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TWIN TOWNS JULY 2020 NOVEMBER 2020 twintowns.com.au Harbour Terrace balcony extension has all members covered A Development Application is currently smoking area for alfresco dining and respond to the users of this space during under review by Tweed Shire Council drinks. the late evening and into the night. for an extension of the Harbour Terrace CEO Rob Smith said the move is in “We believe the new design will be balcony and remodelling of the existing response to many requests the Board a win-win for all members and the outdoor area at the rear of Twin Towns. has received from non-smoking opportunity to dine or have a drink The new area will create a picturesque, members who wanted to enjoy a drink outdoors with waterfront views will be open space where members can relax and a meal on the balcony. incredibly popular with everyone who visits the Club.” outdoors and enjoy one of Twin Towns’ “We assure our smoking members most valuable assets – expansive views they won’t be overlooked as the new “Once our DA is approved by Council, it over Jack Evans Boat Harbour, the extension will allow half the space to be will be all systems go on the new works, Tweed River and beyond. designated non-smoking, while the other which we expect to begin around April half will continue to be a smoking area. 2021,” said Rob. Once completed, the balcony extension will add an additional 140 square “The entire balcony will remain a smoking Keep an eye out for further updates on metres of space and allow a non- zone outside of meal service hours to the balcony project in Club News. CLICK to read the latest news from Twin Towns Internal Sporting and Social Clubs. Membership of Twin Towns and your Members Advantage ADVANTAGE just got better with Advantage Plus! SEE PAGE 3 plus Next time you visit the Clubs, ask one of the friendly staff for details. 1 | ISSUE 517 NOVEMBER 2020 Ph: 07 5536 2277 | twintowns.com.au BOARD CHAIRMAN’S Report Remembrance Day 2020 Another month has gone by and nothing much has changed, the borders are still not completely open to all Australians. Politicians appear to be playing games with each other to see who can gain the most advantage In light of restrictions on gatherings resulting from by acting as if they really care about the local community. the pandemic, the Committee of Tweed Heads and Coolangatta RSL Sub-Branch Inc. will conduct Seems kind of silly when there has not been one locally transmitted a ‘Committee Only’ ceremony to commemorate case of the virus north of Coffs Harbour since April. The two cases Remembrance Day this year. identified at Byron Bay were local residents returning from a funeral in Melbourne and had been self-isolating. Should be interesting to see Members of the community are encouraged to safely what happens after the Queensland Election. pause in their homes, schools or workplaces to observe the minute’s silence at 11am on 11 November, to MICHAEL FRASER remember not only those lost, but all who came home Michael Fraser retired from the Board of Directors of Twin Towns and also those who follow in their footsteps. Services Club Limited in September 2020. Mike has been an integral The Remembrance Day ceremony at The Australian War part of Twin Towns for almost 40 years - elected as a Director on 21 Memorial will be broadcast live by the ABC so you can June 1981, Deputy Board Chairman on 30 March 1993 and Chairman watch this on the day. on 15 May 2007. Michael served on numerous committees, always providing valuable insight and knowledge in all discussions. I am sure that all members who were fortunate to know him will agree that he is one of nature’s true A MESSAGE FROM THE TWEED HEADS gentlemen, a man of great integrity and honesty but also very humble. & COOLANGATTA RSL SUB-BRANCH Michael was elected to the Board of ClubsNSW, the peak Club Industry body, on which he served for over 10 years. I spoke with him recently Dear Members, and he is travelling with his wife Jocelyn in his very large caravan, Whilst we have all been approaching life with the heading west, stopping at Tenterfield and Moree, before heading to utmost care during the pandemic the world is Broken Hill. Where their journey will take them only time will tell. experiencing, the Sub-Branch has been conducting On behalf of the Board, Management, staff and members, I wish them affairs to the best of our ability within the legislative and both good health, safe travels and the best of luck with fond memories safety provisions currently pertaining. of the years they both committed to Twin Towns. Belinda has kept the operation of the office continuing with the usual high efficiency, with welcome backup KEEPING COVIDSAFE when necessary by Jan Partridge. Jenny has continued You may notice that a lot of work being done to create areas which to support veterans and families through the pension comply with CovidSafe restrictions, including isolating parts of the and advocacy work along with Joe, who similarly Club to manage capacities in any one area at the same time. supports veterans in this activity in an expanded field in Managers have the difficult task of requesting members and visitors the Gold Coast District. comply with current restrictions, including patrons being seated, social Of course, the Welfare team of committee members - distancing and not moving furniture to form larger groups. Max and Sheila, along with volunteers Peter Freeman, We are all in this together so please respect our staff as they enforce Patricia Cummins and David Graham - are maintaining restrictions that are in place because these can change at any time. contact with members and families to ensure optimal communications and information transference. John REMEMBRANCE DAY Connolly is maintaining contact with our local schools. The tradition of Remembrance Day evolved out of Armistice Day. The The committee has been meeting on an ‘as required’ initial Armistice Day was observed at Buckingham Palace, commencing basis to ensure all obligations are met and effective with King George V hosting a ‘Banquet in Honour of the President of administration is maintained. Treasurer Ronda, the French Republic’ during the evening of 10 November 1919. The Secretary Norm, and I had the opportunity to meet first official Armistice Day was subsequently held on the grounds of with State and District representatives with telephone Buckingham Palace the following morning, 11 November 1919. contact with State Branch consultants to examine the needs and Sub-Branch/State relationships. During the World War II, many countries changed the name of the day. Member States of the Commonwealth of Nations adopted We were able to clearly state requirements of Sub- Remembrance Day, while the USA chose Veterans Day. Branches to carry out their role for veterans and their families. We hope that our efforts will be productive. A small Remembrance Day ceremony for RSL Sub-Branch committee only will be held on Wednesday 11 November at 11am NSW at the We look forward to the future when we will be able to Jack Evans Boat Harbour Memorial. Due to the current restrictions, return to the new future and share together with events the usual event cannot to be held. (See top right.) that we have missed during the proceeding months. Until next time, stay safe. Keep safe. Brian Brown John Griffin 2 | ISSUE 516 OCTOBER 2020 Ph: 07 5536 2277 | twintowns.com.au ADVANTAGE PLUS FOR MEMBERS Twin Towns recently introduced the Cash in points once your balance is latest addition to the Advantage $50 or more at any time throughout Points program, Advantage Plus. the year for a range of shopping cards. Most importantly, be sure you get all Advantage points are earned on your value by 24 December each year every food and beverage sale by full when points expire. members of the Club. These can be used for all or part of future purchases Members who are familiar with the across the Clubs. Club’s previous Dining Deals may also be aware by now that the Dining Advantage Plus adds a new layer to Deals program expires on Tuesday the program and brings 12 chances to 24 November. Dining Deals vouchers win more points every day to add to must be redeemed before this date as your total. In addition, Advantage Plus we transition to Advantage Plus. rewards Club members with more discounts and a range of special offers If you have any questions about including preferential pricing in the Advantage Plus, ask one of the Clubs dining outlets. friendly staff at the Clubs for details. Christmas It’s beginning to look a lot like at Twin Towns Over many years, Twin Towns has built a significant collection of beautiful Christmas decorations, which comes out of storage in late November in readiness to adorn the foyers, lounges and restaurants from 1 December. All up, the Club has accumulated more than 25 statement pieces worth in excess of $150,000 – Christmas trees, wreaths, stars, Santa in his sleigh and the unmissable, four-metre high ‘Big Fella’ riding atop one of his glittering reindeers. Once again this year, our members and visitors can snap a photo in Santa’s chair at the top of the main staircase at Twin Towns. Make sure you post your pic to Facebook and tag Twin Towns when you do! of Twin Towns’ tireless team of elves, spend at stake, the cost of over $20,000 just to We’re adding some new pieces in 2020 an entire night spreading Christmas cheer bring the display to life is where the Twin including a three-metre Christmas around the Club.