The 2014-2015 Financial Year Report has been completed, and I am pleased to advise a net profit figure of $5,289,330, which is a small increase on the previous year and another record trading profit for your Club. Members may obtain full details of the annual report via the Club’s website or at Club reception.
I mentioned in my last report that we were close to finalising all relevant issues related to the Hawks on Second site. The Board has resolved to call for Expressions of Interest for the sale of this site and this process commenced at the time of writing this report.
On the Club front we are planning a minor upgrade of the Auditorium in early 2016. The makeover will be mainly cosmetic but designed to bring the décor up to a modern standard. Refurbishment is also planned for all ground floor areas. These areas, although presented well, are in need of a refresh to ensure that we are offering a good standard of finishes to members and their guests. This work will be undertaken progressively throughout 2016.
We are pleased to continue our support for the Adam Gardiner Fund, set up to support those suffering from Amyloidosis. Trisha Gardiner-Wilson, her husband Steven and the rest of their small team work very hard to raise the funds to support the clinic at Westmead Hospital, and we are proud to assist their fundraising efforts.
Also on the support front, the Club continues its support for the Children’s Medical Research Foundation at Westmead Hospital by, again, entering a large contingent into the “Run for Fun” event at Homebush on 1st November. Well done to the staff and family members who participate in this event, and have done for a number of years.
Christmas is almost upon us again and I take this opportunity to wish all our members the very best wishes for the festive season and a happy and healthy 2016.
Keith Aggett President
FOOTBALL REPORT
Season 2015 for the NSW State Cup competition has now concluded, and unfortunately for the Wests Tigers State Cup team this was our worst ever performance in this Grade.
Overall, the team used 44 players in 22 matches and Coach Paul Fletcher was, for the best part of the season, hamstrung in not knowing until game day the composition of the team.
Unfortunately, the NRL squad suffered many injuries, which meant the State Cup squad lost some players that could have bolstered our team.
As stated, the team played 22 competition matches, winning seven, drawing one and losing 14, thus finishing second last. Only one player, M. Bullock, played the maximum 22 games, with C. Rowe playing 21 and J. Drinkwater and J. Luani playing 20.
The team scored 460 points from 86 tries, 57 goals and 2 field goals to 586 against from 108 tries and 77 goals. The leading scorer with 118 was J. Drinkwater followed by C. Rowe with 84. Rowe was also the leading try-scorer with 20.
At the time of writing, it has been announced that Paul Fletcher will not be coaching this team in 2016, and may I sincerely thank Paul for his efforts over the many years that he has been a part of this team.
The Ryde-Eastwood Football Club has again agreed to sponsor the Wests Tigers team for 2016, which is the last year of our current sponsorship agreement.
CHRISTMAS TRADING HOURS & PROMOTIONAL SCHEDULE
PALM COURT BISTRO
Lunch Time Trading Hours 12 noon – 2.30pm Dinner Time Trading Hours
5.30pm–9.00pm Mon–Wed & P/H. 5.00pm–9.30pm Thurs – Sat. 5.00pm–9.00pm Sun
COFFEE CLUB
Open from 10am every day during the holiday period (except Christmas Day).
Sat 2nd 10am - 2am Nil on 4th January except Bingo 8.30pm - Midnight
Sun 3rd 10am – 12am Nil which starts on Wed 6th Jan.
Monday 4th 10am - 12am Yes
Closed from 2pm, Thursday 24th December 2015 and will re-open Monday 4th January 2016
BARBER SHOP
Closed Christmas and Boxing Day. Open again 29th, 30th and 31st December. Closed from 1st January. Open again 14th January 2016.
THE FITNESS EDGE
Open every day except Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. See Fitness Edge website: www.thefitnessedge.com.au for more details.
$10,000
‘HERE COMES SUMMER’ PROMOTIONS
THURSDAY 26th NOVEMBER
$5,000
MEMBERS’ DRAW
SUMMER IS IN THE AIR, and you could be on your way to opening a Gold Box worth $2,000 in CA$H. There will be one guaranteed winner of $2,000. Plus 11 other chances to win some great cash prizes in our $5,000 ‘Here Comes Summer’ promotion.
EASY TO ENTER . . .
Simply swipe your membership card between 6.00pm – 8.00pm on the night. The draw starts 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) names will be drawn.
- At 9.10pm all winners will be called to the prize area, in order, to select one (1) of the twelve(12) gold boxes on display. Following these draws three (3) more winners will select one of the remaining boxes.
LTPS/15/07875
$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. The draw starts at the conclusion of the main members’ draw (see above). The seven winners drawn will select, in order, one prize envelope to determine their prize. All prizes are in Visa cards with a cash value that can be used in over 3,000 stores.
LTPM/15/00440 MAJOR PRIZES ON OFFER
3 x $1,000 4 x $500
Win
A MORETON ISLAND CRUISE!
To receive an entry ticket, purchase a schooner or middy of Carlton Draught or Pure Blonde in the Main Bar, Bistro Bar or the Sports Bar between Thursday 5th November and 6.30pm on Thursday 24th December.
The lucky winner will receive a Moreton Island cruise for 4 nights, departing from Sydney on either the P&O Pacific Jewel, Pearl or Dawn with accommodation in a balcony room for 2 people. Alternatively, they may choose a $2,000 travel voucher for Travelabout @ Ryde-Eastwood. The highlight of the cruise is snorkelling the ship wrecks, home to over 200 species of fish, and hand feeding wild dolphins.
The promotion starts on Thursday 5th November and is drawn on Thursday 24th December at 7pm.
The Winner can choose the departure date when booking the cruise with Travelabout @ Ryde-Eastwood.
The member does not need to be present to win. LTPS/15/08128
Melbourne Cup
Tuesday 3rd November
Watch the “Race that Stops the Nation” from 3pm on the big screens.
PLUS:
• Full TAB facilities.
• $1, $2 and $5 sweep tickets on sale from 10am.
• Gala Cup Day Luncheon from 12pm, including free sweep ticket.
• Sumptuous Cup Day Luncheon.
• $2,000 Cup Cash Draw + Nearest the Jackpot Cash raffle.
LTPM/15/00440. See club flyers for all details.
KIDS’ MOVIES
BRAND NEW JACKPOD PROMOTIONS
Play “WHAT’S IN THE BOX” and “ROLL FOR RICHES” on our new Interactive promotional Jackpod terminals.
Monday 2nd - Sunday 29th November.
$500 CASH AND PRIZES PER WEEK!
Swipe your membership card at the Jackpod terminals between the following times:
Monday to Sunday 12pm – 2.30pm 5pm – 7.30pm 10pm – Close
HOW TO ENTER AND PLAY “WHAT’S IN THE BOX”
Week 1: Monday 2nd - Sunday 8th November
Week 3: Monday 16th - Sunday 22nd November
Once you have swiped at the Jackpod terminal the ‘What’s in the Box’ game begins. Select one box from the ten on display, which all have different score amounts. Next you eliminate four (4) boxes from the game by touching four of the remaining nine (9) boxes.
Next it’s “Mystery Box time” where one box is randomly selected from the remaining boxes and moved to the “mystery pedestal” at the front of the screen, next to your selected box. You can either “Swap It” or “Lock it in”.
You then eliminate three (3) more boxes, leaving only one (1) box on the board. Again, you may either “Swap It” or “Lock it in”. Your score is then revealed from the locked in box. An updated “live” daily leader board (based on individual member’s accumulated score amounts) will be shown around the club on digital networks of the top 10 players with the highest accumulated scores across the week.
Every Sunday the top 10 winners will receive the following prize amounts:
• 1st place - $150 cash
• 3rd place - $70 cash
• 5th place - $50 cash
• 7th place – 2500 points
• 9th place – 1000 points
• 2nd place - $100 cash
• 4th place - $50 cash
• 6th place – 2500 points
• 8th place – 1000 points
• 10th place – 1000 points
Winners will be published at the terminals on the Monday following the week’s promotion. All cash winners (1st-5th) will be able to claim their prize from the cashier, and bonus point winners (6th-10th) will receive their points automatically on to their account.
ARE COMING TO RYDE-EASTWOOD!
HOW TO ENTER AND PLAY “ROLL FOR RICHES”
Week 2: Monday 9th - Sunday 15th November
Week 4: Monday 23rd - Sunday 29th November
Swipe your membership card at the Jackpod terminals between the following times:
Monday to Sunday
12pm – 2.30pm 5pm – 7.30pm 10pm – Close
Let’s play Roll for Riches!
Simply pick one number from 3 – 18. Roll all three dice and hope to score the same number as your initial number chosen. If you do then you receive a score of 1000 points. Or if you land on the scores closest, you receive 250 points. If you land on any remaining numbers you receive a score of 50 points.
You then choose to keep the same number or choose a different number and roll again a further two times. There are three rounds in total with the final score going towards a leader board. An updated “live” daily leader board of the top ten players based on individual member’s accumulated score amounts will be shown around the club.
Every Sunday the top 10 winners will receive the following prize amounts:
• 1st place - $150 cash
• 3rd place - $70 cash
• 5th place - $50 cash
• 7th place – 2500 points
• 9th place – 1000 points
• 2nd place - $100 cash
• 4th place - $50 cash
• 6th place – 2500 points
• 8th place – 1000 points
• 10th place – 1000 points
Winners will be published at the terminals on the Monday following the week’s promotion. All cash winners (1st-5th) will be able to claim their prize from the cashier, and bonus point winners (6th-10th) will receive their points automatically on to their account.
$500 SECOND CHANCE DRAW
Sunday 29th November
Keep all your second chance draw tickets and bring them back for the Second Chance draw at 6.05pm on Sunday 29th November when there will be $500 cash up for grabs The barrel opens between 4pm and 6pm.
(No second chance draw tickets will be issued between 5pm and 7.30pm or 10pm till Close on Sunday 29th November). Winners must be present.
SPECIAL $3,000 RAFFLE
Sunday 20th December
Stock up with Christmas goodies. Tickets on sale from 1pm. The raffle starts at 2pm.
CHRISTMAS
HAM ‘N’ WINE RAFFLES
Wednesday 23rd &
Thursday 24th December
Each night we are giving away 10 half hams, 10 double wine packs, plus cakes and puds just in time for Christmas. Tickets on sale from 5.30pm. The raffle starts at 6.30pm.
Christmas
Christmas Raffles
$10,000
CHRISTMAS
HAM ‘N’ HAMPER RAFFLES
OVER THREE BIG NIGHTS ON WEDNESDAY 2 nd, 9th AND 16th DECEMBER
• Full and Half legs of Ham
• Legs of Pork
• Wine Packages
• Christmas Hampers
Tickets on sale on the day from 6.00pm. Draws start from 7.45pm
Over 70 fantastic prizes on offer each night. No regular raffle on these nights.
$10,000
CHRISTMAS CHEER RAFFLES
ON THREE SUNDAYS IN NOVEMBER & DECEMBER.
SUNDAY 29th NOVEMBER , THEN 6th & 13th DECEMBER
There’s a bumper bonanza of festive cheer on offer over these three big Sundays, including tasty Christmas hams, pork legs, Christmas cakes and festive puds.
Tickets on sale on the day from 1.00pm
Draws start from 2.00pm
PLUS 5 more half hams up for grabs. Purchase any drink over any bar between 2pm and 5pm and receive a ticket into the mini-ham raffle.
The draw starts at 5.05pm.
The Christmas Cheer raffles replace the regular Super Sunday raffles LTPM/15/00667
CHRISTMAS SEAFOOD & TURKEY RAFFLE
FRIDAY 18TH DECEMBER
We have sumptous seafood platters and turkeys to give away plus some great Christmas hampers.
Tickets on sale on the day from 5.30pm.
The draw starts at 6.30pm.
There is also a Final Friday major raffle prize.
BUTTERSCOTCH’S PLAYGROUND
STARRING FORMER WIGGLE, GREG PAGE!
Original Yellow Wiggle Greg Page has landed in Butterscotch’s Playground to guide RydeEastwood’s kids through a wide world of fun learning experiences! With interactive songs that Greg is world-famous for, get ready to sing and dance your way through lots of fun adventures with Greg and his friend Butterscotch, as they make the whole wide world their playground. Plus Santa and his helper Elvina will entertain the children with storytelling, balloon shaping and juggling acts.
Show starts at 1.30pm.
Members $5. Non-Members $10 (see special Toy Promotion entry ticket offer below).*
Tickets on sale from Saturday 31st October.
Book at club reception.
1.30PM, SUNDAY 13TH DECEMBER
$2,000 CHILDREN’S TOY PROMOTION
Following the show there will be a fantastic toy promotion.
Spend $5 or more on a bistro meal or a drink at the Bistro bar or Oasis bar from Friday 20th November to gain an entry ticket. Bring all tickets back on the day to deposit into the barrel from 1pm to 3pm.
The Draw starts at 3.10pm.
Prizes include Play Station, Scooters, Backyard sports posts, board games and much more . . .
*When you purchase tickets for the Butterscotch’s Playground show you will receive one entry ticket into the toy promotion for each show ticket purchased. Bring all tickets back on the day and deposit into the barrel.
When you spend $5 or more at the auditorium bar during the show you will also receive a ticket into the promotion!
Conditions apply. Entrants may only win a maximum two (2) prizes. LTPM/15/00440
3.10PM, SUNDAY 13TH DECEMBER
safer KEEP YOUR LITTLE ONES SAFER THIS SUMMER KIDS’ CORNER
Toddlers are curious by nature and often attracted by water. However, they have little fear or understanding of the possible dangers posed. As they learn to crawl and walk, their ability to access water hazards such as pools, spas, and buckets is greatly increased. Toddlers tend to be ‘top heavy’ and can therefore easily lose balance and fall into bodies of water. Children can drown in as little as a few centimetres of water, so items such as inflatable swimming pools, baths, and nappy buckets all pose a drowning hazard.
According to the Royal Life Saving Society of Australia, 49% of children aged 0-4 that drowned, did so in a swimming pool. The Fitness Edge Swim School recommends that parents and carers take the following precautions to reduce the risk of childhood drowning:
Supervise:
• Ensure constant and active supervision.
• Remain within an arm’s reach of young children, as they can drown quickly and silently.
• Never leave a young child unsupervised; always take your child with you if you have to leave the water area, even if you will only be gone for a short period.
• Don’t expect older children to look after younger siblings. Children have short attention spans and can be easily distracted.
• Nominate a parent or carer to supervise any children near the water when you have visitors.
Reduce the hazard:
• Restrict the child’s access to water through safety barriers such as pool fencing. The legislation surrounding pool fencing differs between the States and Territories of Australia. Contact your local authority or government agency for information on pool
fencing regulations in your area.
• Don’t leave objects near a pool fence that will enable children to climb into a pool, e.g. pot plants and chairs.
• Don‘t leave any gates or doors propped open that might allow children access to a body of water.
• Create a safe play area for children, especially on farms and large properties that are separated from bodies of water such as swimming pools, dams and water troughs.
Let us help you to start your little ones on the road to being water safe and confident. Come and see us in the Swim School and we can teach both you and your little ones the life skill of swimming and water safety.
We have a number of Pre-schooler and Baby positions available in our Swim School. Classes run Monday to Friday from 11-12.30pm.
Office hours are Monday to Friday from 10am to 6pm, and Saturdays from 8am to 1pm. Visit our website for more information: www. releagues.com.au and click on Swim School.
CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR HOURS
The Swim School office is closed from Wednesday 23rd December and re-opens on 11th January 2016. For further enquiries please call our office staff on 9808 7617.
The Fitness Edge Swim School is part of the Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club, 117 Ryedale Road, West Ryde NSW 2114
$10,000 ‘DECEMBER TO REMEMBER’
SUNDAY 27TH DECEMBER
$5,000 MEMBERS’ DRAW
Make it a ‘December to Remember’. You could win up to $2,000 CA$H
Swipe your membership card between 3.30pm and 5.30pm. The draw starts at 6.00pm.
• At 6.00pm three (3) members will be drawn.
• At 6.20pm another three members will be drawn.
• At 6.30pm three more members will be drawn.
At approximately 6.40pm all nine (9) winners will be called to the stage to select one (1) of twelve (12) envelopes in the lucky prize barrel to win their cash prize. After this concludes a final three (3) members will be drawn to open the final three prize envelopes in the barrel.
LTPS/15/07868
$5,000
PREMIER REWARDS DRAW
(only open to members with Prestige, Elite or Premium status in the club’s Premier Rewards Programme).
Swipe between 7.00pm and 8.10pm. The draw starts at 8.15pm. The seven winners drawn will select, in order, one prize envelope to determine their prize. All prizes are in Visa cards with a cash value that can be used in over 3,000 stores.
LTPM/15/00676
MAJOR CASH PRIZES 1 x $2,000 1 x $1,000 1 x $500 2 x $250 3 x $200 4 x $100
MAJOR PRIZES ON OFFER
3 x $1,000
4 x $500
RYDE-EASTWOOD LEAGUES CLUB LTD
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 51st Annual General Meeting of Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club Ltd (“the Club”) will be held in the Club premises, 117 Ryedale Road, West Ryde at 7.30pm on Thursday, 19th November 2015.
BUSINESS
1. Confirmation of Minutes of the 51st Annual General Meeting held on Thursday 20th November 2014.
2. To receive, consider and if thought fit adopt the Annual Report of the Board of Directors.
3. To receive, consider and adopt the Income Statement and Balance Sheet for the year ended 30/06/15.
4. To consider and if thought fit to approve an Honorarium for Directors for 2015/2016
President $17,000 p.a. eight (8) Directors $15,000 p.a. Honorarium to be payable monthly in arrears. (N.B. Under the superannuation guarantee legislation superannuation at 9.50% is payable to all Directors).
5. To consider and if thought fit, pass each of the Ordinary Resolutions enclosed with this notice and labelled “First Ordinary Resolution and Second Ordinary Resolution.”
6. To consider and if thought fit to pass the “Third Ordinary Resolution” enclosed with this notice to change the classification of some of the club’s investment properties from core to non-core property.
7. To consider and if thought fit, pass the special resolution appearing under the heading “Special Resolution” to amend the Constitution of the Club.
8. General Business
Any business pertaining to the affairs of the Club. Members are requested to advise the Secretary, in writing seven (7) days prior to the date of the Annual General Meeting of any query relating to the affairs of the Club in respect of which research of the books and records of the Club will need to be undertaken in order to give a proper reply.
FULL FINANCIAL REPORT
Members can access a copy of the 2015 Annual Report by going to the club’s website www.releagues.com.au or by contacting club reception.
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Dear Member,
Last year I reported a record net profit. I am pleased to announce that we have exceeded that figure to record a net profit after tax of $5,289,330. While only slightly better than last year’s figure the actual trading profit before extraordinary items was about $500,000 higher than last year and is most pleasing, particularly given quieter trading conditions in the last quarter of the financial year.
The year ended June 2015 for the Board and your Club was marked by a continuation of planning meetings to try and determine the best use of the Club’s property. The meetings continue. However, one outcome has been the decision to call for Expressions of Interest for the sale of the Hawks on Second Avenue site. A Development Application for this site was approved over 12 months ago and your Board has considered all options in relation to development, and have finally resolved to go down this path. Members will be advised by way of future journal reports regarding the outcome of this process.
Your Board has also had to consider financial investment strategies in an interest rate environment that is continually declining. The approach for the RELC Board has always been conservative –we are custodians of the Members’ funds. In the past year, whilst maintaining the majority of investment funds in term deposits, your Board has invested some funds in local commercial property. We
empathise with all our members who are also trying to obtain a reasonable investment return on their own funds.
Good financial results don’t just happen. They require strong support from you the member, which we continue to receive, a committed and focused Board of Directors, and a strong management team.
To my fellow Board members a big thank you for your continued support in managing the affairs of your Club on behalf of our Members. Boards of organisations certainly set policy but these must be carried out by management and your Club is fortunate in having a solid and experienced team. Led by G.M. Chris McCarthy and his team of Carl Pozzato (Assistant GM) Joanne Luke (H.R.) Dean Owen (Marketing) Nathan Hawton (Gaming) Martin Westbrook (Beverage, Lisa Kradenian (Functions, Chris Kalligas (The Fitness Edge), and Joanne Furness and Leanne Mooy (Swim School). These senior staff, combined with a great team of long serving and dedicated line managers, as well as friendly and capable staff, make for a successful business. I thank all of them for their efforts on behalf of the Club and you the members.
Every New Year brings new challenges and I’m sure that the current financial year will be no exception. However, with the continual support of our members we can meet those challenges and look forward to another successful year.
Keith Aggett President
Members,
For the last four years I have been able to report to you a record trading profit as part of the Annual Report to members. I am pleased to be able again to report a record profit figure for the last financial year. The profit figure of $5,289,330 is a small increase on the previous year but the underlying trading profit is up about $500,000 on 2013/14.
Good financial results are important but only part of the job of managing your Club for your benefit.
In last year’s report I advised that we proposed to use the funds saved from the repeal of the Carbon tax to invest in new energy savings initiatives. We have just commenced the replacement of the down lights in the function area with new LED globes. At the same time we are also upgrading to LEDs in various other areas throughout the Club in order to completely replace this old technology. We have also embarked on an upgrade to the air conditioning system to the Golden Hawk Restaurant and the Auditorium to link them to the Club’s main air conditioning system. The Restaurant work should be completed in early November while the Auditorium upgrade will be undertaken in early 2016, along with a planned refurbishment of this area.
The refurbishment of the Auditorium, while not extensive, will upgrade the finishes in this area, in keeping with the rest of the Club. We are also finalising plans for upgrading most areas on the ground floor. The refurbishment won’t be major but will, we hope, provide an invigorated look for some areas that are starting to age.
The Club’s Board has resolved to call for Expressions of Interest for the sale of the Hawks on Second Avenue site at Eastwood. This has been a long drawn out process, not only because of the planning options and issues we worked through with Council over a number of years, but also for the Club to determine the best way to proceed with the development of the site. The Club’s initial position and one that we maintained until just recently was to develop the site ourselves. However, with a number of other planning projects on the drawing board related to the main club site at West Ryde, the decision to call for expressions of interest for sale is to allow board and management to devote full attention to the main site, as
NOTICE OF ORDINARY RESOLUTIONS
Notice is hereby given that at the Annual General Meeting of the Club, members will be asked to consider, and if thought fit, pass the following resolutions which are proposed as Ordinary Resolutions:
1. FIRST ORDINARY RESOLUTION
(a) That pursuant to the Registered Clubs Act the members hereby approve and agree to expenditure by the Club in a sum not exceeding $70,000 until the next Annual General Meeting of the Club for the following activities:
i. An annual dinner for Foundation Members and partners;
ii. An annual Appreciation dinner for sub-club Executive Committee Members;
iii. Grants and subsidies to the sub-clubs;
iv. Two free meals and beverages per fortnight for each Life Member of the Club who is not a Director of the Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club Limited (not to exceed $120 for each meal);
v. Presentations to members and other persons acknowledging services deemed by the directors as being of benefit to the Club
The members acknowledge that the benefits in paragraph (a) above are not available to members generally, but only those members who fall within the various categories of membership referred to.
2.
SECOND ORDINARY RESOLUTION
(a) That pursuant to the Registered Clubs Act the members hereby approve and agree to expenditure by the Club in a sum not exceeding $130,000 for the following benefits, professional development and education of directors until the next Annual General Meeting and being:
that will be in the best interest of club members in the long term. We hope this process will be finalised early in 2016.
The Master Plan that was completed in 2014 and additional planning exercises have kept us busy throughout 2015. With the expected completion of the Hawks on Second sale process, the Club will be able to focus more closely on the next planning phase in relation to the Club itself and other local property holdings.
The Club Grants programme for the year ended 31st August 2015 was recently completed with the Club donating nearly $500,000 in various forms to the local community. This amount excludes the support for Rugby League via the Ryde-Eastwood District Rugby League Football Club, who are the major sponsors of the Wests Tigers State Cup team, and who also contribute heavily to four local junior league clubs.
As always, my thanks to our great management team and also our line staff, led by Assistant General Manager, Carl Pozzato. Experienced, capable and supportive and always looking after the best interests of the Club and its members.
Predictions for 2016
For the last few years I have predicted a sustained period of political stability in the Club industry which had been battered by Federal and State Governments on a number of issues. That prediction has been relatively correct, and while we hope that will continue I’m sure there will always be some politicians with an agenda to keep us on our toes.
And on that note, I acknowledge the ongoing efforts of your Board to keep RELC at the forefront of the industry. This is a difficult job even without industry issues, and President Keith Aggett and the Board always remain focussed on the job at hand.
Thank you for your support and we look forward to another year.
Chris McCarthy General Manager
i. The reasonable cost of directors attending the ClubsNSW and Leagues Clubs Australia quarterly and annual general meetings, and the reasonable costs of directors attending formal functions to represent the club, including but not limited to functions and dinners conducted by ClubsNSW, and Leagues Clubs Australia, and including costs associated with the Directors’ partners where attendance is expected and required.
ii. The reasonable cost of directors attending seminars, lectures, trade displays and other similar events as may be determined by the Board from time to time as being of benefit for Club and the education of directors;
iii. The reasonable cost of directors attending or hosting other registered clubs for the purpose of viewing and assessing their facilities and methods of operation, or for the purpose of meeting and exchanging ideas with the governing bodies of those other clubs, provided such attendances are approved by the Board as being necessary for the betterment of the Club;
iv. Nine car parking spaces for the exclusive use of directors;
v. Duty directors, while on duty, shall be entitled to the use of a table in the Club auditorium without charge;
vi. Blazers and associated apparel for each director, as may be necessary for new directors, and to replace those of existing directors which may need replacing;
vii. The reasonable cost of a meal and beverage for each director immediately after a Board or Committee meeting on the day of that meeting where that meeting coincides with a normal meal time;
viii. The reasonable cost of meal and beverage for each duty director and his or her partner when the duty director is on duty in the Club or within a reasonable period of that date;
ix. The reasonable cost of directors attending the Club’s holiday units
to inspect them or to assess other holiday units for purchase by the Club, provided such attendances and cost thereof are approved by the Board.
x. The reasonable cost of directors, senior management and their partners attending an annual dinner; including a token of appreciation for partners. The total value of tokens of appreciation not to exceed $1200.
xi. The reasonable cost of directors of the Club attending an organised intrastate, interstate or overseas tour as determined by the Board of the Club for the purpose of viewing and assessing the facilities of casinos, hotels and entertainment venues, and determining trends in relation to entertainment, decor, gaming, marketing and promotion and thereafter for such director to make a detailed written report thereon to the Board of the Club;
xii. The reasonable expense incurred by directors in relation to such other duties including entertainment of special guests to the Club and other promotional activities performed by directors which activities and the expense there from are approved by the Board, on production of receipts, invoices or other proper documentary evidence of such expenditure;
xiii. That the members approve that directors and other members be entitled to represent the Club at sponsored sports events by invitation.
xiv. The reasonable cost of providing Directors with computer hardware as well as internet access to access a secure website for board meeting minutes and agenda items.
(b) The members acknowledge that the benefits in paragraph (a) above, are not available to members generally, but only to those who are directors of the Club and partners of directors who are members and senior management and their partners who are members.
Dated 12th August 2015
By Direction of the Board
C.A. McCarthy - General Manager
3.
THIRD ORDINARY RESOLUTION
That the members of Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club approve the reclassification of the following properties:
• 77, 95 and 97-99 Ryedale Road, West Ryde from core to non-core properties.
Dated 30th September 2015
By Direction of the Board
C.A. McCarthy - General Manager
NOTES TO MEMBERS
These notes are to be read in conjunction with the proposed Ordinary Resolutions;
1. The First Resolution is to approve benefits which have traditionally been provided in the Club but which are not equally available to all members.
2. The Second Resolution is to approve an amount no greater than $130,000 for the expenditure by the Club in relation to duties performed in or about the Club by directors, and expenditure for directors to attend seminars, lectures, trade displays and other similar events including the Clubs NSW Annual General Meeting and to visit other clubs to enable the Club’s governing body to be kept abreast of current trends and developments, which may have a significant bearing on the nature and way in which the Club conducts its business. This resolution also includes an option for directors to participate in organised intrastate, interstate or overseas trips to view and assess facilities. This option has been included in our Annual General Meeting Agenda for the last sixteen years and has been used only once. However, prior approval is required by members to ensure the club complies with relevant legislation. Part (i) of the resolution to include reasonable expenses of partners of directors is to allow the availability of directors to attend meetings that are expected or required for their development and knowledge, and are often held in distant locations.
To be passed, each ordinary resolution must receive votes in its favour from not less than a simple majority of those members, who being entitled to do so, vote in person at the meeting.
Dated 12th August 2015
By Direction of the Board
C.A. McCarthy - General Manager
3. The Third Resolution lists the properties that comprise three commercial properties purchased in the local area in the past year.
Section 41J of the Registered Clubs Act 1976 (NSW) restricts the sale of any property declared as core property by members. All the club’s local investment properties apart from the three listed in the Third Ordinary Resolution have already been approved as non-core by members in the past. The Third Ordinary Resolution is to declare all the club’s remaining properties, apart from the main club building and carpark at 117 Ryedale Rd. West Ryde, as non-core properties.
There is no proposal to dispose of any of the listed properties. The Resolution is to provide flexibility for the Board of Directors, present or future, to properly manage these assets without the need to wait for an AGM of members, or convene a costly Extraordinary General Meeting.
The Board of Directors recommend in favour of the Ordinary Resolution.
Dated 30th September 2015
By Direction of the Board
C.A. McCarthy - General Manager
NOTICE OF SPECIAL RESOLUTION
“That the Constitution of Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club Limited be amended by:
• Amending Rule 69 by:
• Deleting the word “or” at the end of Rule 69(h);
• Replacing the full stop at the end of Rule 69(i) with a semi-colon;
• Adding new Rules 69(j) and 69(k) after Rule 69(i), as follows:
“(j) If he or she fails to complete any training for a registered club director that the person is required to complete, within the prescribed period, pursuant to the Registered Clubs Act and Registered Clubs Regulation 2015 (NSW) (provided that this Rule 69(j) shall not apply to any Director who is exempt from completing such training under the Registered Clubs Act and Registered Clubs Regulation 2015 (NSW)); or (k) If he or she ceases to hold a qualification by which that person was appointed to or elected to office.”
The above changes will result in Rule 69 reading as follows:
“69 The office of a member of the Board shall automatically be vacated:
(a) If he or she dies;
(b) If he or she becomes insolvent under administration becomes disqualified from managing any company under Part 2D.6 of the Act and is not given permission to manage the Club under sections 206F or 206G of the Act;
(c) If he or she becomes of unsound mind or a person whose person or estate is liable to be dealt with in any way under the law relating to mental health;
(d) If he or she is absent from meetings of the Board for a continuous period of three calendar months without leave of absence from the Board and the Board resolves that his or her office be vacated;
(e) If by notice in writing given to the Secretary he or she resigns from office as a director;
(f) If he or she becomes prohibited from being a member of the Board by reason of any order made under the Act or the Registered Clubs Act;
(g) If he or she ceases to be a member of the Club;
(h) If he or she fails to declare the nature of his or her interest in a contract or office or property in accordance with this Constitution;
(i) If he or she becomes an employee of the Club;
(j) If he or she fails to complete any training for a registered club director that the person is required to complete, within the prescribed period, pursuant to the Registered Clubs Act and Registered Clubs Regulation 2015 (NSW) (provided that this Rule 69(j) shall not apply to any Director who is exempt from completing such training under the Registered Clubs Act and Registered Clubs Regulation 2015 (NSW)); or
(k) If he or she ceases to hold a qualification by which that person was appointed to or elected to office.”
• Deleting rule 72(b) and inserting instead the following new rule 72(b):
“(b) The Board must call and arrange to hold a General Meeting of the Club on the request of members with at least 5% of the votes that may be cast at the General Meeting. In this rule 72 the term “the request” shall mean the request referred to in this paragraph (b).”
Proposed new Rules 69(j) and 69(k)
1. The Registered Clubs Act and Registered Clubs Regulation, 2015 (NSW) now require directors of registered clubs to undertake mandatory training, unless they are exempted from that training. The training requirements are being phased in and will apply to all registered club directors by 30 June 2018. Proposed new rule 69(j) will cause a director to lose office on the Board if he or she fails to complete the mandatory training requirements, thereby creating a casual vacancy on the Board.
2. Proposed new rule 69(k) will make it clear that a director will lose office if they cease to hold a qualification by which they were appointed to or elected to office. For example, if a director was elected to office as a financial member of the Ryde-Eastwood District Rugby League Football Club Committee (pursuant to the requirements of rule 49(b)) and subsequent to their appointment or election ceases to hold that qualification, it will be clear the director will automatically lose office as a director of Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club Ltd.
3. Proposed new Rule 72(b)
4. Section 249D of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (Corporations Act) previously provided that a company must call a General Meeting on the request of members with at least 5% of the votes which may be cast at a General Meeting or 100 members who were entitled to vote (whichever was less), which is reflected in existing rule 72(b) of the Club’s Constitution.
5. Section 249D has recently been changed so that such a request can now only be made by members with at least 5% of the votes that may be cast at the General Meeting. This is intended to ensure that there is at least a reasonable level of support amongst the membership for a special General Meeting to be called in this way, particularly given the costs associated with the calling of General Meetings.
Proposed new rule 72(b) will reflect the current provisions of the Corporations Act. This does not change the requirement for the Club to hold its Annual General Meeting each year, or the rights of the members to give notice of proposed resolutions under rule 76 of the Constitution, in accordance with the requirements of sections 249N and 249O of the Corporations Act.
GENERAL NOTES TO MEMBERS REGARDING THE SPECIAL RESOLUTION
A member may, on request to the Club office, obtain a copy of the Club’s Constitution which contains the existing provisions that are proposed to be amended by the above Special Resolution.
1. In accordance with rules 24(a), 24(b), 98(a) and 98(b) of the Club’s Constitution, only Life Members, financial Club Members and financial Foundation Members who:
2. (a) were Full Members of the Club as at 24 November 2011; or (b) became Full Members of the Club from 25 November 2011 and before the conclusion of the Club’s Annual General Meeting (held on 21 November 2013) and who have at least 3 years standing as a Full Member, are eligible to vote on the Special Resolution.
Under rules 24(c) and 98(c), any Life Members and financial Club Members who became Full Members after the conclusion of the 2013 Annual General Meeting (held on 21 November 2013) are not able to vote on the Special Resolution as they must have at least 5 years standing as a Full Member before they can vote on any special resolution. There are no Foundation Members in this category as that class of membership has been closed to new membership for some time.
3. To be passed the Special Resolution must receive votes in its favour from not less than three-quarters of those members who being eligible to do so, vote in person at the meeting.
4. As a result of the Special Resolution provisions of the Corporations Act, the Special Resolution must be considered as a whole and cannot be altered in substance by motions from the floor of the meeting.
5. Members who are employees of the Club are not entitled to vote.
6. Proxy voting is prohibited by the Registered Clubs Act.
The Board recommends that members vote in favour of the Special Resolution
Dated 30th September 2015
By Direction of the Board
C. A McCarthy General Manager
For the 12 months ending 31st August 2015 Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club has provided funding of over $486,000 to numerous local community, sporting and charity groups. Listed below are the groups supported by the Leagues club on behalf of its members, by the way of cash grants or in kind support such as free meeting room hire. The list does not include our many internal sub-clubs that are supported, the dozens of other schools and community organisations supported by way of fete and fundraising donations, nor the contributions made to our own Football Club in support of Rugby League.
• Alfa Romeo Owners Club of Australia
• Alvis Car Club
• Alzheimer’s Australia
• Armenian Relief Society
• Arthritis Foundation NSW - Ryde Branch
• Australian Braille Authority
• Australian Thyroid Foundation
• Autism Spectrum Australia
• Balmain District Junior Rugby League
• Balmain Rugby League Referees Association
• Balmain Tigers JRLFC
• Bowelcare Australia
• Cadillac La Salle Club of Australia
• CAMS - Supersprint Advisory Panel
• CAMS Motor Race Panel
• Careflight
• Carlingford Cougars JRLFC
• Cerebral Palsy Alliance
• Children’s Medical Research Institute
• Christian Community Aid Services Inc.
• Chrysler & Valiant Owners Association
• Churchcricket NSW Inc
• City of Ryde
• City of Ryde Art Society
• City of Ryde Eisteddfod
• Clubman Drivers Club of Australia Inc
• Cornish Association of NSW
• Creative Arts Studio / Decorative Art
• Daimler & Lanchester Owners Car
• Differently Abled People Association
• Dundas Shamrocks JRLFC
• Eastwood Ladies Probus
• Eastwood Occasional Care Centre
• Eastwood Ryde Netball Association
• Eastwood Senior Citizens Club Inc
• Ermington Public School
• Festival of Sporting Cars
• First Light Care
• Friends of Art Group Inc
• Friends of Stewart House
• Group C Touring Car Assoc.
• Guide Dogs NSW/ACT
• Heritage Touring Cars
• Holy Cross JRLFC
• Hunters Hill Ryde Community Services
• Impreza WRX Club
• Institute for Immunology and Allergy
• Jaguar Driver’s Club of Australia
• Knights of Rizal
• Knitters’ Guild NSW Inc.
• Koori Kids
• Macquarie National Seniors
• Manchester Unity
• Marist College Eastwood - 1st Prize Granny Smith
• MG Car Club
• Morgan Owners Club of Australia
• Motor Neurone Disease Association
• Multiple Sclerosis Limited
• MX5 Club of NSW
• National Seniors Association Macquarie Branch
• National Seniors Association Zone 107
• North Ryde JRLFC
• Northern District Cricket Association
• NSW Baseball Scorers Association
• NSW Churches Cricket Union
• NSW Handball Association
• NSW Line Dance Ball Committee
• NSW Myasthenia Gravis Association
• NSW Tertiary Student Rugby League
• Packard Auto Club
• Probus Club of Ryde Inc
• Prostate Cancer Foundation
• Reach Community Initiatives Incorporated
• Remember Mike and Save a Life
• Riding for the Disabled
• Riley Motor Club
• Rotary Club of Ryde - Circus Quirkus
• Rydalmere East Public School
• Ryde Carlile Swimming Club
• Ryde City Combined Probus
• Ryde Eastwood Hawks Touch Football
• Ryde Eastwood Touch Football Association
• Ryde Family Support Services
• Ryde Hospital
• Ryde Hospital Maternity - 3rd Prize Granny Smith
• Ryde Hunters Hill Life Education
• Ryde Ladies Probus Club
• Ryde Little Athletics
• Ryde Macquarie Evening View Club
• Ryde Sports Foundation
• Ryde Underwater Club
• Sir Roden and Lady Cutler Foundation
• St Vincent dePaul
• Streetwork Incorporated
• Super Sports Race Car Club
• Superkart Club of NSW
• Sydney Korean Women’s Ass - 2nd Prize Granny Smith
• The Laryngectomee Association
• The Leukaemia Foundation of Australia
• The Northcott Society
• The Rotary Club of Ryde
• The Shell Club of Sydney
• Truscott Street Public School
• Variety The Children’s Charity
• Various Community Groups Prize Vouchers
• Vision Australia Limited
• Wesley Mission
• West Ryde Chamber of Commerce
• West Ryde Public School
• Westmead Hospital - Institute for Immunology & Allergy Research
• Wheelchair Sports NSW Inc.
• Yalara Ski Club
• Youth Off The Streets
MEMBERS’ MEAL DEAL MADNESS
It’s Back! The Palm Court Bistro 2 for 1 Meal Deal on Thursdays in January 2016. (THIS IS A MEMBERS ONLY PROMOTION)
Spend $5 or more in the Main or Bistro bars on any Thursday in January and receive a voucher for a 2 for 1 meal deal at the Palm Court Bistro - valid for that Thursday only. Buy one meal and receive a second meal free!
*Conditions apply. See below.
Lunch and dinner Thursdays only during January 2016.
*Members only promotion. (The lesser value meal is free. Offer does not extend to Angus steak and lobster meals. Not valid with any other offer. Not redeemable for cash. Valid Thursdays lunch and dinner sittings only in the Palm Court Bistro. Minimum 2 people must dine. No takeaways. Only one 2 for 1 meal deal is valid per person per sitting).
INDULGE IN GELATO
One scoop served with dessert of the day. ONLY $6.40! (Members’ Price)
Large range of gelato flavours
Daily dessert specials also available
Please present your membership card for your 20% discount. All prices are GST
We also have a great children’s menu. All
are freshly cooked to order.
in cooking. Please inform us of any dietary requirements or food intolerances. Visit www.releagues.com.au to see full menu details.
RYDE-EASTWOOD LEAGUES CLUB IN THE COMMUNITY
The Club Grants Donations for 2015 were recently completed with Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club donating nearly $500,000 in grants and “in-kind” donations over the year to numerous recipients within the local community.
This figure does not include a significant contribution to Rugby League via the Ryde-
Eastwood District Rugby League Football Club. Pictured above at the recent presentation night are representatives of some of our major recipients, along with a number of Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club Board members.
The organisations represented at this presentation were Careflight, Bowel Care Australia, Christian Community Aid Eastwood,
A full listing of organisations the Club donated to throughout the year can be found on page 14
WEDNESDAYS AT THE PALM COURT
Wheelchair Sports NSW, Hunters Hill-Ryde Community Services, Alzheimer’s Australia, St Vincent de Paul Society, Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Riding for the Disabled and Ryde Family Services.
MONDAY 25TH JANUARY
$5,000 MEMBERS’ DRAW
You could be celebrating Australia Day in style with a $2,000 CA$H win! Swipe your membership card between 6pm and 8pm.
The draw starts at 8.35pm.
• At 8.35pm three (3) members will be drawn
• At 8.50pm another three members will be drawn
• At 9.00pm three more members will be drawn.
At approximately 9.10pm all nine (9) winners will be called to the stage to collect from one (1) of twelve (12) envelopes in the lucky prize barrel to win their cash prize. After this concludes a final three (3) members will be drawn to open the final three prize envelopes in the barrel
LTPS/15/07879
$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. The draw starts at the conclusion of the main members’ draw. The seven winners drawn will select, in order, one prize envelope to determine their prize. All prizes are in Visa cards with a cash value that can be used in over 3,000 stores.
MAJOR CASH
1 x $2,000 1 x $1,000 1 x $500 2 x $250 3 x $200 4 x $100
LTPM/15/00676 MAJOR PRIZES ON OFFER
See club flyers for details.
3 x $1,000
4 x $500
CRUISING EUROPE’S GREAT RIVERS
Rhine, Main & Danube
20-Day Fly/Cruise Holiday Package.
Includes 14-Day luxury cruise from Budapest to Cologne, return airfares, taxes and two stopovers.
Prices from $7,290pp on Main deck, window cabin.
Balcony upgrade $700pp
THE MOST BEAUTIFUL TOWNS OF SOUTHERN FRANCE
INCLUDING PROVENCE, DORDOGNE AND THE RHONE VALLEY
A 21-Day leisurely-paced tour. Based in strategic locations, mostly with 4-Night stays and joining pre-arranged sightseeing day tours of over 18 picturesque and unique villages, mostly awarded the prestigious classification of “Most Beautiful Villages of France.”
• Visit many towns off the typical tourist route!
• Pre-booked regular express train services.
• Choice of accommodation: modern hotels, traditional old hotels or B&B.
• Small group-guided day tours in comfortable air-conditioned Tarago-type van (7 max).
• Flexible and semi-independent holiday package, complete with airfares, rail fares, accommodation, and local professional guided tours.
• 10 departures – April to October.
Prices from $7,380 to $7,990pp twin share.
Price includes return air fares, luxury coach transport, excellent hotels, 18 meals, sightseeing and entry fees, PLUS complimentary return airport transfers from the Club.
16 Day ‘Highlights’ Tour of New Zealand
Departs 31st March 2016 - $4,344pp (twin share)
Price includes return air fares, $145 airline taxes, luxury coach transport, airport transfers, professional coach captain, 15 nights in quality hotels, 31 meals, 4 cruises and all ‘must do’ sightseeing. Also free Club to airport return transfers.
“BEST OF TASMANIA”
11-DAY TOUR
The well-balanced itinerary includes all ‘must do’ sightseeing. Explore the wilderness and untamed beauty, spectacular landscapes and rich history.
Departing from the Club on 12 February 2016
1st Class AAT Kings Coach Tour only $3,590pp (twin share)
Single Supplement $1,050
The ultimate 22-Day holiday, featuring Banff, Jasper, Lake Louise, Columbia Icefields, Vancouver, Whistler, Victoria and the fabulous Rocky Mountaineer Train.
Departs Sydney 11th June 2016
Excellent value from $7,890pp (twin) (inside cabin & SilverLeaf Rocky Mountaineer) Outside cabin upgrade $405pp
We will be running classes throughout the Christmas and New Year holiday period. A great time for holiday makers to give line dancing a try on Thursday 24th and 31st December.
Never tried line dancing?
We run ‘Absolute Beginners’ sessions on Wednesday evenings at 7pm and Thursday mornings at 12 noon.
No Line Dancing from 10th January to 17th February 2016, due to expected club renovations.
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THE FUNCTION SPECIALISTS
At the Ryde-Eastwood Heritage Function Centre we aim to make your special occasion as memorable as possible. We offer tailored catering options to suit your needs, from cocktail menus to buffets and set menus.
We cater for small, intimate parties to large banquets of up to 300 guests.
To request further information contact Function Manager Lisa Kradenian on: 9808 7612, functions@releagues.com.au or www.releagues.com.au
HOLIDAY UNITS
BOOKINGS OPENING DATES FOR 2017: Monday 11th January for Shoal Bay Rd. Tuesday 12th January for all other units. CLOSING DATES FOR THE BALLOT FOR JULY AND SEPT/OCT SCHOOL
HOLIDAYS, 2016. July holidays - 14th February. Sept/Oct - 31st March
Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club holiday units offer quality accommodation in the best locations with the best prices.
MARKHAM COURT, BROADBEACH, QLD
VACANCIES AVAILABLE IN NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER
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
VACANCIES AVAILABLE IN NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER
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 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 Facilities & Services, then Holiday Units) For reservations please contact Barbara Schmitt on 9808 7602 between 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday, or visit Club Reception.
VACANCIES AVAILABLE IN NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER
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. Please note at time of print, there are vacancies available Nov/Dec.
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) x 3 bedroom units just 200 metres from the beach and shopping centre. Adjacent to a park.
Variable rate options depending on the time of year – see our website for details.
* NB: The advertised rates are current to W/E 23/01/16 - Price increase thereafter. For full details on all Holiday Units refer to our website (details above)
LOCATION OF 29 SHOAL BAY ROAD
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CAMERA CLUB
Another enjoyable and rewarding year for our photographic members here at the Camera Club. The outings provided by the Club to such places as Mount Tomah, Sydney Taronga Zoo, and the memorable bus trip to ChromeFest could enjoyed by both photographers and their families. You don’t need to be a photographer to enjoy the places that we visit. On our Monday night meetings we shared in the knowledge of other photographers in such areas as Urban Grunge, Travel and Landscape / Seascape photography. This year is our second year to investigate and further develop photographic portfolios, a collection of photographic images that tell a story. We look forward to our annual Christmas Dinner and Awards Presentations on 7th December. This always provides members and their families with the opportunity to share a meal together and to view some of the images that were taken throughout the year. We thank Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club and its Directors for their ongoing support and especially for the refreshments that they so kindly provide for us at each of our Monday night meetings. Come, see and share with us. A very happy Christmas to all our readers. You can find out more about our club and its activities at: www.pbase.com/relccc John Maynard
CHESS CLUB
The interclub Grade Matches finished in July. Our U1500 team (the only team we fielded this year) finished third out of 6 teams. The club Blitz championship was held in mid-August and was won by Donato Mallari with Chris Ball second (reverse of last year!) and Ted Wong in third place. The Bobby Fischer Cup, held in late August, was won by Arthur Huynh, with Donato Mallari second and Shane Dibley third. The annual Ryde-Eastwood Open was hosted at the club over the October long weekend and attracted 69 players, including one grandmaster (Australia’s strongest player) and several International Masters. It was won by IM Igor Bjelobrk with a score of 6/7. The Club Championship finals and the club’s “Classic” tournament start on 14th October. 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 experienced Euchre players to join our games on Wednesday evenings at 7.20pm in the Willandra Room. At the conclusion of the evening a light supper is provided. Congratulations to our monthly prize winners: July - 1st Fiona Arndell; 2nd Pierina Dick. August - 1st John King; 2nd John Marshall. Euchre club members and their partners enjoyed their annual mid-year dinner on 28th July with a Chinese banquet in the Golden Hawk Restaurant. The Euchre Club Committee and members would like to thank Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club for their support during 2015. We send season’s greetings to all and hope to welcome new players to our competition during the latter months of 2015 and throughout 2016. Aces up, Maria Lea.
THE FISHING CLUB
The Fishing Club organises monthly deep-sea charter boat fishing trips on the first Sunday of most months. All club members are welcome to attend. If you are interested please contact Michael Cheng on 0449 518 357 or attend the monthly fishing club meeting on the third Thursday of the month at 8pm. Fishing Club President, Trevor Fahey.
GOLF
CLUB
It is with sadness that in early August a foundation member of RydeEastwood Leagues Social Golf Club, Arthur Archer, was farewelled. It is thanks to these dedicated members that we are still able to continue to enjoy our fortnightly game of golf and for that we the current members are very grateful. The Team Shield was contested by 17 brave souls on a cold morning at Springwood (even the locals weren’t playing). Fernsy didn’t disappoint wearing his shorts and shirt (no jumper) with the rest of the field rugged up struggling to swing a club. Congratulations to Rick Beves and Daryl Allwood, and a close second was Dave Whybro and Peter Lau. The Pairs Championships were at Windsor this year, and The Woodies snuck in, narrowly beating the other family connection of Fernsy/ Webber. The new layout Lynwood hosted our Matchplay semi-final,
and progressing to the final will be Robert Wood (defeating Tony Campbell) and Steve Ferns (defeating Ulla Wood). True to form, the course was the winner, but a couple of players managed to sneak in a relatively respectable score; congratulations Tony Tedesco in A-Grade and John Nilan, B-Grade, with runners-up Greg Webber and Alan Henderson. Macarthur Grange hosted our Medal of Medals and Matchplay final; congratulations Dave Whybro, taking out the Medal of Medals, and Steve Ferns beating Robert Wood 4/2. The day’s event saw David Tompkins on the podium for the first time with Dave Whybro runner-up. Congratulations to the brave 16 who turned up and managed to not get wet although the weather wasn’t looking very promising on the way to golf. The club championships started at Fox Hills and congratulations to the Wood family in A-Grade with Ulla winning and Robert runner-up. Our B-graders were obviously on a different golf course based on the scores. Congratulations to Alan Henderson and runner-up Eric Tsui. Round two was at Richmond and congratulations to Rick Beves our A, and Terry Ludlow, B grade winners. Runner-up prizes on the day went to Fernsy and Daryl Allwood. The final round will be played at The Springs, and all results are close, so good luck to everyone. Don’t forget to check the website for full results www.relgolfclub.com Annika.
INDOOR BOWLS
Although unsuccessful at the recent Australian Championships in Warrnambool in August, members of the Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club Indoor Bowls Club enjoyed the opportunity to participate. New members are always welcome to join our friendly Indoor Bowls Club. Ladies play Wednesday’s 10.30am - 2.00pm (we often share a coffee and chat after the game) and mixed play Thursdays 7.30pm. - 10pm. Enquiries please phone Narelle on 8065 9284 or Cath’s mobile 0413 600 019.
SENIORS CLUB
It is with sadness that I have to advise one of our longstanding members, Nancy Lee, passed away in September. Both she and her husband Jerry have been supporters of the Seniors Club since its inception in 2000, and she will be greatly missed. Our condolences to Jerry, Lorraine and family. Well, nearly another year has flown by with its usual speed. We have had a busy year with monthly bus trips – conveniently picking up and dropping back at the Club – we have had lunches at the Ryde College of Catering (TAFE), Doyle’s Winter Special at Watsons Bay in June, and further afield with a wonderful St. Patrick’s Day and “Christmas in July” festivities at the Waterview Restaurant, Berowra Waters; One of our day trips took us aboard the Riverboat Postman, Brooklyn, and in October there was a four day trip to Batemans Bay. Our monthly walks around Sydney continue to be well attended and certainly keep us fit. The highlight of our year is our annual Christmas Lunch held in the Heritage Function Centre at the Club, and what an excellent lunch we have thanks to Sidney Ho and staff. We wish all our members a very happy Christmas and a healthy and safe New Year and we hope to see you all again in 2016. Our thanks, as always, go to the Staff at Ryde Eastwood Leagues Club for all their help and continuing support to the Seniors Club. Our thanks also go to our very active Patron, Mr. Dennis Petkovich.
We meet on the first and third Thursday of every month at 11am and our fee is only $5 for the year, so come along and join us. For more information please contact Marie Weston (Secretary) on 9638 7419
SQUASH CLUB
This report from the Squash Club comes filled with both excitement, as we announce the newly crowned Club Champions, and regret, as we reveal the Grand Final results from the previous Autumn Squash Competition. Unfortunately, our Division 5 team (who finished the regular rounds in 1st place) fell at the final hurdle, losing to their opponents in the Grand Final match. Better luck next time squashies!
The 2015 Squash Club Championships heralded not only two tightly contested finals, but also the setting of two new Squash Club records. Division 2 was a matchup between Ernie Speed (Club President) and Karyn West (#1 seed). Although the game score
INTERNAL CLUB NEWS
finished in Karyn’s favour, the match was played with the utmost gamesmanship and was an excellent warm up for the audience before the real spectacle began - the Division 1 final. In Division 1, Leigh Ditu (#2 seed) and Tim Doyle (#3 seed) played a seesawing match where the final result could not be predicted until the very last squash point was scored – victory to Leigh Ditu. In the Squash Club’s extensive history, the Division 1 winner has always been a male squash player however in 2015, not only was the Division 1 winner female, but also the Division 2 winner and the winners are sisters to boot. They must come from great Squash stock! The next big event in the Squash Club’s calendar is the Annual Presentation Dinner, being held on Saturday 14th November at Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club. We hope to see all squash members there as, like always, it promises to be a very enjoyable night. The Squash Club could not continue to write new pages in its proud and lengthy history without the assistance and backing of the RELC. We thank the RELC for their continued support and hope that our collaboration will continue well into the future. Even though the new squash competition has just commenced, the Squash Club is always keen to hear from squash players interested in joining the club and playing competitively. If this is you, please contact Ernie Speed on 9807 3348.
A Squash Player was refused service in a restaurant. “We don’t serve Squash Players here”, said the waiter.
“That’s OK,” said the Squash Player “I don’t eat Squash Players”.
TRAVELLING BOWLS CLUB
In September we headed south to Towradgi Bowling Club, where we had a very enjoyable day. We played good games of bowls, had a great time and six of our members won a bottle of wine as a prize for their efforts. Our last trip of the year will be to Woy Woy Bowling club on Sunday 8th November 2015. Please come along and join in the fun. We will be having our Christmas lunch on Friday 11th December 2015 at the Club, starting from 12 pm . The cost will be $35 per person. The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for Thursday 4th February 2016 at 7pm. If we do not see you before Christmas, we wish you all a Merry and safe Christmas and a happy New Year and hope to see you on the bus in 2016. For further information please contact Robyn Newton on 9858 3014, Brenda Paterson on 8819 9650, Maria Armstrong on 9888 6359 or Milly Farrell on 9872 7949. Regards. Maria Armstrong.
TRAVEL CLUB
The Travel Club has enjoyed the last few months packed full with many outings. We experienced a most enjoyable day at Brooklyn on the Riverboat Postman, consumed many calories at the Ryde TAFE High Tea, and cruised across Broken Bay to Patonga where we had lunch before visiting the Kalkari Visitors Centre. In October we went to the Leura Garden Festival, which was spectacular, with lots of vibrant colour at Tandella Gardens and Ilion and at Waitangi Open Garden to see all the new spring flowers, after lunching at the Katoomba Golf Club. Upcoming events include:
November: A smorgasbord luncheon for Melbourne Cup.
December: Our traditional Christmas Party Luncheon with lots of prizes, fun and merriement.
January: Australia Day breakfast in the Club.
The Travel Club would like to take this opportunity to extend our wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We meet in the Ryedale Room at the club on the first Tuesday of the month. We are always happy to welcome new members, both men and women. For more information on these events or our meetings please contact Yvonne Steel (President) on 9878 1164 or Gordon Irving (Secretary) on 9871 8358.
2015 Squash Club Champions (L to R): Karyn West (Div 2) and Leigh Ditu (Div 1)
THE JOE COCKER STORY
8PM, SATURDAY 7th NOVEMBER
BOOK NOW. Showtime at 8pm. Members $15 Non-Members $18
A live concert celebrating the life and music of Joe Cocker. Featuring Steve Plakotaris playing the man himself, both vocally and visually in every detail. Joe had hit after hit and you will hear, The Letter, With a Little Help from my Friends, Unchain My Heart, Feelin’ Alright, Hitchcock Railway, Cry Me a River, Heard it Through the Grapevine, Chain of Fools, Delta Lady, You are so Beautiful, You Can Leave Your Hat On, and Up Where we Belong. A night not to be missed.
ANDRE RIEU CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
8PM, SATURDAY 5th DECEMBER
BOOK NOW. Showtime at 8pm. Members $20 Non-Members $25
VOV DYLAN is Australia’s answer to Andre Riéu. Vov presents the melodies of Europe and beyond with a combination of class, humour, and an array of great, hand-picked musicians from the best orchestras and performance groups Australia has to offer. This Christmas special is a delight from start to finish, capturing memories of Bing Crosby Specials, Vienna New Year’s Eve Concerts, Crackling Fireplaces, Warmth and Love. The selection of melodies will leave you smiling well into the night.
FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS TRIBUTE
8PM, SATURDAY 21st NOVEMBER
BOOK NOW. Showtime at 8pm. Members $20 Non-Members $25
The Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons segment showcases hits from the world famous Jersey Boys, including Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Working My Way Back to you, Can’t Take My Eyes of You, Grease and of course, Oh What a Night! Then it’s the Beach Boys with Fun Fun Fun, California Girls, Good Vibrations, I Get Around, Help Me, Wouldn’t It Be Nice, Barbara Ann, Surfin’ USA, and so many more.
DECEMBER/FEBRUARY
NEW YEAR’S EVE!
ON THE PROWL
8PM, THURSDAY 31st DECEMBER
BOOK NOW. Showtime at 8pm. Members $73 Non-Members $79
It’s a New Year’s Eve Rock ‘n’ Roll Party with ‘ON THE PROWL’ Remember when nothing could get the joint jumping like good ol’ Rock ‘n’ Roll? Your head knows the melody, your feet know the rhythm. Next thing you know, you’re dancing! Featuring Ol’ 55’s original lead singer, ROCKPILE JONES , you’ll be transported back in time with those crazy basslines, guitar licks, unbelievable vocal harmonies and that contagious driving beat! Hear all your favourite songs from the 50s & 60s! Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Ryde-Eastwood. Put your dancing shoes on and get ready to party with Sydney’s hottest Rock ‘n’ Roll band, ON THE PROWL!
With a fantastic 3-course meal to enjoy, this will be a New Year’s Eve to remember. BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL.
WILLIE & ROY THE LEGENDS
8PM, SATURDAY 20th FEBRUARY ENTERTAINMENTDRAW
BOOK FROM 9th JANUARY 2016. Showtime at 8pm. Members $18 Non-Members $22
A celebration of the timeless songs, stories, characters and legendary voices of Willie Nelson and Roy Orbison. John Robertson and Mark Shelley as Willy Nelson and Roy Orbison, without a doubt, perform the world’s best characterisations of Willie & Roy. Their appearance, voices, manner and ‘spirit’ of Willie & Roy are uncanny! The story begins when during a Willie Nelson concert, Roy appears for one final unforgettable performance. Share the highs, lows, laughter and sadness of their lives. On the Road Again, To All the Girls I’ve loved Before, Always on My Mind, Pretty Woman, Crying, Only the Lonely. Their list of songs seems endless.
MARCH ENTERTAINMENT
SELTIC SIRENS
8PM, SATURDAY 5th MARCH
BOOK FROM 23rd JANUARY 2016. Showtime at 8pm. Members $18 Non-Members $22
With the exciting build-up to St. Patrick’s Day, The Seltic Sirens will transport you to Ireland with traditional & popular favourites played on the Celtic harp, Irish drums, pennywhistles and fiddle. The Sirens’ stunning vocals and visuals bring magic to this time of year.
Enjoy renditions of songs like Danny Boy, All Souls Night, Skye Boat Song, Orinoco Flow by Enya & songs from The Corrs, Moody Blues, Cat Stevens, Simon & Garfunkel and more.
FEATURING
Internationally Renowned Scot Robin fresh from playing the lead role in the smash hit musical “Buddy” and members of the original cast!
SCOT ROBIN IS BUDDY HOLLY
8PM, SATURDAY 19th MARCH
BOOK FROM 6th FEBRUARY 2016. Showtime at 8pm. TICKETS $25
Buddy Holly In Concert! is one of the most exciting shows to hit the Australian cabaret and theatre circuit in years. During this dynamic two hour production Internationally renowned Scot Robin, who played the lead role in the smash hit musical “Buddy” (Original cast), together with his Crickets will perform more than 30 Buddy Holly hits including: That’ll Be The Day, Heartbeat, Think It Over, Peggy Sue, Raining In My Heart, Rave On, Maybe Baby, True Love Ways, and of course, Oh Boy! This internationally acclaimed production mesmerizes and excites audiences both visually and musically with its high energy performance, brilliant costumes and fantastic musicianship. Scot Robin has been receiving rave reviews and standing ovations worldwide for his superb portrayal of the legend that is Buddy Holly.
DAVID STEPHENS
Power-packed performer
Members: $26
Non-Members: $30
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CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON
LIZ LAYTON
Australia’s Queen of Comedy Members: $14
Non-Members: $17
Book from 3rd Nov
AUDITORIUM CLOSED FOR RENOVATIONS
TONI STEVENS
A One-Woman party. Members: $14
Non-Members: $17
Book from 1st Dec
NOV/ DEC /JAN LOUNGE ENTERTAINMENT
Tuesday, 3 November 2015 Nightshift 3.15pm - 7.00pm
Friday, 6 November 2015 Franky Valentyn
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Saturday, 7 November 2015 Cherri Jam 8.30pm - midnight
Friday, 13 November 2015
- midnight
Saturday, 14 November 2015 2 Left Feet 8.30pm - midnight
Friday, 20 November 2015 Ian Blakeney
Saturday, 21 November 2015
Friday, 27 November 2015
Saturday, 28 November 2015 Kafe Kool
Friday, 4 December 2015 Rachel Laing Duo
Saturday, 5 December 2015 Jenny Marie Lang
Friday, 11 December 2015
Saturday, 12 December 2015
Friday, 18 December 2015
Saturday, 19 December 2015 Ian Blakeney
Friday, 25 December 2015
Saturday, 26 December 2015
CHRISTOPHER BOOTH
Versatile instrumentalist
Members: $14
Non-Members: $17
Book from 1st March
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Club Closed - No Entertainment
Dennis Demello Duo
Sunday, 27 December 2015 Cazcade Duo
- midnight
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Thursday, 31 December 2015 Nightshift Trio 8.30pm - 1.00am
Friday, 1 January 2016
Saturday, 2 January 2016
Friday, 8 January 2016
Saturday, 9 January 2016
Friday, 15 January 2016
Saturday, 16 January 2016
Friday, 22 January 2016
Saturday, 23 January 2016
Friday, 29 January 2016
Saturday, 30 January 2016
Franky Valentyn
Chris Connolly
Gerry Allen Duo
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Ron Ashton 8.30pm - midnight
Cherri Jam 8.30pm - midnight
Groove Café 8.30pm - midnight
To all our valued members and guests, welcome back to the gym of the future. I hope you are already in the swing of things, as we are well into the warmer months. Please make the most of the comfort and air-conditioned state of the art Fitness Edge facilities.
On behalf of all the Fitness Edge Team I would like to thank all loyal members and guests for joining us in all our festivities and celebrating another productive and exciting year at the Fitness Edge. It’s hard to believe this is our 17th year of operation.
We introduced many monthly promotions throughout this year, which will continue into 2016 and beyond. So, if you are looking to introduce a family member or friend to the Fitness Edge family, please see gym reception or visit our website for all details on our current promotion.
Season’s Greetings!
Congratulations to our August and September Promotion winners:
AUGUST WINNERS
Week 1: Jennifer Collins
Week 2: Nathan May
Week 3: Junhyung Ko
Week 4: Varun Dewan
SEPTEMBER WINNERS
Week 1: (Name withheld upon request)
Week 2: Amanda Graham
Week 3: Mehreen Ahmed
Week 4: Pamela Thomas
All of our winners listed above each received 30 days’ FREE membership to the Fitness Edge.
I hope you enter 2016 with renewed vigour, having stepped ever closer to reaching your fitness goals.
Please remember that the key to success is not only reaching your health, fitness and aquatic goals, but also achieving consistency, and that’s what we strive for at The Fitness Edge.
If you haven’t been down to see us, we believe that there is no better time to join the Fitness Edge here at Ryde-Eastwood Leagues Club.
Last but certainly not least, The Fitness Edge team would like to wish everybody a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year!
