CELEBRATE MOTHER’S DAY AT WENTY
$100,000 UP FOR GRABS
NEW DINING EXPERIENCE
COMING SOON
MAY, JUNE & JULY 2026
$100K $100K
PRESIDENT’S REPORT
Dear Members, It has been a strong start to the year at Wenty Leagues, with positive momentum across the Club and a continued focus on delivering for our members and community.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
We are particularly excited about our new partnership with the Dedes Waterfront Group and the introduction of Alati. This collaboration represents an important step forward in enhancing our dining offering, and we look forward to welcoming members to experience this new chapter when it opens.
Our commitment to the community remains at the heart of everything we do. It is pleasing to see the continued strength of our community initiatives and the meaningful connections we are building through our Heart of Wenty programs and partnerships. The Club also continues to play an important role in bringing people together for life’s special moments. Whether it’s celebrating milestones, connecting with family and friends,
or simply enjoying time at the Club, Wenty Leagues remains a place for our community to come together.
We encourage all members to attend the upcoming Annual General Meeting on Sunday 24th May from 10am. The AGM is an important opportunity to stay informed, hear firsthand about the Club’s performance, and gain insight into the exciting projects and initiatives planned for the future of your Club.
Warm regards,
Ian McCann CLUB PRESIDENT
DAVID MUMFORD DIRECTOR
LAURIE CAPOVILLA DIRECTOR
IAN MCCANN PRESIDENT
ALAN FOWLER DIRECTOR
JODY MANSON DIRECTOR
JUSTIN ISAACS VICE PRESIDENT
ADAM CROMACK DIRECTOR
ROD PRITCHARD DIRECTOR
CEO’S REPORT
Dear Members,
It is both an honour and a privilege to step into the role of Chief Executive Officer at Wenty Leagues. I am grateful for the opportunity to lead a strong and community-focused organisation, and I look forward to building on the great work already underway across the Club.
2026
We look forward to welcoming many members and guests into the Club to celebrate special occasions, including Mother’s Day and other important milestones throughout the year. Through Wenty Events, our dedicated team is ready to help create memorable celebrations, from milestone birthdays and engagements to christenings and more.
We have a number of exciting moments ahead, including the upcoming Magpie Family Fun Day on 5th July, which continues to be a highlight on the Club’s calendar. Held at Ringrose Oval, the day brings together our community for a great atmosphere, with three games of football providing the opportunity to support the Wenty Magpies.
Our Christmas in July raffles will provide another opportunity for members to come together and enjoy the atmosphere of the Club, while our Dollar Doors promotion will continue
to deliver value back to our members, with $100,000 being given away over five weeks.
As we move forward, our focus remains on delivering high-quality experiences, strengthening our connection with members, and continuing to evolve the Club.
I am proud to be part of Wenty Leagues at such an exciting time and look forward to leading the Club into its next phase of growth and connection with our members and community.
Warm regards,
Stuart Jamieson CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Notice is hereby given that the 68th Annual General Meeting of Wentworthville Leagues Club Ltd (ACN 000 244 459) will be held at the premises of the club.
SUNDAY 24 MAY 2026
50 Smith Street, Wentworthville
Commencing at 10:00am | Registration at 9:00am
Refreshments provided
Any questions of a financial nature arising from the Annual Report or in General Business are to be made in writing and forwarded to the Chief Executive Officer by 10am, Sunday 17 May.
For and on behalf of the Board of Directors
Stuart Jamieson | Chief Executive Officer
A Day of Health, Connection & Celebration at our Seniors Wellness Fair
Our Alfresco space was alive with energy as we hosted our annual Seniors Wellness Fair in celebration of Seniors Week, in March. The event brought together seniors, local organisations, and health experts for a day focused on wellness, engagement, and connection. With a goal of empowering our older members and guests, the fair provided access to health services, educational resources, and interactive activities designed to encourage active, healthy living.
Attendees explored a wide range of experiences, from Heart Checks with Heartbeat of Sport to brain training exercises led by Age Lab. Local support organisations, including Seniors Rights Service, Assistance Dogs Australia, Sir Roden and Lady Cutler Foundation, Cumberland Men's Shed, New Age Hearing, and Cumberland City Council, provided guidance, information, and services tailored to seniors’ needs. We also showcased our sporting sub-clubs, highlighting opportunities for seniors of all abilities to stay active, engaged, and socially connected.
More than just a day of services, the fair became a celebration of community. Seniors mingled with service providers, exchanged experiences, and discovered practical resources to support their health and well-being. Vendors praised the enthusiasm and engagement of participants, noting how the event strengthened local connections and created meaningful opportunities for interaction. Many attendees left inspired, informed, and motivated to explore new ways to maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle.
A big thank you to everyone who donated and supported this meaningful cause.
Changing the Game for At-Risk Youth
Representatives from six Western Sydney rugby league clubs, including Wenty Leagues recently visited the New South Wales Rugby League Centre of Excellence to see the Changing Rooms program in action. The initiative, founded by former Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs and New South Wales Blues player Paul Langmack, helps young people navigate challenges such as bullying, social media pressures, decisionmaking, and mental fitness. The program provides a safe space where participants can build resilience, discipline, and confidence. Following the visit, we committed to supporting the program’s delivery to expand its reach across the Cumberland Local Government Area.
The program has already shown promising results. Last year’s targeted pilot with the NSW Police Youth Command saw school suspensions among participants drop from eight to zero, while negative behavioural incidents decreased by 48 per cent. The visit concluded with handshakes and smiles, reflecting the shared commitment of local clubs to creating positive pathways and life-changing outcomes for at-risk young people across Western Sydney.
Community Care in Every Cuddle
We were delighted to deliver more than 50 handmade trauma teddies on behalf of the Karabi Knitting Group to support Little Wings. These cuddly companions provide comfort to children travelling to important medical appointments at The Children’s Hospital at
Westmead, helping ease the stress of long journeys and hospital visits. Families have shared their gratitude, highlighting how much the teddies mean to their children during challenging times.
This collaboration between our team, the Karabi Knitting Group, and Little Wings demonstrates how small acts of kindness can make a meaningful difference. By providing comfort and support, the initiative reassures children and families across New South Wales that they are not alone.
A Winning Day of Sport & Community
Youth Off The Streets recently hosted its muchanticipated Annual Netball Gala Day, bringing together students from five schools across Sydney and the South Coast, New South Wales for a day of sport, connection, and community. Teams competed in friendly yet competitive matches, building teamwork, confidence, and positive peer relationships, while cheers and encouragement created a vibrant and supportive atmosphere throughout the venue.
We were proud to support the event, with staff volunteering to help deliver activities and strengthen the partnership between our organisations. While the games were exciting, the true highlight was seeing students encourage one another, celebrate each goal, and embrace the spirit of the day, demonstrating how sport can inspire confidence, friendships, and a stronger sense of community.
SUNDAY 14 JUNE
Wenty Leagues Carpark 11am - 2pm
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
*Gold coin donation with all donations going towards the SES Meet Local Services, Face Painting*, Giveaways & more
COMING SOON
We are proud to announce an exciting new partnership with the highly regarded Dedes Waterfront Group, bringing a fresh dining experience to the Club with the introduction of Alati.
Set to transform the Club’s existing restaurant space, Alati will introduce a contemporary Greek dining destination that celebrates seasonal flavours and the joy of shared dining. The menu will feature many Greek favourites, alongside modern dishes that resonate with Sydney diners today.
With more than 40 years of experience, Dedes Waterfront Group is behind some of Sydney’s most recognised hospitality destinations, known for quality, authenticity and memorable dining experiences.
The addition of Alati will also reintroduce an à la carte-style dining experience at Wenty Leagues, complementing the Club’s broader food offering, including The Plaza and the recently opened Arbor café.
Wenty Leagues President, Ian McCann said the agreement represents another strategic step in strengthening the Club’s already diverse and highquality dining portfolio.
Wenty Leagues has long been recognised for the strength of its food and beverage offering. Partnering with Dedes Waterfront Group further enhances that reputation and reintroduces an à la carte-style experience that complements The Plaza and our recently opened Arbor café. This is about continuing to evolve while building on the strong foundation we already have.
Founder of Dedes Waterfront Group, Con Dedes, said the group was excited to bring its expertise to Western Sydney.
The introduction of Alati marks an exciting new chapter for Wenty Leagues, reinforcing the Club’s position as one of Western Sydney’s leading hospitality venues.
Alati will focus on quality produce, contemporary Greek flavours and warm hospitality. Our goal is to create a restaurant that feels elevated yet welcoming, and one that becomes a destination for both members and the wider Sydney market.
More details, including opening dates and launch events, will be shared in the coming months.
MAY
MONDAY
Sweet & Sour Pork with Jasmine Rice
TUESDAY
Beef Bolognese with Spaghetti
WEDNESDAY
Southern Fried Chicken Burger
THURSDAY
Slow-Braised Beef Casserole
FRIDAY Smoked Salmon Pizza
JUNE
MONDAY Lamb Kofta Burger
TUESDAY
Creamy Chicken Maryland Fricassée
WEDNESDAY
Crispy Pork Belly Burger
THURSDAY
House-Made Beef, Bacon & Cheddar Pie
FRIDAY
Golden Fried Crumbed Calamari
JULY
MONDAY
Louisiana-Style Fried Chicken Tenders
TUESDAY
Moroccan Lamb & Chickpea Soup
WEDNESDAY
Chicken & Leek Pie
THURSDAY
Slow-Cooked Pork Ragù Pasta
FRIDAY
Coconut Prawn Curry
May Special
BRAISED LAMB SHANK
with truffle mash, broccolini, salsa verde & rosemary jus
June Special
PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED CHICKEN SUPREME
with green bean almondine, feta, kipler potatoes & romesco sauce.
with toffee sauce & vanilla bean gelato STICKY DATE
ROAST TURKEY BREAST
with stuffing, roasted Autumn vegetables, gravy & cranberry sauce
Mother’s Day
BREAKFAST
SUNDAY 10 MAY
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Hot Buffet Breakfast 8:00am - 10:30am
$42 per adult | $20 per child*
*Members Price. Child = 5 to 12 years of age. Children under 5 are FREE. Bookings essential. T&C’s apply.
Lunch 11:30am - 3:00pm Dinner 5:00pm - 9:00pm From 9:00am*
Join us in Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
*Bookings unavailable in The Plaza & Arbor. First in first served basis. Additional seating will be available in the Starlight Room. Arbor is 18+ only.
Gifts for mum Raffle
Including Gourmet, Beauty & Active Hampers. Plus Gift Cards. Up to $3,000 TICKETS FROM 5PM | DRAWS BEGIN 6PM THE STARLIGHT ROOM worth of prizes to win for mum
*This raffle replaces the usual Sunday Raffle. Terms & Conditions
TUESDAY 5 MAY 6PM - 8PM INCLUDES CANVAS & ART SUPPLIES Plus a
bottle of Prosecco on arrival
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS SCHOOL
The Alfresco | 10:30am & 11:30am
$15 per child
Thursday 9 July
Minifit Clinic
Ringrose Oval
5-8 year olds: 10am
9-12 year olds: 1pm
FREE REGO
Thursday 16 July
Build a Bear Workshop
The Plaza Nook | 10:30am & 12:00pm
$28 per child
Includes 1 bear with TShirt
FAMILY FUN DAY MAGPIE
MON 6 JUL — FRI 17 JUL
ANY 2 Pizza Mama Pizzas, a Mega 1.7L Jug of Soft Drink & 4 x Kids Ice Creams
$45*
AN ON FIELD EXPERIENCE
EELS V PANTHERS
THURSDAY 23 JULY | 7.50PM
Buy ANY Coca-Cola product between 1 JUNE & 15 JULY for your chance to win
PRIZE INCLUDES
• 4 x Tickets
• On field viewing at the 50m line
• Dedicated seating on level 1
• Exclusive access to the field bar
• Premium food & beverages
in july RAF FLES
1/2 Hams, Christmas Ham & Gift Cards to be won
THURSDAY FROM 6:15PM | SUNDAY FROM 5:00PM | STARLIGHT ROOM
Festive Feeds
this Christmas in July
ROAST TURKEY BREAST
with stuffing, roasted Autumn vegetables, gravy & cranberry sauce
Available during the month of July
SAT 9 MAY | 7:30PM | $59
SAT 16 MAY | 7:30PM | $40
COMEDY FESTIVAL
SAT 23 MAY | 7:30PM | $25 WONDERFUL SAT 30 MAY | 7:30PM | $42
LARGER THAN LIFE
Remembering
Our Past, Celebrating Our Legacy
Wenty Leagues takes great pride in its rich history, built on the dedication, generosity and spirit of its Foundation Members. In this issue, we honour two remarkable individuals whose contributions and legacy continue to shape our Club.
We remember Mr Eric Griffiths, who recently passed away at the age of 95. A true pioneer of Wenty Leagues, Eric became a member on 1 July 1958 and played a significant role in the Club’s earliest days. He was one of just 46 Foundation Life Members who committed to contributing ten pounds, an amount that, at the time, exceeded a week’s wage for many. This collective effort formed a vital part of the Club’s initial fundraising vision.
Newspaper Advert 1958
We also celebrate Mr Eric Lobsey, who has recently reached the incredible milestone of his 100th birthday. A Foundation Member since 1959, his century of life reflects a long and meaningful connection to the Club.
Together, these two men represent both remembrance and celebration, reminding us of where we began and how far we have come. Wenty Leagues extends its deepest gratitude to all Foundation Members, past and present.
The Working Party 1962
SUB CLUB reports
BOWLING CLUB
A strong start to the year at Wenty Leagues Bowling Club
After a refreshing Christmas and New Year break, it has been wonderful to see the greens at Wenty Leagues Bowling Club buzzing with activity once again. Members have returned in strong numbers, and the new year is already shaping up to be another exciting chapter for the club both on and off the greens.
Greens Looking Superb
Both greens are now back in play following their summer maintenance program and the feedback from members has been overwhelmingly positive. Members are reminded to check the roll-up board above the bottom mat box before heading onto the green each day. The board provides guidance on which greens and playing directions are available. Following these instructions helps maintain even wear across both surfaces and ensures the greens remain in top condition throughout the season.
Success on the Big Stage
Wenty bowlers continue to perform strongly both locally and beyond. One of the most remarkable achievements recently came from the Swan family combination, who captured the prestigious South Pacific Fours title once again. The victory marked their third triumph in four years, an extraordinary run that highlights both their consistency and the depth of talent within the Wenty ranks.
Matty Swan and Cameron Curtis captured the Metro North-West Pairs title, earning their place in the upcoming State Playoffs. The pair have been in excellent form and will carry the support of the entire Wenty community as they prepare for the next stage of competition.
Meanwhile, our own Marg Mitchell was a part of the Metro North-West women’s side delivered a terrific performance at the State Region Sides Finals in Yamba, finishing runners-up after a strong campaign.
Community and Competition
The club’s annual Australia Day bowls event once again proved to be a highlight of the social calendar. The greens were packed with players enjoying a day filled with competitive bowls, laughter and great Aussie spirit.
Events like this continue to showcase what makes Wenty special — a welcoming community where competition and camaraderie go hand in hand. Club championships are also producing exciting contests early in the season, including the recent Mixed Pairs Final which provided spectators with a high-quality display of bowls.
Pennant Season Underway
The Open Gender Pennant season is now underway, with the opening rounds producing mixed but encouraging results across the grades. Several Wenty teams have made promising starts and will be looking to build momentum as the competition progresses.
Learning from the Best
A highlight of the early season was the club’s Pennant Induction Night, which proved both informative and inspiring for members preparing for the year ahead.
Experienced players shared valuable insights into tactics and match play, while guest speaker Professor Andrew Gardner captivated the audience with his observations on the mental side of the game.
Wenty Among the Elite
Across New South Wales there are many bowling clubs — but only a select few compete at the highest level. The club’s Platinum Pennant side has also begun strongly, recording two wins and a narrow loss in the opening rounds. A recent home match drew tremendous support from members and the team responded with an impressive performance. The atmosphere around the greens was a great reminder of the pride and passion that surrounds Wenty’s top-level competition.
Wenty Leagues Bowling Club is proud to be one of only twelve Platinum-status clubs in the state, competing in the prestigious TAB Platinum Pennant competition. At the halfway point of the season, the Wenty Magpies sit equal third on the ladder and well placed to push for a spot in the final’s series.
Looking Ahead
Excitement is already building for upcoming events, including the popular Wenty Battlers Tournament on Easter Monday, which is already fully booked with reserve teams waiting.
With championships unfolding, pennant races intensifying and major events on the horizon, there is plenty for members and supporters to look forward to in the months ahead.
One thing is certain — the greens are rolling beautifully, the competition is fierce, and Wenty bowlers are ready for another big year!
Cameron Curtis, Bowls Co-ordinator
CRICKET
It has been a very encouraging period for the club, with consistent performances across multiple grades. We have 7 teams playing finals.
On behalf of the club, we would like to wish all teams the very best of luck in the finals. We encourage members, families and supporters to get down to the grounds and support our players as they compete for premiership success.
Looking ahead, the club continues to focus on player development and participation throughout the year. We will once again be entering teams in the upcoming junior winter cricket competition, providing young players with additional opportunities to continue developing their skills during the off-season.
In addition, the club will be running a winter training program, designed to help players improve their technical skills, fitness and overall game awareness.
Preparations are also underway for the next cricket season, with registrations opening soon. We encourage all returning and new players to keep an eye out for registration announcements and secure their place early.
Finally, members are asked to note the following important club dates:
• Senior Presentation Night: 15 May
• Junior Presentation Day: 17 May
• Annual General Meeting (AGM): 25 May
We thank all players, families, volunteers and supporters for their continued contribution to the club and look forward to an exciting finish.
Cricket Club Committee
DARTS
Welcome to the next chapter of the Wenty Leagues Dart Club.
We are still the place to be on Friday nights with good numbers coming down an enjoying a fun and relaxed night. New players always welcome.
Wenty Leagues Darts Results
February
President’s Trophy – Handicap Singles - Sunday 22 February
Winner Runner Up
Men's Division Dale Manny
Women's Division Lisa Lynda
Presentation Night – 2025 Events – Saturday 28 February
A wonderful evening celebrating the award winners from the 2025 events. Congratulations to all recipients. A fantastic night was enjoyed by everyone.
March
Special Social Darts - Sunday 8 March
Winner Runner Up
Lynda & Rookie Suzanna & Manny
Smithfield/Wenty Friendship Day – Saturday 14 March
A great turnout for our annual Friendship Day, with 23 players from each club battling it out across the day. Congratulations to Smithfield, who secured the win 24–20.
Upcoming Darts Events
April
Date Event Names in by
Friday 10 April Betty Atkin Money Challenge 7.45pm
Entry fee: $10 (includes drink voucher) - All welcome
Sunday 12 April Ken Darke Trophy 9.30am
Nominated Handicap Doubles
May
Date Event Names in by
Sunday 3 May Blue Mountains / Wenty Friendship Day 10.30am
Lawson Bowling Club - 2 Loftus Street, NSW 2783
Entry fee: $5 per player
June
Date Event Names in by
Sunday 14 June Dennis Cromack Open Singles 9.30am
“All Players Welcome” - Men’s & Ladies Singles
Sunday 28 June Darts Club AGM 9.00am
Meeting room near the darts area
Sunday 28 June Darts Club Handicap Singles 10.30am
Darts Club Members Only. Men’s & Ladies playing together
July
Date Event Names in by
Sunday 12 July Club Championship Singles 9.30am
Men’s & Ladies Singles - Open to any Wenty Leagues Club member
Dave Shaw, President
DOMINOS
Domino is a game of tactics and intelligence. It is a numbers game. Dominos are played each Thursday at 7.30 pm near the Magpie Bar. Payment of $1 is required by 7.15pm to enable the draw to be made. Players usually play as a two person team and teams are drawn at random. There may be a singles or triples game depending on the number of starters. Five sets are played and each set finishes when five hands have been won. Most games finish around 9pm. Visitors welcome. No prior experience required.
Results since the last report are as follows –
DATE 1ST 2ND 3RD
05/02 Gloria Bugden & Shirley Keniry Ray Gorbatenko & Col Manton Robbie Chaperon & Keith Williams
12/02 Gil Chaperon & Peter Zaia Robyn Ruxton & Winston Tattersall Andy Galloway & Antoinette Zaia
19/02 Col Manton & Josie Moncrieff Agnelle Edouard & Peter Zaia Robert Garden & Antoinette Zaia
26/02 Carole Vella & Keith Williams Ray Gorbatenko & Pat Jolly Robbie Chaperon & Josie Moncrieff
05/03 Robbie Chaperon & Antoinette Zaia John Chen Gil Chaperon & Keith Williams
SUB CLUB reports
FISHING
On 13 December 2025, our last fishing trip out of Kiama saw us fishing in 120 metres of water until 11am before moving to shallower grounds, where we were unable to hold the bottom. There were seven members on board, and the catch included 19 flathead, two snapper, and large numbers of sergeant baker and mackerel. The biggest fish was a 1.12kg flathead caught by Charlie H, while Lewis M recorded the biggest bag.
On 21 January 2026, we had our first trip on the new boat out of Sydney. It was a great day on a clean, spacious vessel, and a solid feed of fish was caught. The catch included 16 morwong, 10 snapper, two leatherjackets, three pigfish, three flathead, four sergeant baker, and six sweep. The biggest fish was a snapper caught by Nader, while Steve took out the biggest bag at 1.7kg.
On 18 February 2026, it was a beautiful day to be on the water, although strong currents caused a few tangles. The catch included 11 morwong, nine flathead, one pigfish, and one trevally. Frank caught the biggest fish, a 1.3kg trevally, and Lewis recorded the biggest bag at 2.5kg.
On a recent small boats trip to Greenwell Point, five members attended across two boats. Friday’s weather was typical of the South Coast— calm in the morning before the wind picked up—resulting in a modest catch of a few morwong and flathead. Saturday followed a similar pattern, so we headed out earlier. Kevin Rosso and Tracker caught three flathead, while Michael and Phill landed two morwong, one flathead, and a large rock cod. Although only five members attended, it was a fantastic weekend enjoyed by all.
Bill Van de Mortel
GOLF
Well, here we go, nearly a quarter of the way into the year. I hope this report finds everyone well and settling into 2026.
We start with our Presentation Night that was celebrated in January. I hope everyone enjoyed themselves. Congratulations to all the winners and runners-up. Special congratulations to Jarod Simonetta who was our Clubman of the Year, Brian Adams winning the Guzzler of Guzzler and Ryan Payne as the club champion. I would also like to thank the members of the board that attended.
We have kicked off our 2026 calendar with the qualifying for the COW, well done to all those who progressed to the next round. Our next event was our Doubles Matchplay with the final played at Campbelltown on the 8th of March.
Line honours went to Brian and Josh Adams with the runners-up Steve Adams and Elvis Mircevski. Congratulations to all.
Our AGM took place in February which resulted in the election of our new committee members:
• President: Glen Grant
• Secretary: John Iocca
• Treasurer: Danny Chaiban
• Captain: Tim Willet
• Vice-Captain: Rob Ruffle
• Handicapper: Steve Adams
• Match Committee: Leon Plotkans, Jim Clarke and Norm Hindy
Congratulations to all those elected. It is my sincerest hope that we can double down on last year’s efforts and enhance our club for the benefit of all.
Our annual trip took place on the 15th of March to the Central Coast where we played three challenging courses. Newcastle, Pacific Dunes and Nelson Bay. We had mixed weather but still enjoyed our golf, with great company and encouraging feedback from the members.
So far, we have had nine guzzlers over our first ten rounds. Unfortunately, we had a washout at Glenmore Park.
The first three clubman positions are John Iocca (61pts), Brian Adams (51pts) and Frank Pagano (47pts).
However, only one jackpot has gone off since my last report. This was achieved by Frank Soballa at Windsor on the 17th hole. Congratulations!
Finally, we have had more new members join us which is always great news. Richard Crook, John Alha and Sam Testalamuta who have obtained their handicaps as well as Tony Khouri and Anthony Assarati. Welcome to everyone.
That about wraps up March. We are always looking for new members so if you are interested or know someone, please check the sub club website for contact details.
Kind Regards.
Glen Grant, President
GOSHIN JU-JITSU
Goshin Ju-Jitsu teaches a system of unarmed defensive techniques, using an attacker’s momentum against them, which is traditionally based and adapted for modern day situations. It is a modern form of the ancient Ju-Jitsu system, where knowledge, not strength, is required to defeat your attackers.
Ju-Jitsu is a Japanese martial art that can be enjoyed by women, men and children from 8 years of age.
Our year commenced on a high with a strong re-enrolment rate and a significant influx of new students across both the junior and senior classes.
The Goshin Ju-Jitsu AGM was held on Monday 16 March in Magpie Meeting Room 1 at 7.30pm. Congratulations to the following executive committee members for 2026:
• Sensei: Rick Cefai
• Assistant Sensei: Daniel Greenhalgh
• President: Andrew Seck
• Secretary: Amanda Seck
• Treasurer: Deanne Pierce
• Off mat Committee: Caroline Karachristos, Sandra Elzahoul, Reema Saif and all instructors.
• Patron: Ray Bligh
Training is held every Wednesday night during the school term in the Wally Webster Hall from 6.00pm. Junior membership is open to students who are children of members of the Wenty Leagues Club, from the ages of 8 to 18 years.
Our training times are:
• Junior white belt to junior purple belt - 6.00pm to 7.15pm
• Senior belts & new adult students - 7.30pm to 9.00pm
Our books for new junior student registrations are currently closed. We look forward to welcoming new junior students in term 3 when registrations re-open. In order not to miss out on limited vacancies, please click here to be placed on our waiting list for new junior registration.
For all enquiries please email goshinjujitsu@wentyleagues.com.au
Amanda Seck, Secretary
INDOOR BOWLS
We returned to Bowls on 26th January after a good break happy to have a game of Bowls and to catch up with everyone.
Bowls Constitution
After some discussion at our February meeting the committee approved the amended constitution so it can move to the next step in the approval process.
Club Championships
Our members Mixed Drawn Triples championship will be played on Wednesday 15 April results will be in our next report. By 14 of our members.
Annual Meeting
Our annual general meeting will be held on Wednesday 25 March at 1.30pm in Magpie Meeting room
New Members
New members are welcome to play on Wednesdays starting at 10.30am and Thursday starting at 6.30pm.
Barrie Craig, President
NETBALL
The 2026 season is well underway for Wenty Leagues Netball Club, with our winter competition beginning in April at the Blacktown City Netball Association courts. This year the club is proudly fielding 26 competition teams, reflecting the continued growth and strength of our netball community.
Following our Annual General Meeting, we are pleased to announce the 2026 Committee:
• Kellie Denning – President
• Vanessa Arena – Vice President
• Sue Smith – Secretary
• Melissa Morris – Registrar
We thank these committee members for volunteering their time and leadership to support the ongoing success of Wenty Leagues Netball Club.
Training has commenced across all teams, with our dedicated coaches working closely with players to develop skills, teamwork and confidence throughout the season. The commitment shown by our coaches, managers and volunteers continues to play an important role in the development of players across all age groups.
We are also extremely proud to celebrate the strong representative presence from Wenty players selected in squads for the 2026 representative season. The following athletes have been named in representative programs:
Blacktown Representative Squads
Montana Shanaya Stevie Nora Meriana
14 Years 15 Years Open - 31 years
Innez Arieta Elizabeth Saraiya Zoe Ella Makaela Ava
Metro League Teams
Metro Team 1 Metro Team 3
Tahlia Sienna Akur Jiann Nevaeh Francine
In addition, Sarah has been selected in the Liverpool Metro representative squad, highlighting the strength of Wenty athletes across multiple associations.
These selections are a wonderful achievement for our players and a reflection of the dedication shown both on and off the court. Wenty Leagues Netball Club congratulates all players and wishes them the very best as they represent their associations throughout the season.
SUB CLUB reports
As the season progresses, the club looks forward to continuing to support our teams each weekend and celebrating the development and achievements of our players.
We thank the Wenty Leagues Club, our members, families, coaches and volunteers for their ongoing support of Wenty Leagues Netball Club.
Sue Smith, Publicity Officer
SNOOKER & BILLIARDS
The Snooker and Billiards is going well and new members are joining every week as well as previous members are re-joining the Club.
Come and join our Weekly Competitions below
• Monday Nights – Billiards (fees and prizes apply)
• Alternate Monday Nights – RSL Competitions
• Tuesday Nights – Snooker (fees and prizes apply)
• Wednesday & Thursday Nights – Western District competitions
Scratch Snooker Competition will be held on Sunday 29 March in the Snooker room near the Magpie Bar.
We also run in-house and interclub competitions regularly throughout the year across various locations, grades, and skill levels.
To participate in any of these games and competitions, you need to join the Snooker and Billiards Club. A one-off membership fee of $20 per year gives you access to all these competitions (some competitions may require a small entry fee).
Members may also apply for one of the many committee positions once they have been a financial member for two consecutive years and have a good membership record.
The club has been around for over 60 years and is still going strong thanks to the support of Wenty Leagues Club and our members. The committee meets on the first Monday of every month to discuss new and ongoing matters and to make decisions that benefit the Sub-Club. Every financial Snooker Club member is welcome to attend. New felt and table markings were installed on the five snooker tables in February this year, making the tables easier and more enjoyable to play on.
Snooker cues and jiggers have been sanded to make them safer to handle, and some older cues have been replaced with new ones. All club balls are cleaned regularly to improve shot accuracy during play.
We look forward to your continued support and participation this year. Regards,
Fred Sabbagh, Club Secretary
SQUASH
Western District Autumn Pennant Competition 2026.
The Autumn Pennant competition commenced early in March 2026. I am pleased to report that the Squash Club was successful in forming 16 teams to play in that competition, the same number of teams that was entered in the Western District Spring Competition in 2025. The players in these teams are graded according to individual performance rankings and so often include both men and women. The Autumn Pennant competition is played over 15 home and away rounds, followed by semi-finals and finals in June 2026.
Squash Court shortage in the Western District
There is a critical shortage of squash courts in the Western Sydney. For this reason, squash courts at Bossley Park are being used for the first time as home courts for four Squash Club teams. While this arrangement is less than ideal, no other options were available. This critical shortage of squash courts is hampering the growth of competition squash in the Western District which now has by far the smallest district competition in metropolitan Sydney. Meanwhile, the other 12 Squash Club teams continue to use squash courts at Northmead as their home courts. The CEO of Squash NSW, Scott Murray, has continued to advocate for new squash courts to be constructed in Western Sydney, although so far without success.
Squash Club Presentation Dinner
The Annual Squash Club Presentation Dinner was held at Wenty Leagues Club on Sunday 8th March. Trophies and prizes were presented to members of teams that won in Divisions 1, 2, 3 and 4 and members of teams that finished as runners up were acknowledged. Trophies and prizes were presented also to those successful in the Club Championships which began in December 2025 and concluded in February 2026. To conclude the evening, the much-anticipated Club Person of the Year was announced. The winner was Bernard Worsley, the Secretary of the Squash Club whose tireless work for members seemingly knows no bounds. Congratulations Bernard!
Lastly, the Squash Club Committee gladly acknowledges the excellent Wenty Leagues Events Team staff who worked hard to make the Presentation Dinner a great success. Thank you, your efforts are greatly appreciated.
Graeme Mitchell, President
SWIMMING
Many thanks to all members who attend each Sunday morning and participate in the allocated races. With every race meeting there are also those members who do not swim but assist with the running of the morning swim, those being John McCann, Maureen McCann, Beverley Lamont, Patricia Jolly, and on occasions, Karen Harding and Gloria Bugden who also assist with timekeeping. Also, a mention to David Burns who has foregone his events to start the races on the odd occasion that John was not available.
For the majority of the 2025 season, we were lucky with the weather but on the odd Sunday when mother nature was not kind to us, with a quick ring around or text message being sent it was decided that in the best interests and the safety of members that the swim be cancelled.
We commenced our season with members attending the Castle Hill Carnival in January 2025 with Jessica Seaborn and David Burns winning their respective 50 metre open events. Other members also gained a top three placing in the handicap events and Brace Relays. Unfortunately, a little bit more tactical effort will be needed for us to threaten the judge for the 1 O person relay events, but we entered a team in the event and that was the main aim of the day with all team members being nominated.
During the month of February 2025 - Jessica Seaborn, David Burns, Didier Ballgobin together with Tim Miller (swimming for Blacktown Diggers) attended the Dee Why Black Swan Swim. Jessica Seaborn and David Burns again won their respective Open events.
Didier will not forget his first Dee Why Carnival being booked for overstaying his parking time. However, if you listen to Didier he will say that the parking meter was not working. But this was later resolved with Didier not being required to pay any fine.
At the Presentation Dinner for the 2024 season in March, we congratulated Jessica Seaborn and Tim Miller on their engagement with their wedding planned for later in 2026. We ceased the first half of our Swim Season on the last Sunday in March 2025.
We were to travel to Dubbo in June but due to lack of numbers as was seen at the 2024 swim, the Dubbo Ducks decided to cancel their carnival for the 2025 year. But that did not stop two our members, Sean Henly and Didier Ballgobin from still travelling to Dubbo for the June weekend to honoured their paid air fare and also not to miss out on their evening meal at their favourite Indian Restaurant so we hope that they had an enjoyable weekend.
All members were invited to a luncheon at the Leagues Club during August to reconnect over the winter break.
We recommenced our swim season in October each Sunday weather permitting concluding our 2025 season with the second week of Championships on 14 December 2025 with a further luncheon held at the Leagues Club following the swim.
Again, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all members of Wentworthville Leagues Swimming Club who both participate in the allocated races and those who assist with the running of the swim events
of a Sunday morning and who also attend events on behalf of the Club away from the normal Sunday swim as without your support we would have a Swimming Club.
The results of our 2025 Championships are as follows:
2025 SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS
Swimmer Results
David Burns 3rd - Captain’s Trophy (2.53)
Jessica Seaborn 1st - 50m Freestyle Championship
2nd - 25m Butterfly Championship
Ted Jolly 2nd - 25m Backstroke Championship
3rd - 50m Freestyle Pointscore (46)
Sharon Ellis 1st - 25m Backstoke Championship
3rd - President’s Trophy (0.91)
- 25m Breaststroke Championship
Didier Ballgobin 2nd - Equal – 50m Freestyle Pointscore (48)
- Equal – 50m Formstroke Pointscore (48)
- Overall Formstroke Pointscore (129)
3rd - 25m Freestyle Championship
- 25m Breaststroke Pointscore (44)
- 25m Butterfly Pointscore (37)
Darby McLachlan
1st - 50m Formstroke Championship
2nd - 25m Breaststroke Pointscore (48)
- 100m Pointscore (52)
3rd - 100m Freestyle Championship
- 50m Formstroke Pointscore (43)
- 200m Freestyle Pointscore (40)
Antoinette Zaia 2nd - 50m Formstroke Championship
- 25m Freestyle Championship
- 200m Freestyle Championship
- 25m Backstroke Pointscore (51)
3rd - 25m Backstroke Championship
- 25m Freestyle Pointscore (45)
- Formstroke Pointscore (127)
- Overall Pointscore (352)
Rhonda Hill 1st - 100m Freestyle Championship
- 200m Freestyle Championship
2nd - Equal – 25m Freestyle Pointscore (51)
- Equal – 50m Freestyle Pointscore (48)
- 200m Freestyle Pointscore (44)
- Equal – 50m Formstroke Pointscore (48)
- Short Course Pointscore (107)
- Overall Pointscore (372)
3rd - 25m Backstroke Pointscore (44)
- 100m Freestyle Pointscore (49)
SUB CLUB reports
Sean Henly
2nd - Captain’s Trophy (0.91)
- President’s Trophy (0.75)
- 25m Breaststroke Championship
- Equal – 25m Pointscore (51)
- 25m Butterfly Pointscore (42)
- Equal – 50m Freestyle Pointscore (48)
3rd - 50m Freestyle Championship
- 25m Butterfly Championship
- Overall Shortcourse Pointscore (102)
Tim Miller
1st - Captain’s Trophy (0.51)
- President’s Trophy (0.74)
- 25m Freestyle Championship
- 25m Breaststroke Championship
- 25m Butterfly Championship
- 25m Freestyle Pointscore (56)
- 25m Breaststroke Pointscore (49)
- 25m Backstroke Pointscore (5-5)
- 25m Butterfly Pointscore (52)
- 50m Freestyle Pointscore (55)
- 50m Formstroke Pointscore (64)
- 100m Freestyle Pointscore 62)
- 200m Freestyle Pointscore (55)
- Overall Formstroke Pointscore (218)
- Overall Shortcourse Pointscore (108)
- Overall Pointscore (529)
2nd - 100m Freestyle Championship
- 50m Freestyle Championship
3rd - 50m Formstroke Championship
- 200m Freestyle Championship
Spot on Results
• David Burns - 25m Freestyle - 9 February 2025
• Rhonda Hill - 25m Backstroke - 26 October 2025
• Sean Henly - Heat 2 President’s Trophy - 12 December 2025
Robin Thomson, President
WDRLFC (HNWP, RON MASSEY CUP & SYDNEY SHIELD)
How quickly it has come around, season 2026 begins this weekend with the Ron Massey at home to Manly.
2026 begins a new era for the District Club, whilst still catering for the women’s premiership and the Ron Massey squads we have also gained the Sydney Shield.
This will provide a much clearer distinction with the District Club looking over NSWRL Major Competitions and Wentworthville United controlling all Community Rugby League from U/6’s through to women’s and men’s open competition or ‘A’ Grade. 2026 also sees the renaming of the Women’s Harvey Norman competition to the NSW Women’s Premiership.
2026 will also see major changes to coaching roles and staff especially with Brett Cook stepping down from the Ron Massey head coaching position. Brett, a previous player with Wentworthville, has been coaching with the District Club since 2007 including 4 premierships in 2009, 2010, 2018, and 2019. Brett will now assume the role of Football Operation Manager.
Long serving head trainer, Tim Bottle, is also stepping aside from 2026. Tim, also a previous player of the Wentworthville Club, has been a trainer with the District Club since 2008 but remains within the fraternity and has renewed his trainer credentials if he is required throughout the season, and will bring vast experience with Tim being elected to the Board of Directors for the District Club at February’s AGM.
Congratulations to Nathan Carr who will assume the role of head coach for the Ron Massey from 2026. Nathan has been in the Parramatta junior reps. environment for several years and an assistant coach at NSW Cup level in the past and coached the Sydney Shield at Wentworthville in 2024 and 2025.
With the inclusion of the Sydney Shield to the District Club the process of electing a new coach and staff was thrust upon us, a position that was relatively new for our Board. After a lengthy process Darryl Hamilton became the successful candidate and once again brings a long history of achievements including guiding Penrith Brothers to the Sydney Shield 2024 premiership. Welcome aboard Darryl and all your staff.
As mentioned in a previous report our women’s coach from 2024 and 2025, Lino Salafai, also stepped down from his role at the completion of last season. Once again, the difficult task of finding a replacement began and after so many exceptional resumes and candidates we are proud to announce that we have secured the services of Renee Targett as the Women’s Premiership head coach for 2026. Renee brings the experience of playing at NRLW level and coaching Harvey Norman at St George in previous years and displays a great understanding and passion for the game and we wish Renee and her crew all the best for the upcoming season.
As mentioned before, round 1 for the Ron Massey and Sydney Shield is scheduled for the weekend of 21 & 22 March with the Ron Massey at home to Manly on Saturday 21 March and Sydney Shield have the BYE. Round 3 will see both teams at home v Glebe on Sunday 12 April with kick-off times being 12.00pm and 2.00pm. Round 1 for the Women’s Premiership begins for Wenty on Saturday the 13th June at home at 4.00pm v Illawarra.
Other dates of note, Sunday the 5th of July we will celebrate our yearly and traditional ‘Family Fun Day’, first game at 11.15 am, and then for all the old boys, we will be holding the annual Back to Wenty day on Saturday 1 August with the Sydney Shield starting the proceedings from 4.00pm.
All information relating to the WDRLFC including complete draws for the Harvey Norman Women’s and Ron Massey Cup teams can be found on our social media.
SUB CLUB contacts
BOWLING CLUB
President Steve Baldwin
Secretary Jeff Gallagher bowls@wentyleagues.com.au
CRICKET
President Justin Isaacs
Secretary Giri Shanmuganathan - 02 8868 9204 cricket@wentyleagues.com.au
DARTS
President David Shaw
Secretary Lynda Fox - 0417 209 784 darts@wentyleagues.com.au
DOMINOS
President Patricia Jolly
Secretary Josie Moncrieff dominos@wentyleagues.com.au
FISHING
President William Van De Mortel
Secretary Michael Nash - 0409 030 460 fishing@wentyleagues.com.au
GOLF
President Glen Grant
Secretary John Iocca golf@wentyleagues.com.au
INDOOR BOWLS
President Barrie Craig
Secretary Lilian Madden - 0412 308 723 indoorbowls@wentyleagues.com.au
GOSHIN JU-JITSU
President Andrew Seck
Secretary Amanda Seck - 0418 292 040 goshinjujitsu@wentyleagues.com.au
NETBALL
President Kellie Denning
Secretary Sue Smith - 0407 109 807 netball@wentyleagues.com.au
SNOOKER & BILLIARDS
President Ken Freeland
Secretary Fred Sabbagh - 0412 521 364 snooker@wentyleagues.com.au
SQUASH
President Graeme Mitchell
Secretary Bernard Worsley - 0409 602 195 squash@wentyleagues.com.au
SWIMMING
President Robin Thomson
Secretary Patricia Jolly - 0427 319 093 swimming@wentyleagues.com.au
TABLE TENNIS
President Eric Lam
Secretary Charbel Saad - 0490 020 521 tabletennis@wentyleagues.com.au
WDRLFC (Ron Massey Cup & HN NSW WP)
President Rod Pritchard
Secretary Martin De Bono - 0411 258 890 districtleague@wentyleagues.com.au
WUJRLFC
President Bakos Hekeik juniorleague@wentyleagues.com.au
WENTY LEAGUES CLUB
Sub Club Coordinator Louise Frendo 02 8868 9214
lfrendo@wentyleagues.com.au
GENERAL information
DRESS REGULATIONS POLICY
Wentworthville Leagues Club is committed to providing its Members and Guests with a high standard of facilities and services.
The club expects all Members and Guests to dress in an appropriate manner st all times when attending our Club Premises.
Club Management will adopt a “Clean, Neat and Tidy” standard taking into consideration current fashions and reserve the right to refuse entry to any person whose attire does not meet the required standards.
Following the guidelines outlining unacceptable footwear and clothing is imperative.
Management reserves the right to refuse entry to any patron who, in its opinion, is not suitably attired as outlined in the Dress Regulations Policy.
CHILDREN AT WENTY
Wenty Leagues is a family friendly venue and we welcome children of all ages. To ensure the comfort, safety and enjoyment of all patrons, the following policy has been adopted for Minors when they are on Club premises:
• Minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times whilst on Club premises. “Responsible Adult”, in relation to a Minor, means an adult who is:
a) parent, step-parent or guardian of the Minor,
b) the Minor’s parents spouse or de facto partner, or c) for the time being standing in as the parent of the Minor.
• Minors are not allowed in the Arbor Cafe, Magpie Bar, TAB or the Gaming Floor area (even when accompanied by an adult).
• Minors will not be admitted to enter Club premises after 9pm.
• Minors are required to leave Club premises by 10.00pm Sunday to Thursday, and 10.30pm Friday to Saturday.
• Minors may be permitted to remain on Club premises after the above times in the following circumstances:
a) They are attending a private function.
b) They are dining in The Plaza in which case they must leave the Club as soon as they have finished dining.
c) Permission has been granted by the Duty Manager or Club Supervisor
• The accompanying responsible adult is to ensure that their Minor 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 and running around unsupervised between tables.
CONTACT US
Address 50 Smith Street, Wentworthville, NSW 2145
Phone 02 8868 9200
Email info@wentyleagues.com.au
Website www.wentyleagues.com.au
Wenty Leagues Club supports the Responsible Service of Alcohol and the Responsible Conduct of Gaming. All information correct at time of publishing. We apologise for any changes after this time.
Singlets or sleeveless shirts
Motorcycle club colours
Torn, dirty or soiled clothing
Offensive body odour Swim wear or revealing undergarments as clothing
Bare feet
Clothing with obscene, offensive, suggestive or crude designs, motifs or messages
TRADING hours
Everyday 9.00am – 4.00am
10.00am – 4.00am
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Trading hours are subject to change without notice. Regular updates are available via our website & reception.
*Please check website for Crave school holiday trading hours.
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