THE
JUn/JUL 2011
Journal WENTY LEAGUES
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contents Features 3 4 6 11
6 Dining
Meet your Board Community Dining Family Fun Day
10 Promotions
Get connected
Entertainment
10 Cash Housie, Bingo, Hoi, Mahjong, Poker and Raffles 24 Member’s Badge Draw 25 Win the Ultimate Race Day Experience
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14 June Entertainment 16 July Entertainment 18 August Entertainment 19 Kids’ Entertainment
Regulars
2 President’s and CEO’s Reports 12 June Calendar 13 July Calendar 20 Sub Clubs 23 General Information
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Reports
President’s and CEO’s Reports President’s Report Dear Members,
Ian McCann
Thank you to those members that attended the Club’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 22 May. I am honoured to have been re-elected President of this great Club. In all, seven of the eight directors were returned unoposed with the only change being the election of Alan Fowler, who replaces the retiring Ken Darke.
Ken Darke has served the members of Wenty Leagues as a Director for 29 years, including a record 15 years as Vice President. In April, Ken made the decision that it was time to retire from the Club Board and hand the baton to the next generation. As would be expected from Ken, he did so with little fanfare. Ken, we wish you all the best and on behalf of my fellow Directors, I thank you for your many years of loyal service. On behalf of the Board I express our gratitude to the membership for their faith in us. The stability afforded to us by the members allows us to continue implementing the strategic plan which was developed by this board in our previous terms. At the AGM I was pleased to present to members a profit for 2010 of $1,271,404. This excellent result comes off the back of both an increase in revenue and a reduction in costs. In April work commenced on the construction of a new car park adjacent to the Club. By the time you are reading this I expect that work will be well underway with thirteen houses alongside our exit driveway demolished and earthworks in full swing. A tender process for the new children’s play area and reception refurbishment has commenced and we look forward to getting work underway in these areas soon as well. Until next time. Ian McCann President
Board of Directors
CEO’s Report Dear Members, Congratulations to the Board for being elected unopposed for another two year term. Unlike many clubs, our management team and board have enjoyed a close and productive working relationship in recent times and this has allowed us to develop a sound strategic plan to deliver great Dave Brace outcomes for the business. Our respected Vice President, Ken Darke, has decided after 29 years to pass on the baton. I thank Ken for his hard work. We have often used his experience and knowledge as a sounding board for any new ideas. A warm welcome to our new Vice President Alan Fowler. He is well known to the club and will be a great asset. It has been a tough time for clubs in recent years with increased poker machine tax and smoking legislation. We were recently afforded some breathing space when the Liberals won the state election. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that clubs signed with the Liberals was their biggest election promise in terms of dollars. We now have some assurance in our planning for the future with the support of state government in the form of stable legislation. The MOU can be viewed on our website under ‘Your Club’. Unfortunately just when we thought we finally had the support from all sides of politics, a deal was struck by Prime Minister Gillard with Tasmanian Independent Andrew Wilkie, to introduce mandatory pre-commitment technology to poker machines. Until now poker machine legislation was under state jurisdiction. Under the terms of the Gillard/Wilkie deal, anyone wishing to play a poker machine will need to register with a national database to receive an identification card, a ‘Licence to Punt’. Wilkie himself estimates that club’s revenue will fall by 40%. If you are concerned about the threat that this untested, unproven and poor policy poses to your Club, then I urge you to visit the website www.its-unaustralian.com.au and sign a petition against a ‘Licence to Punt’ . I look forward to seeing you around the club. Dave Brace Chief Executive Officer
REMINDER
Ian McCann
Alan Fowler
Tony Branson
Laurie Capovilla
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
The Holden Commodore SV6 valued at more than $39,000 will be drawn on Sunday 5 June 2011 at 7:30pm. You must be in the club to claim the prize. Authorised under NSW Permit No. LTPS/11/01979
Adam Cromack
Justin Isaacs
George Mumford
Trevor Simpson OAM
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
DIRECTOR
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Get to Know Your Board Alan Fowler Vice President Wenty’s newest director, Alan Fowler joined the Club Board in May 2011. A well known and highly respected member, Alan is the Principal of Laing & Simmons Real Estate Agency in Wentworthville. Moving to Merrylands as a young boy, Alan attended Parramatta High School. After school he initially embarked upon a career in accountancy but it wasn’t long before his true passion, Real Estate took hold. In 1995 Alan opened the first of his own Real Estate businesses in Parramatta, closely followed by his second office in Wentworthville, which continues to this day. Originally settling in Greystanes and then Wentworthville Alan now resides in Old Toongabbie. His relationship with Wenty Leagues started when he was very young, but it wasn’t until 1986 that he began regularly visiting the Club before joining in February 1987.
Development Update Construction has started on the new car parking area adjacent to the Club. In this first stage, 13 houses alongside the exit driveway are being demolished to make way for additional car parking. When complete, the team will then move onto the construction of the slip lane to provide direct access from the Great Western Highway and the refurbishment of the existing car park. Importantly, the development is being managed so as to provide almost no disruption to members with car parking numbers retained at the existing level throughout. When completed there will be around 230 additional car parking spaces, most of which will be located close to the main foyer.
With Alan’s first child also born in 1987, Wenty’s Imperial Dragon restaurant soon became a family favourite, one that he has continued to this day with the family dining almost weekly in this Wenty institution. Alan has always been a tremendous supporter of Wenty Leagues’ sporting clubs and has sponsored many of them over the years, including more than ten years as one of the major sponsors of the Bowling Club. In 2005 Alan was coaxed back onto the Bowling Greens and today he is not just a sponsor of the Bowls Club, but also an active participant on the greens too. After years of prompting by many members, Alan was finally persuaded to stand for the Board of Wenty Leagues Club. It was a decision that he had been contemplating for some time but wanted to ensure that he was able to devote the time and energy that the position deserved before he ran. In joining the Board Alan will not only bring considerable business experience to the team but also a solid understanding of the local community and the Club’s 35,000 strong membership base. Alan is married to wife Carmel and has two children, son Aaron and daughter Zoe. Favourite Show at Wenty? The Radiators Beverage of Choice? Scotch and Dry NRL team? Parramatta Eels Favourite Meal at Wenty? Mongolian Lamb from the Imperial Dragon Chinese Restaurant
Enjoy the atmosphere of State of Origin at Wenty Leagues on the 390cm big screen Game 2: June 15 Game 3: July 6
WIN one of three Blues jerseys every Origin Game night Terms and conditions apply. Authorised under NSW Permit No. LTPM/11/00282
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Community
In the Community Speedy Service Not content with bringing excellent service to his customers in Lucido Italian Restaurant, Supervisor Mohammad Ali has now added ‘Fastest Waiter in Holroyd’ to his list of credentials. On Saturday 9 April Mohammad beat a crack field of local wait staff to win the Annual Holroyd CityFest Waiter’s Race. It was the first time in the history of the race that a business outside of Merrylands has won. Mohammad not only won the race but drew glowing praise from event organisers for his sportsmanship. Well done Mohammad!
The Road to Independence Driving is an important part of a person’s lifestyle and often contributes to their independence. Commonly, this self-sufficiency and freedom is taken for granted. Driving a motor vehicle is a complex task and requires many different skills which may be affected following injury or illness. Sydney’s Royal Rehabilitation Centre is helping those affected by injury, disability and/or illness ease into the driver’s seat through their Driving Assessment Centre. The programs provided by the Driving Assessment Centre allow these drivers to regain driving skills, confidence and independence in a safe and supportive environment. Programs are tailored to the needs of each individual to maximise their opportunities to obtain a licence or to return to driving. Wenty Leagues recently donated $2,500 to help subsidise the program for members of the Holroyd community who may not otherwise be able to undertake the program due to their financial situation. For more information on Royal Rehab’s Driving Assessment Centre phone Kelly Brown on 9808 9369 or visit www.royalrehab.com.au A Physiotherapist and Driving Instru ctor providing confidence and re-assurance to a stroke clien t, learning new hand-control skills in the modified vehicle at the Driving Assessment Centre.
Wenty Leagues Supervisor Mohammad Ali on his way to victory.
Wenty’s own Celebrity Chef For the second year in a row Wenty Leagues’ Operations Manager, Food & Beverage and accomplished Chef Simon Skelton has taught thousands of people at the Royal Easter Show how to cook. Representing Meat & Livestock Australia and NSW Farmers in the Food Farm, Simon took to the stage twice a day to teach a range of techniques including how to cook the perfect steak. Simon even got to impart some culinary skills on special guests including Terry Lamb & Brett Kimmorley.
Wenty’s Operations Manager Simon Skelton (second
from the right) with Meat & Livestock Australia representatives at Sydney’s Royal Easter Show.
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WHO VOTED FOR A LICENCE TO PUNT? If the government get their way, you’ll have to apply for a licence just so you can have a $5 punt. They want to treat ordinary punters as problem gamblers. But you didn’t vote for it and you don’t have to put up with it. Visit our campaign website to say No.
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June Special
July Special
Winter Warmers in Lawsons Bistro Enjoy a nice warm meal in Lawsons Bistro this Winter. Choose one of your traditional favourites like the roast dinner or one of the monthly winter warmer specials.
June Special Twice cooked grain fed beef blade steak served with crispy parmesan polenta chips, baby English spinach and a wild mushroom sauce.
July Special Veal osso bucco with winter vegetables served with creamy mash potato and salsa verde.
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$19.70
Members Non Members $21.90
$19.70
Members Non Members $21.90
Feature Beer for June and July James Squire’s Nine Tales Amber Ale A handcrafted blend of pale and crystal malts, three distinct hops and 140-year-old top fermenting ale yeast. Deep copper in colour with a creamy head, this beer rewards the appreciative drinker with a long, slightly nutty finish.
le
Price per bott
$5.40
Members Non Members $6.00
Lawsons is open daily for lunch from noon to 2:30pm and for dinner from 5pm to 8:30pm Sunday to Thursday and 5pm to 9pm on Friday and Saturday.
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June Special
Italian Restaurant Lucido Italian Restaurant is open for dinner from Wednesday to Saturday 5.30pm till late. Come and try one of these delicious Winter Warmer Specials.
June Special Slow cooked rack of lamb forequarter served with cavalo nero, roasted cherry tomatoes and braised cannellini beans
July Special Braised red wine beef cheek served with baby carrots and a potato and artichoke puree
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$20.30
Members Non Members $22.50
$20.30
Members Non Members $22.50
Feature Wine available in June and July Lumina Sauvignon Blanc A low calorie option that is a refreshing style of Sauvignon Blanc and is full flavoured yet lighter in alcohol.
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Price per glas
$5.70
Members Non Members $6.30 le
Price per bott
$24.20
Members Non Members $26.90
E
xplorers Bar & Coffee Lounge
Explorers Bar and Coffee Lounge is a great place to enjoy a relaxing get together with friends. Grab a coffee and spoil yourself with one of the scrumptious cakes or slices.
Mars Bar Cheesecake
Blueberry Cheesecake
served with cream and berries
served with cream and berries
$4.00
Members Non Members $4.40
$4.00
Members Non Members $4.40
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Promotions
Cash Housie
Mahjong
Monday Wednesday Friday Saturday
Monday 7:30pm Registration from 6:30pm New players welcome
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
Learn to play… Make new friends… Win Cash Prizes!
7:00pm 11:00am
Book of 2 $3, Book of 4 $4 & Book of 6 $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
Bring out your poker face Play Poker at Wenty Leagues on a Tuesday night
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
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Tuesdays at 7.30pm Entry fee $11 Registration 1 hour before tournament
Raffles
Thursday – Meat, Gift Cards and Hampers Tickets on sale: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Prize Draw: 7:30pm – 8:30pm Sunday – Gift Cards, Household Goods & More Tickets on sale: 4:00pm – 6:00pm Prize Draw: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Magpies Family Fun Day Sunday 24 July
Bring the family to Ringrose Park for an afternoon of fun at the footy. Fun for the kids with: • Jumping castles • Rides • Petting zoo And fun for mum and dad with two fantastic games of rugby league
Opens – 1:00pm Bundy Red Cup – Wentworthville Magpies v Bankstown Sports – 1:15pm NSW Cup – Wentworthville Magpies v Canterbury Bankstown Bulldogs – 3:00pm
FREE
ENTRY FOR EVERYONE
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JUNE CALENDAR Your guide to what’s on at Wenty Leagues
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Member’s Badge Draw 6.30pm -9.30pm Race to Win 7pm Cash Housie
9am & 10am Gentle Exercise 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday Raffle 6.30pm -9.30pm Race to Win
9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Member’s Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
9am & 10am Gentle Exercise 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday Raffle
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9am & 10am Tai Chi 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 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 Tai Chi 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Poker
7 9am Tai Chi 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Poker
9am Tai Chi 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Poker
9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
9am Tai Chi 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Poker
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8 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Member’s Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
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9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
THURSDAY
15 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Member’s Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
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22 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Member’s Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
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9 9am & 10am Gentle Exercise 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday Raffle
16 9am & 10am Gentle Exercise 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday Raffle
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FRIDAY
SATURDAY
9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 6.30pm -9.30pm Race to Win 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Legends Mad Season The music of Rob Thomas and Matchbox 20
2pm Cash Housie 6.30pm -9.30pm Race to Win 7pm Live in Starlight The Music of Cliff and the Shadows featuring Simon Gillespy 10pm Saturday Night Live Reasons 2B Cheerful
12pm Sunday Funday 3pm - 6pm Sunday Raffle 7.30pm Win an SV6 Draw
9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Legends Get the Party Started – The Pink Show
2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight Strictly Nashville 10pm Saturday Night Live Endless Summer Beach Party
12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Legends Green Day Show
2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight Grease Fever 10pm Saturday Night Live Wildcatz
12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight Roy Orbison Reborn 10pm Saturday Night Live Ignition
12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
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17 9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Legends Keep the Faith – The Bon Jovi Show
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9am & 10am Gentle Exercise 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday Raffle
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JULY CALENDAR Your guide to what’s on at Wenty Leagues
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY 9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Legends Dirty Deeds – AC/DC Show
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9am & 10am Tai Chi 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 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 Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Member’s Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
9am Tai Chi 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Poker
5 9am Tai Chi 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Poker
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9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
9am Tai Chi 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Poker
9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Cash Housie 6.30pm Mahjong 6.45pm Line Dancing Class in Wally Webster Hall 7.15pm Ceroc Dance Class
9am Tai Chi 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Tiny Tots 7pm Bingo 7.30pm Poker
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11am Kids Bingo 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday Raffle
6 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Member’s Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
7 9am & 10am Gentle Exercise 11am Kids Bingo 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday Raffle
13 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Member’s Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
14 9am & 10am Gentle Exercise 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday Raffle
20 9am Gentle Exercise 11am Hoi 5.30pm - 9.30pm Member’s Badge Draw 7pm Cash Housie
21 9am & 10am Gentle Exercise 6.30pm - 8.30pm Thursday Raffle
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SATURDAY 2pm Cash Housie 9pm Live in Starlight The Radiators 10pm Saturday Night Live Almost Famous
SUNDAY 12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
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9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Legends No Secrets – The Angels Show
2pm Cash Housie 9pm Live in Starlight The Enormous Horns 10pm Saturday Night Live Party Vibe
12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Legends Californication – The Red Hot Chili Peppers Show
2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight Abbalanche 10pm Saturday Night Live Late Shift
12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Legends Elevation – The U2 Show
2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight Adam Scicluna 10pm Saturday Night Live Singled Out
12pm Sunday Funday 1pm Magpies Family Fun Day 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
9am & 10am Tai Chi 11am Bingo 7.30pm Cash Housie 10pm Friday Night Legends We are the Champions – The Ultimate Queen Show
2pm Cash Housie 7pm Live in Starlight Light my Fire – The Doors Show 10pm Saturday Night Live Surprise Party
12pm Sunday Funday 4pm - 7pm Sunday Raffle
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THE Enormous Horns SATURDAY July 9 9PM TICKETS: MEMBERS $10 | NON MEMBERS $12
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JUNE Entertainment THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE - THE MUSIC OF CLIFF RICHARD & THE SHADOWS
SATURDAY JUNE 4
7PM
The Ultimate Tribute Show recreates the spectacular magic of many of their 60’s hits in a ‘hard-to-tell-the-difference’ faithful reproduction of those classic vintage sounds. Hear all your Shadows favourites including Apache, Foot Tapper, Wonderful Land, Geronimo, Flingel Bunt, Kontiki, Theme for Young Lovers, Atlantis, Shindig plus many more. Plus, Cliff‘s great chart toppers including Summer Holiday, The Young Ones, Living Doll, Move It, Lucky Lips, Please Don’t Tease and many others. Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE NOW
GREASE FEVER SATURDAY JUNE 18
7PM
STRICTLY NASHVILLE SATURDAY JUNE 11
7PM
Strictly Nashville is a country music spectacular, celebrating the music of Nashville’s greatest legends - Willie Nelson, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. With over 300 million albums sold between them, this show is an exciting showcase of their chart topping classics which will have you boot scooting the night away. Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 New ON SALE NOW
Show
New Show
Grease, the world’s number one greatest musical has stormed onto the Sydney scene. A modern fresh take has been given to this classic dance movie with exciting choreography, stunning costumes and the unforgettable hit songs from the movie including You’re the One That I Want, Grease is the Word and Greased Lightning. The show will also feature some of the biggest Dance Movie hits ever filmed including Saturday Night Fever, Dirty Dancing, Fame, Xanadu and Flashdance. Don’t miss it – It’s Electrifying! Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE NOW VIDEO
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Visit www.wentyleagues.com.au for sample videos of shows All Saturday Starlight Shows are over 18 only
ROY ORBISON REBORN SATURDAY JUNE 25
7PM
Back after two sellout shows in 2010 is the World’s No. 1 Tribute to Roy Orbison. Roy Orbison lives on in the persona of Dean Bourne. During his recent national tour Dean has been receiving standing ovations Australia wide as he continues to mesmerise audiences with his unique ability to recreate the magic and great hits of Roy Orbison. Tickets: MEMBERS $10 I NON MEMBERS $12 ON SALE NOW
Tickets available from reception and online. Call 8868 9200 or visit www.wentyleagues.com.au
Free JUNE Entertainment FRIDAY Night LEGENDS
SATURDAY Night Live
FREE FROM 10.00pm
FREE FROM 10.00pm
3
MAD SEASON – MATCHBOX 20
4
10
GET THE PARTY STARTED – PINK
17
THE GREEN DAY SHOW
11 ENDLESS SUMMER BEACH PARTY
24
KEEP THE FAITH – BON JOVI
MAD SEASON
REASONS 2B CHEERFUL
18
WILDCATZ
25
IGNITION
REASONS 2B CHEERFUL
The Green Day ShoW
July Entertainment THE RADIATORS SATURDAY July 2
9PM
30 years old and still going strong. Despite the rigors of touring and the passing of years the spark and energy of The Radiators has not diminished. They continue to do what they do best – tour extensively, play an average of 150 shows per year and delight the legions of fans both young and old who still flock to grab a slice of living Aussie Rock history, rocking the night away to the great catchy songs and classic hits that have made The Radiators a household name in Australia. Tickets: MEMBERS $10 I Non Members $12 ON SALE NOW General Admission Show
THE ENORMOUS HORNS SATURDAY JULY 9
9PM
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 The Enormous Horns are one of the busiest and most successful acts on the Australian live circuit. Tickets: MEMBERS $10 I Non Members $12 ON SALE: MONDAY June 6
ABBALANCHE SATURDAY July 16
7PM
Abbalanche is the essential ABBA experience. They will have you singing and dancing in the aisles, delivering ecstatic ABBA nostalgia. So dust off your flares, don your platforms and get down and get funky with these sexy swinging Swedes from Stockholm! Tickets: MEMBERS $10 I Non Members $12 ON SALE: MONDAY JUNE 6
Tickets available from reception and online. Call 8868 9200 or visit www.wentyleagues.com.au VIDEO
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ADAM SCICLUNA’S BROADWAY OR BUST SATURDAY July 23
New Show
LIGHT MY FIRE – THE DOORS SHOW
New Show
SATURDAY July 30
7PM
7PM
This month marks 40 years since the world lost one of the most charismatic and brilliant performers of all time with the untimely death of The Doors frontman Jim Morrison. The music of The Doors lives on through this hauntingly accurate stage show. Experience hits such as Light my Fire, L.A. Woman, Riders on the Storm and more.
The Master Showman - Adam Scicluna - returns to Wenty Leagues with another new spectacular show. This time Adam takes us back to his first love - Musical Theatre - in this brilliant tribute ‘Broadway or Bust!’. A long-time dream of Adam’s is to sing on Broadway, so join him as he presents a smorgasbord of show stoppers from the greatest Musicals from Broadway. The Voice, Passion, Stories and Laughter - this show will have you believing you have just bought a one way ticket to the Great White Way!
Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I Non Members $10 ON SALE: MONDAY June 6
Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I Non Members $10 ON SALE: MONDAY JUNE 6
Free JULY Entertainment FRIDAY Night LEGENDS
SATURDAY Night Live
FREE FROM 10.00pm
FREE FROM 10.00pm
1
DIRTY DEEDS – AC/DC
2
ALMOST FAMOUS
8
NO SECRETS – THE ANGELS
9
PARTY VIBE
16
LATE SHIFT
23
SINGLED OUT
30
SURPRISE PARTY
15 CALIFORNICATION – RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS 22 ELEVATION – U2 29
WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS – QUEEN DIRTY DEEDS AC/DC
Singled OUT
ELEVATION - U2
August Entertainment ELVIS ALIVE SATURDAY AUGUST 6
7PM
A larger than life production, based on the phenomenon of Elvis Presley. This show focuses on the vivacity and genius that was Elvis, brought to life by the man voted Australia’s finest Elvis impersonator 3 years running, Paul Fenech. Whether it was the raw 50’s, the birth of rock n roll, the 1968 Comeback Special, or the sold out shows in Vegas, this show will take you back as if you were there. Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE: MONDAY July 4
THE FARNHAM & JONES SHOW SATURDAY AUGUST 13
7PM
A double whammy of singing styles and world class impressions. Expect to hear John Farnham hits such as You’re the Voice, Age of Reason, Help and Sadie. Plus, the recreation of the sound of Tom Jones’ hits like Delilah, It’s Not Unusual and Green Grass of Home are simply mind-blowing! This show treats patrons to a fast-paced, colourful and exciting Vegas style production. Tickets: MEMBERS $8 I NON MEMBERS $10 ON SALE: MONDAY JULY 4
ROSS WILSON & THE PEACENIKS SATURDAY AUGUST 20
9PM
From Daddy Cool to Mondo Rock, as a solo artist to songwriter, Ross Wilson is one of Australia’s most respected and well-known artists. From the legendary band Daddy Cool whose number one anthem Eagle Rock smashed all previous sales records in Australia to the 1977 formation of Mondo Rock, delivering hits such as Cool World, State of The Heart, Chemistry, No Time, and Come Said The Boy before Ross left to pursue a solo career, with the 1989 release of Dark Side of the Man spawning the hit Bed of Nails. Tickets $30 ON SALE NOW No Free Tickets
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL IN CONCERT SUNDAY AUGUST 21
3PM
Inspired by a hot flush and a bottle of wine, Menopause the Musical is a celebration of women who are on the brink of, in the middle of, or have survived ‘The Change’. This smash hit musical has been seen by almost 1 million women in Australia and continues to attract sellout shows wherever it goes. Tickets $40 ON SALE NOW No Free Tickets
FOREVER ROD STARRING DAVE BATTAH Special guest Ashleigh Toole presents the hits of Cher
SATURDAY AUGUST 27
No Free Tickets
VIDEO
Visit www.wentyleagues.com.au for sample videos of shows All Saturday Starlight Shows are over 18 only
7PM
After spending thousands of hours studying and practising Rod’s voice and style, Dave Battah now perfectly duplicates all the music and moves of Rod Stewart. David will perform all the hits including Hot Legs and Do Ya’ Think I’m Sexy as well as the romantic ballads such as The First Cut is the Deepest, Have I Told You Lately and Broken Arrow. Australian Idol finalist Ashleigh Toole, will also ‘turn back time’ on the night with a tribute to her favourite artist, Cher. Tickets: Members $15 I Non Members $18 ON SALE: MONDAY July 4
KIDS’ Entertainment TINY TOTS Tuesday 11am – 2pm every Tuesday
Entertain the kids while you catch up with other mums, dads and grandparents every Tuesday. June 7 Pat a Python, Touch a Turtle & Smile at a Crocodile with the Reptiles Rule Show 14 Craft Day with Cheekie the Clown & the gang plus fun and games 21 Paint and decorate your own special plaster from the plaster fun house *One plaster per child. Additional plasters available at cost.
28 Bop til you drop at our Kid’s Disco and Karaoke Party
July 5 Old McDonald Farm Show followed by a Magic Show Extravaganza 12 Meet the cute Kindifarm animals including lambs, kids, a piglet, a calf, sheep and goats, chickens, rabbits and ducks 19 Fun with Cheekie the Clown & the gang including face painting and games 26 Sydney’s favourite comedy magician performs in two live shows (11.15am and 12.45pm)
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Sub Clubs
Sub Clubs DISTRICT RUGBY LEAGUE
INDOOR BOWLS
NSW Cup
At the moment we have a full complement of bowlers for Wednesdays, however we are in need of bowlers for Thursday evenings. Come along and have a try! All you need to start off is a pair of bowls shoes (no heels and no pattern on the sole of any kind). If you would like to join us at Wentworthville Leagues indoor bowls, a shirt will be provided. Joining fees are $10 annually. Our last competition, the Mixed drawn triples was played on April 17. A wonderful day was had by all and congratulations go to all the players who helped make the day such a success. A very special thanks goes to Carmen & Robert Jones and Joe Fenech for the work they put in to make everything run smoothly on the day. Winners: Sheelah Poulton (Lead), Judith Norgrove (Second), Robert Jones (Skip). Runners Up: Ronda May (Lead), John Chew (Second), Col O’Brien (Skip). Our upcoming competitions include the Ladies Singles on June 19, the Men’s Singles on August 7 and the Drawn Mixed Pairs on September 18. Results of these games will be in a later edition of the Journal. Fay Peter – Publicity Officer
After what was a strong recruiting of personnel during the off season and with an expectation of a strong contingent of Parramatta players, Coach Brett Cook would have been looking forward to a successful season. The NSWRL Competitions commenced on March 12 with a Launch at Leichhardt Oval. Wentworthville were matched against a strong Auckland Vulcans side and although being competitive were ultimately beaten 20-12. Following a bye in Round 2, Wenty were then able to string together 3 wins against Windsor Wolves 30-18 , Balmain Tigers 18-12 and Manly 20-4 before losing to the 2010 Premiers Canterbury 44-12 and the very strong Cronulla 34-6. Injuries in the Parramatta NRL team have not allowed the normal numbers of players to come back to NSW Cup. This has subsequently put a drain on our Bundy Cup and with continued changing of players obviously effects preparation and combinations. Bundy Cup Coach Aaron McDonald’s expectations of a strong defence of the Premiership won last season started off in the right direction with wins against Kingsgrove Colts 32-14, Bankstown Bulls 20-10, and Windsor Wolves 3818, before losses to the hot Cabramatta 56-24 and The Entrance 30-10. The ship was steadied with a win against Bankstown Sports 17-16 after being behind 16 nil at half time, before a loss to the strong Mounties side 28-18. With another good win against Kingsgrove Colts 54-8, the team is back playing good football. Similar to losses in the NSW Cup, injuries to higher tiered teams have drained on the personnel available. When things settle down I’m sure the best of this team is yet to come. Upcoming events The very popular Annual Family Fun Day run in conjunction with the Wentworthville Leagues Club will be held on July 24. We are looking forward to another huge day. Further info can be found on p11 of this Journal. The Board of WDRLFC have appointed stalwart and long serving player Mark Luland as Club Captain. Congratulations Mark. Ron Bottle - Secretary
JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE At the time of writing we were only a couple of games into the 2011 season so not much to report on. If you are interested in playing this season, you can still register! We will be taking registrations for this season right up until June 30. Visit the club website www.wenty.leaguenet.com.au for all information or call the Club Secretary Allan McGowan on 0419 266 591 for answers to anything you cannot find on the website. Allan McGowan - Secretary
WOMENS BOWLS Our Pennant teams enjoyed many exciting games throughout the Pennant season. The weather was good and the competition even better. Congratulations go to all our teams with a good season had by all. Our congratulations also go to Castle Hill who had a clean sweep of all 4 grades. Bowling Calendar: At the time of writing, we were in the middle of the Major Singles. Major/Minor pairs commence on June 2, Minor singles on June 30, District Triples on June 20 and Consistency Singles on July 28. Social bowls continue each Thursday with names in before 9am. Phone the bowls office on 9896 3581 – All welcome. Friday night mixed bowls has finished for now. The restart date will be noted in next Journal issue. Wenty Ladies Bowls Club is always looking for more ladies to join. Come along and try lawn bowls! It is a game of skill, plus you can be either a social member or competitive member with competitions that run all through the year. Lessons are free with certified coaches. To get started just ring the bowls office on 9896 3581 to make your first appointment. Sonia Baitieri - Publicity Officer
GOLF Recent results from Feb, May and Apr have seen multiple winners of our trophy days, including Rei Reihana with 4 wins, Mark O’Brien with 3 wins and Rob Trent, Frank Martin, Charlie Bannerman, Rob Ruffle and Alan Thompson all with 2 wins. Day event multiple winners have included Rei Reihana and Mark Weyman with 3 wins each and Graham Kenyon, Joe (Keno) Cannon, Bernie Ambrose, Charlie Bannerman all with 2 wins. Also multiple winners of nearest the pin have included Mark O’Brien with 12 wins, Rob Ruffle with 6 wins, Rob Trent with 5 wins, Leon Plotkans and Rei Reihana with 4 wins each and Guzzler’s cups going to Bernie Ambrose on 2 wins and one each to Norm Hindy, Tosca Lipovic, Mark O’Brien and B Grade Rei Reihana. C Grade Norm Hindy had the best round during this period with a net 59, which was 11 under his handicap! One of our most popular events, the Summer Ambrose, has been played with the winning team being Mark O’Brien, Charlie Bannerman, Graham Kenyon and Bernie Ambrose (who will tell you this event was named after him). On the weekend of March 4-6 we had our golf weekend away at Nelson’s Bay where a great time was had by all with the winner over the weekend being Ian McCann (yes, our Leagues Club President) from runner-up Billy Hilder. Special thanks to Lance Clarke, who lives there playing with the club on Sunday, who donated some prizes. Our challenge against Gosford was played with Wenty winning the shield 293 points to 275 points. Upcoming games for June are as follows: 19 June - Leonay Over 50’s (must have birth certificate) 26 June - Woodville followed by our ½ yearly meeting back at the club. Alan Thompson – President
DARTS Finals for the Western Sydney Darts competition commenced in May. Congratulations to all teams that have progressed to the finals. Congratulations also to Terrianne Hughes for making the NSW State team. Well done to all the Wenty players who tried out for State Representation. Social numbers have died down due to the colder weather. Thank you to those who are attending and supporting the club. We hope to see more people attending in the coming weeks. Wenty Leagues Darts Club started our club events in March. Dan Cross Money Challenge Winners: Alan Hunter and Megan Holstein Runners Up: Jason Hobson and Stephanie Howe President’s Trophy Handicap Singles Men’s Winner: Dave Harrison - Runner Up: John Rook Ladies Winner: Ruth Gotts - Runner Up: Lorraine Nelson On the night of the Money Challenge, the Dart players helped raise money for Epilepsy Awareness Day (Purple Day). In total we raised $248.50. I would like to thank all
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those who donated as this is a good cause and hope we can raise more money next year. The coming events are: - Darts and Snooker Social Challenge day on Sunday 19 June - Dennis Cromack Open Singles on Saturday 18 June - Darts Club Handicap Singles on Saturday 23 July Good luck to all those who attend. Presentation night is on November 26 at Wentworthville Leagues Club’s Lucido Italian Restaurant. Tickets go on sale from July 1 at $25 each. Limited numbers available so make sure you get in early to secure your tickets. Hope to see you at social on Friday nights and at our club events. Josephine Nobbs - Publicity Officer
MENS BOWLS Since our last report the Mens Bowls held a successful Graded Triples sponsored by Terry Shields Toyota, Parramatta. The winner was B Lancaster (St Johns Park) with C Zahra of Wenty Leagues as the Runner Up. Our Club Championships and State Pennants were delayed due to the bad weather interruptions. The Major Singles and Minor Singles were underway but were incomplete, also because of the weather. In the Major Singles, Gary Reynolds is playing Tony Stokes and in the Minor Singles Noel Ponton is playing Alan Fowler. The Minor Pairs has commenced and the Major Pairs draw has been completed. Five of our players have been selected in Zone 10 teams to play against Zone 12. Chris Couchman and Craig Maythers have been selected in the A-side, whilst Sean Nelson, Tony Stokes and Greg Stuart have been selected in the B-side. Gary Reynolds and Dennis Harmer have been selected in the Zone 10 Seniors side in the Metropolitan Seniors Competitions. The Zone 10 Midweek Triples Competition commenced on April 27 and we have a C-Grade side competing. We have two major events coming up: Penguin Pairs sponsored by BP Wentworthville 29 May 11 & 12 June Wenty Magpies Triples Tournament Merv Wright – Publicity Officer
SWIMMING On March 19 we travelled up to Southport for the Annual AIF Carnival with over 500 swimmers taking part. Sylvia Lee swam in 85+ and won the event and even broke a record – Congratulations Sylvia. Sylvia is also having a Trophy named after her. The weather wasn’t very kind to us on the day of the Carnival. It was the worst rain in Southport for over 40 years. Never the less, we all got drowned whether we swam or not. In the evening we went to the Southport Sharks AFL Club for a lovely dinner and presentation night. A good night was had by all. Thank you to Tom, Peter, Sean, John and Sylvia for helping out at the Carnival. The AIF Carnival will be held in Dubbo in 2012. We are off to Queanbeyan on the June long weekend to swim at Duntroon for our Annual Legacy Carnival. On April 9 we had our Presentation Night at the Bowling Club. On April 17 we held our AGM followed by a nice morning tea. The Committee for 2011-2012 is as follows: President Mr T Lamont Vice President Mr H Amber Secretary Miss R Thompson Treasurer Mr A Jolly Captain Mr D Finch Vice Captain Mrs M Cohen Recorder Mrs B Lamont Social Secretary Mrs M Farebrother Publicity Officer Mrs J Rochford Committee Mrs R Hill & Miss S Ellis On behalf of the Members we would like to thank our retiring President for all the hard work he has done for the club and trying to save our pool. We hope you and Sue enjoy your new life up the coast. Joyce Rochford – Publicity Officer
LINEDANCING Beginners continue to flock to our very friendly sessions. Our next 8 week course for absolute beginners starts on July 4 at 7pm in the Wally Webster Sports Complex (situated next to the club at Ringrose Oval). Rain, hail or snow this winter will not stop the fun to be had while keeping fit and keeping the winter weight at bay. Book directly with our instructor Julie on 9560 0584 or just turn up on the night. Kids are always free, so bring the family. The Wenty Leagues Club Linedancers have been invited by the Sussex Inlet Linedancers to attend their Annual Charity Social held at Sussex RSL on June 18. The afternoon country dance workshop will be instructed by Julie Talbot (our Wenty instructor) and attended by other line dancers from near and far country regions. A great time to network and make new friends. Our regular Wentworthville monthly charity fundraising for Ronald McDonald House Westmead continues to be greeted with great enthusiasm from both parties. A big thank you to the 8 dancers and their guests who represented the Wenty Linedancers and performed at the Pink Ribbon Breakfast for breast cancer research in May. Join up Now - See ya’ all on the dance floor Julie Talbot
NETBALL At the time of writing, due to wet weather our Round 2 games were cancelled, so we were yet to play our first game at BCNA. The excitement of playing at the new association is still high and all players are really looking forward to some great games of netball with every team being given the best opportunity available to win each game. Our teams remain at 9 senior teams and 6 junior teams. Ensuring the future of our Netball Club: We have had a very strong turnout for our Nursery Squad (4-6 year olds) where we show the little ones general ball skills and associated netball skills. Our little champions train every Monday night at 5.30 for half an hour. Registration costs are only $10 for the season (Finishes at end of October). So if you know of anyone little ones who might be interested in coming down to the training courts at Ringrose Park and having a run, please feel free to provide them with our Secretary’s contact details - Jody Manson, Ph 0414 320 525. We are also in the process of ordering tracksuits for our players so we are both warm during the colder months and united and loud & proud in the Wenty colours. If you wish to order a tracksuit (Total Cost $60) please contact our equipment officer’s Rachelle Hopwood - 0413 723 112 or Melissa Morris. That is all for now, and I look forwarding to sharing our successful start at BCNA with everyone. Remember to visit our website www.wentyleagues.netball.asn.au Kellie Denning – Publicity Officer
CRICKET While the cricket season may be over, behind the scenes, things are still busy. Our Junior presentation will be held in the Starlight Room on May 15 and the Seniors at Wenty Bowling Club on June 3. We are awaiting plans from council for the redevelopment of Monty Bennett complex. This would be a great addition to our ground when these plans are approved and add much to the ground if these facilities are upgraded. Our AGM is being held on June 27 in the Sub Club Committee room of the Leagues Club. Please come along and have a say in how our club is run. Aaron Martin - Secretary
SQUASH The club has 18 teams playing in the 2011 Autumn Pennant Competition. The finals will be played during the week commencing June 27 and the Grand Finals the following week. The first round of the 2011 Spring Pennant Competition will commence on August 15. During the break between the two Pennant Competitions, the Club will be holding its Annual Handicap Event. The event is a great opportunity for lower graded Club
members to play members of a higher grade. The finals of the Handicap event will be played on August 4. A number of our members will travel to Cardiff over the weekend 25/26 June to participate in the 2011 NSW Masters Squash Championships followed by another tournament in Port Macquarie 30/31 July 2011. The 1/2 Year General Meeting is to be held on June 22 at the Coolibah Fitness Centre commencing at 7.30pm. The Club’s Annual Presentation night will be held at the Leagues Club on August 12. Keep fit - Play Squash Rob Spooner – Secretary
DOMINO CLUB Our Competitions have commenced for 2011 and are well underway. Results of our weekly games are as follows: 3 March S Keniry 10 March R Chaperon 17 March B Casey & J Brennan 24 March R Edouard & G Smith 31 March A Kazangi 7 April G & R Caine 14 April G Hall, F Flaviano 21 April R Garden 28 April A Kazangi, P Jolly On a sadder note I have to inform you of the passing of our friend and fellow member Bruce Hall who will be sadly missed. Dominoes are played every Thursday night – Names in by 7.15pm and game starts at 7.30pm. If you are running late, phone Shirley on 0405 414 944. Shirley Keniry – Secretary
QUINLAN SHIELD Round 1 (March 17) v North Sydney at North Sydney Bowls lost 8½-3½, Snooker won 6-3, Table Tennis won 5-4. Overall Wenty won 4-2. Round 2 (March 23) v Mounties at Mounties - Bowls won 7½-4½, Snooker won 5-4, Table Tennis lost 9-0. Overall Wenty won 4-2. Round 3 (March 30) v Canterbury at Wenty - Bowls lost 7½-4½, Snooker won 5-4, Table Tennis lost 7-2. Overall Wenty lost 4-2. Round 4 (April 6) v Norths at Wenty - Bowls won 9-3, Snooker lost 5-4, Table Tennis won 7-2. Overall Wenty won 4-2. Round 5 (April 13) v Mounties at Wenty - Bowls won 11-1, Snooker lost 5-4, Table Tennis lost 8-1. Overall Wenty lost 4-2. Round 6 (April 20) v Canterbury at Canterbury - Bowls lost 8-4, Snooker lost 6-3, Table Tennis lost 5-4. Overall Wenty lost 6-0. Round 7 (April 27) v Norths at Wenty - Bowls won 7½-4½, Snooker drew 4-4, Table Tennis won 7-2. Overall Wenty won 5-1. Round 8 (May 4) v Mounties at Mounties - Bowls won 8-4, Snooker lost 6-3, Table Tennis lost 9-0. Overall Wenty lost 4-2. With only one round to go at the time of writing, Wenty would finish in third position and will play off in the semifinal. All teams would also make the play-offs. The results will be published in the next issue of The Journal. Yours in sport, Doreen Anderson - Secretary
TABLE TENNIS The Summer Competition of Table Tennis Western Sydney in now half way through and the teams representing Wentworthville are right in the mix for semi-final positions. Our A and B (Red) grade teams currently sit in third place on the ladder while in C grade our Silver team is currently in first position and our Black team in hot pursuit in third position. Other teams in B and C grade have been feeling the pressure but will continue to play to the best of their ability to assist all teams in their endeavours to make the semifinals. Good luck to all.
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
6pm
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
Sub Clubs continued In the Quinlan Shield competition on Wednesday nights Table Tennis is solid in third position on the ladder. As always, all players new or experienced are most welcome on Monday evenings for our handicap competition. We have revamped the format to encourage players who have not only participated in the past but, as always, we are seeking to grow our sport within the Club with new players particularly welcome. Registration 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
GOSHIN JU-JITSU If you would like to join us, you are most welcome to. Come and talk to the instructors or a committee member and then either sit and watch the students training or join them on the mat. Rick Cefai, our Sensei, grades the students as soon as he thinks they are ready to move on to the next level of their belts. Our club trains on a Wednesday night at the Wally Webster complex from 7-8pm, with the senior class training from 8-9pm. We do not train in the school holidays. Ray Bligh – President
SNOOKER We are halfway through our Western District’s snooker and billiards competition. Our B Grade is currently in the top four. Our C Grade is also in the top four. Our snooker team in Quinlan Shield are in the top three. Don’t forget, we still hold our Tuesday Night Social Knockout Competition with the knockout starting at 7.30 in the magpie area. Keep Potting Grant Pulley – Publicity Officer
WHEELKINGS The WheelKings are about to enter their 10th National Wheelchair Basketball League season sponsored by Wenty Leagues and firmly believe that this year’s team is primed to return to the playoffs. After a disappointing 5th place finish in 2010, the team has put in 4 months of pre-season training and have moved to a new, high-quality venue at the Sydney University Sports and Aquatic Centre, Coddington Rd, Darlington. They will play 4 games there with the other 2 ‘home’ games to be played in Darwin in late August as a showcase for this exciting sport. It is a major promotional coup for the NWBL which will hopefully lead to a team from Darwin entering the league in the coming years. Whilst there, the WheelKings will be doing clinics for disabled youth, particularly from the Aboriginal community. The Northern Territory government is on board and hopefully will be bringing in disabled children from remote communities to join in the fun.
Home Games 6pm Saturday 18 June versus West Sydney Razorbacks 12pm Saturday 26 June versus Wollongong Roller Hawks 5pm Saturday 30 July versus Perth Wildcats 12pm Sunday 31 July versus Perth Wildcats The full schedule and all the latest news can be found at www.wheelkings.org.au Michael King - Secretary
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. Our recent Wednesday night winners were: Mar 9 Judy Hargraves, Bill Seinor & Brian Hogan Mar 16 Caroline Arona, Frances, Boxall, Brian Hogan & Mick Prestipino Mar 23 Mick Prestipino, Janelle Kirkbride, & Caroline Arona Mar 30 Bill Seinor, Allan Ruppell, Frank Flaviano & Barrie Hewitt Apr 6 Barrie Hewitt, Judy Byrnes & Bill Seinor Apr 13 Judy Hargraves, Judy Byrnes, Rob Fountain, Brian Hogan, Janelle Kirkbride, Mick, Prestipino & Michael Smith Apr 20 Brian Hogan, Judy Byrnes, Frank Flaviano, Rob Fountain, Marion Green, Barrie Hewitt, Colin Levingston, Mick Prestipino & Tony Zumbo Apr 27 Tony Zumbo, Marion Green, Barrie Hewitt, Brian Hogan & Robert McMurtry The Aileen Downing Memorial Tournament held at Wenty Leagues Club on March 27 was a great success. The winners were: 1st Margaret Charlton, Phill Charlton and Leesa Doyle 2nd Caroline Arona, Vera Critchley and Marion Green Cecileen Hill, Brian Hoban and Beryl Taylor Craig Camilleri, Dylan Hall and Idris Hall The winners of the Doubles Euchre Tournament, hosted by the Dolphins and Seals Teams from the Mounties Club, on April 17 were: 1st George Asciak and Diane Leonard 2nd Joan Black and Karen Stevenson Judy Byrnes and Vera Critchley The next Western Districts Inter-Club Euchre Doubles Tournament will be held at St Marys Band Club on Sunday 10 July 2011. Entries close on Thursday 7 July. Anyone who can play Euchre may enter a team. Contact Marion for more details and entry forms for this event. Marion Green - Secretary
FISHING CLUB
Calling all Fisho’s! Did you know that Wenty Leagues has its very own Fishing Club? Once a month the fishing club boat departs from Kiama Harbour at 6am and returns around 2pm. For members of Wenty Leagues, it costs just $10 to join the fishing club. Fishing trips cost $50 per person for the day which includes bait and cups of tea or coffee. The fish you catch on a trip are your own so you can cook a seafood feast that night. The boat takes up to 10 members with the age of current members varying from 30 to 80 years old.
Club Contacts Mens Bowls President: George Mumford Secretary: Paul Thompson Bowls Coordinator: Dennis Harmer 8868 9370 Womens Bowls President: Jan Cunningham Secretary: Joyce Rochford 9863 5420 Cricket Club President: Justin Isaacs Secretary: Aaron Martin 0414 322 574 Darts Club President: Paul Trethewey Secretary: Ian Merry 0410 507 165 Domino Club President: Abrahim Kazangi Secretary: Shirley Keniry 0405 414 944 Euchre Club President: Frank Flaviano Secretary: Marion Green 9636 2502 Fishing Club President: Stamford Gabriel Secretary: Michael Nash 0409 030 460 Golf Club President: Alan Thompson Secretary: Leon Plotkans 0412 404 660 Indoor Bowls President: Barrie Craig Secretary: Patricia Gargan 9681 4242 Goshin Ju-Jitsu President: Ray Bligh Secretary: Jen Pearson 0414 712 520 Netball Club President: Judy Paton Secretary: Jody Manson 0414 320 525 Quinlan Shield President: Ken Darke Secretary: Doreen Anderson 9689 2179 Wenty Wheelkings Gerry Hewson 0448 726 365 WDRLFC (NSW & Bundy Red Cups) President: Jason Grant Secretary: Ron Bottle 0410 766 030 WUJRLFC (Junior Rugby League) President: Sam Gambin Secretary: Allan McGowan 0419 266 591 Snooker & Billiards Club President: Alan Holland Secretary: Grant Pulley 0421 955 107
The fishing trips are quite relaxed however there is a competitive side. The fish you catch are weighed at the end of the day with points awarded for the size of your catch. The fisho with the most points at the end of the year becomes club champion.
Squash Club President: Elwyn Griffiths Secretary: Rob Spooner 0434 000 656
To join the fishing club it is recommended you have some fishing experience as you will need to make your own rigs and be able to rough the seas. If you are interested in joining the fishing club then come along to one of our committee meetings, which are held every second Wednesday of each month at 6.30pm. We will run through everything with you at the meeting and answer any questions you may have. For any other information, simply call the fishing club Secretary Michael Nash on 0409 030 460.
Swimming Club President: Tom Lamont Secretary: Robin Thomson 9636 8613
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Table Tennis Club President: Gavin Bland Secretary: Peter Higgs 0418 472 508
General Information
General Information Wenty Leagues contact info 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
SHUTTLE BUS TIMETABLE NEW TIMETABLE COMMENCES WED 8 JUNE For pick-ups or enquiries call 8868 9200 South Run North Run Wednesday 5:15 6:15 7:15 8:45 9:45 10:45 Thursday 5:15 6:15 7:15 8:45 9:45 10:45 Friday 5:15 6:15 7:15 8:45 9:45 10:45 11:45 12:45 Saturday - 10:45 12:00 1:00 2:00 2:45 4:00 5:30 6:30 7:30 8:30 9:45 10:45 11:45 12:45 Sunday - 3:45 4:45 5:30 6:15 7:30 8:30 9:30 10:30 -
All information correct at time of printing. We apologise for any changes after this time.
The Wentworthville Leagues Club Group supports the Responsible Service of Alcohol and the Responsible Conduct of Gaming
CHILDREN Wenty Leagues Club is a family friendly venue and we welcome children of all ages. To ensure that all of our customers have a comfortable, safe and enjoyable experience, the Club has a number of rules in place for children when on our premises as follows: • Children must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult at all times. • Children are not permitted to be in the Wentworth Bar & Lounge, the Explorers Bar & Lounge, the Magpie Bar, the TAB or the Gaming Floor area (even when accompanied by an adult). • Children are not permitted on Club premises after 9:30pm and will not be
admitted onto Club premises after 9:00pm (unless attending a private function or finishing dining in the Imperial Dragon Restaurant). • Use of the play area located adjacent to the Lucido Lounge is restricted to children aged between 2 and 7 inclusive. Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times when they are utilising the play area. • The play area will close at 9:00pm each night. • Children must have footwear on at all times including when using the play area. The accompanying responsible adult is to ensure that their child behaves in an
appropriate manner when on Club premises and refrains from behaviour which is likely to cause discomfort or inconvenience to other patrons. Such behaviour includes, but is not limited to, loud squealing, running around unsupervised between tables, swearing and pushing or fighting with other children. Unacceptable behaviour of a Minor may result in the Minor and their accompanying Responsible Adult being asked to leave the Club premises.
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Wednesday Night Member Promotion
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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Win the Ultimate Race Day
Experience
Win the Ultimate Race Day experience for you and three mates at the Tooheys New Golden Rose on Saturday 27 August 2011. This sensational prize includes: • Transfers to and from the Club to Rosehill Race Track • Entry to the races • Food & Beverage • Watch the Golden Rose from the parade ring • Celebrate in the winner’s room with the sponsors & winning connections • Best bet and late mail from one of Australia’s leading tipsters To enter simply purchase a middy or schooner of Tooheys New from any Wenty Leagues bar from Monday 4 July 2011.* Terms and Conditions: Limit one entry per person per day. Promotion closes midnight Tuesday 9 August 2011. Winner drawn 7pm Wednesday 10 August 2011. Authorised under NSW Permit No. LTPS/11/04241
The
Radiators
30 Years old and still going strong! Saturday 2 July 9pm Tickets: Members $10 | Non Members $12
Tickets available online at www.wentyleagues.com.au, in person at reception and by phone 8868 9200
Catch the Jim Beam
Party Crew from 8:30
pm