Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club Journal - Feb/MarApril 2020 by Genell Dunn

February, March, April Journal 2020

RYDE-EASTWOOD LEAGUES CLUB

www.releagues.com.au | phone 02 9807 2444

Celebrating

HAWKTALK

in 2020

$20,000

Easter Promotions. Pages 10-11.

$8,888

Chinese New Year Promotion. Page 2.

SENIORS’ WEEK 17 - 21 February. Page 5.

Win NRL & State of Origin Tickets - Page 1. $10,000 Three of a Kind Promotion - Page 8.

Fitness Edge Extended 24 Hour Trade - Pages 16 & 17 Mother’s Day 2019 - Page 23. FEB MAR APR 2020

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

FOOTBALL REPORT

Hi to all in our Ryde Eastwood family.

Dear Member, Welcome to our first edition of the Football report for Season 2020. I hope all members had enjoyable Christmas and a safe start to the New Year.

I hope you all had a safe and happy New Year and, like me, as we enter 2020, I imagine many of you are asking where did the last decade go? We held a very productive Annual General Meeting in November, and as I stated at the last AGM, if I have to decide between being insulted or flattered by the small number of attendees. I take the latter. A very experienced President once told me that members will always turn up to an AGM if the club is not running well. I recently had the pleasure of having dinner with the representatives of our internal clubs. I thanked them for their assistance and expertise to our members and how we consider them to be a very important part of our club. So members, if you like organised day trips, golf games, fishing trips, camera club outings, bowls etc., please consider joining in. These clubs publicise their meetings in our journal so consider enjoying the activities they supply. We are very proud of our internal clubs, which are always looking for new members. As I reflect on my 25th year on the Board, I continue to be dismayed by the changes around us in our community. Twenty-five years ago they were closing down schools around us and now they are building vertical schools to suit the present demographics. The Board is very happy and proud of the way that Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club has enjoyed continued success in these ever-changing times, thus leaving your club in a strong financial position and being recognised as a very important part of our community. We are a little disappointed that we are not further ahead with our Seniors Living project and the finalisation of the sale of the laneway surrounding our club, but I hope to have great news on this front for our next journal. We do expect both of these projects to be imminent, meaning the Board and Management will “have their noses to the grindstone” for some time yet planning your club of the future. We know from experience that we have to build a strong foundation for our club of the future while providing a club that moves with the times, not only satisfying our members’ wants and needs, but also exceeding expectations while elevating our proud standing in the community. To this end, we have engaged a firm called URBIS which specialises in Master Planning and has the expertise in assisting and guiding future planning projects. We feel confident with its track record of success in our industry and others that URBIS will move your club forward into the future. The Board and Management understands there will be many meetings, discussions, research and decisions to develop a plan for the ongoing future and success of the club; we believe in leaving a legacy for those who follow, as was done for us. In conclusion, we are proud of not only what we have achieved for the community of Ryde, the Adam Gardiner Foundation and the long list of charities, including Ryde and Westmead Hospitals etc., but also the club’s donations to the Tathra and Bingara communities to assist them in their time of need. As I write this article, the fires in our NSW regional areas are most severe; on behalf of our members we will certainly be doing our bit to assist. We would not be able to do what we do without your continued support, therefore I thank you one and all, and we are looking forward to a very busy but exciting 2020.

NEW LOOK PLAYERS APPAREL FOR 2020 Changes have been made to our players’ playing strip. We will continue with our club colours Red and White, with a change to the printed design and I am sure all players and members will find the new look pleasing. All coaches and support staff have now been appointed; for our operations staff, Michael Frain has been re-appointed as Football Operations Manager with Richard Kelly also re-appointed as Finance and Administration Manager. ADDITIONAL TEAM FOR 2020 In addition to our seven current teams, we will have an Under 18s Girls side representing Ryde-Eastwood Combined Rugby Leagues Club, which will secure eight individual playing teams in total competing this 2020 season. UPDATE ON TRAINING GROUNDS FOR 2020 Currently, training will be across three individual grounds with our home ground games to be played at TG MILNER OVAL at Eastwood. Investigations are currently ongoing to acquire a ground that will be able to accommodate our eight teams for training purposes. PRE-SEASON UPDATE AND TRIALS Pre-season training commenced in November 2019 with all teams attending Holy Cross College grounds for pre-season training up until Christmas. Many new faces and current players attended these seasons. Our Open Age Lady Hawks have a trial game planned against St. Clair early in the New Year. Ryde-Eastwood Combined Rugby League has been invited by NSWRL to participate in the State Wide Challenge Cup, an invitation that we have gladly accepted. When playing details become available we will inform you via our inhouse advertising screens throughout the club. Congratulations to Angus McElroy, our 2019 recipient of the John Dunlea Player of the Year Award. Angus was also further nominated and was a recipient of the Club 6 Sports Star Award. Our premiership Sydney Shield Trophy together with the Keith Aggett Club Person of the Year and the John Dunlea Player of the Year trophies are proudly on display in the club’s foyer above the fish tank. All games for our 2020 Season with be advertised throughout the club and also on social media. Until next time, watch this space. MALCOLM CHAPPLE PRESIDENT Ryde-Eastwood District Rugby League Football Club.

See you in the club. JAMES (JIM) M CCLYMONT President

RYDE-EASTWOOD LEAGUES CLUB

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

J.F. McClymont President

P. Moujalli

H. Bell

J.J. King

M.L. Chapple

D. Petkovich

Vice President

A. Douglas

G. Aggett

J. O’Brien

C. Pozzato

DINING ROOM BOOKINGS

9807 2444

FUNCTION CO-ORDINATOR

9808 7612

FITNESS EDGE

9808 7633

SWIM SCHOOL

9808 7617

HOLIDAY BOOKINGS (9am - 4pm, Mon – Fri)

9808 7602

BARBER SHOP

9808 7645

TRAVEL SHOP

9807 5188

CEO

While information and advertisements contained in this journal have been compiled with all due care, Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club does not warrant or represent that it is free from changes after the journal has been sent to print, errors or omission. Accordingly Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club will not accept any liability for any loss or damage which may be incurred by any person acting in reliance upon the information.

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WIN NRL & STATE OF ORIGIN TICKETS Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club will sponsor the Wests Tigers for season 2020. We have three double passes to give away for State of Origin Game One at Adelaide Oval on 3 June 2020.

THREE DOUBLE PASSES TO STATE OF ORIGIN GAME ONE IN ADELAIDE - WEDNESDAY 3 JUNE Three double passes are up for grabs for Game One at the Adelaide Oval on Wednesday 3 June. This fantastic prize includes airfares, airport transfers, overnight accommodation, breakfast and tickets for your ultimate footy experience! For your chance to win a double pass, purchase a beverage from any bar during any NRL game from Thursday 12 March until Saturday 2 May to receive a ticket into the draw. Prizes drawn on Saturday 2 May at approximately 8.30pm. The winners do not have to be present to win. *One ticket is issued for each sale. * Members only promotion. LTPM/19/04691

SPECIAL TIGERS’ MATCH DAY TICKETS OFFER

44 Entry tickets up for grabs for Wests Tigers home games played at Bankwest Stadium in 2020. 50 General admission tickets to all home games at Leichhardt Oval in 2020. Record your name in our ‘Footy Book’ at club reception or visit our website here: www.releagues.com.au/152 and submit your details via our special online application form. Ballots will be held one week before each game. Winners will be notified by phone. For terms and conditions see club flyers closer to the NRL season start. FEB MAR APR 2020

CHINESE NEW YEAR

$ 8,888

Chinese New Year Members’ Cash Draw

THURSDAY 6 FEBRUARY Celebrate the Year of the Rat. Swipe your membership card between 6.00pm – 8.00pm. The draws start from 8.35pm. LTPS/19/38891

Major Cash prizes

1 x $1888 3 x $888 6 x $500 3 x $300 1 x $436 There is no Money Wheel promotion on this night. LTPS/19/38891.

at The Golden Hawk Restaurant Valid until 31/1/2017

The perfect romantic setting FRIDAY 14 FEBRUARY Make the romantic setting of the Golden Hawk Restaurant your destination venue this Valentine’s Day. Sample the sumptuous Chinese menu favourites and classic desserts on this special night for you and your partner. All ladies will each receive a red rose . . .

Ph 9807 2444 for reservations.

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HOLIDAY MOVIES

FUN BINGO

JUST $1 ENTRY.

Tuesday 21 April from 11am

KIDS’ MOVIE

TEENS’ MOVIE

THE LION KING (2019).

X-MEN: DARK PHOENIX

Tuesday 14 April at 11am

RATING: PG

Tuesday 14 April at 3pm

(2019). RATING: M

$6 Bingo Package. Includes book (3) of 10 games and Activity Pack including lollies, stickers, wristband and texta. Prizes for all games and Lucky Door Prize. Tickets available from 21 March. *Parents and Guardians only permitted to play a book when accompanying a child. Max one parent to a child.

KIDS’ E-SPORTS EVENTS Thursday 16 April from 10.15am

Test your skills in the FIFA20 Knockout Comp! $10 Entry. FREE chips, drink and ice block and prizes to be won!

KIDS’ E-SPORTS EVENT FEATURING Thursday 23 April from 10.15am. Book from 21 March Come play Fortnite for two hours at the club For $10 receive Drink, Chips and Raffle Prizes. This event is not sponsored, endorsed, or administered by Epic Games, Inc. No players over 18yrs. LTPM/19/04691

MAGIC LIVE STARRING BENNY T. 2pm, Friday 17 April. Book from 21 March $10 Entry. MAGIC LIVE will transport you to a mysterious world of Magic and Illusion; starring Magician Benny T and his amazing, beautiful Magic Assistants. Get ready to witness mind blowing magic, illusion, comedy and sleight of hand, in this one-hour spectacular.

KIDS ZUMBA Wednesday 15 April, 11am - midday $5 Entry. Age 6-16 years. In the Ryedale Room in the Heritage Function Centre. Includes a 1-hour Zumba Class and a bottle of water. *Parent or sibling over 18yrs required to be present in class. Tickets available from 21 March.

YOUTH YOGA Thursday 23 April 10.30am - 11.30am $5 Entry. Age 6-16 years. In the Ryedale Room in the Heritage Function Centre. Includes a 1-hour Yoga Class and a bottle of water. *Parent or sibling over 18yrs required to be present in class. Tickets available from 21 March.

New e-Sports competition coming in March. See flyers for full details closer to the time. FEB MAR APR 2020

$10,000

MEMBERS’ CASH DRAW Your chance to win

$2,000 CA$H

Swipe your membership card between 6pm – 8.00pm The draw starts at 8.35pm. LTPS/19/40941. No Money Wheel promotion on this night. See club flyers for details.

$5,000

PREMIER REWARDS DRAW (only open to members with Prestige, Elite or Premium status in the club’s Premier Rewards Programme).

Drawn at 1. 9.30pm

Swipe between 8.15pm and 9.00pm.

2. 9.40pm

All prizes are in Visa cards with a cash value that can be used in over 3,000 stores. The five (5) $1,000 draws start at 9.30pm.

3. 9.50pm

LTPM/19/04691. Members may only win one (1) prize in this promotion. No Money Wheel promotion on this night. See club flyers for details.

$1,000

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4. 10.00pm 5. 10.15pm

SENIORS WEEK 2020 MONDAY 17 - FRIDAY 21 FEBRUARY SENIORS’ $2 LUNCHEON 1. A two course meal at the Palm Court Bistro (lunch only) or $10 credit on any bistro meal. OR 2. Any top shelf savoury dish with salad or $10 credit on any Coffee Club purchase. Conditions apply. PLUS! Each senior citizen member will receive a free 355ml Coke or any Coca Cola soft drink product. Purchase your $2 MEAL DEAL and FREE DRINK VOUCHER from Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club Reception between 11am – 2pm any day during Seniors’ Week (Monday 17 - Friday 21 February). Conditions apply. See club flyers for details.

PANTRY RAFFLE - Tuesday 18 February Buy $5 and receive $5 worth of FREE raffle tickets when you present your Seniors’ Card or Pension Travel Card. Tickets on sale at 1pm The raffle commences at 2pm

FRIDAY RAFFLE - Friday 21 February Buy $5 and receive $5 worth of FREE raffle tickets when you present your Seniors’ Card or Pension Travel Card. Tickets on sale at 5.30pm. The raffle starts at 6.30pm.

THE

PALM COURT BISTRO

FEB MAR APR 2020

INTERNAL CLUB NEWS BRIDGE CLUB If you have played Bridge in the past, why not join your fellow club members at one of our regular play sessions. No partner is needed as we will look after you. Mondays: 12.45pm to 4.00pm or Tuesdays 7.30pm to 10.30pm. If you would like to be introduced to the latest innovations in Bridge bidding and play, come to our coaching sessions from 10.15am to 12.00 noon each Monday. Beginner lessons for club members will be advised in the next issue of Hawk Talk. Phone John on 0412 062 957 for more details. Table fees for each session are $6 for members and $8 for visitors.

THE FISHING CLUB The results for the 2019 year were as follows. The biggest fish was caught by Raymond Calligeros with a 2.1kg Snapper, Runner up was Winnie Foo with a 1.83kg Teraglin and Winston foo was 3rd place -with A 1.80kg Morwong. The heaviest bag was Sam Sundar with a 67.8kg bag, followed by Michael Cheng with 34.6kg then Gary Lam with 24kgs. The October trip started out OK, but by mid-morning the wind was up and we were unable to hold bottom. The skipper decided to head for shelter so we spent the last hour and a half fishing inside The Heads. Sam Sundar once again had the heaviest bag with 8.9kgs with George Varga the heaviest fish, a 1kg Sargent Baker. There wasn’t a trip in November as the boat the (Putney Star) was in for service and repairs. The catch up trip on December 23rd was a pleasant outing with few tangles and little loss of sinkers. The ten members attending all managed to get a feed of fish and once again Sam Sundar had the heaviest bag at 6.7kgs. The biggest fish was shared between Sam and Nie Ceh, a 1.12kg Morwong. I am sure all winners for 2019 enjoyed the Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club red wine. The fishing club organises monthly deep-sea charter boat fishing trips on the first Sunday of most months; any interested club member should contact Sam Sundar on 0413 000 303 or attend the monthly fishing club meeting on the third Thursday of each month at 8pm, except December. Fishing Club President, Trevor Fahey.

CAMERA CLUB Photography is an exciting hobby that takes you to see things that you wouldn’t ordinarily see. For example, have you ever been to Olympic trials to see competitors vying for a place? Maybe a surf boat race or a car show? Our group makes several trips each year and visits these exciting events to photograph them. Each trip is optional so if you don’t like a particular subject you don’t have to go. It’s a way to meet friends and get involved. We also have mentors to help you if you aren’t sure the way your camera works or just want better shots. Why not join us, you won’t be disappointed! You can view our images on the website at www.pbase. com/relccc. We meet in the Willandra Room every 2nd & 4th Monday from February to November, so come along and check out this friendly club as our guest. Bob Stephenson 0448 615 841. GOLF CLUB Penrith was the final round of the Club Championships CHESS CLUB and congratulations go to our 2019 Club Champion, Steve The Club Championship finals are complete, with Ben Sindel Ferns, and A Grade Net Winner and B Grade Net Winner, finishing first, Arthur Huynh second and Lorenzo Escalante John Nilan. Winner of the day’s event was Sharon Norton third. While the club championship finals were taking place, with Steve Ferns runner-up. Windsor was the Medal of the Ryde-Eastwood Classic tournament was held for the other Medals battle, with congratulations to John Nilan who took players, and was won overall by Sattar Nazari, with Mohan out the honours. The winner on the day was decided on a Pagadala second and Les Mikolajczyk third. The Division 2 three-way count back with Valery P. the victor and John winners were Alan Marton and Daniel Wang. Club activities Nilan runner-up. Dunheved was home to the Guzzler’s Cup resumed on 15 January in 2020. The 2020 AGM was held on this year with Dave Whybro winning. Cabramatta hosted a 29 January, followed by the Club Rapid Championship over multiplier event with Dave Whybro and Slava winning and the following three weeks. As always, new players of any Natalia P. and Robert Wood runner-up. Richmond hosted standard are welcome on Wednesdays at 7:30pm. Visit our a single Stableford with Robert Wood winning and Colin website at www.rydeeastwoodchessclub.blogspot. Cope runner-up. Fox Hills was the ever popular Hams’ com. Contact Les Mikolajczyk (0412 970 059), or Rob Day with everyone winning a prize, but in the lucky dip the Watson (0408 463 759). big hams went to John Nilan and Slava Sokolov, and the slightly smaller hams went to Warren Savy and Peter Lau. EUCHRE CLUB The smallest hams went to Valery P. and Colin Cope. Good The Euchre Club had an enjoyable year in 2019 with many golfing for 2020! Annika. new members and exciting and competitive games. If you are a player, why not come and join us on Wednesday nights INDOOR BOWLS at 7.20pm in the Willandra Room. We celebrated Christmas This year, the Indoor Bowls Club is inviting male players to with a lovely dinner in the Golden Hawk Restaurant, which join our Wednesday bowls sessions as well as our Thursday was well attended by the players and their partners, and night sessions. Any male players or those wanting to learn are also our patron, Paul Moujalli with his wife Dianne. Paul welcome to join us at both sessions. The 2019 Consistency announced our yearly winners for 2019, which was closely Award for Wednesday players was won by Pat Petty with contested. Congratulations to 1st: Ivy Hitchens, 2nd: Ann Kannard runner up. The Thursday night ladies’ Award Joe Lake and 3rd: Don Baillie. Thank you Paul for your was also won by Pat Petty with Marina Pelaez runner up. support during 2019. Also congratulations to our monthly The men’s Award winner was Luis Tirivanti with Jeffrey Tam winners for September 2019 - 1st: Joe Lake, 2nd: Beverley runner up. Congratulations to all. All our social functions Caward. October 2019 - 1st: Ivy Hitchens, 2nd: Pierina Dick. were very well attended. We are grateful to the Board of RELC November 2019 - 1st: Ivy Hitchens, 2nd: Celeste Norman. for its continued support and to Sidney and his staff for their For any further information please contact our President Don catering at our functions. Our best wishes to our Patron, Mr Baillie on 9869 2857. Jack King, and to those members who have been unwell, we hope to see you again soon. We play Wednesday 10.15am – 2 pm and Thursday 7.15pm – 10pm. Enquiries Cath on M: 0413 600 019 or Narelle on 8065 9284.

SENIORS CLUB In December 2019 our members enjoyed Christmas Lunch at the Club with Peter Beard keeping everyone entertained with his music. We had interesting bus trips as far away as the Blue Mountains, the Southern Highlands and Central Coast, along with cruises (which are always popular). On 19th December we also had a Coffee and Cake Morning which was the last get-together prior to Christmas. We now have a busy schedule again in 2020, with a bus trip “somewhere” each month with lunch always included. Once a month, usually the first Monday, our energetic walkers take Sydney in their stride – weather permitting. We have many more bus trips planned with Mother’s and Father’s Day Lunches, and most importantly our 20th Anniversary Lunch to be held on 2nd July. Every Thursday we play a game of cards (Solo). For more information please contact Marie Weston, Secretary, on 9638 7419. TRAVELLING BOWLS CLUB We thoroughly enjoyed our Christmas lunch held at RydeEastwood Leagues club on Friday 22 November 2019; we had a great attendance and everyone seemed to have a good time. Hopefully Santa found you all and you celebrated the New Year in style. A huge thank you to our Patrons, Allen and Gwen Douglas and Dennis Petkovich for their support throughout the year; we truly appreciate their company and what they do for us throughout the year. Thank you to Chef Sidney and his staff for the lovely food. We all enjoyed our 3 course lunch and the great service that the staff provided. The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for Thursday 6 February 2020 at 7pm at Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club, so please come along and nominate yourself or somebody else to be on the committee for the 2020 year. Our first trip for 2020 will be to Towradgi Bowling Club on Sunday 23 February 2020, and then the next trip on Sunday 3 May 2020 to Picton Bowling Club. Please come along and join in the fun. For further information, please contact either Milly Farrell on 9874 4667, Robyn Newton on 9858 3014, Helen McClure on 9457 8502 or Maria Armstrong on 9888 6359. TRAVEL CLUB Well, we came through a very enjoyable “Melbourne Cup Day” at RELC. Don’t know of any winners! And then we planned for our Final Event of the year – “Our Christmas Party”. About 45 members came to enjoy an afternoon of good food and prizes. The tables were well decorated and drew the breath of our members. Everyone went away with a prize, and a table decoration for them to display in their home. New Year Brings a new plan and ideas; first-up was our monthly meeting on 7th January and then we had a get-together Lunch at RELC Bistro on the 23rd. In February we have an important luncheon, “The Inaugural Meeting of the Travel Club”, 20 years since the First Meeting of the Founding Members. We expect a great role-up! Be early and get your name down. Then in March we will hold our ”AGM”. This is an important meeting and hopefully some NEW Blood for the Committee will be elected. Make sure you’re there to have your say. Later that month, we are off on a boat cruise around Brisbane Waters, which should be a great day! In April watch-out for details of a coach tour to Picton. Remember that we meet on the first Tuesday of the Month at 10.30am in the Ryedale Room. Contact Jill Kemp regarding Membership and general information. Hope the New Year is great and that Christmas was enjoyable.

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DID YOU KNOW THAT ALL RYDE-EASTWOOD LEAGUES CLUB MEMBERS GET A 10% DISCOUNT ON ALL COFFEE CLUB MEALS?

EVERY THURSDAY 4.30PM - 10PM

anzac day NO COUPON REQUIRED 30/04/20

31/10/13

BUY ONE MEAL

GET THE SECOND HALF PRICE! 30/04/20

31/10/13

GOLDEN HAWK BANQUET SPECIAL $35pp* 4 person min. • Sate Beef • Peking Pork

Monday Rump Steak (250g) with YOUR CHOICE OF sauce Tuesday Chicken Schnitzel Wednesday Pasta BOLOGNAISE Thursday Thai Green Chicken CURRY Friday Roast of the Day Sunday special fried rice

• Lemon Chicken • Mongolian Lamb • Stir-fried Mixed Vegetable • Fried /Boiled Rice • Bottle of wine from selected

Nericon range. Valid 1/02/20 to 30/04/20. * Member specials and prices only. Terms and conditions apply. Food photographs for illustrative purposes only.

Saturday LOBSTER SPECIAL Hot and Cold Seafood Platter for Two Including Half Lobster Mornay $59.90

Valid 1/02/20 to 30/04/20. * Member specials and prices only. Terms and conditions apply. Food photographs for illustrative purposes only.

FEB MAR APR 2020

On Thursday 26 March PLAY ‘THREE OF A KIND’ AND MATCH THREE OF THE SAME CA$H NUMBERS TO WIN. YOUR CHANCE TO WIN $3,000

CA$H!

To enter, swipe your membership card from 6pm – 8pm. At 8.30pm three winners will be drawn, followed by another three winners at 8.40pm. The game starts at 8.45pm. The six winners, in the order they are drawn, will select from 27 prize envelopes in the barrel and match the cash amount in the envelope with the prize amount on the board (see sample prize board below). The six winners, in turn, keep drawing until 18 envelopes have been drawn. When a prize amount on the board has three of the same prize amounts pinned to the board below it ( the ‘three of a kind’) the member wins that cash prize amount. After the first 18 envelopes are drawn, three more winning tickets are drawn from the barrel. These three new members will join any remaining members still in the draw and keep drawing the prize envelopes, in turn, until all 27 envelopes are drawn and all prize amounts have been won. There is no money wheel on this night. See club flyers for details. LTPS/19/40940

$3,000

PRIZE BOARD

$2,000

$1,000

$500

Whoever picks the third envelope in sequence wins that cash amount!

MAJOR PRIZE AMOUNTS:

1 x $3,000

1 x $2,000

3 x $1,000

4 x $500

$5,000

PREMIER REWARDS DRAW (Only open to members with Prestige, Elite or Premium status in the club’s Premier Rewards Programme).

Swipe between 8.15pm and 9.00pm. All prizes are in Visa cards with a cash value that can be used in over 3,000 stores. The $1,000 draws start at 9.30pm. Conditions apply. Members may only win one (1) prize in this promotion. See club flyers for full details. LTPM/19/04691.

$1,000 DRAWN AT • 9.30pm • 9.40pm • 9.50pm • 10.00pm • 10.15pm 8

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BALLOT CLOSING DATES 2020:

Winter school holidays closes February 7 2020. Spring school holidays closes March 27 2020. Christmas Holidays closes May 31 2020

Premier Rewards PROGRAMME

WHERE IT PAYS TO BELONG Members earn benefits within the club depending on the points they earn via club spend. Rewards and benefits increase for each level. There are five tiers of membership from Base up to Prestige

Terms & Conditions apply. For more details visit www.releagues.com.au then click on Membership and then Premier Rewards. FEB MAR APR 2020

Happy Eas $3,000 EASTER RAFFLE WEDNESDAY 8 APRIL Ticket sales from 6.00pm The raffle starts at 7.30pm Fantastic Easter prizes on offer include SPECIAL EASTER HAMPERS, SEAFOOD TRAYS, WINE PACKS and of course a wonderful selection of EASTER EGGS. PLUS, for one lucky winner there is a “Lucky Last” iPad Mini on offer!

SEAFOOD BUFFET & EASTER RAFFLE SUNDAY 12 APRIL ALL YOU CAN EAT HOT AND COLD SEAFOOD BUFFET INCLUDING PRAWNS AND OYSTERS Reserved Seating. ADULTS $55.00 per head CHILDREN $33.00 (4 -12 years). UNDER 4 FREE LUNCH ONLY 12:00pm – 3:00pm Booking at Club reception from Monday 16 March FULL PAYMENT REQUIRED AT TIME OF BOOKING.

EASTER RAFFLE

Ticket sales from 1pm. The raffle starts at 2pm.

Special Easter Hampers and Seafood Trays up for grabs.

(Replaces the regular Super Sunday raffle).

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ster 2020 $15,000

EASTER ‘EGGSTRAVAGANZA’ PROMOTIONS THURSDAY 9 APRIL

$10,000 MEMBERS’ DRAW Celebrate this Easter with a BIG $2,000 Easter CA$H win! Swipe your membership card between 6.00pm – 8.00pm. The draws start from 8.35pm. LTPS/19/40958. There is no Money Wheel promotion on this night.

MAJOR CASH PRIZES 2 x $2,000 3 x $1,000 4 x $500 2 x $250 5 X $100

$5,000 PREMIER REWARDS DRAW THURSDAY 9 APRIL (Only open to members with Prestige, Elite or Premium status in the club’s Premier Rewards Programme).

Swipe between 8.15pm and 9.00pm. The $1,000 draws start at 9.30pm. LTPM/19/04691. Members may only win one (1) prize in this promotion. There is no Money Wheel promotion on this night. See club flyers for all details.

$2,000 MEMBERS’ CASH DRAW MONDAY 13 APRIL A minimum of $2,000 to be won. Swipe 5.30pm – 7.30pm. The draw starts at 8pm. Spin the money wheel for the chance to win up to $500 CA$H. LTPM/19/04691. See club flyers for details. NB: NO BINGO ON FRIDAY 10 APRIL OR MONDAY 13 APRIL

FEB MAR APR 2020

WHAT’S ON AT RYDE-EASTWOOD IN FEBRUARY SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

$10,000

SATURDAY

1.00pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge)

Members’ Cash Draw Thursday 27 February 02

1pm Super Sunday Raffle Sales 2pm Super Sunday Raffle Starts

10am Bridge 7pm Bingo

10am Bridge 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Camera Club

THE MCGRATH FOUNDATION PINK WEEK BEGINS. 10am Seniors’ Week begins. 10am Bridge 7pm Bingo

THE MCGRATH 10am Bridge FOUNDATION PINK 7pm Bingo WEEK CONCLUDES. 7.30pm Camera Club 1pm Super Sunday Raffle Sales 2pm Super Sunday Raffle Starts

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12pm Gala Day featuring Bob Howe 1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales 2pm Travel Club 2pm Pantry Draw Starts 7.30pm Ceroc 7.30pm Bridge

1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales 2pm Pantry Draw Starts 7.30pm Ceroc 7.30pm Bridge

10.15am Mixed Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo starts 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 7pm Line Dancing – Beginners 7.20pm Euchre Club 7.30pm Chess Club 8pm Line Dancing – Experienced

10.15am Mixed Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 7pm Line Dancing – Beginners 7.20pm Euchre Club 7.30pm Chess Club 8pm Line Dancing – Experienced

10am Line Dancing – Experienced 12pm Line Dancing – Intermediate 1pm Line Dancing – Beginners 6.30pm APL Poker 7.15pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $8,888 Chinese New Year Swipe Times 8.35pm $8,888 Chinese New Year draw starts

10am Line Dancing – Experienced 11am Seniors Club 12pm Line Dancing – Intermediate 1pm Line Dancing – Beginners 6.30pm APL Poker 7.15pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $1,000 Money Wheel Swipe Times 9pm $1,000 Money Wheel starts

10am Line Dancing – Experienced 12pm Line Dancing – Intermediate 1pm Line Dancing – Beginners 6.30pm APL Poker 7pm McGrath Foundation Cocktail Party and Trivia Night. 7.15pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $1,000 Money Wheel Swipe Times 9pm $1,000 Money Wheel starts

6.30pm APL Poker 7.15pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $10,000 Members’ Draw Swipe Times. Draw starts 8.35pm. 8.15-9pm $5,000 Premier Rewards Draw Swipe Times. Draw starts at 9.30pm.

11am Bingo Starts 12pm Poker Registration 1pm Poker Begins 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 5.30pm Final Friday Raffle sales 6.30pm Final Friday Raffle starts 7pm Background Lounge music (Main Lounge)

11am Bingo Starts 12pm Poker Registration 1pm Poker Begins 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 5.30pm Final Friday Raffle sales 6.30pm Final Friday Raffle starts 7pm Background Lounge music (Main Lounge). Valentine’s Day!

1.00pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge) 8.00pm Showtime with THE UK BEE GEEZ

1.00pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge)

1.00pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge) 8.30pm Showtime with AKMAL - OPEN FOR RENOVATIONS COMEDY NIGHT

Seniors’ Week ends.

11am Bingo Starts 12pm Poker Registration 1pm Poker Begins 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 5.30pm Final Friday Raffle sales 6.30pm Final Friday Raffle starts with major prize. 7pm Background Lounge music (Main Lounge) 8pm-12am NEW Ryde Retro Mania Disco Night

1.00pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge)

WHAT’S ON AT RYDE-EASTWOOD IN MARCH SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

THE FITNESS EDGE 10am Bridge NOW TRADES 24 7pm Bingo HOURS. 1pm Super Sunday Raffle Sales 2pm Super Sunday Raffle Starts

1pm Super Sunday Raffle Sales 2pm Super Sunday Raffle Starts

10am Bridge 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Camera Club

10am Bridge 7pm Bingo

10am Bridge 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Camera Club

10am Bridge 7pm Bingo

11am Gala Day featuring Susannah Mirana 1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales 2pm Travel Club 2pm Pantry Draw Starts 7.30pm Ceroc 7.30pm Bridge

1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales 2pm Pantry Draw Starts 7.30pm Ceroc 7.30pm Bridge

10.15am Mixed Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 7pm Trivia Contest 7pm Line Dancing – Beginners 7.20pm Euchre 7.30pm Chess Club 8pm Line Dancing – Experienced

10am Line Dancing – Experienced 12pm Line Dancing – Intermediate 1pm Line Dancing – Beginners 6.30pm APL Poker 7.15pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $1,000 Money Wheel Swipe Times 9pm $1,000 Money Wheel starts

10am Line Dancing – Experienced 12pm Line Dancing – Intermediate 1pm Line Dancing – Beginners 6.30pm APL Poker 7.15pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $10,000 Members’ Draw Swipe Times. Draw starts at 8.35pm. 8.15-9pm $5,000 Premier Rewards Draw Swipe Times. Draw starts at 9.30pm.

11am Bingo Starts 12pm Poker Registration 1pm Poker Begins 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 5.30pm Final Friday Raffle sales 6.30pm Final Friday Raffle starts 7pm Background Lounge music (Main Lounge)

11am Bingo Starts 12pm Poker Registration 1pm Poker Commences 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 5.30pm Final Friday Raffle sales 6.30pm Final Friday Raffle starts 7pm Background Lounge music (Main Lounge) 7pm-11pm Line Dancing Social Event.

11am Bingo Starts 12pm Poker Registration 1pm Poker Begins 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 5.30pm Final Friday Raffle sales 6.30pm Final Friday Raffle starts with major prize 7pm Background Lounge music (Main Lounge) 8pm-12am Ryde Retro Mania Disco Night

1pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge)

1pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.00pm Showtime featuring Oh Boy, the Buddy Holly Tribute 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge)

1pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge)

1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales 2pm Pantry Draw Starts 7.30pm Ceroc 7.30pm Bridge

JELLYBEAN JAM! Live and FREE at the Club - 9pm, Friday 6 March.

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WHAT’S ON AT RYDE-EASTWOOD IN APRIL SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

EASTER RAFFLES AND DRAWS 8 APRIL - 13 APRIL 05

1pm Super Sunday Raffle Sales 2pm Super Sunday Raffle Starts

12pm-3pm Easter Seafood Buffet 1pm Special Easter Raffle Raffle Sales 2pm Special Easter Raffle Starts EASTER SUNDAY

10am Bridge 7pm Bingo

10am Bridge 5.30pm-7.30pm $2,000 Easter Cash draw swipe times. 7.30pm Camera Club. 8pm $2,000 Easter Cash draw starts. EASTER MONDAY Bingo is cancelled.

1pm Super Sunday Raffle Sales 2pm Super Sunday Raffle Starts

10am Bridge 7pm Bingo

12pm Gala Lunch featuring Michael Montgomery 1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales 2pm Pantry Draw Starts 7.30pm Ceroc 7.30pm Bridge

11am Kids’ Movie PG 1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales 2pm Pantry Draw Starts 3pm Teens’ Movie M15 7.30pm Ceroc 7.30pm Bridge

11am Fun Kids’ Bingo 1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales 2pm Pantry Draw Starts 7.30pm Ceroc 7.30pm Bridge

WEDNESDAY

10.15am Mixed Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo 7pm Trivia Contest 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 7pm Line Dancing – Beginners 7.20pm Euchre Club 7.30pm Chess Club 8pm Line Dancing – Experienced

10.15am Mixed Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo 7pm Trivia Contest 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 6pm $3,000 Easter raffle sales 7pm Line Dancing – Beginners 7.20pm Euchre Club 7.30pm Chess Club 7.30pm $3,000 Easter Raffle begins. 8pm Line Dancing – Experienced

10.15am Mixed Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo 11am Kids’ Zumba 7pm Trivia Contest 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 7pm Line Dancing – Beginners 7.20pm Euchre Club 7.30pm Chess Club 8pm Line Dancing – Experienced

10.15am Mixed Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo 7pm Trivia Contest 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 7pm Line Dancing – Beginners 7.20pm Euchre Club 7.30pm Chess Club 8pm Line Dancing – Experienced

THURSDAY

10am Line Dancing – Experienced 12pm Line Dancing – Intermediate 1pm Line Dancing – Beginners 6.30pm APL Poker 7.15pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $10,000 Easter Draw Swipe Times 8.35pm $10,000 Easter draw starts 8.15pm-9pm $5,000 Premier Rewards draw

FRIDAY

11am Bingo Starts 12pm Poker Registration 1pm Poker Begins 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 5.30pm Final Friday Raffle sales 6.30pm Final Friday Raffle starts 7pm Background Lounge music (Main Lounge)

12pm Poker Registration 1pm Poker Begins 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 5.30pm Final Friday Raffle sales 6.30pm Final Friday Raffle starts 7pm Background Lounge music (Main Lounge)

SATURDAY

1pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8pm It’s showtime with The Sydney Welsh Choir and Sydney Siders Express Harmony Chorus 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge)

1pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge) EASTER SATURDAY

GOOD FRIDAY Bingo Cancelled

swipes. Draw starts 9.30pm.

10am Line Dancing – Experienced 10.15am E-Sports FIFA 20 Competition 9-16yrs 11am Seniors Club 12pm Line Dancing – Intermediate 1pm Line Dancing – Beginners 6.30pm APL Poker 7.15pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $1,000 Money Wheel Swipe Times 9pm Money Wheel starts

10am Line Dancing – Experienced 10.15am E-Sports Event Featuring Fortnite. 10.30am Kids’ Yoga 12pm Line Dancing – Intermediate 1pm Line Dancing – Beginners 6.30pm APL Poker 7.15pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $2,000 Members’ Cash draw swipes. Draw starts at 8.30pm. 8.15pm-9pm $3,000 Premier Rewards draw

11am Bingo Starts 12pm Poker Registration 1pm Poker Begins 2pm Kids’ Magic Show featuring Benny T. 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 5.30pm Final Friday Raffle sales 6.30pm Final Friday Raffle starts 7pm Background Lounge music (Main Lounge)

1pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8pm It’s showtime with A Farewell to Doris featuring Melinda Schneider 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge)

ANZAC DAY 1pm Old Time/New Vogue Dancing 8.30pm Upbeat Lounge Entertainment with dancing (Oasis Lounge)

swipes. Draw starts 9.30pm.

1pm Super Sunday Raffle Sales 2pm Super Sunday Raffle Starts

10am Bridge 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Camera Club

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1pm Pantry Draw Ticket Sales 2pm Pantry Draw Starts 7.30pm Ceroc 7.30pm Bridge

10.15am Mixed Indoor Bowls 11am Bingo 5 - 7pm Happy Hour 7pm Line Dancing – Beginners & Trivia 7.20pm Euchre Club 7.30pm Chess Club 8pm Line Dancing – Experienced

6.30pm APL Poker 7.15pm Mixed Indoor Bowls 6-8pm $1,000 Money Wheel Swipe Times 9pm $1,000 Money Wheel starts

School Holiday Fun - see page 3

PRE-ANZAC DAY PROMOTIONS THURSDAY 23 APRIL

$2,000 MEMBERS’ CASH DRAW A minimum of $2,000 to be won. Swipe from 6-8pm. The draw starts at 8.30pm. Spin the money wheel for the chance to win up to $500

CA$H!

LTPM/19/04691. There is no Money Wheel on this Night.

$3,000 PREMIER REWARDS DRAW (only open to members with Prestige, Elite or Premium status in the club’s Premier Rewards Programme). Swipe between 8.15pm and 9.00pm.

The 3 x $1,000 draws start at 9.30pm. All prizes are awarded in Visa cards with a cash value that can be used in over 3,000 stores. LTPM/19/04691. Conditions apply.

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LINE DANCING WITH JULIE TALBOT

NEXT LINE DANCE SOCIALS

21 February and 20 March - 7pm-11pm. Members $8.80 Non-Members $11.50 Tickets available at Club reception.

ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS ON THURSDAYS AT 1PM

Members $8.20. Non-Members $10.50 per session. No lock-in term fees.

WEEKLY LESSONS AVAILABLE Wednesday 7pm Beginners’. 8pm Open-Session for experienced dancers. Thursday 10am - Open-Session for experienced dancers followed by a 12pm Intermediate Class and a 1pm Beginners’ Class.

Members $8.20 Non-Members $10.50. For more information contact Club Reception on 9807 2444

KENWACKAI’S MIKE SMITH SHIHAN has provided self-defence lessons at Ryde-Eastwood for 37 years. Lessons are on Wednesdays from 5.30pm to 6.55pm @ $20 per lesson. There is also a self-defence course running over 10 weeks, a 1-hour session per week @ $40 per session. Private lessons will be $50 per hour with all classes prepaid.Starting dates and times to be confirmed. Chief Instructor Mike Smith Shihan (5th Degree Black Belt). 0407 952 290 michlande@gmail.com www.kenwackai.com.au

FEB MAR APR 2020

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The Fitness Edge Swim School Babies and Preschooler swimming classes are designed to develop water confidence, safety and survival skills, which all develop a respect for the water. Lessons are 30 minutes’ duration and are conducted by our friendly and encouraging Austswim Qualified Infant Instructors.

WE SUPPORT LAURIE LAWRENCE’S “KIDS ALIVE DO THE 5”

1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Fence the pool Shut the gate Teach your kids to swim – it’s great Supervise – watch your mate and Learn how to resuscitate

The Fitness Edge Swim School offers a safe, friendly and encouraging environment for people of all ages and abilities. Our youngest students are 6 months of age and our most senior member

is in their 70s. It’s never too late to learn the life skill of swimming. All staff at The Fitness Edge are Austswim Qualified and all hold current CPR certification. Babies and Preschool classes are held Monday to Friday between 11am and 12.30pm. There are limited Preschool positions on Saturdays. All Instructors on these classes are qualified in Austswim Infant and Preschool Aquatics. School Age Learn to Swim classes are by far the most popular, with Term 1 - 2020 booked out. The classes cater for all school ages and abilities. The focus for younger children is on safety and gaining confidence; from there we develop all swimming strokes. Our more serious swimmers move on to our stroke correction classes mastering breast stroke and butterfly, and then on to Pre-Squad and Squads.

While the main focus in these levels in still correct technique, speed and racing skills are also developed. Adult classes are held on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday mornings. We have 2 levels - Beginners and Intermediate. (Saturday only). Beginner classes are for members who are not confident to swim with their faces in the water, and intermediate classes for members who can swim but want to improve their technique. Generally, The Fitness Edge Swim School operates within the Public School term. We do hold lessons on Pupil Free days, but not on Public Holidays. During School Holidays we offer an Intensive Swim Programme for our students currently in the programme. These programmes are very beneficial and often result in a surge of aquatic progress. For further details, please call the Swim School office on 9808 7617. Our office hours are: Mon – Fri: 10am – 6pm & Sat: 8am – 1pm.

FEB MAR APR 2020

Greece & Greek Island Cruise 17-day exclusive escorted group tour. Visit Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Sparti and Meteora Monasteries. 4 night luxury cruise highlights Santorini and Mykonos. All ‘must do’ sightseeing included with no optional tours necessary! Departing 14 May 2020

$6,490pp twin share Price includes all airfares, superior hotels, outside cabin, all meals on cruise, two meals daily on tour, and all sightseeing.

Sicily & Malta Featuring Valley of the Temples, Mt Etna, Palermo, Siracusa, Taormina, Valletta, Gozo, Blue Grotto and Medina. An exceptional 17-day tour with all ‘must do’ sightseeing, and no optional tours necessary. Sicily includes an excellent 7-day coach tour.

Departing 28 May 2020.

$5,690pp twin share Price includes all airfares, 4 star hotels, minimum of 2 meals daily and all sightseeing.

COMBIN E BOTH TOURS ... AND CR EATE AN EXCE L LENT 31 DAY ITIN ERARY!

13-Day Cruise Magnificent Europe

15-Day Cruise the Heart of Europe 5-STAR LUXURY CRUISING

On board the impressive 4-star MS Arena, with all cabins having a ‘French’ balcony. Cruise from Cologne to Budapest on the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers.

NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT

Only 2 departures in 2020. 16 October - from $1,990pp (twin) 15 June - from $2,550pp (twin) Unbeatable value for 4-star luxury river cruising.

Up to 3 cabins on most cruises. 7 departures in 2020. Prices start from $4,190pp Balcony upgrade is only $900pp

Ph 9807 5188 Office hours: 10am - 5.30pm (weekdays) Email: sale 18

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Let us show you

The World Russia, Scandinavia and / or Baltic tour combinations RUSSIA… 7 DAY ST PETERSBURG & MOSCOW TOUR PACKAGE Includes all breakfast and dinners, English speaking guide, first class hotels, features the world famous Hermitage Museum, Peterhof Summer Palace, Katherine’s Palace, Church of Spilled Blood, Peter and Paul residence, St Isaac’s Cathedral, The Kremlin, Czar Bell, St Basil’s Cathedral Red Square and evening illumination tour and cruise.

$2,390pp twin

(tour date: 7 - 13 July)

BALTIC… COMPRISING ESTONIA, LATVIA & LITHUANIA Includes all breakfast & dinners, English speaking guide, 4-star hotels, features guided city tours in Vilnius, Riga & Tallinn, Hill of Crosses, Rundale Palace, Trakai Castle, Gauja NP, Tompea Castle and museums

$2,090pp twin

(tour date: 28 June - 5 July)

SCANDINAVIA… TRAFALGAR COST-SAVER 12-DAY TOUR Discover the natural beauty and spectacular scenery of Norway, Sweden and Denmark. See amazing fjords, harbours and waterways, and visit Copenhagen, Odense, Oslo, Aalborg, Gothenburg, Telemark, Vemork, Bergen, Fagernes, Lillehammer and Stockholm.

$3,150pp twin

(tour date: 17 - 28 June) . train, ferry and Russian visa support documents. Combine all three tours… and create an excellent 29-Day itinerary Including all flights, Helsinki, Excellent value at… $10,680pp (twin share)

SOLO TRAVELLER’S CLUB

No joining fees. Regular meetings. We also have day trips, theatre shows, lunches and are always open to suggestions for new destinations! Planned trips for 2020 are: Adelaide, Murray River & Kangaroo Island Murwillumbah Hawaii Longreach & Winton Perth & South-West WA Hunter Valley Christmas in July Greece, Sicily & Malta in stunning autumn colours.

Japan

Let’s get our bags packed for an exciting 2020! Contact Marlene at Travelabout, Mondays to Wednesdays on 9807 5188

TRAVEL SOLO - BUT NEVER ALONE!

14-Day all-inclusive holiday package with all flights, hotels & all ‘must do’ sightseeing. Departing 2 November 2020

$10,740 Solo. $9,290pp (twin share)

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COMMUNITY NEWS COMMUNITY NEWS RYDE-EASTWOOD LEAGUES CLUB DONATES AN ULTRASOUND MACHINE TO RYDE HOSPITAL As part of our commitment to bettering our community, RydeEastwood Leagues Club works with many organisations, clubs and teams to provide funding when there is a shortfall or a gap to fill. That gap came in the form of a much-needed ultrasound machine for Ryde Hospital. While the hospital has a radiology and imaging department that houses a state-of-the-art ultrasound machine, the Emergency Department (ED) lacked a portable version that now plays an integral part in the ED. Ryde Hospital invited RELC to see just how important the machine is for the ED. Dr. Robert Bush, an ED physician, along with Heather Gough, General Manager of Ryde Hospital, gave us an overview and demonstration of the new machine. An ultrasound machine uses soundwaves to provide a non-invasive way to see inside the body. As Dr. Robert Bush explained, the machine sends soundwaves into the body and the reflected soundwaves differentiate between the veins, arteries, muscles, etc. Having a portable version in ED helps reduce the time it would take to diagnose an issue by providing a glimpse into the patient’s body without having to send them to the imaging department, which takes extra time and money. Using the portable machine also alleviates the stress for patients who don’t have to wait hours or days for an appointment to obtain their results. “A patient who suffers a fall can learn right away in the ED if they have suffered any fractures and receive medication to the localised area much quicker,” Dr. Bush explained. “This is all thanks to the Ultrasound machine, which provides so many great benefits for the community.”

The World’s Greatest Shave returns to Ryde-Eastwood Leagues! Last year the Ryde-Eastwood family raised over $5,000 at its World’s Greatest Shave event, which contributed to helping the fight against blood cancer. In 2020, we’re doing it again and aiming to raise even more money for the Leukaemia Foundation. Come along and shave or colour your hair this March and help Aussie families beat blood cancer. Shave or colour your hair at the club on Wednesday 11 March from 6.30pm!

ANNUAL RELC FUN RUN / WALK! On Sunday 27 October 2019, members of Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club and The Fitness Edge, along with staff and families, participated in the fourth annual RELC Fun Run/Walk (participants could either run or walk 5km, 10km, or volunteer). We are very proud to announce that the annual RELC Fun Run/Walk members’ registrations, sponsorship and Board of

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Directors’ donation raised over $5,000 for the Children’s Medical Research Institute! Thank you to each and every participant, volunteer, the Board, our generous sponsors and the wider Ryde-Eastwood family. Bring on 2020’s event - we have a new goal to reach this year!

SPORTS & COMMUNITY NEWS ERNA HAWKS FLYING IN 2020! After a very success 2019 season with the Open team winning the Netball NSW Premier League competition with a very convincing win over the Central Coast Heart in September and our Under 23 team coming in fourth, the teams for 2020 begin training in early February. The Premier League season starts at the end of April with the competition increased to 10 franchises this year. These extra two teams come from the Illawarra district and Canberra, so these dedicated netballers will have lots of travelling backwards and forwards to Sydney each Wednesday night. As can happen after a grand final win the Opens team has had a few retirements and a couple of players unable to play due to their regular duties with the NSW Swifts and GIANTS Netball. Sandy Attard is stepping up into the roll of head coach for the Opens, after successful 2019 coach Jen Wright has moved on coaching the U19 state team. Sandy is very much looking forward to the challenge of coaching this talented and successful team. Sandy will be ably assisted by Debbie Deans Smith a long-term ERNA player and coach, and Manager Di Bills.

The Opens team for 2020 will be Georgia Marshall, Emily Bills, Claire O’Brien, Alisha Cairns, Ebony Burnard, Sophie Dwyer, Olivia Coleman, Alison Miller, Nicole Styles and new recruits Brooke Lawrence (sister of Wests Tigers’ Chris Lawrence) and Stephanie MacGougan; we happily welcome both girls to our club. For the first part of the season the Opens will be “loaning” many of its players to NSW 2 ANL teams, so initially, there will be lots of player movement. The Hawks U23 team is a young new look team this year for Jennie Webster and Rachel Lenaz to coach and nurture into future champions. Once again, the team will be managed by long term ERNA stalwart, Debra Hanson. The team for 2020 is Laura Cook, Catherine Tevaga, Anastasia Afoa, Levana Wayne-Boyle, Papi Alaalatoa, Tayla Harkins, Ana Lupe Kailahi, Amelia Kirgan, Ella Woodhill, Chloe Hatvany and Jessica Conlan, with training partners Macy Peni and Malava Palamo.

WIN TICKETS TO THE NETBALL! As a Ryde-Eastwood “Members Only” offer, there will be lucky draws during the season to win tickets to cheer on your ERNA Hawks team at a Premier League game. There will also be a chance to win one of 4 Family Passes to see the following Game:

MAY 3 Swifts v Lightning 1pm at Ken Rosewall Arena For your chance to win the family passes above, simply register your name at Club reception from 3 February to be eligible. Names will be drawn on a ballot basis, with all winners notified via phone.

The ERNA Hawks are looking forward to another tough and hopefully successful 2020!

PINK WEEK FUNDRAISING & TRIVIA FOR THE MCGRATH FOUNDATION 17 - 23 FEBRUARY Ryde-Eastwood is proud to partner with the McGrath Foundation, which raises money to fund McGrath Breast Care Nurses, who provide invaluable support and care to women and men experiencing breast cancer. As part of our Pink Week fundraising initiatives, we are hosting the McGrath Foundation PINK COCKTAIL EVENING FUNDRAISER ON THURSDAY 20 FEBRUARY AT 7PM with finger food and a glass of bubbles on arrival. All proceeds raised on the night will be donated to the McGrath Foundation. The night will include an informative talk from one of the Foundation’s speakers.

This is followed by a FUN TRIVIA COMPETITION with bookings for tables of ten. Tickets for the evening are $35. Book now at Club reception. During Pink Week, The Coffee Club will donate $1 for every purchase of Fish and Chips or Lemon Pepper Calamari. The Palm Court Bistro will donate $1 for every Pink lamington purchase served with a scoop of gelato. In Pink Week, the Club will also donate $1 for every membership sold and 10% of all raffle ticket sales. The Club’s Board will match all donations.

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STRONGBOW BLOSSOM ROSE CIDER $5.00 Members Main Bar ONLY.

330ml glass $5.40 Members Main Bar ONLY.

425ml Schooner $6.40 Members

Prices include members’ 20% discount. Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club encourages the sensible consumption of alcohol.

BAR SPECIALS FEATURE WINES

Wildflower Shiraz Wildflower Pinot Grigio Glass (150ml)

Bottle

$6.20 $25.60

FEATURE COCKTAIL

Pimms Cup Members Price

$8.00

Prices include members’ 20% discount. Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club encourages the sensible consumption of alcohol.

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Happy Mother’s Day

SUNDAY 10 MAY

SPECIAL MOTHER’S DAY RAFFLE Prizes for all the family and some ‘Pamper Hampers’ especially for mum. Ticket sales from 12.30pm in the club foyer. The raffle starts at 2pm.

SPECIAL MOTHER’S DAY PRIZE DRAW Buy a drink over any bar between 11.30am and 2.30pm to gain an entry ticket into the draw. The draw starts at 2.45pm. LTPM/19/04691. See club flyers for details. PRIZES INCLUDE: 2 x $250 Myer vouchers - $100 Beauty Voucher - 32 Inch LED HD Television

Dining Guide ALL YOU CAN EAT HOT AND COLD BUFFET INCLUDING PRAWNS AND OYSTERS Reserved Seating. ADULTS $55.00 per head CHILDREN $33.00 (4 -12 years). UNDER 4 FREE LUNCH ONLY 12:00pm – 3:00pm Booking at Club reception from Monday 16 March FULL PAYMENT REQUIRED AT TIME OF BOOKING.

LUNCH - 12pm – 3pm Dinner from 5.30pm GOLDEN HAWK CHINESE RESTAURANT Mouth-watering Chinese cuisine. (No western dishes available on the day). Yum Cha also available 11.00am – 3.00pm.

THE PALM COURT BISTRO WITH ALFRESCO DINING Steaks, Seafood, Asian, Pasta, Vegetarian and much more for mum to enjoy. Lunch from 11.45am. Dinner from 5.00pm (20% Discount for Members). Conditions apply.

For coffee, cakes and casual dining, there’s plenty for mum to choose from at The Coffee Club. FEB MAR APR 2020

Free Friday ENTERTAINMENT THEY’RE BACK!

JELLYBEAN JAM! Deliciously tasty, full-flavoured hits of yesteryear combined with scrumptious servings of current chart-fillers have given Jellybean Jam a recipe for success, which has established them as Australia’s hardest working party band. Expect non-stop medleys to ensure non-stop dancing complete with tongue in cheek interpretations of the most memorable party tunes from Disco to Swing, Motown to Latin, Funk and Rock to Pop. Come and party the night away with the 2019 ACE Awards Best Showband!

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FRIDAY NIGHTS

ON FRIDAY NIGHTS, ENJOY THE LAID BACK LOUNGE SOUNDS FROM 7PM TILL LATE! USHER IN THE WEEKEND WITH A CHILLED OUT VIBE AFTER HAPPY HOUR. Friday, 7 February 2020

Tony Williams

Friday, 14 February 2020

Sam Newton

Friday, 21 February 2020

So Fresh Live

Friday, 28 February 2020

Glenn Cunningham

Friday, 6 March 2020

Luke Zanc Duo

Friday, 13 March 2020

Jodie Stubbs Duo

Friday, 20 March 2020

SSJ Unplugged

Friday, 27 March 2020

Chris Connolly

Friday, 3 April 2020

Anton Zammit

Friday, 10 April 2020

Jenny Marie Lang

Friday, 17 April 2020

Glenn Cunningham Duo

Friday, 24 April 2020

Troy Smith

Start and finish times may vary. Please check Club website for most up to date information.

RYDE RETRO MANIA! DJ LOUIE WILL TRANSFORM our auditorium into a retro time machine where you will be taken on a musical journey with hits from the 70s 80s 90s Noughties and today. Thousands of people have been dancing to DJ Louie for over 20 years. His passion and energetic personality will ensure your night of friendly fun is one to remember. DJ Louie specialises in the classic retro hits of the 70s, 80s, 90s ,00s right through to the popular dance tracks in the top 40 charts of today.

From 8pm till midnight, dance the night away on Fridays 28 February, 27 March, and 24 April 24

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February/March ENTERTAINMENT UK BEE GEEZ 8PM, SATURDAY 8 FEBRUARY

BOOK NOW. Showtime at 8pm.

Members $18 Non-Members $21 It’s Saturday Night Fever every night with THE UK BEE GEEZ SHOW. The Bee Gees were one of the most successful and adored acts in musical history, and the UK Bee Geez deliver an outstanding tribute to them. Relive all the hits including ‘Staying Alive’, ‘You Should Be Dancing’, ‘How Deep Is Your Love’, ‘Jive Talkin’, plus many more!

AKMAL OPEN FOR RENOVATIONS 8.30PM. SATURDAY 22 FEBRUARY BOOK NOW Tickets $44

Have you always wanted a perfect body, with rock hard abs and buns of steel, without ever getting out of bed? Imagine having enough confidence to get out of your car during a road rage incident that wasn’t your fault, instead of apologising and driving off as quickly as you can. Have you ever wanted to be so financially wealthy that you could pay Rupert Murdoch to perform a silly dance while singing in a high pitched voice, just for a laugh? Well in this show, Akmal will be asking the audience if they know how he can achieve these things! “Random, improvised and hilarious…” www.crickey.com.au. “No one wanted the show to stop…he seemed to own the stage” Sydney Morning Herald

OH BOY – A TRIBUTE TO BUDDY HOLLY AND FRIENDS 8PM. SATURDAY 21 MARCH BOOK FROM 8 FEBRUARY. Tickets $25 Paul McCann presents a superb tribute to Buddy Holly performing favourites such as Rave On, That’ll Be the Day, Peggy Sue and many more. Joined by a great cast, you’ll enjoy songs from other Rock ‘n’ Roll legends in their own right including, Bill Haley, Eddie Cochran, Ritchie Valens & The Big Bopper.

‘Oh Boy’ – it’s a ‘Buddy’ good act!

FEB MAR APR 2020

April/May ENTERTAINMENT SYDNEY WELSH CHOIR with the SYDNEY SIDERS EXPRESS HARMONY CHORUS

Showtime 8pm, SATURDAY 4 APRIL BOOK FROM 22 FEBRUARY. Members $15. Non-Members $18

If you love listening to perfect harmonies, then this is the show for you! Sydney Siders Express is a local group of men and women from all walks of life, who love to sing four-part unaccompanied harmony in the Barbershop Style. They are joined by the Sydney Welsh Choir, to present an unforgettable night of music and harmony.

A FAREWELL TO DORIS STARRING MELINDA SCHNEIDER

Showtime 8pm, SATURDAY 18 APRIL BOOK NOW Tickets $39. Doris Day, ‘the girl next door’, passed away in 2019 at the age of 97. She left us with many timeless hits including Que Sera, Sera, Sentimental Journey, Everybody Loves a Lover and Secret Love. Not to forget those classic songs from the movies; Calamity Jane and the Pajama Game, to name a few. Chart-topping Australian Singer-Songwriter, Melinda Schneider, is joined by the ‘Young At Heart Quartet’ to perform all those magical songs that made the world fall in love with Doris Day. Please be advised that this show only has a limited amount of Companion cards - Management

ABBALANCHE Showtime 8pm, SATURDAY 2 MAY BOOK FROM 21 MARCH Members $20 Non-Members $24 They look, sing and play exactly like their almost as famous counterparts of the 70s – ABBA. Hear renditions of all the ABBA hits including Ring, Ring - Money, Money, Money - Dancing Queen – Fernando and SOS with so many more too numerous to name! A fun night of pop music nostalgia with Abbalanche paying tribute to one of the biggest acts in music history!

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May/June ENTERTAINMENT CAN’T STOP THE MUSIC Showtime 8pm, SATURDAY 16 MAY BOOK FROM 4 APRIL Members $18. Non-Members $22 Be transported through the decades with music from some of the most popular movies of the Century! Back to the 50s & 60s with some of Elvis’ most popular movies including Viva Las Vegas, Harem Scarem, Blue Hawaii and Jailhouse Rock, on to the 70s Disco Era with songs from all-time favourites Saturday Night Fever and Grease. Through to the 90s with the Village People’s classics from the movie - ‘Can’t Stop the Music’ with songs that will have you dancing in your seats to songs such as Y.M.C.A. and In The Navy. Plus, many more favourites from Moulin Rouge, Mamma Mia, Slum Dog Millionaire & Priscilla Queen of the Desert!

FOREVER DIAMOND Showtime 8pm, SATURDAY 13 JUNE BOOK FROM 2 MAY Members $18. Non-Members $22 Experience the superb talents of Peter Byrne in his hit show, Forever Diamond. The Irishman presents Neil Diamond’s greatest hits, spanning over five decades, in an uncanny portrayal that has to be seen to be believed! From Song Sung Blue and Forever in Blue Jeans to Cracklin’ Rosie and Sweet Caroline, Peter will have the audience singing along to all the iconic Neil Diamond hits. Peter Byrne is certainly “No rough Diamond!”

FEB MAR APR 2020

GALA LUNCHES

INCLUDES A 2-COURSE LUNCH AND SPARKLING WINE. Bookings close at 11.45am on the day of the Gala Lunch. TUESDAY 3 MARCH

TUESDAY 4 FEBRUARY 2020

BOB HOWE The Guitar Man who combines vocals and harmonica!

SUSANNAH MIRANA

Members: $14 Non-Members: $17 Book NOW.

A spellbinding performer! Members: $14 Non-Members: $17 Book from 4 February.

TUESDAY 7 APRIL

TUESDAY 5 MAY

TUESDAY 2 JUNE

MICHAEL MONTGOMERY

GRACE MIZZO

STEPHEN FISHER-KING

Amazing Tenor voice! Members: $14 Non-Members: $17 Book from 3 March.

Beautiful songstress Members: $14 Non-Members: $17 Book from 7 April

Free

LOUNGE ENTERTAINMENT SATURDAY NIGHT ON SATURDAY NIGHTS, LIVE IT UP IN THE OASIS LOUNGE FROM 9.00PM TILL LATE! Saturday, 1 February 2020

Timeout

Saturday, 8 February 2020

Tina Petroni

Saturday, 15 February 2020

Paul Fisher

Saturday, 22 February 2020

Ron Ashton

Saturday, 29 February 2020

2 Left Feet

Saturday, 7 March 2020

Nightshift

Saturday, 14 March 2020

Flava

Saturday, 21 March 2020

Sweet Talk

Saturday, 28 March 2020

Norm Bakker

Saturday, 4 April 2020

Dennis Demello Duo

Saturday, 11 April 2020

Phill Simmons

Saturday, 18 April 2020

Franky V

Saturday, 25 April 2020

Power of Two

Start and finish times may vary. Please check Club website for most up to date information.

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Multi Award Winning Singing Sensation

Members: $14 Non-Members: $17 Book from 5 May

FREE Wednesday Trivia @ Ryde-Eastwood! Engage your brain on Wednesday nights in our brand new ‘IQ Trivia’ night, the Interactive Quiz Game Show. WHERE EVERYONE GETS TO BE A TRIVIA STAR! Every Wednesday starting from 4 March. Register at 6.30pm. The competition starts at 7.00pm.

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PALM COURT BISTRO

Over $200 in prizes. A fun night for all. $12 Pasta Bolognaise Special. Returning players the following week receive a 25% discount voucher at The Palm Court Bistro!

ESPORTS NEW WEEKLY TOURNAMENT

COMING SOON! Starting in March 2020. Prizes for weekly winners and all new exciting games. Challenge yourself against friends and family members at your Number 1 Esports venue. Check out our website for all details closer to the time.

YOUR BIRTHDAY CARD OFFERS ARE CHANGING From February, members will now be able to visit the club and redeem the following birthday card offers by swiping their membership card at the rewards centre. We will send you a notification in good time via email or SMS, or via mail.

BIRTHDAY CARD OFFERS: • Golden Hawk Offer - Additional 10% off your dining bill PLUS a $10 drinks voucher • Receive 1 Drink Free as per current offer • Buy $10 worth of Raffle Tickets and get $10 Free. Can be used at any raffle including Birthday Boss Raffle • Birthday Boss Draw Entry – same as current offer. Members having their birthday in the month may swipe each time they visit the club to receive a ticket into the draw. Members may be awarded a maximum of five (5) entries. LTPS/19/32128

FEB MAR APR 2020

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SENIORS’ WEEK

17 - 21 FEBRUARY

P.O. Box 163, West Ryde NSW 1685 E: members@releagues.com.au W: www.releagues.com.au

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$20,000 EASTER PROMOTIONS

8 - 13 APRIL

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MOTHER’S

See page 26 DAYfor full details.

MOTHERS DAY DINING!

SUNDAY 10 MAY

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FAREWELL TO DORIS!

SATURDAY 18 APRIL

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