Club Banora Finished at the Follows: John Keating, Ragina Rogers and Brian Brown
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TWIN TOWNS CLUBNEWS ISSUE 524,JUNE 2021 GET A SHARE OF $50,000 MEMBERS CASH GRAB NEW! AMIGOS MEXICAN EXPRESS CANTINA JAM-PACKED JUNE ENTERTAINMENT WEDNESDAY MEAT TRAY LAST CHANCE RAFFLES FOR DINE & DISCOVER RETURN TO BANORA 1READ | ISSUE 524 THE JUNE 2021 LATEST NEWS FROM OUR SPORTING & SOCIAL CLUBSPh: 07 5536 2277 | twintowns.com.au OPENS THURSDAY Head Chef David Organ, ready to get the party started at Amigos! 10 JUNE Arriba, Arriba! AMIGOS IS COMING IN JUNE If you’re craving a ‘south of the border’ dining experience with a tomatoes, butter beans, roasted vegetables such as cauliflower few drinks, need a late-night taco fix after the show or you’re a full- and broccolini feature throughout the menu. on fan of fresh Mex anytime, day or night, Amigos at Twin Towns is “Amigos will be distinctly different to any other restaurant at Twin about to bring some colour and fun to the table. Towns,” said David. From Thursday 10 June, head to Level 1 and follow the irresistible Express meals from the new outlet will be perfect to share at the aromas of Mexico to Amigos. Express, Cantina-style meals are table with your amigos or just go solo and clutter the table with on the menu, including Tacos, Nachos, Burritos, Burrito Bowls, your favourites for a Mexican feast. Chimichangas and fresh and healthy house-made salads. Grab your Amigos-to-go meal, an icy cold beer, Margarita or drink Amigos dishes come with your choice of tender charred chicken, of your choice, and enjoy some great Mexican food wherever you pulled beef brisket, spicy grilled chorizo or the ‘vego mexo’ choose within the Club. You can also take your Amigos with you if vegetarian option. Head Chef David Organ says the key ingredient you’re heading home or staying at the Resort. in all Amigos’ dishes is “FRESH”! It may be the hottest new thing at Twin Towns but meals at Amigos “Our signature Amigos’ tomato salsa and pineapple salsa will won’t be too spicy so don’t be scared to give it a try. If milder Mex both be made inhouse, using the best and freshest produce from is nacho style, there’s the option to add Amigos house-made chilli the market. sauce for some firepower. “Amigos smoky chipotle mayo, guacamole, slaws, salads, along with Enjoy a taste of Mexico at Amigos at Twin Towns or as the all meat and vegetarian fillings, will be prepared in our kitchen by Mexicans say, “Buen provecho”. Twin Towns chefs. Amigos will open Thursday to Sunday. Check the website for “Fresh limes, coriander, avocadoes, capsicum, chillies, heirloom opening times. MEMBERS CASH GRAB JACKPOT UP TO $8,500 SEE PAGE 4 2 | ISSUE 524 JUNE 2021 Ph: 07 5536 2277 | twintowns.com.au The number of members and visitors attending the Clubs has increased, albeit slowly, as we become more confident about going out and engaging with other members of our community. BOARD The theme for the future could well be remaining vigilant and abiding by all health orders as they are issued. This may not be CHAIRMAN’S easy but may help to stop the transmission of the virus into the community. The new Mexican restaurant called AMIGO’S is certainly taking p shape and is due to open for business in early June. I really like Re ort the look of the fit-out, especially the sombrero light shades which I think will be a real conversation starter. The restaurant The 64th Annual General Meeting of Twin Towns Services adds a new variety of food offers available at the main Club. Club Limited was held on 18 May 2021. The 110 members in There is not much new information available at the moment as attendance at the meeting enjoyed supper and refreshments at we are focusing on providing new and exciting entertainment the conclusion. at all our venues, eg live music, raffles, shows and many other attractions which will be added in the future. A ballot was required to elect the three directors as required under the Club’s constitution. The successful nominees are as The Cash Housie which was held at Club Banora finished at the follows: John Keating, Ragina Rogers and Brian Brown. end of May 2021. The Currumbin Coolangatta Tweed Rotary Club found that providing the sessions was cost prohibitive and There were several questions received in relation to the were forced to cease their involvement. potential amalgamation with Cudgen Leagues Club which were answered by the CEO Rob Smith. The meeting concluded at Until next time 7.30pm. Brian Brown Vale Life Member Cec Anshaw Twin Towns CEO appointed Twin Towns Board of Directors, management and staff were to ClubsNSW Board deeply saddened to hear the news that Life Member Cec Anshaw passed away on 28 May. Last month, ClubsNSW At the Twin Towns AGM on 18 May, members voted unanimously announced that Twin Towns to endorse a resolution to honour Cec with Life Membership. He CEO Rob Smith would be received his Life Membership badge at a presentation at Club appointed to the Board to fill a Banora on 22 May. casual vacancy resulting from the retirement of long-serving Board Chairman Brian Brown said Cec will be remembered as a Director Keith Gomes. highly respected bowler and much appreciated member of the Men’s Bowls Club. ClubsNSW Chair George Peponis, OAM, MBBS, said “Cec was a Foundation Member in 1996, President on nine Rob Smith brings extensive occasions, Vice President five times, Games Director twice, club industry knowledge and Assistant Director twice and Club Patron for eight years. Not significant experience in the only was he dedicated to his Club, he was an outstanding bowler, operation and evolution of winning Club Championships in Pairs, Triples and Fours. gaming, as well as club property developments and acquisitions. “His commitment to the game was unwavering, taking up roles “Rob has also represented ClubsNSW as the appointee to the as National Coach and National Umpire. Cec’s generosity in Tourism Industry Council and been a member of the ClubsNSW giving his time to assist and guide others made him an invaluable Gaming Advisory Committee since 1992,” said Mr Peponis. member of Twin Towns and Men’s Bowls,” said Brian. Rob said he is pleased to take up the position on the Board of Condolences are extended to Cec Anshaw’s family, friends and ClubsNSW, which currently represents over 1,200 member fellow bowlers. clubs and assists with strategic direction and vision for ClubsNSW and clubs across the State. “To have the opportunity to take up this role as a ClubsNSW Director is both an honour and a career highlight. “ClubsNSW is the peak representational body for NSW clubs and the fundamental role of its Board is to manage the organisation’s operations and activities to ensure they are geared towards sustainability and optimal outcomes for the industry. “The organisation also contributes to state and national policy direction and development of legislation that may impact its member clubs. “I look forward to working alongside the Chair and my fellow Men’s Bowls Club President Terry Deecke with Twin Towns Life Member, Board Directors, and offering a regional perspective to the Cec Anshaw. discussions on issues that affect all clubs.” 3 | ISSUE 524 JUNE 2021 Ph: 07 5536 2277 | twintowns.com.au WHEN THE MEMBERS CASH GRAB THREE MORE CHANCES TO WIN A SHARE JACKPOT HIT A MASSIVE $25,500 FOR OF $18,500 IN MEMBERS CASH GRAB THE DRAW ON 22 MAY, ONE VERY HAPPY WINNER, LOCAL MEMBER If you’re thinking it just might be your turn to pick up a big BRIAN ANDERSON, WAS THERE TO cash prize, you need to be in it to win it! The Cash Grab jackpot has now climbed to $8,500 so make CLAIM THE PRIZE! sure you visit Twin Towns as many times as you can in the days leading-up to the next draw on Saturday 5 June. Brian said he worked that Saturday afternoon so just came To get a ticket in the draw, visit Twin Towns and swipe in for the major draw. He said when his name was called, it your membership card when you make your first food or was a “numbing experience”. beverage purchase of the day.* Receive one ticket every “It was numbing, but it felt good. I thought, the universe has day you come to the Club. The more entries you have in the been good to me and now I can spread that goodness around barrel, the more chances you have to win. with some friends and work colleagues that aren’t well off. The remaining draws in Members Cash Grab will be “I’ve already shared $4,000 of the win and called another Saturday 5, 12 and the final draw on Saturday 19 June, friend who is doing it tough to tell him we are both going on when any cash that hasn’t been claimed WILL BE WON! The a holiday.” barrel closes at 3.30pm sharp on Saturdays. Purchases made Brian said he went to bed the night after the win but woke after 3pm will go in the next Saturday’s draw, except for the up at 4am. He thought to himself, did I dream that I won that final draw. money at Twin Towns last night? This Saturday, there are four $500 draws at 3.30pm, It soon came flooding back. He did win over $25,000 and 4.30pm, 5.30pm and 6.30pm. The jackpot draw takes place Brian is living proof that good things can happen when you at 7pm, where $8,500 will be up for grabs.