FUNCTIONS REPORT

Since my last report in January, we have enlisted two more members to our Committee, Leesa Spanos and Sue Markham. The Committee also includes Maria Cook, Lana Kaaks, Ann McCluskey (COTS), Paul Stott, Toby Williams and me. I wish to thank all of my Committee Members for their help with suggesting events, assisting with organization and their unwavering support.

On February 14, Valentine’s Day was an absolute success, with our Bar Manager, Vanessa, at the helm. The Wardroom was packed out with couples, celebrating love and romance! The success of this event is now an annual event on the calendar.

St Patrick’s Day this year was well supported having fallen on a Friday, coinciding with Happy Hour. The Raglan Irish Band contributed to the event’s success, providing Irish music and covering music of Irish musicians. The Chef provided some unique Irish fare including Guinness Pie. A variety of Irish whiskeys and a pint or two of Guinness made for a very merry time!

The Club hosted its annual ANZAC Day commemorations, with a large group in attendance, to pay their respects to our War Heroes and Veterans. Coffee and ANZAC Biscuits were on the menu, and many remained to enjoy our new winter menu in the Quarterdeck.

Our Power Section season commenced in early May with a well-supported Power Section Cocktail Party held in the Sunset Marquee. The Grazing Plates created by our Chef were sensational. A great time had by all.

Band Night held on Saturday, May 27, was a huge event at our Club. With a cover charge of only $30, 214 members and their guests were treated to non-stop music by Daren and the Soul City Groove. Daren was vibrant and totally engaging, singing and mingling simultaneously with members and guests. Couldn’t choose the most popular song; however, the Queen of Rock, Tina Turner, was “Simply the Best”!

Our next Functions event will be The Commodore’s Cocktail Party, on Saturday, August 5. This will be another outstanding event with a Bowie and Queen Tribute Band promising to entertain us. At only $90 per head including a glass of sparkling white on arrival and an assortment of canapes/cocktail fare.

Look out for the following events:

• Commodore’s Cocktail Party – August 5, 2023

• AFL Grand Final – September 30, 2023

• Oktoberfest – October 13, 2023

• Gin Night – November/December 2023

• News Years Party December 31, 2023

• Concert on the Swan (COTS) February/March

I look forward to seeing you at one of our many events over the next year or around the Club.

Nikki Kukura Chair of Functions Committee