.45pm Ticket price M: $40 G: $45 C: $20 A stunning homage to the Great Women of Country. bit.ly/GreatWomenOfCountry

WESTS NEW LAMBTON

JOHN WAITE

Tuesday 27 March Time 8pm Doors open 7.15pm Ticket price $69 VIP Ticket price $179 John Waite, lead singer of British groups The Babys and Bad English, performs hits from his career. bit.ly/JohnWaiteWests

WESTS FREE LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Every week be entertained by a variety of live music. These events are free of charge, and open to those aged 18 and over. Visit westsnewcastle.com.au for line up.

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WESTS NEW LAMBTON

WESTS CARDIFF

WESTS NELSON BAY

Marble Bar

Macquarie Room

Lounge

Tuesday and Thursday

Saturday

Friday and Saturday

Time 4pm–5:30pm

Time 8pm–11:30pm

Time 9:30pm–late

Friday and Saturday

Sunday

Time 9:30pm–12:30am

Time 12pm-2.30pm

WESTS MATINEE CONCERTS Every month, spend an afternoon being entertained by guest artists, selected with senior members in mind. These events are free of charge, and open to those aged 18 and over.

WESTS NEW LAMBTON

THE SUN RECORDS ALLSTARS Wednesday 4 April Time 8pm Doors open 7.15pm Ticket price $46 Relive the music from the famed Sun Records recording studios in 50s Memphis, Tennessee from Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins and Jerry Lee Lewis. bit.ly/SunRecordsWNL

WESTS NELSON BAY

DIESEL - 30 YEAR THANG Friday 6 April Time 8pm Doors open 7.15pm Ticket price M: $40 G: $45 18+ event A trip through Diesel’s 15 albums and 30 years of music. bit.ly/DieselWNB

WESTS NELSON BAY

CHOIRBOYS Friday 13 April

Time 8pm Doors open 7.15pm Ticket price M: $35 G: $40 18+ event Enjoy original pub rock in this fabulous live show. bit.ly/ChoirboysWNB

WESTS NEW LAMBTON

WESTS MAYFIELD

WESTS NELSON BAY

WESTS CARDIFF

Starlight Room

The Showroom

Auditorium

Macquarie Room

Second Sunday of every month

Third Sunday of every month

Last Sunday of every month

Second Friday of every month

Time 1pm

Time 2pm

Time 2pm

Time 1.30pm

Doors open 12pm

Doors open 1pm

Doors open 1pm

Doors open 1pm

WESTS NEW LAMBTON

SIXTIES INTERNATIONAL HITMAKERS FEATURING THE CRYSTALS Sunday 22 April Time 8pm Doors open 7.15pm Ticket price M: $40 G: $45 Three fabulous rock n roll acts take to the stage Chris Montez – who was once supported by The Beatles - and the Allstars are joined by The Crystals, who had hits with 60s classics And Then He Kissed Me, Da Do Ron Ron Ron and He’s a Rebel. bit.ly/60sHitmakers

NEX AT WESTS CITY

SIMPLE PLAN THURDAY 26 april Time 7pm Doors open 6.30pm Ticket price $79 Multi-platinum Canadian poppunk legends Simple Plan bring their No Pads, No Helmets... Just Balls 15th Anniversary World Tour to Australia! bit.ly/SimplePlanWests

26 apr WESTS NEW LAMBTON

FASTLOVE

A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL Wednesday 2 May Time 8pm Doors open 7.15pm Ticket price A: $55 C: $50 A stellar evening celebrating the work of George Michael, including classic renditions of Careless Whisper, Freedom, Faith, Father Figure, One More Try, Outside, Jesus To A Child, Kissing A Fool, and many more. bit.ly/GeorgeMichaelFastLove

WESTS NELSON BAY

ROCK ‘N’ MAY AT THE BAY Friday 18 and Saturday 19 May Friday: Blue Suede Boppers Time 7.30pm Doors open 6pm

Saturday: Rave On Time 7.30pm Doors open 6pm Free entry bit.ly/RocknMayWests

Did you know:

Wests members receive discounts on selected events. Please present your membership card at time of purchase, or if purchasing online enter your membership number in the discount code field.

Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded. Smart casual attire is required in all areas of the club. No further discounts apply.

M = Member’s Price. G = Guest’s Price. C = Children’s Price. CN = Concession Price. BF = Booking Fee.

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THE WESTS DIRECTORY SOCIAL & SPORTING CLUB DIRECTORY

CLUB NAME

FOR MORE INFO CONTACT

CONTACT

CLUB NAME

FOR MORE INFO CONTACT

CONTACT

Wests Football Club

Neil Scarr

0435 892 305

Sue Moodie

0438 984 211

Central Newcastle Swimming Club

Nicole Quinn (President) nicole@safealert.com.au

0438 538 531

Wests Schoolboys Football Club

Wests Arts & Crafts

Cath Parry

02 4958 3079

Russell Durrant

02 4984 8323

Stephanie Bortkevitch (Secretary) Marilyn Welham

02 4956 1115

Nelson Bay RSL Sub Branch (Secretary)

02 4955 6969

02 4984 1535

Karyn Audet

0414 359 497

Nelson Bay Boot Scooters

Mel Smith

West Seniors Basketball Club

02 4981 1471

Robert Redpath (Secretary)

0414 237 086

Nelson Bay Rock & Roll Club

Keith Barnard

Wests Junior Cricket Wests Cricket Club

Steve Petherbridge

0432 634 772

Neil Van Oosterom

0410 272 068

Wests Junior Hockey Club

Matt Lewsam

0410 443 418

Nelson Bay Social Bridge Club

Wests Social Golf Club

Michael Pearce

0488 102 227

Nelson Bay Euchre Club

Elizabeth Skillicorn

0474 522 896

Wests New Lambton Men’s Bowling Club

Stan Wrzeczycki (President) John Fowler (Secretary)

02 4967 1760 02 4943 9906

Diggers Bowls Club

Pat Janes

02 4984 3146

Diggers Swimming Club

Don Forsyth

02 4984 4441

Diggers Fishing Club

Barry Malvern

02 4984 7274

Nelson Bay Craft Club

Heather King

02 4981 2055

Wests City Bridge Club

Reg Fraser (President) Lynne Saunders (Secretary)

02 4959 7776 02 4929 5427

West Leagues Netball Club

Wests New Lambton Women’s Bowling Club

Marcia Dockrill

02 4930 5500

Phoenix Sports Social (Golf) Club

Bruce Terry

02 4969 3666

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS – MEMBERSHIP CARD To gain entry into all Wests clubs, the Registered Clubs Act requires that you present a valid membership card or proof that you reside outside the 5km radius of the Club. Upon entry you will be requested to show your card or proof of residence to our staff.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS – DRESS CODE

shoes, gang colours, swimwear, hoodies or bare feet are not permitted. Helmets to be removed while on Club premises. Caps must be removed if requested by staff.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS – UNDER 18 YEARS A responsible adult must accompany anyone under 18 years on Club premises and be carefully supervised at all times.

The Club Dress Code requires all clothing to be neat and tidy. Offensive clothing, untidy, dirty or torn clothes/

Wests supports the responsible service of alcohol and the responsible conduct of gambling.

All details correct at time of going to press. Please contact your local Wests club for updates or visit westsnewcastle.com.au. Trading hours are subject to change.

Please call club reception for holiday trading hours. Member entry only after 1am.

Monday Burrito $15M /$21G Tuesday Cancun Chicken Wings $15M /$24G

Thursday Taco $15M /$21G Choice of filling, rice and corn Friday and Saturday Buy one margarita get one free

Wednesday Rattle Steak $20M /$32G PLUS! KIDS EAT FREE Sun-Tues

M = Member G = Guest. Conditions apply. Daily specials count as a full-priced main meal for the purposes of the Kids Eat Free promotion.

With a reputation for friendly, attentive service, Craig and Martin offer competitive prices without sacrificing quality.

02 4952 3533 for appointments

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Cnr Hobart and Rugby Rd New Lambton NSW 2305 Open Monday to Friday 8.30am–5pm Open Saturday 8.30am–1pm

PRICES FOR WESTS MEMBERS

ALL MAIL TO BE DIRECTED TO:

Ladies’ Cuts $30 Pensioner $27 Men’s Cuts $20 Pensioner $16 Ladies’ Perm (Pensioner) from $66 Colours starting from $50

Western Suburbs (N’cle) Leagues Club Limited ABN 24 000 973 919 PO Box 72 New Lambton NSW 2305

CLUB DIRECTORY WESTS NEW LAMBTON

open 7 days

Sunday – Thursday (and public holidays) 9am – 4am Friday and Saturday 9am – 6am Address 88 Hobart Road, New Lambton NSW 2305 Phone 02 4935 1200 Web westsnewcastle.com.au Email info@westsnewcastle.com.au RESTAURANTS

02 4935 1200

Lure (Level 1) Dinner Tuesday-Saturday

open 5 nights 5.30pm – 9.30pm

Chophouse Grill (Level 1) Dinner Group bookings recommended

open 7 nights 5pm – 10pm

Emerald Gardens (Level 1) Dinner Group bookings recommended

open 7 nights 5.30pm – late

Cantina Mexican Restaurant (Ground Floor) Dinner

open 7 nights 5pm – 9pm

Wests Bistro (Ground Floor) open 7 days (Takeaway meals available till 8.30pm) Lunch 11.30am – 2.30pm Dinner 5pm – 8.30pm

WESTS MAYFIELD

open 7 days

Sunday – Thursday 9.30am – 1am Friday and Saturday 9.30am – 3am Address 32 Industrial Drive, Mayfield NSW 2304 Phone 02 4903 6100 Email mayfield@westsnewcastle.com.au Web westsnewcastle.com.au RESTAURANTS 02 4903 6393 Pizza & Grill open 7 days Breakfast Monday - Friday 6am - 9.30am Breakfast Saturday and Sunday 7am - 10am Lunch Saturday – Sunday 11.30am – 2.30pm Dinner

5pm – 9pm

RESTAURANTS The Kitchen Lunch

Dinner

Patisserie Monday – Sunday

BARS Kingstown Bar Monday – Sunday

open 7 days 9.30am – 8.30pm

Wests Bistro (Takeaway meals available) open 7 days Lunch 11.30am – 2.30pm Dinner 5pm – 8.30pm Beijing Buffet (Takeaway meals available) Lunch Saturday and Sunday Dinner Monday – Sunday Reload Café Monday – Friday Saturday and Sunday

open 7 days 11.30am – 2.30pm 5pm – 8.30pm open 7 days 7am – 6pm 8am – 1pm

Breakfast on the Terrace (Level 1) Monday – Friday 6.30am – 9.30am Saturday and Sunday (and public holidays) 7am – 10am Large group bookings recommended

BARS Players Bar Sunday – Thursday Friday and Saturday

open 7 days 9.30am – 12.30am 9.30am – 2.30am

Emporium 88 (Ground Floor) Monday – Sunday

FoodCourt Bar Sunday – Thursday Friday and Saturday

open 7 days 11.30am – 9pm 11.30am – 10pm

Patisserie (Ground Floor) Monday – Sunday

open 7 days 10am – 2am open 7 days 6.30am – 8.30pm

New Beijing (Ground Floor) Lunch Dinner

open 7 days 11.30am – 2.30pm 5pm – 8.30pm

The Grill (Ground Floor) Lunch Dinner

open 7 days 11.30am – 2.30pm 5pm – 8.30pm

Chocolate Café (Level 1) Sunday – Thursday Friday and Saturday BARS

open 7 days 4pm – 9.30pm 4pm – midnight

Hopsmith Sports Bar (TAB) (Level 1) Sunday – Thursday Friday and Saturday Marble Bar (Level 1) Friday – Saturday Entertainment Fri and Sat Bar 88 (Ground Floor) Monday – Sunday FoodCourt Bar (Ground Floor) Monday – Sunday Players Bar (Ground Floor) Sunday – Thursday Friday and Saturday Light snacks available

open 7 days 10am – 12am 10am – 3am

open 7 nights 4pm – late 9.30pm – 12.30am open 7 days 9am – late open 7 days 11.30am – 8.30pm open 7 days 10am – 3am 10am – 4.30am 10am – late

WESTS NEW LAMBTON BOWLING CLUB Address 1A Tauranga Road, New Lambton For full opening hours please contact the Help Desk on 02 4935 1200 THE EXECUTIVE INN, NEWCASTLE open 7 days Address 10 Rugby Road, New Lambton NSW 2305 Phone 02 4935 1100 Email exec@executiveinn.com.au Web executiveinn.com.au THE GATEWAY INN, NEWCASTLE open 7 days Address 26 William Street, Mayfield NSW 2304 Phone 02 4903 6300 Email stay@gatewayinn.net.au Web gatewayinn.net.au

WESTS CITY open 7 days Sunday – Thursday 10am – 1am Friday and Saturday 10am – 3am Address 309 King St, Newcastle West NSW 2302 Phone 02 4926 6200 Email city@westsnewcastle.com.au Web westsnewcastle.com.au

WESTS NELSON BAY

open 7 days

Sunday – Thursday 9am – 12.30am Friday and Saturday 9am – 2.30am Address 88 Shoal Bay Road, Nelson Bay NSW 2315 Phone 02 4981 1344 Email nb@westsnewcastle.com.au Web westsnewcastle.com.au RESTAURANTS Bay Brasserie (Level 1) Lunch Sunday Sunday – Thursday Friday and Saturday Bay Diner (Ground Floor) Lunch Monday – Saturday Dinner Tuesday – Thursday Friday and Saturday

02 4981 1344 open 7 nights 12noon – 2pm 5.30pm – 8.30pm 5.30pm – 9pm 12noon – 2pm 5pm – 9pm 5pm – 10pm

Bay Café (Ground Floor)

open 7 days 9am – late

BARS Main Bar

open 7 days 9am – late

Brasserie Bar

open 7 nights from 5.30pm – late

WESTS CARDIFF

open 7 days

Sunday – Thursday 9.30am – 1am Friday and Saturday 9.30am – 3am Address 18 Munibung Road, Cardiff NSW 2285 Phone 02 4979 1900 Email cardiff@westsnewcastle.com.au Web westsnewcastle.com.au RESTAURANTS T-Bones Tex-Mex Dinner

The Kitchen Lunch

Dinner

Espresso Gelato Sunday – Thursday Friday and Saturday BARS Jordan Bar Sunday – Thursday Friday and Saturday Light snacks available

02 4979 1900 open Tues – Sat 5.30pm – 9.30pm open 7 days 11.30am – 2.30pm 5pm – 8.30pm open 7 days 10am – 8.30pm 10am – 9pm open 7 days 10am – 1am 10am – 3am 3pm – close

Patisserie Monday – Sunday

Main Bar Monday – Sunday

open 7 days 11.30am – 2pm 5.30pm – 8.30pm open 7 days 10am – 9pm open 7 days 11.30am – late open 7 days 10am – late

THE ANCHORAGE open 7 days Address Corlette Point Road, Corlette NSW 2315 Phone 02 4984 2555 Email info@anchorageportstephens.com.au Web anchorageportstephens.com.au RESTAURANTS The Galley Kitchen Breakfast 7am-10:30am

open 7 days

Lunch 12pm-3pm Dinner 6pm–10pm The Wild Herring Dinner 6pm to late

open Friday-Sunday

BARS Hemingway’s Bar open 7 days 3.30pm to late Spa Lucca open 7 Days Address Corlette Point Road, Corlette NSW 2315 Phone 02 4984 0330 Email info@spalucca.com.au Web spalucca.com.au BALANCE NEW LAMBTON open 7 days 24/7 ACCESS for 24/7 members Monday – Friday 6am – 10pm Saturday 7am – 10pm Sunday 9am – 10pm Address Tauranga Road, New Lambton NSW 2305 Phone 02 4903 6200 Email gym@balancecollective.com.au Web balancecollective.com.au BALANCE MAYFIELD open 7 days Monday – Friday 5.30am – 10pm Saturday and Sunday 7am – 6pm Address 32 Industrial Drive, Mayfield NSW 2304 Phone 02 4903 6200 Email info@balancecollective.com.au BALANCE NELSON BAY open 7 days Monday – Friday 6am – 9pm Saturday and Sunday 8am – 6pm Address 88 Shoal Bay Road, Nelson Bay NSW 2315 Phone 02 4903 6200 Email nb@balancecollective.com.au BALANCE CARDIFF open 7 days 24/7 ACCESS for 24/7 members Monday – Friday 6am – 11am Monday – Wednesday 3pm – 5pm Thursday 3pm – 6pm Address 18 Munibung Road, Cardiff NSW 2285 Phone 02 4903 6200 Email cardiffgym@balancecollective.com.au BALANCE CITY open 7 days Monday – Friday 5am – 9pm Saturday and Sunday 7am – 6pm Address 593-597 Hunter Street, Newcastle NSW 2300 Phone 02 4903 6200 Email city@balancecollective.com.au CAFÉ Nourish Café Monday – Friday

6am – 3pm

NEWCASTLE KNIGHTS General enquiries Membership

02 4028 9100 1300 465 644

MINUTES WITH

MATT SKELTON CATERING MANAGER WESTS CITY

work home, but I find you get

turntable. We’re also going to

more out of yourself when you

be doing hot bar snacks for

push yourself, and I enjoy the

Kingstown Bar, plates of food

accountability.

– baskets of chicken wings,

The whole place has been

calamari and wedges.

renovated over the past

In some ways catering for big

few months, and it’s looking

events for NEX is easier than the

fantastic. Front of house has

day to day. We can have events

I joined Wests in 2010. I actually

chef manager at New Lambton,

applied for a sous chef role

and then this role at City came

been done, the kitchen’s

on here at NEX for over 800

in the Brasserie, which is now

up in early 2017.

been done, obviously the new

people, but you have a menu,

Chophouse, at New Lambton,

It’s a broader role here, and

Kingstown Bar bar at the front is

you have a service time and

but after the interview they

I have a great team working

looking superb.

you know what you’re in for. The

offered me the position of

with me. I do the rostering, the

The new pizza restaurant’s

challenge is more the logistics of

function chef, working across a

ordering and staff management,

going to be great. We’ll be doing

moving that much food from the

number of restaurants. It was

there’s more managerial work to

freshly made pizza bases in a

kitchens downstairs. If you plan it

great, because you get involved

do now, but it’s great. We need to

top-of-the-line pizza oven from

well it’s fine – you’ve got to plan

in everything and it was a great

be very planned and organised,

Italy with gas and wood.

meticulously, and plan

introduction to the business.

but I love the role – it’s been

It’s around 2m square on a

in advance.

From there I moved into a sous

a great career move for me.

chef role at Mayfield for a year,

There’s more responsibility and

had around five years as function

more pressure, I take a lot more

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CHECK OUT WESTS CITY FOOD O N L I N E AT b i t . l y / C i t y e a t s

High Tea with Mia WE INVITE YOU TO BE INSPIRED BY BOLD PERSONALITIES, SAVVY OPINION AND DELIGHTFUL FOOD AND DRINK AT THE WESTS ANNUAL HIGH TEA EVENT.

Our special guest this year is Mia Freedman; the co-founder and creative director of the Mamamia Women’s Media Company, the thriving, multi-media business that she started as a blog in her lounge room.

The event will be hosted by NBN’s Natasha Beyersdorf who will delve into Mia’s reality during a 45 minute Q & A session to speak about her imperfectly balanced life as one of Australia’s Most Influential Women as named by the Australian Financial Review.

Guests will be treated to an afternoon of culinary splendour, while enjoying a stunning line-up of fashions presented

by Charlestown Square’s Natalie Baker.

Last year’s event was sold out, so be sure to book your place.

STARLIGHT ROOM WESTS NEW LAMBTON

SATURDAY 3RD MARCH 1.30PM FOR A 2PM START PRICE $80* (18+ EVENT)

INCLUDES:

a Natash orf Beyersd

Your own teacup to take home A glass of Peacock Lane Premium Cuvee on arrival High tea & unlimited tea & coffee

Tickets available online at westsnewcastle.com.au or by calling 02 4935 1200

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*No further discounts apply

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7 DAYS ALL-AREAS ACCESS TO BALANCE COLLECTIVE

5 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS CITY MAYFIELD CARDIFF NEW LAMBTON NELSON BAY 02 4903 6200 BALANCECOLLECTIVE.COM.AU

VISIT US AND MENTION THIS OFFER TO ENJOY 7 DAYS COMPLIMENTARY ALL-AREAS ACCESS ACROSS OUR 5 CONVENIENT LOCATIONS. CONDITIONS APPLY Download our BALANCE app Follow us @balancecollective

Offer available to Wests members who mention this offer and who are not current financial members of Balance Collective.

Current members when they mention this offer will enjoy a 7 day upgrade of their membership. Limit of one offer per person.

Offer is valid until 30th April 2018 and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. 7 day access runs for 7 consecutive days from first day of activation. Voucher gives access to all classes and facilities at all venues, excluding crèche and recovery room, subject to availability. Voucher cannot be redeemed for cash. Visit balancecollective.com.au for full offer details.