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The Shoalhaven Ex-Servicemen's Club Newsletter February 2012

Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service, ADF Holiday Facilities. The Shoalhaven Ex Servicemen's Club Limited Privacy Policy.
The President's Report, followed by Shoal's Rugby Report, Soccer Club and Rowing Club reports

JP's and Cafe times

Shoalhaven Ex-Servicemen's Club Limited Privacy Policy, Presidents Report - Shoals Rugby Report - Rowing Club Report

Veterans and Veterans Families Counselling Service
A service founded by Vietnam veterans

Supporting Australia’s veterans, peacekeepers and their families

VVCS provides counselling and support services to Australian veterans, peacekeepers, eligible members of the Defence Force community and their families, and F-111 Fuel Tank Maintenance workers and their partners and immediate family members.

VVCS is a specialised, free and confidential Australia-wide
service.

VVCS can provide you with:
• Individual, couple and family counselling including case management services
• After-hours crisis telephone counselling via Veterans Line
• Group programs including Anger Management, Depression, Anxiety, Lifestyle Management and Heart Health
• Support on transition from military to civilian life, including The Stepping Out Program
• Information, self-help resources and referrals to other services.
We can help you work through issues such as stress, relationship, family problems and other lifestyle issues as well as emotional or psychological issues associated with your military service.
If you need support or would like more information about us please give us a call or visit our website. 1800 011 046*
www.dva.gov.au/vvcs

• Free local call. Calls from mobile and pay phones may incur charges.

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ADF Holiday Facilities
The Royal Australian Air Force Welfare Recreational Company, the AAF Company and the Royal Australian Navy Central Canteens Board own and operate a number of holiday facilities at various locations on behalf of their respective Services.

The aim of these companies and boards is to provide high quality accommodation at discounted prices.

Typically, an eligible member must be staying at the facility to attract the discounted price, though Navy currently has an exemption for the families of members on operational deployment.
Eligibility criteria can be checked by calling:
• 02 6265 2797 for Army and Air Force facilities; and
• 02 6266 4985 for Navy facilities.

Alternatively, please contact the management team at each holiday centres.
Please call the facilities direct to find out about vacancies.
Navy Holiday Facilities
• Forster Gardens at Forster, NSW, ph 02 6554 6027
• Bungalow Park at Burrill Park, NSW, ph 02 4455 1621
• Amblin Caravan Park at Busselton, WA, ph 08 9755 4079
Army Holiday Facilities
• Goolwa Holiday Homes at Goolwa, SA, ph 08 8555 0255
• Kalbarri Beach Resort at Kalbarri, WA, ph 08 9937 1700
• Fort Direction at South Arm, TAS, ph 03 6237 7124
(please note that the facilities at Fort Direction are Spartan
in nature)
• Army Alpine Centre at Mount Buller, VIC, ph 03 5735 7603
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THE SHOALHAVEN EX-SERVICEMEN'S CLUB LIMITED PRIVACY POLICY

The Shoalhaven Ex-Servicemen’s Club is subject to the provisions of the Privacy Act 1988. The Act contains 10 National Privacy Principles that set standards for the handling of personal information. The Club has a commitment to privacy and the safeguarding of member, visitor and staff personal information.

Any personal information provided by you to the Club (e.g. name, address, date of birth and contact details), including information collected as a result of a membership card being placed in a gaming machine or other club machine that is linked to a member loyalty system (not ATMs) that may provide a benefit or service to you, will be protected.

The Club does not usually disclose your personal information to any other organisation or person unless there is a legal requirement to do so. The Club may also disclose personal information to relevant authorities if it reasonably believes that there is a threat to an individual’s life, health or safety, or public health or safety. If the Club has reason to suspect that unlawful activity has been, is being or may be engaged in, personal information may be used or disclosed as a necessary part of any investigation and reporting to relevant persons or authorities.

The Club may disclose your information to third parties that provide services under contract to the club. These contracts require the third party to keep your personal information confidential and secure.

Your personal information, including information about you obtained as a result of you placing your membership card in a gaming or other club machine (not ATM’s), may be used by the Club for marketing purposes to improve our services and to provide you with the latest information about those services, any new related services and promotions.

If you do not wish to receive information about services and promotions, the Club, on request, will remove your name from mailing lists.

You have a right to access any personal information that the Club may hold about you, including a right of correction of your information. The Club will generally not charge a fee for you to access your personal information.

If you require any further information, please contact Club Administration.
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The President’s Report

Fellow Members.

With the festive season and New Year celebrations fading into the oblivion, it is now time to look forward to what we trust will be yet another memorable period for us all and I trust you are all well and truly rested, happy, content and looking forward to the New Year, the “Year of the Rabbit”.

It was extremely gratifying to see and hear the various expressions from the Members and Visitors on winning one of the many Hams on offer and the final draws of the Trailer full of goodies, Boat and Trailer and numerous cash prizes available for the Bonus raffle. Congratulations to all those lucky winners, unfortunately, none of that luck came my way.

With regard to the weekly raffle draws, a number of requests have been received to perhaps alter the structure of the prizes being awarded at each raffle, with the thought of Vouchers, as a choice, being given in place of the usual meat trays. The Board has decided a Survey will be conducted at both Clubs to ascertain exactly the wishes of the Members. I trust all Members will give their opinions on the matter.

During the past year, a number of significant improvements have been made for the enjoyment of the Members, particularly at the Sport’s Club. Shades have been erected in the Outdoor Dining area, Western side of the Club, which I might add, look absolutely sensational. The dance floor area has also been extended, Blinds have also been erected at the Easter side, the entire Club has had a complete coat of paint, new menus have been added to Bistro, new pool table installed and finally, new carpet has been ordered and will be fitted in the very near future

All in all, the Sport’s club is becoming the showcase of the Shoalhaven District and I sincerely trust Members truly appreciate the numerous modern and up to date amenities provided for their comfort.

Another major improvement has been the installation of new computers which will allow the sporting bodies to maintain and retain a comprehensive listing of all Club Champions and various Club achievements at the touch of a computer screen, for the benefit of all concerned. I do however request all Subsidiary Club Presidents ensure all their relevant details are given in writing to the office for transferring to the computer, if you haven’t already done so.

Once again the sporting bodies are gearing up for their various competitions, at the moment, the Cricketers have been doing battle for some weeks now and at present are on top of three of the four grades entered and leading the Club Championship. Keep up the good work fellers, don’t drop the ball.

I wish all sporting teams the very best for the season, give it your best shot and remember. Winning is very nice indeed, but to be selected and represent your club, regardless of results, that is satisfaction.

During the past month the Club has also very sadly lost a number of other members, condolences are extended to the loved who grieve their loss, our thoughts are with you, treasure the many memories you have of them, as they are precious memories and to those on the sick list and in hospital we wish you a speedy recovery back to good health and family.

Keep safe and be kind to each other. Sayonara for now.
Kev Duffey President.
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SHOALHAVEN RUGBY REPORT

Shoals looking to step up in 2012 season

The Shoalhaven Ex-Servicemen/Ricoh Shoals Rugby Club is looking to rebuild after a disappointing 2011 season. The club was hit by numerous injuries and retirements last season but the positive aspect coming out of all that was the ‘blooding’ of a number of younger players into the senior teams. A series of player recruitment and retention steps are being implemented which should restore Shoals’ competitiveness in the coming season. Early indications are that these efforts will pay dividends.

The Illawarra District Rugby Union has implemented a series of changes to the competition this year which should result in a better competition format and a lot less byes and forfeits. Also there should be a return to the more familiar home and away sequencing of matches. The club looks forward also to hosting night matches this year as it takes advantage of the new lighting installed for the Waratahs/Western Force Trial Game in February last year.

As mentioned in an earlier report Shoals’ junior players have been making headlines as they move into the senior and representative ranks. Will Miller who played in one off test matches against an English schoolboys and the All Blacks junior side then made the Australian Under 18s, 7s team for the Youth Commonwealth Games on the Isle of Man last season and has picked up yet another milestone in his young career. He was selected to play for the senior Australian 7s team that played in South Africa in the HSBC Sevens World Series in late 2011. Will had several runs with the side which although beaten on the way through played with great heart for a very young side. Go Will go!!

The Club however was deeply saddened with the passing of Alan Calcraft, one of its finest players and great administrators. Alan, a local boy from the farm, played many a game with Shoals as a forward and very large half back. He was an exceptionally popular player and later headed the Club as its hard working President and was instrumental in setting the scene for the club’s initial first grade premiership in 2008. Alan will be greatly missed throughout the area, but particularly so at Shoals.

Until next month from the “Rah Rah's

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SHOALHAVEN UNITED FOOTBALL (SOCCER) CLUB
If anyone would like any information about Shoalhaven United Soccer Club please call Gary Girdlestone
On 4421-5261 Publicity Office SUSC
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SHOALHAVEN ROWING CLUB REPORT

President Karen Legge
Vice President Chris Turner
Secretary Simone Jones
Finance Office Peter McGrath
Club Captain David Eddington
Vice Captain Ray Jones
Boat Captain Linda Eddington
Promotion Officer Tony Weaver
Committee
Mary Ambrose
Katrina Davis
Lyn Whitbread
Anne O'Neill
Roger Hardy
Andrew Parry
John Macey

Shoalhaven Rowing Junior Development

As a promotion for rowing in the Shoalhaven and in an effort to recruit new junior members, the Shoalhaven Rowing Club conducted a junior development program during the school holidays. With perfect weather and enthusiastic participants and assisted by club junior members coach Andrew Parry conducted an introduction to rowing program over four days, where participants were given instruction on land based drills, rowing safety and the on water practical experience. Individuals got to practice and develop their skills in crew boats as well as the single scull. All participants are keen to continue and test their ability in the race format. If you would like to give it ago details can be found on our web site (www.shoalhavenrowing.com)

The Shoalhaven Rowing Club Christmas function was a great success with beginner, novice and experienced rowers matching up in a Random draw for an upriver race on Christmas Eve.   Weather and water conditions were perfect with all the club's Big Boats fully utilised, and crews had to stop at coloured buckets on the riverbank to collect clues for a Triva competition back at the club shed. Trivia was followed  by Bacon and Egg Rolls with Pesto and Steak sandwiches with caramelised onions and home made Chutney catered by Katrina and Harry. 
 
Don’t miss our canteen at the Nowra Show Pavilion (under the Grandstand) for Vietnamese rolls, Watermelon, Bacon and Egg rolls with Pesto, Muffins and Slices, drinks, and Steak Sandwiches (Check your Show map on entry for our Meal Deal)
 
If you would like to give rowing a go details can be found on our web site (www.shoalhavenrowing.com), or else come and have a chat 7.00 am most Saturdays at the club shed at Paringa Park off SCENIC DRIVE  under the hospital  Introductory orientation session is free, and Learn To Row is $60 for six sessions. check out our club calendar on our website

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Diary Dates
Feb 10 / 11 Nowra Show Canteen Fund raiser Show ground All available members

5-11 Mar Australian National Championships West Australia

#All interested in competing at Taree need to inform Moose or Karen ASAP so accommodation arrangements can be made.
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School Rowing
NOWRA high continues to conduct and encourage rowing as a school sport each Thursday this term. Unfortunately the time constraints do not allow for in depth coaching but enjoyment and minor skill improvements are evident each week. Some show great potential. If we can harness these athletes along with any from the TID this is something the club could well pursue to bolster our junior ranks.
Of course, as always we need a group of dedicated personnel to drive these actions.

Good Rowing to all Tony Weaver Publicity Officer
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Learn to Row Saturday Mornings 7am call Tony 0432730268 or David 0428277728

Boating & Coaching Tips
Rigging
Height of the Swivel (gate) relative to the Seat.
Standard measurement;
Sweep—15cm to 18cm
Scull— 14cm to 16cm

In sculling the Bowside swivel should be set 0.5 to 1.5 cm higher than the Stroke side gate to allow for the difference in hand height that occurs
at the crossover. There are three basic considerations in setting
the height of the swivel:
1. The heavier the crew the higher the swivel.
2. The bigger the rowers thighs the higher the swivel. It is necessary for the rower to be able to clear their thighs on recovery and keep the oar off the water at the same time.
3. The larger the shell in relation to the crew the lower the swivel.

In rough water it is some times necessary to raise the height of the gates, to allow better clearance on recovery.

Learn to Row Contact Ray Cox
 0429317048 and 44223095

COACHING

Saturday Learn to Row Ray Cox & Tony Weaver
Level 2 Rowing Development Ray Jones
Level 3 Moose Eddington
Junior Development Moose Eddington &
Ron Lynch
Sunday Master Training Group Ken Goodsall
If you would like to volunteer and serve on the committee please contact the President , you would be most welcome.

To book for the Learn to Row program contact David: 0428 277 728 or Ray 44223095..
For the $60 Learn to Row bookings call David: 0428 277 728 or Ray 44223095 or check the website
Are you Interested in joining an athletic sport without pounding your body?
Experience our beautiful river in all its moods – as often as you like – in company!
Well equipped purpose built rowing shed with Concept Two rowing machines,
Novices and new members guaranteed to get a row with special Saturday morning beginners time slot,
Club tradition of ongoing free coaching and training tips from more senior members.
Option of regular regatta trips to other locations
Several age grades - compete in your own age class.
BEGINNERS CLASSES TAKE THREE SUCCESSIVE SATURDAYS ($60 fee)
Good swimming skills and water confidence a necessity (fall outs are rare though). For Medical issues – seek approval from your doctor
ENQUIRIES AND APPLICATIONS:
David: 0428 277 728 Ray 44223095

Note photos at the end of the Newsletter
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Drink Wisely

Rewards Club

Cricket Report -Social Golf Club Report - Message from the Pro - Mortality Fund details

THE CRICKET CLUB REPORT

President - George Dickie
Vice-President - Paul Meakins
Secretary - Christine Wright
Treasurer - Cathy McMenamin
Committee - Sharen Balazic, Daniel Gleeson, Rachael Croese, John Wright, Mark Biggs.

THE CRICKET CLUB REPORT

The Cricket Club is maintaining a strong momentum and is pleased to report that (3) teams are playing off for One Day Titles on the 29th January in First, Second & Third Grade. Congratulations and good luck to those teams. First grade also finished on top of their pool in T20 and will be eager to make the final.

It is great to see the Club still positioned at the top of the Club Championship however Berry have narrowed the margin to just (30) points so we will need to keep those consistent performances going each week.

A special mention goes to our Second grade Captain Paul Meakins was has belted back to back centuries in his last two innings and is enjoying a solid season. His strong performances has enabled 2nd grade to take the lead and would have to be firming as favourites for the title.

Junior cricket starts back on 23rd January and it is pleasing to see our junior players enjoying their cricket. Our under 16 team is back to their best and playing well much to the delight of their Coach.

Congratulations to Lain Beckett & Brady Spelta who both had a good Carnival with Southern Zone recently at Bradman Cup. They have also performed well in Shoalhaven’s Jeffrey Cup, selectors have placed their faith in these players by selecting them at such a young age (15) playing in under 21’s is a great achievement.

On the social front we have our Trivia night booked in for 18th February at the main Club. A busy weekend is planned as the Pink Stumps Day is on the next day at Hayden Drexel Oval and is expected to be a huge day.

Anyone who follows cricket should keep an eye on our website, all the latest information is being updated constantly. www.shoalhavenexservicemenscricketclub.com.au

Until next month cheers from behind the stumps

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SOCIAL GOLF CLUB REPORT

2011-12 Social Golf Committee
Todd Richter (President),
Phil Rimmer (Treasurer),
Derek Trusler (Captain maybe),
Bob Pender (Secretary)
Committee Members - Judy Wakeford, Luke Bowden, Errol Gear, Mark Willett & Graham Duke - Welcome aboard Luke

Social Golf Club Report

The beginning of the end of a long year - First up Nowra Golf Course 13 November (3rd round Championships) - 'Twas a nice day - smallish field, but all were keen to improve on earlier rounds. Alack alas 'twas not to be. Many fell by the wayside, but some made inroads in their endeavours to win the year end gold such as:-

Winner Murray Smith 61 Nett $35 Voucher
1st Runner up Jenniffer Goodall 68 Nett c/b $20 Voucher
2nd Runner up Peter Done 68 Nett c/b $15 Voucher
Front 9 Derek Trusler 30½ Nett 2 Balls
Back 9 Luke Bowden 33 Nett 2 Balls
NTP Shortest 8th Bob Bowden Moto Voucher
NTP 4th Bob Bowden 1 Ball
NTP 12th Glenn Summerfield 1 Ball
NTP 16th Glenn Summerfield 1 Ball
Men’s A L/Drive Peter Harvey 1 Ball
Men’s B L/Drive Bob Pender 1 Ball
Ladies L/Drive N/A
Men’s D & P Derek Trusler 1 Ball
Ladies D & P Linda Trusler 1 Ball
Birds Nest N/A
Handicappers Scalps Luke Bowden 1 Ball

Now the real year end bash was held at Worrigee on Sunday 4 December and we all thought the rain had gone. The 3 stick event prior to the AGM and presentation lunch - involvement was keen. Players turned up early under leaden skies and guess what? It bucketed down, however undaunted our intrepid members launched themselves into the fray - brollies, galoshes and wet weather gear and guess what? After 3 holes it stopped, no flies and a coolish day. There was much rejoicing, which bubbled over to the post match revelries.

The AGM 2012 Committee elected were Todd Richter (President), Phil Rimmer (Treasurer), Derek Trusler (Captain maybe), Bob Pender (Secretary) and Committee Members - Judy Wakeford, Luke Bowden, Errol Gear, Mark Willett & Graham Duke - Welcome aboard Luke

Winner Bob Bowden 20 Points $30 Voucher
1st Runner up Peter Morgan 16 Points c/b $20 Voucher
NTP Shortest 8th Bob Bowden Moto Voucher
NTP 1st - with 4th Shot Todd Richter 1 Ball
NTP 3rd - with 4th Shot Bob Pender 1 Ball
Men’s A L/Drive Murray Smith 1 Ball
Men’s B L/Drive Bob Pender 1 Ball
Ladies L/Drive Linda Trusler 1 Ball
Men’s D & P N/A
Ladies D & P Linda Trusler 1 Ball
NTP 5th - with 6th Shot Errol Gear Judy Wakeford Peter Morgan Phil Rimmer 1 Ball each
NTP 7th - with 5th Shot Derek Trusler Col Burgess Luke Bowden 1 Ball each
Bradman Bert Mitchell Mars Bar

Championships - They had their rocking shoes on by now.

Complete details are on the board at HQ or just ask your friendly Secretary for a copy of results. Or refer to the online honour board.

Sincere gratitude to Judy Wakeford - Lady for all occasions, handicapper, report typist, raffle ticket seller extraordinaire and first up with the hand for any chore - It does not go unnoticed.

My thanks to all the Committee for a year of thrills and spills and most appreciated assistance.

Merry Christmas - Stay Safe - Roll on 2012


“Pot Hole”
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MESSAGE FROM THE PRO

February already and now the effects of the Festive Season have worn off, we can settle into another full year of golf events. It was great to see the ever increasing number of tourists over X-mas and new year, with many first time visitors out having a social game and thoroughly enjoying our golf course and Club's facilities. Not surprising they call it the silly season, because it was staggering, the number of players who turn up to play each year, throwing their money around on green fees, hire gear, carts, etc.. Gotta love that, I only wish they'd stay longer. Always welcome!

The golf course is looking great and it's a perfect time for everyone to get back into the swing of things and enjoy the long daylight hours and play golf. One afternoon I was out having a hit waiting for carts to be returned and when I checked my watch, it was nearly 8pm.

Not much to report yet, only to wish everyone a great golfing year and look forward to seeing you all soon when next you are down for a game.

Good Golfing Rob Nancarrow Club Pro Worrigee Links G.C.

Ph: 4421 7430
Fax: 4421 7427
Mob: 0410 484 213
email:
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Special Notice to Members regarding the Mortality Fund

A number of members have recently queried the entitlements on the passing of their next of kin.

Under by-law 39, all members of the Shoalhaven Ex-Servicemen's Club Ltd accrue an entitlement to be paid to their Next of Kin on their demise. This is calculated at $40 per year of continuous membership up to a maximum of $400

To claim this benefit on the passing of a member, the Next of Kin (as nominated by the member on his/her application form for membership) should make application for the grant in writing to the Club giving proof of identity. (relevant forms are available at the office in Junction St.)

Payment by cheque will be made as soon after the claim is lodged as is possible.

For further information, members are invited to approach any of the managerial staff on duty during the Club opening hours.

Thank-you. C Allen Secretary Manager.

Rowing Club

Rowing Club

Ladies Golf club & Men's Golf Club Reports

LADIES GOLF CLUB REPORT
Ladies Competition Golf every Tuesday.

Many clubs along the south east coast have kangaroos hopping across their fairways or they are found sheltering under tress in the sweltering summer heat. I have seen the occasional snake at some courses and have even seen an echidna going about its business. Here at Worrigee Links we have a pair of breeding black swans who like to move from one water hazard to the other (located a good distance from each other) dad settles the babies safely on mumma swan's back and then escorts his family across the golf course to the safety of his water hazard destination.

All golf stops on the course while the royal entourage passes. What a spectacular sight, we golfing members at Worrigee feel so privileged - come see for yourselves and enjoy the golf at the same time!

Handicaps from any club in Australia.
Visitors are very welcome at our small friendly club.
For bookings just phone 44217430

Womens Golf Club Office Holders:
President Jan Perkins
Vice President Pat Leach
Secretary Catherine Pank
Treasurer Linda Innes
Captain Alice Harrison
Vice Captain Sandra Mitchell
H'Cap Manager Pat Stevens
Publicity Denise Johnson
Vets Rep. Pat Leach
Committee Margaret Watts

Presentation Day/Christmas Party 2011 Trophy Winners and Runner/ups Report

Club Champion Sue Earle
Nett Champion Catherine Pank

Division 1 Gross Winner Sue Earle
Gross Run/up Pat Leach
Nett Winner Pat Stevens
Nett Run/up Dot Burton

Divison 2 Gross Winner Michelle Moy
Gross Run/up Alice Harrison
Nett Winner Margaret Watts
Nett Run/up Jan Perkins

Divison 3 Gross Winner Catherine Pank
Gross Run/up Cheryl Bargwanna
Nett Winner Denise Johnson
Nett Run/up Merle Anderson

Veteran Winner Sue Earle
Run/up Catherine Pank

Foursomes Gross Winner Sue Earle & Pat Leach
Championship Gross Run/up Dot Burton & Pat Stevens
Nett Winner Jan Perkins & Alice Harrison
Nett Run/up Cheryl Bargwanna & Marg Watts

Medal of Medals Sue Earle with 62 nett

Match Play Winner Linda Innes
Run/up Michelle Moy

Golden Ball Dot Burton, Sue Earle, Pat Stevens
Team Winners

Wendy Kooij Winner Sue Earle
Memorial Trophy

Putting Comp Winner Sue Earle
Eclectic Winner Dot Burton - 68-57 1/8
Birdies Winner D Burton - 3
Gobblers Winner A Harrison - 6
Point Score Winner Sue Earle - 32
Most Improved Winner Robyn Bailey - 6 strokes
Captain Encouragement Winner Roma Chaplin

That seems to be all for this month. Good Golfing Denise

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MENS GOLF CLUB REPORT

SHOALHAVEN EX-SERVICEMEN'S
Mens Golf Club Office Holders:
President Bob Walsh
Vice President Steve Mauger
Secretary Craig Daly
Treasurer Mat Nilsen
Captain Brian Dwyer
Vice Captain Lindsay Beal
Handicapper Rob Nancarrow
Caterer Les Cuka
Publicity Officer Craig Daly
Committee Bob Bowden - Richard Lydon
Board Nom Eddie Stoddart

Saturday 31st December 2011
Summer Golf is here!!!!!!

Summer is definitely here with hot conditions and the fly s are back,nobody are missing them.Great scores came from both divisions,lets hope it stays this way for weeks to come,over 60 starters and more visitors again which are good to see.

Division 1 (0-16)

Winner Col Farmer 45 pnts
Runner up Luke Porter 42 pnts
Third Les Cuka 41 pnts

Division 2 (17-36)

Winner Lee Farrell vis 42 pnts
Runner up Chris Pender 39 pnts
Third Phil Henry39 pnts

Ladies Alona Brown 37 pnts

Division 1 D/P 4TH Branko Zec 107cm
Division 2 D/P 15TH Roy Howcroft 89cm

NTP 6TH Bob Ferry 290cm
NTP 14TH Chris Pender 376cm

Ball comp went 37 pnts

THURSDAY 29TH DECEMBER 2011

Congrats to Chris Pender on his first hole in one on the 17th.

Winner Kirk Brown 45 pnts
Runner up Adam Green 45 pnts
Third Brett Nelson 45 pnts

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Saturday 7th January 2012
First monthly medal of 2012

It was the C graders that did well today but none of them could keep it on the fairway on the 18th for the longest drive,Greg Finney did with awesome 290 m long drive taking out the Agrade L/D

Runner up A grade Stan Kotwic (East Geelong) 67
Third A grade Graham Lewis 69 c/b

Winner B grade Chris Oliver 67 c/b
Runner up B grade John Green 67
Third B Grade Phil Henry 68
Winner C grade Dennis Rutherford 61 also mug winner
Runner up C grade Bob Biesheuvel 66
Third C grade Scott Williams (Hurstville) 69

L/D B grade Adam Green
L/D C grade NOT WON

D/P A- 9th Phil Viret 6.5 m
D/P B- 4th Michael Frazer 870 cms
D/P C- 15th Ian Payne 454 cms

Great Golfing Craig
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Lady Golfers Xmas fun

Lady Golfers Xmas fun

promotion

Lady Golfers Xmas fun

Get your heart pumping!!

The Fishing Club Reports & Vets Golf Club Report

FISHING CLUB REPORT

Competition No 6 was held on the 17th & 18th December with 21 nominating to fish.

Flathead appeared to be in a good supply at the moment both Estuary and Deep Sea producing some nice catches.

Kevin & Alan Moon both came in with bag limits of Flathead from outside, whilst Barry - Josh & Mitch Preston had good mixed bags of Flathead, Reddies, Trevally & Mowong.

It was great to see Matt Moon joining in the fishing weekend after having some leave from the navy. Paul Gray had a mixed bag of fish from the Estuary whilst Tracey Smith and Sharon Webster fished the Beach for Bream and Blackfish.

Our camp manager Peter Contino made the effort to go fishing coming in with a couple of Bream.

The results for Competition No 6 are as follows:
Winners
Juniors Mitchell Preston
Beach Ray Smith
Estuary Paul Gray
Deep Sea Barry Preston
Blue Water Ron Newbold
Ladies Sharon Webster
Fresh Water Dave Leatham

Runners-up
Beach Peter Contino
Deep Sea Josh Preston
Blue Water Glen Newbold
Ladies Tracey Smith

The fishing Club give their deepest condolences to Carol Eichorn and family on the passing of her husband Fred who was a long time friend and member of the Fishing Club.

We extend our deepest sympathy also to Barry & Rhonda and family on the passing of their daughter Louise.

Competition No 7 for the Fishing Club will be held on the 14th and 15th January 2012 with the Fish of the Month being King Fish.

I would like to take this opportunity on behalf of the Fishing Club to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year. I hope to see you all at the next weigh-in. Until the next competition Good Fishing Ray

Competition 7, the first for 2012 was held on the 14th & 15th January, with 21 nominations tyo fish. Penny Gray and Paul Gray did well off the Beach catching their bag limit of Whiting.

Glen Newbold came in with 2 nice King Fish to taker out the Blue Water Section whilst Barry Preston took out the Deep Sea with a nice catch of Mowie, Snapper & Flathead.

We had 2 new Sub Junior members fishing, Jaiden Moore and Riley Preston who both weighed in fish. Mitch Preston who fished with his brother Josh won the Junior section.

The overall winners were:
Winners                                      Runners-up
Sub Juniors Jaiden Moore           Riley Preston
Juniors Mitchell Preston              Ryan Pye
Beach Paul Gray                        Peter Contina
Deep Sea Barry Preston             Josh Preston
Blue Water Glen Newbold.
Veterans John Burns
Ladies Penny Gray
Freshwater Dave Leatham

Any persons wishing to join the Fishing Club may do so by contacting Ray Smith on 44 215 002.

Competition No 8 will be held on the 18th & 19th February 2012 with the Fish of the Month being Whiting.

Until next competition Good Fishing Ray
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Veterans Golf Club Office Holders

Veterans Golf Club Office Holders
President Robert Watts
Vice President Dennis Hochkins
Secretary Stuart Dossetor
Treasurer Brian Wassell
Captain Alf Bargwanna
Vice Captain Bruce Ryan
Publicity Peter Bergin
Committee  Alex Leach Chris Hoffman
Board Nom Eddie Stoddart

Veterans Golf is played on Wednesdays from 7.30 am.
Competition is open to all registered vets nationwide. Lady Vets welcome. Green Fee $12
Enter by computer or phone the pro shop.

Friday 25th November 2011 Veteran Golfers Presentation Evening
A good crowd of golfers and their wives, girlfriends, partners, mistresses etc assembled in the Jack Elliott room to acknowledge
those that did well in the 2011 main events. A sumptuous meal was enjoyed by all and the generous bar tab was fully expended. The trophy table was fully laden with goodies and well organised thanks to Brian Wassell. The lucky door prize hampers were magnificent and the charity raffle raised $340 for the breast cancer appeal. Thanks all. Prize winners were:
Club Champion: Gary Sawyer
Mug of Mugs Champion: John Black
A Grade Champion Gross: Gary Sawyer
A Grade Runner up Gross: Jim Sach
A Grade Champion Net: John Black
A Grade Runner up Net; Les Cuka
B Grade Champion Gross: Dennis Reid
B Grade Runner up Gross: Dick Ponsonby
B Grade Champion Net: Norm Lee
B Grade Runner up Net: Bill O'Brien
C Grade Champion Gross Mick Crews
C Grade Runner up Gross Tom MacMaster
C Grade Champion Net: Vic Speechley
C Grade Runner up net: Bob Watts
Foursomes Champions Gross: Jim Sach & John Black
Foursomes Runners up Gross: Brian Malvern & Don Foster
Foursomes Champions Net: Gary Sawyer & Les Cuka
Foursomes Runners up Net: Bob Luxford & Bernie Schipp
Putting Grand Prix: Dennis Reid
Ross Riley Memorial Ambrose: Gary Young & Roy Cartledge
Cock of the Walk Pairs: Mick Crews & Dick Ponsonby
Runners up: Brian Wassell & Tom MacMaster
Mixed Foursomes Gross: Kirk & Alona Brown
Mixed Foursomes runners up: Rod Craig & Patricia Collier
Mixed Foursomes Net: Craig Daly & Margaret Campbell
Mixed Foursomes runners up; Kel & Val Turner
Club Person of the Year: Stuart Dossetor
Special Service Awards: Patricia Leach & Denise Hochkins

Wednesday 14th December, 2011 SINGLE STABLEFORD
WINNER:
Dennis Reid 45
RUNNER UP:
Phil Rimmer 43

2nd RUNNER UP:
Graham Davis 43
NTP:
6th Dennis Reid 233cm
8th Gary Young 159cm
D & P:
4th Stan Parker 374cm
15th Brian Herring 271cm

Wednesday 21st December, 2011 SINGLE STABLEFORD
WINNER:
Allan Forsyth 40
RUNNER UP:
Arthur Kirby 40
SECOND RUNNER UP:
Roy Howcroft 40
NTP:
6th Chris Hoffman 507
8th Bill Harrison 161
D & P:
4th Mick Crews 360
15th John Black 176

Wednesday 28th December, 2011. SINGLE STABLEFORD
WINNER:
Berni Schipp 46pts
RUNNER UP:
Bill Ryan 45 pts

2nd RUNNER UP:
Chris Goodwin 44 pts
NTP:
6th Chris Goodwin 237cm
8th Stu Dossetor 6cm
DRIVE and PITCH:
4th Arthur Kirby 236cm
15th Rob Davis 123cm

Wednesday 4th January, 2012 SINGLE STABLEFORD
WINNER:
Bill O'Brien 44
RUNNER UP:
Garth Perkins 44

2nd RUNNER UP:
Damien Flanagan 43
NTP 8th:
Toni Macri 145
D & P:
4th Brian Herring 193cm
15th Damien Flanagan 28cm

Wednesday 11th January, 2012 MONTHLY MUG, STROKE AND PUTTING
WINNER:
ROY HOWCROFT 66
RUNNER UP:
DAMIEN FLANAGAN 67
SECOND RUNNER UP:
KEVIN DOYLE 68
NEAREST THE PIN:
6TH DAMIEN FLANAGAN 139cm
8TH GARY SAWYER 495cm
DRIVE AND PITCH:
4TH DAMIEN FLANAGAN 22 cm
16th BILL HARRISON 40 cm
MONTHLY MUG WINNER FOR JANUARY:
ROY HOWCROFT 66

WEDNESDAY 18TH JANUARY, 2012 SINGLE STABLEFORD
WINNER:
VALDA SCHRODER 46
RUNNER UP:
DICK PONSONBY 46
SECOND RUNNER UP:
VIC SPEECHLEY 42
NTP:
6TH JIM IRELAND 178CM
8TH CHRIS GOODWIN 82CM
DRIVE AND PITCH:
4TH BOB CANNON 184CM
15TH LINDSAY BEAL 182CM

Good Golfing Peter

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Xmas fun with the lady bowlers

Xmas fun with the lady bowlers

The Snooker Club, Indoor Sports Report & The Women's Bowling Club Report

THE SNOOKER CLUB REPORT
                                         
Well we hope everyone is over the festive season and the kids back to school and your visitors are gone for another few weeks till Easter. and you enjoyed every minute of it all. anyway the Snooker season is due to start in the first 2 weeks of March, and we have a meeting in February to see how many teams and players for the 2012 season is to be played out for this year .

After going to press the snooker club held their AGM at the main Club and we will assume that the same committee will be elected as per the Kangaroo court justice system allows.  But we will let you know in the next newsletter for March.

So we once again wish the best of luck to our teams and player's for the 2012 season and look forward to another good snooker year for the Ex-Servo's.   So that’s about all for now from the person who all call the Jagger,

WESHALLSEEYAONTHEFELTS. JAGGER.

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INDOOR SPORTS CLUB REPORT
2012 is already here - Well it is already here and January is nearly gone. Happy New Year to everybody I hope everyone had a lovely Christmas and have come back feeling fr5esh & healthy. That probably won't apply to everyone and those that have health problems I hope they're soon over.

Our Christmas party went very well and we had just over 50 people partaking in the delicious food and served up at the Fusion Restaurant.

In our bowls point score held over the year, the overall winner was Tommy Smith. The other winners were Maureen Smith, Gloria Martin, Debbie Goodsell and Joy Walsh. Congratulations to Debbie Goodsell and Ray Salway and after a seemingly whirlwind time became engaged before Christmas.

Fay Taket is still having her ups and downs with her heath and I hope 2012 brings her better health. Jan Edwards is still having lots of problems has been in and out of hospital. Glen is standing up to things quite well with going to work and visiting the hospital. Jan and Allan Russell have both picked up and are having better health.

Maureen and Tom Smith went for a lovely trip together with Shirley & Stan Warburton, so both he and Maureen should come back fit and ready for bowls, Evonne Gershwend has been in Sydney looking after her daughter's children after her daughter underwent a very big leg operation and is coming along slowly. Bette Matthews has picked up a lot and probably has been gallivanting around like she used to.

Competitions bowls start in February. I hope Editor John's health has picked up.

That's it for this month. Yours in Sport Joy Walsh
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Women's Bowling Club Report

EX SERVOS LADIES KICK UP THEIR HEELS AT XMAS PARTY.

On Monday the 12th December 2011 the Shoalhaven Ex Servo Lady Bowlers held their Xmas Party and Concert at the Sports Club.  There were about 24 ladies in attendance with President Shirley Warburton welcoming special guest Patron Eileen MacNiel  Before Lunch some of the Ladies put on a Concert with everyone really getting in the spirit of Xmas and thanks to the Social Committee the Jack Elliott Room was beautifully decorated.  

The Ladies performed several skits which were hilarious and Pat Stoddart played Xmas Music on her keyboard in between Lunch Courses. 

The skits were organised by Lesley Farish, Deion Thurston and Pat Leach with Frances, Deion Pat Leach and Lesley entertaining us with the Can Can,

Lesley also had one of her beautiful dogs performing for us.  

Past President Lorraine Johnson stole the show with her Egyptian Belly Dance.  The Social girls organised a 80th Birthday cake for Bowls Organiser Betty Pascall who turns 80 on Xmas Day.  

Everyone had a fun filled day and it was great to see everyone enjoying themselves and joining in the skits.  President Shirley Warburton wished everyone a Merry Xmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year.

Look forward to seeing you on the Green in the New Year.

Pat Stoddart. Publicity Officer.
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Xmas fun with the lady bowlers

Xmas fun with the lady bowlers

The Men's Bowling Club Report.

The Men's Bowling Club Report.

Final of the 2011 Mixed Fours has been played. The 2 sides for this prestigious event were in the red corner – Sue Rose – Steve Hollington - Alan Rose and Gary Trautsch. In the blue corner were Deion & Gary Thurston – Laurie Perkins and John Humphries.

I was not privileged to witness this match but listening to narrative from people that were there, the score did not indicate the standard of play reached during the match. Although all players excelled during the game, I was informed that it was some brilliant bowling from Skip Humphries that turned the tide on numerous occasions.

A slow start from Team Trautsch didn't help their cause either and Team Humphries established a substantial lead of 9 shots before they worried the scoreboard. Team Trautsch did stage a fight back mid game but on the day Team Humphries were really  “On Song” it seems and their opposition raised the white flag in surrender to a superior force on the 18th end and in doing handed the championship title to Deion & Gary Thurston – Laurie Perkins & John Humphries, Well played.

A successful Presentation Day was held in early December and our 2011 champions are:
Club 4's
Winners Eddie Stoddart, Gary Trautsch, Alby Barker & Max Ellis
Runners-up Laurie Perkins, Steve Hollington, Frank Catlin & Eddie Lee
Major Singles
Winner Gary Trautsch
Runner-up Garnet Eastment
Minor Singles
Winner Steve Hollington
Runner-up John Edwards
Club Triples
Winners Gary Trautsch - Kirk Brown & Mick Quinn
Runners-up Alex Lattanzio - Ken Taket & John Black
Major Pairs
Winners Max Ellis & Alby Barker
Runners-up John O'Dell & Laurie Perkins
Handicap Singles
Winner Laurie Perkins
Runners-Up Jim Green & Eddie Lee
Major/Minor Pairs
Winners Harold Griffiths & Alan Rose
Runners-up John Black & Laurie Perkins
Mixed Pairs Champions
Winners - Deion & Gary Thurston
Runners-up - Pat Stoddart & Harold Griffiths.
Minor Pairs:
Winners Mick Quinn & Kirk Brown
Runners-up Max Stevens & John Black
Mixed Triples
Winners Deion & Gary Thurston - Laurie Perkins
Runners-up Gary Trautsch - Karen Matterson - Max Ellis
Mixed Fours
Winners Deion & Gary Thurston – Laurie Perkins and John Humphries.
Runners-up Sue Rose – Steve Hollington - Alan Rose and Gary Trautsch
The 2012 Club Fours is almost to the Final stage as this report goes in to print. The first semi-final was played recently. The two teams involved were Ken Bowers – Gary Thurston – Alex Leach and Alex Lattanzio versus (sub) Garnet Eastment  John Newbold – Kirk Brown & Eddie Lee.
On paper, this game appeared to be evenly matched for bowling talent but on the day, Team Lattanzio completely mastered their opposition. It was heard around the green that Skip Alex played ”Out of his Socks” on the day. His team were never headed right throughout the game and booked their berth into the Finals with a scoreboard reading 23 – 17.
The majority of our immediate thoughts within the Bowling club at this time is concentrated on the upcoming District Pennant competition.  Many trial games were arranged by the committee and the activity to date was as follows:
We had three teams playing Pennant trials away from home  Saturday 14th January. All were successful at their various venues giving much confidence to not only the club but also to the bowlers embarking on their first season playing in the District Pennant competition. The individual results were as follows:

The No 5's playing at the Sussex Inlet RSL
Team Ellis won 27 shots to 21
Team Humphries won 21 shots to 12
Team Barker, a close loss 22 shots to 24
Overall a win 70 shots to 57 and  5 points to Ex Servos to 1 SI RSL

The No 6's also playing at the Sussex Inlet RSL
Team Eastment won 28 shots to 20
Team Hulbert won 27 shots to 14
Team Edwards 17 shots to 23
Overall a win 72 shots to 59 and 5 points to Ex Servos to 1 SI RSL

This game was also allied to an annual challenge between the two clubs and the combined scoreboards were 152 shots to 116 in favour of the Mighty Ex Servos teams. Well done fellas.

The No 7's travelled to the Greenwell Point BC and manager Pat Leach steered this team to a win also at that venue. Her report for the afternoon was as follows:

Hi John, The results of the 7 Pennant Trial Match held at Greenwell Point 14th January 2012
Jim Green,  Alex Leach,  TJ McCormach, Norm Schulz    lost 18/20
Mick Fernie, Pat Ward, Steve Mauger, Dave Solomon     won 26/19
Peter Smith, John Newbold, Ken Bailey, Kel Turner    Drew 20/20
                    An overall win    64/59
The team won 4 ½ to 1 ½ A great  day was had by all. Pat

A great effort from this team. Many of whom having their debut experience in the District Pennant competition.

On Saturday 21st the No 6's and 7's played away at St Georges Basin the No 6's results were:
M.Quinn, K.Brown, M.Edwards & J. Edwards Scored a win: 20 - 17
K.Bowers, T.Smith, G.Henson & G. Hulbert had a draw 15 - 15
G.Thurston, H.Griffiths, I.Abberley & A.Lattanziohad a loss11- 21
 St.Georges Basin 53 (4 ½ points)  Ex.Servos 44 (1 ½ points). Manager Deion reported the men found that the St Georges Basin green was tough.

The No 7's also played at the St Georges Basin BC. Manager Pat's report is as follows:
D.Solomon, N.Schulz, P.Ward, M. Fernie Won 21/18
TJ McCormach, B. Walsh, A.Leach, J. Green    Lost 8/30
K.Turner, K. Bailey, S.Warburton, P. Smith    Lost 16/24
Overall result Ex Servos     45 (1 point) St Georges Basin 72 (5 points)

The No 5's had their trial match at Currarong last Sunday morning w1st January. An extra team was taken for this trial match and was matched by the Currarong club. Manager Neil reports that a successful day was held the following results of the morning were:
Team Ellis had a win 17-14
Team Humphries had a win 27-18
Team Barker had a very close win 20-19
Team Eastment had a win 21 – 14
Overall result Ex Servos 85 to Currarong 65.

A fond cheerio to Gordon Cook who is under the weather with discomfort at the present time.

A big thank-you to the Board of Directors and resident Computer technician Steve Arnold for the new telly programme of Club Champions recently installed in the Jack Elliott Room. It is brilliant.

The Ex Servos Travelling Mixed Bowlers  held their AGM  on Sunday 15th January. The new committee for 2012 is as follows:.
Secretary Treasurer. Harold Griffiths,
Visitation Coordinator Bert Watson,
Assistant Visitation Coordinator / Transport Officer. Alex Leach,

1st outing for 2012 is Sunday 12th February at Shoalhaven Heads

What's on in February
Each Wednesday at 1:00 pm Jackpot Social Bowls. Dress Mufti
Each Thursday Twilight Bowls at 5:30 pm
Saturdays Pennant Championships and social Bowls at 1:00 pm Dress Mufti for social bowlers and Uniform/creams for Championship players
Sundays Championships or Mixed Bowls as listed at 9:30 am
Special events Special events Yet to be announced
Visitors are always welcome to join us on our social bowling days

That's all for this month. Hope to seeyerallonthegreens Regards Jay Bee


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Photos at the end of the Newsletter
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Mens Bowling Club

Mens Bowling Club

The Jets RL Football Club Report - The Last Post - Letters

The Jets Football Club Report

The Jets RL Football Club are enjoying a welcome break from training and playing. We hope to be back in 2012 fit and ready to go

Presentation is also just around the corner with a date to be confirmed.

Merry Christmas and hopefully a successful New Year 
Bom Chica
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THE LAST POST

It is with regret that we report the passing of the following members of the Shoalhaven Ex-Servicemen’s Club.
Clive Langford
Ernest Lirio
Frank Somerville
Errol Gear
Austin Pavlich
Marie Cox
John Bradshaw
Gladys Bergin
Dorothy Bremner

To family and friends, we express our deep sorrow and sincere sympathy.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM.
LEST WE FORGET.
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LETTERS

Dear Sir

We would like to say a big thank-you for the kind use of you function room. It was very much appreciated and as an independent Christian charity it has enabled us to continue our work within the community.

Many thanks Jan Crick on behalf of Hammond Care Nowra.

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Of great comfort during our sorrow on the passing of my husband Tony Lewis were the expressions of sympathy conveyed to us in many ways. We deeply appreciate your thoughtfulness and thank you all most sincerely.

Val Greg Robyn & their families

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On behalf of the members of the Nowra/Greenwell Point RSL sub branch, we would like to extend our thanks to the Shoalhaven Ex Servicemen's Club for allowing us to sell poppies and badges at the Club

Our members appreciate the support you have given to a very worthy cause at the money raised is revenue towards the maintenance for RSL Homes for the older war veterans.

With your permission, we hope that we can do the same for remembrance day 2012.

Yours Faithfully Rick Meehan Hon Secretary
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President Eddy and his committee asked me to write and thank you for organising the Sponsorship of $2,000. with Tooheys toi be used at our Triples tournament.

We had 22 teams on the green for the 2 days enjoying the facilities that the Club had to offer. Some of the visitors who had never been here before were surprised on what we have here, and I had several compliments from players about the Club and surrounds. Also the tournament and the smooth way that it ran. Sponsorship can be the biggest headache when arranging a tournament. With your help this was made easy and allowed the rest of the proceedings to run smoothly.

So once again we thank you for your help and we do appreciate what you have done for us.

Yours Sincerely Alan Rose Honorary Secretary.
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Please accept this letter of appreciation with the greatest thanks from the Albatross Netball Club for the generous donation of the Club Room on Saturday 13th August fr the holding of our inaugural Trivia night, as well as donated goods especially the bottle of wine and spirits. Your generosity is sincerely appreciated. Also please accept our thanks for the staff that were all incredibly helpful and professional.

The night proved to be very successful for the Club and from all accounts it was enjoyed by all who attended.

As we are hoping to increase the numbers in the 2012 season, the money raised will be channeled into buying new training equipment for the Junior members of our club including balls ropes, cones, agility ladders and reflex balls.

Sincerely Nicole Dunkley President Albatross Club
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I am writing this letter on behalf of the Shoalhaven Kids in Need committee to thank you for you generous donation of a voucher for dinner for two to the value of $60:00 to be used in conjunction with our upcoming fund-raising event – Music in the garden to be held on the 19th November 2011

We really appreciate your generosity in this regard as we are sure your are regularly asked for your support in this way.

Thank you for assisting us in our quest to improve the quality of life for sick children and their families in the Shoalhaven area.

Yours sincerely Kerry Smith Secretary.
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Is gambling a problem?

Mens Bowling Club

The Secretary Manager's Report

The Secretary Manager's Report

Congratulations to 2nd chance $1,000 winners for
November  Darrell Barker No. 12056
And for December Peta Kent No.9447

Membership as at 11/1/12 - 12336

Gaming Machine pay-outs to lucky winners during November $1,907,358.40
and during December $2,051,813.05 Congratulations to all the winners who had a share in these windfalls.

Repainting of the Main Club is now complete and installation of the new umbrellas at the Sports Club is also complete with the exception of the installation of bird mesh to their underside to stop birds roosting on them and consequently defecating on the tables.

Replacement carpet for the Sports Club has been ordered and it is anticipated that delivery will be sometime in April with installation to take place some time after that.

I am unable to comment on the Government’s latest decision regarding Mandatory Pre Commitment as neither myself or ClubsNSW have seen the fine print however it certainly looks promising as the industry has always been in favour a trial prior to the introduction of such a scheme in order to ascertain if in actual fact it will help problem gamblers and in addition there are other matters to be thrashed out in M/S Gillard's proposed policies such as $250.00 daily limits on ATM withdrawals.

Lucky winners of the Christmas Bonus Raffle Prizes of a trailer full of goodies at the Main Club and a boat, motor and trailer at the Sports Club appear in the February issue of the “On Line” Newsletter. My congratulations to all the winners.

Trading over the Christmas period was quite good and whilst not setting the world on fire it did compare quite favourably with last year.

I think that is all the news for this month. My best wishes to all for a healthy New Year and to those not feeling too well at this stage, my sincere hopes that your recovery will be swift and we see you again at either of the Clubs.

Regards Chris Allen Secretary Manager

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Mens Bowling Club

Mens Bowling Club

Poets Corner

POEMS submitted by members

Australia
(Jackie Y)
When the shearing sheds are silent and the stock camps fallen quiet
When the gidgee coals no longer glow across the outback night 
And the bush is forced to hang a sign, 'gone broke and won't be back' 
And spirits fear to find a way beyond the beaten track

When harvesters stand derelict upon the wind swept plains 
And brave hearts pin their hopes no more on chance of loving rains 
When a hundred outback settlements are ghost towns overnight 
When we've lost the drive and heart we had to once more see us right

When 'Pioneer' means a stereo and 'Digger' some backhoe 
And the 'Outback' is behind the house, there's nowhere else to go
And 'Anzac' is a biscuit brand and probably foreign owned 
And education really means brainwashed and neatly cloned

When you have to bake a loaf of bread to make a decent crust 
And our heritage once enshrined in gold is crumbling to dust 
And old folk pay their camping fees on land for which they fought
And fishing is a great escape; this is until you're caught

When you see our kids with yankee caps and resentment in their eyes 
And the soaring crime and hopeless hearts is no longer a surprise 
When the name of RM Williams is a yuppie clothing brand 
Not a product of our heritage that grew off the land

When offering a hand makes people think you'll amputate 
And two dogs meeting in the street is what you call a 'Mate' 
When 'Political Correctness' has replaced all common sense 
When you're forced to see it their way, there's no sitting on the fence

Yes one day you might find yourself an outcast in this land 
Perhaps your heart will tell you then, 'I should have made a stand' 
Just go and ask the farmers that should remove all doubt 
Then join the swelling ranks who say, 'don't sell Australia out'
Author unknown
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WORRY
(Dorothy T)
Is there an imaginary cut off period when Offspring become accountable For their own actions?
Is there some wonderful moment when Parents can become detached spectators in The lives of their children and shrug,
'It's Their life,' and feel nothing?

When I was in my twenties, I stood in a hospital corridor Waiting for doctors to put a few stitches In my son's head and I asked,
'When do you stop worrying?'
The nurse said, 'When they get out of the accident stage..'
My Parents just smiled faintly And said nothing.

When I was in my thirties, I sat on a little chair in a classroom And heard how one of my children Talked incessantly, disrupted the class, And was headed for a career Making license plates.
As if to read my mind, a teacher said,
'Don't worry, they all go through this stag And then you can sit back,
Relax and enjoy them.'
My Parents just smiled faintly And said nothing.

When I was in my forties, I spent a lifetime waiting For the phone to ring, The cars to come home, The front door to open.
A friend said,
'They're trying to find themselves. 'Don't worry! In a few years, they'll be adults. 'They'll be off on their own They'll be out of your hair'
My Parents just smiled faintly And said nothing.

By the time I was 50, I was sick & tired of being vulnerable. I was still worrying over my children, But there was a new wrinkle.. Even though they were on their own
I continued to anguish over their failures, Be tormented by their frustrations and Absorbed in their disappointments.. And there was nothing I could do about it.
My Parents just smiled faintly And said nothing.

My friends said that When my kids got married I could stop worrying
And lead my own life.
I wanted to believe that, But I was haunted by my parent's warm smiles And their occasional, 'You look pale. Are you all right' ?
'Call me the minute you get home'. Are you depressed about something?'

My friends said that When I became a grandparent That I would get to enjoy The happy little voices yelling Grandma! Papa! But now I find that I worry Just as much about the little kids As the big ones.
How can anyone cope With all this Worry?

Can it be that parents are sentenced To a lifetime of worry? Is concern for one another Handed down like a torch To blaze the trail of human frailties And the fears of the unknown?
Is concern a curse or is it A virtue that elevates us To the highest form of earthly creation?

Recently, one of my own children Became quite irritable, saying to me, 'Where were you? I've been calling for 3 days, And no one answered I was worried.'

I smiled a warm smile. The torch has been passed.
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Mens Bowling Club

Mens Bowling Club

LAUGH A LITTLE EVERY DAY....& The World According to Bert

LAUGH A LITTLE EVERY DAY....

There's always a lot to be thankful for if you take time to look for it. For example I am sitting here right now thinking how nice it is that wrinkles & fat don't hurt.
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THE WORLD ACCORDING TO BERT

An Old Farmer's Advice:

• Every path has a few puddles.
• When you wallow with pigs, expect to get dirty.
• The best sermons are lived, not preached.
• Most of the stuff people worry about ain't never gonna happen anyway.
• Don't judge folks by their relatives.
• Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.
• Live a good, honourable life. Then when you get older and think back, you'll enjoy it a second time.
• Don't interfere with somethin' that ain't botherin' you none.
• Timing has a lot to do with the outcome of a rain dance.
• If you find yourself in a hole, the first thing to do is stop diggin'.
• Sometimes you get, and sometimes you get got.
• The biggest troublemaker you'll probably ever have to deal with, watches you from the mirror every mornin'.
• Always drink upstream from the herd.
• Good judgement comes from experience, and a lotta that comes from bad judgement.
• Lettin' the cat outta the bag is a whole lot easier than puttin' it back in.
• If you get to thinkin' you're a person of some influence, try orderin' somebody else's dog around.

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LAUGH AND THE WORLD WILL LAUGH WITH YOU followed by Club Pictures

LAUGH AND THE WORLD WILL LAUGH WITH YOU
Jokes submitted by members

A Cruise ship moment
(Joy W)
A lady was standing at the railing of a cruise ship holding on to her hat tightly so that the wind would not blow it off.

A gentleman passing politely said “Pardon me Madam, I don't want to appear too forward but did you know the wind is blowing your skirt up”

“Yes I did know” the lady answered “but I need both hands to hopld on to this hat”

The gent said “But surely you must know that the wind is blowing your skirt so high that your private parts are being exposed”

The lady looked down and then up to the man's eyes and said “Sir, whatever you see down there is 85 years old. I only bought this hat yesterday.
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Childbirth at 65  
(Ken T)
 With all the new technology regarding fertility recently, a 65-year-old friend of mine was able to give birth...

When she was discharged from the hospital and went home, I went to  visit. 
 
 'May  I see the new baby?' I asked 
 
 'Not  yet ,' She said 'I'll make coffee and we can chat for a while  first.' 
 
 Thirty  minutes had passed, and I asked, 'May I see the new baby now?'   
 
 'No, not yet,' She said. 
 
 After another few minutes had elapsed, 
 
 I asked again, 'May I see the baby now?'   'No, not yet,' replied my friend. 
 
 Growing very impatient, I asked, 'Well, when can I see the baby?' 
 
'WHEN HE CRIES!' she told me. 
 
 'WHEN HE CRIES?' I demanded. 'Why do I have to wait until he CRIES?' 

'BECAUSE I FORGOT WHERE I PUT HIM, O.K.?!!'
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The Bear Remover
(Alan F)

A man in rural Wisconsin woke up one morning to find a bear on his roof.  Not exactly sure what to do, he takes a look in the Yellow Pages, and sure enough, there's an ad for "Up North Bear Removers".

He calls the number and the bear remover says he'll be over in 30 minutes.  The bear remover arrives and gets out of his van.  He's got a ladder, a baseball bat, a 12 gauge shotgun and a mean ole pit bull dog.
 
"What are you going to do?" the home owner asks.
 
"I'm going to put this ladder up against the roof, then I'm going to go up there and knock the bear off the roof with this baseball bat.  When the bear falls off the roof, the pit bull is trained to grab his testicles and not let go.  The bear will then be subdued enough for me to put him in the cage in the back of the van."
 
He then hands the shotgun to the home owner.
 
"What's the shotgun for?" asks the home owner.
 
"If the bear knocks me off the roof, shoot the dog."
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The Porch
(Kevin D)
A blonde teenage girl, wanting to earn some extra money for the summer, decided to hire herself out as a 'handy-woman' and started canvassing a nearby well-to-do neighbourhood.

She went to the front door of the first house, and asked the owner if he had any odd jobs for her to do.

'Well, I guess I could use somebody to paint my porch,' he said.  'How much will you charge me?'

Delighted, the girl quickly responded, 'How about $50?'  The man agreed and told her that the paint brushes and everything she would need were in the garage.

The man's wife, hearing the conversation said to her husband, 'Does she realise that our porch Goes ALL the way around the house?'

He responded, 'That's a bit cynical, isn't it?'

The wife replied, 'You're right.... I guess I'm starting to believe all those dumb blonde jokes.'  

Later that day, the blonde came to the door to collect her money. 'You're finished already?' the startled husband asked.

'Yes, the blonde replied, and I even had paint left over, so I gave it two coats.  Impressed, the man reached into his pocket for the $50.00 and handed it to her along with a ten dollar tip.  

'And by the way,' the blonde added, 'it's not a Porch, it's a Lexus".
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Drinking and driving
Shirley F)
I would like to share an experience with you all, about drinking and driving.

As you well know, some of us have been known to have had brushes with the authorities on our way home from the odd social session over the years.

A couple of nights ago, I was out for a few drinks with some friends at the Club and had a few too many beers and some rather nice red.

Knowing full well I may have been slightly over the limit, I did something I've never done before .... I took a bus home. Sure enough I passed an RBT but as it was a bus they waved it past.

I arrived home safely without incident, which was a real surprise, as I have never driven a bus before and am not sure where I got it from!
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Business is Business
(Dorothy T)
A Chinese bloke goes to a Jew to buy black bras, size 38.

The Jew, known for his skills as a businessman, says that black bras are rare and that he is finding it very difficult to buy them from his suppliers. Therefore he has to charge $50.00 for them.
The Chinese guy buys 25 pairs.

He returns a few days later and this time orders fifty.

The Jew tells him that they have become even harder to get and charges him $60.00 each.

The Chinese guy returns a month later and buys the Jew's remaining stock of 50, and this time for $75.00 each.

The Jew is somewhat puzzled by the large demand for black size 38 bras and asks the Chinese guy, "...please tell me - What do you do with all these black bras?"

The Chinese guy answers: "I cut them in half and sell them as skull caps to you Jews for $200.00 each."
 
"Business  is  Business"
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Lovemaking Tips For  Seniors 
(Bert W)
1.Wear your glasses to make sure your partner is actually in the bed..
2. Set timer for 3 minutes, in case you doze off in the middle.
3. Set the mood with lighting.. (Turn them ALL OFF!)
4. Make sure you put 999 on your speed dial before you begin.
5. Write partner's name on your hand in case you can't remember..
6. Use extra polygrip so your teeth don't end up under the bed.
7 Have Valium ready in case you actually complete the act..
8.. Make all the noise you want....the neighbours are deaf, too.
9. If it works, call everyone you know with the good news!!
Don't even think about trying it twice. . . .. . .. 
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He works in mysterious Ways
(Peter S)

Sister Mary Ann, who worked for a home health agency, was out making her rounds visiting home-bound patients when she ran out of fuel. As luck would have it, a service station was just a block away.

She walked to the station to borrow a can and buy some petrol. The attendant told her that the only can he owned had been loaned out, but she could wait until it was returned. Since Sister Mary Ann was on the way to see a patient, she decided not to wait and walked back to her car.

She looked for something in her car that she could fill with fuel and spotted the bedpan she was taking to the patient. Always resourceful, Sister Mary Ann carried the bedpan to the station, filled it with petrol, and carried the full bedpan back to her car.

As she was pouring the fuel into her tank, two leather clad bikers watched from across the street.. One of them turned to the other and said, 'If it starts, I'm turning Catholic.'!!
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The Cab Driver
(Bert W)

If you've ever had an Indian taxi driver you'll love this one ...........
A drunk woman, stark naked, jumped into a taxi at a Durban Cab Rank.

The Indian driver opened his eyes wide and stared at the woman. He made no attempt to start the Cab.

"What's wrong with you Luv, haven't you ever seen a naked woman before?"

"I'll not be staring at you lady, I am telling you, that would not be proper, where I am coming from".

"Well if you're not staring at me Luvie, what are you doing then?"

"Well, I am looking and looking, and I am thinking to myself, where is this lady keeping the money to be paying me with."
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Getting Married
(Dorothy T)
Jack, age 92, and Gill, age 89, living in Nelson, are all excited about their decision to get married. They go for a stroll to discuss the wedding, and on the way they pass a chemist shop and Jack suggests they go in. Jack addresses the man behind the counter:
"Are you the owner?"

The pharmacist answers, "Yes."

Jack: "We're about to get married. Do you sell heart medication?"

Pharmacist: "Of course we do."

Jack: "How about medicine for circulation?"

Pharmacist: "All kinds "

Jack: "Medicine for rheumatism?"

Pharmacist: "Definitely."

Jack: "How about suppositories?"

Pharmacist: "You bet!"

Jack: "Medicine for memory problems, arthritis, and Alzheimer's?"

Pharmacist: "Yes, a large variety. The works.."

Jack: "What about vitamins, sleeping pills, antidotes for Parkinson's disease?"
Pharmacist: "Absolutely.."

Jack: "Everything for heartburn and indigestion?"

Pharmacist: "We sure do..."

Jack: "You sell wheelchairs and walkers and canes?"

Pharmacist: "All speeds and sizes."

Jack: "Adult incontinence pants?"

Pharmacist: "Sure."

Jack: "Then we'd like to use this store for our wedding presents list..."

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