FUNCTIONS REPORT A belated Happy New Year to all or gong-sshee faa-tseye (if you know Cantonese).
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hope that 2022 brings good things to all of us and that lock downs are few and celebrations are plenty. As you know it’s been a bit busy over the last few months with last minute changes to Melbourne Cup and New Years Eve and many Christmas celebrations all caused by our ‘new best friend’ Covid. This pandemic has certainly impacted the events and activities of the Club, and I thank you sincerely for your understanding, your patience, and your tolerance as we all learn to live with this ‘wee ‘beastie’. So, what’s in store in 2022. Well - first cab off the rank was St Paddy’s Day, celebrated in style with lots of green and lashings of Guinness. Other activities planned for the year include celebrations of WA day, American Independence Day and Bastille Day. It’s a chance for everyone to celebrate the cultural diversity of our club and our community too. August will see another celebration with the Commodore's Cocktail party and for those of you who follow the footy – Grand Final fever will hit the club on September 24. Also, for noting in your diary is Melbourne Cup – this year on November 1. Other dates to note are the Club Open day November 6 and the Kids Christmas Party on Sunday December 11. Yes, I know it may seem so far away right now – but as we all know these activities
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will come around fast. And there’s more to come so keep updated through the events page on the club’s website. Let’s continue to be nice to each other: As many of you know our food and Beverage team have been under immense pressure lately too. With the many changes in government entry requirements, checking proof of vaccination and the ever-changing info about opening the WA borders many of us are feeling frustrated. Please can I ask you not to take your frustration out on our Food and Beverage staff. They are here to help you and are dedicated to ensure that you enjoy your time at the club. They too have a tough job so any support or complement that you can give them will go a long way. Let’s all just look after each other. To finish – This is my last piece for Soundings as sadly my work commitments now prohibit me from fulfilling my role as a member of the Management Committee and Chair of the Functions committee. I have had a blast over the past four years and have worked with many wonderful people. A big thank you to each of you, for your time, passion for the club and energy. It has been a privilege sharing some time with you. I wish the club every success in its future plans. Hasta que nos encontremos de nuevo (Until we meet again) Vikki Baldwin Functions chair
