CONNECT2018-2019 SUMMER ISSUE

CLUB TAREE COMMUNITY MAGAZINE

heart of the community

stacks finance legends pro am 2018

100 years of the Taree RSL Sub Branch

contents PRESIDENTS WELCOME 3

CEO REPORT 4COMMUNITY TEAM NEWS 6

HEART OF THE COMMUNITY 8NSW VOLUNTEER AWARDS 10CLUB TAREE TURNS PINK 11

SCHOLARSHIPS 12 FIREWORKS/TASTEFEST 14

AUSTRALIA DAY 15TAREE RSL SUB BRANCH 16

PATRICK MOSES 18CLUB GRANTS 20

NEW MEMBERS PROMO 24FUNCTIONS WITH LISA 28

ON THE COURSE 292018 STACKS FINANCE

LEGENDS PRO AM 30CHINESE NEW YEAR 34

TAREE PANTHERS JRLC 36CLUB TAREE COMMUNITY

CONCERT BAND 37WHATS ON 38

management

Chief Executive Officer MORGAN STEWART

Brand & Communication Manager PAUL ALLAN

Operations Manager MAL NEALE

Business Support Manager MICHELE HILL

Golf Course Manager MARK SPRAGGS

Finance Manager PETER LAVELLEExecutive Chef

JONATHAN FLANAGAN

contact A 121 Wingham Road, Taree

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our misson: to use our collective awesomeness to make a positive difference in our community through raising funds, promoting awareness, offering support & providing welfare.

president’s reportWe are busy preparing ourselves for the busy summer period. We are very fortunate to be the community meeting place for so many local groups, businesses, organisations, associations and social parties at this time of year welcoming literally thousands of locals to celebrate with friends, family, colleagues and associates. It is not a privilege that we take lightly, we know that everyone has a choice, and we thank you for choosing Club Taree, particularly at this time of year. We look forward to welcoming you. The Club landscape has changed dramatically over the last 15 years. We used to celebrate Clubs who had the greatest profits, now we recognise Clubs for their overall commitment to their community. It was a great honour to see the Club Taree Community Team take out the Heart of the Community Award at the 2018 ClubsNSW Clubs and Community Awards in October.

I have witnessed firsthand the energy, commitment and passion that our Team consistently put into making the Club Taree Community Team not only successful, but also resourceful, meaningful and of great value to our community as a whole. Congratulations to the Club Taree Community Team and thank you for your hard work and dedication to making a positive difference within our local and regional communities. To our members who have supported the team over the last four and a half years, thank you also for placing value on everything that they do.

The team has also been named as a finalist in the 2018 NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards for Corporate Volunteer Team of the Year. As many would know these awards are not industry specific and consider Corporate Teams from

all sectors of the community. These awards will be announced at the end of November, however the Team should be congratulated for being recognised at this stage as only one of three finalists across all industries and businesses in NSW. We wish them luck.

In December the Taree RSL Sub Branch will be celebrating their 100th Anniversary with a luncheon here at Club Taree. For 100 years the Taree RSL Sub Branch has been committed to the welfare of ex-servicemen and women here in the Manning Valley, they have done so with dedication, respect and devotion. I offer my thanks to all current, past and future committee members of the Taree RSL Sub Branch for their unwaivered service to our community, and congratulate them on their 100th Anniversary.

Last year at the same time I spoke of how challenging 2017 had been for the Club industry as a whole, 2018 has proven to provide a very similar landscape. We here at Club Taree remain securely above industry trends. We continue to analyse not only the key areas of our business, but all areas of our business to ensure the long term success of Club Taree.

We are very pleased with the progress of the Tabatinga Project, which is currently before Mid Coast Council awaiting approval of the development application. We would expect at this stage to have this approved early next year. Behind the scenes the team is consistently working on the project to ensure a trouble free and timely transition into construction and opening. We aim to have the facility operational by this time next year. We are extremely pleased with the amount of positive comment, feedback and conversation from within the industry,

from our members, and community as a whole that surrounds the Tabatinga Project.

In November I was joined by State Member Stephen Bromhead in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on behalf of both ClubsNSW and the State Government. This MOU recognises the role Clubs play in our local communities and covers 12 key areas of interest to our community.

As I write this, the committee for the 2018 Stacks Finance Taree Legends Pro Am is busy finalising the event. Following the success of last year’s event we have been able to increase the prize pool to $25,000, which in turn has attracted a larger pool of professional golfers, a larger number of local and regional sponsors, and greater commitment from amateur players in the event also. Thank you to Stacks Finance, our presenting partner and naming sponsor of the event, along with all the other sponsors who have placed value on this event which aims to raise the profile of golf in our community.

We are looking forward to another exciting, successful and engaging 2019.

On behalf of myself, Club Taree Directors, Management and Staff I take this opportunity to wish you all a safe and happy Christmas season. I also offer our best wishes for a prosperous 2019.

Geoff WatmanPresident

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ceo’s reportIt was an honour in October to be able to stand before over 1200 Club representatives at the 2018 ClubsNSW Clubs and Community Awards and address the audience to accept the Club Taree Community Team’s Heart of the Community Award. Standing alongside fellow Club Taree representatives President Geoff Watman, Brand and Communication Manager Paul Allan, Operations Manager Mal Neale, Lisa Ruprecht, Amanda Hodder and Casey Dowdle I was able to reiterate to those in the room how amazingly committed our Team really is.

To be recognised by our peers in this category is something truly special, particularly as unlike the other categories it recognises and celebrates the commitment of our team, rather than a particular project. All across

the state Clubs are supporting their local and regional communities through hundreds, if not thousands of qualitative projects, initiatives and partnerships.

The team’s further recognition as a finalist in the NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards for Corporate Volunteer Team of the Year is also an honourable achievement for all involved. These awards focus on the tremendous contribution that volunteers from all walks of life across our whole state make each and every day. May 2019 will mark the fifth birthday of the Club Taree Community Team, and to celebrate the Team are committed to making it their best year yet.

Club Taree is working with the Taree RSL Sub Branch to help them celebrate their 100th Anniversary. Club Taree has

always enjoyed a strong partnership with the Taree RSL Sub Branch. It is well known that in the formative days of the Taree RSL Club in Pulteney Street the direct support from the Taree RSL Sub Branch allowed the Club to prosper.

Club Taree has taken a solid step forward by upgrading our in house gaming software, Ebet, to allow for voluntary pre commitment by our members. The responsible conduct of gambling is something that we here at Club Taree take extremely seriously, and this latest step is the first of its kind in our local community. I would take this opportunity to remind any of our members, that if you feel that you have a problem with gambling please take the time to talk with our team, who can garner assistance and organise support through our partner, Betsafe.

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Everything is progressing well with the Tabatinga Project. This will be a significant investment for Club Taree into regional development, which will provide a unique community asset, while creating what we believe will be no fewer than 20 employment opportunities. There has been incredible interest in the project from our members, our community, and throughout the Club Industry who are admiring our commitment at income diversification through a project which doesn’t rely on gaming.

Tabatinga Taree will be unique, as most Tabatinga outlets are designed to fill an existing space, such as an unused auditorium, whereas Tabatinga Taree will be fitted out into a purpose built space offering us greater flexibility in design, increased operational cohesion and a perceived better experience for patrons.

While Tabatinga Taree will be a major project of ours in 2019, we will continue to focus on all areas of the

Club, including food, golf, member’s facilities, future plans as well as our maintenance and replacement program.

No doubt many of our members have seen, or witnessed the installation of solar onto the main roofing structure of the Clubhouse. This has been an initiative that Club Taree Management has been investigating for many years, however the right opportunity which presented substantial benefits for Club Taree and allowed us to progress in October with the installation.

We are once again pleased to be the presenting partner of the 2018 Club Taree Fireworks on the Foreshore. This is a partnership we enjoy completely as it is a fantastic opportunity for us as a Club to thank our community for their support over the last 12 months.

We are also delighted in 2019 to have been asked to host the Australia Day celebrations for Taree.

As 2018 comes to an end I take this

opportunity to thank the Board of Directors for their continued confidence and alignment, the management team for their continued dedication, support, unity and insight, and to the Team for their daily commitment to Club Taree with professionalism and passion.

To you, our members thank you for your continued patronage and support. To you and your families I wish you all the best for the Christmas and New Year season. May it be enjoyable, safe, and prosperous. We look forward to regularly welcoming you here at Club Taree in 2019.

As always my condolences to those members who have lost loved ones. Please take care of yourselves and each other.

Morgan Stewart, ACCM, AFAIM, CAHRI Cheif Executive Officer

Community Team News

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After 15 editions of CT Connect the most positive feedback we receive is always in regards to our commitment to the Community, and the activities of the Club Taree Community Team. With the intention of giving our members and guests a little more insight into the Club Taree Community Team, I am delighted to introduce this new permanent inclusion into the magazine.

We always try to include as much of our community interaction, projects and initiatives in the magazine as possible, but we sometimes miss the behind the scenes stories, which I will aim to provide in my quarterly report.

When I first came up with the idea and concept of the Club Taree Community Team I never imagined the impact that it would have on our people, our members and indeed our community. The success of the Team however is the complete achievement of our Team, the Staff, Management and Directors of Club Taree, who continue to use passion and teamwork to offer

genuine, authentic, humanistic and tangible support to the people of our local and regional communities.

As by now you would be aware the Club Taree Community Team achieved the ultimate honour recently of being named the winner of the ClubsNSW Clubs and Community Heart of the Community Award. It was once again great for our Club Taree representatives to hear the stories from other Clubs from throughout NSW. The support that Clubs and Club people offer their local communities is exceptional and it indeed humbling to be part of an industry that is so dedicated

to providing support to individuals, groups and communities. The official hashtag used by Clubs throughout the state to highlight their community work is #giveyourbest, giving ones best achieves amazing things.

Following the award it was refreshing to hear from so many Clubs from throughout NSW to congratulate the Team for their achievement. The work that we do locally is being talked about all across the state in what we call “club land”. We know that our concept has inspired many other regional and metropolitan Clubs to work up their own Community Team concepts and

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I often field phone calls from Clubs asking for advice on community.

In July we recognised Courtney Berry for her commitment to the Club Taree Community Team to recognise her reaching 500 volunteer hours and general awesomeness with the Team.

In September we were able to celebrate with key team members who contributed to the success of the le Tour de Taree with a day aboard Wild Oats X in Pittwater Harbour. Kye, Kristie Lea, Lisa, Kylie, Amanda, Robert, Mal, Bob and myself were lucky enough to have the most stunning day for sailing and were treated to the money can’t buy experience. Each of the Club Taree crew were given the opportunity to take sail of the yacht, and cheekily I announce that it was myself who took out the line honours achieving the fastest sail speed of 14.8 knots, after almost being beaten by Robert on an equally impressive speed of 14.6 knots. It is perhaps to date my greatest, and only sporting achievement. A huge thank you to Robert Oatley Wines and the crew of Wild Oats X for a sensational day, of which the team are still talking about.

In November Morgan and I again had the honour of representing the Club Taree Community Team at NSW Parliament House for the NSW Volunteer of the Year Corporate Volunteer Awards Ceremony. During

that ceremony we learnt not only of our nomination, but also of our finalist status. This finalist status recognises us in the top three Corporate Volunteer Teams throughout the entire state. Keep an eye on our social media, as the timing for the magazine print doesn’t allow for us to include the result in this edition.

In October we received notification that we had now become a Gold Supporter of RMHCNNSW. This is an achievement we are again extremely proud of.

In 2018 we continued our monthly trip to Ronald McDonald Family Retreat at Forster to provide a welcome bbq lunch for the families staying. We head out on the 2nd Tuesday of every month, and it is our favourite day of the month, when we get to interact with some of the families we are able to help through our relationship with RMHCNNSW. A huge thank you to the kitchen team who works behind the scenes to ensure that all the volunteers that head out on behalf of the Club Taree Community Team are able to provide a sensational experience for those in residence.

In 2019 the Club Taree Community Team turns five – can you believe it, and we have every intention of making it our most successful, most engaging and most awesome year to date. We have a few ideas up our sleeves, but will need your help to make them work. We will also be launching new Community

Team uniforms in 2019. We are also open to suggestions on ways to help the community – take a look further on in the magazine for an opportunity to ma offer suggestions or to let us know of gaps in our community where we may be able to help.

The Team is super excited for the upcoming 2019 Manning Valley Relay for Life. Team nominations are now open via searching online, and I would encourage you all to get a team together and make a positive difference by raising funds for the Cancer Council, while having a whole bucket load of fun.

As 2018 winds up it’s hard to reflect without missing something, leaving something out, or perhaps humbly not mentioning everything that we have managed to achieve.

Nothing the Team has achieved would be possible without the continuous enthusiastic commitment from our Team. What we have achieved is nothing short of sensational. To our members and supporters, thank you for your encouragement, and to our Team members, thank you for being awesome.

Paul Allan Brand & Communication Manager

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HEART OF THE COMMUNITYClub Taree Community Team

The Club Taree Community Team continues to capture the Heart of the Community through qualitative and genuine assistance, financial support and as an outlet for awareness and conversation. In October the Club Taree Community Team was awarded the Heart of the Community Award as part of the annual ClubsNSW Clubs and Community Awards. The Heart of the Community Award recognises individuals or groups who are the unsung heroes within the Club Industry and the broader community.

Every week people in Clubs all over NSW are evolving stories of community. At this year’s Clubs and Community Awards we heard stories of hardship and assistance, through to stories of inspiration and hope. The common thread however was that people connected to Clubs just want to make a difference in their communities.

In these awards, submissions are called stories because they are people focused. These awards no matter what the category highlight the commitment, ability, passion, dedication, and cooperation of people.

At the awards Club Taree was represented by our President Geoff Watman, CEO Morgan Stewart, Brand and Communication Manager Paul Allan, Operations Manager Mal Neale, as well as Lisa Ruprecht, Casey Dowdle and Amanda Hodder.

The Clubs and Community Awards recognise the outstanding contributions made by Clubs within their local communities. Over the years these awards have recognised thousands of stories from clubs across NSW which highlight the amazing relationships that clubs have with individuals and groups within their local communities. The awards are seen as an opportunity to share these stories of profound community involvement and altruism, as well as celebrate them.

Our ultimate goal is to harbour a sense of community spirit and social responsibility among our membership and wider community. Sharing our stories with our members and community has already helped create curiosity and interest. The Club Taree Community Team has already inspired a number of likeminded community focused Clubs to create Community Teams.

As highlighted by ClubsNSW Chairman, Peter Newell on the night the stories from clubs throughout NSW were as diverse as the needs of their individual communities.

Arts and CultureClub MenangleRemembering the Light Horse Clubs in CollaborationEastern Region ClubsEastern Region Clubs Address Domestic ViolenceDisability, Welfare & Social Inclusion Tradies A Place to Call Home EducationClub Liverpool Liverpool Hospital Nursing Scholarship ProgramEmergency ServicesBankstown Sports Collaboration for Saftey in Our Community and Tathra Beach Bowling Club Tathra BushfiresHealth & Wellbeing Cardiff RSL Cardiff Fitness Program and Sharks Leagues Club Sharks Make Bullying HistorySupport of Amateur Sport: Macksville Ex-Services Club Connecting the Nambucca Valley Through Sport Youth LeadershipBlacktown Workers Club GroupBuilding Lives That Matter

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Other Award Winners onthe night were:

NSW Volunteer Awards

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The Club Taree Community Team has been recognised as one of only three state-wide finalists in the NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards in the category of Corporate Volunteer Team of the Year Award. The announcement was made during a ceremony at NSW Parliament House on the 1st November attended by our CEO Morgan Stewart and our Brand and Communication Manager Paul Allan. The winner will be announced at the 2018 NSW Volunteer of the Year Award State Gala Ceremony on the 30th November. In recent years the NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards attract close to 110,000 nominations vying for 95 regional and state awards.

The NSW Volunteer of the Year Awards is an annual program launched in 2007 by The Centre of Volunteering to recognise the outstanding efforts of the 2 million plus volunteers in NSW, and promote the importance of volunteering to the community. The awards are a celebration of the amazing commitment and achievements volunteers make in our communities and is a chance for the community to come together and thank these volunteers.

The awards acknowledge the efforts of thousands of volunteers, volunteer managers, volunteer involving organisations and corporates in bringing about social change through volunteering.

The Club Taree Community Team was nominated for our commitment to making a positive difference within our local community. During the ceremony our consistent commitment to making positive and long term grass roots style impact was highlighted.

Finalist recognition as being one of the top three corporate volunteer teams across NSW is a true testament to the hard work and dedication of every member of our team who have joined the Club Taree Community Team. Congratulations on another job well done.

At the time of printing the final awards ceremony had not been held, we will keep you all up to date via our social media, in house audio visual displays and through the media.

Each year as you know by now Club Taree turns PINK to raise funds for the Cancer Councils Pink Ribbon Initiative.

We established a partnership with the Cancer Council six years ago and have joined with them over a number of fundraising events and projects over this time.

The Cancer Council is working towards a cancer free future – which is something we would all like to see. The Cancer Council operates under a mission of three main tasks, to undertake and fund cancer research, prevent and control cancer and provide information and support for people affected by cancer.

The Cancer Council continues to be the leading independent funder of cancer research in Australia thanks to donations like those made to the Club Taree turns PINK campaign during October.

Every day in Australia, around 50

women are told they have breast or a gynaecological cancer. Sadly, every day around 12 Australian women will die from a women’s cancer. The five year survival rate for breast cancer increased by 17% from 1982 to 2012, and the five year survival rate for women with a gynaecological cancer increased by 7% in the same period. This increase in survivors of breast and gynaecological cancers is thanks to advancements in research and prevention that you help fund by supporting Cancer Council’s Pink Ribbon.

Breast and gynaecological cancers unfortunately touch everyone’s life in one form or another, either directly or through the experience of family and friends. The money you raise will help Cancer Council fight cancer through prevention programs, support services and world-class cancer research.

Since 2012 the Cancer Council Pink Ribbon Initiative has raised $30.6

million.

This year the Club Taree turned PINK campaign raised a total of $12,461.10. This brings out total PINK funds raised over the last five years to $61,285.90 and our total funds raised for the Cancer Council to $77,656.90.

Again in 2018 we have to give a massive shout out to the Women’s Golf PINK Day whish raised a total of $8400. This was a hugely enjoyable day and we offer our congratulations to the committee and participants for a wonderful celebration of community.

The next fundraising initiative to support the Cancer Council here at Club Taree will be the 2019 Manning Valley Relay for Life. The Club Taree Community Team will once again be entering a team who will be fundraising in the early part of 2019.

Club Taree Turns PINK

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thank you for your support Together, we were able to raise $12,461.10

for the Cancer Council’s Pink Ribbon.

School Scholarships

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scholarships

Natalee Gillett – Manning ValleyAnglican CollegeNatalee Gillett has been a student at Manning Valle Anglican College since 2014. In her time at the college, Natalee has exhibited exemplary behaviour in line with the college’s code and values. She has dedicated herself to her studies, achieving sound results across a spectrum of subjects and she has participated in College events such as Chapel services, Foundation Day events and assisting her peers in a number of fund raising activities.

Additionally, Natalee has a quiet, yet approachable manner, which has left her endeared to both staff and students.

Her future pathway is to study Occupational Therapy at Charles Sturt University, Port Macquarie in 2019, which she has been committed to for some time and has worked hard to achieve this goal.

Annie Duffin - Taree Christian CollegeSince attending Taree Christian College, Annie Duffin has been a diligent and dedicated student when it comes to learning and the culture of the school. Not only does she apply herself fully to academic pursuits and tasks, she also encourages others to always try their best to improve in all areas of life.

Annie achieved Dux of Year 12, receiving first place in Advanced English, Extension 1 English and Legal Studies. Also, as part of her study load, Annie studied Modern History by Distance Education, in which she also came first place, demonstrating her outstanding ability to balance regular school commitments with the demands of non-face to face study.

At Taree Christian College, Annie has always upheld the values of the College, respecting staff, visitors and fellow students. She has served on the College leadership team as Prefect and been involved in many extracurricular activities whilst undertaking this duty. As Prefect, Annie led the portfolio of ‘Communications and Academics’ and was highly supportive of her fellow leaders in their own portfolios.

Annie’s strongest asset is her outstanding personal character where she displays humility, integrity and a high level of maturity. She is a fine young lady with high values and standards. Annie is planning to study at the University of Technology in Sydney in 2019.

Each year the Club Taree Tertiary Scholarship Program is awarded to one student in each of our local high schools to assist with the transition into tertiary studies. Students are chosen by their school community based on their alignment with the selection criteria set by Club Taree. This criteria includes upholding the school values, displaying a high level of school citizenship, maintaining a focused study schedule, having a personal commitment to individual and group goals, having a clear focus for the future and adhering to values outside the school community.

Each student is awarded $2000 across two years, congratulations to all of this year’s recipients, each of who have been noted by their respective schools as exceeding the selection criteria.

School Scholarships

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Teagan Phillips - Chatham High Teagan has demonstrated admirable personal qualities and has been a respected and valued member of the school community.

In academic subjects, Teagan has displayed exceptional ability. She has gained numerous awards for academic excellence across subject areas including Outstanding Achievement, Meritorious Endeavour, Semper Intrepidi and Year Adviser Awards recognising her effort and performance.

She has displayed exemplary leadership skills as a member of the SRC every year from Year 7 and in the role of School Captain for 2018. She has received 1st in the Year Awards from Years 7-11, a Principals

Award, Long Tan Leadership Award 2016, Student of the Term along with Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards for her commitment to school core values. Teagan was also awarded a Gold Card, which constitutes that she had an excellent attitude and record of behaviour and participation, demonstrating great loyalty to the school.

Teagan has been an enthusiastic participant in all extracurricular activities including Rotary Youth of the Year, Teenage Mental Health First Aid training, Peer Leader and Literacy Tutor for support of incoming Year 7 students, Sports House captain, Youth Frontiers Certificate for community projects and many school fundraising ventures. She has

represented the School at Halogen, local parliamentary meetings, Anzac Ceremonies, in Water Polo, Netball, Touch football, Zone Athletics, Zone Cross Country and Girls’ Soccer.

A pleasant and mature young lady who gets on well with other members of her cohort, Teagan has shown concern about welfare in the school community and has developed exemplary working relationships with her teachers. She has been a role model not only to her year but also younger students in the school. Teagan is a passionate, confident, approachable and courteous young lady who always has a smile on her face. She is a young adult with outstandingly high personal standards, ethics and integrity.

Daniel Cocksedge - Taree High Daniel has been a student of THS since Year 7. He has spent many years on the Student Representative Council and is a noted leader in student affairs including Year 12. He is a capable and articulate speaker. With a strong academic background, Daniel expects to commence University in 2019 in Policing and Justice.

He has risen to the role of Sports Captain and has fulfilled his responsibilities with great enthusiasm and a sense of fun. Fundraising seems to come naturally to him.

There has been a constant interest and participation at high levels of competition in Rugby league and he has been a committed team member both in school and in community sports.

Perhaps Daniel’s greatest strength is his ability to act as a moral compass. He is diligent and hardworking and sets a wonderful example to others. His good natured correction of inappropriate peer behaviour is a great support to teaching staff and the tone of the school.

Jennifer Wesley - St Clare’sJennifer has been a student at St Clare’s High School for the past six years. During this time, Jennifer has shown herself to be determined, well-organised, and self-disciplined. She has been a wonderful role model for all and was formally recognised for this through her selection as School Vice Captain for 2018.

Her academic achievements include being the recipient of the Academic Excellence award for Year 7, Year 8, Year 9, and Year 10. In addition she was placed first in Year 11 Chemistry, Studies of Religion, Personal Development and Physical Education and second in Advanced English and Extension English. In Year 12 she achieved first place in English Extension 1, Studies of Religion, Chemistry, and Personal Development, Health and Physical Education.

Jennifer has initiated, participated in, and supported functions and her involvement has included marching in local ANZAC Day marches, representing the school in the Australian School’s Mathematics Competition, the University of Newcastle Science and Engineering Challenge, the International Women’s Day function, Debating, Cricket and Hockey. She has been a member of the Student Representative Council

for Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 12 and an invaluable participant in the St Vincent de Paul School Conference.

In addition Jennifer has participated in the school’s Inter-school Exchange Program, the Catholic Care Community Kitchen and during Year 12, she participated in the school’s Social Justice Immersion trip to Sydney where she worked with agencies such as the Salvation Army and those run by St Vincent de Paul.

Through her role as school leader she has been given the honour of speaking at the local Australia Day Ceremony and being the flag bearer in ANZAC Day celebrations. She has made an extremely generous and positive contribution to the community and is a fine role model for all.

Academically, Jennifer is a tenacious and conscientious student. She is prepared to give her utmost to achieve her goals. Jennifer’s application towards her study is of an exceptionally high standard in all of her subjects.

Jennifer demonstrates pride in her appearance and is always well presented. She has a friendly, cheerful personality and a delightful sense of humour. Jennifer is courteous and polite to adults and peers who admire her for her ability to ‘get things done’ with a minimum of fuss.

NYE Fireworks artwork

on the ForeshoreFireworks

Monday 31st December events from 5pm | fireworks at 9pm on the banks of the Manning River

Tastefest Club Taree returns in 2019 as a major sponsor of Tastefest on the Manning for the third year in a row. We are proud to contribute to enable this fabulous community event to take place. Club Taree will once again in 2019 be the presenting sponsor of the Food category of the event. Come on down on the 12th January and say G’Day.

TasteFest on the Manning the popular food, wine and beer event held in January is on again in 2018.The event will be held on Saturday the 12th January in Queen Elizabeth Park starting at 10am. The inaugural event in January was a huge success with over 7500 thousand people attending during the day. All vendors who attended the event were delighted with the response and all of the popular vendors have applied for 2018 including Club Taree.

There is some new entertainment lined up for the day, particularly the evening session. The event this year runs until 9.00pm to allow for the family to enjoy the music and food.

Don’t forget to plan for a pleasant evening visit by the Manning River. Have a refreshing pre-dinner drink and then enjoy a choice of local and international meals.

The event organisers, the Lions Club of Taree, also re-mind visitors the event is also a major fundraiser for the club. Funds raised are distributed to charities.

See you all there.

Proudly sponsored by

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Club Taree is honoured to be hosting the communities Australia Day Activities along with MidCoast Council. Australia Day, our national day, is a day for all Australians, no matter where you come from or what your story is, to celebrate how truly lucky we are to call this great country home.

This year Club Taree is joining forces with MidCoast Council to host our local Australia Day ceremony.With the assistance of our local service groups – Taree Lions Club, Manning River Lions, Taree on Manning Rotary, Taree Rotary, Quota and Taree North Rotary – the 2019 Australia Day celebration at Club Taree is sure to be a memorable event for the whole community.

For some community members, it will be one of the biggest days of their lives as they make their citizenship pledge, and officially become Australians.

One of the most integral parts of Australia Day is recognising different members and groups within our

community who go above and beyond to assist, improve and support other people and projects and make our region a better place to live.

The MidCoast Council Australia Day awards are always a highlight of our local celebrations. Nominations for the 2019 awards close on 4 January and can be made by downloading the form at: https://www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au/Community/Australia-Day-2019.

There are four categories: Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Community Activity of the Year and the Ken McDonald Memorial Sports Star of the Year – which is awarded in conjunction with the Manning River Times.

If you know a person or group that deserves to be recognised officially for their efforts, now is the time to nominate them. Australia Day is about acknowledging and celebrating the contribution that every Australian makes to our contemporary and dynamic nation.

Join us for a wonderful morning in the auditorium with a free BBQ breakfast from 7:30am with entertainment, official ceremony from 9am followed by morning tea.

Saturday 26th January 2019

Australia Dayprogram:7.30am Free BBQ breakfast provided by service clubs

9am Introduction from MCOfficial party introduced & walk to reserved seats off stage DidgeridooWelcome to CountryFlag Placement (Australia & Aboriginal): Mayor & Aboriginal ElderWelcome: Mayor / Councillor representative State / Federal Member addressYoung Speakers Address: Chatham High School CaptainsCitizenship CeremonyPublic Affirmation CeremonyNational AnthemAustralia Day Ambassador addressAustralia Day awardsMorning tea – tea, coffee, juice & lamingtons

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The Returned Service League of Australia NSW Branch was formed in 1917 and currently has 40,780 members in 351 Sub Branches throughout NSW.

The Taree RSL Sub Branch was chartered on Wednesday 18th December 2018. The first meeting to establish a Sub Branch in Taree was held on 14thJune 1918 in the School of Arts building situated on the corners of Victoria and Manning Streets in Taree. 36 servicemen and women from the Manning Valley lost their lives during World War One.

The mission of the RSL is to respect, support and remember our veterans and their families. The badge worn by all members of the Returned & Services League of Australia is a symbol of readiness at all times to render service to Queen and country and to former comrades. It is a time-honoured emblem - one that has been worn with a deep sense of pride by the most revered in our land and one that glorifies the coats of all privileged to wear it

The RSL is one of Australia’s oldest and most respected national organisations.In June 1916, a conference of state-based returned soldiers associations recommended the formation of The Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League of Australia (RSSILA). The RSSILA was founded by returning soldiers from the First World War with the aim of continuing to provide the camaraderie, concern, and mateship shown among Australian troops while they were at war. Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria were the founding states, with New South Wales admitted to the League the following year, and Western Australia in 1918. In 1927, the Australian Capital Territory formed a branch and was admitted.

RSL Clubs in their various forms share a common history, a common purpose and a common place in the hearts and minds of Australians. Clubs were created in communities across Australia to provide a venue for current and ex-serve personnel and their families to enjoy a safe and comfortable place to gather, to enjoy

each other’s company, and to share a meal and socialise.

As well, RSL Clubs serve as a place of remembrance for the contribution and sacrifice of all Australia Defence personnel. RSL Clubs opened their doors, and their social memberships, to the broader Australia community to enable them to share in these benefits and contribute towards the goal of better facilities and services for veterans.

Through this expanded patronage, RSL and Services Clubs have been able to significantly improve and expand their facilities and services over the years for the benefit of the whole community. These clubs continue to have, as their primary focus, the welfare and support of veterans of Australian and Allied Service personnel and their families, as well as commemorating the efforts of all who have served our nation in uniform.

We remember and recognise the tireless work of generations of men and women who have lobbied for and cared for veterans and their families

The price of eternity is Eternal Vigilance. On December 18th 2018 the Taree RSL Sub Branch will celebrate their 100th Anniversary. One of the first NSW Sub Branches to be chartered, the Taree RSL Sub Branch has a strong and rich history of mateship, comradery, welfare, respect, reflection, commemoration and remembrance.

For 100 years the spirit of mateship has driven the RSL. When you talk with anyone who has served, mateship is about the men and women who stand by you in the good times and when the going gets tough.

Taree RSL Sub Branch 100th Anniversary

throughout the Manning Valley.The following information in regards to the Taree RSL Sub Branch was prepared by Frank, J. Martin, Sub Branch Committee Member.

The first President of the Taree RSL Sub Branch was Mr. F.G. Hole who held this position between 1918 and 1919.

A year later the treasurer stated that there was 52 pounds 15 shillings and 6 pence in the kitty and the first RSL Ball had netted funds to the value of 35 pounds, 2 shillings and 11 pence.

The first suggested site for the clubrooms was Whitford’s property on the corner of Pulteney and Albert Streets.

The Taree RSL Club was formed as a separate identity to the Sub Branch in March of 1947, membership of non-ex-servicemen was limited to 25% of the total membership at this time. Meetings and functions were held in the Belmore Hall on Pulteney Street with a temporary club building in the form of an ex-army “igloo” opened on Mr J.

Hobsons land in 1950 on Victoria Street. In 1950 the RSL acquired a 500 pound loan from the Sub Branch accepting the terms which applied thereto. The new RSL Club in Pulteney Street was built on Sub Branch land in 1953 and occupied the top floor of the brick building noting that the ground floor was leased to a Doctors Surgery, namely Messer’s Hunter, Liggins and Bow.

The local radio station 2RE also operated out of the ground floor behind the doctor’s surgery until 1960 when the flood damaged the building and the radio’s electronic equipment.

In March 1955 the RSL thanked the Sub Branch for its generosity and help during its formative ears, noting that on more than one occasion the Sub Branch had provided interest free loans and other services to assist the club in its endeavours.

On the 24th September 1956 a motion was passed that all 1914 – 1918 First World War veterans who were financial

members of the Taree Sub Branch would be made life members of the RSL Club.

On the 10th June 1976 a motion was adopted requesting that the Taree RSL Sub Branch committee meet with the RSL Club Directors at a special combined meeting for the sole purpose of discussing the purchase of the premises occupied by the Taree RSL Club.

On the 22nd October 1977 the Clubs Chairman welcomed the Taree Sub Branch President and his committee to a combined meeting to progress the exchange of ownership (at the cost of $1,000,000) at the Pulteney Street memorial building from the Taree Sub Branch to the Taree RSL Club.

For a hundred years the Returned and Services League (RSL) has ensured that adequate care, advocacy and financial assistance is provided to past and present members of the Australian Defence Force, and remains as relevant today as it was in 1916.

The BadgeThe badge is a symbol of a readiness at all times to render service to Crown and country, and to former comrades. It is a time-honoured emblem - one that has been worn with a deep sense of pride by the most revered in our land and one that glorifies all privileged to wear it.

Neither wealth, nor influence, nor social standing can purchase the badge, which may be worn in honour only by those who have rendered service in the armed forces of the Crown or its allies.The wattle is symbolic of Australia. The leek, rose, thistle and shamrock are

symbolic of and represent the link with Wales, England, Scotland and Ireland respectively.

In the badge the red represents the blood tie of war that exists between comrades. White stands for the purity of motives in joining the League - to render service without thought of personal gain or ambition. The blue indicates a willingness to render that service to a comrade anywhere under the blue sky - wherever he or she may be.

Depicted in the center of the badge, and encircled by the name of the organisation, are a sailor, soldier, airmen and servicewoman marching together with their arms linked in friendship. This is to show that within the circle of the League, all Services and all ranks march together in unity and comradeship.

We would ask that you look upon your badge as an inspiration to good citizenship, cherishing it as a symbol of all that is best in our national life and living up to the high ideals on which the organisation is based.

The badge has evolved as the League

has evolved.

1915 to 1919, badges were state based Returned Soldiers Associations, in 1916 a national Returned Soldiers Association badge appeared and gradually replaced the state badges.

By 1919 the Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League badge had evolved, after a reduction in size in 1922 it remained in use until 1941.

From 1941 until 1966 the Returned Sailors Soldiers and Airmans Imperial League badge was used until a change of name in 1966 when the Returned Services League badge was introduced; with a change of crown in 1971, the badge remained in use until 1990.

In 1990, the present Returned & Services League badge was introduced.

The Women’s Auxiliary badge has remained structurally unchanged since its inception in 1922, reflecting only the change of initials of the League.

The changes to name and badge since 1916 reflect the nature of the League and its ability to adapt to reflect stabilised changes about it.

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What was your training schedule leading into the event?With a weighted backpack, 3 litres of water, wearing my hiking boots & using trekking poles I hiked up and down North Brother near Laurieton. The terrain was hilly and in places kind of steep.I also had my brothers involved and we hiked, finding a few new areas not too far away. We did river crossings, rock hopping and hiked through dense bushland.To prepare and continue with different techniques I went to a gym and did a lot of leg work along with weights to build strength in my legs and arms, chest and shoulders.

What was your personal expectations of Kokoda?I thought it would be muddy, wet and uncomfortably hot. I expected it to be very difficult, having spoken to a few people who I knew had done the Kokoda Trek but not the Youth Leadership Challenge. With the Trek you were able to hire a carrier but not with the Challenge. We carried our own packs weighing approximately 14-16 kilos. Admittedly our tents and food items were taken to the difference camping areas but it was still a challenge.

In the lead up to the event what did you believe could be the greatest challenges you would need to

overcome? Did these challenges present themselves, and how did you overcome them?I thought that it would be lack of sleep and exhaustion from the heat. I also didn’t expect how emotional the Trek would be for me.

Our Trek 2, Group 2 were all young and like minded so we had all physically prepared ourselves. I knew that it would be hot so took advantage of the fresh water creeks that were near our campsites - although incredibly cold they were a refreshing and welcome relief.Even though I had read and watched videos and as I haven’t any close relatives who could relate their life stories about any wars, I wasn’t prepared for the emotions I felt at all the prominent memorials along the Trek.Reflection and imagining this Trek as it would have been during the Kokoda Campaign, wet, muddy, heavy rains and pools of blood filling the soil, I realised that nothing could prepare anyone for what lay ahead of the soldiers - they walked into the unknown, the unwelcome, the frightening reality of war. When I sat in front of a headstone of a “Boy” who was younger than I am now, it really hit me hard!

Tell us a little about your Trek group, how did you get along, how did you

overcome challenges together?Trek 2 Group 2 were a great bunch of people. Aged from 17 to 25 fit and physically prepared. There were 14 of us - 8 guys and 6 girls with 1 senior leader Reg Yates and 2nd in charge Fiona Foster.We all got to know each other vaguely through a Facebook group prior to the Trek, but face to face was so much better. If we lived closer I am sure we could have achieved this prior to the Trek. Maybe future Trek Groups could organise a get together with each other. It would make the meet at the airport a lot less confronting.Along the Trek if someone was struggling with the weight of their packs or just finding things difficult we supported each other, taking things from their packs to lighten the load and we encouraged each other, as did the guides and our leaders. We sang, laughed, cried and listened. We learnt a lot about each other and ourselves.

No doubt the Trek gave you opportunities to learn, tell us a little about what you learned.Mateship:• The Kokoda Campaign built many friendships. Soldiers relied on each other for support physically and mentally.• It wasn’t only the soldiers who had mateship. Soldiers grew very fond of

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Patrick Moses

Patrick Moses recently undertook the experience of a lifetime, having been selected as the recipient of the 2018 Club Taree Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge Scholarship. Patrick was chosen for his energetic and enthusiastic demeanour, his commitment to community, and his drive and passion to immerse himself in this amazing opportunity. Here we catch up with Patrick on his return.

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the Papuans who assisted in many ways. They helped to give the soldiers the will to keep going, to push through the pain, the dense bushland and their emotions too. • Mateship means equality, loyalty and friendship.

Endurance:• To not give up.• Fitness, strength, stamina and perserverance were all needed during and after the Kokoda Campaign.• Ability to withstand hardship and adversity in incredibly trying conditions during the Kokoda Campaign.• Endurance to do your best, not to give up or give in during hard times. This was true then and now.

Courage:• Boldness, to be brave in battle• To be brave when facing the unknown.• To push through the fear, the noise, the terrain, the conditions, the weather, the danger.

Sacrifice:• Something you give up - soldiers gave up the comforts of home to fight for their countries, for future generations freedom.• Means to lose something you hold dear. In the case of the Kokoda Campaign, soldiers lost their mates and families lost their loved ones.• To do without - to be without fresh food, water, warmth, clean clothes and love from family.

Leadership:• That I am able to lead and be led, depending on who is stronger on the day.• You don’t have to be a leader to lead.• It takes a good leader to delegate.• Leadership is about initiative.•Leadership is about showing compassion.• Leadership is about give and take.• Leadership isn’t a right of passage, it is earnt, you must be worthy of it.

How were your interactions with the people of Papua New Guinea? Any Highlights?The Papuan people struggle in many ways. They don’t have healthcare, schooling/education or wealth that we experience in Australia, but the Papuan people are happier that the everyday Australian even though they have little in comparison.Papua New Guinea is proud of it’s cultural diversity. There are many little villages along the Trek and they all have their own form of language as well as

understanding and speaking English.Papuan’s are genuine and are a giving people, who welcome visitors to their country. They are happy to share their piece of paradise.

Many people describe Kokoda as “life changing”, in what respects do you think this is so for yourself? I am stronger that I thought physically and mentally.I learnt that I can express my sorrow, I am able to express my feelings easier.My fellow trekkers, guides and porters all encouraged each other. We all led at some point and were followed and we all listened to one another. We heard what each other had to say.

Any messages for people thinking of applying in 2019?Do it!! I have new mates. My knowledge of our history during the Kokoda Campaign is stronger and I understand more about what the soldiers did for me, for our Nation, for our future.I surprisingly learnt a lot about myself.I understand the true meaning of mateship, endurance, courage and sacrifice.Trekking Kokoda has been a life-changing experience for me. I have come back mentally and physically stronger. You need to prepare, don’t kid yourself - it won’t be easy but if I had the chance I would do it again and I really recommend it.Thank you to Club Taree, the RSL Sub Branch, Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge Group, family and friends for your support. Next step for me is joining the Australian Navy in January 2019.

Club GrantsEach year Club Taree commits to helping our local and regional communities through the ClubGRANTS initiative. Club Taree makes significant contributions to our local community by supporting organisations, associations, projects, initiatives along with in kind donations which enable these groups to continue to benefit our community through their great work.

This year Club Taree made donations to the value of $146, 086.52. The Club Grants Year runs from the 1st September through until the 31st August each year.

Donations and funds raised by the Club Taree Community Team are not included in this total.

Some of the beneficiaries in 2017/18 include:

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• Can Assist Manning Valley• Hunter Region SLSA Helicopter Rescue• Australian Children’s Music Foundation• Redkite• Cancer Council• White Ribbon• Ronald McDonald House Charities Northern NSW• Ronald McDonald Family Retreat Forster• Kokoda Youth Leadership Challenge• St Vincent de Paul Society• Rural Aid Australia• Camp Quality • Taree Touch Association• Great Lakes/ Manning Valley Veterans Golf

• Valley Industries• Recipients of the Club Taree Tertiary Scholarships• Mid Coast Council• Club Taree Snooker and Billiards• Club Taree Community Concert Band• RSL & Services Club Association• Taree Panthers Junior Rugby League Club• Cuddlepie Wingham• PGA• Myall Lakes Senior Citizens Concert• Manning Valley Hockey Association Women’s Masters• Taree and District Netball• Be Smart Safely• ETC• Great Lakes Zone CMAA• Life Line

• Lions Club of Taree• LNDGA• Club Taree Mahjong Club• Manning Cricket Association• Manning Support Services• Old Holden’s Club• Prostate Support Group• Quota Club of Taree• Rotary Club of Taree• Stepping On Program• Taree Historic Motor Club• Tastefest• The Camellia Show – Taree Garden Club• Trail Riders Club• U3A• Wingham Pony Club

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home of the $10 lunch special

available 7 days a week and Monday & Tuesday nights

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seafood raffle Friday 21st December

Drawn from 7pm $3,000 worth of seafood

trays to be won!

Wednesday 5th, 12th & 19th December Drawn from 7pm

100 hams to be won! Ham Raffles held in conjunction with the Christmas Cash Members Promotion.

Christmas Cash is authorised under NSW Permit LTPS/18/27985

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We all know how much you love the chance to win CASH. That’s why we are starting the year off with another Members only promotion which will see one lucky member collect $15,000.Start collecting your entries from Wednesday 2nd January 2019 through until Wednesday 17th April 2019. Entry remains the same, for every $10 you spend at Club Taree on eligible products and services you will earn an entry in the $15,000 Cash Bonanza.

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We have noted here some of the key terms and conditions. Full terms and conditions are available at Club Taree reception or online at www.clubtaree.com.au Please familiarise yourself with ALL terms and conditions.

This is a FULL FINANCIAL MEMBERS ONLY PROMOTION. The member must be financial at the time of the draw and must be present in Club Taree with their current membership card to claim the prize. Entry into the promotion is based on a minimal spend.• The minimum spend amount is $10• Each sale of $10 will account for one entry into the Club Taree 15k Cash Bonanza.• Value of spend will accrue in multiple of $10. One valid entry will be issued for each $10 spend during the promotion period. Spend is accrued. I.e. if $5 is spent in an original transaction and then $6 is spent in the next transaction then one valid entry will be issued and the remaining $1 will accrue to the next multiple of $10.• Entry tickets will be issued automatically by the point of sale system and handed to the member for them to place in the centrally located promotion barrel. • Tickets will be issued at POS until 6.30pm on the 17th April 2019.• Entry redemptions are of no value after 6.55pm on the 17th April 2019 and will be null and void. Entries will not be accepted after 6.55pm under any circumstance; including the fault of Club Taree or employees. Clock times will be as per the Manager on Duty’s timepiece.• Staff are ineligible to enter the promotion.• Directors are ineligible to enter the promotion.• The immediate family of Directors, Management and Staff are ineligible to enter the promotion. Immediate family is defined in this promotion as spouses, de facto (or those deemed to be de facto), children (including step children), grandchildren, brothers, sisters, grandparents and parents (inc. in law).• Any winner accepts public announcement and use of their winnings and/ or image in marketing material from either Club Taree (Taree RSL & Golf Club Ltd). • Club Taree will run predetermined and pre advertised additional bonus entry offers available to all members through certain purchases on food, beverage purchases or on membership renewal. It will be the member’s choice if they wish to take advantage of these offers. An example of such a promotion may be; o Double Up Monday o Triple Up Tuesday. • Sales on behalf of third parties, such as tickets to charity events will not be eligible for entries.• The purchase of gift vouchers is also excluded from receiving entry tickets, as the gift voucher is a transfer of value (cash to voucher), not a recorded sale. • Membership cards can only be used in line with Membership requirements. Individuals cannot use another person’s membership card under any circumstance.

THE PRIZE:There is only one winner, and one prize. The Prize consists of a (one) prize of $15,000. The prize is not transferrable. The prize is not transferable to a third party.

THE DRAW:• The Draw will take place during activities on the 17th April 2019. It is foreseen that this draw will take place by 8.30pm. The draw will be advertised as occurring from 7pm.• There is only one winner who will be drawn from a barrel.• The member must be financial, and present themselves with their current membership card within 4 minutes of the draw to qualify for the instant win.• There will be subsequent draws until a valid member (present with card within 4 minutes) is found.• The winner MUST show their current financial membership card to claim the prize, if not they forfeit their right to the prize. • There are no further supplementary prizes. • Membership cards cannot be reprinted under any circumstance on draw nights. • The winning prize consists $15,000 cash. Payable by cheque or direct deposit within two weeks of the draw date.

Full Terms and Conditions are available online at www.clubtaree.com.au or at Club Taree Reception. Permit pending.

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functions with LisaWOW………how this year has flown. It only seems like yesterday that I was writing about the year to be and here I am, in the middle of the crazy season again, with another year close to ending!

To those people who have been disappointed when now trying to confirm a venue for their Christmas function, only to be told that their preferred date and venue have been booked – I am sorry. And I do hate to harp on the subject however booking early is essential - it isn’t called the crazy season for nothing! I do hope though that next year we are able to accommodate both you and your guests during this festive season (and all year round for all your function needs).

What an amazing year 2018 has been for me both personally and in ”Club life”. Looking back over the year, the number one highlight in my ”Club life” would have to be attending the NSW Clubs and Community Awards in Sydney where we took out 1st place in the Heart of the Community. It was an honour to represent Club Taree at these awards and so exciting that we won. The Club Taree Community Team has worked hard lending a helping hand within our community and it was great that we have been recognised for this contribution. It was fun being

able to get dolled up for the night in beautiful attire and everyone had a wonderful night. We aren’t often given the opportunity to put on a fancy outfit and let our hair down for a night and all that attended looked amazing. It was especially nice to be waited on for something different given that it is usually us doing the waiting.

The highlight for me that came in a close second was the opportunity to sail out of Pittwater on Wild Oats - yes, the boat - with other members of our staff, chosen due to our contribution to le Tour de Taree. I have never sailed in my life and it really was super dooper amazing! The weather was perfect, the water glistened, the company was rather acceptable as well – overall what a beautiful day it was. We travelled to Pittwater by car, leaving Taree in the early hours of the morning, sailed the ocean blue while the sun was rising high in the sky, enjoyed a scrumptious lunch at the Royal Yacht Club, visited Home and Away (sadly didn’t see any filming) and then headed home. It was a long but fantastic day and I am so thankful to have be given the experience.

And now that these various life experiences are finished for the year, it is time to get back into the business of functions and the festive season that is still to come. Thank you again to all those who have chosen to spend their

festive activities with us here at Club Taree. It really does make it feel like an extended Christmas for us and we love spending this time with you all. I hope you have enjoyed or do enjoy your festive function as much as we have enjoyed having you here and sharing it with you all.

Looking forward to the New Year, I have already had many enquiries regarding function bookings and the calendar is quickly starting to fill with the Terrace currently our most popular venue. I personally think this is mainly due to the relaxed feel of the area combined with the flexibility in menus and its great size. The Auditorium is perfect for Weddings and more formal functions while the Secret Garden is unique and that bit different. Our Chefs Table gives the opportunity to enjoy an intimate dinner with a few close family and friends or to use as a small meeting room seating a maximum of 18 guests. Whatever you are planning for 2019, give me a ring and we can arrange a venue perfect for your function needs. To those who are travelling, please travel safely and to all - I hope you have a wonderful Christmas full of fun, happiness and the making of many glorious memories sharing time with all your love ones.

I hope to see you all soon at Club Taree.

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A plant with a longer root system generally doesn’t require as much water to get through a day therefore we put a large emphasis on cultural practises leading up to summer to maximise water efficiencies.

The deep lawn root system has been trained, but the health of the lawn must also be maintained to achieve a true heat proof lawn.

Soil water efficiency should be improved with applications of Wetting Agents.Regular lawn fertilising strengthens the cells structure of the lawn, provides nutrients necessary for its food supply, and most importantly encourages root growth.

Regular lawn mowing will encourage the lawn to grow more green leaf instead of using its energy to spread. The extra green leaf will thicken the lawn, which in turn will further insulate the soil from water evaporation.

In regards to mowing your lawns it comes down to the length of the

plant and how much stress you want to put on the plant

All lawns require direct sunlight to survive, the more sunlight they receive - the healthier lawns become, and the same is true in reverse. The less sunlight a lawn receives - the less healthy it becomes.When mowing grass in shaded areas, we must increase lawn mowing heights accordingly. A little shade - mow a little higher. A lot of shade - mow a lot higher.Longer green leaf on grass in the shade allows the lawn to increase its photosynthesis under reduced light conditions. Whereas if we kept the lawn at a reduced height in shade, the short leaf would be unable to produce enough photosynthesis to keep the lawn healthy, or even alive in many cases.

I hope some of these tips help for the upcoming warm summer season ahead and everyone has a great end to 2018 and even better 2019.

on the course with Mark Spraggs

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As we get into the warmer months we start to focus a lot more on the health of the plant, the water quantities to not just keep moisture in the plant but also improve the length of the plant root system.

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The Stack Family and Stacks Finance have been providing market-leading investment and borrowing opportunities to the broader Australian community for over 50 years. We are a specialist mortgage manager engaged in the management and operation of our Pooled Unit Trust. We are very privileged to be currently supported by over 1,100 investors, for whom we manage approximately

$240 million. Stacks Finance holds mortgages throughout Australia, with a predominance of Eastern Seaboard properties. We have offices in Sydney, Tweed Heads and Taree, with Taree being our primary management centre including 13 local staff. New investors to our family are always welcome.

Paul and Ray Stack warmly welcome the opportunity presented by Club Taree to be naming sponsor of the

2018 Stacks Finance Taree Legends Pro-am.

We take this opportunity to wish all prospective participants in this year’s pro-am event the very best of good fortune, success and happy golfing

A long term supporter of Club Taree Golf and proud Gold Sponsor for the 2018 Stacks Finance Taree Legends Pro Am.

HydraHose Hoses & Fittings provides hydraulic hose assemblies made while you wait. The team offer a 24 hour, 7 days a week mobile service so you can get the hose equipment you depend on fixed fast and without fuss.

All hydraulic supply and repair services

are available. They work on and provide control systems, pumps, motors and cylinders. RAM repairs are also available and we work with reliable equipment to achieve quality results.

Pneumatic supply services and equipment repairs are also offered by our Taree hose fitting professionals. They also have a large range of brass and air fittings at our location.

HydraHose Hose and Fittings are made

in the Manning Valley using durable and reliable materials.

Benefit from extensive industry experience and great value for money with HydraHose Hoses & Fittings. To find out more or request a quote, don’t hesitate to contact them.

ContactP: 6552 2085. E: sales@hydrahose.com.au W: www.hydrahose.com.au

Being a local business on the Mid North Coast is a privilege that comes with rewards beyond successfully delivering exceptional service.

The best part about being in business is supporting the community around you, building relationships with people and being able to give back.

Mid Coast Gaming supports local people, events and sporting clubs all over this slice of paradise we are

fortunate enough to call home. We love following through on our support and sponsorships by attending events or talking with the people we are helping and seeing them succeed on many levels – whether it’s a sporting team able to buy equipment to develop the skills of young players or a community group delivering meaningful services to those in need.

Mid Coast Gaming has been in business since 1985 and has partnered

with Club Taree for more than 20 years. We service many facets of the club’s operations including electronic systems, providing technical support and consultancy on planning and design, as well as providing coffee equipment and delicious Hennessy Coffee.

We are grateful for the opportunity to, once again, support the Stacks Finance Taree Legends Pro-Am.

2018 Stacks Finance Legends Pro AmThe 2018 Stacks Finance Taree Legends Pro Am was held at Club Taree on Tuesday 27th November 2018. It was by all accounts a great day of golf, friendship and fun. The event was won by Professionals Michael Harwood and Chris Hollingsworth with a score of three under par 67. Here at Club Taree we are committed to providing quality products and services, and we are very proud of our golfing facilities. The 2018 Stacks Finance Taree Legends Pro Am was the perfect opportunity to showcase them to Professionals, visitors and our Members. We were proud to partner once again with Stacks Finance, Nundoobah Retreat and all our other Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsors to present an event which builds the profile of golf locally and regionally, engages our community and forwards our member and guests a rare opportunity to play alongside noted industry Professionals. Thank you to everyone who sponsored, played, attended, watched and supported this event, which is now the pinnacle event on our annual golfing calendar. See you all again in 2019.

Stacks Finance - Naming sponsor

HydraHose - Gold Level Sponsor

Mid Coast Gaming - Gold Level Sponsor

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KWB Repairs Pty Ltd was set up as the Maintenance division for Bourke’s Transport Industries in 2000, and keeps the constantly running fleet of 24 paper trucks in peak condition. All maintenance is carried out to National Heavy Vehicle Regulations.

All Bourkes Transport vehicles are serviced every week or 9000klm whichever comes first, as these are front line vehicles transporting time sensitive freight, mainly newspapers. It is extremely important that first

class oils, parts, etc are used to ensure dependability and that an on time delivery service is provided.

KWB have 2 qualified and experienced mechanics, and the Workshop Manager is Luke Phillips. Luke has been the company for over 20 years and has vast industry experience. Utilising that experience, KWB branched out to cater for external work in the workshop, which now has a good mix of customers who utilise that service from small services to major overhaul

of components. KWB offer a quick turn around and cost effective billing to a mix of industries, including all brands of trucks and trailers, including motor homes and caravans.

Workshop hours are 8:00am to 4:00 pm Monday to Friday. Bookings are essential. Licence number MVRL36551.

Located at 16 Grey Gum Road, Taree, in the rear bay. Contact Luke Phillips to arrange your next appointment

For the past 30 years manufacturing jeweller Chris Mylonas has been creating unique and one of the kind pieces for clients all over the Manning and Australia wide.

Classic Design Jewellers opened its doors on the 2nd of July 2004.

A small boutique store creating an atmosphere where the customer can take a seat in the lounge area and feel at home while with the help of Chris , design and create a piece of precious jewellery that will last a lifetime.

In July 2012 the store moved to 1/91 Manning St Taree located between Taree’s two shopping centre hubs making visiting Classic Design Jewellers more convenient for our clients.

Also in 2014 Chris took on his son as his apprentice and Nik finished his apprenticeship in January 2018 and now divides his time between working in store and also a jewellery store in Newcastle.

In October 2018 Classic Design

Jewellers moved to its current location, 21 Manning St Taree, which by coincidence is the same premises where Chris worked for many year after completing this apprenticeship.

For any Christmas ideas call in and see Chris, Deidre or Nik and they can help you pick the perfect give for someone special.

Now in our new store at 21 Manning St Taree, next to Best & Less

Taree Auto Electrics is the longest established Auto Electrical business in Taree, having originally opened more than 60 years ago.

Now owned by Trevor and Odele Brown for the past 9 years, Taree Auto Electrics is operated by Trevor Brown, a very experienced Auto Electrician with more than 30 years in the trade.

Taree Auto Electrics provides a wide range of Auto Electrical services to both the public and automotive trade at

a high standard. The business employs a number of local people and can cater for the needs of various types of vehicles, from cars, caravan and boats to trucks, tractors and earthmoving equipment.

With a number of fully qualified staff on-site, you can be confident that you will be dealing with a qualified professional. In an ever-evolving industry, and with technology constantly changing, it is important to get the right advice.

Our services include, all auto electrical repairs (including mobile service), automotive air conditioning and all mechanical repairs including rego checks

Get in touch:A: 1A Grey Gum Road,Taree NSW 2430P: 02 6552 1716W: www.tareeautelectrics.com.auE:trevorbrown@tareeautoelectrics.com.auM: 0467 521 716

Classic Design Jewellers - Gold Level Sponsor

KWB Repairs - Gold Level Sponsor

Taree Auto Electrics - Gold Level Sponsor

Platinum Sponsor:Nundoobah Retreat

Gold Sponsors:Wingham Beef ExportsIGTGreat Northern Brewing Company

Silver Sponsors:JR RichardsMAX 1073R & L Refrigeration

McGrath MeatsGlobe AustraliaSaxbys Soft Drinks

Bronze Sponsors:Margaret’s UnderfashionsAll About ConveyancingTinonee Bus CompanyStewart FamilyRob & Ann MooreGeoff & Judy FullerRod & Jill IllidgeTaree Produce

Mal & Jan ShultzDoddies Golf ShopRiver City CertifiersBecker Family FuneralsEddies Fresh ChickensCrossinghams PlumbingSt George BankWingham HeadlinesJT TurfTownhead Wholesale Fruit & VegetablesPeter Fitzpatrick & Terry Britten

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Chinese New Year Year of the Pig

In 2019 Lunar New Year falls on Tuesday 5th February. To celebrate Club Taree has put together a program for the whole family. Whether it be enjoying one of our week long restaurant specials, engaging in our promotions and activities, enjoying our displays, check your fortune or being lucky enough to receive one of our lucky red envelopes. Club Taree celebrations will run from Monday 4th through until Sunday the 10th of February. The pig is the twelfth of all the zodiac animals. According to myth, the Jade Emperor said that the order of the zodiac animals would be determined in which order they arrived at his party. The Pig was late because he overslept, however another strory says that a wolf destroyed his house and he had to rebuild his home before he could set off to the party. When he arrived he was naturally the last to arrive and could only take the twelfth place.

The Pig is associated with the earthly branch, and the hours of 9 – 11 at night. In terms of yin and yang, the Pig is yin, and in Chinese culture, pigs are a symbol of wealth. Their chubby faces and big ears are signs of fortune as well.Recent years of the Pig are 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, and 2019 .People born in the Year of the Pig might not stand out in a crowd, but they are realistic. They are not wasteful spenders however they will enjoy life a little. They love entertainment and will occasionally treat themselves, they are slightly materialistic but this is motivation for them to work hard. They have an inbuilt need for a sense of security. They are extremely energetic and always enthusiastic, even with boring tasks. They are gentle, tolerant and understanding. They are resilient, always spirited, and are proud. Lucky things for people born in the Year of the Pig:Colours: yellow, grey and brown Numbers: 2, 5 and 8 Mineral: agate Direction of wealth: northeast Direction of love: north

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In 2018 the Taree Panthers were the only club to have a girls 9 a side team in all three grades, 14’2, 16’2 and opens. All three teams played semi-final football, and two teams went on to the grand final. From these teams there were five girls selected for representative duties, and one going on further to gain selection in the country team playing alongside players such as Australian Captain, Ruan Sims.

Off the field Taree Panthers had a hugely successful year, gaining 12 NEW sponsors (including Club Taree), which is testament to their commitment to creating a community minded club. They also retained 8 existing sponsors. Together we all work to ensure the committee, players and parents have access to the resources they require behind the scenes and on the ground to allow kids to play rugby league in a safe, fun, nurturing environment. From Club Taree, a huge thank you to the other sponsors who have aligned with the Taree Panthers.

A highlight for the Under 8’s was being involved in a player experience and having the opportunity to play on field at half time during the Knights Vs Storm at McDonald Jones Stadium is an experience they will remember for a

long long time.

The Taree Panthers held a White Ribbon round in conjunction with the Break the Silence Against Domestic Violence Fundraiser, which was an event where Club Taree and Taree Panthers partnered to raise funds for the Taree Women’s Refuge.

One of Taree Panthers own, Harry Croker gained selection in the Australian School Boys team to tour England.

On the field it was a huge year also, registrations for the 2018 season were up from 145 to 249 registered players, which allowed for two sides in every Mini’s age group except for the Under 6’s.

In the Mod’s the 11’s made the knockout Grand Final to go down in a close one and the 12’s took it out. All three teams played semi-final football with the 11’s and the 12’s going on to play in the Grand Final.

The 14’s boys started well winning the Group 3 Knockout, and continued on to make the Grand Final.

The 16’s boys started well by also winning the Knockout, then finished the season as Minor Premiers and

progressing into the Grand Final.

In 2018 there was the introduction of the girls League Tag, which proved to be a great success. The Panthers we excited to launch their new pink strip for the girl’s teams. The 14’s girls played solidly becoming Minor Premiers and heading to the Grand Final. The 16’s girl’s player really well finishing on top and making the Grand Final.

By the end of the season the Taree Panthers had seven teams playing in the semi-finals, and six of these progressed into the 2018 Grand Finals. Four teams went on to win the Grand Finals, being the 11’s, 14’s, 16’s and the 14’s League Tag. The 12’s and the 16’s fought hard games and were very unlucky not to win. Everyone involved should be extremely proud of themselves.

The Executive of the Taree Panthers would like to offer a huge vote of thanks to all the coaches, assistants, managers, FAO’s, league safes, ground managers, referees, canteen staff, supporters, sponsors, parents and players.

Bring on the 2019 season, and Up The Mighty Panthers.

Taree Panthers JRLCIn 2018 we were delighted to welcome Taree Panthers Junior Rugby League Club into the Club Taree community, by becoming their Major Partnership Sponsor. What a year it has been, both parties have agreed that the newly formed partnership has been hugely beneficial in not only building and promoting junior rugby league, but also in nurturing a greater sense of community.

Interested in learning to Stitch? Club Taree Embroidery are holding “Learn to Stitch” classes for anyone 8 years and older, who is interested in learning the art of stitching. Whether you are a very new beginner to this fun and exciting craft, or have some experience already, you are very welcome to come along to one or both of the days we will be holding during the Christmas School holidays.

These days will be free of change & will be held on:• Thursday 10th January 2019• Thursday 17th January 2019 at Club Taree from 1:30pm to 3:30pm.

We hope to introduce the art of stitching to our next generation and we welcome enquiries for these days. For futher information about classes, please phone one of the following contacts: Evelyn Young - 6552 2730 Jan Wood - 6552 6063Lorraine Martin - 6551 5871 Leith Colledge - 0429 068 166

Club Taree Community Concert Band

We recently caught up with Terry Stanton from the Club Taree Community Concert band as they begin preparing for the Christmas season of performances.

The band is much more than just a band. Terry explained that the band loves entertaining our community, the members love playing and get a lot of satisfaction out of playing for all sectors of our community, across many different venues throughout the region. The Band offers locals a chance to use and nurture their talents. It is also a safe, comfortable and friendly environment for new members and players to come along and learn their craft.

Some members of the Club Taree Community concert Band have been playing for years, several members also play in the Salvation Army Band, and have been doing so since their childhood and as a result their talents

shine through. Terry himself has been playing the clarinet for 62 years, while the bands secretary Terry Green has been playing the trumpet, cornet and euphonium for close to thirty years.

The band enjoys a demographic across all age groups and maintains a family friendly focus.

Terry also noted that raising funds for charity is an important part of who the band is. You would no doubt have seen the band proudly leading the Anzac Day Parade in Taree for the Taree RSL Sub Branch. Terry notes that taking part in this annual event, and taking time out to remember the fallen is an important focus for the band each year.

In 2018 the Club Taree Community Concert Band held a fundraising intiative at the Taree Showground for Drought Relief, raising over $6000 and a large quantities for farming families affected by the drought. Earlier in 2018 a fundraiser was held at Club Taree

to raise funds for the Fred Hollows Foundation.

There are already plans in place for another fundraising concert in March 2019 to raise funds for a poverty stricken school in Zambia, along with other exciting events.

In the lead up to Christmas the Club Taree Community Concert Band will be performing throughout the community, including in Taree, Tinonee and Coopernook.

Be sure to keep up to date with the Club Taree Community Concert Band on Facebook.

For anyone wanting to join the band or who any more questions about the band contact Club Taree Reception or visit our website www.clubtaree.com.au for contact details.

The Club Taree Concert Band recently celebrated their 20th birthday in style, with a concert of course. The Band has been a mainstay of our community for two decades, and has entertained our community across a vast range of community performances, concerts and fundraisers. The Band is always looking for new members, no matter what age or experience level.

whats on at club taree

$12 steak nightMonday nights at Dineon19, get a delicious 200g rump steak with chips, salad and your choice of sauce for only $12! Available from 5:30pm.

$15 chicken parmigiana nightGet a chicken parmigiana, with 5 delicious toppings to choose from, with chips & salad for only $15! Available from 5:30pm on Wednesday nights at Dineon19.

kids eat freeEvery Tuesday night in Dineon19 is kids eat free! Kids aged 10 & under recieve a free kids meal with each adult purchasing a main meal* from the Dineon19 menu. *Terms & conditions apply, see staff for details.

weekly rafflesThursday: Tickets 5:30pm - Drawn 7pm - 25 prizes Friday: Tickets 5:30pm - Drawn 7pm - 60 prizes Sunday: Tickets 3:30pm - Drawn 4pm - 50 prizes

Thursday Earns-DayClub Taree doubles the points issued on any purchase made at the Club on Thursdays. Authorised under NSW Permit LTPM/18/03332. Terms & conditions available at www.clubtaree.com.au

Westpac Helicopter HousieWednesdays at 11am, with books on sale from 10:30am a great day of bingo that supports a terrific cause

internal clubsDid you know that Club Taree has a fantastic range of Internal Clubs? Each Internal Club offers something difference 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:

community raffles

• Club Taree Community Concert Band• Club Taree Dance Club• Club Taree Embroiders• Club Taree Fishing Club• Club Taree Golden Oldies• Club Taree Gourmates• Club Taree Mahjong• Club Taree Men’s Golf• Club Taree Photographic Club

• Club Taree Pun-Jing Bonsai & Suiseki Club• Club Taree Rock & Roll Social Dance Club• Club Taree Snooker & Billiards• Club Taree Snooker Golf• Club Taree Social Golf• Club Taree Toastmasters• Club Taree Travel Club• Club Taree Veteran’s Golf• Club Taree Women’s Golf

Since we started the Friday Night Community Raffles in May 2016, local organisations, associations, sporting groups, charities and community projects have helped raised a combined $64,783 for our community. The premise is simple, each Friday we offer a different community group a chance to host our Community Raffles.

The community group of the week walks away with the profits from that week’s Friday night raffle. We are currently filling the 2019 roster, for more information please contact Paul Allan, Brand and Communication Manager, Club Taree on 02 6539 4000 or via email pallan@clubtaree.com.au

DECEMBER7th Dec - Salvos Christmas Appeal14th Dec - Salvos Christmas Appeal 28th Dec - Taree Panthers

JANUARY4th Jan - Harrington Marine Rescue11th Jan - Taree Garden Club18th Jan - QUOTA25th Jan - Taree Panthers

FEBRUARY1st Feb - Harrington Marine Rescue8th Feb - Manning Gardens School15th Feb - QUOTA22nd Feb - Taree Panthers

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