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Club Founded 1893 Print Post Publication PP244187-00007 Issue 32, March 2007 IN THE SPOTLIGHT PRESIDENT’S REPORT GENERAL MANAGER’S Much has occurred in our busy Club since I last reported REPORT to you. Welcome to our fi rst edition of the Our Annual General Meeting held on 27th November last Members magazine for 2007 and it was well attended. would be remiss of me not to mention The fi nancial statements were adopted and each of the and thank our dedicated staff that were Two Special and Five Ordinary Resolutions, full copies of which appeared essential in producing a very good in the October Edition of the Club magazine, were duly passed. result during 2006. The Christmas season proved as busy as ever, with many organisations We are very fortunate here to have a loyal and choosing to celebrate within the ambience of the Club. Our two Club dedicated group of people that are on staff; it does Christmas lunches were well attended and our now famous Christmas Day not matter where they work, if in housekeeping, the New South Wales Masonic Club lunch was booked out well in advance. laundry, reception, food and beverage operations or Of particular importance was the Staff Christmas party which was well administration, they have all demonstrated a loyal ANZAC DAY SERVICE attended and enjoyed by all, including Louise whose performance late in commitment to this Club and its Members. the day left a lasting impression on our General Manager. Wednesday 25th April 2007 The Christmas and New Year period is traditionally On a more serious note, the Board’s ongoing program of building a quiet time of the year for us here but this year The ReaghBar and Castlereagh Lounge will be open from 10am. maintenance and interior improvement has continued. The western wall we were much busier than expected. We have two WEDDING IN CELLO’S of our building has been repaired and repainted and we are arranging important objectives that we will deliver during Please assemble in Castlereagh Street from 2.45pm. Mrs Joan Wright, wife of the late a quotation for repairs to all of the western windows, to be done in February and March of 2007, fi rstly we are to install NSW Masonic Club President Graham Berry and RSL Sub- President Mr Bill Wright and long accordance with heritage standards. and then “go live” with our new Web Reservations Branch President Lindsay Payne will lead Members from term Member of the Club, We are continuing to make improvements to our hotel accommodation to system for the Hotel website. Castlereagh Street into the ReaghBar accompanied by the is pictured above with her ensure that we maintain our Four Star status of which we are justly proud. members of the Clan McLeod Pipe Band. grandaughter Alissa and newly-wed This new reservation system allows any one from husband Rob Lawrie. New leases for our two street frontage shops are being arranged at any where in the world to make a reservation Father Jim Boland will conduct the The couple celebrated their appropriate rentals and work on improving our upper fl oors air conditioning online, to select their preferred accommodation ANZAC Remembrance Service. wedding day in Cello’s on Saturday should be contracted in the near future. choice and price point and have it confi rmed in Our Bugler will be Tim Crow. 24th February, 2007. Our usual Anzac Day service will be conducted on 25th April and all are real time. This facility is certainly a signifi cant welcome. Early luncheon bookings are essential on this important day. The service will be followed by light refreshments development for the Hotel operation as it is for this in the ReaghBar. Every effort is being made by our General Manager and Staff to make Club’s Members and Guests globally. luncheons and dinners in our Club a pleasurable experience. Why not BON VOYAGE A second major development that we are make up a party and enjoy fi ne wine and food in our famous Cello’s undertaking during this period is the installation of SMOKING BAN This week the Touring Group Restaurant or the more informal atmosphere on the second fl oor or drinks Internet Wireless facilities for all Hotel guest rooms. head off on their fi ve day tour to and a snack in the intimate atmosphere of Wendy’s bar? This service can only add value to all who require NSW Smoke-free Environment Amendment Act 2004: Griffi th, Black Stump Country. We I look forward to seeing you. internet facilities during their stay with us here. In October 2004, the then NSW Premier Bob Carr wish them an enjoyable trip and announced that smoking in indoor areas of licensed safe return to Sydney next week. The Fire Services Upgrade Program was also premises would be phased out by July 2007. concluded during the later stages of December The rationale for this decision was to protect workers and For enquiries regarding 2006. This upgrade is a sophisticated system that Graham L. Berry guests from the adverse health effects of smoking caused upcoming Touring Group events sees this Club and Hotel fully compliant with all Fire by prolonged exposure to passive smoking in indoor public and tours, please contact Neville President and Safety regulations. areas. Adam on 9558 5035. This coming year will present many opportunities This legislation is known as the NSW Smoke-free for us here and, with a committed Board and Environment Amendment Act 2004. dedicated staff 2007, should provide a solid To assist licensed premises adjust, three transitional phases have been provided in the lead-up to the 2007 ban. OFFICIALS & COMMITTEES OFFICIALS & COMMITTEES CONTACT US foundation for another year of continued growth and development. Below is the last of the non-smoking requirements under Patron House, Supply & Staff Street Address which ALL licensed venues will need to comply with. I also would like to thank our Members and loyal MW Bro AR (Tony) Lauer, APM, JP Lindsay O. Payne (Convenor) 169-171 Castlereagh Street Sydney 2000 From 2 July 2007 President John W. Barron Phone: (02) 9284 1000 Guests for your patronage during the 2006 year and look forward to your continued support during the THE NSW MASONIC CLUB & CASTLEREAGH Graham L. Berry Charles Lucre Fax: (02) 9284 1999 BOUTIQUE HOTEL WILL BE A SMOKE FREE Vice President Ronald G. Maguire Reservations: 1800 801 576 remainder of 2007 and beyond. ENVIRONMENT: Lindsay O. Payne Finance Honorary Treasurer Stephen G. Bates (Convenor) Postal Address • All enclosed areas of hotels, clubs and nightclubs that Stephen G. Bates Douglas G. B. Cumming PO Box A1160 Sydney South NSW 1235 are open to the general public must be completely non-smoking, and all areas of Star City Casino with Directors Lindsey G. Graham Websites & Email Addresses the exception of private gaming rooms must also be John W. Barron Stephen C. Wearne New South Wales Masonic Club non-smoking.* Douglas G. B. Cumming Website: www.nswmasonicclub.com.au Lindsey G. Graham Club Historian/Magazine Editor Warren Lewis • There will be no other exceptions. Ron Maguire Email: [email protected] Charles Lucre * Smoking will only be permitted in the private gaming areas Magazine Design General Manager Ronald G. Maguire The Castlereagh Boutique Hotel at Star City Casino, not including areas used substantially for Sara Linden NSWMC & Castlereagh Boutique Hotel Stephen C. Wearne Website: www.thecastlereagh.com.au gaming machines. This exception will be reviewed every 12 Printed by General Manager Email: [email protected] months to maintain parity with interstate casinos. Warren Lewis Galloping Press 9558 1466

2 NSWMC Magazine March 2007 MASONIC CONVENTION SOCIAL FUNCTIONS & EVENTS NEW MEMBERS CELLO’S LONG LUNCHES Australasian Association October 2006 - February 2007 of Masonic Clubs 28th Mr D. Adamson, Retired Join us in Cello’s on the last Friday of every month for our Long Lunch series. The full a la carte menu is available plus our fabulous wine list. Biennial Convention Mr L. Azzaro, Director Mr J. Bagala, Sec/Director/Farmer Please book directly with Cello’s Restaurant, phone 9284 1014. Rockhampton Queensland 2007 Mr P. Baigent, Pilot Mr R. Bamber, Executive Director Telstra Hosted by The Rockhampton Prof D. Barker AM, Law Professor Masonic & Citizens Club Inc. Mr T. Barnes, Retired Friday March 30 & Mrs E. Beattie, Retired Address: 114 William Sreet Mr J. Benson, Deputy Cmmss Friday May 25 Rockampton QLD 4700 Fire Brigades Mr J. Boast, Project Manager Ian Bloxsom Jazz Trio PO BOX 684 Miss L. Boorn, Retired Airline Offi cer Ian “Blokko” Bloxsom is one of Enquiries: Registration & Mr W. Bowley, Retired Australia’s fi nest jazz percussionists. Conference information Mrs N. Bradley, Retired He teamed up with Peter Locke contact the Secretary Mr L. Brandon, Retired (piano) and Ashley Turner (bass), in Manager, Mr Graeme J Mr W. Brash, Retired Ms D. Broun, Retired 2003 to “do the gig in a different way, Spence Mr A. Burrell, Retired with plenty of solo space for all three Phone: 07 49 272 779 Mrs R. Campbell, Grazier players”. Fax: 07 49 211 493 Above: Seated, Her Excellency the Governor Mr C. Clark, Civil Engineer Book your Long Lunch and enjoy the Professor Marie Bashir AC & Sir Nicholas Mr A. Clarke, Regional Inspector ambience of the “power trio” in Cello’s Date: 28 April to 5 May 2007 Shehadie AC OBE. Standing, L to R Lt Rick Stone, Graham Berry President NSWMC, John Mr J. Collins, Business Prop during March and May. & Beryl Haxton FFF President & Warren Lewis Mrs L. Collins, Civil Servant General Manager NSWMC. Miss G. Conaghan, Retired Left: FFF Vice President, Rod Best, and party at Mr C. Cook, Retired Engineer the Australia Day Luncheon. Below left: Members of the Touring Group Mrs A. Crowe, Retired Below: Ces Dorcey ‘tickles the ivorys’ at the Ms R. Culpitt, Strata Management Friday April 27 & Christmas luncheons Mrs M. De Greslan, Retired Bottom: The Ian Bloxsom Jazz Trio Mrs P. Dean, Retired Friday June 29 Mrs S. Dodge, Coordinator Mr P. Dowden-Parker, Retired Engineer Mark Davies - Harpist Mr P. Duke, CEO Mark has been a freelance Miss J. Economus, Retired professional musician for 20 years Ms A. Ellevsen, secretary in Sydney, performing in the past Mr L. Elmes, Television Editor on Lutes (Arminius Ensemble), Mr L. Emerson, Plumber Classical/Spanish Guitar, Celtic Harp Mr D. Evans, Engineer and Flamenco guitar. Mrs K. Faulkner, Retired As well as performing, Mark also Mr J. Faulkner AM, University Lecturer gives private lessons for all of the Mr W. Fenn, Retired instruments mentioned above. Mr B. Fogarty, Retired Mr L. Fry, Retired But the talent doesn’t stop there! Mr R. Garvey, Retired Mark also designs and makes his Mrs H. Ginges, Legal Secretary own harps from native Australian Ms D. Gray, Administrator Rosewood. (fallen timber, not felled) Mr W. Gray, Picture Framer Miss E. Gunnell, Typist Mrs M. Hall, Retired Mrs M. Hanna, Retired Mrs P. Hansen, Retired Mr S. Haq, Chartered Accountant Every Friday Mrs L. Hill, Library Manager FREE LUNCH OFFER Mrs E. Holmes, Retired Ces Dorcey on Piano Mr H. Hovasapian, Offi ce Manager Looking for an excuse to make every Successfully introduce and nominate Mr J. Hurst, Retired Teacher Friday a Long Lunch? friends or family to join as a Member of Miss M. Jenner, Administrator the NSW Masonic Club and Mrs P. Johnson, Retired Nurse Join us on the Fridays that don’t Mr R. Johnston, Consultant feature a guest artist, to enjoy Mr Ces ‘we will buy you both lunch’ Mrs R. Knox, Retired Business Women Dorcey our regular pianist. The Club will also provide a complimentary Mrs K. Larsen, Retired Ces is well known around the Club bottle of Stony Peak Chardonnay or Shiraz for Mrs L. Leabeater, Retired Social Worker and also entertains at our Special you both to enjoy during your lunch. Mr C. Leach, Insurance Adviser Event lunches in Cello’s. CONDITIONS APPLY Mr B. Lee, Retired Kershaw Gardens & Capricorn Members may nominate new members in Mrs J. Lill, Stock Control Mgr Mr J. Lill, Sales Caves, Rockhampton conjunction with this offer more than once! Mr D. Lister, Grazier 4 NSWMC Magazine March 2007 March 2007 NSWMC Magazine 5 CROSSING THE PACIFIC UPCOMING EVENTS

More than a thousand ANZAC DAY LUNCH people turned out to watch the “Southern Wednesday 25th April Sir Charles Kingsford-Smith 1897 - 1935 Cross” take off on its Three course set menu including local beer and wine. fi rst leg from Oakland Potato and Leek Soup Charles Kingsford-Smith has been called the world’s greatest killed he quit. On returning to to Hawaii just before aviator. His record breaking fl ights and almost superhuman Australia in 1921 he was broke. 9.00 am on Thursday Parmesan Crusted Crumbed Lamb Cutlets with fl ying skills are legendary. Luckily the aviation industry May 31 1928. Saffron Potatoes, Onion Relish and Seasonal Charles Edward Kingsford-Smith was born in Brisbane in in Australia was booming However, the start Vegetables 1897, the youngest of seven children. Charles, or ‘Chilla’ as so ‘Smithy’ joined the West did not go off without Assorted Australian Cheese Plate incident. The take-off he was nicknamed was a small, energetic boy who loved Australian Airways fl ying mail Tea, Coffee and ANZAC Biscuits adventure and would do anything for a dare. through the outback. But what had to be aborted as Ulm accidentally shut down one engine when his clothing He also loved working with his hands. At the age of 13 he he really wanted, was to be Venue: Cello’s Restaurant, Level 4 caught in a switch. Field personnel restarted the engine and began studying mechanics and electrical engineering at the fi rst to fl y across the Pacifi c Time: 12 Noon the “Southern Cross” took off for Hawaii. Sydney Technical College. He was a good but not brilliant ocean. With borrowed and Price: $50 (includes member discount & gst) student and got bored easily. donated money he went to About 480 km into the fl ight the “Southern Cross” lost its America, bought a plane and On his 18th birthday, Charles enlisted in the army. After directional radio beam, so for the next 3,300 km navigator named it ‘Southern Cross’. NEW MEMBERS’ COCKTAIL fi ghting at Gallipoli, and a stint as a motor-bike despatch rider, Lyon was fl ying by dead reckoning. The aircraft also fl ew he was chosen to join Britain’s Royal Flying Corps which On May 31, 1928, ‘Smithy’ with co-pilot Charles Ulm, navigator into heavy cloud but Lyon’s experience as a merchant PARTY urgently needed pilots. Harry Lyon and radio operator James Warner set off from San marine and familiarity with the islands assisted them in Wednesday 9th May Francisco. The crossing was a three-legged marathon in a locating the airfi eld. The fl ight from Oakland to Hawaii had It was 1916 and aeroplanes were new inventions. The planes plane with an open cockpit. All new members since November 2006 are invited to ‘Smithy’ learnt to fl y were made of fabric, wire and timber. It taken 27 hours and 28 minutes. was something he loved from the very fi rst moment. He wrote The diffi culties of a pioneering fl ight across a featureless ocean, After resting in Hawaii the real test was to come. If they attend. If you joined in 2006 prior to November, and home to his parents, “I have discovered one thing about fl ying the diffi culties of navigation, the diffi culties of the weight of were to complete the next leg to Fiji it would be the longest were unable to attend the last New Members’ Cocktail and that is that my future, for whatever it may be worth, is the aircraft, the only thing was their eternal optimism. When fl ight ever made across open water. Party, please contact Rita on 9284 1006 if you would they reached Brisbane, eighty three fl ying hours later they had bound up with it.” like to come. completed the fi rst air crossing of the Pacifi c. Three hundred After passing the Equator, the “Southern Cross” ran into They say of some aviators, they were born to fl y, well ‘Smithy’ thousand people welcomed them when they fl ew to Sydney. strong headwinds and severe storms that blew it off course. Venue: The Adam Room, Level 4 was born to be obsessed by fl ying. In one of his many The stormy weather continued throughout the day and Smithy didn’t stop there. Aviators around the world were Time: 5pm - 7pm fl ying missions during the war his plane was riddled with one of the engines began to run rough. The weather fi nally competing to be the fi rst, the fastest, the best., ‘Smithy’ bullets. ‘Smithy’ was shot in the foot and later had three toes improved and the crew managed to regain their bearings. Price: FREE TO NEW MEMBERS continued to break and rebreak records. amputated. His war days were over. They were able to land on a cricket fi eld in Suva. The fl ight He was presented with the Military Cross by King George In 1930 at the age of 32 he fl ew 16,000 kilometres single was just short of 35 hours. CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH V and at only 20 years old was a war hero. He travelled to handedly and won the England to Australia air race. Two The crew left Fiji for Brisbane believing the next leg would America and worked in Hollywood as a stunt pilot. It was weeks later he married Mary Powell and they were to have a Wednesday 16th May be easy. However, they faced some of the worst fl ying a dangerous occupation and when another stuntman was son, Charles. conditions of the entire trip. Ferocious storms tossed their This very popular event is organised by Joan In 1933 after once again breaking the record for solo fl ight aircraft violently. At times they had to fl y just above the MacKenzie of the Dine & Wine Club. from England to Australia, he was acclaimed as the world’s waves and Kingsford-Smith admitted there were some very greatest airman. ‘Smithy’ held more long distance fl ying Don’t miss this opportunity to have a relaxing get anxious moments. Again they were blown off course. They records than anyone else on earth. But the adulation couldn’t together with friends and fellow members. May 31st 1928, Kingsford-Smith, Ulm, Lyon and downplayed their problems on the radio because they did last forever. Warner fl ew from San Francisco, via Honolulu and not want to alarm their friends waiting in Brisbane where Venue: The Adam Room, Level 4 Suva, to Brisbane, Australia, a distance of 7,389 Later when ‘Smithy’ pulled out of a race because his plane miles over ocean, in 83 hours 38 minutes. they landed on Saturday June 9. Time: 10.30am wasn’t ready, he was sent white feathers in the post. The sign This was the fi rst crossing of the Pacifi c by air. Price: Member $22 Non-member $25 of a coward. He was devastated. The press criticised him and After an enthusiastic welcome, the “Southern Cross” crew his health suffered. It was the most diffi cult period in his life. continued on to Sydney the following day. They fl ew along the coast on the fi nal leg to Sydney where escort pilots met At 38 Smithy was a veteran but wanted to prove he still SCOTTISH HIGHLAND DAY the crew. After the aeroplane landed Kingsford-Smith was had what it took. So on November 6, 1935, ‘Smithy’ and greeted in an emotional embrace by his parents. LUNCH Tommy Pethybridge took off from England on what was to be his last record breaking attempt. A day later Lyon and Warner stayed back to allow the two Australians Wednesday 20th June SAN FRANCISCO ‘Smithy’s’ plane disappeared near Burma. It has never to reap the applause they justly deserved until the crowd One of the highlights of the social calendar HONOLULU been found. called for them to come forward. Kingsford-Smith paid featuring the Scottish Highland Dancers. To avoid Charles Kingsford-Smith pioneered more long tribute to the skill, operation and pluck of his American disappoinment please book early. comrades. The four conquerors of the Pacifi c were paraded distance routes than any pilot in history. He lived Price inclusive of drinks package. and died for fl ying. He was one of the really genuine into the city where local dignitaries met them. achievers, an honest achiever, a pioneering achiever. Pictured Above L-R: Harry Lyon, navigator, Charles T.P. Ulm, Venue: Cello’s Restaurant, Level 4 A man who faced the odds and overcame them. If relief pilot, Capt. Charles Kingsford-Smith , pilot and James Time: 12 Noon to 3pm Warner, radio operator people think of him as a hero, then they have a good Price: Member $55 Non-member $60 role model.

Bro Air Commodore Sir Charles Kingsford- CELLO’S LONG LUNCH Smith MC, AFC was initiated Lodge Gascoyne Left: Sir Charles Special Artist on the last Friday of every No 62 (WA Constitution) 9th April 1925. Kingsford-Smith month - Book with Cello’s SUVA Passed to Second Degree: 1st July 1925. pictured on the All Other Fridays: Ces Dorcey on Paino Raised to Third Degree: 3rd September 1925. original Australian twenty dollar note. BRISBANE He was still a Lodge member when he died. March 2007 NSWMC Magazine 7 CELLO’S BREAKFAST SENSATION RECIPROCAL CLUBS United Service Club SOCIAL FUNCTIONS & EVENTS 183 Wickham Terrace Brisbane QLD 4000 Phone 07 3831 4433 Fax 07 3832 6307 GOLDEN PANCAKES Email: [email protected] RUGBY LEGEND Ingredients Website: www.unitedserviceclub.com.au VISITS THE CLUB Royal Automobile Club of Victoria 2 eggs Note: Change of address for City Club Rugby union player George Gregan ½ tsp cider vinegar 501 Bourke Street Melbourne VIC 3000 recently attended one of the Rotary 1 cup milk Phone: 9944 8888 Fax: 9944 8299 Club lunches regularly held at the Club. Email: [email protected] Pinch salt A shining role model on and off the fi eld, George and his wife Erica, Website: www.racv.com.au 1-2 tbs raw sugar established their own charity, The George Gregan Foundation in August University House - Canberra 2005, which aims to raise funds for specifi c projects targeting children. 1 ½ cups self raising fl our 1 Balmain Crescent Acton ACT 2601 The idea for this Foundation was born in 2004 when their son Max ¼ to ½ cup water Phone 02 6125 5276 Fax 02 6125 5252 was diagnosed with epilepsy. They spent time in hospital with Max and Email: [email protected] experienced fi rst hand the needs of many sick children and their families. Method: Website: www.anu.edu.au/unihouse/ The key projects on the agenda are researching, funding and delivering Graduate House - University of Melbourne George Gregan, captain of the Australian Rugby team, Place cider vinegar in with milk, and leave for a outdoor specialised playgrounds in children’s hospitals and the funding 224 Leicester Street Carlton VIC 3053 pictured above with Warren Lewis General Manager and, few minutes to thicken. Beat eggs in bowl – add of a Fellowship in Neurology at Westmead Children’s Hospital. milk, sugar and salt, and then mix with hand Phone 03 9347 3438 Fax 03 9347 9981 below right, Gerry Rihs President of Sydney Rotary beater. Email: [email protected] For more information on the foundation please visit the website: Website: www.graduatehouse.com.au George Gregan Sift in fl our and water alternately until you have www.georgegreganfoundation.com.au Commercial Club Full name George Musarurwa Gregan a thick consistency. For a thinner pancake, 618 Dean Street Albury NSW 2640 simply add extra water. Phone 02 6021 1133 Fax 02 6021 4760 Date of birth 19/04/1973 Place dollops in a lightly oiled non-stick pan Email: [email protected] Place of birth Lusaka, Zambia over medium heat, wait for bubbles, then turn Website: www.commclubalbury.com.au Height 1.73 m over until golden on both sides. Singapore Masonic Club Weight 76 kg Serve with you favourite topping. Freemasons’ Hall, 23A Coleman Street SINGAPORE 179806 Rugby union career TIP: These pancakes are delicious if you add a D. G. Secretary: (65) 6337 7429 little extra surprise to the mixture. Fax (65) 6339 5862 Position Scrum-half Try frozen blueberries or raspberries, fresh Masonic Club: (65) 6337 2809 Super Rugby Caps (points) banana slices or chocolate chips. Website: www.web.singnet.com.sg/~masonry/eastarch.htm 1996-present Brumbies 123 -117 Wagga RSL Club Current local club: Randwick Dobbs St Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 correct as of 7 August, 2006. Phone 02 6921 3624 Fax 02 6921 5305 Email: [email protected] National team(s) Website: www.waggarsl.com.au 1994-present Australia 127 -99 Wagga RSL Motel - Phone: 02 6971 8888 correct as of 11 September 2006. University of Tasmania Locked Bag 1367, Launceston TAS 7250 Ph 03 6324 3917 Fax 03 63 243915 Email:[email protected] Website: www.utas.edu.au/accommodation NEW MEMBERS Mr C. Nickson, Driver Dr R. Spence, Financial Planner Ulladullah Guest House October 2006 - February 2007 Mrs M. Osborne, Mr M. Spickler, Aged Care Worker 39 Burrill St, Ulladullah NSW 2539 Mrs B. Palfreeman, Retired Miss K. Sproule, Graphic Designer Phone 02 4455 1796 Fax 02 4454 4660 Mrs J. Littlefi eld, Retired Mr G. Patton, Farmer Mrs D. Storr, Retired Reservations (Toll Free) 188 700 905 Mr M. Losky, Security Manager Mrs G. Potter, Retired Miss J. Sutton, Teacher Email:[email protected] Mr M. Marriner, Tax Accountant Mrs Y. Probert, Retired Ms L. Tam, Retired Website: www.guesthouse.com.au Mrs J. Massey, Retired Mr D. Rebbeck, Managing Director Miss W. Thorn, Retired Orange Ex-Services Club Dr P. McDermott, Academic Mr G. Redfern, Accountant Mr A. Tinning, Building Manager 231-243 Anson Street Orange 2800 Mr R. McDonald, Managing Director Phone 02 6362 2666 Fax 02 6361 3916 Mr R. Robinson, Retired Mrs J. Tomasetti, Self-Employed Mr J. McDonald, Accountant Email: [email protected] Miss B. Rutter, Retired Dr G. Tomkins, Dentist Website: www.oesc.com.au Ms K. McGann Miss D. McKenzie, Retired Mr K. Ryal, Manager - Retirement Vlg Mrs T. Travis-Bright, Retired Forster-Tuncurry Memorial Services Club Ms P. Ryan, Retired Librarian Mr M. Vidaic, Hotel Manager Strand St Forster NSW 2428 Mr P. Menton, Media Mgr Phone 02 6554 6255 Fax 02 6554 8069 Ms M. Michael, Retired Miss L. Scott, Registered Nurse Mr K Way, Company Director Email: [email protected] Mr A. Michael, Teacher (drama) Mr I. Searston, Retired Teacher Mrs N. Whipp, Retired Website: www.ftmsc.com.au Mrs P. Miller, Retired Mrs A. Sergi, Retired Mr B. Whittet, CEO The Naval & Military Club Mrs L. Miller, Teacher Mr A. Sergi, Retired Mrs M. Wilkes, Retired Clerk 27 Little Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000 Mrs G. Mitchell, Retired Mrs K. Setchell, Retired Mr J. Wills, Retired Co. Director Phone 03 9650 4741 Mr K. Mobbs, Chairman Frank Whiddon Mrs Y. Sethi, Councellor Vedic Astrology Mr G. Wong, Accountant Fax 03 9650 6529 Masonic Email: [email protected] Miss Y. Shirlow, Retired Registered Nurse Ms C. Wood, Retired Mrs M. Moorhouse, Retired Website: www.nmclub.com.au Ms P. Slidziunas, Research Student UTAS Ms S. Yealland, Retired Mrs G. Moschella, Motel operator The Union Club of British Columbia Mr S. Smith, Coach - Business Exec Mr A. Yuswak, Security Offi cer Mr D. Mullane, General Manager 805 Gordon Street, Victoria Dr T. Smith Mr A. Zorbas, Business Consultant British Columbia, CANADA, V8W1Z6 Miss J. 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8 NSWMC Magazine March 2007 March 2007 NSWMC Magazine 9 CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB SOCIAL CALENDAR 2007 OPENING HOURS CELLO’S RESTAURANT Buffet & Full Breakfasts CLUB CONTACT PHONE Please book all club functions with Rita 7am - 9am Daily Phone 02 9284 1006 or email [email protected] A la carte Dining or Dine and Wine functions Joan Mackenzie 9979 1569 Business Lunch MARCH 2007 12noon - 2.30pm Monday to Friday Neville Adam 9558 5035 Tuesday 6 Touring Group meeting at 11am Touring Group functions Dinner (meet 1st Tuesday of the month) - New Members Welcome Monday 12 Probus Meeting in the Ground Floor Bar at 10am 6pm - 8.30pm Bill Jenkins 0421 165 290 Monday to Friday NSW Masonic Sub Branch Wednesday 14 Market Day at 2pm RSL functions (meet 3rd Monday of the month) - New Members Welcome Monday 19 NSW Masonic Sub-branch RSL meeting - 11am REAGHBAR 11.30am - 8pm Stan Hing 9349 6795 NSW Masonic Veterans Tuesday 20 Sydney Birthday Club Luncheon - The Adam Room Monday to Friday Association (meet 4th Monday of the month) - New Members Welcome Monday 26 NSW Masonic Veterans meeting & lunch - 11.30am CASTLEREAGH LOUNGE The Castlereagh Probus Bookings directly 10am - 10.30pm Joy Bee 9251 7540 Friday 30 Cello’s Long Lunch - Ian Bloxsom Jazz Trio functions with Cello’s Monday - Saturday Every Thursday Solo Group players in Level 2 Card Room 5pm - 8.30pm Sunday MEET THE STAFF Moira McGovern 9664 2227 George Tahan Solo Group APRIL 2007 PARKING (meet every Thursday 10.30am) - New Members Welcome Parking is available for members and How long have you been at the Club/ Monday 2 Probus Meeting in the Ground Floor Bar at 10am guests visiting the Club or staying at The Hotel and what position do you hold? 9328 1493 Sydney Birthday Club Peter Shilton Tuesday 3 Touring Group meeting at 11am Castlereagh. Parking vouchers are I have been working here for nearly 0419 013 483 on sale at the foyer Reception Desk. 3 years and my current position is Wednesday 11 Market Day at 2pm WILSON’S GOULBURN ST PARKING Training Duty Manager. Monday 16 NSW Masonic Sub-branch RSL meeting - 11am Phone 9212 1522 What do you enjoy most about your job? Operating Hours Tuesday 17 Sydney Birthday Club Luncheon - The Adam Room I enjoy working in a great team and Monday - Thursday 7.00am to Midnight meeting new people everyday. Monday 23 NSW Masonic Veterans meeting & lunch - 11.30am Friday 7.00am to 1.00am Saturday 7.00am to 1.30am What do you do in your spare time? BIRTHDAY $50 includes Member Wednesday 25 ANZAC Day Lunch in Cello’s Sunday 9.00am to 11.00pm On weekends, I’d love to go and watch discount & gst Bookings directly Rates my beloved South Sydney Rabbitohs VOUCHERS Friday 27 Cello’s Long Lunch - Mark Davies, Harpist with Cello’s try and win a game, otherwise ﬁ shing $20.00 Voucher Valid: 24 hours - Each month complimentary Monday to Sunday and going out with my friends are my sparkling wine vouchers will be Every Thursday Solo Group players in Level 2 Card Room favourite pastimes. Weekends Pay direct to parking sent out to members with an MAY 2007 station or purchase You are one of the youngest of the upcoming birthday. To participate in Tuesday 1 Touring Group meeting at 11am 24hr voucher team staff, what would you see yourself this promotion members must take doing in 10 years from now? PICCADILLY CAR PARK their voucher to the administration Wednesday 9 Market Day at 2pm Hopefully I could manage a large hotel Phone 9264 1467 office for validation after which, it Monday 14 Probus Meeting in the Ground Floor Bar at 10am and one day own my own business. can be presented at the bar. Operating Hours Tuesday 15 Sydney Birthday Club Luncheon - The Adam Room Daily 7.00am to 1.00am Any member who does not receive $22 Members Rates their voucher or misplaces it may Wednesday 16 Champagne Brunch in The Adam Room $25 Non-members $40.00 Voucher Valid: All Day Monday CHRISTMAS RAFFLE WINNERS collect a new voucher from the to Friday 1st Prize - Superior Christmas Monday 21 NSW Masonic Sub-branch RSL meeting - 11am administration office on level one. $11.00 Voucher Valid: 24 hours Hamper - Lyn McLeod Bookings directly Saturday & Sunday only Please Note: Offer is not available Friday 25 Cello’s Long Lunch - Ian Bloxsom Jazz Trio 2nd Prize - Deluxe Christmas Hamper with Cello’s (expires 9am Monday) for ‘take-away’ and must be Barbara Cotton Monday 28 NSW Masonic Veterans meeting & lunch - 11.30am $15.00 Voucher Valid: 5.00pm to 9.00am consumed within the Club. weekdays 3rd Prize - Weekend Accommodation Every Thursday Solo Group players in Level 2 Card Room for two at the castlereagh with dinner DRESS REGULATIONS Beryl Slade JUNE 2007 Club members and their guests are asked to observe Monday 4 Probus Meeting in the Ground Floor Bar at 10am the following dress regulations which have been approved by the Board to preserve the dignity of the Tuesday 5 Touring Group meeting at 11am PREFERRED PARTNERS MARKET DAY FOOD & BEVERAGE DISCOUNT Club. Wednesday 12 Market Day at 2pm Members and their guests attending “Cello’s” after Discounts for Club Members 2nd Wednesday of every month Club members are entitled to 6pm should be suitably attired. For gentlemen, a receive a discount of 10% off food Monday 18 NSW Masonic Sub-branch RSL meeting - 11am collared shirt with trousers or slacks is acceptable. A 5%-10% Hyde Park Jewellery Tickets $1 each (ten numbers per ticket) and beverage within the Club tie is not compulsory. For ladies, smart casual attire 169A Castlereagh St, Sydney Bonus ticket for every $5 spent. Over 40 Tuesday 19 Sydney Birthday Club Luncheon - The Adam Room is acceptable, including tailored slacks. Slacks or terriﬁ c gourmet prizes. Conditions: tailored shorts with long socks and shoes, tailored 10% at Foto Direct Discount applies only to the member Monday 25 NSW Masonic Veterans meeting & lunch - 11.30am shirt with short or long sleeves, is acceptable in all Venue: Castlereagh Lounge, Level 2 other food and beverage areas. 171A Castlereagh St, Sydney and up to 3 accompanying guests. Scottish Highland Day Lunch - Cello’s Special $55 Members Wednesday 20 The Castlereagh hotel guests, as Temporary Time: 2pm It is not applicable to groups or Event $60 Non-members 15% Hairstyling For Men Members, are expected to observe the above dress function bookings which exceed Bookings directly David Jones Men’s Department Friday 29 Cello’s Long Lunch - Mark Davies, Harpist regulations when availing themselves of the Club this limit. Please note Special Event with Cello’s facilities. 1st Floor, 65-77 Market St, Sydney Luncheons have a special member’s Every Thursday Solo Group players in Level 2 Card Room The Club Management reserves the right to refuse rate - no further discounts apply. any person not suitably attired admission to the Club.

10 NSWMC Magazine March 2007 March 2007 NSWMC Magazine 11 PPlanninglanning a function?function? Not only does The Castlereagh Boutique Hotel offer superb accommodation, comfortable bars and superior dining facilities, it is also the perfect venue for your next meeting, seminar, business lunch or function. Conveniently located in the heart of Sydney, The Castlereagh is surrounded by many picturesque locations for wedding ceremonies and is only a short walk to Sydney’s key business districts and major transportation hubs. Banquet packages are available from $99 per person and the cocktail package is $60 per person, both inclusive of beverages. Room hire for meetings starts at $150 with a variety of catering packages available, from $28 per person, inclusive of morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea. With the convenience of 83 hotel rooms, for your guests and business associates, The Castlereagh makes a perfect venue for your next social or business function.

Call the Functions Coordinator Phone 9284 1000 Fax 9284 1999 [email protected] www.thecastlereagh.com.au