AUSTRALIA DAY
Family friendly day out While the Upwey Belgrave RSL was created to support returned servicemen and their families, it has now become a location for the entire community to enjoy. Established in 1949, the traditional RSL is a family-friendly location with no poker machines. Supporting veterans and their families is still the RSL’s main focus, however, membership is now available to all members of the community. Those interested don’t need to be associated with the military to join. One of the RSL’s major features is its historical museum, which was established by members in 2007 and is curated by Leigh Baker. “The museum showcases military memorabilia from members of the community who have served from the Boer War to modern times,” RSL president David Eaton said. In the past, the RSL hosted tours for schools, scout groups and other interested parties. With Australia Day just around the corner, Upwey Belgrave RSL is again hosting its Family Fun Day with entertainment for all ages, raffles and great food on offer. Get a ticket to win $2,000 in the ‘Reverse Draw Raffle’. Tickets are only $25 each with many other prizes available on the day. The Upwey Belgrave RSL also took over the running of the bistro in 2017 and renamed it Poppies. “The renaming was a tribute to the fallen,” Mr Eaton said. “We employed Grant Leech as head chef in March 2017, who trained at the Sofitel Melbourne. “Grant has a philosophy of using local ingredients wherever possible.”
As most of the produce is made on-site, changes to the menu are easy, catering for many allergies. The bistro also boasts an extensive gluten free menu, with many patrons enjoying fish and chips, chicken parmigiana or southern fried chicken - meals they may not have eaten for many years.
Despite being a tough year for the RSL due to Covid-19, Mr Eaton said community spirit had shone through. “During the lockdown the RSL did not close, it instead reinvented itself to provide take away meals and deliveries to the local community,” he said. “We also provided free meals to those in
financial distress. Thank you to all who supported the pay it forward campaign and the RSL during this difficult time.” Functions at the Upwey Belgrave RSL are also available. To find out more, visit www.upweybelgraversl.org.au or contact 9754 3665.
Cockatoo Community House
Running Rabbits Military Museum Displays weaponry, documents and equipment from The Boer War through WWI & WWII to current day. Open Thursday & Sunday 10 – 2pm or by Appointment * Entry Gold Coin donation * TOURS AVAILABLE
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Australia Day Fundraiser Tues 26th Jan From 11am – 6pm
REVERSE DRAW RAFFLE – Tickets $25.00 each Many other prizes available
FINAL PRIZE - $2,000.00!! D.J. Arron Appleby performing Karaoke Competition Kids Jumping Castle ALL DAY BBQ • Subject to Covid regulatons.
Upwey Belgrave RSL “Your RSL” 1 Mast Gully Rd, Upwey Check your Facebook for more
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Saturday January 23 - Join a free drumming workshop or our new chess club. Full term one program coming soon! Sign up now for dance classes for preschool and primary aged children. Adult classes include ‘Find Your Calling’ workshops, Mindfulness Meditation, Dance Fit, Latin and Ballroom Dance and First Aid. Free activities include Random Acts of Creative Kindness, Gardening Chats and Produce Swaps, Intro to Art, Craft group, Chess Club and Coffee Hour. Got another program idea? Let us know. Family and youth counselling is available, and the Food is Free Cockatoo pantry is on our porch.
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