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6 Dining
Community Australia Day Dining • Summer Specials New Year’s Eve
10 Promotions
Entertainment
9 Canadian Club Skateboard 10 Christmas Raffles 11 Cash Housie, Bingo, Hoi, Mahjong, Poker and Raffles 24 Member’s Badge Draw
14 December Entertainment 16 January Entertainment 18 February Entertainment 19 Kids’ Entertainment 25 Live Entertainment
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Reports
President’s and CEO’s Reports
Ian McCann
President’s Report
CEO’s Report
Dear Members,
Dear Members,
Thank you to everyone that attended the Club’s General Meeting on 25 October. At the meeting we presented an update of the Club’s trading position which continues to track ahead of budget for 2010 and significantly ahead of our 2009 position. This is particularly pleasing given that much of the hospitality industry has been doing it tough this year.
It’s shaping up as a great couple of months to be a member of Wenty Leagues, with a packed calendar of activities over Christmas and New Year’s. Our famous Christmas Raffles started on 28 November and in just four weeks this year we will be giving members the chance to win more than $36,000 of prizes in our Toy, Seafood, Hamper and weekly Ham, Pork
Dave Brace
We have commenced planning for the first stage of development, which will start in early 2011. In the first stage we will focus on upgrading the capacity and quality of our car park as well as some internal works including a refurbishment of our existing main foyer and the construction of a larger internal children’s play area to replace the existing outdoor play area. As previously advised, it is our intention to stage the Club’s development in a fiscally prudent manner and as such the majority of these first stage works will be funded from the recent sale of our Parkes Street property in Parramatta as well as existing cash flow.
and Turkey Raffles.
Along with redevelopment of our main premises, the Board has committed to replacing the dilapidated stand on the Western side of Ringrose Park. On Monday 15 November we held a briefing session with members to outline our draft proposal and seek input into the project and I thank all those members that took the time to attend. As advised at the meeting, the project to construct a new stand will be staged over a number of years with the first stage to commence in late 2011 in order to be completed in time for the commencement of the 2012 season. Details of the proposal are placed onto the Club’s website if anyone would like to view them and make comment.
It has now been more than six months since Lucido was relaunched as Lucido Italian Restaurant. I am pleased to report that the new menu has been very well received with trade up more than 31% and on most weekends the restaurant is now fully booked. If you haven’t yet had a chance to sample the new menu, I recommend that you give the lamb shanks a try, it’s one of my favourite dishes.
On behalf of the Board I wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and New Year.
New Year’s Eve is shaping up as one of our best yet with two of Wenty’s most popular acts booked to perform. In the Starlight Room function we have secured one of Sydney’s most popular acts Abbalanche. This is sure to be a great night including a sumptuous three course meal. On the Lucido stage we’ve got Wenty favourites The Frocks and if you want to treat yourself before the show you can book a superb 5 star dinner in Lucido Italian Restaurant. Add to this plenty of party paraphernalia and the traditional walkthrough from the pipe band, it’s sure to be a memorable night.
Congratulations to all of Wenty’s successful sporting teams in 2010. Of particular note the Magpies won their second consecutive Bundaberg Red Cup defeating the Bankstown City Bulls. This capped off a memorable day for the Magpies with the A Grade side winning their 8th consecutive premiership defeating Cabramatta 44-30 in the inaugural Sydney Shield competition. I look forward to seeing you around the club.
Ian McCann President
Dave Brace Chief Executive Officer
Board of Directors
Ian McCann
Ken Darke
Tony Branson
Laurie Capovilla
Adam Cromack
Justin Isaacs
George Mumford
Trevor Simpson OAM
PRESIDENT
Vice PRESIDENT
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
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Community
In the Community Get to know your Board! Wenty Leagues Club has 8 directors, but many of you probably know little more about the members charged with overseeing the running of your club beyond their smiling faces adorning the wall of the foyer. So, to fill in the blanks your Editor will be spending a few minutes getting to know each of them over the next few issues. Tony Branson Director Any Rugby League supporter born prior to the 1970’s shouldn’t have too much trouble recognising the name Tony Branson. Born and bred in Nowra Tony grew up playing rugby league from the age of 9, before securing his spot as five-eighth with the Nowra Warriors as a teenager. At 20, Tony was chosen to represent Country for the first time in 1967 before going on to play for Australia on the Kangaroo tour that same year. Tony played in five games whilst on tour and upon returning to Australia was snapped up by the St George Dragons. During his time at St George, Tony was also a member of Australia’s 1968 World Cup Squad and played with Australia in the 1971 NZ tour as well as representing NSW and City. After retiring from Rugby League Tony moved to Wentworthville with partner Heather. One night whilst enjoying a quiet beverage at his new local club, Wenty Leagues, Tony ran into fellow Kangaroo team mate Keith (Boof) Campbell who just happened to be the then Wentworthville District Rugby League Football Club President. Upon Boof’s urging Tony soon found himself working with Wenty’s Rugby League sides and the following year was coaching the under 19s. It wasn’t long before Tony found himself on the Committee of the Wentworthville Junior Rugby League Football Club. In 2000 Tony was elected to the Board of Wenty Leagues Club and in 2004 was awarded Life Membership of the Junior Football Club. Tony only recently retired as President of the Juniors but continues to be involved with Wenty Rugby League, however these days it’s as a supporter and spectator. You’ll find him at most games across many different grades. Tony has two sons, a daughter and two grandsons. Favourite Show at Wenty – Col Joye (Australian Rock n Roll singer who had four consecutive national number 1 hits) Beverage of choice – VB NRL team – St George Illawarra Dragons (of course) Favourite meal at Wenty – Lemon Sole from Lawsons Bistro
3D TV Winners Laurie Capovilla Director
Congratulations to Sarabjeet Singh Kaira,
Born and raised in Griffith, Laurie moved out of the family home to live initially in Redfern before beginning his own family home in Greystanes in 1971 with wife Yvonne. Not long after moving to Greystanes Laurie began working at Wenty Leagues part time and also began playing rugby league with the Wenty Magpies. At the Leagues Club Laurie quickly became a floor supervisor and when his playing days finished he joined the board of the Wentworthville Rugby League Football Club. 1989 was a big year for Laurie. He was made a Life Member and elected President of the Football Club and was also elected to the Board of the Leagues Club.
Harold Lockhart, Patrick Muscat and Leanne Robertson who were the Club’s 3D TV Package winners back on Sunday 19 September. These four lucky winners each took home a Samsung 3D TV package valued at $5,000.
Laurie currently works as a State Sales Manager for a Brisbane-based office supplies company and when he’s not at work or in The Magpie Bar trying to back a winner you’ll find him enjoying a game of golf at Cumberland Golf Course. Laurie and Yvonne will celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary this coming February and have created somewhat of a Rugby League Dynasty at Wenty. Their three boys have been great players for the Magpies, with the youngest of the three retiring just last year. Darren, the eldest, played junior football for Wenty before playing representative football for Parramatta and Wests. Adam played junior and senior football for the Magpies, amassing over 300 games and was awarded life membership of both Football Clubs. Brad, the youngest of the boys, played his 315th game for Wenty last year and was also awarded life membership of both Football Clubs. Along with their three sons, Laurie and Yvonne have six grandkids – also all boys, so there’s a good chance that the Capovilla dynasty will continue into a third generation!
October General Meeting Feedback At our October General Meeting a question
Favourite Show at Wenty – Johnny O’Keefe, Little Patty and Don Lane were always great performers
was raised in relation to the times of our
Beverage of choice – VB
was changed to 7pm. This change was made
NRL team – I supported Souths after living at Redfern but I also follow Parramatta and Wests from when my boys played there.
in order to better service our members wishing
Favourite meal at Wenty – T-Bone steak from Lawsons Bistro! The Imperial Dragon Chinese restaurant also serves some great food.
shows are now able to dine in Lawsons
Saturday Night Starlight Room shows. In 2008 the starting time for our Saturday night shows
to dine in Lawsons as the bistro was becoming very congested between 7-8pm. By changing the show time to 7pm, members attending either before or after the show as well as allowing members not attending the show an opportunity to dine whilst the show is on.
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Community
In the Community Pink Ribbon Day
Men of League
Wenty Leagues staff were again at their generous best on Monday 25 October for Pink Ribbon Day. Staff donned all manner of pink uniform items from shirts through to pink ties and donated $524 on the day. Money raised from Pink Ribbon Day goes to the Cancer Council for breast cancer research, education and patient support programs.
Wenty Leagues recently provided a $20,000 CDSE grant to The Men of League Foundation. The Foundation supports former rugby league players, coaches, administrators, referees, officials and their families who have fallen on hard times. Club President Ian McCann was given the opportunity to view first hand the work of Men of League joining league legend Noel Kelly when they visited Peter Brennan of Prospect. Five years ago Peter fell from his roof and became a quadriplegic. While walking his dog he was fined $164 by the council ranger for not having his dog on a lead. As a result, Peter has not been able to walk his dog which was a daily ritual he cherished. Men of League stepped in to assist Peter by covering the cost of dog lessons so his dog will walk beside his wheelchair, enabling Peter to walk the dog again, and providing repairs to Peter’s wheelchair.
CareFlight
The Giving Tree
Through the CDSE program Wenty Leagues recently provided a grant of $11,000 to CareFlight. Based at Westmead Hospital, CareFlight provide rapid response critical care to the ill and injured. Their specially trained doctors, nurses and paramedics use helicopters, fixed wing aircraft and road ambulances to bring a hospital level of care to patients. CareFlight rely mostly on private funding for their life saving service.
The Giving Tree is your chance to brighten the life of someone less fortunate this Christmas. Pick up a gift tag from The Giving Tree and buy a person in need a special gift. Gifts donated will be delivered to Community Aid, Parramatta/Holroyd Family Support and the Church of Christ Community Care Crisis Centre. The giving tree is located at Wenty Leagues in the Lawsons Bistro area. You can choose a tag and return your gift to the tree. Alternatively, you can drop off your gift at Holroyd City Council. The gifts will be delivered in time for Christmas so please ensure you return your gift before Friday, 17 December 2010.
Director Adam Cromack and Vice President Ken Darke took a tour of the CareFlight facility with Meghan Long of CareFlight.
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President Ia n McCann an d league lege Kelly with Pe nd Noel ter Brennan.
AUSTRALIA DAY Wednesday, 26 JANUARY
Celebrate Australia Day with your family at Wenty. There will be entertainment for the young with the
Reptiles Rule Show Pat a Python, Touch a Turtle, Love a Lizard, Smile at a Crocodile
Shows at 12:30pm & 2.00pm – FREE for everyone
And entertainment for the ‘young at heart’ With Big Ben playing an acoustic set with all your favourite Aussie songs from 1:00pm – 5:00pm on The Lucido Stage.
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December SEAFOOD FEAST
Thai style crispy fried whole baby barramundi with homemade sweet chili sauce with steamed rice and garden salad
$17.00
Members Non Members $18.90
January Lobster Special Baked Lobster Mornay with chips & garden salad Half lobster price Full lobster price
$16.10
Members Non Members $17.90
$22.40
Members Non Members $24.90
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Feature Beer
XXXX Summer Bright Lager
XXXX Summer Bright Lager is XXXX’s latest release. It has been brewed to refresh thirsty drinkers on a hot day and keep that summer feeling alive all year round. It’s a bright lager, so it’s been filtered to produce a clean and clear, low carb and full-strength beer. Its fruity aroma and smooth hop character balance the light malt flavour to create a seriously thirst-quenching beer.
Kids Eat Free Mondays and Tuesdays in January Purchase one meal from the Lawsons Bistro advertised menu* and receive one kids meal free from the big kids or little kids menu choice. *Excludes daily member’s special, garlic bread, mixed garden salad
$4
Members Non Members $4.40
Extended due to popular demand
Kids meals must be for the consumption of a child.
Imperial Dragon Chine se R e s ta u r a n t
Come and experience some of Sydney’s finest Cantonese cuisine at the Imperial Dragon Chinese Restaurant. For more information or to make a booking, call reception on 8868 9200. Open 7days from 6pm & Lunch on Sunday from Noon The JOURNAL WENTY LEAGUES OCT/NOV 2010 • 7
Italian Restaurant
Wenty Mega-Pizza
Come in and try Lucido’s newest sensation, the mega 2 foot wood fired pizza. The new 2 foot MegaPizza is the equivalent of 3 individual pizzas, all for just $44.60*. Order with your choice of up to 3 different pizza toppings for plenty of variety. * Member price. Visitor price $49.50.
Kids Eat FREE Early Bird Special
Purchase 1 Main course, Pizza or Pasta and Receive 1 Kids meal FREE* Available Wednesday and Thursday evenings in December and January. Dine in Lucido and order between 5.30pm & 6.30pm to take advantage of this special *Dining must be finished by 7.15pm to be eligible for this offer.
Feature Wines for December & January Yellowglen Pink Jewel Piccolo A low joule option with strawberry notes and a citrus lift. Luscious and creamy with a clean finish
Yellowglen Yellow Jewel Piccolo A low joule option with soft tropical fruits wrapped in delicate bubbles and a clean finish. Price per Piccolo bottle $5.90 Members $6.50 Visitors
Yellowglen White 750mls Deliciously sweet and refreshing, tastes of ripe summer fruits such as grape and mango, with a touch of citrus to liven things up. Price per bottle $17.90 Members $19.90 Visitors
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8/12/10 @ 9am
26/1/11 @ 4pm
26/1/11 @ 7pm
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Christ mas Raffles Ham, Pork and Turkey Raffles 50 Prizes to be won each night WIN your choice of a leg of Ham (2xhalf legs), a leg of Pork or two Turkeys
Thursday, December 2, 9 & 16 Tickets on sale: 6-7.30pm Prize Draw: 7.30-8.30pm Either take your prize on the night or pick it up on Thursday 23 December from 12-6pm.
Monster Seafood Raffle 60 seafood feasts valued at nearly $4,000 to be won for Christmas Day, including a $300 seafood pack Major Prize.
Sunday, December 12 Tickets on sale: 4-6pm Prize Draw: 6-7pm Either take a voucher for the award winning Penrith Seafood at Wetherill Park on the night or select from a range of packages which can be collected from the Club on Christmas Eve, Friday 24 December from 12-6pm.
Monster Toy Raffles 2 BIG NIGHTS 160 Prizes valued at over $13,000 including two $500 major prizes to be won over 2 big nights.
Sunday, November 28 Sunday, December 5 Tickets on sale: 4-6pm Prize Draw: 6-7pm
Christmas Hamper Raffle Sunday, December 19 Tickets on sale: 4-6pm
Prize Draw: 6-7pm
Thursday, December 23 Tickets on sale: 6-7.30pm
Prize Draw: 7.30-8.30pm
50 fantastic Christmas hampers to be won each night.
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Promotions
Cash Housie
Mahjong
Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday
Monday 7:30pm Registration from 6:30pm
Win huge cash prizes at cash housie. All proceeds from cash housie go to the Learning Links Charity. 11:00am 7:30pm 7:30pm 2:00pm
Monday: Authorised under NSW permit number GOCMJH/1436 Wednesday: Authorised under NSW permit number GOCMJH/1434 Friday: Authorised under NSW permit number GOCMJH/1435 Saturday: Authorised under NSW permit number GOCMJH/1431
Bingo
Bring out your poker face Play Poker at Wenty Leagues on a Tuesday night Tuesdays at 7.30pm
7:00pm 11:00am
2 books $3, 4 books $4 & 6 books $5.
Hoi
Played similar to Bingo but with symbols instead of numbers, Hoi is a fun alternative to regular Bingo. Prizes include gift vouchers, meat trays and grocery packs. Wednesday $1 per card.
Poker
Learn to play… Make new friends… Win Cash Prizes!
Win a great selection of prizes including gift vouchers, groceries and meat trays at Bingo. Tuesday Friday
Playing in Explorers every Monday night! Entry is free and there is $500 in cash up for grabs every week.
11:00am
Entry fee $11 Registration 1 hour before tournament For more details visit www.playAPL.com
Christmas Break
Some of your favourite promotions and activities will be taking a break for Christmas: Final Session Resumes Bingo Tues Dec 21 Tues Jan 11 Cash Housie Fri Dec 24 Mon Jan 3 Ceroc Mon Dec 20 Mon Jan 10 Gentle Exercise Thurs Dec 16 Mon Jan 17 Hoi Wed Dec 22 Wed Jan 12 Linedancing No break Mahjong No break Member Badge Draw Wed Dec 22 Wed Jan 5 Poker No break Raffles Thu Dec 23 Thurs Jan 13 Tai Chi Mon Dec 13 Mon Jan 17 The JOURNAL WENTY LEAGUES DEC/JAN 2010-2011 • 11
DECEMBER CALENDAR Your guide to what’s on at Wenty Leagues
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Members Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
1 9am & 10am Tai Chi Class 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
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9am & 10am Tai Chi Class 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
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11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
20 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall
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9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm APL Poker
7 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm APL Poker
14 11am Tiny Tots 11am Abbalanche Christmas Show 7pm Bingo 7.30pm APL Poker
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9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Members Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
8 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Members Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
15 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Members Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
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FRIDAY
9am & 10am Gentle Exercise Class 6.00pm - 8.30pm Ham, Pork and Turkey Raffle 7pm Thursday Night on the Terrace
9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Live Wildcatz
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9am & 10am Gentle Exercise Class 6.00pm - 8.30pm Ham, Pork and Turkey Raffle 7pm Thursday Night on the Terrace
9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Live Bliss Bomb
9am & 10am Gentle Exercise Class 6.00pm - 8.30pm Ham, Pork and Turkey Raffle 7pm Thursday Night on the Terrace
11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Live Suprise Party
6pm - 8.30pm Christmas Hamper Raffle 7pm Thursday Night on the Terrace
7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Live Singled Out
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23 7pm Thursday Night on the Terrace
11am Tiny Tots 7.30pm APL Poker
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SATURDAY
SUNDAY
2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight The Australian Tom Jones Experience 10pm Saturday Night Live Reasons 2B Cheerful
12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Monster Toy Raffle
2pm Cash Housie 10pm Saturday Night Live Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Show
12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Monster Seafood Raffle
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11 2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight Adam Scicluna - Christmas with the Crooners 10pm Saturday Night Live The Frocks Jinglebell Frock
12 12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Christmas Hamper Raffle
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Christmas Day Club closed
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7pm NYE Starlight dinner function 10pm Friday Night Live The Frocks
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January CALENDAR Your guide to what’s on at Wenty Leagues
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY 7pm Live in Starlight On the Road Again 10pm Saturday Night Live Panorama
SUNDAY 12pm Sunday Funday
1 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall
3 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
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11am Tiny Tots 7.30pm APL Poker
4 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm APL Poker
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9am & 10am Tai Chi Class 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm APL Poker
9am & 10am Tai Chi Class 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm APL Poker
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9am & 10am Tai Chi Class 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
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5.30pm - 9.30pm Members Badge Draw 7.30pm Cash Housie
7pm Thursday Night on the Terrace
5 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Members Badge Draw 7.30pm Cash Housie
6 11am Kids Movie Screening 6.30pm - 8.30pm Spin & Win Raffle 7pm Thursday Night on the Terrace
12 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Members Badge Draw 7.30pm Cash Housie
13 11am Kids Bingo 6.30pm - 8.30pm Spin & Win Raffle 7pm Thursday Night on the Terrace
19 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 12.30pm & 2pm Reptiles Rule Show 1pm - 5pm Live in Lucido Big Ben 5.30pm - 9.30pm Members Badge Draw 7.30pm Cash Housie
20 11am Kids Bingo 6.30pm - 8.30pm Spin & Win Raffle 7pm Thursday Night on the Terrace
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7.30pm Cash Housie 9pm Friday Night Karaoke
7 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 9pm Friday Night Karaoke
14 9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 9pm Friday Night Karaoke
21 9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 9pm Friday Night Karaoke
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2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight Manila by Night 10pm Saturday Night Live Funktion
2 12pm Sunday Funday
8 2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight Vov Dylan - Great Hollywood Musicals 10pm Saturday Night Live Ignition
15 2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight Stars From Oz 10pm Saturday Night Live Dirty Deeds – AC/DC Show
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2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight The Zips 10pm Saturday Night Live Almost Famous
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9 12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
16 12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
23 12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
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December Entertainment Thursday Night on the Sit back and enjoy a chilled out acoustic session every Thursday Night on the Explorers Terrace.
Free from 7pm.
CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL TRIBUTE SHOW
THE AUSTRALIAN TOM JONES EXPERIENCE SATURDAY December 4
SATURDAY December 11
7PM
10PM
This will be a party night to remember with a cracking band and a great song list. Discover some of the best roots music ever made including songs like Down on the Corner, Bad Moon Rising, Heard it Through the Grapevine and Proud Mary. This show will be on the Lucido Stage.
He was born and bred in Wales, he looks like Tom Jones, he sings like Tom Jones and when he’s on stage Jaques Renay IS Tom Jones. Featuring an 8 piece band and 3 fabulous ‘Pussycats’. Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I
SPECIAL FREE SHOW
NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE NOW
New Show
Tickets available from reception and online. Call 8868 9200 or visit www.wentyleagues.com.au VIDEO
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ADAM SCICLUNA – CHRISTMAS WITH THE CROONERS
NEW YEAR’S EVE – ABBALANCHE
SATURDAY December 18
DINNER & SHOW
7PM
Re-live the yuletide magic with the music of Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole, Andy Williams, Perry Como, Bobby Darin and many other Legends of Swing. Presented by the classy Adam Scicluna, this show will have you clicking your fingers and jingling all the way to Christmas Day. Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE NOW
FRIDAY DECEMBER 31
7PM
Enjoy a sumptuous 3 course meal before grooving in the New Year to Abbalanche. Abbalanche are the ultimate 90’s creation – They look, sing and play exactly like their almost as famous counterparts of the 70’s, ABBA. The Starlight Room will be set up with a dance floor for this event. Tickets: $70 ON SALE NOW No free tickets
New Show
Free DECEMBER Entertainment FRIDAY Night Live
SATURDAY Night Live
FREE FROM 10.00pm
FREE FROM 10.00pm
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WILDCATZ
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BLISS BOMB
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SURPRISE PARTY
11 CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL TRIBUTE
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SINGLED OUT
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THE FROCKS
The FROCKS
REASONS 2B CHEERFUL
18 THE FROCKS – JINGLE BELL FROCK
REASONS 2B CHEERFUL
WILDCATZ
JANUARY Entertainment ON THE ROAD AGAIN SATURDAY JANUARY 1
7PM
This is a celebration of the music and lives of Willie Nelson & Roy Orbison. Individually, they were two of the most influential performers of our era. John Robertson is uncanny in his portrayal of Willie Nelson. His manner, speech and delivery of songs including ‘Stardust’, ‘To all the Girls I’ve Loved Before’ and ‘On the Road Again’ are truly like watching Willie himself. Mark Shelley as Roy Orbison, is one of only a few in the world with the vocal range and tone who can deliver an Orbison song as Roy himself did. Seemingly effortless and full of emotion as he performs Orbison hits including ‘Crying’, ‘In Dreams’, ‘Only the Lonely’. Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I Non Members $10 ON SALE: MONDAY DECEMBER 6
MANILA BY NIGHT SATURDAY JANUARY 8
7PM
Enjoy the seductive allure of traditional Philippino dancing by the Da Mayan dancers combined with the flair of Las Vegas with the stunning Manila By Night showgirls. The show features the beautiful vocal talents of Lillian De Los Reyes and direct from the hit musical ‘Miss Saigon’ is the musical charm of Luis Aguilar. Come and enjoy an evening in Manila full of celebration, romance and excitement. Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE: MONDAY DECEMBER 6
VOV DYLAN PRESENTS THE MUSIC OF ANDRE RIEU – ‘GREAT HOLLYWOOD MUSICALS’
SATURDAY JANUARY 15
7PM
Vov is a Virtuoso Violinist with loads of international performance experience while his orchestra consists of the finest musicians in the land. Every musician on stage has been the principal in at least one major symphony orchestra somewhere in the world. They will perform melodies from ‘Kiss me Kate’, ‘My Fair Lady’, ‘Night & Day’, ‘Sound Of Music’ and ‘Singing in the Rain’ to name a few. To complete the scene, the music will be complimented by two opera singers and beautiful ballroom dancers. All you have to do is sit back and enjoy the music from Europe and beyond as can only be performed by Australia’s answer to Andre Rieu – Vov Dylan.
Tickets available from reception and online. Call 8868 9200 or visit www.wentyleagues.com.au
Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE: MONDAY DECEMBER 6 VIDEO
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STARZ FROM OZ
THE ZIPS
(AUSTRALIA DAY WEEKEND SPECIAL)
SATURDAY JANUARY 29
SATURDAY JANUARY 22
7PM
Come and celebrate your Australia Day weekend with Starz From Oz! Paying tribute to some of Australia’s best known performers from Olivia Newton John, Bee Gees, Easybeats and Johnny O’Keefe to Kylie Minogue, John Paul Young, Johnny Farnham, Guy Sebastian, Mental As Anything, Savage Garden and many more. Led by some fabulous dancers and singers, this is sure to be a great show! Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE: MONDAY DECEMBER 6
7PM
The Zips have won eight major awards over the last three years including awards for ‘Best Production Show’ and ‘Showgroup of the Year’ at the prestigious Mo Awards and the Australian Club Entertainers Awards. The Zips take no prisoners in their hilarious impressions of Tina Turner, Cher and The Village People just to name a few. Not even Riverdance is safe from the hysterical lampooning. The Zips hurdle every barrier with outlandish costumes, makeup and a huge repertoire to wreak havoc upon their showbiz luminaries. Come along and see for yourself why this show has been so heavily awarded by the entertainment industry. Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE: MONDAY DECEMBER 6
Free JANUARY Entertainment FRIDAY NIGHT KARAOKE FREE FROM 9.00pm Bring a group and sing along to your favourite songs in lucido. Log onto www.ev-ent.com for a full song list.
SATURDAY Night Live FREE FROM 10.00pm 1
PANORAMA
8
FUNKTION
15
IGNITION
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DIRTY DEEDS – AC/DC SHOW
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ALMOST FAMOUS DIRTY DEEDS
IGNITION
FebRuary Entertainment THE Official BLUES BROTHERS RevUE SATURDAY FEBRUARY 5
INTERNATIONAL
Show
LATINO SUPERSTARS SATURDAY FEBRUARY 12
7PM
7PM
Discover the passion of Latin America in an exhilarating tribute show by well known performers transforming into Latino Superstars. The excitement continues with superb backing vocals and talented dancers in electrifying choreographed routines that complete this wonderful package. Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE: TUESDAY JANUARY 4
Direct from America Wayne Catania and Kieron Lafferty a.k.a. Jake and Elwood are the most dynamic and authentic Blues Brother show to ever hit the stage. This live concert show combines the comedy and the hits from the original movie and pays homage to Chicago’s rich history of blues, gospel and soul music. Performed with the passion and precision that is the trademark of the original Blues Brothers Band. Jake, Elwood & The Band hit the right balance of humor, music and mayhem that has captivated audience’s nation wide. Upbeat and uplifting, The Official Blues Brothers Revue is fun for all ages. Tickets: MEMBERS $12 I NON MEMBERS $15 ON SALE NOW No free Tickets
ENORMOUS HORNS SATURDAY FEBRUARY 19
BROTHERS IN HARMONY
7PM
SATURDAY FEBRUARY 26
Combining great musicianship with a highly visual stage show that sometimes borders on theatrical, the Enormous Horns are a smouldering funk bank, a brassy soul revue, a hep jazz combo and a wild rock & roll band all in one. The Enormous Horns incorporate everything from current radio hits to the Blues Brothers and Sixties Soul, from Frank Sinatra to Ricky Martin, costumed routines from the Village People and Rocky Horror Show. Come and see why Enormous Horns are one of the busiest and most successful acts on the Australian live circuit.
7PM
The Williams brothers are Australia’s leading vocal duo, with a chemistry of vocal harmony and music talent that only brothers can aquire. The Williams brothers Andrew and Warren Williams Jnr will present a tribute to the greatest brothers and harmony groups in music. Their show will feature songs from The Bee Gees, The Beach Boys, Crowded House, The Beatles, The Eagles, The Everly Brothers and many more.
Tickets: MEMBERS $10 I NON MEMBERS $12 ON SALE: TUESDAY JANUARY 4
Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE: TUESDAY JANUARY 4
New Show
VIDEO
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Visit www.wentyleagues.com.au for sample videos of shows
KIDS’ Entertainment ABBALANCHE
Special Kid’s Christmas Show Tuesday 21 December 11am* *Additional shows may be scheduled if required ABBA’s classic pop melodies and catchy songs have stood the test of time and entertained literally billions of people all over the world. Treat your kids to this special Christmas performance with ABBALANCHE performing all your ABBA favourites in a special kids Christmas show
Tickets: $10 (children under 12mths Free) Tickets available from reception or online at www.wentyleagues.com.au
SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN FREE KID’S BINGO Thursday 20 January Thursday 27 January
11am 11am
FREE KID’S MOVIE SCREENING Thursday 13 January 11am HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON (PG)
TINY TOTS Tuesday 11am – 2pm every Tuesday
Entertain the kids while you catch up with other mums, dads and grandparents every Tuesday. December 7 Pat a Python, Touch a Turtle & Smile at a Crocodile with the Reptiles Rule Show 14 Paint and decorate your own Christmas tree decoration plaster piece from the plaster fun house *One plaster per child. Additional plasters available at cost 21 Meet the cute Kindifarm animals including lambs, kids, a piglet, a calf, sheep and goats, chickens, rabbits and ducks 28 Fun with Cheekie the clown & the gang including face painting and games
January 4
Bop till you drop at our Kid’s Disco and Karaoke Party
11 Fun with Cheekie the clown & the gang including face painting and games 18
Bop till you drop at our Kid’s Disco and Karaoke Party
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Pirates of the Carribean Show and Magic Show
Sunday Funday
12noon – 3pm every Sunday* • Play area • Face painting and clowns • Kids’ show on the big screen • Kids’ meal deals in Lawsons Bistro • Toys and Games *Sunday Funday will not run on Boxing Day – Sunday 26 December
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Sub Clubs DISTRICT FOOTBALL NSW Cup The season for the NSW Cup ended in game 2 of the semi final series, going down to Western Suburbs. The Brett Kenny coached side played well at various stages of the season and were capable of matching the best sides in the competition on their day, but realistically they probably did not reach full potential. There were plenty of highlights during the year which have been mentioned previously. The latest highlight being Etu Uaisele being selected to represent Tonga in the International Tournament played in tandem with the 4 Nations Series. Congratulations to the following award winning players for the season: Best Back - Tom Humble Best Forward - Anthony Mitchell Coaches Award - Taniela Lasalo Best and Fairest - Nathan Armit Brett Cook has been appointed the NSW Cup coach for season 2011. Brett has graduated through the Wenty and Parramatta systems, successfully coaching the Bundy Cup side to back to back Premierships in 2009/10. Brett certainly has nothing left to prove at that level and is ready to step up to the more challenging second tier. The WDRLFC wish Brett all the best for the coming season. Bundy Cup What a wonderful season for Coach Brett Cook and his team. After looking a forlorn chance of defending their premiership at the half way point of the season, the team came together and went on to win an amazing 12 games in a row, including the Grand Final against arch rivals Bankstown Bulls in a high quality match. The scene of jubilation at the final siren on Grand Final day of this closely knit team makes all the sacrifices and hard work throughout the year worthwhile. In this regard special mention must go to Karl Filiga who, during the finals series, lost his brother after a long illness but returned from New Zealand to play a strong role in the Grand Final victory. It is difficult to single out any individual players in what has been a total team effort. The talent available, both the young and the more experienced, will serve Wenty proudly and successfully for many years to come. Many of this year’s Bundy side are undoubtedly destined for NSW Cup next season and it is not beyond the realms of possibility that NRL appearances are on the cards. Brett Sargent who captained the team and Jake Byrne who has never played better, have again announced their retirements. Award winners for the season were: Best Back - Dylan Gilbert Best Forward - Mitchell Stanfield Coaches Award - Peter Prime Best and Fairest - Valu Nasio. Congratulations to Dave Nugent and his team for being the inaugural Sydney Shield winners. The Sydney Shield proved to be a strong competition and allowed portability with the Bundy Cup but unfortunately will not be a part of the NSWRL plans for next season. Events The WDRLFC presentation night was held on October 12 with a good crowd in attendance. Several VIPs including Nathan Rees MP, Roy Spagnolo and the majority of his Parramatta NRL Board, Wenty Leagues Club Board and our loyal Sponsors all enjoyed a wonderful meal. A great night was had by all. Perpetual trophy winners were: Rookie of the Year - Dylan Gilbert Ray Stellar Award - Peter Prime Clubman of the Year - Brett McKenna Adam Cromack, as well as doing a great job as the M.C. on the night, was presented with his Life Membership jacket. “International” Rugby League came to Ringrose Park on October 12 when a Bundy Cup representative side, coached by Brett Cook and consisting of five Wenty players (Brett Sargent, Brad Lupi, Keresome Sione, Aaron Fluke and Valu Nasio), played a Fiji Bati side (with one Wenty Bundy player - Henry Raiwalui). A good crowd saw
the Bundy side prevail 30- 28 in a close match. An under 20s game saw the Cook Islands narrowly defeat Fiji in a match that created a lot of atmosphere. Overall it was a successful 2010 season and it has all just started again with training which commenced on November 15. Ron Bottle - Secretary
CRICKET With our season a third of the way through we have a few teams performing well, in particular our under 12/1 and under 15/1 are undefeated, as well as the under11/2 who are currently in second place. There have been some fine individual performances in the early stage of the season. Tony El Kadi - 152* Perry Mehta - 115 Mark Ralph - 100 Kartikey Trivedi - 8/69 Michael Bradley - 6/50 On Saturday night October 30 following the A Grade between Wenty Leagues and Seven Hills, the Under 12/1 teams from both clubs took to the field under lights in a T20 game. The boys used white ball and donned coloured shirts. A great night was had by all in attendance and the boys from both teams really enjoyed the experience of night cricket, not to mention the support from the Seniors in attendance. For the record, Wenty Leagues won the game. We hope to have more of these games during the season Yours in cricket, Aaron Martin – Secretary
GOLF If anyone would like to join the Golf Club please contact Leon Plotkans (0412 404 660) or visit the Leagues Club website where you will find more information on the Golf Club. Recent Golf Club results: • The winner of the Doug Hall Memorial Day was Frank Martin. • Our Gosford challenge which is now in its 43rd consecutive year was played on October 17 at Gosford with the only drawback to this day being that the bus leaves the Leagues Club at 4am. A good day was had by the 20 starters who played on this day. Wenty won the shield with the top 10 players from each club counting towards the trophy. The final result 343 to 340 points. • Our current jackpot is now $350 which would come in handy for Christmas. • Our major championships will commenced on November 7. Their will be four rounds in all grades and the cock of the walk final will be played shortly between our two top A grade players, namely Mark O’Brien and Charlie Bannerman. Upcoming games are as follows: Dec 5 Leonay at 6am - Ham and Chicken day Dec 12 Studley Park at 6.30am - Captain vs President day where the Presidents team will once again show the Captains side how to play winning golf. Dec 19 Penrith at 6.30am - Patron’s day. Dec 26 Leonay at 6.00am Alan Thompson – President
NETBALL Following on from the last Journal, the committee is proud to announce we had two premiership teams this season. The winning teams were the Under 12’s and B2’s, both teams coached by Debbie Pietzrak. Congratulations to all players, coach Debbie, managers and parents for an outstanding effort. A special mention also goes to Rebecca Corbet from the B2 team. As our grand final weekend was rained out and re-scheduled for the following week, a lot of players had prior commitments so they had to make some changes. Rebecca was in Queensland fulfilling work commitments, however her very generous boss flew her back to Sydney on the Saturday so she could participate in her Grand Final. The B2 team are very grateful Rebecca has a great boss. Thanks again to Ken and Tracy Darke for supporting the netball on Grand Final day and arranging for Macca the Magpie to come along
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and support our players. Also special thanks to David who fulfilled the role of Macca the Magpie. The move to our new Association is fast approaching and we are very excited. Moving to Blacktown Netball Association will provide our players with a variety of competition and will avoid the frustration of playing against your own club every 3rd week. We hope all players, coaches and parents are as excited as the committee. For all players, coaches and parents continuing to play at PANA association we wish you the best of luck with your future netball. For all current Wenty Leagues players who are interested in trying out for representative teams for BNA, we have received confirmation from BNA that all players are welcome to try out for 2011 teams and players do not have to have played for BNA for 12 months prior. Please keep a close eye on our website for details of our upcoming AGM, 2011 registration, grading dates and information about our new association. All registration forms can be downloaded from our website at www. wentyleagues.netball.asn.au Merry Christmas and a Safe & Happy New Year. Kellie Denning – Publicity Officer
LINEDANCING Our new linedance classes for absolute beginners have been a huge success, with an 8 week course that started in October. Throughout the festive season there will be a more relaxed feel to the regular sessions as the next formal beginners course will not start again until February 2011. So, grab your dancing shoes and give it a go just for the fun of it - No partner is needed - Wally Webster Sports Complex every Monday at 7pm. For the more experienced dancer, 8pm is the time to strut your stuff. To stay fit and healthy during the festive season, linedance classes will continue without a break. Preparation for Australia Day and the Tamworth Country Music Festival in January are already under way. Learn all you need to know for country linedancing with prominent instructor Julie Talbot and add some more fun to this period in the Australian Calendar. Kids are always welcome, FREE. For more information, contact the Leagues Club or call Julie directly on 9560 0584. Julie Talbot
DARTS Wenty’s Darts Club is near the end of our events and we are fast approaching the Christmas season break. The Darts Club would like to congratulate all the teams who made the finals. We played one event in October, being the club triples championships. Winners: Terrieanne Hughes, Dave Harrison & Rebecca Montzka. Runners-up: John Rook, George Mikolajs & Ruth Gotts. Social numbers have been improving each week and it’s good to see a lot of new faces turning up. The Dart Club’s presentation night is on December 4 at the Wenty Leagues Bowling Club. Tickets are now on sale at $25 each. This price includes a 3 course meal and entertainment by the Bad Sneakers. Anyone who is interested in purchasing tickets, please contact Ian Merry on 0410 507 165. Our Social Christmas break up is on December 17. Everyone is welcome join us for a fun night and a bit of Christmas cheer. From the entire Darts Committee, we hope you all have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Josephine Nobbs - Publicity officer
EUCHRE We play euchre in the Magpie Meeting Room every Wednesday night at 7.45pm. New players are always welcome. For more details contact Marion Green on 9636 2502. Recent top scorers: Sep 1 Caroline Arona, Col Levingston, Mick Smith Sep 8 Caroline Arona, Barrie Hewitt, Col Levingston, Janelle Kirkbridge Sep 15 Caroline Arona, Barrie Hewitt, Frank Flaviano, Col Levingston
Sep 22 Caroline Arona, Vera Critchley, Judy Byrnes Sep 29 Col Levingston, Mick Smith, Brian Hogan Oct 6 Judy Hargraves, Mick Prestipino, Mick Smith Oct 13 Caroline Arona, Judy Hargraves, Taniya McKay Come along if you fancy a game. Vera Critchley - Publicity Officer
SQUASH Squash Club news: • The Grand Finals of the 2010 Spring Competition will be held during the week commencing 6 December 2010. • Registration fees for 2011 Autumn Pennant Competition are now due. • The 2010 Graded and Age Championships will commence in January 2010. • Leagues Club members are reminded that they can play squash at the Coolibah Fitness Centre on weekdays up to 5.00pm and most times over the weekend (depending on court availability) for $5 per member. On behalf of our Squash Club Committee and its members, our sincere thanks goes to the Leagues Club and its Board of Directors for its continual assistance and support to our Club. We wish all members and their families a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy 2011. Keep fit, play squash Rob Spooner – Secretary
DOMINOES Well, here we are again. We have just finished the year’s competitions and we are getting ready for the year to come. Here are the 2010 winners: Mixes Doubles - G Autrey / A Edouard Mens Doubles - A Kazangi / G Smith Mens Singles - R Chaperon Ladies Doubles - J Potts / T Toomey Ladies Singles - W Paruit Open Singles - R Laurent Open Doubles - G Autrey / R Chaperon Most Improved - M Endicott This year we are playing right through the Christmas/ New Year period. So, if you would like to learn how to play dominoes, this would be the ideal time to come along and learn. The Pop Harris Trophy begins on Thursday, 6 January. I would like to wish all Wenty Leagues Club members a happy and safe Christmas and New Year period and hope Santa is kind to you all. Shirley Keniry – Secretary
MEN’S BOWLS The Bowling Club is now winding down after a most successful year. Three Championships have been concluded in the last month, namely the Mens Triples, Major/Minor Pairs and Mixed Pairs. In the Triples Final John Wilkinson, Greg Stuart and Dennis Harmer defeated Warren Lambert, Col Malley and Adam Ashton. In the Major/Minor Pairs John Moore and Uwe Bendt defeated Steve Pollard and Chris Couchman. In the Mixed Pairs Gloria North and Chris Couchman defeated Leonie Wilkinson and Dennis Harmer. Only the Mixed Fours is left to be completed. Social bowls continues to do well and the Twilight Mixed Friday Nights continues to improve and is becoming very popular as the finer weather approaches. The Zone 10 Bowling Association has two final commitments to fulfil. In the Zone 10 vs Zone 9 Development Squad game, Tony Stokes has been selected to represent Zone 10 and Wenty Leagues. The Annual Zone 10 vs Canberra competition will be played in Canberra this year. Seven players from Wenty Leagues have been selected to represent Zone 10 in this competition, namely Shaun Nelson, Shaun Johns, Tony Stokes, Chris Couchman, Steve Morris, Craig Maythers and Greg Stuart. Chris Couchman and Greg Stuart played very well to make the State Champions of Champions Pairs which were played at the Entrance in November. They are in
the top 16 pairs players of the State, with the results of this tournament to be published in the next edition of The Journal. To cap off an excellent year for Chris Couchman, apart from his Zone representation, Chris has also been selected in the City side for the City vs Country series. State selectors pick the State side from the City/Country series and we wish Chris all the best. The Bowling Club Presentation Night will be held on the night of Saturday, 11 December. There will be an entertainer, band, 3 course meal and drinks provided. The cost will be displayed on the window of the Bowls Office. It is sure to be a great night and won’t break the budget. Contact the Bowls Office for more information (9896 3581) The Christmas break-up for the Bowling Club will be on Saturday, 18 December. It will be an enjoyable day with raffles and a few drinks. There is a list on the bowls board in relation to Pennants and sizing for the new proposed Bowling Club uniform. If you intend playing Pennants, can you please see the Secretary shortly in relation to shirt and pant sizes for the purpose of ordering. If you or any or your children are interested in playing Lawn Bowls, please contact the Bowls Office on 9896 3581. Merv Wright - Secretary
TABLE TENNIS The Winter Competition of Table Tennis Western Sydney is nearing completion. Wenty Leagues are well placed in C grade, with our teams sitting in 2nd, 3rd and 4th at the time of writing. Our D grade team was leading their competition, while the A and B grade teams required an element of luck to participate in their semi finals. Some great results for individual players representing Wentworthville in the TTWS closed championships. In C grade, Nader Ammara was the winner and Joe Khachan was the runner up. Michael Wang made the semi final of the championship. In D grade, the winner was Jerry You with the runner up Gavin Bland. Well done to these five players for your continued support of our teams in the TTWS competitions. In results from the Commonwealth games, Vivian Tan made the bronze medal match, unfortunately losing to a local Indian team. In the singles competition she made the last eight before losing to the eventual silver medallist. These results meant Vivian was the best performing player representing Australia in Table Tennis at Delhi. Our Monday evening handicap competition is open to all comers regardless of your level of experience. It is a great starting point for newcomers looking for a game of table tennis in the area. We will continue to hold the competition throughout the coming months with new players particularly welcome. Come and join us! Registration is from 7pm - Competition commences at 7.45pm. For the more serious competitor why not join us on Friday evening for our training session to improve your skills against players of your own level and challenge yourself against all comers. Gavin Bland - President
JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE Our AGM is set for December 5, to be held in Wenty Leagues Auditorium (Starlight Room). Our Junior Coaching Clinic held in Oct/Nov has been very strongly represented with over 120 players completing the four day coaching course. It is expected that because of this, we should have four U/6 teams again in 2011. We are looking for any children who would like to play Rugby League in season 2011. Simply visit our website to gain the information required (www.wenty.leaguenet.com.au). Trials will be held over March/April and registration will be available on selected days in Feb/March/April 2011. Some coaching positions are still available, so if interested please contact Allan McGowan on 0419 266 591 to discuss the opportunities that exist in coaching at Wenty Junior Rugby League. Alex Chan (former Parramatta, Manly & Melbourne Storm 1st Grader who also played in the English Super League for the French team Les Catalans) is the new coach of the Wenty A Grade. Players wishing to contact Alex can do so
Sporting Clubs Weekly Schedule MONDAY Table Tennis H’cap C’ships 7.30pm Table Tennis Area TUESDAY Men’s Social Bowls Wenty Leagues
11am
Snooker & Billiards Magpie Sports
7.30pm
Squash Club Pennant Comp Coolibah Squash & Fitness Centre 8pm WEDNESDAY Indoor Bowls Mixed Social 10.30am Magpie Sports Mens Social Bowls (Triples) 5pm Wenty Leagues Goshin Ju-Jitsu Training Wally Webster Hall
7pm
Euchre Tournament Meeting Room
7.30pm
THURSDAY Ladies Social Bowls Wenty Leagues
9am
Indoor Bowls Mixed Social 7.30pm Magpie Sports Dominoes Magpie Sports
7.15pm
Squash Club Pennant Comp Coolibah Squash & Fitness Centre 8pm FRIDAY Mens Social Bowls Wenty Leagues
11am
Mixed Social Bowls Wenty Leagues
5pm
Mixed Social Darts Magpie Sports
8pm
SATURDAY Junior Cricket (Summer) Various Venues
8.30am
Junior Bowls Academy Wenty Leagues
10am - Noon
Mens Social Bowls Wenty Leagues
1pm
Senior Cricket (Summer) Various Venues
1.15pm
SUNDAY Golf Club Weekly Fixture Various Venues
6am-7.30am Start
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Sub Clubs continued on 0415 040 227. We look forward to anyone interested in playing Rugby League contacting Alex regarding training schedules etc. We look forward to a bright future for our Club in 2011 and hope to build on our past record of producing quality players at all levels of the game to enjoy and participate in ‘the greatest game of all’. Allan McGowan – Secretary
LADIES BOWLS Ladies Bowls news: • Club Championships have been completed for 2010. Jan Cunningham defeated Joyce Rochford to be the Consistency Champion for 2010. It was a very close competition with only 6 points separating them. This special game is played with marks awarded for close bowls. The closest four bowls are given points such as 4,3,2 and 1. In some ends the opponents could score 5 points each, thus it can be a game of endurance. The final score was 153-147. • The Minor/Major Pairs was won by Robyn Ruxton & Jan Cunningham (19). The runners up were Gil Chaperon & Betty Hammond (12). • Trials are continuing to select teams for the pennant season which will begin in March. • Members are asked to form pairs teams for early 2011. • Plans are being made for an Open 4’s competition in February. • Presentation Night will be held on December 11, which is combined with the Men’s Club. Marcia Woods - Publicity Officer
FISHING CLUB 18 September 2010 The weather was good and our skipper decided we should fish deep as it was reported that the
leatherjackets were on the chew (65 fathom mark). We had ten fisho’s catching leatherjackets as soon as the bait hit the water. The days total catch was 103 leatherjackets and 3 morwong. The biggest bag went to D. Prestipino with 12.1kgs, with a total of 133.1 points. The biggest fish went to A. Debattista with a morwong weighing 1.03kgs (cleaned). 17 October 2010 This was the day after the big blow and we were hesitant to even attempt fishing, however the weather report was for strong winds in the morning and gradually easing .The skipper from Kiama Charters rang through and advised us to start 1 hour later. We did so and for once the weather forecast was spot on. We fished in close and gradually headed for deeper waters as the weather improved. The total catch for the day was 20 leatherjackets, 3 flatheads and 25 morwong. The biggest bag went to A Debattista with 9.96kgs and a total of 93.52 points. The biggest fish went to V Tran with a sergeant baker weighing 1.61kgs (cleaned). 25/26 September 2010 - Small Boats
Club Contacts Men’s Bowls President: George Mumford Secretary: Robert Ashton 0413 318 320 Women’s Bowls President: Jan Cunningham Secretary: Joyce Rochford 9863 5420 Cricket Club President: Justin Isaacs Secretary: Aaron Martin 0414 322 547 Darts Club President: Paul Trethewey Secretary: Ian Merry 0410 507 165
Small Boats was held at Greenwell Point with a good time had by all, however there was one disappointing fact. The fisho’s got up early on Saturday morning and got the boats. We went about one and a half hours out which is a long way, rigged up our lines and discovered somebody had forgotten to bring the BAIT! I will not mention his name (A Harvey) but he was far from popular. We tried again on Sunday and were rewarded with a good catch of flatheads with B Mortel catching a 1.6kgs flathead.
Domino Club President: Abrahim Kazangi Secretary: Shirley Keniry 0405 414 944
Till Next Tide
Golf Club President: Alan Thompson Secretary: Leon Plotkans 0412 404 660
Alf DeBattista – Publicity Officer
Euchre Club President: Frank Flaviano Secretary: Marion Green 9636 2502 Fishing Club President: Stamford Gabriel Secretary: Michael Nash 0409 030 460
Indoor Bowls President: Barrie Craig Secretary: Patricia Gargan 9681 4242 Goshin Ju-Jitsu President: Ray Bligh Secretary: Jen Pearson
INDOOR BOWLS Indoor bowls is played very similarly to lawn bowls. Both variations provide the same enjoyment and the same attractions, which is why there are a lot of lawn bowlers at Wenty who also play indoor bowls. The main advantage of indoor bowls however and also the reason the game was created, is that it remains unaffected by rain, wind, heat and other surprises the weather may bring.
Netball Club President: Judy Paton Secretary: Jody Manson 0414 320 525 Quinlan Shield President: Ken Darke Secretary: Doreen Anderson 9689 2179 Wenty Wheelkings Secretary: Michael King 0414 766 271 WDRLFC (NSW & Bundy Red Cups) President: Jason Grant Secretary: Ron Bottle 0438 445 329
Indoor bowls is played on a roll-out carpet mat surface which provides a much smaller playing length and width than regular lawn bowls. The indoor bowlers also use smaller sized bowls than those used in lawn bowls. If you have played lawn bowls before then you should be able to pick-up indoor bowls quite quickly. However, if you have never played any type of bowls and indoor bowls sounds like something you are interested in, there are always friendly helpers available to lend a hand and get all beginners under way.
WUJRLFC (Junior Rugby League) President: Sam Gambin Secretary: Allan McGowan 0419 266 591
Wenty’s Indoor Bowls Club is currently looking for some extra social players on Thursday nights from 7.30pm-10.30pm. Or, if you are interested in playing more seriously, there is also the option of competition indoor bowls which is mostly played on weekends.
Squash Club President: Elwyn Griffiths Secretary: Rob Spooner 0434 000 656
The indoor bowlers are a very friendly bunch who are welcoming Wenty Leagues members to join in the fun! If you are interested in playing, please call the Indoor Bowls Club’s Secretary, Patricia Gargan on 9681 4242.
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Snooker & Billiards Club President: Ray Hanna Secretary: Grant Pulley 0421 955 107
Swimming Club President: Peter Bain Secretary: Robin Thomson 9636 8613 Table Tennis Club President: Gavin Bland Secretary: Peter Higgs 0418 472 508
General Information
General Information Wenty Leagues contact info
SHUTTLE BUS TIMETABLE
50 Smith St. Wentworthville 2145
Main reception Phone: 8868 9200 Email: info@wentyleagues.com.au Website: www.wentyleagues.com.au
Operational hours Monday - Thursday 10am - 4am Friday
10am - 6am
Saturday
9am - 6am
Sunday
9am - 4am
Dress REQUIREMENTS To maintain the high standard you enjoy at our club, we require all guests and members to adhere to the following instructions. The following articles outline acceptable and unacceptable items of footwear and clothing. Unacceptable (some examples, not limited to): • Football shorts, stubbies, board shorts or brief shorts • Sleeveless shirts • Swim wear or undergarments as clothing • Torn clothing • Bike shorts • Rubber Thongs after 7pm • UGH Boots of any description • Bare feet • Sports caps / Bandanna headwear Acceptable (some examples, not limited to): • Neat and tidy sports apparel • Camouflage clothing • Slides / sandals / scuffs
For pick ups or enquiries call 8868 9200 South Run 5.30pm 7.30pm 9.30pm Thursday 5.30pm 7.30pm 9.30pm Friday 5.30pm 7.30pm 9.30pm 11.30pm Saturday - 12.30pm 2.00pm 3.30pm 5.30pm 7.30pm 9.30pm 11.30pm Sunday 4.45pm 6.30pm 8.30pm 10.30pm Wednesday
All information correct at time of printing. We apologise for any changes after this time.
North Run 6.30pm 8.30pm 10.30pm 6.30pm 8.30pm 10.30pm 6.30pm 8.30pm 10.30pm 12.30am 11.00am 1.15pm 2.45pm 4.00pm 6.30pm 8.30pm 10.30pm 12.30am 4.00pm 5.30pm 7.30pm 9.30pm -
Please note that Wenty leagues will be closed on christmas day 25 December 2010.
The Wentworthville Leagues Club Group supports the Responsible Service of Alcohol and the Responsible Conduct of Gaming
Book your next function at Wenty Leagues Packages tailored to your individual needs. Specialising in personal functions including birthdays, engagements, christenings and wakes. Call our functions team today on 02 8868 9200
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Wednesday Night Member Promotion
MEMBER’S BADGE DRAW
The original club promotion is back! If your membership number is selected at random and you’re in the club then you could
win up to $10,000.
There will be 4 chances to win every Wednesday Night, with the jackpot starting at $1,000 and increasing by $500 each week that it is not won. Draws at 6:30, 7:30, 8:30 & 9:30pm Bonus Jackpot Draw
Swipe your membership card on the night for an entry in the Bonus Jackpot Barrel. If a Member’s Badge Draw winner is not found, a bonus draw ticket is drawn for $100. If the Bonus Jackpot is not won then it jackpots $100 for the next draw that night. Authorised under NSW Permit No. LTPS/10/11099 Terms and Conditions available from reception
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LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Wenty is the place for
Free live entertainment
THURSDAY NIGHT ON THE TERRACE Sit back and enjoy a chilled out acoustic session every Thursday Night on the Explorers Terrace. Free from 7pm.
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE December
Enjoy Sydney’s best party bands live on the Lucido Stage every Friday Night in December. Free from 10pm. 3 Dec 10 Dec 17 Dec 24Dec
Wildcatz Bliss Bomb Surprise Party Singled Out
31 Dec New Years Eve with The Frocks
FRIDAY NIGHT KARAOKE January
Bring a group and sing along to your favourite songs in Lucido. Log onto www.ev-ent.com for a full song list. Free from 9pm.
SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Nothing beats the energy of a live band and every Saturday Night you’ll see Sydney’s best cover bands live on the Lucido Stage. Free from 10pm.
December - January 4 Dec 11 Dec 18 Dec 1 Jan 8 Jan 15 Jan 22 Jan 29 Jan
Reasons 2B Cheerful The Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute Show Jinglebell Frock with The Frocks Panorama Funktion Ignition Dirty Deeds AC/DC Show Almost Famous
NEW YEAR’S EVE
New Year’s Eve is going to be bigger than ever this year! NYE Starlight Dinner Function featuring the fabulous
Abbalanche
Enjoy a sumptuous 3 course meal before dancing in the New Year to one of the best shows around, the fabulous Abbalanche. The Starlight Room will be set up with a dancefloor for this event. Tickets: $70 Commences: 7pm
The Frocks
Free from 10pm in Lucido End 2010 on a high note with Sydney’s best party band The Frocks live in Lucido from 10pm. Make it an extra special New Year’s Eve with a 5 star dinner in Lucido before the party begins and The Frocks hit the stage. Entrée Vietnamese pork and prawn salad, served with fragrant herbs, toasted peanuts and nam jim dressing Or Apple cider smoked chicken breast and leek tart served with wild rocket and white onion marmalade Mains Salt and pepper crusted dry aged beef porterhouse with homemade fries, French beans and café de paris butter Or Crispy leg of duck with egg noodles, spiced braised eggplant, steamed Asian greens and satay dressing Desserts Chocolate and raspberry soufflé served with cointreau orange crème Or Fresh mango trifle layered with poached peach, midori jelly, vanilla sponge and crème patisserie Alternate Serve
Cost: $58.40 for Members, $64.90 for Non Members Dinner Commences: 7pm Make sure you book early to avoid disappointment!