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Volume 35. Number 02. Winter 2019

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The Official Magazine of Tattersallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club Brisbane

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WELCOME TO THE TATTLER – WINTER 2019

FROM THE PRESIDENT At Tattersall’s Club, our future is as important as our past. The Club we enjoy today combines the best part of our historic building with an invaluable modern addition constructed in the 1990s. We enjoy this because previous leaders took the time to plan and execute well. Successful change at Tattersall’s Club has always been informed by a clear vision for the future. The Club Committee and staff are currently reviewing Member feedback and working on a Member-led Vision, Mission and Strategy that will deliver similar success. The investment the Club made in the 1990s delivered a Health Centre, Accommodation and the Healy Dining Room and other spaces. This forward thinking accurately identified Member’s changing needs and the Healy Room rapidly became our Member’s preferred dining option which they could share with family and friends. The gym and pool have now grown into a Health and Wellness Centre and the Accommodation is one of the main reasons our regional Members join. By listening to Members and focusing on the future, our leaders delivered a Club precinct that can accommodate any number of possibilities. The Committee of today has similarly found a Member-led approach to be the best way forward. In 2018, we ran the

largest consultation in Club history to allow Members to form a new Membership Model. This work included over 3,000 comments and clearly pointed towards a Family focussed approach. The Family Membership Model has reversed a ten-year decline and new Member numbers reached and surpassed the annual intake of 2018 in the first three months of 2019. A similar Member-led approach needs to be taken to the priority action areas of dining, dress codes and communication. Members want to come in more often and this means we need to consider how our Club precinct can adapt to deliver: • All day dining • Modern dress codes • Expanded operating hours • Contemporary communication and business needs. The size of our precinct means we can accommodate these changes and preserve our formality and heritage. But the right solution,

one that stands the test of time, requires wide consultation and wise consideration of the best use of our available resources. Our Club is a sanctuary in the CBD. We must preserve the valuable time ‘unplugged’ from the outside world while accommodating the business needs of Members for whom we are an ‘office away from home’. We are committed to preserving the quiet environment that makes us special by delivering designated spaces for work, dining, conversation and celebrations. I ask for your patience at this time. Anyone visiting the Club in recent months can see that we are busier than ever. The decisions we make this year must ensure the growing number of people who walk through our doors have an experience that reflects the Tattersall’s values and our Member’s needs. Your positive contribution to this process is invaluable. Whether you are a new Member or a fourth generation Member like me, your comments will shape our future. Please take the opportunity to send any relevant thoughts to us on: feedback@tattersallsclub.com Amicitia Vite Est Yours in friendship Stuart Fraser. President

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Editorial Writers – Kate Cowley, Megan Houston Design and Art Direction Mike Wells Advertising Sales Kelly Macleod 07 3230 2806 sales@wahoopublishing.com.au Tattersall’s Club Brisbane Photography Jared Vethaak jared_vethaak@live.com.au Rene Marcel info@renemarcel.com.au Tattersall’s Club Brisbane President Mr Stuart Fraser Vice President Mr Michael Paramor AM Treasurer Mr Paul Williams Committee Mr Barry Aaskov Mr Tyson Clarke Mr Mark Greer Mr John Mullins Mr Edward Profke Mr Tony See Mr Stuart Waddington Chief Executive Officer David Bark Contact Details Phone 07 3331 8888 Fax 07 3221 3913 admin@tattersallsclub.com www.tattersallsclub.com.au 215 Queen Street, Brisbane 4000 GPO Box 124, Brisbane 4001 Office Hours Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm Trading Hours Monday to Saturday 10.00am – 12.00am Views and opinions expressed in the Tattler are not necessarily those of Tattersall’s Club, agents or advertisers.

UPDATES TO HOUSE POLICY Please find the updated document in the Member Portal online. DRESS CODE REMINDER Members are reminded that the Winter Dress Code is now in place for the Members’ Dining Room only until 31 October.

REMINDER FOR MEMBERS TO SWIPE THEIR MEMBERSHIP CARDS UPON ENTRY

Club events may stipulate an alternate dress code. Visit www.tattersallsclub.com.au/events for more information.

The Committee reminds Members of the requirement for each Member to swipe their Membership card at Concierge every time they enter the Club. Members are also required to sign in any guests at the registry available at Concierge.

For more information on Tattersall’s Club rules, policies and dress codes, please refer to the Member Portal on the Club’s website. www.tattersallsclub.com.au

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CONTENTS

Cover Image: Tess Alexander

From the President.................................. 1

Seen At Tattersall’s............................... 22

Food and Beverage News..................... 37

Club Policies......................................... 2

Events Calendar................................... 24

From the CEO........................................ 4

Events Centre News............................. 25

Interest Groups

Member Milestones................................ 6

Landscape Art Prize............................. 26

Motorcycle.......................................... 39

New Members....................................... 7

Member Focus..................................... 28

Motor and Snooker.............................. 40

+ Feature: Winter Racing...................10

Real Weddings.................................... 30

Shooters and Raqueteers....................... 41

+ Feature: Fashions on the Field..........16

Health and Wellness............................. 32

Cycling............................................... 42

+ Guest Sports Interview..............18

Member Focus 2.................................. 34

Film and Wine..................................... 43

The Arcade......................................... 20

From The Archives................................ 36

Golf................................................... 44

TATTERSALL’S CLUB BRISBANE

MEMBERSHIP

Welcome to the Winter edition of the Tattler.

FROM THE CEO Is there anything better than good oldfashioned service? Staff going the extra mile to make your day easy, a friendly face when you’ve had a rough day, a great meal and the perfect wine – to me, this what we strive for at Tattersall’s. Club traditions of service and excellence are the two things we are striving hard to retain in everything we do. We are always looking at ways to improve our service, which is why I’m proud to announce that we’re planning on expanding our concierge services. Need to do some dry cleaning? No problem. Just leave it at the front desk. We’ll get it cleaned and ready to pick up the next time you’re at the Club. Want a special wine? No problem. We’re expanding out wine service back to the level it was three to four years ago. We’re working on having a more extensive selection of wines exclusively available to the Club. Straight

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from the cellar door, these aren’t the type of wines you’d buy at Dan Murphy’s or BWS; they are tried, tested and simply the best.

resulted in a buzz, new smiling faces and a fantastic first quarter.

Need flowers for someone special? No problem. You tell us the details; we’ll do the ordering.

Club patronage is up, the restaurants are doing well; 2019 is our year. If you haven’t visited lately, I encourage you to come back and check out the new services on offer.

Work meetings or functions to organise? No problem. Give us the bare essentials or the relevant person in your organisation to talk to and our staff will do the rest. The best part is, you don’t even have to attend the function to know it will be a success.

Speaking of absenteeism, as many of you know, my second in charge Jonathon Caldwell has been quite ill. However, I’m pleased to inform you that he is making good progress towards recovery and we expect to see him back in the Club in mid to late June.

Tattersall’s Club is open to all types of functions, and as a Member, you can refer colleagues, family and friends with full confidence that your Club will welcome them with open arms, providing exceptional service and value for money.

David Bark, CEO

There is no doubt the Club has been through a tumultuous time over the last six to nine months. But the small changes and improvements we continue to make have

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+ MEMBER MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES Tattersall’s Club has a rich and expansive Membership. In this issue, the Club acknowledges and celebrates Senior Members who have reached a milestone of at least 50 years of Membership between 1 June and 31 August 2019. FIFTY-TWO YEARS Mr George Deeb Mr Peter Lyons Dr Timothy Cooney Mr William Purcell Mr Sam Winston Smith AM, LEGION d’ HO Mr Arthur Somerset FIFTY-THREE YEARS The Hon John Greenwood QC Mr Vivian Hawke Dr John Mayze Mr Lester Waterhouse FIFTY-FOUR YEARS Mr Michael Cullinan Dr Gregory Beaver

FIFTY-FIVE YEARS Mr William Hanrick FIFTY-SEVEN YEARS Mr Thomas Ahearn Mr Noel Best FIFTY-EIGHT YEARS Mr Desmond Martin FIFTY-NINE YEARS Dr Vivian Edwards OAM Mr William Edwards Mr Clive Garnsey Mr Richard Magnus OAM SIXTY-ONE YEARS Mr Robert Amor Sir Francis Moore AO

SIXTY-THREE YEARS Dr Gerard McCafferty AM SIXTY-FIVE YEARS Mr Brian Halligan SIXTY-EIGHT YEARS Mr John Hamlyn SEVENTY YEARS Mr Barton Bulwinkel

AUSTRALIA DAY HONOURS Mr Gary Crooke AM QC AM For significant service to the law, to anti-crime and corruption authorities, and to legal standards.

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NEW MEMBERS MARCH INTAKE

Mr Lachlan Fox

Mrs Grania McAlpine

Mrs June Tupicoff

Mr Lochlan Charlton

Mrs Marie Aaskov

Mrs Angela Fox

Ms Rebecca McAnalen

Mrs Jan Vautin

Ms Monique Charlton

Mrs Clarisse Adom

Mrs Genevieve Fraser

Mrs Carmel McCoy

Mrs Titta Waddington

Mrs Catherine Charlton

Mrs Susan Agnew

Mrs Jenny Fry

Mrs Robyn McDonald

Mrs Heather Walker

Dr Sheilagh Cronin

Mrs Bernadette Andersen

Dr Janet Fryar

Ms Rosalie McEnery

Mrs Mary-Jane Walsh

Mrs Megan Daniel

Ms Liz Anderson

Ms Catherine Galvin

Mrs Diane McGrath

Ms Fiona Waterhouse

Mrs Nadine D’Arro Mrs Alvina Delaney

Ms Novi Anjayani

Mrs Vanessa Gamack

Mrs Margaret McKenna

Mrs Diana Watts

Mrs Catherine Anstey

Mrs Greta Garratt

Mrs Alana McKinnon

Ms Kellie Watts

Mrs Denise Emerson

Mr Paul Apel

Dr Nadine Garraway

Mrs Beverley McLean

Mrs Xin Wei

Mrs Tonia Galano

Mrs Merle Atkinson

Mr Ben Genest

Mrs Natalie Meakin

Ms Annie Whish

Mrs Tracie Giles

Mrs Renae Atkinson

Mrs Lisa George

Mrs Sally Mellick

Ms Pauline Whitby

Mrs Tracey Gledhill

Mrs Diane Baker

Mrs Lauren George

Mrs Andrea Metcalf

Ms Jennifer Whybird

Mr Anthony Godden

Mrs Anne Ballantyne

Mrs Nelda Giles

Ms Lisa Moricz

Mrs Sharon Whybird

Mrs Alice Gorman

Mrs Monica Banister

Mrs Angela Girle

Mrs Stephanie Nicholson

Mrs Joan Wilkinson

Mrs Helen Grace

Ms Mary Barram

Mrs Madelaine Goakes

Mrs Tracey Nielsen

Mrs Emma Williams

Mr Michael Grace

Mrs Robyn Barry

Mr Murray Gordon

Ms Nolisa Nipales

Mrs Samantha Williams

Mr Jeff Griffin*

Ms Isabella Beard

Mrs Tracy Greer

Mrs Sharyn Northcott

Mrs Allison Williams

Mrs Victoria Harrison

Mrs Jennifer Bellamy

Mrs Shaye Griffiths-Rudd

Dr Kate O’Donnell

Mrs Evelyn Williams

Ms Laura Healey

Mrs Louise Bellchambers

Ms Evelyn Guy

Mrs Dianna O’Donohue

Mrs Michelle Wright

Mr Morgan Healey

Mrs Lorraine Bletchly

Dr Elizabeth Hagley

Mrs Kathleen O’Dwyer

Mrs Catherine Young

Mr Garry Hill

Mrs Julie Blom

Mrs Marian Ham

Mrs Megan O’Leary

Ms Maria Yu

Mr Sam Hunter

Mrs Leanne Brant

Ms Jennifer Hamilton

Mr Mark Page

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Mr Neade Karam

Mrs Carol Bridger

Mrs Bronwyn Hartigan

Mrs Rosie Paramor

Ms Loretta Atkinson

Mr Tony Leung

Mrs Susan Cameron

Mrs Rini Hauff

Ms Alana Paterson

Mr Timothy Beard

Mrs Cristina Lusic

Mrs Anna Carosa-Koziora

Miss Alice Haywood

Mrs Katherine Pearson

Mrs Sherell Beijnon

Ms Sarah-Jane MacDonald

Mrs Vivienne Cassidy

Mrs Sarah Haywood

Ms Claire Pekol-Smith

Mr David Bellairs

Ms Jag MacDonald

Mrs Ann Heaslop

Mr Nathaniel Pekol-Smith

Mr Peter Brackstone

Mrs Jennifer Mantle

Mrs Suzanne Hendry

Miss Coco Peralta

Mrs Wendy Brown

Mr Anthony Matthews

Mrs Genevieve Heraghty

Miss Phoebe Peralta

Mrs Maryrose Buchanan

Mr Malcolm McBratney*

Mrs Carol Hickey

Mrs Patricia Percey

Mrs Jacinta Chalmers

Mrs Lynette McFarlane

Mrs Elizabeth Holt

Mrs Victoria Pollard

Dr Mary-Louise Greer

Mrs Diana McKnoulty

Ms Emma Hossack

Dr Deborah Prior

Mrs Nicola Horkings

Ms Denise Neville

Ms Alexie Jell

Mrs Margaret Raptis

Mr Robert Horkings

Mrs Maria O’Leary

Mrs Dorothy Jewell

Mr Fabian Rebelo

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Mrs Deborah Peralta

Mrs Janette Johnson

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Mrs Tracey Logan

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Mrs Susan Watt

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Mrs Christine Lynam

Mrs Janet Tansey

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Dr Elina Mackey

Mrs Carolyn Tolhurst

Mrs Eveleen Mandikos

Dr Judith Tucker

Mrs Susan Masel

Mrs Simone Tully

Ms Chelsea Clark Mrs Maria Clark Mrs Alana Clayton Mrs Georgina Colquhoun Mrs Lynette Cormack Mrs Katherine Crilly Mrs Jeanene Cullen Mrs Jo-Anne de Plater Ms Clare de Silva Ms Susan de Waard Mrs Carmel Delahunty Mrs Lisa Demnar Dr Dion Dewar Ms Caroline Diesner Ms Bronwyn Donnelly Dr Catherine Downes Mrs Marguerita Eaton Mrs Justine Ebzery Mrs Debbie Errington Professor Kay Ferres Mrs Louise Finlayson Mrs Susan Flynn Mrs Linda Foerner Mrs Patrice Foote Ms Susan Forster

Mr Robert Aitken Mrs Jennifer Bailey Mrs Jean Barry

Mrs Trudy Walsh Mrs Michelle Ward Mr Roger Ward

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FEATURE: WINTER RACING CARNIVAL 2019

“This is the time when the eyes of the nation turn to Queensland.” Brendan Parnell, Racing Queensland CEO

2019 TAB QUEENSLAND WINTER RACING CARNIVAL With more than 60 black-type races, eight history rich Group 1 races and $18.5 million in prize money, the 2019 TAB Queensland Winter Racing Carnival is shaping up to be one of the best on record.

The Winter Racing Carnival started the first week in April and will culminate with the Tattersall’s Tiara Cup on Saturday 22 June, the total prize money for this year’s carnival has increased by $1.7 million, and racing has returned to the iconic Eagle Farm track. “There has been a real sense of anticipation and excitement ahead of the 2019 TAB Queensland Winter Racing Carnival,” Racing Queensland CEO Brendan Parnell said. “The beautiful thing about the carnival is that every year, a handful of horses arrive in Queensland as ‘good horses’ and leave as household names. Last year it was Autumn Sun and Santa Ana Lane who announced themselves as future champions.

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upsetting Australian sprinting favourites to become the first Kiwi galloper to win the Doomben 10,000 since 1983. The Bostonian took home $480,000 of the total $800,000 in prize money for the race. Mr Parnell said the prize money for the race had increased by $100,000 since last year reflecting that the Group 1 race had become one of Australia’s top-10 races on ratings. He said the increases in prize money for other champion-making races, including two group 1 races and five group 2 races, would attract the country’s best horses and trainers back to Brisbane and ensure the standard of racing lifted across the board.

“Of course, Winx’s record-breaking run of Group 1 wins started during the 2015 Queensland carnival, and that’s something we are all so incredibly proud of.”

Mr Parnell said the return to Eagle Farm for the $1.5 million TAB Stradbroke Handicap (8 June) and the Tattersall’s Tiara Race Day would also help attract a strong field of interstate champions.

The first feature race of the season on 11 May provided a thrilling start to the carnival with New Zealand outsider, The Bostonian,

“There is something special about a race day at Eagle Farm,” he said. “The track is an icon not only in the racing industry but to all

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Queenslanders. Jockeys and trainers have been unanimous in their praise for the new racing surface, which has given more trainers the confidence to bring their best horses to Queensland.” On addition to the new venue, the other major changes for the Tattersall’s Tiara Race Day include the Lazy Yak Tattersall’s Cup rising in distance to 3000m to make it a true staying test, and a prize money increase to $125,000 (plus $30,000 QTIS Bonus) for the highly successful TAB Battle of the Bush Final. “As it’s the last day of the Brisbane carnival, every race will be critically important. But the Group 1 Sky Racing Tattersall’s Tiara will, as it is every year, be one of the highlights of the entire carnival,” Mr Parnell said. The Sky Racing Tattersall’s Tiara attracts one of the best fields of fillies and mares assembled every season in Australia. Traditionally the race is held at Eagle Farm over 1400m and attracts a capacity field of runners, a large portion of which are trained interstate. Last year’s winner Prompt Response trained by Gai Waterhouse, is nominated to return.

First run in 1989, the Tiara feature race was originally known as the Winter Stakes until 2011. The race became a Group 1 in 2007 when won by mare Nova Star and this year the total prize pool is $500,000, with the winner taking home $300,000. Part of the Tattersall’s Winter Race Day, the Tiara is just one of nine high profile races. The full schedule includes the Group 3 Lazy Yak Tattersall’s Cup, Group 3 Simon George & Sons WJ Healy Stakes, and the much-anticipated final of the TAB Battle of the Bush series.

female winners and $500 Wintergarden vouchers for the Runner Up. Tattersall’s Tiara Race Day is the jewel in the crown of Tattersall’s Racing Club which is celebrating 154 years of thoroughbred racing. The day will be supported by four days prerace activities, commencing with the Barrier Draw, Wednesday 19 June 2019, a luncheon at the Club on Thursday and an invitationonly pre-race drinks at the Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland (RNA) on Friday.

In honour of the Battle of the Bush series, Country Music Hall of Famer, James Blundell will be performing live at the track after the final race. Winter Racing Fashion will also be a highlight of the day with the Wintergarden Fashions on the Field returning with an all-new panel of judges and hosted by Miss World Australia, Tess Alexander. Prizes up for grabs include return tickets to Singapore for the Best Dressed male and

For more information and to purchase tickets to the pre-race luncheon or race day hospitality packages, email racing@tattersallsclub.com

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FEATURE: WINTER RACING CARNIVAL 2019

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BRING THE FAMILY AND ENJOY A DAY AT THE RACES WITH LEGACY

Tattersall’s Tiara Race Day, 22 June 2019, also proudly supports Legacy by providing free entry for kids, rides and entertainment for the whole family within a dedicated family area. To help raise vital funds to support the Legacy families of veterans who have lost their lives or health due to their service, AG Designer Jeweller in the Tattersall’s Arcade has donated a $37,500 diamond and pearl tiara for a raffle which will be drawn on Tattersall’s Tiara Race Day. Even if you don’t attend the races, you can support Legacy by purchasing a raffle ticket to win this amazing Tiara. Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased here: www.rafflelink.com. au/tiara-raffle all proceeds will go to Legacy. CEO of Legacy Queensland, Brendan Cox said the overall fundraising goal for the Tattersall’s and Legacy partnership was to fund a children’s camp run by the organisation in January each year.

“We bring about 60 children from families from all over Queensland to one camp location,” he said. “This youth camp focuses on joy, engagement and community support but there is also that element of, hey, we’re united here because of a unique circumstance in which one of our parents has given their health or their life in service of our country so let’s talk about that. “Legacy is all about preparing the children for life beyond the home front to the extent that Mum and Dad would have done had circumstances been different.” “So, the Tattersall’s engagement in raising funds to create that environment where these children can speak at that level is impactful beyond what words can even describe. And I can reassure you that the impact of this camp has an enduring effect beyond our three-year partnership agreement and into the lives of these children 10 and 15 years on.”

Mr Cox also encouraged Members of Tattersall’s to engage with Legacy beyond a charitable contribution and become Legatees for families. “The purpose of Legacy in engaging with and creating partnerships with organisations like Tattersall’s to create awareness as to what Legacy does in the community. “Legacy only lives through people from the community participating with service delivery. Primarily, that is through Legatees who are volunteers delivering our services into the living rooms of families.”

To find out more about Legacy and to become a Legatee visit www.legacy.com.au/GetInvolved Raffle tickets can be pre purchased through www.rafflelink.com.au/tiara-raffle

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FEATURE: WINTER RACING CARNIVAL 2019

SCHEDULE

CLUB EVENTS + TIMINGS

10am WEDNESDAY, 19 JUNE 2019

RACE TYPES, DISTANCE, PRIZE MONEY

DISTANCE

PRIZE MONEY

Group 1

1400 m

$500,000

Lazy Yak Tattersall’s Cup

Group 3

3000 m

$200,000

Simon George & Sons W.J Healy Stakes

Group 3

1200 m

$175,000

G.H. Mumm Open

Listed

1800 m

$125,000

Winning Edge Presentations Stakes 2YO

Listed

1400 m

$125,000

2019 TAB Battle of the Bush (FINAL)

No Metro Wins-Last 2 Years Quality Hcp (SC)

1200 m

$125,000

3YO Plate

Set weights. Colts and Geldings

1400 m

$105,000

Singapore Airlines Benchmark 75

Handicap

1400 m

$75,000

Stav, Abby and Matt Class 6 Plate

Set weights

1400m

$75,000

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THURSDAY, 20 JUNE 2019

Sky Racing Tattersall’s Tiara

Battle of the Butchers Luncheon at Tattersall’s Club

Barrier Draw at Alchemy Bar and Restaurant

SATURDAY 22 JUNE 2019 TATTERSALL’S TIARA RACE DAY Eagle Farm Race Course, 230 Lancaster Road, Ascot, Queensland Gates open to the public 10.30am Enjoy non-stop racing action throughout the day with an 9-race program and a special guest appearance and live performance by James Blundell. Hospitality and group packages available. Email racing@tattersallsclub.com.au Tattersall’s Members receive free entry for you and three guests at all Tattersall’s Race Days. Present your Membership Card at the entry gates on the day for free entry.

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FEATURE: WINTER RACING CARNIVAL 2019

ANTICIPATION BUILDS FOR BATTLE OF THE BUSH FINAL With the majority of qualifiers completed and some of Queensland’s favourite horses in the mix, anticipation is building for the Battle of the Bush series final at the Tattersall’s Tiara Race Day. The final will bring together 16 finalists from eight regions across the state and give country participants a chance to rub shoulders with some of the biggest names in Australian racing. “Everywhere you go, people want to stop and talk to me about this game-changing series,” Racing Queensland CEO Brendan Parnell said. “It is the talk of every country race track in the state, with trainers and owners trying to secure their position in the final and share in

the big prize money on offer. This year, RQ also introduced a $30,000 QTIS bonus for the winning horse if it is Queensland-bred and we have plans to make the race even greater in the years to come.” Mr Parnell said one of Queensland’s most popular horses, Fab’s Cowboy, had qualified for his second crack at the race. “His quietly spoken trainer Bevan ‘Billy’ Johnson is hoping this will be the year his bush champion can breakthrough and take home the big money on offer,” he said. “The TAB Battle of the Bush was applauded from the moment it was announced back in January 2018. Our TAB Battle of the Bush Ambassador, former champion trainer Peter Moody, is travelling to qualifiers across the state

and said he’s blown away by the support this series has received.” The qualifying series started in Gladstone on 20 April, and subsequent qualifiers were held on the 11 May at Gordonvale, Long Reach, Mt Isa, Warwick; 18 May at Burdekin, Warrego; 24 May at Cunnamulla; and 25 May at Thangool and Nanango. Four qualifiers were held on 1 June at Mareeba, Bowen, Cloncurry and Goondiwindi, with the sixteenth and final qualifier on the 8 June in Barcaldine. So far, every qualifier has attracted full fields stacked with quality bush horses, which will ensure this year’s final is a sight not to be missed.

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He began his television career in 1986 in production which included filming and editing corporate videos, TV commercials and training videos throughout Australia and internationally. Mark expanded his OB expertise during World Expo ‘88 in Brisbane, working on a wide range of live broadcasts for Australian and international broadcasters. In 1997 Mark co-founded Cutting Edge Outside Broadcasts which covered live sports such as NRL, basketball, motor racing, AFL, netball, boxing, tennis, golf and of course, horse racing. Cutting Edge also helped broadcast the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games and Brisbane Goodwill Games. Today, Mark and his team of 65+ full-time and casual broadcasters deliver racing broadcasts from Cairns down to the Gold Coast to Sky Racing’s national audience. That’s a huge job to manage over 400 race meetings just in Queensland alone, racing 363 days a year! “This isn’t a one-man job. I can’t do this alone and we have some of the best operators in the business alongside me,” Mark said.

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“The days can be stressful and it’s hard work. Without each other’s support and the support of our families, we wouldn’t have the success we’ve had.”

In early 2017 Mark was handed the mandate to manage Sky Racing OB coverage for all major interstate carnivals, in addition to his Queensland duties. He also manages the many live production shows and industry related events that are broadcast from various racetracks and numerous locations during each racing carnival. Mark and his team are excited to deliver showcase coverage to racing fans across the country of the up-coming Queensland Winter Carnival on Sky Thoroughbred Central (Foxtel 528). “We will be using the latest innovations and the most up-to-date drone technology which will enhance the coverage of the Brisbane Carnival with overhead shots and other various camera angles,” Mark said. “It’s been a great ride with Sky. It’s constantly challenging and highly stressful covering live content but we have an excellent team, not only in Brisbane but across Australia who make it all happen, live, and on time.” When watching the colour and excitement of the big Brisbane races this Winter Carnival, including the Group 1 Sky Racing Tattersall’s Tiara on June 22, spare a thought for the diligent Sky team behind what you see on your screen!

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MEMBERSHIP FEATURE: FASHIONS ON THE FIELD

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FASHIONS ON THE FIELD

Tess Alexander, Fashions on the Field MC THIS YEAR YOU ARE THE MC FOR THE TATTERSALL’S TIARA RACE DAY, WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO ABOUT THE EVENT? Race Days are truly unifying. The Tattersall’s Tiara Race Day really brings everyone together and celebrates the essence of Brisbane.

WHAT ARE SOME TRENDS YOU’LL BE LOOKING OUT FOR AT THIS YEAR’S TATTERSALL’S TIARA RACE DAY? Fashion on the Field is the perfect opportunity to express your personality through garments.

It’s a chance to blend this seasons trends, while really pushing your own personal style. I’ll be looking for cohesion from top to toe.

WHAT IS YOUR GO-TO ACCESSORY FOR RACE DAY? It has to be a beautiful broad-brimmed hat. I love the structure and elegance of a boater and how they really ‘finish’ an outfit.

DO YOU HAVE ANY WORDS OF WISDOM TO FUTURE FASHIONS ON THE FIELD CONTESTANTS AND HOW THEY CAN STAND OUT? Be yourself ! Have fun out there, you’ve

worked hard to put together an amazing outfit; showcase it! I always ask contestants what their intentions were behind their outfit... and it’s because the audience (and judges) are genuinely interested!

WHAT EXCITES YOU MOST ABOUT THE TATTERSALL’S TIARA RACE DAY? I love emceeing FOTF because every outfit has a story to tell and it’s my job to make sure it’s heard. From fascinators to accessories, hairstyle to garment... both men and women work tirelessly (sometimes for months) perfecting their fashions and I absolutely love helping that creative process blossom onstage.

Dale Olsen, Fashions on the Field Judge covered, I like to see interesting interpretations of current trends. This season we are seeing the return of animal print in either accessories or outfit, wool or velvet fabrics in rich jewel tones as purple, emerald green, mustard and royal blue.

DO YOU HAVE ANY WORDS OF WISDOM FOR FUTURE FASHIONS ON THE FIELD CONTESTANTS AND HOW THEY CAN STAND OUT? Accessories are often where a fashion entrant can stand out from the crowd. An interesting clutch, a pretty pair of ankle boots, a vintage fur collar or cuffs and leather gloves can elevate a simple outfit to one of elegance. The hat, to me, is the most important addition to a racing ensemble. What I like to see most in Fashions on the Field however, is confidence and a big smile. We judges love to see you enjoying yourselves.

WHAT ARE SOME TRENDS YOU’LL BE LOOKING OUT FOR AT THIS YEAR’S TATTERSALL’S TIARA RACE DAY? I will be looking for ladylike fashion with knees and arms covered, wearing felt or leather headwear rather than straw. Once the basics are

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WHAT KIND OF OPPORTUNITIES HAVE BEEN PRESENTED TO YOU AS A FEATURE WRITER FOR LADIES IN RACING MAGAZINE AND A MEMBER OF THE BRISBANE RACING CLUB FASHION COMMITTEE?

I have been given the opportunity to explore my interests in journalism, fashion and racing, which include writing feature articles about prominent women in the racing industry for Ladies in Racing Magazine. Two of my subjects have been Patty Tighe, part owner of the wonder mare, Winx and Pam O’Neill, the first woman registered as a jockey in Australia. It has been such a pleasure to meet so many inspirational women through this medium.

WHAT EXCITES YOU MOST ABOUT THE TATTERSALL’S TIARA RACE DAY For sentimental reasons, Tattersall’s Winter Race Day has always been one of my favourite days in the racing calendar. I have entered the Fashions on the Field many times over the years and have twice won on the day and also received the runner-up prize. My first win was in 1997, when my husband Jim and I were newly married. The wonderful prize of a trip to Hawaii became our honeymoon. Five years later, in 2002, I won again. This time, Jim and I enjoyed a week in Hong Kong, a city I have always loved.

FEATURE: FASHIONS ON THE FIELD

Millicent Van Der Velde, Fashions on the Field Judge WHAT ARE SOME TRENDS YOU’LL BE LOOKING OUT FOR AT THIS YEAR’S TATTERSALL’S TIARA RACE DAY? There are a lot of interesting trends at the moment! For both women and men, green is really trending and that is going to continue into Spring. Various shades like sage, olive and mint have been strong on the catwalks overseas and that is filtering into our field fashions. For women, we’re also seeing influences from the 60s and the 80s featuring more and more. From the 80s we are getting trends like puffed sleeves, accentuated shoulders and even coloured tights for the more adventurous. From the 60s we are starting to see trends returning like shift dresses, pillbox hats, tweed and tuxedos for women.

DO YOU HAVE ANY WORDS OF WISDOM FOR FUTURE FASHION ON THE FIELD CONTESTANTS AND HOW THEY CAN STAND OUT?

The most important advice is - act confidently and smile. If you look like you love what you are wearing, it will help project a positive image on stage and off. Also, my advice is to pick one element which is the feature of your outfit (such as your hat, your skirt, your tie, your colour scheme, etc.) and build your look around that. Keep it simple rather than try to do too much.

WHAT KIND OF OPPORTUNITIES HAVE BEEN PRESENTED TO YOU AS A RACING FASHION BLOGGER? ARE THERE ANY STAND OUT MOMENTS FOR YOU AS A FASHIONS ON THE FIELD CONTESTANT? The best opportunity I have had by participating in the fashion events at race days is meeting new people and making some wonderful friends from around Australia and New Zealand, who love both racing and fashion. No matter which racetrack I go to, there will be people there I know and it makes for an even more enjoyable day.

WHAT EXCITES YOU MOST ABOUT THE TATTERSALL’S TIARA RACE DAY The actual Tattersall’s Tiara Race is a great Group 1 event for fillies and mares, so you can expect some high-quality racing. But as well, the Tattersall’s Winter Carnival is a highlight because you can dress up, have a great day out with lots of activities and (unlike some of our southern states) the weather is usually quite reasonable too!

Derek Barlow, Owner of Tony Barlow Menswear WHAT MAKES TONY BARLOW SUCH A GREAT STORE TO SOURCE MEN’S RACING ATTIRE? I believe it’s our extensive range of options in suits, jackets and accessories at very affordable prices, that will ensure you stand out and look like a winner at the track.

WHAT IS A STATEMENT PIECE MEN SHOULD ADD TO THEIR SUITS AT A RACE DAY? A hat is always a standout at the races. Choose from a panama, trilby or fedora. Think Humphrey Bogart, you can never go wrong with timeless style.

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WHAT ARE SOME TRENDS YOU HAVE FORECASTED FOR THIS YEAR’S WINTER RACING FASHION? The Double-Breasted suit is making a comeback. A double breasted suit oozes confidence, style and is the epitome of power dressing. Go for a well-fitted, block colour and highlight with bright accessories.

GIVEN YOUR EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE IN MEN’S FASHION, WHAT IS YOUR BEST TIP FOR WHAT TO WEAR AT THE RACES? When going to the races... think...Carnival!! Color!! So be daring... Try to incorporate colours in accessories and ties...and pocket squares... stand out in the crowd. A well fitted, in trend suit, with a coordinated hat/ fedora is also impressive 1. Tess Alexander, MC and Fashions on the Field Judge. 2. Dale Olsen, Fashions on the Field Judge. 3. Millicent Van Der Velde, Fashions on the Field Judge. 4. Derek Barlow, Owner of Tony Barlow Menswear.

GUEST SPORTS INTERVIEW

THE HIGHS ALANLOWS JONES AND OF AUSTRALIAN RUGBY WITH ALAN JONES At times political, often controversial and always pragmatic, the Evening with Alan Jones at the Tattersall’s Club in March was yet another sell-out success and well attended by our Rugby contingent.

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Jones is without a doubt one of the most influential personalities in the Australian media landscape; headlining Sydney’s most popular breakfast show on 2GB for more than 18 years and providing political commentary for Sky News and The Australian.

In 1984 Jones was elected the coach of the Wallabies (Australian Rugby Union Team). Under his leadership, the team won 102 matches including the famous Grand Slam victories over England, Ireland, Wales, Scotland and the all-stars UK-France “Barbarian” side.

His rise to fame as a fast talking, controversial yet motivational political and social commentator, is synonymous with his success as the coach of one of Australia’s most revered sporting teams.

Two years later, Jones coached the Wallabies to their historic Bledisloe Cup victory; it was the first time such a victory had been achieved in 39 years and only the second team in rugby history to win a series against New Zealand on their home ground.

Raised on a farm in South-East Queensland, Jones started his career as a teacher and became involved in school sport; notably gaining success as a coach for Brisbane Grammar athletics, tennis, and rugby union. After more than ten years in school and amateur sport, in 1982 Jones was successful in applying for the position of part-time manager for the NSW Rugby Union Team.

Jones was awarded Member of the Order of Australia in 1988 for services to Rugby and upgraded to Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) in 2004 for services to the community, not for profits, media and sports administration. During the evening at the Tattersall’s Club, renowned Rugby writer Jim Tucker quizzed

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I love the game, and I can’t stand by and see this kind of parade of incompetence...

Jones about his winning tenure as coach and the future of Australian Rugby. “I was lucky enough to come into Rugby writing in the early 1980s when Alan came on board to show the world what really can be done with fastidious preparation, getting the right minds and bodies on board… what it takes to beat the All Blacks at their own game,” he said. Jim recounted that Jones was aggrieved by the teams’ hotel accommodation during the 1986 Bledisloe Cup tour and, “gave one of his floral, flourishing speeches... offending the whole of New Zealand in about five minutes”. He kicked off the interview by asking Jones if the move was a tactical ploy. In typical Jones style, the response was a meandering monologue to reliving the highs and lows of the series. He told stories of long bus rides to nowhere, small beds and a hotel manager who claimed,

“no hotel would be big enough for Alan Jones’ mouth”. He spoke of campaigning to restore the Australian reputation via radio, inadvertently giving a New Zealand working class family tickets to the presidential suite, and convincing Grant Fox to provide him with inside intelligence on ground conditions. Jones said the intel proved critical to the win and, as he predicted, resulted in a restructure of the All Blacks which gave “Foxy” his first test appearance. During the tour, Jones said his mantra for the team was “we’ll be okay” but when asked if he would still use that phrase to describe Australian Rugby, he was scathing in his assessment. “In a word, hopeless. The administration of the game in this country is in disarray… in a corporate world they would be sacked,” Jones said. “The people in charge don’t know anything about the game, and as a result, the results are diabolical, the administration is appalling, and I write about this every Friday.

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“I love the game, and I can’t stand by and see this kind of parade of incompetence diminishing the game and making us laughing stocks,” he said. “I’d like to think we have a future, but there has to be a very significant change. There has been no evidence of that. How bad does it have to get before these people say, we’re going to give someone else a chance to do the job better than we are?” When asked if there was hope, Jones immodestly claimed he had the answers and that it wouldn’t be too challenging to turn the teams’ fortunes around. He said the simple solution was to sack the current administration, employ people who had history and knowledge in the game, conduct an open selection process for the coaching position and give the new coach free reign and a blank slate for choosing the team. “If we advertised there would be a stack of people who would want to do the job,” Jones said.

“That’s not the only problem, but of course the fish stinks from the head.”

“It wouldn’t be difficult to turn this around. When I say difficult; two weeks, three weeks?

Jones said the second problem was with the selection of coaches, the third, a new trend to play the ball on the ground and the fourth, a squandering of talent and general disregard of qualified opinion.

“One of the problems with Australian Rugby now is that it has gone so far, you’d have to get rid of a lot of these people to un-coach them. But there are plenty of people ready to step up and take their place.”

THE ARCADE

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TATTERSALL’S ARCADE TENANTS INCLUDE: • AG Designer Jeweller • Canturi • Dello Mano •E SQ Male Grooming

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Tattersall’s Arcade welcomes New Zealand menswear brand Rodd & Gunn. To open in July. Rodd & Gunn is synonymous with quality, while taking its inspiration from New Zealand’s picturesque landscape. Their philosophy is to create classic garments imbued with contemporary style and designed to stand the test of time. The result is a range with integrity sewn into every seam and quality garments which will remain favourites for years to come. And while the range might be diverse, the benchmark for every Rodd & Gunn product is uncompromising quality. Book in for your style session today. Phone: 3211 8045 / Located: Shop 15/215 Queen Street, Brisbane, Queensland / Open from July 2019.

• Hunt Leather • Ichiban • Lannah Dunn • Longchamp • Marchetti • Optiko • Queen St Physio • Robert’s Menswear • Rodd & Gunn (Opening in July 2019) • St.George Bank • Vodafone View the complete directory of Tenants at www.tattersallsclub.com.au/arcade

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This mid-year event has grown in popularity every year, so why not surprise your office with a fun treat to celebrate End of Financial Year and all your teams’ achievements to date. You can select from our online range of Signature Dello Mano Luxury Brownie gift boxes, hampers and cakes. We can share the brownie love with your team Australia-wide, as we deliver to the door nationally.

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An Evening With Alan Jones – David Pierce, Dennis Flanagan, Graeme Fry.

ANZAC Day Luncheon – Adam Atkins and Louise Chappell.

Business Lunch With Geoff Hogg – Geoff Hogg and Mark Greer.

An Evening With Alan Jones – Penny Edwards, Ella King, Marguerite Darbishire.

ANZAC Day Luncheon – Janine Jeffereys, Tristan Swanwick and Jill Swanwick.

Business Lunch With Geoff Hogg – Rod Andersen and John Woodhouse.

ANZAC Day Luncheon – Guest Speaker, Colonel Andrew Moss.

Business Lunch With Geoff Hogg – Matthew Freney and Mark Curtain.

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An Evening With Alan Jones – Tony Lederle and Norma Lederle.

ANZAC Day Luncheon – John Chad, Chris Kane, Marcus Randall, Steve Mccrohon, Dave Garratt and Mick Roehr.

Mothers’ Day High Tea Elaine Anderson, Sherell Beijnon.

An Evening With Alan Jones – Les Thornton, John Rigby, Mike Evans.

Mothers’ Day High Tea - Ben Johnson, Thea Johnson, Marilyn Liston, Taylor Wilkinson and Natalie Wilkinson.

Mothers’ Day High Tea - Green Family.

EVENTS

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Keep up-to-date online with the latest schedule of Tattersall’s events at www.tattersallsclub.com.au/events *Events are subject to change without notice

JUNE

12th June

14th June

22nd June

Fashion High Tea with Wintergarden

Whisky Masterclass with Bladnoch

Tattersall’s Tiara Race Day

JULY

12th July

20 th July

26 th July

30th July

Tattersall’s Club Wine Expo

Triple M Rocks Tattersall’s Race Day

Christmas in July

An Evening With Chris Fagan

AUGUST

6th August

16 th August

17 th August

21st August

Senior Members Lunch

Business Lunch

Winter Ball

An Evening with Brendan Nelson

AUGUST

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23 rd August

1st September

Whisky Masterclass with Moet Hennessy Fathers’ Day Carvery

Monday 2nd September to Friday 6 September Landscape Art Prize Week

BOOKINGS - To book, go to www.tattersallsclub.com.au/events or call 07 3331 8888.

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EVENTS CENTRE NEWS 1. International Women’s Day Lunch at Tattersall’s Club 2. International Women’s Day Lunch at Tattersall’s Club 3. lululemon Queen Street Mall

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WHAT IS LULULEMON’S PURPOSE? The purpose of lululemon is to elevate the world by unleashing the full potential within every one of us. Our vision is to be an experiential brand that ignites a community of people living the sweatlife.

WHAT KIND OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES DOES LULULEMON PROVIDE? lululemon was born from a love of daily sweat, the desire to innovate technical athletic gear and to build communities empowering people to find their practice on and off the mat. We have technical apparel that will work for you, from yogis to runners, cross-trainers, beach goers and cyclists. We also offer the gift of yoga and other community classes to our guests at each and every store worldwide. If you work out in Brisbane’s CBD, chances are you’ve been in a class with someone from our lululemon team.

WHAT MAKES LULULEMON SO UNIQUE ACROSS THE SPORTING AND APPAREL INDUSTRY, PARTICULARLY IN THE EYES OF WOMEN? We have a unique, community led approach that starts in every store. We build authentic relationships with our guests and local

ambassadors to create a collective of people who are united in the choice of an active and mindful lifestyle. We do have a lot of inspiring women working for us and as ambassadors in our community. We love the fact that we can create a community that supports them in realising their vision and achieving their goals.

HOW WAS YOUR RECENT INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY EVENT HOSTED AT THE TATTERSALL’S CLUB? We hosted an event at Tattersall’s Club to celebrate local women in our community. We hand chose a variety of business owners, philanthropists, mothers and other community members to come together and celebrate women in the work of gender equality the other 364 days of the year. We had a beautiful brunch provided by Tattersall’s Club and we shared in conversation about the significance of female empowerment and how we bring this to life daily. What made the event even more special was having Genevieve Fraser address the group to discuss the significance of her being one of Tattersall’s Club’s first female Members. As the wife of the Club’s President, she also shared with us some context behind the female Member vote. Every woman left the event that day feeling inspired to continue the conversation of equality for each of us.

WHAT DOES INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY MEAN TO LULULEMON? We empower women every day. Whether that includes elevating a community of people or creating experiences to excite our guests, we want everyone living their best life. Honouring International Women’s Day gives us the opportunity to raise awareness and highlight equality and inclusivity issues that we stand for, such as the gender pay gap that exists across the world.

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADDITIONAL AND UPCOMING CHARITY EVENTS THAT SUPPORT THE EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN? We want to keep the conversation of #theother364 going throughout the year. We’ll be continuing to celebrate the men and women who are in the big and small work of gender equality every day. You can find these stories at lululemon.com.au

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UPCOMING EVENTS

+ TATTERSALL’S CLUB AND MERCEDES-BENZ TOOWONG LANDSCAPE ART PRIZE Q and A with Art Prize Curator Bernie Hollett The Tattersall’s Club and MercedesBenz Toowong Landscape Art Prize is fast approaching, can you tell us more about the event and what to expect this year? This year celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Tattersall’s Club and Mercedes-Benz Toowong Landscape Art Prize, with 90 prominent Australian landscape artists represented in the exhibition. The Art Prize is now the feature of Art Week at Tattersall’s Club held the first week of September. Many social functions are organised for the week. The exhibition is then dismantled and taken to a public venue at Riverside Centre for a fortnight, during which members of the public can enjoy the display.

This year, Tattersall’s Club and Mercedes-Benz Toowong Landscape Art Prize celebrates its 30th anniversary. Can you tell us how the event has evolved over the years. In 1990 the first award was held for one week at the Club. There was no specific theme and the judging was held in the Grace Brothers Transport Depot. Gordon Shepherdson was the winner on that occasion with his work Leaving the Garden. In the second year, the Club decided to focus on the landscape for the national prize. Over the

last 29 years, there have been many prominent entrants such as Margaret Olley, John Perceval, Charles Blackman, John Coburn, Gloria Petyarre, Lin Onus and Queensland lumineries such as Irene Amos, Lawrence Daws, Ray Crook and the very popular Darcy Doyle and John Rigby. The prize has now evolved into a true national award, attracting artists from every state and territory. The award is an invitational prize and artists are selected on their artistic merit, consistent award winning exhibitions and private and public acquitisitons. The artists are usually mid career to senior artists.

Tattersall’s Club and MercedesBenz Toowong Landscape Art Prize continues to attract top Australian artists. Do you have any words of wisdom about the Landscape Art Prize and which artists to look out for this year? Buy what you would like to hang on your office or home walls and see every day and enjoy what you see. My caution would be don’t buy a painting because a colleague or friend has bought work by a certain artist unless you also enjoy the artist’s work. If you are collecting artwork by a particular artist, then try to choose work from each period in the artist’s career.. Abstract works are sometimes less obvious in their subject matter, but the clever use of colour, shape and composition completes a picture but means different things to different viewers. Modern works can be minimal and the viewer is left to explore the possibilities beyond the canvas or paper.

What kind of opportunities have been presented to you as an Art Curator and what do you forcast for the future of the Tattersall’s Club and MercedesBenz Toowong Landscape Art Prize? The first art exhibition I organised was in 1978. A small exhibition of local artists - a sell out! I realised how important it was for artists to bring their artwork to the market. I started my own art promotions business and have continued to promote artists for the last 40 plus years. I have had the opportunity to help artists in a small way to achieve a public profile, to increase their sales potential and grow their careers. That has been a very humbling experience for me and a huge honour. Tattersall’s Club and Mercedes-Benz Toowong Landscape Art Prize has been a wonderful experience for me, both professionally and personally. The Club has showed tremendous support of the visual arts by continuing its Art Prize to its 30th year. Many art awards do not enjoy this longevity and it has been a great honour that I have been able to assist the Club over the last 29 years to reach this year’s 30th milestone. Tattersall’s Club and Mercedes-Benz Toowong Landscape Art Prize is a national art competition, which is very popular with artists all over the country. The landscape theme is timeless, its interpretation endless. I see a great future for landscape art in its many forms, for it is the spirit of place, the connection to the land, ancient and new, spaces, places and people which inspires artists to paint the landscape.

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Art Prize Evening Tour with Curator Bernie Hollett

Healy Room From 10am $55 per person

Members’ Bar 5pm to 7pm WEDNESDAY 4 SEPTEMBER

Tapas menu available after

Art Prize Awards Cocktail Party Members’ Bar From 6pm $50 per person

FRIDAY 6 SEPTEMBER

Charity Lunch

In support of the Country Women’s Association From 12pm $95 per person

BOOKINGS PHONE 3331 8886

Friday Night Live Jazz Members’ Bar From 5pm

MEMBER FOCUS

1. Gaetano Savini and Derek Barlow 1972 2. Model Derek Barlow 3. Derek Barlow and daughter Georgia

+ MEMBER FOCUS DEREK BARLOW A worldly suit tailor and business mastermind The story behind one of Brisbane’s most well-known and established suit houses, Tony Barlow began with Tony and Derek and four friends leaving their hometown of Perth to experience life in London. From driving vintage blue Jaguars with the lads and selling cash registers to working as a suit tailor in Italy and experiencing life as an international model, Derek Barlow’s business defining adventure alongside his brother, Tony is unlike any other. Now 79, Derek reminisces on his breakthrough moment when he met Brioni’s co-founder, Mr Savini. He walked into Cecil Gee, where Derek was working at the time and after introducing himself in Italian, as Derek speaks it fluently, Mr Savini offered Derek a job in Rome. “I’ll always remember walking into Brioni’s flagship store in Via Barberini in Rome, 1971 to apply for the job his son-in-law offered me a year earlier”. It wasn’t a direct move to London that lead to the launch of a successful career in fashion and business venture for Derek who was working as a cash register salesman, while his brother Tony worked for the highly coveted ‘Cecil Gee’ clothing group. “We lived in an apartment in Chelsea and I used to have to cart these big, heavy cash registers into the shop while Tony would come home all dressed up, and whenever I got home I’d say ‘this is ridiculous’ and Tony would say ‘This is fantastic’. So, I walked into another Cecil Gee’s shop, said hello and got the job. Tony was in one shop and I was in another, and that’s how we started in fashion in London.” Leveraging this experience, Tony eventually moved back home to Perth where he pioneered

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the Tony Barlow brand while Derek continued to explore the world of fashion. “One of the more memorable moments in 1972 was a voyage on the Michelangelo, a first-class liner of that era. We travelled from Genoa to New York and held on-board fashion shows daily for all the passengers, who were mostly affluent Americans. Then there was Venice, Bangkok and Manila where we were invited guests on President Marcos and Imelda’s private island. It was quite an experience for me.” Derek was in constant communication with his brother Tony, who invited him to return home and join in on the Tony Barlow business. From there the stores grew exponentially between 1982 and 1989. Soon after, the pair realised that they had grown too big, too soon and had to sell their stores. Fortunately, Derek had the opportunity to buy the Queensland operation on his own and to this day, with the help of his daughter Georgia, ensures the store is aligned to their valueconscious ethos. “Tony still has his store in Perth, I have mine, and we still talk to each other every day. He’s happy and I’m happy.”

Q & A with Derek How long have you been a Member of the Club and what influenced your decision to join? My first involvement with Tattersall’s was in 1989 when I came to Brisbane with my family after I bought the Queensland Tony Barlow Menswear operation. I was the guest of Robert Gauld, a well-known fellow menswear retailer and long-time Club Member. He introduced me to a weekly poker game in the Club mezzanine level. I was part of that group for many years until it morphed into a weekly Snooker game, which is still active today. I became a full Tattersall’s Member in 2006, when Michael Cassidy, a passionate Tattersall’s Committee Member at that time, persuaded me to join.

Do you belong to any Interest Groups at Tattersall’s? If so, which one’s? I belong to the Snooker and Golf Interest Groups. I really enjoy both groups and participate in their Annual Championships (Having won 2 Golf Oscars and 2 Runnerups in the doubles Snooker comps with Michael Cassidy).

What is your favourite Club event? My favourite Club events would be the Melbourne Cup Calcutta and lunch and the Tattersall’s Club and Mercedes-Benz Toowong Black Tie Boxing evening. Both are really enjoyable and a great way to mingle with Members and guests. Derek is a proud Club Member and offers all Tattersall’s Members a “VIP” 10% discount on all purchases, including sale item, on their range of fine suits and clothing at their Brisbane store.

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WEDDING NEWS

+REAL WEDDINGS MEET TATTERSALL’S WEDDING PLANNER How many weddings have you planned at Tattersall’s and have there been any stand out moments for you?

Lara Nicholls

I have currently organised a total of 57 weddings in just under the 3 years I have been working here at Tattersall’s. There have been so many that have stood out, one of my favourites was when the bridal party performed a choreographed dance for 15 minutes! It was amazing.

What makes a wedding at Tattersall’s so unique compared to other wedding venues?

I love when couples get creative and add their own unique flare to their special day.

I think the style and design alone is something you cannot find anywhere else in Brisbane. I love being able to share such a beautiful venue with our couples and their family and friends. We also have an incredible team of staff who are dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensure that your day is everything that you dreamed it could be.

What does the perfect wedding look like to you in terms of decoration and coordination? The perfect wedding for me is one that tells the story about the couple! I love when they get creative and add their own unique flare to their special day. Something as simple as a cake topper, centrepieces or even wedding favours. As for coordination, nothing is more perfect than running to schedule.

What is your best advice to brides and grooms who are feeling overwhelmed by all of the planning that a wedding involves? Create a timeline and checklist! It can be quite daunting with the amount of work that is put in front of the couple for planning a wedding. Having a checklist each month makes for an easier and more time efficient process. Oh and don’t forget to have fun!

What kind of services do you provide to couples who are choosing to get married at Tattersall’s Club? Some couples don’t need as much assistance as others however I can help with recommending wedding suppliers, putting schedules together, arranging menu tastings, creating floor plans and coordinating with our amazing Food & Beverage Team and Chefs.

How can couples interested in having their wedding at Tattersall’s get in touch with you to find out more? Any platform really! Whether it be a phone call, email, Facebook message or even an Instagram DM! I am always here to help. Contact Tattersall’s Weddings today. Call 07 3331 8866 or email: weddings@tattersallsclub.com Facebook: Tattersall’s Weddings Instagram: @tattersallsweddings

Tattersall’s weddings is your all-inclusive wedding venue offering a unique location for both your ceremony and reception in the heart of Brisbane’s CBD.

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Packages start from $125pp with an extensive range of inclusions. Enjoy complimentary accommodation for your wedding night and first anniversary in one of our Executive Rooms.

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FINE JEWELLERY SPRING AUCTION EXQUISITE COLLECTION OF JEWELLERY To be hel d i n t he Te mpl e t on Room, Ta t t ers a l l ’s C lub, 215 Que e n St re e t , Br i sbane Mo nda y ev ening, Se pt e mbe r 2 at 6.30pm I ns pect sal e day f rom 11am We are inviting consignments for our Spring and Christmas auctions to be held at Tattersall’s Club Brisbane. Please contact us for an obligation free appraisal of jewellery, watches, gold coins and bullion, valuable loose gems and more.

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HEALTH AND WELLNESS

TIME TO RETHINK YOUR NUTRITION STRATEGY? What you eat plays a massive role in the results you get from your training.

your own tastes. After your workout, the caloric burn continues throughout the day.

Remember that old adage – fuel in, fuel out. Well, yes but now that you’re serious about your fitness goals, you need to make sure you talk with your Personal Trainer about which diet plan best suits your health and weight loss needs.

METAFIT (HIIT) runs 4 times a week on our current Tattersall’s Health and Wellness Centre Group Fitness timetable.

If you have any specific dietary needs or chronic illness, you may need to see a Nutritionist or Dietician to get your diet tailored specifically to your individual needs.

BE ACTIVE EVERY DAY! Cardio exercise is needed for heart health and weight training is required to keep your muscles and bones strong and healthy. A combination of both types of training should be used in your weekly fitness regime, as well as incorporating incidental exercise where you can, such as walking up and down the stairs instead of using lifts. If you are trying to lose weight, consider a highintensity interval training (HIIT) workout. HIIT allows you to achieve the benefits of traditional endurance training in a fraction of a time and the best part is you can tailor the workouts to

LACKING MOTIVATION? This is where some of us fall down in our attempts to get fit, healthy and happy. If you need that extra push, the accountability and the freedom to leave the planning to someone else, then a Personal Trainer is the right investment for you. Often overlooked and undervalued, the right trainer can make the right difference in your life.

RECOVERY IS IMPORTANT TOO! Recovery is multifaceted and includes techniques and actions taken to maximize your body’s repair. These include hydration, nutrition, posture, heat, ice, stretching, self-myofascial release, stress management, compression, and time spent standing versus sitting versus lying down. Recovery also involves chemical and hormonal balance, nervous system repair, mental state, and more. For most, the goal should not be set for perfection, but to prioritise life and maximise performance without personal sacrifice.

To book a Fitness Consult or to schedule Personal Training sessions, contact the Health and Wellness Centre on 07 3331 8877 or email healthcentre@tattersallsclub.com

4 TIPS FOR ADHERING TO YOUR FITNESS REGIME 1. Set yourself goals Setting yourself a health and fitness goal is great. Setting yourself a goal using the SMART principle is even better. Goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and timely increases the likelihood of achieving your goal. 2. Establish Routine Success does not come from perfection, it comes with consistency. Establishing a routine is crucial to being consistent. Scheduling in your diary set times to make it into the gym in addition to informing your friends, family and coworkers of your goals can help keep you on track and accountable to your fitness routine. 3. Hire a Fitness Professional Starting your health and fitness journey can be daunting but the trainers at the Health and Wellness Centre are here to help. Upon joining Tattersall’s Health and Wellness Centre you will receive a complimentary initial consult and personal training session. Our trainers will then design a program based on SMART goals and run the Member through their program with a free session. If, however, you find it hard to stay consistent and accountable, we have a range of affordable Personal Training options. 4. Give Group Fitness a Go Tattersall’s Health and Wellness Centre offers 20 different group classes for Members of all fitness levels. These classes are open to Tattersall’s Members, friends, family and work colleagues. Grab a timetable from reception, or find it on our website and chat to our trainers to find the perfect class for you.

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+M EMBER FOCUS NATASHIA RADFORD What duties does a Race Day Judge perform at the track?

Did you have a mentor who taught you how to judge?

Everything from checking the horse’s saddlery (vital in a tight finish) to ensuring the jockeys are wearing the correct silks and changing any caps for similar/duplicate of colors. I also notify the race caller of any late changes.

In my earlier days while undertaking my NSW traineeship it was Jared Dorington and our own Josh Fleming (Qld’s chief race caller). Since moving to Melbourne & judging more regularly it’s under the guidance of Paul Eagen (Vic’s chief Judge). Due to my excellent mentors my skill set has improved tremendously.

I also need to learn all the horse’s names and jockey silks for every race and record the order and margins as the horses cross the line by sight as camera equipment does fail on occasion or you encounter hidden heads at the finish.

Do you have any prior duties to a Race Day and if so, what are they?

Additionally, in jumps racing, recording any falls or stumbles, which unfortunately can result in the eventual banning of that particular horse racing again.

My preparation for a race meeting starts days earlier, studying the guide, checking race nominations, scratching’s, jockey changes and preparing my judging sheets for the upcoming race day.

What has your racing career to date looked like?

What is it about horse racing that makes it such a big part of your life?

My career has taken me to the UK, France, Italy and Hong Kong. It’s been an interesting ride. I’ve experienced afternoon tea with the Governor- General, discussions about Winx’s next preparation at Kensington Palace (UK) with Debbie Kepitis, to judging at Australia’s oldest ongoing jumps race (Coleraine).

It’s a family affair! Both my father – Marcus Hamill (Tattersall’s Member) & Grandfather Terry Hamill (Tattersalls Member), had me reading the form guide at a young age.

A fairy tale to be honest. Racing Victoria have provided me with so much opportunity ranging from judging status country races to assisting at group metro races.

On the occasion when I am not judging, you can either find me riding my retired racehorse Boo or attending the races socially and following Fashions on the Field.

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Mixed with my love of riding horses; it was only natural that racing would always be part of my life.

How does it feel to be the first female Race-Day judge in Victoria? A great honour and I encourage my fellow sisters to get out there and pursue the career of your dreams. Hard work and determination does pay off, believe me!

What is it about Brisbane Tattersall’s Club that that made you want to join? A club with a steep history of horse racing and with the opening now to Female Members, I love that I can now be part of this Club with my family members.

With the number of events and activities happening at Tattersall’s Club throughout the year – which one are you most looking forward to? I would love to attend the Father Daughter Evening, as well as the Black Tie boxing event (to be honest I’ve never attended a boxing event, so I’m not sure what to expect!)

As an interstate Member what are your plans for utilising the Club? Attend the social events that I can when in Queensland, and enjoy the benefits of the reciprocal clubs, especially with an upcoming trip to Africa next week.

Do you have any tips for the upcoming Winter Racing Carnival? I fancy Matt Cumani Declares War, Princess Jenni and Etana.

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FROM THE ARCHIVES

THE FIRST LADY MEMBERS… NOT REALLY! By Michael O’Shea The Life Members Board in the Committee Room proudly diplays the names of 74 persons elected to Life Membership of the Club, commencing with ‘Buzi’ Bentley in 1888 and concluding (so far) with our most recent honouree Scott McAlpine in 2018. Notably amongst the 74 are two entries ‘A.Reeve 1917’ and ‘J.Batten 1934.’ Both were notable not only for their great achievements at the time, but more so for the fact that they were both women. Ada Reeve was born in London in 1874 into a showbiz family. From child prodigy, she rose to be the most outstanding musical and stage performer of her time, starring in gala West End productions such as ‘All Aboard’, ‘Babes in the Wood’ and her specialty pantomime ‘Aladdin’. Regaled throughout the world for her talent and charm, she was brought out to Australia by J.C. Williamson before Federation in 1897, on the first of four Australian tours. She played to packed houses and received rave reviews in all states. She warmly credited Australia with launching her long successful career. Ada’s second season in Australia was in 1914, at the time war was declared. On her return to Britain, she worked tirelessly for the Red Cross and dedicated herself to assisting the troops with a particular soft spot for the ANZAC forces. She turned over her house on the Isle of Wight for use as a military hospital and in 1915 she played a three week season in Cairo, entertaining Commonwealth troops prior to their embarcation to the Middle East. The ANZAC Buffet (AB) and Residential Club was a legendary institution in London, providing free meals and shelter for ANZAC troops on leave from the Front and some certainly recovering from ghastly war injuries. In 1917, Ada Reeve heard that the buffet was in imminent danger of closing due to lack of funds imposed by the British authorities. She embarked on an immediate campaign to raise money and save the ‘AB’ and she kicked off with a generous personal donation. Despite the danger of foreign travel she returned to Australia in April 1917 opening at the

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1. Ada Reeve 2. Jean Batten

Melbourne Tivoli. She then went on to play to packed houses in the Sydney and Brisbane Tivoli theatres in June, July and August. Fundraising was at all times her principle intent and in every centre she played she made a special effort to visit and entertain wounded returned soldiers in the various Military Hospitals. She became affectionately known amongst the troops as ‘ANZAC Ada.’ She regarded Gentlemens’ racing clubs as a special ‘soft touch’! For her money raising activities and for her great philanthropic work she was made an Honorary Life Member of The Victoria Club and Sydney Tattersall’s. Brisbane Tattersall’s Club quickly followed suit and she was elevated to the status of Honorary Life Member on 20 August 1917 whereupon President Justice James Blair presented her with a handsome gold medal described thus by the Daily Mail: ‘The medal’, which is a very handsome one, is emblematic of Queensland in the shape of a pineapple. On the top face of the medal are engraved the words.”Tattersall’s Club, Queensland,” and underneath is inscribed “Miss Ada Reeve elected Hon. Member. 20th August, 1917.” On the reverse side is the inscription “Presented by the Members of Tattersall’s Club in appreciation of her energy in obtaining funds in Australia for the ANZAC Club and Buffet, London.” Ada Reeve raised in excess of £14,000 for the cause. Post war she twice more toured Australia and on retirement from the stage she starred in a number of motion pictures, the last of which was in 1954. She died peacefully in London in 1966 aged 92. Further reading. ANZAC Ada Reeve The soldiers’ friend. Martina Lipton pdf UQ e space. Jean Batten (1909-1982) was New Zealand’s most famous aviator/aviatrix. She was inspired by the deering-do feats of the early pioneer aviators and one of her early mentors was Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith. He took her up on one of her earliest flights and gave her two pieces of sagely advice both of which she duely ignored…‘Never

fly at night and never try to compete with men!’ She learnt to fly in England in the late 1920’s and her aim was to fly to Australia in record time. She prevailed upon several gentlemen friends to purchase her first aeroplane, a Gypsy Moth and thereafter finance her adventure. In April 1934 she embarked on her first solo attempt to fly to Australia. This escapade ended in disaster as she crashed in a sandstorm in Karachi. Her second attempt the same month also ended in failure with her again crashing having run out of fuel outside Rome. Third time was lucky flying a ‘new’ secondhand Gypsy Moth sponsored by C.C.Wakefield & Co (Castrol Oil). She successfully completed the long trip to Darwin in 14 days 22 hours beating Amy Johnson’s time by some four days and eclipsing Bert Hinkler’s time by several hours. She was glamourous to a tee and reports at the time noted that she used her femme fatale to her great advantage always carrying an elegant silk gown in her luggage. Her Brisbane itinerary for June 18 1934 comprised some seven engagements commencing with a Civic Reception at City Hall at 10.30am and concluding with Dinner and a Dance with the Aeroclub at the Bellevue Hotel at 9pm. Lunch was provided at Tattersall’s Club at 1pm. She was presented with a gold and silver Life Membership badge by the Club President Mr Bill Healy who stated “Miss Batten’s flight record had impressed admirers of courage and endurance throughout the world’. Jean Batten went on to set many more aviation records in her Percival Gull monoplane up to the outbreak of World War 2 when her plane was commissioned by the NZ Air Force and she ceased flying. This very plane (pictured in ‘Friendship is Life’ on page 149) can be seen today suspended from the ceiling of the Auckland International terminal which is named in her honour. She never married and retired to Majorca where she died as a recluse in 1982. Who will be Tattersall’s Club next female Life Member… only time will tell!

FOOD AND BERVERAGE NEWS

Meet Shawn Stanley – Member’s Food and Beverage Service Manager

Congratulations on your recent promotion to Member’s Food and Beverage Service Manager. Thank you, I feel it is a privilege to be given the opportunity to become the Food and Beverage Service Manager and move forward in a workplace that I value. I look forward to meeting the challenges ahead and providing high service to the Tattersall’s Members. The Club has such a sense of community, not just in the Membership base but within the staff, which has created special moments where I have been able to be a part of and witness the friendships and family dining experience that is Tattersall’s Club.

How long have you been working at Tattersall’s Club and what are your main duties? I have worked at Tattersall’s Club for 13 years now with my main duties including the creation

+FOOD AND BEVERAGE NEWS of a unique dining experience and guiding the Member’s through their dining experiences in both the Healy Room and Member’s Dining Room. I continue to work closely with the Cellarmaster Luke and Chef Pete and his team to produce an exciting wine list and menus that Members can enjoy.

Are there any upcoming events that Members should look out for? Upcoming events that I am excited to be a part of includes an all-time Club favourite, the Christmas in July Dinner Dance which is occurring on Friday 26th of July, where you can bring your family and friends to the Member’s Dining Room, enjoy a festive meal and a fun filled night of entertainment. The always thought provoking “An Evening With…” events will be occurring throughout winter consisting of an evening with Anthony Siebold on the 4th of June, An Evening with Chris Fagan on the 30th July and An Evening with Dr Brendan Nelson AO on the 21st of August.

What can we expect for the new winter menu? We have our June monthly special which is a gourmet pie starting on Monday the 3rd of June. This will change weekly and will reflect wholesome, local, Queensland produce and the modern menu that we have created that is unique to Tattersall’s. Furthermore, my personal favourites on our upcoming winter menu include our braised lamb shank and Thai orange and chilli beef curry dishes. Expect some great weekly specials from our expert chef team and do not hesitate to ask our friendly wait staff for what is on offer.

Are there any Member offers you are offering for winter? Throughout winter we have some hearty monthly specials including the gourmet pies in June, slow cooked winter warmer meals in July and of course we will be celebrating local Queensland beef and the best of Queensland’s farming produce during August in conjunction with the Ekka.

Tattersall’s Cellar

Upcoming Specials & Events RRP

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June 2017 Vasse Felix Premier Sauvignon Blanc Semillon 2016 Mt Difficulty Bannockburn Pinot Noir 2015 Best Sparkling Red

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July White Wine Red Wine Sparkling Wine

2017 SuckFizzle Chardonnay 2014 Suck Fizzle Cabernet Savignon Fox Creek “The Vixen” Sparkling Shiraz/Cab/Sav/Cab/Franc

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2016 Art Series Chardonnay 2014 Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon Mumm Grand Cordon

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Upcoming Tasting Tables

Save the Date! Upcoming Cellar Events

Friday 7 June Friday 21 June Friday 5 July Friday 26 July Friday 16 August Friday 30 August

Friday 14 June Whisky Master Class with Bladnoch Friday 12 July Tattersall’s Wine Expo Experience Friday 23 August Whiskey Master Class with Moet Hennessy

Oatley Fine Wine Merchants The Wine Company Bacchus Wine Merchant Paradox Wines Wine and Hammer Twelve Bottles

Contact our Cellar Master 07 3331 8859 | cellar@tattersallsclub.com

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Upcoming Events An Evening With

Chris Fagan Senior Coach of the Brisbane Lions. Played an integral role in Hawthorn’s 2008, 2013, 2014 and 2015 AFL premierships.

TUESDAY 30 JULY • 6:30PM --Members’ Bar --$99 per person includes a 3 course dinner and cash bar

Winter

BALL SAVE THE DATE SATURDAY 17 AUGUST Secure your place now!

Cocktail Masterclass

WWithINTER C OCKTAIL EDITION Tattersall's In House Mixologist Friday 7 June Friday 28 June Friday 26 July Friday 16 August Friday 30 August

Members’ Bar 6pm to 8pm $40 per person Cocktails included

Places are limited - Bookings are essential

An Evening With

Brendan Nelson Director of the Australian War Memorial and previous Australian Ambassador to Belgium, Luxembourg, the European Union and Nato.

WEDNESDAY 21 AUGUST • 6:30PM --Members’ Bar --$99 per person includes a 3 course dinner and cash bar

FATHERS’ DAY CARVERY SUNDAY 1 SEPTEMBER • $70 for adults • $45 for teens KIDS UNDER 12 EAT FREE

Bookings phone 3331 8886 38

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By Edward Profke

1. TMC’s Harald Goddartz 50th Bday at Tattersall’s. 2. TMC on the Great Ocean Road Victoria. 3. TMC at Freycinet Coles Bay. 4. Tenterfield Saturday night drinks. 5. TMC Birthday Celebration at Tatts.

A very warm welcome to all our new Tattersall’s Club Ladies and Gentlemen Members. It is great to see the many of you who have also joined us at Tattersall’s Motorcycle Club (TMC). Our 2019 TMC year kicked off in February with a spirited ride to the new Flying Bean Café in the Gold Coast Hinterland of Beechmont. Our route took us through Canungra Valley, across a section of Mt Tamborine, then up and across the Beechmont mountain tops. Sweeping panoramic views surround this café which makes the ultimate view point to watch hang gliders and parasailers launch their wings. The month of March bought up our annual Tenterfield weekend escape which is always a very popular calendar event each year. The wet Saturday morning start did not deter the 16 strong line up of Members and Guests as we headed out through the Numinbah Valley stopping at one of our favourite destinations for lunch – Two Pines Café near The Natural Arch. Our route then took us through Murwillumbah, Lillian Rock, on to Kyogle, South to Casino then climbing up over the Girard State Forest Range and down into Tenterfield.

The weekend escape also marked the special occasion of TMC’s Committeeman, Harald Goddertz, 50th Birthday which was celebrated with true TMC spirit on the Saturday night over dinner and drinks. “Our Place” Restaurant and Bar which hosted us is a must do in the Northern Rivers region. TMC reached the shores of Tasmania in April as four of us set out on a 13 day two wheel adventure escape around the island. Before heading across Bass Straight we started with a warm up route of The Great Ocean Road with an overnight stay in Port Campbell. After docking in Devonport our coast to coast escape route of Tassie took us to Stanley, Cradle Mountain, Strahan, Hobart, Freycinet Coles Bay, St Helens, Launceston, then back to Devonport for the ship home. Our routes were carved out through the stunning remote country roads of Tassie encapsulating the most naturally beautiful regions of the island. Our accommodation was as diverse as Tasmania itself from heritage listed homes and cottages through to modern day, just as our restaurant

venues were in hosting the finest local produce and wines. With the Tassie trip such a memorable highlight the destination of New Zealand has already been floated as the offshore escape for 2020. In late April we honour the late Tattersall’s and TMC Member, John Herbert, with a memorial ride to Mapleton and lunch. May brings up our Ravensbourne Hampton ride then lunch in Maleny making the June half year point on our TMC Calendar. An invitation is open to all to join us at any TMC social event, be it on two wheels or four. AMICITIA VITA EST Friendship is Life… is TMC… is Tattersall’s Club. To join the Motorcycle Interest Group, please contact motorcycle@tattersallsclub.com

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+MOTOR CLUB By Edward Profke It is wonderful to see the Motoring Spirit strongly driving the Motor Group forward in 2019 as we prepare to launch our Calendar year of events in May. A groundswell of support has come with suggestions of events ranging from 4WD adventures, vintage motoring outings, sports car routes, European Marque outings through to driver training events and family days out. A note of thanks goes out to Motor Group Members Colin Creed, Serio Sarri, Troy Chaplin and Steve Coats and Peter Mathews who have all contacted me directly in support of taking the Club forward. The Motor Group was officially launched at Tattersall’s Club in October 2018 and was followed by the first outing on four wheels

later that month. The outing commenced with coffee hosted at the Mercedes-Benz Toowong Dealership then headed out through the Brisbane Valley region of Wivenhoe Dam. The final stage of the drive was up and across Mt Glorious to Cloverlea Cottage for brunch. This cottage is a converted dairy farm house and boasts sweeping views from its deck out over Brisbane from its Eastern point on Mt Glorious. The perfect destination for a day’s outing. The Motor Group comprises of every aspect and interest of motoring passions and is set to deliver wonderful experiences for all involved. Thanks and appreciation from all at the Motor Group goes out to Rowan Jamieson for

his hard work in forming and launching the Club. We look forward to Rowan’s ongoing involvement and input. To all those with the passion for four wheels: we look forward to a wonderful Club future. To join the Motor Interest Group please contact motoring@tattersallsclub.com or call Edward Profke directly on 0418 155 873

+SNOOKER CLUB By Tim Woolley The Snooker Club AGM and prize giving took place on 11 February when Jim Wicks received his trophies, as well as the runners up and those in B and C Grades mentioned previously. The C Grade Championship trophy was of course the new Ray Garske Memorial Trophy, and another addition was the shield donated by Neville Veal for the highest break, won by Peter Davies. Our annual dinner followed, much enjoyed by all as usual, and the traditional 9 Ball competition. Late February saw us embark on this year’s overseas trip to Singapore and Bangkok. Our first match was against the Singapore

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Cricket Club on Friday 22 February where an extremely sociable evening resulted in a clear victory for our hosts who were as generous in their hospitality as ever. The following day we played the Tanglin Club where their equally generous hospitality did not prevent us from scoring a decisive victory of 8 frames to 2. However, both matches were conducted in the amicable spirit we have come to expect from our friends in Singapore. Our next stop was in Bangkok where, on Monday 25, we played the Royal Bangkok Sporting Club at their splendid premises where their standard of play proved again too much for our team over the course of a wonderful afternoon and evening with them.

1. The teams at the Tanglin Club. 2. Jim Wicks receiving the Championship trophy.

To join the Snooker Interest Group, please contact michael@nct.com.au or call 0410 839 113 or 0413 620 228.

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1. Currumbin Swell Festival. 2. Kangaroo Point. 3. Stradbroke Island.

+ SHOOTERS CLUB

By Rod Anderson Rimfire Metallic Silhouette

The Shooters Interest Group is now an ‘Approved Club’ with the Queensland Police Service for category A (rimfire rifle and shotgun) and B (centrefire rifle). We now own our own Club firearms and have affiliated with the State body for rimfire events – Queensland Target Sports. In early April, seven of our Members undertook a written examination on the national rules for rimfire rifle and were practically assessed as Range Officers conducting a rifle range practice.

On 28 April 2019, we held our first rimfire metallic silhouette event at Belmont Shooting Complex using our own Range Officer. In the rimfire metallic silhouette event, the metal fallover targets are shot at four different distances out to 100m using sporting .22LR rifles. These targets are shaped as chickens (35m), pigs (55m), turkeys (70m) and rams (90m). We had great weather on 28 April for the 13 shooters that tried the rimfire metallic silhouette discipline.

+ RACQUETEERS CLUB

competition, with an undefeated streak of 9 successive finals wins, and a total winning record of 10 championships in all.

By Adrian Symons In the renascent days of the Racqueteers following a somewhat fallow period at the end of the 70’s, our patriarch Reg Kempnich decided that a competition would spice up our meetings, so the Regis Cup for the best singles player in the Club was born in 1981, and Norm Katter was the inaugural winner. In subsequent years the event was utterly dominated by Ron Hambleton, who clocked up wins on 19 occasions before age and the demands of singles play started to weary him and he gracefully retired from the fray with his legacy intact. His tennis shoes were neatly filled by Rick Rylands, who emerged from the Hambleton shadows to exert a similar supremacy in this

The thankless and vexing task of arranging players for each set during an afternoon falls on the valiant shoulders of court captain Kos Psaltis, who administers this role with fairness and firmness, always alert to the attempted machinations and manoeuvrings of those less scrupulous players (are there any?) seeking to manipulate arrangements to afford themselves the most favourable partners and opponents. However even Kos cannot claim any prescience in arranging a set recently which saw the founder of the Regis Cup, its first winner, and the two most dominant contestants in its history, all pitted against each other, a combination which no one can recall ever having happened before. Despite a considerable lapse of time since Norm Katter took pole position on the Regis Cup nameplate, his influence within the Racqueteers remains undimmed, having been reinforced by his generous donation of a handsome Waterford crystal tennis racquet as a trophy presented annually to the Member who best exemplifies the spirit of the Racqueteers, both on and off the court.

3 1. Brent and Lisa inspect the pig targets at 55m. 2. Larry with a sporting .22LR rifle. 3. Travis as the Range Officer delivers the safety brief.

To join the Shooters Interest Group please contact membership@tattersallsclub.com

1. Ron Hambleton, Norm Katter, Reg Kempnich and Rick Rylands recall the glory days of the Regis Cup.

The current winner is semi-retired Churchie teacher Russell Barker, who played with the Racqueteers a decade or so ago until the demands of teaching kept him off the courts, but his recent return was warmly welcomed by all, as he is an ever-amiable presence off the court, and a pleasure to play with or against on the court. He has undoubtedly enhanced our playing stocks, for he is a more than capable exponent of the game, but more importantly, he is a humble and engaging companion to us all, and is to be congratulated as a most worthy winner. To join the Raqueteers Interest Group, please contact asymons@bgwgroup.com.au or call 0400 210077.

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+ CYCLING CLUB By Milton Burrell Tattersall’s Cycling Club (TCC) caters for all levels of cycling fitness and ability and welcomes all Tattersall’s Members and Guests to ‘come ride with us.’ Wow, what a great start to the year which kicked off in February with our traditional start-of-year Tattersall’s ride and Club breakfast which saw 26 Members come out and ride the Brisbane to Wellington Point loop. March included our (delayed) AGM and social dinner. A fun night which showcased the TCC achievements and events throughout the 2018 year. Many thanks to those who attended and for returning to the TCC Committee for another year. Thank you! March also saw Eric Hewett, Nick Rudd and Milton Burrell ride the Ipswich 100. Nick cycled 160kms averaging 30kph while mere mortals Eric and Milton cycled the 100km version averaging around 28kph. Great job Nick, what a legend! April was Tour de Brisbane month with Brisbane hosting the inaugural international UCI World Series event and your Tattersall’s cycling team did the Club proud. There was a total of 1,591 riders across the 45km (Piccolo) and 110km (Gran Fondo) rides, 462 of these riders electing to exclude the Mt Coot-tha (MC) climb of around 9km. • Brad, Liz, Chris and John finished first in the Piccolo rides for their age group - well done! • Darren placed a very credible eighth in his group of 17 riders - great job Darren • Matt and Milton completed the 100km version (so no Coot-tha) climbing 1,050m in the process - both finishing first in their respective age groups - terrific! (see results table above) The 1,129 riders who rode 110km climbing a total of 1,400m: • A big well done to four of our guys; Wayne Fleming, Peter Robinson, Rick Green and

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Age Group

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Riders in class

Place

Brad Skelton

Piccolo

50-54