CONNECT Club Taree’s community magazine Summer 2016-17 ready for summers swimwear essential recipes season? WELCOME TO THE YEAR OF THE ROOSTER

escape to hamilton island PENJING small is the new big Contents 2 The President’s Welcome CEO’s club taree report 3. 5 Livvi’s Place 7 Relay For Life CT connect NYE fireworks

910. Save the date edition 9 11 Scholarship Program SUMMER 2016-17 13 OUR COMMUNITY president’s welcome Management Team Contact Details CLUB TAREE Chief Executive Officer 121 Wingham Road Taree NSW 2430 2016 has been a widely successful year here at Club Taree thanks to the continued Awarded best function centre 15 Morgan Stewart PO Box 40 Taree NSW 2430 hard work of our team, and of course your continued membership, patronage and 17summer menu Brand and Communications Manager P 02 6539 4000 support. 2017 meets us with excitement and structure, continued foresight along with Paul Allan E [email protected] a well devised strategic plan for the years beyond. CASH OR CAR? Gaming and Operations Manager W www.clubtaree.com.au It’s hard to believe this year has nearly on the Manning River in January. I would continues to grow into the future.

. summer recipe Chris Bale #clubtaree 19 gone, and that I am introducing the also like to congratulate the Club Taree Thank you all again for participating Business Support Manager 21 ESSENTIALS Summer 16/17 issue of CT Connect. Community Team for being recognised in our latest Cash or Car promotion, get in shape for Michele Hill Magazine Content What will strike you throughout this as a finalist in this year’s Myall Lakes I’m sure you have all seen the Community Awards. We are proud of Executive Chef Paul Allan edition is ‘Community’. Club Taree has difference that this promotion has the contribution our staff make to the 23 SUMMER Murray Phillips never been more community focused, made throughout Club Taree, and it Brand and Communication Manager nor have we been more passionate community and are humbled by their would be hard to argue that it is not discover your Golf Course Manager [email protected] passion and commitment. valley about engaging with the community, more engaging, rewarding and more 24 Mark Spraggs and making a difference where we You may be aware that Club Taree exciting that our previous membership Chinese Year of Design and Layout can. You will see highlighted in this was named as the Best Function/ based badge draw promotion. We look edition our total contributions in the Convention Centre Caterer in Regional forward to presenting two premium 25 THE ROOSTER www.wellcreative.com.au 2015/2016 (September – August) into NSW at the recent NSW Savour Cash or Car draws in 2017, and trust 27 PENJING the community through donations, in Australia, Restaurant and Catering that you will continue to embrace this ESCAPE TO kind contributions and sponsorships. Association Awards for Excellence. Members promotion. This is further testament to the passion 29 Hamilton Island We are proud of our commitment to the It is wonderful to know that so community through these programs, and commitment of our team. I know many local individuals, businesses, 31 TAREE TOUCH FOOTY partnerships and contributions. You’ll that their competition was strong, organisations and social groups have Think! about your choices find it interesting to read about the Taree reputable, popular and noteworthy, and chosen to celebrate the festivities of Call Gambling Help 1800 858 858 MEET THE TEAM Touch Association, an organisation we for our team here at Club Taree to be the season here with us at Club Taree. 33 www.gamblinghelp.nsw.gov.au 34 Our Internal Clubs have sponsored for 9 years, and the recognised above their competitors On behalf of Dot and myself, the Club Club Taree practices the responsible service of alcohol difference that our financial support is indeed an achievement. Club Taree Taree Board of Directors, Management offers to so many families across the then went on to be one of only seven and our staff I wish you a safe and Manning Valley whose family members National Finalists, meaning that our Happy Christmas season. team here is recognised as being in the actively participate in this summer We also hope that 2017 brings you top seven venues nationwide for the sport. good health and happiness. Please overall function experience that they You will also read about the recipients travel safe, and enjoy the company of we value your thoughts offer; something that they can be very of our annual School Scholarship friends and family. Finally I take this proud of. Club Taree places value on your be a questionnaire on our community Program; the success of our recent opportunity to thank all the staff at Last edition I mentioned that the experience and perceptions of us. Over support, or how we serve our coffee. Club Taree turns Pink campaign; of Club Taree for their successes, daily Board of Directors and the Executive the coming months our team will be Perhaps it will be about our promotions Livvi’s Place (a community project); the commitment and enthusiasm. Leadership Team were away at our actively seeking feedback in a variety or staff engagement. We invite you to Relay For Life; along with our ongoing We here at Club Taree look forward to annual Strategic Planning Conference. of ways across all areas of Club Taree. embrace this opportunity to tell us how commitment to Ronald McDonald engaging with you throughout 2017, These two days saw both parties work It might be a quick survey on how your we are showing up. It will be used to House Northern NSW. and look forward to your continued together to cement a clear path not experience was on the course, or how make us even better. In partnering with the community we company and membership. only for 2017, but well into the years you enjoyed dining with us. It might are proud to be the presenting sponsor ahead. We look forward to sharing Kind Regards of Fireworks on the Foreshore for the details, events and strategy with you Geoff Watman second year running, and are delighted in the coming months as our business President to be a Platinum Sponsor for Tastefest 1 2 delivering improved products and services to Members and Visitors. Through realistic, These include our food and beverage offers with our new summer menu robustly discussed featuring your club favourites as well and well thought out as exciting new items such as share operational planning platters and freshly created seasonal foods which we believe you will enjoy we are ready to keep with friends and family. on delivering improved Our newest function offer The Secret products and services Garden has opened to great success as people look to us for a space where to Members and up to 40 can gather to celebrate life’s Visitors. events together and enjoy a new level of furniture, fit out and glorious food contributed in excess of $80,000 in and beverage offers. fundraising to our community through We’ve continued to invest in and initiatives such as le Tour de Taree, grow our assets, not only inside Club Taree Turns Pink and our Make the clubhouse, but very importantly a Difference campaigns. Our team are outdoors on our terrific golf course constantly looking for new ways to and clubhouse grounds and surrounds engage with and assist the community, in general. We have in my opinion one and they already have some exciting of the best golf courses available to plans for 2017. play and we all continue to enjoy a Our Board and Executive Leadership high level of course presentation that Team have developed a Strategic is second to none in our district and Plan which is being enacted as we the envy of some of our competitors. head into 2017 and beyond, with the Our golf membership is growing and in next five to ten years giving us an particular we are focusing on growing exciting opportunity to create a Club Women’s golf and Junior golf. Growth for the future. We have plans for the in golf is one of our keys to success continued growth and development of and in our strategic plan for the future. our Golf Course and the results of our As always change will take place and planning and consultation for a Seniors we must be transparent and realistic Living and Retail Precinct will be by appreciating that having a quality unveiled to Members and Community range of products and improved Stakeholders ahead of our next Annual CEO’s report services for members does drive General Meeting in May 2017. increased costs, which like the CPI I offer you and your families my costs of beer and food items, will best wishes for a safe, prosperous be passed onto members through Members, I thank you for your warm welcome to me and harmonious Christmas season to some of our city counterparts. marginally increased prices from time and take this opportunity to remind as your CEO as it’s now been over six months in the We have introduced Member pricing to time. you all that your Club practices the in order to grow membership with leadership role which I am enjoying very much. In order to be sustainable for the future, responsible service of alcohol and the great success, but also to grow brand we can’t allow ourselves to end up in a responsible conduct of gaming. We We are experiencing a financially strong so that you can enjoy your experience and brand loyalty by making holding 2016 Year in review situation where to use the analogy of have relationships with community year in 2016 with our club generating and come back to us in the future. We a membership a benefit to those who promotions for example, that the people support services available for anyone I thank you all for a terrific 2016 to-date consistent year on year growth across are authentic and acknowledge that we take it up and join Club Taree. We taking part in a promotion expect the who needs a hand or an ear over this and importantly for your continued our all our departments. Importantly are not perfect, but our group goal is to have brought in Members Monday- prizes to get bigger and better, but no busy and sometimes lonely time of the patronage and loyalty to our Club and I would highlight to you all that we exceed expectations each time we can. Friday lunch specials which have been one is actually paying more for the year should anyone need them for any community. are growing our non-gaming revenue, We put our hand up when we don’t, own warmly received by you all as we look price of their tickets. We believe that reason. which is an important metric of income it and learn from it to do better next We are a member based business to continue to grow our lunch trade. We quality comes at a reasonable price diversity. Our Management mantra’s time. Continuous improvement is very As always, my condolences to those and it is important that we continue appreciate that some of our Members which is regularly reviewed. to talk with you about the changes we are that we are the ‘Experience people’ important to us. eat their main meal at lunchtime and Members who have lost loved ones. Our partnership with our community Please take care of yourselves and of are undertaking and our plans for the and that ‘Not everyone gambles, but We expect to push through the $10M we look forward to increasing our continues to make us very proud with each other. future. Your Board and I are the trusted everyone eats and drinks’ in revenue mark in 2016 and we have catering offer to those Members in our Staff and Directors providing over guardians of these members and By that I mean that our business is a year to date EBITDA of 21% which 2017 and beyond. 1800 hours into projects with our community assets, which is a role that geared towards providing you with a reflects back to us that Club Taree is Through realistic, robustly discussed partners. The Club Taree Community Morgan Stewart ACCM, AFAIM, CAHRI we take very seriously and with great quality experience when you visit us. Our not only one of the stronger performing and well thought out operational Team, with the assistance of our Chief Executive Officer passion and commitment. fantastic staff enjoy giving you all great regional businesses in our state but planning we are ready to keep on members and guests to-date has Club Taree customer service and terrific products has financial results which are enviable

3 4 Play is a basic part of every childhood. The organisation has partnered with Unfortunately, not all children and their What makes an inclusive councils and developers on over 20 Over the fundraising families can access all playspaces in playspace? projects across Australia to deliver period Club Taree Australia. inclusive playspaces so that ALL We’ve surveyed hundreds of locals and the Club Taree Some families face a range of barriers families in a local community can enjoy that prevent them from having the and have been told what matters the outdoors and play together. to you. Some of the benefits people Community Team same experiences as other families in Ultimately we would like there to be are seeking include: will be working with these important community hubs. no need for our organisation anymore • so children can play ourMembers, Guests Why build a playspace that at least 20% – we’d like to be redundant. We would of your community can never use? • to have fun be if it became mandatory for all and community to 1 in 100 children are on the autism • to get outdoors and enjoy the playspaces to be inclusive and follow help raise funds spectrum, fresh air the Principles of Universal design and • to get some exercise for both the Federal Government’s National for this fantastic 20% of Australians have a disability parents and children, including Disability Strategy. community project. 43% of those aged over 55 having a developing gross motor skills Can we do this? disability. • social benefits, for both parents Yes. We have done it before - many But there is a solution – inclusive and children times. Touched by Olivia has already playspaces. • to have some family time such as delivered 20 inclusive playspaces One of the key roles of local government picnics, celebrations across Australia. We’ve worked with is deciding how to best spend limited • to play on equipment and in regional councils and communities and ratepayer funds. Lots of elements go space that isn’t available at home have been fortunate to see the change into this process – demand, cost, land • to have a change of scenery and a truly inclusive playspace can make, availability, grant opportunities and get out of the house in areas like Port Macquarie, Dubbo, community priorities. An important • to access a free activity Merimbula and Jindabyne. consideration in this process is how Midcoast Council is committed and many people in the community will Who are we? has allocated a location and some benefit from the new asset. In November 2006, John and Justine funding towards Livvi’s Place Taree. Building a playspace that the whole Perkins lost their 8-month-old baby We’ve received pledges from local community can enjoy is clearly a better daughter Olivia to a rare illness. It was Lions Clubs, and have visited hundreds decision than building a playspace that a devastating time, and yet this point in of local students in schools to develop automatically excludes 20% to 30% of John and Justine’s lives brought with it a concept design. new meaning: a gift with a message—a people. What’s next? message to positively enhance the This is where an inclusive Livvi’s Place You can help us by pledging your lives of families in a significant way. playspace comes in. support for inclusive play. Your Touched by Olivia is a not-for-profit Designing an inclusive playspace business or organisation can sponsor organisation which aims to directly involves thinking about a lot of issues an item of equipment. Your family may relieve the disability, helplessness – access, facilities, equipment, location want to see their name paved into the and misfortune experienced by many and safety all have to be factored in to playspace. Or you may have ideas and Australians through, among other the project. want to join the volunteer committee. things, developing and implementing Now is the time for you to get involved Can someone in a wheelchair move inclusive play spaces and to thereby: about the space? Is parking available? and make a change in the way people • give every Australian the right to play, Are paths wide enough? Is there an are included in your local community. side by side, without discrimination accessible toilet with facilities for or prejudice; and Visit our website to get more changing older children in? Does information. • facilitate social and community the equipment feature ramps, low livvis place inclusion for people with disability as www.touchedbyolivia.com.au/taree platforms, swings suitable for all well as their families and carers. Because every child needs to play. ages and abilities? Is it located near transport options? Is there sufficient fencing? Can children of all abilities play together in the same space? At Touched by Olivia we strive to partner With the help of the local community an all-inclusive Livvi’s Place Playground is truly with local Councils and developers to put inclusive playspaces into every possible. Here we take a look at the Touched by Olivia Foundation, who are responsible community in Australia. We are proud for the project. They have already secured funding through Midcoast Council and to partner with Midcoast Council and there is no doubt you will hear a lot about this project over the next year or two, as the the community of Taree to create a truly inclusive playspace for everyone community helps make this project a reality. in the region to enjoy.

5 6 Ceremonies Opening Ceremony: 10am Saturday 1st April 2017 Closing Ceremony: 9:45am Sunday 2nd April 2017 Candlelight Ceremony: 6:45pm relay Saturday 1st April 2017 Information Session Come and find out what the Relay For Life is all about Wednesday 15 February for life Club Taree, 121 Wingham Road, Taree NSW, 2430 from 6pm Relay For Life is a fun and moving overnight Wednesday 22 March 2017, Club experience that raises vital funds for the Cancer Taree, 121 Wingham Road, Taree NSW, 2430 from 6pm Council’s research, prevention, information and The information sessions allow support services. Relay is a chance for the Taree Relay participants to receive community to recognise and celebrate local cancer information around the event, ask questions, meet fellow survivors, patients and their carers, to honour and Relay participants and discuss remember loved ones lost to cancer and to raise fundraising initiatives. money to help save lives

Club Taree is delighted to be named as the host venue for the 2017 Manning Valley Relay For Life. The event will be hosted here onsite at Club Taree on the back lawn of the Club. We are even more delighted that our very own Club Taree It all began in... At Cancer Council we believe it’s so you’re a Survivor or Carer, getting Community Team will be participating in the event and as such in the lead up to the 1’st April Club Taree will have a important to show you, our supporters, involved in your local Relay For Life number of fundraising initiatives in place to help us raise funds for the Cancer Council. We would love to see this event Relay For Life began in the USA in May just how vital Relay For Life is in can introduce you to others who are the most successful Relay todate, and as such encourage anyone to get a team together and participate. 1985 when colorectal surgeon, Dr. our mission to beat cancer. As a facing similar challenges and create Gordy Klatt, wanted to raise awareness community-funded organisation, we opportunities for sharing stories, Here we catch up with Sarah from the For Life so special. and make a difference. Whatever your of cancer and boost the income of rely on the goodwill of thousands of friendship and hope. his local cancer charity. He spent a Cancer Council. Put your thinking cap on to plan your reasons, you’ll never forget your first donors, fundraisers and volunteers to What is the Survivors and Carers lap gruelling twenty-four hours circulating What is Relay For Life? team theme, campsite decorations Relay experience! fund our much-needed research and all about? a track in Tacoma, Washington, and programs. Through the funds raised Relay For Life is a chance for and costumes. It all adds colour to Relay participants are encouraged to The first lap of Relay honours cancer raised over US$27,000, and showed at Relay For Life, more than 61,000 communities to recognise and the event. While it’s not compulsory fundraise in the lead up to the event, Survivors and Carers who take to that one person really can make a Australian lives have been saved over celebrate those who have overcome to dress up, many teams do. From with all money raised supporting the track, proudly wearing coloured difference. the last 20 years. Improvements in cancer or are undergoing treatment, as superheroes of hope to clowns, pirates the Cancer Council’s vital research, sashes. All participants gather around Since then, Relay For Life has become cancer prevention and screening mean well as the people who care for them. and space outfits, dressing in theme prevention and support services. the track to applaud the courage and the largest fundraising event for cancer that less people will hear the words, Relay also provides an opportunity to is a great way to get your team having Who can participate? strength shown by those completing in the world. Celebrated by more than 4 “you have cancer”. Advances to cancer celebrate the memory of loved ones fun. the lap. With motivation levels high, Everyone! There are no restrictions million people in over 20 countries, this treatments allow cancer patients to lost to cancer. Each person on the team pays a all participants walk the second lap when it comes to Relay. You don’t have inspirational overnight event empowers spend more time with their loved ones. registration fee, which includes a together. Each Relay For Life event is organised to be over 18 to get involved – anyone and unites local communities to fight You, our supporters, have played a shirt and breakfast in the morning. by a local volunteer committee on can do it! cancer. huge part in this, and by continuing Who can take part? behalf of Cancer Council. Teams of There are no age limitations or fitness Relay for Life events also rely on Relay For Life began in Australia in to participate in Relay For Life we will All cancer Survivors and Carers are 10–15, which are headed up by a team requirements – Relay For Life is the generosity of volunteers. Check 1999 when the Victorian community save more lives. Thank you. welcome to take part in the walk, captain, get together and fundraise suitable for everyone. To join in the fun, out the difference you can make by of Murrumbeena raised over $75,000 Register for the Survivors and Carers whether they are part of a team or year-round. Everyone then meets at register your team online today. volunteering at Relay. for Cancer Council. Relays are now lap at your local Relay not. Survivors are those who are now the Relay to celebrate the amazing Why do we Relay? When and where does Relay happen? held in every Australian State and cancer-free or those who are currently fundraising achievements of the past Relay For Life is a celebration of cancer Thousands of Australians participate in Territory, with more than 134,000 undergoing treatment. Carers include year. Teams participate in a relay-style The 2017 Manning Valley Relay survivorship, sending a message of over 200 Relays across Australia each participants raising over $24 million those walking with the person they walk or run, challenging themselves for Life is being held at Club Taree hope that people do survive cancer. year. Some people Relay in memory of each year. Every dollar raised goes care for and those walking in honour of to stay on the track overnight. Each (121 Wingham Road Taree NSW) on We come together each year in over a loved one lost to cancer. Some do it towards funding Cancer Council’s a loved one lost. event is unique and you can stay for Saturday the 1st and Sunday 2nd April 200 community Relay For Life events to show how proud they are at having vital research, prevention and support For more information visit the whole event and camp overnight, 2016. The Opening Ceremony begins around Australia to celebrate cancer survived cancer. Some do it to show programs, many of which help people www.relayforlife.org.au and search enjoy the fun activities and attend the at 10am on the Saturday. survivors and their carers. No one they are strong enough to beat cancer. in your community every day. Manning Valley moving ceremonies that make Relay And some simply want to be involved should face cancer alone, so whether

7 8 save the date Christmas on the Course Club Taree Ham Raffle. featuring Rhonda Wednesday 14th Burchmore. Friday 2nd December. 7pm. 100 Hams. December 7pm. 20 whole hams and 80 half hams. Apart Join us for a once a year event here at from our toy raffle, our ham raffles are Club Taree, as we say Thank You to our the most popular of the year, come Members and Guests for their support along and join in the fun and festivity. club taree NYE during 2016 with a Special Christmas Event. Support Can Assist Manning Club Taree Ham Raffle. Valley, while enjoying a concert usually only forwarded to city dwellers. Wednesday 21st December. fireworks on the 7pm. 100 Hams. Monster Toy Raffle. 20 whole hams and 80 half hams. Apart from our toy raffle, our ham raffles are Sunday 4th December. the most popular of the year, come foreshore 3pm. $7000 worth of prizes along and join in the fun and festivity. Join us for our BIGGEST EVER Toy Raffle, We have gone overboard this Club Taree Seafood Raffle. year, with more prizes, and better quality than ever. The raffle will be held Friday 23rd December. in the Club Taree Auditorium. 7pm. $3000 of seafood. The ultimate raffle just in time for Fishing Club Ham Raffle. Christmas. Celebrate with friends and family this Christmas with fresh local Wednesday 7th December. seafood from the Club Taree Seafood 7pm. 30 Hams. Raffle. 30 Hams on offer. Funds raised will be donated to the Taree Women’s Refuge. Please be advised, that Club Taree will Come along and support this much not be trading on Christmas Day to needed organisation, while trying your allow our staff to enjoy Christmas with luck with the raffle. their family and friends. tastefest on the manning

Club Taree is delighted to join forces time we tried something new and loved with Tastefest on the Manning as a it.Club Taree will be front and centre at Platinum Sponsor for the inaugural Tastefest on the Manning, offering a event on Saturday 14th January 2017. range of food experiences, along with Club Taree are presenting the Food our own signature beer, Beeton Brew. experience at TasteFest on the TasteFest on the Manning will Manning, and as such Club Taree will showcase the best that the Manning enable Tastefest to showcase the Valley and surrounds has to offer We’re proud to once again be the magnificent Manning River Foreshore, carnival rides, live entertainment and a finest selection of local fresh produce, and will include craft beer, food, wine, major sponsor for Taree’s New Year’s between Pulteney and Manning range of delicious food and beverage local restaurants and the talents of entertainment, music as well as Eve Fireworks on the Foreshore event! Streets, we’d like to invite everyone to stalls. There will be so much to keep local chefs, cooks and passionate activities on the river. As one of the largest and most popular come along, spread a picnic blanket the kids entertained well into the night. “foodies” as they present their creations Saturday 14th January 2017 family events in our annual calendar, and enjoy a fantastic fun-filled evening The evening will be topped off with to the general public. Club Taree chose Farmers Markets from 9am Taree’s New Year’s Eve celebrations of festivity. a magical fireworks display over the to sponsor the food experience at Tastefest on the Manning from 10am are again guaranteed to provide a Kicking off at 5pm, we’ve got an action- water at 9pm. We hope to see you TasteFest on the Manning because we through to 8pm fabulous platform to ring in the New packed program lined up to create there! value the power of food to be the basis Queen Elizabeth Park – Riverbank Year. Set along the length of the the perfect atmosphere with games, of experience, we all remember the first Entry through Manning Street

9 10 scholarship program

The program Club Taree has always prided itself on the range and levels of support which we afford to the local and regional community. As a community venue we aim holding the school captaincy in 2016. Taree High School Chatham High School sees each successful student to maximise our support through donations, support, in kind contributions, Tom’s commitment to his studies is Nimasha Weththasinghe Jesse Osborn sponsorships, fundraising campaigns and scholarships. The Club Taree highlighted by him being awarded Dux receive $2000 to assist and aid Nimasha has attended Taree High Jesse has proven to be a great role Tertiary Scholarship Program is our way of offering support to an individual of the College for Year 12. them with their transition into School for the entirety of her high model for younger students and student at each of the local secondary schools who have been identified by tertiary studies. The Scholarship is Tom has represented the College at school education. During this time was a very positive influence on their their respective school as meeting (and exceeding) the suitability criteria. Hunter Region level in both athletics paid in two instalments of $1000, Nimasha has shown that she is an attitudes towards learning. and swimming . extremely capable, talented young one prior to them commencing his learning, the respect he displayed Jesse has achieved excellence Taree Christian College Overall Tom has upheld the values woman with outstanding academic their tertiary studies, and one prior toward his teachers and the guidance through hard work and has Baxter Pattison of Manning Valley Anglican College ability and a strong sense of civic, continuously upheld the primary to the commencement of their given to him by his parents. Since attending Taree Christian College and can be easily described as a fine school and community pride. values of Chatham High School. Perhaps Baxter’s strongest asset is his second year of study. Baxter Pattison has been a diligent and young man, and very worthy recipient Nimasha has consistently achieved Jesse has demonstrated dedication, outstanding personal character where dedicated student. of the scholarship. exceptional results in all her perseverance, organisational skills While the successful student he displays humility, integrity and Not only does he apply himself fully subjects. She is a very driven and and time management skills. is nominated by each of the compassion for others. to academic pursuits and tasks, he St Clares High School goal orientated young woman who Throughout his schooling Jesse has respective local schools, the main Baxter is a fine young man with encourages others to always try their Victoria Hayes is willing to sacrifice and persevere received various awards such as the criteria set by Club Taree is that the high values and standards. He has best to improve in all areas of life. Victoria has been a student of St to achieve her ambitions. She was Year Advisors Award, Student of the successful nominee be a student been thinking about and planning In the wider community Baxter Clares High School for the past three ranked in the top ten students both in Year Awards, Principals Awards and for his future for some time; taking who has: has taken part in triathlons and years. Throughout this time Victoria Year 11 as well as in Year 12. In Year Academic Excellence Awards. He the initiative to complete extra work rowing, cycling and hockey where has shown herself to be a highly 12 she was awarded first places in received Dux of the Year Award in • Upheld the primary values of experience opportunities in his own he is also respected for effort and estimable student who is intelligent, Chemistry, Economics and Physics. Year 9, Year 10, and Year 11. At the the school time to help guide his decisions. accomplishments. He is humble in his conscientious, self-disciplined and In 2016 she was also awarded the Dr final Year 12 assembly Jesse was the • Displayed a high level of achievements and abilities. Just this Baxter’s short term goal is to undertake cooperative. Victoria is also known Greening Medical Sciences Award. recipient of First in Physics, Chemistry citizenship year Baxter was also a finalist in the a Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering for her positive manner, successful Nimasha is a willing participant in and Mathematics Extension 1. He also at Newcastle University where he will completion of set tasks, willingness • Consistently maintained a Lion Youth of the Year. extracurricular activities, she has received a Semper Intrepidi Award for work diligently to do his best. to learn and her ability to work both At Taree Christian College, Baxter represented the school in basketball, his outstanding work in Mathematics focused study schedule independently and as part of a team. has always upheld the values of the netball and tennis. She has also Extension 2. • Shown a personal commitment Manning Valley Anglican College, respecting staff, visitors and Throughout her schooling Victoria has been a member of the peer support Jesse has worked industriously to set to achieving individual and fellow students. College contributed to the school community and literacy teams, and volunteered and achieve personal and collective through her involvement with the willingly at school events. group goals Baxter has fulfilled his duties as Senior Thomas Freeman goals and is highly respected by all schools Young Vinnies program and • Has chosen a clear direction Prefect in his later years at the college Tom has completed his entire schooling members of his cohort as well as in environmental groups. Victoria where he was given the role of building at Manning Valley Anglican College, teaching and non-teaching staff. for their future studies across a also supported the school “Sleep Out” and aspiring others in their academic starting in Kindergarten. Throughout Jesse has also been an active member chosen field charity night which raised funds to pursuits. He did this by leading by his schooling Tom has shown great of the Peer Tutoring program. assist disadvantaged youth. • Display continued value example in the effort he applies, and leadership, winning the Long Tan adherence outside the school also by the attitude he displayed toward Award for Leadership in 2015, and

11 12 Club Taree Turns Pink The 2015/2016 Clubgrants Year. Those who visited us in October would The Club Grants year has recently closed. Running from the 1st September 2015 through until the 31st August 2016, be well aware that we ‘turned pink’ for our the 2015/2016 Club Grants year saw Club Taree make donations totalling $153,154.43. The Club Taree Community the month to raise funds for the Cancer Team raised an additional $53,538.98. Taking Club Taree’s contribution to the community in the Club Grants Year to an Councils Pink Ribbon Campaign. We impressive $206,693.41 were once again delighted at how our members and guests embraced this community initiative and supported the efforts of the Club Taree Community Team. In 2016 the Club Taree Community Manning Valley Cycle Club Team ran a number of initiatives, and Club Taree is delighted to partner with the Manning Valley Cycle Club to hosted events to raise funds such as improve the safety of the Taree Criterium Track. the Pink Ribbon High Tea, the Pink The Manning Valley Cycle Club (MVCC) is a long established cycle club which Plate, and the Wine Degustation Dinner. encourages safe cycling for all ages. The Club conducts weekly races either We would like to take the time to thank on Police approved road courses at Upper and Central Landsdowne, Wootton our internal clubs, our members and Way, Bootawah and Kolodong. Club members also compete in Newcastle and guests for their valued contributions. Port Macquarie. The Criterium Track (Crit Track) is utilised for races during the A special mention must go to the daylight saving months and all year round for training. hardwork and passion of our Club Taree We look forward to working with the Manning Valley Cycle Club. Lady Golfers who each year run their Pink Golf Day as part of this program and in 2016 they managed to raise in excess of $4300, a truly amazing amount, that will make a dramatic difference to the Cancer Council and the programs that they fund. The total amount raised in 2016 was $9276.00. This is our third year of running this initiative and to date the total amount raised by the Club Taree Community Team for the Cancer Council with thanks to their supporters is $33,432.00.

2016 Rotary Schools throughout Australia, normally one our brave service personnel from The organisations we were proud to assist during the last Club Grants year were: school per community. A decision was all branches of the Defence Force. • Hunter Region SLSA Helicopter • Taree Women’s Refuge • Genetic Alliance Australia Spectacular taken to carry out an experiment in The online broadcast is watched by Service (Westpac Rescue Taree by taking the program to multiple thousands of people each week. • Cougars Hockey Club • Stepping On Program Club Taree is once again in 2016 a Helicopter) Gold Sponsor of the Rotary Manning schools. Currently the program is being • Youth Frontiers Program • NSW Police Legacy Each ceremony follows the same • Meals on Wheels Schools Spectacular. Funds raised by taken into Taree High School, Chatham format, but each is a different and very • Club Taree Golf • Manning Great Lakes Early • Dundaloo Support Services the Spectacular are used to support High School, Taree Public School, moving occasion, the daily Last Post • Taree Social Golf Intervention • Ronald McDonald House Northern programs being taught and funded Chatham Primary School and Manning Ceremony farewells visitors to the • Rotary Club of Taree • Alzheimer’s Australia in our local schools by the Australian Gardens School. NSW Memorial with a tribute to an Australian • Taree Photographic Club • Club Taree Women’s Golf Children’s Music Foundation (ACMF) . named on the Roll of Honour. • Ronald McDonald Family Retreat • Old Holden’s Club • Breast Cancer Support Group The ACMF was founded by Don Spencer • Can Assist Manning Valley Australian War Memorial Each Ceremony tells the story behind • Taree Historic Motor Club • Cancer Council to provide musical instruments and just one of the more than 102,700 • Students of St Clare’s High School, • Quota Club of Taree • BreastScreen NSW programs for disadvantaged and Last Post Ceremony names on the bronze panels that line Taree High School, Chatham High School, Manning Valley Anglican • Prostate Support Group • Taree Touch Association indigenous children in Australia. Initially In August Club Taree became a the walls of the Commemorative Area. College and Taree Christian College • Club Taree Community Concert • Manning Valley Hockey Association the program was taken into Juvenile Silver Sponsor of the Australian War It is a testament to the terrible cost of through the Tertiary Scholarship Band • Ronald McDonald Family Retreat Detension Centres and gradually it has Memorial (AWM) Last Post Ceremony war that it will take nearly 300 years Program. Forster expanded into schools. Some years in tribute to all of the local service to commemorate every person on the • Lower North Coast District Golf • Australian Children’s Music Association ago ACMF recognised the substantial personnel who have given their lives in Roll of Honour, and the Memorial is Foundation The Club Taree Community Team has numbers of youth in detention centres service to the nation. committed to ensuring that each story • Steve Bromhead’s Seniors Concert • Members of the Community – committed to “Make a Meal” at Ronald on the Central Coast of NSW came will eventually be told. • YMCA Swimathon Each day hundreds of people attend Fireworks on the Foreshore McDonald Family Retreat Forster once from the Manning Valley. • Club Taree Red Rovers the Last Post Ceremony at the • Taree and District Netball a month. This initiative will see our For many years ACMF has taken its AWM. It is a very moving and special Association • Medical Device Academy Team head out to Forster to host a program to disadvantaged schools commemoration of the sacrifice of • Samaritans Taree • University of Sydney dinner or lunch for the families.

13 14 functions @ club taree Club Taree has long been the venue of choice in the Manning Valley, in fact we have held more conferences, functions, weddings and events than any other I love my job, working in this role regional venue in the last 12 years. This is a title that we are extremely proud allows each day to be unique.I of and work hard each day to uphold, whether it be through our commitment to delight in ensuring that families offering quality products, or our genuine passion in remaining true to the core celebrate life’s events with joy principals of hospitality. and without hassle. Our team is committed to creating an event which meets your budget and requirements, whilt also being committed to ensuring that all events exceed your The support team that I have expectation in product quality and service delivery. around me are amazing, ensuring We are delighted to uniquely offer you a variety of venue options for your that the best quality products conference, function, wedding or event here at Club Taree, each option matching and that the most professional your own individual requirements. service standards are delivered Our Functions Coordinator Lisa Ruprecht is passionate, dedicated and defined as to our customers” Lisa Ruprecht a hospitality stalwart and willingly goes beyond the call of duty to ensure that each – Functions Coordinator and every event at Club Taree is perfect.

Club Taree hosts all forms of Club Taree was announced as the winner of “Best Function/Conference Centre functions and events, and are Caterer in Regional NSW”, an achievement of which our whole team should be proud. delighted to offer a range of This award recognises Club Taree as the state wide leader in the delivery of function experience based venues. For more information or to book a function services, facilities and catering. Club Taree’s competition for the award were noted with Club Taree please contact Lisa for their commitment to quality products and great service. Ruprecht on Email [email protected] The NSW Savour Australia, Restaurant cleanliness, hygiene, staff briefings, Brisbane, Adelaide Oval Function and Phone 02 6539 4000 and Catering Associations Awards meal preparation and presentation, Events North Adelaide, the Atlantic for Excellence were held in Sydney on meal delivery, customer service Group Docklands, and the University the 14th September. Members of our industry skills alliance, overall value for of Western Australia. Club Taree is Team Lisa, Murray, Kara and Paul were money and customer feedback. extremely honoured to have been listed lucky enough to attend on behalf of The National Awards were held on the as a finalist in the National Awards. Club Taree, who were finalists in two 24th October 2016, with Paul, Lisa, The awards presented by Savour categories. Murray, Lorraine and Gary heading Australia are considered the most The award is based on lengthy and to Sydney to represent Club Taree. dependable and authoritive guide thorough judging criteria and covers all Club Taree was listed as one of only to Australia’s best restaurants and aspects of the function process from seven nationwide finalists, meaning caterers. initial contact, to marketing information, Club Taree is recognised within the Each year on average 1500 entries are websites, package information and industry as one of the top seven received from across Australia. The design, customer liaison throughout function facilities in the country. Other Awards for Excellence set the national the function process, menu planning, finalists were QT Canberra, Doltone benchmark. menu costing, function costings, House Pyrmont, Customs House

15 16 Here at Club Taree our food journey started almost eighteen months ago, when we embraced a new style of dining, spoke of our Chef’s sauces Side dishes passion for food and Green peppercorn m 2.5 | nm 2.8 Smashed potato (gf) introduced experiences Mushroom & red wine m 2.5 | nm 2.8 bacon, olive, parsley & clarified butter such as The Craft Shop experience, share, enjoy. m7 | nm 7.7 welcome, Dianne m 2.5 | nm 2.8 and the Chef’s Table. Beer battered chips (v) May our table help you enjoy time with friends and family and provide the basis of Garlic prawn cream m 6.5 | nm 7.2 m 3 | nm 3.3 Now as we evolve even House made jus m 2.5 | nm 2.8 experiences, conversation, laughter, good times and memories set for a lifetime. Pan fried greens (v) (gf) further we introduce We are genuinely excited to present our Summer menu to you. Dineon19 is open daily from 11.30am. Salads with a crunch our Food Philosophy. Reservations are definitely recommended. Please phone 6539 4000 Dineon19 summer salad m 4.5 | nm 5 minted melon, cherry tomato, rocket, Seasonal garden salad (v) (gf) shaved prosciutto, parmesan crisps m 4.5 | nm 5 Our Food Philosophy. Prawn, bacon & asparagus linguini m 16.5 | nm 18 Starters Paddock to plate Caramelised baby carrots • We believe that food should feed spring onion, house made tomato basil Chef’s caesar salad Garlic bread (v) New York strip sirloin (gf) cream sauce, shaved parmesan with maple syrup & sesame seeds the soul crisp cos lettuce, smoked spec, grilled sourdough, garlic parsley butter house made steak fries, pan fried m 19.5 | nm 21.5 m 7.5 | nm 8.25 shaved parmesan, boiled egg, house • We believe that food should be an m 7.5 | nm 8.3 greens, house made jus, jalapeno and experience mustard aioli Atlantic cod (gf) made croutons, creamy garlic Fried Cauliflower mayonnaise Spring bruschetta m 34.5 | nm 38 pontiac potato, pan fried greens, Greek yogurt, freshly grated pecorino • We believe that food should be grilled sourdough, seasoned tomato, tomato & avocado salsa m 15 | nm16.5 m 6.5 | nm 7.2 shared with friends and family Pork sirloin stack Spanish onion, basil infused oil, m 25.9 | nm 28.5 Fresh herb oven roasted vegetable • We believe that food should be a balsamic reduction, parmesan marinated in garlic and mustard, Junior meals journey balsamic glazed baby vegetables, salad (p) (v) m 10.5 | nm 11.5 Club favourites Battered fish goujions seasonal vegetables, apple and sweet potato, pumpkin, baby carrots, • We believe that our food should Dineon19 toasted sour dough sultana chutney, house pan gravy (Served with either chips & salad or beetroot, asparagus, capsicum, m 9.5 | nm 10.5 reflect our passion vegetables) guacamole, grilled bacon, sautéed m 22.9 | nm 24.9 spinach Chicken nuggets mushrooms Crumb lamb cutlets m 15.9 | nm 17.5 Grilled chicken tenderloins (gf) m 9.5 | nm 10.5 m 12.5 | nm 13.8 shallow fried then oven baked, bacon, Monday to Friday tomato stock risotto, pan fried pan gravy Salad additives Vegetable frittata mushrooms, spring onion, asparagus Share plates m26.5 | nm 28.9 Seasoned pork strips m 9.5 | nm 10.5 lunch specials m 22.5 | nm 24.5 m 12 | nm 15 Lemon and honey roasted lamb Chicken breast schnitzel m 6 | nm 6.6 (Each served with either chips and Oven baked glazed lamb ribs salad or vegetables) Slow roasted, roasted balsamic glazed freshly crumbed, pan gravy Grilled chicken tenderloins (gf) Monday baby root vegetables & seasonal cumin pilaf rice, pan fried vegetables, m 19.8 | nm 21.8 Chicken, bacon & mushroom fried salt & pepper onion rings, chef’s m 6.5 | nm 7.2 Beef Bolognese steamed vegetables with pan gravy penne Presented for two honey lemon reduction mince, tomato basil sauce, shaved Pan-fried garlic beef (gf) garlic cream sauce, shaved m38.5 | Nm 42.4 m 28.5 | nm 31.4 Chicken parmigiana parmesan m 6.5 | nm 7.2 parmesan Smoked cheddar and goat’s cheese Char grilled pork chop tomato & basil sauce, mozzarella m 10 | nm 11 Pan fried / battered garlic prawns (gf) with fresh strawberries served with cous cous, tomato, olives, fetta, m 22.5 | nm 24.8 Chimichanga Tuesday pistachio crumb and toasted baguette Beef tortellini marinated roast vegetables, fresh Char grilled rump steak m 8.5 | nm 9.4 minced beef and pork, refried beans, herbs, sautéed garlic mushrooms house made tomato base sauce, m 40 | nm 44 perfectly seasoned, chargrilled melted cheese, sour cream, tomato m 27.5 | nm 29.9 Vegetarian salsa, rocket salad char grilled zucchini, roasted Cured meat platter m 27.8 | nm 30.5 Summer vegetable and fetta frittata (gf) m 14.5 | nm 16.5 capsicum, toasted sourdough shaved prosciutto, salami, fig chutney, Chimichangas Lambs fry cherry tomato, beetroot, rocket salad green stuffed olives, brie cheese, minced beef and pork, refried beans, Grilled chicken & bacon linguine Wednesday braised in pan gravy, crispy bacon lavosh melted cheese, sour cream, tomato m 16.5 | nm 18.1 house made tomato base sauce, fresh Moroccan lamb & vegetable m15.5 | nm 16.9 m 45 | nm 49.50 salsa, jalapeno, rocket salad Chilli extra virgin olive oil linguini herbs, spring onion skewer m 22.5 | nm 24.8 Half serve roast lamb Chicken & prawn skewers baby spinach, flat leaf parsley, roasted m 10 | nm 11 cumin rice, roasted bell pepper, tomato, bell pepper, basil pesto, Greek yogurt marinated chicken breast, sundried (Available lunchtime only) Chicken & prawn skewer Ocean to table shaved parmesan tomato pesto, prawn, pilaf rice, side of slow cooked, gravy, mint jelly vegetable fried pilaf rice Thursday Oven baked salmon fillet (gf) m 16.5 | nm 18.2 cilantro and lime mayo m 15.9 | nm 17.5 m 10 | nm 11 Fried pork strip noodle salad m 60 | nm 66 melon, prosciutto, roasted cherry tomato, rocket salad, rasberry Hoki fillets baby spinach, stir fry vegetables, vermicelli, sweet honey dressing vinegarette & chimichurri sauce beer battered or oven baked with We have once again allowed our dining experiences Summer cheese & caramelised nut m 27.5 | nm 29.9 lemon herb butter Friday vintage cheddar, whipped stilton, runny to evolve, and as such you will notice a few cosmetic Pan seared tuna (gf) m 15.5 | nm 17.1 Crumbed whiting fillets honey, candied walnuts, flat bread and experience changes in both Dineon19 and The chefs salad, fries, house tartare, m 40 | nm 44 new potato, fresh beans, cherry tomato, baby spinach, coconut & dill Terrace just in time for Summer. lemon cream sauce m 26.9 | nm 29.6 17 18 Here we go again. 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19 20 summer recipe Broad Bean Salad 1 1/2 cups frozen broad beans 1 cup frozen peas essentials 250g punnet cherry tomatoes, halved 1 bunch watercress, sprigs picked Its summer – the perfect time to catch Grilled Peach, Onion and 200g tub cherry bocconcini, drained, torn up with friends and family. It’s a time Bacon Salad 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil Eton Mess to enjoy the outdoors with picnics, 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1/4 cup white wine vinegar 750g strawberries, quartered, plus extra to bbq’s, parties and celebrations. We 1/4 cup sour cream 1/2 cup good-quality basil pesto serve do all however get stuck every year 1/4 cup buttermilk 1. Cook the beans and peas in boiling salted 110g (½ cup) caster sugar when you ask “What can I bring?” The water for 3 minutes. Drain and refresh under 2 tablespoons chopped mint 200 ml thickened cream, lightly whisked answer no doubt 80% of the time is cold running water. 2 tablespoons chopped parsley 125g crème fraiche “Just bring a salad”, the other 20% is 2. Remove the tough outer skins from the 2 tablespoons snipped chives 55g (½ cup) pure icing sugar, sieved “Just bring a dessert”. Here are our top broad beans, then place in a bowl with the 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar peas, tomatoes, watercress and bocconcini. Scraped seeds of ½ vanilla bean ideas to keep you party ready and look Salt & freshly ground pepper Combine the olive oil and balsamic in a bowl like a gourmet home chef this summer. 125g raspberries and season with salt and pepper. Toss the 1 pound thick-sliced bacon Meringues Remember food is made to be shared salad with the dressing, drizzle with a little 1/4 cup light brown sugar and enjoyed. pesto and serve with remaining pesto on the 100g eggwhite (about 3 eggs) 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper side. 100g caster sugar 3 pounds Vidalia or other sweet onions, cut 100g pure icing sugar, sieved Roasted beetroot and feta into 1-inch-thick slabs 15g cornflour Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing Salad Caprese salad 1. For meringues, preheat oven to 120°C. 4 medium beetroot 4 large ripe peaches, cut into 1/2-inch 4 vine ripened tomatoes Whisk eggwhite and a pinch of salt in an wedges 50g baby spinach 4 bocconcini sliced electric mixer until firm peaks form (3-4 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C. In a small minutes). With motor running, gradually ½ small red onion, thinly sliced ¼ cup torn basil leaves bowl, whisk the mayonnaise with the sour add caster sugar and whisk until thick and 75g feta crumbled cream, buttermilk, mint, parsley, chives and Salt and cracked black peper glossy (2-3 minutes). Sieve icing sugar and ¼ cup walnuts lightly toasted vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Extra virgin olive oil to serve cornflour over, fold to combine, then spoon 2 tablespoons orange juice Refrigerate. Balsamic vinegar to serve 8cm-diameter mounds onto oven trays lined with baking paper. Bake until meringues 1 tablespoon olive oil 2. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with 1. Slice each tomato from top to bottom into lift easily from trays and are crisp but not baking paper. Arrange the bacon slices on 1cm thick slices. Place on a serving plate ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard coloured (45-50 minutes), then turn off oven the sheet in a single layer and sprinkle with and top with the bocconcini and basil leaves. Seasalt flakes and cool completely in oven. the brown sugar and cayenne. Bake for about Sprinkle with salt and pepper. 1. Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. 25 minutes, until caramelised (the bacon will 2. Meanwhile, toss strawberries and caster 2. Just before serving, drizzle the salad with Wash beetroot. Pat dry. Wrap in foil. Place on crisp as it cools). Let cool, then cut the bacon sugar in a large bowl to combine, then set oil and vinegar a baking tray. Roast for 1 hour or until tender. into bite-size pieces. aside until juices begin to seep (20 minutes). Cool for 15 minutes. Meanwhile prepare 3. Meanwhile, light a grill or preheat a grill 3. Whisk cream, crème fraîche, icing sugar remaining ingredients. wearing gloves, peel pan. Brush the onions with olive oil and and vanilla seeds together in a separate and discard skin from beetroot. Cut beetroot season with salt and pepper. Grill over large bowl until soft peaks form. Scatter a into 2cm pieces. moderate heat, turning occasionally, until quarter of the strawberries in the base of a 2. Combine spinach, onion, feta, walnuts and softened and browned, 10 minutes. Separate 3-litre serving bowl, spread with a quarter of beetroot in a bowl. Toss to combine. the onions into rings. Brush the peaches with the cream mixture, and coarsely crumble a 3. Place orange juice, oil and mustard in a olive oil and grill over moderately high heat quarter of the meringue over the top. Repeat screw-top jar. Season with salt and pepper. until tender, 2 minutes. Transfer to a plate. layering with remaining ingredients. Secure lid. Shake to combine. Add to 4. In a large bowl, toss the onions with the 4. Scatter Eton mess with raspberries and beetroot mixture. Toss to combine. Serve peaches and bacon. Add the buttermilk extra strawberries and serve. dressing and toss to coat. Serve right away. 21 22 The warm weather is well and truly upon us, and you may have decided We all love our region, yet how many of us actually get out and about in our magical that now is the time to whip yourself into shape or further extend your part of the world. Here we take a look at the region’s Top Ten things to do as listed by swimwear fitness journey, this article will help Tourism Manning Valley you survive the Aussie summer heat season and stay active for better health. Find out more at visitmanningvalley.com.au Six tips for exercising safely during the Australian summer 1. Don’t wait until you feel thirsty to 2. Think about timing 3. Keep an eye out for heat stroke [email protected] drink water Avoid training in the middle of the day If you start to feel dizzy, faint or facebook.com/visitmanningvalley Often people are significantly and in full sunlight, during summer nauseous, stop your workout Visitor Information Centre neglecting their hydration needs and we experience temperatures between immediately and take steps to cool 21 Manning River Dr, Taree North Ph: 6592 5444 or 1800 182 733 this becomes very important when you 35-40 degrees, be very careful if you down. Heat exhaustion and heat stroke combine exercise and hot weather. decide to train at this time, it may be are your primary concerns, so make Ensure you carry adequate water better to pick a water activity, or an sure you stay alert to the warning with you. Avoid so called sports or indoor activity that can provided some signs, heat stroke can quickly become energy drinks and sugary beverages, refuge from extreme heat. Ensure you a medical emergency so always heed Lookouts as these will do you more harm than dress appropriately but ensure you are your bodies warnings. To p 10 From the coast good. If you sweat profusely, replace taking a sun safe approach. 4. Train with friends to the hinterland, electrolytes with coconut water. Not only does it help to increase things we have some spectacular exercise adherence but it also helps to do lookouts! A few of Sky Dive our faves include increase the level of safety when The Manning Valley has its very own Brushy Cutting, Skydiving NSW Drop Zone where you can exercising in warmer weather. A great Apex, Flat Rock, jump from 12,000 feet and experience a example of a fun local free activity is Crowdy Head and bird’s-eye view of the Valley. Taree’s parkrun held every Saturday Vincent’s. morning for 5km from 8am along our beautiful Manning River. 5. Think about intensity To keep your fitness level up when the temperature is too, do your regular Ellenborough Falls cardio at a slightly slower pace, but A trip to the Manning Valley is not add in 30-second speed bursts every complete without a visit to one of three to five minutes. You will be able to the longest single drop waterfalls Wingham Brush in the Southern Hemisphere! Why Beach 4WD continue to maintain your conditioning A nature reserve with a difference – take a not take in the stunning hinterland For the more adventurous travellers stroll along the gently winding boardwalk, spot and burn more calories without having scenery and enjoy historical we allow 4WD access to many the resident endangered flying foxes and stand Wingham along Tourist Drive 8. to go all-out the entire time. of our beaches. in awe of the giant Moreton Bay fig trees. 6. Connect with a professional If you are new to exercise then check in with your GP before you get started and seek out a professional trainer to help formulate a plan with you. You can then discuss your individual training Beaches needs and potential modifications Fishing Mountain biking We have 45 kilometres of pristine required to suit the time of year and With 150 kilometres of navigable Get close to nature as you coastline to discover, whether you your body. We have a range of male waterways, it is not surprising that bike the coast or discover go to the beach to swim, surf, fish, and female trainers available for free the Manning Valley is a fisherman’s 40 kilometres of challenging picnic, sunbathe or 4WD, we’ve got all paradise, with a place to drop a line mountain bike loop tracks, your bases covered. consultation at Anytime Fitness Taree. or experience adventure fishing hidden deep within our forests. Sarah Kesby – Anytime Fitness Taree around every corner.

Strengthen your core for swimwear season Abdominal circuit Complete the circuit 3 to 4 times, Give our basic abdominal training plan a try, you can do this easily without any allowing 30 to 60 secs between. equipment aside from an exercise mat or a towel, remember though that you really must incorporate a healthy diet and consistency to make the most of your Russian twist 30-40 seconds exercise and really see results. Ensure you are drinking plenty of water, eating Laying leg raise 30-40 seconds lots of fresh vegetables and fruits, ensuring you are eating enough protein and Heel touches 30- 40 seconds limiting high sugar and highly processed foods as much as possible. Modified V sits 30-40 seconds National Parks Cattai Wetlands Plank 30-60 seconds Sarah Kesby – Anytime Fitness Taree The 9 stunning National Parks and Reserves Don’t forget your camera! within the Manning Valley are perfectly placed for Here you’ll find over 180 day-trippers to explore by car, bike or foot. You’ll species of birds, kangaroos, discover waterfalls, lookouts, walking tracks and goannas and more including the perfect picnic spot! beautiful black swans! Club Taree is once again celebrating Lunar New Year. Many Australians lunar celebrate Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival or the Lunar New Year. It marks the first day of the New Year in the Chinese new year calendar. Like in many countries around the bamboo to make a loud cracking sound world, Chinese New Year celebrations (precursor to firecrackers), lighting Why Red Envelopes? in Australia include the following events candles in the houses, and wearing red During the Chinese New Year period, and activities: clothes. When the villagers came back, the married or the elderly give red they were surprised to discover that the • Street festivals featuring arts, envelopes to children or unmarried village had not been destroyed. entertainment and children’s juniors. A red envelope is also called activities. After that, every New Year’s Eve, people yasui qian. • Chinese New Year markets did as the old man instructed and the According to legend, on New Year’s showcasing arts, crafts and food monster Nian never showed up again. Eve, besides the monster Nian, there stalls. This tradition has been continued until 2017 was a demon named Sui that came • Dancing, music and people wearing the present time and has become an out to terrify sleeping children. colourful costumes to welcome the important way to celebrate the arrival Chinese New Year. of the New Year. It was said that the children who were touched by the demon would be too • Vibrant displays of Chinese lanterns, Celebrations traditionally run from year of the scared to cry out loud, get a terrible firecrackers and fireworks. the evening preceding the first day, to fever and became mentally unstable. Many Chinese Australian families the Lantern Festival on the 15th day To keep children safe from being spend Chinese New Year gathering of the first calendar month. The first harmed by Sui, parents would light rooster together for a festive meal. Children day of the New Year falls on the new candles and stay up all night. often receive red envelopes with money. moon between 21st January and 20th The Rooster is tenth in the Chinese brag about themselves and their The Chinese New Year celebrations February. In 2017, the first day of the On one New Year’s Eve, in an official’s zodiac. Each year is related to an accomplishments. last for 15 days. It’s a busy time filled Chinese New Year is on Saturday 28th family household, the parents gave animal sign according to a 12-year Their continual seeking of unwavering with festive programs across different January. their child eight coins to play with cycle. Years of the Rooster include communities in Australia. in order to keep him awake, so as to attention often annoys people around New Year festival is centuries old and 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, avoid him being hurt by the demon. them. Chinese people first came to Australia gains significance because of several 1993, 2005, 2017, and 2029. The child wrapped the coins in red Good health for people born in a year in large numbers during Australia’s myths and traditions. Traditionally, the paper, opened the packet, rewrapped The Rooster’s Personality of the Rooster is typical. They don’t Gold Rush in the 1850s and 1860s. festival was a time to honour deities as it, and reopened it until he fell asleep. People born in a year of the Rooster get sick very often as they tend to fight Lucky Things for “Roosters” About one-third of the miners were well as ancestors. Chinese New Year is Then the parents placed the packet are very observant, hardworking, illness well. Even when they do become • Lucky numbers: 5, 7, and 8 Chinese. Many Chinese-Australian celebrated in countries and territories with eight coins under his pillow. resourceful, courageous and talented. ill, they feel better quickly. Roosters are • Lucky days: the 4th and 26th of families can trace their settlement in with significant Chinese populations, Roosters are very confident about a little sensitive, and they feel stressed any Chinese lunar month Australia to that time. Monuments and including Mainland China, Hong Kong, When Sui tried to touch his head, the themselves, always active, amusing and moody at times. • Lucky colours: gold, brown, buildings developed by Chinese settlers Macau, Taiwan, Singapore, Thailand, eight coins emitted a strong light and and popular among the crowd, serve as reminders of the long history scared the demon away. The eight The Best Careers for Roosters yellow Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, outspoken, frank, open, honest, and of Chinese immigration to Australia. coins turned out to be eight fairies. Roosters are more motivated than • Lucky flowers: gladiola, Mauritius, and the Philippines. Chinese loyal individuals. They like to be the From then on, giving red envelopes other animals in the Chinese zodiac, cockscomb Chinese New Year’s Day is called Guo New Year is considered a major holiday centre of attention and always appear became a way to keep children safe making their careers a priority in their • Lucky direction: south, Nian in Chinese, which can mean for the Chinese and has had influence attractive and beautiful. and bring good luck. lives. Roosters are hard working, multi- southeast ‘celebrate (a new) year’ or ‘overcome on the lunar new year celebrations of Roosters are happiest when they are talented, and can deal with a variety of • Lucky months: the 2nd, 5th, and Nian’. its geographic neighbours. In modern times the red envelopes surrounded by others, whether at a jobs. 11th Chinese lunar months. In ancient times, there was a monster Within China, regional customs and almost always contain money, usually party or just a social gathering. They varying from a couple of dollars to Good career choices for Roosters are Things Roosters Should Avoid named Nian with a long head and sharp traditions concerning the celebration enjoy the spotlight and will exhibit their several hundred. Per custom, the newsreader, sales person, restaurant • Unlucky colour: red horns. It dwelled deep in the sea all year of the Chinese New Year vary widely. charm at any occasion. amount of money in the red envelopes owner, hairdresser, public relations • Unlucky numbers: 1, 3, and 9 round and only showed up every New Often, the evening preceding Chinese should be of even numbers, as odd Roosters expect others to listen officer, farmer, athlete, teacher, waiter, Year’s Eve to eat people and livestock in New Year’s Day is an occasion for • Unlucky direction: east numbers are associated with cash to them while they speak, and can journalist, travel writer, dentist, surgeon, nearby villages. Chinese families to gather for the annual • Unlucky months: the 3rd, 9th, given during funerals. The number 8 is become agitated if others don’t. soldier, fireman, security guard, and Therefore, on the day of New Year’s Eve, reunion dinner. It is also traditional and 12th considered lucky (for its homophone Vain and boastful, Roosters like to police officer. people would flee to remote mountains for every family to thoroughly cleanse for “wealth”), and $8 is commonly to avoid being harmed by the monster. the house, in order to sweep away any ill-fortune and to make way for good found in the red envelopes in the US. Club Taree will be celebrating Lunar (Chinese) New Year from the 28th People had lived in fear of this monster incoming luck. Windows and doors will The number six is also very lucky as January through until the 10th February. Lunar New Year Celebrations at Club until an old man with white hair and a be decorated with red colour paper-cuts it sounds like “smooth” in the sense of Taree will include Chinese inspired restaurant specials, member engagement ruddy complexion visited the village. and couplets with popular themes of having a smooth year. The number four with fortune cookies and red envelopes, theming and education. The tribute He refused to hide in the mountains “good fortune” or “happiness”, “wealth”, is the worst because its homophone to Lunar New Year will also feature a spectacular display of Chinese Penjing along with the villagers, but and “longevity”. Other activities include is “death”. Sometimes chocolate coins from the Club Taree Pun-jing and Suiseki Bonsai Club successfully scared away the monster lighting firecrackers and giving money are found in the red envelopes. by pasting red papers on doors, burning in red paper envelopes. 25 26 penjing

Penjing (literally “tray scenery”) relates contact with water, and decorated with landscapes are designed to convey to tray landscapes, potted scenery, live trees and other plants. Like water landscapes experienced from various potted landscapes, or miniature trees and land penjing, hòn non bộ specimens viewpoints - a close-up view, a medium and rockery, and is the ancient Chinese can feature miniature figures, vehicles, range view or a panorama. art of depicting artistically formed trees, and structures. Distinctions among As an art form, penjing is an extension of plants, and landscapes in miniature. these traditional forms have been the garden, since it enables an artist to blurred by some practitioners outside Penjing generally fall into one of three recreate parts of the natural landscape of Asia, as enthusiasts explore the categories. in miniature. Penjing is often used potential of local plant and pot materials • Tree Penjing - a tree penjing focuses indoors as part of a garden’s overall without strict adherence to traditional on the depiction of one or more design, since it reiterates the landscape styling and display guidelines. trees and optionally other plants in features found outside. Penjing pots a container, with the composition’s Classical Chinese gardens often grace pavilions, private studies or living dominant elements shaped by the contain arrangements of miniature rooms, and public buildings. They are creator through trimming, pruning, trees and rockeries known as penjing. either free-standing elements within the and wiring. These creations of carefully pruned gardens or are placed on furniture such • Landscape Penjing - a landscape trees and rocks are small-scale as a table or bookshelf. Sometimes a penjing depicts a miniature renditions of natural landscapes. lattice display stand is built which adds landscape by carefully selecting and shaping rocks, which are usually Their artistic composition captures the particular prominence to the penjing placed in a container in contact with spirit of nature and distinguishes them specimen and exemplifies the interplay water. Small live plants are placed from ordinary potted plants. between architecture and nature. In the 3rd and 4th centuries it is recorded within the composition to complete Penjing seeks to capture the essence in legend that the Daoist people were the depiction. and spirit of nature through contrasts. said to have the power to shrink whole • Water and Land Penjing - this style often referred to as living Philosophically, it is influenced by the of penjing effectively combines the sculptures or as three principles of Taoism, specifically the landscapes down into small vessels first two, including miniature trees dimensional poetry concept of Yin and Yang: the idea of and optionally miniature figures and the universe as governed by two primal structures to portray a landscape in forces, opposing but complementary. detail. Do you have a fascination for growing bonsai, or have Using artificially dwarfed trees and Some of the contrasting concepts always wanted to learn more about them? The Club Similar practices exist in other cultures, shrubs, these arrangements are used in penjing include portrayal Taree Pun-jing and Suiseki Club meets on the 3rd including the Japanese traditions created in special trays or pots which of “dominance and subordination, Sunday of the month at Club Taree. of bonsai and suiseki as well as are placed on ornately carved wooden emptiness (void) and substance, The Pun-jing and Suiseki Club is always happy to the miniature living landscapes of stands. Often, rocks, miniature ceramic denseness and sparseness, highness welcome new members, for all inquiries call Gary Tyrie Vietnamese hòn non bộ. Generally structures (like buildings and bridges), and lowness, largeness and smallness, on 02 6556 9128. speaking, tree penjing specimens differ and figurines are added to give the life and death, dynamics and statics, from bonsai by allowing a wider range proper scales as part of the natural roughness and meticulousness, of tree shapes (more “wild-looking”) scenery. These miniatures add to the firmness and gentleness, lightness and and by planting them in bright-coloured symbolism of a penjing specimen, by darkness, straightness and curviness, and creatively shaped pots. In contrast, providing a social or historical context verticality and horizontality and bonsai are more simplified in shape in which to interpret the overall penjing lightness and heaviness.” (more “refined” in appearance) with design. Design inspiration is not limited to larger-in-proportion trunks, and are These miniature landscapes include observation or representation of nature, planted in unobtrusive, low-sided trees which are frequently over a but is also influenced by Chinese containers with simple lines and muted hundred years old. Like the plants in poetry, calligraphy, and other visual colours. the Chinese garden, they have been arts. Common penjing designs include While suiseki depicts living landscapes carefully selected and tended so evocation of dragons and the strokes of in containers, like water and land that they develop into twisted and well-omened characters. At its highest penjing, it does not use miniatures to gnarled shapes reminiscent of their level, the artistic value of penjing is decorate the living landscape. Hòn non full-size counterparts in the wild. Like on par with that of poetry, calligraphy, bộ focuses on depicting landscapes the Chinese gardens, these miniature brush painting and garden art. of islands and mountains, usually in

27 28 How do you enter? Simply purchase any participating Robert Oatley Wine products from any of our outlets from 1st December through until the 28th February. Fill in an entry form and place it in the barrel. The winning entrant will be guaranteed a three night stay on Hamilton Island To help celebrate Summer, Club thanks to Robert Oatley Wines, and Taree is partnering with Robert escape to if the winning entrant is present at Oatley Wines to offer one of our lucky the draw on Wednesday 1st March 2017 at 7pm in the Club Taree members an amazing Hamilton Members Lounge they will also Island getaway. hamilton receive a $500 travel voucher from Club Taree as a contribution to Win three nights on Hamilton Island thanks to airfares. Full Terms and Conditions Robert Oatley Wines and a $500 Travel Voucher are available on our website or at thanks to Club Taree. Terms and Conditions Apply. Club Taree Reception. NSW LTP pending. island

Part of the Whitsundays, and in Enjoy the ultimate in Australian luxury Hamilton Island, in the heart of the In the mid-1970s when the high profile Island being Australia’s premier tropical the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, at Qualia or the boutique Beach reef, is the perfect base for exploring Queensland tourism entrepreneur, island resort destination. Hamilton Island is one of Australia’s Club. Relax in large rooms and enjoy this magnificent part of the world - and Keith Williams, was enjoying a cruise When Keith Williams was in the early most spectacular and sought-after magnificent views in the four-star Reef offers a whole range of professional, through the Whitsundays aboard his stages of the development of his holiday destinations. On a holiday to View Hotel, or enjoy the convenience well-organised tours, activities motor yacht, he noticed an island resort, renowned Australian winemaker Hamilton Island, you’ll be surrounded of our newly renovated, self-contained and excursions. With its tranquil, on the port side that he’d not seen Bob Oatley was cruising through the by pristine white beaches, and a Palm Bungalows. You can also select secluded setting, Hamilton Island is before. It was Hamilton Island, and islands and just happened to sail past kaleidoscope of coral and marine life. from our wide range of holiday homes, a perfect environment for enjoying what impressed him most was that it Hamilton Island, ‘I didn’t go ashore, Hamilton Island is a perfect base for which range from comfortable and some inspiring artistic and cultural had one of the very few north-facing but I could recognise the potential exploring the Great Barrier Reef and the casual, to jaw-droppingly luxurious. performances. From photography beaches to be found anywhere on the of the island,’ Oatley said. ‘It was the world-famous Whitehaven Beach. The Great Barrier Reef is the world’s workshops to ballet performances, east coast of Australia. He made some very early days of the development; There’s plenty to do during a Great largest coral reef, and home to the Hamilton Island hosts artistic and inquiries about the island, and within they were building the airstrip and the Barrier Reef holiday on Hamilton most diverse plant and animal life cultural events throughout the year. a very short time, he and business harbour at the time, and there was a lot associate Bryan Byrt had purchased Island. You can enjoy a wide selection on the planet - including spectacular The History of Hamilton Island of activity going on. I remember saying of bars and restaurants, year-round coral formations, hundreds of species the grazing lease that gave them “what a great project that is,” never From its original settlement by the cultural exhibitions and performances, of fish, turtles, manta rays and even ownership of the entire five-square thinking that one day I’d be the owner.’ Ngaro Aboriginal tribe, to its visit by an abundance of water sports and visiting dolphins and whales. kilometre island. Bob Oatley and his family purchased Captain Cook in 1770, and evolution as activities - and that’s just the start. Sadly, Byrt passed away in 1978, and Hamilton Island in 2003 and, following The team at Hamilton Island want a tourist destination in the 1970s and For sailing enthusiasts, there’s the after that setback, Williams abandoned an exceptional investment and you to enjoy your holiday, your way, 1980s, Hamilton Island has had a long Hamilton Island Yacht Club, and for plans for establishing a grazing property development program, they now and as such offer all sorts of options and interesting history. Tourism arrived keen golfers, the Hamilton Island on the island, instead deciding to turn it present a world-class destination that for both relaxation and adventure. in the 1920s when galvanised iron huts Golf Club is the only Australian 18- into an exciting tourist destination. He promises leisure, lifestyle, adventure There are over 60 great ways to enjoy appeared on some islands and along hole championship course on its own built a commercial airport, harbour and and escape in a region of incredible Hamilton Island, the Great Barrier parts of the coast. island. Plus, with six different levels Reef and the Whitsundays. Cruise resort from scratch and by the early natural beauty. The small, charming coastal village of of accommodation to choose from to the Great Barrier Reef and nearby 1980s he could lay claim to Hamilton Airlie Beach appeared on the map in across the island - ranging from plush, Whitehaven Beach, sail a yacht around 1936, but it was not until the 1970s couples’ suites, to family-friendly the Whitsundays, play a round of golf that the identity of the Whitsundays apartments and holiday homes, a on one of Australia’s premier courses, For the latest information and the best up to the moved strongly towards tourism. That holiday on Hamilton Island really does snorkel the reef, relax at a spa, or simply was when the first significant yacht minute specials on a visit to Hamilton Island offer something for everyone. lounge by one of the many island pools charter companies began to operate www.hamiltonisland.com.au and do nothing at all. out of nearby Shute Harbour.

29 30 The overall aim in a game of Touch Football is for your team to score more touchdowns than your opponents. To help celebrate Summer, Club Taree is proud to present This is achieved by placing the ball in your opponents `Touchdown Zone. Played on a rectangular field 70 metres long by 50 metres wide, a game of Touch Football is played touch over 45 minutes, divided into two 20 minute periods with a five minute halftime break. Teams can be made up of up to 14 football players with a maximum of six players on the field at any one time; however some competitions do allow 7, so be sure to check before starting. Teams On Sunday’s between 2pm and 5pm during January, our must move the ball down the field balcony will come alive with the cruisy sounds of Summer. toward their `touchdown zone, without passing the ball forward, dropping the Get together with your friends, family and celebrate the great ball on the ground or kicking it. Each Australian Summer. team has six `touches before they need to handover the ball to their Sunday 8th January 2017 literally own most genres of music Taylor Henderson , Jai Waetford, opponents. anuar� Jackson James from rock classics S to upowernd ballads,a� i� JRick Price, Diesel and most When touched an attacker must stop Staceyp� andea Brodiec� intertwine their recently Thirsty Merc , entertaining Maturing from Fgenerationsro� 2 p�of –5 and `roll the ball, unless it is the sixth strengths perfectly to create a audiences of up to 500 people! touch. Defenders are required to be musicians, Jackson has dedicated seamless, enjoyable and “give us Jake is thoroughly entertaining, back a minimum of five metres when decades, developing his craft and more” style of performance. engaging and passionate. an attacker rolls the ball or risk being musicality, across multiple genres Brunette Mischief is the perfect called `offside by the referee. Any and instruments. With an emphasis combination of local musical talent. infringements will result in either a on improvisation and torrents Sunday 29th January 2017 of passion, Jackson’s effortless resent of the count or a turnover. Anyerin Information source: playing and creativity captivates Sunday 22nd January 2017 any audience large or small. touchfootball.com.au Anyerin is a bold and unique artist Drawing from influences such as Jake Davey that stands out among the rest. His John Mayer, Jack Johnson, Keith Jake Davey is a singer, songwriter voice is striking and compelling, Urban, Neil Young and many, many and producer based north of and nothing is out of the reach more, Jacksons sound has been Newcastle. His sound, Acoustic of his ability as a vocalist. He is a compared to those of his mentors Pop/Rock , is inspired by the likes session quality guitarist, able to taree touch association however possesses the qualities of Boyce Avenue , John Mayer and play skilfully and passionately. But that defines him as a unique, Ed Sheeran. Jake spends his days when it all gets put together during Club Taree has been the proud major sponsor of the Taree Touch Association for the last 9 years. Summer sees the Taree individual artist and musician. working with fellow artists, writing, his live performances, that’s where recreation grounds come alive with afternoon and night time Touch games each Monday and Wednesday. Taree Touch is recording and producing. As well the magic happens. He is personal a family orientated association which carries a tremendous sense of community thanks to the commitment of officials, Sunday 15th January 2017 as pursuing his interest in audio and honest, pulling you into the committee members, the passion and sportsmanship of the competitors and the support and encouragement of parents, and video production.12 His passion moment he’s in and carrying you partner’s friends and family members. Brunette Mischief and drive for creating is evident away on the music he creates. Local acoustic and rock duo, throughout his content. Anyerin is truly one of a kind. The game of Touch Football officially due to lack of support, resources and 2000’s Taree would send on average Brunette Mischief certainly know Jake has found himself supporting started in 1976, with the establishment infrastructure in their hometowns. 10 teams to the State Cup each year, how to entertainBucket a crowd. They industry of heavyweightsCoron such Coronitas of the Taree Touch Association in Current President Graham Goodwin which was held all over the state. At 1979. The location in the early days notes that both Terry Ryan and Michael the same time Port Macquarie started l da ever da ! was Jack Neal Oval on Cowper Street. McDonald should be considered the hosting the Senior State Cup, to which The competition saw instant interest, innovators of Touch Football in Taree. Taree would send 5 teams. Bucket� of Coron� Coronita� however resources were only able For the 2016/2017 Touch season The senior teams travelled regularly $15:00 to accommodate Men’s only teams. and in 1987 Taree hosted the State the Taree Touch Association has 34 The 1980’s saw the development of Cup which saw in excess of 100 Teams junior teams and 36 Mixed Teams. Al� da� ever� da�! women’s teams, and during this time Compete. Men’s Senior games are played on a Taree had close to 50 Touch Football Wednesday night. The junior competition started in the Teams. Taree was considered a pioneer late 1990’s, and saw Taree send 5 teams For more information on the Taree of Touch Football, with many regional to the Junior State Cup in Penrith that Touch Association contact President teams, such as Port Macquarie and same year. The Taree representation at Graham Goodwin on 0457 826 001 or Forster playing under the Taree banner this event soon grew, and in the early on email; [email protected]

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Did you know that Club Taree has a fantastic range of Internal Clubs? Each Internal Club offers something different, and may align with one of your special interests, or provide the opportunity for you to learn a new skill, visit a new destination or meet new friends. Each of our Internal Clubs is always excited to welcome new members. Our Internal Clubs include:

• Club Taree Community Concert • Club Taree Snooker and Billiards Band • Club Taree Snooker Golf • Club Taree Dance Club • Club Taree Social Golf • Club Taree Embroiderers • Club Taree Toastmasters • Club Taree Fishing Club meet the • Club Taree Travel Club • Club Taree Golden Oldies • Club Taree Veterans Golf • Club Taree Gourmates team • Club Taree Women’s Golf • Club Taree Mahjong • Club Taree Men’s Golf For more information, meeting Jake McLaughlin • Club Taree Photographic Club times and contact phone numbers on any of these Internal Clubs visit • Club Taree Pun-Jing and Suiseki Jake is a valued member of our kitchen team. Jake is known for his Club www.clubtaree.com.au creativity, industry alignment and helping nature. Jake has been with us for many years, and he is always one of the first to put his hand up to help out • Club Taree Rock and Roll Club and about in the community with the Club Taree Community Team. Jake is also known around the Club for his innovative menus and flair with special events. Here we get a little insight into Jake and what he loves

Jake, how long have you been at Club My days off are filled with the outdoors, Try them and you may. I Say. Taree? motorbikes, camping and fishing. Say! I like green eggs and ham! I came to Club Taree as a kitchen Longer periods of time off are spent high tea I do! I like them, (Jake) I am. hand in February 2011. In 2012 I was travelling. offered an apprenticeship with the I do so like green eggs and ham! Favourite Country so far? Here at Club Taree we love Club. I finished my apprenticeship six Thank you! Thank you! (Jake) I am. Back in August I was lucky enough months early, and am now loving being creating experiences. to “have to” go to New Zealand for a As with all Dr Seuss Books, it’s about a member of the kitchen Team. Our High Tea’s feature a range of sweet and wedding. It is easy to instantly fall in the lesson to be learnt. savoury treats, along with sparkling wine and If you could go to any restaurant in the love with NZ. I loved their hospitality, What’s the best thing about your job? tea or coffee. Held in our Members Lounge world – which one would it be? Why? their laid back nature, the picturesque I love being involved in the special guests enjoy all the atmosphere of a traditional The restaurant at the top of my list views, the overall cleanliness of the events here at Club Taree. I really Hotel Style High Tea. Tickets are available at at the moment is Dinner by Heston country and of course its food, wine enjoy the opportunity to experiment Club Taree Reception. Blumenthal in Melbourne. These days and fresh produce. My favourite stops with things such as our Degustation we have all heard of Heston thanks would have to be Lake Wanaka and dinners. Starting at 2.30pm to television, and we all know that his the Cardrona Snowfields. Of course What is your favourite television approach to cooking and presentation Saturday December 17th 2016 – Special you can add Queenstown. We only show? is much more than just out of the Christmas Themed High Tea, perfect for managed to get our way around the Anything with David Attenborough, ordinary. Both he and Ashley Palmer catching up with friends prior to the festive South Island, I’ll head back over one seriously anything about the Great Watts have developed a restaurant season. day soon and explore the North Island. African Migrations, nature and our that pays homage to our “discoveries Saturday 7th January 2017 Favourite childhood book, story or planet just continues to fascinate me. and fascinations” of history. Heston author? It’s straight to channels 615 and 616 Saturday 4th February 2017 began his journey with gastronomy in I am (Jake). I am (Jake). (Jake) I am. for me. the late 90’s, and it would be amazing to experience this in Melbourne. You do not like them, So you say. Favourite pastime? Try them! Try them, And you may.

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