Serendipity October 2013

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1 1 October 2013 Phillip Island RSL 2013 Bendigo Bank Gippsland Business Awards Winner Best Hospitality Award Inside this issue: Poppy Appeal 2 Spring Racing 3 Day Club 4 What s On 5 Member Survey 6 Donate old 9 Calendar 11 Back page gallery NEWS FLASH! 12 Phillip Island RSL won Best Hospitality Award at the Gippsland Business Awards! Congratulations Goldy! On behalf of ANZAC House, Phillip Island RSL recently awarded long serving committee member, Brian Goldberg, a nationally recognised Life Membership in appreciation of his outstanding contribution to the RSL and the Phillip Island local community. Life membership is a single honour of great importance and is only awarded to those individuals who have gone above and beyond the normal call of duty, especially in an honorary capacity and who have had 15 years continuous membership and 10 years of outstanding service. Brian Goldberg, affectionately known as "Goldy" has volunteered his assistance for many years before being elected as the Secretary of the Sub-branch committee for the past six years. He has participated with many internal committees which have seen a vast number of initiatives take place including: initially, fundraising to purchase; and the co ordination of the welfare vehicles which provide transport to medical appointments on and off the island co ordination of a large team of volunteers the design and installation of the Garden of Remembrance the development and construction of the Phillip Island RSL Community Men's Shed and the opening of the metal shed in 2012 fundraising appeal to replace the aging welfare bus with the new Community bus development of the Welfare & Charitable Business Plan President, Greg Mead said "we are very proud to see Brian receive this highly acclaimed award - his commitment to this club and to the RSL has been phenomenal. The local community has greatly benefited by much of the work provided by Brian and our volunteers over the years and for this, we acknowledge our greatest appreciation". REMEMBRANCE DAY MONDAY 11TH NOVEMBER 2013 AT 11AM COWES CENOTAPH

2 Committee Phillip Island RSL Thompson Avenue Cowes 3922 PO Box 503, Cowes 3922 Phone: Fax: Mission Statement To support the well being of our members through the provision of welfare and commemorative services while continuing to enhance our image and value to the community Left to right: Greg Mead President, Bruce Shelton Senior Vice President, Tom Mallaghan Vice President, Brian Goldberg Secretary Steve Davie Treasurer, Terry Heffernan Committee, Chris Thompson Committee, Peter Paul Committee Each Committee member has a specific portfolio they are: Greg Mead gaming, finance and new business Bruce Shelton education, memorabilia and library Tom Mallaghan sporting sections, membership Brian Goldberg pensions, appeals Steve Davie Treasurer Terry Heffernan Welfare Sub Committee Chair, building & maintenance, Chris Thompson Rules, grants, Day Club, appeals, kindred organisations Peter Paul Membership Remembrance Day Poppy Appeal volunteers needed The Poppy Appeal starts 2 nd to 10th November and we are looking for some volunteers to help sell poppies. The dates and times are below: 2nd and 3rd and 9th and 10th November Cowes Newsagency 10am to 1pm & 1pm to 4pm 2nd and 9th November Coles Supermarket 1pm to 4pm 3rd and 10th November Coles -10am to 1pm and 1pm to 4pm I hope we can fill these vacancies and make this year as successful as last year (we raised $12,000+). My thanks must go to the groups who so unselfishly have volunteered to assist again already. If you can assist please contact me on my , chris.thompson7@bigpond.com. I d be very pleased to hear from you.

3 3 Page 3 Celebrate Spring Racing Carnival with us! Take a long weekend and book now for these two unmissable events celebrating the race that stops a nation! If you re not sure what a Cup Calcutta is, this is how it works: Each tables receives two horses -one from the first 10 in order of betting and one from the second 10. Horses are auctioned in batches of 7 at a time. Table owner of auctioned horse receives 20% of sale price, 100% of remaining funds goes to the Calcutta pool. Total prize pool is distributed as 60% for 1st prize, 25% second prize and 15% 3rd prize with a $100 RSL voucher for last prize. All prizes are available after correct weight after the running of the Melbourne Cup. In the event of scratching before 5pm, there will be a blank in the draw, any scratching after this time will be at the expense of the table Comedian Geoff Conrau will keep you entertained before the auction starts. And on Tuesday, come dressed to impress and watch the races on our big screen, win prizes for the best dressed and soak up the atmosphere of Melbourne Cup Day...on Phillip Island. Menus offered for each function can be viewed by visiting our web site Contact Maxine on or msando@pirsl.com.au to book one or both events. Geoff Conrau Comedian at the Calcutta

4 4 Page 4 Islander s Day Club The Islander s Day Club meets on s usually at the Phillip Island RSL (except for Public Holidays). It is run by volunteers to connect members who may be socially isolated, through activities and outings and is supported by the PIRSL and Department of Veteran Affairs. If you are interested in joining, please contact Chris Mead on FORTHCOMING ACTIVITIES November 25 Christmas craft with Jan and Carmen men can play darts and billiards. December 2 Ten pin bowling our last game for the year. December 9 Finish all Christmas craft and sort out Trading Table for the Op shop. December 16 Christmas breakup at the PIRSL 2 course Christmas lunch and hamper raffles. October 21 Guest speaker Chris Childs, Consumer Affairs. October 28 Games Day Corn in the Hole, Celebrity Heads and more. November 4 Our 7th birthday and Cup Eve dress up with lovely hats for a birthday lunch, Cup Sweep and more. November 11 Remembrance Day no club activity commemorative service will be held at the Cowes Cenotaph November 18 Trip to French Island details to come. CONGRATULATIONS JOHN SHIELDS FROM RHYLL who won 1000 bonus points simply by advising us that he had an address. We have another 1000 points on offer contact msando@pirsl.com.au with your new or amended address and of course, your permission for us to you our newsletters and updates.

5 5 Page 5 Serendipity October What s On Saturday 26th October 10am to 2pm Banfields Aged Care Open Day your opportunity to look around this beautiful new facility recently opened in Cowes Saturday 26th October Churchill Island Farmers Market 8am to 1pm Sunday 27th October at 3pm U3A annual variety concert at the Cowes Cultural Centre. Tickets are $10 including afternoon tea. Contact Nadia Tuesday 29th October from 10am Morning Melodies features the evergreen Issi Dye singing hits from The Crooners Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Nat King Cole, Perry Como, Sammy Davis Jnr. and more. $10 lunch special Bookings are required for groups of six people or more, contact Tess on bh. Wednesday 6th November at 7.30pm-Wednesday Night Trivia test your knowledge and win a $50 venue voucher Sunday 10th November from 2pm Put your dancing shoes on and rock around the clock with Rockhouse at the 19th Hole. Free entry if you have lunch at the RSL first (bring your bistro docket) otherwise there s a door fee of $7.50. Friday 15th November from 12 noon-chuck a Golfy and help raise funds for the National Vietnam Veterans Museum. Teams of 2 $100 includes lunch and presentations. Tee off at 1pm. Contact Maxine bh to book your place or sponsor a hole. Saturday 2nd November 9am to 2pm Newhaven Primary School fete stalls, raffle, rides, entertainment, food. Saturday 2nd November to Tuesday 5th November 10am to 4pm Phillip Island Patch-workers Annual Display, Newhaven Hall, Cleeland Street, Newhaven. $5 entry Devonshire teas and more 4th November at 6.30pm Melbourne Cup Calcutta at the 19th Hole. 3 course meal, comedian Geoff Conrau and the Calcutta, raising funds for local sporting clubs. Contact Maxine on bh. Tuesday 5th November at 12 noon Melbourne Cup Lunch in the ANZAC Room. 2 course meal plus bubbles on arrival, Fashions on the Field, big screen and Punters Club. Contact Maxine on bh. Friday 15th November to Sunday 17th November Phillip Island Jazz Festival Ramada Resort, Friday 22nd November to 24th November V8 Supercars Tuesday 17th December from 5pm free entertainment before Carols by the Bay which starts at 7.30pm, Cowes Foreshore

6 6 Page 6 Thank you for your feedback! On behalf of the PIRSL Committee and Management teams, thank you to those 290 members who took the time to complete our annual Member/Patron Survey on line and within the venue. Valuable information was obtained and will be considered in the 2014 budget and business planning process. The highlights were: 1. Overall level of satisfaction of the PIRSL was 54% Good and 37% Excellent 2. 89% of members place value on being a member of the PIRSL 3. Value for money with the Lone Pine Bistro was 59% Good and 37% Excellent 4. Level of satisfaction with the Menu was 56% Good and 21% Excellent 5. Level of satisfaction with food quality was 64% Good and 25% Excellent 6. 93% Members are likely to recommend the Lone Pine Bistro (thanks!) 7. Level of satisfaction with current member benefits was 53% Good and 28% Excellent 8. Great to see that 72% of our members are using the RSL Rewards booth Opportunities included: 1. More promotion of our on line booking service Book-A-Restaurant 2. Consideration of tasting platters, more Asian styled dishes and light lunch options 3. Consideration of low food miles, sourcing more product locally reducing our carbon footprint 4. Entertainment rock and roll, jazz or comedy this could be an option at the 19th Hole You also indicated that you prefer to receive your advertising prompts via direct marketing which reaches you on your iphone, ipad or computer. So in order for us to do this effectively, it is vital that we gain your permission to send you s (by opting in) and that we actually have your correct address. A bonus 1000 points will be rewarded to one lucky member who provides either a new or amended address between now and the next edition of Serendipity. Please directly to msando@pirsl.com.au. On Friday 30th August, Phillip Island RSL was the proud recipient of the 2013 Bendigo Bank Gippsland Business Awards Best Hospitality Award. This was the first time the PIRSL had entered these awards, competing against Yarragon Hotel, Lucy May s Cafe in Korumburra and Tom s Cap Vineyard in Willung South.

7 7 Page 7 SWIPE SWIPE SWIPE! OCTOBER RSL REWARDS Did you know that you can start using your points to pay for your meals and drinks? If you have 500 points, you could be saving yourself an extra $5 on your next purchase! Do you know all the benefits of being a member of the Phillip Island RSL? 10% discount off food and beverages purchased at this RSL and most other RSL s across Victoria. 10% discount off food and beverages purchased at the 19th Hole PIGC Exclusive member only events - Kids Easter Egg Hunt and Family Christmas Party Exclusive member only prize draws Member only meal deals through out the year Free membership for your kids to Joey s Kid s Club which has its own benefits plus this year, RSL Victoria is conducting a major promotion through the RSL Rewards booth rewarding members with amazing prizes ranging from cars, to cash, holidays to vouchers. COMPETITION Use your RSL Rewards card each time you purchase a meal or a drink and you will be automatically entered into the draw to win a $500 shopping voucher at the Myers/Coles group. Make sure you swipe your RSL Rewards Membership card at the RSL Rewards booth to receive an entry into the monthly $50 venue voucher competition. Congratulations to Robert Joiner who won the September $50 venue voucher draw. The winner of the September Reward was Mr Tony Van Den Berk from the Bairnsdale RSL he and his wife are jetting off to New York!!! Random prizes are awarded daily we value your loyalty and reward you with instant prizes. It could be a discount, bonus points or even a free drink! Make it a habit...visit the RSL Rewards booth every time you visit the venue.

8 8 Page 8 PIRSL Angling Club Anglers Annual Competition at Lakes Entrance The Angling Section travelled to Lakes Entrance in early September to try to catch some fish and as usual the offerings were sparse. Members fished in various locations on the beach and jetties without success. The group chartered a boat called The Mulloway and again came up with only a few undersized fish which were returned to the water. That evening, we hosted the members of the Lakes Entrance RSL Angling Section for a barbecue. All members had a great time catching up and arranging a combined trip for next year. From now on the Angling Section will be in full throttle with the fish coming into Westernport so look forward to seeing some great snaps of our catches. Ladies at the Lakes Entrance BBQ Our Masterchefs at work- Competition Results for August Winner: Colin Turner Angling Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of the the RSL - new members welcome. Contact Ron Hogan on or ron@aces-eng.com.au We would like to thank our sponsor : The Phillip Island RSL has other internal sections to join including bowls, golf, pool and darts. Please contact Tom Mallaghan on or tmallaghan@bigpond.com to find out how to join and when the clubs meet.

9 9 Page 9 PLEASE DONATE YOUR OLD READING GLASSES TO HELP OUR FUZZY WUZZY ANGELS! Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels to visit again! The descendants of the Kokoda Track's Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels visit Phillip Island each year. Sponsored by their employer No Roads Expeditions, the boys who carry all the heavy equipment along the Kokoda Track, get a glimpse of modern civilization when they visit. The greatest loss of life on the track is during childbirth due to the lack of trained midwives, doctors and nurses. No Roads Expeditions have started a medical clinic along the track staffed purely by volunteers similar to Doctors Without Borders but they lack medical supplies for these clinics. The Phillip Island RSL plans to hold a fundraising dinner to support these clinics during the boys next visit which will be in March 2014 so watch out for notices about this early in the new year. In the meantime, we will be collecting old eye glasses to donate to the natives on the Track... so if you happen to have any unwanted eyewear laying about please consider donating them and leave with our friendly staff at reception next time you visit us. They will be greatly appreciated by the those along the Track who have no optical aid. Many thanks... Tom Mallaghan Vice-President Phillip Island RSL. Phillip Island RSL supporting our local business partners

10 10 Page 10 History and Dining special offer to groups! Do you organise social outings on behalf of a club or group? Take advantage of a special offer for groups of no less than 10 people book a History & Dining on Phillip Island tour for just $25 per person which includes a guided tour of the National Vietnam Veterans Museum, Devonshire tea and lunch from the Senior s Menu at Phillip Island RSL. It s at a special price of $25. All you need is a bus and we will do the rest. To book and for more information please contact Maxine Sando on or msando@pirsl.com.au Thank you Phillip Island RSL our group had an absolute ball our lunches were beautiful and we really enjoyed the tour at the Museum it was such good value! Carol Whittle Melton Valley Ladies Probus Club Gallipoli Volunteer Program-Be at Gallipoli ANZAC Day 2014 Conservation Volunteers is the provider of the Gallipoli Volunteer Program for the Department of Veteran Affairs providing the recruitment and management of volunteers assisting commemorative services at Gallipoli on ANZAC Day. An opportunity exists to join a team of 30 volunteers for an amazing 13 day program providing visitor services duties on ANZAC Day You will also have the chance to tour the battlefields and the vibrant city of Istanbul. For more information and to apply for this unique volunteer opportunity, go to Applications close on 15th November Experience the beauty, tragedy and reverence of this incredible historical location

11 11 October 21 10am Day Club Tuesday October 22 7pm Bingo Calendar of Events at a glance or visit Wednesday October 23 Thursday October 24 $10 Parma 1pm Bingo Friday October 25 6pm-7.30pm Monster Raffle $50 Venue Voucher draw Saturday October 26 Churchill Island Farmers Market 8am-1pm Banfields Open Day 10am to 2pm Page 11 Sunday October 27 U3A concert 3pm Cowes Cultural Centre October 28 October 29 October 30 October 31 November 1 November 2 November 3 10am Day Club Morning Melodies 10am The Crooners 7pm Bingo $10 Parma 1pm Bingo 6pm-7.30pm Monster Raffle Patchworkers Display 10am to 4pm, Newhaven Hall Patchworkers Display 10am to 4pm, Newhaven Hall November 4 November 5 November 6 November 7 November 8 November 9 November 10 10am Day Club Legacy 2pm Patchworkers Display 10am to 4pm, Newhaven Hall Melb Cup Calcutta 630pm 19th Hole Melb Cup Lunch 12 noon ANZAC Room 7pm Bingo $10 Parma Trivia 7.30pm Lone Pine Bistro 1pm Bingo 6pm-7.30pm Monster Raffle Rockhouse at the 19th Hole 2pm November 11 November 12 November 13 November 14 November 15 November 16 November 17 10am Day Club $10 Parma 6pm-7.30pm Monster Raffle Phillip Island Jazz Festival Phillip Island Jazz Festival pm Bingo 1pm Bingo Chuck a Golfy fundraising golf day PIGC for Viet Vets Museum 12 noon November 18 November 19 November 20 November 21 November 22 November 23 November 24 10am Day Club pm Bingo $10 Parma 1pm Bingo 6pm-7.30pm Monster Raffle Churchill Island Farmers Market 8am to 1pm November 25 November 26 November 27 November 28 November 29 November 30 December 1 10am Day Club Morning Melodies 10am -Xmas Show 7pm Bingo $10 Parma 9.30 noon 1pm Bingo 6pm-7.30pm Monster Raffle $50 Venue Voucher draw

12 12 Day Club antics right Kaye Cannin with John Vertigan (ex 3UZ); below Ian Baker (ex Herald Sun photographer) with Frank Kump; Lillian Kump playing corn in the hole Joey s Kid s Disco Party Thanks for visiting us Melton Ladies Probus Club. Congrats Des Stewart who won a $50 venue voucher right, Simon Brazier with George Szeitli and Helen & Carl Russo with George who each won a $100 BP voucher thanks to RSL Rewards