RSL Sub-Branch Contacts:
President - Gary Fizzell 0418 114 976; Secretary - Ron Kelly 02 9623 3334;
Welfare - John Foeken 0409 329 688, Uwe Schoenherr 0414 063 957, Terry Burns 0407 834 499.
Watch this site for updates and photos from social club events.
The RSL Sub-Branch meets at 1830 hrs on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, so why not make it a date and come along and meet us at the friendly club – all RSL Sub-Branch members welcome.
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Mudgee Weekend – 23rd/24th July 2011
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At 0700 hours on a cold and very overcast morning 34 persons mustered at the RSL all rugged up for their journey to the wineries of the Mudgee region. Prior to leaving on our long trek a number of the female species had to attend the little girl’s toilet. Jeff with his kind heart drew the key to the Youth Club to let the females in distress use the toilets but forgot to turn the lights on. Unbeknown to one of the females, Ms L attempted to use the toilet at the same time as another; one can only imagine the fright both must had felt in the dark. We commenced our journey shortly after.
During our drive to Kandos we stopped at Point Piper Power station and had a look through the museum. Once again we were on our way to Kandos to have lunch at the Golf Club, roast pork, potatoes and veg followed by desert. After lunch we proceeded to Leu Pottery where we were given a very broad demonstration of making clay from scratch and then using the wheels to make clay products. Of course Ms L had to try the toilet at these premises; the only thing wrong the toilet was a hole in the ground within a room. Inside the gallery Ms N could not help herself and was caught stroking a piece of clay; this was also photographed by our resident camera man Tony Fryer.
Later that day we attended the Pieter Van Gent Winery on our way to our Hotel. Many a sample of wine was drunk. After arriving at the Hotel we had a short rest and attended a Xmas in July function. A very fine meal was had by all. Gary Ayers had the woman mesmerised with his skill of making various objects with a serviette. Many of the women benefited from his teachings.
After a good nights sleep with temps around 1 degree all members had a great breaky. It was found out later that a certain person was seen leaving another person or person’s room in his Pjs during the early hours of the morning. Later we attended the Mudgee honey haven where various samples of Mead and honey were tasted. While there, ears were pricked at a familiar sound in the far distance – a Huey. We persuaded our driver to give chase and, after letting some off to wander the arts and crafts at the lunch venue, the rest of us finally caught up with a very surprised helicopter pilot, Sean, at Commercial helicopters (www.commercialhelicopters.com), who proceeded to show us his three Hueys – sadly, no passengers permitted – but he came good with a low and deliberate fly-over during our lunch. Lunch was held at the Furlongs Winery where a beautiful spit lunch was provided. Many a sample of wine was also tasted. Our last stop was at the Peter Stein Winery before heading home.
We departed Mudgee around 2.30pm and arrived at the club around 6.45pm. I believed all who attended the weekend had a fabulous time. Once again, thank you to all of those supporters of the Social Club.
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Russell
Chairperson of Social Guild.
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Penrith Paceway – 2nd June 2011
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Well what another great night at the Penrith Paceway, ten races, great food and company. I have never had such a nervious week leading up to the paceway night. It only dawned on me on Monday that, rain, dirt track, horses and buggies are not a great mix. I had rung the paceway daily to speak to Lorraine who organises the night for us to see what condition the track was in. Thank god the rain stopped Monday night.
I have never seen such a funny sight of all those people who were going through the losing tickets when a protest occurred after race 7 … talk about seagulls scavenging for scraps - people left them for dead trying to find their winning ticket amongst the losing tickets (only joking people for those who take offence). There were many winners and losers on the night. All in all, I believe most people had a very enjoyable evening.
Thanks again for those who supported the event.
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3801 Trip – 3rd April 2011
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As the train pulled out of Central Railway on a beautiful Sunday morning the carriage was full of excitement to what lay ahead for the rest of the day. Firstly the scenic train trip down through the National Park to Wollongong and up the mountain to Robertson Railway Station.
During this period many photos were taken of the views and of other members who attended on the day.
Once we reached Robertson we were driven by coach by Maryanne to the Illawarra Tree Top Fly. Several of the members remained behind and order some refreshments which I might add were not delivered to the members by the time some of us returned from the walk. The tower was a challenge for all who wished to climb it. There was a discrepancy of how many steps there were - 106 or 107 .... who cares, anyone who made that climb needed a pat on the back, even John Foeken made it to the top.
A short time later we were on the bus again and headed to the Robertson Pie Shop where most enjoyed a pie or two. Although I lost count to what Don Watters had consumed.
We then headed off to the Cheese Factory for a short visit prior to heading back to the Station for the return journey to Sydney. Whilst at the Cheese Factory many sampled various cheeses, purchased a gelato ice cream, cheese or other goods. At the station a group photo was taken prior to our return journey home.
Looking at the members in the carriage, a good day was had by all. I thank those members and their partners who attended our first outing for the year. Tickets will go on sale for the Penrith Paceway at the next meeting - this function will be held on Thursday
2nd June.
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Russell
Chairperson of Social Guild.
RSL Sub-Branch Contacts:
President - Gary Fizzell 0418 114 976; Secretary - Ron Kelly 02 9623 3334;
Welfare - John Foeken 0409 329 688, Uwe Schoenherr 0414 063 957, Terry Burns 0407 834 499.
