NEWSLETTER 13th  February 2014

NEWSLETTER FEBRUARY 13 2014

Vice President Col Edwards welcomed 54 members and guest speaker Military Historian David Howell to the 34th Floor 100 Queen Street for our February luncheon. The formal matters were dealt with by Secretary Peter Pritchard and those present then enjoyed catching up with colleagues. Members not seen at 100 Queen Street for some time included Graeme Baldwin, Wendy Black, Cedric Coxsedge, Ken Crawford, Linda Davidson, Leigh Davis, Mike Devlin, Ray Gill, Roy Harper, Frank Hatfield, Bob Heinemann, Ian Peterkin, Paul Tovey,

Although the numbers attending were an improvement on past meetings at 100 Queen Street due to the level of apologies received from members on the sick list or travelling interstate and overseas at this time of year we look forward to continuing the growth in numbers at 100 Queen Street over the coming months as this year the committee has limited the number of luncheons away from 100 Queen Street.

APOLOGIES

Graeme Ainscough, Will Bailey, Clive Bayley, Angelo Biviano, Diane Carew, Brian Day, Aldo Faella, Helen Felsted, Nola Forsyth, Val Goldsworthy, Elaine Haw, Tony Glover, John Hawkins, Dorothy Hayes, Bob Heinemann, Graeme King, Ken Lee, Con La Fucia, Jack Lepedjian, Harry Loucas, Gary Mason, John McPhee, Noelene Noonan, Bernie O’Reilly, Neville Pearson, Graeme Randall, Harry Trefz, Al Trower, Doug Watson, Glenda White, Julie Wilkins, David Woods.

BEREAVEMENTS

Hallinan J.M.(John) 1/2/2014 88 years

John Michael Hallinan enlisted in the Royal Australian Airforce in Melbourne in January 1944 and on discharge in February 1946 was Leading Aircraftman in the 7 Operational Training Unit.

The funeral service was to be held on 14th February at Werribee.

Gerry Kennedy said that he and Jock Buntain worked with John at 109 Collins Street Branch some 60 years ago.

Labrum J.B. (John) 26/1/2014 88 years

John Beresford Labrum enlisted in the Royal Australian Airforce in Melbourne in February 1944 serving in Darwin and at date of discharge in April 1946 was Leading Aircraftman in the 55 Operational Base Unit. Kevin Mitchell said he knew John Labrum when he worked in the ES&A General Managers Dept during the 1960s and later he was Manager of King & Lonsdale Branch.

Sandra Street writes that back in the Stone Age when she started work she remembers a tall, red-haired, bespectacled John who was working in the Royal Bank Branch Securities Department at that time. The late legendary Eileen Fitzgerald always spoke well of John. I attended the funeral service representing ANZROC.

Ross Norm 28/12/2013 92 years

Norm Ross enlisted in the Royal Australian Air Force in March 1943 in Melbourne and on discharge in December 1945 as Flying Officer 18 GP 224 Squadron. Norm was married to Jean for 66 years and they met while working at Bank of Australasia Corner Collins and Queen Streets. Son Richard writes that his father’s respiratory condition worsened in August and he was hospitalised in October and spent time in rehab but his condition did not improve and he passed away at home. Richard said his father had a sharp mind until the end and always maintained a keen interest in banking finance and current affairs. Richard is happy to talk to members about his father on 0400 015310 or in writing at 1A Cooloongatta Road, Camberwell 3124.

Wood M.F.(Murray) 24/12/2013 91 years

Murray enlisted at Melbourne in the Australian Army in July 1943 and on discharge in August 1946 was a Driver in the Australian General Transport Company.

Apparently Murray had a fall and broke a hip a while back and his health has been going downhill ever since. Kevin Mitchell said he was so sorry to hear of the passing of Murray who was a great supporter for many years of ANZ Anzac Day Breakfast at the Staff Social Club. Murray had a great repertoire of jokes which he trotted out year after year keeping us all amused, even though we had heard most of them before. Murray had to tone down some of them after women started arriving for breakfast as members of the Box Hill City Brass Band, led by ANZROC member John Kelly.

John Duke advised a big crowd attended the funeral at the church Murray and Betty were married in. Amongst those in attendance were Jock Buntain, Harry Carrodus, Bruce Tickell, Frank Donovan, Brian Christensen, John Duke, Stan Halbish, Kevin Mitchell, Neil Sharman(who has lunched with Murray every Tuesday for 35 years) Bernie Sowersby and John Vanselow.

Members stood for a few moments in respect of our late members John, John, Norm and Murray and our condolences are extended to his family and friends.

Eamon Veaney advised that Alan Cooper passed away 18/11/2013, aged 74. Alan would be well known to ANZROC’s members who dealt with Grindlays and the CBS project.

I noticed in the Tasmanian newsletter of the advice of the passing of John O’Rourke on January 5th 2014. He has suffered poor health in recent years. He came from Victoria to 39 Paterson Street, before the merger and was at 63 St. John Street Hobart for many years and would be remembered by some of our Victorian members.

Brian Day advised that our member John Parkes' wife Marie Parkes passed away unexpectedly early in the New Year - there were a number of Retired Officers whom attended the funeral service.

Lawrie Foord advised that John Perryman with whom he worked at ES&A 388 Collins Street passed away in early January and John would be well known to many ANZROC members.

Joy MacDonald advised that May Thomas (Lienhop) passed away in early February and would be known to many ANZROC members.

HONORARY BIRTHDAYS

The following Honorary members will be enjoying a birthday during JANUARY/FEBRUARY

and we pass on congratulations from our members for your birthdays: Murray Abraham (88), Ron

Breckenridge (84), Alan Briant (82), Jock Buntain (84), Alan Burt OAM (89), Reg Caudry (82),

Cedric Coxsedge (88), Max Fisher (83), Norma Fox, Wyn Greenwood (93), Max Guest (80),

Dick Hellard (84), Mary Henley, Frank Hickey (89), David Hughes (82), Dennis Humphries

(88), Robert Hunter (96), Kevin Kelly (80), Gerry Kennedy (90), Bob Kirkland (91), Paul

Kitchin (91), Norm Mattila (92), Jack Moyle (89), Laurie Redfearn, Dawn Routledge, Mavis

Ryan, Bruce Scott (88), Graham Spruzen (83), Terry Talbot (85), Bruce Tickell (85), Roly

Webster (81), Brian Weeks (82), Keith Westaway (80), Barry Weston OAM (82), Norm

Wheatley (83), Jim Wood (91).

INTEREST RATES

From 1/2/2013

Less than $20,000 1.66%

Greater than $20,000 2.13%

GUEST SPEAKER

David Howell is a War Historian who is an authority on Australian Military History with an extensive knowledge of the conflicts in New Guinea and the Kokoda Trail and presented his talk on “What happened to Uncle Sam”. This related to Captain Sam Templeton who featured in a series of coincidences and fortunate events on and around the Kokoda Trail that David felt changed the course of the campaign in New Guinea in the 1940’s although as a result Templeton lost his life as a POW in prison camp. David has travelled the Kokoda Trail (Track) many times and his presentation was an informative and fascinating exercise which was enjoyed by members present. David is the editor of the magazine “Remembrance” in his role for the past 4 years as Friends and fund raising coordinator for the Shrine of Remembrance. David has many other factual histories of events in both the First and Second World Wars in Papua New Guinea which would be worth hearing including the story of the events in World War 1 in Rabaul when Australians were fighting the German Native army and where our Gerry McPherson’s ancestor Captain (Doctor) Brian Pockley was the first Australian officer killed in the fighting at New Britain.

Birdies Twitter

Best wishes to all our members and loved ones and we hope everyone had as pleasant a Christmas and New Year as Cheryl and I did, albeit a whole lot quieter than the old days. We enjoyed a great family (Cupples) reunion at ‘Max Cupples barn’ (which boasts a stage) in the Woodside bushland next to Grandma’s property where I spent a ‘slab’ of my childhood. Peter and Terry Cupples and band were strutting their stuff with a great comedian friend of Peter’s entertaining us whilst we enjoyed one of Max’s sheep cooked on the spit. The following night followed with a party at the Woodside pub. One of my old drinking holes and for memory, I think is the first time I have ever been there during legal hours. How the world has changed

Are you getting enough??

We would like to remind our members of 30 years and over service, that a range of discounts are available for a variety of services in the general banking and Investment areas

Whilst the ANZROC committee are endeavouring to make these benefits more transparent to our members, the reality is that they can be overlooked. Members are encouraged to take the matter up with their branch if there is any doubt or concerns. The information is available to employees within the bank via the branch computing network (ANZ Priority Banking) for branch personnel to see and act on

Black Sheep of the family I may be, but I can assure you that our next ANZROC outing at the Black Sheep Restaurant in Geelong on Thursday 13th of March 2014 will be a “ripper”. Noel Beanland and I visited the restaurant recently to check it out and make a booking and it is every bit as good as it was back in November 2011. What a lovely way to spend the day starting with a train trip from Southern Cross station, a laugh and giggle on the train, followed by a sumptuous meal and meeting, before a leisurely walk back to the station to journey home.

The Acceptance form and details are within the Newsletter

Looking forward to another year of Twitter from Neville Pearson!!!

DO YOU KNOW WHERE THESE MEMBERS ARE

We have had three Newsletters returned recently and if any members know of the current addresses please let Ron Adams know…98210444 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Mrs Mary Henley 1 Wyuna Street Rosebud West 3940

Mr P Weaving 34 Reid Street Beaumaris 3103

Mrs. Joan Watson widow of our late President Alan Watson

and also our Honorary Member John Keck ‘s address is still unknown.

SUBSCRIPTIONS REMINDER

Over the next few days a reminder email or letter will be sent to those members who are in arrears for the current year to 30 September 2014. There are 165 members with subs unpaid but within that number are 37 members in arrears for 2 years who have been contacted several times with no success and we will have no alternative but to cancel their membership if not paid up by 31/3/2014.

A quick response will be appreciated.

Contact John Brown, Hon Treasurer for all enquiries regarding subscriptions - Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or telephone 03 9802 1810, mobile 0425827540.

Subscriptions are due and payable to ANZROC Vic and can be posted by cheque to John  Brown,

PO Box 4056, Burwood East, Vic 3151, (phone No. 9802 1810 )

Or paid directly into the ANZROC account details of which are:

ACCOUNT NAME:           ANZ BANKING GROUP RETIRED OFFICERS’ CLUB                                                                                        (Victoria)

BSB:                                      013 350

ACCOUNT NUMBER:     3064 51947

LETTERS

Murray Abraham sends his thanks to all members for their good wishes for his 88th birthday. Murray says the arrival of the Birthday is one of the rare speedy events he can lay claim to these days. However if he assumes they do not come around he is in “big trouble”.

Ian Cann emails his thanks for his Birthday card, which was much appreciated, and to

Kathy who does a great job sending them.

Len Carr emailed his thanks to Kathy, the Committee and members of ANZROC for the well timed birthday greetings for his 76th. It is now 22 years since Len left the Bank and he

enjoys reading the monthly newsletter. Many names appear of former colleagues that he was associated with over the years. A highlight of 2013 was the 7th trip to London with wife Norma to visit their eldest daughter, husband and two grandsons in July/August. They also had a week in Austria with the family taking in Vienna, Salzburg and the brilliant little town of Mayrhofen in the Alps. Len is looking forward to a much improved season from the mighty Carlton F.C.

Harry Carrodus emails his thanks to Kathy for her recent birthday greeting which, of course, arrived on time. Harry wonders how many companies have an attachment like the Retired

Officers’ Club that continues to send birthday greetings even after 29 years retirement. He ventures to say that this tradition would be unique and to be remembered is much appreciated.

Harry also congratulates past and present committees for organizing so many functions that enable retired officers to continue the camaraderie in retirement which we all enjoyed so much during our working life. May it all continue?

Geoff Christmas emails that another year passed quickly with some great times and some challenging ones for both Geoff and wife Heather. They rode their bicycles in France for nearly three months starting near Lyon and heading south to Mont Ventoux. They climbed the mountain for a second time after achieving it some years back and then headed in a north westerly direction through the Massif Central and on to the mouth of the Loire River. Geoff and Heather usually ride for a few days then rest up for two days however this trip they had three one week stays at Sault, Saint Flour and Verteuil-sur-Charante and really enjoyed the longer stays in some very interesting villages. From the mouth of the Loire River they followed a well known route that takes you to most of the magnificent Chateau’s that the area is renowned for. They are really spectacular. The usual stint at Coolum Beach for winter did not eventuate due to health issues though they had a lovely time at Porepunkah prior to Christmas with some of the family before heading to Temora for Christmas with son Rohan his wife Rachel and the three grandchildren. A lovely time was had by all, and they are well down the recovery path with new adventures planned for this year. Once again Geoff thanks the Club for the birthday card and the newsletters that bring with them many memories.

Bill Collins emails his thanks to ANZROC for his birthday greetings which as usual arrived on the day of his birthday. Bill too looks forward to the monthly newsletter and following the movements of friends and colleagues.

Trevor Cookson emails special thanks to Kathy Trace for 83rd birthday wishes.

Birthday was spent with close friends at a luncheon at "The Olde England Hotel", Heidelberg and then family dinner at home in the evening, both of which were very enjoyable. Time passes quickly when retired for 27 years but life still very busy. A few small get-aways were undertaken at Mildura and Point Lonsdale where the weather wasn't kind to Trevor and wife Shirley, punctuated by the daily press endeavouring to undo Essendon Football Club over the supplements saga.

Bill and Judy Davies emailing from Ocean Grove advise that they received their Birthday Cards and appreciate the thought and effort that goes into providing this ANZROC function.

They have not been able to get to any of the Melbourne meetings for sometime but hope to get to the Geelong meeting in March.

Bob English emails thanks to Kathy for getting the birthday card to him once again right on his birthday. Don’t get many cards these days!

Max Fisher writes his thanks to Kathy Trace for the kind birthday wishes. Max says it has been a good year with family, friends and robust health. He is looking forward to more of the same during 2014 and by the way he appreciates the newsletter.

John Gill emails his thanks to the Club for the Good Wishes on his Birthday.

John spent a lovely day with family in Geelong before returning to Wodonga to celebrate with family there. It is always great to read the Newsletter and hear the news of many past associates.

There are quite a few of in the Wodonga/Albury area and it is always good to catch up with them through bowls etc.

Bill Halsall sends his thanks for the arrival of his birthday card on the due date. Having recently joined ANZROC it is very interesting to read the newsletters and come across names of those whom he knew during his time with ANZ. Together with Janice his wife, Bill lives a fairly quiet life in Benalla but with community involvements he seems at times to have less spare time than when he worked with ANZ.

John Hawkins emails his thanks for his birthday card which he received on time. John and wife Helen are now preparing for their Indian Pacific trip.

Bob Heinemann emails his thanks for ANZROC Birthday Greeting for his 74th.

Bob and wife Heather keep well. They still both work part time to keep the muscles and grey

matter in tune. They celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary on August 31st. A private dinner for family and a few speeches made the occasion memorable. History was observed via

photographic records over the years. Bob and Heather thought they were going to be "Darby and Joan" for Christmas, but their daughter and son-in-law and family from Paris happily surprised with coming down here for Christmas. Bob and Heather visit Euroa occasionally for relaxation joys.

Jenny Hui Tong and the Duguid family pass on their sincere thanks to all the ANZ family and for the many cards, letters, flowers and telephone calls on the passing of valued ANZROC member John Duguid. The kind words and shared memories are greatly appreciated. It was over whelming to see so many of their ANZ colleagues, past and present at John’s funeral and they will always remember this tribute to him.

David Jones emails his thanks for the ANZROC annual birthday card and the good wishes expressed therein. Congratulations to the Committee on the annual Xmas luncheon in December, it was as always a highlight and tremendous to see so many friends and old colleagues. 2014 promises to be a bit special as David will be heading to Los Angeles in a couple of weeks with family to celebrate his eldest son’s wedding, and it will be the first time back for all the family since he served there with ANZ from 1983 to 1985.

Paul Kitchin sends his acknowledgement to cards received from the Club. His thanks to Kathy Trace for sending the Club’s birthday wishes for his 91st arriving on time as usual. He also sends thanks to the team in organising the special Christmas Cards sent to the 90 and over’s and to Neville Pearson for his personal comments on the card.

Brian Knowles emails thanks yet again for your timely birthday wishes Kathy. So sad to have lost Bob Evans, Bernie King, and John Duguid over just a few months-all great fellows. Brian and wife Jan are off to Norfolk Island in March. They have both descended from former residents-Jan from a first fleeter and Brian from a convict. Their children and grand children listen to their "reasoned arguments" as to which is the most deserving of the future they gave to following generations. A dilemma that is unlikely to be resolved. Brian and Jan continue to enjoy travelling in their motor home with Crescent Head in N.S.W. a current favourite destination.

Bob Lyon emails his thanks for the birthday wishes. He is back in Fiji, but left wife Helen in Melbourne as she is still recovering from a recent operation. Bob was sad to hear of John Duguid’s passing. Bob met John the day he joined ANZ and of course there is a legendary John Duguid tale attached to that day. Bob and Helen have had a good year, albeit interrupted by a couple of medical issues. They went to the UK mid-year to follow the Ashes and finished up with an enjoyable week in Paris. Still fairly busy with a few boards, the most exciting is chairing a new green energy company based in New Zealand but concentrating on the Pacific. One of the reasons he is back in Fiji is to meet with the World Bank who are interested in partnering with them. In April Bob and Helen are off to the California and Hawaii for a break and some golf.

Noel Matthews reports his card was on time, all the time - the hallmark of a well-run organisation! Thanks to Kathy for the annual reminder that he should be starting to grow older more gracefully. However, Noel will continue to cart his sax and flute around the cafes and bars of Melbourne for a while longer - it's still good fun!

Kevin May emailing form the Gold Coast sends thanks for the birthday greeting, a relatively quiet year to report, other than an extended trip to Hawaii being their 3rd. in 2 years(creatures of habit!).

Wal McGillivray writes to thank Kathy Trace and the committee for the birthday wishes which with impeccable timing arrived on the due date. He appreciated Kathy’s personal note celebrating his 90th birthday. He celebrated the day with family and friends at the Malvern East Golf Club- a beautiful venue and their catering was excellent. Wal’s highlight of the year was the visit to

Government House to receive his OAM. It was a perfect Melbourne day –the sun shone, the lawns and gardens were at their best and the whole function went off with almost military precision. Wal and his wife had their usual break at Broadbeach earlier in the year but apart from that they have been relaxing at home.

Sandra Street emails her thanks to Kathy and ANZROC for the birthday card. As ever it arrived right on the day. No news of any interest to report this year. Retired life just chugs along pleasantly, interspersed with an occasional holiday, cruising being Sandra and husband Patrick’s favourite mode these days.

Neville Taylor sends his thanks for the birthday card for the occasion of his 93rd birthday. The new revamped Christmas cards for the over 90’s is a thoughtful change.

Glen Twidale emails to thank Kathy for his birthday card. It was a different Christmas for Glen this year. He went north to the Gold Coast where his daughter lives .The special guest was Glen’s great grandson Harry aged 9 months. He and his parents presently live in Singapore but he thinks they will make a move to return home next year. He enjoyed the Christmas lunch and meeting old friends.

Athol Watkins writing from Clifton Springs says thanks for reminding him that another year has passed. He doesn’t get to meetings but does enjoy the newsletter that brings back a lot of memories accumulated over 40 year’s service. How different it is now. Athol and wife Barbara still spend a lot of time on the bowling green and croquet lawn. Late May/June they had a few weeks in London and Paris before a cruise out of Copenhagen around the Baltic area. Returning to Australia they spent a few weeks recuperating in Queensland. Athol was sad to read of the passing of Selwyn Henning .Selwyn joined the Bank while Athol was in Hamilton and was a Business Bank Manager with Athol in Geelong almost up to the time Athol retired. Otherwise they enjoy life and still live in hope of another “Pies” premiership.

Roly Webster emailing from Bendigo says thanks for the Birthday Card-much appreciated. He is keeping pretty quiet in order to survive the heat. Attended a customer/staff night at Hamilton just before Christmas to celebrate the retirement of Jeffrey (Woofer) Barker after around 43 years (or more) of toil culminating as Manager Hamilton. Jeff was on Staff when Roly was Manager there in the early eighties and pretty well kept the Branch going for a fairly long period when Roly was unwell-great night and met up with quite a few old workmates.

Glenda White emails her thanks for the wonderful birthday card which arrived on 24th December. It is amazing that you do not forget even though it is at Christmas, very much appreciated

John White emails many thanks for the brilliant photographic coverage of the Christmas lunch on the web site. John doubts if anyone escaped the camera's lens. Whilst unable to attend this annual event, John gets a lot of pleasure perusing the photos of former colleagues and following Eamon's links.

Keith Winckles emails his thanks to the Club for the birthday card. How Kathy does it he doesn't know but she was the only one to get the card to arrive on the day.2013 was not a very eventful year. Hope to do more this year after he recovers from a knee replacement operation due mid January.

Brian Wrigley emails from Highton his thanks for the card; both he and wife Pat are going well with another grandson on the way early February. Brian sometimes wonders where the twenty one years has gone since the Bank and he parted ways.

Theo Yardley emailing from St Ives NSW send thanks to Kathy, Committee and Members for the 86th birthday greetings duly received and greatly appreciated.

Lloyd Zegenhagen passes on his thanks to Kathy Trace for her kind card with birthday wishes. Lloyd’s episode in hospital is now well passed and recovery is very satisfactory. He is looking forward to planning their next holiday, although not to the Antarctic this time if it means being

stranded similar to the present exploration ship. Their previous voyage was much more pleasant as the pack ice was not as treacherous. Nevertheless is would have been interesting.

AND Graham Bancroft, Clive Bayley, Wendy Black, Damian Burgess, Stephen Cowley, Kerry Dodds, Shirley Duckworth, Sandra Edwards, Alan Forrest, Annie Glenn, Barry Gully, Bruce Iddles, Malcolm James, Sandra Joseph, Des Kidd, Bob Lamb, Zelda Martin, Sue McCarthy, Denis McGee, Jock McGregor, Stan Middleton, Ray Murphy, Alex Pigdon, Bevyn Ranford, Peter Richardson, Les Roberts, John Stevens, Harry Trefz, Mike Watts, Keith Westaway, Glenda White,

ANZROC QSLD, NSW, SA, TAS, WA

MATTERS OF INTEREST

ANZROC COMMITTEE

At our committee meeting on Thursday 13th in terms of our constitution we were pleased to be able fill vacancies in our committee until our next Annual General Meeting by adding Wolf Damschitz and Elaine Haw to our committee and they have both agreed to accept the role until the AGM in November 2014.

ANZROC WEBSITE

The ANZROC’s website has been active now for over 3 years and we have tried to keep information up to date with newsletters current and archived, articles on club activities / events , obituaries and a growing gallery of photographs. We would appreciate any feedback from club members on improvements you would like to see so that we can continue to plan the evolution of the site in the future.

We have around 1000 members and still send over 300 newsletters by mail each month which is costly and time consuming. Whilst we cannot eliminate this means of communication completely we would wish to encourage more members to use the web site as their main means of access to club activities.

Since the site started we have had over 65,000 'hits' with the most popular articles being the monthly newsletters averaging about 700 readers per month and photos of the Xmas lunch which is heading to the 700 mark for the most recent lunch.

Please address any feedback to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. so that we can plan future enhancements to the site and if you are interested in changing over your newsletters to electronic copies advise Ron Adams on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

LINK TO LONDON PENSIONERS WEBSITE

Eamon had trouble accessing the London web site through our External Links page and has now been advised they have moved to another provider and changed to the link below. http://www.anzpauk.co.uk/

ANZROC members who wish to keep up to date with UK events especially bereavements of which there are too many should use this link

ANZROC AUTUMN GOLF DAY

We are looking for golfing members who might be interested in organizing the autumn golf day for ANZROC members suggested for late April/early May. The golf tournament in November at Rosebud is secure for 2014 but there is a gap in our calendar for the autumn tournament and anyone interested can contact John Brown (9802 1810) or Ron Adams (9821 0444).

MANSFIELD TRIP 2014

ANZ RETIRED OFFICERS CLUB GETAWAY 24th/25th FEBRUARY 2014

The venue once again is Alzburg Resort 39 Malcolm St Mansfield and bookings have been made for 2 Nights Mon 24 Feb & Tue 25 Feb 2014.

If you require information contact Kevin Mitchell on 9807.6201 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

ANZROC MEMBERS OF ANZ STAFF CLUB AUSTRALIA

For all ANZROC members that have retained their membership of ANZ Staff Club Australia this month we are promoting holiday rentals for properties owned by the ANZ Staff Club Australia and we have been advised that up to the end of May there are 6 units available in North Haven NSW for rental at very reasonable rates

ACCOMMODATION: NORTH HAVEN NSW is open for bookings

North Haven is a picturesque town on the edge of the Bago Bluff Nature Reserve on the northern NSW coast and near the centres of Wauchope and Port Macquarie. The Staff Club is planning to put the block of units on the market during May 2014 so there is a window of opportunity to book units at a very reasonable price until the end of May….for example bookings in February are currently set at $410 per unit weekly from Friday to Friday.

North Haven - 1 Edith Street (Units 1 to 3 - Downstairs, Unit 4 to 6 - Upstairs)

North Haven is truly a haven for all lovers of fishing, boating and surfing. With alfresco cafes, shady barbecues, riverside picnic areas, fishing spots and surf beach, it is a perfect holiday destination to rejuvenate and relax. Stay to experience the classic Australian beachside holiday in the spacious, quiet and relaxed set of 6*, two bedroom units with bedding to accommodate up to 5 guests per unit. There is plenty of room for the kids to run around, with an enclosed yard and there is a fenced in-ground pool, swing set, large recreational room with table tennis, plus a great enclosed BBQ area and fridge. All this plus a short walk to the beach, it just can't get any better.. *If a particular unit is desired then please first make your booking via this website by logging in to www.anzstaffclub.org.au and click on “Stay” and then choose the NSW bookings which will show the North Haven property and once you have made the booking please email ANZ Staff Club with your request for the desired room. Email address - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

NEXT MEETING THURSDAY 13th MARCH 2014

MEETING AT THE BLACK SHEEP RESTAURANT ON 13th MARCH 2014 from 12 noon. The restaurant is located on the ground floor of the “National Wool Museum” building on the corner of Moorabool Street and Brougham Street Geelong

ANZ RETIRED OFFICERS AND PARTNERS LUNCHEON AND (optional) TRAIN JOURNEY TO THE BLACK SHEEP RESTAURANT IN GEELONG

Following on from the most enjoyable outing to Geelong in September 2012 it has been decided to return to the Black Sheep licensed Restaurant for our 13th March 2014 monthly meeting/outing

The restaurant is located on the ground floor of the “National Wool Museum” building on the corner of Moorabool Street and Brougham Street Geelong

(Melway’s Street Directory page 228 C1)

The distance from the Geelong Station to the restaurant is approx 600 meters

It is recommended that we travel to the function via train. For those travelling by car there is limited (time and volume) parking on the foreshore East of the restaurant

“V Line” have a service to Geelong from the Country Platforms (Ground level at Spencer Street side of Southern Cross Railway Station) leaving at 10.00am and arriving at Geelong at 10.55am. For the return journey there is a train departing Geelong Station at 3.28 pm arriving Southern Cross Station at 4.38pm

It is proposed that we meet at the restaurant at around 11.30 am with a view to ordering lunch around midday

The Restaurant has prepared a suitable menu for our function with the cost being $25 per person. This includes a complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink .

The menu selection is:

* Pasta Carbonara

* Chicken Schnitzel, Chips, Bean, Olive and parmesan salad

* Beer Battered Flake, Chips, Salad and Tartare Sauce

* Steak Chips and Salad

* Sweets can be purchased separately from the glass selection cabinet at extra cost

It will be appreciated if members undertaking the trip via “V Line” arrange their own train tickets through the local “manned” railway station a few days prior to the day

Your free Seniors/Pensioner travel vouchers can be utilised for this event, however members are reminded that they need to take their vouchers to their local “manned” railway station to obtain a “V Line” authorised ticket for such travel

To assist members, we will endeavour to provide transport to and from Geelong Station to the restaurant for those members who would require such assistance to enable them to attend the luncheon. We would be grateful if any member who may be able to assist with such transport advise us on the acceptance form

In view of the relatively short time frame before the meeting please advise your acceptance as early as possible thank you so we can advise “V Line” to ensure adequate seats will be made available on the train

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ACCEPTANCE SLIP FOR THE ANZROC LUNCHEON/RAIL TRIP TO BE HELD AT BLACK SHEEP RESTAURANT GEEELONG ON THURSDAY 13TH MARCH 2014

NAME:.................................................................................

PARTNERS NAME.................................................................

I/WE WILL BE ATTENDING THE LUNCH: YES/NO

I WOULD APPRECIATE ASSISTANCE WITH TRANSPORT TO/FROM GEELONG STATION FOR THE LUNCHEON: YES/NO

I AM ABLE TO ASSIST WITH TRANSPORT TO AND FROM GEELONG STATION FOR MEMBERS REQUIRING ASSISTANCE: YES/NO

THIS ACCEPTANCE CAN BE EMAILED TO: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or mailed to “Neville Pearson, 18 Browning Drive Glen Waverley 3150” OR TO: “ This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or mailed to “Noel Beanland 1 Walhalla Drive East Ringwood 3135 “

We are looking forward to a large roll up to this luncheon and separate notices have also been forwarded to members living in the Geelong and surrounding municipalities

Ron Adams

Newsletter Editor