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PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Dear Member,

With the financial year now at an end, it is again time for those of our members who have to pay tax to file the necessary papers, and I hope all will receive refunds.

Our financial year also ended on 30th June and early indications point to another solid year’s trading from our Club. As I have stated in numerous reports the end result comes down to many factors, including good management from C.E.O. Chris McCarthy and his team and most importantly you the member for your continued support.

I am pleased to report at last that the carpark opposite the Club has now been resealed and linemarked. This carpark is under the control of Rail Corp and we have been in constant correspondence with them for nearly four years regarding an upgrade for commuters and club users alike. While it has been a long time coming the end result is a first class job.

The “Hawks” Development Application is still with Council at the time of writing and hopefully will be finalised very soon.

The Sportsmen Lunch for the Adam Gardiner Fund was a great success. The event made nearly $12,000, which goes to the running of the Amyloidosis Clinic at Westmead Hospital. Our Club is honoured to be the major sponsor of this Fund which supports the work of specialists in the battle against Amyloidosis (a rare blood disorder which affects the proteins in the body).

I would like to acknowledge the efforts of staff members Hanz Mendez, Chris Kalligas, Karen Stansfield, Juan Gonzalez, and Samantha Ishizuka who, by their quick action helped revive a club member who suffered a heart attack in the Club recently. Medical staff that later treated the member praised their work and stated that in their opinion, their actions saved the man’s life. It is good to know that the club has well-trained, dedicated staff on hand to assist in an emergency. Well done to all those staff involved.

In conclusion, on behalf of the board, management and staff may I again sincerely thank all members who support our Club, and I hope that you continue to enjoy the facilities we provide.

Keith Aggett. President

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

The Annual General Meeting of the Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club will be held in the Willandra Room at the Club on Thursday 20th November 2014 at 7.30pm. A further notice of the meeting will be sent to all members by 31st October 2014, with copies of the Income Statement and Balance Sheet for the year ended 30th June 2014. NOMINATION FOR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Nominations for the position of Director of Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club Ltd. open on 30th July 2014 and close at 6pm on Wednesday 13th August 2014 Nomination forms are available on request from the General Manager, and attention is drawn to Articles 49(a) ii and (iii) of the Club’s Constitution, which requires members to have the following qualifications to be able to nominate for director.

1. To be a full member of the club

2. To be a full member of the club for at least 3 years standing as at the opening of nominations - if they joined the club after the Club’s AGM on 24th November 2011 and prior to the AGM on 21st November 2013.

3. To be a full member of the club with at least 5 years standing as at the opening of nominations - if they joined the club after the conclusion of the AGM on 21st November 2013. Attention is also drawn to Article 52 of the Constitution, which requires that a nomination for election of Directors shall be made in writing and signed by two (2) members of the Club and by the nominee, who shall also signify his/her consent to the nomination. Please note also that Article 51(c) of the Club’s Constitution denotes that election is for a two (2) year period. A passport type photo suitable for reproduction in the journal and details of the nominee in 30 words or less should also be supplied. The photo and details submitted by nominees will be printed in the Annual Report, which will be posted to all members by 31st October 2014. An information kit for prospective Directors, outlining duties and responsibilities, can also be obtained from the General Manager.

BALLOT FOR THE BOARD

The conduct of an election ballot, if necessary, will take place at the following times: Thursday 13th November 2014 - 12 noon to 8.00pm. Friday 14th November 2014 - 12 noon to 8.00pm. Saturday 15th November 2014 - 12 noon to 8.00pm.

C.A.

McCARTHY GENERAL MANAGER

$15,000 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL DRAW

RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP BEFORE 31st JULY

you will receive one (1) ENTRY TICKET to enter the $15,000 Membership Renewal Draw on Sunday 3rd August . Prizes include a fantastic range of lifestyle products with the added bonus that you can either accept your winning prize from the display or accept a voucher to redeem at Holman’s Eastwood Betta Home Living for the same value as the prize. See the Betta Home Living advert on page 13. *(This does not apply to the cash or gaming console prizes, Wii U or iPad Mini). If you are a 1-year member who joined from 1st Jan 2014 to 30th April 2014, or a 5-year member whose membership expires on 30th June 2015 or later (and who joined before 30th June 2014), or a perpetual member, you are entitled to three (3) entry tickets. Your tickets will be available to collect at reception on the day of the draw on 3rd August (see below) between 3.30pm and 5.30pm.

Plus $3,000 CASH (4 x $450 and 2 x $600), 1 x Play Station 4 console bundle, 1 x Wii U, 1 x iPad Mini and 1 x XBox1 console bundle.

THE BIG DRAW: SUNDAY

3rd AUGUST

Entry tickets may be deposited into the ticket barrel between 3.30pm and when the barrel closes at 5.30pm. The draw starts at 6:00pm. See club

www.releagues.com.au

ONLINE RENEWALS

With over 25 years’ dedicated service to club members caterer Sidney Ho’s Palm Court Bistro has been a longserving dining institution at Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club. The Bistro has certainly seen some changes during that time but continues to evolve as a prominent dining destination in the local area – the weekend queues vouch for that!

Sidney’s staff have a great sense of teamwork and strive to make everyone’s experience as smooth and enjoyable as possible. With a wide range of menu choices and over 150 dishes from which to choose The Palm Court Bistro delivers versatile and appetising favourites from Asian to vegetarian, seafood, grills, carvery, chef specials, salads, desserts and a delicious menu for children, priced from a very reasonable $7.50.

There’s also a Daily Dessert Special served with the awardwinning Giotto Gelato. This locally made gelato has won several gold medals and certificates of distinction. Whether you’re a lover of chocolate, a fan of the exotic, or simply open to a subtle surprise, Giotto Gelato will not fail to please.

There are two children’s play rooms directly adjacent to the Bistro so when the kids have finished their fish and chips or nuggets they can occupy themselves in a safe environment while you kick back and enjoy the atmosphere.

We cater for all tastes and budgets and want to make your visit to the Palm Court Bistro a memorable dining experience. So the next time you are looking to dine out in the local area come and join us at the Palm Court Bistro.

The team looks forward to serving you!

Lunch: 12 noon - 2.30pm

Dinner:

Monday to Wednesday & Sundays: 5.30pm - 9pm Thursday to Saturday: 5pm - 9.30pm

Noodle Bar

THE GOLDEN HAWK CHINESE RESTAURANT

THE BEST KEPT SECRET IN SYDNEY!

Located upstairs at the Club we have been providing exceptional food, great service and a fantastic atmopshere that draws loyal customers from all parts of Sydney. Our repeat business is a testament to the quality of our cuisine, produce, chefs and wait staff.

Come and try our delicious YUM CHA!

Come and savour the fantastic Cantonese taste of Yum Cha. Our delicious Yum Cha is served lunchtimes, Tuesday to Sunday from 11am until 2.30pm. Traditionally, the dishes come in small portions and include meat, seafood and vegetables, typically steamed or fried, as well as desserts and fruit. All menu items are cooked with fresh and delicious ingredients, with individual dishes starting from a very reasonable $4.

Lunch: Tuesday - Sunday 11am-2.30pm Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday and Sunday 5.30pm-10.00pm. Friday - Saturday 5.30pm-10.30pm. Closed Mondays. The last order is 15 minutes prior to close.

For reservations please phone on 9807 2444

GOLDEN HAWK

MAJOR PROMOTIONS IN AUGUST

$3,000

MEMBERS’ ‘SPRING BOX’ PROMOTION

SUNDAY 31st AUGUST

Spring is in the air and you could be on your way to opening a Gold Box worth $1,000 in club bonus points or gift cards or a combination of both.

Swipe your membership card between 3.30pm – 5.30pm. The draw starts at 6.00pm.

- At 6.00pm three (3) names will be drawn

- At 6.20pm another three (3) names will be drawn

- At 6.40pm a final two (2) names will be drawn from the barrel.

At 6.45pm all winners will be called to the prize area, in order, to select one (1) of the eleven (11) boxes on display. Following these draws a final three (3) members will select one of the remaining three boxes.

Members may only win one prize in this promotion. There is no regular Sunday afternoon promotion on

$5,000

PREMIER REWARDS ‘SPRING BOX’

THURSDAY 28th AUGUST

(This promotion is only open to members with Prestige, Elite or Premium tier status in the club’s Premier Rewards Programme). With three chances to open a gold box and win $1,000 in club bonus points or Visa cards or a combination of both.

Swipe your membership card between 6pm-8pm. The draws start at 8.35pm.

- At 8.35pm three (3) names will be drawn - At 8.50pm another three (3) names will be drawn - At 9.00pm a final three (3) will be drawn from the barrel.

At 9.10pm all nine (9) members will be called to the prize area, in order, to select one (1) of the twelve (12) boxes on display. Following these draws a final three (3) members will select one of the remaining three boxes.

NRL GRAND FINAL TICKETS ON OFFER

We have FIVE Grand Final double passes to give away, so you and a friend could be on your way to ANZ Stadium to see the NRL Grand Final on SUNDAY 5TH OCTOBER 2014

PRIZE

DRAW ONE : ‘FIRST TRY’ 2 x double passes to be won

Simply spend $5 or more at *any bar on any Friday, Saturday or Sunday in September until Saturday 27th September (9pm) to receive an entry ticket. Prizes drawn at 9.15pm, on 27th September.

*Conditions apply LTPM/13/01016 Members need not be present to win.

PRIZE DRAW TWO: ‘SECOND TRY’ 3 x double passes to be won

Swipe your membership card at the rewards centre between 6.30pm - 8.30pm on Saturday 27th September. Drawn at 9pm. See club flyers for details. LTPM/13/01016 Members must be present to win.

RUGBY LEAGUE SKILLS CLINIC

Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club proudly sponsored nearly 100 local Junior League players to a skills and fitness clinic run by Roosters Captain and Rugby League Ambassador Anthony Minichiello and his team from MINIFIT. Parents were unanimous that their children had a fantastic day and were full of praise for the time taken by Anthony to make sure all the young players were comfortable and enjoyed their day.

WESTS TIGERS STATE CUP RUGBY LEAGUE

THE WESTS TIGERS STATE CUP TEAM IS PROUDLY SPONSORED BY RYDE-EASTWOOD HAWKS

With Round 18 of the NSW Cup Competition now completed, the Wests Tigers team is third on the Competition ladder and with seven rounds remaining, should make the final eight and the playoffs.

Since the last report, the team has won seven and lost five matches with three of the losses being narrow, last minute defeats.

The biggest problem from now is the injury toll in both the NRL and NSW Cup, and this always has a great bearing on results leading into the playoffs.

Results since last report:

Penrith lost 22-14

FREE TICKETS

We have 40 Ground Entry Tickets for the Wests Tigers two home games noted below Round 23 v Roosters at ANZ Stadium – (14th -18th August)

Round 26 v Sharks at Leichhardt Oval – (4th – 7th September)

For your chance to win, record your name in our “Footy Book” at club reception. A ballot will be held one (1) week before each game and the winner will be notified by phone.

Conditions: Maximum 4 tickets per member. Members must pick up their tickets at least 24 hours before the game.

$3,000

FATHER’S

DAY RAFFLE AND PRIZE DRAW

WEDNESDAY 3rd SEPTEMBER

$1,500

FATHER’S DAY RAFFLE

Start Dad’s month off in style with a range of prizes that he will love. Ticket sales 6.00pm-7.40pm The draw starts at 7.45pm

PRIZES INCLUDE:

• Tool Sets

• Hampers

• Gift Packs and more.

$1,500

MEMBERS’ PRIZE DRAW

Fantastic prizes include:

• An 80cm LED TV

• An iPad for Dad!

• $500 worth of fuel vouchers (2 x $250 draws)

Swipe between 6.00pm - 7.30pm. The draw starts at 8.35pm. LTPM/13/00595. See club flyers for details. The raffle replaces the regular “Jackpot Je

FATHER’S DAY

S unday 7th September

Make this Father’s Day special for dad by treating him to lunch or dinner at one of our dining outlets.

THE HERITAGE FUNCTION CENTRE

ALL YOU CAN EAT HOT AND COLD BUFFET INCLUDING SEAFOOD

Reserved Seating

ADULTS $40.00 per head

CHILDREN $20.00 (4 -12 years) UNDER 4 FREE

*LUNCH ONLY 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Bookings can now be made at club reception. Full payment required at time of booking.

THE PALM COURT BISTRO WITH ALFRESCO DINING

Over 150 dishes on offer. A huge variety of styles. Children’s menu available.

All meals cooked to order. Open for lunch from 11.45am

OPEN FOR LUNCH AND DINNER FOR THOSE DADS WHO ENJOY THE DELIGHTS OF CHINESE CUISINE, WE HAVE A SPECIAL TREAT FOR YOU WITH A SUMPTUOUS MENU DEDICATED TO YUM CHA AND YOUR CHINESE À LA CARTE FAVOURITES.

(No Western style meals available on Father’s Day, but the Palm Court Bistro has plenty of western dishes to offer).

YUM CHA AVAILABLE FROM 11AM.

Club members receive 10% discount off the entire bill. For bookings please tel 9807-2444 or contact club reception.

OR RELAX AT THE COFFEE CLUB AND SOAK UP THE FATHER’S DAY ATMOSPHERE . . .

LABOUR DAY LONG WEEKEND

$5,000

MEMBERS’ DRAWS

SATURDAY NIGHT, 4th OCTOBER

$2,000 TO BE WON

A minimum $1,000 CASH to be won first up. Swipe between 6.00pm – 7.30pm. Draw at 8.00pm

Then $1,000 more to be won in bonus points or gift cards when you swipe between 8pm - 9pm. Draw at 9.05pm

MONDAY 6th OCTOBER

$3,000 TO BE WON

$1,000 CASH to be won. Swipe between 3.30pm – 5.30pm. Draw at 6.00pm

$2,000 Premier Rewards Draw* Swipe between 6.00pm – 7.30pm. Draw at 8pm

All prizes are

SUNDAY 5TH OCTOBER PLUS SPECIAL LABOUR DAY WEEKEND RAFFLE MONDAY 6th OCTOBER Ticket Sales 4.00pm Draw at 5.00pm 50 great prizes to be won

MEMBERS’ CHRISTMAS ‘GIFT’ DRAW

SUNDAY 26th OCTOBER

Start your Christmas shopping with a bang with the chance to win $1,000 in club bonus points or gift cards or a combination of both.

Swipe your membership card between 3.30pm – 5.30pm. The draw starts at 6.00pm.

- At 6.00pm three (3) names will be drawn

- At 6.20pm another three (3) names will be drawn

- At 6.40pm a final two (2) names will be drawn from the barrel.

Members may only win one prize in this promotion. There is no regular Sunday afternoon promotion on this day. LTPM/13/01016

$5,000

PREMIER REWARDS CHRISTMAS ‘GIFT’ DRAW

THURSDAY 23rd OCTOBER

Swipe your membership card between 6pm-8pm. The draws start at 8.35pm.

- At 8.35pm three (3) names will be drawn

- At 8.50pm another three (3) names will be drawn

- At 9.00pm a final three (3) will be drawn from the barrel.

At 9.10pm all nine (9) members will be called to the prize area in order to select one (1) of the twelve (12) boxes on display. Following these draws a final three (3) members will select one of the remaining three boxes.

Members may only win one prize in this promotion. There is no Thursday Money Wheel on this night. LTPM/13/01016

Melbourne

Tuesday 4th November

The Race That Stops The Nation

10.00am

TAB

$1, $2 and $5 sweep tickets on sale from 10.00am.

12.00pm

Gala Day Luncheon. Book from 2nd September. Enjoy a superb meal and champagne while being entertained by Danny Elliott and our house band, with large screen viewing of the big race, including a free sweep ticket. Be part of our Melbourne Cup Hat Parade. Great prizes to be won. Members $26.

12.00pm

1.00pm

Golden Hawk Chinese Restaurant Cup Luncheon, with large screen viewing of the entire Cup Day.

Warm up for the main event with some great prizes on offer in our Pre-Race Promotion Giveaway from 1pm - 2pm.

From 3.00pm - the BIG RACE that stops the nation live on our big screens throughout the club. Good Luck!

3.15pm - 7pm

Free live entertainment in the main lounge to keep the party atmosphere going.

7.45pm

Post Melbourne Cup Raffle and Members’ Draw with $3,000 in prizes! Soak up the post-race atmosphere.

Cup Day

$3,000 Melbourne

Cup Raffle & Prize Draw

$1,500 MELBOURNE CUP RAFFLE

Tuesday 4th November

Purchase $10 worth of raffle tickets or more in any weekly club raffle in October and you will receive a voucher to receive $10 worth of FREE tickets into our Cup Day Raffle. Redeem your voucher on 4th November between 5.30pm and 7.30pm to receive your free tickets along with any tickets you buy on the night.

Ticket sales from 5.30pm - 7.30pm The BIG DRAW starts at 7.45pm.

Prizes include Seafood and Gourmet Hampers.

$1,500

MEMBERS’ PRIZE DRAW

Tuesday 4th November

Swipe between 6pm – 7.30pm. Draw from 8.30pm

PRIZES INCLUDE . . .

• iPAD MINI

Stay connected with family and friends with an iPad Mini, the compact gateway to the Internet and the world of applications.

• HOME THEATRE SYSTEM

Relax and enjoy all your favourite sounds with this quality home theatre music system.

• 80cm LED TV

Kick back and watch the rest of the Spring Carnival and all your favourite movies and shows on this fantastic television.

See club flyers for details. LTPM/13/00403

INTERNAL CLUB NEWS

CAMERA CLUB

We have been busy and involved with many and interesting photographic activities. For many members, the presentation of the photographic areas of Photojournalism, Photographic Portfolios and Night Photography was a new experience. We were fortunate to have excellent presenters who were able to guide and explore these fields of photography for us. Night photography was a very hands on experience down at the Quay and the Rocks. The field of Photojournalism was presented to us by a professional photojournalist. Members then went off to put into practice the guidance they had been given. Our photojournalist then came back to view and judge our images. This proved to be a most worthwhile experience for us all. Photographs were presented that even we were surprised with. Members are finding the Photographic Portfolio a challenge, but again, with guidance and support of one who knows and is happy and able to share their expertise, the journey is a most rewarding one. We have discovered that there are so many ways to explore and enrich our photography. Come and join us and be part of these opportunities. At our presentation evenings, digital evenings, committee meetings and competition nights we are so very well looked after by the Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club with tea, coffee and biscuits. If you are disappointed with the judge’s decision regarding your wonderful photography, you can always share a cup of coffee with good friends. You can find out more about our club and its’ activities at: www.pbase.com/relccc. John Maynard

CHESS CLUB

The Club Championship Preliminary round-robin tournament is substantially complete, with the following players progressing to the round robin finals tournament in October and November: Group A – Arthur Huynh and Rob Watson; Group B – Donato Mallari and Paul Gluvchinsky; Group C – Lorenzo Escalante and Brenton Yum. Handicap winners in each division were: Group A – Kevin Chan; Group B – Fiona Shen and Yifu Wu; Group C – Kevin Shen. We have three teams in the interclub competition. After 7 rounds (with three to go), the U1700 team is in 5th place, while our two teams in the U1500 division are in 3rd and 4th place. As always, new players of any standard are welcome on Wednesdays at 7:30pm. Visit our website at www. rydeeastwoodchessclub.blogspot.com. Contact Les Mikolajczyk (0412 970 059), Rob Watson (0408 463 759) or Greig Edwards (9858 3731 or 0416 248 223).

EUCHRE CLUB

An invitation is extended to all Euchre Players to come along on Wednesday evenings at 7.20pm to enjoy a game of cards and friendship. Games commence at 7.30pm, 16 games are played with prizes for 1st and 2nd for both men and ladies. At the conclusion of the evening a light supper is enjoyed by many of our members. The members are looking forward to their Xmas in July dinner to be held in the Golden Hawk Restaurant on the 15th July where a great night is usually enjoyed by all. Congratulations to our monthly winners: April, 1st - Fiona Arndell and 2nd - Mary Griffiths May, 1st - Jim Caward and 2nd - Ivy Hitchens. June, 1st - Ray Thomson and 2nd Rhonda Fekete, Ivy Hitchens and Maria Lea. For further information regarding membership please contact Don Baillie 9869 2857 or Margaret Campbell 0406 055 088. Aces up! Pierina Dick Publicity Officer

THE FISHING CLUB

Winter is now upon and the Autumn fishing months gave us a mixed bag. The May outing had good weather and plenty of fish, 75 in fact, weighing 36kg. Also a record number of 13 pig fish were caught. Garry Le had the heaviest bag with 7.1kg and Winny had the biggest fish, a 1.1kg Morwong. Our June outing had a change of weather, 3 metre swells and cold and wet underfoot. Only 23 fish were caught for a total weight of 11.3kg. Two of our seasick members, Peter and Daniel, did well. Daniel caught the heaviest bag of 2.2kg while Peter caught the most morwongs, two in total. The AGM will be held on Thursday 17th July 2014 at 8pm. Membership

dues of $10 for the year are now due. The fishing club organises monthly deep-sea charter boat fishing trips on the first Sunday of most months. Any interested Club member should contact Michael Cheng on 0449 518 357 or attend the monthly fishing club meeting on the third Thursday of each month at 8pm. Fishing Club President, Trevor Fahey

GOLF CLUB

Windsor hosted the first round of matchplay with congratulations to those progressing to round 2. The event of the day was stableford: congratulations to Robert Wood (A grade) and Alan Dale (B grade). Runners-up on the day were John Nilan (A grade) and Yuri Popov (B grade). The Maris/Busher Cup versus North Ryde was held at Massey Park and congratulations to Ryde-Eastwood Social Golf Club on retaining the trophy. Fox Hills was a medal round and on the podium we had Henry Urbanski (A Grade) and Keith Chan (B Grade). Runner-up prizes were awarded to Tony Tedesco and Eric Tsui. The Springs hosted Round 2 of matchplay with congratulations going to the final 4. Medals at The Springs were awarded to Ulla Wood (A Grade) and Eric Tsui (B Grade). Runners Up on the day were Robert Wood (A Grade), a family affair for the Woodies and Natalia P (B Grade). Macarthur Grange hosted round 3 of the Stableford Trophy which opened up the field for many as our leader had a major crash. Congratulations on the day to Jeff Akers, our winner, and runner up Tony Tedesco. The final round of the Stableford Trophy was battled out at Glenmore Park. Congratulations to Rick Beves who went in with a one shot lead and held onto it from Valery P. I think the Golf Course was the eventual winner as only one person improved their overall ranking! On the day our winner was Ulla Wood on count back from Yuri Popov. Don’t forget to check the website for full results: www.relgolfclub.com Good golfing til next time! Annika

INDOOR BOWLS

Congratulations to the Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club members who have been selected in the NSW team to play in the Australian Championships in Mt. Gambia in August - Claire Grebert, Cath Lynn, Pat Perry, Jim Harvey, Doreen Anderson, Jenny Loveridge, Ron Asser, Michael Andersch, Kerri Lane, Bob Bale, Eric Mayhew and Cameron Kerr from Bathurst. Good luck! Our district won the Metropolitan Championships in June. Winning medalists were Jeffrey Tam, Ron Asser, Cath Lynn, Jim Harvey, Sandy Tam, Lynda Bale, Doreen Anderson, Michael Wookey, John Loveridge, Graeme Bibb, Tony DeLuca and Bob Bale. Well done to all. Congratulations to a special lady - Clara Connor, who celebrated her 100th birthday in June. Clara played indoor bowls every Wednesday until about two years ago. Clara is loved by all our girls. The Indoor Bowls Club invites new members to enjoy a few hours play in a socially friendly atmosphere. Ladies play Wednesday 10.30am - 2pm and mixed play Thursdays 7.30pm10pm. Tuition is given to new players. For enquiries phone Narelle 9802 7688 or Cath 0413 600 019.

SENIORS CLUB

It is with great sadness that one of our Committee Members, Wal Harrison, passed away on Thursday 3rd July. Wal had been on the Committee since its inception and was loved by everyone who came to know him so well. Our condolences go to Joan and family. We are now half way through the year with exceptionally warm and dry weather to add to the enjoyment of our bus trips and monthly walks. We had a very interesting tour in May with our guide taking us around Middle Harbour. Some of our members had not been there for many years while others had never been to that part of Sydney. In June we had a bus tour around the Old Prince Henry Hospital and spent time in the Nursing and Medical Museum where we had a very informative talk from four nurses (now retired ) who spoke of their time in the hospital and the doctors’ inventions and academic achievements. What a wonderful place the museum is, filled with extremely old medical instruments including an iron lung in which a lady spent thirty years of her life, old wheelchairs, a dentist’s chair together with instruments used fifty years ago. There was a huge

collection of nurses uniforms through the years and didn’t they look smart. We had a further tour of the non-denominational Commemorative Chapel for the nurses that had worked at Prince Henry Hospital with the most beautiful stained glass windows. Afterwards we had a delightful lunch at the Yarra Bay Sailing club. We held our annual Christmas in July lunch at Waterview Restaurant, Berowra Waters, and were blessed with beautiful weather, good company and the venue

overlooking the water Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the food and the great entertainment by Joey Fimmano who sang, played the keyboard and piano accordion –what a great artist! An excellent day out was had by all. We have more trips planned for the next few months and members from Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club who wish to join us on our bus trips are most welcome. A card game of Solo is played every Thursday at 1.30pm for our REL Senior’s Club members. Our annual fee to join the REL Seniors Club is $5 and we meet on the first and third Thursday of each month at 11am. For more information please contact Marie Weston, Secretary, on 9638 7419.

SQUASH CLUB

At the time of writing we are just entering the final round of the Autumn competition. As I mentioned in the last report, we have 3 teams competing (Division 6, Division 7, Division 10). The positions are very similar to last report, with one exception - well done Div 7, equal 3rd!! A great comp by all players. Division 6 (1st) Division 7 (Equal 3rd) Division 10 (5th). Just a quick reminder to all players that this year the internal Club Championship round robin will be played at the completion of the Autumn competition, so get your games played. This is held once a year and is a great chance to play against better players, so get involved. This is a great opportunity to ‘SHINE’ and win a great prize. Good luck to all who have entered. Let’s see if we can have few upsets this year. Finally, thanks to the Leagues Club for its ongoing support of the Squash Club, which is very much appreciated by all the players. Remember, we are always looking for squash players, so if you are interested please contact Ernie Speed on 9807 3348. Just a quote: ‘Procrastination is the art of keeping up with yesterday.’

TRAVELLING BOWLS CLUB

Our last trip was to Umina Bowling Club in June where we had a lovely time and the bowlers thoroughly enjoyed the day. We also had six non-players who also enjoyed the bus trip and the outing and our numbers were up. Due to unforseen circumstances the scheduled outing on 27th July 2014 to Towradgi has been cancelled. On Sunday 14th September we are off to Avoca Beach Bowling Club. Hopefully the weather will warm up and we can have a great day in the sun and on the greens. Dress code is bowls uniform. Then on Sunday 9th November 2014 it’s off to Ettalong Beach Bowling Club we go, our last trip for the year, so please come along and join us and support the Travelling Bowlers - the more the merrier! For any information please contact Marie Crawley on 9684 1023 or Brenda Paterson on 8819 9650 or Maria Armstrong on 9878 5656. Happy Bowling!

TRAVEL CLUB

The Club meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 2pm. We are always looking for new members to join our friendly group. Membership is only $5.00. For further information please contact Yvonne Steel on 9878 1164 or Helen Tuckwell on 9809 4335.

Professor Stewart, Westmead Hospital

Paul Chippendale, MC & Auctioneer

Kenny Graham, Comedian

Welcome back to all our valued members and guests.

Many thanks to all that took part in our 16th Birthday celebrations in May.

Congratulations go to our birthday draw winners:

1st Prize: 3 Months Gym Membership to winner Tennille Russek

2nd Prize: Dinner for two at the Golden Hawk Chinese Restaurant for winner Fang Liu

3rd Prize: a one-hour massage at ‘Magic Hands’ Massage for winner Jesse Coggins

We have recently upgraded our Upright and Recumbent Bikes to the latest models, designed to enhance your training experience. If you haven’t had the pleasure of trying one out yet then have a go. Please see gym reception staff for a demonstration.

The Fitness Edge continues to evolve and we have gone digital to enhance your viewing pleasure while exercising. All our cardio machines (excluding our rowers), now have their own individual TVs, with digital feed and selected Foxtel channels provided. You can watch your

favourite shows while reaping the benefits of health and fitness.

With summer just around the corner now is the chance to ‘spring’ into The Fitness Edge, so let us tailor an exercise programme that suits your needs. Where else can you receive free assessments and programmes, free Crèche child minding, a secure 5-storey undercover car park, a 25-metre heated pool and a variety of membership packages to suit all? Please talk to one of our friendly team for more information.

I am also pleased to announce that The Fitness Edge is now not only on Facebook but has recently launched a new, standalone website www.thefitnessedge.com.au (please see details below).

We now offer very affordable Personal Training passes with the PT of your choice. When you purchase our affordable passes you can now have a qualified and trained fitness professional with you at all times, helping you along the way to a fitter and healthier you. Please see gym reception for more information.

We really look forward to seeing you at the Fitness Edge and working with you to achieve your health and fitness goals.

Chris Kalligas Centre Manager

14 DAY COLOGNE TO BUDAPEST

5 Star luxury river cruising

Just released - 5 departures All in peak season 2015

$4,490pp twin share window cabin. Upper deck balcony upgrade is only $700pp Price includes all meals, sightseeing and taxes

Travelabout deals directly with the owners.

Sicily, Malta & Southern Italy

Travelabout is planning an escorted 23 Day tour in September 2015

Focusing on scenery, history, culture, food, wine and having fun! Incorporating a wonderful short tour around Sicily, cruise the Aeolian Islands and visit regional Calabria. Draft itinerary now available.

Travelling solo.... But not ALONE....

Our popular Solo Travel club is where you get to meet other solo travellers to discuss destinations of similar interest and enjoy travelling with other solo travellers, and maybe even find someone to share with . . .

This, of course, means no single supplement!

Or if you wish to stay with single supplement but still want to travel with other people, the choice is yours. Register your interest for tours, regular meetings and guest speakers.

We have monthly meetings at Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club with guest speakers on overseas and Australian destinations, as well as cruising.

• MAKE NEW FRIENDS • VISIT NEW PLACES • TRAVEL THE WORLD WITH TRAVELABOUT!

18 September – 31 October 2015 See the mighty Wallabies live in England Contact Sam Dimarco mobile: 0418 454 262 email: samdimarco11@gmail.com

To get the facts contact fellow club members with 40 years’ experience in the local area. David Tompkins for vehicle sales or Peter Martin for service and parts.

Ryde Toyota’s 40th Birthday Special!

Present this advertisement when purchasing your vehicle and we’ll arrange for 6000 Bonus Points to be credited to your Ryde-Eastwood Leagues

sales@rydetoyota.com.au service@rydetoyota.com.au

“For the Ryde of Your Life”

AUGUST WHAT’S ON

$15,000 MEMBER RENEWAL DRAW

SUNDAY 3RD AUGUST

Enter tickets into the barrel between 3.30pm-5.30pm. The big draw starts at 6.00pm. Big ticket lifestyle prizes + $3,000 cash + gaming consoles and more. Details page 1. LTPM/13/01016

*Conditions of entry apply. See club flyers for details.

12pm GALA LUNCH Shayne O’Leary

1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales

2pm Travel Club

2pm Pantry Draw Starts

7.30pm Ceroc

7.30pm Bridge

10.30am Ladies Indoor Bowls

11am Bingo

6pm Jackpot Jester

Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre

7.30pm Chess Club

7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion

8pm Line Dancing

10.30am Ladies Indoor Bowls

11am Bingo

6pm Jackpot Jester

Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre

7.30pm Chess Club

7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion

8pm Line Dancing

10.30am Ladies Indoor Bowls

11am Bingo

6pm Jackpot Jester Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre

7.30pm Chess Club

7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion 8pm Line Dancing

10.30am Ladies Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo

6pm Jackpot Jester Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre

7.30pm Chess Club

7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion

8pm Line Dancing

Tuesday)

10am Line Dancing

7.30pm Poker

7.30pm Mixed Indoor Bowls

8.35pm Premier Rewards Spring Box Promotion. NO MONEY WHEEL ON THIS NIGHT

P P P

2pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing

8.30pm Lounge Entertainment 11am Bingo 12pm Poker Registration 1pm Poker Commences 5.30pm Final Friday Raffle sales 6.30pm Final Friday Raffle starts (including major prize) 8.30pm Lounge Entertainment

2pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.30pm Lounge Entertainment 30 1pm Super Sunday Raffle Sales 2pm Super Sunday Raffle Draw 3.30pm - 5.30pm $3,000 Members’ Spring Box Swipe times 6pm $3,000 Members’ ‘Spring Box’ Promotion Draw starts

SEPTEMBER WHAT’S ON

10am Bridge

7.30pm Bingo

12pm Gala Lunch Milko Foucault- Larche

1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales

2pm Pantry Draw Starts

2pm Travel Club

7.30pm Ceroc

7.30pm Bridge

10.30am Ladies Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo

6pm Father’s Day Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre

7.30pm Chess Club

7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion

7.45pm Father’s Day Raffle starts

8.00pm Line Dancing

8.35pm Father’s Day prize draw starts

01 02 03

1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales

2pm Pantry Draw Starts

7.30pm Ceroc 7.30pm Bridge

10.30am Ladies Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo

6pm Jackpot Jester Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre

7.30pm Chess Club

7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion 8pm Line Dancing

10.30am Ladies Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo 6pm Jackpot Jester Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre

7.30pm Chess Club

7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion

8pm Line Dancing

10.30am Ladies Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo

6pm Jackpot Jester Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre

7.30pm Chess Club

7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion 8pm Line Dancing

10am Line Dancing

7.30pm Mixed Indoor Bowls

7.30pm Poker

6-8pm $1,000 Money Wheel Swipe Times

9pm $1,000 Money Wheel

FATHER’S DAY

RAFFLE AND PRIZE DRAW

WEDNESDAY 3RD SEPTEMBER

CELEBRATE WITH LUNCH OR DINNER

SUNDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER WHAT’S ON

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY

3.30pm-5.30pm $1,000 Labour Day Cash Draw swipe times

6pm $1,000 Labour Day Cash Draw starts

6-7.30pm $2,000 Labour Day Premier Rewards Draw Swipe times 8pm $2,000

Ladies Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo 6pm Jackpot Jester Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre

Bridge

10.30am Ladies Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo

6pm Jackpot Jester

Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre 7.30pm Chess Club

7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion 8pm Line Dancing 10.30am Ladies Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo

6pm Jackpot Jester Raffle Ticket Sales

7.20pm Euchre 7.30pm Chess Club 7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion 8pm Line Dancing

7.30pm Chess Club 7.30pm Jackpot Jester Promotion 8pm Line Dancing 10am Line Dancing 7.30pm Poker 7.30pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $1,000

7.20pm Euchre 7.30pm Chess Club

HOLIDAY UNITS

Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club holiday units offer quality accommodation in the best locations with the best prices.

MARKHAM COURT, BROADBEACH, QLD

36 AUSTRALIA AVE, BROADBEACH

Your choice of 2 x 2 bedroom units. Ideally situated in Surfers Paradise, these modern self-contained units are only minutes from the best the Gold Coast has to offer. The units are only a short walk to Jupiters Casino, the beach and shops, and are close to entertainment, theme parks and tourist attractions.

For more information on this resort visit www.markhamcourt.com.au

SHOAL BAY

19 GOVERNMENT ROAD

2 x 3 bedroom units just 300 metres from the beach and Shoal Bay Shopping Centre. Fully self-contained. Private courtyard and off street parking.

SHOAL BAY

29 SHOAL BAY ROAD

4 x 3 bedroom units. These units are beachfront units with a view over Shoal Bay to Hawks Nest and the Tomaree headland.

Each unit has water views from all living areas including the bedrooms. Each unit has three bedrooms with ensuite, kitchen, lounge, dining room and a fully-equipped internal laundry. Accommodation is provided for one queen-size bed and four single beds. A double garage is provided for each unit.

FOR FULL DETAILS ON PRICING, VISIT THE CLUB’S WEBSITE

www.releagues.com.au (then Member Services, then Holiday Accommodation)

For reservations please contact Barbara Schmitt on 9808 7602 between 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday, or visit Club Reception.

OCEAN PLAZA RESORT

COOLANGATTA, QLD

HOLIDAY UNITS

Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club holiday units offer quality accommodation in the best locations with the best prices.

COOLANGATTA

Six (6) units in high rise accommodation (15th - 21st floors) across the road from the famous Coolangatta beach with fantastic waterfront views. There are four (4) two bedroom, two bathroom units and two (2) large three bedroom, two bathroom units.

These units are located at Ocean Plaza Resort with a shopping centre right at your doorstep.

Your weekly rates: 2 bedroom Off Peak $840 Peak $1,520 3 bedroom

You can reduce these rates by a further 12-20% if you have earned sufficient membership reward points (250) in one year.

(See website – holiday units for full details).

BROADBEACH

Two (2) x two bedroom ground floor units within walking distance to the beach, Broadbeach shopping centre and Jupiters Casino. A fantastic location. Off Peak $610 Peak $990

SHOAL BAY

Four (4) modern 3 bedroom units with superb water views, and directly across the road from Shoal Bay Beach.

Two (2) 3 bedroom units 200 metres from the beach and shopping centre. Adjacent to a park.

Various rate options depending on the time of year – see our website for details. For full details on all Holiday Units refer to our website (details above).

LOCATION OF 29 SHOAL BAY ROAD

Beers Month

Purchase a schooner or middy of VB in the Main Bar, Bistro Bar or the Sports Bar during the NRL Finals, and enter the draw to WIN a 32 inch TV valued at $450!

The winner does not need to be present. LTPM/13/01016

Beginners Classes

Wednesdays 7pm-8pm Thursdays 12pm - 1pm

- 12pm. Members $3.30, Non-members $5.50. For further information contact Julie directly on 9560 0584 or speak with our friendly reception staff on 9807 2444.

CEROC

SATURDAY 30TH AUGUST

great chance to meet a few new people at the same time as learning to dance. Claim your free class by presenting your Ryde-Eastwood Leagues membership card, two feet, a smile, and have fun! Please arrive at the auditorium no later than 7.20pm on Saturday 30th August.

Dress: Smart Casual. Note – free offer is valid for first timers only. Regular entry price is $15. Ceroc & Modern Jive Dance Company also teaches regular weekly classes every Tuesday in the auditorium. For more details check their website www.ceroc.com.au or call 9410 1111

SEPT/OCT - TUESDAYS 11am & THURSDAYS 1.30pm. ONLY $1.

TUES 23RD SEPT THE LEGO MOVIE

TUES 30TH SEPT ANIMALS UNITED THUR 25TH SEPT WALKING WITH DINOSAURS THURS 2ND OCT JUSTIN AND THE KNIGHTS OF VALOUR

SATURDAY 23rd AUGUST

DAVID CAZALET THE KING IN CONCERT

Celebrate the life and music of Elvis Presley. David Cazalet is an astounding performer and arguably presents the finest tribute to the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

This is as close as you’ll ever get so put on your blue suede shoes and enjoy going back in time with a very special performer!

SATURDAY 9 th AUGUST BOOK NOW. Show starts 8pm.

DRAGS TO BIT**ES

The all-star cast features some of Sydney’s most popular Drag Queens including the singing sensations Prada Clutch and LayDee KinMee (Australia’s Got Talent 2012).

Features chart topping songs from your favourite divas, including Celine Dion, Cher, Better Midler, Dolly Parton and many more!

NOW. Show starts 8pm.

SOUNDS OF THE 60s

Recreating the sounds of the Super Groups of the British hit parade during the 1960s including; The Hollies, The Kinks, Gerry & The Pacemakers, Zombies, The Searchers, Stones, Manfred Mann, Cilla Black, Dusty Springfield & many more. Always popular at Ryde-Eastwood the Sounds of the 60s are bound to get the place rocking.

SAT 13th SEPTEMBER BOOK NOW. Show starts 8pm. Members $17 Non-Members $20

SAT 27th SEPTEMBER

DOUG PARKINSON - AUSTRALIA’S LEGEND OF SOUL IN CONCERT

Hear Doug’s hits including ‘Dear Prudence’ and ‘I’ll be Around’ plus many other favourites from Sam Cooke, Ray Charles, James Brown and more. Doug shares hilarious stories about his life on the road including his friendship with Bon Scott. Don’t miss the chance to hear that instantly recognizable voice and enjoy an evening with an Australian Music legend!

FROM 9th AUGUST. Show starts 8pm.

OCTOBER/NOV ENTERTAINMENT

SATURDAY 11th OCTOBER

LATINO SUPERSTARS FEATURING “RICKY MARTIN”

TRIBUTE TO THE LATIN AMERICAN SUPERSTARS OF TODAY

Gloria Estefan, Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, Santana, Gypsy Kings & ‘RICKY MARTIN’ Discover the passion of Latin America in an exhilarating tribute show by well-known performers Christian Guerrero, Raquel Martinez, Jayden Rodrigues, Lisa Lombardo DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE “LA VIDA LOCA”

BOOK FROM 23rd August. Show starts 8pm. Members $15 Non-Members $18

SATURDAY 8th NOVEMBER

ABBALANCHE

They look, sing and play just like their famous counterparts of the 70s . . . the one and only ABBA.

Hear renditions of all the ABBA greats, including Ring, Ring, Money, Money, Money, Queen, Fernando and SOS, and this is only the tip of the nostalgic iceberg! The hits will just keep on coming.

BOOK FROM 27th SEPT. Show starts 8pm. Members $18 Non-Members $20

SATURDAY 25th OCTOBER

CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL

The ultimate tribute show performing all those timeless classics! Try this for a list of hits - “Proud Mary”, “Burn On The Bayou”, “Who’ll Stop The Rain”, “Bad Moon Rising”, “Travelling Man”, “Lookin Out My Back Door”, “Have You Ever Seen The Rain”, “The Midnight Special”, “I Heard It Through The Grape Vine”, “Down On The Corner”, and “Cotton Fields”. Great music together with a visual feast of colour slides from Woodstock.

BOOK FROM 13th Sept. Show starts 8pm. Members $20 Non-Members $25

SATURDAY 22nd NOVEMBER

DOUG WILLIAMS AND THE MIX ‘STAR OF THE VOICE’

Growing up in the “Southside Chicago Flock”, Doug’s early influences were The Staple Singers, The Caravans, and The Emotions with Earth Wind and Fire. Ray Charles taught Doug to play left handed swing bass. Motown records took the band to California and they toured with the likes of Stevie Wonder and Ike & Tina Turner. ‘The most outstanding musician on this entire show’ Joel Madden; The Voice

Don’t miss the chance to hear ‘soul’ like you’ve never heard it before.

BOOK FROM 11th OCT. Show starts 8pm. Members $20 Non-Members $25

SATURDAY 6TH DECEMBER

BOBBY FOX STAR OF THE HIT MUSICAL JERSEY BOYS

Bobby Fox was hand picked by Mr Frankie Valli himself to play the front man of ‘The Four Seasons’ in the smash hit musical JERSEY BOYS.

In his new debut album with Warner Music, ‘The Fantastic Mr Fox’, Bobby pulls out the best of his 60s mod 45s from his personal collection. Paying tribute to Elvis, Nat King Cole, The Coasters & Dean Martin.

The show combines these tributes with the greatest hits from Jersey Boys.

“The Fox” is the new ‘Old School’.

OCTOBER. Show starts 8pm.

Members $30 Non-Members $33

WEDNESDAY 31st DECEMBER - NEW YEAR’S EVE!

SHOOTING STARS

Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a great show and dance night. A galaxy of stars in a breathtaking tribute to more than 20 incredible artists. More hits & party anthems than you could imagine in this amazing high energy tribute to some of music’s biggest superstars!

Enjoy tributes to Elvis Presley, Tina Turner, Tom Jones, Freddie Mercury, Madonna, Rod Stewart, Billy Joel, Blondie and many more! With a fantastic 3-course meal to enjoy, this will be a New Year’s Eve to remember. Bookings essential.

BOOK FROM SATURDAY 11TH OCTOBER. Show starts 8pm.

Members $69 Non-Members $75

GALA LUNCHES

- INCLUDES A 2-COURSE LUNCH AND SPARKLING WINE. Bookings close at 11.30am on the day of the Gala Lunch.

TUESDAY 5TH AUGUST

SHAYNE O’LEARY

Tribute to blondes!

Members: $14

Non-Members: $17

Book now!

TUESDAY 2ND SEPT

MILKO FOUCAULT-LARCHE

French Vocal Star Members: $14

Non-Members: $17

Book from 5th August

TUESDAY 7TH OCTOBER

BELINDA MARKS

Beautiful songstress. Members: $14

Non-Members: $17

Book from 2nd Sept

TUESDAY 4th NOVEMBER

DANNY ELLIOTT

Multi Award Winner!

Members: $26

Non-Members: $30

Book from 2nd Sept

AUG/SEPT/OCT LOUNGE ENTERTAINMENT

Friday, 1 August 2014

Jenny Marie Lang Duo 8.30pm - midnight

Saturday, 2 August 2014 Paul Greene

Friday, 8 August 2014

Saturday, 9 August 2014

Franky Valentyn

Attack

Friday, 15 August 2014 Vinyl Revival

Saturday, 16 August 2014

Friday, 22 August 2014

Joel Davis Trio

Rachel Laing Duo

Saturday, 23 August 2014 Sam Ferraro

Friday, 29 August 2014

Saturday, 30 August 2014

Friday, 5 September 2014 Tim Kendell

Saturday, 6 September 2014 Power of Two

Friday, 12 September 2014 Kafe Kool

Saturday, 13 September 2014

Friday, 19 September 2014

Saturday, 20 September 2014 Sam Ferraro

Friday, 26 September 2014 Franky Valentyn

Saturday, 27 September 2014 Dennis Demello Duo

Friday, 3 October 2014

Saturday, 4 October 2014

Friday, 10 October 2014

Saturday, 11 October 2014

Friday, 17 October 2014

Saturday, 18 October 2014

Friday, 24 October 2014

Anton Zammit

Saturday, 25 October 2014 Jenny Marie Lang

Friday, 31 October 2014 Tim Pringle

SIMON GILLESPIE

Mr Showman

Members: $14

Non-Members: $17

Book from 4th Nov

- midnight

CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON

We are a family-friendly Swim School offering a broad range of lessons from 6 months of age up to adults, as well as catering for some swimmers with special needs.

All our instructors are Austswim qualified and we pride ourselves on our teamwork, excellent teaching methods, our outstanding reputation within the community and the high level of success we have experienced within the swimming industry.

Our continual support and guidance offered to our families and our staff helps us to remain a Swim School with a personal and caring approach while keeping our focus on water education and safety for all.

To ensure that we are meeting the needs of our swimmers and instructors we have recently completed a review of our Learn to Swim programme. This has been finalised and all new goals have been introduced from the start of this term. With these changes we aim to provide the best possible pathways for our swimmers as they move through the Swim School.

Our new goals for each of our Learn to Swim levels are:

PENGUIN GOALS

• Safe entries and exits

• Dog paddle unaided for 5m

• Front kicking in a streamline position unaided for 5m

• Back float unaided for 5 seconds

• Front float unaided for 5 seconds

• Jump into water and exit unaided

• Assisted roll back to front

• Able to submerge with help, open their eyes and blow bubbles

• Basic sitting diving skills

PENGUIN ADVANCED

• Safe entries and exits

• Front kicking in a streamline position unaided for 8m

• Freestyle arms and kicking for 8m

• Back kicking in a streamlined position aided for 8m

• Back float unaided for 8 seconds

• Front float unaided for 8 seconds

• Assisted roll front to back and back to front

• Able to submerge independently, open their eyes and blow bubbles

• Knee dive

SALMON GOALS

• Being able to submerge independently, open their eyes, blow bubbles and pick up a submerged object

• Able to roll independently between front and back floats

• Safety step into the water, rollover, back float and exit unaided

• Treading water

• Use circle arms to move through the water

• Basic freestyle skills (arm and leg action) no breathing

• Consistent streamlining on front

• Basic back kicking skills

• Basic knee diving skills

STINGRAY GOALS

• Kicking in a streamline position on front and back

• Freestyle arms and kicking coordination

• Basic bilateral breathing with full motion of freestyle stroke

• Basic backstroke skills

• Basic somersaulting in water

• Kneeling dive

SWORDFISH GOALS

• Freestyle with bilateral breathing with good timing and fluency

• Correct arm entry, underwater pull and exit with full motion of freestyle stroke

• Backstroke with good technique

• Breast Stroke arm action

• Basic tumble turn skills off the wall

• Standing dive

SHARKS GOALS

• Freestyle with bilateral breathing for 50m with good form and turns, holding technique to distance

• Backstroke for 50m with good form and turns, holding technique to distance

• Correct breaststroke arm + breathing

• Correct breaststroke kick

• Butterfly kick with fluent body motion

• Tumble turn technique for freestyle + backstroke

• Standing dive

PRIVATE HEALTH FUNDS – SWIM SCHOOL FEE REBATES

Many of our members do not realise that they might be able to claim their Swim School fees through their private health insurance. Claims are dependent on your level of coverage and the fund that you are covered by. Why not give your health fund a call and see if you are eligible? If you are then please come and see us in the office and we will provide you with written receipts to take to your insurer to claim.

For further details, please call the Swim School office on 9808 7617 or check out our web page on the club’s website.

Our office hours during term time are:

Monday – Friday: 10am – 6pm Saturday: 8am – 1.15pm